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Amilcar Releases "At the Lounge" with a Unique Fresh Lounge Style
Franco-Venezuelan artist Amilcar releases the digital album, "At the Lounge" after a long hiatus from the music scene with an interesting fresh lounge style. Smoothly influenced by Bossa Nova, Electronica and 60’s grooves, this lounge album takes the listener to a fascinating trip of seductive sounds and lush rhythms. - July 02, 2020 - Amilcar
The Eisner Science Fiction and Fantasy Chronicles Offers Insight Into Human Nature
In 2019, before the COVID-19 pandemic, “I began to wonder what might happen if there was an existential crisis on Earth,” says author Donald A. Eisner. "I began to write a series of Science Fiction short stories." The Eisner Science Fiction and Fantasy Chronicles by... - July 02, 2020 - Eisner Institute for Professional Studies
Rick Scott Lee Recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2020 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
Rick Scott Lee of West Jordan, Utah has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2020 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding achievements and contributions in the field of literature. About Rick Scott Lee Rick Scott Lee is an author who writes fantasy... - July 02, 2020 - Strathmore Worldwide
Support Your Local Dry Cleaner Campaign Featuring Marla Gibbs (Florence from The Jefferson’s)
The COVID-19 pandemic drastically slowed, or even shuttered, many businesses - including dry cleaners. In an effort to help bring awareness to this issue, Cleaner’s Supply launched a “Support Your Local Dry Cleaner” social media campaign. This series of engaging images and videos,... - July 02, 2020 - Cleaner's Supply
In New Fundraising Effort, Herberger Theater Gives Donors a Surprise Bonus
On pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Phoenix landmark Herberger Theater has embarked on an unusual, even memorable, fundraising effort to support ongoing and future expenses. - July 01, 2020 - Biltmore Portrait Studios
Thumbs Up 247 Delivers the Goods with the Launch of ThumbsUp247.com
Good News, Uplifting Stories Every Single Day; Time to Change Conversations; Positivity is Contagious. - July 01, 2020 - Thumbs Up 247
Donnell Isaac Didn't Know Love
Back like he never left; R&B/Soul recording artist, Donnell Isaac, has released his new single, “I Didn’t Know,” an impressive, inspiring and soulful song from the forthcoming album, Wine N Relationship. His third studio album, Wine N Relationship, is due out later this year. - July 01, 2020 - Donnell Isaac
Zero Empty Spaces (ZES) Expands to Palm Beach County with New Location at Crocker Partners-Managed Boca Center
Affordable artist studio initiative Zero Empty Spaces partners with Crocker Partners to open its first location in Palm Beach county. - June 30, 2020 - Zero Empty Spaces
POWER Magazine's Summer 2020 Issue Highlights Amazing Women Who Inspire and Empower During These Difficult Times
In their Summer 2020 issue, P.O.W.E.R. Magazine-Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized highlights amazing women who inspire and empower during these difficult times. They have successful careers in many different fields and industries yet still manage to find time to help... - June 30, 2020 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Local Author Shares Little-Known Tale of Michigan Teen Titanic Survivor Ruth Becker in "The Stars in April"
Fact-Based Historical Fiction on Teen Titanic Survivor Ruth Becker, "The Stars in April" Releases Worldwide in Spring 2021. - June 29, 2020 - Childress Ink
Katye Kellye & The Essentials Announce Benefit Single Release
Proceeds from music downloads will benefit Nurses House COVID-19 Relief Fund. - June 29, 2020 - Katye Kellye and The Interruption
Multi-Intrumentalist Ricky Persaud, Jr. Back with New Album; Follow Up to 2019 EPs Pursuit of Happiness and Apocalypse, First Single "M.Y.O.B." Out Now
Follow up to 2019 EPs Pursuit of Happiness and Apocalypse; First single “M.Y.O.B.” out now - June 27, 2020 - Mystiqson Records & Publishing, LLC
