Paul Korda . com - The Web Home of Paul Korda, singer, musician & song-writer.

International Entertainment News

Saturday, July 31, 2010

Mackinac Island Music Festival

Mackinac Island Music Festival

MACKINAC ISLAND, Mich., July 31 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Mackinac Island has been known as a gathering place for centuries and musicians from across the country will gather August 17-19, 2010 for the Mackinac Island Music Festival. Presented by the Grey Goose-the World's Best Tasting Vodka, Classic Rock THE BEAR and Great Turtle Festivals, performances abound around the car-less Island's quaint pubs, historic theatres and includes a tribute to the mega concert Festival Express.

Veteran blues musician/comedian DC Malone will headline on August 18, incorporating some incredible guitar work and a great blues voice. Malone relates "I love to perform; to form an instant rapport with a live audience is a great feeling." With his slightly warped take on life, relationships, drinking and with great music to back it up, DC Malone is very entertaining. Opening the show is Detroit Music Award Winner Audra Kubat, one of the Motor City's most well known voices. Incorporating folk, rock, alternative and indie styles, her instrumental ability is only overshadowed by her unique and unforgettable voice.

This season the festival will pay tribute to the 1970 mega concert/rockumentary "Festival Express" which was a multi-band, multi-day extravaganza that captured the spirit and imagination of a generation and a nation. Musicians included Janis Joplin, The Band, Grateful Dead, Buddy Guy, Traffic, Sha Na Na and more. It is considered "one of the best performance films of all time" by Hollywood Reporter.

Detroit Music Award winning blues/folk singer extraordinaire Barbara Payton (Bob Seger/Kid Rock vocalist) will perform with guitarist Chris Brantley (Mitch Ryder & the Detroit Wheels) and take on the tunes of Janis Joplin while Billy Brandt and his band of musicians will take on the Grateful Dead. Island musician Mary McGuire and friends will interpret the music of Traffic while the Forbes Brothers, recipients of over 25 Detroit Music Awards, will revive the tunes of The Band.

Island musician and festival director Mary McGuire shares "performing with friends immersed in the beauty of Mackinac Island makes this festival something special. We all get to live together on a beautiful Island and jam before and after all the gigs." She adds "the Mission Point Theatre is charming, it was built with fifty foot trusses made of Norway Pine from nearby Bois Blanc Island and forty-five tons of native stone so not only is it beautiful, the sound quality is amazing."

About the Mackinac Island Music Festival:

Mackinac Island is a National Historic Landmark located between Michigan's upper and lower peninsulas and covers 2,200 acres of land. The Island banned private motor vehicle use during the last century and today relies on the services of more than 600 horses to provide residents and visitors transportation around the Island.

For more information visit: www.mackinacislandmusicfestival.org

Contact:
Bart Berkshire
Events Director
Great Turtle Festivals
info@greatturtlefestivals.org
800-454-5227

Source: Great Turtle Festivals

CONTACT: Bart Berkshire, Events Director, Great Turtle Festivals,
+1-800-454-5227, info@greatturtlefestivals.org

Web Site: http://www.mackinacislandmusicfestival.org/


-------
Profile: intent

International Entertainment News

Friday, July 30, 2010

Ad Systems Lowers Costs with the Development of New MPEG Decoding Technology

Ad Systems Lowers Costs with the Development of New MPEG Decoding Technology

SALEM, Ore., July 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ad Systems Communications, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: ADSY) , a leading service provider of digital media and video communications for all major cable TV networks, announces that it has completed the development of an in-house MPEG decoder, a fundamental building block for its proprietary, patent-pending cable TV ad insertion systems. Ad Systems was previously purchasing this technology from outside vendors whose business emphases were not necessarily compatible with the strategic goals of the Company. By developing its own technology any sourcing risk has thereby been negated.

"The new MPEG decoding technology we have developed lets us roll out new systems at a much lower cost per unit basis than before with a direct result on net profits. In addition, we are no longer reliant on third party vendors," says Martin Alcock, Chief Technology Officer for the Company. "In addition our policy of technology ownership has enabled us to move forward with our business plan more aggressively than our competition," he adds.

About Ad Systems Communications, Inc.

Ad Systems Communications, Inc. is a digital media and video communications services Company which provides quality advertising inventory for all the major cable TV networks such as ESPN, MTV, DISCOVERY, CNN, LIFETIME, A&E, FOX NEWS and TNT by deploying its patent pending insertion and streaming media technology into the cable, satellite and IP television markets. The company derives revenue from this inventory by selling it to advertisers to insert both long and short form video commercials into highly targeted markets.

For more information, visit: http://www.adsystemscatv.com/.

Forward-Looking Statement: The statements in the press release that relate to the Company's expectations with regard to the future impact on the Company's results from acquisitions or actions in development are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The statements in this document may also contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. When used in this press release, the` words "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "may," "intend," "expect" and similar expressions identify such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties, and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in such statements. Such risks, uncertainties, and factors include, but are not limited to, future capital needs, changes, and delays in product development plans and schedules, or market acceptance.

Contact:
Ad Systems Communications, Inc.
Investor Relations
ir@adsystemscatv.com
(617) 871-0204

Source: Ad Systems Communications, Inc.

CONTACT: Ad Systems Communications, Inc. Investor Relations,
+1-617-871-0204, ir@adsystemscatv.com


-------
Profile: intent

International Entertainment News

3rd Annual WBAB Long Island Police Tug-of-War Championship

3rd Annual WBAB Long Island Police Tug-of-War Championship

Friday, July 30th - 6pm at Jones Beach Field Four

WEST BABYLON, N.Y., July 30 /PRNewswire/ -- A benefit for the "Wounded Warrior Project", an organization that helps our troops as they return home from overseas with traumatic physical and psychological injuries.

Featuring THREE TUG-OF-WAR EVENTS:
-- Suffolk vs. Nassau Police
-- Suffolk vs. Nassau Deputy Sheriffs
-- Suffolk vs. Nassau Correction Officers

Plus, the Nassau and Suffolk Police Pipe and Drums.

Official referees will include members of the armed services recently back from Iraq and Afghanistan.

Come see the 2009 Championship Teams from Suffolk County defend their titles. (Nassau police won in 2008)

After the event, stick around for the Championship Cup and Medal Presentation and a live performance by Motley Crue tribute "Theatre of Pain".

Great raffle prizes will be awarded with all proceeds benefiting the Wounded Warrior Project.

All details are at wbab.com.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
------------------

5:30pm Team and Group Photos on the sand with Roger & JP

6:00pm Event starts with Roger & JP on the Beach Stage

6:15pm National Anthem - All Teams on sand

6:30pm CORRECTION OFFICERS PULL
Award Cup on Beach Stage immediately following

6:45pm DEPUTY SHERIFFS PULL
Award Cup on Beach Stage immediately following

7:05pm NCPD vs. SCPD PULL
Award Cup on Beach Stage immediately following

Winning Correction Officers team invited on stage to accept
7:35pm trophies/medals
Winning Deputy Sheriffs team invited on stage to accept trophies/
medals
Winning Police team invited on stage to accept trophies/medals
Check Donation Presentations

Thank you, Goodnight.

Source: WBAB

CONTACT: Todd Shapiro, +1-212-967-5700

Web Site: http://www.wbab.com/


-------
Profile: intent

International Entertainment News

Gray Sets Date for Second Quarter Earnings Release and Earnings Conference Call

Gray Sets Date for Second Quarter Earnings Release and Earnings Conference Call

ATLANTA, July 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Gray Television, Inc. (NYSE: GTN)(NYSE:and)(NYSE:GTN.A) today announced that it will release its earnings results for the quarter ending June 30, 2010 on Thursday, August 12, 2010.

Earnings Conference Call Information

Gray Television, Inc. will host a conference call to discuss its second quarter, 2010 operating results on Thursday, August 12, 2010. The call will begin at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The live dial-in number is 1-800-311-0799 and the confirmation code is 6382604. The call will be webcast live and available for replay at www.gray.tv. The taped replay of the conference call will be available at 1-888-203-1112 Confirmation Code: 6382604 until September 11, 2010.

Gray Television, Inc.

Gray Television, Inc. is a television broadcast company headquartered in Atlanta, GA. We currently operate 36 television stations serving 30 markets. Each of the stations are affiliated with either CBS (17 stations), NBC (10 stations), ABC (8 stations) or FOX (1 station). In addition, we currently operate 39 digital second channels including 1 ABC, 4 Fox, 7 CW, 18 MyNetworkTV, 2 Universal Sports Network, plus 7 local news/weather channels in certain of our existing markets.


Source: Gray Television, Inc.

CONTACT: Bob Prather, President and Chief Operating Officer,
+1-404-266-8333; or Jim Ryan, Senior V.P. and Chief Financial Officer,
+1-404-504-9828

Web Site: http://www.gray.tv/


-------
Profile: intent

International Entertainment News

HDNet World Report Captures Dramatic Altercation Between Blogger and Miami Security Guards

HDNet World Report Captures Dramatic Altercation Between Blogger and Miami Security Guards

See the raw footage that demonstrates a heated confrontation between Metrorail Security and blogger Carlos Miller

DALLAS, July 30 /PRNewswire/ -- An HDNet World Report team shooting at a Miami-Dade Metrorail Station captured a dramatic altercation between a local journalist and a Metrorail security guard - a clash now at the center of the debate over whether citizens can use their cameras in public places, and videotape their own interactions with police.

(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080324/HDNETLOGO)
(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080324/HDNETLOGO)

The blogger, Carlos Miller, says he was exercising First Amendment rights by videotaping at the Metrorail station, when a security guard grabbed his video camera and confiscated it. Miller then recorded the rest of the confrontation using his iPhone. An HDNet World Report camera captured the entire encounter for an upcoming story on First Amendment Rights and taping police.

Carlos Miller's iPhone footage can be found here:

http://www.hd.net/worldreport.html

"This is the type of work that earned this program an Emmy nomination," said Mark Cuban chairman and co-founder of HDNet. "The World Report crew is committed to going after the tough stories, and this is just one more example of their cutting edge work."

The segment is set to air on Tuesday, August 17 at 9:00 p.m. exclusively on HDNet.

About HDNet

HDNet (www.hd.net) is the independent network with unique and thought-provoking content that appeals to men of all ages and is delivered in true high definition.

