New York, NY (PRWEB) October 26, 2004

The New York International Independent Film and Video Festival (NYIIFVF) proudly returns to Manhattan for ten days of screenings, premieres, performances, panels and parties. The festivities kick off on November 11th at 7 p.m. with an opening night party at Club Spirit (530 West 27th Street) and runs through November 21st at the Village East Cinema (181 2nd Ave at 12th Street). The festival, which is now recognized as the largest event on the independent circuit, will showcase more than 350 features, shorts and documentaries from around the world.

NYIIFVF founder and executive producer Stuart Alson commented, “We are really excited about our line-up, which includes a slate of world premieres and independent films from all over the globe as well as a number of informative panels and after-parties at clubs around Manhattan. The festival represents a new wave of independent filmmakers and offers a unique opportunity for member of the film industry as well as delegates and attendees without the pretentiousness!”

Highlights in this year’s fall event include, Picture This: Blondie and Debbie Harry: Documentary focusing on world-famous photographer Mick Rock as he shoots Debbie Harry (front woman for iconic punk/pop band Blondie). He shares their history through words and pictures of their relationship from the 70′s to now. Documentary also includes a recent shoot with world-famous musician Michael Stipe (R.E.M.)

Hollywood Trash & Tinsel: A documentary about the making and marketing of the motion picture “Prey for Rock and Roll.” Featuring Sopranos favorite Drea de Matteo and Shelly Cole (Gilmore Girls)

What are the Odds: Offbeat, comedic short featuring a fortune cookie starring Steven R. Schirripa (Law & Order, The Sopranos) and Jon Abrahams (Kids, Meet the Parents)

Freedom From Despair: Shocking documentary that reveals the true stories of the Croatian People’s struggle to overcome oppression from communist Yugoslavia and the 1990′s fight to save their war ravaged homeland. Narrated by John Savage (Summer of Sam) with voice-overs by Michael York (The Omega Code) and edgy Polish actress Beata Pozniak (The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Adventures in the Secret Service)

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) July 14, 2006

Zacksongs Music is proud to announce that Garrin Benfield will return to New York City for the first time in two years for a show at Joes Pub on August 10th at 9:30 PM. Garrin Benfield is a nationally respected Guitarist and Singer Songwriter and a known perrenial touring act. Originally hailing from Westchester County, NY and currently based in San Francisco, CA, Benfield has made New York City a stop on his touring route for several years. Recently though, Benfield has been taking time to work on new material for an upcoming new release and performing regular engagements up and down the West Coast. This show at Joes Pub will serve as a testing ground for material for the new release as well as a debut at one of New Yorks most respected music venues. Joining Benfield on the bill is Portland, Oregon based Singer Songwriter Holcombe Waller. This evening of music will be an extraordinary display of musical talent and is sure to attract the attention of Manhattans infamously particular music loving community. Tickets available at joespub.com

Though Benfield hasnt been touring the Eastern Seabord much recently, it doesnt mean he hasnt been busy. Benfield performed more than 100 show each year in 2004 and 2005. As well, Garrin was selected by Advocate Magazine as the Number one Indie Artist of 2005. The award provides further recognition of the openly gay artist as making world-class music with the GLBT community and the larger listening public in mind. In addition, his work as a singer, guitarist and songwriter have earned him praise in such diverse publications as Dirty Linen, Out Magazine (which also named him a Top 5 Artist of 05), Performing Songwriter, Music Connection, Relix Magazine and Acoustic Guitar Magazine. Hes had two songs on Sirius Radios GLBT Channel Out Q Hot 100 Musicians list and was nominated for two Out Music Awards for his work on Where Joy Kills Sorrow, his most recent CD. His live performances led Jambase.com (the premier live and improvisational music magazine) to name him One of the Bands You Must See Live in 05 Currently, Benfield is being featured on ClearChannels Hot Indie Artist promotion as well as PlanetOut.com and Gay.coms Rock Out Channel as one of the Top 12 New GLBT Artists. The promotion has a potential audience of five million members.

