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Geek Network recently ventured to the Rialto in Tucson, AZ, to experience another mesmerizing performance by one of their favorites, Mac Sabbath. This time, they were joined by the all-grrrrl rock group, The Darts. Hailing from Los Angeles, California, Mac Sabbath is a heavy metal tribute band that emerged in 2014. Dubbed the pioneers of "Drive Thru Metal," the band humorously parodies the style of the heavy metal group Black Sabbath, infusing their lyricism and imagery with fast food motifs. Geek Network had the privilege of conducting a backstage interview with Mike Odd of Mac Sabbath.

Geek Network recently ventured to the Rialto in Tucson, AZ, to experience another mesmerizing performance by one of their favorites, Mac Sabbath. This time, they were joined by the all-grrrrl rock group, The Darts. Formed in 2016, The Darts set out with the singular goal of uniting four women to create exceptional garagerock noise, explore the world, and revel in nightly giant slumber-party vibes. Geek Network had the privilege of conducting a backstage interview with The Darts' Nicole Laurenne.

Profiler is a Nu-Metal band reawakening from the creative mind of vocalist and guitarist Mike Evans. Together with bassist Joe Johnson and drummer Brad Ratcliffe, the band draws inspiration from pioneers who have instigated change across various genres, arts, and theories. This weight of legacy is something Profiler embraces, finding support with SharpTone Records, their home since 2020. Originally conceived as a solo project in Bristol, UK, Profiler evolved as Mike stepped from the studio to the stage, enlisting bassist/vocalist Joe Johnson and drummer Oscar Hocking. In early 2023, Oscar made way for Brad Ratcliffe, solidifying the lineup that would craft the debut album, "A Digital Nowhere," released in 2024. Profiler's music, a fusion of nu-metal, grunge, and alt-rock, creates an abrasive, distorted soundscape that pays homage to the heydays of these genres. Their sound resonates with anyone nostalgic for the contagious nineties Seattle grunge movement or the dominance of nu-metal in the 2000s, and the trailblazing bands that emerged during this era. The highly anticipated debut album, "A Digital Nowhere," will be released on February 16th by SharpTone Records.

Geek Network traveled to "The Land of the Rising Sun" to talk with international multi-talented Emi Meyer who has been making waves with her Japanese cover of "For Whom the Bell Tolls" by metal legends "Metallica." The conversation delved deep into her music career, her time in the States, and finally how she got the gig for Netflix to provide this cover for the hit anime show "Blue Eye Samurai."

The Fifth Beatle: The Brian Epstein Story is a highly acclaimed graphic novel that delves into the captivating life of Brian Epstein, the visionary manager of the Beatles. Written by Vivek J. Tiwary and illustrated by Andrew C. Robinson and Kyle Baker, lettering by Steve Dutro, and editing by Philip R. Simon. This compelling book has garnered recognition through prestigious awards such as Eisner, Harvey, and Lambda Literary Awards and also captivated readers worldwide. We had the opportunity to speak with Tiwary about the legendary tale of The Fifth Beatle and what it means to celebrate such a milestone with the tenth anniversary bringing a brand-new scope to the tale of Epstein. Check out the full interview below and grab your copy of The Fifth Beatle at your favorite local comic shop and everywhere books are sold.

Rachel Stavis has made it her life's goal to free the world of darkness while also educating people on the connections between the living world and the spirit world. Renowned as Hollywood's Premiere Exorcist, Rachel has helped people from all walks of life. Her story can be explored within the pages of her memoir, "Sister of Darkness: The Chronicles of a Modern Exorcist" in which she details how she wound up providing this service to even the most elite in Hollywood. The Memoir also serves as a guide to how she helps people eradicate darkness from their lives and the connection between these phenomena and the pain and trauma that we suffer in our lives. For more on Rachel and her work, visit her official website https://www.rhstavis.com/

Geek Network spent some time in Carlos "Kauwy" Flores's studio to sit down to chat about music and what it's like starting from the ground up to now making a big name in the local music scene in Arizona. When the world shut down briefly back in 2020 he and a few friends all bought their own set of Pioneer DJ Decks (DDJ-400) to learn and hone their craft. Once it was deemed safe to go back out to the world in 2021 Kauwy and friends started hosting parties, where they would hold DJ competitions. A mutual friend really liked his sound and referred him to someone in Techno Snobs, the group that Kauwy plays for nowadays, where they hold events just about every weekend. They continue to work on their sound with the goal of always keeping the crowd entertained. This is certainly an act you don't want to miss. You can follow Techno Snobs and Kauwy on social media @TECHNOSNOBSPHX and @tinoblas_kauwy.

