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Bruce Lev Releases Chill/New-Age Album "Through the Vortex - The Sedona Effect"
"Reminiscent of the Beatles in Rishikesh, India Bruce's transformation is remarkable!" - Billy Shears - May 16, 2018 - LevSongs Productions
Spectrum International 2018, the Best Paso Fino Horse-Show Returns to Miami Next Week
In less than a week one of the major events of the U.S., Paso Fino horse shows will be taking place at the Equestrian Center of the Tropical Park: Spectrum International 2018. A unique event filled with the energy and passion of our Paso Fino Horse enthusiasts! Where professional riders, breeders, and amateur horse owners meet to enjoy the brisk march and brio of more than 600 Paso Fino horses. In Miami from May 23rd to 27th at the Tropical Park - Equestrian Center. - May 16, 2018 - Florida Paso Fino Horse Association, Inc.
National Gridiron League Set to Kickoff
Driven by high-quality professional football and fueled by passion, the National Gridiron League is a twelve-team, single-entity structured league that will begin competition next spring. Fans will be able to stream NGL matchups live via the free NGL league app and Youtube while accessing... - May 16, 2018 - National Gridiron League
Reggae Fusion’s New Unique Sound: Jericho Spitz
Chicago's latest unique fusion of Hop-Hop-influenced Reggae music. - May 15, 2018 - Cadre Enterprises
Life Preservers Project Fundraiser to Benefit Survivors of Human Trafficking
9th Annual Summer Art Auction and Benefit raises awareness and funds to help combat human trafficking and the exploitation of women and girls. - May 15, 2018 - Life Preservers Project
Oscar/Emmy Winning Makeup Legend Michael Westmore is May 16 Guest of Larry "Dr. Trek" Nemecek's Spring Open House for Portal 47, a Star Trek Fan's Virtual Backstage Pass
To open up the monthly highlight of his Portal 47 fan experience for Star Trek fans, Larry "Dr. Trek" Nemecek invites all fans to register for one or two virtual, free and global "open house" guest nights a year - attend live, watch the evening online, and pre-submit questions. On May 16 at 7 pm Pacific, storied Hollywood and Star Trek makeup legend Michael Westmore is the guest for an hour or more. - May 15, 2018 - Trekland/Portal 47
Submissions Opens for the 2018 Golden State Film Festival
The Golden State Film Festival announces venue and submissions information for independent filmmakers from around the world. - May 13, 2018 - Golden State Film Festival
Inspired Living Publishing Author Patricia Young is on a Mission to Inspire Women to Break Free of Their Limiting Beliefs so They Can Live Their Best Lives
Midlife women are saying enough is enough to playing it safe and small in their lives and for settling for less than they deserve. They are waking up and breaking free of what’s holding them back from living authentically. - May 12, 2018 - Inspired Living Publishing, LLC.
The Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized is Commended by Members for the Launch of P.O.W.E.R. Magazine
P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) is commended by members for the launch of the premiere issue of P.O.W.E.R. Magazine. About Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized Magazine Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized - P.O. - May 12, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
There is No Outside the Arcane Cage
In the tradition of Jean d'Ormesson's "Glory of the Empire," the latest work by historian, Joseph H. Wycoff PhD, introduces readers to the magical "empire for liberty" that raised humankind from its preternatural state of captivity and spawned a thousand civilizations. In a... - May 11, 2018 - Historia|Research
Pazzaria Productions, Epic Fantasy Entertainment Company, Plans Cutting Edge New Project
For the first time in entertainment history, Pazzaria Productions is creating a brand new project. It is being called “A New Hub” for right now. Details are very scant at this time. It is going to involve musical elements, animation and link directly in with the mission statement... - May 11, 2018 - Pazzaria Productions
Jaxon Rigdon, AKA Attikos, Goes from ROTC to Rap to Killing Mockingbirds
Orlando resident Jaxon Rigdon grew up with dreams of becoming a Navy Seal but life pushed him in a different direction. Now he boldly announces his arrival on the hip-hop scene with the release of the booming new music video “Mockingbird,” which takes aim at being more than just another party song. The artist states, "I strive to balance easy-listening tunes with music that delivers a powerful punch with lyrical substance." - May 10, 2018 - Attikos
Baltimore Piano Phenom Josh Christina to Release Third Album Recorded at Historic Sam Phillips Recording Studio
