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Wednesday, 31 January 2007
Even shark attack victims have to get back in the saddle

Promising Surfer, Shark-Attack Victim and Bestselling Christian Author Details Her Return to the Water in New Documentary From Walking On Water Films

 

'Heart of a Soul Surfer' Set to Premiere in Southern California on Feb. 9; Trailer Available at WalkingOnWater.com

 

SAN DIEGO, Jan. 31, 2007 -- Bethany Hamilton, a 13-year-old girl poised to have a successful surfing career, lost her arm to a 14-foot tiger shark on Oct. 31, 2003.

 

Yet the attack didn't stop the determined Soul Surfer from giving up and turning her back on surfing. Instead, the attack compelled her to discover her purpose in life as she overcame the loss of her arm and began riding waves just three weeks later.

 

The documentary "Heart of a Soul Surfer" - which is being released by the San Diego-based Christian surf film company Walking On Water - features exclusive footage of Hamilton surfing and with her family both before and after the attack, including Hamilton's first attempts at surfing with one arm and winning the 2005 NSSA National Surfing Championship just 19 months after the attack.

 

The documentary is a powerful story told from the heart of a young woman with great passion and dedication to God, said Mike Doyle, Walking On Water's director of outreach. The documentary, he said, digs deep into the heart of Hamilton's abiding faith in God, and tackles difficult questions such as, "Why does God allow bad things to happen in our lives?"

 

Since her attack, Hamilton has become an international celebrity and appeared on national news shows such as Oprah and The Today Show. She has also authored a bestselling book, "Soul Surfer: A True Story of Faith, Family, and Fighting to Get Back on the Board."

 

"Bethany is really an inspiration to anyone who's facing adversity or questioning the power of faith in their lives," Doyle said. "She's basically taken an event that could've easily ruined someone and used her faith and strong spirit to grow from it and help others."

 

Hamilton will be in Southern California from Feb. 9 to 11

for special guest appearances at the premieres of her new

documentary:

 

- Feb. 9th in Huntington Beach, Calif., at the Pierside Surf City 6 Cinemas at 7 and 9 p.m.; for more information, visit http://www.christiansurfershb.com

 

- Feb. 10th at Mariners Church in Irvine, Calif., at 5 p.m.; for more information, visit http://www.marinerschurch.org/hs

 

- Feb. 11th at Maranatha Church in San Diego at 6:00 p.m.;

for more information, visit http://www.maranthachapel.org

 

To see a trailer of the film or for more information, visit Walking On Water's website at http://www.walkingonwater.com

 

About Walking On Water

 

Walking On Water is a Christian non-profit organization dedicated to sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Professional surfer Bryan Jennings started Walking On Water in 1995 with the vision to use his surfing abilities to share his faith with young people. What started as a small surf camp of ten students has grown into a worldwide ministry reaching thousands of people through surf camps and surf films. http://www.walkingonwater.com

Bethany Hamilton, shark attack survivor

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movies, sports, entertainment

MEA Digital Launches Redesigned Website for Freedom Writers Foundation in Wake of Blockbuster Movie Release

San Diego, CA (PRWeb) January 31, 2007 -- MEA Digital, http://www.meadigital.com, an interactive marketing strategy and services firm, today announced the launch of FreedomWritersFoundation.org, a website dedicated to promoting acceptance and innovative teaching methods in classrooms across the country. The launch coincides with the release of the major motion picture Freedom Writers, starring Hillary Swank, which tells the true story of heroism, humanity, and triumph on the big screen.

"This redesign was unique in that our strategy had very little to do with traditional marketing goals such as re-branding or increasing sales," said David Herscott, President of MEA Digital. "Our main objective was to inspire. From design to imagery to copy this website had to be authentic. When the Broadway lights dim it will be the single destination where users can read about the heartwarming story of the Freedom Writers and how Erin Gruwell's teaching methods can impact a school and community for the better."

