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MULTI-MEDIA LIFESTYLE COMPANY, xoNECOLE ANNOUNCES ITS INAUGURAL ITGIRL 100 LIST POWERED BY HYUNDAI

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

NEW YORK, March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- xoNecole, the leading digital lifestyle brand for Millennial and Gen-Z women of color, announced Friday its 2024 inaugural ItGirl 100 List. Powered by Hyundai, the ItGirl List celebrates 100 Genzennial women who are bold, unapologetic, and aren't afraid to pull up their seats to the table. Across regions and industries, these women embody the essence of discovering self-value through purpose, under the mantra that every girl has an "It" factor. The complete list can be viewed at: www.https://www.xonecole.com/itgirl100.

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  • NEW YORK, March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- xoNecole , the leading digital lifestyle brand for Millennial and Gen-Z women of color, announced Friday its 2024 inaugural ItGirl 100 List.
  • Powered by Hyundai, the ItGirl List celebrates 100 Genzennial women who are bold, unapologetic, and aren't afraid to pull up their seats to the table.
  • To complement the ItGirl 100 list, xoNecole and Hyundai have created "It Girl In Motion," an original short-form video series.
  • "We're thrilled to partner with xoNecole in celebrating the remarkable achievements of the ItGirl 100 honorees," said Erik Thomas, director of experiential marketing, Hyundai Motor America.

Google and U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. Launch Fourth Annual Black-Owned Friday to Empower Black-Owned Businesses Now and Beyond the Holidays

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Monday, November 20, 2023

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Google, in collaboration with the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC), proudly announces the launch of the fourth annual Black-owned Friday campaign. This initiative aims to drive support for Black-owned businesses nationwide, fostering economic empowerment within the Black community. This year's campaign features the talented KeKe Palmer, Emmy Award-winning Actress, and Recording Artist, in a fun-filled video that serves as an inspiring call to action for searching, shopping, and supporting Black-owned businesses 100% of the time.

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  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Google, in collaboration with the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC), proudly announces the launch of the fourth annual Black-owned Friday campaign.
  • This initiative aims to drive support for Black-owned businesses nationwide, fostering economic empowerment within the Black community.
  • ByBlack is strategically designed to connect Black businesses with customers, capital, and community, emphasizing the sustained importance of supporting Black entrepreneurs.
  • From the Google Black-owned business attribute to the comprehensive ByBlack Directory, this initiative seeks to simplify the process of discovering and supporting Black-owned businesses.

IMAX Sparkles With $13 Million Global Debut "TAYLOR SWIFT: THE ERAS TOUR"

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Monday, October 16, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- IMAX Corporation (NYSE: IMAX) hit a high note at the global box office this weekend with a $13 million debut for "TAYLOR SWIFT: THE ERAS TOUR", making it the biggest IMAX opening ever for a film by a musical artist — concert or documentary. The highly anticipated release from the global pop icon earned an impressive $11 million in North America on IMAX screens — good for 11% of the overall Domestic gross — in addition to $2 million oversees. 

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  • The highly anticipated release from the global pop icon earned an impressive $11 million in North America on IMAX screens — good for 11% of the overall Domestic gross — in addition to $2 million oversees.
  • "The impressive numbers we're seeing with 'TAYLOR SWIFT: THE ERAS TOUR" are usually reserved for Hollywood blockbusters, demonstrating how demand for the IMAX Experience has expanded beyond our core audience," said Rich Gelfond, CEO of IMAX.
  • Distributed domestically by AMC and Variance and internationally by Trafalgar, "TAYLOR SWIFT: THE ERAS TOUR" opened on 613 IMAX screens worldwide.
  • TAYLOR SWIFT: THE ERAS TOUR" continues a surge in music and concert films across the IMAX global network.

Slumberkins Releases New Single Titled “Take A Deep Breath” from Artist Trevor Hall as Part of Music Album Launch of “Together We Shine, Vol. 1”

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Friday, July 28, 2023

1,” executive produced by Emmy-nominated, platinum-selling Indie-pop artist Ingrid Michaelson and set to be released August 25, 2023.

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  • 1,” executive produced by Emmy-nominated, platinum-selling Indie-pop artist Ingrid Michaelson and set to be released August 25, 2023.
  • "Making this song helped me tap into my inner child and what meaningful lessons I would want to teach my own son,” said Trevor Hall.
  • Listen to “ Take a Deep Breath ” now on your favorite streaming service including Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Pandora and YouTube.
  • For more information about Slumberkins and the new music album release, visit www.slumberkins.com .

Believe and TuneCore Host Gender Equality Hub, Offering a Series of Specialized Master Classes By Key Industry Partners Available to All Reeperbahn Attendees

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Saturday, September 24, 2022

REEPERBAHN, Germany, Sept. 24, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Believe, one of the leading digital music company, and its leading independent artist-direct digital music distributor TuneCore, have assembled a one day program of master classes, designed to give Reeperbahn Festival attendees access to Keychange's career building programming.

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  • Now in its second year, the Gender Equality Hub will again be hosted at the Hamburger Ding in Reeperbahn.
  • The slate of master classes are part of Reeperbahn Festival's official conference schedule and open to all attendees, with priority given to women and gender minorities.
  • This initiative is perfectly aligned with our CSR strategy, ' Shaping Music for Good ,' and our commitment to creating a more equitable, respectful and inclusive music industry."
  • Among those presenting master classes are YouTube, Apple Music, SoundCloud, TikTok, RecordJet, and Sentric Music.

