@AppMakr Update: They Came Through, Peace Restored, Hip Hop Press iPhone App Back on the Agenda! Yay!

January 31, 2010 By

Final Update: The folks at Appmakr finally came through despite what sounds like a pressing workload generated by the incredible response to their initial offerings. Here's the updated post at Cultural Research.

Other concerns mentioned below, as well as some heavy personal stuff I don't discuss publicly, are sorting themselves out.  I'm shedding haters while gathering supporters (thanks, y'all) and look forward to building Hip Hop Press in a manner that will benefit everyone involved, even if all you do is send press releases for posting, cause that's key to the rest of this game.

Thanks again, everybody!

Original Post Follows:

I've been working for hours off and on the last few days on a Hip Hop Press iPhone app using AppMakr but their customer support system is broken and I just can't take it anymore.

Sorry, between discovering that my beautiful new iMac's OS defaults in ways that totally slow down my work rhythm and that all these [likely twenty something] fools are making people use Twitter accounts to get support since their other options are broken is just pushing me over the edge right now.

There may be no forthcoming app because today was my last day to use a half price discount and I can't justify paying the full price for a project that doesn't even pay me minimum wage and hasn't for a long time.

If things are going to be this hard.  I'm not sure I can do this anymore.

Hopefully, tomorrow will be a brighter day.

Details and False Promises from Appmakr at Cultural Research:
@Appmakr: More Customer Support Madness

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Indie Mic Set to Launch Music Video only Website for Indie Artists of Pop, Rock, Hip Hop, Country & More

January 31, 2010 By

Marietta, GA (PRWEB) January 30, 2010 — Indie Mic is set to launch a member based social network, devoted to all things music. The sole purpose of Indie Mic is to give independent artists, groups, bands, etc., of such genres as: Hip Hop, Country Music, and R&B etc., the exposure needed, via online video submission. Members submitting music videos will be chosen at random to be promoted through homepage, subpages, t.v. commercials, email, banner ads and printable mock magazine covers, that are fully customizable and help to promote members offline, while increasing our brand.
                                   
Each week five new members from the categories of: Pop, Hip Hop & Country Music etc. will be chosen at random to have their music video played on our homepage. Each music video being promoted on our homepage will have a brief biography displayed underneath their music video entailing name of member/group , age, city, day job etc. , to add personification to our members music videos. Every music video submitted, will be granted airtime and airdates by order of submission.
                                               
Official is the title granted to members music videos currently being displayed on our homepage. All other music videos not being displayed on the homepage, will be assigned to the genre of their choice, with fellow artists, to have their video be displayed. Indie Mic will have communities, that are genre specific, and have forums, contests & chat rooms that will be specific to those genres only. Music videos being displayed on our homepage, will do so continuously, for five days total, charged for submission and be archived.
                           
Although some internet sites allow free music video submission, they do not market or promote them. Indie Mic offers a cost effective introductory price of $10, versus the traditional avenues of marketing and promotion. Video clips, up to thirty seconds will be awarded to all celebrities, that are good for promotion of: various causes, records releases, movies etc. Video clips will be awarded to celebrities once a year, and have a run time of five days total, and be refreshed the following week with new celebrities.
                                                       
Any music video submission, can also be used as an audition of musical talent, or some other form of promotion pertaining to music. All music video submissions on Indie Mic, will be subject to rating and or comments from other members. All music videos that are being promoted, will have to resubmit their music video, and be charged an additional $10, when time allotted has ended. Banner ads static or animated will be available for one month to all members, for the introductory price of $25 static and $50 animated.   
                                               
Any member profile can contain pictures, a specific music genre and a link included with their purchase promoting their website free. Indie Mic members can listen to free music online, from the best indie bands and have free online video submission, free membership for a limited time. Various artists of music will gain the exposure needed, while given the voice by Indie Mic. All video submissions are subject to approval, and will not contain acts of nudity or excessive violence. No contracts or commitments, as is basis only.

