Emerging Singer-Songwriter Roxanna to Release New Music Video of Single “Close your Eyes”

Radio Premiere February 18 – Available On Itunes Feb 25. “I believe music can heal. I believe music can soothe. I believe music is the language of the heart and soul. I believe you can spin tragedy into beauty.”

Los Angeles, CA, February 18, 2014 - Canadian singer-songwriter Roxanna is a breath of fresh air emerging with a Latin flair from a cultured background, distinguishing herself from today’s contemporary artists. Joining forces with Mark Portmann, known for working with artists such as Michael Buble and Barbara Streisand, Roxanna has produced a polished and luxurious rich sound. “Close Your Eyes” provides a snippet of Roxanna’s sultry vocals and artistic style showcased through her anticipated upcoming album Exotica, a seamless, mastered mix of adult contemporary, classic pop, world, and a taste of flamenco which will be released in April.

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“Close Your Eyes” takes you on a personal journey of an empathetic story, with her accompanied music video. Featuring a minimal backdrop, the direction perfectly fits with the dramatic storyline and emotional lyrics. Proving that this single can already be a classic ballad, Roxanna’s heartfelt message is strongly emphasized by the elegance of her beautiful vocals. Just from the first few bars of music, you’ll be mystified by the music inviting you to continue to listen to this story she is singing to you.

“Written by Lindy Robbins and Mark Portmann, their words really spoke to me and my previous career being a nurse, “Til your worries are melting away… and your dreams come carry you far from sorrow…I’ll be here til the sunrise… you’re stronger than you ever knew before.” It sends the same message I would tell my patients that there is a light at the end of the tunnel, after every storm there is a rainbow, just an overall hope in the end.”

Roxanna is determined to craft every song and lyric as relatable to whomever will take a listen. It was her patients and her mother who inspired her to pursue music and gave her the desire to heal people. Roxanna wants to spread love through romance songs and her stories. Relating with every lyric especially as a nurse and as a healer, it still can connect with anyone who has gone through tough times, fought back and have become a stronger people as a result of any hardships and obstacles that life has thrown at them.

“I believe “Close Your Eyes” can relate to many people who have lost loved ones or losing their hope. When people are listening to the lyrics I’d like them to know they are not alone. I wish to heal them with this song.”

With plans for a full-length debut CD release, “Exotica” will be available worldwide on April 15, 2014 featuring a string of romantic and flamenco influenced songs including new renditions of The Hollies 1972 hit song, “The Air That I Breathe,” Julio Iglesias’ 1975 hit song “El Amor,” and Lionel Richie’s 1984 smash hit, “Hello,” which will be premiering soon on smooth jazz radio stations across the United States.

Roxanna links: Website - Facebook - Twitter - YouTube

Contact:
Chip Schutzman
Miles High Productions
P.O. Box 93157
Hollywood, CA 90093
323 806-0400
chip@mileshighproductions.com
http://www.mileshighproductions.com

Cryptonator.com Makes Cryptocurrency Conversion and Calculation as Easy as a Dream

Cryptonator.com is a web-based cryptocurrency exchange rate calculator and conversion tool, which offers services that are free of charge to all users across the world.

Munich, Germany, February 17, 2014 - It is unarguably the simplest, most accurate and reliable cryptocurrency calculator, and the only conversion tool in the market today. The coming of this service into the market eliminates the need for manual conversion, monitoring and switching among exchange rates while searching for the most favorable rate. Now, the software does all that work for you and it will also easily convert your cryptocurrency into another cryptocurrency or to Euros or US Dollars, whichever you prefer.

Just as trades on the Forex set the exchange rates for the dollar, sterling pound, Euro and other fiat money, the exchange rate of the cryptocurrency is also determined by the supply and demand on cryptocurrency exchanges. With the entry of cryptonator.com the business of converting cryptocurrencies has just become much easier.

Cryptonator supports all cryptocurrencies that are in the market. Users will now find converting and monitoring the exchange rates and the values of the cryptocurrencies very easy, as the service will do that for them. Thanks to the use of the volume-weighted averages of the chosen cryptocurrencies and their prices across different online exchanges. It is also a very responsive service that has been designed for use not only on desktops and laptops, but across different smartphone technologies like the iOS and android.

