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Jason Brock Releases New Single by Planting Trees Instead of Dropping NFTs
The cryptocurrency craze is great for artists and musicians, but bad for the environment. - May 11, 2021 - Ventura Artists' Union
Alisha Liston Releases Music to Help Youth Cope
Alisha Liston releases Hourglass, the first song on her upcoming EP, to streaming media. Hourglass is a song about persevering through difficult situations whether it's dealing with a broken relationship, loss of a loved one or just making it through finals week. It's about knowing no matter what... - May 07, 2021 - Alisha Liston Music
One Kay is Pushing Himself Through the Music Industry Independently with No Label Help
One Kay, born Dontavious Hubbard, moved from Chicago to Atlanta at an early age with his siblings and mother, who was in search of a better and safer life for her children. While she thought this would be the case in a new city, Hubbard’s mother noticed suspicious behavior from her son at... - May 06, 2021 - One Kay
Largest International Re-Use Art Collection Seeks Curating Relationship
In 2008, Ken Marquis, a picture framer from Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania, had an epiphany while milling around an automobile show. “I started rushing up and down vendor aisles buying old hub caps. I bought 41 rusted old hub caps that day. My friend thought I was crazy. I said ‘I have an... - May 05, 2021 - KenMarq, LLC
Direct Auto Celebrates 30-Year Anniversary with Daily Gift Card Giveaways and Grand Prize
In celebration of the insurance provider’s 30-year anniversary, Direct Auto Insurance is giving 460 lucky people an opportunity to keep driving with multiple gift card prizes that can be used for car care during its “30th Anniversary Daily Giveaway” sweepstakes. Every day from... - May 04, 2021 - Direct Auto Insurance
Alessandro Bagagli Music Announces a New Hard Rock Album Release: Through Death Valley & Nowhere by Cortez, Out June 4, 2021
Cortez announces his new album release and a new musical journey into hard rock. The Italian artist still believes that rock and roll dreams can become true and he tries to describe them in his new work: 11 powerful songs and 2 power ballads led by a new single out now, called "Arabian Nights." The new album (AB Music) will be available on all streaming and digital stores June 4, 2021. Fans who pre-save the album on Spotify can download an exclusive album digital booklet on Cortez' website. - May 03, 2021 - Alessandro Bagagli Music
Greek Fest Celebrates 56th Year
Greek Fest is going to be celebrating it’s 56th year as a fundraiser for the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church located at 9400 West Congress in Wauwatosa. The festival will be held at a different location versus Wisconsin State Fair Park. - May 03, 2021 - Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church
Securely Built Releases, "Alicia Connected: The Big Gift," Helping Kids and Parents Safely Navigate Through a Digital World
Foreword Publicity announces the release of "Alicia Connected: The Big Gift," written by Derek Fisher, with illustrations by Heather Workman. Alicia has finally entered a new world of technology when her parents give her a tablet for her birthday. She has watched and listened to her... - May 03, 2021 - Securely Built
Veteran Stars Robert Clohessy and Robert Funaro Team Up for The Last Disco
InFuse Releasing recently acquired the domestic distribution rights, with a schedules release in Fall 2021. The Last Disco comes from writer, Joanne Tamburro, known for the films, “Just Like Joe and “Jesse” and producer Judy San Roman, of Reelhouse Productions known for,... - May 01, 2021 - Reelhouse Productions
Engage Virtual Range Opens in Avon Lake, Ohio
The first indoor virtual shooting range of its kind in Avon Lake, OH, is safe, judgment-free, and ideal for anyone from first-timers to lifelong gun enthusiasts. - May 01, 2021 - Engage Virtual Range
2021 NC Fine Wines Competition Results Announced
The Fifth Annual NC Fine Wines Competition results were announced tonight via Zoom with people from across the state and around the world. Due to COVID-19 concerns the Awards Ceremony, which is usually held in Winston-Salem as a Formal Black Tie Gala, was more casual and comfortable as guests... - April 30, 2021 - Fine Wines of NC
Artwork of New Jersey Artist, Stephanie Deshpande, Included on a Time Capsule to the Moon with 1200 International Artists and One A.I.
