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The HER Group Presents SewDown’s Return for LA Fashion Week Fall 2024, Atousa G’s Community Powered Show & Sale Set for October 19

Los Angeles – September 12, 2024 – Designer Atousa G’s Fashion Forward event, SewDown, returns for Los Angeles Fashion Week Fall 2024, presented by The HER Group. The popular and populist show and sale will occur on October 19 at a location to be announced soon. SewDown will feature cutting-edge lines on the runway, music from top artists and DJs, striking visuals, and the sexy crowd that made SewDown the favorite streetwear show during LA’s Fashion Week from 2003 – 2014.

SewDown 2024 is booking for runway lines, visual artists, and vendors. Potential participants who want to show their lines or art or have their visuals or music considered for inclusion should contact Atousa at atousag@gmail.com. Hair, makeup, and gift bag inclusion are handled for runway lines.

With ten up-and-coming cutting-edge designers, including Atousa’s eponymous nightlife forward Atousa G line and her even sexier range, A Line Called K, expected for the Spring 2025 runway show, SewDown will retake its reign as THE Fashion Week closing event.

Confirmed DJs include headliner Marques Wyatt, who will bring his legendary enlightening house music vibes; LA’s popular DISCOS XXX founder Tavish, known for progressive, fun, disco house; Chase Aldrige of Better Late, who will bring his disco pumpers; G Dubbs of Sacred Grounds LA, known for his soulful underground sound; and Scott K. of We Own the Night, who will play a fantastic house music set.

SewDown allows their designers to show their designs to buyers, the press, and the public. Event attendees can also purchase clothing, jewelry, music, footwear, art, and more at wholesale and sample sale prices. In addition to fashion, SewDown will feature art installations, live painting, visuals from top VJs, and their signature – world-renowned music artists and DJs.

“We are so excited to allow a new group of designers to show their styles in our unique environment,” said show creator, producer, and designer Atousa G., adding, “This event is a blend of cutting-edge fashion, mind-blowing art, and great music, fused with Los Angeles’ sexiest crowd.”

Since its debut in Hollywood in 2003, SewDown has allowed more than 100 designers to showcase their fashions and sell their products to an eclectic and trend-setting audience. In addition to producing SewDown, Atousa G is a designer and stylist who works with top talent worldwide.

Current sponsors include Paul Mitchell, Chic Studios, and DNA Energy Drink. More sponsors are welcome! The charity recipient for all proceeds is the C.O.A.L.I.T.I.O.N for the Homeless and Families in Need. Attendees will include VIPs, stylists, photographers, influencers, and more. The Red Carpet Pre-Event and VIP Business Lounge will include food, drinks, and gifting.

The Los Angeles Times called Sew Down, “Where up-and-coming designers up and come.” SewDown 2024 promises to bring LA Fashion Week 2024 a creative edge and a fantastic party. Be down, SewDown.

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About The HER Group:
The Her Group is a fully integrated boutique style Fashion Showroom & PR House specializing in Celebrity, Influencer, and Media Placements for various successful and illustrious clients nationwide. We are seasoned in pushing creative boundaries & executing successful campaigns that are tailored to each client. Our skillfully trained & experienced Brand Managers can provide the one-on-one attention that our brands deserve, which is needed for proper growth and ROI. https://www.instagram.com/thehergroup/.

Atousa G: https://www.instagram.com/atousag/

To submit lines or artists for participation, please email atousag@gmail.com. For sponsorship or vending, or media seeking information, images, video, or to interview Atousa G, please contact Susan von Seggern at susan@susanvonseggern.com or 213-840-0077.

Wandering in Time Productions, Known for the Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire and the Oregon Renaissance Faire, announces Inaugural Festival Lineup for the Oregon Celtic Festival

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New Fest Takes Place September 13-15 in Canby, OR

Canby, OR – Pack your kilts, gather your clan, and dance the night away! Wandering in Time Productions and the Washington Renaissance Arts & Education Society, the noted Pacific Northwest event team behind the Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire and the Oregon Renaissance Faire, are thrilled to announce the initial lineup for Oregon Celtic Festival 2024! The new fest occurs at the Clackamas County Fairgrounds, 694 NE 4th Avenue, Canby, OR, September 13-15. Tickets are available at orcelticfest.com/ticket-info/.

Festival founder David Day notes, “We are thrilled to feature an extraordinary lineup of Celtic musicians from around the world, ranging across the spectrum of genres and giving us a glimpse into both the traditional and contemporary sounds of modern Celtic music. From rock to pop, jam, bluegrass, and even electronic influences, there is something for all musical tastes at the Oregon Celtic Festival.”