Recognizing the fact that indie artists needed exposure, by watching them constantly handing out cds and flyers promoting themselves. Indie mic was formed in the summer of 2007, after making a few cold calls to encourage people to listen to music online, while supporting indie music, from the best indie bands. Members will be encouraged to listen to music of various artists to broaden the appeal of indie music.

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CONTACT INFORMATION
Cliff
Indie Mic
678-561-4642
Email us Here
http://www.prweb.com/emailmember.php?prid=3326444

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Making Music has Never Been Easier with MAGIX Music Maker 16

January 31, 2010 By

Reno, NV (Vocus/PRWEB ) January 30, 2010 — For years, research papers have been coming out indicating the link between creativity, music, and academic performance. Some have used electronic music creation as a tool for healing, others, as an outlet. Recent studies have also found that music often lets us express feelings and emotions across language barriers and eras.

We all have that personal soundtrack running through our minds, now use MAGIX Music Maker 16 to create it, and share it with the world.

"Music Maker 16 is a product for everybody, since you need absolutely no previous musical knowledge," Jochen Kaiser, Product Manager at MAGIX. "You can start right away, all you need is three minutes to get a great sounding song idea down, or you can spend an entire day just making your songs perfect."

You would never think it was so easy. With simple templates and designs, MAGIX has another winner with Music Maker 16. Its tried and true design offers first timers an ease of use you never thought possible for music creation. Taking cutting edge technology and innovations from MAGIX's own developers, Music Maker 16 blurs the line between the hobbyist and the professional music production. The creative act, a sound, an inspiration will never be lost again. Pick up any instrument in seconds, using an integrated keyboard player letting you play any note on any instrument that you can think of.

With the inclusion of Vandal SE, Music Maker 16 stands out further. "This is the most impressive virtual guitar amp that you have come across," and says Kaiser, "by including attributes like Vandal SE, Music Maker demonstrates once more its high value for its price point- considering the fact that competitors won't integrate such advanced features into a consumer product at this price range."

Retooled to offer more in-depth editing and creative expression Music Maker 16 has made it into the semi-pro league and is batting a thousand. The new "Microscope Mode" makes detailed editing a more comfortable process, and a new effect series, called essential FX, supplies you with everything you would need to create great sounding tracks! Version 16 is loaded with extras, new sound archives, online interactive workshops, direct publish to online social media sites, and, of course, MAGIX's trademark quality sound.

What's new to Music Maker 16:

    * New Loops – Originating loop based music production for the PC, no other company has the experience nor the library of these completely revised sound loops.
    * Essential FX – Brand new effect modules that guarantee the best results.
    * Vandal SE – Use it like you would any guitar amp, or apply it to an already existing track!
    * Object inspector – Quick access to the most important and popular effects that can be applied to any audio object.
    * Microscope mode – Zoom in and out of detailed, incremental editing. Apply small cuts, or apply effects and treatments to miniscule parts of an audio object.
    * Direct uploads to MySpace – Upload your creations directly to your personal or band MySpace page.
    * Interactive Workshop – Learn the tricks of the trade from our online how-to interactive videos.

For more information on Music Maker 16, or any other MAGIX product please contact:

Adam Zarboni
MAGIX AG
PR & Communications Manager, North America
One Valleywood Drive, Suite 302
Markham, Ontario L3R 5L9

T: +1 (905) 470-0400 x.225
F: +1 (905) 470-0403
Web: www.magix.com

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One Economy’s Digital Connectors Program Answers Usher’s Youth Call to Action for Haiti, Making it Easier to Give

January 31, 2010 By

www.pic.tv/usher

In response to the devastating earthquake in Haiti, global non-profit One Economy answered the call from Usher's New Look Foundation for young people around the world to support Haitians with donations, offering a free and simple tool for donating and learning about relief in this time of need.

