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Early adversity toughened Blanco for his current success. Now as a successful solo artist and label owner, Benny Blanco is set to put Tampa on the Southeast Hip-Hop map.

(PRWEB via PR Web Direct) November 3, 2005 -- Benny Blanco, Tampa's latest Hip-Hop Mogul, is making his play for the top of the charts with Operasione Leak Proof The Mixtape, a new mixtape album from his label, It's Nuffin' Records.

Blanco's career so far is the stuff of which champions are made and legends are born. His refusal to quit against long odds and adversity has only made him better. Benny Blanco is set to emerge as one of the rap games latest upcoming artists. This rapper and producer has not only displayed his proficiency on and off the mic, but has extended his efforts and passion for the music industry to create his very own label.

It's Nuffin' Records is set to become not just a hot new label, but a place where Blanco's business savvy and artist-friendly attitude will allow his stable of budding superstars to shine.

Early buzz for Blanco's mic skills was strong after his rhymes were featured on several New York City compilations. Quickly, the promise dimmed and Blanco struggled with record labels and several legal battles and decided to market himself overseas. Confidant in his ability as an artist, and backed by determination, he created his first solo album. The Bronx Tale was released to a receptive audience in Asia. It was an introspective album revealing his struggles as a new artist. Solid sales in Asia got Blanco sponsored onto his first major tour, solidifying his ability on the mic and giving him fresh momentum.

Blanco proved that a Latin rapper does not need to be a mere clich. He started his own record label, Its Nuffin Records, in 1996 so he could pave his own way to success while maintaining his roots. Since he made his own way toward a successful career, Blanco decided to build his own empire rather than sign his career away to a major label.

His relentless dedication to his music now has Blanco signing and working closely with his own artists as well as producing his own music. He currently has three new mixtape releases and a full album in the works. His early struggles in the U.S. and his hard-won success in Asia forced this young artist to grow in a very short period of time. His choice to strike out on his own has not only made him a successful entrepreneur but has positioned him to make serious noise within the music industry.

Its Nuffin Records released Benny Blancos latest project titled Operasione Leak Proof The Mixtape album this October 18th. Early reaction is building the street appetite and momentum for Benny Blancos upcoming album titled Water Front Rackets scheduled for release in early 2006. Production credits include, The Justice League (Young Jeezys Dont get Caught Toni Braxton, Juelz Santana), Decap Beats and many more.

The hot single to watch on the Album is titled Blow Feat: 2Pac Shakur which was released last October as a 12 Vinyl Test Press and helped Benny Blanco rocket up the Indie Charts at #3 by Star Fleet Music DJs and Record Pools along the Eastern Coast. Internet fans across the world have swiftly downloaded over 100,000 copies and counting. Operasione Leak Proof The Mixtape Album contains a Remix version of the Single Blow Feat: 2Pac Shakur as a hidden track on the CD.

For more information on Benny Blanco, visit http://www.itsnuffinrecords.com and check out one of Hip-Hop's fastest rising young stars.

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Tyrone Torres
It's Nuffin' Records Inc.
http://www.itsnuffinrecords.com/
727-410-7994

Deeyahs new single "What Will It Be" features mixes by LA Rapper Young MayLay and mixes by the UK's very own JD. The New single is out in January 2006.

(PRWEB) November 4, 2005 -- Deeyah, who is known to her fans around the world as the Muslim Madonna has teamed up with LA rapper Young MayLay for her new single What Will It Be. The new track will be released early next year and will deliver a strong statement about Deeyahs beliefs regarding the rights of women from all faiths and cultures; their right to speak out about social issues, sexuality, empowerment and to lead their lives the way they choose without the fear of reprisals or judgment.

Deeyahs new video (shot in LA and India) features the images of many women who have tried to lead their lives with freedom of expression in the way they dress and speak. Every image in the video has a story behind it, and in some cases, with very shocking endings. The women featured in the video images include: Heshu Yones, Hatin Surucu, Ghofrane Haddaoui, Fadime Sahindal, Sonay Mohammad and Afghanistans only female TV music presenter, Shaima Rezayee who was forbidden to go to school and murdered on the 18th May 2005 - The Afghani Police believe the way of she dressed and how she presented her TV show. was the sole reason she was killed.

What Will it Be also features hot rapper Young MayLay, who in currently the lead character of Carl CJ Johnson in the ever popular game Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas. MayLay was born on the West Coast and raised in Los Angeles amidst the turbulence of riots and gang violence and has been cultivating his lyrical skills since a teenager.

The Sunday Times have predicted Deeyah as the next big thing and her next single has already been played on specialist shows on Kiss 100, BBC 1xtra and Radio 1. The new single also features a mix by the talented producer JD whose version is proving popular on radio and clubs alike.

Born in Norway and living between the UK and US, Deeyahs influences are varied and range from Madonna to Dr Dre to Metallica. She has spent the past year working with the legendary producer, Darin Prindle, who has worked with Destinys Child, TLC, Madonna, Jermaine Dupri, Boyz II Men and Usher. Deeyahs latest video is self directed with the aid of John Lindauer whose past clients include Lauryn Hill, Mary J Blige, Lisa Stansfield, and Christina Aguilera to mention a few. With the last single In the UK Top 40, Deeyah is here to leave her mark

The new single, What Will It Be will be released in the UK on January 16th 2006 followed by the album titled Plan Of My Own via Brainwash Records. You can watch the video on Channel U (Selection 572) as well as many more soon.

www.deeyah.com / www.brainwashproductions.com.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT
PEDRO/RAKHEE AT FNIK PR on
0208 968 7333
07831 556 951
OR 07830 275 275

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Rakhee Gokani
FNIK PR
07830 275 275

Deal Will Enhance Programming and Syndication Opportunities for REACH Media Inc.

DALLAS, Nov. 4 /PRNewswire/ -- Tom Joyner's REACH Media Inc., formed by the top-ranked and award-winning nationally syndicated radio and television personality and businessman, has acquired the syndication rights to Russ Parr radio show, On the Air with Russ Parr, today in a deal with parent company, Radio One. Parr's show is the first new radio show added to the multi-media company's roster.

As of January 1, 2006, REACH Media Inc. and Radio One will be solely responsible for syndication of Parr's weekend radio show, On the Air with Russ Parr. Terms of the deal include syndication rights, overseeing advertising sales, and the creation and development of show content. Superadio, the company that currently distributes Parr's On the Air show, will continue to syndicate the show through the end of the year. Premiere Radio Networks will be handling the sales for the network.

David Kantor, CEO, REACH Media Inc., said, "The addition of Russ Parr is just the kind of talent we've been looking for to add to our programming line up."

Parr joins REACH Media and Radio One with an impressive and extensive resume. On the air since the late 80's with stints on the legendary KDAY - Los Angeles (the nation's first 24-hour hip hop station) and KJMZ - Dallas. Parr then became a permanent fixture on the airwaves of Radio One's 93.9 WKYS - Washington DC and became nationally syndicated shortly thereafter. Parr has also had his own record label, Raspur, and signed with the late Easy E's Ruthless Records. A devoted husband and father, Parr wears many hats including DJ, stand-up comedian, actor, film director and philanthropist.

Darryl Huckaby, vice president of operations for Russ Parr, added, "Russ Parr and his team have established themselves as the country's premier Hip Hop and R&B syndicated radio show. Reach Media brings a wealth of support and resources that will enable us to grow the Russ Parr brand tremendously in 2006 and beyond."

About REACH Media Inc.

REACH Media, founded by radio and television personality, philanthropist and entrepreneur Tom Joyner, is a multi-media company formed in January 2003 as the parent company of all of The Tom Joyner Morning Show and several other businesses that will target African-Americans through radio, television, event production and the internet. Its website, BlackAmericaWeb.com (http://blackamericaweb.com/), which has more than 900,000 members, is a virtual town square for visitors to get daily news, play games, search for jobs and listen to the Morning Show online. REACH Media also produces the Tom Joyner Family Reunion @ Walt Disney World Resorts (http://www.blackamericaweb.com/family), a three-day Labor Day Weekend event, featuring top-name performers, comedians, seminars and access to the theme parks and the "Tom Joyner Show," a nationally syndicated television show that will reach 70% of the general market and 85% of the African-American audience across the United States.

About Radio One

Radio One, Inc. (www.radio-one.com) is the nation's seventh largest radio broadcasting company (based on 2003 net broadcast revenue) and the largest company that primarily targets African-American and urban listeners. Pro forma for all announced acquisitions, Radio One owns and/or operates 69 radio stations located in 22 urban markets in the United States and reaches approximately 13 million listeners every week. Radio One also owns approximately 40% of TV One, LLC, an African-American targeted cable channel, which is a joint venture with Comcast Corporation and programs "XM 169 The POWER" on XM Satellite Radio.

Neil Foote
(972) 371-5840 / (214) 448.3765
Neil.foote@reachmediainc.com

Pilaar Terry / Doug Piwinski
(310) 854-4800
Bragman Nyman Cafarelli
pterry@bncpr.com / dpiwinski@bncpr.com

Source: REACH Media Inc.

CONTACT: Neil Foote of REACH Media Inc., +1-972-371-5840, or
+1-214-448-3765, Neil.foote@reachmediainc.com; or Pilaar Terry,
pterry@bncpr.com, or Doug Piwinski, dpiwinski@bncpr.com, both of Bragman Nyman
Cafarelli, +1-310-854-4800, for REACH Media Inc.

Web site: http://www.radio-one.com/

Web site: http://www.blackamericaweb.com/

November 11-13, 2005

A festival for up and coming artists/bands. This is one festival that will dedicate itself to helping the unsigned artists/bands. We will bring the industry to them.

(PRWEB) November 3, 2005 -- The Connexion International Music Festival will take place this November 10-13, 2005.

Connexion International Music Festival is the top music festival in its area and through its strategic relationships and stable funding and high profile sponsors is looking to become the premiere music festival internationally

The ConneXion International Music Festival will be held in Jacksonville Florida at the Radisson Riverwalk Hotel, 1515 Prudential Drive Jacksonville, FL. 32207

There will be THREE (3) days of musical performances, speaker panels, parties and one hell of a pool party. Musicians from all over the world and from all genres will showcase their talents in front of influential members from the entertainment industry. Live performances will take place at the Radisson Riverwalk out doors stage.

The Festival will host a KICK OFF opening night networking party to welcome participating artist and Industry November 10th, 2005. Some past performers of the CIMF are going to grace us with their music that are guaranteed to ROCK YOUR WORLD..

The panels are designed to help participants gain knowledge about the many facets of the music business and will include representatives from major and independent record labels as well as music critics, publishers, marketing specialists, publicists managers and entertainment attorneys.

