Music
A Life Of Science

The Apneist is A Life of Science’s latest multimedia project: an album, comic book series, novel, and film centering on the story of Jon Tate, the man responsible for the end of the world. Experience this epic story with all of your senses.

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Saturday 6:00pm - 7:00pm (Hyatt Ballroom A&B)
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A Life Of Science
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A moment with Ethan Van Sciver

From Flash and  Green Lantern Rebirth to Zombies and Vampires Ethan Van Sciver knows what he's talking about! Come listen to this world famous artist dish the dirt on his life, theories and maybe treat us to a bit of music to boot!

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Saturday 1:30pm - 2:30pm (CC157)
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Ethan Van Sciver
 
Anime Karaoke

Love to sing? Like to sing? Just want to sing? Every voice welcome. We have a variety of songs: anime, JRock, video games and cartoon themes. Let's raise the roof!

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Thursday 6:00pm - 9:00pm (Hyatt Ballroom C)
 
Anime Karaoke

Love to sing? Like to sing? Just want to sing? Every voice welcome. We have a variety of songs: anime, JRock, video games and cartoon themes. Let's raise the roof!

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Saturday 6:00pm - 8:00pm (Hyatt Ballroom C&D)
 
Anime Music Video Contest

Come see this years hottest AMVs submitted for the AMV contest and help judge for the audience choice award.

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Saturday 6:00pm - 8:30pm (CC166)
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Anime Rave

It's opening night and anything goes at our first big blowout Anime Rave!

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Thursday 10:00pm - 2:00am (Hyatt Ballroom C)
 
Anime Rave

Whimsical rave with circus theme! Bright colors of the big top and fearsome acts inspire this anime rave. With "caged" go-go dancers dressed as the circus animals and the ring master around, it's sure to be a spectacular time!

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Friday 10:00pm - 2:00am (Hyatt Ballroom D)
 
Anime Rave

The aesthetic vision of Huke's original BLACK ROCK SHOOTER  fan created video combining the vocals of Miku Hatsune with original animation by Ryo Huke. This Rave will delight current fans of BRS and introduce new fans to the series.

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Saturday 9:00pm - 2:00am (Hyatt Ballroom C&D)
 
Calabrese

Formed in 2003 the brothers of the horror rock monster that is Calabrese have quickly made their mark on the world… bite marks to be exact. Calabrese plans to unleash Hell in 2010 with their third album “They Call Us Death”

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Friday 9:00pm - 10:00pm (Hyatt Ballroom A&B)
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Calabrese
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Calabrese
 
Comi-Concert

Friday May 28th (Hyatt Ballroom A+B)

5:00pm - Kitsune Robot
6:00pm - Spawn Atomic
9:00pm - Calabrese

Saturday May 29th (Hyatt Ballroom A+B)
5:00pm- Peachcake
6:00pm - A Life Of Science
7:00pm - James Marsters
8:30pm - Kirby Krackle
9:30pm - Jason Steffen
10:00pm - Geek Prom featuring Braincage and No Big Deal

 

 
Comic Book Soundtracks

Ever wonder what your favorite comic might be like with a soundtrack? Come listen to and vote on some of our attendee suggestions for comic music scores!

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Friday 7:30pm - 8:30pm (CC155)
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Creating Multi Media Comics

Through the eye of A Life Of Science on the road and locally.  They tell about how Apneist came about through both music and comic books.

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Sunday 10:30am - 11:30am (CC157)
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Dance Dance Panel

Ever see those para para videos or seen someone do a routine and you just waited for an arm to fly off? Ever venture over to Nico Video and see the large groups of people dancing to some song? Well come and join us for some fun!

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Friday 1:30pm - 2:30pm (CC167)
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Film Festival Friday

 Phoenix Comicon Film Festival featuring dozens of films from over 10 countries. Se film schedule for detailed listing of films to be shown.

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Friday 10:30am - 11:30pm (CC154)
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Film Festival Saturday

  Phoenix Comicon Film Festival featuring dozens of films from over 10 countries. Se film schedule for detailed listing of films to be shown.

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Saturday 10:30am - 11:30pm (CC154)
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Film festival Sunday

  Phoenix Comicon Film Festival featuring dozens of films from over 10 countries. Se film schedule for detailed listing of films to be shown.

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Sunday 12:30pm - 5:30pm (CC154)
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Film Festival Thursday

  Phoenix Comicon Film Festival featuring dozens of films from over 10 countries. Se film schedule for detailed listing of films to be shown.

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Thursday 6:00pm - 11:30pm (CC154)
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How To: AMV Production

A fun and exciting look into the world of Anime Music Video production. We'll teach you the basics of what it takes to make an Epic Anime Music Video as well as the taboo’s and the right and wrong ways to edit. Come and be inspired!

