Mass Appeal x Marvel: Hip-Hop Legends Become Superheroes in Legend Has It

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Hip-hop and comics are colliding in an epic new way. Mass Appeal, the label co-founded by Nas, has teamed up with Marvel Comics to create a special limited-edition series called Legend Has It… — a project that transforms some of rap’s most iconic figures into comic book heroes.

A Tribute to the Greats

Set to debut at New York Comic Con on October 10, the series highlights seven New York legends:

• Nas & DJ Premier
• Ghostface Killah
• Mobb Deep
• Raekwon
• Big L
• De La Soul
• Slick Rick

With writing by Brandon Thomas and art by Sanford Greene, the comic blends the gritty storytelling of hip-hop with Marvel’s bold, larger-than-life visuals. Each panel is designed to capture the legacy, myth, and influence of these artists in superhero form.

More Than Just a Comic

This project isn’t simply about entertainment — it’s about cultural preservation. By placing hip-hop’s greatest voices in the medium of comics, Legend Has It… reframes their journeys as modern myths. Their struggles, triumphs, and artistry become the stuff of superhero legend.

Fans can expect:

• Exclusive Drops at NYCC – including variant covers and live discussions with Nas and the creative team.
• Collectible Artwork – limited releases designed for fans of both hip-hop and comic culture.
• A Cross-Cultural Celebration – bridging music and graphic storytelling in a way that honors hip-hop’s 50-year legacy.

Why It Matters

Hip-hop has always been about power, resilience, and larger-than-life creativity — the same qualities that define Marvel’s heroes. This collaboration cements the genre’s place as more than just music; it’s a living mythology that continues to inspire.

Legend Has It… isn’t just a comic book — it’s a cultural statement, a piece of living history, and a reminder that in hip-hop, legends never die.