Industry, Press/Media and accepted Artists get complimentary passes to all events. The Festival is designed to help artist grow both personally and professionally. The Festival is very affordable and prides itself on developing new artists with honesty and integrity.

Press and Industry can get all-access VIP complimentary passes by registering on our web site http://connexionfestival.com/press.php once registered we will add your name and company to our web site as Confirmed Featured Guest. Industry and Press can pick up their respective passes Thursday, November 10th from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. at the Radisson Riverwalk Hotel or at the time of arrival. Please bring your credentials to prove who you are.

About CIMF:
The ConneXion International Music Festival (CIMF) was founded in 2003 by Leslie Rovero. Rovero attended several festivals with artists that she managed only to discover that the organizers paid more attention to making money than to artist development. Soon after, the CIMF became a reality. Last year's inaugural festival in Jacksonville, Florida featured more than 100 artists and industry representatives from all over the world. CIMF was so successful that they were approached by several different sponsors in different cities all offering to host this year's festival. But our focus has always been on the artists and the overwhelming feedback that we received was for two annual festivals. CIMF East in Florida and CIMF West in Las Vegas.

The festival provides a platform to discover and develop new talent and promises to give exposure to a diverse range of promising performers. Artists from all over the world have the chance to showcase their talents and network with invited A&R executives, producers, publishers, music journalists, talent scouts, casting agents and filmmakers. Musical genres include Pop, Rock, Hip-Hop, R&B, Rap, Reggae, Latin, Folk, Country, Gospel ..all genres.

Contact:
Leslie Rovero
Executive Producer
LR Productions & Management, Inc.
136 7th Ave. South
Jacksonville Beach, Fl. 32250
904) 242-4630
www.connexionfestival.com

www.myspace.com/connexion

"It is better to be boldly decisive and risk being wrong than to agonize at length and be right too late."

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Leslie Rovero
LR PRODUCTIONS & MANAGEMENT, INC
904-242-4630

Super D, a Worldwide Music Wholesaler was ranked #304 on the 2005 Inc. 500 list of Americas Fastest-Growing Private Companies with a three year revenue growth of 426%. Revenue from 2001 to 2004 grew from $16M to $87M. Sales are still exploding as revenue in the first fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2005 was up 40% from 2004. Super D has grown into the first Worldwide One-Stop with an in stock product selection of music and video of 216,463 unique items from 24 countries in its Irvine, CA warehouse.

IRVINE, CA (PRWEB) November 4, 2005 -- Super D, a Worldwide Music Wholesaler was ranked #304 on the 2005 Inc. 500 list of Americas Fastest-Growing Private Companies with a three year revenue growth of 426%. Revenue from 2001 to 2004 grew from $16M to $87M. Sales are still exploding as revenue in the first fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2005 was up 40% from 2004. Super D has grown into the first Worldwide One-Stop with an in stock product selection of music and video of 216,463 unique items from 24 countries in its Irvine, CA warehouse.

How is Super D growing rapidly while the music industry is shrinking? Super D has been focusing on Superior Service, Selection and Technology in a worldwide marketplace and there are unlimited possibilities, said Jeff Walker, Founder and President. When you combine Superior Service, The Largest Selection, and Leading Edge Technology in the Worldwide Marketplace, you can produce exceptional results even in a declining industry. Super D has created the first Worldwide One-Stop for music where a brick and mortar or internet retailer anywhere in the world can purchase efficiently from one supplier.

Service - With thousands of music industry jobs being shed over the past few years, Super D has been able to build an experienced team of industry veterans. Super D currently has 180 employees up from 40 in 2001. In 2003, Super D was awarded the NARM (National Association of Recording Merchandisers) Medium Wholesaler of the Year.

Selection - With over 216,463 unique music and video items in stock from 24 countries worldwide, Super D has the largest selection of products offered in the world.

Technology - In 2002, Super D was awarded the Pinnacle Award for Innovation by Microsoft for Microsoft Business Solutions Software.

Super D is committed to continuing to grow in service quality, selection and improved technology to provide its customers the most efficient purchasing worldwide.

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Jeff Walker
SUPER D
http://www.sdcd.com/
949-225-1170

Partnership Brings Exclusive Latin Content for Your Cell Phone

NEW YORK, Nov. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Latin Superstar & Grammy Award winning producer, Emilio Estefan signs exclusively to BarrioMobile(TM), the Latin sister brand of BlingTones(TM). Like BlingTones, BarrioMobile -- a division of Lagardere Active North America (LANA) -- is a wireless service committed to producing and distributing exclusive, original content for cellphones including music, pictures, video, games and wallpapers.

Estefan will be joining the BarrioMobile family creating exclusive ringtones, ringbacks, and voicemail greetings. The decision to partner with Estefan was easy for BlingTones' Vice President of A&R Jonathan Dworkin as he explains, "Emilio is the veritable king of Latin music. BarrioMobile is about bringing the hottest, hippest music to the Latin community and he was a natural choice."

Emilio Estefan adds, "Our business has entered into an era whereby downloading ringtones and music over wireless networks is as common as rice & beans. Having the opportunity to partner with a global media company like Lagardere and to create and provide original content is just one more way that our unique style of writing and producing latin music can be exploited and heard world-wide."

BarrioMobile is the world's first wireless Latin record label, signing artists and producers to create exclusive, original, 30-second songs and full- length tracks for cellphones. BarrioMobile(TM) serves the Latin community by providing cellphone users content in Latin genres ranging from Reggaeton and Hip-Hop Latino to Dance and Rock en Espanol. Already on their roster are prominent Latin stars, including Pitbull, Tego Calderon, Don Dinero, Yerba Buena, Cuban Link, Louie Vega and many others. BarrioMobile is also committed to developing talent, and have signed up-and-coming artists like Gemstar & Big Mato, who were featured on N.O.R.E.'s crossover smash hit "Oye Mi Canto."

BarrioMobile's partnership with Estefan is the perfect extension to the booming Latino music scene. "We couldn't be happier about this new relationship with Emilio. He is a leader and an innovator, and he and his team really understand the power of what we are building. Most importantly, it's the opportunity to be creative in a nascent medium and to deliver exceptional music in a totally new way," says LANA CEO, Julien Mitelberg.

About Emilio Estefan

Estefan has been honored as a record producer with 28 Grammy nominations and 14 wins, including a Grammy for Producer of the Year. He has received the highest recognition a songwriter can achieve, being inducted into the Songwriters' Hall of Fame in 2001 and was named the 2004 BMI Songwriter of the Year. Most recently, he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Estefan is credited with the global crossover success of his superstar wife Gloria, Shakira, Jennifer Lopez, Ricky Martin and others. Although best known for his accomplishments in the musical arena, he has also successfully ventured into the film and television industry, executive producing the Latin Grammys, Superbowl halftime shows, Olympics opening and closing ceremonies and various music specials for CBS, NBC, Univision, Telemundo, HBO and Showtime.

About BlingTones

BlingTones(TM) launched in September of 2004 as the world's first wireless record label and has sold over 4.5 million downloads in that time. BlingTones(TM) represents the next level in the ringtone phenomenon, bringing exclusive and original content to cellphone users including music, wallpaper, voice ringers, ringbacks, images, video, etc.

About Lagardere Active North America

Lagardere Active North America (LANA) is the U.S. division of Lagardere Active Broadband, the new media subsidiary of Lagardere SCA. LANA, which launched operations in January 2004, creates branded content for cellphone subscribers. In addition to BlingTones(TM), LANA created BarrioMobile(TM), a sister brand serving the Latin community by providing cellphone users with exclusive ringtones in popular latin genres ranging from Reggaeton and Hip-Hop Latino to Dance and Rock en Espanol. LANA, in collaboration with sister company Hachette Filipacchi Media U.S., a leading special interest magazine publisher and has also launched Car and Driver Mobile, ELLE and ELLE Girl Mobile and based on Hachette's successful brands.

Source: BarrioMobile

CONTACT: Simone Smalls, simone@susanblondinc.com, or Tamar Juda,
tamarj@susanblondinc.com, both of Susan Blond, Inc., +1-212-333-7728,
ext. 118

The Official Spirit Mixes the Greatest Latin Music Artists and ABSOLUT(R) Drinks to Cap the Night's Festivities

NEW YORK, Nov. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ABSOLUT(R) Vodka, the official Spirit of this year's Latin GRAMMY(R), will add its distinctive sense of style and fun to the official Latin GRAMMY after-party with the illuminated ABSOLUT(R) BAR. The after-party will feature a true ABSOLUT experience -- from the drinks to the decor to the partygoers. The statuesque and dazzling Sofia Vergara will blaze through the party with Award winning Latin Hip-Hop band Akwid. This trio will spice up the party while ABSOLUT keeps the drinks flowing. THE ABSOLUT BAR will feature the latest "it" cocktails, including Atrevete, Coqueta and Antojo, as well as seven of ABSOLUT's evocative flavors. The celebration kicks off at 8:00 PM sharp on the glittery balcony of the Pacific Design Center, with views of Hollywood and beyond.

"Latin GRAMMYs and ABSOLUT(R) make the perfect duo; both celebrate Latin culture and musical achievement, which is why this marquee sponsorship is perfect for our brand. The ABSOLUT(R) BAR will complement the glamour of the evening's festivities," said Matthias Aeppli, Vice President of Marketing for the Absolut Spirits Company, Inc.

The 6th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards will be broadcast live on the Univision Network (8 p.m./7c) from the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on Nov. 3. The after-party will begin immediately following the show.

ABSOLUT(R) VODKA is a premium vodka and the third largest international spirits brand in the world. ABSOLUT continues to lead the flavored vodka segment with the first and third best selling brands, ABSOLUT CITRON(R) and ABSOLUT MANDRIN(R), respectively. Since the introduction of ABSOLUT PEPPAR(R) in 1986, its first flavored vodka, the ABSOLUT Family has continued to excite the category with flavors like ABSOLUT MANDARIN, ABSOLUT CITRON, ABSOLUT KURANT(R), ABSOLUT VANILIA(TM), ABSOLUT RASPBERRI(TM) and ABSOLUT APEACH. To maintain premium quality all ABSOLUT VODKA is made using a continuous distillation process and created from all natural ingredients in Ahus, Sweden.

About The Absolut Spirits Company, Inc.

The Absolut Spirits Company, Inc., headquartered in New York, is a subsidiary of V&S Group and operates under the auspices of V&S Absolut Spirits in Stockholm, which produces and markets ABSOLUT VODKA, ABSOLUT CUT, Level Vodka, DANZKA Vodka, FRIS Vodka and Plymouth Gin. The Absolut Spirits Company, Inc. imports ABSOLUT VODKA, Level, DANZKA Vodka and Plymouth Gin in the US and distributes the brands through FutureBrands LLC, a joint venture with Jim Beam Brands.

