Latest press releases in Arts and Entertainment

Climb aboard the Pain Train!
15 stations have jumped on what has been described as “what rock ‘n’ roll is all about!”

Debut Novel: Redemption by Wayne Sharrocks
'Redemption', Wayne's debut novel, which was nominated for both The Guardian First Book Award & The McKitterick Prize is now on general release.

The Museo de Arte Moderno in Gómez Palacio to host Jackie Sleper's exhibition dedicated to Mexico
In July and August 2008 the Dutch artist will exhibit "Dulce y Amargo" in the Museum of Modern Art in the state of Durango

Bookhabit.com Announces Unpublished Competition Winner
Bookhabit.com is pleased to announce the winner of the inaugural Bookhabit Unpublished Competition is Matt Fullerty’s book The Pride and the Sorrow. The international competition received nearly 300 unpublished books from authors vying for the $5000 prize. Fullerty is “thrilled” with the recognition and potential that winning the competition represents.

Top Affiliate Challenge Reality Show Contestant Stands Out In A Crowd
Reality TV is still going strong on the internet. Twelve contestants including 6'11" "Big Jason" Henderson will be competing in Lincoln, Nebraska in the Top Affiliate Challenge. They will be competing to see who can make the most money promoting other people's products and win the title of Top Affiliate.

The 2008 Backspace Writers Conference - Manhattan, NY – August 7th & 8th, 2008
The 2008 Backspace Writers Conference brings together literary agents, acquisitions editors, best-selling authors, and publishing professionals for a two-day, two-track program of workshops, panels, and networking in the heart of the publishing world. Come meet the people who can make a difference in your career!

CMA Award Winners to Take Stage at Cheyenne Frontier Days
Cheyenne Frontier Days is the largest outdoor rodeo and Western celebration and is slated to be held July 18th-27th, so it's that time of year to pull out the cowboy boots and get ready to witness the best concert lineup this year.

Cheyenne Frontier Days Wins 2007 Large Outdoor Rodeo of the Year
Cheyenne Frontier Days received the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) Large Outdoor Rodeo of the Year award for the ninth time at a National Finals Rodeo award banquet held in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Cheyenne Frontier Days Opens with a Night of Classic Rock
If rock music really gets you going, you will not want to miss this year's lineup at Cheyenne Frontier Days! Headlining the festival on opening night this year will be The Guess Who, War, Firefall and Atlanta Rhythm Section. For a complete list of events, please visit http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?organ_val=1570&schedule=list

Strike Orange Reaches Out For Darfur
Strike Orange, a punk metal band out of Vermont, takes their part in helping The Save Darfur Organization through playing at the Peace Punk Metal Festival 2008. The organization is backed by top presidential candidates to help the people of Darfur.

Dark World International releases 'Chapter One - Remastered' from Stygian Tars
Dark World International is proud to announce the release of 'Chapter One - Remastered' from Stygian Tars.

Josh and the Empty Pockets Bring Buddy Holly Back To Life
Alonce Music Agency is proud to announce their representation of Josh and the Empty Pockets. Those familiar with Buddy Holly’s story are quick to point out the striking similarities between Buddy Holly and The Crickets and Josh and the Empty Pockets.

New Exciting Art Site Displays One Thousand Galleries
The VisualArtistMap is the wave of the future. It’s a very useful tool for anyone that would like to start an art gallery online and reach the world with the artist the gallery represents

Trance Project Dream Quest releases 'Season Three: Herb Garden'
Dark World International is proud to announce the release of 'Season Three: Herb Garden' from Dream Quest.

Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Fundraiser - Cruise for a Cure in Newport Harbor on July 13, 5-9 pm
Cruise for a Cure, a sunset cruise through Newport Harbor on Sunday, July 13, 2008 on the Endeavor yacht, from 5-9 pm, to raise money to save lives fighting leukemia, lymphoma and other blood cancers. While cruising Newport Harbor, the evening will also include champagne, delicious food, a silent auction filled with many outstanding items plus a raffle for a week in Mexico at one of the Westin Regina Resorts. Orange County’s top dance band, Blues Racket Band, will provide the live entertainment.