Papercutz's 'Gumby' Comic Brings Back Pop Star Paul After 50 Years

For the first time since 1967, Paul Plunk -- a character with suspiciously Beatle-esque features [...]

By Russ Burlingame

For the first time since 1967, Paul Plunk -- a character with suspiciously Beatle-esque features -- will reteam with Gumby in the latest issue of Papercutz's Gumby comic.

Gumby and the eternally-cute Paul appear together again in "The Sour Note!," in the newest issue of the Gumby comic, released this week at comic book stores throughout North America. Paul makes a special visit stateside to see his old friend Gumby to commemorate the fiftieth anniversary of their fab first encounter.

Enjoy the statement from Papercutz, which is full of wonderful puns:

It seems like only "Yesterday," when the two legendary pop stars first met, but actually the two musicians haven't been together since 1967. Here, looking straight out of the 60s, Paul rocks his signature haircut with his everlasting message of peace pinned to his paisley lapel and looks as if he hasn't aged a day.

Gumby, ever green, is as flexible and fun-loving as ever. The two might seem like an odd pairing for a comic book, but as one of Paul's friends said once,"let it be."

Of course were talking about, Gumby the green clay boy and the piano-playing pop star Paul Plunk. Art Clokey's beloved clay creation, Gumby, has entertained children for generations. Paul Plunk first appeared in "Piano Rolling Blues" in December 27, 1967, which can be seen above and on The Adventures of Gumby: The 60s Series Volume 2 DVD.

Although he had a bit role, his appearance resonated with fans. The long-awaited reunion story, "The Sour Note!," written and illustrated by Mike Kazaleh, features Gumby, joined by two other notable (no pun intended!) Clokey creations, Henry and Rodgy. They all visit Paul Plunk for advice on dealing with a sour note.

Gumby's band, "The Clayboys," also make a fun cameo appearance in the same issue, in the story "All That Nin-Jazz," where Gumby and his pony pal Pokey attempt to become stealthy ninjas.

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