Austria's Ziyu He wins Eurovision Young Musicians 2014

Austria's Ziyu He wins Eurovision Young Musicians 2014

GENEVA, June 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --



15-year-old violinist Ziyu He, from Austria, has been named the winner of Eurovision
Young Musicians 2014.



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The final of this prestigious competition took place on Saturday 31 May at the
Roncalliplatz in Cologne, Germany.



The show was broadcast in 10 of the 14 participating countries by EBU Members; WDR
(Germany), CT (Czech Republic), NERIT (Greece), PBS (Malta), TRM (Moldova), NRK (Norway),
TVP (Poland), MTVA (Hungary) and SVT (Sweden). The whole show or an edited version will be
broadcast by other participating Members over the next few weeks.



The 14 finalists performed in front of an audience of around 2,000 people outside
Cologne's iconic Cathedral and were judged by a panel of five world-renowned musicians;
Chairman of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra Prof. Dr Clemens Hellsberg, conductor Uros
Lajovic, recordist Maurice Steger, clarinettist Carol McGonnell and the first Eurovision
Young Musicians winner in 1982, pianist Markus Pawlik.



Austrian winner Ziyu He performed Bela Bartok's Violin Concerto No. 2, 1st mvt.
candenza.



He was born in 1999 in Qingdao, China and began studying the violin at the age of
five. Ziyu has lived and studied in Salzburg at the Leopold Mozart Institute of the
Mozarteum University since October 2011. (see the Notes to Editors for a full biography)



Ziyu said, "I am very happy to have taken part in this great competition and to have
won."



The winner received a prize of 10,000 euros and the opportunity to perform with the
Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra.



Prizes were also awarded for the first time to second and third placed Urban Stanic
from Slovenia and Gergely Devich from Hungary who were awarded 7,000 and 3,000 euros
respectively.



Earlier this month, Austria also won the 59th Eurovision Song Contest, organised by
the EBU, in Copenhagen.



Eurovision Young Musicians was a co-production between the European Broadcasting Union
(EBU) and Member Westdeutscher Rundfunk (WDR)



The 2014 Eurovision Young Musicians participants and broadcasters were:



- violinist Ziyu He from Austria (15) ORF



- accordianist Martin Kot from the Czech Republic (11) CT



- guitarist Vassilis Digos from Greece (18) NERIT



- guitarist Kurt Aquilina from Malta (18) PBS



- violinist Sonoko Miriam Shimano Welde from Norway (18) NRK



- cellist Andre Gunko from Portugal (17) TVP



- violist Albin Uusijarvi from Sweden (18) SVT



- violinist Sara Domjani from Croatia (18) HRT



- violinist Judith Stapf from Germany (17) WDR



- violoncellist Gergely Devich from Hungary (16) MTVA



- pianist Livyka Shtirbu-Sokolov from Moldova (16) TRM



- accordianist Bartosz Ko sut from Poland (18) TVP



- pianist Urban Stanic from Slovenia (18) RTVSLO



- recordist Lucie Horsch from The Netherlands (14) NPO



ABOUT EUROVISION YOUNG MUSICIANS



Eurovision Young Musicians is the EBU's leading contest for young classical musicians
and, since its first outing in 1982, has established an enviable reputation for finding
outstanding new talent.



The first Eurovision Young Musicians (EYM) was held in Manchester (UK) on 11 June
1982. Since then it has been held six times in Vienna (Austria), twice in Switzerland
(Geneva and Lucerne), and once in Copenhagen (Denmark), Amsterdam (Netherlands), Brussels
(Belgium), Warsaw (Poland), Lisbon (Portugal), Bergen (Norway) and Berlin (Germany).
Previous winners of the contest include leading virtuosos Markus Pawlik, Julian Rachlin,
Natalie Clein, Julia Fischer and Lidia Baich.



ABOUT THE EBU



The EBU is the world's foremost alliance of public service media (PSM) with Members in
56 countries in Europe and beyond.



Its mission is to safeguard the role of PSM and promote their indispensable
contribution to society. It is the point of reference for industry expertise and a core
for European media knowledge and innovation.



The EBU operates EUROVISION and EURORADIO. EUROVISION is the media industry's premier
distributor and producer of top-quality live news, sport, entertainment, culture and music
content. EURORADIO enhances public service radio by means of music exchanges, professional
networking, and promoting digital and hybrid radio.



With its staff of 370, the organization extends from Brussels to Rome, Moscow to New
York, Washington DC, Singapore, and Beijing. Its headquarters are in Geneva - an
inspirational hub for global sports federations, far-reaching international organizations
and centres of academic and scientific discovery.



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For more information on Eurovision Young Musicians visit



http://www.youngmusicians.tv/page/cologne-2014



Twitter: @young_musicians [https://twitter.com/young_musicians ]



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Notes to Editors



Ziyu He - Winner Eurovision Young Musicians 2014



Ziyu He was born in 1999 in Qingdao, China and began studying the violin at the age of
5 under the guidance of Professor Xiangrong Zhang.



In 2010, Ziyu was presented in Beijing as a part of the Austrian-Chinese Music Academy
to Professor Paul Roczek of the Mozarteum University, Salzburg. Professor Roczek
immediately recognized the immense musical potential and artistic talent of young Ziyu and
recommended him as a participant in the International Mozarteum Summer Academy. Since
October 2011, Ziyu lives and studies in Salzburg at the Leopold Mozart Institute of the
Mozarteum University. Ziyu has already demonstrated astonishing talent in many concerts.
Of special distinction were two concerts opening the Salzburg Festival in 2010 and 2012,
and another in the Leopold Mozart Centre in the University of Augsburg, Germany.



As the youngest participant of the Meissen Music Academy in the summer of 2012, he was
chosen amongst all age groups for the Szymon Goldberg Award. Recently he was also named
prize winner of the Mozarteum International Summer Academy, and as a result he performed
at the Salzburg Festival the Chaconne in d minor of J.S. Bach. In 2013 he won a special
prize as well as the third prize at the International Competition for Violin, Kloster
Schontal and a third prize at the International Louis Spohr Competition for Young
Violinists. Ziyu made his debut with orchestra in November 2012 with the Qingdao Symphony,
playing Saint-Saens' Rondo Capriccioso.



In September 2014 he will perform a recital in the Robert Schumann House, Zwickau,
Germany.




For more information please contact:
EBU Media Liaison - Dave Goodman
+41-79-634-9097, goodman@ebu.ch




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Verde Media Group Inc. Announces Signing of MOU With Major Distributor for Beautyject Inc.; Kevin Harrington previously from ABC's Shark Tank To Become Advisor to Beautyject Inc.

Verde Media Group Inc. Announces Signing of MOU With Major Distributor for Beautyject Inc.; Kevin Harrington previously from ABC's Shark Tank To Become Advisor to Beautyject Inc.

LOS ANGELES, May 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Verde Media Group Inc. (OTC: VMGI) is pleased to announce that it has recently entered into a Memorandum of Understanding, through its subsidiary Beautyject Inc., with Power Shark Capital ("PSC") for the sale and distribution of its beauty and cosmetic products throughout North America.

PSC is headed by Jean Jean Pelletier. Mr. Pelletier is an accomplished entrepreneur who has successfully founded and run numerous companies, many of which have been listed on public exchanges in Canada and the U.S. Mr. Pelletier has also acted as an advisor to numerous private and publicly traded companies during his career, and brings with him an expertise in private and public corporate finance, marketing, strategic advising and public and media relations.

Kevin Harrington of PSC will act as an advisor to Beautyject Inc. Mr. Harrington, who starred on the popular television show Shark Tank, is a world-renowned direct marketing expert who is widely recognized as the pioneer and principal architect of the infomercial industry. Mr. Harrington has sold more than $4 Billion worth of products through TV infomercials, commercials and other direct marketing venues. Mr. Harrington has also authored the best-selling book Act Now: How I Turn Ideas into Million-Dollar Products.

According to the terms of the Memorandum of Understanding, Beautyject has granted to PSC exclusive distribution, sales and marketing of its needleless beauty products for North America. PSC shall be responsible for handling all sales and distribution through infomercials, TV commercials and other direct marketing methods at PSC's cost. "We are very fortunate to be working with the Beautyject team and their unique needleless technology," said Mr. Pelletier, "And we expect to generate tremendous interest as we commence our marketing campaign in the near future."

William Veve, President of Verde Media Group Inc. stated, "Mr. Harrington and Mr. Pelletier have a proven track record in sales and marketing. With their involvement, Beautyject's potential in the North American market will be realized on a fast track."

About Beautyject:
Beautyject Inc. is a majority owned subsidiary of VMGI and offers needle-free technology fully adapted to the beauty care and cosmetic markets. The injectors can be used to administer liquid cosmetic products such as Botox, hyaluronic acid, vitamins, and a variety of other products cocktails to the top layers of the skin through a non-invasive, needle-free, painless delivery system.

For more information, visit: www.beautyject.com

About Power Shark Capital
Power Shark Capital is a business development company focusing on starting and growing new ventures by providing expertise in consumer goods products, infomercials, financial services, public relations, and celebrity endorsements.