HDNet is the exclusive, high definition home for popular, original programming, including television's only HD news feature programs "HDNet World Report," and the Emmy Award winning "Dan Rather Reports," featuring legendary journalist Dan Rather. Only HDNet goes beyond the headlines to deliver real news that is redefining the way we look at our world. HDNet News is provocative, sometimes controversial and always relevant - telling the important stories of our time in-depth, with attitude and with independence. HDNet is also the exclusive high definition home to critically acclaimed and award winning documentaries as part of the InFocus series. "NASA on HDNet" presents all live shuttle launches through 2010.

HDNet presents championship sports coverage featuring the best of Mixed Martial Arts with its Friday night series, "HDNet Fights" (www.hdnetfights.com). "HDNet Fights" works with leading MMA promoters including DREAM, Sengoku, King of the Cage, XFC, K-1, K-1 Max, MFCand more. HDNet produces more live Mixed Martial Arts events than any other network and HDNet's "Inside MMA" is the hottest Mixed Martial Arts program on television, giving MMA fans their weekly fix for everything MMA, while "Fighting Words with Mike Straka," goes one-on-one with some of the biggest names in the sport. HDNet also features regular season games from the newly formed United Football League.

HDNet also delivers the world's largest and most diverse concert line-up through the HDNet Concert Series. The HDNet Concert Series features leading artists and bands including Paul McCartney, Mariah Carey, John Mayer, Nickelback and more. HDNet also features revealing lifestyle programming featuring "Art Mann Presents," "Girls Gone Wild," "Deadline" and "Get Out!"

Only HDNet Movies (www.hdnetmovies.com) delivers exclusive Sneak Previews of new movies before they hit theaters. The HDNet Movies Sneak Preview series features top Hollywood stars in critically acclaimed performances including Gwyneth Paltrow, Joaquin Phoenix, Demi Moore, Michael Caine, Tom Hanks, Vera Farmiga, Parker Posey, Brian Cox, Matthew Broderick, Brittany Snow, Eric Bana, John Malkovich, Emily Blunt, Robin Williams, Charlize Theron and Kim Basinger.

In addition to being the exclusive home of Sneak Previews, HDNet Movies viewers enjoy the best films from the classics of the 1950s-1970s, to favorite films from the 1980s and 1990s, to recently released theatrical films.

HDNet Movies offers subscribers a premium movie viewing experience in true HD, and more original movies shot entirely in HD than any other network.

Launched in 2001 by Mark Cuban and General Manager Philip Garvin, the HDNet networks are available on AT&T, Charter Communications, Comcast, DIRECTV, DISH Network, Insight, and Verizon FiOS.

The HDNet networks can be followed via Facebook at facebook.com/HDNet, facebook.com/HDNetFights and facebook.com/HDNetMovies and via Twitter at twitter.com/hdnet, twitter.com/hdnetfights and twitter.com/hdnetmovies.

Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080324/HDNETLOGO)
AP Archive: http://photoarchive.ap.org/
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080324/HDNETLOGO
PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com
Source: HDNet

CONTACT: Colette Carey, Director of Media and PR of HDNet,
+1-303-542-5576, ccarey@hd.net

Web Site: http://www.hd.net/


-------
Profile: intent

International Entertainment News

Lindsay Lohan and Vince 'The Shamwow Guy' Team up in 'Underground Comedy 2010'

Lindsay Lohan and Vince 'The Shamwow Guy' Team up in 'Underground Comedy 2010'

LOS ANGELES, July 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Square One Entertainment releases a hilarious trailer for the new movie "Underground Comedy 2010" - a raunchy over-the-top sketch comedy co-starring Lindsay Lohan ("Mean Girls"), Michael Clark Duncan ("The Green Mile"), Bobby Lee ("Pineapple Express"), Joanna Krupa ("Planet Of The Apes"), and Vince "The Shamwow Guy" Offer ("The Underground Comedy Movie").

To view the multimedia assets associated with this release, please click http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/lindsay-lohan-and-vince-the-shamwow-gu y-team-up-in-underground-comedy-2010-99643284.html

The trailer is now available on YouTube (click here to view and embed in your website or blog).

"Underground Comedy 2010" was written and directed by Vince Offer and produced through his production company Square One Entertainment. "Underground Comedy 2010" also features some of the best skits from Offer's directorial debut, the cult classic "Underground Comedy Movie" - which was released in 1999 and critics billed as "The most offensive movie ever made..."

Lohan, who was noticeably sporting a SCRAM Bracelet during the shoot, was given the opportunity of a lifetime to jab back at the media in a scene where she guns down a row of pushy paparazzi.

In recent years, Offer has become somewhat of a cult icon, being the first infomercial personality to show potential for crossing over from pitchman to personality. Lines like "Made in Germany ... you know the Germans always make good stuff!" from the Shamwow spot and "You're gonna love my nuts!" from his over-the-top Slap Chop commercials have propelled Offer into the limelight.

Snoop Dogg paid tribute to Offer by incorporating his Slap Chop line - "Fettuccini, linguini, martini, bikini" -- into his verse on Katy Perry's track "California Gurls." Vince was recently tapped by Eminem to write, direct and star in a viral video to promote his new "Recovery" album, which debuted at #1 on the Billboard charts. The hilarious two minute video is a spoof on the "infomercial" format and features Vince hocking the Recovery CD as if it were a Slap Chop or ShamWow! type product (click here to watch the uncensored version of Emwow video).

"Underground Comedy 2010" is slated for a theatrical release this Fall.

For more information visit: www.UndergroundComedy2010.com

Video: http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/lindsay-lohan-and-vince-the-shamwow-guy-team-up-in-underground-comedy-2010-99643284.html
Source: Square One Entertainment

CONTACT: Courtney Bingham, +1-310-909-3149, courtney@squareoneent.com

Web Site: http://www.squareoneentertainment.com/
http://www.undergroundcomedy2010.com/


-------
Profile: intent

International Entertainment News

Elizabeth Edwards Goes One-On-One in Two-Part Daytime Talk Exclusive During September 13th Premiere Week of 'THE NATE BERKUS SHOW'

Elizabeth Edwards Goes One-On-One in Two-Part Daytime Talk Exclusive During September 13th Premiere Week of 'THE NATE BERKUS SHOW'

TV's Newest Daytime Host Gets Up Close and Personal With One Of America's Most Compelling Figures About Life, Love, Her Future And Her Deep Passion For Design

LOS ANGELES, July 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Elizabeth Edwards, whose personal story of survival has resonated with women across the country, will sit down with daytime host Nate Berkus during the September 13th premiere week of THE NATE BERKUS SHOW to reveal how she is turning the page on the past and beginning a new chapter in her life focusing on her relationship with her children, as well as her love of design. Last year, the estranged wife of former presidential candidate John Edwards, opened the doors to Red Window, a home furnishings business in Chapel Hill. The store, whose name was inspired by a shop run by her mother in Japan, is home base for a portion of Edwards' interview with Berkus, a design expert, and the perfect spot to discuss how Edwards is using her passion for design to reclaim her life. In addition, Edwards opens the doors of her home to the show; and is scheduled to join Berkus in-studio on the New York set of his nationally-syndicated series in a very uplifting segment, where the two plan on paying it forward to another woman who is looking to reclaim her life.

(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080424/LATH509LOGO)

(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080424/LATH509LOGO)

Commenting on the time he spent with Edwards, Berkus said: "I found Elizabeth to be incredibly honest, funny and just a pleasure to be around. Her passion to build a new life for herself is nothing if not inspiring. And, the fact that we both love design, gave us an instant connection." He added: "Being around her reaffirmed my love of strong women. They take their lives into their own hands and aren't bound by any parameters or rules. I think viewers will be happily surprised by her candor, pure wit and love of life. To have the opportunity to sit with her and share her story, in her own words, is why I wanted to do my show - so viewers can see not only who people are, but who they aspire to be. I believe aspiration can happen at any time in one's life -- who better to demonstrate that fact than Elizabeth. "

Terry Murphy, the nationally-syndicated show's executive producer, said: "Although 'The Nate Berkus Show' is about much more than celebrities and headline makers, Elizabeth's story and connection to Nate's love of design made for great storytelling and that's why it was a good fit for our show. Nate and Elizabeth's conversation was truly revealing and the content of the interview is fresh, untold and will make a difference in the lives of viewers. From her very useful light-hearted tips on how to bargain shop to the overall message that you can survive the storm and reclaim your life to find a new normal that works, I am sure our audience will be able to relate to her as a person."

THE NATE BERKUS SHOW, cleared in 95% of the country, including all of the NBC owned and operated stations, will premiere in national syndication beginning Monday, September 13 (check local listings). Hosted by Nate Berkus, popular design expert, New York Times best-selling author and regular contributor to "The Oprah Winfrey Show" since 2002, the daily series will explore a broad range of lifestyle subjects providing take-away information and inspiration that will make a real difference in viewers' daily lives. Relaxed, unpretentious and accessible, Berkus will bring his passion for design and life to an upbeat and entertaining hour filled with a vast array of topics - from stories of personal transformation to headline-making personalities to the best design tips & secrets, all explored through Berkus' distinctive filter, his sense of discovery and desire to challenge himself and others to try new things and be adventurous in their day to day lives. SPT will handle worldwide distribution efforts for the show and advertiser sales, and co-produce the series with Harpo Studios. The show is executive produced by Terry Murphy.

About Harpo Studios

Harpo Studios is the home of Harpo Productions, Inc. the most successful production company in daytime talk, producing the number one, award-winning "The Oprah Winfrey Show" and syndication's latest success, "The Dr. Oz Show," as well as having developed "Dr. Phil" and "Rachael Ray." Harpo Productions creates and develops original TV programming for primetime, syndication and cable television and operates Oprah.com, a premier lifestyle website. ZoCo Productions, LLC, an affiliate of Harpo Productions, Inc., and Sony Pictures Television co-produce "The Dr. Oz Show." Harpo Print, LLC and Hearst Magazines publish the monthly O, The Oprah Magazine publication. Harpo Films produces feature films and, through an exclusive deal with HBO, scripted television programming. Harpo Radio, Inc. produces Oprah Radio (XM channel 156, Sirius channel 195 as part of its "Best of XM" package) on Sirius XM Radio. A joint venture between Oprah Winfrey and Discovery Communications, OWN: The Oprah Winfrey Network, a multi-platform company, will debut in January 1, 2011 in approximately 80 million homes, on what is currently the Discovery Health Channel.