Headliners for this family-friendly 3-day music festival include:
The Elders remain one of the top Celtic-rock bands in the US after 26 years because of their timeless sound. Their passion, great melodies, unique harmonies, unparalleled musicianship, and strong songwriting keep them connected. Known for their unique storytelling, full of love, loyalty, and Irish feistiness, their ability to bring together elements both musically progressive and rooted in tradition has won them a broad international fanbase and critical acclaim.

Screaming Orphans is a chart-topping all-sister Celtic folk and pop band from Donegal, Ireland. They are known worldwide for their award-winning sound, which combines original pop songs with a unique take on traditional Irish music. From an early age, the Diver sisters entertained international audiences around Ireland, accompanying their mother, legendary céilí singer Kathleen Fitzgerald. The sisters’ trademark spine-tingling four-part harmony, instrumental mastery, and highly energized performances take audiences on an exhilarating and emotional musical journey.

Alasdair Fraser is “the Michael Jordan of Scottish fiddling” with a concert and recording career spanning 30+ years, a long list of awards and accolades, including induction into the Scottish Traditional Music Hall of Fame, radio and television credits, and feature performances on top movie soundtracks including Titanic. He will take the stage with many Friends at this year’s festival, including his son, Galen Fraser, who is also on this year’s lineup as one half of San Miguel Fraser – a dynamic duo that combines dynamic fiddling and string arrangements with the soaring, life-celebrating singing of the other half of the duo – Maria San Miguel.

Tempest is celebrating 36 years of Celtic Rock! Formed in 1988, they deliver a globally renowned hybrid of high-energy Folk Rock, fusing Irish reels, Scottish ballads, Norwegian influences, and other world music elements.

Wake the Dead is a romp that flows seamlessly from rock grooves to hot Irish reels and from haunting airs to achingly beautiful melodies familiar to Deadheads everywhere. Seven of the best-known and most respected players in the West come together to create jams that keep the tie-dye swirling and vocal harmonies that float like clouds. These are worlds meshing, coalescing ­ creating a whole new realm of possibility, true to the spirits of the Grateful Dead and the eternally hopeful Celts.

Other performing artists continue the who’s who of the top Celtic acts touring today, including Reverie Road, The Jeremiahs, TRÚ, Hanneke Cassel Trio, Colin Cotter & Sumaia Jackson, Elias Alexander, Adams, Martin & Linahon, Tradmill, and The Unipiper!

Festival founder Tracy Nietupski adds, “We can’t wait to welcome everyone to the inaugural Oregon Celtic Festival! Prepare for an unforgettable weekend brimming with enchanting music, spirited dance, and delectable food and drink. Tap your toes, lift a glass, and revel with us at the Pacific Northwest’s premiere Celtic music celebration!”

In addition to the music, guests can visit the “Fairy Realm,” home to children’s events and activities designed to be an experience for kids and kids-at-heart. Hosted by the Wyldewood Fae, it is home to costumed fairies and many magical experiences, including bubbles, crafting, songs, games, storytelling, and more!

A bustling marketplace filled with merchant and artisan vendors will showcase their unique crafts and wares, while a diverse selection of food vendors will offer delicious Celtic fare and modern treats. The Oregon Celtic Festival encourages camping on-site in classic West Coast Festival style, with tent and RV options available.

For Celtic music and culture fans who are 21+, the festival also offers an add-on experience—the “Bard’s Tour of Whiskey” tasting event. A connoisseur will guide guests through a collection of global whiskeys, and all participants will receive a commemorative whiskey glass and light snacks to accompany the tasting!

The new Oregon Celtic Festival invites Celtic music fans, families, and festival aficionados to the beautiful Clackamas County Fairgrounds from September 13 to 15 for this music-forward Celtic jamboree. Tickets are available at orcelticfest.com/ticket-info/.

In closing, Tracy notes, “Set in the mystical pine forest of Oregon, our festival offers a unique blend of breathtaking setting, world-class performances, and family-friendly atmosphere. It’s the perfect destination for a fall adventure in the Pacific Northwest.”

Jim “Kimo” West & Joss Jaffe Release Santhi Album

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Summer Music Celebration in Venice, CA August 18

Los Angeles, CA – August 15, 2024 – Jim “Kimo” West, well known for his twelve-album catalog of slack key guitar that has won him a Grammy and two nominations, as well as his work as “Weird Al” Yankovic’s guitar player, and top 10 artist on Billboard’s New Age chart Joss Jaffe release their new album, Santhi on all platforms tomorrow. Following the success of their 2022 release, Aum Akua, which artfully blended Hawaiian and Indian sounds, Santhi, takes their unique global fusion to new heights.