Cryptocurrencies have quickly become widely accepted in both online and retail stores, as well as for numerous services. The first cryptocurrency to be introduced into the market was the Bitcoin in 2009 but after that, there have been many others. Cryptonator works for all of them, including Bitcoin, Litecoin, Dogecoin, Namecoin and others.

The rates are up to date as they are updated every minute across the main online exchanges. This assures all users that whenever they are converting their cryptocurrencies to US$ and Euros or to other cryptocurrency, they will get their exchange at the trending rates.

About Cryptonator.com
Cryptonator.com is a web-based cryptocurrency exchange rate calculator and conversion tool, which allows users to instantly convert almost every cryptocurrency into another cryptocurrency or into USD, sterling pound and Euro. Thanks to the user friendly and responsive design, users can estimate the cryptocurrencies values even when they are on the go on their smartphones. Cryptonator is synchronized with all the major exchanges and calculates the volume-weighted average of selected cryptocurrency prices across major online exchanges.

Contact:
Roman Boss
Mediapro UG
Munich, Germany
+49 8920948098
contact@cryptonator.com
http://www.cryptonator.com

Sweet Honey in the Rock Launches 40th Anniversary "Forty & Fierce" 2014 US Tour

SWEET HONEY IN THE ROCK, the venerable and Grammy nominated a cappella ensemble who've built a legacy for merging an inimitable and distinct harmonic vocal blend with a veracious commitment to activism, social justice

New York, NY, February 14, 2014 - SWEET HONEY IN THE ROCK, the venerable and Grammy nominated a cappella ensemble who've built a legacy for merging an inimitable and distinct harmonic vocal blend with a veracious commitment to activism, social justice, equality and freedom has announced the launch of the SWEET HONEY IN THE ROCK - 40TH ANNIVERSARY: FORTY & FIERCE 2014 year and kicked off their premiere show at the Zellerbach Auditorium at UC Berkeley, CA.

The Berkeley performance kick-offs a West Coast run that also includes performances during Black History month at the Center for the Arts in Grass Valley, CA, 2/15, the Newmark Theater in Portland, 2/17, and The Triple Door in Seattle, WA, 2/18-19. The ensemble will finish up their initial run of dates with performances at the Music Center at Strathmore in North Bethesda, MD on March 1 and as part of the popular Celebrity Series at Symphony Hall in Boston, MA on March 2.

SWEET HONEY IN THE ROCK has configured two different productions to honor and celebrate their 40th Anniversary throughout the year. The enhanced FORTY & FIERCE production (which is being presented at Zellerbach, Strathmore and Symphony Hall) is their most adventurous live performance presentation to date. It's their first fully scripted show with a storyline, which is helmed by noted Director/Choreographer Dianne McIntyre. The show fuses a video projected montage of archival images of the ensemble and poignant historical moments that are woven into a scrapbook and retrospective motif that will be synced to some of the musical segments. Throughout the show each member will also share their own intimate personal stories in dialogue and perform influential songs that have highlighted their incredible journey over the past four decades.

The show will feature Sweet Honey's core members Louise Robinson, Carol Maillard, Nitanju Bolade Casel, Aisha Kahlil and Shirley Childress (American Sign Interpreter) with special appearances by guest vocalist Navasha Daya, bassist Parker McAllister (acoustic upright and electric bass) and percussionist Samuel Turner. Musically, FORTY & FIERCE will rely on the depth of the ensemble's varied repertoire and newly arranged medleys and arrangements of some of their classics. Audiences will also be warmed up and treated to a special pre-show presentation entitled SHE-ROCKS 5 RADIO, that will comprise an audio compilation of their most revered songs. The program is hosted by DJ Merk (Epatha Merkerson) and produced by Louise Robinson and Jordon Maillard Ware.

The more intimate format SWEET HONEY IN THE ROCK - 40TH ANNIVERSARY features the core group and guest bassist Parker McAllister and incorporates some of the storyline and staging elements of the larger production. However, it will not include the same audio visual and lighting components in intimate spaces such as the Center for the Arts in Grass Valley, the Newmark Theater in Portland and The Triple Door in Seattle.