Washington, DC (PRWEB) January 30, 2010 — One Economy Corporation responded to the call from Usher's New Look Foundation for young people around the world to support Haitians with donations, offering a simple tool for donating and learning about relief in this time of need— the Youth Respond to Haiti Toolbox. Designed for children and young adults, the toolbox features:

    * An appeal from Usher to the global youth to take action,
    * Opportunities to support the United Nation's Foundation Central Emergency Response Fund by texting in $5 donations,
    * A Twitter command that tracks young people's contributions,
    * A Google Map for identifying Haiti, and
    * A visual hub for citizen journalists who can track and map incidents and relief for humanitarian services in Haiti.

One Economy and Usher's New Look Foundation encourage youth development organizations and educational institutions around the world to embed the online toolbox on their websites and social networks to inspire a youth movement of service for Haiti. Visit http://www.pic.tv/usher.

"One Economy's online toolbox will help youth around the world understand how they have the power to respond to the disaster in Haiti," said Shawn H. Wilson, President of Usher's New Look. "With this toolbox and the digital connectors mobilized, thousands more young people will be able to raise funds for Haiti. If only 1% of the world youth population each raises $5 we can raise over $150 million for the UN Foundation's relief efforts."

Over 3,000 Digital Connectors ages 14-21, and the young people from Usher's New Look Foundation are partnering to launch the youth movement at the intersection of service and technology. The response to the disaster in Haiti must be Powered By Service.

"Young people are impacted greatly by this effort and we believe firmly in the power of technology to be used as a catalyst to save lives and restore hope in the rebuild of Haitian communities," said Karla Ballard, Vice President, Social Innovations and Programs at One Economy.

People under the age of 25 make up half of the world's population. While many individuals and organizations have stepped up and contributed large sums of money, young people have the power to more than double the funds that have already been committed to bring much needed relief to Haiti.

To add the Youth Respond to Haiti Toolbox, please follow these easy steps:
1.   Visit www.pic.tv/usher

2.   Click 'Share This Toolbox' in the toolbox widget

3.   Copy the embedded code

4.    Paste to your website or on your blog

About One Economy Corporation

One Economy is a global nonprofit organization that uses innovative approaches to deliver the power of technology and information to low-income people. More than 17 million people have used One Economy's online tools and resources, including the Public Internet Channel (www.pic.tv), to build better lives. One Economy has launched on-the-ground programs in 42 U.S. states, Africa, Europe, Latin America and the Middle East. The Digital Connectors program is One Economy's flagship initiative that delivers 21st century technology training to young people from low-income backgrounds, who then share what they learn within their own communities. To date, more than 3,000 Digital Connectors have delivered more than 56,000 hours of technology focused community service. Learn more at http://www.one-economy.com.

About Usher's New Look Foundation

www.ushersnewlook.org
Usher's New Look (UNL) empowers youth from under-served communities to use their unique talents to become corporate and community leaders. UNL hopes to make service more diverse, relevant and accessible to all young people. As a result, young people can find their power in their ability to create change in their lives, their communities and the world.

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CONTACT INFORMATION
Cassie Salinas
One Economy
202.393.0051
Email us Here
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MediaNet Announces Record Downloads and Streaming Usage in December

January 31, 2010 By

MediaNet has signed more than 60 customers since the Company introduced its media content distribution products. These new customers have created record growth. In December 2009 MediaNet's content network served more than 200 million downloads and over 150 million on demand plays, a 124% increase in music downloads over the previous December. MediaNet also announces the top albums and tracks in 2009.

New York, NY (PRWEB) January 29, 2010 — In the month of December 2009 MediaNet's content network served more than 200 million downloads and over 150 million on demand plays. With the rapid addition of customers to the MN Open platform utilizing the Company's API and Web Components, MediaNet experienced a 124% increase in downloads over the previous December.

Alan McGlade, CEO of MediaNet commented: "MediaNet has not only experienced an increase in customer sign-ups since we introduced our new products in the fall, but now we are seeing the usage grow as a result of a distributed network of premium content providers. The statistics are proving the success of content being served to the end user in a decentralized manner and in a relevant environment."