About the Latin Recording Academy

The Latin Recording Academy is an international, membership-based organization comprised of Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking recording artists, musicians, songwriters, producers and other creative and technical recording professionals. The organization is dedicated to improving the quality of life and cultural condition for Latin music and its makers. In addition to producing the Latin GRAMMY Awards to honor excellence in the recorded arts and sciences, The Latin Recording Academy provides educational and outreach programs for the Latin music community. For more information about The Latin Recording Academy, please visit www.grammy.com.

www.absolut.com. ENJOY WITH ABSOLUT RESPONSIBILITY(TM).

Press Contacts:
Jeffrey Moran
The Absolut Spirits Company
212.641.8720
jeffrey.moran@absolut.com

Andrea Sahakian
Axis / The Multicultural Agency
917.593.1397
asahakian@theaxisagency.com

Source: Absolut Spirits Company, Inc.; Latin Recording Academy

CONTACT: Jeffrey Moran of The Absolut Spirits Company, +1-212-641-8720,
jeffrey.moran@absolut.com; or Andrea Sahakian of Axis / The Multicultural
Agency, +1-917-593-1397, asahakian@theaxisagency.com, for Absolut Spirits
Company, Inc. and Latin Recording Academy

Web site: http://www.absolut.com/

Web site: http://www.grammy.com/

* 60 Channels of Commercial-Free Rock, Pop and Classical Music

* 40 Channels of News, Sports and Entertainment

* 30 Games of Play-by-Play NHL Action per Week

* 10 Channels of Canadian Content

NEW YORK, Nov. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio (NASDAQ:SIRI) today announced that its Canadian affiliate, SIRIUS Canada, will offer 100 channels of programming when it begins broadcasting next month. With a full 100 channels of the best music, news, sports, and entertainment available, SIRIUS Canada will provide the most comprehensive satellite radio service in the country. SIRIUS Canada will also be the only satellite radio provider to include 10 Canadian music and information stations in both English and French for all Canadians, including a multilingual service.

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/19991118/NYTH125 )

"We are launching SIRIUS Canada with 100 channels of music, entertainment, sports and information -- the true A-List," said Mark Redmond, President and CEO, SIRIUS Canada. "With 60 channels of commercial-free music, incredible sports coverage from the NFL, NHL and the NBA, great entertainment programming from Maxim to Martha Stewart and up-to-the-minute news from CBC/Radio-Canada and the BBC, SIRIUS Canada will have it all."

"Canadians will be able to experience SIRIUS Canada's programming in time for the holidays. As the fastest growing satellite radio provider in North America, SIRIUS will have the greatest depth and variety of any satellite radio company in Canada," he added.

SIRIUS Canada's premium satellite radio service will be available soon at Future Shop, Best Buy, London Drugs, The Source by Circuit City, Canadian Tire and many other leading retailers throughout Canada. Consumers wanting more information on the SIRIUS Canada service can do so at: www.sirius-canada.ca. SIRIUS Canada premium subscription service will be priced at $14.99 (CAD) a month.

SIRIUS Music

SIRIUS Canada will offer a total of 60 commercial-free music stations to make up the widest range of music available. SIRIUS programmers will feature the best selections in rock, pop, country, Christian, jazz, hip hop, electronic, dance, R&B, Classical and show tunes.

* Pop - Featuring the top music from today and everyone's favorites from
yesterday. Pop channels include SIRIUS Hits-1 playing the songs at the
top of the charts, Rock 'n roll from the late 50's to the early 60's on
SIRIUS Gold, the best music from the 80s on Big 80's and BBC Radio 1
featuring new music from the U.K. Listeners will also be able to hear
French artists like Jorane and Pierre Lapointe on Rock Velours and
Energie2.

* Rock - From today's cutting-edge new sounds to all the great classic
rock from yesterday. Rock channels include classic rock on Classic
Vinyl, the latest alternative hits on Alt Nation, pure hard rock on
Octane, Jimmy Buffet's Radio Margaritaville, Stephen Van Zandt's
Underground Garage and Faction an action sports lifestyle channel.
Listeners can also tune in to Canadian rock on Iceberg Radio and hear
up-and-coming Canadian Francophone artists on bandeapart and English
artists on CBC Radio 3.

* Electronic, Dance, Hip-Hop/R&B - Electronic and dance channels include
trance and progressive house on Area 33, downtempo electronica on Chill,
and the sounds of classic dance on The Strobe. Hip-Hop/R&B channels
include raw Hip-Hop on Hip-Hop Nation, uncensored tracks on Eminem's
self-styled channel, Shade 45 and classic soul and Motown on Soul Town.

* Country - Featuring a wide range of country music from yesterday and
today. Country stations include today's biggest stars on New Country,
classic country from The Roadhouse, the genre's renegades and rogues on
Outlaw Country and homegrown, heartfelt bluegrass music on Bluegrass.

* Jazz & Blues - Jazz & Blues channels featuring contemporary jazz on
Planet Jazz, smooth jazz on Jazz Cafe, new age instrumental music on
Spa73, and authentic blues on Sirius Blues.

* Standards and Classical - Featuring classic singers, big band music and
show tunes. Channels include Standard Time, Broadway's Best, Symphony
Hall and SIRIUS Pops.

* Latin & International - The best in Latin and world music. Channels
include today's top Latin music on Universo Latina and music from around
the world on The Globe.

SIRIUS Sports

SIRIUS Canada will provide the best in-depth sports coverage that will satisfy even the biggest Canadian sports fan. With live, play-by-play action on three dedicated SIRIUS play-by-play channels, Canadian sports fans will be able to tune into their favorite NBA and NFL games throughout the season. In addition, SIRIUS Canada will broadcast a wide variety of NHL hockey games on a nightly and weekly basis. SIRIUS Sports channels will also feature news, talk and athlete interviews on ESPN Radio and ESPN News, live coverage, news, talk and opinion of the NFL on SIRIUS NFL Radio. In addition, SIRIUS Canada will be offering hard core Canadian sports fans the best in sports and talk on Hardcore Sports Radio, provided by Score Media.

SIRIUS News and Public Radio

SIRIUS Canada will carry a variety of news and public radio programming. These channels include CBC Radio One and Première Plus featuring Canadian news from CBC/Radio-Canada in both French and English, call-in talk radio from NPR Now, up-to-the minute financial and business news from Bloomberg Radio, and international news from CNN, BBC World News and RCI Plus - a multilingual news and information channel.

Especially for Women

SIRIUS Canada will offer channels and programming geared toward Women including Martha Stewart Living Radio featuring shows on cooking, home and pet keeping, gardening, collecting and crafts as well as Cosmopolitan Radio (February 2006).

Comedy

SIRIUS Canada will feature comedy channels that include uncensored comedy on Raw Dog and comedy for everyone on Laugh Break.

SIRIUS Talk

SIRIUS Canada will offer diverse talk-radio stations as part of the Canadian subscriber package. SIRIUS Canada Talk stations include news, information and entertainment for the Gay and Lesbian communities on SIRIUS Out Q, SIRIUS' flagship talk station SIRIUS Stars, talk radio for guys on MAXIM Radio, entertainment industry news on E! Entertainment Radio, breaking news on ABC News/Talk, and news and information for commercial drivers on SIRIUS Trucking Network.

International

SIRIUS Canada will bring subscribers the world including Spanish-language entertainment and talk on Hispanic Talk, and Latin American news on BBC Mundo.

Canadian Channels

Within the 100 channel line-up, SIRIUS Canada is pleased to announce a total of 10 Canadian satellite radio channels in both English and French and one multilingual service. Canadian channels on SIRIUS include:

* CBC Radio One - Canada's top-rated radio news and information source,
featuring national and international headlines, in-depth business,
political and arts reports and award-winning documentaries.

* CBC Radio 3 - dedicated to Canada's burgeoning indie music and culture
scene and the place to discover the best in new Canadian music first.

* Iceberg Radio - commercial free Canadian Rock provided by Standard
Broadcasting and programmed by leading Canadian music programmer Liz
Janik.

* Hardcore Sports Radio - Canadian sports news and talk provided by Score
Media delivers sports information to the Canadian sports fan 24-7.

* Premiere Plus - A Radio-Canada channel providing French language daily
reports and magazines covering news, current affairs and culture at home
and abroad.

* InfoPlus - All French language news 24 hours a day, combining the best
of Radio-Canada and public broadcasters from around the world, including
Radio France Internationale.

* bandeapart - a Radio-Canada channel dedicated to the best emerging
Francophone pop, rock, electronica, hip-hop, punk and world music.

* Rock Velours - A French-language channel playing the best Canadian soft
rock provided by Astral.

* Energie2 - A French-language channel playing pop, modern rock and urban
music in both French and English provided by Astral.

* RCI Plus -Radio Canada International programming for Canadians in
English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, Russian, Ukrainian and
Mandarin, which will be enhanced by programs from around the globe.

About SIRIUS Canada

SIRIUS Canada is a Canadian corporation owned by CBC/Radio-Canada, Standard Radio Inc. (Canada's largest privately-owned radio network) and SIRIUS Satellite Radio (U.S.), the fastest growing satellite radio company in North America. The SIRIUS satellite radio service is a world-class digital audio platform that will offer Canadians high-quality digital music, news, sports and entertainment programming, including an exclusive line-up of Canadian channels. Key sports programming will include the NFL, NBA and NHL games. SIRIUS Canada is committed to supporting Canadian musical talent and will be investing $20 million toward local development initiatives over the next seven years. SIRIUS Canada will reach Canadians wherever they live, from urban centers to the most remote regions of the country.

About SIRIUS U.S.

SIRIUS delivers more than 120 channels of the best commercial-free music, compelling talk shows, news and information, and the most extensive sports programming to listeners across the country in digital quality sound. SIRIUS offers 65 channels of 100% commercial-free music, and features over 55 channels of sports, news, talk, entertainment, traffic and weather for a monthly subscription fee of only $12.95. SIRIUS also broadcasts live play-by- play games of the NFL, NHL and NBA and is the Official Satellite Radio Partner of the NFL and NHL.

SIRIUS products for the car, truck, home, RV and boat are distributed by Alpine, Audiovox, Brix Group, Clarion, Delphi, Directed Electronics, Eclipse, Jensen, JVC, Kenwood, Magnadyne, Monster Cable, Pioneer, Russound, Tivoli and XACT Communications. Available in more than 25,000 retail locations, SIRIUS radios can be purchased at major retailers including Best Buy, Circuit City, Crutchfield, Costco, Target, Wal-Mart, Sam's Club and RadioShack. SIRIUS is also available at heavy truck dealers, truck stops and travel centers nationwide.