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Friday 7:30pm - 10:00pm (CC167)
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James Marsters Concert

A man who needs no introduction due to his smash role on Buffy, James Marsters has been performing since 2000. Influenced by Tom Waits, Joni Mitchell and Bruce Springsteen,his current album is entitled "Like A Waterfall".

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Saturday 7:00pm - 8:30pm (Hyatt Ballroom A&B)
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James Marsters
 
Jason Steffen

Jason Steffen has been a Phoenix local for the past decade. With influences ranging from artists like Tom Waits and Frank Zappa to Slayer and Cannibal Corpse, it is no wonder that Jason has a unique style all his own.

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Saturday 9:30pm - 10:00pm (Hyatt Ballroom A&B)
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Jason Steffen
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Jason Steffen
 
JPOP vs KPOP Battle Royal

Jpop once ruled over all, that is until Kpop has risen up to challenge it. Can Jpop remain on top or has Kpop dethroned the once powerful champion? You decide as boy bands have dance offs and girl bands claw at each other.

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Saturday 3:00pm - 5:30pm (CC166)
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Kids Need To Read Geek Prom and Celebrity Rock Band

Geek out and rock Saturday night away with Felicia Day, Wil Wheaton, and Aaron Douglas at the first annual Geek Prom & Celebrity Rock Band Party! Expect fun, activities and prizes! Celebrate your inner Geek by facing off in the clash of Celebrity Rock Band, attempt to claim victory in the Geek dance-off, have your stylin’ photo taken underneath the Geek Prom Arch, and vie to be crowned Geek Prom King and Queen in this Geek-tacular event! There will be food and drink cash bars available. Entry fee is only $5.00 (extra charge for photographs) and all proceeds will benefit Kids Need to Read. Dress code is Geek casual or formal – real Geeks won’t even need a costume!

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Saturday 10:00pm - 2:00am (Hyatt Ballroom A&B)
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Wil Wheaton
Felicia Day
Aaron Douglas
Chase Masterson
 
Kirby Krackle

Kirby Krackle is a Nerd Rock Band from Seattle. A collaboration between two life-long pop-culture junkies, Jim Demonakos and Kyle Stevens who have crafted an entire album of songs dedicated to comic books, video games, zombies, girls and much more.

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Saturday 8:30pm - 9:30pm (Hyatt Ballroom A&B)
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Kirby Krackle
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Kirby Krackle
 
Kitsune Robot

Kitsune Robot is excited to make a triumphant return to Phoenix Comicon! Formed in 2006, Kitsune Robot was one of the world's first anime cover bands. They are devoted to playing covers of the most awesome anime, video game, Jpop, and Jrock songs.

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Friday 5:00pm - 6:00pm (Hyatt Ballroom A&B)
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Kitsune Robot
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Kitsune Robot
 
KPOP 101

With the popularity of Super Jr and Wonder Girls Kpop has gotten extremely popular in the US. Join Panda Cubed as we show you some of the earlier bands that got us into Kpop and we’ll also show a few rising stars to watch out for.

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Saturday 10:30am - 11:30am (CC166)
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Peachcake

After the success of Peachcake's Indie/Electronic show at sister convention Con-Nichiwa we just had to get them on the bill for Comicon. Check out their debut album "what year will you have the world?" and upcoming comic.

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Saturday 5:00pm - 6:00pm (Hyatt Ballroom A&B)
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Peachcake
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Peachcake
 
Rockband!

What more can we say? It's RockBand!

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Thursday 6:00pm - 2:00am (Hyatt Ballroom A&B)
 
Spawn Atomic

Spawn Atomic spreads their virus of fun sexy blood infused lyrics of zombies and werewolves. You'll walk away with a smile and maybe even missing a limb. 100% EVIL!!

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Friday 6:00pm - 7:00pm (Hyatt Ballroom A&B)
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Spawn Atomic
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Spawn Atomic
 
Tokyo Girls!

Come take a look at Japanese fashion over the centuries with this amazing performance by the local group Tokyo Girls.

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Friday 6:00pm - 7:00pm (Hyatt Ballroom C)
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Tokyo Girls
 
Wil Wheaton Rock Band

It all started right here at Phoenix Comicon! Wil Wheaton brings the event back home and rocks out with fans on our main stage at the Hyatt. You know you wanna be a rockstar- this is your chance!

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Friday 10:00pm - 2:00am (Hyatt Ballroom A&B)
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Wil Wheaton
 
Wil Wheaton RockBand

It all started right here at Phoenix Comicon! Wil Wheaton brings the event back home and rocks out with fans on our main stage at the Hyatt. You know you wanna be a rockstar - this is your chance!

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Friday 10:00pm - 2:00am (Hyatt Ballroom A)
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Wil Wheaton RockBand
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Wil Wheaton
 


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