About Sony Pictures Television

Sony Pictures Television is one of the television industry's leading content providers. It produces and distributes programming in every genre, including series, telefilms, theatrical releases and family entertainment around the world and for every platform: broadcast and cable television, first-run and off-network syndication and digital distribution. In addition to one of the industry's largest libraries of feature films and television shows, SPT boasts a current program slate that includes the top-rated daytime dramas and game shows, landmark off-network series, original animated series and critically acclaimed primetime dramas, comedies and telefilms. Internationally, SPT is a leader in local language productions around the world, some of which are co-produced with local partners, and sells SPE-owned formats in approximately 70 countries. To better serve its clients and partners worldwide, SPT maintains offices throughout the world, including Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, the Netherlands, the People's Republic of China, Russia, Singapore, Spain, Venezuela and the United Kingdom. SPT's worldwide television networks portfolio is a key strategy in SPE's long-range commitment to the global marketplace, with 122 channel feeds, which are available in more than 140 countries reaching almost 438 million households worldwide. SPT also creates original content for and manages SPE's premium video website, Crackle. Additionally, SPT owns Dutch entertainment company 2waytraffic, production company Embassy Row and an HD movie channel, and is a part owner of cable channel GSN, a new 3D channel, FEARnet, the premier horror/thriller website and VOD service, and national media sales company ITN Networks, Inc. SPT advertiser sales is one of the premiere national advertising sales companies, handling the commercial inventory in SPT's syndicated series as well as in all of SPE's digital businesses in the United States. SPT (www.sonypicturestelevision.com) is a Sony Pictures Entertainment company.

Online Information:
Show & ticket inquiries: www.thenateshow.com
Twitter: twitter.com/Nate_Berkus
Facebook: facebook.com/NateBerkus


Contacts:
---------
Stephanie Baumoel/Nicole DiFrancesco
FerenComm for THE NATE BERKUS SHOW
212.983.9898
stephanieb@fererncomm.com / nicoled@ferencomm.com

Don Halcombe
Harpo Studios
312.633.1182
DHalcombe@harpo.com

Melissa Armstrong
Sony Pictures Television
310.244.3792
Melissa_Armstrong@spe.sony.com

Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080424/LATH509LOGO
AP Archive: http://photoarchive.ap.org/
PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080424/LATH509LOGO
Source: Sony Pictures Television

CONTACT: Stephanie Baumoel, stephanieb@fererncomm.com, or Nicole
DiFrancesco, nicoled@ferencomm.com, both of FerenComm, +1-212-983-9898, for
THE NATE BERKUS SHOW; or Don Halcombe of Harpo Studios, +1-312-633-1182,
DHalcombe@harpo.com; or Melissa Armstrong of Sony Pictures Television,
310.244.3792, Melissa_Armstrong@spe.sony.com

Web Site: http://www.sonypicturestelevision.com/
http://www.thenateshow.com/


-------
Profile: intent

International Entertainment News

Rentrak Announces Top Ten Movies-on-Demand Titles for the First Six Months of 2010

Rentrak Announces Top Ten Movies-on-Demand Titles for the First Six Months of 2010

PORTLAND, Ore., July 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Rentrak Corporation (NASDAQ:RENT), today announced the top ten movies-on-demand (VOD) titles based on consumer transaction rates. Movies-on-demand are transactional (pay-per-purchase) films available through cable and telco providers.

Comedy-themed films earned four out of ten slots on the Rentrak Top Ten Movies-OnDemand chart, with Action and Drama category features tied for the second most popular categories. PG-13 films dominated the chart with six out of ten titles, while the other four top performers were each rated R. Six of the top ten titles were involved in the Movies-On-Demand promotional campaign (which ran from March -June).

According to the company's OnDemand Essentials service, the top ten most-viewed titles, per data collected from January 1, 2010 through June 30, 2010 include:

Rentrak Top Ten VOD Titles


BOX
VOD RELEASE MPAA OFFICE
RANK TITLE STUDIO DATE RATING ($M)
1 The Blind Side* Warner Bros. 03/23/10 PG-13 256.0
(NYSE:TWX)
2 Couples Retreat* Universal 02/09/10 PG-13 109.2
(NYSE:GE)
3 The Hangover Warner Bros. 12/22/09 R 275.8
(NYSE:TWX)
Summit
4 The Hurt Locker* Entertainment 01/12/10 R 12.6
The Twilight Saga : Summit
5 New Moon* Entertainment 03/20/10 PG-13 296.6
6 Sherlock Holmes* Warner Bros. 03/30/10 PG-13 209.0
(NYSE:TWX)
7 It's Complicated* Universal 04/27/10 R 112.7
(NYSE:GE)
Weinstein
8 Inglourious Basterds Company 01/13/10 R 120.5
9 2012 Sony 04/01/10 PG-13 166.1
(NYSE:SNE)
10 Valentine's Day* Warner Bros. 05/18/10 PG-13 110.5
(NYSE:TWX)

Source: Rentrak OnDemand Essentials, as dated, rank based on Transaction Rate for all Transactions that occurred between Jan 1-June 30, 2010. OnDemand Essentials includes reporting from Operator partners on Television On Demand usage. * Indicates day-and-date with home video release.

© Rentrak Corporation 2010 -Content in this chart is produced and/or compiled by Rentrak Corporation and its OnDemand Essentials data collection and analytical service, and is covered by provisions of the Copyright Act. The material presented herein is intended to be available for public use. You may reproduce the content of the chart in any format or medium without first obtaining permission, subject to the following requirements: (1) the material must be reproduced accurately; and (2) any publication or issuance of any part of the material to others must acknowledge Rentrak Corporation as the source of the material.

About OnDemand Essentials®

OnDemand Essentials, a service of Rentrak's Advanced Media & Information Division, provides operators, content providers (including broadcast/cable networks, studios) and advertisers with a transactional tracking and reporting system to view and analyze on-demand content. The product is an extension of Rentrak's Essentials suite of business intelligence products customized for the entertainment industry. OnDemand Essentials clients have password protected, near real-time, Web browser-based 24/7 access to on demand consumer usage data at various access levels based on business and privacy rules. A sophisticated toolset aggregates and reports data across multiple vendors in one easy to use report system. Clients using the OnDemand Essentials system are able to instantly analyze and interpret their own business data to identify trends, program and promote more effectively, as well as track their performance against the broader business sector in which they operate.

About Rentrak Corporation

Rentrak Corporation is a global digital media measurement and research company, serving the most recognizable companies in the entertainment industry. With a reach across numerous platforms including box office, home entertainment, video on demand and linear television, broadband and mobile, Rentrak has developed more efficient metrics to be used as alternative currencies for the evaluation and selling of media. Rentrak is headquartered in Portland, Oregon, with additional offices worldwide. For more information on any of Rentrak's services, please visit www.rentrak.com.

Editor's Note: The Rentrak Top 10 Weekly VOD Titles movies chart will resume distribution next week.

Contacts: Rogers & Cowan for Rentrak Corporation
Sallie Olmsted Amanda Bialek
(310) 854-8124 (310) 854-8151
solmsted@rogersandcowan.comabialek@rogersandcowan.com


Source: Rentrak Corporation

CONTACT: Sallie Olmsted, +1-310-854-8124, solmsted@rogersandcowan.com,
or Amanda Bialek, +1-310-854-8151, abialek@rogersandcowan.com, both of Rogers
& Cowan for Rentrak Corporation

Web Site: http://www.rentrak.com/


-------
Profile: intent

International Entertainment News

Three Classic Slayer In-Concert Titles to be Released on DVD

Three Classic Slayer In-Concert Titles to be Released on DVD


'Best Live Band' - Revolver, SPIN, Metal Hammer
'Go see Slayer live.' - Jim Derogatis, Chicago Sun-Times


LOS ANGELES, July 30 /PRNewswire/ Legacy Recordings -- The last time you went shopping for DVDs, you might have noticed an unmistakable empty space where Slayer titles should have been. The reason is simple - all of Slayer's DVDs have been out of print. But rest easy Slayer fanatics, the wait will soon be over. On August 17, 2010, 2003's "War at the Warfield" and 2004's "Still Reigning" will be reissued, and, for the first time ever, 1995's "Live Intrusion," having been digitally remastered, will also be available on DVD. All three will be sold separately at retail and online ($13.98 each), and the Limited Edition "Slayer Live DVD 3-Pak" ($29.98), will be available exclusively on Slayer's website, www.slayer.net

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20060130/LEGACYLOGO )
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20060130/LEGACYLOGO )

"I remember around 'God Hates Us All,'" [2001], said Slayer's Kerry King, "asking when we were going to make a DVD of 'Live Intrusion.' So, here we are, ten years later, and it's about time."

Every one of the Slayer live-in-concert DVDs represents a different era of the band: "Live Intrusion" was recorded on March 12, 1995 at the Mesa Amphitheatre in Mesa, AZ, and features guitarists Kerry King and Jeff Hanneman, bassist/vocalist Tom Araya, and drummer Paul Bostaph. The disc, which is certified Gold, includes some of the most classic Slayer songs such as "Raining Blood" and "War Ensemble," but also some early special tracks like "At Dawn They Sleep" and "Captor of Sin." As a bonus, Machine Head's Robb Flynn and Chris Kontos join the band on-stage for a cover of Venom's "Witching Hour." The opening of "Live Intrusion" features a look at some of the band's very unique fans, in particular, with special emphasis placed upon the fan from the mid-90s who had "Slayer" carved onto his forearm. In addition, the quality of "Live Intrusion" is high-end, as the original VHS master was located and used to create the DVD.

"War at the Warfield" was filmed at the Warfield Theatre in San Francisco, CA on December 7, 2001, and like "Live Intrusion," features drummer Paul Bostaph, marking his last release with Slayer before original drummer, Dave Lombardo, rejoined the band. "Seasons in the Abyss," "Mandatory Suicide," and "Disciple" are some of the jewels on this live collection that debuted at #3 on Billboard's DVD chart, and has since been certified Gold.

Filmed at the Civic Center in Augusta, ME on July 11, 2004, "Still Reigning" - also Gold certified and voted Best Live DVD by the readers of Revolver magazine - was directed by Dean Karr and recreates Slayer's thrash/punk, 28-minute classic 1986 album "Reign In Blood" performed in its entirety. The end of the video features the "Wall of Blood," with the band, their instruments, and the stage completely drenched by a downpour of 150 liters of "blood."