Female Led Revenge Western "Vengeance Turns" 4-Part Serialized Radio Show Releases Chapter 1 on July 4, 2020
Cabin Fever Radio recorded this originally for live audiences during the COVID-19 Pandemic while the actors and their audience were all confined for health and safety. The Radio Show version was mixed over several weeks immediately upon conclusion of the live readings. - June 27, 2020 - Cabin Fever Radio
"The Maria Liberati Show" to be Featured on Audioburst
Art of Living, PrimaMedia Inc. announces “The Maria Liberati Show,” hosted by Gourmand World Award-winning author/celebrity chef, former PBS TV show host Maria Liberati will be one of Audioburst's featured podcasts of the week (6/22-6/28) on the Audioburst mobile app. Beyond her up... - June 27, 2020 - Maria Liberati
Highly Acclaimed Teen Entertainers Host Youth Discussion for Positive Change
Highly Acclaimed Teen Entertainers Jose Carrera from Brooklyn, NY along with Paul Mikel Williams and DJ Wildstyle from Los Angeles, CA invite teens from around the country to enroll in a free Youth Discussion this Sunday 6/28 @4pmPST on Zoom. These discussions focus on current events, the importance of active listening to diverse opinions, and what actions teens can take to bring about the change they wish to see in their world either on the street or from their own homes. - June 27, 2020 - DJ Wildstyle
Metalcore Group VENACAVA Releases New Song "Signals" Featuring Vocalist Aaron Gillespie of Underoath
Eleven years after it was initially recorded, the metalcore group VENACAVA has released their first song “Signals” today via Capiscana Records / OSIAH, featuring Underoath vocalist Aaron Gillespie. - June 26, 2020 - Capiscana
Motown Songwriter Paul Lubanski Releases Two Pop Country Single's "I Can't Fix You" and "I've Got My Demons Too" Worldwide Today
Songwriter releasing two new singles. - June 26, 2020 - Paul Lubanski
Archimedes’ Printing Shoppe Virtually Launches Book, "A**holes Need Love Too," June 28, 2020 from Wilbur the Pig’s Farm in New Jersey
On June 28, 2020, Philadelphia-based Archimedes’ Printing Shoppe will release virtually, via a socially-distanced FaceBook live, "A**holes Need Love Too," the first book in a series of just-for-fun gift books written by Susan Russell and Erica Brown, and brilliantly illustrated by Maggie McMahon. When: Sunday, June 28, 2020. Where: FaceBook @Archimedesprintingshoppe or @Lucy Noland. Time: 6:30 p.m. EDT. - June 26, 2020 - Archimedes' Printing Shoppe
Underscore Films Releases Global Documentary, "Everyday Heroes"
This documentary serves as a time capsule, reflective of how the world united together. - June 25, 2020 - Underscore Films
Resilient Americana: Virtual Reality Painting Gallery Focuses on Unity Sustained by Shared Values
Resilient Americana: Virtual Reality Painting Gallery launches as a virtual reality gallery showcasing Dave Alber’s Hybrid VR Paintings™ celebrating American virtues. This VR gallery is available online. The exhibition showcases virtual reality paintings of small town America and American cultural sites as reflections on the resilience of American virtues during difficult times. - June 25, 2020 - Dave Alber
Award-Winning Author, Jeff Walton, Retired NCIS Special Agent, Releases His Standalone Sequel to "Final Departure: Death is Never on Time"
Sunbrook Publishing has just released "Divine Return: Death Is Never The End," the standalone sequel to Jeff Walton's multiple-award-winning Christian suspense novel "Final Departure: Death Is Never On Time." - June 25, 2020 - Sunbrook Publishing
Embracing the New Norm, New York Summer Fashion Explosion (NYSFE) Hosts It's First Virtual Show
New York Summer Fashion Explosion hosts it's first virtual fashion show on June 20, 2020 via livestream on YouTube. Part of the proceeds from the show will go towards student designers affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. - June 25, 2020 - NYSFE Magazine INC
