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Sharing the music that grew up with the greatest generation

BURBANK, Calif. - August 15, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

JAZZ AT THE BALLROOM (JATB) comes to the Colony Theatre in Burbank to present "Accentuate the Positive," a performance of the unforgettable music from the Great American Songbook on Friday, Sept. 16 at 8:00 p.m.

Taking inspiration from Bing Crosby's 1944 hit song, "Accentuate the Positive," the performance celebrates the music that was the unofficial catalogue of tunes that kept Americans company through the highs and lows of the 1920s-1940s. Host and comedian, Dan Cronin, (The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien) shares the stage with bandleader Konrad Paszkduzki on piano, as well as Niki Haris ("The Big Voice" behind Madonna), Tony Desare (Downbeat's Rising Star Male Vocalist, Carnegie Hall, Birdland), Champian Fulton, (Jazz at Lincoln Center, Ronnie Scotts London), Lia Booth (Monterey Jazz Festival, Vibrato Grill Jazz), and LA's young, hip Lineage Trio (Seth McFarlane, Michael Bublé, Jeff Goldblum). Tickets are $35-50. Purchase tickets at www.atpshow.org

JAZZ AT THE BALLROOM is a Bay Area- based nonprofit committed to keeping swinging, classic jazz thriving, sharing the American Songbook with the greater public, and providing audiences with one-of-a-kind performances. Beyond their concerts, the organization works to introduce, teach, and explore this American art form through workshops, public events, and performances at schools, hospitals, and senior living communities. Through these efforts, they keep the unforgettable music alive in the community and foster a love of music in future generations.

DAN CRONIN is an Emmy-winning writer, comedian and actor/voiceover artist, known for his work on "The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien" (for which he received five Emmy nominations) as well as "Conan" and "Indigo Wisemen: In Their Own Words."

KONRAD PASZKUDZKI, the concert's pianist and bandleader, serves as Artistic Director of Jazz at the Ballroom. Originally from Perth, Australia, Konrad came to the U.S. for grad school at Miami's Frost School of Music and moved to New York to lead the house trio at 54 Below. In 2013, Konrad joined the John Pizzarelli Quartet. His 1000+ performances include such venues as New York's Café Carlyle, Bemelmans, Birdland, and Dizzy's; DC's Blues Alley, Montreal Jazz Festival, and LA's Walt Disney Concert Hall.

Media contact: Suzanne Roche at [email protected] (650) 868-0465 

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Jasmin Cadavid takes a turn from music to film and the internet approves

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - August 15, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

 "When celebrities Susan Kirkman and husband Jonathan Woods are persuaded by their manager and longtime friend to move to a remote location, paradise takes a very sinister turn."

Hit music and now film producer "CP Hollywood" and trending multitalented director Mark A Samuels, have shocked the world with their new movie trailer "Remote Location". The movie is not your classic bait and switch for paradise. Susan (played by Jasmin Cadavid, musician/influencer) and Johnathon (played by Thomas Rusley) find themselves being persuaded into what seems to be paradise. Upon arriving at their "Remote Location", they are greeted by stars that the world thought were dead or missing for years. 

The movie progresses into a sinister and mind-bending suspense, keeping those watching it, feeling like they are far from being in the driver's seat. Ronnie Hilman (played by CP Hollywood) sends that shady chill down spines as he plays the villain.

When asked about the role of Susan, Jasmin said, "I loved working on this movie. I got to play a smart, strong and empowering role. The role really allowed me to showcase my acting! The cast, crew and the energy that is a part of this trailer is amazing."

Thomas Rusley said, "Playing Johnathon in the Movie gave me the opportunity to display a different side of me. People know me as Rell from the movie, Murder Gardens. I love that, but I want people to know I'm a great, versatile actor who appreciates every opportunity I get 100%."

Lexi Delarosa (who plays Tania, the friend and manager of the couple in the movie) says, "It was fun. I feel like my part develops slowly and makes people question whether or not I am playing a sincere character with concern for my friends or if I am a manipulative businesswoman that is just a good actress, being played by an actress," as she laughed.

According to CP Hollywood, "What is making the internet go even crazier: Influencers are sharing the trailer, thousands of people have submitted to the contest, 460+ news outlets have picked up the trailer, streamed over 100,000 times collectively and has been posted on WorldStar. It is also gaining attention on IMDB and has over 4,000 content engagements".

In theaters 2023, the movie was independently produced and is in the end stages of production. 

Credits 

Starring: Jasmin Cadavid, Thomas Rusley, Andrew Liebenhaut aka CP Hollywood and Lexi Delarosa 

Voiceovers - Fever Faye

Directed By: Mark A Samuels via MBS Media Group 

Written By: CP Hollywood aka Andrew Liebenhaut

Executive Produced By: @cphollywood954 CP Hollywood Productions via Purple Star Studios 

Screenplay By: Mark A Samuels

Edited By: Mark A Samuels

Movie Release 2023

For all inquiries related to the movie, contact [email protected]

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Original Source: Purple Star Studios' Remote Location Movie Trailer Has the Internet Snowballing Into a Frenzy

Recent release "Son of a Sandstorm" from Covenant Books author Ray Burrus is a captivating memoir inspired by letters he shared with his college age daughter that shared of his travels and experiences. Sharing intriguing insights he learned along the way, Burrus seems to have cracked the code of time versus money.

DALLAS - August 15, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

Ray Burrus, a retired international sales executive and proud family patriarch, has completed his new book, "Son of a Sandstorm":  a captivating memoir of his life and travels.