"There was no dress rehearsal for the blood trick," explained King. "It was either going to work or it wasn't going to work, and we know it did work. It was so hard to play, I thought I was going to have to go back and overdub all of 'Reigning Blood,' but I listened to it and it was all there, it was just a lot more slippery with all the blood goo."

The "Still Reigning" DVD offers bonus material including live performances of Slayer staples such as "Hell Awaits," "Hallowed Point," Necrophiliac," "Spill the Blood," and "South of Heaven." The DVD also marked the return of drummer Dave Lombardo. "Even before the idea of 'Still Reigning' became a reality, I really wanted to do a video with Dave in it," said King, "and I knew the fans wanted that as well."

The Chicago Tribune's long-time pop music critic Greg Kot wrote that Slayer "is one of the great American rock bands of the last 30 years, forget about genre." Over the past near three-decades, Slayer has created some of thrash/metal's most enduring and influential recordings - 1986's "Reign In Blood," 1990's "Seasons in the Abyss," up to the band's latest, 2009's "World Painted Blood." Long-time fans will attest that nothing comes close to experiencing a Slayer show live and in the flesh; but there's no denying how the band's intensity and heaviness translates to these three killer DVDs.

Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20060130/LEGACYLOGO
AP Archive: http://photoarchive.ap.org/
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20060130/LEGACYLOGO
PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com
Source: Legacy Recordings

CONTACT: Tom Cording at Legacy Media Relations, +1-212-833-4448,
Tom.Cording@sonymusic.com, Legacyrecordings.com

Web Site: http://www.slayer.net/


-------
Profile: intent

International Entertainment News

King Mo Says He'll Make 'Refried Beans' Out of Rafael 'Feijao' Cavalcante - Tonight on HDNet's 'Inside MMA'

King Mo Says He'll Make 'Refried Beans' Out of Rafael 'Feijao' Cavalcante - Tonight on HDNet's 'Inside MMA'

The Strikeforce Light Heavyweight Champion speaks out TONIGHT on HDNet, Friday, July 30 at 9:00 p.m. ET

DALLAS, July 30 /PRNewswire/ -- WHAT: On tonight's "Inside MMA," Strikeforce Light Heavyweight Champ Mo Lawal makes a play on his opponent's nickname "Feijao" by saying he'll, "make refried beans" of Cavalcante in their upcoming match at Strikeforce Houston on August 21, 2010.

(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080324/HDNETLOGO)
(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080324/HDNETLOGO)

Also on the program, MMA pioneer "Judo" Gene LeBell tells the panel why he turned down a part in the mixed martial arts classic "Enter The Dragon." LeBell, who has worked in over 1000 TV and film productions - and whom also fought in the first sanctioned MMA fight in 1963 - tells Kenny Rice and Bas Rutten that he turned down the movie because he wouldn't make enough in residuals!

Rounding out the panel, Strikeforce Champion Sarah Kaufman - who may have scored the biggest hit in MMA last week with her knockout slam on Roxanne Modafferi - guarantees she'll be on the main card for the next Strikeforce event.

Finally, in the news, Big John McCarthy confirms to Ron Kruck that he will return to referee in the UFC on August 1st ...for the first time since 2007.

A clip from the upcoming program can be found at the following link:

http://blog.hdnetfights.com/tagged/imma

WHEN: TONIGHT, Friday, July 30, 2010 at 9:00 p.m. ET.

About HDNet


HDNet (www.hd.net) is the independent network with unique and thought-provoking content that appeals to men of all ages and is delivered in true high definition.

HDNet is the exclusive, high definition home for popular, original programming, including television's only HD news feature programs "HDNet World Report," and the Emmy Award winning "Dan Rather Reports," featuring legendary journalist Dan Rather. Only HDNet goes beyond the headlines to deliver real news that is redefining the way we look at our world. HDNet News is provocative, sometimes controversial and always relevant - telling the important stories of our time in-depth, with attitude and with independence. HDNet is also the exclusive high definition home to critically acclaimed and award winning documentaries as part of the InFocus series. "NASA on HDNet" presents all live shuttle launches through 2010.

HDNet presents championship sports coverage featuring the best of Mixed Martial Arts with its Friday night series, "HDNet Fights" (www.hdnetfights.com). "HDNet Fights" works with leading MMA promoters including DREAM, Sengoku, King of the Cage, XFC, K-1, K-1 Max, MFC and more. HDNet produces more live Mixed Martial Arts events than any other network and HDNet's "Inside MMA" is the hottest Mixed Martial Arts program on television, giving MMA fans their weekly fix for everything MMA, while "Fighting Words with Mike Straka," goes one-on-one with some of the biggest names in the sport. HDNet also features regular season games from the newly formed United Football League.

HDNet also delivers the world's largest and most diverse concert line-up through the HDNet Concert Series. The HDNet Concert Series features leading artists and bands including Paul McCartney, Mariah Carey, John Mayer, Nickelback and more. HDNet also features revealing lifestyle programming featuring "Art Mann Presents," "Girls Gone Wild," "Deadline" and "Get Out!"

Only HDNet Movies (www.hdnetmovies.com) delivers exclusive Sneak Previews of new movies before they hit theaters. The HDNet Movies Sneak Preview series features top Hollywood stars in critically acclaimed performances including Gwyneth Paltrow, Joaquin Phoenix, Demi Moore, Michael Caine, Tom Hanks, Vera Farmiga, Parker Posey, Brian Cox, Matthew Broderick, Brittany Snow, Eric Bana, John Malkovich, Emily Blunt, Robin Williams, Charlize Theron and Kim Basinger.

In addition to being the exclusive home of Sneak Previews, HDNet Movies viewers enjoy the best films from the classics of the 1950s-1970s, to favorite films from the 1980s and 1990s, to recently released theatrical films.

HDNet Movies offers subscribers a premium movie viewing experience in true HD, and more original movies shot entirely in HD than any other network.

Launched in 2001 by Mark Cuban and General Manager Philip Garvin, the HDNet networks are available on AT&T, Charter Communications, Comcast, DIRECTV, DISH Network, Insight, and Verizon FiOS.

The HDNet networks can be followed via Facebook at facebook.com/HDNet, facebook.com/HDNetFights and facebook.com/HDNetMovies and via Twitter at twitter.com/hdnet, twitter.com/hdnetfights and twitter.com/hdnetmovies.

Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080324/HDNETLOGO
AP Archive: http://photoarchive.ap.org/
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080324/HDNETLOGO
PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com
Source: HDNet

CONTACT: Colette Carey, Director of Media and PR of HDNet,
+1-303-542-5576, ccarey@hd.net

Web Site: http://www.hd.net/


-------
Profile: intent

International Entertainment News

Miami Dolphins to Launch 'The FINSIDER' for Finatics

Miami Dolphins to Launch 'The FINSIDER' for Finatics

Daily radio show becomes first step in team's multi-media platform for Dolphins-related programming

MIAMI, July 30 /PRNewswire/ -- In conjunction with the start of the eagerly anticipated 2010 season, the Miami Dolphins Integrated Media Group has announced the creation of "The FINSIDERS," a daily radio show on WINZ 940AM, "South Florida's Sports Animal." Launching Monday, August 2, "The FINSIDERS" will feature live interaction with an online community where Finatics and Dolphins insiders can discuss all things related to their favorite team.

Based out of the Dolphins newly created multimedia studio at the team's facility in Davie, "The FINSIDERS" will feature unique content distribution and interaction for Finatics with high profile studio and call-in guests. The show will also be video simulcast on the Dolphins Integrated Media Group's website, TheFINSIDERS.com, starting in September.

"The FINSIDERS" media franchise will include audio, video and text content and will be available through traditional and new media outlets.

Finatics will have the opportunity to get their daily fix of Dolphins content on multiple media devices at whatever time best fits their daily lives. They can read "The FINSIDERS Daily", a daily e-newsletter first thing in the morning; listen to "The FINSIDERS Look Ahead," a daily morning drive feature on WIOD 610 AM Radio; watch "The FINSIDERS Report," a daily morning and afternoon video report on TheFINSIDERS.com; read or interact with "The FINSIDERS Connection," a mid-day blog and social media posting on TheFINSIDERS.com, Facebook and Twitter; listen to "The FINSIDERS" on WINZ 940 AM between 5:00 7:00 p.m.; or watch "The FINSIDERS" on TheFINSIDERS.com.

"The FINSIDERS" media franchise, which will continue to evolve in scope, will allow Finatics quick access to exclusive coverage to keep team enthusiasts connected on a 24-7 basis.

"The launch of 'The FINSIDERS' media franchise represents another step in our goal to provide Finatics with access to team analysis where they want it, when they want it, and how they want it. Fans are in control of their desired personal media experience and we need to respond to that," said Jim Rushton, Senior Vice President, Miami Dolphins Corporate Partnerships and Integrated Media. "In addition, 'The FINSIDERS' media franchise will allow sponsors to connect their brand or sales message at the 'point of content' and then have that message distributed through a variety of media devices providing a large reach into a our consumer audience of passionate fans."

Multimedia host Jesse Agler will host "The FINSIDERS" afternoon drive show on WINZ. Agler has spent time as a studio host for the Miami Hurricanes, Florida Marlins and Florida Panthers. Joining Agler on "The FINSIDERS" will be multimedia reporter, LauRen Merolla, a former Miami Dolphins Cheerleader who has transitioned into a video host for multiple media outlets.

Recognizable analysts and Dolphins greats will rotate on the show daily to provide fans with professional analysis. Analysts will include Miami Dolphins alumni Kim Bokamper, Sam Madison, Keith Sims and Troy Stradford. Current college football analyst for ESPNU, John Congemi will also serve as an analyst on a rotating basis. Furthermore, with the Dolphins relationship with the NFL Network, "The FINSIDERS" will feature interviews with network personalities, including Rich Eisen, Jim Mora, Jamie Dukes and Brian Baldinger. Additional personalities and programming will be announced at a later date along with a detailed programming schedule.

"We are building an environment where Finatics can interact all day and gain access to their favorite team like never before," added Wayne Partello, Senior Director, Miami Dolphins Content and Creative. '"'The FINSIDERS' radio show will be highly interactive allowing fans to listen and become active participants in the content thru mobile and social media. With our constantly rotating analysts, our fans will get to know each of them, while still hearing from multiple voices throughout the week to keep the show fresh, compelling, and entertaining."