Inspired by the spirituality and natural splendor of the famed Indonesian island of Bali, Santhi‘s Sanskrit title means “peaceful in spiritual and physical happiness,” which comes from the Sanskrit word Shanti, a widely known word for peace. The island of Bali is renowned for its art, spirituality, and stunning natural beauty. A unique history of Sanskrit and Hindu elements influences many aspects of Balinese culture.

The album expands on Aum Akua‘s instrumentation with the addition of mesmerizing tuned percussion like Handpan, Tuned Tabla Tarang, and Balinese gamelan-influenced melodic percussion. This transports listeners on an auditory journey through the meditative shades of ragas, Slendro, and Pelog scales, and Kimo’s emotive slack key guitar.

Songs reflect the interplay of dark and light in titles like “Shadow Play,” “Sun Rain,” and “Rainbow Body.” The entire palette of instruments, from bansuri flutes to fretless bass, creates a rich tapestry of tone and texture. Recorded by West and mastered by the legendary John Golden, Santhi promises an immersive global fusion experience that captivates and engages the listener.

Joss and Kimo’s collaborations have garnered critical and fan acclaim in the world music, jazz, and new-age genres. With its innovative east-meets-west stylings, Santhi will enthrall existing fans and introduce new listeners to its unique appeal.

The release day focus track from Santhi, “Afterglow,” the album opener, draws listeners into the set with its warm inviting vibes, evoking an ocean breeze flowing over one in savasana. It’s perfect for relaxation, concentration, study, rest, sleep, yoga, and meditation. The song would work perfectly in a yoga playlist or relaxing at the beach.

West & Jaffe will perform with special guests, Grammy winners Opium Moon, and Masood Ali Khan, at the Summer Music Celebration, an epic spiritual jam at 7:30 pm this Sunday August 18, 2024, at The Lab at 12024 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066. Tickets are available here.

The Stratos Ensemble’s Freeing Form Out

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Los Angeles – April 12, 2024 – Dean De Benedictis’ Stratos Ensemble, the improvisational/jazz outfit he’s led that has been officially expanding the margin between electronic soundscapes and full-band sensibilities since 2004, releases its first full-length album since 2016, Freeing Form today. Freeing Form is available now at https://open.spotify.com/album/4qrifbTIVI9lBZhzZyprkn?si=Y6Yu_E3XROek7f-aN3dc8g and all digital platforms.

The Stratos Ensemble approaches their music from an ambient, progressive style base rather than the traditional, non-idiomatic, free-jazz school of thought. They focus on textured audio exploration as much as musicianship, and their performances often extend into epic, long-form sets of sonic and melodic exploration, moving through peaks and valleys of intensity and emotional dynamics.

This latest LP by the Stratos Ensemble, entitled Freeing Form, is more versatile than any of the band’s previous releases. It covers a selection of work from 2013-2023, focusing mainly on the last two years of material performed by the band’s most current lineup of players. Various vocal elements are also introduced, a development following the arrival of a lead singer, Nichole Michelle Jones, in 2022. The music of Freeing Form, much like the rest of the Stratos Ensemble’s work, began as complete improvisations tracked at various studios. Later, De Benedictis mixed and edited these recordings to make them sound more like a production, supplementing the esoteric audio abandon typically associated with improvised music recordings.

The title of Freeing Form is a play-on-words to the term free-form and is a comment on the world of free and improvised music. One of the ideas it intends to suggest is that true freedom comes in many forms, even binding ones, and can be thought of in that way rather than always being considered a product of uncompromising will or whim.

The current lineup of musicians in The Stratos Ensemble are:

TJ Sammut — guitar
Robert Gross — bass
Nichole Michelle Jones — vocals, improv lyrics
Coco Roussel — drums, drum pads, additional synth
Dean De Benedictis — piano, synths, samplers, melodica, secondary vocals
Shaunte Palmer — trombone

Information about the individual tracks on the album follows:

Together In Flames
This piece, the album focus track (aka second single) coming out with the album today, in a slightly shorter single version here, was part of a longer recorded set. It was improvised and tracked live at Clear Lake Studios in 2022. Some post-production was done later by Dean. The title answers the mood in contrast with the lyrics.

Brand U New
This exciting and dense Eno-harkening piece was part of a more extended set improvised and recorded live at Clear Lake Studios in 2022. There was an error during recording, and Dean’s vocal parts were not tracked, so he redid them during minor editing in the post. The title is a play on words from Nichole’s improvised lyrics, some resembling known sayings.

Dunn
This piece, the first single of this album, released on March 25, was a group interpretation of a rough vamp sketch with no entirely premeditated parts (in Stratos’ tradition). The band also played along with a pre-programmed sequencer during the intro, comprised mainly of whispered consonants. The entire piece was improvised and recorded live at Clear Lake Studios in 2019 by Brandon McGregor (guitar), Coco Roussel (drums), Robert Gross (bass), and Dean De Benedictis (piano/synth /lead voice sample). The title is a hat-tip to the band’s fun-but-short-stint guitarist, Brandon.