The statistics are proving the success of content being served to the end user in a decentralized manner and in a relevant environment." Alan McGlade, CEO of MediaNet
In addition to the December usage statistics, MediaNet is also unveiling the top albums and tracks based on the number of plays in 2009.

Top 10 Albums 2009:
    
    * Tim McGraw, "Southern Voice"
    * James Horner, "Avatar"
    * 30 Seconds to Mars, "This is War"
    * Mary J. Blige, "Stronger with Each Tear"
    * Eminem, "We Are Young Money"
    * Alicia Keys, "The Element of Freedom"
    * Young Money, "We Are Young Money"
    * Owl City, "Ocean Eyes"
    * Mudvayne, "Mudvayne"
    * Three Days of Grace, "Life Starts Now"

Top 10 Tracks 2009:
    
    * Ke$ha, "Tik Tok"
    * Owl Cities, "Fire Flies"
    * IYAZ, "Replay"
    * Ludacris, "How Low"
    * Jay-Z, "Empire State of Mind"
    * Jay Sean, "Down"
    * Black Eyed Peas, "I Gotta Feeling"
    * Lady GaGa, "Bad Romance"
    * Jason Derulo, "Watcha Say"
    * Young Money, "Bedrock"

MediaNet provides premium digital media content to a network of customers through the MN Open platform. An API and easy to install Web Components deliver a set of powerful music and media content products including streams, downloads, music search, contextual matching and other media discovery tools to engage end users while keeping them on your website or application longer to maximize revenues. MediaNet powers music and media delivery for brands of all sizes including iLike, HMV, Tesco, MOG, Fox News, Ultimate Guitar, Intertech Media and many more.

MediaNet, www.mndigital.com, is privately-held and is headquartered in New York with offices in Seattle.

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CONTACT INFORMATION
Ann Garrett
MediaNet
818-501-8499
Email us Here
http://www.prweb.com/emailmember.php?prid=3535504

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New djay Keyboard Covers from algoriddim and KB Covers Transform MacBooks into Fully-Interactive DJ Controllers

January 31, 2010 By

DJs of Any Experience Level Can Now Have the Ultimate djay Guide at Their Fingertips.

Starnberg, Germany and El Segundo, CA (PRWEB) January 29, 2010 — algoriddim (www.algoriddim.net), a leader in next-generation music software for the Mac, and KB Covers (www.kbcovers.com), today announced the release of the djay Keyboard Cover, which converts any U.S. MacBook, MacBook Air or unibody MacBook Pro into fun, fully-interactive DJ controllers. Already known to professionals and novices alike for its exciting visual interface, simple controls and seamless integration with any iTunes library, djay's many features are now even easier to learn through the keyboard cover's straightforward display of program shortcuts and commands.

Developed in conjunction with KB Covers, a leading provider of the finest quality keyboard covers for Apple/Mac desktop and laptop computers, the djay Keyboard Cover enables users to spend less time learning controls and more time having fun mixing their own music. Each button is clearly coded with symbols and colors to help identify key functions and distinguish between djay's extensive shortcuts for both the left and right turntables.

"The djay Keyboard Cover gives users the power to play and mix songs faster than they've ever experienced, plus it protects the keyboard from any accidental spill," said Greg Sad, Marketing Director of KB Covers. "Our mission is to create truly interactive reference tools for the latest and greatest Mac applications, and when we heard about the capabilities of djay, we knew we could provide DJs everywhere with a must-have accessory."

Consisting of soft, ultra-thin silicone, the djay Keyboard Cover has a smooth texture that won't slip off the keyboard and is non-restrictive to regular typing. It also helps to safeguard the MacBook from dirt, spills, wear and tear, allowing the user to protect their equipment while they mix music in their home, at a party or in a nightclub.

"We're very excited to be continually expanding djay's lineup of accessories," said Karim Morsy, CEO of algoriddim. "djay already provides the user with a truly fun and addictive musical experience, but for the many fans who want a more tactile mixing experience, or wish to learn djay's controls faster, we teamed with KB Covers to create the djay Keyboard Cover. It is now easier than ever to master the program's commands and reach a new level of interactivity with your own music, and we can't wait to hear what users think."