About Verde Media Group Inc.
Verde Media Group Inc. is a publicly traded company listed on the OTC Markets trading under the stock symbol: VMGI. Verde Media Group Inc. The company consists of three divisions:

Agency Division - The innovative Agency division services- public relations, marketing, and transaction functions for corporate clientele.

BioTech Division - The Biotech Division manages a portfolio of biotech companies and the VMBD division undertakes the business of developing and producing high value bio-products from renewable biomass. The focus and criterion is to develop proprietary microbial technologies with low risk scale-up methods employing low cost feedstock.

Entertainment Division - The company operates a managed media company with production, distribution, development, and acquisition functions for film and television.

For more information, visit www.verdemediagroup.com, or connect with the company on Facebook. Twitter- @Verdemediagroup

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The results described herein cannot be guaranteed. This release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended and such forward-looking statements are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements in this news release other than statements of historical fact are "forward-looking statements" that are based on current expectations and assumptions.

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"Bruno's Blues" Slated for Wide Release on iTunes June 3

"Bruno's Blues" Slated for Wide Release on iTunes June 3

VANCOUVER, May 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --



"Bruno's Blues" indie music comedy film is scheduled for release on iTunes June 3. The
smokin' weird, shamelessly fun feature length movie is a fiction based on the real life of
Vancouver pianist Bruno Hubert. Filmmaker Michael Simard had originally planned to produce
a documentary on Bruno but after a glimpse of his lifestyle realized a feature length
comedy was more appropriate. Bizarre comedy weaves between musical performances by many
acclaimed artists including Brad Turner, Bill Campbell, Mike Allen and Denzal Sinclaire.
Many of the musicians play fictitious characters while Hubert dramatizes his own quirky
life.



"A great escape for music and indie film fans," says Simard who financed the entire
project over ten years along with passion and dedication. "It's about the musical talent
of the artists. The slapstick comedy is a blunt tool used for spontaneous laughs between
the inspirational performances."



Who: Music, indie film fans



What: Bruno's Blues on demand release



When: June 3, 2014



Where: iTunes Movies, comedy



iTunes link to Bruno's Blues: http://bit.ly/1vflkRR



Official Movie Site: http://www.brunosblues.com



SOURCE: Bruno's Blues Productions Inc.



For further information:



Michael Simard, Tel: +1-250-468-0277




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CBS Corporation To Report Second Quarter 2014 Results On Thursday, August 7

CBS Corporation To Report Second Quarter 2014 Results On Thursday, August 7

NEW YORK, May 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- CBS Corporation (NYSE: CBS.A and CBS) announced today that it will report results for the second quarter of 2014 after the market closes on Thursday, August 7, 2014. The earnings announcement will be available in the Investors/News & Events section of the Company's corporate web site, www.cbscorporation.com.

The Company will then conduct a teleconference call at 4:30 PM, ET. The call is open to the general public. The domestic conference call number is (888) 686-9681. Please call at least five minutes in advance to ensure that you are connected prior to the presentation. The international dial-in number is (913) 312-1513.

A live audio WEBCAST of the call will also be available here beginning at 4:30 PM, ET, on August 7. It is recommended that you have the appropriate software (Windows Media Player or RealPlayer) installed at least 15 minutes prior to the call.

A replay of the call will be available at 7:30 PM, ET, on August 7 at (800) 839-4276. The international replay number is (402) 220-1735. The audio WEBCAST replay will also be available at 7:30 PM, ET, on August 7 in the Investors/News & Events section of CBS's corporate web site.

About CBS Corporation

CBS Corporation (NYSE: CBS.A and CBS) is a mass media company that creates and distributes industry-leading content across a variety of platforms to audiences around the world. The Company has businesses with origins that date back to the dawn of the broadcasting age as well as new ventures that operate on the leading edge of media. CBS owns the most-watched television network in the U.S. and one of the world's largest libraries of entertainment content, making its brand - "the Eye" - one of the most recognized in business. The Company's operations span virtually every field of media and entertainment, including cable, publishing, radio, local TV, film, outdoor advertising, and interactive and socially responsible media. CBS's businesses include CBS Television Network, The CW (a joint venture between CBS Corporation and Warner Bros. Entertainment), Showtime Networks, CBS Sports Network, TVGN (a joint venture between CBS Corporation and Lionsgate), Smithsonian Networks, Simon & Schuster, CBS Television Stations, CBS Radio, CBS Outdoor, CBS Television Studios, CBS Global Distribution Group (CBS Studios International and CBS Television Distribution), CBS Interactive, CBS Consumer Products, CBS Home Entertainment, CBS Films and CBS EcoMedia. For more information, go to www.cbscorporation.com.

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Unprecedented Gospel Show "Kirk Franklin Presents Tye Tribbett" to Tour House of Blues Entertainment Venues Nationally

Unprecedented Gospel Show "Kirk Franklin Presents Tye Tribbett" to Tour House of Blues Entertainment Venues Nationally

Tickets On Sale Saturday, May 31

LOS ANGELES, May 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Grammy-Award winning star and Gospel music icon Kirk Franklin is collaborating with House of Blues Entertainment and its venues across the United States to create a new national gospel tour, "Kirk Franklin Presents Tye Tribbett" debuting in July.

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Tickets go on sale tomorrow, May 31.

Often heralded at "The Elvis of Gospel," Tribbett's high energy, powerful, and infectious music have helped redefine gospel music, and earned him two number one albums, two stellar Awards and three Grammy nominations. His explosive summer 2013 release, Greater Than That claimed the number one spot on Billboard's Top Gospel Chart.

"This is a great chance to share the gift of a spectacular talent like Tye with gospel fans throughout the country in a fresh new show that is unlike any production we've ever seen," said Franklin. "It will be a special experience."

For nearly two decades, Franklinhas been a multi-platinum-selling pioneer in gap-bridging musicianship, uniting audiences across gospel, hip hop, pop and R&B. Last year he joined forces with House of Blues to create a new Gospel brunch experience as part of its year-long 20th Anniversary Celebration.

Tribbett, whose musical features and collaborations include Faith Hill, Justin Timberlake, Sting, Mary J. Blige, John Mellencamp, The Roots and others said, "I'm excited to have this chance to perform in such unique venues that will allow the audience to be closer to the performances than virtually anywhere else possible.

"We're putting together a show that will take gospel to another new place."

Franklin will be picking a special support guest for each date.

Tour Schedule:

Tues. Jul 01
Philadelphia, PA
Theatre of Living Arts

Sun. Jul 06
Detroit, MI
St. Andrew's Hall

Mon. Jul 07
Cleveland, OH
House of Blues

Tues. Jul 08
Washington DC
Fillmore

Wed. Jul 09
New York, NY
Gramercy Theatre

Mon. Jul 14
Dallas, TX
House of Blues

Tues. Jul 15
Houston, TX
House of Blues

Sun. Jul 20
Orlando, FL
House of Blues

Tues. Jul 22
Charlotte, NC
Fillmore

Sun. Jul 27
Los Angeles, CA
House of Blues

Mon. Jul 28
Anaheim, CA
House of Blues

Tues. Jul 29
San Diego, CA
House of Blues

About House Of Blues Entertainment
With 100 owned/operated and affiliated clubs and theaters, The House of Blues Entertainment portfolio, a division of Live Nation, is wide-ranging including the legendary Fillmores and the intimate House of Blues clubs throughout the United States. House of Blues Entertainment is the country's pre-eminent live music venue collection featuring state-of-the-art sound and lighting technology in one-of-a-kind custom designed environments aimed to bring fans and artists together in unparalleled musical environments.

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The T.J. Martell Foundation Announces The New York Bowling Bash

The T.J. Martell Foundation Announces The New York Bowling Bash

NEW YORK, May 30, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The T.J. Martell Foundation has announced The New York Bowling Bash, a fundraiser that combines the competitive sport of bowling with high energy entertainment to raise funds for cancer research. Hosted by DJ Sean Glass, the event takes place on Thursday, June 26, 2014 at Bowlmor Times Square. The T.J. Martell Foundation aims to combine music and entertainment with an event that will drive competition to raise funds for its core mission of finding a cure for leukemia, cancer and AIDs.

The T.J. Martell Foundation New York Bowling Bash is a re-launch of the foundation's famous bowling tournaments of the 80's and 90's that included performances by such legendary artists as the Go-Gos, John Cougar Mellencamp and Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers. Aimed at young professionals, the T.J. Martell Foundation's Bowling Bash will highlight various ways in which attendees can support the foundation.

Sean Glass, the Honorary Bowling Bash Chairman, is a modern multi-hyphenate in music and culture. He founded his company Win Music in 2013 with the signing of Duke Dumont and garnered a nomination for its first GRAMMY. As a DJ, Glass has created and helped grow some of the most popular underground events in New York, played for the largest festivals and has been a resident of New York's most respected nightclubs. Glass has produced a brand new official stage for the Heineken brand at Coachella. The New York Times has dubbed him "the soundtrack of the New York Tech community. Last year Sean found himself and his company the subject of features in the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, Business Insider, Vice, Billboard, Next Web, LA Weekly and many more media outlets.

Guests of the New York Bowling Bash for the T.J. Martell Foundation will be greeted with team shirts, food and drink and upbeat music provided by DJ Sean Glass. The competition will produce a winning team who will take home the title and trophy from the T.J. Martell Foundation.