Ray Of Night
This extended but moody jam was part of a longer recorded set. It was improvised and recorded live at Clear Lake Studios in 2022. Some post-production was done later by Dean. The title answers the mood in contrast with the spontaneous lyrics.

Up Tyner
This piece was also part of a longer recorded set. Dean began playing an old McCoy Tyner riff variation in slow swing, and the band soon joined. The title is a dedication to that moment. As always, the lyrics were improvised. The piece was improvised and tracked live at Clear Lake Studios in 2022.

We Hope AI Will Have Moments Like This
This cheekily titled piece was part of a more extended set improvised and recorded at 4th Street Studios in LA on the coldest day of 2023. Dean later did some post-production.

Nev
This piece was improvised live at Multi Media Studios in 2015 by Dean De Benedictis (melodica), Shaunte Palmer (trombone), Coco Rousell (drums), Rod McDowell (bass), and Daniel Coffeng (guitar effects). Some post-production was done later by Dean.

No Stranger
This piece is part of a more extended set. It was improvised and tracked at Amp Rehearsal Studios in 2013 by Dean De Benedictis (keyboards/embellishments), Rod McDowell (bass), Brock Bowers (drums), and Angelo Alonte (electric violin / 12-string guitar). Dean later did some post-production.

When Reminded Of Arcadia
Another extended jam was improvised and tracked at the bassist’s art loft in Arcadia, California, in 2014. The musicians were Dean De Benedictis (intro synth/lead synth), Brock Bowers (drums), Carl Royce (upright electric bass), Jim Goetsch (backup synth / mock piano), and Daniel Coffeng (guitar). Dean later did some post-production.

Lighthouse
This piece was part of an extended set improvised and recorded live at 4th Street Studios in LA during the coldest day of 2023. Dean later did some post-production. The title answers the spontaneous lyrics and mood, as it feels reverent and upbeat while simultaneously resembling lament and release. We thought it a fitting album end.

Exiled Chart Topping Russian Electronic Duo AIGEL Announces Debut US Tour

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Berlin — April 23, 2024 – AIGEL, the trailblazing, now in-exile Russian electronic duo, has announced its first-ever US tour this June. Fresh off the viral success of its Tatar-language single “Piyala,” AIGEL will bring its signature blend of electro, rap, psychedelic electronica, and Tatar lyrics to stages in New York, Chicago, San Francisco, and Los Angeles.

After the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the band made an anti-war statement, was banned in Russia, and left the country. Before the US tour, they are performing at a June 4 birthday remembrance for Alexei Navalny in Berlin. Currently, singer/songwriter Aigul Gaisina is based in Berlin, while producer Ilya Baramiia resides in Montenegro. The duo creates and performs primarily in Russian and Tatar, with a bit of English.

“We are thrilled to be able to bring our music to the US finally,” says AIGEL singer Aigul Gaisina. “This tour is a dream come true for us. We can’t wait to connect with our amazing American fans who have shown us so much support online over the years.”

AIGEL is known for its unique mix of Tartar, Russian, and English lyrics with high BPM electronic tracks, evocative songwriting, solid rapping, and intense, quality-produced music videos that focus on the challenges of life in Russia.

Their latest smash hit, “Piyala,” has 44 million YouTube views (mostly from when it exploded in late 2023 due to use in a popular TV show), topped the global Shazam charts, and snagged the #1 spot on Apple Music and Spotify charts across Eastern Europe and Central Asia. Their single “Tatarin” has amassed 120 million YouTube views, while other popular singles, including “Prince on White” and “You’re Born,” have generated millions of YouTube views as well.

The music video for the song “You’re Born” was released two days after Putin’s presidential terms were ‘zeroed out’ in 2020. The video depicts an old figure of authority becoming young through an ancient Russian Orthodox ritual of diving into an ice-hole. Many considered the video prophetic. It gained massive media attention, earned the Silver Lion award at the Cannes Lions Festival, and won over 15 awards at festivals worldwide, including the Berlin Music Awards.

Take advantage of this rare chance to catch AIGEL’s hypnotic live show on their first US tour:
June 7 – Brooklyn, NY – Music Hall of Williamsburg
June 11 – Chicago, IL – Empty Bottle
June 13 – San Francisco, CA – The Independent
June 14 – Los Angeles, CA – Echoplex
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Bhakti Fest Welcomes Thousands for a Transformational Event September 27-29 in Joshua Tree, California

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Joshua Tree, CA – April 29, 2024 – Bhakti Fest, Southern California’s popular yoga and conscious music festival, will return to the beautiful Joshua Lake & Campground on September 27-29, 2024.

