Press Releases by Category Leisure, Entertainment, Miscellaneous
Chef Roy Yamaguchi at Roy’s in Pasadena to Benefit Hillsides
(Pasadena, CA)—Chef Roy Yamaguchi will make a special appearance at Roy’s Restaurant in Pasadena during a four-course dinner on September 14 to benefit Hillsides. Donating partial proceeds from the evening to the children’s charity, Roy’s will take table reservations for seating between 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
“Having partnerships with businesses like Roy’s Restaurant in the community is significant to our mission,” said Joseph Costa, Hillsides chief executive officer. “Community donations…
Ashley Gearing Releases New Single, “What You Think About Us” to Country Radio …
Now available at iTunes
(Nashville, Tenn. – Aug. 31, 2010) Curb Records recording artist Ashley Gearing has released her new single, “What You Think About Us,” to Country radio, debuting this week on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart.
Co-written by Gearing with Brian Davis and Ben Glover, “What You Think About Us” is the first single off the young singer’s much-anticipated debut for Curb Records. Gearing has been working…
Phyllis K. Day Turns a Bad Voice Over Into a Shining Example
Phyllis K. Day is a voice actor, mentor, technical writer and former radio broadcaster with over thirty years experience. Her voice work has been heard nation-wide. Phyllis currently offers voiceover workshops to new voice talent and also provides narration for e-learning and business presentations.
In Day’s Voice Over Experts podcast lecture “Voice Over Stinkaholic," she introduces one of her students and shows listeners how she helped him to progress from recording…
Christie Previews 4K at IBC
Christie®, the leader in digital cinema projection, will present a pre-launch demo of its new Solaria™ Series 4K DLP Cinema® projector line for digital cinema at IBC2010 in Amsterdam, September 10-14. Taking the lead with the world’s first demo of a DLP Cinema solution in 4K, the new Christie CP4230 features the enhanced 4K DLP Cinema chip from Texas Instruments (TI) (NYSE: TXN) and is designed to be compliant…
Nashville Welcomes Australia’s Finest for Debut Appearances at Americana Music F …
Showcases by Troy Cassar-Daley, Tommy Emmanuel, Sara Storer, plus Aussie luncheon and conference panel gives Australian acts chance to shine during AMA week
(Nashville, TN – Aug. 26, 2010) Australia has always shared a close musical connection to America’s Roots music, which is why the Americana Music Association is welcoming some of Australia’s premier artists to the 2010 Americana Music Festival and Conference.
For the first time ever, acclaimed international performers…
KIDS ‘N’ PETS BRAND Donates Product to Pet Adoption Organizations Nationwide and …
Redmond, WA – August, 2010 – KIDS ‘N’ PETS Brand of cleaning and deodorizing products launched a new program in June 2010 called KIDS ‘N’ PETS – Pet Partnership. The goal of the KIDS ‘N’ PETS – Pet Partnership is to bring recognition to pet adoption organizations that work extensively with our animal community; finding the right forever home and caring for those not able to relocate. As…
Fans Fund Recording Through Internet for Independent Folk Artist Tyler Stenson’s …
Studio costs are expensive, so Tyler Stenson, an award winning singer/songwriter from Portland, OR utilized the Internet to raise funds for the recording of his eighth studio album. Through Kickstarter.com and promotion on social networks, Stenson has managed to create a fully fan-funded recording experience for “Long Before the Wheel” – a sparkling follow up to his internationally acclaimed “Bittersweet Parade” LP.
August 24, 2010 Nashville, TN – Writing songs and…
Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. Names Official Team of Moderators for CRS 2011
Five all-star Country radio industry veterans to helm CRS panels, marking yet another first for Country Radio Seminar
(Nashville, TN – Aug. 23, 2010) In an unprecedented move for Country Radio Seminar, a team of five Country Radio industry veterans has been selected to moderate all CRS 2011 panels, CRB, Inc.® announced today.
