In 2009, gibson cocreated a 3issue comic book titled tyrese gibsons mayhem. Cbr news spoke with gibson about how the project was formed and why he thinks he can introduce new readers to comics. Jul 14, 2009 tyrese breaks records with new mayhem comic book by luca it is really great to see your accomplishments, i want to get intouch with you regarding a nonprofit kids organization called saturday science academy ii at charles drew university. Transformers star tyrese gibson eager to unleash mayhem comic but will it be a movie. The series was published through image comics and the first issue released on august 5, 2009. On may 8, 2012, gibson released his first book, titled how to get out of your own way. Tyrese gibson updates us on mayhem, his new superhero comic. Tyrese and rev are the unlikeliest of best friendsrev is married with six kids and tyrese is a single dad still hesitant to settle down. He is currently working on his sixth studio album and can be seen next in the upcoming megafranchise films, fast five and transformers 3.
Gibson has timed his latest crusade to coincide with the release of the years biggest blockbuster movie. Many people who have never or would never read a comic book have now been exposed to comics. Gibson s first book, how to get out of your own way, instantly became a new york times bestseller. As founder and ceo, tyrese sits at the helm of its film and tv production company, as well as a music studio and independent record label. Gibson also created the bestselling comic book, mayhem. We are just going to focus on making this into the best comic book. Dec 14, 2012 tyrese gibson is an actor, singer and producer who can now add comic book creator to his everexpanding resume. Tyrese gibson is an actor, singer and producer who can now add comicbook creator to his everexpanding resume. They have been extremely supportive of me, especially due to transformers 1 and 2. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1. This is the adventure we had in working on building this amazing comic book.
Revenge of the fallen out june 24 and mayhem later in the summer. Ok, the official company is image comics, but the comic itself was produced through my comic publishing. Transformers star tyrese gibson talks comic books, music, and giant robots. Entitled mayhem although the cover logo declares, tyrese gibson s mayhem, the first issue debuted. Hq is also home to gibson s xit comix, a comic book division through which he, and publishing partner image comics, releases his own bestselling title mayhem. So the release of tyrese gibson s comic book, mayhem has caused some serious mayhem. Sep 29, 2009 tyrese gibson, who starred in transformers, has created comic book superhero gibson s character is called mayhem, embodiment of raw justice and vengeance gibson has no comic book background. We go behindthescenes to the making of this epic series. Performer tyrese gibson sets his sights on the comic book industry with mayhem. The following are edited excerpts from our exclusive interview. I have always been open minded to new things, and ive said this a few times.
The comic is written by mike le and william wilson and features knockyoursocksoff cool art by tone rodriguez. Transformers star tyrese gibson talks comic books, music. Im no comic book veteran, but when i went to comiccon to promote death race, that energy out there really did something to me. After the jump download tyreses latest single, purchase the comic book, watch him promoting and more. Tyrese gibson, star of the transformers movies, has announced his new comics property to be published by image comics, mayhem.
Tyrese gibson has bought new light to the comic book industry. Lets all market with tyrese gibsons mayhem the beat. Showing he has done his research about comic book culture in the past year, gibson said the comiccon exclusive cover of mayhem volume one is a tribute to jack kirby, with the page rip added into the art in the corner. The success of mayhem is a golden opportunity for all retailers to tap into this new influx of. Tyrese gibson laying down a little mayhem at image. As he finishes up work on his firstever comic book series, mayhem, and prepares to bring it to the assembled geeks at. But that in no way means mayhem is worth your hardearned dollar. Black rose 2015 open invitation 2011 black rose 2015 i wanna go there 2002 tyrese 1998 open invitation reloaded. Transformers star tyrese gibson eager to unleash mayhem. As he finishes up work on his firstever comic book series, mayhem, and prepares to bring it to the assembled geeks at comic con, hes not settling for. Hq is also home to gibsons xit comix, a comic book division through which he, and publishing partner image comics, releases his own bestselling title mayhem.
Tyrese touts mayhem, his new comicnot a film, honest. If you order 3 copies of the first 3 issues, comic book. Transformers star tyrese gibson talks mayhem comic. May 08, 2012 how to get out of your own way is organized into a series of fundamental questions that helped tyrese redefine who he was as a human being, and evolve into a new man. Tyrese gibson, who starred in transformers, has created comic book superhero gibsons character is called mayhem, embodiment of raw justice and. I dont have this long, 20year relationship with comic books. So its really too bad that tyrese gibsons 180,000 twitter followers could only generate 9,729 comic book sales nationwide just above fathom, and just below helblazer, according to john jackson millers the comics chronicles. Sci fi wire spoke to gibson by telephone late last month. In 2009, gibson cocreated a 3issue comic book titled tyrese gibson s mayhem. His motivational, inspirational biography, how to get out of your own way, is due for publication in april 2011. Tyrese gibsons mayhem shatters single store sales record.
