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beIN SPORTS Draws 3.8 Million Viewers With Quarterfinal Round Broadcasts Of Copa America

beIN SPORTS Draws 3.8 Million Viewers With Quarterfinal Round Broadcasts Of Copa America

MIAMI, June 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- beIN SPORTS, the international sports network, delivers the number one sports telecasts among Spanish language cable networks with broadcasts of Copa America quarterfinals. According to Nielsen Media Research, the quarterfinal round drew an average of over 3.8 million viewers on both beIN SPORTS channels.

beIN SPORTS delivered the highest rated cable sports telecast of the day with its broadcast of the Argentina vs. Colombia match on beIN SPORTS en Espanol on June 26, 2015. According to Nielsen Media Research, the match scored an average of 991,000 viewers on beIN SPORTS en Espanol and nearly 1.5 million viewers on both networks combined.

Source: The Nielsen Company; NPM & NMMH, L+SD, total based on beIN Sports and beIN Sports Espanol P2+ average audience (000) sum of Copa America QF live matches on 6/24/15-6/27/15.

For more information, please visit www.beinsports.tv. Follow us on Twitter @beINSPORTSUSA and/or @ESbeINSPORTS and like our beIN SPORTS USA Facebook page for breaking news and real-time updates.

About beIN SPORTS USA

beIN SPORTS USA is the international sports network. Launched in 2012, beIN SPORTS is the fastest growing international sports network in the U.S. and is offered on 9 of the largest 10 cable/satellite TV providers in the U.S., as well as other systems across the country. beIN SPORTS offers viewers premium sports content and entertainment across multiple platforms including TV channels beIN SPORTS and beIN SPORTS en Espanol and live streaming on beIN SPORTS CONNECT. A cornerstone of beIN SPORTS is its unrivaled live soccer coverage, which includes live matches from La Liga, Serie A, Ligue 1, Russian Premier League, Copa America 2015, and CONMEBOL/CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, as well as news and in-depth analysis of all the top leagues from around the world. With beIN SPORTS CONNECT, authenticated subscribers can also enjoy all the exciting action from the two networks and stream live overflow matches offered in HD on your computer, tablet or smartphone. In addition to soccer, beIN SPORTS serves as a haven to fans of motorsports, tennis, rugby, volleyball and boxing, among others.

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CONTACT: Amanda Gadaleta, 212.367.9800 ext. 300

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Roddenberry Entertainment Partners With Immersive Media To Launch Roddenberry 360°

Roddenberry Entertainment Partners With Immersive Media To Launch Roddenberry 360°

360° Narrative Film, White Room: 02B3 Available For Download on August 3

Sneak Peek 360° Teaser Trailer Available To View

LOS ANGELES, June 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Roddenberry Entertainment, the name behind Star Trek, today announces an exciting new partnership with Immersive Media, the company behind Google's Street View, to launch Roddenberry 360°. The collaboration engages amazing, proprietary technology to produce groundbreaking entertainment incorporating 360° of viewing possibility. The partnership plans on producing original content as well as providing expertise and services to outside projects.

White Room: 02B3, one of the first ever narrative films to utilize 360° technology in this way, will be the initial entertainment offering to originate from the Roddenberry 360° endeavor. The film is created, shot, produced and distributed specifically for 360° viewing and takes full advantage of mobile formats, providing content for the growing mobile and online audiences. The technology offers an expanded and tremendously immersive viewing experience, allowing the viewer to actually rotate their perspective 360° around the film without breaking the viewing quality or interrupting the storytelling.

Beginning August 3, 2015, users of 360° technology, including iOS and Android mobile devices, as well as Google Cardboard, can download White Room: 02B3 via its signature app, which includes the film short in traditional and 360° viewing formats, along with a number of special feature extras. The app will be available for only $2.99 via iTunes and the Apple App Store, the Google Play Store, and the Samsung Galaxy Apps store. Plus, a special 360° trailer of White Room: 02B3 will be made available on the Samsung Galaxy Gear VR and Oculus Rift, with the full film to come at a later date.

A special 360° trailer can be viewed on a mobile device through the following link (www.whiteroom02B3.com/trailer). As the signature app has not yet been released, the free im360 Android or iOS app must be downloaded to view.

White Room: 02B3 is the story of six strangers who suddenly awaken in a white room and eventually find out that they are unwilling participants in an experiment that could change the face of humanity forever. The film, which has already won film festival awards both domestically and internationally, stars a variety of genre recognizable talent including Breckin Meyer, Tamlyn Tomita, David Blue, Rachel True and Doug Jones, as well as Internet icons Tony Janning and Milynn Sarley.

"Immersive Media is a leader in 360° technology and we are proud to partner with them on this new initiative. Roddenberry Entertainment strives to be on the forefront of innovation and we believe that this partnership will continue that legacy," said Trevor Roth, COO & Head of Development for Roddenberry Entertainment.

"Working with Roddenberry, we're able to push the envelope on what it means to create immersive and VR Video, taking it past the virtual tourism experience into the more compelling narrative space. Their creative capabilities are a perfect complement to our innovative technical and production offerings," said Myles McGovern, CEO of Immersive Media.

ABOUT RODDENBERRY ENTERTAINMENT
Roddenberry Entertainment is a science-fiction leader with a tradition of groundbreaking entertainment. Originally founded in 1967 by Gene Roddenberry, the company has since led a steady stable of science-fiction successes including Gene Roddenberry's Earth: Final Conflict, Gene Roddenberry's Andromeda and, most notably, Star Trek. Roddenberry Entertainment continues to produce entertainment for all audiences, employing a viewer-centric creative process and resulting in insightful explorations of humanity. The company's mission is to make good on its namesake's promise of superior science-fiction while utilizing new and varied vehicles of delivery. Building on its TV roots, this entertainment pioneer has also successfully ventured into graphic novels, documentaries, comic strips and 360° films, all the while continuing a long and unique tradition in quality merchandising, offering high-quality, authentic memorabilia and prop replicas for an ever-growing worldwide fan base. Roddenberry Entertainment has set itself apart by creating content that surpasses mere entertainment; it challenges audiences to think, question and explore the world, as well as potential worlds beyond.

For more information on Roddenberry Entertainment, please visit www.Roddenberry.com. Follow on Facebook (facebook.com/roddenberrycom) and Twitter (twitter.com/roddenberry).

ABOUT IMMERSIVE MEDIA
Immersive Media is the pioneer and leading provider of 360°, full-motion, interactive video experiences. Immersive Media's patented imEnabled Platform and full production services create high-resolution, immersive video for a variety of applications. From branding and entertainment to mapping and defense, Immersive Media customers and agents produce the deepest, most engaging video experiences possible. Visit Immersive Media on the web at www.immersivemedia.com.

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CONTACT: Media contact (for Roddenberry Entertainment): Molly O'Gara, B|W|R Public Relations, P: (310) 248-6185, E: molly.ogara@bwr-pr.com

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FUNimation® Channel now offers Comcast customers anime titles in HD on Xfinity On Demand

FUNimation® Channel now offers Comcast customers anime titles in HD on Xfinity On Demand

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., June 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- FUNimation® Channel, the only 24/7 anime channel in the US delivering the most sought after anime titles from Japan, is now offering anime programming in HD to Comcast's Xfinity TV customers via Xfinity On Demand.

Select anime HD titles will be available on Xfinity On Demand at no additional cost; others will be available to rent starting at $1.99. The new HD anime content includes fan favorite shows and series such as Fairy Tail, BlazBlue, D-Frag!, HAL and Hyperdimension Neptunia. Certain titles are also available with English subtitles.

The HD content is accessible through the Xfinity On Demand menu by choosing TV Shows/By Network/Funimation Anime.

About FUNimation® Channel

FUNimation® Channel, a partnership between Olympusat, Inc. and FUNimation Entertainment, is the market leader in providing fansin the U.S. within the $2.5 billion dollar a year business direct access to an exclusive portfolio of Anime movies, series and specials to TV, mobile and broadband customers alike. FUNimation® Channel is currently available in approximately 20 million TV households in the U.S. and is available on AT&T U-verse, Charter Communications, Comcast, Verizon, and others. FUNimation® Channel has linear SD, VOD and HD (1080p) service, along with multiplatform strategies and licensing capabilities.
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About OlympuSAT

Olympusat, Inc. is one of the largest independent media companies specializing in ownership, distribution, production and technical services. The company has established itself as a leader in the Hispanic television and media space through its 70 television networks, 30 of which are HD. Olympusat's top networks include Cine Mexicano, FUNimation Channel and the newly introduced Ultra HD Plex. The company also delivers a distinctive Faith & Family and Specialty Suite representing some of the biggest networks in the industry.

As a part of Olympusat's industry-leading efforts, the company has also launched two new strategic business units - Olympusat Telecom and Olympusat Entertainment. Olympusat Telecom has embarked on providing the enterprise and consumer customer with complete communications and business solutions through its IPTV, Video Streaming and CDN offering. Olympusat Entertainment encompasses all aspects of film and TV production including feature length and short films, music videos, industrial/corporate videos, and commercials, both local and national. Their award-winning team comes equipped with the technology to provide customers with a full service production from the project's conception to its completion.
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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.



