October 29, 2005
‘Western Retro’ a Fashion Trend this Christmas Season
The western enthusiast has a discriminating style that carries over not only into wardrobe—but into décor as well.
(PRWEB) October 29, 2005 -- This year, retailers are finding some new trends emerging for the Christmas season. One of the most powerfully chic movements is not at all new; it is a throwback to a classic, leathered, western look, but with an edge. This Western Retro trend is not only taking over people’s wardrobes, but their home décor as well.
Everything from western hats to boots to jewelry will be hot this holiday season. Western retro shirts, classic western boots, and fine dress shirts for men are in high demand. For women, a variety of options are available, from hats to footwear. Common materials include leather, wool, suede, and velvet, and many brands are taking advantage of this style with new lines of suitable apparel.
The western retro shirt, previously in demand primarily by performers and those true western enthusiasts, has been brought back to life from the late 1930's to 1950's, when the day of the "B" Westerns and Tom Mix, Roy Rogers and Gene Autry were so popular. Today more than ever, you'll see these western retro shirts on the backs of many country western stars, not to mention kids at every college campus across the country.
This style has also been called Western Haute Couture. Influences from the southwest, Native American, and western cultures produce an upfront style that is not only classic in appearance, but ‘new’ all the same.
Double D Ranchwear is one of the premiere clothing manufacturers to produce western wear with a touch and discriminating quality that rivals the most reveled clothing manufacturers. Lucchese, and its line of Charlie 1 Horse mules and boots, are in high demand this year by women shoppers for their solid construction, innovative color palette, powerful look, and comfort.
One of the premier websites that showcases this style across its entire line of western products is www.yosemitehide.com. Yosemite Hide prides itself on offering only the finest in western apparel and décor and will not settle for anything of par quality. Since 1998, this true mom ‘n pop operation offers only the finest products to meet the needs of the true western and outdoor enthusiast, and their product line truly represents this discriminating ‘Western Retro’ style. For more information on Yosemite Hide’s line of ‘Western Retro’ wear, visit http://www.yosemitehide.com.
In true reflection of the American West, this western retro style of living is in sure demand this holiday season, and we're sure to see it carry into next year as well.
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Sonia V Chosen as Finalist for the 2005 Independent Music Awards
Indie Rocker Sonia V nominated for "Contemporary Christian Album of the Year" for the 2005 Independent Music Awards
(PRWEB) October 26, 2005 -- Sonia V. has been chosen as a finalist for the Music Resource Group's 2005 Independent Music Awards for her latest project, "a thing or 2" in the category of "Contemporary Christian Album of the Year".
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After snagging this year's award for "Female Breakout Artist of the Year" in the 2005 American Christian Music Awards, this independent rocker is making her mark in the music industry with her eye-brow raising songs that pack attitude and a powerful punch with stand-out vocals, chart hitting songs, and her talent is raising the bar for female rockers across the board.
With her roots in Christian music, Sonia V's music has a mainstream appeal with songs that are captivating listeners across the globe and taking her first 3 radio releases to number one charting positions on individual radio station play lists and national charts. "a thing or 2" held the #1 Modern Rock/Alternative Album position on the American Christian Music Journal's release list for 15 consecutive weeks as well as the #1 modern rock/alternative singles chart.
"a thing or 2" has received raving reviews from media and fans alike. The ten song CD includes all original modern rock tunes penned by Sonia and a few co-writes with music friends including producer Chris Shandrow (The Frantics, Goodbye Audio, Miss Angie, Stereo Deluxx), independent artist friends Teresa Garcia and Jerome Fontamillas of Switchfoot.
"Start-off with an angelic voice then add in a big dose of rock n' roll attitude, what you get is the Sonia V. sound. Sonia's wide ranges of vocal styles are enough to make a 70's era mood ring explode. She can belt the lyrics out down and dirty rock n' roll style or soft and tender enough to melt your heart. Either way the result is a big WOW! " - Christian Rockers Online
"This is a must have album. The heavy drum and bass provide an upbeat feel to accompany the unmistakable rock voice of this self-confessed "weird Jesus chick with attitude". The album takes modern rock to a level that could reach a modern day non-Christian and Christian audience with approachable songs about God, such as "Falling Into You" and "Hey Now". 'A Thing Or 2' is an album which will reward all those who search it out." - CrossRhythms Magazine, UK
"Sonia V. is a fabulous addition to Christian music. Her style is unique to the industry and I give her a lot of credit for writing her own music and stepping out of the Christian music. As a whole, a thing or 2 makes for a very enjoyable album, a great start for Sonia and an awesome addition to the Christian music scene." - Phantom Tollbooth
“Sonia is probably one of the most gifted female songwriters I’ve come across in the last five years… not only has she produced the best album I’m likely to hear for the next twelve months, but she also has an incredible knack for writing great songs, and she has a truly exceptional voice… this girl was born to inherit the space around the microphone… I think the list of honours that seems to keep growing alongside Sonia’s music just about says it all!“ - Rock of Ages Magazine, UK
Sonia was noted as one of the "must hear artists" by the VH1 Benefit "Song of the Year" competition and listed as one of Peta's Hollywood Hotlist Animal Rights supporters. Sonia V. was also a past GMA songwriting competition winner and received the honor of "CCM Song of 2002" by the Gospel Music Association's AGMA competition hosted by Margaret Becker in Nashville, TN.
For further information on Sonia V: www.soniav.com
Radio Promotion: The Damos Agency - John Helle -
Booking/ Management: Xtreme Productions Management.
