Monday, Jul 21, 2008 10:59 am EDT
Terrell Owens is a sweet, sweet man
By MJD
If you get mowed down by a Honda Civic, you'd be extremely lucky to have Terrell Owens nearby. You might think that he'd just stand there, do some shirtless sit-ups while you bled to death, insinuate that you're gay, and then demand to know why you don't throw footballs to him more often.
Not the case, as it turns out. Sam Alipour, a writer for ESPN's Page 2, found out the hard way that Owens is a kind-hearted fellow. After the ESPYs were taped on Wednesday night, Alipour was hit by a car. When he came to, here's what he saw:
Terrell Owens was standing over me. I'm told he was the first do-gooder on the scene of the accident. That he helped me to my feet and off the street to safe ground. That he didn't leave my side. It seems the mercurial Dallas Cowboys receiver is my hero. But my hero looks scared, and this scares me.
"Wow, you all right, man?" Owens kept asking me, but in a manner that would suggest there is no possible way that I, in fact, could be all right. "Don't move. Just sit there. Breathe. Don't move."
It's now that I noticed the car's jacked windshield, which sports a hole the size of, well, my upper torso.
Yikes, I did that?
"That was crazy. Crazy," Owens confirmed. "You all right, man?
I'm fine, nothing to worry about, but Owens is so concerned, so kind, and I'm so touched by this -- we hardly know each other -- that I think my lip is quivering. There's a good chance I could break down like T.O. at that news conference. (It's just not fair. That's my receiver, man.)
Alipour wasn't seriously hurt, and Owens didn't stick around to be thanked or acknowledged.
But thanks go out to him here, just for being a solid guy. He deserves all the positive image rehabilitation that comes with being a good samaritan after a nearby car vs. pedestrian incident.
Monday, July 21, 2008
Saturday, July 19, 2008
Friday, July 18, 2008
D.C. Native Vernon "The Duke" Davis' First Annual 'Party With a Purpose' Weekend
Saturday, July 12, 2008
D.C. Native Vernon "The Duke" Davis' First Annual 'Party With a Purpose' Weekend
Washington, D.C. native and former University of Maryland Terrapin, Vernon Davis, #85 for the San Francisco 49ers, is hosting his first annual 'Party With a Purpose' charity extravaganza, July 18-20 in Washington, D.C.
Before the new season gets under way, Vernon wants to show love and appreciation for his hometown by raising money and giving back to the community from which he came. To that end, he has planned a fun-filled celebrity weekend to raise money for various charities. Special invited guests include: Shawne Merriman and Shaun Phillips of the San Diego Chargers; San Francisco 49ers teammates Moran Norris, Delaine Walker, Kentwan Balmer, Ray McDonald, and Manny Lawson; San Antonio Spurs' Roger Mason Jr., Kevin Durant of the Oklahoma City Sonics; Darnell Dockett of the Arizona Cardinals, actors Trey Chaney of HBO's The Wire and Brian White; Vince Young of the Tennessee Titans, and many more.
Event Schedule
Friday, July 18, 2008
Vernon Davis Stop The Violence Football Clinic, Greater Washington Boys and Girls Club
10am - 2pm and Celebrity Flag Football game, 3pm - 430 pm. Later that evening, Love Night Club (Red Carpet), 10pm -3am
Saturday, July 19, 2008
Lucky Strike Bowling Event (Red Carpet) 5pm - 9pm and Laylas Night Club, 10pm - 3am
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Sunday Brunch (invite only),
D.C. Native Vernon "The Duke" Davis' First Annual 'Party With a Purpose' Weekend
Washington, D.C. native and former University of Maryland Terrapin, Vernon Davis, #85 for the San Francisco 49ers, is hosting his first annual 'Party With a Purpose' charity extravaganza, July 18-20 in Washington, D.C.
Before the new season gets under way, Vernon wants to show love and appreciation for his hometown by raising money and giving back to the community from which he came. To that end, he has planned a fun-filled celebrity weekend to raise money for various charities. Special invited guests include: Shawne Merriman and Shaun Phillips of the San Diego Chargers; San Francisco 49ers teammates Moran Norris, Delaine Walker, Kentwan Balmer, Ray McDonald, and Manny Lawson; San Antonio Spurs' Roger Mason Jr., Kevin Durant of the Oklahoma City Sonics; Darnell Dockett of the Arizona Cardinals, actors Trey Chaney of HBO's The Wire and Brian White; Vince Young of the Tennessee Titans, and many more.
Event Schedule
Friday, July 18, 2008
Vernon Davis Stop The Violence Football Clinic, Greater Washington Boys and Girls Club
10am - 2pm and Celebrity Flag Football game, 3pm - 430 pm. Later that evening, Love Night Club (Red Carpet), 10pm -3am
Saturday, July 19, 2008
Lucky Strike Bowling Event (Red Carpet) 5pm - 9pm and Laylas Night Club, 10pm - 3am
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Sunday Brunch (invite only),
Coca-Cola Keeps It Cool with Teen Concert Tour Featuring Grammy Award-Winning Star Lupe Fiasco
Jul 17, 2008
Coca-Cola Keeps It Cool with Teen Concert Tour Featuring Grammy Award-Winning Star Lupe Fiasco
Six-City "Coca-Cola Refresh Your Flow Tour" Kicks off in Los Angeles
July 17, 2008
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Coca-Cola keeps the summer cool and makes it hot for teens across the country as it kicks off the six-city, invitation only "Coca-Cola Refresh Your Flow Tour" featuring hip hop artist Lupe Fiasco today in Los Angeles.