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FUNimation Channel

CONTACT: Vanessa Martinez, Vanessa@olympusat.com

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More than Ten Ways to Follow the Pan American Games Toronto 2015 on ESPN and ESPN Deportes Platforms

More than Ten Ways to Follow the Pan American Games Toronto 2015 on ESPN and ESPN Deportes Platforms

NEW YORK, June 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- ESPN and ESPN Deportes team up for an unprecedented Olympic-style production to deliver complete multiplatform coverage of the 2015 Pan American Games from Toronto, starting Friday, July 10 at 7:30 p.m. ET with the Opening Ceremony live on ESPN and ESPN Deportes.

The production comes to live across all English and Spanish-language platforms with a state-of-the-art studio area in the host city, with a backdrop of the iconic Toronto skyline, featuring multiple production areas. The production will be led by a team of about 200 onsite, including more than 25 on-air personalities, supported by an in-studio team reporting from Bristol.

ESPN and ESPN Deportes' extensive coverage includes daily, up-to-the-minute multimedia content and live broadcast throughout the 17-day event. Together, the brands will offer more than thirteen ways to follow the Games:

ESPN Deportes TV will telecast about 200 hours of live Pan Am Games content, dedicating 12 hours of live windows every day starting at 10 a.m., featuring soccer, swimming, diving, track & field, boxing, basketball and gymnastics. The live telecasts will be complemented with news and information programming throughout the day, followed by a nightly edition of SportsCenter and a recap of the top highlights of the day.

ESPN and ESPN2 will present live 66 hours. ESPN's telecasts will kick off with the Opening Ceremony on Friday, July 10 at 7:30 p.m. - marking the first English-language live presentation of the ceremony in 30 years - and wrap up with a five-hour live window on July 26 for the closing day of the Games, starting at 1:00 p.m.

Between July 11 - July 25, ESPN2 will present two to six hours of daily live coverage focused on Men and Women's hoop and volleyball, diving, swimming, gymnastics, boxing, track and field, and soccer. The network will also present daily highlights of all medal winners and the action across every venue.

Longhorn Network will present 44 live hours dedicated to diving, swimming and Women's Volleyball. The network will follow Team USA's performance in these disciplines including some lifetime and rising Longhorns: In diving, Texas head coach Matt Scoggin will be in Toronto along with diving rising junior Murphy Bromberg, lifetime Longhorn Maren Taylor and rising senior Cory Bowersox. In swimming, lifetime Longhorn Jimmy Feigen will represent Team USA. In addition, lifetime Longhorns Lauren Paolini and Rachael Adams will be part of the Women's Volleyball team.

ESPN3 and ESPN Deportes+ will present over 650 live hours of programming that will include 249 sports events in their entirety (210 in English and 39 in Spanish).

ESPN3 will carry 580 hours of Pan American Games programming, with live access to almost every competition in more than 15 different disciplines, including basketball, gymnastics, swimming, diving, soccer, volleyball, karate, taekwondo, track and field, and many others.

ESPN Deportes+, the Spanish-language broadband channel, will carry an additional 90+ hours of live content, including the complete broadcast of select men and women's soccer, basketball and volleyball games. The channel will also feature medal final competitions in artistic gymnastics, judo, swimming, taekwondo and boxing.

Every Pan American coverage option on ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, Longhorn Network, ESPN Deportes and ESPN Deportes+ will also be available through WatchESPN, accessible on computers, smartphones, tablets, Amazon Fire TV and Fire TV Stick, Apple TV, Chromecast, Roku, Xbox 360, and Xbox One to fans who receive their video subscription from an affiliated provider.

For the first time, ESPN Deportes Radio will offer live play-by-play broadcast of select Pan American Game events, including the complete men's soccer and basketball competition, and select women's soccer matches and basketball games. These will be complemented by daily programming dedicated to the Games such as Al Despertar Panamericanos (6-9 a.m.), Zona Panamericana (12-2 p.m.), Destino Panamericano (7-9 p.m.), and Pan Am Express, an hourly update on the latest news and information happening in Toronto.

ESPN Deportes Radio's coverage will also be available via SIRIUS Satellite Radio, ESPN Radio app available on iPhone and Android, and 24/7 audio streaming via ESPNDeportesRadio.com.

ESPN Radio will also provide daily updates on the latest news, information and results during SportsCenter. Coverage will also include live reports from Toronto and interviews with athletes across talk shows.

ESPNDeportes.com will offer a dedicated section for the Games with daily news and information, video analysis, reports and summaries around all sport competitions. Daily coverage will include events recaps, Hispanic athletes' results, and post-event interviews with medalists. Content will also include highlights and the stories in anticipation of each day, medal count, and video reports and interviews. In addition, there will be color notes focused on Toronto, the villages, the delegations' arrivals, marathon routes and Outside the Lines stories.

ESPN.com's Bonnie D. Ford and Jim Caple will provide onsite coverage around the Games for all digital platforms, including the dedicated Pan Am section on the site. Ford's coverage will include an exclusive feature on 12-time Olympic medalist Natalie Coughlin that will also be featured on espnW. Other special content will focus on U.S. boxing, basketball and soccer, as well as Olympic qualifier events such as diving, field hockey and men's water polo.

ESPN and ESPN Deportes' Social Media Channels will supplement the multimedia coverage, engaging fans with the latest news around the Games using the hashtag #PanAmXESPN and #YoDigoPresente. With a social reporter onsite and supplemented by video and images, ESPN Deportes' Facebook, Twitter and Instagram will focus on daily results, top athletes and events of the day, and a behind-the-scenes look of the Games and ESPN's onsite production.

For detailed, daily schedules across platforms visit ESPN.com and ESPNDeportes.com

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CONTACT: ESPN: Gabriela Nunez at gabriela.nunez@espn.com; 646.547.5613, or Newlink: Eva Mejicanos at eva.mejicanos@newlink-group.com; 212.462.8743

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SiriusXM Presents the "Trainwreck" Takeover on SiriusXM's Comedy Central Radio During July 4th Weekend

SiriusXM Presents the "Trainwreck" Takeover on SiriusXM's Comedy Central Radio During July 4th Weekend

Featuring the cast and crew of Universal Pictures' "Trainwreck" the holiday weekend takeover to include a "Town Hall" special hosted by director Judd Apatow

"Trainwreck" cast members Amy Schumer, Colin Quinn, Vanessa Bayer, Mike Birbiglia and Dave Attell will be showcased

NEW YORK, June 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- SiriusXM announced today that the cast and crew of Universal Pictures' upcoming comedy "Trainwreck" will take over Comedy Central Radio over the Fourth of July weekend. "Trainwreck," directed by acclaimed director Judd Apatow ("Knocked Up, The 40-Year-Old Virgin," and written by and starring Amy Schumer (Comedy Central's "Inside Amy Schumer"), arrives in theaters on July 17.

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The "Trainwreck" Takeover on Comedy Central Radio will showcase comedy from Schumer, Colin Quinn, Mike Birbiglia, Dave Attell, and other comedians from "Trainwreck," as well as feature a special edition of SiriusXM's "Town Hall" series. Moderated by Apatow, SiriusXM's "Trainwreck" Town Hall will include the film's performers discussing their new comedy.

The "Trainwreck" Takeover on Comedy Central Radio will air on channel 95, beginning Saturday, July 4, at 7:00 a.m. ET and will air through Sunday, July 5. The broadcast will also be available through the SiriusXM App on smartphones and other connected devices, as well as online at siriusxm.com.

SiriusXM's "Town Hall" series are intimate gatherings with iconic musicians, entertainers and figures and a studio audience of SiriusXM listeners. Previous "SiriusXM Town Hall" specials have featured Bruce Springsteen, Taylor Swift, Willie Nelson, Billy Crystal, Tom Petty, Kevin Hart, Alicia Keys, Tony Bennett, Aerosmith, Carol Burnett, Ringo Starr, Roger Waters, Crosby, Stills and Nash and the surviving members of Nirvana.

Comedy Central Radio is part of a robust comedy lineup on SiriusXM including Jeff & Larry's Comedy Roundup, Jamie Foxx's The Foxxhole channel, Carlin's Corner, Laugh USA, and Raw Dog Comedy Hits and more.

For more information on SiriusXM, please visit www.siriusxm.com.

About "Trainwreck"

No contemporary filmmaker has chronicled the messy human experience with the eye and ear of a comedic cultural anthropologist like Judd Apatow. Hits as varied as those he's directed, like "Knocked Up" and "The 40-Year-Old Virgin," and those he's produced, like Superbad and Bridesmaids, are all unified by their honest, unflinching, comic look at how complicated it is to grow up in the modern world.

