Latest news releases for Art and Entertainment Music from PRWeb 2008-08-21T05:13:07Z http://ww1.prweb.com/images_v4/prw_logo.gif PRWeb xml@emediawire.com http://www.prweb.com/atom10/ $lastmod The classic Sunset Marquis Hotel and Villas is proud to bring "Gibson Through the Lens" from the world's leading instrument manufacturer, Gibson Guitar, for an exclusive three-week photo exhibition to celebrate the completion of the hotel's unprecedented expansion and new villas grand opening. "Gibson Through The Lens" features some of the world's most respected and prolific rock photographers such as Ross Halfin, Jim Marshall, Neal Preston, Mick Rock, Bob Gruen and Baron Wolman, to name a few. This will be the first time the exhibition featuring these iconic and timeless photographs of international musicians with their Gibson or Epiphone guitar has been staged in the U.S. (PRWeb Aug 21, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1229254.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1229254.htm $lastmod Feature Film Producer Jack Binder (Reign Over Me, The Upside of Anger) today confirmed his deal to Produce the science fiction adventure film, Gaea: Beyond the Son via his Greentrees Films banner. (PRWeb Aug 21, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1235254.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1235254.htm $lastmod Thermos® retailer, Chilling The Most Inc. (CTM) launches their new South Florida business with the 1st annual "Summer Beach Bash!" at the Lauderdale Beachside Hotel on Saturday, August 30, 2008. Event features South Florida's rock sensation, Panic Disorder, and benefits Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward (BBBS). (PRWeb Aug 21, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1213844.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1213844.htm $lastmod PARADOCKS East Coast Grille to hold festival with fun events for the entire family on Saturday, August 23 from 1 p.m. to 1 a.m. Open to public. Events include musical entertainment, donkey rides for children, beanbag toss, adult tricycle races and water tank dunking. The event will benefit two charities -- Samaritan House and Food Bank of Southeastern Virginia. (PRWeb Aug 21, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1230164.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1230164.htm $lastmod The Independent Record Label Will Gain Distribution In Hundreds Of New Stores And All Major Cell Carriers Worldwide (PRWeb Aug 21, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1234494.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1234494.htm $lastmod The arts of Thailand will get an American twist when "Legend of the Chao Phraya: The Siamese River of Life" debuts at the John Anson Ford Amphitheatre on August 30th. An original bilingual (English and Thai) production by the California-based Mantra Theatre (www.mantratheatre.com) troupe, the show tells the story of a Queen and her people who have settled along the banks of the Chao Phraya River, in the area that would grow to become Thailand's capital city of Bangkok. The contemporary theatre performance merges original music, dance, mixed martial arts and spectacular Thai costumes. (PRWeb Aug 21, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1228394.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1228394.htm $lastmod 23 year old wins principal position in esteemed Northeast Ohio Symphony Orchestra, Music Director Franz "thrilled". (PRWeb Aug 21, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1229864.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1229864.htm $lastmod The Tempe Convention & Visitors Bureau is Proud to Introduce the Exciting New Broadway Season at ASU Gammage. (PRWeb Aug 20, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/BroadwaySeason/Gammage/prweb1209014.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/BroadwaySeason/Gammage/prweb1209014.htm $lastmod CrowdFire, an online destination as well as onsite pavilion at Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival, now has a full array of interactive tools for uploading, sharing and remixing music experiences. CrowdFire is now a complete 360-degree experience with both online and real world features offering pre, during and post-concert collaboration. (PRWeb Aug 20, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/federatedmedia/crowdfire/prweb1228664.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/federatedmedia/crowdfire/prweb1228664.htm $lastmod Musician's Friend Donates $10 to the National Cancer Research Foundation for Every Heil PR-20P Pink Microphone Sold and Also Showcases New Heil Microphones (PRWeb Aug 20, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1213504.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1213504.htm $lastmod Wiffiti Application Captures the Conversation via Mobile, Web, and Out-of-Home Screens (PRWeb Aug 20, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1227454.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1227454.htm $lastmod Nationwide Insurance® unveiled today its newest Life Comes at You Fast® ad, featuring former American Idol contestant, Sanjaya Malakar. In the tradition of Kevin Federline, Fabio and MC Hammer, Sanjaya becomes the latest celebrity to poke fun of himself in one of Nationwide’s commercials. The company’s Web site features the new commercial. A new microsite allows fans to upload a personal image and create their own “Sanjaya” look using the Nationwide Sanjaya widget. (PRWeb Aug 20, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/sanjaya/nationwide/prweb1233954.