Starting tonight in Hollywood, Grammy award-winning hip hop artist Lupe Fiasco will bring his hits, "Kick, Push" and "Superstar" to lucky teens, ages 13-17, across the country for an exclusive, invitation only concert tour created by Coca-Cola North America. The "Coca-Cola Refresh Your Flow Tour" opens today at the Avalon in Hollywood and will travel to some of the hottest venues in five other cities including: The Electric Factory (Philadelphia, August 3); The Tabernacle (Atlanta, August 8); Park West (Chicago, August 17); LOVE (Washington D.C., August 21); and, The Filmore at Irving Plaza (New York City, August 29). Up-and-coming artist Karina Pasian will open the show.
"The 'Coca-Cola Refresh Your Flow Tour' continues Coca-Cola's tradition of connecting African American teens with something they love – Coca-Cola and music," said Yolanda White, assistant vice president, African American Marketing, Coca-Cola North America. "Not only will each concert offer the teens an unforgettable musical experience, it will give each of them a taste of the Coke Side of Life – a moment in time that is refreshingly optimistic and uplifting. And, by engaging an artist like Lupe Fiasco, they will be encouraged to live on the positive side of life."
Tickets to the show are free and can only be obtained from partnering radio stations, participating retailers and Coca-Cola street teams traveling to teen hot spots throughout the cities. In addition, select Boys & Girls Clubs in each market will distribute tickets to deserving Club teens.
"I am looking forward to the 'Coca-Cola Refresh Your Flow Tour.' It's a unique opportunity for me to bring a message of positivity and what it really means to be cool," said Lupe Fiasco. "I hope it will be an unforgettable experience for every teen who attends."
The Grammy award-winning Lupe Fiasco came on the music scene in 2006 with the chart-topping debut single, "Kick, Push." He has been lauded by critics and fans alike for his clean, underground, storytelling rap style that is contrast to popular mainstream lyrics glamorizing materialism, sexuality and violence. His music is inspired by his love for Japanese animation, comic books, video games, art, literature and philosophy. MTV recently ranked him No. 7 on the list of "hottest MCs in the Game 2008." His highly anticipated sophomore album, "The Cool" was released in December 2007 and has garnered current hits "Superstar," "Paris Tokyo" and "Hip Hop Saved My Life."
Partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs
The partnership with local Boys & Girls Clubs is part of a long-term national relationship The Coca-Cola Company has with Boys & Girls Clubs of America, the non-profit youth organization. As part of the "Coca-Cola Refresh Your Flow Tour," select teens from local Clubs will receive the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet Lupe Fiasco and attend the concert as VIPs.
Radio stations offering "Refresh Your Flow Tour" tickets are: Power 106, Los Angeles; Power 99, Philadelphia; HOT 107.9, Atlanta; WGCI, Chicago; WPGC Jams, Washington D.C.; and, HOT 97, New York City. Check with each station directly to learn more about how to obtain tickets.
The Coca-Cola Company
The Coca-Cola Company is the world's largest beverage company, refreshing consumers with more than 450 sparkling and still brands. Along with Coca-Cola, recognized as the world's most valuable brand, the Company's portfolio includes 12 other billion dollar brands, including Diet Coke, Fanta, Sprite, Coca-Cola Zero, vitaminwater, Powerade, Minute Maid and Georgia Coffee. Globally, we are the No. 1 provider of sparkling beverages, juices and juice drinks and ready-to-drink teas and coffees. Through the world's largest beverage distribution system, consumers in more than 200 countries enjoy the Company's beverages at a rate of 1.5 billion servings a day. With an enduring commitment to building sustainable communities, our Company is focused on initiatives that protect the environment, conserve resources and enhance the economic development of the communities where we operate. For more information about our Company, please visit our website at www.thecoca-colacompany.com.Contacts
Coca-Cola Keeps It Cool with Teen Concert Tour Featuring Grammy Award-Winning Star Lupe Fiasco
Six-City "Coca-Cola Refresh Your Flow Tour" Kicks off in Los Angeles
July 17, 2008
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Coca-Cola keeps the summer cool and makes it hot for teens across the country as it kicks off the six-city, invitation only "Coca-Cola Refresh Your Flow Tour" featuring hip hop artist Lupe Fiasco today in Los Angeles.
Starting tonight in Hollywood, Grammy award-winning hip hop artist Lupe Fiasco will bring his hits, "Kick, Push" and "Superstar" to lucky teens, ages 13-17, across the country for an exclusive, invitation only concert tour created by Coca-Cola North America. The "Coca-Cola Refresh Your Flow Tour" opens today at the Avalon in Hollywood and will travel to some of the hottest venues in five other cities including: The Electric Factory (Philadelphia, August 3); The Tabernacle (Atlanta, August 8); Park West (Chicago, August 17); LOVE (Washington D.C., August 21); and, The Filmore at Irving Plaza (New York City, August 29). Up-and-coming artist Karina Pasian will open the show.
"The 'Coca-Cola Refresh Your Flow Tour' continues Coca-Cola's tradition of connecting African American teens with something they love – Coca-Cola and music," said Yolanda White, assistant vice president, African American Marketing, Coca-Cola North America. "Not only will each concert offer the teens an unforgettable musical experience, it will give each of them a taste of the Coke Side of Life – a moment in time that is refreshingly optimistic and uplifting. And, by engaging an artist like Lupe Fiasco, they will be encouraged to live on the positive side of life."
Tickets to the show are free and can only be obtained from partnering radio stations, participating retailers and Coca-Cola street teams traveling to teen hot spots throughout the cities. In addition, select Boys & Girls Clubs in each market will distribute tickets to deserving Club teens.
"I am looking forward to the 'Coca-Cola Refresh Your Flow Tour.' It's a unique opportunity for me to bring a message of positivity and what it really means to be cool," said Lupe Fiasco. "I hope it will be an unforgettable experience for every teen who attends."