The newly formed Dolphins Integrated Media Group's primary mission is to provide the team's corporate partners with fully integrated multi-media marketing programs comprised of new and existing Dolphins media and sponsorship assets including audio, video, text, and print and in-stadium elements.


Source: Miami Dolphins

CONTACT: Harvey Greene, Fitz Ollison, Jason Jenkins, +1-954-452-7010

Web Site: http://www.thefinsiders.com/


-------
Profile: intent

International Entertainment News

AreYouInterested.com Reveals Who Fans Believe Will Win 'The Bachelorette' Ali's Heart

AreYouInterested.com Reveals Who Fans Believe Will Win 'The Bachelorette' Ali's Heart

NEW YORK, July 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- In conjunction with the finale of the reality dating television show "The Bachelorette", AreYouInterested.com, a top dating app on Facebook® Platform with over 15 million users, a mobile app and a stand alone web site, has polled its fans to find out who they predict will win Ali's heart and discover their overall opinions about reality dating shows.

Taken on the AreYouInterested.com Facebook Page, nearly 150 fans of "The Bachelorette" responded in two days. Results show:

-- 51% of responders believe Ali will not choose either of the men; 25%
of responders believe Chris will win Ali's heart.

-- 31% believe Ali will cry during the finale at least four times.

-- 50% think Bachelor contestant Kirk would have been a top two finalist
if contestant Frank had voluntarily left earlier in the show.

-- 63% think you can truly fall in love with someone after only knowing
the person for a couple months.

-- 64% believe you can fall in love on a dating show.


After reviewing the results, Clifford Lerner, CEO of SNAP Interactive, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: STVI) , makers of AreYouInterested.com, said "This season of 'The Bachelorette' has had so many twists and turns, viewers really don't know what to expect in Monday's finale. Whoever Ali chooses, I think this survey shows viewers still believe in the concept of dating shows and have faith that you really can fall in love in a short amount of time."

AreYouInterested.com has over 300,000 fans on its Facebook Page and frequently conducts polls to learn about their feelings on dating, relationships, pop culture and more.

About SNAP Interactive, Inc.

Incorporated in Delaware and headquartered in New York City, SNAP Interactive, Inc. is a leading provider of online dating applications for social networking websites and mobile platforms. SNAP has developed two dating applications built on Facebook Platform which have more than 19 million installations on Facebook. SNAP's portfolio also includes an online dating site for singles called AreYouInterested.com that utilizes Facebook Connect to share content with their Facebook friends and an iPhone application for mobile dating called 'Are You Interested?' For more information visit www.snap-interactive.com.

Forward-Looking Safe Harbor Statement:

This press release contains forward-looking statements that are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. By their nature, forward-looking statements and forecasts involve risks and uncertainties because they relate to events and depend on circumstances that will occur in the near future. There are a number of factors that could cause actual results and developments to differ materially from forecasted results. These risks and uncertainties include product demand, market competition, and risks inherent in our operations. For a discussion of these risks and uncertainties, please see our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission available at http://www.sec.gov/.

Facebook® is a registered trademark of Facebook Inc.

iPhone(TM) is a trademark of Apple Inc.


Source: SNAP Interactive, Inc.

CONTACT: Abby Ross, Linden Alschuler & Kaplan Public Relations,
+1-212-329-1404, aross@lakpr.com

Web Site: http://snap-interactive.com/


-------
Profile: intent

International Entertainment News

Mike Posner's Long Awaited Debut CD '31 Minutes to Takeoff' to Air on SIRIUS XM

Mike Posner's Long Awaited Debut CD '31 Minutes to Takeoff' to Air on SIRIUS XM

SIRIUS XM debuts album from singer, songwriter and mixtape superstar to millions of listeners nationwide Duke University graduate Posner to launch exclusive SIRIUS XM show September 10, joining Coach K as a SIRIUS XM host

NEW YORK, July 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- SIRIUS XM Radio (NASDAQ:SIRI) today announced that it will premiere Mike Posner's highly anticipated debut album 31 Minutes to Takeoff on August 1, over a week before its official release. Posner is the young phenom and mixtape superstar whose music has risen to the top of the charts.

(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080819/NYTU044LOGO )
(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080819/NYTU044LOGO )

SIRIUS XM will debut 31 Minutes to Takeoff August 1 at 10:00 pm ET on SIRIUS XM Hits 1 (SIRIUS channel 1) and XM's 20 on 20 (XM channel 20). 31 Minutes to Takeoff (J Records) officially goes on sale August 10.

"I can safely say the record sounds like absolutely no other music on the market," said Posner. "I couldn't be more excited for SIRIUS XM to unveil the album in such a major fashion. Time will reveal the significance of the events of August 1st."

SIRIUS XM announced this week that Posner will launch his own SIRIUS XM show, The Mike Posner Show, on September 10 on SIRIUS XM's Faction (SIRIUS channel 28/XM channel 52), SIRIUS XM's 100% commercial-free music and action sports lifestyle channel. On the show--which will air Friday nights at 9:00 pm ET-- Posner will play the jams he likes and talk about his life as he navigates the best-selling music charts and his newfound popularity.

Coach K on Mike Posner

On SIRIUS XM, Posner joins another accomplished Duke luminary, men's basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski, who hosts his own talk show, Basketball and Beyond with Coach K, on SIRIUS XM's Mad Dog Radio channel. While at Duke, Posner produced a song that played in famed Cameron Indoor Stadium to introduce the team before Blue Devils basketball games.

"Duke students are known for balancing their studies with extracurricular activities, but what Mike has done is really extraordinary," said Coach K. "It's terrific to see someone accomplish so much at such a young age and I look forward to having another Blue Devil on our team at SIRIUS XM."

For more information visit www.sirius.com and www.xmradio.com.

About SIRIUS XM Radio


SIRIUS XM Radio is America's satellite radio company delivering to subscribers commercial-free music channels, premier sports, news, talk, entertainment, and traffic and weather.

SIRIUS XM Radio has content relationships with an array of personalities and artists, including Howard Stern, Martha Stewart, Oprah Winfrey, Rosie O'Donnell, Jamie Foxx, Barbara Walters, Opie & Anthony, Bubba the Love Sponge®, Bob Edwards, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, Jimmy Buffett, The Grateful Dead, Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan and Tom Petty. SIRIUS XM Radio is the leader in sports programming as the Official Satellite Radio Partner of the NFL, Major League Baseball®, NASCAR®, NBA, NHL®, and PGA TOUR® and major college sports.

SIRIUS XM Radio has arrangements with every major automaker. SIRIUS XM Radio products are available at shop.sirius.com and shop.xmradio.com, and at retail locations nationwide, including Best Buy, RadioShack, Wal-Mart and independent retailers.

SIRIUS XM Radio also offers SIRIUS Backseat TV, the first ever live in-vehicle rear seat entertainment featuring Nickelodeon, Disney Channel and Cartoon Network; XM NavTraffic® service for GPS navigation systems delivers real-time traffic information, including accidents and road construction, for more than 80 North American markets.

This communication contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements include, but are not limited to, statements about future financial and operating results, the combined company's plans, objectives, expectations and intentions with respect to future operations, products and services; and other statements identified by words such as "will likely result," " are expected to," "anticipate," "believe," "plan," "estimate," "intend," "will," "should," "may," or words of similar meaning. Such forward-looking statements are based upon the current beliefs and expectations of SIRIUS XM's management and are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are difficult to predict and generally beyond the control of SIRIUS and XM. Actual results may differ materially from the results anticipated in these forward-looking statements.

The following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from the anticipated results or other expectations expressed in the forward-looking statement: general economic conditions; our dependence upon automakers and other third parties, the substantial indebtedness of SIRIUS and XM; the useful life of our satellites; and our competitive position versus other forms of audio and video entertainment. Additional factors that could cause SIRIUS' and XM's results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in SIRIUS' Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2009 and XM's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2009, which are filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") and available at the SEC's Internet site (http://www.sec.gov/). The information set forth herein speaks only as of the date hereof, and SIRIUS and XM disclaim any intention or obligation to update any forward looking statements as a result of developments occurring after the date of this communication.

P-SIRI

Contacts for SIRIUS XM Radio:

Patrick Reilly
212.901.6646
patrick.reilly@siriusxm.com

Samantha Bowman
212.901.6644
samantha.bowman@siriusxm.com

Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080819/NYTU044LOGO
AP Archive: http://photoarchive.ap.org/
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080819/NYTU044LOGO
PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com
Source: SIRIUS XM Radio

CONTACT: For SIRIUS XM Radio: Patrick Reilly, +1-212-901-6646,
patrick.reilly@siriusxm.com, or Samantha Bowman, +1-212-901-6644,
samantha.bowman@siriusxm.com


-------
Profile: intent

International Entertainment News

Interactive One and Council Of Urban Professionals Conclude Successful Inaugural Digital Summit, a Conference Examining the Importance of the Multicultural Online Consumer

Interactive One and Council Of Urban Professionals Conclude Successful Inaugural Digital Summit, a Conference Examining the Importance of the Multicultural Online Consumer

Summit Featured Notable Speakers Including Matt Jacobson, Head of Market Development for Facebook, and Beth Noveck, U.S. Deputy Chief Technology Officer and Director of the White House Open Government Initiative

NEW YORK, July 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Interactive One, LLC, the digital connection for Black America and the digital division of Radio One, Inc., and the Council of Urban Professionals (CUP), a nonprofit advancing the social, political and economic interests of minorities and women, today announced the completion of their inaugural Digital Summit in New York City on July 21, 2010. The event drew nearly 200 professionals from various sectors, including digital media, advertising, marketing and venture capital, and featured two lively panels composed of key industry innovators debating the growing economic opportunities for and importance of the multicultural online consumer. The Digital Summit culminated with a one-on-one interview with Beth Noveck, technology innovation expert and current U.S. Deputy Chief Technology Officer and Director of the White House Open Government Initiative. The National Association for Multi-Ethnicity in Communications (NAMIC) and the ADCOLOR Industry Coalition also took part in the Digital Summit as marketing partners.