David Dastmalchian, known for his memorable roles in blockbuster films like The Dark Knight, the MCU's Ant-Man series, and James Gunn's The Suicide Squad, is no stranger to making the most of a small role. Beyond his on-screen success, Dastmalchian's love for horror and comics has driven him to explore new avenues in the entertainment industry.In 2019, Dastmalchian fulfilled a lifelong dream by penning his own comic book series in collaboration with Dark Horse Comics. The result was Count Crowley: Reluctant Midnight Monster Hunter, a thrilling tale that captured the imagination of readers. The success of the series led to a second volume titled Count Crowley: Amateur Midnight Monster Hunter, and the recently announced Count Crowley: Mediocre Midnight Monster Hunter.During our interview, Dastmalchian revealed exciting news about the upcoming third arc of the series. For the first time, the new arc will feature variant covers, with renowned artists yet to be revealed. The arc kicks off with a stunning variant cover by Francesco Francavilla. Fans can look forward to Mediocre Midnight Monster Hunter, scheduled to be released on November 8, 2023.Dastmalchian's love for comics and his passion for his craft is evident in both his acting and his comic book writing. The actor-turned-writer has overcome numerous struggles and has become a positive force in the entertainment industry. Partnering with Dark Horse Comics, a company that boasts iconic and equally passionate creators, seems like a match made in

We had the chance to speak with Small about the slate of content rushing towards fans at the end of August including a new Metalocalypse film, album, soundtrack, and tour. In our conversation with him, we can say that we are more excited than ever. Aside from his creative prowess, Small has shared a passion and love for all the content he has created and continues to create which is unparallel to any other multi-medium entertainment. They plan on giving fans a film they will connect with as they have continued to do with the beloved series for years even after it ended. The album brings more music for us to bang our heads to as well as a tour with performances alongside Baby Metal that Small ensures will be a FUN show through and through.

Scott Snyder Interview Scott Snyder chats with us about venturing into his own creator-owned series after his time at DC Comics that spawned a multitude of iconic runs with some of our favorite DC characters. Snyder has recently teamed up with his longtime collaborator Rafael Albuquerque who helped deliver countless issues of Vertigo's American Vampire to bring us the ComiXology Original series Duck and Cover.Snyder has also brought his series Barnstormers to Dark Horse Comics which delivers a World War 1 adventure story embellished in love and war which will see its second issue released on New Comic Book Day tomorrow after a groundbreaking debut issue. Snyder also just received a Ringo Award nomination for "Best Writer" which solidifies that his creator-owned work carries much promise with much more for readers to look forward to in the future.

We had the privilege of speaking with Micah Abbey about his work on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem. We also had some lighthearted discussions that led to the intriguing topic of Teenage Mutant Ninja Dolphins!

Terror Films has announced the release of a highly anticipated Lovecraftian horror movie called SITE 13. The story revolves around Dr. Nathan Marsh, who awakens from a 10-year catatonic state in a mental institution. To uncover the eldritch horrors he unleashed upon the world, he must watch the tapes from his last expedition. Writer, director, and star of the film, Nathan Faudree, shared his insights into the making of SITE 13. He explained that the movie began as a found footage project under the direction of Tony Urban in 2003. However, due to Urban's retirement, the film was shelved. Years later, Faudree was inspired to revive the project and proposed the idea of incorporating the old footage into a present-day storyline. With the support of Urban, Faudree crafted a script that seamlessly merged the two time periods.