This pioneering gathering will be celebrating its 13th anniversary. Bhakti Fest is a beacon for spiritual seekers worldwide, best known for nonstop music, yoga classes, breathwork and sound healing sessions, vegetarian cuisine, healing bodywork, wisdom talks, conscious community, and transformation. With the fantastic success of last year’s first post-COVID festival, the Bhakti Fest team is excited to welcome its fans back in 2024.

Festival producer Bella Silberfein notes, “With last year’s incredible festival that exceeded all our expectations, we are thrilled to be back with a festival in Joshua Tree in 2024. We look forward to bringing our entire Bhakti family together again. This year, we are focused on further amplifying voices from all communities, highlighting workshops on regeneration, taking care of our planet, and creating space for connection and creativity to blossom. Change starts at a grassroots level, and we are passionate about making space for people to collaborate.”

The festival returns with all-star yoga instructors, including Seane Corn, Dianne Bondy, Shiva Rea, Janet Stone, Andrew Sealy, Susanna Barkataki, Amanda Giacomini, Kia Miller, Natalie Valle, Kumi Yogini, Govind Das, Edward Williams, Sonic Devas, Kristin Olson, Newton Campbell, Dharma Shakti and local favorites, Cedar and Sage Wellness’s Tobi Gullian and Sabrina Bennett. From those who have never stepped foot on a yoga mat to those who don’t travel without one, all student levels are welcome and encouraged to attend.

A curator of sacred sound, Bhakti Fest will host non-stop conscious music and chant across various musical genres, including blues, rock, pop, gospel, traditional, and hip-hop. Headliners include Grammy nominee Krishna Das and MC YOGI. This year’s musicians include favorites such as Deya Dova, Marieme, Ajeet, Radhika Das, Kr3ture, Vijay Krsna, Nikunja, Govind Das and Jacqueline Michelle, Radhika Vekaria, Amritakripa, Fantuzzi, Saeed Younan, Jayadeva Dasa, Nina Rao, Shamiran, Allison Eaton, Sharanam, Kamini Natarajan and more.

Bhakti Fest provides participants the unique opportunity to interact with and learn from some of the greatest luminaries of our time. Speakers include Jai Dev, Indy Rishi Singh (and the Cosmic Labyrinth), Tommy Rosen, Harpinder Kaur Mann, Sita Devi Dasi, Scott Blossom, Troy Casey, Ramana, Abudu Nininger, Siva Mohan, Diana Cantú-Reyna, Haridass Kaur Khalsa, Zoe Kors and more. In the festival’s tradition, Bhakti Fest will be dedicated to beloved mentor and friend Baba Ram Das.

The family festival is complete with a Kids’ Village! In the cool shade, fun, physical, creative, musical, and conscious activities provide an opportunity to enjoy time together. Family bundles are available to encourage bringing the kiddos to experience the magic.

Bhaktis will feast on various raw, vegan, and vegetarian food and beverage options. There is an extensive marketplace with eco-friendly, sustainable vendors offering clothing, devotional art, musical instruments, CDs, crafts, jewelry, and more.

Accommodations on-site include glamping, camping, and RV parking. Several hotels within a few miles of the campground offer discounts for attendees.

With a world-class lineup of musicians and yoga instructors, conscious workshops, and artisan vendors, Bhakti Fest offers the most heart-opening, consciousness-raising experience of any festival today. Attendees describe the festival as “immersed in the greatest conscious party you have ever experienced, filled with music, yoga, dancing, love, light, and heart-centered community.”

Tickets for Bhakti Fest 2024 are available here. The non-profit festival donates a percentage of its funds to charities and other nonprofit groups that provide food, education, and environmental beautification programs worldwide. These include Food for Life Vrindavan, Love Serve Remember Foundation, Ramana’s Garden, Share Your Care, and the Seva Foundation. Senior, local, student, and military discounts are all available to make the event as accessible as possible for attendees of all ages.