The Grammy award-winning Lupe Fiasco came on the music scene in 2006 with the chart-topping debut single, "Kick, Push." He has been lauded by critics and fans alike for his clean, underground, storytelling rap style that is contrast to popular mainstream lyrics glamorizing materialism, sexuality and violence. His music is inspired by his love for Japanese animation, comic books, video games, art, literature and philosophy. MTV recently ranked him No. 7 on the list of "hottest MCs in the Game 2008." His highly anticipated sophomore album, "The Cool" was released in December 2007 and has garnered current hits "Superstar," "Paris Tokyo" and "Hip Hop Saved My Life."
Partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs
The partnership with local Boys & Girls Clubs is part of a long-term national relationship The Coca-Cola Company has with Boys & Girls Clubs of America, the non-profit youth organization. As part of the "Coca-Cola Refresh Your Flow Tour," select teens from local Clubs will receive the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet Lupe Fiasco and attend the concert as VIPs.
Radio stations offering "Refresh Your Flow Tour" tickets are: Power 106, Los Angeles; Power 99, Philadelphia; HOT 107.9, Atlanta; WGCI, Chicago; WPGC Jams, Washington D.C.; and, HOT 97, New York City. Check with each station directly to learn more about how to obtain tickets.
The Coca-Cola Company
The Coca-Cola Company is the world's largest beverage company, refreshing consumers with more than 450 sparkling and still brands. Along with Coca-Cola, recognized as the world's most valuable brand, the Company's portfolio includes 12 other billion dollar brands, including Diet Coke, Fanta, Sprite, Coca-Cola Zero, vitaminwater, Powerade, Minute Maid and Georgia Coffee. Globally, we are the No. 1 provider of sparkling beverages, juices and juice drinks and ready-to-drink teas and coffees. Through the world's largest beverage distribution system, consumers in more than 200 countries enjoy the Company's beverages at a rate of 1.5 billion servings a day. With an enduring commitment to building sustainable communities, our Company is focused on initiatives that protect the environment, conserve resources and enhance the economic development of the communities where we operate. For more information about our Company, please visit our website at www.thecoca-colacompany.com.Contacts
Thursday, July 17, 2008
WHO's WHO IN BLACK CHARLOTTE- July 30, 2008
CHARLOTTE'S NETWORK EVENT OF THE YEAR
Date: Location:
Time: Wednesday, July 30, 2008
The Westin Charlotte 601 South College Street Charlotte , NC 28202
Networking Reception 6:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
Hors d’oeuvres and Cash Bar
Official Book Unveiling Program 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
FOREWORD BY JULIUS L. CHAMBERS
Mistress of Ceremonies - SONJA GANTT
Entertainment by Reggie Buie Trio
$50.00 Per Ticket includes a copy of WHO’S WHO IN BLACK CHARLOTTE™ THE INAUGURAL EDITION
Call (614)481-7300 or Order Online @ http://www.whoswhopublishing.com/
ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Kanye West Announced As Grand Finale Performance For The Nike+ Human Race - The World's Largest One Day Running Event
Kanye West Announced As Grand Finale Performance For The Nike+ Human Race - The World's Largest One Day Running Event
Moby Confirmed To Play London as Online Registration Opens Globally
BEAVERTON, Ore., June 18 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Music takes center stage on the heels of the official registration opening for the Nike+ Human Race, the world's biggest one-day running event taking place on August 31, 2008. The race brings together the power of sport and music to inspire and connect runners from every corner of the planet. Participants in this unprecedented event will experience an exclusive music performance by some of today's top artists in each of the 25 designated race cities.
In Los Angeles, nine-time Grammy Award winning artist Kanye West will headline the run's post race concert for the grand finale of the 25-city Nike+ Human Race. Runners will take to the streets passing the city's most famous landmarks before ending at the LA Coliseum to see West take the stage.
"I'm hitting the stage in Los Angeles for the Nike+ Human Race, Nike's dopest 10k run ever. This race is bringing together hundreds of thousands of people from all over the world to run and listen to some great music while serving a higher cause, and I'm excited to perform in L.A. as part of the grand finale," said West.
West's performance will bring to a close, an unprecedented day of races and activities around the globe starting in Taipei, ending in LA and including cities across Europe, Asia and North and South America.
In London, runners will be treated to an exclusive performance by world-renowned American DJ, songwriter, musician and singer Moby in the city's famed Wembley Stadium. Other all-star artists confirmed to play at the Nike+ Human Race include chart-topping rock band All-American Rejects in NY; hometown favorite Fall Out Boy in Chicago; R&B songstress Kelly Rowland in Paris; dance-electro-pop duo The Pinker Tones in Madrid, Turkish pop sensation Kenan Dogulu in Istanbul; the Fantastic Four in Munich; Beijing-based singing duo Yu Quan in Shanghai and American rock band Boy Likes Girl in Singapore.
Beyond running and music, the Nike+ Human Race is also an opportunity to give back. Participants will be able to run for a worthy cause and support the three official Nike+ Human Race charitable partners: the Lance Armstrong Foundation -- uniting people in the fight against cancer; WWF -- the global conservation organization addressing the causes and impacts of climate change; and the UN refugee agency's ninemillion.org campaign -- bringing sport and education to refugee youth. Together, Nike and runners will raise funds to donate at least USD $3 million to the Nike+ Human Race charities. Money will be raised via givebacks from registration fees, a percentage of Nike+ Human Race t-shirt sales and a donation of USD $1 million from Nike.
The Nike+ Human Race will also feature an online pledge tool so individual runners can donate additional funds to the cause of their choice and invite friends and family to contribute on their behalf.