The five individuals chosen by the CRB Board of Directors as the inaugural class of CRS moderators are…
Hoyts Signs Exclusive Deal for Christie Series 2 Digital Cinema Projectors Acros …
Christie announced that Hoyts Cinemas has signed an exclusive deal to convert its entire cinema circuit of over 400 screens across 49 locations to 2K and 4K-ready Series 2 Christie Solaria™ projectors over the next three years. As a part of the Digital Cinema Implementation Partners - Australia program (DCIP-A), the agreement is a testament to the 25-year relationship between Christie and Hoyts, and makes the deal the largest of…
Furniture Rental Company Offers a CHIC Twist Under A New Brand
Orlando, FL August 19, 2010: After three years of operating under the name Zeus, the Orlando-based event furniture rental company is proud to announce its re-brand as CHIC Event Furniture Rental. With the same management, along with the same dynamic team, the company will continue to provide the outstanding service and Euro-chic products that have pushed them to the top of client lists from The Florida Keys to Chicago.…
ANOOP DESAI SET TO SING NATIONAL ANTHEM AT JIMMY V CELEBRITY GOLF CLASSIC
Los Angeles, CA- On Sunday, August 29th, American Idol Alum, Anoop Desai will sing the national anthem to kick off the 17th Annual Jimmy V Celebrity Golf Classic for Cancer Research at Lonnie Poole Golf Course in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Since his days on the eighth season of “American Idol,” Desai has made quite the name for himself with the release of his debut album “All is Fair.” The album…
C’mon! Amber Hayes Releases Debut EP Aug. 31
Unique CD release party + live WSM radio broadcast to be held Sept. 2 at legendary Nashville venue The Station Inn
(Nashville, TN – Aug. 17, 2010) FUNL recording artist Amber Hayes is releasing her debut EP, C’mon, on Aug. 31 and staging a unique CD release party and live radio broadcast Sept. 2 at Nashville’s Station Inn.
Hayes first began work on C’mon during her standout run as Kathy Twitty…
Metin Yazir, the "King of Tango" from Istanbul, La Rogaia Tango Travels, Autumn …
Metin Yazir, was born in Istanbul, Turkey. He started to dance and teach Tango in Munich, Germany, in 1993. He was mainly influenced by Roberto y Vanina and Gustavo Naveira. After teaching and performing in New York in the late 90ies he returned to Istanbul where he now is called "the King of Tango".
Metin, the “magician”, dances with particular sensitivity and musicality – he makes even beginners look elegant…
Chelsea Field Visits WITL in Lansing, MI
(Nashville, TN – Aug. 10, 2010) Moxy Records recording artist Chelsea Field recently traveled through the state of Michigan on the second leg of her extended radio tour, stopping at stations in Detroit, Flint and Lansing, among others.
Since May, Field has been on the road visiting more than 60 Country radio stations in support of her debut single, “Things I Should’ve Said.” The single debuted last month…
Historic First Baptist Church Capital Hill Selects A Legacy
Nashville, Tennessee—The Reverend Dr. Kelly Miller Smith, Jr. of Knoxville Tennessee has been selected to serve as the 20th pastor of historic First Baptist Church Capitol, downtown Nashville, Tennessee. His father the late Reverend Dr. Kelly Miller Smith, Sr was the 16th pastor of this prominent historic African American Church. Dr. Smith has over 30 years of religious and business leadership experience. He currently serves as Pastor of the Mt.…
Detroit-Based Annabelle Road to Showcase for Nashville Industry Executives Aug. …
Band was finalist in Kenny Chesney’s 2009 “Next Big Star” competition
(Nashville, Tenn. – Aug. 9, 2010) Country act Annabelle Road is set to perform an industry showcase at local Nashville venue 12th and Porter on Tuesday, Aug. 17, at 6 p.m.
The five-piece Country/Rock outfit from Detroit released their self-titled debut album in June, only 18 months after the group initially formed. Produced by Chuck Alkazian…
The AristoMedia Group Releases 2010 Video Outlet Status Reports
Video format maintains overall growth, rapid placement in ever-changing variety of destinations
(Nashville, TN – August 5, 2010) The AristoMedia Group has released its official 2010 Video Outlet Status Reports for data compiled over the last year in the Country and Christian music formats.