SIRIUS radios are currently offered in vehicles from Audi, BMW, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Infiniti, Jaguar, Jeep(R), Land Rover, Lexus, Lincoln-Mercury, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, MINI, Nissan, Scion, Toyota, Porsche, Volkswagen and Volvo. Hertz currently offers SIRIUS at major locations around the country.

Click on www.sirius.com to listen to SIRIUS live, or to find a SIRIUS retailer or car dealer in your area.

Any statements that express, or involve discussions as to, expectations, beliefs, plans, objectives, assumptions, future events or performance with respect to SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. are not historical facts and may be forward-looking and, accordingly, such statements involve estimates, assumptions and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements. Accordingly, any such statements are qualified in their entirety by reference to the factors discussed in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2004 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Among the key factors that have a direct bearing on our operational results are: our dependence upon third parties, including manufacturers of SIRIUS radios, retailers, automakers and programming partners, our competitive position and any events which affect the useful life of our satellites.

G-SIRI

Media Contacts:

Jim Collins
SIRIUS U.S.
212-901-6422
jcollins@siriusradio.com

Jeff Roman
Edelman for SIRIUS Canada
416-979-1120 ext. 246
jeff.roman@edelman.com

Source: SIRIUS Satellite Radio

CONTACT: Jim Collins of SIRIUS U.S., +1-212-901-6422,
jcollins@siriusradio.com; or Jeff Roman of Edelman, +1-416-979-1120 ext. 246,
jeff.roman@edelman.com, for SIRIUS Canada

Web site: http://www.sirius.com/

Wed. November 2, 2005 - Tues. November 8, 2005

NEW YORK, Nov. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Notable this week . . .

New Video Adds:
Beginning Monday, November 7
Fiona Apple "O'Sailor"
James Blunt "You're Beautiful"
Lisa Marie Presley "Idiot"
Goo Goo Dolls "Better Days"
The Eurythmics "I've Got a Life"

"You Oughta Know" - VH1 fills you in on artists on the rise. Get acquainted with these essential new artists.

James Blunt - This ex-soldier has gone from riding in tanks to topping the UK charts with the ballad "You're Beautiful," that Elton John has compared to his own hit "Your Song." The candor and catchiness of Back to Bedlam is the reason for Blunt's success -- the CD showcases a disarmingly tender voice that speaks with the heart of a true romantic.

Leela James - This pint-sized dynamo with the huge voice and the thick cloud of hair is sick of modern hip-hop's skanky side and wants to get back to the gritty sounds made by heroes like Al Green, Sam Cooke and Aretha Franklin. Her debut "A Change is Gonna Come" should have any fan of old school R&B jumping for joy. She calls her music "back porch soul;" it bursts with deep grooves (courtesy of Kanye West and Wyclef Jean), and songs to make you sob and shout.

Aqualung - London-based Matt Hales aka Aqualung started getting involved in music at a young age, composing a symphony at age 16. Hales landed one of his songs "Strange and Beautiful (I'll Put A Spell On You)," in a UK VW Beetle commercial which coincided with the release of his self-titled debut. People started clamoring to find THAT song and his album of dark and haunting songs became a hit. He renders his heartbreak with subtlety, preferring to let whispery vocals create a string of moody atmospheres. And believe it or not, he says he's never heard the Jethro Tull tune.

* all times ET/PT

What's on VH1.com?

Hear Music First
Floetry: Flo'ology - (Dreamworks)

One sings. The other's a poet. Together they'll knock your socks off with their smart, funny and touching rap-soul. http://www.vh1.com/artists/az/floetry/1141177/album.jhtml

Cyndi Lauper: The Body Acoustic - (Epic)

She gives the hits you love some cool makeovers, and Sarah McLachlan, Ani DiFranco and Shaggy are along for the ride. http://www.vh1.com/artists/az/lauper_cyndi/1141530/album.jhtml

This Weeks Top 20 Countdown:
1. Kelly Clarkson "Because of You"
2. Kanye West "Gold Digger"
3. Mariah Carey "Shake It Off"
4. Green Day "Wake Me Up When September Ends"
5. Black Eyed Peas "My Humps"
6. Nickelback "Photograph"
7. Gorillaz "Feel Good Inc"
8. Weezer "Beverly Hills"
9. Sheryl Crow "Good is Good"
10. Pussycat Dolls "Stickwitu"
11. Santana featuring Michelle Branch & The Wreckers "I'm Feeling You"
12. Coldplay "Fix You"
13. Aqualung "Brighter Than Sunshine"
14. The Killers "All These Things That I've Done"
15. Leela James "Music"
16. Audioslave "Doesn't Remind Me"
17. Ricky Martin featuring Fat Joe and Amerie "I Don't Care"
18. Destiny's Child "Stand Up For Love"
19. Alanis Morissette "Crazy"
20. Franz Ferdinand "Do You Want To"

What's on VH1 Classic?

On Sunday, November 6 at 12 noon and 12 midnight VH1 Classic premieres an all-new "Alternative" which gathers together your favorite -- and forgotten -- videos by such pioneers as The Cure, Echo & The Bunnymen, New Order, Bauhaus and The Smiths among many clove-cigarette smoking others. Up on deck this week: Depeche Mode.

Members David Gahan, Andy Fletcher and Martin Gore visited the VH1 Classic studio to promote their new album "Playing The Angel." The legendary group discussed the creation process of their new record, the overlaying theme of the album, and the impact their individual side projects had on the new record.

David Gahan on why Depeche Mode, "There was this underlying feeling of unfinished business. I've always feel like that with Depeche. I feel we've got more to do. And I can't really describe it any better than that. It's like we're not done yet. Martin [Gore] and I will know when it's time to hang up the hat and leave it alone, and not mess with it anymore."

Contacts: Lori Hornik/VH1

212-846-7131

Source: VH1

CONTACT: Lori Hornik, VH1, +1-212-846-7131

Web site: http://www.vh1.com/

Leading battery maker joins forces with the authority on urban automotive lifestyles to promote its Energizer(R) e2(R) Titanium Technology(R) batteries

ST. LOUIS, Nov. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Today, Energizer is announcing a partnership with DUB magazine, the authoritative voice of urban automotive lifestyles, to promote Energizer's innovative e2 Titanium Technology batteries through an extensive marketing program in 2006.

(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20051103/NYTH087 )

DUB's roots in the hip-hop and car customization cultures, combined with Energizer's commitment to high performance, longer-lasting products makes for an unexpected partnership. But together they are reaching out to those who value their own unique style -- including the "tuner" culture, which exploded onto the scene after celebrities like 50 Cent and Latrell Sprewell have spent millions of dollars customizing their rides. The collaboration supports Energizer's continuous effort to keep the music going by tapping into the trend-setting DUB lifestyle of individualism.

"Most people associate DUB with celebrities, music and customized automobiles, so they may ask why Energizer?" said Myles Kovacs, founder of DUB magazine. "In actuality though, we both focus on providing consumers with top-of-the-line products that will in one way or another, allow them to express their individuality and uniqueness."

Energizer and DUB are kicking off their partnership at the 2005 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas the week of October 31, 2005. As part of the program, consumers can enter a sweepstakes to win a tricked-out Dodge Charger, dubbed the Orange Whip, in the fall of 2006. A prototype of the custom DUB-produced Charger will debut at the SEMA Show.

In addition to the sweepstakes, consumers can view the DUB-produced Charger on the 2006 DUB Magazine Car Show and Concert Tour, which hits 14 cities nationwide, beginning in February. The partnership includes promotional support and retail-tainment events, limited edition collectible die-cast cars at retail, a custom Web site for consumers to download screen savers and other offers, and featured programming on MTV's hit show, Cribs. Selected advertising support also is being finalized for the remainder of 2006.

"We're thrilled about the DUB partnership, because it demonstrates our company's mission to find innovative ways to engage consumers," said Jeff Ziminski, vice president of marketing for Energizer. "Our focus for the e2 brand is a younger audience who lives and breathes its individualism in every aspect of their being, and the partnership makes complete sense to accomplish this goal."

Additional information on Energizer e2 Titanium Technology batteries can be found at www.energizer.com. To learn more about DUB magazine and the 2006 DUB Magazine Car Show and Concert Tour visit www.dubpublishing.com, or check out DUB's booth at SEMA in Las Vegas for more information on the program.

Energizer(R) e2(R) Titanium Technology(R) batteries provide longer lasting power in high-tech devices.(*) They are manufactured by St. Louis, Mo.-based Energizer Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:ENR) , one of the world's largest manufacturers of primary batteries and flashlights and a global leader in the dynamic business of providing portable power. In addition, Energizer is the parent company of Schick-Wilkinson Sword, the second largest manufacturer of wet shave products in the world. Visit www.energizer.com for more information.

(*) Vs. Energizer(R) MAX(R), in average of industry standard tests

For more information, contact:
Christine Johnson, Weber Shandwick: 314-552-6747 or
Jackie Burwitz, Energizer: 314-985-2000

Photo: NewsCom: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20051103/NYTH087
AP Archive: http://photoarchive.ap.org/
PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com

Source: Energizer

CONTACT: Christine Johnson of Weber Shandwick, +1-314-552-6747, or
Jackie Burwitz of Energizer, +1-314-985-2000, both for Energizer

Web site: http://www.energizer.com/
http://www.dubpublishing.com/

Chicago-- Local designers have come together to host a winter benefit fashion show. Proceeds from all ticket sales will help purchase winter clothing items for relocated hurricane victims. Nikki Woods of WGCI-107.5 FM and the Crazy Howard McGee Morning Show will serve as the guest emcee.

What: Fashion S.O.S. - a benefit show featuring local designers

When: Friday, November 4, doors open at 7 p.m. show starts at 9 p.m.

Where: Chicago: Catalyst Ranch, 656 W. Randolph

Who: This is an opportunity to for all Chicagoans to come out and support our newest residents as they get ready for their first windy city winter.

Tickets are $15 in advance and available by contacting Will Larkin at 773-704-7485 or Raschanda Hall at 773-802-7423. Identity Clothing, Undeniably You is the organizing designer for this charity event. Other presenting designers include Kifani, MEEKIS Designs, Plum de'Shel - Fashion for the Future....Why Wait, C. Farr Dezignz, Fashion Fetish, and Maria/Marie Fashions. In-kind sponsors for "Fashion S.O.S." include Catalyst Ranch, D'Lonzo Artistry and Kulture's Salon & Spa.

For more information or to register as press, please email Raschanda@excite.com

Raschanda Hall
Show Publicity Coordinator
773/802-7423

Announcement comes on the heels of the release of Daz and Kurupt's highly anticipated album Dillinger & Young Gotti II: Tha Saga Continuez

Los Angeles, California -- November 2, 2005
This contest will allow more artists the opportunity that they would otherwise not get if they were just knocking on the record label doors. The record label is actually knocking on their doors, this is a wonderful opportunity.

