Posts made in March 2019

Jake Miller Drops “NIKES”

Singer, songwriter, and producer Jake Miller releases new song “NIKES” today off his highly anticipated six-song EP entitled BASED ON A TRUE STORY. due out on March 29th via RED MUSIC. The 80s synth-infused track is backed by rich production, personal lyrics, and a hummable guitar all courtesy of Miller. “NIKES” debuted on 10 New Music Friday playlists worldwide including the U.S. as well as Apple Music’s Best of the Week playlist. It is the follow up to Miller’s hit “WAIT FOR YOU,” which is currently sitting in the Top 45 at U.S. pop radio and has clocked 5 million U.S. streams to date.
In support of his new song, Miller today launches a new “NIKES”-inspired merchandise line that includes robust hoodies, long sleeve and short sleeve t-shirts, totes, and shoelaces. Fans can check out the new products via Jake’s official Sony Thread Shop web store at shop.jakemiller.com/store.

 

Jake recently announced his spring headlining ‘WAIT FOR YOU’ Tour that kicks off on April 11 in Las Vegas and will hit 21 cities across the U.S. including major markets in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, and Nashville. The tour will include support from special guests Logan Henderson and Just Seconds Apart. Prior to hitting the road, Jake will play iHeartRadio’s Blossom Bash alongside Meghan Trainor and MAX in Washington, D.C. on April 5th as part of the National Cherry Blossom Festival. Tickets for all shows are available online HERE.

UPCOMING TOUR DATES

April 5 – Washington, D.C. – The Anthem

April 11 – Las Vegas, NV – Vinyl at the Hard Rock*
April 12 – Mesa, AZ – Club Red*

April 13 – Tucson, AZ – The Rock*

April 16 – Dallas, TX – The Prophet Bar*

April 17 – Houston, TX – House of Blues Bronze Peacock Room*

April 19 – Fort Lauderdale, FL – Culture Room*

April 23 – Nashville, TN – The Cowan*

April 25 – Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore Philadelphia*

April 26 – Asbury Park, NJ – House of Independents*

April 27 – Lancaster, PA – Chameleon Club*

April 28 – New York, NY – Irving Plaza*

April 30 – Boston, MA – Brighton Music Hall*

May 1 – Pittsburgh, PA – The Rex Theater*

May 3 – Columbus, OH – Newport Music Hall*

May 4 – Detroit, MI – The Loving Touch*

May 5 – Chicago, IL – Chop Shop*

May 7 – Minneapolis, MN – The Fine Line Music Café*

May 11 – Tacoma, WA – Alma Mater*

May 12 – Portland, OR – The Hawthorne Theatre*

May 14 – Oakland, CA – The New Parish*

May 17 – Los Angeles, CA – El Rey Theatre*

*Logan Henderson and Just Seconds Apart will support entire Wait For You Tour

 

Morro Bay Leprechaun Crawl

2nd Annual Morro Bay Leprechaun Crawl
Join in the fun as pubs, bars, and restaurants sample area IPAs, regional wines, and small batch craft whiskeys… alongside local nibbles and a GREAT NIGHT OUT!!!

Cost includes all of your tastings and nibbles (check out our map for locations). Only 2 requirements: Be over 21, and dress in your version of an Irish leprechaun (and you better believe we’ll have prizes for best costume!). Oh… and there’s more!!! A fully filled out Leprechaun Passport could win you $1,000 in prizes! Somebody is taking the prize home… will it be you? Tickets are on sale here.

And the party doesn’t stop there. Stay the night in Morro Bay and enjoy our “Green Walk of Shame” the next morning at participating restaurants. Details TBA.

Designated Drivers can play for free.

How to Wear Green Without Looking Green

The day of the Shamrock is here and you so want to wear green (or maybe you’re just kinda thinking about it), but really don’t think you can pull it off. Well, you SO can!! 

Whether you’re a Raven haired beauty, a Gray tressed gal, have Warm Blonde locks or sport Red or Golden Brown curls, it’s all about knowing your best shade of the clover.

So here are my tips for rocking your perfect hue, along with photos of some of our fave celebs next to their best green. 

And in honor of knowing & wearing all your best colors in fashion and makeup for St. Patrick’s Day and beyond, we’re having a 15% DISCOUNT at our AMAZON store,
Jill Kirsh Color,
14 March 2019 – 31 March 2019.

Promo Code: green2019

Kevin Garrett Announces North American Tour

Pittsburgh-born and GRAMMY® Award-nominated artist, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Kevin Garrett announces an 18 city headlining North American tour. The run will kick off on April 30th in Philadelphia, PA at The Foundry and wrap on May 31st in Atlanta, GA at Vinyl ATL. Full tour routing below and tickets are on-sale today HERE!

In conjunction with the tour announce, Kevin also drops track “Running From.” The song is the last to be released prior to the release of his debut album HOAX, out next Friday, March 22nd via AWAL. The album is available for pre-order HERE! 