The annual Video Outlet Status Reports include a detailed look into the trends and opportunities available at national, regional, syndicated, pool/closed-circuit and online video outlets. …
Charlie Daniels Band to Release Land That I Love Aug. 10
Patriotic themed release includes new versions of “Iraq Blues” and “(What This World Needs Is) A Few More Rednecks 2010”
(Nashville, TN – Aug. 2, 2010) Legendary Blue Hat Records/E1 Entertainment act, The Charlie Daniels Band, is set to release a new collection of patriotic songs on Aug. 10 titled Land That I Love.
The full-length release, co-produced by Daniels, Patrick Kelly and Casey Wood, features 15 tracks, including newly…
Tropical Foods' snack line Artisan Creations adds spice to healthier snacking wi …
CHARLOTTE, NC: Charlotte-based Tropical Foods, a manufacturer and distributor of packaged snacks and specialty foods, is making a bold, flavor-filled splash with their new Artisan Creations line. Tropical launched Artisan Creations to provide consumers with a new generation of healthier, hand-mixed, quality snack products.
“Artisan Creations are hand-blended snack mixes designed to color your taste buds with bolder and more unique flavors,” said Chad Hartman, Brand Manager for Tropical…
NUSSLI receives planning and delivery order for The Royal Edinburgh Military Tat …
Hüttwilen/Switzerland, August 2, 2010. NUSSLI, a globally operating supplier of temporary event infrastructures, has received the contract for the planning and construction of the grandstand facility for The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo 2011 and 2012. The company signed an agreement with the general contractor Sir Robert McAlpine Ltd. The world's most famous military music festival, located in front of the Edinburgh Castle, takes place every year in August.
The Royal…
Hollywords Launches New Web Site
Hollywood, California – (August 2, 2010) – Hollywords, LLC, today announced the launch of its revised and expanded Web site, available now at hollywords.org.
The original Hollywords® Web site launched in 2005. For the re-design, Hollywords, LLC engaged Mike Ganz, interactive web designer and brand identity developer based in Chicago. “When designing for my clients, I listen to what they want, take a look through what they like, do extensive…
MeinSchreibservice.de has expanded its customer service
Cape Town, 21. July 2010 – MeinSchreibservice.de has now started a campaign were they offer a personal priority service to a select customer base.
They’ve done it again! The team at MeinSchreibservice.de has managed to impress once again with their latest initiative. The masterminds at MeinSchreibservice.de have expanded their already flawless customer service by offering select clients a personal service, giving them a direct, priority e-mail address in cases of proof…
SOYON AN WINS ANOTHER EMMY AWARD FOR DESIGN WORK ON SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE
Los Angeles, CA (July 26, 2010)- The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences recently announced that one of Hollywood’s most notable costume designers, Soyon An, would be receiving another Emmy (An also took an Emmy home in 2009 for “So You Think You Can Dance”) for her season six work in the category of “Outstanding Costumes For A Variety or Music Program and Individual Achievement” on the popular Fox television…
CRB, Inc. Now Accepting Nominations For 2011 Country Music DJ and Radio Hall of …
Deadline for nominees to return applications is Sept. 10
(Nashville, TN – July 26, 2010) Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. is now accepting nominations for the 2011 Country Music DJ and Radio Hall of Fame.
Nominations can be submitted here at www.CRB.org. Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. will provide each nominee with an official application, which must be returned to the CRB offices by Friday, Sept. 10, 2010. Applications received after Sept.…
„Cisco Networkers“: A Red-Hot Trend - Voice and Data Communication via IP Phone …
München/Hallbergmoos, July 26 – Efficient administration and flexible attendant console extension via IP phone was one of the main topics at the “Cisco Networkers 2010” in Las Vegas in July. At the ANDTEK booth many visitors received detailed information about the unified communications solution “AND Phone” and how they can easily control a large variety of unique functions required for an up-to-date attendant console using a simple user friendly interface.
