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Introducing 14 Year Old Pop Vocal Powerhouse Estacia, Which Submitted Her First Album Titled, I Am Estacia to the 60th Grammy® Awards for a Nomination Consideration
Rising teen Pop Artist Estacia, releases her first album, I Am Estacia, on her fourteenth birthday, July 5, 2017. The album includes a remix of her first single “Speak to Me,” released in 2016 and written by her, and includes another seven original songs co-written with her producer, Grammy® Award Winning participant, and Latin Grammy® Nominee Pianist, Lannie Battistini. Her Label, Hands In Motion Music submitted her album to the 60th Grammy® Awards for a Nomination Consideration. - July 18, 2017 - Hands in Motion Music & Marketing
Draft2Digital Partners with Findaway Voices for Indie Audiobooks
Today marks the launch of a partnership between publishing aggregator, Draft2Digital, and audiobook production service, Findaway Voices. The partnership opens opportunities for independent authors and publishers to easily produce and distribute audiobooks to over 170 markets, including Amazon’s Audible and Apple iTunes. Indie authors can now produce and publish audiobooks with many of the same advantages gained from independent eBook publishing. - July 18, 2017 - Draft2Digital
Martina Sykes’ The heART Mission Partners with Bay Area Studios Foundation for Community Outreach and Panel Discussion
The heART Mission is teaming up with St. Petersburg, Florida’s Bay Area Studios Foundation for an entertainment industry discussion. - July 18, 2017 - Bay Area Studios Foundation
Stellar Scholars Introduces Stellar Novellas: The Little Book Publisher Who Could
Nothing seems impossible for the small, but dynamic collective of professionals sponsoring academic achievement called Stellar Scholars. Books, of course, are a natural offshoot of their high school- and college-level literary competitions and for their free story links to readers' loved ones from Stellar Romance and Saints and Scholars. - July 18, 2017 - Stellar Scholars
A Festival Honoring the Prince of Travelers
Now on its second year, the International Festival of Ibn Battuta pays tribute to the legendary Ibn Battuta, hailed today as the Prince of Travelers. The festival honoring Ibn Battuta’s legacy relives the journey he undertook seven centuries ago across many predominantly Muslim countries. - July 17, 2017 - Ibn Battuta
National American Miss State Finalist
Miss Josie Cabrera will be competing in the National American Miss Junior Teen Division as a State Finalist held on July 30th, 2017 at the beautiful Indian Wells Resort in Indian Wells, CA. - July 17, 2017 - National American Miss State Finalist, Josie Cabrera
Festivals of Speed Expands Into Georgia with Inaugural Alpharetta Event. 150+ Exotic Cars and Motorcycles Set for Display.
The inaugural Festivals of Speed at Avalon in Alpharetta, Georgia is set for Sunday, October 8th Over 150+ exotic cars and motorcycles are expected for display on the boulevard. Automotive manufacturer Ferrari which is celebrating a 70-year anniversary will be a featured marque. In addition, the Porsche 928 model which also has it’s 40-year anniversary will be spotlighted as well. - July 17, 2017 - Festivals of Speed
Tres Chic Event Planning & Design Receives 2017 Best of Miramar Award
Miramar Award Program Honors the Achievement. - July 15, 2017 - Tres Chic Event Planning & Design
The Rules of Acquisition Podcast Goes Full Bearded Sisko with Season 4 of Deep Space Nine
Television Podcast enters important milestone. - July 15, 2017 - The Rules of Acquisition
Basic Invite Launches LDS Specific Baptism Invitations
Basic Invite now offers instantly customizable LDS baptism invitations with real-time previews. - July 14, 2017 - Basic Invite
Momma Lynn Management (MLM) Announces Seattle Based Rock and Roll Band, One Gun Shy, Has Joined the Momma Lynn Family of Companies
Momma Lynn Management announces the Seattle based Rock and Roll band, One Gun Shy, has joined the Momma Lynn family of companies and will release their third album, "Zombie" through a partnership with Pacific Northwest Independent Record Labels, Momma Lynn Records and Lime & Dime Records. - July 14, 2017 - Momma Lynn Entertainment
IndieGo Publishing New Book Release: "The Greensboro Blockhouse Project: an Historical and Archaeological Investigation in Greensboro, Vermont"
IndieGo Publishing is proud to announce the release of its newest published book, "The Greesnboro Blockhouse Project: An Historical and Archaeological Investigation in Greensboro, Vermont," a work of historical and archaeological nonfiction based on the history and excavation of a Revolutionary War-era military blockhouse built under the orders of Gen. George Washington. - July 14, 2017 - INDIEGO Publishing
World Model Expo 2017 Chicago Labeled a Huge Success