For more information about djay, the djay Keyboard Cover or other available accessories, please visit www.djay-software.com. The djay Keyboard Cover is available for purchase online at the KB Covers store and in select music/audio resellers for $29.95, and beginning today through December 31, 2010, any online customer can enter the code "DJAY10" at checkout to receive a 10 percent discount.

About KB Covers
KB Covers is dedicated to providing the finest quality keyboard covers for Apple/Mac desktop and laptop computers. Covers are made with stringent Quality Assurance methods, which help to ensure a tight fit, long-lasting durability, no paint cracking/chipping, a soft-feel, and ultimately a happy customer. They are designed to fit all Apple/Mac keyboard layouts around the world, including U.S. keyboard, European ISO keyboard, and Japanese JIS keyboard layouts, and new keyboard covers for popular applications are constantly being developed. To learn more about the KB Covers lineup, or to provide feedback and suggestions, please visit www.kbcovers.com.

About algoriddim
algoriddim is a Germany-based software company that specializes in next-generation Mac audio and multimedia applications. Its mission is to develop software that is accessible to the average consumer while offering the quality and power of professional tools. algoriddim consistently seeks out innovative methods for accommodating the needs of its customers. Its flagship music software, djay, is now serving a broad international audience of music lovers, professional DJs and world-class musicians. djay also exclusively powers the popular Vestax Spin controller currently available through Apple Stores. To learn more about algoriddim, please visit www.algoriddim.net, www.facebook.com/djaysoftware and www.twitter.com/djaysoftware.

Contact
Frederik Seiffert
algoriddim  
pr(at)algoriddim(dot)net

Greg Sad
Marketing Director
KB Covers
greg(at)kbcovers(dot)com

Vanessa Boynton
Matter Communications
(401) 351-9506
algoriddim(at)matternow(dot)com

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Miss Virginia Caressa Cameron Crowned Miss America 2010 in Las Vegas

January 31, 2010 By

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 31 /PRNewswire/ — Miss Virginia Caressa Cameron from Fredericksburg, VA was crowned Miss America 2010 Saturday night at the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. The final night of the Miss America Pageant was broadcast live from Las Vegas on TLC and hosted by Mario Lopez and TLC's Clinton Kelly.

Caressa's triumphant walk across the stage was just the beginning of a journey that will take her to every corner of the country during her year of service as Miss America 2010. She will travel approximately 20,000 miles each month speaking to audiences about her personal platform of "Real Talk: Aids in America," and acting as the official National Goodwill Ambassador for Children's Miracle Network. Children's Miracle Network, a non-profit organization dedicated to saving and improving the lives of children by raising funds for children's hospitals, is the national platform partner of the Miss America Organization.

As Miss America 2010, Caressa will have her entire wardrobe provided by Joseph Ribkoff International Clothing and shoe wardrobe provided by DSW Warehouse. She will also be provided with skincare and cosmetics by Artistry Cosmetics exclusively from Amway Global. In addition, Caressa will help support the Miss America Organization's efforts to go green by being the official spokesperson for Nature's Bottles.

Caressa is a student at Virginia Commonwealth University with a major in Broadcast Communications. Her scholastic ambition is to obtain a master's degree in Mass Communications and she ultimately hopes to become an anchor for a television news station. Along with the title of Miss America 2010, Caressa won a $50,000 scholarship, sponsored by Amway Global, to continue her education. For the talent portion of the competition, Caressa sang "Listen," from the movie, Dreamgirls.

The first runner-up was Miss California Kristy Cavinder who earned a $25,000 scholarship. Her talent performance was ballet en pointe and her personal platform is the Make-a-Wish Foundation.

Second runner-up honors and a $20,000 scholarship were awarded to Miss Tennessee Stefanie Wittler. Her talent was vocal, and her personal platform is Ronald McDonald House Charities.