The…
MeinSchreibservice.de’s family keeps growing
Cape Town, 21. July 2010 – The month of July has brought with it another member to the MeinSchreibservice.de team in Cape Town, who has been brought in as project manager for the English department.
MeinSchreibservice.de, an online typing and translation service, who has successfully offered transcriptions, proof reading and editing in most languages, has expanded its team to included Tatjana de Silva as Project Manager for the English market. Born…
Rocket Club Concludes Three-Night Run of Nashville Showcases Tonight
(Nashville, TN – July 21, 2010) Minneapolis-based Country act, Rocket Club, concludes their three-night run of Nashville showcases tonight with a performance at 12th & Porter at 6 p.m. The band’s current single, “One Thing Beautiful,” debuted at No. 59 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs Chart last week and climbed to No. 57 this week without the support of record label promotion. Rocket Club played their first…
How Will Asian Nations Modernise Armoured Vehicle Fleets?
July 19, 2010, Singapore – As Asian defence forces focus greater attention on land warfare strategies, they are faced with an increasing need to expand, reinforce and upgrade their armoured vehicle fleets to meet growing domestic security needs, reinforce border security and expand support to international missions.
So how will nations such as India, Malaysia, the Philippines, Republic of Korea and Thailand modernise their current armoured vehicle fleets in…
Dalton, GA Native to Helm "Douglass U"
Dalton, GA (July 15, 2010) – Dalton, Georgia native and Dalton High School alum, award winning director, Ryan Miningham, has enrolled to direct "Douglass U", a comedy film about a young man's unexpected freshman experience at one of the country's (fictitious) premiere Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
Miningham directed the feature film, "Blue", which won Best Narrative Feature at the Hollywood Black Film Festival, Audience Choice Award at the American…
Vlogariffic.com is the all new way of promoting and finding video blogs
Vlogariffic is a human edited video blog directory that aims to be a source for quality video blogs. With the rise in popularity of handheld HD camcorders many people are starting their own video blogs. Realizing a lack of one clean simplistic user interface to find and promote video blogs, site creator Kenneth Williams decided to create his own vlog directory. Vlogariffic can be used as a promotional tool geared…
AMERICAN COLLECTORS INSURANCE AND HEMMINGS MOTOR NEWS JOIN IN CELEBRATION
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Industry leaders and enthusiasts recognize “Collector Car Appreciation Day”
(CHERRYHILL, NJ)(July 8, 2010)—The United States Senate declared July 9, 2010 as National Collector Car Appreciation Day as a means to raise awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society. Leaders in the restoration and collector car industries, American Collectors Insurance and Hemmings Motor News are…
WAVE ENERGY DRINK ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH MAKE-A-WISH FOUNDATION: Upcoming Ev …
CORNELIUS, NC (July 1, 2010) – Wave Energy Drink has announced a new partnership with the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Central and Western North Carolina. The upstart beverage company will be donating drinks from their product lines to Make-A-Wish orientation sessions and other event promotions. In addition, employees of Wave will participate in the second annual “Walk for Wishes” Event, set for October 23, 2010 at Carowinds Amusement Park…
GamedayHousing Plans to Stay Warm in Colorado
GamedayHousing.com Plans to Stay Warm in Colorado
June 19th, 2010 – Boulder, CO – Colorado has been known for its cold weather, high altitudes, and tremendous ski resorts. Despite all the implications of coldness, GamedayHousing is blazing a trail throughout the CU area near Folsom Field. Gameday Housing is an online sports vacation rental service that specializes in short-term football weekend rentals. They bring homeowners and college football…
Chelsea Field Breaks From Radio Tour to Open Easton Corbin Show
Headlines own show July 4th for troops at Fort Campbell
(Nashville, TN – July 1, 2010) Moxy Records recording artist Chelsea Field took a break from her hectic radio tour last week to open for chart-topping artist Easton Corbin on June 25 in downtown Louisville, Ky.
