25Apr

Sinatra Palm Springs: A Legacy Revisited

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An in-depth look by the iconic figure who left a lasting legacy in the city of Palm Springs, California

Featuring interviews with Barbara Sinatra, Mel Haber, Tom Dreesen, Nelda Linsk, Bruce Fessier, Trini Lopez, Michael Fletcher, and others who knew and lived and played with Frank Sinatra. Q+A with director and guests follows screening.
A Picture Palace Release of a Mirage Films Production. Running time: 92 mins. Photo Courtesy of miragefilms.tv

Nearly 20 years after his death The life and legacy of Frank Sinatra continues unveil itself throughout the years as the legacy of this iconic personality lives on. Just 3 years ago Sinatra was celebrated all year long to mark what would had been his 100th birthday with celebrity specials and more. After nearly two decades since Sinatra had left his world on a string, so to speak, Sinatra is even more revered by generations of new and old.

Sinatra was a true multimedia giant as an entertainer of film and song through his diverse music catalogue that spanned 6 decades. It’s this legacy that had him heralded as the voice of the century in popular music. As the years pass, we continue to remember the cultural and iconic who called out bigotry and promoted civil rights when it wasn’t cool, pacing way for great minority entertainers, backing political figures and teaching us about love and limitless through his impeccable phrasing that truly voiced a generation through popular music that’s heard at weddings funerals and with a glass of wine at the dinner table. It’s that voice that today, even after a generation has passed, that we understand more about the personal Sinatra who did great for the common good of mankind often in anonymity.

In the latest documentary by director Leo Zahn, Sinatra Palm Springs, The Place He Called Home’, explores Frank Sinatra’s deep attachment to Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley, his primary home for almost 50 years. The film encapsulates the essence of the Sinatra era while pay homage to the unique lifestyle of Sinatra’s Palm Springs and Rancho Mirage; you”ll learn the amazing contributions Sinatra made a legacy that’s still felt, heard, and seen today.

Since its initial screening in February of this year, the film has earned roaring praise to sell out crowd of all ages, most recently premiering at this Phoenix Film Festival earlier this month. We had a chance to chat with The director of Sinatra Palm Springs, Leo Zahn on his film.

LISTEN TO THE INTERVIEW HERE

FOR SHOWING AND INFO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT at SinatraPalmSprings.com

01Feb

The fittest 66 year old in the world! The Journey of a World Class Athete

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The fittest senior is ready for a world class challenge unlike anything else!

The fit senior is ready for a world class challenge unlike anything else!

The fittest 66 year old in the world!

Radio Free Phoenix’s very own Michael Thomas, Jr. spoke with world class athlete Robert Hamilton Owens. Learn how this 12-time Ironman athlete and former pararescueman is preparing for his biggest challenge yet: The World Marathon Challenge ® : logistical and physical challenge to run seven marathons on seven continents in seven days.”

Through out our conversation Robert discusses his great challenges, motivations and goals as he eclipses on completing The World Marathon Challenge to where his years of training of endurance and strength will be tested to the furthest limit yet!

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Follow Robert Hamilton Owens @Facebook.com/RobertHamiltonOwens and at RobertHamiltonOwens.com

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26Jan

Concealing Active Wear- Alexo Atheltica

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Concealing Active Wear- Alexo Athetica

By Michael Thomas, Jr.

In our growing world of technology a new brand of athletic wear has come to the forefront for not just its stylish and performance-driven wear but for providing clothing that stores and conceals weapons. Called Alexo Athetica, inspired by the Greek meaning behind Alexo which translates to “defend and help”, CEO and Founder, Amy Robbins gives the active woman such as herself the empowerment to defend themselves with fashionable and carry-wear clothing.

Listen to Our Full Interview-Below!

and check out AlexoAthetica.com

Alexo Athletica

Courtesy of Amy Robbins,/ Alexo Athetica

01May

Body Positive and The All Woman Project: A Special Discussion (with Charli Howard)

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#Iamallwoman- Spreading love and acceptance for women and those of all shapes and background to love themselves through body positivity . Courtesy of AllWoman Project, YouTube

As our World continuously becomes more advances and mobile, quite literally in fact does the imagery seen through that of popular media publications, video, photos, websites, many times to a point of sensory overload.

With a click of button, all of our news from friends to trending news surrounding topics of one’s interest is available at the click of touch, sometime more by chance than selection. Throughout modern history, the media has molded and displayed what should be accepted or deemed as acceptable when it comes to the products we purchase and to the very detail of how we should appear. When you pair the focus brought upon by fashion magazines, images of public figures that’s utilized to sell products, draws pressure on one’s self image and confidence.

