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AEG Presents Names Nick Spampanato Chief Operating Officer, Venues

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木曜日, 5月 16, 2024
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AEG Presents, a global leader in live music and events, announced today that Nick Spampanato, having most recently served as Senior Vice President of Venue Operations, has been named Chief Operating Officer, Venues.

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  • AEG Presents, a global leader in live music and events, announced today that Nick Spampanato, having most recently served as Senior Vice President of Venue Operations, has been named Chief Operating Officer, Venues.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240516026585/en/
    “Nick is the best in the business,” commented Brent Fedrizzi, AEG Presents President, North American Regional Offices, to whom Spampanato will report.
  • Nick has a clear vision on how to effectively manage our critical portfolio of owned and operated venues, and how to propel the business forward.
  • Prior to joining AEG Presents, he spent 10 years at MSG Entertainment, first at the legendary Beacon Theatre in 2009 and then the famed Forum in 2012.

Denver's PrideFest Celebrates 50th Anniversary This Summer

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木曜日, 5月 9, 2024
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DENVER, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Denver PrideFest, one of the nation's premier LGBTQ+ events, will celebrate its 50th anniversary June 22-23, 2024. The two-day festival unites communities from across Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region as the parade, run and festival attracted an estimated 550,000 people to downtown Denver in 2023.

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  • -       The annual two-day event celebrates Denver's LGBTQ+ community with parade, run, festival and new Gayborhood Market -
    DENVER, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Denver PrideFest , one of the nation's premier LGBTQ+ events, will celebrate its 50th anniversary June 22-23, 2024.
  • Since its inception, Denver PrideFest has been a celebration of unity, inclusion and progress among the LGBTQ+ community and allies.
  • Since then, Denver PrideFest has grown into the largest celebration of LGBTQ + pride in the Rocky Mountain region.
  • This year's 50th anniversary festival kicks off with the Pride 5K presented by Smartwool on Saturday, June 22, followed by the two-day Denver PrideFest event at Civic Center Park boasting 250+ exhibitors, 30 food vendors and captivating live performances.

Introducing Young Tef: A Dynamic Force in Entertainment

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水曜日, 3月 13, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prepare to be captivated by the boundless talent of Young Tef, emerging from the vibrant streets of Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn. More than a comedian, she's a true embodiment of versatility in entertainment. From the tender age of 6, Young Tef wowed her family with an array of talents, effortlessly strumming the guitar, spinning rhymes, belting out melodies, busting moves, and igniting laughter with her infectious humor. Her upbringing in Brooklyn was a melting pot of creativity, from soul-stirring choir performances to commanding stages as an MC at church and school events.

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  • Meet Young Tef: a dynamic entertainer from Brooklyn, captivating audiences with her versatile talents and empowering message.
  • NEW YORK, March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prepare to be captivated by the boundless talent of Young Tef, emerging from the vibrant streets of Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn.
  • 'Not My Day' is the must-see cinematic event of the year, brought to you by Young Tef, The Royal Family Films and Mr. Commodore.
  • Over the past decade, Young Tef has meticulously honed her craft, refining her skills across the entertainment spectrum.

Now on reVolver Podcasts: Sound Up! With Mark Goodman and Alan Light. Your Essential Guide to All Things Music.

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水曜日, 1月 17, 2024
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DALLAS, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prepare for an extraordinary auditory journey as reVolver Podcasts proudly introduces Sound Up! with Mark Goodman and Alan Light, a national sensation that promises to be your go-to source for insightful discussions on everything happening in the world of music. The first episode is already available for streaming or downloading. The show will publish twice a week on Monday and Thursday.

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  • with Mark Goodman and Alan Light, a national sensation that promises to be your go-to source for insightful discussions on everything happening in the world of music.
  • where the enchanting blend of music, culture, and entertainment is expertly crafted by Emmy Award-winning music journalist Alan Light and industry veteran Mark Goodman.
  • with Mark Goodman and Alan Light in the reVolver Podcasts lineup brings immense excitement to our platform.
  • reVolver Podcasts is a leading force in digital audio content, dedicated to providing diverse, innovative, and engaging podcasts across various genres.

THE NAMM FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES $477,500 IN GRANTS TO 24 MUSIC-MAKING PROGRAMS

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火曜日, 12月 12, 2023
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CARLSBAD, Calif., Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The NAMM Foundation continues its vision of creating a more musical world, by providing financial grants to community music-making organizations that are serving as models for outreach and opportunities to make music. In line with the season of celebration and giving, a total of $477,500 has been awarded to 24 music organizations from around the world. The annual grants from NAMM Foundation reflect the generosity of all NAMM members and private donors and their ongoing support for the industry's annual gathering at The NAMM Show.