Benfields latest CD includes cover photography by celebrated photographer Greg Gorman who has famously photographed Elton John, Leonardo DiCaprio, Grace Jones (and everybody else…) and co-production by esteemed producer Michael Rodriguez (whos work with Boz Scaggs earned him a Grammy nomination). Still, it is Garrins efforts that are at the center of this work. Benfield writes all the lyrics, wrote virtually all of the music, played all electric and acoustic guitars, baritone guitar, mandolin and the bulk of the bass on the album. The results are outstanding. While recording this record at Different Fur Studios and Studio D in the Bay Area, California, Benfield and co-producer Michael Rodriguez set out to record Benfields songs in a way that were both innovative and radio friendly. Tracks like the Pink Floyd-ian opening number The Loop, the Beatle-esque Answers, the lilting What you Wanted to Hear and the hard-driving Dont Panic are examples of the duos commitment to ingenuity in recording and songwriting as well as a consideration of the albums accessibility. Each song is concisely crafted with irresistible pop melodies as well as open-ended bridges and secondary movements that yearn for the inevitable improvisation upon which Benfield has built his reputation.

Benfields live shows center on his quirky melodies but are stretched by Garrin into improvisational explorations into new territory each night. Familiar songs are often twisted and contorted into gorgeous new creations. Utilizing electronic effects and a loop station, audiences find themselves grooving to atmospheric rhythms and settling back into Benfields soothing vocal style. When hes really cooking, Benfield seamlessly blends his compositional skills with his improvisational ones, making old songs seem new. His thought-provoking lyrics and orchestral arrangements are constantly refurbished and can move from plaintive balladry to dance inducing anthems on a dime. Benfield tours nationally and performs annually at music festivals and gay pride events.

Press Quotes for Garrin Benfield:

THE NUMBER ONE INDIE ROCKER OF 2005

Benfields all-around talent includes a gift for beautiful songwriting on top of his prowess as a singer and musician — Advocate Magazine

Jeff Buckley meets Steven Stills, meets Neil Young! Benfields guitar playing is phenomenal and his voice is that of a wounded angel projecting pain, alienation and anguish. — Music Connection Magazine

“I could make this short and simple: go buy this CD. Listen to it daily! This entire CD is wonderful. From the very opening notes, I fell in love with Garrin Benfield’s sound. — Singer Magazine

“Benfield’s music is filled with passionate emotion, tales both painful and uplifting are conveyed with a style and spirit rarely found in contemporary young performers. He’s incredibly talented…” — QSF (Queer SF)

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Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) March 5, 2008

The Oscars had wrapped their 80th annual awards presentation, and a special Oscar party; “Night Of 100 Stars” successfully concluded their 17th annual event. And Minneapolis photographer Bob Dale was there, as credentialed press with The Beverly Hills Times.

According to Dale, “This was my second time photographing “Night of 100 Stars. And as elegant and glamorous as all the stars looked, the fact is whether you’re walking down the red carpet in Hollywood or attending the Minneapolis Symphony, many of the challenges to looking great are identical.”

Dale then revealed three photography tips that keep Hollywood favorites looking fabulous in front of the lens and over the years.

Secret #1: Great Advice. For example, style or wardrobe consultants that determine which clothes fit their body type. Sure, you can decorate your home yourself, but it will look even more fantastic using an interior designer. The same goes for one’s own sense of style.
Secret #2: Healthy Looking Skin. Drink plenty of water, minimize sun exposure, get plenty of sleep and take multivitamins regularly.
Secret #3: Wardrobe Choices. Choose medium to darker colors to look thinner (the camera wants to add weight to light tones) and wear the right clothes for your body type and make sure that they fit correctly.
Dale added, “I’ve seen many of the Hollywood stars up close and they have skin problems, aging and weight problems, just like we do. They just know how to address those issues better. The good news is that attractive style and photography is within everyone’s reach.” Dale recently published a special report on style and beauty tips and how to look great for your next photo session in his “Photography Tips Newsletter” which also reveals how to look great in photos and how to take better digital photographs.

To claim these complementary “Photography Tips” secrets, visit this web page for immediate download at http://www.DaleStudios.com/newsletter.html.

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Minneapolis photographer Bob Dale is a Master Photographer with the Professional Photographers of America. With over 2000 portraits to date, Dale specializes in black and white digital photography. As a digital photo expert, Dale, also known as the “Photographer To The Stars” for The Beverly Hills Times and having photographed such stars as Jay Leno, Will Smith, Leslie Nielsen and Lindsey Lohan.

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