BUY/ STREAM “RUNNING FROM”

Kevin said about the song, “My friend Sean made the initial track with which I wrote this song. Running From at face value is about being taken advantage of, but it’s more an inward reflection on why we back off from time to time and how we hold back with walls we don’t even know we’re building.

Kevin introduced HOAX with the stark and simmering 2018 release of his single In Case I Don’t Feel. Backed by delicately plucked acoustic guitar and plaintive piano, he relays an unfiltered message. He has also recently unveiled tracks “Faith You Might” and “Don’t Rush.”

HOW CAN YOU GET ADDICTION TREATMENT WITHOUT INSURANCE?

One of the most critical situations in modern society is being alone in a difficult situation. What do we have to do if you found out that you are alcohol or drug addicted? Surely, the first thing to do if you cannot control yourself is to ask for help. However, sometimes it happens that you have nobody to ask for help or people, who wish to help have no possibilities.

How much does rehab cost without insurance?

Actually, there is no correct answer to this question, because different recovery programs use different techniques, different specialists work with you, they use different medicines, and there are many other different conditions, which determine the price. First, look through the types of rehab facilities to choose the one you need. They may be medical detox centers, intensive outpatient programs, holistic rehab center, partial hospitalization programs, standard outpatient treatment, etc.

To talk generally, inpatient treatment usually costs more than participation in outpatient rehabilitation programmes in Bellevue. It is evident as the inpatient treatment foresees that you live in the facility and use all the conveniences, receive food, get medical supervision. The price also depends on how long you stay in the rehab facility and what other services and amenities you require (private rooms, swimming pool, gym, massage, etc.).

One is tempted to ask the question of what to do if you have no opportunities to pay for your addiction treatment? Is that possible to get help for addiction without insurance?

Different social programs may cover your expenses for the rehabilitation programme partially or fully. First, if there are some life-threatening risks of consuming some substance, you would receive emergency treatment and regardless of whether you can pay or not. Hopefully, you will not get into such a situation.

There also exist some options for flexible payment. They may be scholarship, grant, financing, etc. It is important to note here is that cutting corners on recovery programme may turn into future problems. It is of utter importance to reclaim your health and life. The fact is that you would spend more money on drugs or alcohol if you continue succumbing to the addiction than on any rehab for people with no insurance (find more here).

Do not be too lazy to call several recovery centers and find out what conditions of payment they have. First, many treatment facilities may offer reduced treatment costs or a sliding fee scale because of the pieces of evidence that you do not make high enough income.

Secondly, there exist some non-profit organizations or foundations, which may offer you some scholarships. Usually, one of the conditions of getting a scholarship is the absence of insurance. Application for such programs may give you access to Humana rehab insurance with no existing insurance.

Thirdly, depending on your credit score, you may ask some lending institutions for providing drug or alcohol treatment without insurance. The specifications of such cooperation differ in each personal case.

Fourthly, do not be too shy to ask your friends and relatives. Sometimes they do not even know that you need this sort of help. Doctors say that involving family members into the process of recovery may make you closer and you would definitely feel more support. This may also change the views of your family on the attitude before and make it more integrated. A friend at court is better than a penny in purse.

To sum up, do not be afraid of sharing your problems. In the modern world, many people feel sympathy for those, who cannot afford treatment, so the only thing you have to do is to ask.

Author:

Jeffrey Buckley is a blogger who investigates human health issues and behaviorist anthropology. He researches substance abuse problems and the ways to overcome addictions.

 

James Bay x Late Night with Seth Meyers

Three-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated and BRIT Award-winning multiplatinum singer-songwriter James Bay gave his debut television performance of “Peer Pressure” last night on Late Night with Seth Meyers.

Watch the performance HERE.

The performance set the stage for more music to come. Get “Peer Pressure” HERE via Republic Records.

Next up, BAY has returned to the states for his North American headline tour having just played two sold-out shows at New York’s Beacon Theater. The run is set to stop at LA’s The Wiltern on March 25th before wrapping up at Seattle’s Paramount Theatre in April. In addition, this summer BAY will join Ed Sheeran on his European stadium tour. Check out the full itinerary below and purchase tickets here: http://www.jamesbay.com/tour

Drama Relax Releases “Your Love”

Drama Relax has shared his latest single, “Your Love” ft. Tory Lanez & Lil Tjay. The Long Island-bred singer/songwriter/producer’s second release for Interscope Records, “Your Love” is available now via all digital retailers. 

Listen to “Your Love” by Drama Relax ft. Tory Lanez & Lil Tjay HERE.

As the follow-up to his Interscope debut single “Private,” “Your Love” again showcases Drama Relax’s melodic flow and emotionally honest lyrics. With its bright and airy beats, the track also builds a brilliant contrast between its smooth texture and the powerful intensity of verses from Tory Lanez and South Bronx rapper Lil Tjay.

