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"Island Love Songs" New internet radio station dedicated to Vancouver Island recording artists
By Anonymous Victoria, BC May 25, 2004--Rick Bateman today announced the launching of the "Island Love Songs" internet radio station,
exclusively playing the soft & romantic tracks of Vancouver Island and Gulf Island recording artists. Island Love Songs is a Live365.com station that broadcasts continuously 24 hours per day, seven days a week. The purpose of Island Love Songs radio is to promote the music of Vancouver Island and Gulf Island recording artists locally and around the world.
Some of the artists on Island Love Songs are well known performers like Diana Krall, Nelly Furtado or Randy Bachman and you will also hear the
music of recording artists that will be new to you. The music is of the adult contemporary or easy listening and adult contemporary genres - soft, light and positive, and includes folk, jazz, pop, spiritual, Celtic, classical or other similar styles. There are currently about twenty five artists representing just over five hours of music and more will be added steadily over time.
We will be working towards a live performance by the participating artists and a compilation CD which we will also promote to the hospitality and tourism industry locally. I am also hoping to find a local sponsor so we can eliminate the Live365 advertising. I am currently purchasing internet based advertising and print advertising for the station yet it does not provide any revenue, its all coming out of my own pocket. In the future I hope it does earn its own way, I see ways that it could, and maybe I will sell a few of my own CDs as well. I really hope local artists will see that it is a great way for them to get airplay and promotion. I hope to make this a visible aspect of the Vancouver Island tourism industry over the next few years which right now is not doing too much for local artists off island.
If a Vancouver Island or Gulf Island based recording artist wants their music on the stations they just need to submit a promotional copy of their CD. Up to three tracks can be added to the playlist. Only original material is considered. As there are over 700 island based recording artists, we will end up with a very rich and listenable station.
For more information about Island Love Songs or submitting a CD visit islandlovesongs.com
About Rick Bateman:
Rick Bateman is a local writer and musician. For further details about Rick please visit rickbateman.com
Contact
Rick Bateman
250-382-9688
rick@islandlovesongs.com
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Filipino American Actor’s two films screening at the Long Island Int'l Film Expo 2004
By Anonymous July 7, 2004 -- Filipino American Actor’s two films screening at the Long Island International Film Expo 2004
Filipino American Award Winning Actor/Filmmaker Luis Pedron stars in two films penned and directed by indie producer Long Island resident, Todd M. Jones. The two short films “The Thief” and “Writer’s Block” will be screened as Official entries to the Long Island International Film Expo 2004 on July 12, 2004 at the Bellmore Movies, Bellmore Long Island, NY at 4:30PM and 7:00 PM respectively.
“THE THIEF” 31 minutes focuses on Samantha Reeves (Kasey McNatt), one of the most successful professional thieves in the open market, and her efforts to retrieve a necklace for the mysterious crime lord known as The Emperor. Luis Pedron stars as Petruchio, the emperor’s henchman. “This is my first Villain role. You got to see this. Hey, but, I play it with such vulnerability…”, Pedron explains. http://www.movingtalking.com/thethief.htm
“WRITER'S BLOCK” 23 minutes starring Luis Pedron as the Writer, is the story of an aspiring screenwriter who is assigned his first project; but is given only three days to complete it. Attempts to focus on the task at hand are ruined as he must contend with his friend's newest purchase, a shaky new romance, and his own delusions of grandeur...not to mention the best hallucination that coffee, sugar, and donuts have ever induced. (also stars FHM lingerie covergirl Vida Guerra and Kasey McNatt as the love interest). “This is my first leading role that I play the underdog but succeeds and gets to be a romantic lead. Who knew,” Pedron laughs. http://www.movingtalking.com/writersblock.htm
Pedron’s collaborations with Jones started after their chance meeting at the NY International Independent Film and Video Festival 2002 where they were both participants and award winners. In gratitude, Pedron says, “Todd M. Jones, I think, is one of the World's best up-and-coming award winning filmmakers, so I am flattered to be casted in not just one but two of his films."
Related info:
“The Thief” trailer: http://www.movingtalking.com/TheThief/TrailerLarge.htm
Long Island International Film Expo official site: http://www.longislandfilm.com/
THE THIEF - Long Island Int'l Film Expo.
July 12, 2004 // 4:30 pm $ 8.00 (tickets bought at the box office that same day)
Bellmore Movies - Bellmore, NY
WRITER'S BLOCK - Long Island Int'l Film Expo.
