12.31.2020

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2021!


“The New Year is a painting not yet painted; a path not yet stepped on; a wing not yet taken off! Things haven’t happened as yet! Before the clock strikes twelve, remember that you are blessed with the ability to reshape your life!” ―Mehmet Murat ildan

12.30.2020

FOOTBALL BETTING: 4 MISTAKES GAMBLERS NEED TO AVOID

Football Betting: 4 Mistakes All Gamblers Need to Avoid

Whether it is on the Super Bowl or a local college game, most football fans have bet on the sport somehow. After all, it’s a quick way to win some extra cash while also upping the excitement levels of supporting a team.

However, gambling is not an innocent activity. Statistics suggest one percent of adults in the US have developed a severe gambling problem, leading to severe debt and various mental health problems. As a result, you must take care when placing any football wagers – always gamble responsibly and know where your limit is.

Fortunately, there are several steps you can take to have a more pleasant – and successful – experience when betting on football. Here are four mistakes you need to avoid.
1. Gambling without a budget

Not having a set budget is dangerous for any gambler. It’s all too easy to place a bet here and there, a few dollars each time, and suddenly rack up a betting bill of a few hundred dollars each month. While high rollers can afford to splash out that type of money without any care, it’s not in the budget for the average person.

Budget is the operative word. When gambling, always have a set amount of money that you can afford to lose. By budgeting, this ensures you won’t be putting your electric bill or mortgage payments at risk.
2. Not looking around at which betting platforms are available

When you’ve settled on the idea of having a bet on football, you will go through the standard process: visit Google, type in “betting sites”, and click on the first result that pops up.

However, this isn’t a wise approach to take. There are many, many different online betting platforms. Plus, each offers its own promotional offers, odds, sports/events coverage, deposit options, etc. This is why sports betting online at Oddsshark.com makes perfect sense. With this site, you can compare the best betting platforms, see which feature the best promotions and odds, and pick the one that will provide the best bang for your buck.
3. Placing too many wagers

Any experienced gambler will know there’s one quality that is needed when betting on sports: patience. Newcomers are often swept up in the excitement of gambling, leading to them making multiple bets.

The problem with this is they’ll venture outside of their comfort zone, football, and start betting on other sports. This is particularly the case when waiting for the next round of football fixtures to come around. You must stick with what you know – otherwise, you are going down a blind alley when betting on other sports.
4. Chasing your losses

When you lose on a bet, there is always a temptation to look for another opportunity to win your money back quickly. Always avoid doing this when betting. Stick within your budget, let the loss go, and remain patient as you search for another realistic chance to win when betting on football.

12.27.2020

FULL COLD MOON DECEMBER 29, 2020


Tuesday * 29 December 2020 * 10:28:13 pm (EST)
Moon sign: Cancer 08° 53'

WHY IS IT CALLED THE COLD MOON?

The Moon names we use in The Old Farmer’s Almanac come from Native American, Colonial American, or other traditional sources passed down through generations. A variety of Native American societies traditionally used the monthly Moons and nature’s corresponding signs as a calendar to track the seasons.

Today, December’s full Moon is most commonly known as the Cold Moon—a Mohawk name that conveys the frigid conditions of this time of year, when cold weather truly begins to grip us.

Here you find this time converted into different timezones for other cities:
WELLINGTON = Wednesday * 30 December 2020 * 4:28:13 pm (NZDT)
SYDNEY = Wednesday * 30 December 2020 * 2:28:13 pm (AEDT)
TOKYO = Wednesday * 30 December 2020 * 12:28:13 pm (JST)
BEIJING = Wednesday * 30 December 2020 * 11:28:13 am (CST)
BANGKOK = Wednesday * 30 December 2020 * 10:28:13 am (ICT)
DELHI = Wednesday * 30 December 2020 * 8:58:13 am (IST)
DUBAI = Wednesday * 30 December 2020 * 7:28:13 am (GST)
MOSCOW = Wednesday * 30 December 2020 * 6:28:13 am (MSK)
BERLIN = Wednesday * 30 December 2020 * 4:28:13 am (CET)
LAGOS = Wednesday * 30 December 2020 * 4:28:13 am (WAT)
LONDON = Wednesday * 30 December 2020 * 3:28:13 am (GMT)
RIO = Wednesday * 30 December 2020 * 1:28:13 am (BRT)
SANTIAGO = Wednesday * 30 December 2020 * 12:28:13 am (CLST)
NEW YORK = Tuesday * 29 December 2020 * 10:28:13 pm (EST)
MEXICO CITY = Tuesday * 29 December 2020 * 9:28:13 pm (CST)
CALGARY = Tuesday * 29 December 2020 * 8:28:13 pm (MST)
LOS ANGELES = Tuesday * 29 December 2020 * 7:28:13 pm (PST)
ANCHORAGE = Tuesday * 29 December 2020 * 6:28:13 pm (AKST)
HONOLULU = Tuesday * 29 December 2020 * 5:28:13 pm (HAST)

12.24.2020

MERRY CHRISTMAS 2020!


Merry Christmas and a Happier New Year 
to all our friends out there in the blogosphere! xoxoKimmer

EDDIE VEDDER EXPANDS MATTER OF TIME: THREE NEW TRACKS!


New York, December 24, 2020 – Tomorrow, Eddie Vedder releases the five-song Matter Of Time bundle. Just in time for Christmas, he expands on the previously released two-track set and collects a series of acoustic songs and covers performed and recorded throughout 2020. He presents all of these tracks together for the first time in one comprehensive collection which also includes an acoustic cover of Bruce Springsteen’s song “Growin’ Up.”

Get Matter Of Time available tomorrow at all digital streaming partners HERE via Monkeywrench/Republic Records.

Among the additions, the project includes a powerful acoustic rendition of “Future Days” from the 2020 Game Awards, which he performed remotely and beamed into the show. The track originally concluded Pearl Jam’s 2013 tenth album Lightning Bolt and also appeared in the blockbuster video game The Last of Us Part II as a tearful and poignant goodbye between main characters Ellie and Joel. Meanwhile, Matter Of Time includes emotionally charged and energetic at-home performances of classics “Porch” and “Just Breathe” captured for Amazon.

Check out the full tracklisting below.

He initially introduced Matter Of Time with the title track “Matter of Time” and “Say Hi.” Check out the animated music video for “Matter of Time” and live video for “Say Hi.” Fans may reserve the vinyl HERE and limited-edition event poster HERE (designed by renowned contemporary illustrator and artist Munk One, with all proceeds benefiting EBRP).

Eddie personally premiered both songs as part of Venture Into Cures. As co-founders of EB Research Partnership (EBRP), Jill and Eddie Vedder proudly presented the digital event live streamed free to viewers around the world on the official YouTube channels and Facebook pages of both Eddie Vedder and Pearl Jam as well as on the EBRP site and social media platforms and NUGS.net. Fans everywhere tuned in to support.

The event showcased uplifting stories about individuals and families living with Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) alongside appearances and performances from celebrity friends to educate viewers about EB and raise critical funds for research toward a cure for EB and other rare diseases.

