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Arts and entertainment news covering the visual and performing arts, including photography, books and publishing, electronic games, events and concerts, movies, music, television and radio as well as information, products and services pertaining to arts and entertainment industry professionals.
Santa Cruz, California Locals Create Website for Turning Thoughts Into Action
ManifestDesk.com, a place to anonymously send manifestations out into the world wide web, has posted record growth in visitors, users, and most importantly -- Manifests. The number of visitors to the website has been growing steadily since it’s May 2012 launch. Through the massive support of family, friends, and strangers worldwide, this innovative website is proving to be a viable force in the world of social networking. - August 01, 2012 - ManifestDesk.com
Star Trek, Ghostbusters, Star Wars Groups Boost Wizard World Chicago Comic Con For Fans
Fan groups representing TV, movie and comic franchises, charities and other interests will attend Wizard World Chicago Comic Con at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, August 9-12. - August 01, 2012 - Fan Expo HQ
Red Flush Casino UK Launches
There is a new Red Flush Casino created especially for English gamers. Come and see what all the fuss is about. - July 31, 2012 - Red Flush Online Casino
The C.R. Ecker Band "Bushwacked Song" Works Its Way Up to Gain Recognition, Now Ready to Make Mainstream American Radio After One Year on the Internet
This song, lamenting the lingering economic malaise in America, quickly found an audience in over 20 countries via Internet radio during its first year. But not in the U.S. That will change in early August, one year after its release date, with a move into traditional American radio on KMEM, Memphis, which bills itself "the cradle of rock and roll." - July 31, 2012 - Charles R. Ecker
Tango Lovers (Enamorados del Tango) Performs in New York and South Florida
International Tango sensation comes to South Florida and New York. - July 31, 2012 - Tango Lovers
UAE Exchange Enter ‘n Win Contest Winner to Get Sony PlayStation
UAE Exchange, presents Enter ‘n win contest, for its Facebook fans offering four winners, a Portable Sony PlayStation each. - July 31, 2012 - UAE Exchange
MyReviewsNow.net Adds Vintage Music Collectibles Superstore Wolfgang’s Vault to Virtual Mall
Consumer Reviews and Online Mega-Mall MyReviewsNow.net’s Newest Affiliate Partner Wolfgang’s Vault Offers the Ultimate in Music Collectibles and Memorabilia. WVIP Members get Discounts and Extras included in the membership fee. - July 30, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
Photo Exhibit That Offers Diverse Portrait of African-American Young Men to Open in Philadelphia
On Friday, August 3, 2012, the groundbreaking photographic exhibit "By the Content of My Character: Portraits of African-American Young Men" will open in Philadelphia, PA. Fueled by the killing of Trayvon Martin, the exhibit offers a diverse and positive profile of young African-American men through photos, challenging the irrationality of the stigma often associated with them. - July 30, 2012 - Denise Allen
Photographer/Author/Film-maker Frank Lisciandro Joins The Rare Collections
Frank Lisciandro, noted photographer, author and film-maker is the latest artist to select The Rare Collections to help represent his 1960’s Rock and Roll themed Fine Art Photography to collectors in the United States and Worldwide. Frank Lisciandro, Jim Morrison and Ray Manzarek met while... - July 30, 2012 - The Rare Collections
New Blog Puts Parenting in Proper Context
New blog for any parent who is a little less than perfect. - July 29, 2012 - Less Than Perfect Parents
Audiobrain to Provide Full Music Resources for NBC Olympics' Coverage of the London 2012 Olympic Games
Music supervision, content development and system management enable NBC with extensive music resources and capabilities during coverage of the London Olympics, July 27, 2012 - August 12, 2012 - July 29, 2012 - Audiobrain LLC
The Pacific Horticulture Society Breaks New Ground Online and in Print
Quarterly journal and society website are both updated to provide years of invaluable gardening resources to new readers across desktop and mobile devices. - July 28, 2012 - Pacific Horticulture Society
Heroes of the World, Unite in Play
Veteran toy developers, Go, Go, Dynamo!, are harnessing the power of Kickstarter to crowd fund the first line of action figures that teach kids about diverse cultures through great play and magical stories. This knowledge fosters a mutual understanding between people of unfamiliar backgrounds and cultures. - July 28, 2012 - Go Go Dynamo