Burrus shares, "Son of a Sandstorm is a memoire about the early life of Raymond Burrus. When his daughter went away to college, they agreed to write to each other each week. As the letters progressed, he used his journals from his travels and started writing her his life story up to age twenty-seven. Those eighty letters became the genesis for this book.

Raymond served four years as an officer in the army. Upon his return from Vietnam, he decided to see more of the world, so he bought a one-way ticket to Frankfurt and traveled in twenty-seven countries in Europe and thirteen countries in Africa. He took a boat from Barcelona to Alexandria, Egypt, and then traveled overland to Cape Town, the length of Africa. He did all this travel over eighteen months and spent less than seven thousand dollars. He learned that there's an inverse relationship between time and money: if you need to be in Paris tomorrow for breakfast, you can do it, but it will cost you plenty; on the other hand, if you have infinite time to get to Paris, you can probably get there for free.

He gained many insights about life, travel, and the people he met along the way, which he shares in the book."

Published by Covenant Books of Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, Ray Burrus's new book shares tidbits he has gained throughout his life of travel and what he learned from the people he met along the way.  Perhaps his most valuable lesson is that or the correlation between time and money.

Readers can purchase "Son of a Sandstorm" at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes store, Amazon or Barnes & Noble.

Covenant Books is an international Christian owned and operated publishing house based in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. Covenant Books specializes in all genres of work which appeal to the Christian market. For additional information or media inquiries, contact Covenant Books at 843-507-8373.   

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Original Source: Author Ray Burrus's New Book, 'Son of a Sandstorm', is a Personal Memoir of His Life and Travels Along With the Insights He Learned Along the Way

Recent release "HELLO…. WILL YOU…. I DO: A LOVE STORY: HIS AND HER VIEW" from Covenant Books authors Kyles and Tiffarah Hawkins is an inspiring story of love and passion between two people living distant and separate lives that beat the odds to unite together and who continue to choose one another every day.

LONG BEACH, Calif. - August 15, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

Kyles and Tiffarah Hawkins, a married duo and proud parents to four amazing children, have completed their new book, "HELLO…. WILL YOU…. I DO: A LOVE STORY: HIS AND HER VIEW":  an encouraging and inspiring story of love and marriage.

The Hawkins' share, "Do you believe in love at first sight or lust at first sight? Kyles and Tiffarah had these same feelings when they met. A physical connection without a true ending. Both looking for love in all the wrong places with the wrong people.

As time grew, Kyles and Tiffarah found a way to find true love in each other. Despite the marriages, past relationships, kids, and any other obstacles that were thrown their way, Kyles and Tiffarah remained a sure foundation in their daily lives to prove to themselves that they could stand the test of time.

Both living two separate lives, Kyles and Tiffarah found a way to love each other despite the distance. It was important to them to put forth their best effort in order for this to work.

A "hello" was the introduction. "Will you?" become a reality. "I do" was God ordained."

Published by Covenant Books of Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, Kyles and Tiffarah Hawkins' new book sheds light on their journey to happily married through the trials of a long distance relationship and all of the obstacles they faced.  Though times were difficult to navigate, their love persevered.

Readers can purchase "HELLO…. WILL YOU…. I DO: A LOVE STORY: HIS AND HER VIEW" at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes store, Amazon or Barnes and Noble.

Covenant Books is an international Christian owned and operated publishing house based in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. Covenant Books specializes in all genres of work which appeal to the Christian market. For additional information or media inquiries, contact Covenant Books at 843-507-8373.   

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Original Source: Authors Kyles and Tiffarah Hawkins' New Book, 'HELLO…. WILL YOU…. I DO: A LOVE STORY: HIS AND HER VIEW' is a Moving Love Story

Recent release "Mary's Story" from Covenant Books author Ron Francis is a spiritual tale sharing the untold story of Jesus' childhood from a new perspective of his mother, Mary. With his father and uncle influencing his early days, Jesus was taught to love and nurture his flock and practiced this same care with his disciples in his later years.

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho - August 15, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

Ron Francis, an Idaho native and proud family patriarch who formally served as a volunteer police chaplain, has completed his new book, "Mary's Story": a new take on the story of Jesus through the eyes of his mother.

Francis shares, "Mary's Story tells about the remarkable early years and life of Jesus as only a mother can tell. Growing up, Jesus had the best two men in all of Galilee as His earthly mentors. Joseph, His father, taught Him in the ways of the carpenter and about life and always going the extra mile for others. Joseph built Jesus His own set of carpenter tools, and Mary loved to watch as Joseph would take Jesus's tiny little hand in his to guide Him and help Him to learn to cut straight true lines. Ramir, Joseph's brother, taught Jesus in the ways of the shepherd, as well as to appreciate all of God's creations. Ramir helped Jesus acquire His own little flock of sheep, beginning with Beelah, His first lamb and the bell sheep of His flock. Eventually, Narly, Shekel, Jasper, and Jasmine were added to Jesus's flock."

Published by Covenant Books of Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, Ron Francis's new book shares the childhood adventures of Jesus as shared from the perspective of his mother, Mary, through the day he was crucified, when the sheep who knew his kindness best mourned his loss.

Readers can purchase "Mary's Story" at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes store, Amazon or Barnes & Noble.

Covenant Books is an international Christian owned and operated publishing house based in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. Covenant Books specializes in all genres of work which appeal to the Christian market. For additional information or media inquiries, contact Covenant Books at 843-507-8373.   

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Original Source: Author Ron Francis's New Book, 'Mary's Story' is a Faith-Based Fiction Telling the Story of Jesus From Mary's Perspective of Motherly Love