The triennial World Model Expo 2017 wrapped up on Sunday July 9, 2017 after a busy week of events as the over 2000 people composed of exhibitors, vendors and attendees who gathered from all over the globe came together for a few days to experience the world in miniature. - July 14, 2017 - Military Miniature Society of Illinois
Six WWE® Superstars Added to 20th Wizard World Comic Con Chicago, August 24-26
Roman Reigns™, Alexa Bliss™, Kevin Owens®, Charlotte Flair™ and The Hardy Boyz™ to Appear at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center - July 14, 2017 - Fan Expo HQ
Energy Muse Releases Pre-Order for New Book on July 15th
Pre-Ordered Copies of "Crystal Muse: Everyday Rituals to Tune into the Real You" Will Include Five Bonus Gifts - July 13, 2017 - Energy Muse
Ocean Galleries Hosts Romero Britto for First Time Exhibition in Southern New Jersey
Ocean Galleries welcomes world-renowned pop artist, Romero Britto, for his first ever exhibition in Stone Harbor, NJ. “Romero Britto – Brilliant World of Color” will include an impressive collection of artwork and sculptures on display beginning Friday, August 4 through Tuesday, August 8, 2017. Guests can meet the enthusiastic and optimistic Romero Britto at specially gallery receptions taking place 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM on Saturday, August 5 and 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Sunday, August 6. - July 13, 2017 - Ocean Galleries
Composer Gabriel Dib Talks About His Creative Process After Winning the Portuguese-Brazilian Award, an International Award
Award Winning composer arrived in Los Angeles in 2013 and since then has written music for 15 TV shows including Castle (ABC), The Family (ABC), Criminal Minds and Criminal Minds Beyond Borders (CBS), as well as studio and indie feature films. - July 13, 2017 - Original Music by Gabriel Dib
Rackfest, Inc. Partners with Duke & Sterling in Business Development Deal
Rackfest, Inc., an Internet Marketplace that connects fans to celebrities, announced a partnership with Duke and Sterling, LLC (Duke & Sterling), a Houston based entertainment and management firm. Duke & Sterling will initially provide business development services for Rackfest. Rackfest... - July 13, 2017 - Duke & Sterling
New Western Web Series from Deadwood Cast, Starring Garret Dillahunt, Sean Bridgers
Travelin' Productions' Arkansas Traveler web series unravels the enigmatic journey of Wayland McGlowhorn, Starring Garret Dillahunt, Angela Bettis, and Sean Bridgers. A mini-series in six parts, Arkansas Traveler is a gritty, dark adventure into the life and mind of a man released by forces beyond his ken from the grip of the bloody last days of the American Civil War. - July 13, 2017 - Travelin' Productions
Columbia Based Owner Opens 2nd Casual Pint in Lexington South Carolina
Doug Harmon, owner of The Casual Pint in the Vista section of Columbia, will open his second location in Lexington this Friday. - July 12, 2017 - The Casual Pint
Carolyn J. Matheny Honored as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Carolyn J. Matheny of Thonotosassa, Florida has been honored as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding achievements and high level of success for over 30 years in the field of publishing. About Carolyn J. Matheny Ms. Matheny is the Owner of CJ's... - July 12, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
“The Missing Digit” Celebrates 5 Very Funny Years Online
“The Missing Digit” Comic Strip marks another major milestone as it celebrates 5 years of being online at www.TheMissingDigit.com. - July 12, 2017 - The Missing Digit
Flipagram Emerges Post-Acquisition, Courting Top Influencers at Exclusive Events
Flipagram, a global video community, offers a host of creative tools and effects plus more than 40 million free, licensed song clips for creators to use with their videos. Prior to its acquisition by Bytedance, the company had already grown to more than 200 million users. - July 12, 2017 - Flipagram
Mel Sturr of DynamicDuos.com Interviewed in the Latest Issue in SciFi Magazine
Article Titled “Matches Made in Superhero Heaven” by Jeff Berkwits. - July 11, 2017 - The Dynamic Duos
Journalist Ned Madden Announces "The Catalina Triangle" - Third Installment in California "South Coast Trilogy"
“The Catalina Triangle,” the third part of journalist Ned Madden’s “South Coast Trilogy,” explores the mysterious 1,200-sq.-mi. area off the coast of Southern California between the City of Dana Point and Santa Catalina and San Clemente islands. Native peoples occupied the islands for ten thousand years, but the arrival of Europeans in the 16th century ended that way of life. Today, Catalina is a famous tourist destination and San Clemente an off-limits military combat training ground. - July 11, 2017 - Madden Communications
PanIQ Room and Hard Knocks Partner in Nashville, TN
PanIQ Room is proud to announce the joint venture of two pillars in the family entertainment industry between PanIQ Room and Hard Knocks. Coming soon to the Hard Knocks location in Nashville, TN will be the addition of a PanIQ Room. - July 10, 2017 - PanIQ Room Houston LLC
