Mass Appeal and Marvel Team up for Comic Book Series ‘Legend Has It…’
The collaboration reimagines some New York hip-hop legends as superheroes in a new creative venture.
Mass Appeal and Marvel Team up for Comic Book Series ‘Legend Has It…’
The collaboration reimagines some New York hip-hop legends as superheroes in a new creative venture.
Summary
- Mass Appeal and Marvel collaborated on a limited-edition comic series, Legend Has It…, honoring seven influential New York artists
- Issue 1 will debut at New York Comic Con on October 10, with a live panel featuring Nas
- The series blends hip-hop mythology with superhero storytelling and will be available in limited quantities
Mass Appeal and Marvel have teamed up to release the first issue of a limited edition comic book series, Legend Has It….
Inspired by the album series of the same name, the comic book series honors seven of New York’s most influential artists: Nas and DJ Premier, Ghostface Killah, Mobb Deep, Raekwon, Big L, De La Soul and Slick Rick. Legend Has It… blends Marvel’s iconic storytelling with Mass Appeal’s deep cultural roots to celebrate the timeless impact of these artists through a dynamic new medium. Written by Brandon Thomas and illustrated by Sanford Greene, the narrative weaves together music, myth, and legacy, creating a highly sought-after collectible for fans of hip-hop, comics, and pop culture.
Issue 1 will debut on October 10 at New York Comic Con, where a live panel will feature Nas and various surprise guests to discuss the intersection of hip-hop and superhero mythology. The comic will also be available for purchase in limited quantities at the event.
Check out the cover of Legend Has It… Issue 1 above.