Apatow has also built a history of helping break distinctive new comedy voices into the mainstream, from Seth Rogen to Lena Dunham among many others. Now, in his fifth feature film as a director, Apatow again brings a portrait of an unforgettable character, and a portrayal by a breakout new comedy star, together in "Trainwreck," written by and starring Amy Schumer ("Inside Amy Schumer") as a woman who lives her life without apologies, even when maybe she should apologize.

Since she was a little girl, it's been drilled into Amy's (Schumer) head by her rascal of a dad (Colin Quinn) that monogamy isn't realistic. Now a magazine writer, Amy lives by that credo--enjoying what she feels is an uninhibited life free from stifling, boring romantic commitment--but in actuality, she's kind of in a rut. When she finds herself starting to fall for the subject of the new article she's writing, a charming and successful sports doctor named Aaron Conners (Bill Hader), Amy starts to wonder if other grown-ups, including this guy who really seems to like her, might be on to something.

The comedy, from a script written by Schumer, co-stars Brie Larson, John Cena, Vanessa Bayer, Mike Birbiglia, Ezra Miller, Dave Attell, Tilda Swinton and LeBron James. Apatow produces Trainwreck through his Apatow Productions alongside Barry Mendel ("Bridesmaids," "This Is 40"). www.trainwreckmovie.com

About SiriusXM

Sirius XM Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: SIRI) is the world's largest radio broadcaster measured by revenue and has more than 27.7 million subscribers. SiriusXM creates and broadcasts commercial-free music; premier sports talk and live events; comedy; news; exclusive talk and entertainment; and the most comprehensive Latin music, sports and talk programming in radio. SiriusXM is available in vehicles from every major car company in the U.S. and on smartphones and other connected devices as well as online at siriusxm.com. SiriusXM radios and accessories are available from retailers nationwide and at shop.siriusxm.com. SiriusXM also provides premium traffic, weather, data and information services for subscribers in cars, trucks, RVs, boats and aircraft through SiriusXM Traffic(TM), SiriusXM Travel Link, NavTraffic®, NavWeather(TM), SiriusXM Aviation, SiriusXM Marine(TM), Sirius Marine Weather, XMWX Aviation(TM), and XMWX Marine(TM). SiriusXM holds a minority interest in SiriusXM Canada which has more than 2 million subscribers. SiriusXM is also a leading provider of connected vehicles services to major automakers, giving customers access to a suite of safety, security, and convenience services including automatic crash notification, stolen vehicle recovery assistance, enhanced roadside assistance and turn-by-turn navigation.

On social media, join the SiriusXM community on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

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The following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from the anticipated results or other expectations expressed in the forward-looking statements: our competitive position versus other radio and audio service providers; our ability to attract and retain subscribers, which is uncertain; our dependence upon the auto industry; general economic conditions; changes in consumer protection laws and their enforcement; the security of the personal information about our customers; other existing or future government laws and regulations could harm our business; failure of our satellites would significantly damage our business; the interruption or failure of our information technology and communications systems; royalties we pay for music rights, which increase over time; the unfavorable outcome of pending or future litigation; our failure to realize benefits of acquisitions or other strategic initiatives; rapid technological and industry changes; failure of third parties to perform; failure to comply with FCC requirements; modifications to our business plans; our indebtedness; and our principal stockholder has significant influence over our management and over actions requiring stockholder approval and its interests may differ from interests of other holders of our common stock. Additional factors that could cause our results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2014, which is filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") and available at the SEC's Internet site (http://www.sec.gov). The information set forth herein speaks only as of the date hereof, and we disclaim any intention or obligation to update any forward looking statements as a result of developments occurring after the date of this communication.

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Fox Networks Joins PitchBlue® by Vigor Platform

Fox Networks Joins PitchBlue® by Vigor Platform

Top Syndicated Fox Shows to Be Added to Progressive Distribution Platform

SAN DIEGO, June 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Beginning this fall, Fox Networks will begin using the PitchBlue(®) by Vigor platform to distribute their expansive list of syndicated content. Top syndicated shows like Modern Family, How I Met Your Mother and Bob's Burgers will join the roster of other popular programming that the PitchBlue platform currently distributes across 1,500 North American locations.

"We have been listening to feedback from stations and are pleased with the benefits they are receiving from the high level of automation provided by PitchBlue(®)," said Magnus Sorlander, CEO and Founder of Vigor Systems. "I am excited for Fox to join CBS and Deluxe in utilizing our progressive distribution system and to experience those benefits as well."

The PitchBlue platform consists of an IRD-style MagnuBox Server, management software and is monitored 24/7. Partners on the PitchBlue platform receive advanced logistical service and operational support to handle the complexity of digital media deliveries. In addition to syndicated content, PitchBlue can also be effectively used for live feeds, ad distribution, infomercials and news.

Fox Networks has been working closely with the Vigor team since NAB in April to complete their onboarding process and to ensure smooth implementation for their stations and customers.

About Vigor Systems
Vigor is a privately owned TV technology services company with a thriving network of technology partners and customers within the media, cable and broadcast industries. Founded by Magnus Sorlander in 2002, the company provides ad insertion and content distribution solutions and products for broadcasting, cable and IPTV networks. Vigor raised the content distribution bar with PitchBlue(®), its flagship platform designed in collaboration with CBS and Warner Bros. In addition, Vigor's ad insertion-as-a-service solution offers customers unprecedented business opportunities. Vigor has operations in Asia and across the United States.

More information is available at www.vigorsystemsinc.com.



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Vigor Systems

CONTACT: 866-748-4467

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


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Rolling Stones' Live Performance Of Classic Album "Sticky Fingers" Available On Apple Music Today

Rolling Stones' Live Performance Of Classic Album "Sticky Fingers" Available On Apple Music Today

LOS ANGELES, June 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --A special, one-off concert by the Rolling Stones last month, performing their classic album Sticky Fingers live at the Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles, is now available on Apple Music for a limited period.

The Rolling Stones kicked off their US Zip Code tour this summer with a special performance of Sticky Fingers, in its entirety at the Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles. Sticky Fingers Live is now available to download on iTunes and features the band - Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Ronnie Wood and Charlie Watts - performing to a packed, intimate 1,200 capacity audience.

Opening with 'Sway', before ripping through incredible performances of 'Dead Flowers', 'Wild Horses', 'Sister Morphine', 'You Gotta Move', 'Bitch' and 'Brown Sugar', the one-off concert was dubbed the hottest ticket of the year and also featured the Stones regular band of back-up musicians Lisa Fischer (Vocals), Bernard Fowler (Vocals), Darryl Jones (Bass) and Chuck Leavell (Keyboards). This concert marked the first time the band performed Sticky Fingers in its entirety.

Sticky Fingers Livehas been mixed by the Award-winning Producer Bob Clearmountain.

STICKY FINGERS LIVE - TRACK LISTING:


1. Sway
2. Dead Flowers
3. Wild Horses
4. Sister Morphine
5. You Gotta Move
6. Bitch
7. Can't You Hear Me Knocking
8. I Got The Blues
9. Moonlight Mile
10. Brown Sugar
STICKY FINGERS LIVE IS AVAILABLE TO STREAM AT APPLE MUSIC AND TO DOWNLOAD ON iTUNES

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Epson Joins CNBC's 'The Profit' to Help Drive Small Business Success and Innovation

Epson Joins CNBC's 'The Profit' to Help Drive Small Business Success and Innovation

New Custom Content Offers Small Business Tips and Technology Insight and Drives Viewer Tune-In for CNBC's Primetime Hit Series

LONG BEACH, Calif., June 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Underscoring its commitment to small businesses and technology advancing business forward, Epson today announced a partnership with the hit CNBC primetime show, 'The Profit,' to create a series of custom content aimed at helping small businesses succeed. The collaboration with 'The Profit' centers on custom vignettes featuring unique tips and insight, as well as Epson's suite of business solutions designed to help businesses stay ahead in today's marketplace, including the Epson(®) SureColor(®) T-Series printers, Epson Robotics and Epson BrightLink(®) Pro collaborative meeting room solutions.

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Beyond the custom vignettes, on June 30, during Marcus Lemonis' evaluation of Precise Graphix, a design and manufacturing shop based in Emmaus, Pa., the episode will feature the business' use of the Epson SureColor T-Series printer to ensure accuracy in their work and avoid future installation mistakes.

"The collaboration with CNBC and 'The Profit' is part of a larger effort from Epson to broaden awareness in the business community and empower small businesses to innovate as part of its national brand campaign, 'Where there's business there's EPSON,'" said Lucie Milanes, Epson's director of marketing strategy and communications. "Working with CNBC and its commitment to delivering informative resources to viewers mirrors Epson's focus on innovation to develop solutions that meet customers' needs with the latest technology advancements."

The custom content created with CNBC for the vignette series airs during 'The Profit,' where Lemonis travels the country to help save struggling companies, as well as on CNBCPrime.com and across Epson's social media channels. Each vignette was co-developed by NBCUniversal's Content Innovation Agency in collaboration with Epson, Newcast/Zenith, and NBCUniversal's Client Solutions team. The vignettes also remind viewers to tune in to 'The Profit' (Tuesdays at 10PM ET/PT on CNBC) as Lemonis puts his own money on the line to save small businesses.