More than ever, children starting from a young age have access to so much imagery as social serves as the quickest and most engaging way for impressional and becoming young adults to communicate among their appears. With so much at youngsters’ hands these days, it’s easy to become quite fixated and comparing yourself to the ideal portrayed by the media and friends alike.

According to 3 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 91% of women are unhappy with their bodies and resort to dieting to achieve their ideal body shape. Unfortunately, only 5% of women naturally possess the body type often portrayed by Americans in the media.

One fashion model is on a quest to remove the stigmas and spread the love to for woman all of ages, shapes and size to be proud in their skin, each in their very own unique way.

New York-based fashion model, Charli Howard is no stranger to embracing her body “When I moved to New York from England, I discovered the world of plus size modeling.. these girls seemed so happy” she says, which allowed Howard, 26, to become more comfortable in her skin not only as a model but as a person. Her experiences in the fashion world led her to team up with a fellow model, Clémentine Desseaux form the All Woman Project

A “501-c foundation aiming to better the life of girls and women worldwide by displaying a true, beautiful, positive and un-retouched image of women in photo and video campaigns throughout the year. The AWP is also taking actions where body image and self-esteem is the most challenging, in schools, by organizing events, workshops and meetings with school girls form elementary schools to college. Providing girls with role-models and inspirations is how we plan on giving them the strength and self-esteem they need to be the strong women We believe greatness starts with self-love and we’re dedicated to make every little girl convinced that she can do anything, regardless of her background or her body.”

Along with their strong message for women and so many to be proud of their bodies, The All Woman Project gives voice to so many to embrace every bit of their bodies!

British born and New York City-based fashion, model Charli Howard, 26, is instilling body positivity as she shares her own photos through her own journey and expressing the importance of being proud in your own body despite what the media says is viewed as acceptable. The two photos compare her weight as a fashion model and UK on the left against her right photo as a model at Muse Management Modeling Agency in New York City. Credit @CharliHoward Instagram

#ImAllWoman

A message from Co-Founder, Charli Howard! ✊?✊?✊?✊?✊?

Our co-founder @charlihoward shares the part of her body she's come to love! ? We love hearing from you guys and adding you to our list of amazing women who have sent in your videos sharing self-love. Email us with yours today ✊?✊?✊?✊?✊? #AllWomanProject #iamallwoman

A post shared by All Woman Project (@allwomanproject) on Apr 30, 2017 at 12:40pm PDT

One of the many positive and inspiring posts the AllWomanProject share to help inspire women!

Follow the journey now by Visiting AllWomanProject.com or following on instagram, twitter, youtube or share your stories and ideas to Hello@AllWomanProject.com

05Mar

Music Spotlight: Beth Rowley

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Beth Rowley is back on the scene after a recent hiatus prerparing for an upcoming studio release called, New Album ‘Gota Fria’ coming Sept 2017! ( © Beth Rowley/ Facebook.com/BethRowleyMusic)

We spoke with the ever multi-talented, singer, songwriter, Beth Rowley.

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The Bristol based musician has been deeply ingrained in the music scene expressing sultry styles off blues, jazz, and gospel inspired songs that have garnered Rowley great acclaim attention

Rowley began her career upon teaming up with Jazz saxophonist Ben well known for his work with another fellow UK based musician, Jamie Cullum.

Rowley has released three successful EPs, Beth Rowley (2004), Sweet Hours (2006) and Violets (2007).[ From the Violets EP she released a single entitled, ‘Nobody’s Fault But Mine’ which was the iTunes ‘Single of the Week’ for December 2007.

In addition to her solo outputs Rowley has collaborated with other artists and bands, including Crowded House on their Time on Earth album providing backing vocals for the song “Transit Lounge” and Duke Special, who joined her for a duet on her début album, Little Dreamer released in 2008.

The release went straight into the UK album charts at number 6. On 4 February 2008, the lead single, “Oh My Life”(released on 3 March 2008) from the forthcoming album was featured as ‘BBC Radio 2 Record of the Week.

In January 2009, Rowley was nominated for a Brit Award in the category for Best British Female Solo Artist.

Among numerous highlight, Ms. Rowley gained even further attention

Rowley featured in the nightclub scene in the Academy Award Nominated 2009 film An Education, directed by Lone Scherfig.

Her track, “You Got Me Wrapped Around Your Little Finger”, is featured prominently in the official movie soundtrack and the Sony Classics promotional website. She also recorded a cover of the standard, Sunday Kind of Love, which was also featured in the film’s soundtrack.

Her most recently release from Beth came with new music material, she released EP “Wretched Body”. This first part of planned 3-piece EP series includes 4 songs.

Since then, Beth has just capped off a UK based tour as she plans to finish off a new studio album set to be released by September of this year to which we spoke about her upcoming collaboration and current projects set to be released!