30 Kasım 2012 Cuma

Mike Tyson in Anaheim March 6

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CITY NATIONAL GROVE OF ANAHEIM
Mike Tyson: Undisputed TruthON SALE                               Fri., Dec. 7 at 10:00 amSHOW DATE                       March 6, 2013 at 8:00 PMTICKET PRICES                   $500.00* /  $300.00** / $67.50 / $47.50 / $37.50
*SUPER VIP tickets include a post-performance meet & greet and photograph with Mike Tyson plus a boxing glove, which he will sign at the meet & greet.**VIP tickets include a post-performance meet & greet and photograph with Mike Tyson.

Atlas Genius to release new album

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When It Was Now, the debut album from Atlas Genius, will be released on February 19, 2013 via Warner Bros. Records. The Australian band has been touring the U.S. non-stop for the past four months with groups like Silversun Pickups, Wolf Gang and Animal Kingdom and will wrap up their 2012 run with a sold-out headlining show at Los Angeles' Troubadour on December 11th. While in L.A., the band will perform on KCRW's "Morning Becomes Eclectic" on December 10th and make their U.S. television debut, performing the hit song "Trojans" on Jimmy Kimmel Live on December 12th.

"Trojans" Official Video on YouTubehttp://youtu.be/Sd2yr12abg8   
"Back Seat" (Goldroom Remix)http://soundcloud.com/atlas-genius/backseatgoldroomremix

The band wrote, recorded and produced When It Was Now themselves at a studio they built in their hometown of Adelaide, Australia. It was mixed by Michael Brauer at Electric Lady Studios in New York City.
Once their studio was built, the first song that Atlas Genius finished was "Trojans." After spending weeks tweaking it, they put "Trojans" on SoundCloud, Spotify, iTunes and Australia's Triple J Unearthed website. Then, they pretty much forgot about it.
"We began to think that music was a pipedream and we had all gone back to university to pursue more realistic careers," says lead singer Keith Jeffery. But as they crammed for their fall semester final exams, the blog Neon Gold discovered "Trojans" on the Triple J Unearthed site and wrote a post praising the song as sure to "invade your head, all dressed up in a clever disguise of earnest vocals riding a hooky riff." Checking the band's email account for the first time in over a month, they found their inbox being barraged by fans, record labels, booking agents and management companies from all over the world.
The band continued to write and record new songs in relative isolation in their studio as word on"Trojans" spread organically across the internet, with blog support leading to the song charting #1 on both Hype Machine and the We Are Hunted "Emerging Artist" Chart. SiriusXM Alt Nation found the song on a blog and started spinning "Trojans." The song spent four straight weeks as the #1 requested track on their listener generated Alt-18 countdown in early 2012. "Trojans" began to sell over 1,000 tracks per week in the States and soon climbed to 45,000 downloads sold - all with zero promotional efforts from the still-unsigned band.
Atlas Genius signed to Warner Bros. Records in the spring of 2012 and quickly released the three-song EP Through The Glass in June, featuring new songs "Back Seat" and "Symptoms." The band has released a variety of remixes for all three tracks through their SoundCloud page, including remixes by Lenno, Goldroom, Xaphoon Jones (of Chiddy Bang), Aislyn (of Passion Pit), Wild Cub, and Fred Falke. Each one charted on Hype Machine, with Lenno going to #1 and Goldroom and Xaphoon Jones going Top 5.
"Trojans" has slowly and steadily become a bonafide hit, selling over 100,000 singles to date and storming the Top 5 on the Modern Rock radio charts. The official music video for "Trojans" which was directed by Claire Marie Vogel, premiered simultaneously on MTV and VH1 earlier this month and can be seen HERE.
ATLAS GENIUS - 2012 NORTH AMERICAN DATES
11/28 - Norfolk, VA: 96X Winter Meltdown @ Ted Constant Convocation Center/Winter Meltdown12/01 - Chicago, IL: Q87.7 The Night We Stole Christmas @ Aragon Ballroom12/06 - San Francisco, CA: Live105 Not So Silent Night @ Mezzanine12/08 - Portland, OR: 94.7 A December to Remember @ Crystal Ballroom - SOLD OUT12/11 - Los Angeles, CA @ The Troubadour - SOLD OUT
Official Website: http://www.atlasgenius.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AtlasGenius YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/atlasgenius Twitter: https://twitter.com/#!/atlasgenius/ 