"We're extremely excited and feel blessed to have experienced and enjoyed such longevity, and we're very thankful to all our loyal fans who have stood by us all these years," stated Sweet Honey's Carol Maillard. "They have been the driving force that has fueled all our artistic endeavors, and we're elated and happy to celebrate and share this special show with our fans and show them why we all feel "FORTY & FIERCE."

SWEET HONEY IN THE ROCK began creating its' adventurous and diverse mixture of blues, African, jazz, gospel and R & B music as a quartet in 1973. Formed by Dr. Bernice Reagon (who retired in 2004) the ensemble's patented sound was honed during a workshop at the D.C Black Repertory Theater Company in Washington, DC. Since that time, they have performed throughout the world, including South Africa, Africa, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, at many of the premiere venues in the United States, released 23 recordings, been featured in documentaries and amassed a distinguished list of honors, awards and accolades.

Last year they successfully launched their first ever fan based fundraising campaign with the Indie Gogo online platform. Funds derived from the campaign have been used to produce the FORTY & FIERCE show. Some of the supporters who made donations were awarded perks including being special guests of Sweet Honey at selected 40th Anniversary Shows. They also toured Europe and Australia, performed at the National Memorial Service for the late Nelson Mandela presented at the National Cathedral in Washington DC and were recipients of distinguished awards by the Search for Common Ground Organization in DC and "The Keeper Of Flame" Award" presented at the national convention and Signature Gala of the Delta Sigma Theta Society in Washington, DC.

In 2012, they performed at the unveiling ceremonies for the Martin Luther King monument on the National Mall. They also debuted their first ever orchestral collaboration, providing the lyrics for composer William Banfield’s “Symphony 10: Affirmations for a New World,” co-commissioned by the National Symphony Orchestra (Christoph Eschenbach, Music Director) and the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, DC; the Minnesota Orchestra, (Osmo Vänskä, Music Director); and the Harris Theater for Music and Dance, Millennium Park, Chicago, released a thought-provoking single and video, “Are We A Nation,” inspired by the controversial immigration law that was enacted in Arizona . The song captured a Gold Songwriter Award from the 27th Mid-Atlantic Song Contest and was featured on an all-star compilation, “Bordersongs,” that raised money for the No More Deaths organization, which provides water and humanitarian aid along the Arizona/Mexico border. Their latest 2-CD set, “A Tribute – Live! Jazz at Lincoln Center,” pays homage to some of the great female African-American vocalists whose songs helped shape the group, including Abbey Lincoln, Odetta, Miriam Makeba, and Nina Simone.

For more information go to: www.sweethoneyintherock.org

Contact:
Chip Schutzman
Miles High Productions
P.O. Box 93157
Hollywood, CA 90093
323-806-0400
chip@mileshighproductions.com
http://www.mileshighproductions.com

StartLine Racing Partners with BADASS Dash™ To Offer Exciting New Race Experiences Throughout North America

StartLine Racing, whose mission is to give every runner the best possible Race Day experience each and every time they lace up their shoes, has entered into a mutual partnership with the BADASS Dash™ Obstacle Course Race Series for 2014.

Scottsdale, AZ, Feb 14, 2014 — StartLine Racing, whose mission is to give every runner the best possible Race Day experience each and every time they lace up their shoes, has entered into a mutual partnership with the BADASS Dash™ Obstacle Course Race Series for 2014. This partnership will add a completely new genre to an already large schedule of events StartLine Racing is managing results for while enabling BADASS Dash™ to take their amazing events, which benefit Autism Speaks through their Team-Up Program, to the next level with state-of-the-art results management.

"StartLine Racing couldn't be more excited about our partnership with the BADASS Dash™,” said CEO, Jeff Crane. “StartLine is always looking to expand its schedule of races and being able to add an OCR series of this magnitude to our ever growing schedule as well as venture into markets we have not yet been to as a company were definitely some of our goals in 2014. I think that bringing our two companies together is going to create something very special!"

In addition to working together on enhancing the overall race day experience, StartLine Racing and BADASS Dash™ will be also be cross-promoting each other’s events throughout the year to provide more opportunities for their collective participant base to consider.