The Recording Industry's Music Performance Trust Fund Announces More than $165,000 in Scholarships Granted Throughout North America

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Wednesday, September 14, 2022

NEW YORK, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A scholarship program utilizing assets of the recording industry's Music Performance Trust Fund has granted more than $165,000 to 120 students.

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  • Established by major music recording labels, the MPTF distributed 120 scholarships to benefit aspiring professional musicians and children of professional musicians
    NEW YORK, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A scholarship program utilizing assets of the recording industry's Music Performance Trust Fund has granted more than $165,000 to 120 students.
  • The MPTF's Music's Future scholarship revives an initiative from the 1990s that supports aspiring professional musicians studying at the post-secondary level.
  • We also seek to make music and music education an exciting experience, and to expand it to every child's life experience.
  • The MPTF was established more than 70 years ago by recording companies including Sony Music, Universal Music Group, and Warner Music Group.

The Queen is Here…

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Friday, May 13, 2022

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., May 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In honor of Women's Health Month (May), Kushae (pronounced koo-SHAY), the first OB/GYN created, plant-based feminine care system, is proud to announce Celebrity Mom LeToya Luckett as its official Brand Ambassador. Kushae is the first feminine health and hygiene company to launch a major global celebrity campaign, focused specifically on helping women become bold, unapologetic, and fearless about making their feminine health a priority. Kushae, a Black-owned and women-led business, continues to dismantle the stigmas and barriers women face in speaking about their feminine health and wellness. This month, to celebrate LeToya as the newest member of the Kushae family, the brand will offer anyone making a purchase over $50 a chance to win 1 of 5 autographed products (must use code LETOYA).

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  • Kushae, a Black-owned and women-led business, continues to dismantle the stigmas and barriers women face in speaking about their feminine health and wellness.
  • For Kushae Co-Founder and CEO, Kimba Williams, choosing LeToya Luckett as the company's first Brand Ambassador was a natural choice.
  • As the proud Mom of two beautiful children, Iunderstand how the different phases of life can change a woman's body.
  • Kushae also encourages women to develop feminine health routines and to be more proactive and intentional about their feminine wellness.

Still Austin Cask Strength Straight Bourbon Whiskey Awarded Double Gold at the 2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition

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Tuesday, April 12, 2022

Still Austin Whiskey Co., a homegrown distillery situated in the heart of South Austin, is excited to announce that its Cask Strength straight bourbon whiskey was awarded a Double Gold medal at the 2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.

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  • Still Austin Whiskey Co., a homegrown distillery situated in the heart of South Austin, is excited to announce that its Cask Strength straight bourbon whiskey was awarded a Double Gold medal at the 2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
  • The expression is a deeper, darker, more robust version of its fruit-forward sibling (aka The Musician Straight Bourbon), which is also a Double Gold winner.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220412005883/en/
    Still Austin Whiskey Co., a homegrown distillery situated in the heart of South Austin, is excited to announce that its Cask Strength straight bourbon whiskey was awarded a Double Gold medal at the 2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
  • Still Austins collection of spirits includes Still Austins flagship Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Cask Strength Bourbon Whiskey, and Still Rye Gin.

Author James Robinson Retains TransMedia Group to Raise Mental Health Awareness Focusing on His autobiography 'It Had To Happen, But It Couldn't Kill Me'

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Wednesday, February 9, 2022

BOCA RATON, Fla., Feb. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TransMedia Group to raise mental health awareness focused on Charlotte, NC youth mentor and motivational speaker James Robinson and his autobiography "It Had To Happen, But It Couldn't Kill Me," which is helping others with mental health struggles.

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  • BOCA RATON, Fla., Feb. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TransMedia Group toraise mental health awareness focused on Charlotte, NC youth mentor and motivational speaker James Robinson and his autobiography " It Had To Happen, But It Couldn't Kill Me ," which is helping others with mental health struggles.
  • TransMedia said its PR program will highlight James Robinson autobiography to media in the health industry, while working with his manager D4G Management on various bookings.
  • "Robinsonis a talent who has an important message to share with media as well as with the many who have struggles with mental health issues," said TransMedia Group President Adrienne Mazzzone.
  • "James Robinson has an impactful book that shines a light on the pervasive problem of mental issues plaguing our society," said Mazzone.

TransMedia Group to Media Amplify '3-Time Industry Showcase Winner' Dequan Starnes and His Latest Hit Song 'You're Enough'

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Wednesday, January 5, 2022

TransMedia said its PR program will highlight Dequan Starnes', aka Q-Starnes, talents and leadership as D4G ManagementManager and Recording Artist.

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  • TransMedia said its PR program will highlight Dequan Starnes', aka Q-Starnes, talents and leadership as D4G ManagementManager and Recording Artist.
  • Dequanis one of the most impactful hip-hop acts to come out of Monroe, NC.
  • TransMediawill also increase exposure of Dequan's hit song released last March titled You're Enough, available on Apple Music and Spotify .
  • At the early age of 5, Dequan was handed a microphone by his grandmother and never looked back.