"This is a natural relationship between Epson and 'The Profit' given our collective commitment to helping small businesses find innovative solutions for growth," said Christina Glorioso, senior vice president, Client Solutions, NBCUniversal News Group. "Through a multi-platform and social approach, together we are delivering informative and original content to our passionate viewers and small business owners in an organic and relevant environment."

CNBC primetime is a distinct brand where business and entrepreneurism are the main focus. To view the custom vignettes, visit www.cnbc.com/profittips and for more insight into the "Where There's Business There's EPSON" campaign and Epson's commitment to the business community, visit www.Epson.com/forbusiness.

"Through this partnership, we produced original content to drive engagement and brand awareness among small business owners, while also leveraging the content as commercial creative for Epson," said Susan Joseph Smith, SVP, managing director, Newcast/Zenith.

About Epson
Epson is a global technology leader dedicated to driving innovations and exceeding customer expectations in printing, visual communications, quality of life and manufacturing. Epson's lineup ranges from inkjet printers, printing systems and 3LCD projectors to industrial robots, smart glasses and sensing systems and is based on original compact, energy-saving, and high-precision technologies.

Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the Epson Group comprises nearly 70,000 employees in 94 companies around the world, and is proud of its contributions to the communities in which it operates and its ongoing efforts to reduce environmental burdens.

Epson America, Inc. based in Long Beach, Calif. is Epson's regional headquarters for the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. To learn more about Epson, please visit: www.epson.com.
You may also connect with Epson America on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/Epson), Twitter (http://twitter.com/EpsonAmerica) and YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/EpsonAmerica).

About NBCUniversal
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience. NBCUniversal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, world-renowned theme parks, and a suite of leading Internet-based businesses. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. To learn more visit: www.nbcuniversal.com

Note: EPSON and SureColor are registered trademarks and EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation. BrightLink is a registered trademark of Epson America, Inc. All other product brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks. Copyright 2015 Epson America, Inc.

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AXS TV Acquires The Exclusive Rights To Magnolia Pictures' 'THE WRECKING CREW,' Premiering The Celebrated Documentary On Sat., July 18, At 9 p.m. ET

AXS TV Acquires The Exclusive Rights To Magnolia Pictures' 'THE WRECKING CREW,' Premiering The Celebrated Documentary On Sat., July 18, At 9 p.m. ET

The Festival Favorite Features Performances and Interviews from Industry Icons Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, Cher, The Beach Boys, Dean Martin, and More

LOS ANGELES, June 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- AXS TV has acquired the exclusive television rights to Magnolia Pictures' critically acclaimed music documentary THE WRECKING CREW. The film will premiere on Saturday, July 18, at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT--long before it is available on any other linear or streaming services--and will re-air at multiple times until Sunday, July 26. THE WRECKING CREW was originally released in theaters across the country on March 13, 2015.

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THE WRECKING CREW is the incredible true story of a group of Los Angeles-based studio musicians made up of drummers Hal Blaine and Earl Palmer, guitarists Tommy Tedesco and Al Casey, bassists Carol Kaye and Joe Osborn, and keyboardist Don Randi, the unsung heroes who served as the studio backing band on some of the biggest hits in rock n' roll history. Simultaneously humorous and heartfelt, the documentary gives an in-depth look at the contributions of this talented band known as the Wrecking Crew, from instantly recognizable advertising jingles and television theme songs, to hit singles such as "Ain't No Woman (Like The One I Got)," "Good Vibrations," "California Girls," "Viva Las Vegas," "Be My Baby," "Mr. Tambourine Man," and "California Dreamin'," as well as their time as the Phil Spector Wall of Sound Orchestra.

THE WRECKING CREW is directed by veteran television producer Denny Tedesco, son of Wrecking Crew guitarist Tommy Tedesco, who first conceived the concept in 1995, as a means of dealing with his father's terminal cancer diagnosis. Gaining support from family and friends, the project quickly took on a life of its own, as Tedesco transformed a 14-minute clip into a full-length feature honoring the tremendous impact that his father and the Wrecking Crew had on the music industry. In addition to the band's members, the film also features interviews and session footage with music legends Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Nat "King" Cole, Herb Alpert, former Wrecking Crew member Glen Campbell, Cher, Beach Boys founders Al Jardine and Brian Wilson, Nancy Sinatra, Frank Zappa, and Simon & Garfunkel, among others.

"AXS TV is proud to bring this important documentary to television for the first time ever," said Jeff Cuban, AXS TV's general manager and executive vice president. "THE WRECKING CREW celebrates a legendary era in music and the unheralded band that helped set the tone for the timeless songs we know and enjoy today. This is a can't-miss event for anyone with a passion for music."

As an honor to The Wrecking Crew's work and legacy, AXS TV is featuring an encore broadcast of the acclaimed "The Beach Boys 50 - Doin' It Again" documentary at 8 p.m. ET/ 5 p.m. PT on July 18, and presenting "The Beach Boys 50 Live in Concert" immediately following the premiere. "The Wrecking Crew" was the backing band on several of The Beach Boys hits.

THE WRECKING CREW can be seen on AXS TV at the following dates and times:


-- Saturday, July 18 at 9 p.m. ET
-- Sunday, July 19 at 10 p.m. ET
-- Monday, July 20 at 10 p.m. ET
-- Saturday, July 25 at 9 p.m. ET
-- Sunday, July 26 at 10 pm. ET
ABOUT AXS TV

AXS TV is the cable industry's leading general entertainment network for live event programming, and the premier destination for some of the nation's biggest music festivals. Launched in July 2012 by visionary entrepreneur Mark Cuban, AXS TV is dedicated to providing groundbreaking music programming, stand-up comedy performances from today's top comedians, and hard-hitting mixed martial arts promotions. The network's franchises include THE X FACTOR UK and original programs such as THE BIG INTERVIEW with Dan Rather; THE WORLD'S GREATEST TRIBUTE BANDS; GOTHAM COMEDY LIVE; ART MANN PRESENTS; AXS TV FIGHTS; and INSIDE MMA.

AXS TV is a partnership between Mark Cuban, AEG, Ryan Seacrest Media, Creative Artists Agency (CAA) and CBS. The network is available in the United States via AT&T U-verse, Charter, Comcast/Xfinity, DIRECTV, DISH, Suddenlink, Verizon FiOS, and other cable, satellite and telco providers, including members of the National Cable Television Cooperative. The network is also distributed in Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean. For more information, visit the website, www.axs.tv; go to the Facebook page here and follow the company on Twitter, @axstv; on Instagram; Tumblr; Cyber Dust and YouTube.

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Loyola Marymount University School of Film and Television and Ghetto Film School Launch College Residency Program

Loyola Marymount University School of Film and Television and Ghetto Film School Launch College Residency Program

The summer instructional program for GFS LA Fellows will be held on the LMU campus in July

Industry experts including Roberto Orci, James Wong and Melissa Blake are guest teachers for the program

LOS ANGELES and SOUTH BRONX, N.Y., June 30, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Loyola Marymount University School of Film and Television (SFTV), one of the top films schools in the U.S., announces today a three-year partnership with the award winning, independent film organization Ghetto Film School (GFS) in Los Angeles to sponsor, organize and deliver the College Residency program, a unique instructional course in visual storytelling and production for the high school age GFS LA Fellows. The course will run during the summer session (July 6 - 31, 2015) on the LMU campus under the direction of SFTV and GFS faculty and staff, using SFTV's production resources and equipment. LMU film students will also be on hand to mentor the GFS Fellows.

During their time at LMU, Fellows will take classes from SFTV teaching faculty, while also completing a four-part web series as a team. Additionally, Fellows will receive instruction from industry experts, participate in site visits to studios and development offices, and meet with representatives of LMU's admissions office to learn about the college application process and tips for financing their college education.

"The College Residency program will offer the GFS LA Fellows and their families a first glimpse into the university experience," said Stephen Ujlaki, Dean of the School of Film and Television. "Our hope is that when the GFS LA Fellows complete the four-week course, they will not only be a step closer to mastering the craft of television and web-based storytelling, but that the opportunity of being on the LMU campus will help them aspire to attend college, many of them as the first in their families to do so."

"GFS LA is honored to partner with the Loyola Marymount University School of Film and Television," said Joe Hall, President and Founder of Ghetto Film School. "LMU SFTV is nationally recognized for its outstanding program which shares our approach to nurturing the next generation of great American storytellers: rigor, hands on real-world learning experiences with Hollywood leaders, and a focus on student-driven film collaborations."

