Captain America Approaches the Disco Age
Renowned for his classic red, white, and blue costume, Captain America is entering a new age—the disco era. Marvel Comics is commemorating the comeback of Dazzler this summer with a series of brilliant variant covers featuring a disco-infused appearance for many of their most cherished heroes, including Captain America.
Dazzler Variant Coverage: A Blast from the Past
These variant covers draw on the 1970s, a period of Disco music, flamboyant fashion, and a great exuberance. The Dazzler variant covers pay homage to the mutant Dazzler, first proposed as a joint venture between Marvel and Casablanca Records, a record company renowned for its Disco performers. Marvel proceeded with Dazzler's solo series in 1981 even though the contract fell through. Now Dazzler is once more in the forefront as the X-Men start their new "From the Ashes" era, inspiring this nostalgic celebration.
New Costume for Captain America: Inspired by Nightwings
Featuring a broad, open collar, star-spangled pants, and a bedazzled shield, artist Elizabeth Torque has given Captain America a groovy makeover. Inspired by the legendary costume of Nightwing, Dick Grayson's alter persona, this fresh look honors the disco era.
Disco Suit: Nightwing's Retro Classic
Dick Grayson debuted Nightwing in 1984 wearing a high-tech suit created by George Pérez following retirement as Robin. Lighter colors, a low-cut top, and a broad lapel were meant to reflect his acrobatics background and Flying Graysons time. But the suit, with its perfectly coiffed hair and sex-symbol status, came to be connected with the Disco era, so creating a distinctive and unforgettable costume.
The Disco Look of Captain America: A Legacy
Reflecting the 1970s, Captain America's disco-inspired outfit marks a welcome change from his classic look. Given the Marvel Universe's time-bending and reality-altering character, this outfit would be simple for a comeback from. Steve might accompany Dazzler for some roller rink or dance floor excursions, displaying his disco moves and demonstrating that even heroes like Captain America can get caught in the appeal of disco fever.
Captain America #12: Readers' Must-Read
Marvel Comics' release of Captain America #12 on August 28th will excite fans ready to see Captain America's fresh disco look in action.
