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I'm a Freelance Music Photojournalist from NYC and Founder of the Heavy Metal website PiercingMetal.com; I created this blog site to showcase the other things in life that keep my interest or catch my attention. Believe me that is a lot of stuff to talk about when it comes down to it. I hope you enjoy what we are delivering because there is so much to share as a resident of this bustling metropolis.
Film and Television, Pop Culture

United Artists Releasing Presents “Creed III” Official Trailer

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Most of the friends of my vintage grew up with the “Rocky” franchise of films and many were excited about the story continuing with the offspring of the late great Apollo Creed with the “Creed” films. With the first two films doing good in the box office, MGM is offering up a third in “Creed III”. The first trailer for this 2023 release just dropped and I’m sharing this along with the premise, casting and artwork. Enjoy.

The Synopsis: Five years after Creed II, after dominating the boxing world, Adonis “Donnie” Creed has been thriving in both his career and family life. When a childhood friend and former boxing prodigy, Damian “Dame” Anderson, resurfaces after serving a long sentence in prison, he is eager to prove that he deserves his shot in the ring. The face-off between former friends is more than just a fight. To settle the score, Donnie must put his future on the line to battle Dame – a fighter who has nothing to lose.
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Features, Tours and Festivals

International Travel Show Invites Consumers To Explore “The Future Of Travel” at Upcoming Event

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The Press Release:
“The Future of Travel” is the theme for the International Travel Show (ITS2022) in New York City. This event is the successor to the New York Times Travel Show, last held in 2020, and is currently the only major travel show of its kind. The International Travel Show is presented by Travel + Leisure GO and sponsored by Brazilian Tourist Board, MSC Cruises and I Love NY and takes place at the Javits Center from Friday, Oct. 28 to Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022. Friday is reserved exclusively for the travel industry and Saturday and Sunday are open to all travelers.

ITS2022 is filled with lively and informative programming designed for consumers to explore the theme of “The Future of Travel” and discover great destinations to fulfill their travel needs. The show features an exhibition of hundreds of destinations and trips as well as cultural presentations, travel seminars, culinary presentations, travel deals and giveaways, and fun for families and friends of all ages and interests.
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Presenting: Full 50th Annual American Music Awards Nominations

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Hey there my friends, so its time to share a big awards show announcement with you as the nominations for the New Artist category of the 50th Annual American Music Awards were recently revealed on Good Morning America by Becky G and the whole enchilada was broadcast over on Twitter. Voting will begin on November 1st and the ceremony will air on November 20th. Let’s take a look at the full rundown.

Artist of the Year:
Adele
Bad Bunny
Beyoncé
Drake
Harry Styles
Taylor Swift
The Weeknd

New Artist of the Year:
Dove Cameron
Gayle
Steve Lacy
Latto
Måneskin
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International Travel Show Invites Industry Professionals To Attend “Future Of Travel” Conference

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The Press Release:
With the weeks counting down to the start of the International Travel Show in New York City, trade professionals have much to look forward to with a Trade Conference Program designed for the travel industry to explore the theme of “The Future of Travel” from every angle. The successor of The New York Times Travel Show, last held in 2020, and currently the only major travel show of its kind, the International Travel Show invites trade, consumers, and media to the Javits Convention Center from Friday, Oct. 28 to Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022, to discover where travel is headed, how it is going to get there, and great destinations to experience.

In addition to Travel + Leisure GO as the Presenting Sponsor of the International Travel Show, several new sponsors have joined. They include global cruise line MSC Cruises and the Brazilian Tourist Board as Silver Sponsors, and I Love New York, the official tourist board of New York State, as a Bronze Sponsor. Additionally, Industry Sponsors include: Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA), American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA), Africa Tourism Association (ATA), Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO), Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association Education Foundation (CHTAEF), Destinations International (DI), Family Travel Association (FTA), NYC & Company, Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA NY), SKAL USA (SKAL), Tourism Cares, and the United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA).
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FAO Schwarz Announces “160 Years Of Toys” Celebration in Rockefeller Center

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The famed F.A.O Schwarz has announced a special event for this coming Saturday called a “Celebration of 160 Years of Toys”. I’ve shared the invite and the full details for those interested down below so do please check it out.

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WHAT: Together with Rockefeller Plaza, F.A.O Schwarz will host a free, family-friendly event to celebrate its’ 160th years of toys and inspiring awe and discovery. The celebration will include live performances from magicians, Broadway Cares, American Ballet Theatre Students, and balloonist’s; with sweet treats from Magnolia Bakery and Van Leeuwen Ice Cream and others, a variety of craft activities, skating with our Toy Soldiers at Flippers, the Oscar Meyer Weiner Mobile and more!
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