That Wilkin Boy – Archie Comics – 1969–1982 – Volume 1 – Ongoing Series – #1–52

Quick Summary: Created as a "rural" alternative to Archie, this series follows Bingo Wilkin, Archie Andrews’ cousin, who lives in the neighboring town of Midville. The series was almost entirely the vision of legendary artist Bingo Kanter (from whom the character took his name) and Dan DeCarlo. While it mirrors the Archie formula—featuring a girlfriend (Samantha Smyth), a rival (Toughie), and a disapproving father (Uncle Samson)—it is noted for its slightly more "mod" 1970s fashion and a focus on Bingo’s band, The Bingoes. The series ran for 13 years before being absorbed into the main Archie line as a backup feature.