"As a committed runner and a cancer survivor, I'm proud to be participating in the Nike+ Human Race," Lance Armstrong said. "The race offers the best of both worlds by bringing together a global community to run together and support worthy causes like the Lance Armstrong Foundation, the UN refugee agency's ninemillion.org and WWF in our combined efforts to have a positive impact on the world."
Other Nike athletes will also be joining the movement to run with the world and for a cause. Like Lance Armstrong, they will serve as honorary athlete ambassadors for the charities and join in Human Race activities. Six-time marathon winner and current NY Marathon Champion, Paula Radcliffe and middle distance runner Kara Goucher will be running to support WWF, while marathoner Meb Keflezighi will be representing ninemillion.org.
Nikeplus.com will be the official destination for the Nike+ Human Race and for all pre-race training needs. Here, runners can create a personal profile page or stay motivated by sampling and downloading the latest in Nike+ Sport Music offerings. Sport Music offers runners the best in original Training Run and Coaching Mixes designed specifically for treadmill and road runs. Beginning June 15, runners will also be able to visit Race City pages covering local race info and news, Training pages for information and links to in-city training runs, events with official race partners including 24Hour Fitness and Starbucks and Nike+ Coach training. Gear pages covering the latest in Nike performance training gear and Nike+ product will also be offered.
For more information on the Nike+ Human Race and a complete listing of race cities visit nikeplus.com.
About Nike+ Human Race
On 08.31.08, Nike hosts a run like no other before with the Nike+ Human Race -- the World's Largest One Day Running Event. Nike's first global race will take place over the course of one day, with a goal of one million runners, across 25 cities and featuring 25 top musical acts. The 10k event celebrates runners and their sport, offering participants across the globe the chance to run and compete together in an unprecedented race experience. Spanning multiple continents, Nike+ Human Race cities will include LA, New York, London, Madrid, Paris, Istanbul, Melbourne, Shanghai, Sao Paulo and Vancouver among others. Following races in each city, participants will be treated to an exclusive music concert featuring one of today's top artists. Participants will be able to run for a cause as a portion of funds raised will be donated to three Nike+ Human Race beneficiaries: WWF, the global conservation organization, Lance Armstrong Foundation and UN refugee agency's ninemillion.org campaign. The race will be open to anyone, anywhere. Runners outside of the 25 race day cities can join by logging into nikeplus.com. With the help of Nike+ and the Nike+ SportBand, every city and every road can become a race-day course. For more information, visit nikeplus.com.
About Nike
NIKE, Inc. based near Beaverton, Oregon, is the world's leading designer, marketer and distributor of authentic athletic footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories for a wide variety of sports and fitness activities. Wholly owned Nike subsidiaries include Converse Inc., which designs, markets and distributes athletic footwear, apparel and accessories; Cole Haan Holdings Incorporated, which designs, markets and distributes luxury shoes, handbags, accessories and coats; Umbro Ltd., a leading United Kingdom-based global football (soccer) brand; and Hurley International LLC, which designs, markets and distributes action sports and youth lifestyle footwear, apparel and accessories. For more information, visit http://www.nikebiz.com/.
Source: Nike
Web site: http://www.nikeplus.com/
http://www.nikebiz.com/
Moby Confirmed To Play London as Online Registration Opens Globally
BEAVERTON, Ore., June 18 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Music takes center stage on the heels of the official registration opening for the Nike+ Human Race, the world's biggest one-day running event taking place on August 31, 2008. The race brings together the power of sport and music to inspire and connect runners from every corner of the planet. Participants in this unprecedented event will experience an exclusive music performance by some of today's top artists in each of the 25 designated race cities.
In Los Angeles, nine-time Grammy Award winning artist Kanye West will headline the run's post race concert for the grand finale of the 25-city Nike+ Human Race. Runners will take to the streets passing the city's most famous landmarks before ending at the LA Coliseum to see West take the stage.
"I'm hitting the stage in Los Angeles for the Nike+ Human Race, Nike's dopest 10k run ever. This race is bringing together hundreds of thousands of people from all over the world to run and listen to some great music while serving a higher cause, and I'm excited to perform in L.A. as part of the grand finale," said West.
West's performance will bring to a close, an unprecedented day of races and activities around the globe starting in Taipei, ending in LA and including cities across Europe, Asia and North and South America.
In London, runners will be treated to an exclusive performance by world-renowned American DJ, songwriter, musician and singer Moby in the city's famed Wembley Stadium. Other all-star artists confirmed to play at the Nike+ Human Race include chart-topping rock band All-American Rejects in NY; hometown favorite Fall Out Boy in Chicago; R&B songstress Kelly Rowland in Paris; dance-electro-pop duo The Pinker Tones in Madrid, Turkish pop sensation Kenan Dogulu in Istanbul; the Fantastic Four in Munich; Beijing-based singing duo Yu Quan in Shanghai and American rock band Boy Likes Girl in Singapore.
Beyond running and music, the Nike+ Human Race is also an opportunity to give back. Participants will be able to run for a worthy cause and support the three official Nike+ Human Race charitable partners: the Lance Armstrong Foundation -- uniting people in the fight against cancer; WWF -- the global conservation organization addressing the causes and impacts of climate change; and the UN refugee agency's ninemillion.org campaign -- bringing sport and education to refugee youth. Together, Nike and runners will raise funds to donate at least USD $3 million to the Nike+ Human Race charities. Money will be raised via givebacks from registration fees, a percentage of Nike+ Human Race t-shirt sales and a donation of USD $1 million from Nike.
The Nike+ Human Race will also feature an online pledge tool so individual runners can donate additional funds to the cause of their choice and invite friends and family to contribute on their behalf.