Val Kilmer, Alan Tudyk, Charisma Carpenter, Nichelle Nichols Among Top Celebrities Scheduled to Attend Wizard World Comic Con Nashville, September 8-10
Steve Blum, Kevin Conroy, Jason Mewes, Dean Cain Also Headline Guest Roster to Date; Talented Comics Creators, Live Entertainment, Variety of Exhibitors, Cosplayers, Robust Programming at Music City Center - July 10, 2017 - Fan Expo HQ
Helping Artists Become More Profitable and Successful, The Artists’ Cadre Set to Launch in Venice
Many artists are frustrated, even intimidated by the skill and psychological gaps between creating art and selling that art at a profit. The Artists Cadre exists to close those gaps. Dubbed “The RE,” it has a simple mission: to encourage artists and to help them become more profitable and successful. It launches that mission in Venice on Thursday. - July 10, 2017 - The Artists Cadre
MoneyTree Asia Pacific Launches Financial Profiling Tool for Kids
MoneyTree Asia Pacific Pte Ltd has announced the launching of its Financial Aptitude & Success Traits (FAST) Index - the first Financial Profiling tool targeting kids measures 3 important areas of a child’s Financial Intelligence makeup: Financial Knowledge, Money Habitudes & Peer Pressure Defence. - July 09, 2017 - MoneyTree
"smART: A Collaboration of High-End Art and Energy Efficiency" – Featuring an Art Exhibition in a Currently Listed Luxury Net Zero Energy Estate
Nick Sadek Sotheby’s International Realty, ARTHOUSE Gallery and Sparrow Gallery are proud to present an evening event “smART – a collaboration of high-end art and energy efficiency” at a Custom Contemporary Net Zero Energy Estate in Sacramento, Friday, July 14, 2017 @... - July 08, 2017 - Nick Sadek Sotheby's Interntional Realty
Country Music's Sister Duo, Presley & Taylor, Join Buddy Lee Attraction's Roster
Country Music’s hot, new, sister duo, Presley & Taylor, have joined the dynamic roster of Buddy Lee Attractions-Nashville, earlier this week July 5, 2017. Joining Buddy Lee Attractions has paved the way for country music fans across the country to experience the live energy and neo-traditional sound that has made Presley & Taylor the highlight of fairs and festivals in the northeast. - July 07, 2017 - Presley & Taylor
Theatre Arts Academy Presents Inaugural Production of Beauty and the Beast JR
Sudbrink Performance Academy brings new life to the "tale as old as time" - tickets on sale now at sudbrinkacademy.com - July 07, 2017 - Sudbrink Performance Academy
Paint & Eat for the Homeless
Above Art Studios and L.O.V.E Movement's mission is to feed and inspire the next Basquat who was a famous artist whose painting sold for millions in a recent auction. Many of our disenfranchised people are lost with no hope. "We believe rather than giving a dollar and moving on with our busy life, offer an alternative," says Mr. Charles of Above Art Studios. - July 07, 2017 - Above Art Studios
WWE® Superstar AJ Styles™ Added to Wizard World Comic Con Columbus, August 4
"The Phenomenal One" Returns to Wizard World at Greater Columbus Convention Center for Friday Appearance - July 07, 2017 - Fan Expo HQ
Epiphany Ai Launches Their Self-Serve Advertising & Publishing Platform
Epiphany Ai Launches a Self-Serve Advertising & Publishing Platform and RTB Marketplace. The new Epiphany Ai self-service publishing and advertising platform is designed to make life easier for both publishers and advertisers, by providing a unified, transparent, end-to-end solution for both the supply and demand side. - July 06, 2017 - EpiphanyAi
Momma Lynn Records (MLR), Announces Pacific Northwest Band, Cryptamnesia, Has Joined the Momma Lynn Family of Bands and Artists
Momma Lynn Records (MLR) announces Pacific Northwest area band, Cryptamnesia, has joined the Momma Lynn family of music and will be entering the studio this Summer with a planned Fall 2017 release. - July 06, 2017 - Momma Lynn Entertainment
Lemonade and Lafter - Hottest Divorce Event in Los Angeles
Divorce Meet & Mingle: Lemonade & Lafter Meet & mingle event with drinks, giveaways, divorce-prov, and book signing Friday, July 21, 6:00pm – 8:00pm Venue | The Museum of Broken Relationships, 6751 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028 Tickets: $26, includes 1 drink ticket and... - July 06, 2017 - Tiffany Ann Beverlin
Ex Catholic Provides Materials for Catholics from EvangelicalOutreach.org
"Good News For Catholics" contains five of the most important spiritual truths that Catholics need to know, according to ex-Catholic Brother Dan Corner of EvangelicalOutreach.org. With 1.3 billion Catholics scattered throughout the world and 23% of the United States population, this gospel tract has incredible potential for the good of their eternal souls. - July 05, 2017 - Evangelical Outreach
Love Versus Baseball: A Game of Balls and Strikes; Stellar Scholars Ask "True Love: Romance or Baseball?"