Baltimore based piano player, songwriter and singer, Josh Christina is releasing his third album recorded at Sam Phillips Recording studio in Memphis, TN. Josh co-produced this album with two-time Grammy award winning singer/songwriter Jon Carroll. This piano driven production--drums, bass, piano, guitar, organ and lead vocals were all done live--just as it was done at Sun studios in the 50's. The music ranges from upbeat rock/pop, moving ballads to soulful blues. - May 10, 2018 - Josh Christina Music, LLC
"Lord of the Rings" Star Elijah Wood to Make First Wizard World Comic Con Appearance in Philadelphia, May 19-20
Iconic Trilogy’s "Frodo Baggins" Adds to Star Power, Joins LOTR Stars Astin, Boyd at Pennsylvania Convention Center - May 10, 2018 - Fan Expo HQ
SonoCoin Announces Appointment of Prask Sutton as Specialist Advisor
SonoCoin is pleased to announce that Prask Sutton has officially been appointed as a non-executive advisor to the SonoCoin team. Prask’s considerable experience and expertise in data-over-audio and business development will allow him to advise and support regarding the commercialization of... - May 09, 2018 - SonoCoin
VIBE Launches "Urban Asia Vol. 1" Hip Hop and Rap Compilation Series
VIBE magazine teams with Hong Kong based B2 Music to launch a new "Best of Asian Hip Hop" series. The first of its kind, "Urban Asia Vol. 1" includes hits from top Chinese superstars Jackson Wang, Higher Brothers and Edison Chen, as well as bangers from India, Japan, Korea, Thailand and Mongolia. This series captures the new Urban Asia Movement at its best. - May 09, 2018 - B2 Music
Thump Records - Making Moves and Breaking Music Barriers
The best of the best in Lowrider Jams, Old School, and Classic Oldies, Thump Records is making moves once again to stay on top of the industry and deliver the best music nationwide. After the success of Lowrider Underground Sound Vol. 1, Thump has just released Vol. 2 now available on all major... - May 09, 2018 - Thump Records
KEO Marketing Wins Three 2018 American Business Awards
KEO Marketing, Inc. announced today it won three 2018 Stevie Awards from the American Business Awards℠. The leading Phoenix B2B marketing agency won marketing campaign of the year awards for creating highly successful lead generation campaigns. - May 09, 2018 - KEO Marketing Inc
York's New Exhibition Explores "Treasures of the Continent"
The announcement of "Treasures of the Continent," an immersive mixed exhibition of paintings at York Fine Arts that explore the culture and landscape of the European mainland. - May 09, 2018 - York Fine Arts
Mike Colter, Winston Duke, John Barrowman, Billy Boyd Among Top Celebrities Scheduled to Attend Wizard World Comic Con Columbus, June 8-10
Matt Ryan, Jewel Staite, Sean Maher, Jon Heder, Holly Marie Combs Also Headline Guest Roster; Talented Comics Creators, Live Entertainment, Variety of Exhibitors, Cosplayers, Robust Programming At Greater Columbus Convention Center - May 09, 2018 - Fan Expo HQ
Freestyle Digital Media Acquires Award-Winning Indie Comedy "Quality Problems" for May 2018 Release
"A Comedy...About Cancer" Debuts on North American VOD Platforms. Freestyle Digital Media, the digital film distribution division of Byron Allen’s Entertainment Studios, has acquired North American rights for the digital debut of the cancer-themed, award-winning festival favorite "comedy," "Quality Problems." On May 8, 2018, "Quality Problems" debuts on VOD and will be available to rent and own on digital HD across North American cable, internet, and satellite platforms. DVD to follow. - May 08, 2018 - Metamorfic Productions LLC
Glendale Sunrise Rotary Presents Their Annual Memorial Day Celebration The Field of Honor and Gratitude
Glendale Sunrise Rotary invites the community to show their support and share in the temporary display of 1,000 red, white and blue American flags at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Glendale, CA during the ten days leading up to Memorial Day, May 28th, 2018. The community is encouraged to dedicate a flag... - May 08, 2018 - Glendale Sunrise Rotary
Calling All High School Athletes in San Diego County - Increase Your Chances for Scholarships to 70% and Avoid College Debt by Attending This Free Workshop
Announcing college sport scholarship recruiting event for high school student athletes Sat., May 26 at Del Mar Fairgrounds. A bonus event will be a casting call for high school athletes for a pilot reality show. - May 08, 2018 - College Coaches Connection
James C. Underwood Honored as a Professional of the Year for Two Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
James C. Underwood of Perris, California has been honored as a Professional of the Year for two consecutive years, 2017 and 2018, by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements for over 35 years in the field of photography. About James C. - May 08, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