In the coming months, according to Herscott, you can expect to see more rich content, additional resources for teachers, and maybe most impressive, Freedom Writers Central - an interactive hangout for kids where social networking will play a central role.

Inspired by Room 203, where the ideals of the Freedom Writers were born, Freedom Writers Central will be exclusive to students and allow them to interact with one another. "It has the potential to be something truly special," added Herscott. "They'll be able to discuss anything from the pangs of long homework assignments to dreams of a better life."

About MEA Digital

MEA Digital is a top fifty interactive marketing strategy and services firm based in San Diego, CA. It is focused on providing clients with extraordinary results through the design and development of innovative web applications, online advertising, lead generation and retention programs. MEA Digital's services feature award-winning creative, web media, search marketing, email marketing/eCRM, and campaign analytics. We are proud to work with each and every one of our clients including Toshiba, Oakley, Mitsubishi, Odyssey Golf, Kyocera Wireless, Openwave, and Chopra Enterprises, among others. For information, visit http://www.meadigital.com.

About The Freedom Writers Foundation
Erin Gruwell and the Freedom Writers established the Freedom Writers Foundation in 1997. Since then, she has shared her teaching methods with educators in an effort to replicate the Freedom Writers' success in classrooms across the country. The Foundation has encouraged, inspired, and motivated thousands of teachers and students with the same methods Erin used with the Freedom Writers in Room 203. The Foundation trains teachers and provides scholarships for deserving students with a key metric as a clear indicator of success - the reduction of high school drop-out rates. This epidemic is recognized by government leaders, major foundations, and educational institutions. Using the Freedom Writers Method, the Foundation is actively addressing the situation with proven results in cities across the country. Erin's students graduated from high school and more students at schools throughout the country are graduating in higher numbers due to the innovative teaching methods taught at the Freedom Writers Institute. For more information about the Freedom Writers Foundation, visit http://www.freedomwritersfoundation.org.

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New Land Music Inks Exclusive Distribution Deal With Recording Artist Tina Malia

Recording artist Tina Malia

Calabasas, CA (PRWeb) February 1, 2007 -- New Land Music is proud to announce they have signed a two-year distribution deal with multi talented Amida Records recording artist Tina Malia for her newest release The Silent Awakening. The San Francisco Bay area singer/songwriter was an obvious choice for New Land Music as they embark on new distribution projects after acquiring Backroads Music, a leading Independent music distributor, late last year.

"Lloyd Barde introduced Tina and her music to us all at New Land Music in September 0f 2006. We instantly recognized her as a singer songwriter of quality. Her vocals are quite simply wonderful. Tina is a graceful and beautiful young woman that embodies our mantra 'good music from good citizens.' We are honored to be working with such a refreshing talent." - Kelvyn Evans, CEO New Land Music

A trained classical pianist, Malia earned her position in the pantheon of major music artists with her 2001 debut album Shores of Avalon, a creation of original material and multidimensional soundscapes that earned her rave reviews. In 2005 she released Jaya Bhagavan, a landmark and innovative collection of Sanskrit chants that smoothly transitions Malia's instrumental abilities.

Malia's most comprehensive release to date, The Silent Awakening, is an inspirational and enchanting work of original material that captures emotional sensibilities with her multi-faceted voice and classical ambience.

"I am excited about the prospect of a new company with a fresh start and fresh look on the music business. Because they are artists themselves, they genuinely are interested in the idea of the artist and distributor working together." - Tina Malia

New Land Music, an independent record label, prides itself on launching artists whose talents set them among the high ranks of independent music. New Land Music is also at the vanguard of identifying and developing new artists and new music genres, which is evident by its leading role and commitment to the unparalleled success of their artists. While the musical goals of Backroads Music and New Land Music will overlap synergistically in some areas, they will remain separate artistic entities.

