Blister: A Rad Punk Rock Comic about Growing Up In The 90s
A project in Chicago, IL by Eric J Cockrell000days
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Blister: Angela is the comic book adaptation of the first story from the Blister: A Punk Rock Memoir novel.
Backers: 106
Average Pledge Per Backer: $17
Funded: $1,785 of $1,000
Dates: Jun 19th -> Jul 19th (30 days)
Project By: Eric J Cockrell
Backers: 106
Average Pledge Per Backer: $17
Funded: $1,785 of $1,000
Dates: Jun 19th -> Jul 19th (30 days)
Project By: Eric J Cockrell
$1,785
current pledge level
Last Updated: July 19 @ 01:01 -0400 GMT
178%
of goal
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Latest News
Jimmy Beavis Cannot Score (Part Three) - August 20, 1994 
July 14th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)
Did I mention the Blister pages are now finished?
July 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Just a quick update because I really don't recall if I mentioned, the pages are done and going through some proofreading and small tweaks right now. Very excited about that! (Read More)
Laying out for print!
July 10th - via: kickstarter.com
The Kickstarter sits at just over $200 until we clear the second Stretch Goal and start recording some bad ass new Blister tunes! Much excitement there! Tonight the book is getting laid out in InDesign for print! Here's a look at the inked... (Read More)
Bringing '90s Punk Rock To Comics With 'Blister', Now On Kickstarter
July 9th - via: bleedingcool.com
Eric J. Cockrell's 'Blister' takes place in the '90s, but it's not about the '90s. A minimalist comic on Kickstarter right now. (Read More)
July 6th Update
July 6th - via: kickstarter.com
Yesterday was a big day for the Kickstarter after our first pledgeless day on the Fourth of July! I just wanted to post an update thanking everyone again. I'm only a few pages away from finishing the book and can't wait to get it printed and sent... (Read More)
Bringing Blister to Life!
July 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
In February of 1994 Herbert Brixley and Harvey Shreiber, known as the band "Blister," entered into Sound it Out Recording Studios to record with Wellington's legendary Larry Joseph. The process was not perfect, but the result is nothing short of... (Read More)
Punk Rock + Comics + The Supernatural?!!!!
July 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Recently I've had a number of conversations with James Burton about comics and Kickstarter. He's been a genuinely pleasant guy to speak with, and we've shared some insight. Somehow though, it never registered with me that he too was at this very... (Read More)
Jimmy Beavis Cannot Score (Part Two) - August 20, 1994
June 30th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)
Take a look at this band!
June 30th - via: kickstarter.com
Found a Kickstarter for a rad punk band out of California. Take a look and help All Is Fair get their album made! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/allisfairbandca/all-is-fair-summer-17?ref=discovery (Read More)
Stretch Goal Announcement!
June 29th - via: kickstarter.com
We've made it! The comic is getting made and it's thanks to all of you. You guys have been amazing! It's just so great to find an audience for this book. Please leave me comments, I read them all, and I love to interact! Also find and add me as a... (Read More)
Let's get to some Stretch Goals!
June 28th - via: kickstarter.com
We're very close to being funded! As soon as it hits, I'll be announcing a stretch goal. We've got several planned, so the sooner the better, right? Everyone likes more stuff. If you know anybody or any place that you can share the Kickstarter... (Read More)
CALLING ALL BANDS OR RECORD LABELS (or people who know bands or record labels)!
June 25th - via: kickstarter.com
A new Kickstarter reward tier has been added to the Blister Kickstarter. Get your band logo on a character's shirt for a scene in the comic! Right now it's limited to 8 offerings, and one is already taken! Check it out at www.blisterpunk.com ... (Read More)
Jimmy Beavis Cannot Score (Part One) - August 20, 1994
June 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)
We've hit the 50% mark!
June 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
Thanks to a handful of amazing people we made the jump to right over 50% today! The first part of Jimmy Beavis Cannot Score will be posted tomorrow for backers only, so if you aren't a backer, get to it and read one of my favorite stories from the... (Read More)
Projects We Love
June 21st - via: kickstarter.com
I forgot to mention this in my update last night, but Kickstarter deemed this project a "Project We Love" yesterday, only 18 hours into the campaign. Thanks again to all you guys, this has been the best experience! (Read More)
First 48 hours
June 20th - via: kickstarter.com
The first 48 hours are just about behind us. I wanted to take a moment to thank you for not only taking the time to check out my work, but for then proceeding to support it. It's an amazing feeling. I'm very excited that we're at 36% and hope... (Read More)
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