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  • Oskar Eklund Selected as Top Global CEO and Gaming Innovator of the Year by IAOTP

    The International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) will honor Oskar Eklund at their annual awards gala in NYC at the Plaza Hotel

    NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Oskar Eklund was recently selected as Top Global CEO and Gaming Innovator of the Year 2026 by the International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) for his outstanding leadership, dedication, and commitment to the industry.

    Inclusion with the International Association of Top Professionals is an honor in itself; only a few members in each discipline are chosen for this distinction. These special honorees are distinguished based on their professional accomplishments, academic achievements, leadership abilities, longevity in the field, other affiliations, and contributions to their communities. All honorees are invited to attend the IAOTP annual award gala at the end of this year for a night to honor their achievements.
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    With decades of experience in the gaming and digital media industries, Oskar Eklund has proven himself to be a dynamic, results-driven leader and expert in his field. As the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Hello There Games, based in Gothenburg, Sweden, Oskar has built a globally recognized studio celebrated for its creativity, innovation, and groundbreaking collaborations across the worlds of music, film, and gaming. Known for his entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to blending creativity with cutting-edge technology, Oskar has established a lasting reputation as one of the industry’s most forward-thinking leaders.

    Their collaboration with the late superstar AVICII resulted in the chart-topping mobile hit “Gravity,” a hypnotic and globally acclaimed experience that showcased Hello There Games’ creative vision. Building on this success, the studio released Kung Fury: Street Rage in conjunction with the cult-hit indie film Kung Fury, followed by the rhythm-based INVECTOR (featuring AVICII) and Taekwondo Grand Prix. Today, Hello There Games continues to pioneer innovation at the crossroads of music, gaming, and film, with several exciting new projects underway.

    Hello There Games is making something new in the space gaming and music. They are composing music with superstars and include the music in our new game IPs.

    Ex “Beat Street”. An action phased music rhythm fighting game. With a story around a young painter. The music will be available through our own music store.

    Available for everybody that subscribes. For content producers, creators, game developers, Players, artists all over the world. Through a small subscription you can use the music for your own creativity. which artists we collaborate with will be announced later this spring. Stay tuned.


    His current and previous roles include serving as Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Hello There Games since 2009 and Managing Director of Hellothere, also since 2009. Throughout his career, Oskar has also held key positions with well-known companies, including HiQ, Framfab, and Smatri, where he gained extensive experience in leadership, digital innovation, and strategic development.

    His areas of expertise include, but are not limited to, New Business Development, Digital Strategy, Mobile Devices, Management, and Business Strategy. Known for his entrepreneurial spirit and visionary leadership, Oskar has guided Hello There Games through partnerships with major global brands and entertainment icons, including AVICII, Google, Facebook/Meta, Warner Music Group, Volvo, and many others.

    Hello There Games, an independent game studio founded by Oskar in 2009 in Gothenburg, Sweden, began as Hello There and quickly gained recognition after releasing a series of successful games for various clients, including global brands and Swedish organizations. A few year, and several awards…later, Hello There expanded into the entertainment industry.

    Before embarking on his professional career, Oskar studied Marketing, Sales, and Law at IHM Business School and later completed Leadership Development and Higher Education studies at KTH Royal Institute of Technology.

    Throughout his illustrious career, Oskar Eklund has received numerous awards and accolades, and has been recognized worldwide for his outstanding accomplishments. This year, he will be considered for inclusion in TIP (Top Industry Professionals) Magazine. He will be honored at IAOTP’s annual awards gala at the iconic Plaza Hotel in NYC in December 2026 for his selection as Top Global CEO and Gaming Innovator of the Year 2026. Oskar is also the proud recipient of the CEO Awards 2023, where he was named “Most Innovative CEO in the European Games Industry” by Business Worldwide Magazine — a testament to his visionary leadership, creativity, and lasting impact on the global gaming community.

    In addition to his successful career, Oskar is a two-time Swedish Taekwondo Champion and former member of the Swedish National Taekwondo Team. His early entrepreneurial ventures began when he founded a DJ company at age 15, reflecting his lifelong passion for music, performance, and technology.


    The President of the International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP), Stephanie Cirami, stated, “Choosing Oskar Eklund for this honor was an easy decision for our panel to make. He is inspirational, influential, and a true visionary and thought leader. We cannot wait to meet him and celebrate his accomplishments at the gala.”

    Looking back, Oskar attributes his success to a strong values-based leadership style, a deep passion for his work, and the guidance of mentors who shaped his journey. Looking to the future, he aims to continue pushing creative boundaries and delivering innovative experiences. His leadership at Hello There Games continues to inspire groundbreaking work that connects people through sound, story, and play.