Barbara Lapino Balentine Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Barbara Lapino Balentine, of Ponchatoula, Louisiana, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Motion Pictures. About Barbara Lapino Balentine Barbara Lapino Balentino, of Barbara Lapino Balentine... - July 28, 2012 - Strathmore Who's Who
New Documentary Highlights the Importance of Perseverance in Scientific Discovery and Innovation
New science and history film chronicles the birth of astrophysics and the invention of flight, narrated by actor David Conrad, and featuring interviews with astrophysicist Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson and historian Dr. Tom Crouch. - July 27, 2012 - Dan Handley Science Media, LLC
Fresh Face Model Brandi Nicole Announced as June ModelLauncher.com Winner
June Winner Earns Her Shot at Stardom via New Online Modeling Contest - July 27, 2012 - Beautiful Planning Marketing & PR
Carolina Designer Craftsmen Guild Appoints New Show Manager for 2012 Event
North Carolina Annual Final Designer Crafts Show Hires Tracy Adams as Show Manager. - July 27, 2012 - Carolina Designer Craftsman Guild
Lights, Camera, Action Fashion and Talent Show! Aug. 19th at Major Events 5075 Lancaster Ave Phila, PA 19131. Starts 7pm. 1st Step in the Community to Take Back Our Youth
In light of all the violence amongst our youth, Common Ground Entertainment/Toxic Inc is taking their first step in the community to “Taking Back our Youth.” Such community events as this, add discipline and shows the way to success for many of our young adults that saw only a dead end to which their talent could go. They will use their energy creatively to convey their thoughts and feelings, and with this show, that is what Common Ground Entertainment intends to help them do! - July 26, 2012 - Common Ground Entertainment
QuadLook Pioneers “Four Dimensional Search”
Pretty much everyone uses classic Google or Bing. One company however is creating an entirely different way to find information on the internet. Toronto based company, rolled out a beta version of the secretly developed new search experience which has people buzzing. - July 26, 2012 - TTP Logic Group Inc
Celebrating 11 Years: Local Celebrities Cook to Benefit Children
Spaulding for Children will be celebrating its 11th Annual Dave Thomas Celebrity Cookoff fundraiser at the Benihana restaurant in Troy at 1985 W. Big Beaver Road on Tuesday, August 14, 2012. The chef’s training will take place Tuesday, August 7, 2012 at 6 p.m. at Benihana. Both the event and the chef’s practice session are open to the media. Pete Thomas, NBC’s “The Biggest Loser” Season 2 At-Home Winner, is this year’s guest host, he is also a former foster child and is available for interviews. - July 26, 2012 - Spaulding for Children
Women on the Verge Joins Forces with THAT Magazine for Women to Bring Publication to Print Nationwide
New bimonthly will benefit from bloggers’ talent and followers - July 26, 2012 - Women on the Verge
Online Travel Agent MyReviewsNow.net Adds RUI Resorts to Airline Travel and Destinations Portal
MyReviewsNow.net’s Welcomes Affiliate Partner RUI Resorts to its Virtual Mall. Shoppers can Now Save on Over 100 Spectacular Hotels and Resorts Around the World. - July 25, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
Hawaii Film Partners’ Feature Film “You May Not Kiss The Bride,” Written & Directed by Rob Hedden, to Premiere in Hawaii on August 31st, and Nationally on September 21st
A Red Carpet premiere with Cast Members is set for Wednesday, August 29th, at Consolidated Ward 16 Theatres in Honolulu, followed by a private after-party at Vice Nightclub. - July 25, 2012 - Hawaii Film Partners
Introducing Prelude: The First Affordable App for Musicians
Introducing Prelude, an affordable, entry-level app that enables musicians to upload music, photographs, video, news, social media feeds and tour info and get into the App store in a month or less. - July 25, 2012 - Prelude
Jumping Pages Releases “The House that Went on Strike” Interactive Book App for iPad
Legendary House "mom", former Congresswoman and presidential candidate Pat Schroeder narrates "The House that Went on Strike", an original rhyming, interactive and musical story for the iPad that teaches kids (and their parents) respect for the household. Schroeder leads a modern day movement of a house and its appliances going on strike against its errant family to win respect! - July 25, 2012 - Jumping Pages
Author Barbara Barnett Now Booking for Speaking Engagements and Writing Expertise
Barnett’s services include topics on pop culture, current affairs and technology. - July 25, 2012 - Barbara Barnett
Larry Ivkovich, Author of The Sixth Precept, to be Guest and Panelist at Confluence 2012 in Pittsburgh, PA.