Arnold White explains, "The contest is a very fun contest. We announce the winners on DPG TV and the four final contestants will get the opportunity to battle it out right on television. While Daz, Kurupt and myself judge their performance. It will definitely be a DPGC Idol. And my television viewers will get the opportunity to judge as well. This is a perfect opportunity for an artist to really determine if he will be the next Tupac, wherever he or she reside."

Daz Dillinger explains, "This announcement should come as no surprise because I love to develop new artists." Dillinger continues, "I chose November 1st as the day to start the contest because it is the debut of me and Young Gotti's reunion album- Dillinger II Young Gotti The Saga Continues. I think that with this reunion we need to celebrate it by adding on additional members to the group. We need to spice it up a bit."

CONTEST RULES:

NOVEMBER 1 - FEBRUARY 1, 2006

Beginning Tuesday, November 1, and until 12 a.m. on Wednesday, February 1, 2006 the Dog Pound Gangster Crip Artist Idol will begin

HOW TO ENTER:

Mail your music, including bio and photo with contact information to:
The Best Pitch
DPGC Idols
Post Office Box 16254
Savannah, Georgia 31416
www.thebestpitch.com

The Best Pitch will then forward the packages to DPGC headquarters all contestants who qualify based on the contest rules listed below:

HOW TO WIN:

Participants will find out that they have won by 3 different ways:

*DPG Television, Arnold White or another representative will announce the winners on his hit television show DPG TV, channel 66.

*Participants must sign up to the website http://www.d-p-g-c.com , and the Forum Administrator will email the forum informing the winners of who won.

*The Best Pitch will call you to let you know that you have been picked as the final contestants. If you sign up to the website http://www.thebestpitch.com/bestpitchnewsletter.html

If the artist is ineligible, elects not to participate, or is not available within 24 hours of the winner announcement then they will void their ability to win, and we will pick another artist to take their place.

PRIZES:

DPGC runner ups will appear on the DPG Television show
DPGC winner will get to go on tour with Daz Dillinger and Kurupt, win a record label deal and become produced by Multi-Platinum artist Daz Dillinger

11-1-05
Miami Fl- Wells Wright, Founder Of -Whatspoppincentral.com ,Popin Party Pass, and Platinum entertainment group, today named Entertainment Executive and Marketing consultant ,T. Julian Gipson Director of multimedia and Strategic partnerships/branding.

Whatspopincentral.com and popinpartypass.com is the first and most successful entertainment service online to offer affordable hotels and event/party passes
To the most popular urban minority party destinations such as , Black college reunion
Essence festival, NBA all-star weekend, Kentucky Derby , bayou classic ,kappa beach week, Soul train awards, Indiana Black expo,Cancun memorial day party, Source awards
And many more.

T. Julian Gipson is a former IBM executive who is currently founder and CEO of Brilliant Marketing & consulting, an Internet marketing company with clients such as Nellys applebottoms clothing line, Lisaraye, Viacom, Atlantic records, NBA & NFL sports teams, Clear Channel, Secure cash network, and First Debit- debit card to name a few.

Wells Wright recently made the announcement in Miamis south beach as he and Gipson prepare for the 2006 schedule. Troy Julian Gipson will bring experience, and three things I need to the table, internet technology, west coast and Midwest events, and
Important entertainment relationships with record labels, film companies and corporate entities said Wright , We are happy to have him help us reach new levels .

Gipson stated: Whats popin and Platinum entertainment group is poised to move beyond southern events & parties and bring their unique services and fun to the masses, by adding Hollywood and Midwest parties, events and expos.

Platinum entertainment group PEGS.COM offers branding and marketing solutions for artists , models, labels, corporations, programmers and multi media outlets.

Contact: platinum entertainment group- pegsonline.com or whatspoppincentral.com
At 1888-555-1212
or email multimediadirector@pegs online.com
Fax 1-305.777.1234

Websites: - whatspoppincentral.com poppinpartypass.com pegsonline.com

Stoni Is The First Hip Hop Producer To Be Endorsed As A Professional User Of PreSonus Audio Products

New York, November 1, 2005- PreSonus Audio, developer and manufacturer of music studio equipment and software, has selected a new face to market their music production interfaces, announcing Stoni as their newest artist spotlight. A new face in hip hop music production, Stoni knows the process of making great music and the importance of reliable production gear. In the spotlight, Stoni breaks down how PreSonus gear plugs into her studio set up.

With our latest spotlight, we hope to tap into the world of hip hop music and bring a new force of energy into the production studios. Because Stoni understands music production and stands behind our products, the possibilities are endlesss says Brad Zell, Marketing Manager.

About PreSonus
Founded in 1995, PreSonus Audio Electronics is known for delivering professional quality audio products at affordable prices to audio professionals, musicians, and hobbyists around the world. The PreSonus staff in the sales, engineering, and customer service departments all have years of experience in professional audio as musicians and sound engineers which brings passion for music-making to every facet of the company. PreSonus founder and President Jim Odom is credited with two RIAA Certified Gold Records, one Certified Platinum Record along with two Ampex Golden Reel Awards as a musician/producer/engineer.
About Stoni

Initially gaining her buzz after winning a beat battle competition in New York City, Stoni has become a new face in hip hop music production. Her introduction to the world of hip hop came after she was the first female hip hop music producer to be featured in Scratch Magazine, the bible for hip hop music producers. Expect to hear from Stoni as she continues to go hard in the studio, working on upcoming projects.


PreSonus Audio Electronics, www.presonus.com

Stonis website, www.stonisndz.com

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Contact: L'ay / WordsForward PR
wordsforward@aol.com
917.478.4371

First Feature Film Creation for Beastie Boys

NEW YORK, Nov. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- THINKFilm has acquired all worldwide rights to AWESOME; I F**KIN' SHOT THAT, a cinematic celebration of the hugely popular music group Beastie Boys, it was announced by President and CEO Jeff Sackman. A formally innovative feature film experience, it was directed by Nathaniel Hornblower (a.k.a. "M.C.A," a.k.a. band member Adam Yauch) and produced by Hornblower and Jon Doran. THINK plans to open the recently-completed film in Spring, 2006 following significant festival presentations early next year.

On October 9, 2004, the Beastie Boys handed out 50 cameras to audience members at their sold-out performance in New York's famed Madison Square Garden. These 50 different passionate perspectives shot from the point-of-view of the audience take the viewer deep inside the world of a live Beastie Boys show, prismatically and kinetically capturing the experience of a live musical performance like no film has ever done.

"'Awesome' is the only word that can describe the experience of watching this film," says THINK theatrical division head Mark Urman. "It's totally modern and witty aesthetically, but also fabulous to watch and listen to." Sackman adds, "We have been pursuing this film aggressively since we first read about it and think that Adam, Jon, and the rest of their team at Oscilloscope Films are the equal of any filmmaking team we've worked with when it comes to having a vision and realizing it to its best and fullest potential." Yauch added "I'm glad that the film has found a home with THINK. Sh*t has been bubbling for a minute and now THINK is gonna light a match."

The first white rap group of any significance, The Beastie Boys have enjoyed two decades of top-of-the-charts success since their 1986 album "License to Ill" and its hit single, "Fight for Your Right," catapulted them to international acclaim and fame. Their last three albums ("Ill Communication," "Hello Nasty," and "To the 5 Boroughs") were best-sellers, each reaching #1 on the American Album charts. Their latest, "Solid Gold Hits," a compendium of career highlights is about to be released by Capitol Records. In 2000 A two-disc video set with many of the band's videos -- most directed by Hornblower/Yauch -- was created by Yauch and released by The Criterion Collection. It remains the only music-video anthology released by the noted archival brand. The most unique feature of the DVD is the ability to switch audio tracks and video angles in any number of combinations. Yauch intends to author similar features on the AWESOME DVD, which THINK will release next summer.

Beastie Boys Mike D (Michael Diamond) and Adrock (Adam Horovitz), star in AWESOME along with Yauch and guests. The film was photographed, as Yauch says, by "a bunch of untrained camera operators. But that gives the film sincerity. The people that shot it, were feeling it."

The deal was negotiated by Sackman, Urman, Senior Vice President of Acquisitions and Business Affairs Randy Manis, and Acquisitions Vice President Daniel Katz on behalf of THINK. Roger Arar and Ken Anderson of Loeb & Loeb represented the filmmakers.

THINKFilm is a privately held company with offices in Toronto and New York.

Source: THINKFilm

CONTACT: James Lewis of mPRm, +1-323-933-3399, jlewis@mprm.com, for
THINKFilm; or Alex Klenert of THINKFilm, +1-646-293-9400,
aklenert@thinkfilmcompany.com

NOTE TO EDITORS: If you need high resolution artwork from the film to accompany this announcement, please email your request to jlewis@mprm.com

Schedule of Events:
November 4th 5th, 2005
3rd Annual H2Ed [Hip-Hop Education] Summit: Activate!
Bronx Museum of The Arts

New York NY (November 1, 2005) The Hip-Hop
Association [H2A], a non-profit organization dedicated
to facilitating, fostering and preserving Hip-Hop
culture and its community, invites Award Winning song
writer Jack Knight to attend their annual arts and
culture events for 2005.

Jack Knight is a hit urban songwriter and producer
whose credits include hit singles by Monifah, Total,
Carl Thomas, Faith Evans, Guru, Loon, P. Diddy and
Usher. Jack initially came to the forefront as an
urban soul writer and producer, working with the likes
of Total, Monifah, Blackstreet and Chico DeBarge.

After scoring a couple of hits behind the scenes,
Knight decided to move into the realm of recording,
releasing his critically acclaimed debut album, Gypsy
Blues (Universal) in the summer of 1999. He was the
first writer signed to Sean "P. Diddy" Combs
publishing company, "The Writing Factory" a subsidiary
of Bad Boy Entertainment where he continues to write,
record and produce hit records on a regular basis for
artists including Mary J. Blige, Lil' Kim, J. Lo and
P. Diddy.

Jack is currently collaborated with award-winning
songwriter and SongU.com co-founder, Sara Light, on a
book about writing well-crafted songs geared toward
the urban market. Recently Knight finished working on
the Biggie Duet Album and Lil Kims record the Naked
Truth. A dedicated member of the Grammy board and a
volunteer with the New York School of the Art system
this young, intelligent man is on a journey to teach a
and change peoples life through the teachings his
gift, writing from the soul.