Produced by Door Knocker Media and Seed Entertainment, an all-star cast of guests graced the show, namely Judd Apatow, Bradley Cooper, Laura Dern, Billie Eilish, Chris Hemsworth, Jimmy Kimmel, David Letterman, Gaten Matarazzo, Luis “King Kong” Ortiz, Adam Sandler, and Renée Zellweger. Meanwhile, Jon Batiste, Alessia Cara, Andra Day, Glen Hansard, Adam Levine, Keb’ Mo’, and Lukas, Micah, and Willie Nelson delivered unforgettable and uplifting performances of their own.

EB is a life-threatening genetic disorder that affects approximately 500,000 people worldwide. Called “Butterfly Children” because their skin is as fragile as the wings of a butterfly, children with EB face severe pain, open external and internal wounds, and a grueling daily bandaging process. There is currently no treatment or cure for EB, however, EBRP’s innovative Venture Philanthropy model is helping to fast-track not only a cure for EB but therapies that could affect thousands of other rare diseases.

As the largest global organization supporting EB research, EBRP has funded 80 projects through their innovative model, directly impacting the clinical landscape. Through EBRP’s work, clinical trials for EB have increased by 15 times, including four Phase III clinical trials, the final phase before the FDA considers approval for a new therapy.

Learn more about the Venture Into Cures live show at www.ventureintocures.org.

Learn more about the life-changing work of EBRP at www.ebresearch.org

Venture Into Cures live streaming channels include:
Websites: www.ventureintocures.org and www.pearljam.com
Facebook: Pearl Jam, Eddie Vedder, EB Research Partnership, and Nugs.net
YouTube: Pearl Jam, Eddie Vedder, EB Research Partnership, Nugs.net, and The Ohana Fest

Enjoy and experience Matter Of Time from Eddie Vedder tomorrow.

TRACKLISTING:
1.) Matter of Time
2.) Say Hi
3.) Just Breathe (acoustic at home)
4.) Future Days (acoustic at home)
5.) Growin’ up (acoustic at home)
6.) Porch (acoustic at home)

THE IMPACT OF INSTAGRAM ON COLLEGE STUDENTS

The impact of using Instagram on college students: top 6 study blogs

Every year another academic year begins. Someone will return to school desks, and someone will find themselves within the walls of the college for the first time. It is no secret that good motivation is the main driver of a productive learning process. Where do you get this motivation? As one of the options for a source of inspiration, consider the so-called study blogs on Instagram, which are gaining popularity now.

People post stories from their lives, photographs of lectures and the learning process in cozy coffee houses, photograph the architecture of cities and share student life hacks. Such blogs not only help to distract and inspire, but also provide constant contact with the English language.

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So, here are the top 6 English-language student blogs.

1. afternoonswithfaith

This blog is owned by a Singaporean girl who graduated from Oxford and is currently studying philosophy at the LSE (London School of Economics). Here you will find sunny photographs of London streets, flower shops, university libraries and coffee shops.

2. boy.study

Danny from Bristol is trying to grow with his followers. This blog is full of stationery reviews, bullet journal designs, and videos of calligraphic font options.




3. musingsofemma

Here you will find a 21-year-old girl Emma's reflections on studying at Oxford, photographs of books in cozy coffee shops and the unique architecture of London.



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4.theegglife

Sarah, a philosophy student from Sheffield, England, shares cozy photographs of the learning process, Sheffield's architecture and the results of her simple culinary achievements.



5. studywithinspo

Brian reviews writing equipment and other learning supplies, offers many design options for various diaries, and posts captions to motivate students to pass exams. The guy also runs his study channel on Youtube.



6. booksundays

We conclude the selection of motivating Instagram blogs with the profile of the girl Imogen, who shares photos in a cozy environment: books, pastries, possible breakfast options. You can repeat her ideas, thus making your learning process comfortable and enjoyable.



In addition, there are plenty of educational blogs such as metmuseum, museelouvre, britishmuseum, nasa, iss, marscuriosity, arzamas.academy, medieval_suffering, socialistmodernism, librarycongress, nypl, etc to keep on track.

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12.20.2020

COOL NEW BICYCLE GADGETS HITTING THE MARKET IN 2021


Cool, New Bicycle Gadgets Hitting the Market In 2021

The new year will see the release of several notable cycling gadgets. Find out more about the latest all-in-one cycling computers, smart helmets and visibility solutions that will debut in 2021. Whether you ride a manual bike or are considering an electric bike for sale, such as a beach cruiser electric bike, this high-tech gear can help you make the most of every ride.

Next-Generation Bike Computers

Several activity trackers purpose-built for cyclists have been released over the last several years. More comprehensive and powerful bike computers are set to launch next year. Look for systems that roll navigation and fitness tools in with hands-free notifications and innovative new visibility and security solutions.

Most bike computers provide GPS functionality and compile ANT+ sensor readings for ride metrics. Systems scheduled for release in 2021 provide more robust technical support. Some cycling computers sync with other riders for social riding functions and progress updates and provide a suite of safety functions such as smart lighting and incident detection.

Smart Helmets and Safety Solutions


Helmets are essential bike accessories for women, and a number of manufacturers have sought to find ways to extend the functionality of this protective gear. Smart helmet designs provide impact protection for the head and neck, and most of the latest systems also feature crash sensors that can notify preset emergency contacts.

A number of the smart helmets hitting the market in 2021 have integrated features that contribute toward cyclists’ riding experiences while increasing their overall levels of safety. Look out for the latest helmet designs with built-in LED safety lights and direction indicators. Most systems come with controllers that can be mounted to bike handlebars or worn by riders for easy access.

Interior communication and entertainment features such as Bluetooth speakers and a built-in microphone enable a rider to stay connected while keeping his or her hands on the handlebars and eyes on the road. Other intelligent protective gear includes cycling eyewear with augmented reality features that is capable of displaying direction indicators, maps and performance metrics.

New Ways To Increase Visibility

Bike lights and illuminated wearables are still leading trends in cycling gadgetry. This gear is becoming more sophisticated with the release of an integrated headlight and handlebar system that boasts bright headlights and handlebar blinkers along with integrated bike computer features such as GPS tracking, turn-by-turn navigation, and a visual speedometer.

Other new gadgets that are useful for increasing visibility on low-light rides include forward-projecting wheel lights and clothing with lights that can be turned on and off. Glowing wearables such as LED vests can also be useful, and these designs now provide visibility from every direction and multicolor illumination. A number of major visibility innovations are built into bike computers or smart helmet lighting systems.

All of this gadgetry can enhance riders’ safety levels with hands-free communication solutions, directional and navigational tools and methods for increasing visibility. Keep in mind that the quality of your ride will ultimately only be as good as your bike, which should be the right build for your riding style.

12.18.2020

ALICE COOPER NEW RELEASE: DETROIT STORIES FEATURES DETROIT ROCK ICONS

 

Named for the city that launched the original Alice Cooper group on the road to success, “Detroit Stories” follows last year’s “Breadcrumbs” EP as a modern-day homage to the toughest and craziest Rock n Roll scene there ever was.