Jamie Wolford to release solo album

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“At the risk of sounding horribly pretentious, the title A Framed Life In Charming Light is kind of a metaphor for how we promote a better version of ourselves to each other. This alternate version hides how we actually feel about ourselves deep down inside,” cheekily explains JAMIE WOOLFORD, frontman of such influential bands as Animal Chin, The Stereo and Let Go about his debut solo album (Release date: January 15, 2013; Get Well Records). While bit heavy on the meaning behind the title, the music on A Framed Life in Charming Light fluctuates in weight from rock to pop to ballads to alt-punk, all without losing its cohesiveness or its focus on Jamie’s songwriting.
Known for crafting such indelibly-infectious songs as “New Tokyo Is Calling”, “Ramona” and “Don’t Say Uncle”, Woolford’s new material hearkens his trademark uber-melodicism that’s influenced countless alternative bands including Fall Out Boy, fun., and Cobra Starship to name just a few. The ebb and flow of the opening track,“Safe, Warm & Boring” kicks off the record with a waltzy backdrop, highlighting his velvety vocals amidst a piano-led melody. “[This song] sort of ‘leaks’ my love affair with softer music,” he explains. “My fans will hopefully be surprised to hear something this ‘classical’ from me, which is exciting.” From the chugging breakneck alt-pop of “No Contact” to the metallic guitar attack of“Rock Beats Money” to the harmonic balladry of “Gravity”, A Framed Life in Charming Light captures all his diverse strengths and packages them into a cohesive and tight album that is at once comfortable and familiar while expansive and challenging.“’Short Term Memory’ which closes the record, is one of the most poetic and artistic songs I've written to date,” Jamie says. “I love it for that and other reasons but in the end, people are going to like what they hear or not. My only role as an artist to honestly express myself and be as good at it as I can. Once it makes it into the hands of the listener it becomes something else entirely.”
Alternative Press has premiered “The Miracle Mile” which can be heard here:  http://www.altpress.com/features/entry/song_premiere_jamie_woolford_the_miracle_mile
Aside from being a master musical craftsman, Jamie has his humanitarianism in check as well - a portion of the proceeds made from this album will be donated to a very important cause that he supports. “The Polaris Project is a wonderful organization aimed at ending human trafficking,” he continues. “It's such an enormous problem worldwide that we HAVE to do something about. I'm no politician or preacher but I think that, in my own small way, if I can help bring a little more awareness to this problem then I have to.”“The challenge is being able to truly recognize what you have and what you're making in the moment as it's happening, Jamie concludes about this record. “That's not hard for a good producer but in almost every case, the artist is actually the MOST blind to their material and its potential. So when you choose to be artist, engineer, and producer all at once, it really becomes a challenge to keep all those roles in perspective and perform them well. I'll be honest, this is the most ambitious record I've ever made both in a musical and technical sense. Someone please remind how difficult this was next time, ok?”
A Framed Life in Charming Light will be released on January 15, 2013 on Get Well Records. It was written, performed, produced, engineered and mixed by Jamie Woolford.
www.jamiewoolford.com
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Help a Hathaway-Sycamores child over the holidays

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Holiday joy is most often associated with children, but for many other youngsters— particularly those who are in foster care, as well as those who are struggling with mental-health issues or whose families are financially fragile—the holidays can be a particularly challenging time of year. Hathaway-Sycamores Child and Family Services—the largest private provider of children's mental-health services in Los Angeles County—serves more than 9,000 such youngsters and families annually, and it is on their behalf that the nonprofit agency is reaching out and asking caring members of the community to help bring holiday happiness to those in need. There are several ways that members of the community can support Hathaway-Sycamores' efforts,including:
Buy a gift for a child—Gifts are needed for all age groups, from infants to age 18, as well as for those with special needs ages 19 through 25. Gifts should be unwrapped and nonviolent in nature.  Often requested items include: sports equipment; electronic and board games; art supplies; DVDs (PG or PG-13); CD walkman; boom box/alarm clock; beauty products; video games (G rated); stuffed animals; clothing; backpacks; hair accessories; and watches. Many of those in Hathaway-Sycamores' care are teenagers, so gift cards (such as Bath and Body Works, Best Buy, GameStop, Footlocker, Target, Walmart) are always a good choice, as are movie passes.  Cash donations are especially valued for helping Hathaway-Sycamores to fulfill children’s special wishes. Donated items can be mailed or brought—by Dec. 17— to Hathaway-Sycamores Child and Family Services Development Department, 210 S. DeLacey Ave., Ste.110, Pasadena, CA, 91105.
Order a 2013 Children's Calendar—Iconic local landmarks are interpreted anew through the eyes of aspiring young artists on the colorful, enchanting pages of the 2013 Hathaway-Sycamores Children's Art Calendar. Created through the “I Love LA” art project by students who receive academic enrichment and other support services from the Hathaway-Sycamores Highland Park Family Resource Center, this one-of-a-kind calendar is an ideal holiday gift. Not only is the calendar both beautiful and affordable ($10, plus $5 shipping and handling), but proceeds will help fund life-changing services for the thousands of youngsters and families served annually by Hathaway-Sycamores.  The calendar can be ordered at http://www.hathaway-sycamores.org or by calling (626) 395-7100 ext. 2516.
Adopt-a-Family—Gifts, household items, food, and grocery-store gift certificates are among the items needed by local families who might otherwise go without. Donated items can be mailed or brought—by Dec. 17— to Hathaway-Sycamores Child and Family Services Development Department, 210 S. DeLacey Ave., Ste. 110, Pasadena, CA, 91105.
Donate to Food Pantry—Hathaway-Sycamores Highland Park Family Resource Center operates a year-round food pantry for families in Northeast Los Angeles who are receiving mental-health services from the Center and who are living below the poverty line. This need escalates during the holiday season and the Family Resource Center is especially in need of : rice, beans, spaghetti, granola bars, juice boxes, bottled water, breakfast cereal, lunch meats, instant noodles, canned soup, bread. Items can be dropped off at the Family Resource Center—weekdays between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.—located at 840 N. Avenue 66 in Highland Park.    
For additional information about these opportunities to support Hathaway-Sycamores, contact Andi Sica at (626) 395-7100 ext. 2516 or e-mail AndreaSica@hathaway-sycamores.org. 