To purchase tickets and corporate teams or for general information go to: http://bowlingbash.splashthat.com/?preview

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Caroline Galloway
M2M PR
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Where Will the Next Great Blockbuster Come From? World's Best Story Aims to Uncover the Next Smash Hit Story

Where Will the Next Great Blockbuster Come From? World's Best Story Aims to Uncover the Next Smash Hit Story

The writer with the most compelling story in global literary contest to be published alongside top authors by FastPencil PREMIERE

MONTREAL, May 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- World's Best Story, the first social contest to reward writers and readers, is looking for the next big blockbuster story. Aspiring authors will be reviewed and voted on by a community of readers, and ultimately, hand-selected by a panel of best-selling authors. The grand prize winner will have his or her title published by FastPencil PREMIERE, a best-selling author imprint service that has represented authors such as Mercer Mayer, Steven Pressfield and Mark Victor Hansen.

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World's Best Story is the first social contest where the story and its blockbuster potential is the star attraction. The six-month-long contest aims to find a manuscript that has the potential to be a smash hit in books and beyond - from movies, to video games, to graphic novels, to merchandise. Aspiring authors in top-grossing genres will enter their blockbuster story concept and sample chapter for the community to review and help select ten finalists and grand prize winner.

"This is not just a literary contest, we're looking for stories that will be consumed in multiple media formats - from books to the big screen and beyond," said Vincent Salera, Founder, CEO and CCO of World's Best Story. "Our goal is to revolutionize the traditional literary contest and identify a story with mass appeal. We're looking for a tale that audiences will love and help authors turn that tale into transmedia franchises, which is why we're empowering readers to judge this contest."

Writers can enter by visiting WorldsBestStory.com or logging onto FastPencil, the easiest way to write and publish a book, and uploading their title, cover, blockbuster concept and sample chapter. Only contestants that have uploaded a full manuscript to FastPencil will be eligible for the final round of professional voting by a panel of best-selling authors and the grand prize.

"FastPencil is a self-publishing platform based on social writing and reading, which is why we're a perfect fit for this revolutionary literary event," said Steve Wilson, co-founder and President of FastPencil. "World's Best Story is all about socially identifying and curating stories with mass appeal. By using the FastPencil platform, the writers are easily able to improve their work with instantaneous feedback from the community."

Readers will play a key role in the contest, judging in every round through the finals. World's Best Story has developed a proprietary algorithm that determines blockbuster potential based on reader feedback. For reviewing, rating and voting on stories, readers will be rewarded with various prizes from World's Best Story sponsors. Readers can enter by visiting WorldsBestStory.com to review contestant stories, rate their blockbuster potential and cast a final vote to see which story will win the World's Best Story grand prize. The contest will have five key periods for entrants and reader judging:

Entry Period (May 28 - August 12): Writers and readers sign up
Round 1 (August 13 - September 10): Readers review favorite stories and narrow the field
Round 2 (September 11 - October 8): Readers rate Top 100 finalists blockbuster potential
Round 3 (October 9 - November 14): Judging panel votes on Top 10 for World's Best Story grand prize
Grand Prize Event (November 15): Announcement of the grand prize winner at Toronto International Book Fair

The Top 10 finalists will be judged by a professional panel headlined by best-selling FastPencil PREMIERE author James Kahn, who has written the novel versions of top-grossing films including Return of the Jedi and Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom. The winner will be announced at the Toronto International Book Fair and awarded the grand prize package from World's Best Story and FastPencil - their title published by FastPencil PREMIERE, trademark protection in the U.S. and Canada, a cross-country promotional book tour, consulting with celebrity authors and more.

To learn more about World's Best Story, including how to enter, please visit www.WorldsBestStory.com.

About World's Best Story
World's Best Story is the first social contest to reward writers and readers in the search for the next great blockbuster story. The global contest aims to find a manuscript that has the blockbuster potential to be a smash hit in top grossing transmedia formats -- namely print book, ebook, App, audio book, graphic novel, video game, web/TV series, film, and merchandise. For more information about World's Best Story, please visit www.WorldsBestStory.com.

About FastPencil
FastPencil is leveraging the disruptive trends of self-publishing, social media, print-on-demand, and ebook distribution to deliver a new unified online service that streamlines the book publishing process offering more control and higher margins for authors. The FastPencil writing and publishing service enables authors to create books online, collaborate, publish, and distribute from one engaging, simple, cost-effective solution. For more information please visit FastPencil.com.

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Live Nation Entertainment Partners With Facebook® To Launch Official Events

Live Nation Entertainment Partners With Facebook® To Launch Official Events

- Fans Can View Events on Mobile, Receive Onsale Notifications and Purchase Tickets from Ticketmaster -

LOS ANGELES, May 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) today announced they have collaborated with Facebook® to improve concert events for millions of fans on Facebook by launching "Official Events." Leveraging the size and scale of Ticketmaster's database, events promoted by Live Nation will be imported to Artists' Facebook Pages as "Official Events." This will provide fans direct links to Ticketmaster to purchase verified tickets.

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In addition to the streamlined fan experience, "Official Events" enable artists to ensure that all of their fans that Join or Save an event will get an automatic notification for when tickets go onsale and other important event information.

"Official Events" launched in time to support "ON THE RUN TOUR: BEYONCÉ AND JAY Z" which went onsale Friday May 2. This is the first tour to be part of these new improvements and this marks the first time a single event was used by multiple artists to communicate directly with their fans in a single place on Facebook.

"We collaborated with Facebook on "Official Events" because we wanted to provide fans a better way to discover and stay informed about concerts on Facebook," said Ryan Okum, executive vice president of digital marketing for Live Nation's U.S. Concerts. "This will benefit millions of concert fans, and this launch could not have been possible without the collaboration with both artists and their management teams."

Many artists have millions of fans on Facebook and "Official Events" will help fans easily discover and Join the Artist's official Event Pages on desktop and mobile. For the first time on mobile the four closest shows to a fan will be displayed directly on the artist page. "Official Events" will provide links for fans to purchase tickets at Ticketmaster as well as secure secondary ticket sellers such as TicketsNow as well as others.

"Official Events" are available to artists to support their live concert events, and in the coming months, this will be rolled out to additional Ticketmaster clients in categories like sports, theatre and family genres.

About Live Nation Entertainment:
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world's leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation & House of Blues Concerts, LN Media and Artist Nation Management. For additional information, visit: www.livenationentertainment.com

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Real Piano™ 4.0 Includes Free Remote Control App, New Settings Interface and Enhanced Features for a Great Piano-Playing Experience on iOS Devices

Real Piano(TM) 4.0 Includes Free Remote Control App, New Settings Interface and Enhanced Features for a Great Piano-Playing Experience on iOS Devices

SAN FRANCISCO, May 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Cookie Apps(®) is pleased to announce the immediate availability of Real Piano(TM) 4.0 for iPhone and iPad. Real Piano is a favorite among amateur and professional musicians as well as music educators because of its full 88-key sliding keyboard design, impressive graphics, authentic grand piano sound and extensive feature set. The highlights in this latest release include a first-of-its-kind auxiliary app called Real Piano Remote for use on a secondary iOS device and a complete overhaul of the settings interface.

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"We understand a pianist's need to move fluidly and nimbly across the keys, and addressing this need has remained an integral part of our development since version one," said Richard Bao, co-founder of Cookie Apps. "It's why we built our entire 88-key keyboard to be accessible during play with touch-to-slide and pinch-to-stretch functionality, instead of using clumsy octave paging controls like you see in other apps - and it's why we developed Real Piano Remote. We know pianists don't want to leave the keyboard to adjust settings, and now they don't have to."

Real Piano Remote is a great value-add for anyone who has two iOS devices connected to the same Wi-Fi network or via Bluetooth. It enables users to control various settings - volume, audio effects, transposition, etc. - in real time from one device while keeping a hand on the keyboard on the other device. There's also a feature that converts the secondary iOS device running Real Piano Remote into a sustain pedal.

Innovative notation features in the remote assist professional musicians with chord research and score composition. They also reinforce Real Piano's viability in music education, where the app continues to be popular among music teachers and band instructors. With both apps running on separate iOS devices, educators can play keys or strike chords on the Real Piano keyboard, and the music score instantly appears in Real Piano Remote.

The redesigned settings interface boasts new audio effects and enhanced transposition tools, and because the interface is built on a translucent background, users can now see the keyboard layouts taking effect as they toggle between them. To meet professionals' sophisticated tuning needs, version 4.0 includes a much wider range of frequencies than its predecessor as well as quick access to the most commonly used frequencies. The new Game Center support in Real Piano will likely appeal to those who enjoy earning usage and skills-based achievements.

Real Piano's recording and sharing capabilities, which were released in Real Piano HD Pro 3.0 last year, remain a highlight in version 4.0, though these features are currently only available on iPad. Pianists simply press the record button and start playing; pressing the button again stops and saves the recording. Recordings can be played back through the recordings interface, and players can easily share their recordings via e-mail, Facebook, SoundCloud and iTunes.