Harrison House Publishing Announces the Release of "Seventy Years of Blackness" by Verda Byrd
As you read through this heart-warming and thought-provoking story you will get an understanding of the feeling being born white, adopted and raised by a Negro (term used on the birth record) couple and at age 70 find out you are really white. Having spent seventy years as a Negro, Verda thought, "I have been in Seventy Years of Blackness." - May 08, 2018 - Harrison House Publishing
Josef Kote in Stone Harbor Over Memorial Day Weekend - Exhibit at Ocean Galleries to Feature All New Art
Ocean Galleries kicks off Memorial Day weekend with Josef Kote, who returns to Stone Harbor, NJ for the second consecutive year, bringing a new collection of dramatic paintings, including many site-specific, nautical pieces. Guests can meet Kote at receptions from 7-10 PM on Saturday, May 26 and Sunday, May 27, 2018. “Josef Kote – Harmony in White,” opens Friday, May 25 through Monday, May 28, with all artwork available for acquisition. Exhibit hours are 10-10 Friday to Sunday, 10-5 Monday. - May 08, 2018 - Ocean Galleries
First Ladies of Disco & Huntington Symphony Orchestra Plan a Picnic with a Beat, August 18, 2018
The First Ladies of Disco Show, starring legendary dance music icons Martha Wash, Linda Clifford and Norma Jean Wright (formerly of Chic), teams with the Huntington Symphony Orchestra for a lively “Picnic with the Pops” on August 18. Disco’s original heroines will perform with the orchestra at Harris Riverfront Park in West Virginia on August 18. - May 08, 2018 - First Ladies Of Disco LLC
Lily Lisa, Philanthropist, Humanitarian Wins 2018 Producers Choice Award for Documentary Film of the Year
“As Always Stay By Me” wins second award for Lily Lisa’s work with the disenfranchised. - May 07, 2018 - Lily Lisa
NewCasinosOnline.co Comments on UK Gambling Figures
Each year, the UK Gambling Commission publishes a report of participation figures within the industry and they’ve just released the statistics for 2017. Overwhelmingly, it’s all about growth, with higher levels of gaming and stimulated numbers in the industry. Experts at New Casinos... - May 06, 2018 - NewCasinosOnline.co
Momma Lynn Records (MLR) Announces Seattle Rock and Roll Band One Gun Shy to Release Third Album Entitled "Eye of the Storm" – Summer 2018
The Seattle based Rock and Roll band, One Gun Shy, will release their third album in the Summer of 2018 through an exclusive agreement between Momma Lynn Records and Lime & Dime Records. - May 06, 2018 - Momma Lynn Entertainment
"New to the Street" Launches New Series "Companies Making America Great Again" to be Broadcast on June 3, 2018 on Fox Business Network Featuring Greenway Technologies
“New to the Street brings to the viewing audience a spectrum of companies, each on the threshold of breakthroughs in their respective markets. FMW Media Works Corp. (“New To The Street“), a leading provider of business profiles and special corporate sponsored programming will be... - May 04, 2018 - New to the Street
Tarakon Artist, CASHE "Ring the Alarm" in His Debut Hip Hop Single
The year 2016 was a memorable one for Indie Hip Hop artist, CASHE (formerly known as Cash Flizzo); that was the year he caught the attention of Multi- Platinum Selling, International Recording Artist, Kevin Lyttle and his independent label, Tarakon Records headed by CEO, Dr. Jacqueline James-Lyttle. - May 04, 2018 - Tarakon Records
New Website Markets City as Events and Sports Tourism Destination
Visit-Marlborough.com showcases Marlborough’s diverse hospitality, entertainment and venue offerings. - May 04, 2018 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation
“Spring-Time Romance” Painting by Seattle Artist Sparks Controversy
Pictures of a work of art on display at the online gallery Sea See Gallery in Seattle are sparking controversy on social media. The painting, titled, “Spring-Time Romance,” has been shocking audiences with its very graphic, disturbing, bitter take on the politics of the day with its two... - May 03, 2018 - Sea See Gallery
Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication Commends Marcia L. Goodman, Ph.D. as a Prominent Business Leader and a VIP Member
Marcia L. Goodman, Ph.D. of East Hartford, Connecticut has been commended as a Prominent Business Leader and VIP Member for 2018 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 50 years in the field of healthcare. About Marcia L. - May 03, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
Artist Creates Speed Documentary Titled "1000 Paintings" Featuring Art She Created in 2017 to Raise Awareness to Humanitarian Causes
In 2017 artist Grace Divine painted 1000 paintings the now subject of her documentary “1000 Paintings.” - May 03, 2018 - Grace Divine Gallery