The Hip-Hop Association utilizes Hip-Hop culture as a
tool to effectively encourage critical thinking,
social change and unity, while empowering communities
through educational and cultural initiatives. This is
accomplished through two media and education programs:
H2O [Hip-Hop Odyssey] and H2Ed [Hip-Hop Education]
Summit

Knight speaks on how Hip Hop Education is important,
" I truly believe that there are two things in our
world that Transcend Race, Culture, Politics, and
Religion. To me those two things are Self-education
and Music. I say self-education because the effort it
takes for a young person from the inner cities of New
York, Europe, Africa, and Latin America to read and
educate them, helps build an unseen force of
intellectual understanding and communication.

Music on the other hand, in particular music of
the hip hop genre. Brings the Urban and world
culture's together with no concern's other than
recognizing our struggle, at the same time we still
have a good time dancing, Rapping, and dressing.

The Hip-Hop education summit is both brilliant and
pioneering in bringing these two elements of culture
together in a fun and exciting way. I'm honored to be
apart of this movement the same way the forefathers of
this country were honored to be apart of the
declaration of independence"

Check out www.songu.com/TWFC for more info on Award Winning Song
Writer Jack Knight

JMedia..(Bright Ideas)
Jessica Taylor-Publicist
prindustrymedia@yahoo.com
jmedia@mycingular.blackberry.net
New York, New York
917-783-6073

NEW YORK, Nov. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Harris Nesbitt, the U.S. investment and corporate banking arm of BMO Financial Group (NYSE:BMO) Toronto, will host its Media & Entertainment investor conference on Monday, Nov. 7, and Tuesday, Nov. 8, with a full slate of corporate presenters from the broadcasting, entertainment, Internet media and interactive entertainment industries.

Harris Nesbitt equity research analysts Jeffrey Logsdon (Entertainment), Lee Westerfield (Media) and Edward Williams (Interactive Entertainment) will host the event. The two-day conference, taking place at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in New York City, features corporate presentations and Q&A with senior management from leading media and entertainment companies. Highlights for the event's first day include author/media commentator Ken Auletta as the keynote speaker during the luncheon as well as a roundtable discussion with buyside analysts. The second day features an overview of the interactive entertainment industry by Mr. Williams.

Members of the media are asked to call (312) 461-6625 if they would like to attend the event and/or schedule an interview with Harris Nesbitt's equity research analysts.

Presentations are being broadcast live via the Internet through a special link that can be accessed at:
http://www.harrisnesbitt.com/conferences/media&entertainment

Harris Nesbitt is an investment and corporate bank offering clients access to a full range of products and services including investment and corporate banking, treasury services, market risk management, institutional investing and research. Harris Nesbitt is part of Harris, an integrated financial services organization providing more than 1 million personal, business, corporate and institutional clients with banking, lending, investing and financial management solutions. Harris Nesbitt is a member of BMO Financial Group (NYSE:BMO) Toronto. For more information, please visit http://www.harrisnesbitt.com/ .

Internet: http://www.harrisnesbitt.com/

Harris is a trademark used by various financial service subsidiaries of Harris Financial Corp. Banking products and services are provided by Harris N.A. and other bank affiliates. Members FDIC. Insurance and annuities are offered through Harris Bancorp Insurance Services, Inc. (HBIS). Securities are provided by Harris Nesbitt Corp. (HNC), a registered broker dealer, member NYSE, NASD and SIPC. HBIS and HNC are wholly-owned subsidiaries of Harris Financial Corp. Products offered by HBIS and HNC are Not Insured by the FDIC or any Government Agency - Not a Deposit of or Guaranteed by any Bank - May Lose Value. The purchase of insurance or an annuity is not a condition on any bank loan or service. Financial planning and investment advisory services are provided by Sullivan, Bruyette, Speros & Blayney, Inc., an SEC-registered investment advisor. Family Office Services are provided by Harris my CFO, Inc. Investment Advisory services are also offered by Harris my CFO Investment Advisory Service LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Harris myCFO, Inc. Not all products and services are offered in every state and/or location.

Source: Harris Nesbitt

CONTACT: Chris Nardella, Chicago, +1-312-461-6625, or Kevin Windorf, New
York, +1-212-885-4111, or Mirette Ghanem, Toronto, +1-416-867-4924, all of
Harris Nesbitt

Web site: http://www.harrisnesbitt.com/
http://www.harrisnesbitt.com/conferences/media&entertainment

LAS VEGAS, Nov. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) -- DUB Magazine, the publication dedicated to the lifestyle which runs parallel with custom car enthusiasts, has integrated Kenwood HD Radio(TM) Receivers into 10 customized vehicles at this year's SEMA Show. DUB Magazine has combined exotic and highly customized vehicles that are commonplace in celebrity circles with cutting edge HD Radio technology at this year's show.

Customized vehicles with HD Radio can be found at the following locations at SEMA:

* Tony Stewart DUB Edition HUMMER H2 -- American Racing (TIS) #40527
* Shaquille O'Neil Cadillac Escalade -- DUB Magazine Area (outside front
South Hall)
* DUB Edition Jeep Commander -- Mopar Alley
* DUB Edition Jeep Commander -- DUB Magazine Area (outside front South
Hall)
* Budweiser DUB Edition Dodge Magnum -- DUB Magazine Area (outside front
South Hall)
* Cadillac Escalade Ext -- DUB Magazine Area (outside front South Hall)
* DUB Edition Chrysler 300C -- Mopar Alley
* DUB Edition Chrsyler 300C -- DUB Magazine Area (outside front South
Hall)
* DUB Edition Dodge Magnum -- Mopar Alley
* DUB Edition Dodge Magnum -- DUB Air Booth

"The DUB lifestyle is about individualism, being unique, along with seeing trends and setting them before they happen," said Myles Kovacs, DUB Magazine publisher. "HD Radio will change the way the influential urban youth listeners experience terrestrial radio stations. The technology offers radically improved audio, more choices with new programs and visual elements taking the vast world of car customization to new heights."

About HD Radio

Over 2,800 radio stations in the U.S. are in the process of converting to the HD Radio system with more than 500 HD Radio broadcasters currently on the air. HD Radio technology transmits digital audio and data alongside existing AM and FM analog signals, allowing listeners with HD Radio-compatible receivers to enjoy CD-quality sound, while virtually eliminating the static and hiss typically associated with analog radio. Beyond delivering superior sound, the technology provides a platform for advanced new services, including scrolling text on receiver display screens (e.g., artist names & song titles, weather forecasts, school closings); delivery of real-time traffic updates to vehicles; and multicasting -- a feature that allows FM stations to broadcast up to eight digital streams of programming over a single frequency and in addition to existing analog signals. HD Radio receivers are now available or expected later this year from: ADA, Alpine, Boston Acoustics, DaySequerra, JVC, Kenwood, Panasonic, Radiosophy, Rotel, Sanyo, and Yamaha, with many more under development.

About DUB Magazine

DUB Magazine is the authoritative voice of the urban automotive universe. We chronicle the ever-changing landscape of automotive accessories and combine it with the appeal of celebrity driven vehicles and their personal flavor. At DUB, we pride ourselves in being the first publication dedicated to covering celebrity-driven vehicles and giving you a first-hand look at the expansion of a multi-billion dollar industry which revolves around the vast world of car customization. DUB has become the official voice of the powerful and influential urban youth segment and is officially recognized as the pioneers of what is now know as the DUB revolution. It's no wonder that industry professionals and tastemakers look to DUB as the only real source for future trends in the urban automotive market.

Source: iBiquity Digital Corporation

CONTACT: Vicki Stearn of iBiquity Digital Corporation, +1-410-872-1565,
mobile: +1-301-233-0200, stearn@ibiquity.com, or Frank Guglielmi of Hass MS&L
Public Relations, +1-248-458-8828, mobile: +1-248-705-7567,
frank.guglielmi@hassmsl.com, for iBiquity Digital Corporation

Full Tracks Download Direct to Mobile Phones and Computers

ANDOVER, Mass., Nov. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Groove Mobile, the world's leading mobile music service, is teaming with Sprint (NYSE:S) to power the first mobile music service available in the United States. Packed with hundreds of thousands of songs and the latest technological innovations, the Groove Mobile platform bridges the PC-mobile phone divide by downloading full music tracks direct to mobile phones and computers.

"Sprint is partnering with Groove Mobile because of their global leadership in providing innovative features to their mobile music service platform," stated Paul Reddick, Sprint's vice president for business development and product innovation. "The Sprint Music Store extends our leadership in the delivery of easy-to-use mobile music services that are instantly accessible with the push of a button, right from the phone."

Where other services fail to link the phone with the PC, Groove Mobile and Sprint provide simultaneous dual-downloads as well as enhanced audio quality for tunes downloaded to computers. Groove Mobile also offers users the ability to transfer songs from their computer to their mobile phone. The new Sprint music player is extremely easy to use, and features album art while tracks are playing. In addition, it allows users to make custom playlists of their favorite tracks. The store features Weekly New Releases, What's Hot, Breakthrough Artists, and Special Featured Charts, in addition to the ability to search by artist and/or song title

Groove Mobile is the world's leading provider of music from both major label artists and independent artists. Following today's expansion with Sprint into the American market, Groove Mobile is now operating mobile music platforms in the US, UK, EU and Asia.

"The first US launch of a mobile music service solidifies our worldwide leadership in bringing music direct to mobile phones," stated Bathsheba Malsheen, Groove Mobile's President and CEO. "Our constant innovations, including simultaneous dual downloads direct to phones and PC's, are driving our expansion in the UK, EU, Asia and now the US."

ABOUT GROOVE MOBILE

Groove Mobile is the world's leading mobile music service. Groove Mobile's Complete Music Gateway includes Full Track Mobile Downloads, Peer-to-Peer Sharing and Personalized Music Recommendations, in addition to providing Personalized and Programmed Streaming Radio, Music Subscriptions, and more. Groove Mobile powers the #1 rated mobile music service in the UK, Orange's Music Player. Groove Mobile launched the world's first secure peer-to-peer distribution in the mobile space, with its pioneering TELL-A-FRIEND feature. Groove Mobile's direct download service is available in the UK, EU and Asia and provides access to music from EMI, Warner Music International, V2, and Beggars Group libraries. On the Internet, Groove Mobile is located at www.groovemobile.net.

CONTACT: Bennet Ratcliff of Group SJR, +1-310-806-6200, or bratcliff@groupsjr.com, for Groove Mobile.

Source: Groove Mobile

CONTACT: Bennet Ratcliff of Group SJR, +1-310-806-6200, or
bratcliff@groupsjr.com, for Groove Mobile

Web site: http://www.groovemobile.net/

Hip Hop fans across the world can now access the world's only live
freestyle battle website. Emcees eager to test their skills with other
for free.

November 1, 2005, Freestyle Battling online, now all you need is a
microphone. Web Developers Trailblaze Studios have launched a website
allowing users worldwide to engage in live hip hop battles.
LetsBeef.com has managed to eliminate all of the inconveniences of
battling online, and created a user-friendly system which allows
instant audio recording online over real instrumentals.

