The Orbiting Pods in 2015...

We are practically a quarter of the way through the year and its about time I talk about a couple of my favourite pods which have had a little upgrade since the new year.

Art above by the mentioned Ryan Jenkyns

First off The Orbiting Pod is back. With an update and brilliant head shots from Orbital Comics member of staff Ryan Jenkyns. This has given a new life to the episode covers, if covers is the right word. Robin, Adam, Michael and Owen return with there great discussions of recent titles, keeping me entertained during my commutes to and from work. Are you a lover of comics or looking for the right title to start your collection and want a pod that gives you a great insight to what has been out. Then this is the pod you should be listening to. Click on the image below to subscribe via iTunes.

Also Pop Culture Hound has now become Orbital in Conversation. Chris has re-named his pod to link in with the store more bringing his entertaining and informative interview style with comic creators under the Orbital banner. He has also got a great portrait illustration by the fantastic Michael Dialynas for his banner. The format stays the same and there are even new episodes with different formats. There are many great episodes to catch up on pre Orbital Conversation and many since, the Dave Gibbons episode a must listen. I am certain there will be many more good episodes to come from Chris. To subscribe via iTunes click on the image below.

Cover Versions when Music & Comics Collide! An exhibition @ Orbital Comics London opening tonight, 01/05/2015!

Since I have been aware of Orbital Comics, they have hosted many great events, signings and exhibitions. This year alone they have had some very exciting events, and there are plenty more to come from the sounds of things.

One that has particularly caught my eye for several reasons is the up and coming Cover Versions exhibition which opens tonight, Friday, 01/05/2015, and will run until the 14/05/2015.

The opening night party with live music kicks off at 7:30pm tonight, I would have loved to make it but unfortunately plans since have made it unlikely I'll be able to. But I will definitely be checking it out when I go to collect my comics next week.

The 3 reasons this is gonna be great and a must see;

1. The exhibition has been put together and curated by host of the Orbiting Pod, of which I am a big fan, Robin Harman. For more on why the exhibition has been put together I strongly recommend you check out the website and read about the 'Behind the Music'. I've added a link just here ----> https://cvrvrsns.wordpress.com/behind-the-music/

2. The list of talent involved is incredibly good, with a couple of my favourite artists involved. Mark Laming, Declan Shalvey & Christian Ward being the stand outs for me, mainly as there work I am most familiar with, I am also definitely excited to see the work of other artists who I am less familiar with. https://cvrvrsns.wordpress.com/discography/

3. The cause, this has the potential to be a great exhibition but at the end of it you have the opportunity to purchase a copy of the various artworks with a limited print run, at 12" vinyl cover size, with proceeds going to Brain Tumor Research.

So if like me this exhibition has you excited I recommend checking it out as soon as you can.

Cover Versions: When Music & Comics Collide @ Orbital Comics, Leicester Square, from 01/05/2015 to 14/05/2015.