    For more information, please visit www.hellotheregames.com.

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    About IAOTP

    The International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) is an international boutique networking organization that handpicks the world’s finest and most prestigious top professionals from various industries. These top professionals are given an opportunity to collaborate, share their ideas, be keynote speakers, and to help influence others in their fields. This organization is not a membership that anyone can join. You have to be asked by the President or be nominated by a distinguished honorary member after a brief interview.

    IAOTP’s experts have given thousands of top, prestigious professionals around the world the recognition and credibility they deserve, helping to build their branding empires. IAOTP prides itself on being a one-of-a-kind boutique networking organization that handpicks only the best of the best and creates a networking platform that connects and brings these top professionals to one place.

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  • HEAVYS Partners with HeartSupport Mental Health Nonprofit to Support Artists and the Music Community

    HEAVYS partners with HeartSupport, a mental health nonprofit, launching limited-edition audio accessories that support artists, community care, and music fans.

    At HEAVYS, we believe sound should stand for something, this partnership allows us to support our customers, partners, and fans who live music. We’re using our platform to give back to the community.”
    — Itay Rahat

    NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — HEAVYS Partners with HeartSupport.org to Launch Limited-Edition Shells Supporting Mental Health in the Music Community

    HEAVYS, the premium audio brand known for its multi-driver headphones and modular ear-cup designs ecosystem (Shells™), today announced a collaboration with HeartSupport.org, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing mental health support and peer-to-peer care within the music community. The partnership introduces limited-edition shells, with 100% of profits from shells donated directly to HeartSupport.org to support its mental health programs.

    The HeartSupport shells are exclusively compatible with HEAVYS headphones and earbuds and feature officially licensed design representing their mission of connection, hope, and resilience. Through HEAVYS’ interchangeable shell system, fans can personalize their audio gear while visibly supporting mental health initiatives tied to the music culture they care about.

    HeartSupport.org was founded by Jake Luhrs of August Burns Red and exists to create safe spaces for individuals facing mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, addiction, and burnout. Through mentorship programs, online support communities, in-person outreach at concerts and festivals, and access to professional resources, HeartSupport has become a trusted support system within the heavy music scene.

    “Heavys works directly in the heavy music community, and this collaboration gives people a chance to show what they care about every time they listen to music,” said Bryce Maopolski, Program Manager at HeartSupport.org. “It’s more than a product. It’s a way for fans to stand behind mental health awareness and peer support.”

    HEAVYS’ modular shell ecosystem allows users to swap designs in seconds without tools or hardware modification. The HeartSupport shells expand this ecosystem by combining premium audio hardware with meaningful social impact, turning everyday listening into a statement of support. Alongside its community initiatives, HEAVYS supports artists directly through royalty-based collaborations, ensuring musicians are compensated for every official design sold. Customers also consistently highlight the impact of HEAVYS’ patent pending multi-driver placement, passive and active noise control, and all-day comfort, which together create a clear, immersive listening experience built for extended use.

    “At HEAVYS, we believe sound should stand for something,” said Itay Rahat, Chief Marketing Officer of HEAVYS. “This partnership with HeartSupport allows us to support the people behind the music, our customers, partners, and the fans who live inside it. We’re using our platform to give back to the community.”

    The HeartSupport shells are available now as a limited-edition release through HEAVYS.com. Each purchase directly supports HeartSupport.org’s ongoing work in mental health advocacy, peer connection, and community-based care.

    For more information or to purchase the collaboration shells, visit:
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    About HEAVYS
    HEAVYS is a premium audio brand, focused on designing high-performance, multi-driver headphones and modular accessories specifically tuned for music fans who demand clarity, power, deeper connection to their favorite artists and identity in their sound. Built in collaboration with artists and their communities, HEAVYS products combine immersive audio performance with customizable design through an interchangeable shell system.

    About HeartSupport.org
    HeartSupport.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing emotional support, mentorship, and mental health resources to individuals within the music community. Founded by musician Jake Luhrs, it offers peer-to-peer support programs, online communities, and outreach initiatives designed to foster connection, hope, and healing.

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  • Pianist & National Media/Nonprofit Executive Mark Stubis Named to Board of Washington International Piano Arts Council

    WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — National media and nonprofit executive Mark Stubis, whose work has reached millions of people around the globe and earned him a National Humanitarian Award, has been named to the board of directors for the Washington International Piano Arts Council (WIPAC), a cultural mainstay in the nation’s capital for the past 25 years that has become well known for its concert series and annual international piano competition for non-professionals.