In 1970, fledgling producer Bob Ezrin walked into a farmhouse on the outskirts of Detroit to work with the Alice Cooper band. Abandoning flower power Los Angeles, because they were the opposite of the hippie peace and love ideal, Alice had brought his decidedly darker gang back to his birthplace to the legendary rock scene that gave birth to hard rock, garage rock, soul, funk, punk…and more.


From the amazing Johnny Bee Badanjek:

Hi Kim!

Here's a picture from the studio in Royal Oak.
L. to R. Johnny Bee Badanjek, drums. Paul Randolph, bass, Garrett Bielanic, lead guitar, Wayne Kramer, lead guitar, Producer Bob Ezrin, Alice Cooper, vocals!

“Detroit Stories” will be available on CD, CD+DVD Digipak, CD Box Set (including CD, Blu-ray, T-shirt, face mask, torchlight, and 3 stickers. 2LP Gatefold on earMUSIC

The DVD and Blu-ray will show the incredible live performance “A Paranormal Evening At The Olympia Paris” for the first time on video.


Detroit was Heavy Rock central then,” explains Alice, “You’d play the Eastown and it would be Alice Cooper, Ted Nugent, the Stooges, and The Who, for $4! 

The next weekend at the Grande it was MC5, Brownsville Station and Fleetwood Mac, or Savoy Brown or the Small Faces. You couldn’t be a soft-rock band or you’d get your ass kicked.”

“Los Angeles had its sound with The Doors, Love and Buffalo Springfield,” he says, “San Francisco had the Grateful Dead and Jefferson Airplane. New York had The Rascals and The Velvet Underground. But Detroit was the birthplace of angry hard rock. After not fitting in anywhere in the US (musically or image-wise) Detroit was the only place that recognized the Alice Cooper guitar-driven, hard rock sound, and our crazy stage show. Detroit was a haven for the outcasts. And when they found out I was born in East Detroit… we were home.”

12.16.2020

GLOBAL CTB A RELIABLE TRADING SOLUTION


Global CTB, A Reliable Trading Solution 
for Beginners As Well As Seasoned Traders

Are you interested in online trading? The internet provides you access to various resources that you can use to help you out. One of the most important decisions you have to make is selecting a broker. You cannot trade any instrument unless you have access to a trading platform and some tools to help. Where do you find these? This is where a broker provides you their services. You can find plenty of brokers to choose from nowadays.

Do such solutions even exist? Indeed, they do. Global CTB trading platform is one of the top choices at your disposal. In addition, the broker also seems to have a knack for social trading, which is rapidly becoming the norm these days as more and more people are joining the trading market. Nevertheless, the most interesting and appealing feature of Global CTB is the fact that it is mobile-centric in the classic sense of the word. This means that it offers its trading platform exclusively on mobile.

Offerings

You can be sure that there is nothing such as Global CTB scam, and it is time to consider exactly what Global CTB can offer to you when it comes to trading. As mentioned before, this broker has geared its services towards those who are beginning their journey, which means it is easily accessible. The minimum deposit requirement that you have to fulfill is $50, which is the price of a video game. It allows investors with a small amount of capital to also get started. Furthermore, the potential of profits that Global CTB has to offer is considerably more than what you could ever get from a video game.

Trading Platform

Since Global CTB is primarily targeted beginners and new traders with their services, their aim in regard to developing a trading platform is simplicity. This doesn’t mean that they have chosen to forgo other important features. One of the prominent strengths of Global CTB’s trading platform is functionality. When it comes to downloading the trading platform provided by the broker, it is not very different from other apps that you download on your smartphones or tablets.

As far as risk management is concerned, Global CTB has given its users the option of using Take Profits and Stop Losses, which can be helpful in minimizing the losses and maximizing the profits. You can also place pending orders, which is also a plus as it helps in capitalizing on popular trends.

Account Types

If you take a look at account options, you will find that Global CTB offers mostly two account types. One is called a trial account and the other is the Live account. The trial account is referred to as the demo account as well. The purpose of this account is to help new traders in getting acquainted with the trading environment and platform that Global CTB has to offer to its clients. You don’t have to use actual money with this account as virtual funds are available. This keeps risks at a minimum. The demo account can only be used for 90 days, which is enough time for you to understand the platform and move onto a Live account.

Customer Support

The kind of customer support a broker provides is also an indication of their strength. Global CTB has excelled in this regard as well because they have provided a multitude of options. First, they have an FAQ section where you can get answers to common questions. If you want to get in touch with their customer support representatives, you can reach out to them through their phone number, email or even via the contact form.

Conclusion

Beginner traders will definitely enjoy the offerings this mobile platform has to offer and is an excellent choice when you are looking for flexibility and convenience.   

12.15.2020

GOING FOR THE RETRO LOOK

A Retro look never dies… It simply comes back in another form. Also known as vintage, you can find restaurants, homes, offices, libraries, going retro. Yes, don't overlook your gaming when it comes to a retro-style. There's plenty of games that use a retro-style around, including retro slot games based on the classic fruit games. Even some celebrities enjoy going retro and from there the style becomes a major trend that we can’t get enough of.

You will notice while looking up various red-carpet events. Some of the celebrities clearly focus on hairstyle and clothing. It looks like the celebrities have taken a break from the modern look and have opted for a more vintage look. You will find celebrities like Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, Dita von Teese, Scarlett Johansson, and many others going for this look.

Taylor swift mentioned: “There’s just something so feminine about a dress. Whether it’s a summertime dress that makes me feel carefree, an evening cocktail dress that makes me feel fancy, or a dress that makes me feel like a ’50s housewife — which I enjoy feeling like, for some reason — I just really like dresses,”

Let’s take another celebrity for instance that has been obsessed with the retro look- Megan Markle has been into the 50s/60s look lately. Yes, the Royal loves this look! Markle has been heavily inspired by style icon Audrey Hepburn.

Rihanna for instance went to the Coachella in April with a retro hairstyle. Many other celebrities love the 50s/60s look.

Going retro still remains as glamourous as ever, be it their curly short hair, wing liner, nice and simple makeup, deep dark brown hair with their nail polish that matches with their lips. That’s pure retro. Women with this style do not go for highlights and their hair is always dark brown.

Nicole Richie is another celebrity that cannot get enough of the 60s and 70s fashion. She says that her mom gives her skirts. She says in a magazine: "She kept all of her old Alaia skirts, which is pretty amazing because now I don't have to buy my ones!"

Rachel Zoe is simply stuck in the 60s and 70s with oversized shades, hat, and chunky jewelry. She has created her own style. She mentioned that ‘’Some of my favorite things are scarves, sunglasses, and great cocktail rings. You find them all over the world at flea markets!"

We all know how Miley Cyrus came in like a wrecking ball. Well her style has hit her fans so hard. She is obsessed with the 80s leather jacket and boots look. As for January Jones, she loves the 60s. She mentioned: "The long-line bra with the pointy tips and the girdle and then the stocking on the garter belt, I like the shape it gives me. It's kind of sad when you take the girdle off at the end of the day.’’

