John Carpenter Announces New Graphic Novel And Soundtrack Cathedral: Hear “Lord Of The Underground”
John Carpenter has announced his first graphic novel titled Cathedral, set to release in August. The project will be accompanied by a soundtrack, which includes the lead single 'Lord Of The Underground.' Carpenter collaborated with his son and longtime bandmates to create the music, inspired by a vivid dream he had.
- ▪John Carpenter's graphic novel Cathedral will be released in August 2026.
- ▪The soundtrack for Cathedral features the lead single 'Lord Of The Underground,' which is available now.
- ▪The graphic novel is about an abandoned church in Los Angeles that becomes significant after a police officer's death.
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