As the world's largest provider of scholarship assistance for young women and one of the nation's leading achievement programs, the Miss America Organization last year made available more than $45 million in cash and scholarship assistance. The Miss America Organization provides young women with a vehicle to further their personal and professional goals and instills a spirit of community service through a variety of nationwide community-based programs.

Additional information about the Miss America Organization can be found at www.MissAmerica.org.

For up-to-the-minute competition news and information, as well as downloadable high-resolution images of Miss America 2010 Caressa Cameron and the 2009 contestants, visit the 24-hour online pressroom at www.MissAmericaPressRoom.com.

To download photos of tonight's crowning moment, go to www.missamerica.org.

About the Miss America Organization

The Miss America Organization is one of the nation's leading achievement programs and the world's largest provider of scholarship assistance for young women. Last year, the Miss America Organization and its state and local affiliates made available more than $45 million in scholarship assistance. For more information, visit www.missamerica.org.

About TLC

TLC's innovative docu-series and reality-based programming include favorites Jon & Kate Plus 8, Little People, Big World, What Not to Wear, 18 Kids and Counting, Say Yes to the Dress, and LA Ink. TLC added to its menu of programming with Cake Boss and Ultimate Cake Off, and continues to expand into the food genre. TLC's daytime lineup includes the Emmy Award-winning A Baby Story. The channel is available in more than 98 million homes in the US, nearly 8 million homes in Canada and through the website at www.tlc.com. TLC is part of Discovery Communications (NASDAQ:DISCA) (NASDAQ:DISCB) (NASDAQ:DISCK) , the world's number one nonfiction media company reaching more than 1.5 billion cumulative subscribers in over 170 countries.

Source: Miss America Organization

CONTACT: Sharon Pearce of the Miss America Organization, +1-609-653-8700
ext. 117, sharon@missamerica.org

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

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Michael Jackson to Receive 3D Tribute During Sunday’s Grammy Awards With 3D Glasses From American Paper Optics

January 31, 2010 By

BARTLETT, TN–(Marketwire – January 29, 2010) – American Paper Optics, LLC, along with Target and Sony, has joined together with CBS to create a first-of-its kind, 3D event for the 52nd Grammy Awards on January 31st. Over 14 million 3D glasses will be distributed to the public in what is being called the first 3D tribute in history. Manufactured exclusively by American Paper Optics, the specialized 3D glasses will be used to watch the music video for Michael Jackson's "Earth Song." A portion of this song has been viewed by audiences, but never the full video and never in 3D, promising to be an emotional highlight of this year's show.

American Paper Optics, who is also the optical supplier for 3D DVD releases such as "Coraline 3D," "Journey to the Center of the Earth 3D" and most recently, "The Final Destination in 3D," continues to push well beyond the "one billion 3D glasses distributed" mark. These billion plus specs have been distributed worldwide for multi-media promotions and events involving movies, magazines, television, web sites, theme park attractions, video games, and much more. APO mega-clients include Disney, National Geographic, Coca Cola, Pepsi, Warner Brothers, Crayola, Time Inc., TV Guide, VH-1, and Dreamworks.

American Paper Optics, LLC, the world leader in manufacturing paper 3D glasses, has no plans to slow down in 2010. With their massive manufacturing capabilities and specialized patented optics, APO was able to deliver the 14 million 3D anaglyph glasses to more than 1,700 Target stores in less than 3 weeks. CEO and founder, John Jerit, was even surprised at the quick turnaround by his production team. "I thought I'd seen it all with the 130 million 3D glasses we did for the Super Bowl in 90 days last year, but finishing 14 million glasses in 21 days is a manufacturing record for us."

American Paper Optics has produced over 14 million pairs of 3D glasses for the Grammys, which are currently being distributed nationwide at Target stores. Viewers can get their free 3D Grammy glasses at nationwide Target stores through Jan. 31. The 52nd Annual Grammy Awards will air live from the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Sunday, January 31, 2010 on CBS, 8pm ET/PT.

