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More Star Wars as Part of Lucasfilm Sale to Disney for $4.05 Billion

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  In a massive deal announced today, October 30, 2012, Lucasfilm Ltd. has been sold to Disney for $4.05 billion. In addition, plans were announced for a 7th “Star Wars” called predictably, “Episode 7,” due for release in 2015, and plans for an Episode 8 and 9 in the years following. George Lucas said, “It’s […]

Coachella Announces Line-up for 2012: Dr. Dre, Snoop, Black Keys, Radiohead Among the Headliners

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Coachella, the unofficial kick-off music festival in the United States from April 13-15 (and now also April 20-22) announced their lineup today on Facebook. Produced by Goldenvoice, which is owned by AEG, Coachella has become one of the key festivals to attend towards checking out what’s on the radar for upcoming music tour season across […]

Vintage Paris-How a Fashion Capital Is Leading Trends in the Secondary Market Scene

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Telltale changes in shopping patterns among youth culture mean an explosion in vintage/thrift stores and retro iconic trends. Here’s the latest from the leading the scene.

Kingpins of Culture Jamming, Improv Everywhere Spoofs NYC Subway Riders with Princess Leia vs. Darth Vader Scene

Star Wars has become so iconic that it’s one of the best to turn mundane tasks such as public transportation into a potential movie scene.

Vans Warped Tour’s 15th Anniversary Kick-off Proves an Ongoing Formula for Success with a Mix of Bands, Unique Sponsorship, and Starting Point for Youth Culture Trends

With bands ranging from 3OH!3 to Fear, hundreds of thousands of kids flock to this tour each year, making the Vans Warped Tour the official rite-of-passage in American youth culture. Here’s why.

Vans Warped Tour Kick-off Party Symbolic of What to Expect from Summer’s Largest and Longest Musical Tour

Celebrating its 15th year, Kevin Lyman presented to music industry press and fans what to expect from Warped this summer, including top bands making an impact.

Real Merch for Fake Bands Makes Rock Band 2 Even Cooler; Plus a Wrap-up of E3 Video Gaming Conference

Strike a faux-rocker pose with your avatar and create your own $69 figurine. This along with fake band merch now available to add to the interactive entertainment of RockBand 2.

Vans Warped Tour Kicks-off to Sold-out Capacity; Producer Kevin Lyman Hints at What to Expect from America’s Largest Running Tour

The formula for success the Vans Warped Tour is worth serious attention when you consider that it’s become the official rite-of-passage to American youth culture. The tour kicked-off in blazing heat to a sold-out capacity crowd last weekend, igniting the next break-out bands, unique sponsorship programs, and fashion styles.