Sanrio and Forever 21 launch Hello Kitty Forever

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Hello Kitty spreads more smilesBy Michelle J. MillsPhotos by Dean Lee
Sanrio and Forever 21 have partneredfor Hello Kitty Forever, an exclusive collaboration that includesbedding, bath and home accessories. In addition to expanding theproduct line, the offerings boast a more "grownup" attitudewith styles and patterns that are even appropriate for office wear,as well as fun fashions for any age. But best of all, nothing in theentire collection is more than $30.

The new Kitty color palette ranges fromclassic black and white prints to cool apricot, teal and light pinkhues and further into lime greens and bouncy yellows. You will alsofind more of the characters from the Hello Kitty family playing upthe patterns, such as Chococat, Badtz-Mardu and Hagydon.

Some of our favorite pieces in thefashion line, include sweaters. There is a black sweater emblazonedwith a comic strip rendition of Badtz-Mardu, which is perfect forcasual days, and a preppy tangerine v-neck sweater with a sweetChococat applique that even moms on the go would love. The black andwhite filigree print collection features a jacket, leggings,miniskirt, scarf and more, plus bedding. Our must-buy in this set isthe scarf print top with its back and long sleeves done it lace-sophisticated and sassy.

We also liked the use of Peter Pancollars on many of the dresses and the attention to detail. Oneexample of perfect embellishment is a white shirt with a thin blackBadtz-Mardu patterned tie and a clutch of silver studs at eachshoulder. On the sweeter side, we liked a flowing apricot top withlong sleeves and a print of Hello Kitty peeking from one side. 

There are many casual items available,as well as pajamas and loungewear. One of the hits here is a greenthermal hoodie with a sunglass-wearing Hello Kitty on the front. Itcomes with thermal pants in cool yellow with a smaller Hello Kittypattern.

There is a jewelry line created by OnchMovement to complement the fashions. Pair cute bow and pretzel studearrings with oversized Hello Kitty pendants on bold chains orstrands of big pearls with smaller Kitty touches. The styles areplayful, yet many are quite elegant. 

Rounding out this new collaboration isa selection of travel, bath and bedding items. There are totes andumbrellas, along with hats, scarves and travel kits so you can shareyour love of Hello Kitty everywhere you go. 

Large pillows in black and white orapricot and teal prints are just right for finishing the look of abed decked out with sheets, pillowcases and a duvet cover thatmatches. On a side note, Hello Kitty is not prominent on everybedding pattern, so they can easily work in an adult's bedroomwithout making it look childish. 

But don't hesistate to show off yourfun side with character bath mats, towels, trash bins and more. Anddid we mention the lip gloss and nail polish sets? There are so manynew things, well, you really need to see them for yourself.

The Hello Kitty Forever collection isavailable at all Forever 21 stores and ranges from $5-$30. For moreinformation, visit www.sanrio.com and www.forever21.com.

29 Kasım 2012 Perşembe

Gay or straight, Matt Bomer'ss a terrific actor

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Gay or straight, Matt Bomer'ss a terrific actor

I'd really especially like to thank my beautiful familyThank you for teaching me what unconditional love is,” he says.

Super dreamy White Collar star Matt Bomer hasn't exactly been solidly in the closet, but it looks like he's finally comfortable talking about his husband and children in public. Welcome to the club, Matt.

The White Collar star has officially admitted he is gay and mentioned his partner Simon Halls and their three kids in an acceptance speech!

Matt Bomer has dodged rumors about his sexual orientation for years, but on Saturday, the White Collar star came out publicly at the Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards. The 34-year-old was honored with the New Generation

Matt Bomer couldn't be prouder, of his new award and of the people behind him: Partner Simon Halls and their three children. "I'd really especially like to thank my beautiful family: Simon, Kit, Walker, Henry. Thank you for teaching me what

Move over chocolate-covered strawberries. A better Valentine's treat awaits.

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Move over chocolate-covered strawberries. A better Valentine's treat awaits.