Confirmed industry guests include Roberto Orci - Producer/Writer (Transformers, Star Trek); James Wong - Writer/Director/Producer (American Horror Story, Final Destination); Melissa Blake - Writer/Producer (Sleepy Hollow, Ghost Whisperer); Michael Daley - Writer/Script Supervisor (C.S.I.: Crime Scene Investigation, The Leftovers); Chris Hanada and Tanner Kling - founders of Retrofit Films; Janet Leahy - Producer/Writer (Mad Men); Malcolm Mays - Actor (Southpaw, Life of a King); Will Spjut - Executive Producer/Owner Shake Media, Inc; Pat Finn - Actor/ Improv Artist (The Middle, Anchorman); Jay Williams - Founder of Legion of Creatives Digital Media Company; Cristina Mancini - EVP Franchise Management 20th Century Fox.

About LMU SFTV

Movie industry moguls helped establish Loyola Marymount University's (LMU) current campus on the bluffs above west Los Angeles in the 1920s. By 1964, LMU was formally teaching film and television curriculum, and in 2001, the School of Film and Television (SFTV) was established as its own entity. Today, SFTV offers students a comprehensive education where mastering technical skills and story is equally important to educating the whole person, including the formation of character and values, meaning and purpose. SFTV offers undergraduate degrees in animation, production, screenwriting, film and television studies and recording arts; and graduate degrees in production, screenwriting and writing and producing for television. The school is one of the few film programs providing students with a completely tapeless model of production and post-production, and SFTV's animation program is one of the few worldwide that teaches virtual cinematography. Selected alumni include John Bailey, Bob Beemer, Francie Calfo, Brian Helgeland, Francis Lawrence, Lauren Montgomery, Jack Orman, Van Partible and James Wong, among others. Get more information at sftv.lmu.edu or facebook.com/lmusftv.

About Ghetto Film School

The Ghetto Film School is an award-winning, independent film organization with a mission to educate, develop and celebrate the next generation of great American storytellers. With operations in the South Bronx (NYC) and MacArthur Park (Los Angeles), the non-profit annually supports 650 diverse teen and young adult artists through high quality, pre-professional programs focused on the intersection of art, business and education. GFS initiated and led a partnership with the NYC Department of Education to open The Cinema School in 2009 as the nation's first film high school, which has a 100% college acceptance rate. Digital Bodega is an alumni-run, full-service production company providing creative solutions for brands such as Nike, General Mills, Atlantic Records, and Sony Pictures while generating income for free-of-charge GFS programming. Student work has been produced and screened around the world, and 400,000+ global registered users access GFS curriculum and training via an online MasterClass series. For more information on Ghetto Film School, please visit www.ghettofilm.org.

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SiriusXM's Catholic Channel to Provide Comprehensive Coverage of Pope Francis' Visit to United States

SiriusXM's Catholic Channel to Provide Comprehensive Coverage of Pope Francis' Visit to United States

The Catholic Channel will offer around-the-clock coverage as Pope Francis travels to Washington DC, New York City and Philadelphia

Live on-site coverage from all three cities to include broadcasts of speeches, masses and other events - offering up-to-the-moment news as well as a forum for listeners to share their thoughts and experiences

NEW YORK, June 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- SiriusXM announced today that it will offer listeners nationwide the most comprehensive audio coverage available when His Holiness Pope Francis make his first pastoral visit to the United States from September 22-27, 2015.

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Pope Francis will travel to the U.S. from Cuba on September 22. He will first visit Washington DC (Sep. 22-24), then New York (Sep. 24-26) and finally Philadelphia (Sep. 26-27).

The Catholic Channel (SiriusXM channel 129) will feature around-the-clock coverage each day, including live broadcasts of all of the major events during the Pope's visit, including his appearance at the World Meeting of Families and Papal Mass in Philadelphia, his speech at the United Nations, the mass at the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, DC, and more.

The Catholic Channel - a collaboration between SiriusXM and the Archdiocese of New York - is a distinctive and contemporary talk platform that focuses on modern day news and issues from a Catholic perspective. The channel's hosts and reporters - which will include Fr. Dave Dwyer, CSP, 'The Catholic Guy' Lino Rulli, Jennifer Fulwiler, Gus Lloyd, White House correspondent Jared Rizzi and others - will broadcast live, on-site from every public event throughout Pope Francis' trip, providing commentary and sharing a unique vantage point on the proceedings with their nationwide audience.

"The Catholic Channel will lead the way in providing coverage of Pope Francis' historic visit to the United States," said Cardinal Timothy Dolan, Archbishop of New York. "Listeners will not only be able to follow the events as they happen, but the Catholic Channel hosts will share their unique insights and commentary on the trip. People who want to know what's happening - and what it all means - should make sure that they stay tuned to The Catholic Channel!"

"With the country and the world focused on Pope Francis as he makes his first Papal visit to the U.S. this September, the Catholic Channel offers the perfect platform to follow him through every step of his journey," said Scott Greenstein, SiriusXM's President and Chief Content Officer. "Our coverage will feature insight and commentary from Cardinal Dolan and an unparalleled team of veteran hosts - which includes both members of the clergy and distinguished laity - giving listeners across the country an exceptional perspective on this historic event."

The Catholic Channel (SiriusXM channel 129) airs 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. For more info on channel's programming and personalities visit www.SiriusXM.com/TheCatholicChannel. Follow the channel on Twitter @CatholicChannel.

About SiriusXM

Sirius XM Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: SIRI) is the world's largest radio broadcaster measured by revenue and has more than 27.7 million subscribers. SiriusXM creates and broadcasts commercial-free music; premier sports talk and live events; comedy; news; exclusive talk and entertainment; and the most comprehensive Latin music, sports and talk programming in radio. SiriusXM is available in vehicles from every major car company in the U.S. and on smartphones and other connected devices as well as online at siriusxm.com. SiriusXM radios and accessories are available from retailers nationwide and at shop.siriusxm.com. SiriusXM also provides premium traffic, weather, data and information services for subscribers in cars, trucks, RVs, boats and aircraft through SiriusXM Traffic(TM), SiriusXM Travel Link, NavTraffic®, NavWeather(TM), SiriusXM Aviation, SiriusXM Marine(TM), Sirius Marine Weather, XMWX Aviation(TM), and XMWX Marine(TM). SiriusXM holds a minority interest in SiriusXM Canada which has more than 2 million subscribers. SiriusXM is also a leading provider of connected vehicles services to major automakers, giving customers access to a suite of safety, security, and convenience services including automatic crash notification, stolen vehicle recovery assistance, enhanced roadside assistance and turn-by-turn navigation.

On social media, join the SiriusXM community on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

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The following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from the anticipated results or other expectations expressed in the forward-looking statements: our competitive position versus other radio and audio service providers; our ability to attract and retain subscribers, which is uncertain; our dependence upon the auto industry; general economic conditions; changes in consumer protection laws and their enforcement; the security of the personal information about our customers; other existing or future government laws and regulations could harm our business; failure of our satellites would significantly damage our business; the interruption or failure of our information technology and communications systems; royalties we pay for music rights, which increase over time; the unfavorable outcome of pending or future litigation; our failure to realize benefits of acquisitions or other strategic initiatives; rapid technological and industry changes; failure of third parties to perform; failure to comply with FCC requirements; modifications to our business plans; our indebtedness; and our principal stockholder has significant influence over our management and over actions requiring stockholder approval and its interests may differ from interests of other holders of our common stock. Additional factors that could cause our results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2014, which is filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") and available at the SEC's Internet site (http://www.sec.gov). The information set forth herein speaks only as of the date hereof, and we disclaim any intention or obligation to update any forward looking statements as a result of developments occurring after the date of this communication.

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Biggest Stock Video Company in the World Sees Growth of 4K Video Surge

Biggest Stock Video Company in the World Sees Growth of 4K Video Surge

Pond5 data shows 10x growth in 4K video uploads since 2014.

NEW YORK, June 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- According to Pond5, the world's largest marketplace for royalty-free video footage, 4K resolution video is finally having its day.

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As 2015 passes the midway point, 4K televisions, cameras, and computer monitors are filling shelves, with lower prices than ever.

Pond5 analysts looked at more than three years of internal data from the company's network of 40,000 contributing artists to find out if uploads of 4K video clips have increased in tandem.

The answer? After two years of sluggish growth, 4K uploads surged in 2014 and into this year. Analysts found that since the first quarter of 2014, Pond5 has seen a near 10x increase in the number of 4K video uploads.

Because of the growing popularity of drones, a significant portion of these clips consist of 4K aerial footage, which has grown swiftly along with overall 4K uploads. Aerial 4K uploads increased by a multiple of five since the first quarter of 2014.

"At Pond5, we've always strived to stay at the forefront of new technologies and trends in video production," said Pond5 cofounder and CEO Tom Bennett. "We've made sure that we offer the largest collection of 4K+ resolution video clips in the world, and as consumers and video producers grow to expect the highest quality video available, 4K will remain a top priority."

In addition to its unrivaled collection of royalty-free 4K footage, Pond5 recently introduced Backlots and Backlots+ video formats--160-degree green screen backlots with an effective resolution of 8K.