“With the addition of StartLine Racing to the BADASS Dash™ live event team, we are looking forward to benefits that their state of the art systems can provide to our races in 2014,” said Grant Reeves, CEO for BADASS Dash USA, LLC. “Instant messaging of your race time and chip activated photos for instant upload are just 2 of many new components that StartLine brings to the table which will not only enhance the event experience but also provide our competitors with instant opportunity to share their experience,” said Grant Reeves, CEO for BADASS Dash USA, LLC.

About StartLine Racing:
StartLine Racing was created to give every runner the best possible Race Day experience each and every time. Whether it is a charity race of 100 participants or an event of 10,000, all events are judged by the experience that each individual walks away with on that day. We make it our goal to provide the best service and experience to EACH participant EVERY time! http://startlineracing.com/

About BADASS Dash™:
BADASS Dash™ benefits Autism Speaks, an organization dedicated to funding global biomedical research into the causes, prevention, treatments, and cure for autism; to raising public awareness about autism and its effects on individuals, families, and society; and to bringing hope to all who deal with the hardships of this disorder. It is Autism Speaks firm belief that, working together, we will find the missing pieces of the puzzle. We are committed to raising the funds necessary to support these goals. The cause is bigger than the obstacles. For more information, visit badassdash.com.

About Black Dog Promotions:
Black Dog Promotions is a media and business development agency and also provides digital marketing and publicity consulting for regional and national brands. Black Dog’s team has a long history of success in the entertainment, sports, technology and finance industries. We have taken companies from concept to millions of dollars in sales and billions of dollars in market capitalization. Black Dog Promotions understands how to help business expand and reach their goals. http://www.blackdogpromotions.com.

Contact:
Scott Kelly
Black Dog Promotions
9920 S. Rural Rd., Ste 108
Tempe, AZ 85284
480-206-3435
scott@blackdogpromotions.com
http://www.blackdogpromotions.com

Take Your Relationship to New Depths this Valentine’s Day

Academy of Scuba Introduces New Romance Package to Spark Excitement and Adventure into Every Relationship.

Phoenix, AZ, February 06, 2014 - The Academy of Scuba today announced, for a limited time, a celebration of adventure and excitement for every relationship through its exclusive Scuba Romance Package. Always on the cutting edge of innovation and guiding thousands of people into Scuba diving, Arizona’s premier Scuba diving shop is offering a first of its kind Scuba Romance Package to help couples spend more time together and have fun. Can you think of a better Valentine’s Day Present?

The Scuba Romance Package is a comprehensive package to help couples start diving together with incredible value and savings. Included in the Scuba Romance Package is the following:

* Private Open Water Scuba Certification Lessons for Two People

* Rental Scuba Gear to use during your course

* $150 per person towards Personal Gear (Mask, Snorkel, Fins, and Boots)

* Matching Shorty Wetsuits

* Underwater Communication Course – Scuba Sign Language to use Underwater

* Emergency First Response Course – Scuba First Aid and Safety

* A “Heart Shaped” Graduation Photo

* Certification Fees and More

For complete details go to www.academyofscuba.com/romance.html

If you are looking to spice up your relationship, have an amazing adventure, and spend time with your favorite dive buddy, the Academy of Scuba Romance Package is a great value and tremendous opportunity to take your relationship to “new depths”.

http://www.academyofscuba.com
http://www.learnscubatoday.com

About The Academy of Scuba™
Academy of Scuba Inc., with multiple locations in Arizona, is a PADI Five Star IDC Training Facility, a DAN Training Center/Business Member, a DEMA Member, and a member of the Better Business Bureau. The Academy of Scuba is an industry innovator for developing, implementing, and reinforcing advanced level Scuba diver training programs. The Academy of Scuba focuses on training with an emphasis to create “great divers”. The sole purpose of the Academy of Scuba is to not just put people in the water, but to keep people in the water. The Academy of Scuba assists divers in increasing enjoyment, adventure, and safety through better education and more frequent dive experiences.