July 12, 2004 // 7:00 pm $ 8.00 (tickets bought at the box office that same day)
Bellmore Movies - Bellmore, NY
Bellmore Movies: theatre telephone: 516-783-3199
From the Long Island Railroad:
Babylon line. Get off at Bellmore stop and walk down from the platform and walk right across the street to the Bellmore Movies! We are on the North side of the tracks. LIRR information from Penn Station #718-217-5477. From Suffolk 631-231-5477 from Nassau 516-822-5477 www.lirr.org
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Borneo - Exotic Island Paradise
By Walter Rajah SABAH is Malaysia's premier nature adventure destination situated in the northern tip of Borneo Island, the third largest island in the world. Sabah is popular for its wildlife conservation attractions, rain forest, surrounding nature and islands, beach resorts, tropical white sandy beaches, crystal clear water, and its warm and friendly people. If you are thinking of visiting Borneo, these places of interest and activities will whet your appetite!
Mount Kinabalu
Let me begin with my favorite place and definitely not to be missed if you are visiting Borneo, Mt. Kinabalu (4,093m). It is the summit of Borneo and the tallest mountain in South East Asia. This mountain is sacred to the locals. Thousands from around the world have trekked to its peak. At the feet of this mountain is Kinabalu National Park, a botanical paradise where rare plants are found: rare orchids, nepenthes pitcher plants and the rafflesia, the largest flower in the world.
Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre
If you haven't heard yet, the most popular native of Borneo is the Orang Utan. The world-famous Sepilok Rehabilitation Centre enables visitors to come in close contact with these amazing animals. This sanctuary allows visitors to witness an exciting conservation programme in action. Set in 43 square km of beautiful rainforest, the sanctuary helps once captive Orang Utans learn to fend for themselves in the wild. Watch how these orphaned Orang Utans being taught to climb, and then go to a platform where you can witness them coming in from within the forest for their daily meals of milk and bananas.
Danum Valley Rain Forest
If nature is close to your heart, then this next destination I am going to introduce you is a must visit, Danum Valley. Danum Valley is nestled deep in the rain forest of Borneo where nature is at its most pristine. As you travel deeper and deeper into the jungle, you will suddenly come across a magical paradise of the Borneo Rainforest Lodge (BRL), erected overlooking the magnificent setting of the Segama River and flanked by tall hill ranges. BRL is an impressive resort, designed by naturalists and built on stilts using traditional timber materials, and has the comfort of a 3-Star Hotel. I totally recommend Danum Valley to those who yearn to see wildlife in a primeval Borneo rainforest - the rare Sumatran rhino, proboscis monkeys, Orang Utan, elephants and over 275 species of birds.
Tunku Abdul Rahman Island Park
When you think you have enough of sightseeing and you want to take a day's break idling around to charge your energy, then I suggest you take a 30-minute boat trip to Tunku Abdul Rahman Park. The park is made up of five beautiful islands and is a well-known sanctuary where peace and tranquility prevails. The tropical white sandy beaches are ideal for relaxing and tanning. The crystal clear water is fantastic if you fancy snorkeling or watching the sea lives and corals. The park is also a great spot for a BBQ picnic under the long hours of golden sunshine. Other activities include windsurfing, fishing, parasailing, kayaking and bird watching.
Golfing Holidays
If golf is your sport, then try the numerous high quality golf courses in Sabah. One of the courses as described by its designer - “I had to create a masterpiece by combining the natural splendor of the mountains and the seas, with ingenious architecture, and create a first class championship course to provide an enjoyable, yet challenging game for top professional golfers and amateurs alike" - Graham Marsh. Enough words said for the quality of golf courses here.
White-Water Rafting
For the true adventure seeker looking for an adrenaline-pumping activity, Sabah offers some of the most exhilarating thrills in the world. My scariest experience, only because I am not a good swimmer, is white-water rafting down the Padas River (a grade-3 river). Whilst trying to negotiate the rapids along this raging river for a distance of about 5 kilometers, do enjoy the breathtaking view that the surrounding rain forest does offer. However, be warned, don't take your eyes off the rapids and waves too long!
Scuba Diving
Off the North Eastern coast of Borneo lies a tiny jewel of an island, Sipadan, with a marine ecosystem so perfect and unique that it is world renowned as one of the best dive spots in the world. Sipadan Island rises as a pristine Coral Sea mount, 650 meters from the floor of the Sulawesi Sea. This pinnacle off the eastern coast of Borneo is an oceanic magnet for marine life. As soon as you enter the crystal clear waters of Sipadan Island, you'll understand why you have endured a journey that has taken you halfway around the world. As you begin to descend into this tropical water, you'll also understand why the World Wildlife Fund says, "No other spot on the planet has more marine life than this island."
Walter Rajah is owner of Exploration Borneo Tours. Visit his site at http://www.explorationborneo.com for more information and images of Borneo - The Exotic Island Paradise. Check out all the travel packages to Borneo and subscribe to EBT Travel Newsletter for the latest events, travel news, Borneo articles and cheap deals!
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