By Cara Kelly Sometime between the publication of Geoffrey Chaucer's first romantic Valentine's Day poem and when Hallmark jumped into the celebratory fray, chocolate-covered strawberries found their place alongside Sweethearts candies as a romantic

By Cara Kelly Sometime between the publication of Geoffrey Chaucer's first romantic Valentine's Day poem and when Hallmark jumped into the celebratory fray, chocolate-covered strawberries found their place alongside Sweethearts candies as a romantic

Employees at the Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory store in south Naperville know customers will be stopping in to buy it's most favored item, chocolate-covered strawberries. By Mary Ann Lopez Wine bottles in various stages of decoration at Rocky

Text EAT to 71700 to get a coupon for FREE chocolate covered strawberries! Who wouldn't want FREE chocolate covered strawberries on Valentine's Day? See all of the current Earthfare deals. Be Sociable, Share! Tweet.

The flavors are chocolate + strawberry, so I was all “aw, chocolate-covered strawberries!” I think that, technically, the chocolate would have to be on top for it to be “chocolate-covered”, but whatever. I played with the idea of making a chocolate

The IRS Where's My Refund Tool is Temporarily Out of Service

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The IRS Where's My Refund Tool is Temporarily Out of Service

A meeting was held including the FBI, US Attorney's office, Internal Revenue Service, state police and the Indiana County District Attorney's office. “We're right at the beginning of a very intensive investigation,” said Trooper John Matchik,

Two years later, some people are seeing truth in the magazine's assessment that the administration may be using the Internal Revenue Service to silence its opposition. Ohio Liberty Council, for instance, says they are being made to jump through hoops

TAMPA - Three hours before the IRS office in Tampa even opened Wednesday morning, upset taxpayers lined up at the door. They waited hours to talk to someone about their stolen refunds, but many had to just leave without finding out anything.

Orlando Sentinel education reporters blog about local Central Florida and Orlando-area schools and the education system.

Agency and union argue new hires bring in more revenue.

IRS: Beware of 'dirty dozen' tax scams

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IRS: Beware of 'dirty dozen' tax scams

Millions of taxpayers qualify for free tax preparation assistance from IRS-sponsored community-based, volunteer programs. Here are 10 things the IRS wants you to know about these volunteer programs. 1. The IRS sponsors both the Volunteer Income Tax

The IRS reminds taxpayers that, although most income they receive is taxable and must be reported on their federal income tax return, there are some instances when income may not be taxable. The IRS offers the following list of items that do not have

The IRS reminds taxpayers that, although most income they receive is taxable and must be reported on their federal income tax return, there are some instances when income may not be taxable. The IRS offers the following list of items that do not have

The IRS has attached liens to nearly all property owned by the city of Blytheville as the federal government tries to regain nearly $3 million in unpaid payroll taxes.

Read conservative news, blogs and opinion about IRS, Richmond, Taxes and Tea Party from The Weekly Standard, the must read magazine available in online edition.

Lowly Hornets Bring Knicks' Run to an End

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Lowly Hornets Bring Knicks' Run to an End

Coming into the game, New Orleans had fewer wins (six) than the Knicks had in their seven-game win streak. But the streak had to end some time, and the Knicks played so poorly that they deserved to lose the game, 89-85. New York never led in the game,

NEW YORK, Feb 17 (Reuters) - The streaking New York Knicks signed former Denver Nugget JR Smith on Friday, giving point guard sensation Jeremy Lin a new backcourt mate. Smith, who averaged 12.5 points a game during seven NBA seasons, was available

Lin committed nine turnovers, tied for the most in the NBA this season, and the New York Knicks had their seven-game winning streak stopped with an 89-85 loss to the New Orleans Hornets on Friday night. Lin scored 26 points, but his turnovers nearly

lin_fansA.jpg. Join us from the Garden tonight as we provide live coverage of all the Lin-sanity as the struggling New Orleans Hornets come to Broadway to face Jeremy Lin and the streaking Knicks (Corey Sipkin/Daily News):

NEW YORK, Feb 17 (Reuters) - The streaking New York Knicks signed former Denver Nugget JR Smith on Friday, giving point guard sensation Jeremy Lin a new backcourt mate. Smith, who averaged 12.5 points a game during seven NBA seasons, was available

28 Kasım 2012 Çarşamba

Gay or straight, Matt Bomer'ss a terrific actor

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Gay or straight, Matt Bomer'ss a terrific actor

I'd really especially like to thank my beautiful familyThank you for teaching me what unconditional love is,” he says.

Super dreamy White Collar star Matt Bomer hasn't exactly been solidly in the closet, but it looks like he's finally comfortable talking about his husband and children in public. Welcome to the club, Matt.

The White Collar star has officially admitted he is gay and mentioned his partner Simon Halls and their three kids in an acceptance speech!

Matt Bomer has dodged rumors about his sexual orientation for years, but on Saturday, the White Collar star came out publicly at the Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards. The 34-year-old was honored with the New Generation

Matt Bomer couldn't be prouder, of his new award and of the people behind him: Partner Simon Halls and their three children. "I'd really especially like to thank my beautiful family: Simon, Kit, Walker, Henry. Thank you for teaching me what

Move over chocolate-covered strawberries. A better Valentine's treat awaits.