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/sanjaya/nationwide/prweb1233954.htm $lastmod Director Graeme Clifford Will Direct the $25 Million Drama Written by Wiik. (PRWeb Aug 20, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1222084.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1222084.htm $lastmod Makaveli the Don Will No Doubt Be Saluting His Soldiers From Thug Heaven for Carrying the Torch and Inspiring Millions With The Worldwide Launch of 1 Nation (PRWeb Aug 20, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1144284.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1144284.htm $lastmod Sony VAIO Video Contest Begins Today for Chance to Win High Definition Prize Package. Sony Electronics Inc. launches a nationwide video contest to find the best examples of people using high-definition products to express their passions. Starting August 19 through September 15, individuals can submit their entries online at whatsinyourhdna.com. (PRWeb Aug 19, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/sonyvaio/hdnacontest/prweb1225264.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/sonyvaio/hdnacontest/prweb1225264.htm $lastmod Attorney bests field of international rockers. (PRWeb Aug 19, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Notion_Music/Rock_Star/prweb1226874.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/Notion_Music/Rock_Star/prweb1226874.htm $lastmod TCOOO, the reggae label for artists such as Massicker, Jango Fresh, Boom Viniyard and Stapler will be holding a straight pride parade in New York City on August 31, 2008. The label hopes that this parade and more to follow will rid Reggae of the negative "murder music" label that, according to the TCOOO label, has been given to the music by gay right activists such as Peter Tatchell. (PRWeb Aug 19, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/reggae/music/prweb1223904.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/reggae/music/prweb1223904.htm $lastmod Rapper Belly's response to police raiding his Ottawa house; and turn up nothing more than BB guns (PRWeb Aug 19, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Belly/police/prweb1223304.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/Belly/police/prweb1223304.htm $lastmod Hailing from Finland, the world’s original Kung-Fu Metal band Black Temple is set to release their newest single “Party Material”. The distinctive band was founded by Finnish/Thai composer, lyricist, singer, and guitarist Tang. (PRWeb Aug 18, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1127434.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1127434.htm $lastmod Alternative Rock Singer-Songwriter-Violinist Antonio Pontarelli of USC was awarded the Grand Prize of the Malibu Music Awards. The award show honors artists, songwriters, lyricists and those who are making it in the music industry. (PRWeb Aug 18, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/rockviolinist/antoniopontarelli/prweb994564.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/rockviolinist/antoniopontarelli/prweb994564.htm $lastmod Wiz Gamb is a producer, artist and writer who is responsible for creating some of the most chorus and beats for many artists such as Ram Squad, Gillie, Lil Kim, Fabolous, Bigdoom, Rick Ross, and a host of others. His latest solo ablum, The General Has Returned, was made available to the public on August 12. His legendary performances at the Five Spot can be viewed on Youtube. (PRWeb Aug 18, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1146664.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1146664.htm $lastmod MeeMix MeeVideo Application Brings Personalized Music Video Channels to Social Networking Sites; Streams YouTube Music Videos According to Company's Individual Taste Prediction Algorithm; Allows Users to Discover New Videos and Share Favorite Videos with Friends. (PRWeb Aug 18, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/music/video/prweb1219984.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/music/video/prweb1219984.htm $lastmod ISC announces complete line-up of judges. (PRWeb Aug 18, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1210064.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1210064.htm $lastmod Thump Records Celebrates 19 Years As Their B-DUB Imprint Joins Jaggo Records to Present Evelyn "Champagne" King's First Release in 15 Years August 19thGrammy Award-Winning artist Evelyn Champagne King Will Debut her New CD, Open Book, Live at the House of Blues in LA on August 19th With Special Guest, Latin Sensation Jodie V. Whose Thump Album Will be Released September 9th (PRWeb Aug 18, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1216654.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1216654.htm $lastmod Original Works By Shepard Fairey, Bast, Blek le Rat, Matt Small, Judith Supine and Beejoir to Be Sold. (PRWeb Aug 17, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/urban_art/street_art/prweb1216834.