Pete Allman Interview with Hector Kabande Part 1

Part 1 of this interview at Torre Lucerna Resort in Ensenada is a marvelous vacation spot, regarded as a five star hotel. Hector Kabande, the creator and visionary, along with his brother Fernando, have provided five star treatment for guests for each of their hotels. C.S.N. News rates the Lucerna Hotel Group 5 stars. Video shot and edited by Antonio Green​ if you’re ever in Ensenada check out this hot spot for a great experience

Pete Allman’s Interview with Hector Kabande Part 2

 Part 2 of this interview at Torre Lucerna Resort in Ensenada is a marvelous vacation spot, regarded as a five star hotel. Hector Kabande, the creator and visionary, along with his brother Fernando, have provided five star treatment for guests for each of their hotels. C.S.N. News rates the Lucerna Hotel Group 5 stars. Video shot and edited by Antonio Green​ if you’re ever in Ensenada check out this hot spot for a great experience

JASON ALEXANDER LAMPOONS SELF-HELP GURUS IN ONE MAN SHOW AT PLANET HOLLYWOOD Written By: Benjamin B. Childs

Jason Alexander aka George Costanza performs a one man comedy act at Planet Hollywood through March 14. The audience is part of the Donny Clay Experience motivational seminar. Donny Clay has The Way. He just wants you to know you, to let the you inside of you out of you. You’re perfect just the way you are, no matter how lousy that is, and since you’ve obviously hit bottom by paying good money to get into his show in a desperate, last ditch effort to improve your life, he’ll help you.

Ever since Donny was a little boy, he’s been gifted with The Answer. To almost every question. Can’t stand your kids, other relatives, job, boss, neighbor? Get a gun. Hate your wife? Get a divorce. Here are four words to guide you in making more money. Get-a-second-job.
Worried about your health? Diet and exercise. For diet, Donny employs a string diet. This involves tying a string to everything you eat, then pulling it our of your mouth before you can eat it. Exercise? Try, um, exercising with yourself, if you know what I mean, to a healthier, happier you.
Commitment? You don’t even want to know.
Discomfort is good. Especially when Donny is wearing a flesh colored body suit with a codpiece. And extolling the virtues of remaining together using an old married couple from the audience.
With answers like these, who needs Dr. Phil, Tony Robbins, Oprah or Richard Simmons? Obviously not the celebrities like Ray Romano and Kirk Douglas, whose negative endorsements described how knowing Donny showed them what not to do and motivated them to do anything to get rid of him.
The concept for the show originated from a short lived sitcom that Alexander had called Bob Patterson about the life of a motivational speaker. He just took the show and incorporated an actual training session into the script.
The audience laughed through the entire show. And learned something about themselves.

Former Warner Bros. Executive TED JOSEPH Named President of Vegas-based Indie Label OD

 FORMER WARNER BROS. EXEC TED JOSEPH

TAKES THE REINS OF LAS VEGAS BASED

INDIE LABEL ODDS ON RECORDS,

WHOSE ROSTER INCLUDES FAMED

POP DUO AIR SUPPLY AND L.A. BASED

ELECTRONIC-POP BAND ULTRAVIOLET SOUND

During Joseph’s 21 Years At Warner Bros. Records,

The Multi-Faceted Executive Worked With Legendary

Artists Madonna, Fleetwood Mac, Prince, Rod Stewart,

George Benson, David Sanborn and Al Jarreau

In the nearly 35 years since Ted Joseph began his incredibly diverse 21-year-stint at Warner Bros. Records, the industry has evolved from a corporate-centered culture to a new digital age where indie labels and DIY bands thrive.

While many of the top executives he has worked with over the years have shifted gears as casualties of the endless changes, the multi-faceted behind the scenes force is not only surviving, but thriving in the current environment. After several years as a consultant in the realm of “virtual labels,” the Detroit-bred executive brings his vast wealth of experience and expertise to his new role as President of the Las Vegas based independent label Odds On Records.

