Neon Future
LOS ANGELES, CA – Today two-time Grammy-nominated international producer and DJ Steve Aoki released the trailer to his highly anticipated NEON FUTURE comic book series which features musical elements from the next installment in the album series, Neon Future III. The futuristic sci-fi series was created by Aoki, Eisner Award winner Jim Krueger (DC Comics “Justice,” Marvel “Earth X,” “X-Men, “The Avengers”) and Impact Theory founder Tom Bilyeu. The first issue will be released by Impact Theory on October 4th at the 2018 New York Comic Con.
NEON FUTURE is set roughly 30 years in the future in an America that has outlawed advanced technology. A civil war is brewing between the Augmented, an oppressed class of people who have chosen to integrate technology into their bodies, and the Authentic, who have not. The resistance movement “Neon Future” is led by the mysterious Kita Sovee (a character modeled after Aoki), who strives to bring peace, by showing the world a brighter future in harmony with technology. “I’m so excited to be part of NEON FUTURE,” said Krueger. “It has all the elements of a dynamic story, with compelling characters who evolve into true heroes by overcoming suffering. Working closely with Steve Aoki’s extraordinary imagination our team has built something really special.” The series is a compelling, character-driven sci-fi story that chronicles the dangers of unchecked power and the limitless nature of human potential.
“My obsession with mixing science and tech all started when I was a kid reading comic books. It took me on a ride to see how far the imagination can go, seeing ideas crossing the threshold from science fiction to fact,” said Aoki. “That’s the foundation of Neon Future, where we’re headed as we evolve, our downfalls, our victories and breakthroughs to find a way to survive and thrive through it all.”NEON FUTURE will be available to pre-order online at http://neonfuturecomic.com/. Free digital copies will also be made available exclusively for all who sign up for the newsletter. A free physical copy of Issue 1 Cover A (and all other variant covers for purchase) will be available at the Impact Theory Booth #236 at New York Comic Con October 4th-7th.
The first issue features collectible variant covers designed by creator Jheremy Raapack (“Injustice: Gods Among Us,” “Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight,” and “Hulk Smash.”). South Korean artist Kim Jung Gi (Marvel “Civil War 2,” Blizzard “Siege of Lordaeron”), known around the world for illustrating by photographic memory. Supplemental collectible key art created by legendary concept artist Maciej Kuciara (feature films “Ghost in the Shell,” “Avengers,” “Guardians of the Galaxy”) will also be made available in limited quantities.
Impact Theory’s primary mission is to tell wildly entertaining stories that focus on themes of empowerment. And bring together some of the most talented creators, writers, and artists in the industry. “With the team of Aoki and Krueger, we could really explore the genre to build a sci-fi world that hasn’t been seen before,” stated Tom Bilyeu, founder of Impact Theory. “Coming out of the gate we wanted to show what Impact Theory is capable of as a studio. NEON FUTURE lets us explore relevant themes of culture, technology, and where we’re headed as a species at a much deeper level.”
New York Comic Con
On Oct 5th Aoki will be at NYCC headlining the panel “From the Stage to the Page: Musicians Creating Comic Books” (10:30 AM – 11:30 AM, Room 1A24 – Javits Center) with hip hop legend Darryl “DMC” McDaniels, alt-pop phenom Lights and rock star Andy Biersack of “Black Veil Brides,” followed by a limited signing session at the Impact Theory Booth #236 at 12 noon.
The comic book is an extension of the overarching visionary world of Neon Future. Which strives toward the singularity in a utopian convergence of technology and humanity. Coupled with the release of Aoki’s “Lie to Me” music video and “Be Somebody” single with DJ/producer Nicky Romero ft. Kiiara, fans see a shining a light into the world of Neon Future, showing Aoki making both a physical and a musical transition approaching the debut of the newest album chapter in the series.