For more information about John Jerit and American Paper Optics, please visit www.3Dglassesonline.com.

Contact:
Jason Lewin
Marketing Director
American Paper Optics, Inc.
3080 Bartlett Corporate Drive
Bartlett, TN 38133
Phone: 1-800-767-8427
Fax: 901-381-1517
email: Jason@3dglassesonline.com

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MYX Premieres Vinyl Addiction, Featuring Collectible Urban Vinyl Toys, & Visual Crunch, Featuring Indie Music Videos

January 31, 2010 By

Redwood City, CA (Vocus/PRWEB ) January 30, 2010 — MYX®, the only Asian American music entertainment and lifestyle channel in the U.S., unveiled recently two exciting shows to pump its program line-up for 2010.

Vinyl Addiction gives the audience an in depth, look at the world of Vinyl Toys. Art toys have jumped on the scene as a new highly collectible artistic medium. Tracing its roots from the streets of Asia, this culture has slowly become a worldwide phenomenon and a voice for many emerging underground artists.

Vinyl Addiction features behind-the-scenes interviews with top vinyl toy artists and collectors, presents store profiles, and covers related events.

Jesse Hernandez, co-creator and art director of the animated comedy series, The Nutshack, hosts and produces Vinyl Addiction. Hernandez's artwork has been featured in Rolling Stone Magazine, Maxim, YRB, Giant Robot, Clutter and FLUX. He currently has had toys released with Kid Robot, Bic Plastics, Kaching Brands and Toyqube.

The other new show that premiered recently on MYX® is Visual Crunch. The concept behind the show is simple and logical: cool "little" music videos pop up on internet video sharing outlets like YouTube and Vimeo everyday. Many of these hidden gems are never given the chance to cross over to mainstream television and recording industries because the artists are "indie" or independent from major commercial record labels and thus adopt the do-it-yourself approach to music video production. Have you ever wondered how they are able to produce groundbreaking, creative music videos with impossibly low budgets in this age? Hear it straight from the artists, directors and producers who produce these music video miracles on Visual Crunch.

MYX®, as a music entertainment and lifestyle channel catering to Asian American youth, constantly receives submissions from independent artists. As part of the channel's mission to showcase the best music videos to the Asian American community, MYX® makes a genuine effort to give opportunities to indie talents who have what it takes to stand out. Visual Crunch was made to be their platform to reach out to their audience.

For its first episode, Visual Crunch already featured the indie videos "Young San Francisco" by Boy in Static, and "Gravity" by Vienna Teng. Boy in Static is a band that has received rave reviews from the likes of The New York Times, The Boston Globe, and Grooves. XLR8R described "Young San Francisco" as making for "a palate of strings, pianos, and electro synths served over hefty doses of electronic bleeps." RCRD LBL wrote that it is a "recession-defying pop jawn." As for Vienna Teng, she has released four critically acclaimed albums under indie labels, which landed her on three Billboard charts and on Amazon.com's Top Ten. For its second episode on January 28, Visual Crunch put the spotlight on "Breaking Glass" by Roger Moon and "Everytime" by Mike Relm.

Catch new Vinyl Addiction episodes every Wednesday @ 8PM (Pacific) and @11PM (Eastern), and fresh Visual Crunch episodes every Thursday @8PM (Pacific) and @11PM (Eastern).

For more information, visit http://myx.tv.

About MYX®
With its U.S. headquarters in Redwood City, California, MYX® was developed by ABS-CBN International, a US-based subsidiary ABS-CBN Broadcasting which is the largest media company in the Philippines and among the largest in Asia. MYX® is the only music entertainment and lifestyle channel dedicated to the Asian American community, utilizing music, culture and entertainment. MYX® can be seen on Channel 368 on Comcast's Digital Preferred Package in the San Francisco Bay Area, Cox Digital Basic Cable in Orange County and Northern Virginia, DIRECTV 2067 and RCN. For more information, visit http://myx.tv.