So, there you have it! Don’t be afraid to add a little retro to your wardrobe soon!

11.25.2020

SCREEN TIME CONTROL APP THAT YOU WILL LOVE TO USE

Screen Time Control App That You Will Love to Use: FamiSafe.

Sometimes parents will leave him to live in other states or countries for a job or business. One may get too nervous about their kids' lives, which is common, especially with moms. But do you know you can access their activities while you are away? This shouldn't cause you confusion. Relax; you will find out more here.

If you live away from home, probably your children use a mobile phone to communicate with you. Of course, they can't live without talking to you as their parent. Sorry to say, calling you could be of less priority than you think. Children can spend a lot of time on phone screens and not doing anything constructive. Your kids may forego meals or sleep to chat with classmates and their new online friends.

In the process of interacting, they may link to malicious accounts and get trapped. They could be sent messages containing illegal content that might see the police at your doorstep. I pray it won't happen like that.

The fact is that employing a security man at your gate is not enough security for your children. Phones have become dangerous to youngsters, and if not well manned, children will slowly destroy their future.

Instead of using the internet to search for educative content, most use it to access inappropriate content such as pornography.

A lot of guidance and counseling is required for children to be safe. Moreover, you can download and install Wondershare's FamiSafe parental control app to monitor your children closely.

Why FamiSafe?

If you search for parental control apps on any app store, you will get hundreds of apps in the results. Shockingly, most of them are expensive, inaccurate, and ineffective. Though it could be your first time to hear of parental control, it's good to know the features of an excellent parental control app. it should be easy to use, affordable, and should have useful in-built features. FamiSafe parental control app is the only app that satisfies this criterion. Find its main features below and ensure to download it on your Android device and iPhones:

Family Locator.

This app accepts up to 30 devices connected to the "parent's" phone. With this, you may opt to add the seniors as your children on this app. This can be a good idea, especially if you are your old dad's caretaker. Even if you don't live in the same home, you can quickly locate them using the app.

Also, a family with several kids can use the same subscription as long you have access to their phones to set up the app. you can real-time location for every family member with minimal hassle and no cost.

App Blocking.


At times you need to control the apps that are used by your children. With FamiSafe, you can view their app use. If you find that the app is unnecessarily used, you can permanently block it for a while. For example, if your children watch YouTube videos during sleep time, you should block the YouTube app whenever that comes. You can unblock it later or leave it blocked.

Not only apps but also the entire device; the parent can choose to block the device completely, especially during sleep time or when the kid is driving.

Browsing history feature.

FamiSafe parental control app helps you to peep into your kid's internet activities. You can see a list of the accessed sites and block the ones you are suspicious about. If you realize that a site has been visited severally, it's good to open it and authenticate the value of its content. If it contains harmful content, notify the authorities of such a site, and block it.

Screen Time Control Feature.

This feature is available on both versions of the application. You can see your kids' live screen activities. If you realize they are not doing the right thing at any given time, you can block the specific apps they are using and unblock them later. You can schedule when the children can use the phone so that they attend to their daily duties.

How much does the FamiSafe Parental Control App Cost?

Most of the apps are extra expensive despite being ineffective. Fortunately, Wondershare considered this before bringing the FamiSafe parental control app to us. Low budget or short period users can make a monthly subscription at $9.99. They also offer a quarterly subscription that costs $19.99, while the annual subscription is only $5/month.

Final Thoughts.

For those looking to walk with their kids into the digital world, the FamiSafe parental control app is the way to go. This app will eliminate any worries in you about your children's whereabouts and safety. If you create a Geofence on the app, you will always get notified when the kid walks away. Don't continue stressing yourself or keeping your kid's phones to control them. Allow children to go digital and find you're set with this screen time control application.

11.16.2020

GOO GOO DOLLS' JOHNNY RZEZNIK TO HIGHLIGHT NJ FUNDRAISER

Johnny Rzeznik of The Goo Goo Dolls 

 ASBURY PARK, NJ (Nov. 16, 2020) — The world seems to change on an hourly basis, but there is at least one thing that remains constant: When help is needed, Light of Day’s musical family is always there to lend a hand — and a tune.

That’s been the case countless times, and will be once again beginning 11:15 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 22 as 19 Garden State music makers combine their talents for SHINE A LIGHT, a streaming musical event in support of ASBURY PARK DINNER TABLE.

The non-profit organization is dedicated to helping Asbury Park’s dining industry — a key component of the town’s stunning rebirth as a leisure and entertainment destination — which has been severely affected by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and to helping local residents who are experiencing food insecurity as the pandemic rages. The concept behind APDT is that donations it receives are spent at local eateries to purchase meals for those in need.

Heading up the formidable talent roster is Johnny Rzeznik, lead singer of superstar rock act, The Goo Goo Dolls. He’ll be joined by 18 other artists including longtime Bruce Springsteen collaborator Joe Grushecky and his band, The Houserockers, Jim Babjak of The Smithereens, Jersey Shore favorites The Weeklings and a host of acclaimed singer-songwriters, among them Richard Barone of The Bongos, James Maddock, Ben Arnold, and Danielia Cotton. Each artist will perform one song. See below for the complete list of participants.


The event will formally kick off right before 11 a.m. as Tom Cunningham, host of the Jersey Shore Sunday morning radio institution Springsteen on Sunday on 107.1 “The Boss,” will “shine a light” on the presentation and direct his listeners to Light of Day’s YouTube channel and Facebook page (www.facebook.com/LOD2000).

You can also join the APDT Watch Party at https://www.facebook.com/APDinnerTable.

This very special event is being staged by the Asbury Park-based Light of Day Foundation (LOD), whose annual January-long concert series in support of Parkinson’s Disease research and treatment have been a Jersey staple for more than two decades. “As winter approaches and the issue of food insecurity during this COVID crisis grows, The Light of Day Foundation will ‘shine its light’ in an effort to raise money and awareness to support its spiritual hometown and the great work of Asbury Park Dinner Table,” said Tony Pallagrosi, LOD’s executive director and co-founder.

“The Asbury Park Dinner Table is honored to have the Light of Day Foundation “shine a light” on us as we now face the Winter months, which normally are stark in Asbury Park, but now are at a crisis stage with the addition of the pandemic. We also thank and appreciate the artists donating their time and talent to this concert fundraiser in the Asbury Park community spirit that many of us know is something very special,” added Allison Kolarik, co-founder, Asbury Park Dinner Table.