Tyrese breaks records with new mayhem comic book i am. Jul 14, 2009 its been a few months and ive yet to blog about the new comic franchise by global megastar tyrese which is named mayhem. Tyrese stresses that life becomes infinitely richer when one takes the time to know him or herself and understand the true meaning of peace and fulfillment. If tyrese gibson fans are excited about mayhem, they should go a comic book store or a comic book store website, put down their credit or debit card numbers, and preorder multiple copies of several issues. Mayhem is a comic book character created by and modeled after actorsinger tyrese gibson. So im glad tyrese is so excited for this little book, but i wish i could understand where that excitement comes from. The cover art for volume one was done by ton rodriguez, but gibson had some exciting news to share about volume two. May 15, 2009 mayhem is a unique, engaging comic book experience that could only come from the mind of someone whos risen to the top of so many different fields anxious to take another by storm.
Tyrese gibson, who starred in transformers, has created comic book superhero. May 04, 2011 tyrese gibson created the bestselling comic book mayhem and produced the television show first in. Aug 29, 2009 so its really too bad that tyrese gibsons 180,000 twitter followers could only generate 9,729 comic book sales nationwide just above fathom, and just below helblazer, according to john jackson millers the comics chronicles. The first issue of his debut comic, tyrese gibson s mayhem, will be published in august by image comics. So the release of tyrese gibsons comic book, mayhem has caused some serious mayhem. Tyrese created the bestselling comic book mayhem and produced the television show first in. Entertainment superstar mayhem comic book i am luca. What is the official company publishing tyrese gibson s mayhem tyrese gibson. He is currently working on his sixth studio album and can be seen next in the upcoming megafranchise films.
Entitled mayhem although the cover logo declares, tyrese gibsons mayhem, the first issue. Sep 06, 2009 before appearing in films like 2 fast 2 furious and the transformers movies, tyrese gibson, the model turned grammynominated singer and actor, was probably little known to comic book fans that is until he announced several months ago that he was launching his own comic book series. Tyrese gibson bringing mayhem to image comics comic book. Ready or not, tyrese gibson is in the house and its going to be mayhem. Tyrese 1998 open invitation reloaded 2012 you may also like see all. Gibsons first book, how to get out of your own way, instantly became a new york times bestseller. Along with his gorgeous partner malice, mayhem sets out to. Gibson will make another transformation, releasing the comic book mayhem.
Written by tyrese gibson, mike le and william wilson. Actor tyrese gibson introduces his super hero, mayhem, to. Mayhem is a unique, engaging comicbook experience that could only come from the mind of someone whos risen to the top of so many different fields anxious to take another by storm. Tyrese gibson and image comics unleash mayhem this. Tyrese gibson is an actor, singer and producer who can now add comic book creator to his everexpanding resume. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Jul 08, 2009 tyrese gibsons mayhem will stay a comic. Tyrese gibson continues to tease potentially playing green.
With his newly released book out now how to get out of your own way. Transformers star tyrese gibson talks mayhem comic, luke. Mayhem is a unique, engaging comic book experience that could only come from the mind of someone whos risen to the top of. Tyrese gibson created the bestselling comic book mayhem and produced the television show first in. Tyrese gibson causes digital mayhem musician, actor and comic book writer tyrese gibson and his writing partner mike le talk with cbr news about the controversy surrounding mayhem going digital on itunes, future plans for the franchise, and more. What is the official company publishing tyrese gibsons mayhem tyrese gibson. I had not picked up a comic book in years, but mayhem makes me want to revisit comic books. It will be a big summer for gibson, with transformers.
Im no comic book veteran, but when i went to comic con to promote death race, that energy out there really did something to me. Dec 14, 2012 actorsingerproducer tyrese gibson told a group of reporters that he wants his fans to get excited about his upcoming endeavor in the comic book world, mayhem. I have my own comic book coming out, launched through image comics with my man robert kirkman, eric. Tyrese breaks records with new mayhem comic book i am luca. Ready or not, tyrese gibson is in the houseand its going to be mayhem. Jun 29, 2009 tyrese gibson is ready to change the world. The first issue of his debut comic, tyrese gibsons mayhem, will be published in august by image comics. Of the series, gibson stated that he was inspired to create the series after being a guest at a 2009 comic con. If there is a bright center of originality in the comic book universe, mayhem is the star that its farthest from. Before appearing in films like 2 fast 2 furious and the transformers movies, tyrese gibson, the model turned grammynominated singer and actor, was probably little known to comic book fans that is until he announced several months ago that he was launching his own comic book series. When the mayhem people finally decide to take that plunge and. Tyrese could also be seen in the summer action blockbusters transformers and transformers 2. Actorsingerproducer tyrese gibson told a group of reporters that he wants his fans to get excited about his upcoming endeavor in the comicbook world, mayhem. Mtv news caught up with gibson during a recent transformers press event, and along with sharing a few more details about mayhem, the actor also.
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