"We've really outdone ourselves with this new version. We're always working hard to address the needs of all types of users - amateurs, professionals, songwriters, instructors and students. In fact, requests we receive from our diverse user base continue to drive app enhancements and features, so while we love hearing glowing feedback like 'wonderful,' 'amazing,' 'easy to play' and 'by far the nicest' piano app, we also encourage users to continue sharing with us stories of how they're using Real Piano, and to keep their feature requests coming," said Bao.

Get Real Piano(TM) 4.0 and Real Piano Remote 1.0
Real Piano 4.0 for iPad and iPhone is available in the App Store for $2.99. Real Piano Remote 1.0, a supplementary app, is free to download and use. Anyone who has previously purchased Real Piano HD Pro can update to the latest Real Piano on both iPhone and iPad at no charge.

For more information, visit www.realpianoapp.com.

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Discovery Communications Completes Acquisition Of Controlling Interest In Eurosport International

Discovery Communications Completes Acquisition Of Controlling Interest In Eurosport International

SILVER SPRING, Md. and PARIS, May 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --


-- Majority Control of Eurosport Strengthens Discovery's Position as
World's #1 Pay-TV Programmer by Expanding into Sports Programming.
-- Eurosport's Brands and Businesses to Benefit from Discovery's
Operational Acumen, Local Expertise and Global Platforms.
-- Additional Reach and Scale Combined with Increased Investment in
"Must-Have" Content Will Create New Value for Advertisers, Affiliates
and Audiences across Europe and Asia.
Discovery Communications (Nasdaq: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK) today announced the completion of its acquisition of a controlling interest in Eurosport International, Europe's leading sports entertainment group. Discovery increased its interest in Eurosport to 51% from 20% as part of a larger strategic partnership with TF1 Group that began in December 2012.

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Discovery was one of the first U.S. media companies to launch channels in Europe in 1989 and has invested steadily and significantly in its international business for 25 years. With the addition of Eurosport's six pay-TV brands, Eurosport, Eurosport HD, Eurosport 2, Eurosport 2 HD, Eurosport Asia-Pacific and Eurosportnews, Discovery Communications now operates more than 210 worldwide TV networks reaching 2.7 billion cumulative subscribers.

"Today is an exciting day for Discovery Communications and our leadership as the number one pay-TV programmer in the world. Eurosport is a perfect strategic fit for growing market share, strengthening relationships with advertisers and affiliates, and bringing 'must have' content to passionate viewers across the globe," said David Zaslav, President and CEO of Discovery Communications. "By combining Eurosport's popular sports programming with Discovery's global brands and local expertise, we will continue to capitalize on the international growth of pay-TV and create long-term value for our shareholders."

Discovery intends to make long-term strategic decisions and targeted investments to strengthen and expand Eurosport's sports programming and services to nourish and maximize Eurosport's audience and reach. As part of that effort, Discovery will be working with Eurosport management and employees on a long-term business plan that fully optimizes Eurosport's channels as part of Discovery's suite of global networks.

"Together, Discovery and Eurosport are undoubtedly stronger. Discovery has built the most successful international pay-TV business in all of media and we are excited to utilize that expertise to further strengthen Eurosport's programming and platforms," said Jean-Briac Perrette, President of Discovery Networks International. "We would like to thank TF1 for its leadership of Eurosport International and for giving us such a wonderful opportunity to expand our partnership."

"Eurosport is perfectly poised for its next phase of growth and I can think of no better partner than Discovery to make this vision a reality," said Nonce Paolini, Chairman and CEO of TF1. "Discovery has a proven track record of a long-term investment strategy that creates value for advertisers, affiliates and audiences around the world."

The closing price for Eurosport International was based on an average enterprise valuation for the Eurosport Group of EUR902 million (approximately $1.2 billion), partly corresponding to the initial valuation and partly to a higher valuation linked to the control of the company. From this group valuation, the value of Eurosport France (EUR85 million, approximately $115 million) has been deducted. TF1 expects to retain its 80% interest in Eurosport France until at least January 1, 2015. Also, today's closing does not impact the other two elements of the original deal - the 20% interest Discovery acquired in TV Breizh, Histoire, Ushuaia TV and Stylia channels, and a production alliance with TF1 Group. TF1 will retain the ability to exercise a put option over the remaining 49% in Eurosport International, which would potentially increase Discovery's ownership to 100%.

About Discovery Communications

Discovery Communications (Nasdaq: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK) is the world's #1 pay-TV programmer reaching 2.7 billion cumulative subscribers in more than 220 countries and territories. Discovery is dedicated to satisfying curiosity, engaging and entertaining viewers with high-quality content on more than 210 worldwide television networks, led by Discovery Channel, TLC, Animal Planet, Investigation Discovery and Science, as well as U.S. joint venture network OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network. Discovery also controls Eurosport International, a premier sports entertainment group, including six pay-TV network brands across Europe and Asia. Discovery also is a leading provider of educational products and services to schools, including an award-winning series of K-12 digital textbooks, and a digital leader with a diversified online portfolio, including Discovery Digital Networks. For more information, please visit www.discoverycommunications.com

About Eurosport

In 2014 Eurosport celebrates 25 years of leadership in live sports broadcasting and digital innovation.

The Eurosport Group is Europe's leading sports entertainment group. Eurosport, the n°1 pan-European TV channel, broadcasts in 20 languages and reaches 135 million homes across 54 countries. Eurosport HD is the high definition simulcast of Eurosport. Eurosport 2 broadcasts to 72 million households in 18 languages across 51 countries. Eurosport 2 HD was launched in August 2009. Eurosport Asia-Pacific reaches 16 countries in the region and launched an HD channel in September 2011. Eurosportnews is the sports news channel transmitted worldwide. Eurosport.com, Europe's n°1 online sports destination, has up to 23 million unique users per month (comScore) across an international network of sports websites in 11 languages, including Yahoo! co-branded sites in Germany, Spain, Italy and the UK. The Eurosport.com free mobile applications are available in 10 languages. Eurosport Player, Eurosport's online TV service, provides LIVE and on-demand sports to fans' PCs in 53 countries and the Player application is available for mobile, tablet and connected TV in up to 40 countries. Eurosport Events is the group's expert division in the management and promotion of international sporting events.

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CONTACT: For Discovery Communications: Global Communications, Michelle Russo, +1 240-662-2901, Michelle_Russo@discovery.com, Investor Relations, Craig Felenstein, +1 212-548-5109, Craig_Felenstein@discovery.com; For TF1: Corporate Communications, Virginie Duval, +33 1 41 41 29 59, vduval@tf1.fr, Investor Relations, Christine Bellin, +33 1 41 41 27 32, comfi@tf1.fr

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Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods Blasts into U.S. Movie Theaters This August

Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods Blasts into U.S. Movie Theaters This August

FLOWER MOUND, Texas, May 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Prepare for the Dragon Ball Z experience of a lifetime as Earth's greatest heroes hit the big screen in Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods! Stunning animation and epic new villains highlight this first new Dragon Ball feature film in over seventeen years!

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Following the events from the Dragon Ball Z television series, after the defeat of Majin Buu, a new power awakens and threatens humanity. Beerus, an ancient and powerful God of Destruction, searches for Goku after hearing rumors of the Saiyan warrior who defeated Frieza. Realizing the threat Beerus poses to their home planet, the Z-fighters must find a way to stop him before it's too late. Only Goku, humanity's last hope, can ascend to the level of a legendary Super Saiyan God and stop Beerus from destroying Earth, and possibly the entire universe! Fans of the series will be delighted to know that Battle of Gods is an original work from Dragon Ball creator, himself, Akira Toriyama.

"We're very excited to be bringing Battle of Gods to movie theaters across the country this summer," said Gen Fukunaga, CEO and President of FUNimation Entertainment. "Dragon Ball Z has always been a huge part of everything we do at FUNimation and, speaking as a fan myself, I can't wait to watch it on the big screen." FUNimation Entertainment will be partnering with Screenvision, a leader in cinema advertising and alternative content, to bring Dragon Ball Z : Battle of Gods to over 350 screens across the US & Canada.

There is still plenty more to announce in the coming weeks, so stay tuned for more information regarding release dates and cast announcements.

For more information on Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods, as well as upcoming tickets and showtimes, please visit www.dragonballz.com , Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/dragonballz & www.facebook.com/funimation , and follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/funimation .

About FUNimation® Entertainment

FUNimation® Entertainment is the leading anime company in North America. FUNimation has a proven formula for launching and advancing brands. They manage a full spectrum of rights for most of their brands including broadcasting, licensing, production, internet, and home video sales and distribution. For more information about FUNimation Entertainment and its brands, visit www.funimation.com.

About Screenvision

Headquartered in New York, N.Y., Screenvision is a national leader in cinema advertising, offering on-screen advertising, in-lobby promotions and integrated marketing programs to national, regional and local advertisers and providing comprehensive cinema advertising representation services to top tier theatrical exhibitors presenting the highest quality moviegoing experience. The Screenvision cinema advertising network is comprised of over 14,200 screens in 2,200+ theatre locations across all 50 states and 94% of DMAs nationwide; delivering through more than 150 theatrical circuits, including 6 of the top 10 exhibitor companies. For more information: www.screenvision.com

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Sony Pictures Imageworks Relocates Headquarters to Vancouver

Sony Pictures Imageworks Relocates Headquarters to Vancouver

New Imageworks facility will mark largest footprint for a Vancouver visual effects company

CULVER CITY, Calif., May 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Pictures Imageworks, the Academy Award(®) winning visual effects and digital character animation company, is relocating its headquarters to Vancouver, B.C. The company is moving into a new, state-of-the-art facility, capable of accommodating up to 700 employees, which will be the largest footprint for a visual effects company in Vancouver.