"As a committed runner and a cancer survivor, I'm proud to be participating in the Nike+ Human Race," Lance Armstrong said. "The race offers the best of both worlds by bringing together a global community to run together and support worthy causes like the Lance Armstrong Foundation, the UN refugee agency's ninemillion.org and WWF in our combined efforts to have a positive impact on the world."
Other Nike athletes will also be joining the movement to run with the world and for a cause. Like Lance Armstrong, they will serve as honorary athlete ambassadors for the charities and join in Human Race activities. Six-time marathon winner and current NY Marathon Champion, Paula Radcliffe and middle distance runner Kara Goucher will be running to support WWF, while marathoner Meb Keflezighi will be representing ninemillion.org.
Nikeplus.com will be the official destination for the Nike+ Human Race and for all pre-race training needs. Here, runners can create a personal profile page or stay motivated by sampling and downloading the latest in Nike+ Sport Music offerings. Sport Music offers runners the best in original Training Run and Coaching Mixes designed specifically for treadmill and road runs. Beginning June 15, runners will also be able to visit Race City pages covering local race info and news, Training pages for information and links to in-city training runs, events with official race partners including 24Hour Fitness and Starbucks and Nike+ Coach training. Gear pages covering the latest in Nike performance training gear and Nike+ product will also be offered.
For more information on the Nike+ Human Race and a complete listing of race cities visit nikeplus.com.
About Nike+ Human Race
On 08.31.08, Nike hosts a run like no other before with the Nike+ Human Race -- the World's Largest One Day Running Event. Nike's first global race will take place over the course of one day, with a goal of one million runners, across 25 cities and featuring 25 top musical acts. The 10k event celebrates runners and their sport, offering participants across the globe the chance to run and compete together in an unprecedented race experience. Spanning multiple continents, Nike+ Human Race cities will include LA, New York, London, Madrid, Paris, Istanbul, Melbourne, Shanghai, Sao Paulo and Vancouver among others. Following races in each city, participants will be treated to an exclusive music concert featuring one of today's top artists. Participants will be able to run for a cause as a portion of funds raised will be donated to three Nike+ Human Race beneficiaries: WWF, the global conservation organization, Lance Armstrong Foundation and UN refugee agency's ninemillion.org campaign. The race will be open to anyone, anywhere. Runners outside of the 25 race day cities can join by logging into nikeplus.com. With the help of Nike+ and the Nike+ SportBand, every city and every road can become a race-day course. For more information, visit nikeplus.com.
About Nike
NIKE, Inc. based near Beaverton, Oregon, is the world's leading designer, marketer and distributor of authentic athletic footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories for a wide variety of sports and fitness activities. Wholly owned Nike subsidiaries include Converse Inc., which designs, markets and distributes athletic footwear, apparel and accessories; Cole Haan Holdings Incorporated, which designs, markets and distributes luxury shoes, handbags, accessories and coats; Umbro Ltd., a leading United Kingdom-based global football (soccer) brand; and Hurley International LLC, which designs, markets and distributes action sports and youth lifestyle footwear, apparel and accessories. For more information, visit http://www.nikebiz.com/.
Source: Nike
Web site: http://www.nikeplus.com/
http://www.nikebiz.com/
CELEBRITY POWER MAGAZINE ON YOUTUBE!!!
Visit CELEBRITY POWER MAGAZINE on YouTube.
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Videos, client updates, celebrity events will be added to make sure the you know that Celebrity Power Magazine is the premiere publication for celebrity business, brands, and philanthropy. The goal of this publication is to showcase successful celebrity brands, businesses, and charitable foundations. Whether a celebrity successfully owns a brand name, record label, restaurant, sports franchise, or charitable organization, you will be able to read about it in Celebrity Power Magazine.
If you have a story, client, or a charity event you think we should cover contact us!
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CELEBRITY POWER MAGAZINE
Yep! We have a channel!
http://www.youtube.com/user/celebritypowermag
See you there!
Videos, client updates, celebrity events will be added to make sure the you know that Celebrity Power Magazine is the premiere publication for celebrity business, brands, and philanthropy. The goal of this publication is to showcase successful celebrity brands, businesses, and charitable foundations. Whether a celebrity successfully owns a brand name, record label, restaurant, sports franchise, or charitable organization, you will be able to read about it in Celebrity Power Magazine.
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CELEBRITY POWER MAGAZINE
Marcus Camby goes to the Los Angeles Clippers!
The Los Angeles Clippers have acquired forward Marcus Camby from the Denver Nuggets in exchange for the option to swap second round picks in 2010. Camby who won the 2007 Defensive Player of the Year award should help add an defensive dimension to the Clippers.
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
KG's New Footwear Launch!
Kevin Garnett, the Boston Celtics and adidas Commemorate the NBA Finals with
Limited Edition Footwear Launch
All sales profits will go to NBA Cares community partners in the Boston area.
For Immediate Release – Kevin Garnett, the Boston Celtics and adidas announced today the launch of a rare version of Garnett’s 2008-09 adidas Team Signature Commander shoe. This footwear release was designed to commemorate the Celtics’ historic run at an NBA Championship. adidas will produce only eight pairs per game of this exciting shoe to be sold at retail, starting at 10:00am on June 5, 2008 (as few as 32 pairs or as many as 56 pairs will be available depending on the number of games The Finals goes to). One special pair of shoes autographed by KG will be auctioned off on NBA.com after The Finals. All profits from the sale of these shoes will go to NBA Cares community partners in the Boston area.
The adidas Team Signature KG Commander is scheduled to launch in October 2008, but for this year’s NBA Finals, Kevin Garnett will wear a special version that will be highlighted by the inclusion of the coveted Larry O’Brien NBA Championship Trophy on the medial side, and an embroidered callout to games 1 thru 7 on the lateral side. The number of that night’s game will be in green while the others remain white. The numbers 1 thru 7 also get larger as each game grows in significance.