DisclosureFest™ and Fade to Black Announce Lineup for the Mass Meditation Initiative: A Mindful Music, Yoga, Healing Arts, and Vegan Festival Taking Place Summer Solstice Weekend, June 21-23 at Castaic Lake Lagoon

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Los Angeles, CA – April 30, 2024 – DisclosureFest and Fade to Black will host the Mass Meditation Initiative on Summer Solstice Weekend, Friday, June 21- Sunday, June 23, 2024. This event has been the 9th Mass Meditation Initiative festival since 2017, following several events in SoCal, Washington DC, and Las Vegas. The event brings top electronic, spiritual, and jam music artists; conscious speakers and workshops on health, wellness, the environment, and humanitarian topics; yoga classes, sound baths, and an art walk featuring world-renowned visionary artists; vegan plant-based foods; and a children’s space offering a multitude of activities throughout the weekend.
The festival will kick off on Friday, June 21, at 10:00 AM, and yoga classes start as early as 7:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday. So, plan on arriving early to get grounded, stretch, and prepare for fully immersive days at the Castaic Lake Lagoon (32132 Castaic Lake Dr., Castaic, CA 91384), at the Interstate 5 exit at Hughes Lake Road, just 41 miles northeast of downtown Los Angeles.

The Mass Meditation is scheduled for 2:22 PM Pacific Daylight Time on Friday, June 21, and Saturday, June 22, and will be live-streamed at https://disclosurefest.org/live/. During the mass meditation, everyone on site, expected to be around 10,000 people, will meditate with an online global audience. This year’s meditation focuses collective energy on water and its importance in sustaining life, supporting global healing, and enabling change for humanity and the planet.

Mass meditation offers numerous benefits, both for individuals and society as a whole. When large groups gather to meditate simultaneously, they create a powerful collective energy that can positively impact the surrounding environment. Scientific studies have shown that mass meditation can lower crime rates, reduce stress levels, and even decrease incidents of conflict around the world. This phenomenon is attributed to synchronizing brainwave patterns among participants, leading to a state of coherence and harmony.

Additionally, mass meditation fosters a sense of community and interconnectedness, promoting empathy and understanding among individuals. Our organization, DisclosureFest Foundation, has been widely recognized by prestigious publications such as the Smithsonian and Newsweek for its impact on global change through its Mass Meditation Initiative. As more research delves into the science behind meditation and its collective effects, its potential for fostering peace and well-being on a global scale becomes increasingly evident.

Attendees are invited to immerse themselves in live music at three music stages. Performers include Rising Appalachia, Deya Dova, Porangui, Mike Love, Shaman’s Dream, and Sonic Devas. Premier DJs include Marques Wyatt, DJ Dan, Doc Martin, and more. Further music details are here.

Eight workshop tents will host transformative sessions, with speakers including Bashar, Billy Carson, 19Keys, Jimmy Church, Julia Cannon, Brad Olsen, Zat Baraka, Laura Eisenhower, Michael Tellinger, and more, who are set to inspire with their profound insights and teachings. Conscious workshops include lessons in plant-based food preparation, ecstatic dance, ayurveda, essential oils, herbalism, sacred geometry, past life regressions, light alchemy, singing, meditation and visualization practices, Siddha healing, and quantum third eye activations. The complete list of speakers and workshop leaders is here.

This year, the DisclosureFest Foundation introduces its Integration Series Workshops. These two-day workshops, held on Saturday and Sunday, are designed to transform attendees, and facilitate the integration of newfound knowledge.

Dozens of yoga classes will be offered, offering different modalities, such as tantra, acro, kundalini, hatha, and Naam, for all levels of participation. Children will enjoy a weekend of workshops, including yoga, meditation, tribal body painting, singing with movement, sacred geometry drawing, vegan plant-based superfoods, and more. Festival attendees may also participate in opening and closing ceremonies, cacao ceremonies, drum circles, goddess circles, and an interactive tea house.

Some of Los Angeles’ finest plant-based restaurants will serve highly vibration, nutrition-dense vegan cuisines, desserts, juices, smoothies, and kombucha beverages. Health and wellness products and services will also add to this fantastic experiential weekend, which is the true essence of DisclosureFest™.

One-day passes start at $77.00, with additional options for complete weekend passes, camping, and parking. For more information on pricing and the festival program, please visit www.DisclosureFest.org to get tickets, sign up for the live stream, and discover this year’s lineup of live performances, artists, speakers, yoga classes, workshops, sound healings, vegan foods, partners, and sponsors that will co-create another magical weekend of activation.

About The DisclosureFest™ Foundation
The DisclosureFest™ Foundation is a multicultural initiative and community-based nonprofit platform. Our Foundation unites heart-centered, like-minded people, donors, and sponsors working to raise consciousness, provide education on health and wellness, and create awareness of global, environmental, and humanitarian initiatives through ongoing monthly volunteer-based events and programs.

Liminal Shade Announces New Member, Benjamin Thompson, aka Hex Wolves, Releases New Double Single “Creation” / “Abandonment”

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Liminal Shade photo in desertLos Angeles – May 10, 2024—Darkwave trio Liminal Shade expands its sonic explorations by releasing a captivating new double single, “Creation” / “Abandonment.” These two tracks mark an evolution in the band’s sound, delving deeper into abstract symbolism and harder, darker sounds.

