Jem and The Holograms, IDW 20/20

## IDW 20/20

***Jem and The Holograms: IDW 20/20*** is a standalone "what if" look 20 years into the future of the *JEM* characters. It serves as the final issue in the IDW Publishing *Jem and The Holograms* continuity.

It was originally published physically and digitally by IDW Publishing on January 23rd, 2019, and has not seen a release in any collected editions.

## Official Synopsis

"Jem and the Holograms are back with new music, old flames, and good friends in this adventure set 20 years in the future! Join Jerrica, Synergy, and the rest of your favorite holographic gals for a rockin' reunion that's sure to please old and new fans alike! Celebrate 20 years of IDW with new stories about all your favorite characters!"
—PreviewsWorld.com

## Plot Summary

The Misfits have finally been accepted into the Hall of Fame. They have continued performing for twenty years, unlike Jem and The Holograms, who have disbanded.

Kimber is at the celebration as well, when she discovers that Eric has signed Jem up to open for The Stingers anniversary tour - even though The Holograms no longer perform. Eric informs Kimber that, after a fictional holographic band, The Fathoms, made it big the year previously, he plans to use actual holograms to perform as Jem and the Holograms. He can do whatever he likes with the band because Kimber sold him the majority stakes in Starlight Music's catalog some time prior. Shortly afterwards, partway through the Misfits' performance, they're upstaged by The Fathoms.

The next day, Pizzazz drives to Jerrica's home to try to convince her to bring the Holograms back together. Jerrica isn't too keen on the idea. As it turns out, the Holograms disbanded after she and Kimber fought. Jerrica wanted to prove that the band could survive without using Synergy, but after poor reviews, it turned out that Kimber was right. Jerrica, not wanting to let anyone down again, got rid of all of her gear and signed everything over to Eric. Pizzazz tells her that she'd rather face off against a real band than a fictional one. Rio and Jerrica talk over what to do, when Rio reveals that he kept the Jemstar earrings. After consulting with Synergy, Jerrica decides to try to bring the band back together to stop Eric. Pizzazz lets her know they have six weeks to get the band back together.

Jerrica reaches out to her other band members. Shana has her own fashion line, Aja records her own music, and Raya runs her own dance studio. Kimber is the only one who won't respond, so the Holograms decide to take matters into their own hands and make an in-person request. They talk her into sitting in on a rehearsal before she decides what to do. The Misfits, also in attendance, give surprisingly glowing reviews. The Holograms continue to worry about their fake selves, but Pizzazz has a plan - the Holograms bring the music, they'll bring the mischief.

The Misfits trap Eric and The Stingers backstage. The Holograms take their place to interrupt the show to give a live performance. Meanwhile, Eric struggles to bring his holograms online, thanks to Stormer's interference.

## Characters

  Side Characters | The Fathoms, Eric Raymond, Rio Pacheco

## Cover Variants

Default Cover
by Siobhan KeenanRetailers Incentive Cover
by Gabriel Rodriguez (art) &
Nelson Daniel (colors)
## Navigation

 Main Series
Jem: Dimensions: 01 • 02 • 03 • 04