(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20091130/PH18189LOGO )
(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20091130/PH18189LOGO )


"We are thrilled with the tremendous outcome of our first Digital Summit, achieved through our partnerships with CUP, NAMIC and the ADCOLOR Industry Coalition. The high level of energy and discourse shown by our expert panelists made each part of the program compelling and illuminating," said Maria Weaver Watson, VP, Brand Marketing and Strategic Communications for Interactive One. "We look forward to building on the success of this year's program in 2011."

The Digital Summit featured two one-hour panel discussions in which thought leaders from different areas of digital media, marketing and advertising discussed using online media to reach multicultural audiences, strategies on how to maximize audience engagement to generate revenue, and the evolving digital landscape.

The Summit's first panel, entitled, "Understanding the Multicultural Audience Online," examined how multicultural audiences uniquely engage with online media platforms and specifically focused on the nuances of their use of these platforms. Speakers included: Heather James, SVP, Chief Marketing Officer, The Advertising Research Foundation; Mark Lopez, Chief Operating Officer, TERRA Networks USA; Don Moore, President, Burrell Digital; Moderator Steven Wolfe Pereira, SVP, Managing Director, MV Forty-Two Degrees | MediaVest Multicultural; and Smokey Fontaine, Chief Content Officer, Interactive One.

The event's second panel, "Evolving Economics of Online Media," explored in-depth the ever-changing business models for online properties, including emerging strategies on how to transform site traffic into profits. Presenters from a number of leading companies participated in this provocative discussion, among them: Sarah Baehr, Associate Partner, Rosetta; Torrence Boone, Managing Director of Agency Development, Google; Matt Jacobson, Head of Market Development, Facebook; Moderator Ritu Trivedi, Managing Partner, Media Director, Mindshare Interaction; and Omar Wasow, Co-Founder, BlackPlanet.com.

"The impressive turnout and diversity of the Digital Summit's audience was the true testament to its strength and necessity," said Chloe Drew, Executive Director of CUP. "The audience of more than 200 demonstrated a clear need for this comprehensive forum addressing the economic opportunities for and benefits of reaching the multicultural online user. We want to thank Interactive One for partnering with us to create such an outstanding inaugural conference."

According to feedback from attendees, the Digital Summit tackled the timeliest and most important issues presently affecting multicultural marketing and advertising. "The panel themes, especially the approaches to monetizing an engaged multicultural audience, were featured at an ideal time given the current growth and development of the digital media industry. Overall, I thought the event was informative and valuable for my business. I hope to attend again next year," said Charles Crocket Co-Founder and Partner of the Ascend Venture Group.

ABOUT THE COUNCIL OF URBAN PROFESSIONALS:

The Council of Urban Professionals (CUP) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization whose members are leading minority and women professionals in finance, law, business, real estate, media and entertainment. CUP's mission is to develop diverse business and civic leaders, empowering them to exert their influence, achieve their individual goals, and create collective impact. More information is available at www.nycup.org.

ABOUT INTERACTIVE ONE

Interactive One has over 15 million members and reaches over 7 million Black Americans each month. With approximately 4 billion annual page views on its suite of sites, the Company has the definitive social network for Black America, BlackPlanet (www.BlackPlanet.com), as well as a number of leading content sites. These sites include: NewsOne (www.NewsOne.com), which provides up to the minute, comprehensive coverage of newsworthy events relevant to African Americans across the country and the world through syndicated news, original news reports, local content and opinion blogs from some of the most provocative minds in Black America.; TheUrbanDaily (www.TheUrbanDaily.com), which serves as the eyes and ears for African-Americans looking for a one-stop, comprehensive destination for entertainment news, information, gossip and opinion and original celebrity interviews; HelloBeautiful (www.HelloBeautiful.com), which celebrates the lives and style of African American women with a dynamic daily mix of fashion, beauty, entertainment and relationship content; Elev8 (www.Elev8.com) which a personal empowerment website dedicated to uplifting and enriching the lives of African-Americans by offering services, tools, information and community; and GIANTlife (www.Giantlife.com) celebrity, style and culture for the affluent African American and 52 radio station websites.

Interactive One was launched by Radio One in 2008 to complement Radio One's existing portfolio of media companies targeting the African American community. Since its launch, Interactive One has quickly become the #1 online platform for the African American community. Interactive One is powered by the mission to create an online community that engages and positively impacts the lives of African Americans.

ABOUT RADIO ONE

Radio One, Inc. (www.radio-one.com) is a diversified media company that primarily targets African American and urban consumers. The Company is one of the nation's largest radio broadcasting companies, currently owning 53 broadcast stations located in 16 urban markets in the United States. As a part of its core broadcasting business, Radio One operates syndicated programming including the Russ Parr Morning Show, the Yolanda Adams Morning Show, the Rickey Smiley Morning Show, CoCo Brother Live, CoCo Brother's "Spirit" program, Bishop T.D. Jakes' "Empowering Moments", the Reverend Al Sharpton Show, and the Warren Ballentine Show. The Company also owns a controlling interest in Reach Media, Inc. (www.blackamericaweb.com), owner of the Tom Joyner Morning Show and other businesses associated with Tom Joyner. Beyond its core radio broadcasting business, Radio One owns Interactive One (www.interactiveone.com), an online platform serving the African American community through social content, news, information, and entertainment, which operates a number of branded sites, including NewsOne, TheUrbanDaily, HelloBeautiful, and social networks BlackPlanet, MiGente, and AsianAvenue and an interest in TV One, LLC (www.tvoneonline.com), a cable/satellite network programming primarily to African-Americans.

Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20091130/PH18189LOGO
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20091130/PH18189LOGO
Source: Interactive One, LLC

CONTACT: Stephanie Ramirez, +1-212-784-5704, Stephanie@GroupGordon.com;
Jeremy Robinson-Leon, +1-212-784-5702, Jeremy@GroupGordon.com

Web Site: http://www.interactiveone.com/


-------
Profile: intent

International Entertainment News

NBC's 'The Office' Co-Star Ellie Kemper to Host the 2010 Mid-America Emmy® Awards in St. Louis

NBC's 'The Office' Co-Star Ellie Kemper to Host the 2010 Mid-America Emmy® Awards in St. Louis

Gala set for October 9 in the Majestic Ballroom at the St. Louis Renaissance Grand Hotel

ST. LOUIS, July 30 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mid-America Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) announced today that actress and Missouri native Ellie Kemper from NBC's hit show "The Office" will host the 34th Annual Emmy® Awards Gala. For the second year in a row, the Gala will be held in the Majestic Ballroom of the St. Louis Renaissance Grand Hotel.

Kemper stars as Erin Hannon, Dunder Mifflin's receptionist on "The Office." Ellie is a 1998 graduate of John Burroughs High School in St. Louis and a 2002 graduate of Princeton University. She has appeared on multiple national TV shows including The "Tonight Show," "Late Night with Conan O'Brien" and "The Colbert Report," and is a contributor to the national satirical newspaper The Onion, as well as The Huffington Post.

"We are thrilled to have an actress of Ellie's star power to host the 34th Emmy® Awards Gala," said NATAS Mid-America Chapter President and KETC Senior Producer Jim Kirchherr. "She will bring a Hollywood flair to the Emmy® Awards this fall."

"I am so honored to be hosting the 2010 Mid-America Emmy® Awards in my hometown of St. Louis," said Kemper. "Conway School, Ladue Junior High, and Burroughs provided me with invaluable opportunities to perform and to write. And Ted Drewes provided me with really good frozen custard. I am very lucky to have grown up here."

The 2010 Mid-America Emmy® Awards will be held Saturday, October 9, 2010, at 6:30 p.m. in the Majestic Ballroom of the St. Louis Renaissance Grand. The black-tie affair is open to the public. A limited number of tickets for the gala are now on sale for $125 and include dinner. They are available by calling (314) 533-2993.

The Mid-America chapter includes the television markets primarily in Missouri, Arkansas and Illinois and surrounding DMAs.

About NATAS Mid-America Chapter:

The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences is dedicated to the advancement of the arts and sciences of television and the promotion of creative leadership for artistic, educational and technical achievements within the television industry. It recognizes excellence in television with the coveted Emmy® Award. For more information visit www.emmymid-america.org.

At The Vandiver Group, Inc.:
Andy Likes
Director of Public Relations
(314) 606-1878 (cell)

Source: NATAS Mid-America Chapter

CONTACT: Andy Likes, +1-314-606-1878

Web Site: http://www.emmymid-america.org/


-------
Profile: intent

International Entertainment News

Christie Brinkley Shares Her 'Cover Girl' Style With QVC® Viewers

Christie Brinkley Shares Her 'Cover Girl' Style With QVC® Viewers

Model, Actress, Philanthropist and Mom to Debut on QVC

WEST CHESTER, Pa., July 30 /PRNewswire/ -- All-American beauty Christie Brinkley is bringing her latest collection of fresh, nature-inspired fine jewelry to QVC. The multi-talented model and actress is scheduled to appear on Sunday, August 1 at 9 PM (ET) to debut the Christie Brinkley Jewelry Collection and give viewers an inside look at the inspiration behind the pieces.

"This line is a celebration of all the things I love," states Brinkley. "I'm excited to work with QVC to share these bright and beautiful pieces with so many women at such affordable prices."

Each piece appearing on QVC reflects nature's effortless beauty and was created especially for QVC. Brinkley's ultra-feminine bracelets, cocktail rings and dangle earrings feature luminous gemstones such as Sky Blue Topaz and Moonstone, reminiscent of the ocean waves near her Hamptons home. Flowers are also an echoing theme with a braided leather bracelet updated with a sterling rosette, a Blue Lace Agate statement necklace with floral accents and a flower bouquet ring and earrings. Brinkley believes that every day is an occasion to celebrate and each piece is designed to be a visual reminder of this philosophy.

"Christie's unique aesthetic will resonate with our viewers," said Diane Paccione, vice president of merchandising for QVC. "As one of the most recognizable and enduring style icons, she is a fantastic addition to our ever-growing list of celebrity designers."

The Christie Brinkley Jewelry Collection will be available beginning August 1 through QVC at QVC.com or 1.800.345.1515.

About QVC

QVC, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Liberty Media Corporation attributed to the Liberty Interactive Group (NASDAQ:LINTA), is one of the largest multimedia retailers in the world. QVC is committed to providing its customers with thousands of the most innovative and contemporary beauty, fashion, jewelry and home products. Its programming is distributed to more than 180 million homes worldwide. The company's Web site, QVC.com, is ranked among the top general merchant Internet sites. With operations in the United Kingdom, Germany and Japan, and launching in Italy in 2010, West Chester, Pa.-based QVC has shipped more than a billion packages in its 24-year history. QVC, Q, and the Q Ribbon Logo are registered service marks of ER Marks, Inc.