The company's partners are seasoned executives and musicians that bring decades of experience in the music industry. Their insight and innovation will provide backbone to bring multi-genre of talent to the consumer. New Land Music includes veterans, Adam Werner, Founder & President (renowned guitarist), Kelvyn Evans, CEO (22 years marketing and business development & accomplished musician), Will Ackerman, Executive Vice President (founder of Windham Hill, Grammy Award winning musician, and Gold/Platinum record producer) and Giulio Proietto, Senior Vice President & CFO (over 16 years in the music industry including Sr. VP Finance and Business Affairs for Private Music, Windham Hill Group and VP Finance for EMI Music Distribution).

New Land Music is based in Calabasas, CA with offices in Hawaii and Vermont. Backroads Music is based in Corte Madera, CA.

For more information on Tina Malia visit: www.tinamalia.com

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Get her off your back by distracting her with food!

Top 25 Foods To Eat Before You Die: 'Dining at 12 Super Tables That Really Make Your Relationships Healthier And More Romantic'

12 New Unique Tables for Dining that builds relationships while breaking bread together, to reach your desired objective.

Houston, TX (PRWeb) January 31, 2007 -- Not many books on relationships can claim to be sexy as well as functional and written by a chef. Its Only Dinner "Dining for Love Romance & Relationships" introduces 12 New Tables for Dining and Building relations in a classy, entertaining informative manner, with more than 30 New behavioral tips, and the Top 25 foods to eat at each table.

While each table is marked by extraordinary choices and unforgettable moments, Chef and Author Rone De Beauvoir offers a precise Dining Formula for creating the relationships you want while breaking bread together at each table.

The 12 Tables, known as the "Tables of Life" each have been named to represent one of the 12 disciples and the 12 main issues we all face in life. For each table the Author recommends the specific cuisine with purported aphrodisiac qualities, flowers, wine, table setting and conversation for each table. The history, lore and other musings of each table are also introduced, along with a selection of related recipes for each table designed for bonding, healing and restoration in relationships.

Additional unique tips, features and secrets:

1. 7 Habits That Destroy Relationships
2. Why Dating and Building Relations Is Like Sushi
3. 16 Styles of Distorted Thinking That Destroy Relationships
4. Top 10 Foods You Should Never Eat On the First Few Dates
5. Top 3 Phrases that Destroy Relationships
6. Top 25 Foods To Eat Before You Die

Its Only Dinner "Dining for Love Romance & Relationships" is scheduled for international release February 12, 2007 and is distributed by Baker & Taylor to retailers everywhere and Amazon.com
Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or sample, or interview with the author contact Susie Thompson.

About the Author

Rone De Beauvoir is an Executive Chef, Author, and Caterer Owner whom provides Destination Catering Services in various countries around the world. She has lived in 22 countries and recently founded the KID-CAN Foundation, which provides Free Flight Support on Private Jets to children with cancer, to a medical facility for treatment. She is also the Author of Decadent Meals and Desserts "How to Conjure Up Love with Aphrodisiacs."

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Tuesday, 30 January 2007
How to inspire despair in others!

An Outspoken Author Unleashes A 'Ruthless' Second Book, With No Hope of Inspiring Others

Speaker and consultant Aaron McNaught, author of 'Ruthless Words: Unsentimental Quotations From The World's Wisdom Sources', offers contrary points of view as an alternative to the 'Chicken Soup' mentality.

Red Deer, Alberta (PRWeb) January 29, 2007 -- When Aaron McNaught, author of the new book 'Ruthless Words: Unsentimental Quotations From The World's Wisdom Sources', set out to discover the source of his own suffering almost 16 years ago, he found that true life exploration has little to do with feel-good stories, pleasantries and nice-isms. In fact, he suggests that our answers often lay in the exact opposite direction.

While McNaught declines outright rejection of most approaches to personal and professional development, he suggests that many are laden with fluffy delusions and new-age hokiness. Says McNaught, "Many people would rather have a band aid fix that feels good, rather than hear the painful truth. We are a society that promotes illusions. The truth hurts, and disillusionment is one of the biggest precursors to healing, growth and wisdom."

