Stax Records

Stax Music Academy Presents STAX MEETS MOTOWN Black History Month Study Guide and Virtual Production

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Thursday, January 25, 2024

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Among soul music fans, few things are as emotionally charged as comparisons between Stax Records and Motown.  And now the Stax Music Academy has created a Black History Month production with an educational companion study guide: "Stax Meets Motown."  Educators and students can register HERE for the video production and BHM study guide.

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  • With Civil Rights and Black Studies Being Targeted Nationwide, Stax Music Academy Distributes Student-created Black History Month Study Guide to Commemorate Civil Rights, Black Radio, and the Recording Industry in 1960s and 70s
    MEMPHIS, Tenn., Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Among soul music fans, few things are as emotionally charged as comparisons between Stax Records and Motown.
  • And now the Stax Music Academy has created a Black History Month production with an educational companion study guide: "Stax Meets Motown.
  • "  Educators and students can register HERE for the video production and BHM study guide.
  • Some prefer the rawer, grittier sounds of Stax Records and some like the smooth, polished tunes of Motown in the Stax Music Academy's "Stax Meets Motown," but viewers can see why both are important in this original Black History Month production by the Stax Music Academy.

Music Buzzz Podcast Celebrates 3rd Year and Preps for Season 4, Continuing to Feature Stories You've (Likely) Never Heard Before from Those Who Were There

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

INDIANAPOLIS, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Music Buzzz Podcast launched in 2021 and has featured over 80 episodes of candid discussions with those who are and have been a fly on the wall in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of Musician, Design and Live. The podcast is hosted by Dane Clark (drummer in the John Mellencamp band since 1996), Hugh Syme (world-renowned graphic artist who has created albums covers for Rush, Dream Theater, Aerosmith, Bon Jovi, Joe Bonamassa, Megadeth, Def Leppard, Kiss, Whitesnake and more) and Andy Wilson (an entertainment executive and President of ELEVATE Entertainment & Event Support Services). Season 3 will wrap up this Friday with episode 82 guest, and legendary bassist, Leland Sklar (The Section, The Immediate Family, James Taylor, Phil Collins and many more) who has played on over 2,000 albums.

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  • Music Buzzz Podcast is hosted by industry veterans including drummer Dane Clark, album cover artist Hugh Syme and live entertainment executive Andy Wilson.
  • Season 4 episodes of Music Buzzz Podcast to feature past & present members of Booker T. & the M.G.
  • "Music Buzzz is a labor of love for the three of us.
  • A library of all Season 1, 2 and 3 episodes is available now.

Trust Marketing Expands Leadership with Focus on Growth, Evolution, and Family

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

Trust CEO/Founder Howard Robertson and COO/Founder Beverly Robertson proudly announce the appointments of son Ryan Robertson as Trust Marketing Corporate President and daughter Adrienne Robertson King as Trust Marketing Corporate Vice President.

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  • Trust CEO/Founder Howard Robertson and COO/Founder Beverly Robertson proudly announce the appointments of son Ryan Robertson as Trust Marketing Corporate President and daughter Adrienne Robertson King as Trust Marketing Corporate Vice President.
  • Howard and Beverly Robertson built Trust Marketing on the solid foundation of two impressive corporate careers in Memphis where they were both born.
  • Trust Marketing is built on over a century of their combined marketing, communications, and public/media/community relations experience.
  • Ryan Robertson, her youngest brother, has stellar marketing credentials, most recently as the SVP of Marketing for Group Black.

Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats To Headline Forrester’s 2023 B2B Summit North America

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Thursday, January 26, 2023

Forrester (Nasdaq: FORR) today announced that popular rock and soul band Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats will perform live at Forrester’s B2B Summit North America , taking place in Austin, Texas, and digitally, June 5–7, 2023.

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  • Forrester (Nasdaq: FORR) today announced that popular rock and soul band Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats will perform live at Forrester’s B2B Summit North America , taking place in Austin, Texas, and digitally, June 5–7, 2023.
  • B2B Summit North America features more than 100 sessions from analysts and thought leaders exploring key priorities top of mind for B2B marketing, sales, and product leaders.
  • Since its formation, contemporary rock and soul band Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats has released three studio albums — 2015’s Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, 2018’s Tearing at the Seams, and 2021’s The Future — all on Stax Records.
  • We look forward to having the group join us in Austin as a featured performer at this year’s B2B Summit North America.”

Texas Agency Goes Live on Cloud-Hosted Public Safety Solution from Tyler Technologies

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Tuesday, July 12, 2022

In addition to having more efficient and accurate public safety solutions for our agency, we have the added benefit of running these solutions in the cloud.