To contact us Click HERE
Move over chocolate-covered strawberries. A better Valentine's treat awaits.

By Cara Kelly Sometime between the publication of Geoffrey Chaucer's first romantic Valentine's Day poem and when Hallmark jumped into the celebratory fray, chocolate-covered strawberries found their place alongside Sweethearts candies as a romantic

By Cara Kelly Sometime between the publication of Geoffrey Chaucer's first romantic Valentine's Day poem and when Hallmark jumped into the celebratory fray, chocolate-covered strawberries found their place alongside Sweethearts candies as a romantic

Employees at the Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory store in south Naperville know customers will be stopping in to buy it's most favored item, chocolate-covered strawberries. By Mary Ann Lopez Wine bottles in various stages of decoration at Rocky

Text EAT to 71700 to get a coupon for FREE chocolate covered strawberries! Who wouldn't want FREE chocolate covered strawberries on Valentine's Day? See all of the current Earthfare deals. Be Sociable, Share! Tweet.

The flavors are chocolate + strawberry, so I was all “aw, chocolate-covered strawberries!” I think that, technically, the chocolate would have to be on top for it to be “chocolate-covered”, but whatever. I played with the idea of making a chocolate

The IRS Where's My Refund Tool is Temporarily Out of Service

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The IRS Where's My Refund Tool is Temporarily Out of Service

A meeting was held including the FBI, US Attorney's office, Internal Revenue Service, state police and the Indiana County District Attorney's office. “We're right at the beginning of a very intensive investigation,” said Trooper John Matchik,

Two years later, some people are seeing truth in the magazine's assessment that the administration may be using the Internal Revenue Service to silence its opposition. Ohio Liberty Council, for instance, says they are being made to jump through hoops

TAMPA - Three hours before the IRS office in Tampa even opened Wednesday morning, upset taxpayers lined up at the door. They waited hours to talk to someone about their stolen refunds, but many had to just leave without finding out anything.

Orlando Sentinel education reporters blog about local Central Florida and Orlando-area schools and the education system.

Agency and union argue new hires bring in more revenue.

IRS: Beware of 'dirty dozen' tax scams

To contact us Click HERE
IRS: Beware of 'dirty dozen' tax scams

Millions of taxpayers qualify for free tax preparation assistance from IRS-sponsored community-based, volunteer programs. Here are 10 things the IRS wants you to know about these volunteer programs. 1. The IRS sponsors both the Volunteer Income Tax

The IRS reminds taxpayers that, although most income they receive is taxable and must be reported on their federal income tax return, there are some instances when income may not be taxable. The IRS offers the following list of items that do not have

The IRS reminds taxpayers that, although most income they receive is taxable and must be reported on their federal income tax return, there are some instances when income may not be taxable. The IRS offers the following list of items that do not have

The IRS has attached liens to nearly all property owned by the city of Blytheville as the federal government tries to regain nearly $3 million in unpaid payroll taxes.

Read conservative news, blogs and opinion about IRS, Richmond, Taxes and Tea Party from The Weekly Standard, the must read magazine available in online edition.

Lowly Hornets Bring Knicks' Run to an End

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Lowly Hornets Bring Knicks' Run to an End

Coming into the game, New Orleans had fewer wins (six) than the Knicks had in their seven-game win streak. But the streak had to end some time, and the Knicks played so poorly that they deserved to lose the game, 89-85. New York never led in the game,

NEW YORK, Feb 17 (Reuters) - The streaking New York Knicks signed former Denver Nugget JR Smith on Friday, giving point guard sensation Jeremy Lin a new backcourt mate. Smith, who averaged 12.5 points a game during seven NBA seasons, was available

Lin committed nine turnovers, tied for the most in the NBA this season, and the New York Knicks had their seven-game winning streak stopped with an 89-85 loss to the New Orleans Hornets on Friday night. Lin scored 26 points, but his turnovers nearly

lin_fansA.jpg. Join us from the Garden tonight as we provide live coverage of all the Lin-sanity as the struggling New Orleans Hornets come to Broadway to face Jeremy Lin and the streaking Knicks (Corey Sipkin/Daily News):

NEW YORK, Feb 17 (Reuters) - The streaking New York Knicks signed former Denver Nugget JR Smith on Friday, giving point guard sensation Jeremy Lin a new backcourt mate. Smith, who averaged 12.5 points a game during seven NBA seasons, was available