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/urban_art/street_art/prweb1216834.htm $lastmod This year's hotly-anticipated and widely-rumoured event has finally been announced, much to the relief of many a Brit-rock fan. Manchester-based super group Oasis this week released details of their forthcoming UK tour with Oasis tickets going on sale on Wednesday, 20 August. What is sure to be a sell-out tour will cover 18 dates across England, Wales and Scotland, running throughout October and November. (PRWeb Aug 16, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/oasis/tickets/prweb1215334.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/oasis/tickets/prweb1215334.htm $lastmod 20th Annual Guitar Center Drum-Off Competition Will Award Winning Drummer Over $45,000 in Prizes (PRWeb Aug 16, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1177884.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1177884.htm $lastmod Power Pop Recording Vocalist to be Featured Artist on Incubator Webcast (PRWeb Aug 16, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1214994.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1214994.htm $lastmod P. Miller Makes History As The First Hip-Hop Entrepreneur To Own A Television Network, Is The Youngest Chairman In The Game, And Takes His Fast-Paced, Growing Brand to Wall Street. (PRWeb Aug 15, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/betterblacktv/20080815/prweb1214764.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/betterblacktv/20080815/prweb1214764.htm $lastmod 3rd Annual Sri Lanka Day on the 3rd Street Promenade in Santa Monica features Sri Lankan culture, food, fashion and music. Highlights include a Sri Lankan parade, and Miss Sri Lanka America and Miss Teen Sri Lanka America beauty pageants. (PRWeb Aug 15, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Sri/Lanka/prweb1215034.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/Sri/Lanka/prweb1215034.htm $lastmod Musicians, Teachers, and Students Find Browsing Easier with New Music Books and Video Sections at musiciansfriend.com (PRWeb Aug 15, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1213404.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1213404.htm $lastmod Ocean Lakes Family Campground announces the Tenth Annual Premier Bluegrass Weekend 2-day concert event (PRWeb Aug 15, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Oceanfront_Campground/Bluegrass_Weekend/prweb1214154.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/Oceanfront_Campground/Bluegrass_Weekend/prweb1214154.htm $lastmod Over the past decade, the San Francisco Bay Area-based Asian American Orchestra -- led by drummer/composer/producer Anthony Brown -- has won an international reputation with a series of collaborations featuring major jazz players like Steve Lacy and David Murray. Now the Grammy-nominated orchestra marks its tenth anniversary with a new CD compilation, a new community-based initiative, and an appearance on 9/11 at Yoshi's San Francisco. (PRWeb Aug 15, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1215104.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1215104.htm $lastmod Elliott Cohn returns to his hometown of Tampa FL for a special show at Skipper's Smokehouse with Elliott Cohn and the Cosmic Sweat Society, and very special guest Marty Balin of Jefferson Airplane/Starship. (PRWeb Aug 15, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1205694.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1205694.htm $lastmod Sugar Hooker Entertainment (SHE), the multi-platform lifestyle brand for girls, releases its first music compilation titled "Pirate This! Volume One." (PRWeb Aug 14, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1194164.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1194164.htm $lastmod Promoting an open free Tibet www.silentmessage.org is campaigning for a week long boycott of Chinese products for the last week of the Olympic games August 18-24, 2008. In conjunction with the site a song "Silent Message", is available to listen to at the site and will be available shortly for download at most on line retail stores. Written specifically for the project and performed by Jen Pumo, the proceeds of the sale of the song will go towards an open free Tibet. (PRWeb Aug 14, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008-silent/8-message/prweb1210884.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008-silent/8-message/prweb1210884.htm $lastmod White Horse Studios produced the audio segments for Nike's interactive tour "House of Innovation" at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. The multimedia display showcases Nike innovations and features a voiceover by famed Olympian Carl Lewis. All of the audio segments were produced in both English and Chinese. (PRWeb Aug 14, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1206344.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1206344.htm $lastmod O Entertainment brings upscale lobster extravaganza to Long Beach. (PRWeb Aug 14, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1207594.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1207594.htm $lastmod Alexis Allen, 14-year old founder of The Blue Lion Foundation is raffling her tickets to see her favorite band to raise awareness of her charitable organization, and inspire people of all ages to overcome challenges through persistence and determination. (PRWeb Aug 13, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1201054.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1201054.htm