Your Love I’m sure is very relatable to a lot of people who are in a new relationship and have those really intoxicating feelings.” Says Drama Relax. “Working with Tory Lanez and Lil TJay on this was amazing, those guys killed their parts” 

Along with “Private,” “Your Love” is set to appear on Drama Relax’s upcoming debut project, due out soon from Interscope.

Tonight in Portland, Oregon, Drama Relax continues his run of West Coast dates as the support act for hip-hop artist Mike Stud. Later this month, he’ll embark on a national tour supporting Texas-bred singer/songwriter SoMo. Kicking off on March 29 in Nashville, the SoMo tour wraps up on May 11 in Dallas. See the full list of tour dates below.

 Drama Relax Tour Dates

March 13 – Portland, OR @ Wonder Ballroom (supp. Mike Stud)

March 15 – Chico, CA @ Senator Theatre (supp. Mike Stud)

March 16 – San Francisco, CA @ Slim’s (supp. Mike Stud)

Mar 29 – Nashville, TN @ Cannery Ballroom (supp. SoMo)

Mar 30 – Atlanta, GA @ Terminal West (supp. SoMo)

April 3 – New Orleans, LA @ HOB New Orleans (supp. SoMo)

April 5 – Pensacola, FL @ Vinyl Music Hall (supp. SoMo)

April 7 – Virginia Beach, VA @ Elevation 27 (supp. SoMo)

April 9 – Washington, DC @ Union Stage (supp. SoMo)

April 10 – Philadelphia, PA @ The TLA (supp. SoMo)

April 11 – Boston, MA @ Paradise Rock Club (supp. SoMo)

April 13 – Fairfield,  CT @ The Warehouse (supp. SoMo)

April 14 – New York, NY @ The Gramercy Theatre (supp. SoMo)

April 16 – Columbus, OH @ Skully’s (supp. SoMo)

April 17 – Louisville, KY @ Mercury Ballroom (supp. SoMo)

April 19 – Indianapolis, IN @ Deluxe at Old National Center (supp. SoMo)

April 20 – St. Louis, MO @ Delmar Hall (supp. SoMo)

April 23 – Boulder, CO @ Fox Theater (supp. SoMo)

April 24 – SLC, UT @ The Complex (supp. SoMo)

April 28 – Seattle, WA @ Neumos (supp. SoMo)

May 1  – LA, CA. @ The Roxy (supp. SoMo)

May 3 – San Diego, CA @ Music Box (supp. SoMo)

May 4 – Mesa, AZ @. Club Red (supp. SoMo)

May 7 – Tulsa, OK @. Cain’s Ballroom (supp. SoMo)

May 9- Austin, TX @ The Parish (supp. SoMo)

May 10 – Corpus Christi, TX @ House of Rock (supp. SoMo)

May 11 – Dallas, TX @ (supp. SoMo)

 

UNDISPUTED Episode 2 “The Trenches”

TJ Porter escaped the trenches of Harlem and transformed his life from a top high school basketball prospect to a star rapper who is about to break out in a major way. In episode 2 of UNDISPUTED, TJ tells his story of pain and triumph while proving that he’s truly next up. Def Jam’s UNDISPUTED album is out now.

Dramatic Improvement in Neutral Machine Translation

There has been a dramatic drop in the cost of translation services for major corporations in the past year and the savings amounts to at least 30%, according to One Hour Translation (OHT). The company, the world’s largest online translation agency, attributes the drop to the improved capabilities of NMT (Neural Machine Translation) technology.

The downward trend in translation costs is expected to continue as NMT engines are being trained to identify thousands of new words and phrases using the latest machine learning technology. That is good news for global e-commerce companies like Booking.com, Hotels.com, Agoda, Trivago, Amazon, Alibaba and others who depend almost daily on quality translation of large volumes of content for their millions of customers worldwide. 

“Around third of corporate content that we assess can already be translated using only NMT with no need for human input in the process,” said Ofer Shoshan, CEO and co-founder of OHT. He adds that the percentage is increasing all the time as the capabilities of the various translation engines continue to improve. The remainder is translated using hybrid translation that combines NMT and human post-editing, a process pioneered by OHT and utilizes human translators. 

OHT has developed a content assessment process for its corporate customers that is conducted by five or six experts who review the content. They quantify the content into three distinct categories that are defined and based on the amount of human input that will be necessary. The range is from no need for human input with the translation solely based on NMT engines, hybrid translation which combines NMT and human post-editing and a final category where human translation is required. As part of the process, OHT also recommends to its corporate customers the NMT engine that is best suited for a specific translation. 

“The translation services industry is being revolutionized with the cost of translation declining at a time when demand for rapid quality translations is skyrocketing,” noted Shoshan. The technological advances in the field, he believes, will lead to a further savings as the percentage of content translated by NMT or by hybrid translation approaches 50% or more. That process is enhanced as the NMT engines are trained and constantly updated to identify more and more words and phrases. In the coming years the trend is expected to completely change the global translation service market and sharply reduce the number of human translators.