‘SHINE A LIGHT’ PERFORMERS:

*Johnny Rzeznik (Goo Goo Dolls)
*Jim Babjak of The Smithereens
*Brian Dunne
*Lisa Bouchelle
*Matt & Eryn O’Ree
*Danielia Cotton
*Williams Honor
*Richard Barone (The Bongos)
*Peter Elkas
*Ben Arnold
*Joe Grushecky & The Houserockers
*John Easdale (Dramarama)
*Emily Grove
*James Maddock
*Scott Elk & Kyle Ward
*Bobby Mahoney
*Billy Hector
*The Weeklings
*Joe D’Urso & Stone Caravan

4 Things You Should Never Do After a Car Accident


4 Things You Should Never Do After a Car Accident

Accidents happen unannounced, and it doesn’t matter how good your driving skills are; you can never rule out the possibility of getting into a road crash. Most people think they will never get into an auto crash, which is one reason they are unable to deal with an accident. If a victim ends up making a poor decision about their injury or reacts wrong in the situation they can end up losing their personal injury compensation or worse.That is why it is always better to prepare for an accident in advance so that the victim doesn’t have to face any long term consequences. More than six million accidents happen in America every year so every driver must know the basics of dealing with an accident.In this article, I have mentioned a few things that you should never do after a car accident. Following these tips can save you from a lot of hassle.

Never Flee the Scene

It doesn’t matter how brutal the accident looks; you must never flee the scene just because you are panicking. The law states that you should always check up on the other driver after the accident and must exchange contact details with them. If you flee the scene, it will be seen as a misdemeanor, and you might end up receiving the blame for the accident even if you weren’t at fault.

Don’t Forget to Call the Police

It is extremely important for you to call the police after an accident so that they can document the details of the crash. In most accidents where no one has suffered an injury, people tend to avoid calling the police, which can prove costly for later proceedings. If the accident is not documented by the authorities, then everyone will be sharing their side of the story in the court, and your compensation case will become more complicated.

Don’t Neglect Paperwork

When you are filing for a personal injury claim, it is always best that you hire an experienced lawyer like Kreizer Law, who will help you with all the paperwork. The American law system is a bit complicated, and you will have a bit of trouble with the paperwork if you don’t have decent knowledge about it. You must also take photos of the crash site and vehicles so you will have something substantial to show in the court. Keeping track of your medical receipts as well so that you can show in court how much damage you have suffered. 

Denying Injury

If you feel like you have gotten out of the accident unhurt, then that doesn’t necessarily mean you should not get any medical attention. Adrenaline is pumping through your veins after the accident, and it can easily mask your injuries. There could be an injury that might seem minor but can prove harmful in the long term. So, once you have dealt with the crash site, you must visit a doctor for a complete checkup. Also, keep in mind if you refuse medical attention at the crash site, then that can be held against you in court during your personal injury case proceeding.

MICHAEL BOLTON'S NEW IT'S CHRISTMAS TIME SINGLE!

With the holidays coming up I wanted to create a song to bring some joy and hopefully warm your heart, especially if you find yourself distanced from loved ones.

"It's Christmas Time" is a song I wrote with this spirit in mind and I hope you enjoy it all season long!!

You can listen to the new song here:


And check out the lyric video here:



Stay safe and well... sending you lots and lots of love!!

MB

11.14.2020

BLUES STARS MIX IT UP WITH DR JOHN ON GUMBO BLUES!


Contemporary Blues Stars Mix It Up With New Orleans Legend DR. JOHN On New Album GUMBO BLUES!

Featuring Sonny Landreth, Joe Louis Walker, Chantel McGregor, King Solomon Hicks, Mike Dawes, Doug Kershaw and more!

Los Angeles, CA – Malcom John Rebennack, Jr. – better known as Dr. John, The Night Tripper – was a New Orleans icon. A purveyor of authentic popular music that mixed in blues, jazz, boogie-woogie, funk and soul to create one of the most potent musical concoctions this side of the Mississipi. Dr. John earned numerous Grammy Awards over the course of his 6-decade career and, in 2011, he received the ultimate honor, being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame and cementing his musical legacy for generations to come. Expectedly, the loss of this phenomenal artist, who passed away just last year, reverberated across the music world with significant force. Yet it also gave many artists and fans an opportunity to rediscover or discover for the first time, Dr. John’s mammoth catalog of albums.

Among the diverse flavors found in Dr. John’s albums is a rare spice from 1974 called Anytime, Anyplace that has become the savory base for a brand new musical gumbo as blues veterans such as Sonny Landreth and Joe Louis Walker along with newcomers Chantel McGregor, King Solomon Hicks and Mike Dawes as well as fellow New Orleans icon Doug Kershaw all join in for a multi-flavored masterpiece! Gumbo Blues takes the original tapes of Dr. John’s vocals recorded in 1974 and blends them with all-new musical backing tracks bursting with brilliant guitar work and subtle flourishes that will have Dr. John fans raving. Gumbo Blues will be available everywhere starting November 20 on digital, CD and vinyl!

Check out the first two singles:
https://orcd.co/dr_john_erja_lyytinen
https://orcd.co/dr_john_sonny_landreth

Pre-order the full album: https://cleorecs.com/store/?s=gumbo+blues&post_type=product

Track List:
1. In The Night with Joe Louis Walker
2. Shoo Ra with Mike Dawes
3. Helpin’ Hand with Chantel McGregor
4. Woman Is The Root Of All Evil with Rafael Nasta
5. Just Like A Mirror with Buddy Whittington
6. Bald Head with Sonny Landreth
7. Cat And Mouse Game with Eli Cook
8. Mean Cheatin’ Woman with Doug Kershaw
9. She’s Just A Square with King Solomon Hicks
10. Tipitina with Matt Schofield
11. Danger Zone with Erja Lyytinen

11.03.2020

BEST RETRO GAMES OF ALL TIME


Gaming has come a long way since its introduction in the late 80’s which now look like a shadow of what is being released on the upcoming new 5th generation consoles from Sony and Microsoft. However, these new games wouldn’t be available to us without the likes of retro games in the first place; today we look at some of the best classics of all time.

A list of the best retro games of all time wouldn’t be right if we didn’t include a Super Mario game and none other than Super Mario Bros 3. This game was the catalyst in the platform game sector with Nintendo back in 1993 and came with a whole host of predecessors afterward. Quite easily one of the best side-scrolling games of all time, and known for its fun gameplay, flowing mushrooms and jumping to the highest point on the flag.

Another one of our favorites when it comes to retro games is of course Street Fighter II. One that was mainly introduced as an arcade card where many of us would travel back to play our favorite games. Street Fighter II was one of the first fighting games on consoles and changed the street fighter demographic forever and lived in the minds of us forever.

Gaming as we know it now has changed a lot since its introduction and this has mainly been down to the advances in technology over time. Gaming isn’t the only industry that has benefitted from these advances as online casinos can now be played wherever, whenever due to the use of their apps and 5G connectivity when looking at casinos not on gamstop. These casinos have particularly benefitted because of the quality of casino they have on offer and with the promotions and sign up bonuses for all new customers that they are offering at the moment.

Initially released back in 1978, and probably the first game on the market ever was that of Space Invaders. The first cover shooter allows you to attempt to stop an alien invasion was one of the funniest games to play on the arcades as you pitted yourself against your friends' high scores.