Barnstone Studios Announces the First Gwendolyn Stine Scholarship Winners; Nine People to Learn Classical Drawing Skills in 3-Month Study Intensive
The forgotten secrets the great masters used are slowly being reintroduced to the world, and the late Myron Barnstone is respected as being at the vanguard of classical art education. To honor one of his distinguished alumni, Barnstone Studios launched The Gwendolyn Stine Scholarship this summer. Nine winners from three nations will receive a 3-month intensive workshop that includes one-on-one mentorship. The scholarships will be awarded quarterly. - June 25, 2020 - Barnstone Studios
Funtastik Labs Launches Private Playtime for Families Concerned About COVID-19
Katy’s premier open to the public S.T.E.A.M Entertainment Center - Funtastik - June 25, 2020 - Funtastik Labs LLC
"Confessions," the Series, Picks Up Two Best Web Series Awards
"Confessions," the series, was awarded the Grand Jury Award for Best Web Series at the Monthly Oniros Film Awards, in Saint-Vincent, Italy. They also received the Best Web Series award at the Madras Independent Film Festival, in Chennai, India. Both awards were presented in June 2020. The... - June 24, 2020 - Serrano Studios
Alternative-Reality Racial Drama "The Other Foot" Movie Enters Pre-Production and Casting
Post-Slavery (Jim Crow Era) White American - Black American Role Reversal - June 24, 2020 - TYME Productions
Pet Life Radio Unleashes "Rappaport to the Rescue"
The #1 Pet Podcast and Radio Network Premiers New Rescue And Adoption Podcast and Radio Show Hosted By Jill Rappaport. - June 24, 2020 - Pet Life Radio
Chicago Fire/P.D., Gotham, Supernatural Among New Wizard World Virtual Experiences This Month
Free Video Q&A Streamed Live on Twitch, YouTube, Facebook; Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, Riverdale Also Added; Fans Can Purchase Live Video Chats, Recorded Videos, Signed Photos During Events, Accessible via Dedicated Website, Social Platforms - June 24, 2020 - Fan Expo HQ
Kryptall® Provides Lawyers with Secure Calling
After a celebrity law firm was attacked and lost data of their celebrities; their data is being held at a $21 million ransom. If law firms do not secure their client communications and other data, they could violate the attorney-client privilege, lose clients, be subject to malpractice actions, damage their reputation, and possibly also lose their license to practice law. Encryption is a way to keep communications private and KryptAll® guarantees that calls are secure. - June 23, 2020 - KryptAll
Post Mortem "The Big Lubanski" Celebrates 61st Anniversary of His Top 100 of All-Time “Double 300” Sports Feat
International bowling legend Eddie Lubanski passed away in 2010, yet his amazing top 100 sporting feat of-all-time - continues to thrill millions of YouTube viewers worldwide. It was June 22, 1959 at Miami’s Bowling Palace where Lubanski made New York Times headlines by bowling 24 strikes... - June 23, 2020 - Paul Lubanski
Culver City Film Festival 2020 Launch and Plans
Culver City Film Festival plans for 2020 and film festival highlights from 2019. - June 23, 2020 - Culver City Film Festival
Danielle A. Hareland Honored as a VIP Member by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Danielle A. Hareland of Canandaigua, New York has been honored as a VIP Member for 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of fashion modeling. These important women exemplify tenacity. They... - June 23, 2020 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
New Novel Release by DiVitto Kelly - "Summer of the Shark"
On June 20, 1975, the summer blockbuster was born. The movie was Jaws. Forty-five years later, author DiVitto Kelly taps into the nostalgia of the mid-70s, Jaws, and the 1975 World Series with the release of his new YA novel, "Summer of the Shark." - June 22, 2020 - DiVitto Kelly
Melissa B. Receives 2 Nominations in The Josie Music Awards 2020
Billboard charted artist Melissa B. is nominated for a second consecutive year in The 2020 Josie Music Awards. - June 21, 2020 - Melissa B.