Field delivered an energetic set for a packed crowd that included her debut single, “Things I Should’ve Said,” and a handful of new songs from…
AristoMedia Group’s Jeff Walker Appointed Honorary Operation Troop Aid Board Mem …
(Nashville, TN – July 1, 2010) AristoMedia Group President Jeff Walker was named an honorary Operation Troop Aid board member during a ceremony at this year’s 2010 CMA Global Artist Party, held Monday, June 7, in downtown Nashville.
Operation Troop Aid Executive Director Mark Woods presented Walker with a framed American flag and Certificate of Appointment in appreciation of AristoMedia’s ongoing support for OTA initiatives, including those held at CMA…
ParetoLogic Raises Big Bucks for Big Bike
This year’s Big Bike fundraiser for the Heart and Stroke Foundation raised almost $100,000 in Victoria, with over $10,000 of that coming from ParetoLogic. As the highest fundraiser in Greater Victoria, the software developers were awarded the Golden Gears award.
ParetoLogic more than doubled their initial team goal of $5,000 due to overwhelming support from the staff and management of ParetoLogic. “This charity has a personal connection for many of…
CRB, Inc. Announces Biggest CRS Registration Rollback Ever
Limited time, $399 Early Bird Rate opens Tuesday, June 29 at 9 a.m. CST
(Nashville, Tenn. – June 28, 2010) Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc.® has announced the biggest Country Radio Seminar registration discount ever with its $399 Early Bird Registration Rate for CRS 2011.
The limited time, $399 price point represents a 20 percent decrease from last year’s Early Bird Rate, which had remained at $499 for the past several…
9th Annual Miami Peace Festival pays tribute to Haiti
9TH Annual Peace Festival Hosted by Nas, Hip-Hop World Biggest Tribute to Haiti
(MIAMI, Florida) Saturday, August 14, 2010 marks the 9th Annual Miami Peace Festival. Each year, between 7th and 10th Avenue on the historic Martin Luther King Boulevard (northwest 62nd Street), the streets of the City of Miami are transformed as a symbol of peace. Individuals travel from all region of the nation to take part in this historic…
yStats.com: France Online Travel Report 2010 on reports-research.com
The French online travel market remains stable despite difficult global economic conditions. This is the conclusion drawn by Hamburg based market research firm yStats.com in its latest comprehensive analysis France Online Travel Report 2010:
In 2009, the percentage of online bookings for both business and leisure travel increased slightly to 33% relative to the total travel market. In addition, French based internet travel sites generated 25% of all online revenue. These…
Socialbuy.com Announces Tickets for Nine Lady Gaga Concert Dates in Milwaukee, I …
Online luxury deal destination SocialBuy.com is proud to announce that they have exclusive tickets to see Lady Gaga in concert for nine of her upcoming tour dates.
(Los Angeles, CA) June 23rd, 2010 -- Online luxury deal destination SocialBuy.com is proud to announce they have tickets available to Lady Gaga for nine of her upcoming tour dates. Tickets are available in Milwaukee, Indianapolis, Salt Lake City, Oklahoma City, San Jose, Oakland,…
HAYLIE DUFF SET TO STAR IN LOVE, LOSS, AND WHAT I WORE
Los Angeles, CA (June 23, 2010)- Actress, singer, and producer, Haylie Duff has officially singed on to star in the off Broadway play Love, Loss, and What I Wore, an intimate collection of stories by sister’s Nora Ephron and Delia Ephron as of July 1, 2010.
Based on the best-selling novel by Ilene Beckerman, Love, Loss, and What I Wore uses clothing and accessories and the memories they…
Socialbuy.com Launches in 20 New Cities with Exclusive Ticket Deals for Justin B …
Online luxury deal destination SocialBuy.com is proud to announce their launch in 20 new cities – including Dallas, Miami, Houston, Atlanta, Raleigh, Las Vegas and more – and their exclusive ticket deals for these cities. SocialBuy is now offering tickets to sold-out concerts like Justin Bieber, Lady Gaga, Paul McCartney, Michael Buble, Roger Waters, and Broadway smash hit Wicked.