Mar Boreal and John von Seggern are joined on this release by new band member Benjamin Thompson, known for his work with post-Witch House group D/SIR and industrial techno project Hex Wolves. Thompson’s years of experience in the West Coast dark music scene and interests in mythology and countercultures align perfectly with Liminal Shade’s vision.

“Creation” invites the listener on a spiritual healing and wholeness journey, with Mar’s ethereal voice pleading, “Make me whole again / Sing for me.” The track’s water imagery and themes of clinging to life evoke a sense of rebirth and transformation.

In “Abandonment,” a faint distant light beckons the protagonist through uncertainty and the unknown. The song’s narrative explores the human struggle between fear and curiosity, the pull between the familiar and the mysterious.

With this double single, Liminal Shade fearlessly stands at the precipice of new sonic territories, inviting listeners to join them in pondering questions of creation, abandonment, and the search for meaning.

“Creation” and “Abandonment” are available now on all major streaming platforms. Immerse yourself in Liminal Shade’s world and embrace the journey into the liminal spaces of the psyche.

Stream/Purchase:
https://symphony.to/liminal-shade/creation-abandonment
https://liminalshade.bandcamp.com/album/singles

Follow Liminal Shade:
https://linktr.ee/liminal_shade

Benjamin Thompson bio:
Benjamin Thompson, the newest member of Liminal Shade, brings his distinctive approach to the band’s darkwave sound for the first time with this release.

Benjamin was the creative force behind post-witch house band D/SIR and industrial techno project Hex Wolves and has been a mainstay in the West Coast dark electronic music scene since the 2000s. His raw, visceral style adds a compelling new dimension to the band.

As D/SIR, Thompson created haunting compositions that merge occult influences with digital sounds, spanning the genres of dark ambient, witch house, and experimental electronics. His Hex Wolves project channels the energy of industrial techno with relentless beats and abrasive textures.

Thompson’s interests in mythology and symbolism resonate with Liminal Shade’s focus on exploring uncharted psychic territories. His perspective on music as a transformative medium, invoking ancient archetypes and modern anxieties, contributes to the band’s sonic alchemy.

With the addition of Benjamin Thompson, the band is poised to traverse new sonic realms, guiding listeners through the liminal spaces where darkness and light intertwine. His unique background and artistic vision strengthen Liminal Shade’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of darkwave music.

Experience IZZY’s Rich Catalog for Free February 1 to 8 to Celebrate the Global Premiere of “The Chef” From the Creator of Worldwide Hits “Shtisel” and “Fauda”

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Publicity photo from Izzy the ChefTel Aviv – February 1, 2024 – In a groundbreaking move, IZZY, the innovative streaming platform known for bringing the best of Israeli entertainment to the global stage, is thrilled to announce a one-week free viewing event. This exclusive offer from February 1 to 8 coincides with the worldwide premiere of “The Chef,” the latest addition to IZZY’s impressive content lineup.

This one-week free FULL-ACCESS is the perfect opportunity for new viewers to experience the depth and variety of IZZY’s catalog. It’s an invitation to explore the rich tapestry of Israeli storytelling, ranging from gripping dramas such as “The Women’s Balcony” and “Allenby” to insightful documentaries like “Under the Iron Dome,” “Golda,” and more.

The award-winning drama “The Chef” was produced by Yes Studios, the production house behind international hits like “Fauda,” “Shtisel,” and “The Beauty Queen of Jerusalem.” Its launch is expected to captivate audiences worldwide, showcasing the distinctive narrative and production quality that Israeli content is celebrated for.

Nati Dinnar, IZZY’s CEO & co-founder, expresses his excitement, “We are proud to open our doors to the world, offering full access to all that IZZY and the acclaimed entertainment Israel has to offer, available in all 190 countries worldwide. We believe that once audiences taste the unique and compelling content produced in Israel, such as “The Chef,” they will be eager to stay and watch more.”

“The Chef” centers around Nimrod (Guri Alfi), an unemployed high-tech worker who starts working in the kitchen of a prestigious restaurant run by a brilliant chef, Dori (Gal Toren). Dori is struggling to stay relevant and keep his place at the top of the ultra-competitive gastronomic world. The series explores toxic masculinity typical in both the technology and restaurant businesses and the fragility of the male ego through the juxtaposition of the two male characters. The new cook is a family man collapsing under the weight of his responsibilities and humdrum experience. At the same time, the chef is single, indulgent, and self-absorbed, seemingly at the top of his game.

This show has won numerous awards internationally, including Gal Toren as best actor at the Berlin festival, and is very aligned with the trend of high-stress restaurant kitchen shows such as “The Bear,” “Kitchen Confidential,” “Mammals,” and “Sweetbitter.” The trailer and long list of awards for “The Chef” are available here.