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  • The annual grants from NAMM Foundation reflect the generosity of all NAMM members and private donors and their ongoing support for the industry's annual gathering at The NAMM Show.
  • The Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation - NAMM Foundation funding supports the "School Instrument Donation" program serving low-income and under-resourced school music programs in both rural and urban communities across the country.
  • NAMM Foundation funding supports emerging programs at four existing sites and the addition of a new site.
  • Young Audiences Arts for Learning - NAMM Foundation funding supports, sustains, and expands the curation and management of The NAMM Foundation " Nonprofit Management Institute " at The 2024 NAMM Show.

The NAMM Foundation Announces 25th Year of Best Communities for Music Education Program

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水曜日, 10月 25, 2023
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CARLSBAD, Calif., Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- For the past 25 years, the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation has celebrated communities throughout the country by honoring schools and their districts with The NAMM Foundation's Best Communities for Music Education award (BCME). During those 25 years, The NAMM Foundation has reached communities representing more than 43 states and 900-plus combined school districts and individual schools. Part of the organization's mission is to recognize the commitment and efforts of teachers, administrators, parents, students and community leaders nationally for their dedication to music education as part of a well-rounded school curriculum. 

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  • "Music education plays an integral role in every student's overall learning and development and helps them build connections through musical activities," said Mary Luehrsen, executive director of The NAMM Foundation.
  • The schools and communities recognized by the Best Communities for Music Education demonstrate a commitment to ensure music learning opportunities are available for every student and provide an example for other communities to follow.
  • In conducting the annual survey, The NAMM Foundation collaborated with advisory organizations in the fields of music and education, including League of American Orchestras; Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation; Music for All; Music Teachers National Association; Save the Music Foundation; Yamaha, and Young Audiences.
  • A supporting organization of NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants), the NAMM Foundation is funded through trade association activities and donations.

UAPC's Mansfield Productions, Inc. Announces It Is Prepping Production for the Docu-Series Titled "Van*Nation Restoration: USA"

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火曜日, 7月 11, 2023
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White is no stranger to the world of film and television.

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  • White is no stranger to the world of film and television.
  • Chip explains that his enthusiasm for anything ‘van’ began when he was quite young.
  • “My surfing days as a teen introduced me to older surfers who had cool custom vans.
  • Audiences will love hearing the stories of and meeting the inspiration behind today’s high tech vans.”

9x Grammy nominee Roccstar and ThirdEye announce "RocEye", a breakthrough in AI/MR immersive experience to interact with Artists! Powered by smart glasses/apps for entertainment!

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金曜日, 6月 30, 2023
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Roccstar has brought several artists from his superstar roster of collaborations into the RocEye partnership to maximize reach worldwide through the biggest fanbases possible!

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  • Roccstar has brought several artists from his superstar roster of collaborations into the RocEye partnership to maximize reach worldwide through the biggest fanbases possible!
  • 9x Grammy nominee Roccstar & ThirdEye announce “RocEye”, breakthrough experience with Artists!
  • Roccstar wrote and produced numerous tracks on Chris Brown's album X , which was nominated for Best Urban Contemporary Album Grammy Award .
  • The use cases are truly limitless allowing fans located anywhere, anytime to interact with their favorite artists powered by our immersive technologies such as the Smart Glasses and HoloEye app."

ROAR SOCIAL USHERS IN A BOLD NEW ERA OF SOCIAL MEDIA

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水曜日, 6月 28, 2023
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WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif., June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Roar Social, a groundbreaking new social media platform, launches out of stealth mode today with over $10 million in seed funding. Reimagining social media as a force for social good, the platform is now welcoming enthusiastic users to sign up for VIP Early Access to its Beta release, which comes to Apple's App Store this summer.

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  • Roar Social will revolutionize both social media and philanthropy, giving Gen Z and Millennials a powerful tool to assert their values.
  • Roar Social makes social impact fun, leveraging the viral content and engagement that users already love – and channeling it into a larger social purpose.
  • Everyone – from professional content creators to casual social media users – can harness their time, attention and creative superpowers for good.
  • "Roar Social is meeting a cultural moment," said technologist and serial entrepreneur Robert Weiss, CEO and Founder of Roar Social.

American Group Travel Awards Come to Boca Raton in November

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木曜日, 6月 15, 2023
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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., June 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HotelPlanner, a leading individual and group travel technology platform, today announced the return of the American Group Travel Awards (AGTA), a black-tie charity gala the company created to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The philanthropic event will take place on Sunday, November 12, 2023 at the iconic Boca Raton Resort.

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  • WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., June 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HotelPlanner, a leading individual and group travel technology platform, today announced the return of the American Group Travel Awards (AGTA), a black-tie charity gala the company created to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital .
  • The American Group Travel Awards (AGTA) recognizes organizations, individuals, and destinations that showcase the very best in group travel.
  • This year’s Hotel Awards include Best Hotel Brand - Sport Team Travel & Leisure Groups; Best Hotel Management Company - Group Travel; Best Hotel Brand – USA & Global Groups & Meetings; Best Hotel Brand - Luxury Meetings & Events; and Best Hotel Brand - New Group Technology.
  • I believe we are now in a new ‘Golden Age of Travel’ and group travel is leading the way.