Larry Ivkovich, author of The Sixth Precept, will be a guest and panelist at Confluence 2012, the 24th annual Pittsburgh science fiction conference. He'll also be selling his novel in the Dealers Room all weekend. - July 25, 2012 - Larry Ivkovich
EP Connects Develops “Escape To Sleep” Website to Promote New Natural Sleep Remedy from Aqua Smart
Aqua Smart, a new company created by world-renowned perfumist, aroma-therapist and certified herbalist Geraldine O’Keefe, has launched www.EscapetoSleep.com to introduce her new Escape to Sleep™ natural remedy to the approximately 71 million Americans, who regularly suffer from sleep... - July 25, 2012 - EP Connects
New Website Revealing the Untold Secrets of Millionaires Finally Launched
Wealth creation myths finally debunked. - July 25, 2012 - Unmasking the Millionaires
Tucson Produced Web TV Show Cowtown Gypsy Cinema Launches
Jean Jessup Productions is proud to announce its launching of the comedic Web TV show Cowtown Gypsy Cinema. The show focuses on showcasing local and independent productions varying in length and subject. The show just launched on blip.tv July 9th, 2012 and has been received enthusiastically by the film community. - July 25, 2012 - Jean Jessup Productions, Inc.
"Vampire Diaries,'' "NCIS," Stan Lee, Jon Bernthal, "Star Trek" Captains Q&A's, Evening Parties to Highlight Wizard World Chicago Comic Con Programming
Interactive "Vampire Diaries," "NCIS," Stan Lee, Jon Bernthal Q&A's, evening parties, kids activities and more highlight programming offerings at Wizard World Chicago Comic Con, August 9-12 at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. - July 25, 2012 - Fan Expo HQ
Barry Sankey Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Barry Sankey, of Collegeville, Pennsylvania, has recently been recognized as a Round Table member and a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Journalism. About Barry Sankey Barry Sankey is a Sports... - July 25, 2012 - Strathmore Who's Who
Musotica’s Crochet Swimwear Continues Summer Ascent with Real Housewives Star Marysol Patton Sighting on Miami Beach
The celebrities and exclusive beach locations may vary, but there’s a constant theme sifting through the sands of this year’s summer fashion season – crochet swimwear. With the latest sighting of Real Housewives of Miami star Marysol Patton’s showing off a Musotica.com coral crochet one piece with peak-a-boo openings on an English website – the crochet swimwear revival worldwide appears to be heating up. - July 25, 2012 - Musotica Wear
Adventure, Adversity, Perseverance, and Voodoo: Documentary About Underdog African Team Vying to Reach World Cup Premieres on Fox Soccer
“Laduma! Benin’s Journey” documentary film premieres on August 12, 2012. Laduma Inc. announces that its documentary feature film “Laduma! Benin’s Journey” will premiere on Fox Soccer channel on Sunday August 12 at 7 p.m. ET (4 p.m. PT). Fox Soccer is the... - July 24, 2012 - Laduma Inc.
Hollywood Healer Helps Superstars at Unique Mountain Healing Retreat in Big Bear, CA
Hollywood celebrities are heading to the hills for a mountain healing retreat in Big Bear, CA with Reiki therapist & Jin Shin Jyutsu practitioner, Dixie Madden. The unique experience takes them into a new realm on top of a crystal mountain that amplifies healing, relaxation & rejuvenation. - July 24, 2012 - Reiki Jin Shin Jyutsu by Dixie Madden
SurviveDoomsday2012 Presents a Unique Marketing Opportunity for Businesses
SurviveDoomsday2012.com is a newly launched website that lets individuals reserve spots on a "spaceship." The website also allows businesses to become sponsors and promote their products and services. - July 21, 2012 - SurviveDoomsday2012
Intermedia Touch Takes Casino Winning to a Totally Groovy Level in This New Sgt. Powers Touch-Screen Game….. Yeah Baby
Intermedia Touch creates another dynamic touch-screen promotion cleverly named as Sgt. Powers. Off the premise of the ever-so-popular, Austin Powers, comes this new hit promotion that is beyond groovy. In this virtual game player’s will choose from a pool party scene, an evil lair, and a far... - July 21, 2012 - Intermedia Touch
TheTop10.com Staff Features Favorite Chicago and Chicagoland Deals
From sushi to spa getaways, TheTop10.com’s most recent deals list pays homage to its staff’s favorite Chicago and Chicagoland deals. - July 20, 2012 - TheTop10.com
