Cover: Stan Goldberg & Bob Smith

Archie & Friends #111

Sep 2007 · Archie · 2.25 USD

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In "Making It Big!", Archie and the gang reunite for a shot at stardom when former bandmate Rod Lerock—now a famous rock star—returns to Riverdale with a surprise request. The Archies face off at a national audition, only to fall apart under pressure, but a chance reunion sparks a new chapter when Rod asks them to appear in a TV segment about his legendary past. Written by George Gladir and brought to life with vibrant energy by Stan Goldberg (pencils), Bob Smith (inks), Barry Grossman (colors), and Jack Morelli (letters), this 2007 issue captures the heart and humor of a classic band’s second chance—complete with a cover by Goldberg and Smith that perfectly captures the moment.

Contains 3 stories

Making It Big!

11 pp · Humor, Teen

The Archies [Archie AndrewsBetty CooperVeronica LodgeJughead JonesReggie Mantle]Rod LeRockSmithersWillow (Veronica's cockapoo)Fred AndrewsPop Tate (cameo)Nancy Woods (cameo)Chuck Clayton (cameo)Bands in the competition: The Biloxi Belles (an all female band)The KangaroosThe Classical Three

Archie reunites with Rod, a former bandmate from his garage days, when the now-famous rock star shows up unexpectedly. The Archies try to make it big with a national audition, but things go sideways—leading to a temporary breakup. A few days later, Rod returns with a surprising request, pulling the group back together for a TV segment that could change everything.

Cool Customers

6 pp · Humor, Teen

Jughead JonesArchie AndrewsBetty CooperVeronica LodgeMidge KlumpMoose Mason

Ms. Match

6 pp · Humor, Teen

Nancy WoodsChuck ClaytonBetty CooperJughead JonesPop Tate (cameo)