“All season long it has been about we and not me, so as we head into the NBA Finals I wanted to do something special for the Boston community. That is why we came up with this limited edition adidas Team Signature KG Commander,” stated Garnett. “Since day one, the fans of Boston have made me feel like family, so to do this and be able to give back to them is a great honor.”
Another key attribute that has adorned KG’s shoes throughout the years are his tributes to two of his good friends and mentors: Malik Sealy (former Timberwolves teammate) and Kirby Puckett (former Minnesota Twins Superstar Centerfielder). Malik’s tribute is located under the strap and says “2 Malik”, while Kirby’s call out, “KP 34” is located on the back of the shoe, just below the adidas logo.
“KG redefines what passion means on the basketball court but this energy also spills over to include every off-court initiative that he is involved with as well,” stated Lawrence Norman, VP Global Basketball for adidas. “His switch never turns off - KG is 100% authentic and his drive to make a difference in the community is real and ongoing. This was the perfect concept for a guy like KG and adidas to get involved with as we both enjoy finding fun, creative ways to give back to the local community.”
“KG has shown throughout his career that he is a consummate team player, whose passion for the game, his teammates and his community is unmatched,” stated Rich Gotham, President, Boston Celtics. “KG embodies all of the characteristics that all true Celtic greats have and this is one of many ways that Kevin gives back to the city of Boston and its fans.”
The limited edition adidas Team Signature Commander will only be available at Celtics.com, the TD Banknorth Garden Pro Shop and NBA Store in New York City. Each pair of adidas Team Signature KG Commanders will retail for $1017 (to commemorate the drive for championship #17).
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About adidas
adidas has been providing innovative products for the world’s best athletes for more than 50 years, from past NBA legends to today’s superstars, such as Chauncey Billups, Dwight Howard, Gilbert Arenas, Kevin Garnett, Tim Duncan, Tracy McGrady and Candace Parker.
On April 11, 2006 adidas and the National Basketball Association signed an 11-year global merchandising partnership making the adidas brand the official uniform and apparel provider for the NBA, the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) and the NBA Development League (D-League) beginning with the 2006-07 NBA season.
About the Boston Celtics
A charter member of the Basketball Association of America (which evolved into the National Basketball Association) since 1946, the Boston Celtics have won a record 16 NBA Championships, including eight (8) in a row from 1959-1966, and have won NBA titles in three (3) different eras. In addition, 31 former Celtics players, management or staff have been inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. During the 2004-05 NBA season, the Celtics won their first Atlantic Division title in 12 seasons. For more information on the Celtics, log on to www.celtics.com.
About the NBA The NBA reaches fans and consumers worldwide through the licensing and marketing of consumer products bearing the league’s trademarks and player attributes. Over 200 licensees manufacture, sell and market NBA branded products that are promoted worldwide and sold in more than 100,000 retail locations, in 100 countries on six continents. Major categories include video games, apparel, footwear, sporting goods and trading cards. Twenty-five percent of merchandise sales are generated from outside the United States. NBA merchandise is sold at over 50,000 retail locations in China. Over one million fans visit the NBA Store each year and the 2006-07 season marked the Store's best sales year ever. In addition to offering merchandise for all 30 NBA teams, 14 WNBA team and 14 NBA Development League teams, the Store features multimedia attractions, a fully operational broadcast booth and an official half-court used for special events, and regularly-scheduled appearances by NBA and WNBA players, legends and celebrities. NBAStore.com re-launched in November 2007 with the most comprehensive online assortment of NBA, WNBA and NBA Development League merchandise. The site is visited by over 20 million people each year and there is an online store in Europe.
Limited Edition Footwear Launch
All sales profits will go to NBA Cares community partners in the Boston area.
For Immediate Release – Kevin Garnett, the Boston Celtics and adidas announced today the launch of a rare version of Garnett’s 2008-09 adidas Team Signature Commander shoe. This footwear release was designed to commemorate the Celtics’ historic run at an NBA Championship. adidas will produce only eight pairs per game of this exciting shoe to be sold at retail, starting at 10:00am on June 5, 2008 (as few as 32 pairs or as many as 56 pairs will be available depending on the number of games The Finals goes to). One special pair of shoes autographed by KG will be auctioned off on NBA.com after The Finals. All profits from the sale of these shoes will go to NBA Cares community partners in the Boston area.
The adidas Team Signature KG Commander is scheduled to launch in October 2008, but for this year’s NBA Finals, Kevin Garnett will wear a special version that will be highlighted by the inclusion of the coveted Larry O’Brien NBA Championship Trophy on the medial side, and an embroidered callout to games 1 thru 7 on the lateral side. The number of that night’s game will be in green while the others remain white. The numbers 1 thru 7 also get larger as each game grows in significance.
“All season long it has been about we and not me, so as we head into the NBA Finals I wanted to do something special for the Boston community. That is why we came up with this limited edition adidas Team Signature KG Commander,” stated Garnett. “Since day one, the fans of Boston have made me feel like family, so to do this and be able to give back to them is a great honor.”
Another key attribute that has adorned KG’s shoes throughout the years are his tributes to two of his good friends and mentors: Malik Sealy (former Timberwolves teammate) and Kirby Puckett (former Minnesota Twins Superstar Centerfielder). Malik’s tribute is located under the strap and says “2 Malik”, while Kirby’s call out, “KP 34” is located on the back of the shoe, just below the adidas logo.