Join the Millions of Meditating Hearts on International Day of Yoga to Make Compassion Contagious
#YogaforCompassion - June 19, 2020 - Heartfulness
LoyaltyMatch Unveils New Zoom Integration Features as Venues Transform Their Businesses to Support Virtual Events
Loyalty Rewards Platform Integrated with Zoom - June 19, 2020 - LoyaltyMatch.com
Lost, The Walking Dead, Krypton Highlight New Wizard World Virtual Experiences This Month; Free Video Q&A Streamed Live on Twitch, YouTube, Facebook
Dragon Ball Z, Kato Kaelin Also Added; Fans Can Purchase Live Video Chats, Recorded Videos, Signed Photos During Events, Accessible via Dedicated Website, Social Platforms for Fans Across the Globe - June 19, 2020 - Fan Expo HQ
Indie Label "Behind the Sky" Launches Double Vinyl Compilation with Advance Funding from Sound Royalties
Ambient Music Impresario Evan Bartholomew Teams with Global Talent and Visual Artist Yoshi Sodeaka on “Portals.” - June 18, 2020 - Sound Royalties
Local Author Honored in 2020 Indie Book Awards
Local self-published author receives an international proclaimed award from Next Generation Indie Book Awards. This provides information about the award and the book, "Energy of Love - A How-To Program to Self-Empowerment and Self-Love." - June 18, 2020 - Love Just Is LLC
Pala Casino Spa Resort Announces New Outdoor Summer Concert Series
Pala Casino Spa Resort is starting three new outdoor summer concert series, beginning Sunday June 28, with concerts throughout July 4th weekend. Domingos de Musica y Baile features Latin artists of different genres, the Superstar Imposters Tribute Series features the nation's top tribute bands on select Friday nights and the Funk Funk Get Down - Big Grooves & Dance Moves will feature top R&B, soul and funk bands. - June 17, 2020 - Pala Casino Resort Spa
400 Jobs Heading to Los Angeles as Larry Flynt’s Lucky Lady Casino Announces the Need for Full and Part-Time Workers
Part of the HUSTLER® empire built by Larry Flynt, the Los Angeles casino prepares for a grand reopening in late summer 2020 with hiring to begin immediately. - June 17, 2020 - Flynt Management Group
01Familia Ltd. & Idealump Inc. to Sell the Digital Products of Japanese Female Talent Group Called "01FAMILIA EXPRESS"
01Familia Ltd. (Shinjuku, Tokyo, Yoshimi Hasegawa) and Idealump Inc. (Shibuya, Tokyo, Hidefumi Miyahara) have jointly announced today the launch of digital products e-commerce site, “01FAMILIA EXPRESS.” On this EC site, the photo albums and videos of models, actresses, and cosplayers... - June 17, 2020 - Idealump Inc.
Award-Winning Caravaggio Graphic Novel Gains Global Distribution
Worldwide release of Award-Winning Graphic Novel "Caravaggio: A Light Before the Darkness" by Ken Mora. Mora’s graphic novel biography of the renowned artist Caravaggio is now available worldwide via all major online retailers in both print and popular electronic-reader formats, as well as major physical retail storefronts. - June 16, 2020 - Bella Fe Media
Stay at Home Clubwear Looks for Digital Festival Goers and Sporting Enthusiasts
With festivals and sports events postponed or cancelled across the world due to the coronavirus pandemic, Musotica festival and sports fans are using the internet to show off their latest styles. Taking advantage of video sharing platforms including TikTok and Instagram’s IGTV, women are... - June 16, 2020 - Musotica Wear
New Book Provides High School Teachers Life-Changing Tools for Mindfulness in the Classroom
“Easy Mindfulness for Today’s Teens,” the latest book by bestselling author and children’s well-being expert, Mellisa Dormoy, is designed for High School and Middle School Teachers who want to gain a new skill set and teach teens the life-changing skills of mindfulness and meditation in the classroom. - June 16, 2020 - ShambalaKids
New Book Offers Christian Singles Godly Insight on Facing Difficult Seasons
Christian singles struggling to walk out their faith in day-to-day living are set to get a dose of encouragement from the new book, "The Good Fight: Victory is Yours." - June 16, 2020 - Shareta Green
Pauline E. Petsel Honored as a Woman of the Month for July 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Pauline E. Petsel of Greeneville, Tennessee has been honored as a Woman of the Month for July 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of literature and photography. Each month P.O.W.E.R. - June 16, 2020 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
As the QuantumThink® Bestselling Book Celebrates 9 Years of New Thinking Its Message Resonates Now More than Ever as People Seek to Make Sense of Our Crazy Chaotic Time
With the world in disarray from politics to pandemic to pandemonium on Main and Wall streets, Miami-based bestselling author, Dianne Collins is experiencing a surge of new interest in "new thinking" as she celebrates the 9-year anniversary (published June 2011) of her 8-time award-winning bestseller, "Do You QuantumThink? New Thinking That Will Rock Your World." - June 15, 2020 - QuantumThink
New Single "Going In" from Hip Hop Gospel Artist William T. Starzz
Optimus Entertainment Group (OEG) is excited to present the newest artist to its platform, William T. Starzz of Triune Movement Inc. (TMInc.) - June 15, 2020 - Optimus Entertainment Group
iPOP Alum Shameik Moore Set to Return in "Spider-man: Into the Spider-verse" Sequel
It was announced this week that plans are underway for the "Spider-man: Into the Spider-verse" Sequel. iPOP Alum, Shameik Moore is set to return. - June 15, 2020 - iPOP! LA