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  • In addition to having more efficient and accurate public safety solutions for our agency, we have the added benefit of running these solutions in the cloud.
  • Jersey Village being live on our hosted solutions demonstrates that cloud-based services are a viable option for public safety agencies, said Bryan Proctor, president of Tylers Public Safety Division.
  • Tyler Technologies (NYSE: TYL) provides integrated software and technology services to the public sector.
  • More information about Tyler Technologies, an S&P 500 company headquartered in Plano, Texas, can be found at tylertech.com .

Rosslyn Jazz Fest Presents a Contemporary Music Experience for 30th Anniversary

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Tuesday, June 14, 2022

ARLINGTON, Va., June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Rosslyn Business Improvement District (BID) today announced its lineup for the 30th annual Rosslyn Jazz Fest led by Cuba's Cimafunk ("Top 10 Latin Artist to Watch," Billboard). Other performers will include Mwenso & The Shakes, Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio, and Groove Orchestra. In partnership with the Rosslyn BID and Arlington Arts, this free festival will take place on Saturday, September 10, from 1 to 7 p.m. in Gateway Park (1300 Lee Highway, Rosslyn, Va.).

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  • Cuba's Cimafunk to Headline Free, Outdoor Music Festival at Gateway Park in Rosslyn, Virginia
    ARLINGTON, Va., June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Rosslyn Business Improvement District (BID) today announced its lineup for the 30th annual Rosslyn Jazz Fest led by Cuba's Cimafunk ("Top 10 Latin Artist to Watch," Billboard).
  • "Over the last three decades, Rosslyn Jazz Fest's music and amenities have evolved and grown, making us the largest outdoor music festival in Arlington," said Mary-Claire Burick, president of the Rosslyn BID.
  • Both veteran festival fans and curious newcomers are welcome for this upbeat celebration of contemporary jazz in the heart of cosmopolitan Arlington.
  • With an emphasis on international influences, the artists for this 30th year milestone blend African, Afro-American, and Latino traditions, rhythm, and movement with conventional jazz expression.

Peter Frampton and Duane Eddy to Lead All-Star Lineup at Buddy Holly’s 85th Birthday Celebration in Lubbock

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Monday, May 23, 2022

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    On Saturday, August 6, 2022, the Helen Jones Devitt Theater at the Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences in Lubbock, Texas will come alive as Grammy-winning superstar Peter Frampton, rock guitar pioneer Duane Eddy and special guests take the stage for Buddy Hollys 85th Birthday Celebration with a star-studded lineup of guitar and songwriting legends.
  • The Buddy Holly Hall is the crown jewel of the newly opened 220,000 square-foot, state-of-the-art performing arts and education campus owned and operated by the Lubbock Entertainment/Performing Arts Association.
  • I am excited and honored to be asked by my good friend Duane Eddy to participate in this tribute to Buddy Holly, said Frampton.
  • Said Eddy, I hope youll join us as we share memories and music of our dear friend, Buddy Holly.

Chill Brands Adds International Marketing and CPG Veterans to Team

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Thursday, September 23, 2021

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo., Sept. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Chill Brands Group announced a service agreement with Rhino Marketing that includes support for product development, marketing services and strategic communication.

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  • GRAND JUNCTION, Colo., Sept. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Chill Brands Group announced a service agreement with Rhino Marketing that includes support for product development, marketing services and strategic communication.
  • Rhino Marketing's Thomas Hensleyhas over 30 years of international brand experience across Red Bull, Budweiser, Nissan, British American Tobacco and the National Football League.
  • He is joined by Tim Ransom who is supporting Chill Brands Group using a track record of success that includes successful product design, launches and repositioning with brands that include Fruit of the Loom, Florida's Natural, Coppertone, Coca-Cola, Stax Recording, Hush Collection, Sarana Beer and a litany of other national and international brands.

Chill Brands Adds International Marketing and CPG Veterans to Team

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Thursday, September 23, 2021

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo., Sept. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Chill Brands Group announced a service agreement with Rhino Marketing that includes support for product development, marketing services and strategic communication.

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  • GRAND JUNCTION, Colo., Sept. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Chill Brands Group announced a service agreement with Rhino Marketing that includes support for product development, marketing services and strategic communication.
  • Rhino Marketing's Thomas Hensleyhas over 30 years of international brand experience across Red Bull, Budweiser, Nissan, British American Tobacco and the National Football League.
  • He is joined by Tim Ransom who is supporting Chill Brands Group using a track record of success that includes successful product design, launches and repositioning with brands that include Fruit of the Loom, Florida's Natural, Coppertone, Coca-Cola, Stax Recording, Hush Collection, Sarana Beer and a litany of other national and international brands.
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