Joseph began his association with the label as a consultant to help the company get up and running and is now at the helm of a growing label whose roster includes legendary (and still massively globally popular) duo Air Supply and L.A. based electronic pop band Ultraviolet Sound, whose lead singer, onetime EMI artist Sarah Hudson, is the cousin of actress Kate Hudson.

After years in the multi-tiered corporate environment, Joseph is thrilled to run a smaller company where he can play a direct role in the careers of his artists. Odds On, which has global distribution via E1 Entertainment (formerly Koch Entertainment), is gearing up for new releases by both artists. Mumbo Jumbo, due May 4, is Air Supply’s first studio recording of all original material since 2002; its lead single, the infectious pop rocker “Dance With Me,” hit Adult Contemporary radio in March. Ultraviolet Sound’s debut single “Suck My Kiss” will be shipped to radio in June, two months before the band’s self-titled debut is set to drop.

Several of the tracks of Mumbo Jumbo were recorded at Odds On Recording (www.oddsonrecording.com), the state of the art studio owned by the label’s owners. Run separately from the label, the facility has hosted hip-hop/rap superstar Akon, rapper T.I., Smash Mouth lead singer Steve Harwell, pop/rocker Huey Lewis and Alicia Keys’ engineer Ann Mincelli.

These unique artists join numerous legends on Joseph’s rich resume. Over the years, working in both New York and Los Angeles, Joseph worked in numerous departments at Warner Bros., including marketing, sales, radio promotion and distribution. Among others, he dealt with everyone from Madonna, Fleetwood Mac, Prince and Rod Stewart to jazz and R&B greats George Benson, David Sanborn and Al Jarreau.

“I’m excited that I am able to bring to Odds On my many years of corporate experience and my recent work as a consultant for indie labels,” says Joseph, who launched his career as a merchandiser in his native Detroit. “I’m pleased to say that I have been able to successfully make the transition from the old music business model to today’s very different world. Many independents these days don’t have the budget or desire to do much more than send their bands on the road and hope they generate interest. But I believe in hiring the best in the business to help us market our artists and promote them at radio and retail.

“Odds On is also very active with internet marketing and social networking,” he adds. “We don’t plan to have a roster of 25 artists. We want to stay small so that we can give them the attention they deserve and not make them part of a cookie cutter production line operation. Our label is about melding together the ideas and strategies that made the old music business successful while bringing in exciting new technology and the opportunities available to us in the modern industry. Air Supply is a legendary group with a worldwide following of hundreds of thousands and global tours every year. Ultraviolet Sound is an L.A. band with a regional following. As you can see, we are open to artists at different stages of their careers…and also different genres of music!”

Wearing what he calls “all the hats” as President of Odds On Records, Joseph is thrilled about all aspects of running the label—from dealing directly with his artists (sans bureaucratic interference) to working hands on with the legal and manufacturing departments.

“All of these aspects present exciting challenges,” he says, “but for me at this point in my career, I’m really most interested in working with innovative, creative people and artists, employees and outside independent contractors of integrity. I especially love the idea of creating partnerships with the artists and being able, for the first time in my many years in the music business, to make the final decisions that can help the label thrive. To be successful, you have to be fiscally responsible and make sure your funds are being utilized 100 percent for maximum results. Our instincts are good and we’re excited about the future here at Odds On Records.”