(Los Angeles, CA) June 23rd, 2010 -- Online luxury deal destination SocialBuy.com…
"HBCU Experience" Sweepstakes Announced
Hollywood, CA (June, 2010) - Joining School Dayz' Mission College, A Different World's Hillman College, Drumline's Atlanta A&T University and Stomp the Yard's Truth University, "Douglass U" is next in line for becoming one of the legendary "Hollywood Black Colleges and Universities" (the other, "HBCUs").
You can become part of "Douglass U" by entering the "HBCU Experience" Sweepstakes!
"Douglass U' is a comedy film about a young man's unexpected and memorable freshman…
Amber Hayes Invites Listeners to “C’mon” with New Summertime Single
Impacts at radio TODAY, June 22
(Nashville, TN – June 22, 2010) FUNL Music recording artist Amber Hayes has officially released her debut single to Country radio, the fun and flirtatious summertime track, “C’mon.”
Co-written with Brian Pharoah and guitarist Bill Diluigi, “C’mon” was penned in a moment of inspiration while on a writer’s retreat in California. The song came together in a matter of minutes during a…
Charlie Daniels Receives Patriot Award From Operation Troop Aid
(Nashville, TN – June 21, 2010) In recognition of his lifetime support of American troops at home and overseas, Charlie Daniels is this year’s recipient of the Operation Troop Aid Patriot Award. OTA Executive Director Mark Woods presented Daniels with the award and an honorary OTA board membership at the legendary musician’s annual fan club party, held June 9 in Mt. Juliet, Tenn. Operation Troop Aid (OTA)…
Christian Garces to Headline Sommelier Smackdown
Philadelphia, PA. The Wine School of Philadelphia is excited to welcome Christian Garces to his very first Sommelier Smackdown. Hailing from Philadelphia's Peruvian-Cantonese fusion restaurant, Chifa, Mr. Garces is also the brother of Iron Chef and super restaurateur, Jose Garces.
After a few brief stints with a catering company in his native Chicago, Garces entered the restaurant business full-time in October of 2005 when he moved to Philadelphia, joining his…
Miami Beach High Alumni Finding Success 'Back In School'
North Miami, FL (June 2010) – Miami Beach High School alumni, Catfish Jean has joined the cast of "Douglass U', a comedy film about a young man's unexpected freshman experience at one of the country's (fictitious) premiere Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
Catfish (born Matthew Jean) later received a BFA in Theater from California Lutheran University. He made his movie debut at the age of 15 in an…
South East Guilford High and Howard University Grad Going From Stage To Screen
Greensboro, NC (June 2010) – South East Guilford High School alumni, Ashford J. Thomas, has joined the cast of "Douglass U', a comedy film about a young man's unexpected freshman experience at one of the country's (fictitious) premiere Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
Thomas graduated from South East Guilford in 2002, and later received a BFA in Theater from Howard University, in 2006. He is an emerging…
Howard University and Calabasas High Alum, Hari Williams, "Educating" Us In New …
Calabasas, CA (June 2010) –Howard University and Calabasas High School alumni, Hari Williams, is seeing his script come to life. Written by Williams shortly after he graduated from HU in 2006, “Douglass U” is an urban comedy about a young man’s unexpected freshman experience at one of the country’s (fictitious) premiere Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
Williams received a BFA in Theater from Howard University's College of Fine Arts…
Clovis High and Fresno St grad, Johnny Soto, going back to school in "Douglass U …
Fresno, CA (June 2010) – Fresno State and Clovis High School alumni, Johnny Soto, has joined the cast of "Douglass U', a comedy film about a young man's unexpected freshman experience at one of the country's (fictitious) premiere Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
Soto received a BFA in Theater from California State University, Fresno in 2006. He has appeared in several feature films, including "Ocean's 13", and television…