Quoting sources as diverse as Albert Einstein, Oscar Wilde, Isaac Asimov, Carl Sagan, The Dali Lama, Mahatma Gandhi, Albert Camus, Mark Twain, Homer Simpson and numerous Eastern and Western mystics, politicians and philosophers, Ruthless Words is a compendium that pulls no punches in its commentary on society, humanity and the world.

Interspersed throughout the book are short essays written by McNaught, on topics such as beliefs, life, death, freedom and suffering, as well as his own, hard won understandings and perspectives.

McNaught claims that in his explorations, many of the great teachers and lessons he has encountered had a decidedly harsh, uncompromising and ruthless flavor to them. Says McNaught, "The Chicken Soup For The Soul phenomenon says very little about deep wisdom or reality. Mass consumption does not equal profundity, and while comfort and consolation are at times desirable, they are seldom transformative and often detrimental. I put this book together to address those views and have found it incredibly well received."

'Ruthless Words: Unsentimental Quotations From The World's Wisdom Sources.' (Jan 2007 * Self-Help* ISBN 0-9781324-1-6) is available through the author's website: http://www.wakinguptolife.com

About the author:
Aaron McNaught is the owner of Aaron McNaught Education/Consultations, an Alberta based business providing seminars, workshops and consultations to individuals and businesses interested in going far beyond average personal and professional development.

Aaron lives in Red Deer, Alberta, Canada. He has also recently released, 'Waking Up to Life! The Art & Skill of Awakened Attention'.

Contact:
Aaron McNaught, author
'Ruthless Words: Unsentimental Quotations From The World's Wisdom Sources.'
http://www.wakinguptolife.com

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Free Bollywood Movies!

Bollywood.tv Exclusively Presents the Movies of Shilpa Shetty Free Online

Bollywood.tv is proud to present Shilpa Shetty movies for free. One of the world's most beautiful and illustrious Bollywood actresses and now winner of Channel 4's hugely controversial Big Brother, Shilpa is also the star of some of Bollywood's finest movies to date.

London, UK (PRWeb), January 30, 2007 -- At the online home of Bollywood movies -- Bollywood.tv -- we are proud to be giving visitors from around the world the chance to watch four of Shilpa's most famous movies for free. With her dramatic and significant recent contribution to the profile of Bollywood, we have decided to put her movies online for all to see, free of charge, giving everyone the chance to watch her in action and see what made her famous before the reality TV show. Visitors simply need to quickly register for free to watch Shilpa's movies exclusively on Bollywood.tv.

Available to watch on Bollywood.tv today are some platinum performances including her hugely successful debut feature with Shah Rukh Khan 'Baazigar', the award-winning 'Main Khiladi Tu Anari', intense crime thriller 'Hathyar' and 'Rishtey' for which she was nominated for a Best Supporting Actress Award at the Indian Oscars, Filmfare.

Bollywood is the most prolific movie industry in the world making some 2,000 movies each year and generating revenues of $1.75bn in 2006, set to double by 2010. The Indian diaspora is some 25million strong and passionate about Bollywood ensuring the overseas market continues to grow. Bollywood.tv is serving this global market via the Internet.

Bollywood.tv is the world's longest established and leading global on-demand Bollywood movie channel, offering the best in movies, songs, soaps and behind the scenes interviews with Bollywood's leading stars. Movies and videos are uniquely delivered globally on the Internet in full-screen, high resolution digital video in Windows Media Player. Customers around the world can watch movies on-demand from just $1.99 or get unlimited access from $16.95 per month. There are over 2,000 free music videos, interviews, and programmes and the catalogue is continuing to grow.

Bollywood.tv - as passionate about Bollywood as we are about our customers.