Suggestions for interview or more information on AIR SUPPLY, contact:
Steve Levesque or Chrissy Sutphin at LUCK Media & Marketing, Inc. at (818) 760-8077.

info@luckmedia.com, www.luckmedia.com, www.airsupplymusic.com

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Rosarito Beach Hotel and Condo Resort- A Haven For Celebrities and Families By Pete Allman

 During my travels, I’ve always looked for resorts that had a story to tell, especially a historical one. I recently spent some time in Rosarita Beach Hotel, located 18 miles south of Tijuana Mexico. The resort was built in 1924 by Don Manuel Barbachano, who was responsible for initiating telephone service and electricity to the community as well as the Tijuna Freeway System. It was a haven for Rita Hayworth, John Wayne, Frank Sinatra, Gregory Peck, and Marilyn Monroe just to mention a few.Today, celebrities such as Tom Hallick formerly of ” The Young and Restless ” say, ” Rosarito Beach Hotel carries the historic culture of Mexico and the beauty and tranquility of a small town. It’s an easy drive and a quick getaway.” states Hallick. The resort has a new condominium tower, which has the latest technologies in condo living and are available for home ownership. This quaint and historical resort also plays host to corporate events and retreats, along with anniversaries.The chefs at Rosarito are famous for providing excellent brunches. You may want to inquire about their new restaurants and check out their new spa where their famous Aromatic Swedish massage is receiving rave reviews and all for $29.00.

There’s also plenty of activities such as wine tasting at various wineries, The Fox Studios where the Titanic was filmed, whale watching and paragliding. Abraham, the hotel’s activity director, schedules the tours. On a personal note,this reporter found the staff and the quality of service at Rosarito Hotel superb.I personally commend Mr Hugo Peon, the general manager for his hospitality and his vision in providing personalized service in a warm friendly environment. For reservations call 1 [800] 343-8582. Tell them Pete sent you.

Pete Allman is a Las Vegas and Los Angeles commentator, broadcast personality, and producer of television commercials and half hour entertainment programs.He has interviewed over 30,000 movie and sports personalities Mr. Allmans interviews are distributed through edmagiktv, peteonthescenechannel,and other print and internet outlets.
Contact Pete Allman at allman@celebrityscene.com or call [702] 265-9099 or [323] 632-2800.

Tony Curtis Autograph Book Signing at Turner Classic Movie Festival By Pete Allman

 Turner Classic Movies had their first Classic Film Festival at The Chinese Grumans Theater.

It was, in a sense, old Hollywood being brought back to Hollywood, at The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, where the first Academy Awards were held. Tony Curtis, who is known for “Some Like It Hot” and a slew of other films such as “Spartacus, The Sweet Smell Success and Persuaders” was present for a his book signing, ” Art is the lifeforce for me. It’s a passion in my spirit that keeps my thoughts elevated” stated the artist. Curtis, who lives in Seven Hills, overlooking Las Vegas has his own studio on his estate, where he creates his art.

Other celebrities who attended the festival included Esther William and Ernest Bourgnine. Turner Classic Movies is owned by Time Warner.

Pete Allman is a Las Vegas and Los Angeles commentator, broadcast personality, and producer of television commercials and half hour entertainment programs.He has interviewed over 30,000 movie and sports personalities Mr. Allmans interviews are distributed through edmagiktv, peteonthescenechannel,and other print and internet outlets.
Contact Pete Allman at allman@celebrityscene.com or call [702] 265-9099 or [323] 632-2800.

Singer Alori Joh Meets Brando Unauthorized Star

 

Alori Joh is a singer, songwriter and vibrant performer from Carson, CA.
Alori Joh, a recording artist and new face on the Hollywood scene, met with Damian Chapa star of “Brando Unauthorized,” to speak with him about her music. Ms. Joh’s music is being considered for scene selection in the movie “Brando Unauthorized.”

Chapa, known as the controversial producer and director of “Dark Crossing,” “Bobby Fischer Live” and “Polanski Unauthorized,” which airs on Time Warner nationally this month, had this to say about Ms. Joh. “It’s a pleasure to meet such a beautiful artist as Alori.”

Ms. Joh, who performs as a high energy artist, first became aware of Chapa’s work from such films as “Blood In Blood Out” and “El Padrino.” I think my music is diversified enough to fit in Chapa’s films, and I look forward to moving forward with Damian to help enhance his films with my music,” Ms. Joh said.

Look out for Alori Joh’s debut mixtape, “That Time of the Month” releasing this year.