7. The ‘Playboy’ Cartoonists
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POSTSCRIPT
I really feel that Hefner should get some kind of medal for printing such talented cartoonists. The history goes that Hef himself was a frustrated cartoonist. Whatever, he has excellent taste. It should also be noted that Winnipeg born, Michelle Urry was the comic editor from 1974 until her death in 2006, for ‘Playboy’ and her taste was at as high a standard as Hefner’s. The variety and style of art within the pages of ‘Playboy’ were in a category unto themselves. While I was doing research for this show I was surprised how little information there was on the cartoonists of ‘Playboy’ magazine. I expected there to be an epic website, lovingly detailed. I guess only in my dreams. If I still lived in Vancouver, I would do it in a heartbeat. Because I know where there is a complete collection, which would’ve allowed me to do a thorough research job. So, if anyone in Montreal has the entire ‘Playboy’ run, let me know. I just want to copy down information and possibly scan all the cartoons. If you haven’t noticed yet, I’m so in love with my scanner. Thanks Efraim!
PLAYLIST
- Batman TV Theme
- Cy Coleman – Playboys Theme
- Shel Silverstein – Freakers at the Freakers Ball
- The Drifters – He’s just a Playboy
- Gene & Debbie – Playboy
- The Fairlaines – Playboy
- The Marvelettes – Playboy
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