“KG redefines what passion means on the basketball court but this energy also spills over to include every off-court initiative that he is involved with as well,” stated Lawrence Norman, VP Global Basketball for adidas. “His switch never turns off - KG is 100% authentic and his drive to make a difference in the community is real and ongoing. This was the perfect concept for a guy like KG and adidas to get involved with as we both enjoy finding fun, creative ways to give back to the local community.”
“KG has shown throughout his career that he is a consummate team player, whose passion for the game, his teammates and his community is unmatched,” stated Rich Gotham, President, Boston Celtics. “KG embodies all of the characteristics that all true Celtic greats have and this is one of many ways that Kevin gives back to the city of Boston and its fans.”
The limited edition adidas Team Signature Commander will only be available at Celtics.com, the TD Banknorth Garden Pro Shop and NBA Store in New York City. Each pair of adidas Team Signature KG Commanders will retail for $1017 (to commemorate the drive for championship #17).
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About adidas
adidas has been providing innovative products for the world’s best athletes for more than 50 years, from past NBA legends to today’s superstars, such as Chauncey Billups, Dwight Howard, Gilbert Arenas, Kevin Garnett, Tim Duncan, Tracy McGrady and Candace Parker.
On April 11, 2006 adidas and the National Basketball Association signed an 11-year global merchandising partnership making the adidas brand the official uniform and apparel provider for the NBA, the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) and the NBA Development League (D-League) beginning with the 2006-07 NBA season.
About the Boston Celtics
A charter member of the Basketball Association of America (which evolved into the National Basketball Association) since 1946, the Boston Celtics have won a record 16 NBA Championships, including eight (8) in a row from 1959-1966, and have won NBA titles in three (3) different eras. In addition, 31 former Celtics players, management or staff have been inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. During the 2004-05 NBA season, the Celtics won their first Atlantic Division title in 12 seasons. For more information on the Celtics, log on to www.celtics.com.
About the NBA The NBA reaches fans and consumers worldwide through the licensing and marketing of consumer products bearing the league’s trademarks and player attributes. Over 200 licensees manufacture, sell and market NBA branded products that are promoted worldwide and sold in more than 100,000 retail locations, in 100 countries on six continents. Major categories include video games, apparel, footwear, sporting goods and trading cards. Twenty-five percent of merchandise sales are generated from outside the United States. NBA merchandise is sold at over 50,000 retail locations in China. Over one million fans visit the NBA Store each year and the 2006-07 season marked the Store's best sales year ever. In addition to offering merchandise for all 30 NBA teams, 14 WNBA team and 14 NBA Development League teams, the Store features multimedia attractions, a fully operational broadcast booth and an official half-court used for special events, and regularly-scheduled appearances by NBA and WNBA players, legends and celebrities. NBAStore.com re-launched in November 2007 with the most comprehensive online assortment of NBA, WNBA and NBA Development League merchandise. The site is visited by over 20 million people each year and there is an online store in Europe.
Don't forget Black Music Month- KFC & MUSIC INDUSTRY EXEC. BRYANT REID COOK UP 'HITMAKER' CONTEST FOR MUSICIANS
Jun 09, 2008
TO CELEBRATE BLACK MUSIC MONTH, KFC & MUSIC INDUSTRY EXEC. BRYANT REID COOK UP 'HITMAKER' CONTEST FOR MUSICIANS
Program Discovers Up-and-Coming Talent and Benefits Little Kids Rock,
A National Non-Profit Helping Aspiring Musicians Succeed in the Classroom and Beyond
A National Non-Profit Helping Aspiring Musicians Succeed in the Classroom and Beyond
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (June 3, 2008) -- Everyone knows KFC delivers hot, finger-lickin' meals. For the second consecutive year, KFC will also generate hot, finger-snappin' beats with its "Hitmaker" song contest. To celebrate Black Music Month, KFC invites aspiring musicians to submit their best beats to win national exposure and great prizes as part of its Pride 360° program.
Musicians who enter the contest will get a chance to be one of 12 artists featured on the Pride 360° CD. KFC will also team with music industry veteran Bryant Reid, president and CEO of B Street Entertainment, producer of B Street Live, and former vice president of A&R for LaFace Records and Atlantic Records, to pick one grand prize winner who will receive a home recording studio.
Award-Winning Music for a Good Cause
Musicians will have their songs on the Hitmaker Web site www.KFC.com/pride360, where they can be downloaded as mobile phone ring tones. KFC will donate all profits from ring tone downloads to Little Kids Rock, a national non-profit organization that supports music in the academic lives of public school children by providing instrument instruction, free instruments and trained mentors.
Musicians will have their songs on the Hitmaker Web site www.KFC.com/pride360, where they can be downloaded as mobile phone ring tones. KFC will donate all profits from ring tone downloads to Little Kids Rock, a national non-profit organization that supports music in the academic lives of public school children by providing instrument instruction, free instruments and trained mentors.
"This year's KFC Hitmaker song contest is bigger and better than ever," said KFC's chief operating officer Harvey Brownlee. "We are proud to salute those striving to make Black Music Month a celebration this year and in the future. By helping Little Kids Rock, KFC hopes to have a positive impact on those who will add to the universal language of music for years to come."
Notes from a Hitmaker
Notes from a Hitmaker
During his tenure, Reid demonstrated an eye for new talent. He discovered the young talent of Grammy Award winning and multi-platinum artist Usher and worked on Toni Braxton's multi-platinum selling debut album. He has continued to find ways to expose deserving talent by producing and creating a television series called "B Street Live," which aired on a regional cable network.
"I listen for artists who bring a unique style and sound," said Reid. "I look forward to seeing the creativity and pride that Hitmaker 2008 will inspire."