Contact:
Nerissa M. Fernandez
Corporate Affairs
ABS-CBN International
Nerissa_fernandez@abs-cbn.com
(650) 508.6032   

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Serious Pimp Sponsors Greg Nagy, Cris Cyborg, Nick Diaz and Wes Sims in Saturday’s Strikeforce Mixed Martial Arts Event

January 31, 2010 By

Serious Pimp sponsoring four of the 12 MMA fights in Saturday's Strikeforce. Herschel Walker rival Greg Nagy, Strikeforce 145 Pound Women's Champion Cris Cyborg, Superstar Nick Diaz and Wes Sims will weigh in, walk in and walk out proudly wearing Serious Pimp sunglasses.

Irvine, CA (Vocus/PRWEB ) January 30, 2010 — Known for its fervent support of MMA fighters and the sport in general, Serious Pimp is sponsoring four of the 12 fights listed on the card of Saturday's STRIKEFORCE mixed martial arts (MMA) event. Airing Saturday, January 30 live on SHOWTIME (10 p.m. ET/PT), the event will be held at the BankAtlantic Center in Sunrise, Florida.

"This fight card pits some of the best, boldest and baddest fighters against up-and-comings and even the 1982 Heisman Trophy winner Herschel Walker," said Damian Kutzner, Serious Pimp CEO. "Fans are in for exciting, action-packed bouts and Serious Pimp is proud, as always, to show our support of the fighters."

Known as the best female MMA fighter and the 145-Pound Strikeforce Female Champion Mrs. Cris "Cyborg" Santos is a Muay Thai Specialist with brutal punching power and submission skills.

"I am so excited to begin this partnership with Serious Pimp Sunglasses," said Mrs. Cris "Cyborg" Santos. "I am in the process of finding people and companies that are on the same growth path as me and that are serious about making an impact in this business. I couldn't think of another company that represents this sport better, both with their fighter support and coolness factor. I am happy to be able to join forces with Serious Pimp and have them on board with me, and my team, for this fight."

Taking on NFL and NCAA football legend Herschel Walker, Greg Nagy is prepared to teach the MMA rookie all about the cage … and the mat.

"Herschel Walker has a better chance of being selected as a 1st round draft pick for the NFL this year than he does of remaining standing at the end of the match," said Nagy. "When it's over I'll meet the press for a victory interview in my Serious Pimp sunglasses!"

Nick Diaz takes on Strikeforce newcomer and current DREAM champion Marius Zaromskis for the Strikeforce welterweight championship in the main event.

"I'm happy to be representing the U.S. in such a big fight and will be looking to win by head kick," said Diaz.

"Win or lose, Serious Pimp respects the fight and all the fighters who enter the cage," said Kutzner. "Both Zaromskis and Diaz are top notch fighters. Serious Pimp sponsored Zaromiskis in his last three fights and stands behind Diaz in this fight. Regardless of the outcome, the fans are in for a knock-out experience."

Sims bout against Bobby Lashley is also on the main card.

"Cyborg, Nagy, Diaz and Sims stand out from the crowd," says Kutzner. "Just like the Serious Pimp sunglasses they'll be wearing."

Serious Pimp's product line includes sunglasses that blend the hip-hop style of Snoop Dogg, Tha Dog Pound and Ice-T with MMA attitude.

The company recently partnered with several large retail stores across the United States and the UK, including Hot Topic and No Fear.

About Serious Pimp
Serious Pimp designs sunglasses that blend Hip Hop style with MMA attitude. Since its inception in 1999, Serious Pimp has been a supporter of mixed martial arts, sponsoring a long list of fighters. Created by serial entrepreneur and business mogul, Damian Kutzner, Serious Pimp sunglasses and clothing is worn by entertainers and MMA fighters such as Snoop Dogg, Ice-T, Kimo Leopoldo and Jake Shields. For media inquiries please contact Nina Vultaggio at 949-858-1158.

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