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The upcoming edition of XXL is going to feature a collaboration between Eminem and Marvel Comics in anticipation of the release of the rapper’s new album ‘Relapse’, which has already leaked online. In addition to the comic cover art, the magazine will include the first part of the triumvirate’s special edition ‘Punisher’ comic which co-stars Eminem. Marvel’s Editor-in-Chief commented on the collaboration saying “When we learned that Eminem is a fan and collector of Marvel comics, we could only imagine what would happen if The Punisher and Slim Shady met up in the Marvel Universe. This was a unique partnership and the team had a blast working with Eminem and incorporating the rapper into the Marvel fold.”

Even though Adam Lambert seems to be the favorite for the first place on American Idol, his competition is not likely to be giving up to easily. Kris Allen goes for a very bold song choice by doing Kanye West’s “Heartless”. The surprising part is that he does it only with his voice and guitar… a bold move for which he is commended by the judges… even Simon Cowell who says that with this performance, Kris Allen managed to wipe away the failure of his first song for the evening. It’s a really tough race it seems and Kris Allen has a good starting speed… especially considering that he actually made Kanye West’s music sound like real music.