Tephlon Funk!
| Tephlon Funk! | |
|---|---|
 Cover for 1st issue of Tephlon Funk! | |
| Publication information | |
| Format | Ongoing series |
| Genre | Underground comix |
| No. of issues | 7 |
| Creative team | |
| Created by | Stephane Metayer |
| Written by | Stephane Metayer |
| Artist(s) | David Tako, Nico Safe |
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Tephlon Funk! is an American independent comic book series created by Stephane Metayer and published on November 17, 2015.
Background
Originally created in 2004, Stephane Metayer first came up with the concept while still in high school after doodling a young girl with cornrows. He didn't have a title for the series until 2005 after listening to Ready To Die. However, a majority of the story's influence came from Illmatic[1]. In 2014, French artist David Tako took over as illustrator along with Nico Safe.[2] In October 2015, Stephane launched a crowdfunding campaign through Kickstarter to help finish and self publish the graphic novel. The project was a success and raised over $22,000 in pledges. The 1st issue was released in December 2015 with a limited run of 100 copies. It has since been reselling on eBay for upwards of $90.[3] The series has been praised for its grounded, relatable storytelling, along with its fleshed out protagonists. As well as the manga-inspired art style and backgrounds that helps illustrate its overall tone.[4]
Plot
Inez Jozlyn wants to work for a notorious drug dealer named Kefflow after seeing all the money her friend Nassim has been making. Instead, she runs into a mysterious classmate named Gabriel Ainsley who asks her to help him search for Tephlon Funk. A new drug that Kefflow has been selling throughout New York City. However Cameron, an undercover New York City cop is also searching for it and somehow has a long history with Gabriel.[5]
Characters
- Inez Jozlyn A troubled 14-year-old girl who's looking to someday escape from her circumstances and live a carefree life.
- Gabriel Ainsley Selfish, self-centered and brash 17-year-old who manipulates anyone he can to get his way.
- Cameron Phoenix An ambitious 24-year-old by-the-books Cop who aspires to make a difference in her community.
- Giselle Rodriguez 25-year-old Bartender with a chip on her shoulder hopes to redeem herself from past mistakes.[6]
Media
Soundtracks
After having several fallouts with independent artists, Stephane decided to contact Fat Jon and asked if he'd be interested in putting together a free soundtrack for the comic series. With the goal of spreading the word about Tephlon Funk through a different medium:
Tephlon Funk: The Free Tape was released on June 27, 2016 for free on SoundCloud. The EP features 12 Lo-Fi Hip Hop tracks all produced, mixed and arranged by Fat Jon. The soundtrack was later released on vinyl with a 36 page manga comic in every copy.[7] As well as streaming platforms Spotify[8] and Apple Music[9] on July 20, 2018.
Tephlon Funk: The Dope Tape was released on December 18, 2020 The 2nd EP also features 12 Lo-Fi Hip Hop tracks[10]. They first started planning out the music in late 2018. Stephane even flew out to Germany to work with Fat Jon on the project, the EP took over a year to put together.[11]
Animation
In 2017, a short anime teaser was released, the animation was produced in Japan by D'ART Shtajio[12]. Fans have speculated that an anime adaptation is in the works, however there has been no official confirmation.
References
- ↑ Clemente, Zachary (October 30, 2015). "You Gotta Back This: "Tephlon Funk!" Hip Hop/Manga Kickstarter Campaign". Comics Beat.
- ↑ Gramuglia, Anthony (June 20, 2020). "INTERVIEW: Stéphane Metayer on Tephlon Funk, the Unmade Black Anime". CBR.
- ↑ Johnston, Rich (December 17, 2015). "Speculator Corner: Tephlon Fun Hits $90 On eBay". Bleeding Cool News And Rumors.
- ↑ Miles, Pharoah (February 15, 2020). "REVIEW: TEPHLON FUNK #2". Graphic Policy.
- ↑ Miles, Pharoah (January 18, 2020). "REVIEW: TEPHLON FUNK #1". Graphic Policy.
- ↑ Bullock, Lauren (March 2, 2016). "Tephlon Funk! is "the Dopest"… Except for One Thing". Black Nerd Problems.
- ↑ "Fat Jon – Tephlon Funk: The Free Tape (2016, Vinyl)" – via www.discogs.com.
- ↑ "Spotify – Tephlon Funk: The Free Tape". Spotify.
- ↑ "Tephlon Funk: The Free Tape by Fat Jon on Apple Music". Apple Music.
- ↑ "Tephlon Funk: The Dope Tape by Fat Jon on Apple Music". Apple Music.
- ↑ Banda, Dennis (December 16, 2020). "Uncovering Tephlon Funk With Creator Stéphane Metayer and Samurai Champloo's Fat Jon". Anime News Network.
- ↑ "Tephlon Funk — D'ART Shtajio - American Owned Anime Studio". D'ART Shtajio.
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