Tune Up and Tune In
To enter, any musician can create a song about Pride 360°. All winning song entries will use the key words Individual, Family, Community, and Heritage. Artists may upload their audio submissions (and artist/musician photos) at www. KFC.com/pride360 or mail them by August 1 to KFC at 1900 Colonel Sanders Lane, Louisville, KY, 40213, Attn: KFC Hitmaker. All visitors to KFC.com can vote for their favorite versions of the Pride 360° theme song from August 4-18.
Tune Up and Tune In
To enter, any musician can create a song about Pride 360°. All winning song entries will use the key words Individual, Family, Community, and Heritage. Artists may upload their audio submissions (and artist/musician photos) at www. KFC.com/pride360 or mail them by August 1 to KFC at 1900 Colonel Sanders Lane, Louisville, KY, 40213, Attn: KFC Hitmaker. All visitors to KFC.com can vote for their favorite versions of the Pride 360° theme song from August 4-18.
The grand prize winner and the other winners whose music will be featured on the CD will be selected on August 31. For more information and official rules, please visit www.KFC.com/pride360.
About KFC KFC Corporation, based in Louisville, Ky., is the world's most popular chicken restaurant chain specializing in Original Recipe®, Extra Crispy™ and Colonel's Crispy Strips® with home-style sides, Honey BBQ Wings, and freshly made chicken sandwiches. There are more than 14,000 KFC outlets in more than 80 countries and territories around the world, serving some 12 million customers each day. KFC Corporation is a subsidiary of Yum! Brands, Inc., Louisville, Ky. (NYSE: YUM.)
About Pride 360° Pride 360° is KFC's reminder that the reasons we succeed are all around us - Individuals, Families, Communities. KFC wants to encourage others to succeed and achieve by honoring their heritage and fostering a belief in people. KFC believes, "What we honor today comes full circle tomorrow." For more information about KFC's commitment to the African-American community, please visit www.kfc.com/pride360.
About Little Kids Rock
Little Kids Rock is a nonprofit organization that provides free musical instruments and music classes to low-income children in public schools. Little Kids Rock believes that music is a critical component of first-rate education. Founded by an elementary school teacher in 1996, Little Kids Rock is now serving thousands of students in California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Texas, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Tennessee and Washington D.C. More information can be found at www.littlekidsrock.org.
Diddy or Puff Daddy!??
Combs Reverting to Puff Daddy Status?
06/09/2008 10:00 AM, E! Online
Sean Combs must be feeling nostalgic.
The nickname-friendly hip-hop mogul, whose "official" alternate moniker has metamorphosed over the years from Puffy to Puff Daddy to P. Diddy to Diddy and so on, has decided to take a cue from his past.
Although his rep has denied reports of a name change, Combs has indicated on his MySpace site and via a guest appearance on a new single that he is reclaiming Puff Daddy, a handle he hasn't used since 2001.
"They call me Puff Daddy...he's back," Combs raps on the remix of former stylist O'Neal McKnight's single "Check Your Coat," which also features Greg Nice and Jermaine Dupree.
"Yeah, you heard me right—I said Puff Daddy," he continues. "I'm about to back on that Puff Daddy s--t."
Sounds pretty convincing.
Although he originally wrote "This is your boy Puff Daddy!!! Yes Puff Daddy" in a blog entry on his MySpace page, a new entry, dated today, now reads, "This is your boy P.Diddy, the King of the Remix..."
So which is it, Diddy? Er, Daddy?
Well, he certainly doesn't like the idea of anyone else trading on the name Puff Daddy, whether he's using it or not.
The multihyphenate's legal camp recently sent a cease-and-desist letter to cufflink seller Cuff-Daddy.com, warning the niche business that its name is way too close to Combs' second stage name.
It's unclear whether the current reversion to Puff Daddy has anything to do with a British court's decision in 2006 that Combs couldn't go by Diddy in England because U.K. record producer Richard "Diddy" Dearlove had already been using the name professionally for years.
"It's only fair that since he said he used Diddy first, that he be allowed to use it," Combs said amiably at the time. "I am blessed that I have many, many names to choose from."
06/09/2008 10:00 AM, E! Online
Sean Combs must be feeling nostalgic.
The nickname-friendly hip-hop mogul, whose "official" alternate moniker has metamorphosed over the years from Puffy to Puff Daddy to P. Diddy to Diddy and so on, has decided to take a cue from his past.
Although his rep has denied reports of a name change, Combs has indicated on his MySpace site and via a guest appearance on a new single that he is reclaiming Puff Daddy, a handle he hasn't used since 2001.
"They call me Puff Daddy...he's back," Combs raps on the remix of former stylist O'Neal McKnight's single "Check Your Coat," which also features Greg Nice and Jermaine Dupree.
"Yeah, you heard me right—I said Puff Daddy," he continues. "I'm about to back on that Puff Daddy s--t."
Sounds pretty convincing.
Although he originally wrote "This is your boy Puff Daddy!!! Yes Puff Daddy" in a blog entry on his MySpace page, a new entry, dated today, now reads, "This is your boy P.Diddy, the King of the Remix..."
So which is it, Diddy? Er, Daddy?
Well, he certainly doesn't like the idea of anyone else trading on the name Puff Daddy, whether he's using it or not.
The multihyphenate's legal camp recently sent a cease-and-desist letter to cufflink seller Cuff-Daddy.com, warning the niche business that its name is way too close to Combs' second stage name.
It's unclear whether the current reversion to Puff Daddy has anything to do with a British court's decision in 2006 that Combs couldn't go by Diddy in England because U.K. record producer Richard "Diddy" Dearlove had already been using the name professionally for years.
"It's only fair that since he said he used Diddy first, that he be allowed to use it," Combs said amiably at the time. "I am blessed that I have many, many names to choose from."
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