    Initially trained as a pianist at the Juilliard School of Music, studying under such legends as Earl Wild, Jacob Lateiner, and Gyorgy Sandor, Stubis left the concert hall and went on to perform on an even larger stage. A nationally recognized communications professional, he helped bring critically important attention and resources to a wide range of major charities and news organizations over the course of his 40-year career. He used his skills to generate hundreds of thousands of news reports and profiles and worked on public campaigns with such leading luminaries as polio vaccine pioneer Dr. Jonas Salk, child protection experts Dr. Lewis Lipsitt of Brown University and Dr. Alvin Poussaint of Harvard, and celebrities including Betty White, Leeza Gibbons, Shirley MacLaine, Naomi Judd, Whoopi Goldberg, Vivica Fox, Ariel Winter, Tia and Tamera Mowry, Lacey Chabert, Ice-T, Carson Kressley, James Denton, Beth Stern, and many, many others.

    During his career, Stubis served as editorial communications writer for Newsweek magazine, assistant director of the United Negro College Fund, vice president of the national children’s charity KidsPeace, and chief communications officer and managing editor for the American Humane Society, the country’s first national humane organization, which presented him with its coveted National Humanitarian Award. Previous winners include actor and animal lover Betty White, renowned humane advocate Temple Grandin, philanthropist Candy Spelling, country music superstar Miranda Lambert, Hollywood director Jon Turteltaub (“National Treasure”), and leading international conservationists.

    Stubis attributes his devotion to philanthropy and the arts to the teachings of his parents, graphic artist, book illustrator, and designer of Broadway and movie posters Talivaldis Stubis, and ballet dancer Patricia Stubis, as well as the powerful influence of his wife, Qin Sun Stubis, a newspaper and magazine columnist, poet, and author of the award-winning book, “Once Our Lives,” and his children, mathematician and amateur clarinetist Keaton Sun Stubis, and artist, gallery director, and museum studies specialist Halley Sun Stubis.

    For Stubis, this appointment represents something of a return to his artistic roots. “I am honored to be part of the Washington International Piano Arts Council’s vital work to spread the gift of music and recognize and cultivate significant new talent,” he said. “I look forward to working with visionary founders John and Chateau Gardecki, the organization’s president Faye Rokni, and the board, jury members, volunteers, and supporters who do so much to sustain and uplift our musical mission.”

    About the Washington International Piano Arts Council

    Founded by pianist John Gardecki and his entrepreneur wife Chateau Gardecki, the Washington International Piano Arts Council strives to give the gift of music and nurture significant new talent through its popular concert series and annual international piano competition for non-professionals. To learn more and find dates and details of upcoming events, please visit www.wipac.org .

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  • Entertainer Motorcoach Hall of Fame Inducts Class of 2025 at 3rd Annual Banquet

    Ceremony celebrates latest class of inductees with over 20 years of service to the Entertainer Motorcoach industry.

    The Hall of Fame exists to ensure the people who built this industry are recognized while their stories can still be told.”
    — Jeff Petty

    FRANKLIN, TN, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The Entertainer Motorcoach Hall of Fame (EMCHOF) inducted its Class of 2025 during a formal banquet the evening of Saturday, January 17, 2025, at The Factory’s Liberty Hall venue in Franklin, Tennessee, honoring 25 individuals whose work has shaped the entertainment motorcoach industry. For the third consecutive year, three transportation veterans lead the banquet from the stage. Joey Hemphill (former co-owner of Hemphill Brothers Coach Company) welcomed the crowd with the opening blessing followed by co-host emcees Chip Huffman (former owner of Nitetrain Coach) and Jay Boy Adams (Roadhouse Transportation). Prevost served as presenting sponsor.

    The newly inducted members include: Allan Barclay, Jim Bodenheimer, Bill Campbell, Robin Calhoun, James DeZwarte, Phil Dunlap, Bruce Doughty, Stephanie Frederick, Terry Ford, James Forges, Kenny Forges, Mike Forges, Dan Gillis, Jimmy Klein, Brook Langton, Wayne Linder, Gaylon Moore, Gates Moore, Ron Mooney, Jimmie Murrell, Harley Pinkerman, Tony Sizemore, John Spellings, Dean Tubb, and Bob York.

    Since its inception in 2022, the Entertainer Motorcoach Hall of Fame collectively features 103 members, including the Class of 2025.

    Inductees include a who’s who of drivers, owners, builders, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals whose careers supported touring operations for major artists including Garth Brooks, Willie Nelson, Tom Petty, Tim McGraw, Steve Earle, Dave Matthews Band, Trisha Yearwood, Counting Crows, and Jeanne C. Riley, among others.