27 Kasım 2012 Salı

Shimmy Showcase in Long Beach Dec. 2

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DANCERS -  We still have one opening for the December 2 “Winter Wonderland” with Ilana.  Please see below for details.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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December 2 –  With the beginning of December, the holidays are just around the corner, and what better way to enjoy a holiday experience than at Shimmyshowcase’s Winter Wonderland, presented by Ilana and featuring guest dancers Heather, Aianna, and Reina.   We have room for one more dancer interested in joining these wonderfully creative ladies.   Please reply to this email or emailShimmyshowcase@gmail.com if you would like to be part of the holiday fun!
December 9 -  Abraiha is hosting this Shimmyshowcase, and welcomes Annakiya, Najma, Tehani, and LoriLei.  We would love to have you join us and enjoy wonderful performances by these beautiful and talented dancers!
December 16    - Saviya celebrates her 45th Birthday by going back to the 40’s!  So blow those horns and swing, swing, swing!   Featured guest dancers include the exciting and incomparable Anastasia, Rebecca, and Richie who will surely get you “In the Mood” to celebrate with some fantastic moves on the Shimmyshowcase dance floor.  Saviya is busy planning plenty of surprises and more guest performers, so be sure to mark your calendars and join us for a very special holiday birthday party finale to our 2012 Shimmyshowcase year! 
December 23 & 30 – NO SHIMMYSHOWCASE – Happy Holidays!
January 2013 – SHIMMYSHOWCASE Returns.  We’re still working our 2013 schedule—more to come in future announcements.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~We look forward to seeing you soon at the Sunday Shimmyshowcase at Viento y Agua!  ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
for Shimmyshowcase information & pictures, please visit our Blog at 
http://shimmyshowcase.blogspot.com/ .    
NEW!  Shimmyshowcase FACEBOOK page!  You can get there from http://www.facebook.com/geekdancr#!/profile.php?id=100003686838525&sk=wallor find us within Facebook at Shimmy Showcase LB orshimmyshowcase@yahoo.com

Taluna in Altadena Nov. 29

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TALUNA....A common thread runs from Dubrovnik to Vukovar, passing through Belgrade, touching lightly  Tirana and  Athens. A thread flowing underwater touching Brindisi and passing through Mediterranean, skimming the Andalusia coast. A thread moves on guitars and violins chords, rebounds on leather drums curving on the accordion keys. Knot of  these connections, these are TALUNA. Band formed by four musicians with different roots and backgrounds, moving their first steps in 2008 in Turin (Italy); an immigrant’s city become a meltin'pot  of Central Europe and North Africa cultures. GAIA MOBILIJ Calabrian lyre and accordion, MARCO GHEZZO violin, LUCA RUSSO acoustic guitar, PEPPINO LEONE percussions and traditional Southern Italian frame drums are the means of this mental, spatial and musical voyage - between gipsy and sephardic sounds, Balcans syncopated rhythms and the obsessed tarantella. Taluna landing place is a personal sound, their show is a revised traditional repertoire of traditional Italian music arranged in a Balkan key. But the real energy comes their songs written personally, in a mix of styles and  genres to which Taluna refers to.The voice is the principal element around that the percussion exprime with the beats balkanic and the violin and guitar approach different languages of improvisation. Refined music and irresistible for the dance.  Thursday, November 29. Show @ 8:00 P.M. Tickets: $15 The Coffee Gallery Backstage2029 N. LakeAltadena, CA.  Phone For Reservations:  (626) 798-6236
 

Barry Big B Brenner performances week of Nov. 26

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Barry Big B Brennerthis week at ...
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1009 El Centro StreetSOUTH PASADENA(626) 441-2443
http://www.eatatfirefly.com

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Lucille’s Smokehouse BBQFRIDAY & SATURDAY NIGHT NOVEMBER 30th & DECEMBER 1st from 7-11pm
VALENCIA24201 West Valencia Blvd.
(661) 255-1227
http://www.lucillesbbq.com/locations/valencia
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Firefly BistroSUNDAY BLUES BRUNCHDECEMBER 2nd from 11am-2pm
1009 El Centro Street
SOUTH PASADENA(626) 441-2443
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 For a Complete List of Big B’s Upcoming Shows, 
Go to...SHOWS http://www.myspace.com/barrybigbbrenner/shows
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Johnny Gat benefit in Pasadena Dec. 2

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From Sierra Madre Sue~ The MUSIC NEWS mailing list can be a powerful thing. Collectively we've come to the aide of fellow members in many different situations.... bought new guitars for Snotty Scotty and Steve Bruen when theirs were damaged in an accident, found homes for cats and dogs, provided furniture and household goods, found roommates and tenants, supported each others' yard sales and school fundraisers, etc.  Love for live music brought us together, and when there's a worthy cause that needs help, the Music News family steps up to the plate. Well, here's an opportunity to support a friend in need and enjoy some great live music at the same time.  Read on...  Fundraiser for Johnny Gay Come support a fundraiser for longtime Snotty Scotty and the Hankies fan and brother of Steve Bruen and Tammy Barnett-Gay, Johnny Gay.He is in need of funds to help with his recent health problems and handicap - basically, Johnny needs a new leg.  All help will be appreciated dearly. Music by Snotty Scotty and the Hankies.Pot luck food to be served. $5.00 suggested donation.Bring a dish for the pot luck, if possible. When: Sunday, December 2ndFrom: 3:00 to 7:00pm Where: American Legion Post 280 East Pasadena179 N. Vinedo Ave.East Pasadena, 91107626-792-9938