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Comedian, Radio Personality and Actor J. Anthony Brown Pan African Film Festival Film Short 'Tambourine Man'

Los Angeles, CA (PRWeb) January 28, 2007 -- Comedian, Actor and Radio Personality of The Tom Joyner Morning Show, J. Anthony Brown can now add filmmaker, director & producer to his long list of Hollywood credits. The Columbia, South Carolina native who now resides in Los Angeles, California submitted his documentary film short entitled "Tambourine Man" to the Pan African Film Festival where thousands will have the opportunity to screen the short at the AMC Magic Johnson Theatres in the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza (3650 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd) Los Angeles, CA on Saturday, February 10, 2007 at 3:35pm and Tuesday, February 13, 2007 at 5:35pm.

Tambourine Man, a documentary by filmmaker J. Anthony Brown gives credit to an unsung hero, Jack "Blackjack" Ashford. He was the acclaimed tambourine player for the Funk Brothers. Their sound defined Motown in the 60's and 70's, he played on most of the Motown hits. The documentary follows the next generation of tambourine player, Willie Clifford who is dedicated on carrying on his tradition.

J. Anthony Brown is no stranger to directing, writing & producing his own comedy shorts. He's been producing comedy shorts through his production company, Watchoutdehnow Productions along with his producing teams Ye Ye Productions and Film Captive Productions. His hilarious comedy shorts such as "Phonestar," "Chief Cow," and "Eaters" have been seen throughout the country debuting on the Tom Joyner Sky Show, which aired through TV ONE network and the Tom Joyner Variety Show, which aired on the ABC network. His fans also get a special dose of these comedy shorts right before his many comedy performances.

For more information on the documentary and festival events please visit www.paff.org

For more information on J. Anthony Brown and Watchoutdehnow Productions or to schedule an interview please contact
Danielle Smith at (323) 932-1483

About Watchoutdehnow Productions
Watchoutdehnow Productions is a comedy production company owned and operated by comedian, radio personality and actor J. Anthony Brown

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Yes, even those rejects are better than the average person

Failure Experts Claim Rejected American Idol Contestants are More Successful than Most Americans

Richard Fenton and Andrea Waltz are owners of Courage Crafters, Inc. and "failure experts" that teach individuals and organizations how to be more successful by increasing their failure rate. And that, says the pair, is why even rejected Idol contestants are a step ahead of most Americans. "At least they're out there giving it a shot, talent or not, while most people are simply watching from the sidelines."

Vancouver, WA (PRWeb) January 30, 2007 -- This bold statement comes from authors Richard Fenton & Andrea Waltz of Courage Crafters, Inc., who travel the country delivering workshops that teach individuals and organizations how to be more successful by increasing their failure rate. And that, says the pair, is why even rejected Idol contestants are a step ahead of most Americans. "At least they're out there giving it a shot, talent or not, while most people are lying on their sofas simply watching from the sidelines."

But what about the fact that these people can't sing or dance? "Talent," says Fenton, "is highly overrated. In most cases it's the willingness to face rejection and keep going that determines the level of success you'll achieve." And Waltz agrees. "Increasing your failure rate is the single greatest success strategy a person can employ. In short, if you can fail, you can succeed!"

Idol contestant Thomas Daniels of Seattle is the perfect example of their premise. Daniels, auditioning for the third time after sleeping behind a row of dumpsters the night before, was finally sent through to the next round. "What if Thomas had quit after getting the first or second no?" Fenton is quick to ask. "He sure wouldn't be on his way to Hollywood." The pair point to the interchange between the judges during Daniels' audition. When asked by Randy why he was back for a third time, Daniels said that maybe the third time would be a charm. When Randy responded, "Or three times and you're out," Paula chided him, saying: "Randy, if we'd quit after our third NO, we wouldn't be sitting here!"

Fenton & Waltz say Paula has got it right, whether it's competing on a variety show, selling a product or starting a business. "What you see on American Idol is representative of what it takes to succeed in any area of life," says Waltz. "Failure is simply a stepping stone on the path to success."