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Pond5 is the world's largest marketplace for royalty-free video footage. The company offers more than 3.9 million royalty-free stock video clips, along with more than 17 million photos, illustrations, music tracks, sound effects, motion graphics templates, and 3D models. Unlike traditional stock agencies, Pond5 empowers contributors to set their own prices. Contributing artists earn 50% on each sale--more than twice the industry standard. Customers pay only for the media that they need. Based in New York, with offices around the world, the company recently released 80,000 free public domain stock footage clips, stock photos, 3D models, and other assets on its website. Pond5 is a venture-funded company backed by Accel Partners and Stripes Group.

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Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos Teams Up With Ford To Amp Up The Sound Of Your Stay® In-Room Music Amenity Program With Fresh New Playlist

Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos Teams Up With Ford To Amp Up The Sound Of Your Stay® In-Room Music Amenity Program With Fresh New Playlist

- Ford and Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos Celebrate 50 Years of Mustang and the Future of Music through the Mustang ICON50Playlist

- Tracks.® Newest Volume - Vol. 12 - Includes 10 artists who embody the spirit of the iconic Ford Mustang and are driving the future of music

- Tracks.® is offered exclusively to guests of Hard Rock Hotels through the brand's innovative and fully immersive in-room music amenity program, The Sound of Your Stay®

ORLANDO, Fla., June 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos - with locations from Bali to Cancun, San Diego to Ibiza, and Chicago to Macau - announces the debut of Tracks. Vol.12: Mustang ICON(50) Playlist, the latest collection of modern sounds available exclusively to hotel guests around the world as part of the brand's complimentary music amenity program, The Sound of Your Stay®. Available now at Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos worldwide, the collection comes to life through Hard Rock's involvement and partnership with Ford's ICON(50) program that celebrates the 50(th) anniversary of Mustang, which much like music inspires a sense of freedom, independence and adventure.

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"Music is a universal language that holds the power to transcend generations and our in-room amenity program is just one of the many ways that we at Hard Rock keep music at the forefront of the hotel guest experience," says Matt Watts, director of music and marketing for Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos. "We look forward to further connecting guests with our brand's passion, while supporting emerging artists and the ever-evolving musical landscape."

Tracks. Vol. 12 features many of the ICON(50 )artists, including ASTR, Cathedrals, Elle King and other distinguished artists breaking new ground and setting the stage for the future of the music industry. Bands such as Australia's Sheppard, which have gained international fame in a little over a year since their debut album Bombs Away graze the playlist with massive hit tracks, such as "Geronimo" - recently certified platinum in the U.S.

"We're incredibly excited to be a part of Hard Rock's Tracks Volume 12 - we're currently touring Europe in support of our single, 'Geronimo,' and can't wait to hear our track blasting throughout Hard Rock Hotels round the world," said George Sheppard, who formed the band with his sister Amy and currently contributes as lead vocals and piano.

Indie pop sensation and festival headliners - MisterWives - whose debut EP album charted No. 1 on the Billboard and Twitter Emerging Artist Chart are also featured on the playlist and saluted as one of the most impactful bands to reach the main stage this year.

"We had a blast playing Hard Rock x ICON(50)show in NYC last year and we are honored to be included in the playlist among some of our favorite artists," said MisterWives bassist, Will Hehir.

Upon check-in, guests of Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos will receive a code to download the free Mustang ICON(50)Playlist, as well as have the option to stream the entire track list at http://music.hardrockhotels.com/. The newly unveiled playlist features contemporary sounds from the most notable new bands and artists making noise in the music industry and on the verge of a breakthrough, as showcased in the full track listing below:


-- ASTR - Operate
-- Betty Who - All of You
-- Cathedrals - Harlem
-- Elle King - Ex's & Oh's
-- Joywave - Somebody New
-- MisterWives - Imagination Infatuation
-- Sheppard - Geronimo
-- Smallpools - Karaoke
-- Young & Sick - Ghost of a Chance
-- Young Rising Suns - High
Appealing to the modern business or leisure traveler, the three elements of The Sound of Your Stay® create an unparalleled, authentic experience, allowing guests to channel their inner rock star -whether setting the mood with one of three playlists, nailing power chords on a Fender guitar during a jam session or matching beats and remixing like a professional DJ. As the first of its kind, this groundbreaking amenity program sets the industry standard in interactive programming, designed to provide guests with an all-encompassing music experience in the comfort of their hotel room.

Internationally recognized as a world-class entertainment and lifestyle brand, Hard Rock properties offer stylish and contemporary design, unparalleled service and the thread that unites them all - music. Hard Rock's portfolio of Hotels and Casinos are located in the world's most enviable resort destinations, as well as urban gateway cities. Hard Rock Hotels cater to the evolving and distinctive needs of today's cosmopolitan, modern travelers, who seek a reprieve from traditional, predictable properties, whether for business or leisure travel.

To book a vacation experience at any of the Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos, please visit www.hardrockhotels.com.

About Hard Rock International

With a total of 200 venues in 64 countries, including 154 cafes, 21 hotels and 10 casinos, Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally recognized companies. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world's greatest collection of music memorabilia, which is displayed at its locations around the globe. Hard Rock is also known for its collectible fashion and music-related merchandise, Hard Rock Live performance venues and an award-winning website. HRI owns the global trademark for all Hard Rock brands. The company owns, operates and franchises Cafes in iconic cities including London, New York, San Francisco, Sydney and Dubai. HRI also owns, licenses and/or manages hotel/casino properties worldwide. Destinations include the company's two most successful Hotel and Casino properties in Tampa and Hollywood, Fl., both owned and operated by HRI parent company The Seminole Tribe of Florida, as well as other exciting locations including Bali, Chicago, Cancun, Ibiza, Las Vegas, Macau and San Diego. Upcoming new Hard Rock Cafe locations include San Juan, Lagos and Busan, South Korea. New Hard Rock Hotel projects include Daytona Beach, Dubai, Los Cabos, Tenerife, Abu Dhabi, and Shenzhen and Haikou in China. For more information on Hard Rock International, visit www.hardrock.com.

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Harlem International Film Festival Celebrates 10th Anniversary September 2015

Harlem International Film Festival Celebrates 10th Anniversary September 2015

Global Films from Harlem to Hong Kong

Cash prizes over $10,000 and New Partnerships with The Cecil Restaurant and CinemaNow

HARLEM, N.Y., June 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- The Harlem International Film Festival (Hi) announces its 10(th) Anniversary hosted at The Cecil and Minton's as well as other notable Harlem venues, September 9-13. Hi is known for showcasing the art of global cinema while integrating the best attractions Harlem has to offer. The schedule and tickets will be announced in August.

Since 2005, Hi has bestowed over 300 awards including the annual Mira Nair Award for Rising Female Filmmaker. Events include the screenplay showdown, panel discussions, the Harlem Spotlight and the Renaissance Awards. Past recipients include Harlem's own Emmy award-winning Keith David, Oscar-winning actress Susan Sarandon, Oscar-nominated director Mira Nair and Mario Van Peebles.

This year, The Cecil and Minton's restaurants http://thececilharlem.com/presslinks/ will serve as the home of the Festival by hosting special events, with participation from owner Richard Parsons, restaurateur and executive chef Alexander Smalls, and Chef de Cuisine Joseph "JJ" Johnson. With a motto of "Less Hype, Stronger Cinema", the Festival is poised to continue nurturing relationships with filmmakers and building its presence through partnerships with visionary corporate leaders whose goals align with the interests of the Harlem community.

The Festival announces two new exciting opportunities: The Harlem Knight Film Award and the Documentary Film Completion Fund, generously provided by Damien M. Laudier. The Harlem Knight Film Award gives $500 to one local filmmaker submitting work in any genre. The Documentary Film Completion Fund awards filmmakers up to $10,000 in cash and prizes.

In 2014, the Festival had an audience of 2200+ and 92 films from 25 countries. It opened at Columbia University with the US premiere of CHILDREN OF THE LIGHT, the first film about the tremendous life of Desmond Tutu. The Hi Audience Award winner was produced by the Peace Jam organization nominated eight times for the Nobel Peace Prize.

Also new to partner with the Festival is CinemaNow (www.CinemaNow.com), a Los Angeles based video-on-demand provider who will present the "HionCinemaNow" landing page showcasing The Best of the Fest for the past ten years. CinemaNow is a pioneer in over-the-top (OTT) digital entertainment offering on-demand film and TV content from all major and independent studios. As a VOD platform CinemaNow allows consumers to purchase, rent and view film and TV content from a world class library of over 55,000 titles with an average of 150 new titles added weekly. Currently, CinemaNow is available on over 105 million devices across 350 different device models and has existing partnerships with major licensors including 20th Century Fox, Entertainment One, Lionsgate Entertainment, MGM, NBCUniversal, Paramount Pictures, Sony, Warner Bros., and The Walt Disney Company.