And finally, and our personal favorite would be that of Pac Man which was initially released in the late ’80s. Again like Space Invaders, many would pit themselves against their friends to try and produce a high score of eating as many dots as possible without getting caught by the ghosts – Pac Man is certainly one of the best retro games of all time. 

11.01.2020

HAPPY 12TH ANNIVERSARY RETRO KIMMER!



YAY!! Here's to 12 years of blogging like a madwoman! 
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Thank you to all my friends, fans, and subscribers! 
Here's to 12 more!! xoRK

#retrokimmer

10.30.2020

RARE BLUE FULL MOON ON HALLOWEEN!


Fun fact: Every full moon on Halloween is a blue moon because moon cycles are 29.5 days long and Halloween is always on Oct. 31. (There is an alternate definition of a blue moon: When there are four full moons in a single season, the third is considered a blue moon, according to the Farmers Almanac. 


The exact time of the next full moon is:
Saturday * 31 October 2020 * 10:49:09 am (EDT)
Moon sign: Taurus 08° 38'

Here you find this time converted into different timezones for other cities:

WELLINGTON = Sunday * 1 November 2020 * 3:49:09 am (NZDT)
SYDNEY = Sunday * 1 November 2020 * 1:49:09 am (AEDT)
TOKYO = Saturday * 31 October 2020 * 11:49:09 pm (JST)
BEIJING = Saturday * 31 October 2020 * 10:49:09 pm (CST)
BANGKOK = Saturday * 31 October 2020 * 9:49:09 pm (ICT)
DELHI = Saturday * 31 October 2020 * 8:19:09 pm (IST)
DUBAI = Saturday * 31 October 2020 * 6:49:09 pm (GST)
MOSCOW = Saturday * 31 October 2020 * 5:49:09 pm (MSK)
BERLIN = Saturday * 31 October 2020 * 3:49:09 pm (CET)
LAGOS = Saturday * 31 October 2020 * 3:49:09 pm (WAT)
LONDON = Saturday * 31 October 2020 * 2:49:09 pm (GMT)
RIO = Saturday * 31 October 2020 * 11:49:09 am (BRT)
SANTIAGO = Saturday * 31 October 2020 * 11:49:09 am (CLST)
NEW YORK = Saturday * 31 October 2020 * 10:49:09 am (EDT)
MEXICO CITY = Saturday * 31 October 2020 * 8:49:09 am (CST)
CALGARY = Saturday * 31 October 2020 * 8:49:09 am (MDT)
LOS ANGELES = Saturday * 31 October 2020 * 7:49:09 am (PDT)
ANCHORAGE = Saturday * 31 October 2020 * 6:49:09 am (AKDT)
HONOLULU = Saturday * 31 October 2020 * 4:49:09 am (HAST)

10.28.2020

PINK DOTS TEAM WITH BADFINGER ON NEW VERSION OF MIDNIGHT CALLER


THE LEGENDARY PINK DOTS Team With Classic Rock Legends BADFINGER For A New Version Of “Midnight Caller!”

Los Angeles, CA - The Legendary Pink Dots founder Edward Ka-Spel is well-known as one of the most prolific artists to emerge from the ‘80s post-punk underground but in his 40+ studio albums with the Dots, Ka-Spel has never done something quite as adventurous as this new single. “Midnight Caller” is one of the highlights from Badfinger’s smash hit album from 1970 No Dice, and this year Ka-Spel was given the opportunity to refresh this classic track, bringing his own prodigious production skills and immense talent for arrangement to the late great Pete Ham’s composition. Featuring vocals and bass by longtime Badfinger bandleader Joey Molland, “Midnight Caller” becomes in the hands of Ka-Spel simultaneously more lush and more sinister offering a dark psychedelic spin that seeps its way into almost everything The Dots touch.

Stream the single: https://orcd.co/badfinger_the_legendary_pink_dots

10.26.2020

THE MOST PROFITABLE CAREERS IN THE ENTERTAINMENT WORLD



The Most Profitable Careers in the Entertainment World

Long gone are the days when parents only wanted their children to pursue professions they felt were in the mainstream. You can make a kill pursuing what you love best in the entertainment world in the current world. You may feel your passion lies in arts and entertainment.

The truth is, the highly competitive nature of entertainment will help you polish up your skill further. The start has probably been slow for you, but you gradually build a portfolio that enables you to bag the best deals. Below are some of the best profitable careers you can pursue in entertainment.

Make-up Artist

If you fancy transforming people's faces for an incredible glow, this is the field you would thrive in best. As an MUA, you ensure every character on set has the appropriate makeup for the role, and at that time. Therefore, time management skills come in handy as you have to apply your technique before a character goes on set. You would also do well in applying special effects for the relevant movie roles and scenes, such as special effects on a horror film. Your creative attribute has good compensation benefits at $60,000.

Musician

As a musician, transforming words to the best sound in music captivating to your listeners is the catch. You can also do best by learning the technique of instruments like in Sloanschoolofmusic.com, becoming a pro. Playing instruments such as violin, guitar, piano, and even the drums give you a better leader in your career. You can earn $55,000 on average when starting. Better still, you can also bag millions as you become a bigger brand.

Editor

As an editor, constructing a line of thoughts in the proper understandable, and engaging flow should be one of your strengths. The storyline should flow to ensure the outcome is what the director had in mind over the movie. Therefore, your work entails trimming the irrelevant footage and gets the story most engagingly. Bagging $50,000 is one of the best for you.

Writer

As a writer, your skill of trade lies in having a captivating imagination with characters and words. Most importantly, conceptualizing the form through which you describe the terms for use on screen. Therefore, you can also implement different languages to bring out the best action through words, words, pronunciation, accent, tone, and even dialect. Typically, playing with words to get the best write-up, this is rewarding at $65,000.

Film Producer

If you have the magic brain and hand in you to transform raw form to spectacular results, this is definitely for you. As a producer, your work would entail changing a script into a brilliant movie within the stipulated time. Most importantly, make it work within the budget, whether it is a high-end movie production or indie-movie that must be right on finances. Bagging $70,000 is fantastic. 

Key Grip


Every set requires a ton of equipment, ranging from camera, lighting, stands, and even camera rollers. All the equipment should have the best care and maintenance when holding and also during transportation. Thus, your physique should stand the pressure that comes with the role. You get to earn around $75,000. 
 
Cinematographer

As a director of photography, you are in charge of the whole team doing photography. Therefore, coordination of lighting, sound, and even the background to bring out clear and crisp images falls within your job description. The aim to bring out everything on set to life and camera work is an essential role rewarding at $60,000.

Actors and Actresses

Owning a character and role and bringing it to life is one of the most rewarding jobs. You get to interpret a movie character, even though you are not the same in real life, and do your magic. On average, earning $54,000 is a viable plan. However, the good news is that you can build a better brand name for yourself, earning up to millions on a single role.

On-Set Designer


The career part is for a creative guru who can transform thoughts into a reliable form. You fetch ideas from the team on what they hope to implement and work it out. Typically, you work with blueprints. Your take-home salary starts at $45,000.