Help Knott's with Toys for Tots Drive Dec. 1-16

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Knott’s Berry Farm will look like Santa’s Toy Shop this year as it stocks hundreds of toys for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Drive.  This year guests can simplify their holiday gift buying by purchasing a $25 gift at the Knott’s California Shop located in Knott’s MarketPlace and then bringing it to Knott’s Main Gate for free admission. Those wishing to bring their own new, unwrapped gift valued at $25 or more, will be given avoucher to purchase a regular Knott’s Merry Farm admission for only $25.            For those who wish to donate to Toys for Tots online, simply go to www.knotts.com and your donation will purchase a gift for the Toys for Tots Drive and provide you with a ticket to Knott’s as a thank you.The U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Drive at Knott’s runs Dec. 1-16, 2012 only.  The collected toys will be distributed by U.S. Marine Corps Reserve personnel to disadvantaged children throughout Southern California.  The annual program is part of a nationwide U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots program.  Knott’s Berry Farm is one of the largest collection sites for Toys for Tots in Southern California collecting more than 679,000 toys over the years.A visit to Knott’s Merry Farm is a wonderful way to celebrate the holiday season with your family.  The Park, which has been transformed into a spectacular winter wonderland, includes activities for the whole family including a colorful Christmas parade and a spectacular holiday ice show.The “A Peanuts’ Holiday Parade” is a Christmas celebration with seven elaborately themed floats featuring the Peanuts gang as the get ready for the holiday season. Children and adults alike will be swept away into a magical world of dancing snowmen, oversized toys and glittering Christmas trees.Returning to Knott’s 2,100-seat Charles M. Schulz Theatre is “It’s Christmas, Snoopy!”  This ice spectacular is hosted by the famous skating Beagle and features Knott’s ensemble skaters, dazzling sets, colorful costumes and plenty of surprises!  There is no better way to get into the holiday season than to enjoy the world’s most famous beagle as he skates to your favorite holiday music in a production that is truly breathtaking.                Back for 2012’s Merry Farm is Elf Mountain Christmas.  The famous Timber Mountain Log Ride has once again been transformed into the North Pole where we can all get a glimpse of Santa and his elves getting ready for their busiest night of the year.  Rich with lights, music and the merriest of times, this attraction will remain open until Jan. 6, 2013.            Knott’s Merry Farm also offers guests the opportunity to get a little Christmas shopping done.  Knott’s 1880’s Ghost Town becomes Knott’s Christmas Crafts Village, and invites guests to explore one-of-a-kind treasures created by dozens of artisans in a Victorian holiday wonderland.  And don’t miss live performances of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” and O. Henry’s “A Gift of the Magi” in the Bird Cage Theatre.              The Toys for Tots campaign collected over 27,000 toys at Knott’s Berry Farm last year and hopes to exceed that number this December.  Each year, the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve coordinates the distribution of the collected toys to disadvantaged children through local social service agencies.  This year’s campaign at Knott’s is supported by UPS, who will transport collected toys to the local U.S. Marine Corps drop-off center. For information on Knott’s Merry Farm activities and show schedules, call (714) 220-5200 or click on www.knotts.com or download the Knott’s Berry Farm mobile app for your smartphone.

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New Posters by Justin Santora On Sale and a preview

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Justin Santora has released 3 new posters and a little preview of something he did for an upcoming show.

The first is for The Devil Makes Three. It's a four color screen print, and a signed/numbered edition of 150.
Next up is an art print entitled "Going Home." Two color screen print, signed/numbered edition of 75.
Last is a new poster for Grace Potter and the Nocturnals. Four color screen print, signed/numbered edition of 100.
All prints are 18x24" and are available here.

Earlier this year, Justin was commissioned to do bottle label artwork for Brouwerij West brewery. Check it out.

Justin also participated in Galerie F's End of the World exhibition, which just opened this past Friday. Work from the show should be live and available on their site shortly. A little preview image of my print is attached to this email.

Lastly, Justin will be announcing the info for the 2013 print subscription in the next couple of weeks. If you're interested or have any questions about a subscription, feel free to get in touch with him ahead of time.TweetPin It

End of the World Print sale by Galerie F

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Galerie F held an exhibition at the gallery last Friday titled End of the World. Today they are selling 5 prints from the show.

Rapture. Asteroid collisions. Tom Cruise fighting space robots. The end of the world has been a target for wildly liberal speculation for decades. It is only in 2012 that doomsday forecasts seem reasonably relevant. We have assembled a crack team of printmakers for an exhibition exploring this theme, “The End of the World”.
PARTICIPATING ARTISTS ::
Landland
Delicious Design League
Sean Mort
Gina Kelly
Justin Santora
FugScreens Studios
Billy Craven
Dan Grzeca
Gregory Oberle
Shawn Roberts
Ryan Duggan, Drug Factory Press
John Vogl, the Bungaloo
Josh Davis
Michael Hacker
Michael Lauritano
Justin VanGenderen
Lloyd Patterson Jr.
John Howard
Show poster designed by Sean Mort.


