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Mark Martin sings in his rock band The Eversons, his cartoon band The Emilys, plus he composes for TV and film.

Cool Cartoons #2: The Cartoon Band Conundrum

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In the second instalment of our animation-centric column Cool Cartoons, Mark Martin looks at the key cartoon bands of recent times and introduces his own, The Emilys. Cartoon bands seem to be a love/hate thing. Some love their theatrical leanings, off beat humor and chameleon-like ability to switch between musical genres. Other people reckon it’s all … Read more

Cool Cartoons #1: Why South Park Wins Out Over Springfield

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In the first instalment of a monthly column focusing on cartoons, Mark Martin argues that the sustained, unruly genius of South Park gives it the edge over its more famous rival. // South Park is the best cartoon in the world. I said it, and will stick by it. Sacrilege? Sure, maybe it’s a little like arguing The Beach … Read more