New Humorous Book on Healthy Living – Just 19 Years in the Making
Love food but hate your weight? Find inspiration from a woman who persevered through nineteen years of negative body image and diet setbacks, but kept her sense of humor and came out on top. - May 02, 2018 - GreenEarth Organic Facials
Massage Therapist Isaac Mentouri Announces Doctoral Candidacy
Licensed massage therapist Isaac Mentouri (www.isaacmentouri.com/) announces that he will be working on his doctorate degree while pursuing his modeling and acting career. Mentouri is part of a chain of talent agencies in the Southeast. Mentouri primarily works in the Tennessee location. There are... - May 02, 2018 - Isaac Mentouri
Third Street Music School to Honor Grammy, Tony, & Oscar Award-Winners Rosanne Cash & Joel Grey, & Architect Byron Bell at Anniversary Benefit
Feature Performance by Cast of Broadway Musical, SpongeBob SquarePants - May 01, 2018 - Third Street Music School
Dance Music Icon Martha Wash and DO-KWA Productions Negotiating Stage Musical Adaptation of James Arena's Tribute Book, First Ladies of Disco
DO-KWA Productions, the entertainment company overseen by pop, R&B and dance music icon Martha Wash, has announced that negotiations have begun for the production of a new stage musical based on the tribute book by James Arena, First Ladies of Disco. - May 01, 2018 - DO-KWA Productions
Melvin Jackson Jr.’s for Your Emmy Consideration Campaign
Actor/Producer/Writer Melvin Jackson Jr. is being considered for two Emmys for his six episode series titled, “This Eddie Murphy Role is Mine, Not Yours.” A short film in which he pays homage to legendary comedian Eddie Murphy. The series is written by Melvin Jackson Jr & his wife... - May 01, 2018 - Melvin Jackson Jr
Schoolhouse Rock Meets Hip-Hop: Grammy Nominated Rap-Producer Rekindles the Legacy of Bob Dorough
Just as Bob Dorough passed away this week, his “I’m Just a Bill” received another few decades of life thanks to Multi-Platinum, Grammy Nominated Producer Kevin “Khao” Cates who has written a sequel to “I’m Just a Bill” in the catchy Hip-Hop style from... - May 01, 2018 - Kevin “Khao” Cates
Katherine J. Batsis Named Strathmore’s Who’s Who Professional of the Year
Katherine J. Batsis, of Greenfield, Massachusetts, has recently been honored as a Strathmore’s Who’s Who 2018 Professional of the Year for her outstanding accomplishments in Literary Arts. - May 01, 2018 - Strathmore Who's Who
K104's Skywalker Celebrates 20 Years
Hudson Valley radio personality Skywalker begins his 20th year at heritage radio station K104.7. - April 30, 2018 - SkySky Media
The Golden State Killer "Sudden Terror" by Retired Det. Larry Crompton
Retired Contra Costa County, California Sheriff's Lieutenant Larry Crompton’s hunt for the Golden State Killer in his book “Sudden Terror,” detailing the crimes of California’s most prolific serial offender. - April 30, 2018 - Sudden Terror
New Musical "New York in Chains" Opens in Hollywood Fringe Festival
In 2017 the lights went out on the statue of liberty the night before International Women Day march. (Fact) On June 3, 2018 a new musical, "New York in Chains," opens in the Hollywood Fringe Festival of plays based on the idea that the Statue of Liberty comes alive and leaves her island. - April 30, 2018 - New York in Chains
Wizard World, Columbia Pictures Begin Accepting Idea Submissions at Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con
Original IP Submissions from Attendees, Artists, Exhibitors Accepted Online Through May 10; Accepted Pitch Sessions to Occur During Event, May 17-18 at Pennsylvania Convention Center - April 29, 2018 - Fan Expo HQ
Alabama and MercyMe to Headline the 2018 Toyota Concert Series at the Crawford County Fair
Crawford County Fair is excited to welcome the legendary band Alabama and Christian bands MercyMe and Tenth Avenue North for this year’s Toyota Concert Series. Alabama will headline Country Night on August 22 and MercyMe featuring Tenth Avenue North will perform during Christian Night on... - April 28, 2018 - Crawford County Fair
Female Filmmakers Respond to Cosby Conviction
The filmmakers of "Lady Hunters," a short film about three moms who become a vigilante death squad, respond to Bill Cosby's conviction on sexual assault charges. - April 27, 2018 - Plaid Dog LLC
Boston Photographer Receives International Attention
Documentary photographer Steven Edson was selected for his winning image in the 2018 Communications Arts Photography Annual competition. Of the 3,401 entries to the 59th Photography Annual, only 127 were accepted, representing the work of 123 photographers, making the Photography Annual the most exclusive major photography competition in the world. - April 27, 2018 - Steven Edson Photography