The core of Fenton & Waltz's failure philosophy is found in their book, "Go for No! The Ultimate Strategy for Failing Your Way to Success!" available through their website http://www.GoForNo.com. To Interview Richard Fenton & Andrea Waltz (The Courage Crafters) call 800-290-5028.

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Hear What Caused a Woman to Stop Working with Atlantic and Roc-A-Fella Records, Def Jam and Quincy Jones

(PRWeb) January 28, 2007 -- Why would Georgia Woodbine, a woman who has worked with Quincy Jones, Roc-A-Fella, Atlantic, Def Jam and PolyGram records, leave the world of mega stars to devote her time to writing, teaching and community? What would cause her to turn her back on fortune and fame and take a completely different path? Georgia sits down with CBK's Denise Turney, host of the premiere radio program Off The Shelf, and discusses these and other pertinent topics during her exclusive one-hour interview that airs January 30 at www.blakeradio.com.

During the feature, Turney, known for her penetrating and intuitive approach, asks Georgia why she walked away from a world of mega bucks, celebrity and musical acclaim. "I was chasing my success," Georgia admits. "I attended all the major events. I worked hard." In fact, Georgia churned on all cylinders, even to the point of distancing herself from some very important personal relationships. After a certain point, Georgia tells Turney that she had to stop and look at what she was doing. It was this introspection that caused Georgia to pen the book How To Make Big Bucks Without Selling Your Soul. After Georgia became a writer, she went from chasing fortune and fame, to creating her business, Spiritual Focus Publishing in order to teach others how to make money as well as live a joyous and blessed life instead of a life of high stress and constant grind. If one didn't know better, chunks of Georgia's life seem to support the less than admirable traits Anne Hathaway and Meryl Streep dress up in The Devil Wears Prada. About this Georgia is not reticent. She says that she has learned that it really is possible to be successful without losing yourself, without making sacrifices that take you away, piece by piece, from who you really are.
   
Off The Shelf's founder and host, Denise Turney, is the author of the new book Long Walk Up, a book that tells the story of a young girl's triumphant journey from abject poverty. Long Walk Up will be in stores March 2007.

To catch into the exclusive interview with Georgia Woodbine, tune into CBK's Off The Shelf (www.blakeradio.com) on January 30.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 28, 2007
Contact: Rhonda Campbell
http://www.chistell.com
(215) 245-6222

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Hip Hop Weekly's Second Issue Hits Stands; Magazine Features Stories on R&B Power Couple Whitney and Ray J, 'Flavor of Love' Star Pumpkin and Nick Cannon's New Major Film Role

Hip Hop Weekly magazine, the new glossy celebrity weekly from the founders of the pioneering hip hop magazine, The Source, Dave Mays and Raymond "Benzino" Scott, hits stands with its second glossy national issue this week.

New York, NY (PRWeb) January 28, 2007 -- Hip Hop Weekly magazine, the new glossy celebrity weekly from the founders of the pioneering hip hop magazine, The Source, Dave Mays and Raymond "Benzino" Scott, hits stands with its second glossy national issue this week. After breaking the story in the last issue, in this issue Hip Hop Weekly catches new power couple R&B superstar Whitney Houston and singer Brandy's little brother Ray J out to dinner in Los Angeles. Flavor of Love star and America's favorite loser, New York, has her own VH1 reality series, I Love New York. Hip Hop Weekly enlisted arch rival and former Flava Flav fave Pumkin to give New York her picks of the hottest I Love New York contestants. Hip Hop Weekly also catches up to Nick Cannon for an exclusive interview on the stars transition from Nickelodeon to MTV to serious dramatic roles like starring n the film "Bobby" alongside Laurence Fishburn, Sir Anthony Hopkins and Sharon Stone and also goes back stage at the Golden Globes with Jennifer Hudson, Jennifer Lopez, Beyonce, Jay Z and Diddy.