The online audio interface gives Emcees a chance to work on their
skills
anytime, and has eliminated the need for you and your opponent to be
available simultaneously. LetsBeef.com is an environment where you get
quality feedback from other users, and improve your craft.

"I have never seen or experienced anything as remarkable as the ground
breaking, Online Audio MC Battle website LetsBeef.com" states Nebula
from Champ Entertainment NYC, owner and creator of the largest Hip hop
beats database exclusive at MonstaBeats.com

Trailblaze Studios specializes in advanced web and multimedia
development. Our team, based out of Toronto, Canada is comprised of
leading edge web designers and programmers.

LetsBeef.com Contact
Varun Malhotra
Trailblaze Studios
Cell Phone: (647) 887-1678
varun@letsbeef.com
www.letsbeef.com

LOS ANGELES, CA -- (Market Wire - Nov 02, 2005) -- American IDC/SmartSMS Corp.'s (OTC: ACNI) CEO Gordon Lee announced today that Hip-Hop's up and coming icon "V," short for (Villain: Very Intelligent Legend Living As Inspiration Nationally), has announced that he has chosen SmartSMS text messaging to promote a contest giving away many valuable prizes.

This amazing new text campaign kicks off just as SmartSMS starts to "roll-out" its multitude of campaigns in the exploding world of text messaging. SmartSMS is at the forefront of Premium SMS Campaigns to sweep America.

The artist "V" and his independent record label "Higher Ground Records LLC," have combined a number of sponsors together to provide the following giveaways for his SMS Fan Club:

-- There will be Two Custom Choppers, one for a male and one for a
female, built by Lucky 7 Chopper and designed by Infinite Design, both
located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA.

-- There will be Two Fox Fur Coats, one for a male and one for a female,
courtesy of Good Brothers located in NY, NY.

-- There will be a selection of Belt Buckles and Trinkets from Silver
Star located in San Clemente, CA.

The opportunities are endless when dealing with Higher Ground Records LLC, as anything can happen. A compilation of all of the registered entries that are text messaged to SmartSMS will determine the contestants for each prize. The winners will then be chosen randomly from those groups.

Complete competition details will be available on www.vs-ent.com under RULES.

It is easy to vote for a chance to win:
(1) On your mobile phone, type in the letters: HG
(2) Send to: 76278
(3) You will immediately get a response.
(4) Reply HG YES to 76278 and your entry will be registered!

Remember to enter the access code "HG YES" to register your entry. You must be registered to enter for a chance to win one of the many prizes. Visit www.vs-ent.com for details on the contest, the artists, and all the prizes. 0.99 cents per/msg.

American IDC/SmartSMS Corp. owns and operates the technology developed by Smart Entertainment. Smart Entertainment was the first premium text messaging company to emerge from Europe, making it the pioneer of Premium Mobile Entertainment worldwide.

Most text messages cost less than one dollar per message received, and callers have the option to cancel instantly.

For further information and a brochure, please contact Gordon Lee, CEO at 310-999-1984.

See also: www.SmartSMSCorp.com , www.AmericanIDC.com.

About American IDC/SmartSMS Corp.:

American IDC (American IDC Corp.), a public company (OTC: ACNI), is an Internet entertainment company that specializes in mobile marketing campaigns for major brands. American IDC owns and operates the SmartSMS Text Messaging technology. This technology, which was originally developed and deployed in Europe, provides keen insight into the consumer market in creating branding and marketing campaigns that produce results. To date, the platform has successfully launched over 300 campaigns worldwide. Both Smart Entertainment and American IDC are headquartered in Los Angeles, with additional presence in New York, Europe, Mexico, South America and Asia.

About Smart Entertainment:

Smart Entertainment ("SMART") is a leading consulting and advertising firm that specializes in developing marketing campaigns for major brands. SMART has come to rely on invaluable experience from Europe for keen insight into the consumer market in creating branding and marketing campaigns that produce results. To date, Smart Entertainment has successfully launched over 300 campaigns worldwide. SMART is headquartered in Los Angeles, with additional presence in New York and Europe. Smart Entertainment and its companies are privately held. SmartSMS is a trademark of Smart Entertainment. American IDC Corp. owns the SmartSMS technology and is a significant shareholder of Smart Entertainment.

Forward-Looking Statements: With the exception of historical information, this news release and accompanying information may include forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from those anticipated as a result of various risks. There are numerous factors that could contribute to such differences; therefore such projected events and anticipated results are not warranties or guarantees that such events will occur or that the Company will achieve such results. For more information about this corporation and risks involved in the investment of their publicly traded shares, please see the company's web site(s), and/or documents filed with the SEC, which are easily accessible in the EDGAR database system.

Contact:
Higher Ground Records
Josiah Bruny
951-536-5167

American IDC/SmartSMS Corp.
Administration
310-445-2599
www.SmartSMSCorp.com

Investor Relations/Media Contact
Gordon Lee
310-999-1984
Smart Entertainment
Halldor Sanne
310-666-7340
www.smartentgroup.com

Think you know music? In a band you want people to know about? Want to know where the best gigs are? Then DiscussMP3.com is for you.

(PRWEB) November 2, 2005 -- DiscussMP3.com is a new forum for the discussion of music, MP3s and related topics. On DiscussMp3.com you can exchange recommendations for music, discuss your favourite bands, talk about the best MP3 players around, proclaim your love (or hatred) of the iPod, and much more.

DiscussMP3.com has a rapidly growing member-base, all of whom are interested in music to varying degrees. The DiscussMP3.com staff are all music lovers, and the forums have a lighthearted, welcoming tone.

If you want to discuss anything relating to music, MP3s, bands, gigs, new releases, audio technology and maybe even some general chat, DiscussMP3.com is the place to be.

The DiscussMP3.com Staff
http://www.discussmp3.com/

Internship educating College students in music business begins its second semester.

(PRWEB) November 2, 2005 -- When the Sophist Label Launch Internship Program began in Spring 2005, Sophist Productions CEO Reed Baker could not predict the wild success of the program. Ten interns participated in the first internship program, mostly in the New York City area, yet this Fall semester the program jumped to 25 interns in 14 states.

The goal of the Sophist Label Launch is to supply college students with the know-how, support and real-world opportunities needed to launch a record label and release an album in an environment congruent to the city, state or even nation as a whole. The program condenses all the major movements a label goes through in order to release its first project, Baker explains.

Students hit their home campuses hard securing campus radio and newspaper coverage of Sophist events, setting up and managing contact lists to disseminate Sophist happenings and distributing merchandise such as the clever Get your REED on bookmarks. Students are encouraged to set up listening parties and attempt to book members of Sophist Productions at a campus event to interact with students. Skills covered include public relations, marketing, radio promotion, mobile marketing, event planning, and retail promotion.

Candidates are selected from all colleges and universities and there is no major requirement to participate in the program. Internships should not require experience since the primary purpose of such programs is to give an interested participant a foot in the door. All candidates need are a strong interest in the music business - we teach everything else, said Internship Coordinator Danielle Culmone.

Since participating in the program, Sophist Intern Peter Brunwasser, a Communications and Media Arts major at Rockland Community College, has gone on to manage his own hip hop artists as well as found the first hip hop music club on his campus. REED was the main motivation I had when I created the club. Now I manage my own artists and Ive improved my networking skills. My personal goal is to create a buzz about REED and make him a part of my campus, Brunwasser said.

Interested undergrad and graduate students can apply as Sophist Productions seeks to give everyone a chance to experience the music industry. Recruitment has begun for the programs third semester starting in February 2006. Interested students should contact Danielle Culmone at 646.226.5861.

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Ida S. Langsam
ISLPR
http://www.islpr.com/
212-541-7595

BAY CITY, MI and PHILADELPHIA, PA--(MARKET WIRE)--Nov 1, 2005 -- RMD Entertainment Group (OTC BB:RMDG.OB - News) announced today that their entertainment division has put the finishing touches on a deal with Big Kuntree. Following RMD's deal announcement with Philadelphia phenomenom Roc Monee, Big Kuntree's deal is a three-album agreement that will allow both Roc Monee and him to fortify RMD's strong foundation in the hip-hop community.

Similar to Roc Monee, Big Kuntree is a force to be reckoned with on the microphone and in person. Formerly a standout athlete at the University of Tennessee, Kuntree combined his wisdom from the streets with his athletic focus and developed a formula for hip-hop success. His current album (2006 release) couples his raspy southern twang with highly intellegent ryhmes and take the rap game in a whole new direction.

While the dirty south continues to elevate hip-hop to new heights, Big Kuntree has refined his southern skills and added a healthy dose of East Coast flavor to deliver a diverse experience that RMD Entertainment feels will enhance their repertoire.

RMD President and CEO Giorgio Costonis had this to say, "Much like the Roc Monee deal, Kuntree will be brought into our corporate fold by not only signing on for a three-album deal, but he will also be occupying a position within RMD. The foundation of dirty south hip-hop reaches far beyond a specific sound, style, or flow; it is a frame of mind that Big Kuntree was born with and we are fortunate to have on our roster."

About RMD Entertainment Group.

RMD Entertainment (RMD) is a cutting-edge entertainment company with a primary focus on selling hip-hop music internationally. Additionally, the company markets other Hip-Hop lifestyle products to its music audience. RMD has a vast worldwide distribution network for its music to be sold to the end consumer in compact disc formats, digital downloads, and personal ring tones for mobile customers. RMD's hip-hop catalogue is exclusively distributed by Bungalo Records in North America, which is exclusively distributed by Universal Music Group. RMD's dance music catalogue is exclusively distributed by Inversus Records of Miami, FL.

Truly a global company with well over 60 years combined experience in the music industry, RMD has had nothing but success on the international level and its staff producers have collaborated with some of the most influential names in the music scene today, such as Sting, David Byrne of the Talking Heads, George Kranz, Freedom Williams of C & C Music Factory, Steve Winwood, Robin Scott, and jazz saxophone legend Bill Evans, among others.

About Sciax Defense

Sciax Defense is an emerging leader in defense imaging systems for law enforcement and military personnel engaged in counter-terrorism and other special security operations. Sciax America Inc. and Sciax Technology Inc. are wholly owned subsidiaries of Sciax Corp. (http://www.sciax.com). Wolf Pack, the company's tactical remote viewing system, is manufactured under license from Eomax Corp. and is used by law enforcement and military organizations in North America and Europe. Customers include military and law enforcement agencies of the U.S. and German governments, contraband interdiction units of Canada Customs, and LAPD-SWAT.