Viewers around the globe are encouraged to seize this opportunity to explore IZZY’s diverse content without any commitment. There is something for everyone, from edge-of-your-seat thrillers to heartwarming comedies to intense documentaries.
Detailed information on accessing IZZY’s free viewing week is available on the IZZY website at https://www.izzy.streamisrael.tv/ and on the streamer’s social media pages.

By offering a glimpse into its extensive library of content, IZZY aims to attract a wider audience, showcasing the cultural richness and storytelling prowess of Israeli cinema and television.

About IZZY:
IZZY, founded (in 2020) and managed by longtime Israeli media executive Nati Dinnar, is an Israel lover’s dream, offering unlimited Israeli movies, TV shows, and documentaries subscribers can view worldwide with English translation. The future of Israeli entertainment has never been more inspiring. Creativity is flourishing, and new technology empowers the discovery of more Israeli filmmakers and entertainers.

Vicki Iskandar Presents The Chinese Five Elements Oracle at Tarot Week, Vitello’s Haunted Velvet Martini Lounge, October 22

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Los Angeles, CA – September 21, 2023 – Internationally recognized expert in Feng Shui and a range of Chinese spiritual practices, Vicki Iskandar, is set to captivate Tarot enthusiasts and seekers of mystical wisdom during Tarot Week at Vitello’s Haunted Velvet Martini Lounge. At 6 p.m. on October 22, Vicki unveils her divination prowess and introduces her transformative oracle deck based on the five Chinese elements.

The enchanting event unfolds within the newly renovated Velvet Martini Lounge, a remodeled space upstairs at 4349 Tujunga Avenue, Studio City, CA 91604. While admission is free, there will be a $35 order minimum per person, ensuring everyone partakes in Vitello’s fantastic food and the lounge’s famous cocktails.

Hay House/Penguin Random House’s The Chinese Five Elements Oracle, poised for release on October 10, aligns perfectly with the forthcoming Halloween festivities, holiday gift-giving season, and insightful Lunar New Year divinations slated for next February.

Vicki Iskandar’s journey into the depths of Chinese spiritual traditions began in 2012 when she ventured into the realm of BaZi/Four Pillars of Destiny, the I-Ching, Qigong, and the ancient art of Qi Men Dun Jia. This exploration and her role as a digital marketing consultant in the LOHAS (Lifestyle of Health and Sustainability) sector have enriched her understanding and mastery of these profound practices.

The Chinese Five Elements Oracle, illustrated with stunning details by Candice Soon, elegantly marries traditional theories and Taoist wisdom with a modern East-meets-West perspective. This oracle deck is designed to be accessible to novices and seasoned practitioners, offering layers of meaning within each card. Whether just starting with oracle cards or deeply immersed in Chinese Metaphysics, these cards will resonate.

Born in Indonesia to parents of Chinese heritage, Vicki’s upbringing exposed her to diverse spiritual traditions and customs. Her path into metaphysics commenced with Western astrology in 2000, following her graduate degree in business. However, her ancestral call led her to delve into Taoism, Qigong, and Chinese metaphysics, recognizing their profound relevance and healing potential in today’s fast-paced world.

Vicki’s passion for writing led her to contribute to print and digital publications, stemming from her MBA in Marketing from New York University. She initiated her professional journey in 2001 as an editor for global fashion magazines, including her role as a founding editor at Harper’s Bazaar Singapore. Explore her in-depth monthly insights on Feng Shui and the five Chinese elements at her website, vickiiskandar.com. Follow her on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook at @5elementsoracle for daily astrological wisdom blending Chinese and Western astrology.

Based in Los Angeles, Vicki also holds a California Realtor license. Her work as a Feng Shui consultant, engaging with real estate agents, developers, investors, and homebuyers over the past few years, has led her to pursue an integrated approach to real estate, solidifying her commitment to her clients’ holistic well-being.

Step back in time and relish the glamour of old Hollywood at Vitello’s new Rat Pack-inspired cocktail lounge, offering live music and events, culinary delights, and classic cocktails with a contemporary twist. The Velvet Martini Lounge invites you to immerse yourself in a bygone era. Whether seeking a romantic escape or a fun night with friends, prepare to be impressed and transported to an unforgettable experience!

About Vicki Iskandar
Vicki Iskandar is a renowned expert in Feng Shui and Chinese metaphysics. Her passion for astrology, writing, and holistic well-being has driven her to share her knowledge through publications and consultations. She holds a California Realtor license and offers an integrated approach to real estate. Visit her website at vickiiskandar.com for more information.