Cover: Harry Lucey & Terry Szenics

Archie #109

Apr 1960 · Archie · 0.10 USD

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In "Payola," Archie takes the mic as the school's P.A. DJ, spinning tunes from fellow students—only to find his playlist increasingly influenced by the favors he’s being offered. As his friends start bribing him for airtime, Archie’s "no pay, no play" rule puts his integrity to the test. With Harry Lucey’s expressive art and Terry Szenics handling both inks and letters, this 1960 issue captures a classic Archie dilemma with humor and heart. Cover by Harry Lucey and Terry Szenics.

Contains 5 stories

Payola

8 pp · Humor, Teen

In "Payola," Archie takes the mic as the school’s P.A. DJ, spinning tunes from fellow students—only to find his playlist increasingly influenced by cash bribes from friends desperate for airtime. As the "no pay, no play" policy takes hold, the school’s music scene spirals into chaos, leaving Archie’s dad to step in with a surprising solution.

Split Decision

6 pp · Humor, Teen

In "Split Decision," Archie and Veronica make the bold choice to split up and explore other relationships—only to find that their old habits are hard to shake. No matter who they're with, they keep acting like a couple, much to the confusion of their new dates.

Water Boy!

1 pp · Humor, Children

Arch Rival

4 pp · Humor, Teen

The Golden Roll

6 pp · Humor, Teen

In "The Golden Roll," Mr. Weatherbee’s attempt to try out his roller skates for the school’s upcoming skating party quickly turns into a classroom chaos as the boys, ever the pranksters, try to lure him into a hall race. The moment he steps onto the wheels, the whole school seems to hold its breath—just before the fun begins.