About Christie Brinkley

Christie Brinkley studied and worked in Paris as an illustrator where she was first discovered and became one of America's most successful and recognizable models. She is also an accomplished artist, writer, photographer, designer, actress, political and environmental activist, and most importantly, a mother. As a Ford Super Model, Ms. Brinkley has appeared on the cover of over 500 magazines internationally and boasts the longest ever running cosmetic contract with Cover Girl.


Source: QVC, Inc.

CONTACT: Denise Kovalevich, +1-484-701-8823, Denise.Kovalevich@qvc.com,
or Kayce Cashman, +1-484-701-2179, Kayce.Cashman@qvc.com

Web Site: http://www.qvc.com/


-------
Profile: intent

International Entertainment News

Clash of the Titans Available at BLOCKBUSTER: 28 Days Before Some Other Outlets

Clash of the Titans Available at BLOCKBUSTER: 28 Days Before Some Other Outlets

Blockbuster's 28-Day Availability Advantage Allows Customers to Rent New Releases Immediately

DALLAS, July 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Blockbuster Inc. (Pink Sheets: BLOKA) today announced availability of the movie, Clash of the Titans, in BLOCKBUSTER® stores and from BLOCKBUSTER By Mail a full four weeks before it will be available through some competitors. Blockbuster's early advantage reflects its ongoing agreement with Warner Bros to provide customers with the opportunity to rent hit movies the day they are released on DVD. The movie will also be available from BLOCKBUSTER On Demand® on the release date.

"Blockbuster is thrilled to be able to give our customers immediate access to Clash of the Titans. Our four-week advance over key competitors reiterates to our customers that Blockbuster is a leading multichannel provider of home and mobile entertainment. This is possible because of our long-standing business relationships with the major studios including Warner Bros," said James W. Keyes, chairman and chief executive officer, Blockbuster Inc.

Starring Sam Worthington, Liam Neeson, Ralph Fiennes, and directed by Louis Leterrie, Clash of the Titans brings Greek mythology to life with the ultimate battle between man and gods. Perseus, the mortal son of Zeus, fights to save his family from the dark god of the underworld, Hades. Perseus struggles to accept his power as a god, while he leads a mission to stop Hades before he can seize power from Zeus and unleash hell on earth.

"Our customers don't have to wait weeks or years to see new releases. Clash of the Titans is the latest example of our ability to deliver fresh content that can be viewed anytime, anywhere. That means choice to access entertainment through a BLOCKBUSTER retail store, BLOCKBUSTER Express® kiosk, BLOCKBUSTER By Mail, or BLOCKBUSTER On Demand which provides movies over the internet directly to more than 80 models of Blu-ray Players, HDTVs, Blu-ray Home Theater Systems, DVRs and smart phones including T-Mobile's HTC HD2 and Verizon's Droid X," said Keyes.

Blockbuster offers customers early availability of approximately 50 percent of the theatrical new releases as compared to key competitors including box office hits like Sherlock Holmes, Tooth Fairy, Valentine's Day, and Invictus, and the highest grossing film of all-time, Avatar.

About Blockbuster Inc.

Blockbuster Inc. is a leading global provider of rental and retail movie and game entertainment. The company provides customers with convenient access to media entertainment anywhere, any way they want it - whether in-store, by-mail, through vending kiosks or digitally to their homes and mobile devices. With a highly recognized brand and a library of more than 125,000 movie and game titles, Blockbuster leverages its multichannel presence to serve nearly 47 million global customers annually. The company may be accessed worldwide at www.blockbuster.com.


Source: Blockbuster Inc.

CONTACT: Rebecca Fannin of Hill and Knowlton, +1-202-944-1928,
rebecca.fannin@hillandknowlton.com, for Blockbuster Inc.

Web Site: http://www.blockbuster.com/


-------
Profile: intent

International Entertainment News

Sara Bareilles Announces Fall Headlining Tour

Sara Bareilles Announces Fall Headlining Tour

SOPHOMORE ALBUM, KALEIDOSCOPE HEART SET FOR RELEASE SEPTEMBER 7

NEW YORK, July 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Epic Records recording artist, Sara Bareilles is pleased to announce upcoming dates for her 2010 Fall Headlining Tour in support of her highly anticipated upcoming sophomore release, Kaleidoscope Heart out September 7th. Sara will officially return to the road as the headlining act on September 25 when the tour kicks off in Portland, OR at Roseland Ballroom. The tour will cover 30 major cities across America and conclude at the Knitting Factory Concert House on November 24th in Reno, NV. Supporting acts on the bill are Greg Laswell, Javier Dunn, Cary Brothers, & Holly Conlan.

To celebrate the upcoming release of Kaleidoscope Heart, Sara Bareilles is offering fans the opportunity to pre-order the album and/or pre-order an exclusive t-shirt bundle from www.sarabmusic.com. The album pre-order automatically offers fans priority access to presale tickets that will officially begin at 10AM (local time) Tuesday, August 3rd where they will be amongst the first to purchase tickets to a show on Sara's Fall Headlining Tour. Most general on-sales begin August 6th. Not available in all venues so please check www.sarabmusic.com for specifics.

Kaleidoscope Heart - which Sara wrote and the renowned Neal Avron produced - is the follow up to her massive Grammy nominated debut, Little Voice which has sold over 1 million copies worldwide and garnered the singer/songwriter two Grammy nominations for the triple platinum hit single, "Love Song."

"King Of Anything" the first single from the forthcoming album is currently at radio and garnering early critical acclaim from the press. Rolling Stone recently awarded the track a three star review stating "Like her 2007 hit "Love Song," this single shows off Bareilles' ability to tuck a heart-felt kiss off into a perky piano-pop tune." The immensely addictive and charismatic pop driven track featuring Sara's extraordinary vocal prowess is already Top 10 at Triple A Radio, and holding at # 11 on the Hot AC radio airplay chart. Meanwhile, VH1 who handpicked Sara as their "Posted" artist for the month of July, recently catapulted the video into large rotation where it's currently the # 4 most played video on the channel.

Sara is currently back out on the road for a string of Lilith Fair tour dates as she gears up for the September 7th release of Kaleidoscope Heart. Come September 25th Sara will begin her 2010 Fall Headlining Tour. Dates announced are listed below.

For more information please go www.sarabmusic.com


Lilith Fair Tour
Dates:
----------------
July 27 Cleveland, OH Blossom Music Center
July 28 Camden, PA Susquehanna Bank Center
July 30 Boston, MA Comcast Center
July 31 Holmdel, NJ PNC Bank Arts Center
August 1 Hartford, CT Comcast Theatre
August 3 Washington, DC Merriweather Post Pavilion

Fall Headlining Tour Dates:
-- Greg Laswell support 9/25 - 10/18
-- Javier Dunn support 9/25 - 10/4
-- Cary Brothers support 11/2 - 11/24
-- Holly Conlan support 10/7 - 11/24

September 25 Portland, OR Roseland Ballroom
September 28 Los Angeles, CA Orpheum Theatre
September 29 San Diego, CA House Of Blues
September 30 Tempe, AZ Marquee Theatre
October 2 Dallas, TX Palladium Ballroom
October 3 Austin, TX La Zona Rosa
October 4 Houston, TX House Of Blues
October 7 Atlanta, GA Variety Playhouse
October 8 Nashville, TN Ryman Auditorium
October 11 Ft. Lauderdale, FL Revolution
October 12 Orlando, FL House Of Blues
October 14 Charlotte, NC Neighborhood Theatre
October 15 Carboro, NC Cat's Cradle
October 16 Philadelphia, PA Trocadero Theatre
October 18 Washington, D.C. 9:30 Club
November 2 Minneapolis, MN Pantages Theatre
November 3 Chicago, IL House Of Blues
November 5 Milwaukee, WI Pabst Theater
November 6 Louisville, KY The Bomhard Theater
November 8 Toronto, ON Phoenix Concert Theatre
November 9 Boston, MA House Of Blues
November 10 New York, NY Webster Hall
November 14 Lawrence, KS Liberty Hall *
November 15 Denver, CO Ogden Theatre
November 17 Salt Lake City, UT Avalon Theater
November 19 Boise, ID Knitting Factory Concert House
November 20 Spokane, WA Knitting Factory Concert House
November 22 Vancouver, BC Commodore Ballroom
November 24 Reno, NV Knitting Factory Concert House

* on sale August 28th


TRACK LISTING FOR KALEIDOSCOPE HEART:
1. Kaleidoscope Heart
2. Uncharted
3. Gonna Get Over You
4. Hold My Heart
5. King Of Anything
6. Say You're Sorry
7. The Light
8. Basket Case
9. Let The Rain
10. Machine Gun
11. Not Alone
12. Breathe Again
13. Bluebird

TRACK LISTING FOR KALEIDOSCOPE HEART:
-------------------------------------
1. Kaleidoscope Heart
2. Uncharted
3. Gonna Get Over You
4. Hold My Heart
5. King Of Anything
6. Say You're Sorry
7. The Light
8. Basket Case
9. Let The Rain
10. Machine Gun
11. Not Alone
12. Breathe Again
13. Bluebird

Source: Epic Records

CONTACT: Tara Melega, +1-212-833-7707, Tara.Melega@sonymusic.com

Web Site: http://www.sarabmusic.com/


-------
Profile: intent

International Entertainment News

Blues Traveler to Headline 'MINI Takes the States' Motoring Fest

Blues Traveler to Headline 'MINI Takes the States' Motoring Fest

MINI DRIVERS HEAD TO DENVER FESTIVAL FROM AROUND THE COUNTRY

DENVER, July 30 /PRNewswire/ -- MINI drivers are hitting the streets this summer on a massive road rally heading to Denver, Colo. for a motoring festival featuring Blues Traveler on Sat., Aug. 14, 2010. A fundraiser for the Leukemia and Lymphoma society, MINI's all over the United States will hit the roads beginning on Aug. 5, as they travel from Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, Atlanta and New York to Denver, Colo., where drivers will experience an unscheduled concert featuring Blues Traveler!