Hip Hop Weekly is now published every two weeks in its new glossy format and is available nationally at stores such as 7Eleven, Walgreen's, Rite Aid, Kmart, Pathmark and Walmart, as well as airport magazine retailers and magazine outlets in the UK and Canada. The magazine covers celebrity news, music, film, TV, fashion and sports from the perspective of the tens of millions of young Americans who identify with hip hop culture.

Hip Hop Weekly co-founders, Dave Mays and Raymond "Benzino" Scott have more than 18 years experience in publishing, having created The Source magazine--the first magazine/multi-media outlet to focus solely on hip hop--from Mays's dorm room at Harvard University in 1988. Hip Hop Weekly is their newest venture and will begin publishing weekly in June.

The debut glossy issue hit stands nationally the week of January 8th and featured breaking hip hop news on Whitney Houston's new love interest, Ray J, who most know as singer Brandy's little brother and the star of the UPN/My Network sitcom "One on One." Former Hot 97 New York radio host Sunny contributed "The Belly of The Beats," a regular column which featured Raekwon the Chef's special recipe for baked salmon. Marc Laidler, founder of 310 Motoring, the leading custom auto shop frequented by top urban celebrities, featured in his column "310 Whips," a look at T.I.'s custom Bentley GT this week.

Hip Hop Weekly's editorial staff includes journalism veterans Chris Wilder, former editor of The Source Sports, who serves as Hip Hop Weekly's Managing Editor, and Cynthia Horner, former editor of

Right On! Magazine. who each have more than 15 years experience in journalism.

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No shortage of jackasses in new "extreme" web version.

Leading Video Website Destination Exclusively Features Jackass Style Videos

A leading video site, Vidmax.com, today announced an exclusive line of jackass style videos, taking crazy videos to a whole new level. Vidmax.com features real life amateur videos of such crazy stunts as eating dog food, a man drilling screws into his arm, another guy sewing his lips shut, and much more.

(PRWeb) January 29, 2007 -- A leading video site, Vidmax.com, today announced an exclusive line of jackass style videos, taking crazy videos to a whole new level. Vidmax.com features real life amateur videos of such crazy stunts as eating dog food, a man drilling screws into his arm, another guy sewing his lips shut, and much more.

"Based on member input, we've added this exclusive line of jackass style videos. These crazy stunt video clips are insane and the guys who have created them are fearless" said CEO, Erik Barath. "Vidmax brings extreme videos to the mainstream."

Vidmax has tapped into an underground movement that is invisible to the mainstream world. There are many individuals out there in the world that are willing to put themselves through anything to make an impact and they have found a home at Vidmax. Vidmax also has a huge collection of X-treme video sports clips and intense battle videos from the frontline in Iraq.

About Vidmax.com
Vidmax.com is a video destination site designed to allow users to upload and view videos from all over the world. Users can rate the videos and create collections of their favorite videos right on the site. Visit Vidmax online at http://www.vidmax.com.

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Win money for mad gangsta skillz!

ModernBeats.com Announces Hip Hop Beat Contest

ModernBeats.com announces Hip Hop Beat Contest with a $1,350 total in cash prizes up for grabs.

(PRWeb) January 30, 2007 -- ModernBeats (www.modernbeats.com) library users now have a chance to show the Hip Hop music world what they're made of. The best sounding, most original, professionally produced hip hop beat/song wins. All you have to do is submit one of your original songs created using 1 or more of your ModernBeats Soundset/Loopset libraries and you're in. Last day to enter the contest is March 1, 2007. Winners will be posted on the
ModernBeats.com website. Contest song genres accepted include: Hip Hop, Urban, Bounce, Crunk, Dirty South, R&B, and Pop with a hip hop edge.

Prizes include:
GRAND PRIZE (1 winner): $1,000 USD
2ND PLACE PRIZE (1 winner): $250 USD
3RD PLACE PRIZE (1 winner): $100 USD

www.modernbeats.com

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