Turn up the volume on a supernatural mystery that hits like a heavy metal power chord in Black Tape. Written and designed by the legendary Dan Panosian (Alice Ever After, Slots) with atmospheric art by Dalibor Talajić (Deadpool Kills the Marvel Universe), this AWA Upshot trade paperback is a love letter to 1960s rock-and-roll, the occult, and the "Satanic Panic" era.

This item is Brand New, making it a must-have for fans of classic rock history, occult thrillers, and stylish, period-piece mysteries.

The Mystery of the Unreleased Masterpiece

• The Story: Jack King was a rock god—until he died under mysterious circumstances. Now, his widow and his biggest fans are obsessed with finding the "Black Tape," his final, unreleased album rumored to contain more than just music. As the search intensifies, the line between rock-star excess and genuine demonic intervention begins to blur. Is the tape a masterpiece, or a gateway to something far more sinister?

• A Masterful Period Piece: Dan Panosian perfectly captures the grit and glamour of the late '60s music scene, weaving a narrative that feels like a lost cult film from the era.

• Stunning Visual Storytelling: Dalibor Talajić provides detailed, cinematic art that balances the smoky interiors of recording studios with the surreal, nightmarish imagery of the occult.

• AWA Upshot Quality: Known for high-concept, creator-driven stories, AWA delivers a tight, suspenseful thriller that explores the intersection of fame, obsession, and the supernatural.

Item Details

• Publisher: AWA Upshot

• Writer / Creator: Dan Panosian

• Artist: Dalibor Talajić

• Format: Trade Paperback (TPB)

• Pages: 112 Pages

• Collects: Black Tape #1–4

• Genre: Supernatural / Mystery / Music / Thriller

Item Condition

This book is in Brand New / Unread condition.

• Cover: Mint condition. Features sharp corners, a pristine spine, and a vibrant finish with no shelf wear or retail stickers.

• Spine: Perfectly tight, flat, and square; zero creasing or "reading lines."

• Interior: Clean, white, and crisp pages with professional-grade ink saturation and zero markings or manufacturer defects.

• Storage: Maintained in a smoke-free, climate-controlled environment to ensure it arrives in collector-grade condition.

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