Location Manager

As a location manager, your job description entails finding the most suitable location for the film. Additionally, you also follow up on permission and license to ensure you have the go-ahead shooting the scene on that specific site. Furthermore, the location should mirror the idea of the script. Thus, a set with a forest background will require that exactly- a forest background. With a take-home salary of around $49,000, your negotiation skills get a good reward.

Movie Directors

For every movie or film coming up, the film director seats at the helm to ensure all happenings during the set are within the plan- you can be one. Additionally, your role would be having a full grip of all characters on stage to help bring everything to life. You also enhance functional and healthy relationships among everyone on set to deliver A-results. The salary scale can range from $105,000, giving you a bonus for the difficulties you pull off at work. 

Fashion Designer

Designing people's clothing is a definite catch for you in the industry. The power lies in bringing out your creative master and implementing different trends that people will love. You can earn up to $60,000 and even better when you have your fashion house.


On-Set Costume Designer

It would be best if you had the expertise in implementing different costume ideas across all on-set images. For instance, a horror movie will not have the same costume ideas as a drama movie with characters in court. Additionally, the names on the set have different physiques. Therefore, it is your job to ensure you appropriately dress all sizes fit for the occasion. Consequently, you will also source clothing brands to dress your characters, a career that is highly rewarding with a $40,000 salary wage.

With the above careers, you can be confident that you become a sought after brand once you master the skills and get more experience. People want to work more with you. Not to mention the very lucrative endorsements you’ll get for your work.

10.21.2020

5 MUST-VISIT VINEYARDS IN CROATIA

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If you have a sweet tooth for wine, Croatia must be in your bucket list. The country has made some of the finest wine in the world for more than 4000 years. You can then imagine their mastery of the winemaking craft.

In recognition of their prowess in winemaking, wineries in Croatia offer wine tasting tours to different regions throughout the country. According to Mypaperwriter.com, students who hire professional writers have more time to enjoy their college years, including visits to such places as Croatia where your view of the world is changed forever. Here are the top 5 must-visit vineyards in Croatia.

Korta Katarina Winery, Peljesac

The winery is located in one of the oldest winemaking regions in Croatia. The Peljesac Peninsula extends into Adriatic, one of the best environments for wine production. It is located in some of the southernmost regions of Croatia where the best tasting wine is produced.

To get to Korta Katarina Winery, you can fly into the region from the capital a journey of one hour from Dubrovnik. The region is home to Postup and Dingac, some of the initial appellations of controlled origins to be registered in Croatia. The rich tradition of winemaking also makes their varieties unique and guaranteed to awaken your tastebuds.

A unique attraction when visiting Kortra Katarina winery is the variety of food offer alongside the wines. It is a selection you are not likely to find anywhere else yet it goes down so well with the wine. Their winemaking traditions are also unique and a valuable rider for visitors to the wineries. The wine tasting events combine perfectly with the breathtaking view of the Dalmatian Coast to give you an unforgettable experience.

Milos Winery

The winery is also one of the oldest in the region and is respected for its unique tasting wines. The winery stands out among peers in the Peljesac region because of upholding the classic wine production formula. The winery uses the Plavac Mali or little blue grape to produce the uniquely flavored red wine it is famous for.

The winery is a family business run by Flano and his sons. They have preserved an age-old tradition where the taste of wine has a lot to do with its years in the factory. It ranks among the best vineyards in the world because of the use of natural yeast and typical Slavonian oak barrels. This method makes it impossible for wineries elsewhere to imitate their unique taste.

While at the vineyard, look for their signature Plavac Mali and Stagnum brands. The mountainous setting on the horizon gives you a perfect wine tasting setting that will awaken your sense of taste. If forms part of the overall wine tasting experience that is impossible to find anywhere else.

Plenkovic Winery, HVar Island

Any tourist traveling to Croatia wants to pay homage to this famous vineyard tucked somewhere on Hvar Island. The island is known as one of the sunniest parts in Europe, receiving more than 2,715 hours of sun each year. The temperatures are also among the most favorable to grow grapes.

Plenkovic winery has also won numerous awards for its winemaking formula and ability to produce the most unique tasting bottles. The area is iconic for its rolling vineyards and olive trees, giving you an unforgettable view while you sip on your glass. As you make the trip to the winery, the views are breathtaking, leaving you more thirsty and ready for what the vineyards have to off. What you get upon arrival is worth the trip. It is a wine tasting experience that you will never get anywhere else.

Visitors are introduced to exceptionally designed cellars in the picturesque countryside. The tour around the production facility is equally rewarding. It is a mindblowing journey to follow a grape from the farm until it turns into one of the tastiest wines in the world.

Stina Winery, Brac Island

Stina or whitestones is the symbol of Brac, the largest island in the Dalmatian region. The stones were used in the construction of the Diocletian Palace found in Split. Rumor also has it that the stones were exported for use in the construction of the White House in Washington, DC. That white setting raises the curtain for an unforgettable wine tasting experience in Croatia.

Brac’s whitestones have also inspired countless sculptors, poets, and painters in Croatia to sharpen their art. It is, therefore, understandable to hear that the same stones are the inspiration behind Stina Winery. The name also refers to the challenges of growing grapes on this steep terrain. However, it has one of the sweetest endings imaginable.

Stina Winery constantly reinvents itself without altering its unique taste. Recently, new grapevines were planted and the production facility renovated. To maintain the health of the grapes, cultivation is still done by hand. You identify their wines because of the unique packaging designed by Bruketa and Zinic, a celebrated Croatian design studio.

Boskinac Winery, Pac Island

Pac Island is a famous entertainment destination, hosting some of the longest-running festivals in the world. The island also features excellent dreamy beaches worth every minute you will ever spend in Croatia. The island has also made it into the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites because of its unique gastronomical offerings, including the unforgettable wines.

Boskinac Winery was built in 2000 but has transformed the wine tasting story of Croatia. The vineyard has been feted nationally and internationally for its spectacular wines. The most distinct is the coupage of merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, among other local white wine varieties.

The winery is located at a valley among pine trees, giving you a welcoming scenery that will awaken your senses. Wine tasting adds to the mouthwatering cuisine you will enjoy at the island. Visit and give your story about the eye milk cheese served with anchovies.

It is evident that Croatia loves wine and anyone who visits the country will have a unique wine-story to tell. Talk to tour experts about a wine-tasting experience in Croatia and enjoy a tour of a lifetime. This is one of the destinations you will want to return after your initial visit.

10.20.2020

BEST PLACES TO VISIT IN OLD VEGAS

Travelling to Vegas can be a daunting idea due to the sheer size of the city and the vast amount of activities that can be completed whilst out there and panicking that you won’t be able to cram it all in. However, if you are looking at going to the historic Old Vegas, or sometimes been dubbed as Downtown Las Vegas, then we have you covered as we have a guide for you today with the best places to visit whilst in Old Vegas.

The Graceland Wedding Chapel is mainly famous due to Elvis marking it as one of the potential locations for his marriage with Priscilla back in 1967. This wooden chapel is now a world-renowned hotspot for many to visit whilst in Downtown Vegas and is currently hosting 200 ceremonies a week! If you are an Elvis fan, this is a must see if you are in Old Vegas.