And, following miles and miles of rallies and cruising in a MINI mass, drivers will be ready for a celebration! Upon arrival in Denver, MINI drivers from all over the country (and all local guests) will meet at Infinity Park to test their MINI driving skills on the MINI autocross track, interact with other MINI enthusiasts in the MINI "corral," check out new MINI gear in the MINI Emporium and visit the MINI Owners' Boot Sale (MINI products created and sold by other MINI owners.) The one-day MINI motoring festival will be held at Infinity Park (4599 E. Tennessee Ave., Glendale, Colo.) and will feature a full line up of live music, test driving, a fun zone with activities, food and beverages as well as an extreme BMX stunt show.

For a $25 event registration fee, guests will enjoy all of the MINI motoring festival activities and an incredible live music line-up featuring Blues Traveler as well as Rayland Baxter, Fox Street All Stars, 18 South (featuring Shawn Camp & Holly Williams) and the Pat McLaughlin Band! To attend the Aug. 14 event, guests must register $25 online at www.miniusa.com. The festival runs from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. (with Blues Traveler playing at 7 p.m.). A portion of the event proceeds will benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society on behalf of Ryan's MINI adventure, http://www.ryansminiadventure.com/.


Source: MINI

CONTACT: Christina Brickley of c5 communications, +1-303-718-7709,
christina@c5mediacomm.com, for MINI

Web Site: http://www.miniusa.com/


-------
Profile: intent

International Entertainment News

Yes on Prop. 21 Gets the Hollywood Treatment - Secures Support of Strong Coalition of Entertainment Industry Groups

Yes on Prop. 21 Gets the Hollywood Treatment - Secures Support of Strong Coalition of Entertainment Industry Groups

Prop. 21 Essential to Halting Runaway Production; Protecting and Creating Jobs for Entertainment Industry

SACRAMENTO, Calif., July 30 /PRNewswire/ -- The campaign supporting Prop. 21,the Nov. 2 ballot measure that will provide a stable and adequate funding source for state parks and beaches, has announced growing support from the entertainment industry due to the importance of state parks and beaches in halting runaway film production.

Prop. 21 has received endorsements from film commissions stretching across the entire state, including the San Diego Film Commission, Sacramento Film Commission, Santa Cruz County Film Commission, Monterey County Film Commission, Mendocino County Film Office, Santa Barbara Film Commission and the Humboldt Film Commission. The film commissions are part of a growing list of entertainment industry groups supporting Prop. 21, which includes the Location Managers Guild of America.

"State parks are essential locations for film production and the jobs they create in California," said Cathy Anderson, San Diego Film Commission CEO. "Prop. 21 provides dedicated funding for state parks and beaches that is essential to stopping runaway film production. From electricians and truck drivers, to grips and caterers, Prop. 21 helps ensure that the entire spectrum of jobs created by film production stay in California."

According to a recent study by The Milken Institute, California has lost 36,000 jobs because of film and television productions leaving California for other locations. In 2009, more than 900 permits were granted for nearly 2,000 days of filming in California's state parks and beaches. Ranking as the most popular state-owned site for filming, state parks provide valuable locations that help keep the $57-billion U.S. film production industry, and the jobs it creates, from leaving California.

Chronic underfunding is starving state parks and has caused them to accumulate a $1.3 billion backlog in needed maintenance and repairs. Last year, nearly 150 state parks were shut down part-time or suffered deep service reductions because of budget cuts, and more park closure proposals and budget cuts are expected this year. Thousands of acres are closed to the public because of reductions in park rangers, and crime has nearly tripled. Destruction and vandalism of the parks themselves has grown fourfold, and beachgoers are often unprotected because of decreases in lifeguards.

Prop. 21 will provide California vehicles with free, year-round day-use access to state parks and beaches, in exchange for a new $18 surcharge. This new surcharge will be assessed as part of California's annual vehicle registration. Funds from the surcharge will be placed in a trust fund dedicated specifically to state parks and wildlife conservation, which cannot legally be used for other purposes.

The entertainment industry is one sector of a wide-ranging coalition of interests supporting Prop. 21. Other supporters include the California Travel Industry Association, The Nature Conservancy, California Teachers Association, California State Lifeguard Association, California State Park Rangers Association, California State Parks Foundation, National Wildlife Federation, California Action for Healthy Kids and Surfrider Foundation. For a full list of supporters, please click here.

For more information on Prop. 21, please visit www.YesForStateParks.com or www.facebook.com/YesForStateParks.


Source: Yes on 21; Californians for State Parks and Wildlife Conservation

CONTACT: Sean Rossall, +1-818-760-2121, srossall@fionahuttonassoc.com,
Yes on 21., Californians for State Parks and Wildlife Conservation

Web Site: http://www.yesforstateparks.com/


-------
Profile: intent

International Entertainment News

Be a Part of the Hannah Montana Phenomenon!

Be a Part of the Hannah Montana Phenomenon!

FANS PRE-ORDERING THE HANNAH MONTANA FOREVER SOUNDTRACK WILL RECEIVE A POSTER WITH THEIR IMAGE ADDED TO THE PHOTO MOSAIC TO BE FEATURED IN AN OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO AIRING ON DISNEY CHANNEL

BURBANK, Calif., July 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Walt Disney Records announces an exciting opportunity to be part of the Hannah Montana Forever soundtrack! By pre-ordering the album before September 3, 2010, the first 10,000 fans can add their photo to the official Hannah Montana Photo Mosaic and get the poster delivered right to them by mail with the official soundtrack. The photo will also be included in an official music video that will air on Disney Channel. Fans will also instantly get the track "Ordinary Girl" from the Hannah Montana Forever soundtrack out this fall and an additional song when it becomes available before the album release.

Disney Channel's July 11, 2010 season premiere of "Hannah Montana Forever" (8:00 - 8:30 p.m.) was TV's No. 1 telecast for the week in Kids 6-11 and Tweens 9-14, and cable's No. 1 scripted telecast in Total Viewers (5.7 million). This fourth season continues the fun as the audience follows the Stewart family as they move into their new Malibu ranch and Miley enters her senior year of high school.

The Hannah Montana Forever soundtrack can be pre-ordered at Disney.com/hannahfanwall. For more information on Walt Disney Records' releases, please visit Disney Records.com, become a fan at Facebook.com/disneymusic or follow us at Twitter.com/disneymusic.


Source: Walt Disney Records

CONTACT: Maria Kleinman, Walt Disney Records - Media Relations,
maria.kleinman@disney.com


-------
Profile: intent

International Entertainment News

Jason Mesnick Joins Down Under Answers to Give Travelers the 'Real' Scoop on Travel

Jason Mesnick Joins Down Under Answers to Give Travelers the 'Real' Scoop on Travel

TV's "Bachelor"-Turned-Newlywed and Travel Ambassador Offers His Take on the Wonders of Traveling to Australia, New Zealand and Africa

BELLEVUE, Wash., July 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Australia and New Zealand vacation wholesale specialist Down Under Answers (http://www.duatravel.com/), or DUA, is excited to introduce the newest member of their travel team, Jason Mesnick - a name known to millions as "The Bachelor."

In his position as business development manager, Mesnick will share his passion for Australia, New Zealand and Africa, with a focus on travel for all ages, budgets and adventure levels. Highlights include wildlife-, nature- and outdoor-based activities, such as four-wheel driving, surfing, canoeing, biking, hiking, diving, sailing, rafting and camping, exposing Mesnick's taste for adventure and getting off the beaten track. Many of these itineraries can be found in DUA's "Active OzNZ" portfolio. (http://duatravel.com/activeoznz/)

"Jason's enthusiasm about life and traveling coupled with his extensive on-camera experience make him an invaluable addition to Down Under Answers and our newest sister company - Africa Answers. I'm thrilled to welcome him, and am convinced he will inspire others to visit the South Pacific and Africa after sharing his incredible vacation experiences," says DUA founder and president Kirk Demeter.

As an ambassador of DUA and Africa Answers, Jason will travel the country educating trade partners and inspiring others to visit Africa, Australia and New Zealand, showing them how to have the time of their lives on any budget and even exploring how to get jobs overseas. He will also be helping couples looking for an unforgettable honeymoon by sharing romance-on-a-budget tips.

Jason will be online for an hour most weekdays at noon discussing travel-related topics on a new blog called jasonsjobblog.com (http://www.jasonsjobblog.com/). He will blog his must-visit locales, controversial travel issues, vacation video tips and details about his upcoming destinations.

Although Jason has always been passionate about travel, he became a household name when he embarked on a different kind of journey: reality television. A thwarted suitor on ABC's "The Bachelorette," he was subsequently selected as Season 13's "The Bachelor." He set primetime abuzz when, some weeks after proposing to Melissa Rycroft, he realized that he was still in love with runner-up Molly Malaney and proclaimed his change of heart on national television. This story has a happy ending: Molly gave him another chance, and he proposed to Molly during a New Zealand vacation planned through Down Under Answers.

"Molly and I had such an amazing time in New Zealand that we asked Down Under Answers' sister company, Africa Answers, to plan our honeymoon in South Africa," Mesnick said. "I believe the only regrets we have in life are the things we don't do. I want to let people who aspire to take an African or South Pacific vacation know why they shouldn't put off their dream trip."

Image: http://www.ereleases.com/pic/2010-DUA-Jason.jpg

Founded in 1992, Seattle-based Down Under Answers is the industry leader in travel to Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Tahiti, the Cook Islands, Vanuatu, Dubai and Africa. Repeatedly voted Best Travel Wholesaler by Tourism New Zealand and Tourism Australia specialists, the company employs seasoned Destination Specialists to customize tours - ranging from unique, hands-on holidays to more traditional itineraries - for groups of virtually any size. For further information, email info@duatravel.com, or call (800) 889-1464.

Follow Down Under Answers Online:

Website: http://www.duatravel.com/
Twitter: @DownUnderAnswer
Facebook: Down Under Answers
Flickr: Flickr
YouTube: YouTube
Blog: http://www.jasonsjobblog.com/

Media Contact:

Andrea Courtney
Randall PR / (206) 624-5757


This press release was issued through eReleases(R). For more information, visit eReleases Press Release Distribution at http://www.ereleases.com/.


Source: Down Under Answers

CONTACT: Andrea Courtney, Randall PR, +1-206-624-5757

Web Site: http://www.duatravel.com/


-------
Profile: intent