The Vancouver team, which recently completed work on Edge of Tomorrow (Warner Bros.) and The Amazing Spider-Man 2 (Columbia Pictures), will lead Sony Pictures Imageworks' current and future projects, including Guardians of the Galaxy (Disney/Marvel), Pixels (Columbia Pictures), Angry Birds movie (Rovio), Hotel Transylvania 2 (Sony Pictures Animation) and the untitled Smurfs movie (Sony Pictures Animation).

The move builds on Sony Pictures Imageworks' growing presence in Vancouver. In 2010, the company opened a production office in Vancouver with a staff of 80 artists. Last year, during the production of The Amazing Spider-Man 2, Sony Pictures Imageworks staff in Vancouver topped 350 people.

"Vancouver has developed into a world-class center for visual effects and animation production," stated Randy Lake, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Digital Production Services at Sony Pictures Digital Productions. "It offers an attractive lifestyle for artists in a robust business climate. Expanding our headquarters in Vancouver will allow us to deliver visual effects of the highest caliber and value to our clients."

Jason Dowdeswell will continue to lead Sony Pictures Imageworks' operations in Vancouver as Vice President of Production Operations. A native of British Columbia, Dowdeswell joined Sony Pictures Imageworks in 2013 after a lengthy career as a visual effects artist, supervisor and manager.

The company is deepening its Vancouver leadership with the addition of Mark Breakspear as Visual Effects Supervisor and Shauna Bryan as Vice President, New Business and Production Executive. Both arrive from similar roles at Method Studios in Vancouver. Breakspear brings more than 60 feature film credits as visual effects supervisor or artist, including Seventh Son, Thor: The Dark World, Elysium and The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2. Bryan's background includes 10 years with Rainmaker in Vancouver, including three years as Executive Producer/Head of Business Development.

"Shauna and Mark are both well-respected in this market, and throughout the industry," said Dowdeswell. "They will help us continue to attract top talent, broaden our client outreach and compete at the highest level."

Sony Pictures Imageworks' new 74,000 square foot production headquarters will be located at the Pacific Centre, a Cadillac Fairview property, in downtown Vancouver, near many of the city's most popular restaurants, hotels and cultural attractions, and close access to main railway and rapid transit lines.

ABOUT SONY PICTURES IMAGEWORKS
Sony Pictures Imageworks is the Academy Award®-winning visual effects and animation unit of Sony Pictures Digital Productions known for live-action visual effects, dynamic creature and character animation and all-CG animation. The company, headquartered in Vancouver, B.C., recently completed work on the THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN 2 and 22 JUMP STREET for Columbia Pictures, the Warner Bros. feature EDGE OF TOMORROW and Disney/Marvel's CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER. Sony Pictures Imageworks is currently in production on Disney/Marvel's GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY, Columbia Pictures' THE INTERVIEW and PIXELS, and the ANGRY BIRDS movie for Rovio. The studio is also working on the animated features HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 2 and the untitled SMURFS movie (working title) for Sony Pictures Animation. Other recent credits include Disney's OZ THE GREAT AND POWERFUL, THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN, MEN IN BLACK 3, Sony Pictures Animation'sCLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS 2, andHOTEL TRANSYLVANIA as well as Disney's ALICE IN WONDERLAND.


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America's Music School to Host Semi-Annual Jam Band Showdown

America's Music School to Host Semi-Annual Jam Band Showdown

- Bach to Rock Debuts Rock Stars at Battle of the Bands XIV Student Music Showcase -

BETHESDA, Md., May 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Bach to Rock (B2R), America's music school for students of all ages, announced today that B2R Battle of the Bands XIV will take the stage in June for another jam band showdown. Hundreds of local students will bring their musical talents to Empire, The Fillmore Silver Spring and Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club on June 14, 15 and 21, 2014, for a chance to win professional recording studio time. Competing bands will be judged on musicianship, ensemble precision and stage presence.

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"We feel privileged to be able to share with the community a semi-annual event that gives our students the opportunity to showcase their hard work and incredible talent," said Brian Gross, president of Bach to Rock. "Week after week, our students have practiced for Battle of the Bands XIV during their group and individual lessons offered at our six schools across Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia. We're always excited to see the outpouring of support from families, friends and community members as they cheer on these local rock stars, and we look forward to seeing both old and new faces at this year's event."

A semi-annual tradition for the students enrolled in B2R's Jam Band program, Battle of the Bands XIV will take place over three days at Empire, The Fillmore Silver Spring and Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club. Admission is $5 (cash only) at the door.


-- June 14, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Middle and high school students perform at
the Empire, located at 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield, Va.
-- June 15, 1 - 7 p.m. - Elementary school students perform at The Fillmore
Silver Spring, located at 8656 Colesville Road, Silver Spring, Md.
-- June 21, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. - Middle and high school students perform at
Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club, located at 7719 Wisconsin Avenue,
Bethesda, Md.
Each judging panel will consist of 3 local musicians, which will score the 90 competing bands on ensemble precision, stage presence and musicianship. One winner from each state's division -- elementary, middle and high school -- will receive the opportunity to work with a professional audio engineer to record original material in B2Rs state-of-the-art recording studios. Their performances will also be posted on B2Rmusic.com, as well as B2R's Facebook, Twitter and YouTube pages.

In 2013, Inc. magazine named Bach to Rock one of the fastest-growing private companies in America for the third consecutive year and Franchise Times ranked the company on its Next 300 Franchise Systems list. Last year, the Washington Business Journal named Bach to Rock the number one company to watch and Washington Family Magazine readers also voted it Best Music Instruction winner.

About Bach to Rock
Bach to Rock (B2R) is a music education school for students of all ages from early childhood through high school and beyond. B2R knows learning music should be fun and students learn best when they play music they enjoy. Weekly ensemble instruction and band formations lead to public concerts, Battle of the Bands and recording sessions in B2R's professional recording studios. B2R builds technique, fosters teamwork and enhances self-esteem through private lessons, band instruction, and public performances. Bach to Rock opened its first corporate-owned location in 2007 in Bethesda, Md., and has since grown to six corporate schools -- two in Maryland and four in Virginia. There are three franchise-owned schools in Port Washington, N.Y., Wayne, Pa., and Folsom, Calif. Additional franchised schools are slated to open in Long Island, N.Y., West Chester County, N.Y., Denver, Colo., Bristow, Va., and Fredericksburg, Va., in 2014. Follow B2R on Facebook at www.facebook.com/BachtoRock and on Twitter at www.twitter.com/B2RMusic. For more information, visit www.b2rmusic.com or call 1-877-B2R-8558.

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Think Like A Man Too (Music From & Inspired by the film) arrives in stores June 17

Think Like A Man Too (Music From & Inspired by the film) arrives in stores June 17

Pre-Order Begins June 3

All New Music From Mary J. Blige With Features From Pharrell and The-Dream

First Single "Suitcase"

NEW YORK, May 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Epic Records announces the release of the official soundtrack album to the Think Like a Man sequel and one of the year's most anticipated comedies, Think Like a Man Too (Music From & Inspired by the Film), on June 17 in stores and across all digital retail providers. The pre-order goes live on iTunes and Amazon on June 3(rd) and fans will receive an instant download of the single "Suitcase" as well as "Moments of Love" and "A Night To Remember."

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This time around, Grammy Award-winning R&B icon Mary J. Blige recorded an entire collection of music from and inspired by the film. The first single "Suitcase" showcases her signature sound, while her remake of Shalamar's hit "A Night to Remember" is an instant classic, and is inspired by key scenes in both the film and trailer. Influenced by the backdrop to the film, "Vegas Nights" featuring The-Dream will be included as the end credits to the film while "Moments of Love" showcases the songstress' powerful and passionate vocals.

The album follows up the 2012 soundtrack for Think Like a Man, which debuted at #1 on Billboard's Soundtrack Albums Chart and hit #5 on the R&B Albums Chart, as well as yielding John Legend's Grammy Award-nominated, RIAA Gold-certified single "Tonight (Best You Ever Had)" [featuring Ludacris]. Meanwhile, Think Like a Man Too opens in theaters Friday, June 20 from Screen Gems.

This also continues a great partnership between Epic Records and the film franchise. The original Think Like a Man soundtrack spawned over 1.4 million combined single sales between "Tonight (Best You Ever Had)", Jennifer Hudson & Ne-Yo's "Think Like A Man" [featuring Rick Ross] and Luther Vandross' "Never Too Much" in addition to each topping the radio charts.

In the highly anticipated sequel, which was inspired by Steve Harvey's best-selling book Act Like a Lady, Think Like A Man, all the couples are back for a wedding in Las Vegas. But plans for a romantic weekend go awry when their various misadventures get them into some compromising situations that threaten to derail the big event.