The answer, of course, is "yes," laughs Stellar Scholars Roundtable Editor Francis Dattilo who daily compiles the group's analytics (including site visits) at three o'clock California time. "On a given night our Saints and Scholars satellite site can easily best our love story site... - July 05, 2017 - Stellar Scholars
Captain Blimey is Going to Conduct Largest Ever Worldwide Digital Treasure Hunt This July
Captain Blimey World's 1st Virtual Treasure Hunt Game Presents Worldwide Treasure Hunt on 22nd July - July 05, 2017 - Captain Blimey
Indie Music Artist Michael Quest Releases His First EP, Time Bomb
Michael Quest releases his first EP containing three original guitar-driven songs. The project features a Pop/Rock, Acoustic/Rock and re-released Blues/Rock song. - July 04, 2017 - Michael Quest
Can You Escape? Earns 2017 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
Tampa's largest and highest rated escape room, Can You Escape? has received TripAdvisor's highest honor, a Certificate of Excellence, based on reviews submitted by guests to the establishment. - July 04, 2017 - Can You Escape?
New MyBurger App Partners with 464 and Shaka Shack Burgers in Los Angeles
MyBurger, the custom burger builder app, has partnered with 464 and Shaka Shack Burgers in Los Angeles as the first two flagship restaurants to adopt the made-to-order burger technology. To announce this new partnership, MyBurger launched an alternative fact-based campaign just in time for 4th of July: "Declare Your Independence from Boring Burgers!" - July 03, 2017 - Custom Food Creations, Inc
Prime Day Alert: Tech Blog lonelybrand Releases Revised List of Wireless Earbuds for Best Battery Life Now Available on Amazon.com
Online shopper alert: Just in time for Amazon’s largest Prime Day in history, tech review blog lonelybrand has released a list of wireless earbuds for best battery life. Out of over 45 products reviewed, only four Bluetooth earbuds were selected for best in category distinction. Consumers are advised to watch for flash sales leading into and during Prime Day. - July 03, 2017 - lonelybrand
Stanley Yokell, Author Announces Publication of Becoming American by Outskirts Press
Becoming American is a historical novel that captures the immigration of a Russian family to escape Tsarist restrictions and the growth of a descendant to becom an American of the Greatest Generation. - July 03, 2017 - Stanley Yokell, Author
Centurion Yakshagana Exponent Kadandelu Purushothama Bhat Remembered on His Death Anniversary
Kadandelu Purushothama Bhat Thenkuthittu Yakshagana Protsaha Samsthe, Kateel, as part of its ongoing charitable activities, has sponsored / facilitated the tuition on Thenkuthittu Yakshagana by the reigning Sthree Vesha Expert, Yaksha Shata, Master Ravi Alavero for 5 deserving children for one year. - July 03, 2017 - Kadandelu Purushothama Bhat Thenkuthittu Yakshagana Protasah Samsthe, Kateel
Next Animation Studio Launches nxTOONS Platform for Kids
Next Animation Studio (NAS) today announced the launch of nxTOONS, its new digital platform for original kids content and edutainment. As part of the launch, NAS debuted the new nxTOONS animated series Out of This Word, available exclusively on YouTube. Out of this Word follows two adopted... - July 02, 2017 - Next Animation Studio
KiloGear Launches New Fitness Gear for Young Athletes at North American Irish Dance Championships
Debuting at the 2017 North American Irish Dance Championships in New Orleans, KiloGear CUT helps young athletes train their entire bodies while they concentrate on mastering their overall performance. KiloGear CUT is designed in partnership with professional athletes and doctors and has been endorsed by Chloey Turner and Kincaid Stringer, both dancers of the Grammy award winning and international phenomenon Riverdance. Chloey is currently the Principal lead dancer in Riverdance. - July 01, 2017 - KiloGear
July 4th Event by Muslims for America and Center for Pluralism
"Muslims have been contributors towards the well being of the United States of America from the very beginning, since the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 1776," says Mike Ghouse, President of the Center for Pluralism. - July 01, 2017 - Center for Pluralism
Brothers United: Batman and Hammer Forged in St. Elmo’s Fire Metal
Brothers Jeff and Kelley Jones are teaming up. Kelley is DC Artist for Batman and The Hammer. Jeff is guitarist and songwriter for the band St. Elmos Fire. The bands new album includes a song based on Kelley Jones character named The Hammer. - July 01, 2017 - St. Elmo's Fire