The Monitor: Archer, DC Comics and A$AP Rocky

Summary

Peter Rubin, senior editor at Wired, talks about the return of the animated TV series Archer, the new DC comic title Threshold, and the latest album of the rapper A$AP Rocky called Long Live ASAP.

Archer: The Demented and Twisted Black Comedy
DC Comics: A New Book Called Threshold
A$AP Rocky: A Posse Cut Featuring a Lineup of All-Stars
Conclusion

Archer: The Demented and Twisted Black Comedy

Q: What is so wonderful about Archer?

Peter Rubin: Archer is a TV show that’s returning for its fourth season. What’s great about the show is that it has a unique animation style and impeccable voice acting. The titular character is played by Jon Benjamin, who is joined by other all-star comedians like Aisha Tyler and Chris Parnell. The writing is fantastic, with a lot of throwaway Easter egg-y jokes. It’s not the kind of show you can jump right into, but if you watch this show, you know exactly what I’m talking about.

Q: What makes Archer a standout animated show?

Peter Rubin: Archer is a standout animated show because of its demented and twisted black comedy. The show is a satire of a spy agency and its employees, who are all incompetent, self-serving, and often sociopathic. The humor is often inappropriate, offensive, and crude, but it’s also cleverly written and well-executed. The show’s animation style is also unique, with bold line contouring that is recognizable and enjoyable.

Q: What can viewers expect from the fourth season of Archer?

Peter Rubin: Viewers can expect more of the same from the fourth season of Archer. There will be more demented and twisted black comedy, more inappropriate humor, and more clever writing. The voice acting will also be top-notch, with the all-star cast delivering their lines with impeccable timing and wit.

DC Comics: A New Book Called Threshold

Q: Can you tell us about the new DC comic title, Threshold?

Peter Rubin: Threshold is a new DC comic book written by Keith Giffen and illustrated by Tom Raney. The book is a spin-off of the Green Lantern series and follows a disgraced Green Lantern character who is conscripted into a game show called Hunter. The game show is like The Hunger Games, where contestants are hunted down for untold riches by the people of Tenebrian Dominion. The premise of the book is interesting, and it has a different feel from other superhero comic books.

Q: Is Threshold a good book for people new to the Green Lantern series?

Peter Rubin: Threshold is a good book for people who are new to the Green Lantern series. The book doesn’t require any background knowledge of the Green Lantern mythology, and the story is self-contained. The first issue is a bit confusing, with too many characters thrown in the mix, but the story is compelling enough to keep readers engaged.

Q: What is the writing like in Threshold?

Peter Rubin: The writing in Threshold is solid. Keith Giffen has a lot of experience writing superhero comics, and he brings his A-game to Threshold. The story is well-paced, and the characters are interesting. The dialogue is also well-written, with a good mix of humor and drama.

A$AP Rocky: A Posse Cut Featuring a Lineup of All-Stars

Q: Can you tell us about the latest album of A$AP Rocky?

Peter Rubin: A$AP Rocky is a rapper from Harlem who recently released his first official major label album called Long Live ASAP. The album is impressive for a debut album, with a good mix of different sounds and styles.

Q: What makes Long Live ASAP a standout album?

Peter Rubin: Long Live ASAP has a standout posse cut called “One Train,” which features a lineup of all-stars like Kendrick Lamar, Joey Bada$$, Action Bronson, and Big K.R.I.T. The song is one of the best posse cuts ever made, and it showcases the skills of each rapper. The album as a whole is also well-crafted, with catchy hooks and strong beats.

Q: Is Long Live ASAP a good album for fans of rap music?

Peter Rubin: Long Live ASAP is a good album for fans of rap music. The album has a mix of different sounds and styles, from the slow and choppy vibe of “Pes” to the more aggressive and upbeat sound of “Wild for the Night.” A$AP Rocky is a skilled rapper, and he delivers his verses with confidence and swagger.

Conclusion

In this week’s edition of The Monitor, we discussed the return of the animated TV series Archer, the new DC comic title Threshold, and the latest album of rapper A$AP Rocky called Long Live ASAP. Archer is a standout animated show because of its demented and twisted black comedy. Threshold is a good book for people who are new to the Green Lantern series, with solid writing and an interesting premise. Long Live ASAP is an impressive debut album, with a standout posse cut called “One Train” featuring a lineup of all-stars.