Kickstarter Press - Bleeding Cool

Rich Johnston, of the comic book news and gossip website Bleeding Cool has posted an article on Unite and Take Over.

Shawn Demumbrum (whose surname certainly sounds like Morrissey's singing on occasion) has assembled fifteen creative teams for the project and will release the finished collection at the Tucson Comic Con in November.

If his Kickstarter plans go...to plan, that is.

Shawn is looking to raise $3000 and is a tenth of the way there. Why not give this charming man a hand?

Read the whole article here.

Kickstarter Exclusive Cover - Inspiration

I've sent Michael Stewart the reference photos of the 12 Smiths tribute bands who have agreed to take part in the exclusive cover. The tribute band Via Morrissey has agreed to be part of it. I've asked Michael to use the cover of Justice League #1 as a style reference for the cover making it a Tribute cover of a Tribute Anthology using Tribute band lead singers. Subtract the superhero costumes and attitude and add Morrissey's sense of style and flair. Kevin Maguire is one of my favorite artists and Justice League in the 90s was a great example of how superheroes can be serious and fun at the same time. Kevin is most know for the realistic expressions he applies to his characters.

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Kickstarter Exclusive Cover - Michael Stewart

Michael Stewart is a comic book illustrator who was born and raised in Arizona. Some of his recent published work includes: ImagineFX magazine, painted illustrations for the "Existenz" strategy game in Europe, art assistant on Top Cow's the Magdalena, IIlustrations for fashion designers, and penciling a few indie comic titles. Look for an upcoming illustration by him for Richard Starkings Elephantmen comic book. Check out his blog michaelstewartart.blogspot.com. Michael will be the artist for the Unite and Take Over Kickstarter Exclusive cover.

Kickstarter Exclusive Cover - Still ill

Several Smiths tribute bands have lent their likeness to a very special exclusive cover for our Kickstarter campaign. We are spotlighting each of the bands. Today's band is Still ill.

Still ill is San Diego's tribute to the music of Morrissey and the Smiths. They are an energetic group of established local musicians who also happen to be huge fans. Since 2006, the band has played for over thousands of people and has been playing show all over San Diego, Hollywood, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas at a variety of venues including the House of Blues, 4th and B and the Belly Up Tavern. Throughout their career, Still ill has played with musical celebrities such as the original bass player of the Smiths, Andy Rourke, and Dave Keuning of the Killers in Las Vegas. Check out the band at www.stillill.net.

Kickstarter Exclusive Cover - The Handsome Devilz

Several Smiths tribute bands have lent their likeness to a very special exclusive cover for our Kickstarter campaign. We are spotlighting each of the bands. Today's band is The Handsome Devilz.

Tired of not being able to go anywhere in the Chicago are to enjoy the beautiful sounds of the Smiths and Morrissey, vocalist Joseph De La Mora and his band Terraforma decided to give it a shot in 2008. Originally just for an ICON show with other bands paying tribute to the likes of Depeche Mode, the Cure and Joy Division. The chance to emulate their idols was just too addictive to do just once. Thus, The Handsome Devilz were born to bring life to the live sound that once was the Smiths and still is Morrissey. Striving as time passes to resurrect as many songs as possible from their catalogs for all to enjoy. Check out eh band at thehandsomedevilz.com.

Kickstarter Exclusive Cover - The Smiths United

Several Smiths tribute bands have lent their likeness to a very special exclusive cover for our Kickstarter campaign. We are spotlighting each of the bands. Today's band is The Smiths United:

The Smiths United is a tribute band from the Detroit, Michigan area formed of 5 loyal fans. Christopher George (Morrissey), Jonny Epstein (Marr), Brandon Fireman (Rourke), Gordon Elwart (Joyce), and Paul Epstein (keyboard). The five of them are dedicated to do their best to re-produce the early alternative sounds of The Smiths and Morrisey's solo career. Check out their Facebook Page The Smiths United.

Kickstarter Exclusive Cover - The Smyths

Several Smiths tribute bands have lent their likeness to a very special exclusive cover for our Kickstarter campaign. We are spotlighting each of the bands. Today's band is The Smyths:

Formed in 2003, during their first 18 months The Smyths built their reputation by playing to sell-out crowds in many venues across London, including regular appearances at "Quarry", the celebrated club night for Smiths & Morrissey music. 2005 saw The Smyths widen their horizons and play to passionate audiences across the UK & beyond, including a successful tour of the Netherlands. They were invited to headline the world's first Smiths conference which saw hundreds of Smiths fans from around the world flock to Manchester for a weekend of Smiths activities. Check out the band at thesmyths.net.

Kickstarter Exclusive Cover - Strangeways

Several Smiths tribute bands have lent their likeness to a very special exclusive cover for our Kickstarter campaign. We are spotlighting each of the bands. Today's band is Strangeways:

Strangeways was formed on the eve of Morrissey’s Hollywood Palladium show on October 13, 2007. Singer Ric and guitarist Ralph Paredes (Dead to the World, Life of Misery, Moondoggs) had been friends for over 15 years but had never played music together until that night. Ralph says “My wife Kathy and Ric use to work at Tower Records, so I’ve known him for years, but I never heard him sing until that night; his voice was amazing; I knew I wanted to work with him on some project musically”. The two quickly got together again and within hours had about eight Smiths & Morrissey songs down. The guys decided to pick a name for their band and decided on STRANGEWAYS after The Smiths final studio album “Strangeways, Here We Come”. Check them out at strangewaystribute.com.

Kickstarter Exclusive Cover - The Sons & Heirs

Several Smiths tribute bands have lent their likeness to a very special exclusive cover for our Kickstarter campaign. We are spotlighting each of the bands. Today's band is The Son & Heirs:

The music of Morrissey, Johnny Marr & co. lives on with The Sons & Heirs, a NYC-based tribute band that brings the experience of seeing The Smiths live to the stage. Singer Ronnissey and guitarist Ravi Marr recreate the songs & stage performance of The Smiths with stunning authenticity & attention to detail, right down to the last gladioli left on stage when the band is through. The Sons & Heirs have been performing at some of the best venues on the east coast since 2006 and have shared the stage with the likes of Smiths bassist Andy Rourke and Morrissey drummer Spencer Cobrin. Check them out at thesonsandheirs.com.