This release contains forward-looking statements with respect to the results of operations and businesses of Sciax Technology Inc., Sciax America Inc., RMD Entertainment Inc. and Sciax Corp., which involve risks and uncertainties. The company's actual future results could materially differ from those discussed. Risks and uncertainties of the company will be detailed from time to time in the company's periodic reports. The company intends that such statements about the company's future expectations, including future revenues and enforcement and defense imaging system earnings, entertainment product earnings, and all other forward-looking statements, be subject to the "safe harbor" provision of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

CONTACT:

Jed Wallace
Publicist
Phone: (310) 234-3200
jwallace@mphpr.com

Elliott Nadel
Investor Relations
516-750-9719
en@empirerelations.com

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Source: RMD Entertainment Group

With Clarence Clemons, Patty Smyth, Wonder Mike (Sugar Hill Gang), Chris Barron (Spin Doctors) and Host Dee Snider

'First Course' to Debut on VH1's Broadband Entertainment Network Vspot Seven Days Before the Special Debuts on VH1 Classic

VH1 Classic Invites Viewers to 'Pay to Play' in Music Video-Thon for Hurricane Katrina Relief Up to Thanksgiving

NEW YORK, Nov. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- VH1 Classic is serving up its annual "A Very Classic Thanksgiving" special on multiple platforms this year including dishing out the "first course" on Vspot, VH1's broadband entertainment (http://vspot.vh1.com/) seven days before the special bows on VH1 Classic.

"A Very Classic Thanksgiving" invites some of the most accomplished names in music to the VH1 Classic family table for a four-course, holiday dinner set to premiere on Thanksgiving Day, November 24 at 7:00 PM.* DEE SNIDER (Twisted Sister) hosts this year's gathering which includes CLARENCE CLEMONS (The E Street Band), PATTY SMYTH (Scandal), WONDER MIKE (Sugar Hill Gang) and CHRIS BARRON (Spin Doctors).

To complement VH1 Classic's multiplatform approach this holiday, classic music lovers will be able to download polyphonic ringtones from some memorable songs by the featured artists at www.VH1.com.

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, these artists who represent different musical styles and eras join together and celebrate the one common passion that they are all thankful for -- their love of music. They gather at the "grown ups' table" at New York's Hard Rock Cafe and answer questions submitted by VH1 Classic viewers. During the special we learn:

-- The first time that Clarence Clemons saw a rock band live was Bruce
Springsteen and the E Street Band -- the first time that he performed
with them.

-- Patty Smyth opened for Andy Kaufman when she was only 14.

-- Chris Barron would like to write a song with Willie Nelson.

-- If Wonder Mike wasn't with the Sugar Hill Gang, he'd be the quarterback
of the Dallas Cowboys because his throwing arm was that good.

VH1 Classic Invites Viewers to "Pay to Play" in Music Video-Thon for Hurricane Katrina Relief Up to Thanksgiving

VH1 Classic has partnered with renowned pop culture artist Peter Max to launch its "Pay to Play for Hurricane Katrina Relief" campaign on the VH1 Classic web site (www.vh1classic.com). Viewers can make financial donations to Mercy Corps and in return request their favorite classic rock, pop & R&B music videos to be played on the channel. Mercy Corps is an international humanitarian relief organization currently providing assistance to families in the Gulf Coast who have been impacted by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita.

VH1 Classic and Peter Max have devised a "scale of support" based on the amount of money that viewers donate:

-- For every $25 donation, a viewer can request one video to be played on
VH1 Classic. Donors will be notified by email when their video request
will be played.
-- For a $200 donation, a viewer can request eight (8) separate videos and
receive a Peter Max limited edition poster specific to hurricane relief
autographed by the artist himself.
-- For a $35,000 donation, Max will paint your very own portrait. You
will also get to program VH1 Classic for a whole hour with your
favorite music videos from the 60s, 70s, 80s and early 90s.

VH1 Classic on-air hosts Amy Scott, Eddie Trunk, Toni J and Lynn Hoffman are now introducing the requested videos -- and who requested them. The video-thon, airing throughout the channel's music video blocks, will run through Thanksgiving.

Launched in 2000, VH1 Classic is a 24-hour network that presents music videos, concerts and music specials all day long, featuring the best rock, soul and pop artists from the 60s, 70s and 80s including The Beatles, The Stones, Tina Turner, Led Zeppelin, Marvin Gaye, The Who, Stevie Wonder, The Police and many more. VH1 Classic is available on all digital cable satellite platforms, reaching 33 million households across the country.

* all times ET/PT

Contact: Brett Henne/VH1 Maura Wozniak/VH1 Erica Cantwell/VH1
212-846-6752 212-846-7325 212-846-3683

Source: VH1 Classic

CONTACT: Brett Henne, +1-212-846-6752; Maura Wozniak, +1-212-846-7325;
or Erica Cantwell, +1-212-846-3683, All of VH1

Web site: http://www.vh1classic.com/
http://www.vh1.com/
http://vspot.vh1.com/

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- RightsLine, Inc., the leading provider of enterprise solutions for rights management, today announced that EMI Music North America went live with RightsLine software to streamline processes and improve the performance of its licensing business. RightsLine's software will give EMI real-time access to valuable business information that will streamline its licensing and clearance process, making it more efficient while also optimizing costs.

"By using RightsLine's software, EMI Music has more efficient and timely access to asset rights ownership information, content availability, deal activity status, and financial analysis," said Colin Finkelstein, CFO, EMI Music North America. "Furthermore, this will help us speed our clearance processes and increase our responsiveness to our licensing clients."

"EMI initially considered expanding its existing licensing system, but ultimately decided that was too risky and costly," said Mike Ballanco, senior vice president, Information Technology, EMI Music North America. "Only RightsLine provided us with a centralized, flexible system that could meet our regional needs."

"We are excited to work with EMI Music, a global leader in their market," said Russell P. Reeder, Chairman and CEO, RightsLine, Inc. "By selecting RightsLine, EMI clearly sees the opportunity to gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace while simultaneously improving the overall performance of their licensing business.

Over the last twenty years, companies have been implementing new enterprise software applications to streamline their financial, manufacturing, human resources and service processes. Now, companies recognize the next opportunity for major improvement in business performance comes from automating their intellectual property business processes by implementing a new type of enterprise software -- Enterprise Rights Management."

About EMI Music

EMI is the world's largest independent music company, operating directly in 50 countries. Its EMI Music division represents more than 1,000 artists spanning all musical tastes and genres. Its record labels include Angel, Astralwerks, Blue Note, Capitol, Capitol Nashville, EMI Classics, EMI CMG, EMI Records, EMI Televisa Music, Manhattan, Mute, Parlophone and Virgin.

About RightsLine

RightsLine, Inc. is a leading provider of business applications software, enabling companies to increase revenue and lower operating cost from licensing content, trademarks, and copyrights. In a time when shareholders are pushing management to do more with less, RightsLine provides the first software solution focused on increasing revenue from intellectual property while driving down overhead costs. From automating licensing and sales divisions to improving financial accountability, RightsLine provides a proven set of rights management, licensing and royalty products, allowing our customers to increase revenue, satisfy compliance requirements and improve efficiencies.

For more information about RightsLine, please visit us on the web at www.rightsline.com.

(C)2005 RightsLine, Inc. All Rights Reserved. RightsLine is a trademark of RightsLine, Inc. All other products and brand names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Source: RightsLine, Inc.

CONTACT: Brian Deeley of RightsLine, Inc., +1-310-281-6494,
bdeeley@rightsline.com

Web site: http://www.rightsline.com/

Media Industry's Leading Business and Advertising Strategist Joins Executive Leadership Team in Newly Created Position

NEW YORK, Nov. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- MTV Networks, a unit of Viacom Inc. (NYSE:VIA)(NYSE:VIA.B) , today announced that Michael J. Wolf, former managing partner of McKinsey & Company's Global Media, Entertainment and Information practice, has been named President and Chief Operating Officer.

(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20051101/NYTU106 )

In this newly created senior executive position, Wolf will lead the Company's business and technology operations, including Advertising Sales, Affiliate Sales and Marketing, Business and Strategy Development, Business and Legal Affairs, Finance, Information Systems and Technology, and Production Operations. He will also help in setting and implementing the Company's evolving multiplatform strategy to serve its audiences across all screens with the most compelling content. He will report directly to Judy McGrath, Chairman and CEO of MTV Networks.

"As one of the most respected business and advertising strategists in our industry and our trusted senior advisor for over a decade, we're thrilled that Michael is joining MTV Networks," said Judy McGrath. "His incredible operational, digital media and marketing expertise will help us further extend our global brands across multiple platforms. He will also help us become an even more valuable partner to our advertisers, distributors and international business partners looking to solve their most difficult marketing challenges in today's changing media landscape."

McGrath continued: "I know that Michael's compelling vision about the digital future of our industry will allow us take full advantage of new and emerging opportunities in today's marketplace. And as we continue to transform every aspect of our business, Michael will ensure that we're running as agilely, effectively and strategically as possible. We're very lucky that he is joining us, and I'm very excited to work with him."

"Judy is one of the most talented and visionary executives in the media industry, and I'm delighted to join her and her team to help implement global business strategies," said Wolf. "I look forward to helping the Company accelerate its transformation into a multiplatform business and partnering with advertisers to help them connect with our audiences, wherever they are, in ever more compelling and meaningful ways."

Wolf added, "MTV Networks is the one company in the entertainment industry where the Internet meets television and television meets the Internet. It's the nexus of the new and the old. It's an exciting time to partner with these world-renowned brands that have always been global leaders in both driving and embracing change and innovation."

Wolf has been the leading consultant to the CEOs and senior managers of many of the world's leading media, information, and entertainment companies for the past 16 years and has led a number of the major transactions, strategic alignments and innovations in these industries.

During his tenure at McKinsey & Company, Wolf focused on helping senior management define the future of their companies while solving their most important and complex business problems, including issues surrounding operations, organization, strategy and marketing.

He joined McKinsey in 2001, in an unprecedented move as the firm's first-ever outside senior partner hire. He subsequently built McKinsey's partner group and capabilities into the largest global practice serving the media, entertainment and information industries.

His clients have included many of the top global media conglomerates that are leaders in filmed entertainment, cable television, music, broadcasting, home video, interactive video games, online, magazines, newspapers, educational publishing, sports, DBS, theatrical, theme parks and book publishing. He has also advised companies in the related areas of merchandising, direct marketing, themed retail, toys and consumer electronics.

Before joining McKinsey, Wolf was a Senior Partner with Booz Allen & Hamilton, where he founded and led the Media and Entertainment Group and built it into one of the largest segments of the firm. He served on Booz Allen's Board of Directors and Executive Management Committee and was also the firm's Chief Marketing Officer. In 2000, his partners recognized him with the firm's Professional Excellence Award.

He is a member of the boards of trustees of WNET and WLIW (New York's Public Television Stations), The International Radi