Think Like A Man Too (Music From & Inspired by the Film) is here June 17. Hear Mary J. Blige like never before.

Tracklisting:


1. A Night to Remember
2. Vegas Nights feat. The-Dream
3. Moments of Love
4. See That Boy Again feat. Pharrell Williams
5. Wonderful
6. Kiss and Make Up
7. Cargo
8. Suitcase
9. I Want You
10. Self Love
11. Power Back
12. All Fun and Games
13. Better
14. Propose




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RT America Debuts First Political Comedy Show

RT America Debuts First Political Comedy Show

WASHINGTON, May 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Redacted Tonight, hosted by comedian Lee Camp, gives the news bulletins of the week a political satire treatment. It premieres May 30 and will air Fridays at 8 pm EDT on RT America.

This is not your grandparents' satire program. Every week Redacted Tonight will provide "comedy news with a punch." This weekly show tackles all the real news stories the mainstream media failed to mention and provides new angles on the ones they do.

"With reality now seeming like a Shakespearean comedy, perhaps only comedy can truly bring truth to the people, and news is much better consumed with a spoonful of laughter," says Camp. "This show is information and laughter slammed into a 30-minute, no-holds-barred, full-frontal in-your-face fun-sized comedic attack on those ransacking the world."

A D.C. native, Lee Camp has performed biting political stand-up comedy around the world live and on TV and radio for 17 years. His "Moment of Clarity" videos online have attracted a following of millions. George Carlin's daughter Kelly Carlin said Camp is "one of the few keeping my father's torch lit" and Scotland's The Herald called Camp "Jon Stewart with teeth." Correspondents on Redacted Tonight include the fiery comedian John F. O'Donnell and cutting RT reporter Sam Sacks. Comedic actor Phillip Chang is also featured. Together they find out what's under the black ink.

Redacted Tonight with Lee Camp is RT's first political comedy show. It joins the lineup of exciting and provocative RT America programs that includes Politicking with Larry King, The Big Picture with Thom Hartman and Breaking the Set with Abby Martin. It airs every Friday at 8 pm Eastern Daylight Time, and is re-broadcast at 11:30pm. Watch the Redacted Tonight promo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QphJUYGRRz0

RT America is part of RT, a global international news network that broadcasts 24/7 in English, Arabic and Spanish from its studios in Moscow and Washington, DC, and is available to 644 million viewers worldwide. RT is the first TV news channel in history to cross the billion views mark on YouTube. RT is the winner of the Monte Carlo TV Festival Awards for best 24-hr broadcast, and the only Russian TV channel to garner two nominations for the prestigious International Emmy Award in the News category.

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Ram Truck Off-road Experience Gets Down at Detroit's 32nd Annual Downtown Hoedown

Ram Truck Off-road Experience Gets Down at Detroit's 32nd Annual Downtown Hoedown

DETROIT, May 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- One of the best viewing areas at Detroit's largest country music festival, the Downtown Hoedown, will be reserved for those who first experience the power, capabilities and performance of the award-winning Ram trucks at the Ram Off-road Experience.

Trucks will be available for test drives during all three days of the festival, May 30-June 1, making Ram's off-road test track one of the many attractions for concert goers at the 32nd WYCD Downtown Hoedown.

The Downtown Hoedown is a three-day festival of country music on the grounds of Comerica Park, featuring entertainment by more than 40 artists on three stages, including headliners Dierks Bentley, Love and Theft, Tyler Farr and The Band Perry.

"We are proud to showcase the most innovative lineup of full-size pickup trucks, including the new Ram 1500 EcoDiesel, at the 2014 Downtown Hoedown," said Mike Dragojevic, Director of the Great Lakes Business Center - Chrysler Group LLC. "Ram trucks and country music have always gone hand in hand. Bringing them together in our hometown is a recipe for a great time."

Participants in the Ram Off-road Experience will be given rides in Ram 1500 and 3500 vehicles with a trained performance driver through an obstacle course that demonstrates the truck's capabilities. Obstacles include a 30-degree wedge to demonstrate traction; rocks and logs to demonstrate articulation and stability; bumps to demonstrate suspension; and a Ram Mountain to demonstrate the ground clearance, approach and departure angles.

There is no additional fee for Hoedown attendees to participate in the experience. Participants will receive a Ram T-shirt upon completion of a ride. The shirt will give them exclusive access to one of the Hoedown's best viewing areas.

The Ram Off-road Experience can be found on the Comerica Park grounds and will be open during the following dates and times:

Friday, May 30, 5 p.m. - sundown
Saturday, May 31, 2 p.m. - sundown
Sunday, June 1, 2 p.m. - sundown

For more information about the Downtown Hoedown, visit http://wycd.cbslocal.com/2014-wycd-downtown-hoedown-lineup/

About Ram Truck Brand
The Ram Truck brand continues to establish its own identity and clearly define its customer since its launch as a standalone vehicle brand. Creating a distinct brand for Ram trucks has allowed the brand to concentrate on how core customers use their trucks and what new features they'd like to see. Whether focusing on a family that uses its half-ton truck day in and day out, a hard-working Ram Heavy Duty owner or a business that depends on its commercial vehicles every day, Ram has the truck market covered.

The Ram Truck brand has the most innovative lineup of full-size trucks on the market. Ram Truck has emerged as a full-size truck leader by investing substantially in new products, infusing them with great looks, refined interiors, durable engines and features that further enhance their capabilities. Truck customers, from half-ton to commercial, have a demanding range of needs and require their vehicles to provide high levels of capability. Ram trucks are designed to deliver a total package.

Follow Ram and Chrysler Group LLC news and video on:
Chrysler On Demand (COD): www.chryslerondemand.com
Blog: blog.chryslergroupllc.com
Company website: www.chryslergroupllc.com
ChryslerGroup360: www.chryslergroup360.com
Ram Trucks brand: www.ramtrucks.com
Ram Zone blog: www.ramzone.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/RamTrucks or www.facebook.com/ChryslerGroup
Flickr: www.flickr.com/RamTrucks or www.flickr.com/ChryslerGroup
Media website: www.media.chrysler.com
Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/ramtrucks or www.pinterest.com/ChryslerGroup
Instagram: www.instagram.com/ramtrucks or www.instagram.com/chryslergroup
Streetfire: www.streetfire.net/uploaded/chryslervideo.htm
Twitter: www.twitter.com/RamTrucks or www.twitter.com/chrysler
YouTube: www.youtube.com/RamTrucks or www.youtube.com/pentastarvideo

SOURCE Chrysler Group LLC

Chrysler Group LLC

CONTACT: Wendy Orthman, Chrysler Group LLC, (219) 465-1527 (office), (313) 971-4933 (cell), wendy.orthman@chrysler.com; Tracie Bock, Experience Six, (248) 842-8142 (office), tbock@experiencesix.com

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ReDigi CEO John Ossenmacher Testifies Before Congressional Subcommittee

ReDigi CEO John Ossenmacher Testifies Before Congressional Subcommittee

Founder of World's First Online Marketplace for Pre-owned Digital Media Testifies in Favor of Letting Consumers Sell Used Downloads and e-Books

BOSTON, May 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- On Monday, June 2, the CEO of ReDigi, John Ossenmacher, will testify before the United States House of Representatives' Committee on the Judiciary's Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, and the Internet to discuss the importance of letting consumers sell used downloads and e-books. ReDigi is the world's first online marketplace for the resale of pre-owned digital media.

Who: John Ossenmacher, CEO of ReDigi, among others, will be testifying at a Congressional hearing dedicated to "First Sale Under Title 17."

Mr. Ossenmacher is a leading global voice in digital media and the pioneer of ReDigi's technology-enabled marketplace that allows users to transfer title to their lawfully acquired, pre-owned digital goods.

Where: Daniel Patrick Moynihan United States Courthouse 500 Pearl Street Ceremonial Courtroom 9C ?New York, New York 10007

When: Monday, June 2, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.

Why: The United States House of Representatives' Committee on the Judiciary's Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, and the Internet is holding a hearing on "First Sale Under Title 17." The First Sale Doctrine, long ago approved by the United States Supreme Court, provides consumers with the freedom to create a secondary market once a work has been legally purchased from the copyright holder (such as selling legally purchased books or CDs to others). With the introduction of digital media, a debate has surfaced about how to treat digital assets, such as digital books and music.

Please click here to read John Ossenmacher's testimony.

About ReDigi ReDigi(TM) is the world's first online marketplace for the resale of pre-owned digital media, and a one-stop shop that allows users to store, stream, buy and sell legally acquired digital media. ReDigi's technology is covered by numerous patents and patent applications and functions to ensure the rights of consumers, artists, authors and copyright holders are protected in a far superior way than ever previously thought possible. ReDigi technology protects the integrity of the process from those looking to misuse digital content. ReDigi is also the first company in history to provide artists, authors and creators a recurring revenue stream by offering Artist/Author Syndication as part of the secondary marketplace. ReDigi.com.