Gebert Art LLC Website Offers Downloadable Art of Roland
Gebert Art LLC has launched this week offering downloadable works of Roland. This custom website is geared for everyone who loves abstract art. Greg Angelos creative director explains, "What Gebert Art offers is an opportunity for lovers of Roland to be able to download his works, to transfer... - July 20, 2012 - Gebert Art LLC
The Gallery Announces New Full-Length Album, Fundraising Project
Wilbraham-founded Rock/Indie-Folk band, The Gallery, has announced plans for its second full-length studio album. The record is set to be recorded this August with producer/engineer Warren Huart, at Swing House Studios in Los Angeles, California. The band is offering the opportunity to help fund the record in exchange for exclusive content and merchandise. Visit http://www.indiegogo.com/thegallery to contribute. - July 19, 2012 - The Gallery
Young Celebs Team Up for Charity Soccer at Chance to Play 2012
Young celebs from Disney and Nickelodeon are teaming up in a charity soccer game to help disadvantaged youth. Guests will have the chance to watch some of the favorite young stars in action 10 am to 3pm August 5, 2012 at Cromwell Field at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, CA. Games, food, prize raffle and other fun activities round out the day of good will charity with all proceeds going to FUNDaFIELD and Toy Box of Hope. - July 19, 2012 - Toy Box of Hope
Laurence Steenbergen Speaking Language of Form and Color at Agora Gallery
Chelsea’s Agora Gallery will feature the original work of South Korean artist, Laurence Steenbergen in Degrees of Abstraction. - July 19, 2012 - Agora Gallery
Teen Girls from Different US Cities and Cultural Backgrounds Create Their Own TV Talk Show Using Internet Technology
"What Girls Think!" explores topics important to female teens and young women; Series to air weekly on FirstRun.tv Network. - July 19, 2012 - FirstRun.tv Network
Deals Magazine Uses New Billboard to Advertise Free Business Seminar
Campaign targets I-90 commuters in Deals Magazine’s hometown and invites local business owners to a free seminar. - July 19, 2012 - Deals Magazine
Player Scores More Than £100 000 Casino Winnings
There were plenty of smiles at Red Flush Casino last week – some as big as £100 000. - July 18, 2012 - Red Flush Online Casino
Growing Old? New Exercise Quickly Restores Long Lost Muscle and Energy.
This video is of a painless new cardio exercise developed by Body Oars inventor Craig Wise (Google "world's greatest workout device"). This wet method "the Robot," needs no equipment yet conditions almost every muscle in the body, with less joint and spinal compression than standing still. It is amazing for restoring long lost muscle in a big hurry. This exercise is one of many new "boneless" exercises in Wise's new fitness manual, which he sells for $4,860. - July 18, 2012 - High Efficiency Fitness Company
Per Diem to Donate Dinner Proceeds and Executive Chef’s Hair to Wigs for Kids on July 24
Per Diem, an upscale restaurant in the Financial District serving Italian-inspired fare with a Californian twist, invites patrons for dinner and drinks on the evening of Tuesday, July 24 to benefit Wigs for Kids. Per Diem will be donating 25 percent of sales from the restaurant and is offering $50 gift certificates to anyone who donates their hair to the charity. Per Diem is located at 43 Sutter Street (@ Sansome), call for reservations: (415) 989-0300. - July 18, 2012 - Per Diem
“.COM, .NET, .INFO, .BIZ, .ORG Domains Now Below SGD2.00,” Says Exabytes Singapore
Exabytes Network (Singapore) Pte. Ltd., a leading web hosting provider today announced its biggest reduction in first year registration fees for top-level domains (TLDs) such as .com, .net, .info, .org and .biz below the market price at SGD1.99. Currently serving more than 60,000 clients in over... - July 18, 2012 - Exabytes Network (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.
EquiSight Jockey Cam Event at Canterbury Park
EquiSight Jockey Cam Event at Canterbury Park will offer fans the fascinating look from the riders’ point of view. - July 18, 2012 - Wasabi Ventures, LLC.
Death Simulation Ride at California State Fair
A new ride is stirring up some fears among fairgoers at the California State Fair. The ride, which simulates being Buried Alive, features movement, sounds, and smells. - July 18, 2012 - Fright Planet Park