| Veteran local comic book
publisher Cedric Shabazz said that local comic
book artists contribute a unique voice to the
industry. Shabazz is the founder of Oakland
Comics Entertainment, which began publishing a
comic book called "The Black Savior" in
1992. The book, created by artist Roger Bates,
featured a hero who fought enemies that brought
guns and drugs into his community.
Shabazz remembers
selling comic books on Oakland street corners,
and likens himself to early Oakland rap artist
who sold homemade copies of their cassettes on
the streets. His company now publishes 15 titles,
many of which are targeted toward the audience
for hip-hip music.
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comics from Oakland Comics Entertainment. "The Hood"
is a collection of work from young comic
book artists about life on the streets.
It is targeted at the hip-hop community.
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Courtesy of Oakland Comics
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"The
Black Savior" was Oakland
Comics Entertainment's first title. Its
hero fights against drugs and guns in his
community. |
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