If you are thinking about visiting Vegas and not visiting a casino then we don’t think you re fulfilling the potential of your trip as Vegas is the capital of gambling, right? The Binlon’s Casino is the one of the casinos that has kept its old-school retro vibe throughout and has standout features like getting a photo of $1million stack of cash. Although the usuals in an expected casino with the best roulette, blackjack and poker tables on offer in the world, you can even get a tour of all the hidden, private casinos if that tickles your fancy. Want to test out your casino’s skills before your visit? Why not try them at Maximum Casinos.

Looking for a more historic visit? The Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort is something to view then of course with this “Fort” being the first structure built by the people of European heritage that first conquered the country and then would become Las Vegas fifty years later. Now it has been restored for visiting purposes, it now sites in the national park and certainly is something to view in the daytime.

And finally, somewhere to visit at night to get your boogie on, it’s got to be The Funk House; a vibrant legend in the city and has been known for its art and music nights ever since its opening date. Some of the greatest art on show here in the city and hours of searching to find the right item for your needs – a must for anyone arty. 

10.19.2020

KENNETH GAMBLE & LEON HUFF: ‘YOU GOT WHAT I NEED


Click here to listen to Freddie Scott singing “You Got What I Need.”

PHILADELPHIA – Legendary Philadelphia International Records (PIR) co-founders and R&B pioneers Kenneth Gamble & Leon Huff have a new commercial placement from their massive song catalogue. “YOU GOT WHAT I NEED,” which Gamble & Huff wrote and produced in 1968 for Freddie Scott – three years before launching PIR - is currently getting massive TV exposure in a new ETSY.COM commercial. Philadelphia International Records was home to The O'Jays, Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes, and many other acts that defined the Philadelphia soul sound of the '70s.

“Seeing the Etsy commercial featuring the song on TV so prominently, makes us instantly reflect back 52 years, when we wrote and produced the song in the studio for Freddie Scott – a great, yet unsung Soul/R&B artist and vocalist,” said Gamble & Huff in a joint statement. “We are so glad this original song and Freddie are getting their just recognition and their due.”

Usage of “YOU GOT WHAT I NEED” has proven popular for sampling in recent years. But this is the first time the original recording is anchoring a popular TV commercial in the U.S.

Rapper Biz Markie used many elements of the original recording on his 1989 hit "Just A Friend." Kanye West, Common, Pusha T and Big Sean feat. Kid Cudi and Charlie Wilson sampled the song on “Good Friday” (2010). Ghostface Killah sampled it on “Save Me Dear” (2004). And in 2017, Janelle Monáe sang “You Got What I Need” in a Gap commercial promoting their Christmas offerings

“YOU GOT WHAT NEED” originally reached #27 on the R&B chart. Scott died in 2007 at age 74.

MOST POPULAR ONLINE CASINO GAMES

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Online casinos have become rather popular in recent times with over 33.6 million active gambling accounts in the UK in 2020. This has mainly been down to the light-hearted fun they offer, a wide variety of types of games and the ease of access that they now offer in a very flooded market. Below are some of our favorite games to play in the online casino when we log on.

The most popular game in the online casino is usually Blackjack with over a half claiming that that is their go to game when they open their casino account. When you take into consideration that the chance of the dealer winning against you is much lower of that compared to other games, this is certainly a factor as to why it is the most popular. There are also the options to place side bets within the main game which make it every more inviting. If we were going to recommend a casino game, it certainly would be Blackjack.

Tempted by this list to go and give the online casinos a spin? Why not go get out these sites not blocked by Gamstop? They are offering some of the highest quality casinos online, the widest variety of games and the guarantee that your fun won’t be limited by the self-exclusion scheme Gamstop.

Next on the list of popular casino games is of course Roulette with unlike Blackjack is a game of pure chance and luck but has always been one of the most spun games in the casino. Many have played this game due to the chance of winning bigger compared to Blackjack; however, this does come with more risk as the chance of the dealer winning considerably higher when it comes to Roulette. When picking your choice of Roulette table online, make sure that the house is offering you good bonuses if your win comes in as competition is high on online casinos so they should have good deals on to entice you in. Here are some of the biggest roulette wins in history.

The final casino game that has quickly become one of the most popular is that of slot games; this is due to the colourful and fun gameplay that they offer, ease of playing meaning you don’t need much skill to be able to play, and the choice available to us gamblers is virtually endless with thousands of different variants when it comes to slots.

10.15.2020

JOHN LENNON BIRTHDAY BOX SET: GIMME SOME TRUTH OUT NOW!



As part of the celebrations for John Lennon’s 80th birthday, his most vital and best-loved solo recordings have been completely remixed from scratch for a new collection, GIMME SOME TRUTH. available now in multiple formats. ORDER NOW

10 CC/GODLEY&CREME LEGEND KEVIN GODLEY RELEASES NEW VIDEO



Kevin Godley has released a new video “Expecting a Message” from his highly anticipated forthcoming solo album MUSCLE MEMORY!

“This is as DIY as it gets. No film crew, no editor, no budget. The plan was to make a film, stream of consciousness style, doing everything myself, like I’m recording music. Improvise, throw stuff in and make sense of it later and I did…all except the last bit. I guess it’s a performance film of sorts, all shot within a hundred yard radius of home and, at the risk of this sounding like a commercial, it would’ve been impossible without my iPhone X, Adobe Premier Pro and Wondershare Filmora editing software and two supremely cool apps, GlitchCam and EFEKT. Not sure if it’s the message I was expecting though.” - KG

Watch the video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vyxB-4jXJBk

MUSCLE MEMORY marks Kevin’s first time fronting a project. His lyricism is cutting, political and provides a mood similar to film dialogue over classic pop lyricism. Gun control, societal unrest, racism and questions regarding political correctness make for some of the most striking lyrical content likely heard on an alternative pop record. This is a dark record from someone not known for dark themes.

Kevin’s career features numerous exceptional albums and sees him as one of the most important pioneers of the pop music video. MUSCLE MEMORY is a fitting addition to this body of work, offering a provoking, daring new insight into Godley’s creative practice. Tracks from the album will be released in order every two weeks until the album's release on the 17th of December 2020.


Album track list / release timeline: 


1) Expecting a Message: 16/07/2020
2) The Ghosts of the Living: 30/07/2020
3) Hit the Street: 13/08/2020
4) The Bang Bang Theory: 27/08/2020
5) 5 Minutes Alone: 10/09/2020
6) Cut to the Cat: 24/09/2020
7) One Day: 08/10/2020
8) All Bones are White: 22/10/2020
9) Periscope: 5/11/2020
10) Song of Hate: 19/11/2020
11) Bulletholes in the Sky: 03/12/2020 12) Muscle Memory - CD, Vinyl and Digital: 17/12/2020

Listening link: https://soundcloud.com/state51/sets/kevin-godley-muscle-memory/s-ZTSMzE2shtH

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