Media Contacts:
Orchard Strategies, Inc.
Media@OrchardStrategies.com
Christina Daigneault / 917-207-4686
Horacio Gutierrez / 917-270-8954

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LIONSGATE ANNOUNCES "THE HUNGER GAMES: THE EXHIBITION"

LIONSGATE ANNOUNCES "THE HUNGER GAMES: THE EXHIBITION"

Touring Exhibit Debuts Summer 2015

Company Appoints Veteran Thinkwell Executive To Oversee Branded Attractions

SANTA MONICA, Calif., May 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its initiative to extend its global brands and franchises into new lines of business, Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF), the premier next generation global content leader, will launch a U.S. tour of "The Hunger Games: The Exhibition" in summer 2015, it was announced today by Lionsgate Chief Marketing Officer Tim Palen. The state-of-the-art exhibition, which will include interactive displays of authentic costumes, props and other elements of the world of The Hunger Games, will be designed in conjunction with Thinkwell Group, one of the world's leading theme park and location-based entertainment companies.

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The first two Hunger Games films have grossed more than $1.5 billion at the worldwide box office and The Hunger Games: Catching Fire became the highest-grossing domestic release of 2013 and the 10(th) highest-grossing domestic release of all time. "The Hunger Games: The Exhibition" will launch several months ahead of the November 20, 2015 worldwide release of the fourth Hunger Games film, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2, and will incorporate artifacts featured in the first three films from locations within the Capitol and the various Districts of Panem. The exhibition will be featured in major museums and institutions across the country and will be supported by a multimedia promotional effort and nationwide advance ticket sales.

"Now that we've built a critical mass of intellectual property, we're committed to extending our brands into exciting new businesses that create opportunities for our fans to engage with our properties at the same time they deliver significant incremental financial benefits to Lionsgate," said Palen. "We're thrilled to launch this initiative with the U.S. tour of The Hunger Games exhibition, which celebrates the world of The Hunger Games and offers Hunger Games fans an extensive behind-the-scenes look at the movie-making process." He noted that the exhibits will also be paired with local school curricula, and nearly all aspects of the tour will be interactive.

Palen also announced that, as part of the studio's commitment to expand its branded retail and merchandising operations, it has brought veteran Thinkwell executive Jenefer Brown in-house, naming her to the newly created post of Senior Vice President, Branded Attractions. Brown will not only oversee the launch of the U.S. tour of The Hunger Games exhibition but will explore additional theme park attraction and other location-based entertainment opportunities around the world for The HungerGames franchise and the Company's entire portfolio of branded properties.

Brown brings over 10 years of experience working in both the entertainment and high-technology industries. Most recently, Brown served as both a project manager and director of business development, where she managed the strategic planning and creative development of location-based entertainment projects and live events for major film studios and Fortune 500 Companies, including Warner Bros. Entertainment, Anschutz Entertainment Group, the National Basketball Association, CORE Media Group, Sesame Workshop and Nickelodeon Animation Studios.

Brown will be overseeing the production and management of all branded attraction efforts on behalf of Lionsgate as the company focuses on expanding its IP presence in this space. She will report to Chief Marketing Officer Tim Palen. She holds a JD, cum laude from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law and a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of California at Berkeley.

ABOUT LIONSGATE

Lionsgate is a leading global entertainment company with a strong and diversified presence in motion picture production and distribution, television programming and syndication, home entertainment, family entertainment, digital distribution, new channel platforms and international distribution and sales. Lionsgate currently has over 30 television shows on more than 20 networks spanning its primetime production, distribution and syndication businesses, including such critically-acclaimed hits as the multiple Emmy Award-winning Mad Men and Nurse Jackie, the comedy Anger Management, the network series Nashville, the syndication success The Wendy Williams Show and the critically-acclaimed hit series Orange is the New Black.

Its feature film business has been fueled by such recent successes as the blockbuster first two installments of The Hunger Games franchise, the first installment of the recently-launched Divergent franchise, Now You See Me, Kevin Hart: Let Me Explain, Warm Bodies, The Expendables 2, The Possession, Sinister, Roadside Attractions' Mud and Pantelion Films' breakout hit Instructions Not Included, the highest-grossing Spanish-language film ever released in the U.S.



Lionsgate's home entertainment business is an industry leader in box office-to-DVD and box office-to-VOD revenue conversion rate. Lionsgate handles a prestigious and prolific library of approximately 15,000 motion picture and television titles that is an important source of recurring revenue and serves as the foundation for the growth of the Company's core businesses. The Lionsgate and Summit brands remain synonymous with original, daring, quality entertainment in markets around the world.

www.lionsgate.com

For further information, please contact:
Peter D. Wilkes
310-255-3726
pwilkes@lionsgate.com

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KABAM AND LIONSGATE PARTNER TO CREATE "THE HUNGER GAMES" MOBILE GAME

KABAM AND LIONSGATE PARTNER TO CREATE "THE HUNGER GAMES" MOBILE GAME

Role-Playing Strategy Game Delivers Unique Fan Experience

SAN FRANCISCO and SANTA MONICA, Calif., May 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Kabam, a world leader in free-to-play games for traditional players, today announced that it has partnered with Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF), the premier next generation global content leader, to create a mobile game based on the global blockbuster movie franchise The Hunger Games.

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Kabam will produce an exclusive role playing, card collection mobile game that will deliver the action of the blockbuster film into the hands of avid fans around the world. In the game, players assume the identity of District members sent on a mission in order to build their alliance, liberate their District, and rebuild Panem.

"Lionsgate has an unparalleled track record of developing and producing blockbuster movie franchises like The Hunger Games," said Kabam Chief Operating Officer Kent Wakeford. "Partnering with Lionsgate, Kabam will build a mobile game that's as much fun to play as the movie is to watch."

The blockbuster The Hunger Games franchise, starring Academy Award winner Jennifer Lawrence, is a global phenomenon whose first two installments have grossed more than $1.5 billion at the worldwide box office, and The Hunger Games: Catching Fire is the 10(th) highest-grossing domestic release of all time. The next two installments of the series, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1 and The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2, will be released on November 21, 2014, and November 20, 2015, respectively.

"We are so pleased to be working with Kabam to give the fans an experience like they have never had before," said Danielle DePalma, Lionsgate's EVP of Digital Media. "Being able to role-play with the mentors straight from the world of The Hunger Games will let fans feel as if they are in the middle of the action."

The game will be developed in Kabam's China studio, the same place where the hit movie based game The Hobbit: Kingdoms of Middle-earth was created and went on to generate more than $100 million in revenue during its first year.

Deep Hollywood relationships and access to blockbuster intellectual property (IP) is a key differentiator for Kabam in the free-to-play games sector. Kabam is a leader in taking an established film and extending that brand into mobile and web games that create new levels of engagement for global audiences long after a movie's theatrical run. Kabam has experienced massive growth since its founding as a games company a little more than four years ago. The company now has more than 800 employees in offices throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Kabam generated more than $360 million in revenue in 2013, a 100 percent growth over 2012, and predicts $550 million in revenue in 2014.

ABOUT KABAM
Kabam is the leader in the western world for free-to-play games for traditional players with first and third party published titles available on mobile devices via its own dedicated channel in the Apple App Store, Google Play, Amazon Appstore, and on the Web via Facebook, Yahoo, Kabam.com and other platforms. Kabam is the fastest growing Internet media company in the San Francisco Bay Area and the 17th fastest growing company overall in the U.S., according to Deloitte LLP. Kabam's 2013 revenues exceeded $360 million, a 100 percent increase over 2012. The company is profitable and cash-flow positive, and has created four titles that have grossed more than $100M each in their life. Kabam's Kingdoms of Camelot franchise has grossed more than $250 million in less than four years, making it one of the top 10 strategy franchises of all time. In 2012, Kabam Publishing was launched to provide third-party developers access to Kabam's technology platform, distribution channels, data analytics and best practices that Kabam's in-house development teams use to bring wildly successful games to players worldwide. Kabam has approximately 800 employees around the world, with corporate headquarters in San Francisco. The company's investors include Google, Warner Brothers, MGM, Intel, Canaan Partners, Redpoint Ventures, Pinnacle Ventures and others. More information about Kabam can be found at www.kabam.com.

ABOUT LIONSGATE
Lionsgate is a leading global entertainment company with a strong and diversified presence in motion picture production and distribution, television programming and syndication, home entertainment, family entertainment, digital distribution, new channel platforms and international distribution and sales. Lionsgate currently has over 30 television shows on more than 20 networks spanning its primetime production, distribution and syndication businesses, including such critically-acclaimed hits as the multiple Emmy Award-winning Mad Men and Nurse Jackie, the comedy Anger Management, the network series Nashville, the syndication success The Wendy Williams Show and the critically-acclaimed hit series Orange is the New Black.

Its feature film business has been fueled by such recent successes as the blockbuster first two installments of The Hunger Games franchise, the first installment of the recently-launched Divergent franchise, Now You See Me, Kevin Hart: Let Me Explain, Warm Bodies, The Expendables 2, The Possession, Sinister, Roadside Attractions' Mud and Pantelion Films' breakout hit Instructions Not Included, the highest-grossing Spanish-language film ever released in the U.S.