The Peregrine Collection – an assembly of thousands of creative works by over 1200 creative artists and one A.I. – is headed for the Moon. Seven paintings by the New Jersey artist, Stephanie Deshpande, are included in this collection. Deshpande is a representational painter best known... - April 29, 2021 - Stephanie Deshpande Fine Art
Dating Coach Defends Steve Harvey After Backlash from Women Regarding Platonic Friendships
Can men and women remain "just friends" indefinitely? Radio and Television Star Steve Harvey says "No way," and Dating Coach Alan Roger Currie agrees. Recently, Harvey experienced a high degree of backlash from many women on social media - Twitter in particular - regarding a video clip of an interview from 2010 where Harvey explains that he does not believe men and women can remain "just friends only" for an indefinite period of time if the man finds his female "friend" physically attractive. - April 29, 2021 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.
Virtual Artists to Hold the Largest Ever Live Virtual Art Gallery
Over 300 paintings will be able to be viewed across several virtual art galleries that will enable prospective purchasers to walk around in real time, view the paintings and be able to chat in real time with the artists themselves who are depicted as digital avatars. - April 27, 2021 - Virtual Artists
Optician India Cover Story on Stigmas, Myth, Movies & Spectacles
The year gone by came up with unprecedented changes for the Eye Care Sector. Often the end is the start of a new beginning. Enter this New Year with a New and Perfect Vision with Optician India. Optician India Digital Edition Jan. - March, 2021 has come out in the public domain with a cover story on Stigmas, Myth, Movies & Spectacles covering a survey of consumers and interviews with Experts. - April 27, 2021 - Optician India
The William Meredith Foundation is Proud to Announce the First of Two Awards in Translation Given to the Russian Writer Ruzana Vladimirovna Pskhu
This award celebrates the life of Valentine Krustev who was born on April 25 and who, before his recent death, was a great help and support to William Meredith and the foundation. A second award will be presented to the Belgian poet Tom Veys for PANDEMIE, a translation into Dutch of the poet Richard Harteis. PANDEMIE will be published in June, 2021. Both books will be recognized at the Bulgarian embassy this fall which has become a home for publications by the William Meredith Foundation. - April 27, 2021 - The William Meredith Foundation
This Successful Meditation App Aims to Make 100 Million People Experience More Peace
The successful Dutch meditation app "Meditation Moments" is being rolled out internationally. Michael Pilarczyk, CEO: "We have proven to be incredibly successful in the Netherlands, so we can now enter the international market, especially the United States. The launch of the international version of our app is an important step towards achieving our mission: to let 100 million people experience a daily moment of peace." - April 26, 2021 - Meditation Moments
Black Horseracing Film Poised to Finish First
Producers Unveil Plans for "PHOTO FINISH: The Race of the Century" - April 23, 2021 - James Walton Productions
In Évora, the Artist Santiago Ribeiro Exhibits for the First Time Since the Pandemic, While in Italy a Video Circulates Dedicated to the Portuguese
Santiago Ribeiro prepares for his new exhibition in Portugal, in Italy, three italians, Annalina, Vincenzo and Maurizio pay homage to Ribeiro with a hit video. - April 23, 2021 - 900 Letterario Magazine
South Bay California Author Adriana Suyama Enters Into the Prestigious World of Children's Books with an Inspiring Story About the Power of a Change of Heart
Adriana Suyama, a first-time author from South Bay, California, has recently released a children's book that connects children to the value of having a change of heart. As a mother of four, and a full time homeschool teacher, Adriana is constantly in search of new ways to inspire, educate, and... - April 22, 2021 - Adriana Suyama
"Where do We Go from Here - the Art of Hui Tian"
Artist Hui Tian will be exhibiting his art at NYC Arts Empire Gallery from May 15, through June 30. There is an Opening reception scheduled for May 15, 6pm. - April 21, 2021 - NYC Arts Empire
Clubhouse International Launches New Global Service Portal
Clubhouse International launches a global self-service portal for their worldwide Clubhouse Community working to change the world of mental health. - April 21, 2021 - Clubhouse International
Artist Details Surviving Childhood Sexual Abuse in Upcoming Project "Phxck Gxxd"