Academy of Scuba Paradise Valley - 4015 E Bell Road Suite 134 Phoenix AZ 85032
Academy of Scuba Metro Center - 8502 N Black Canyon Highway Phoenix AZ 85051

Contact:
Contact:
Scott Kelly
Black Dog Promotions
9920 S. Rural Rd., Ste 108
Tempe, AZ 85284
480-206-3435
scott@blackdogpromotions.com
http://www.blackdogpromotions.com

Arizona’s Largest Annual Celebration of the Outdoors Expands to Include the Arizona Boat ShowTM

The 14th annual Arizona International Sportsmen’s Exposition (ISE) will fill the University of Phoenix Stadium Feb. 20-23 with an expanded list of outdoor products.

Glendale, AZ, February 06, 2014 - The 14th annual Arizona International Sportsmen’s Exposition (ISE) will fill the University of Phoenix Stadium Feb. 20-23 with an expanded list of outdoor products. Open to the public, the expo will draw more than 15,000 attendees from the Valley and throughout Arizona.

The expo will spotlight 300 companies: manufacturers and retailers; local, regional and international destinations; guides and outfitters; travel bureaus; enthusiast clubs and groups; and nonprofit organizations representing a wide range of outdoor interests. The ISE also presents campers, trailers and a huge selection of offroading vehicles, including UTVs, ATVs, trucks and 4x4s.

ISE’s new, co-located Arizona Boat ShowTM will feature 11 local marine dealers presenting 20 national sport- and fishing-boat brands. 2014 watercraft for sale will include wakeboard and ski boats, fish/ski boats, family runabouts, party pontoons, deck boats, personal watercraft, kayaks and stand-up-paddle boards. A giant houseboat will be on hand, too, plus a wide selection of marine accessories for sale at show prices.

The event also offers two outdoor-skills and seminar venues: the Adventure Theater and 40-ft.-long aquarium-demonstration tank, which presents Arizona’s top bass pros and fishing guides. Special guests include Scottsdale-based outdoor-gear guru Tim Ralston, and Richard Nance, host of Personal Defense TV. Ralston’s business, Gear Up, will offer a wide variety of camping and survival gadgets for sale. There’s also a large, new display of fishing lures for sale. In addition, two trophy displays spotlight elk and deer from throughout the West.

Interactive features that also host statewide contests are a perennial show favorite. Winners from the DockDogs water-jumping contest will have a chance at the World Championships. The show’s 9,000-sq.-ft., three-dimensional-target archery range hosts a high-energy tournament with more than $1,000 in cash and prizes awarded to winners in men’s and women’s divisions.

The Youth Fair represents ISE’s significant investment in the future of the outdoors, offering youth free instruction in catch-and-release fishing, archery and shooting safety.

The Arizona Game and Fish Department will bring its extremely popular “asset sale,” which raises money for law-enforcement operations by selling and auctioning seized hides, horns and other items.

Once again, on Saturday, the Grand Canyon Council Boy Scouts of America will co-locate its annual Scout-O-Rama on UoP’s giant west lawn (separate admission). ISE supports this family event, which draws 15,000 people.

ADMISSION: $12 adult admission. Parking is free, as is admission to youth under 15 and Active Military with military ID. Uniformed Scouts are also admitted for no charge.

SHOW HOURS: Thurs & Fri 10:00am – 6:00pm; Sat 10:00am – 6:00pm; Sun 10:00am – 5:00pm.

SPECIAL OFFERS: Friend ISE at www.Facebook.com/SportsExpos

MORE INFO: www.SportsExpos.com, and info@SportsExpos.com

Contact:
Scott Kelly
Black Dog Promotions
9920 S. Rural Rd., Ste 108
Tempe, AZ 85284
480-206-3435
scott@blackdogpromotions.com
http://www.blackdogpromotions.com

Luxury Travel Ltd (Vietnam) appoints PiC Travel as its new Marketing & Representation partner in the UK

Luxury Travel Ltd (www.LuxuryTravelVietnam.com) continues to target the UK market by appointing a new regional representative in PiC Travel (www.PiC-Travel.co.uk) with immediate effect.

Hanoi, Vietnam, February 05, 2014 - Luxury Travel Vietnam founder Pham Ha said “we're really excited to be working with PiC Travel in the UK as their ambition and passion meets our own. We make this appointment as the UK is an important market for our company providing significant revenue and at a time when we continue winning numerous trade accounts and enjoy triple digit growth”.