Lionsgate's home entertainment business is an industry leader in box office-to-DVD and box office-to-VOD revenue conversion rate. Lionsgate handles a prestigious and prolific library of approximately 15,000 motion picture and television titles that is an important source of recurring revenue and serves as the foundation for the growth of the Company's core businesses. The Lionsgate and Summit brands remain synonymous with original, daring, quality entertainment in markets around the world.

www.lionsgate.com

For further information, please contact:
Peter D. Wilkes
310-255-3726
pwilkes@lionsgate.com

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American Pie and Final Destination Producer to Lead Productions at IC Places

American Pie and Final Destination Producer to Lead Productions at IC Places

LOS ANGELES, May 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- IC Places, Inc. (OTCQB: PNCH) announced today that it has signed Warren Zide on to its Board of Advisors and as head producer for its in-house production division.

Under the agreement, Mr. Zide will guide the company in creating the highest quality programing possible across its networks. He will bring on board his extensive contacts in the world of Hollywood production to help the company create the highest quality of programing possible.

Mr. Zide is the producer behind the incredibly successful American Pie and Final Destination franchises. His movies have grossed over 1.8 billion dollars at the box office to date.

Mr. Zide's movies include... American Reunion, The Pool Boys, Final Destination 5, Demoted, High School, American Pie Presents: The Book of Love, The Final Destination, Autopsy, Extreme Movie, American Pie Presents Beta House, American Pie Presents The Naked Mile, Final Destination 3, American Pie Presents Band Camp, Little Black Book, American Wedding, Final Destination 2, Love and a Bullet, Repli-Kate, American Pie 2, Cats & Dogs, Final Destination, American Pie, The Big Hit, Top of the World, and Jingle All the Way.

From a young age, an area of particular interest to Mr. Zide is the field of Self-help and Self Improvement, which is a 9.8 billion dollar industry. The company's Imagination TV Network, which will launch shortly online and on broadcast later this year, will offer Self-help and Self Improvement themed shows which will be produced by IC Places.

IC Places Inc. which manages all Imagination TV assets is currently building launch sponsors relationships for the network as well as brining on board some of the top Motivators, Producers, Educators and Authors in the wide arena of Self-Improvement.

About Warren Zide

For Mr. Zide, success has followed him like shadow and if you are to go by the statistics then he is by far the most successful producers of Hollywood. Born in Southfield, Michigan, Warren Zide was always a movie buff and loved his daily doses of movies.

Zide's meteoric rise in the celluloid world is associated to the fact that he is a master salesman and knows how to catch the right pulse when it comes to marketing his movies among the youth. Not only American but there is Zide fans from as far as India and Japan.

American Pie is 'all youth' and even after so many years is considered to be one of the best in the Warren Zide filmography. Youth being the subject of all the films, it was the young crowd that thronged the cinemas every time they wanted to get the 'Stiffler Dose'.

It may be noted that the American Pie rawness nudged critics to sit up and take note. Brilliant storyline and a series that got better with every movie was the biggest USP of American Pie. Comedy was given a new dimension with American Pie and the role of Warren Zide cannot be sided, especially when it comes to marketing the film to cinemas across the globe. Zide gave new age cinema something to smile about. Several stars were created out of this hit series like Jason Biggs, Chris Klein, Thomas Ian Nicholas, Seann William Scott and obviously the biggest star Eugene Levy.

The Reason Behind the Creation of Imagination TV...

In the $9.84 Billion Self-Improvement Market, technology is driving the way people around the world produce, find, obtain and use self-improvement content. More content than ever is flooding the market place, as technology has made it possible for anyone to become an author, a coach, a producer or an innovator. A great deal of extraordinary content is becoming lost in the noise as content offerings expand and crowd the marketplace.

The company felt there needed to be a singular, free of charge, multi-media accessible point where consumers can experience the best messages on the planet. A place where people that are true fans and believers in the power of self-improvement content dig in and find the best of the best delivered to the consumer free of charge no matter where there they are.

Imagination TV lets people see and hear speakers, authors, trainers and motivators. It lets them decide for themselves if they like what they are seeing and if they want more. Viewers get to experience this for free in their homes or on their smart phones, tablets or computers. After experiencing the shows on Imagination TV and if they like what they see and want more, Imagination TV gives them the ability to fulfill that desire right away via the website. At www.MyImaginationTV.com they can immediately purchase and download audios, videos and ebooks by the author or speaker they were just watching on Imagination TV. Imagination TV is giving the buyers of this $9.84 billion dollar market place the best access to make the best decision on if they want more from these extraordinary experts.

"No matter where you are, who you are or what starting platform you begin life from, you have a God given right to reach your dreams.... Imagination TV, in partnership with World's most fascinating Motivators, Educators and Authors, the will deliver the inspiration, education and motivation to help you find your path to success."

Steven Samblis
Founder Imagination TV

About the Self Help Industry

In a 2013 press release titled "$10.4 Billion Self-Improvement Market Survives Scandals & Recession - More Content & Services Being Delivered Online, Finds Marketdata Enterprises" Marketdata Enterprises, Inc., a leading independent market research publisher since 1979, released the 9th edition of one of its best-selling studies, a 382-page report entitled: The U.S. Market For Self-Improvement Products & Services.

In the study it states... "Technology is driving the way Americans produce, find, obtain and use self-improvement content."

The study quotes...

MARKET VALUE... The total U.S. self-improvement market was worth $9.84 billion last year, versus $10.82 billion in 2007 -- a 9.1% 4-year decline. We forecast better 6.1% average yearly gains from 2012 to 2016. The recession took a toll on most market segments, including live seminars, books, infomercials, personal coaching, commercial diet programs and stress management. However, growth was evident in audiobooks, medical diet programs and holistic institutes/training companies.

AUDIOBOOKS MARKET... This is now a $2.97 billion segment. After dipping 10% in 2009, sales have rebounded strongly, 10% in 2010 and 13% in 2011. The APA says that 24+ million Americans now listen to audiobooks. Of this total, self-improvement titles account for $445 million--or about 17% of all audio book sales. 24% of Americans now listen to audiobooks.

This is the industry Imagination TV lives in. There is no other Self Help based TV network on cable or broadcast today. Imagination TV is not a religious network but will feature content that Inspires, Motivates and Entertains.

Other Imagination TV Partners:

Empire Media Center

Empire Media Center is an all-inclusive media solution for actors, writers, directors, producers, musicians, models, and other skillful talent to provide a venue along with the necessary means of creating their vision and achieving their goals and intended results. The company works hard and takes pride in providing our talent and clients the resources necessary for them to realize their full potential by creating a positive atmosphere that is conducive to achieving excellence.

Empire Media Center has a team on site, that hosts corporate events and broadcasts TV shows their studios. The Studios also offer on site editing and voiceover/recording studio spaces.

http://www.EmpireMediaCenter.com

Primeau Productions

Imagination TV has formed a strategic partnership with Primeau Productions to help speakers in creating content for the Imagination TV Network. Primeau Productions is a provider of motivational and inspirational audio and video production for professional speakers and the meetings industry. Ed Primeau, the company founder, has personally worked with some of the great orators of our time; Og Mandino, Zig Ziglar and Les Brown.

Primeau Productions is currently working with The Napoleon Hill Foundation to restore 16 MM film to HD video of Napoleon Hill lectures from 1959.

Today, Primeau Productions works with the best of the best in the speaking industry. Professional speakers like Steve Rizzo, Floyd Wickman, Mark C Thompson, Walter Bond, Connie Podesta, Jordan Belfort and Mark Sanborn to name a few. Primeau Productions has worked with the speaking and training industry creating audio and video marketing, motivational and inspirational programming for 30 years.

FilmOn

Imagination TV has teamed up with FilmOn.com an internet based television provider who is providing the online broadcast platform as well as the band width of the broadcast. FilmOn offers Imagination TV virtually limitless video-on-demand variety, and far more media options and channels possibilities than traditional media distribution outlets.

Reed's, Inc.

Reed's (nyse mkt:REED), maker of the top-selling sodas in natural food stores nationwide, signed on as the first official launch sponsor of the new Imagination TV network.

Reed's brews six carbonated ginger combinations using only the finest ingredients. The six flavors are: Original Ginger, Extra Ginger, Premium Ginger, Raspberry Ginger, Cherry Ginger and Spiced Apple.

These award winning, top selling beverages are found internationally in gourmet and natural food stores. Reed's passion for ginger comes from its incredible flavor and health giving properties.

About IC Places, Inc.

IC Places, Inc. is a trans media entertainment complex that produces entertainment content for distribution across multiple mediums. The company trades on the OTC Pink Markets: Symbol PNCH. (http://www.icplaces.com)

Through multiple long-term partnerships, clips and full episodes of the company's shows are available to people outside the traditional set top box. This exposure serves as both a profit center and marketing component promoting the TV Network, its line up and the company's new media specific programming across multiple platforms.

IC Places Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains 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. These forward-looking statements are based on the current plans and expectations of management and are subject to a number of uncertainties and risks that could significantly affect the company's current plans and expectations, as well as future results of operations and financial condition. A more extensive listing of risks and factors that may affect the company's business prospects and cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in the reports and other documents filed by the company with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Investor Relations: PACIFIC EQUITY ALLIANCE LLC
Investor Contact(s): Zachary R. Logan / Drew S. Phillips
Contact phone: 858.886.7237 info@pacif8ificequityusa.com





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