KEYWORDS [ Sonia V | Contemporary Christian | Christian music | gospel rock | Switchfoot
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MetalUnderground.com Sponsors Extreme Black Metal Festival In Norway
Metalunderground.com furthers its goal of spreading the word about underground metal by sponsoring extreme black metal festival, Norway’s Hammerslag Festival.
Frederick, MD (PRWEB) October 26, 2005 -- Metalunderground.com announces that it is an official sponsor of Norway’s Hammerslag Festival. The festival, which is to take place on December 16 and 17, 2005, is a two-day showcase of extreme black, death and grind metal bands. Sponsorship of the Hammerslag festival fits with Metalunderground.com’s mission of promoting underground heavy metal.
The two-day extreme metal festival, in its second year, takes place in Norway’s oldest city, Tønsberg (est. 871). Friday night’s show will be held at Rivals Rockpub and Saturday’s will in an old church built in 1857. The festival boasts more than nine confirmed bands including Tsjuder, Myrkskog, Svartahrid, Grand Alchemist, Framferd, Draugstafur, Mindgrinder, and She Said Destroy with more in negotiations.
“The Hammerslag Festival is the ideal metal festival for Metalunderground.com to announce its first sponsorship deal with,” said Metalunderground.com owner Doug Gibson. “With our large American readership, there is not a more fitting genre of metal to bring to their attention than Norwegian black metal. Every reader that discovers a new metal band that they like through Metalunderground.com reinforces why I started this website in the first place.”
“Promotion of this event to an American audience benefits Hammerslag Festival, the Norwegian Extreme Metal Scene, and metalheads alike,” said the festival’s organizer, Bjørn Almar Rolstad Johansen. “The bands as well as the experience of a black metal festival at the old church are quite special as well, considering the theme of the fest.”
Tickets for the Hammerslag Festival can be purchased through Ticketmaster at http://www.ticketmaster.no/html/browse.htmI?l=EN&TOUR=HAMMER
About Metalunderground.com:
Metalunderground.com is a privately owned metal web site out of Frederick, Maryland that has been serving metal news for nearly five years. Its dedicated staff of metalheads updates the site daily with metal news and band news as well as show reports, interviews, reviews and everything else that has made Metalunderground.com a great place to discover new metal and one of the top metal sites on the ‘Net. For more information on Metalunderground.com, visit http://www.metalunderground.com/ or contact owner Doug Gibson at 301-512-4495.
About Hammerslag Festival:
Hammerslag Festival is Norway’s premiere black metal festival. The second annual festival spans two days, taking place on December 16 and 17 in Tønsberg, Norway featuring eight bands, primarily of Norwegian black metal. For more information, visit http://www.hammerslagfestival.net or contact Bjørn Almar Rolstad Johansen at +47 936 93 329.
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Holy Hip Hop: Taking The Gospel To The Streets, Vol.3 CD Release: October 25, 2005 Distributed Worldwide by: EMI Gospel
Community Feedback for Holy Hip Hop: Taking the Gospel to the Streets, Vol.3, In-Stores: October 25, 2005, featuring: Willie Will; Choze; Pro-Vision; Fedel; Eckspress; K-Drama, Mahogany Jones; MoBigga, NuSkool; Ryan Daniel; The Great Commission; XROSS.
(PRWEB) October 26, 2005 -- Community feedback given on the Go Ye DJs Mega-Mix Sneak Preview Email Sample, as a part of Holy Hip Hop: Taking the Gospel to the Streets, Vol.3, In-Stores: October 25, 2005, featuring: Willie Will; Choze; Pro-Vision; Fedel; Eckspress; K-Drama, Mahogany Jones; MoBigga, NuSkool; Ryan Daniel; The Great Commission; XROSS.
To see Community feedback, click here: http://www.holyhiphop.com/Press/sneakpreviewvolume3-communityfeedback.htm
Listen to Album Bonus: Go Ye DJ Mega-Mix, Click on the following link: http://www.holyhiphop.com/music/Untitled%20-%20Track%2002.mp3 [mp3]
To Provide Feedback on Mega-Mix, Click here: http://www.holyhiphop.com/Press/Summission2.htm
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For more information on the Global Movement to Take the Gospel to the Streets, log on to: http://www.HolyHipHop.com.
KEYWORDS [ Christian Hip Hop
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Los Angeles Goth Faves Pins and Needles Sign to Digital Label and Play East Coast Festival
Formed in the summer of 2004 Los Angeles Goth rockers Pins and Needles are here to infect the masses. By earning themselves a solid reputation in the local scene the band has recently signed to SRO Music (the digital leg of Long Live Crime Records).
Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) October 26, 2005 -- Formed in the summer of 2004 Los Angeles Goth rockers Pins and Needles are here to infect the masses. By earning themselves a solid reputation in the local scene the band has recently signed to SRO Music (the digital leg of Long Live Crime Records).
With their debut album produced by Goth legend Barry Galvin (Christian Death & Mephisto Waltz) it gives the band a nice blend of post-punk / death rock sound that they are all fans of.
With endorsements from Mick Mercer “[the first track on the album] ‘Speciman’ is superb and wouldn’t be too far behind Redemption’s ‘Disillusion’ as a contender for Goth song of the year” and Thomas Thyssen who raves “Pin’s & Needles should be more than proud of themselves. Their debut is one of the finest in months, if not years. It’s almost impossible to pigeonhole their sound and this is definitely one of the biggest compliments imaginable. A great effort, touched by the hands of the god of flanger guitars Mister Bari Bari of Mephisto Waltz fame” other rave reviews are not far behind.
Getting ready to play the Drop Dead Festival in New York City at the end of October were they will be playing along with UK’s Coffin Nails and US favorites Cinema Strange.
KEYWORDS [ goth
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