According to Pham Ha, “Vietnam is a destination that is the envy of Asia” pointing out “that a recent survey of 1,200 travel experts taken during the World Travel Market revealed that most travel experts believe Vietnam is shaping up to be one of the most attractive destinations in Asia”. Pham continued “That's understandable with Vietnam boasting world class hotels and resorts, beaches and cuisine in addition to its natural beauty, rich history and traditional culture.”

Jason Squires of PiC Travel said “We're delighted to be working with Luxury Travel especially as they are regarded as one of the premier tour companies in the Indochina area”.

Jason went on to say “Current market trends in the UK continue to show increased interest in luxury tours in Asia. Many travel experts increasingly recognize the great opportunities in selling Vietnam, Myanmar and the Indochina area”.

The Indochina area is increasingly appealing to British and European travelers especially as in the past few years Vietnam has seen the completion of many luxurious resorts with names such as Hyatt Regency Danang Resort and Spa, Intercontinental Peninsula Danang Sun Spa and Six Senses Con Dao, Amano’i entering the market and offering more choices for travelers. Vietnam is now one of the top ten destinations in Asia with the luxury sector being the fastest growing segment.

Luxury Travel will focus on developing those destinations that attract UK travelers including combining sightseeing in Hanoi, Saigon, Halong Bay, Angkor Wat (Cambodia) with beach vacations in Hoi An, Nha Trang, Phu Quoc. Luxury Travel marketing efforts and commitments will now attract even more British travelers who wish to experience Vietnam in style and luxury, and we will be trying to encourage them to stay longer” with current typical stays of 10-14 days in 5-star hotels.

Pham also announced that in 2014, Luxury Travel has designed a FAM trip for agents and professional travelers. This FAM trip is a great opportunity to experience Vietnam and for travel professionals to enrich their knowledge of this intriguing land and friendly people. Agents will return home from the FAM trip fully equipped as Vietnamese travel specialists, allowing them to generate public awareness of Vietnam as a high-end holiday destination.

Some interesting facts on Vietnam:

* In 2012, the tourism industry generated 6.85 million international and 32.5 million domestic trips creating around US$7.6 billion in revenue.

* In 2013, Vietnam welcomed 7.2 million foreign visitors in all markets and 35 million domestic tourists with revenue of US$9 billion.

* In 2015, Vietnam expects to attract 7 to 7.5 million international tourists and have 36 to 37 million domestic tourists.

* In 2015, the tourism sector will contribute 5.5-6% of the country’s GDP.

About Luxury Travel Ltd:
Vietnam’s first luxury Tour Operator/DMC (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) is based in Hanoi, with further offices throughout Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Thailand. Luxury Travel is exceptional at designing tailor-made tours and providing unique travel experiences. Opened in 2004, the Luxury Travel Company Limited has its own offices, luxury vehicles, luxury travel advisors, and representative offices in California, London, Paris, and Sydney. The company’s depth of experience and large infrastructure enables it to create unique itineraries with the operational confidence to fulfil client expectations. Luxury Travel Ltd. has won numerous travel awards for excellent performance including “The Years’ Best” of the Guide Award in 2012. www.facebook.com/luxurytravelcompany

About PiC Travel
PiC Travel is a marketing & representation company based in the UK with offices in London and Sussex. We help CVBs and Tour Operators market their destinations to the UK travel market. PiC's core business is travel representation and summed up in one key sentence - "To promote travel products and services to the travel trade and travelers directly”.

Contact:
Harvest House
53-55 North Street
Horsham, West Sussex
United Kingdom
RH12 1RN
www.PiC-Travel.co.uk
Ph +44 1403 257227

To achieve maximum exposure for our clients, PiC utilizes both online and offline techniques including: webinars, magazines, newsletters, sales and training visits to Tour Operators etc.

Contact:
Doan Hong Linh (Ms.)
Marketing Executive
Luxury Travel Ltd
05 Nguyen Truong To Str.,
Ba Dinh Dist, Hanoi 84444
Vietnam
+ 84.4.39274120 Ext 122
marketing3@luxurytravelvietnam.com
http://www.LuxuryTravelVietnam.com