"Let the End Times Roll" by Dan Black of Landland. Edition of 135, 24"x18". $40.00

"Lifeboat" by Dan Grzeca. Edition of 120, 18"x24". $40.00

"No Flag Large Enough" by Justin Santora. Edition of 80, 18"x24". $40.00

"Splitting the Atom" by Delicious Design League. Edition of 66, 18"x24". $40.00

"Wake Up!" by Michael Hacker. Watercolor painting in handembellished frame, 3.25"x4.25". $175.00
The prints drop today Monday 11/26/2012 at 2PM CST. This link will go live at that time :: www.galerief.com/portfolio-type/store/end-of-the-world/TweetPin It

Frank KoZik Cyber mOnday Gipper release

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The Gipper
Silver Edition
Edition size: 50 pieces
price 200.00
* this item ships by itself-no combo orders

where? www.frankkozik.net/store
when? Monday, CYBERMONDAY at NOON PST thats November 27th 2012

Size: 16"
Material: rotocast vinyl

Perfect for the Xmas season, Frank Kozik presents our favorite all time punk rock n roller the mighty whitey Ronald Wilson Reagan. Remember kids, no Ronnie-NO PUNK ROCK! I mean, can you imagine tharshin' in the pit to a band called Carter Youth? Didn't think so!TweetPin It

Guzu Gallery Presents Strange Beasts: A Tribute to the Japanese Kaiju Phenomenon

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Tim Doyle



Jesse Phillips

Guzu Gallery Presents
Strange Beasts: A Tribute to the Japanese Kaiju Phenomenon
November 30th, 2012 - December 31st, 2012
Opening Reception: Friday, November 30th, 2012 • 7-10pm

Guzu Gallery
5000 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78751
www.guzugallery.com

Featuring screen prints, original artwork and custom toys from artists both local and nationwide, Guzu Gallery is proud to present their first themed art show…

Strange Beasts: A Tribute to the Japanese Kaiju Phenomenon

A band of twenty rogue artists has been assembled to defeat…ahem, pay homage to…those mighty, mammoth monsters from the movie and TV screens of Japan. As we speak, kaiju are awakening all over the world…soon the invasion will begin at Guzu Gallery!

The opening reception will be Friday, November 30th from 7 to 10pm and the artwork will remain up through the end of 2012. If you can't make it out to the gallery, they will have limited edition screen prints available online on Saturday, December 1st at Noon CST.

Featured Artists:
Joshua Budich
Nicole Cantu
Jason Chalker
Tim Doyle
Clay “Ferg" Ferguson
Matt Frank
Paul Hanley
Alexander Iaccarino
Shawn K. Knight
Danny Miller
David Moscati
New Flesh
Jesse Philips
Zach Taylor
Eric Torres
Vincent X. Torres
Nathan Walker
Scott Wetterschneider
Robert Wilson IV

About Guzu Galley
Opening its doors in February of 2012, Guzu Gallery is the art gallery/ designer toy venture of Austin Books & Comics -- a 35-year pop culture institution. The gallery is located at 5000 N Lamar in Austin, Texas and offers fans the chance to view and purchase prints and works from artists across the globe. Collectible vinyl toys, art books, graphic novels, and peculiar gifts fill out the rest of the loft-like space, creating an unusual atmosphere one has to see to believe.

The preview images above are done by
Jason Chalker - "Kaijusaurus Cyclopticus" - 3" toy custom
Tim Doyle - "Strange Beast" - 24"x36" screen print 5 color. Edition of 125
Jesse Philips - "Mecha-Pufnstuff" (H.R. Pufnstuff) - 18"x24" screen print
Eric Torres + Vincent X. Torres - "The Spaceman From Nebula M78" (Ultraman) - 24"x36" - screen print

I asked Tim Doyle about his piece (which is the first original piece that size he has done since 2008) he mentioned since it was for a show about Japanese Monsters he used a Japanese Schoolgirl because nothing is more scary than Japanese Schoolgirls.TweetPin It

Shepard Fairey Station to Station Large Format Posters Release Details

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Obey Giant is set to unleash some massive Shepard Fairey posters this week. The Station to Station posters are 39 5/8 inches by 54 5/8 inches, 5 Color,  Large Format Screen Print on 100% Cotton Rag Archival Paper.  Printed by Modern Multiples.   Edition of 50.  Sold individually for $850 or buy all 4 (Station to Station 1, 2, 3 and 4) for $3200.  Certificate of Authenticity provided

Release Date: 11/27/2012 at 10am PST in Large Format PrintsTweetPin It