AdynastyO releases new album entitled, Phxck Gxxd, which will feature 20 tracks accompanied by a series of short films. - April 21, 2021 - AdynastyO Comix & Fashion Music Group
Vintage Guitars Take on New Life at Dan's Guitars
Outward appearances do not always tell the story. When you first see the 1956 Chevy parked in the front of a building from 1912, you know there is a story. Dan’s Guitars and Music has been in Cleveland since 2006, owned and operated by Dan Kiblinger with over 35 years in the music industry. Recently he partnered with Jeff Spike Wong to offer their personal collection of over 100 vintage guitars from the Signature Series of Gibson Guitars and brands including Fender, Rickenbacker and Gretsch. - April 21, 2021 - Dan's Guitars
When The GroovaLottos Say “You Never Told Me,” You Should Listen
The Godfathers of Southcoast Thump & Soul are back with an original, funky little doo-wop cut for their April release, and the movement continues. - April 20, 2021 - TheGroovaLottos
Impact Music Video by Award-Winning Music Producers, DTO & Songs of Eden, Featuring Spoken Word Artist, doc.PEACE, with Animation Art by Faith K Lefever Debuts April 27th
Award-winning music producers, DTO and Songs of Eden, Spoken Word Artist, doc.PEACE, animation artist, Faith K. Lefever releases Impact Music Video, entitled “Solo, but not alone” on April 27th, 2021. The virtual launch is a family-friendly event for all ages which will begin with... - April 20, 2021 - doc.PEACE
Polyphonic Studios, LLC Congratulates The ZYG 808 for the release of "Real EmCees"
Polyphonic Studios' Southcoast Thump & Soul movement continues with The ZYG 808's release of "Real EmCees," featuring some of the Southcoast regions microphone masters, while drawing a distinct line between MCs and rappers. - April 19, 2021 - Polyphonic Studios LLC
cXc Launches Purple, a Co-Creative Economy on WAX Blockchain
Purple’s tokenomics reveal revolutionary mechanics geared towards rewarding creators for creating and generating local Top Charts. - April 17, 2021 - Current X Change LLC
Hollywood Icon to be the Voice of Courageous Warriors; Beauty from the Ashes
Darla Rae of Film It Productions is pleased to announce that Hollywood Icon, Dee Wallace, will serve as an Executive Producer and will narrate Rae’s latest feature length documentary, Courageous Warriors; Beauty From The Ashes. This film is a tale of extraordinary women, young and old, who took their recovery from breast cancer a leap beyond medical diagnosis. They created new paths of wholeness through body, mind, and spirit. Now they offer those gifts to others. - April 16, 2021 - Film It Productions
New Record Album Release by 1970's Soul/R&B Legend, Freda Payne; Out Friday April 16, 2021
Singer, legend, Freda Payne pairs up with four of the other world's greatest singers of Jazz for a duets album. It is a classic jazz big band album. Featured on album with Freda are: Johnny Mathis, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Kurt Elling, Kenny Lattimore. - April 16, 2021 - Alain Franke Records
Casting Professional Katie O’Connor Joins Richard Lawson for Self Tape Master Class Series
The Richard Lawson Studios continues The Self Tape Master Class series with casting professional Katie O’Connor joining master teacher Richard Lawson on April 17th. Twenty actors will be given the opportunity to have their self-tape auditions assessed and redirected by Mr. Lawson and Ms. - April 16, 2021 - Richard Lawson Studios
Bruce Bellocchi - From Felon to FilmMaker
Bruce Bellocchi has a storied past but he seems to have a handle on his life now and has a new feature film he wrote that he'll also be directing which he says, proves it. - April 15, 2021 - Bruce Bellocchi
William B. Harris Jr. of Hloyal Management and PR Expands Company with Continued Growth
The small business owner is now the president of a growing corporation; Sharing tips on dealing with struggles while hustling to build Hloyal Management and PR - April 14, 2021 - Hloyal Management And PR
Magnificent Life Publishing Announces "Unleash Intentional Success," a Non-Fiction Self-Help Book by Namaine Coombs
In this enlightening page-turner, Namaine Coombs shares a personal journey of self-discovery and self-healing, teaches growth concepts, and offers step-by-step guidance to help you: - Replace limiting beliefs that prevent you from being your happiest and achieving all that you desire. -... - April 14, 2021 - Unleashed Success, LLC
Irish Singer/Songwriter Yelpy Set to Release His New Single Heartbeats
Irish singer/songwriter Yelpy releases Heartbeats, the long awaited follow up to the award winning single "Shout." - April 14, 2021 - Yelpy
Clubhouse International Teams Up with Nearly 200 Businesses and Non-Profits for Inaugural Mental Health Action Day