Visit: www.HarlemFilmFestival.org

Contact: info@HarlemFilmFestival.org

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Contact: Tracy Grant
(646) 279-6968

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Acorn International Regains Compliance With NYSE Continued Listing Standard for Minimum Share Price

Acorn International Regains Compliance With NYSE Continued Listing Standard for Minimum Share Price

SHANGHAI, June 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Acorn International, Inc. (NYSE: ATV) ("Acorn" or the "Company") today announced that as of June 1, 2015 it has regained compliance with the minimum share price criteria required by the New York Stock Exchange ("NYSE") for continued listing of the Company's American depositary shares ("ADS") (each representing three of Acorn's ordinary shares).

As previously disclosed, Acorn received a notice from the NYSE on March 19, 2015 that it was not in compliance with the NYSE continued listing standard requiring a listed security to maintain a minimum average closing price of US$1.00 per share over a consecutive 30-trading-day period.

In a recent letter, the NYSE notified Acorn that it had satisfied the NYSE's standard by virtue of the fact that as of June 1, 2015, both the closing price of Acorn's ADSs and the average closing ADS price over the preceding 30 consecutive trading days were in excess of the $1.00 minimum threshold required by the NYSE. As a result of this occurrence, Acorn has regained compliance with the relevant NYSE continued listing criteria within the prescribed time and the ADSs will continue to be traded on the NYSE, subject to Acorn's continued compliance with all applicable NYSE requirements.

Cautionary Statement Concerning Forward Looking Statements

This news release may include certain statements that are not descriptions of historical facts, but are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates" and similar statements. Forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any such statements. Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, uncertainties as to Acorn's ability meet the standards necessary to maintain its listing on the New York Stock Exchange or other stock exchange, including its ability to cure any non-compliance with such listing standards. Acorn does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.

About Acorn International, Inc.

Acorn is a marketing and branding company in China with a proven track record of developing, promoting and selling a diverse portfolio of proprietary-branded products, as well as products from established third parties. Acorn's direct-sales platforms include (a) call centers, through which Acorn directly markets consumer products to individual customers in China, (b) Internet and e-commerce channels, including sales conducted through Acorn's official website and leading third-party e-commerce platforms in China and (c) sales through product catalogs that are distributed together with other products purchased and shipped to Acorn's customers. In addition, Acorn also maintains a nationwide distribution network in China through which it distributes and sells a select number of products (including various Acorn proprietary-branded product lines). For more information, please visit http://ir.chinadrtv.com.



Contact:

Acorn International, Inc. Compass Investor Relations

Mr. Geoffrey Weiji Gao; Mr. Samuel Patterson Ms. Elaine Ketchmere, CFA

Phone: +86-21-5151-8888 Phone: +1-310-528-3031

Email: geoffrey.gao@chinadrtv.com ;
sam@chinadrtv.com Email: Eketchmere@compass-ir.com

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Lily The Unicorn, Produced by The Jim Henson Company and Based on the Book by Dallas Clayton, Debuts as Part of Amazon Studios' Kids Pilot Season

Lily The Unicorn, Produced by The Jim Henson Company and Based on the Book by Dallas Clayton, Debuts as Part of Amazon Studios' Kids Pilot Season

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., June 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Lily the Unicorn, the latest project from The Jim Henson Company, is now available for viewing and reviewing during Amazon Studios' kids pilot season, which commenced June 26, 2015. Lily the Unicorn is based on the hit children's book from acclaimed author and illustrator Dallas Clayton (The Awesome Book), and published by Harper Collins.

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During pilot season, Amazon customers can watch, rate and review for free this unique pilot episode about Lily, a young unicorn whose everyday adventures have a tendency to become whimsical at the drop of a hat. An outside-the-box thinker, Lily's goal is to show people how easy it is to be themselves! Lily the Unicorn is available for viewing via the Amazon Instant Video app for TV's, connected devices and mobile devices, or online at Amazon.com/AIV.

"Lily is the only unicorn she knows--she's one of a kind and proud of it--she's lively, creative, thoughtful and confident, and she possesses an extraordinary imagination that can take her and her friends anywhere," commented Lisa Henson, CEO, The Jim Henson Company. "This book was so inspiring with its positive themes and hilarious adventures, and with Lily's headstrong and independent character, it was easy to see how she could be developed from the page into an animated project that we anticipate will connect with older kids and anyone who loves great comedy or has ever felt alone."

"When I wrote the Lily the Unicorn book, I knew immediately that I wanted it to become an animated series," added Clayton. "This pilot reflects the themes of the book by showing that everyone is unique--and, like Lily, it's up to you to be the first you."

Clayton, creator of The Awesome Book series has been compared to Dr. Seuss in the simplicity yet power of the messages in his books. An initially self-published phenomenon featured in Google Chrome commercials and a Vans ad campaign, Clayton began his writing and illustrating career by creating a book about dreaming big for his son that resonated with millions worldwide.

In Lily the Unicorn, which targets children ages 6-11 and beyond, Lily is not only a remarkable, colorful, and comical gal--she is truly one-in-a-million. Her unique perspective and independent spirit can brighten up any situation and often leads her and her loyal friends into unexpected shenanigans. In Lily's world, anything is possible: A simple song she hums can go viral and top the charts. A quiet surprise picnic for her best buddy Roger can lead to a city-wide adventure featuring falafel waffles (yum) and a wise guru (of course). Lily the Unicorn puts a hilarious spin on everyday situations as Lily transforms even the most typical day into something extraordinary.

Created by Dallas Clayton, Lily the Unicorn is produced by The Jim Henson Company. Lisa Henson serves as Executive Producer with Halle Stanford, the Company's Executive Vice President of Children's Entertainment, and Clayton. Animation for the pilot was provided by Snipple.

About The Jim Henson Company

The Jim Henson Company has remained an established leader in family entertainment for over 50 years and is recognized worldwide as an innovator in puppetry, animatronics and digital animation. Best known as creators of the world famous Muppets, Henson has received over 50 Emmy Awards and nine Grammy Awards. Recent credits include the Emmy®-nominated Sid the Science Kid, Dinosaur Train, and Pajanimals, as well as the CG-animated preschool series Doozers. Features include Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day, as well as The Dark Crystal, Labyrinth, and MirrorMask. Television productions include Fraggle Rock, the sci-fi cult series Farscape, the reality competition, Jim Henson's Creature Shop Challenge, and Henson Alternative's No, You Shut Up! currently airing on Fusion.

With additional locations in New York and London, The Jim Henson Company is headquartered in Los Angeles on the historic Charlie Chaplin lot, complete with soundstage and postproduction facilities. The Company is home to Jim Henson's Creature Shop(TM), a pre-eminent character- building and visual effects group, as well as Henson Recording Studios, one of the music industry's top recording facilities.

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Yuneec International Adds the Power of 4K to the Typhoon Family of Drones

Yuneec International Adds the Power of 4K to the Typhoon Family of Drones

Perfect For the Beginner or the Experienced Flyer, Typhoon Q500 4K Offers Unmatched Smart Features for a Safe and Easy Flight

ONTARIO, Calif., June 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Yuneec International, the world leader in electric aviation, announced the launch of the Typhoon Q500 4K today. The newest member of the Typhoon family produces unparalleled 4K video quality and 12 megapixel still images while delivering Yuneec's standard of ready, easy and safe flight to consumers everywhere.

The Typhoon Q500 4K is an aerial and ground imaging solution, perfect for both skilled and beginner drone pilots and photographers. It offers up to 25-minutes of flight time while filming with its CGO3 4K camera. The unit comes ready to fly with a standard ST10+ Personal Ground Station featuring a 5.5-inch Android touchscreen display.

"We are very excited to be introducing one of the world's first 4K camera drones," said Tian Yu, chief executive officer of Yuneec International. "The Typhoon 4K has elicited the attention of everyone from professional cinematographers to techie geeks to those just discovering drone aviation. No matter the audience, Yuneec produces spectacular images and provides an unparalleled flying experience."

The 3-axis anti-vibration CGO3 gimbal camera and the optimized fixed focus lens capture smooth videos and crisp images which are stored to an internal memory card and streamed in real time to the ST10+ screen. In addition, all of the controls typically used by professionals are accessible from the ST10+ Personal Ground Station; video resolution and white balance can be adjusted. Additionally, light exposure, ISO and shutter speed can be controlled either automatically or manually making higher quality shots available instantly. The camera features a 115-degree wide-angle distortion-free lens, the ability to shoot slow motion video at 1080p 120 FPS and allows users to take pictures in RAW (DNG) and JPEG format while simultaneously recording video.

The Steady Grip handheld device ensures ground shots are as smooth as those taken from the air. The Steady Grip user is able to capture images, shoot videos and control the CGO3 gimbal camera all from the easily downloadable mobile app, CGO3.

The Typhoon 4K comes with several smart features built into the system, including Geo-fencing, Speed Control, Follow Me and Watch Me. The Q500 4K also maintains the Typhoon family's focus on safety with features like Dynamic Return Home, Low-Battery Return Home and FAA No Fly. The Typhoon Q500 4K system is available for the suggested retail price of $1299 USD. For more information, check out this video or visit www.yuneec.com.



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Samsung Canada Gear VR Innovator Edition for Galaxy S6 gets Canadians Closer to the Virtual Reality Revolution

Samsung Canada Gear VR Innovator Edition for Galaxy S6 gets Canadians Closer to the Virtual Reality Revolution

Samsung Canada Expands Wearable Category with Mobile Virtual Reality

MISSISSAUGA, ON, June 30, 2015 /CNW/ - Samsung Canada, today announced that the Gear VR Innovator Edition for Samsung Galaxy S6, compatible with both the Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge, is available for preorder now exclusively at BestBuy.ca, and will be available for purchase online at BestBuy.ca and in-store at Samsung Experience Stores' locations beginning Friday, July 17. Powered by Oculus, the latest Gear VR broadens the accessibility of mobile virtual reality and offers Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge users the opportunity to immerse themselves in new worlds and experiences.

"We are thrilled to bring our innovative Gear VR Innovator Edition for S6 to Canadian consumers," said Paul Brannen, Executive Vice President Mobile Solutions, Samsung Electronics Canada. "The availability of Gear VR confirms Samsung is committed to this new platform. Along with our great partners Oculus and Best Buy, we're excited to work with the developers, content creators, partners to lead the mobile VR revolution in Canada."

"It's exciting that Canada will now be able to experience amazing virtual reality through Best Buy next month," said Max Cohen, head of mobile at Oculus. "Oculus is fully dedicated to making great VR possible, and we're extremely proud of the Gear VR Innovator Edition for Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 edge. Whether consumers are interested in watching movies on the moon in Oculus Cinema, flying a jet pack in richly detailed worlds, or visiting far-off locations via 360 Photos, Gear VR makes it all possible."

Samsung's continued expansion of its wearable line of devices is bringing virtual reality to Canadians in an affordable and accessible way. The addition of Gear VR Innovator Edition for S6 to the Samsung lineup means that Samsung's latest premium and best-selling smartphones, Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge, can now be used as VR devices to get closer to immersive and captivating 360-degree content.


-- Immersive Viewing Experience: Featuring the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge
industry-best 577 ppi and Quad HD Super AMOLED(®) displays, users can
view videos, short films, games and other content on the Gear VR in
exquisite detail and with less pixilation. The 96 degree field of view
puts consumers front and centre with an immersive experience.
-- Intuitive Design: Size, straps, airflow and a built-in anti-fog system,
make the Gear VR convenient and comfortable to wear.
-- Extensive Content Library: The Oculus Store gives users easy access to
an ever-growing library of regularly updated VR content, including free
and premium games, apps and videos created exclusively for Gear VR such
as INSIDE THE BOX OF KURIOS(TM) - Cabinet of Curiosities a coproduction
between Cirque du Soleil Média and Felix & Paul Studios. This piece of
content takes viewers on a 9m57 (10 minute) extravaganza that will
immerse the user into Cirque du Soleil's most recent touring show
KURIOS(TM) - Cabinet of Curiosities.
Pricing and Availability

Canadians can preorder the Gear VR Innovator Edition for S6 now exclusively online at BestBuy.ca. The device will be available for purchase online at BestBuy.ca and in-store at Samsung Experience Stores' beginning Friday, July 17 for $249.99 (MSRP).

Samsung Gear VR Product Specifications:



Gear
VR Dimensions 196.1(W) x 98.5(L) x 82.8(H)

Innovator

Edition
for

Galaxy
S 6

and
S 6
edge
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Sensor Accelerator, Gyrometer, Proximity
(Mount/Unmount Detection),
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Motion
to
Photon
Latency <20ms
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Field of
View 96 degrees
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IPD
Coverage 54 ~ 70 mm (Fixed Lenses)
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Accessories Replaceable Face Form, Carrying Pouch,
Lens Cleaning Cloth
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Color Frost White
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Connectivity microUSB connection to the Galaxy S6
and S6 edge
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Read and follow warnings and instructions with the Headset before use. The Headset should be calibrated before each use. Not for use by children under 13. A virtual reality experience may trigger health reactions. See a doctor before use if you have a history of seizures. Stop use if you experience health reactions.

About Samsung Electronics Canada
Samsung Electronics Canada inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies, redefining the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, cameras, digital appliances and printers. Samsung globally is a leader in the Internet of Things space through, among others, our Smart Home initiative. In 2014, Samsung was ranked one of top 10 most influential brands in Canada, based on a study by Ipsos Reid. Committed to making a difference in communities across Canada, its Samsung Hope for Children corporate giving program supports children's education, sustainability and health-related issues. Globally, Samsung employs 307000 people across 84 countries with annual sales of $196 billion.

To discover more, please visit www.samsung.com.

Follow Samsung Canada at facebook.com/SamsungCanada or on Twitter @SamsungCanada

Samsung, Gear, Galaxy S, and Super AMOLED are all trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Other company names, product names and marks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners and may be trademarks or registered trademarks.

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CONTACT: Emily Getz, North Strategic on behalf of Samsung Canada, Tel: 647.466.2602, emily.getz@northstrategic.com

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Confederate Flag Controversy: New Audio Adventure Shows Unbiased View of Civil War

Confederate Flag Controversy: New Audio Adventure Shows Unbiased View of Civil War

Star-studded cast brings to life a Civil War story of Christian values: courage, honor and duty

CHICAGO, June 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- As the nation debates the true meaning of the Confederate Flag, a new audio program shows the Civil War from a unique, even impartial perspective: From the eyes of an unbiased Englishman.

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"With Lee in Virginia" is a 2½ hour active-listening adventure based on the historical writings of Englishman, G.A. Henty, who wanted to understand why America fought a war over slavery whereas his country abolished slavery peacefully. Geared for the homeschool and Christian marketplaces, the high-quality production features an all-star Hollywood cast including Kirk Cameron and Sean Astin.

"Just as Alexis de Tocqueville came to the new United States of America to understand freedom, G.A. Henty came from England to understand slavery and the true causes of Civil War in America. His story has not been told until now. In fact, it's the story almost no one has ever heard," said Bill Heid, executive producer of "With Lee In Virginia." His company, Heirloom Audio Productions, has produced several other audio dramas based on historical events and highlight Christian themes.

"It's a remarkable story about life in the South during the Civil War and it truly defies stereotyping. And it shows why almost everyone - on all sides - is wrong about the South and the Confederate Flag.

"History has been sanitized so much so that the original story simply doesn't ring true any more. We wanted to find what really happened and why. There's a lot more that went on than meets the eye, or what people today think," Heid said.


"It is a story about reconciliation and peace," he said. "We want families to realize that there are real Biblical solutions for living our lives. We're helping parents share a story of courage, honor and duty. And the truth is, this story is about building character in the next generation."

About the Story

Adapted from the book, "With Lee In Virginia," by G.A. Henty, 15-year old Vincent Wingfield finds himself in a thrilling adventure when he joins the cavalry of the Army of Northern Virginia. He is soon fighting alongside many of the most famous Confederate generals, including Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson and Robert E. Lee. General Lee's steadfast sense of duty and his dauntless devotion to God inspire Vincent to take a stand for his country and his fellow man that could save his life.

"This is an uplifting story of character, courage and honor. It is full of heroes that parents can use to teach their children the universal values of daring, determination and duty," Heid said. "We hope people who listen to the program will aspire to what Fredric Douglass said: 'It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men.' "


All-Star Cast

The cast includes Hollywood stars Sean Astin (Lord of the Rings), Chris Anthony (Adventures in Odyssey), Kelsey Lansdowne (Batman: Arkham Origins) and Kirk Cameron (Fireproof) and his son, James.

The original score is by Emmy award winning composer John Campbell.

To hear the cast talk about this exciting new Christian educational tool, go to WithLeeInVirginia.com.

About Active Listening Audio Adventures

Active Listening Audio Adventures keep the listener captivated with fast-moving, plot-rich stories and powerfully dynamic sound effects.

"Parents love audio adventures because they allow children to build their imaginations by letting them create their own visual images and mental movies," Heid said.

Heirloom Audio Productions and Christianity


"At Heirloom Audio Productions, we are passionate about bringing real history to life. This inevitably means a bit of detective work as we try to go beyond the superficial stereotypes in the story we're attempting to tell," Heid said.

"Our task is further complicated by the fact that so much of what passes for any type of history today has been rewritten by secularists, often beyond the point of historical recognition.

"That said, our passion and love of history takes us to some amazing places and allows us to do some pretty unusual things as we sort out the details of a sometimes murky past.

"Frankly, this is a lot of fun. But it's also serious business and we don't take what God has done for us in the past - our history - lightly or for granted," said Heid. "We feel God requires us to truly go the extra mile and take our audio dramas to a new level of excellence. Our mission is to engage our listener's imagination by taking them back in time and immersing them in the story."

For more information and to hear audio excerpts and learn about the cast and production of this audio adventure, go to WithLeeInVirginia.com.

Contact
Michael Foust
Email
815-259-0122
615-337-9904

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