Clubhouse International, in partnership with 193 leading brands, nonprofits and cultural leaders is proud to announce the first-ever Mental Health Action Day, to be held on Thursday, May 20 during Mental Health Awareness Month. They hope to encourage more people to take action for better mental health. - April 14, 2021 - Clubhouse International
Small Wine Company, Takes Big Steps in Promoting COVID Vaccinations by Creating a New Party Theme, “Vaccibrations”
With more and more people receiving their 2nd COVID vaccination, the Vaccibration (TM) is the new party trend. - April 13, 2021 - Class With Sass Wines LLC
Hloyal Management and PR President William B. Harris Jr. Helps Produce Houston, TX Based Production O'Shea
William B. Harris Jr., Port Lavaca, aids film production for a start-up company H&H Studios. - April 12, 2021 - Hloyal Management And PR
"Quintessence": New Album Daniel Roure 2021
Daniel Roure Delights Jazz Fans with Latest Release. Album Promises a Romantic Mix of Jazz and the French Language. - April 12, 2021 - VLS Productions (Vintage Love Songs)
Pioneering Online Theater Company Relaunches as a Live Cinema Studio
Remote Studios -- formerly Remote Theater -- to produce live Web teleplays and films featuring actors throughout the world - April 12, 2021 - Remote Theatre
Dog Calendar Contest to Benefit Douglas County Canine Resuce
Bina Photography is working on the second annual “Rescued and Amazing 2022” calendar contest to benefit the Douglas County Canine Rescue. - April 12, 2021 - Bina Photography, Inc
FreeCast Announces Budget-Friendly Virtual Pay-TV Package at Low Monthly Price
SelectTV’s aggregated streaming service can be paired with a “skinny bundle” for less than the cost of major VOD subscriptions. - April 09, 2021 - FreeCast, Inc.
How Robot Technology is Reshaping Entertainment at Events in the UK; Photobooths.co.uk Leading the Way in Robotics Technology
Today magic mirrors have come a long way. They are autonomous, interactive, and the main attraction at every major event in the UK – weddings, receptions, marketing conventions, fashion shows, and others. - April 09, 2021 - Photobooths.co.uk
Wizard World Signature Series Presents Nostalgia Opens Saturday with "Walker, Texas Ranger" Stars
Exclusive Ten-Event Subscription-Based Series Continues Through June 12 with Other Classic Favorites; Fans Can Purchase Live Video Chats, Virtual Photo Ops, Recorded Videos, Signed Photos - April 09, 2021 - Fan Expo HQ
Casting Director Marci Liroff Joins the Richard Lawson Studios Master Class Series This Weekend
Master Teacher Richard Lawson will be joined by casting director Marci Liroff on Saturday, April 10th as part of The Richard Lawson Studios Self Tape Master Class series. Twenty actors will be given the opportunity to have their self-tape auditions assessed and redirected by Mr. Lawson and Ms. - April 09, 2021 - Richard Lawson Studios
Debut Novel "The Stars in April,” Based on Teen Titanic Survivor, Receives a School Library Journal Starred Review
Debut novelist and Childress Ink client Peggy Wirgau’s "The Stars in April" receives a warm welcome into the literary world, historical fiction based on the true story of Ruth Becker, most recently honored with a School Library Journal Starred Review just in time for Titanic Week 2021, April 11-18, around the anniversary of the sinking, April 12, 1912. - April 08, 2021 - Childress Ink
Renowned Artist Elizabeth Cameron Lauder Has Second Art Book Published
Abernathy & Smyth publicist, Erin McHugh, announces the new release of “Elizabeth Lauder: Memoirs of a Plein Air Painter, Volume Two: Oil on Semi-Precious Stone.” - April 08, 2021 - Abernathy & Smyth Publishing House
PayPerHead Agents Can Offer Options on 2021 NFL Draft
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, 2020 saw the most wagering dollars flow to the NFL Draft than in the draft’s previous history. Because of this year’s pool of college players, per head agents, those who offer free betting software, expect handle to significantly increase on the... - April 08, 2021 - PayPerHead
Verb(TM) Speaker Series Presents “The Game Is Afoot!” - An Interview with Steve Emecz
Steve Emecz, the preeminent publisher of new Sherlock Holmes-based books, will be the Verb™ Presents Speaker Series’ featured guest on Thursday, April 29, 2021, 12:00 pm Noon (Pacific Time). His talk is aptly entitled, “The Game Is Afoot,” based on the now famous quotation... - April 07, 2021 - Silicon Private Wealth
Healthy Humor’s Dina Paul-Parks Named to Crain’s New York Business 2021 List of Notables in Nonprofits and Philanthropy
HH’s Co-Founder and CEO Honored for her Leadership During a Difficult Year. - April 07, 2021 - Healthy Humor, Inc.