    Several inductees were surprised with recorded congratulatory messages from artists including Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood, Willie Nelson, Tom Petty’s daughter Adria Petty, and Steve Earle. The evening also featured remarks from The Oak Ridge Boys lead vocalist, road dog, and elder statesman, Duane Allen, who spoke emotionally about the role drivers play in artists’ safety and longevity on the road.

    The Entertainer Motorcoach Hall of Fame was launched in 2020 to preserve the history of the entertainment motorcoach industry and honor individuals whose behind-the-scenes work has been essential to live music touring. The organization was conceived by motorcoach driver Jeff Petty, who entered the industry as a driver in 2018 and recognized the urgent need to document the industry’s largely undocumented history.

    “I realized that decades of knowledge and stories were at risk of being lost,” Petty said. “The Hall of Fame exists to ensure the people who built this industry are recognized while their stories can still be told.”

    Prevost has served as the Hall of Fame’s title sponsor since its inaugural induction class in 2022. Other sponsors of the 2025 banquet include: All Access Coach Leasing, LLC, Encore Luxury Coach Leasing, Florida Coach, Roadhouse Transportation, Robert’s Brothers Coach Co., Senators Muscle Shoals, Mike Slarve, Russell Coach, Pioneer Coach, Beat The Street Band & Crew Bussing, Village Coach, Shrimp WiFi, GPS Nashville, Dreamliners, Coach and Diesel Works, D and S Classic Coach, Kreative Coach, Staley Coach Sales, and Autobus.

    Mark Your Calendars! The Entertainer Motorcoach Hall of Fame will roll out the red carpet for its Fourth Annual Awards Banquet celebrating the Class of 2026 on January 16, 2027.

    More information about the Entertainer Motorcoach Hall of Fame and its inductees is available at emchof.com.

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  • ALLEN MEDIA STRATEGIES SIGNS CLASSIC TV STAR AND GRAMMY®-NOMINATED VOICE ICON KATHY GARVER

    ALLEN MEDIA STRATEGIES SIGNS CLASSIC TV STAR AND GRAMMY®-NOMINATED VOICE ICON KATHY GARVER

    WASHINGTON DC , DC, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Allen Media Strategies, the Washington, D.C.–based media, marketing, and public relations firm known for elevating high-profile talent and cultural icons, proudly announces the signing of classic television star, author, and acclaimed voiceover artist Kathy Garver to its growing client roster.

    For millions of fans, Garver will forever be remembered as “Cissy” from the beloved CBS sitcom Family Affair. What many don’t realize is that her career spans more than six decades, beginning as a child actor in The Ten Commandments and evolving into an award-winning body of work across television, film, animation, audiobooks, and voiceover.

    Garver is now receiving one of the highest honors of her career: her first GRAMMY® nomination for Best Audiobook Narration for ‘Elvis, Rocky and Me: The Carol Connors Story’. In the audiobook, produced by GRAMMY® winner David Longoria, Garver brings to life Connors’ extraordinary journey—from a #1 hit with Phil Spector and The Teddy Bears, to a nine-month romance with Elvis Presley, to co-writing the Academy Award®-nominated ‘Gonna Fly Now’ from Rocky. The project also features two previously unreleased songs performed by Connors.

    In addition to her narration work, Garver remains one of the industry’s most recognizable voice talents, with credits including ‘Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends’ (Firestar), ‘The New Yogi Bear Show’, and ‘Chuck Norris: Karate Kommandos’.

    Garver is also preparing for the February 14 release of her new book, ‘Romancing with the Stars – Inspiring Hollywood Love Stories‘ celebrating the most heartwarming and enduring romances in Hollywood history of celebrity couples. From behind-the-scenes stories to the magic that happens when two stars align, the book captures it all.

    Allen Media Strategies will support Garver’s media outreach, interviews, and promotional efforts, connecting her timeless story with today’s nostalgia-loving audiences across television, radio, print, and digital platforms. With decades of experience and a dedicated team, Allen Media Strategies offers marketing services to entertainers, authors, and experts seeking meaningful visibility and strategic media placement.

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  • TAHAN Music Co. Releases ‘She Has a Name’ A Post-Christmas Country Story That Calls Courage Back Into the Conversation

    God is the expert of making miracles out of messes.”
    — Tahan Music Co.

    NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — We just wrapped the Christmas season, and for a moment the world slowed down long enough to sing about a baby, a mother, and a miracle. Then the decorations came down, the calendar turned, and real life rushed back in. But the question Christmas leaves behind does not disappear in January. What do we do with life when it arrives in a way we did not plan?

    That is where Tahan Music Co. steps in with “She Has a Name,” a cinematic Christian country music story song, released and streaming everywhere, written to restore clarity when fear of the unexpected gets loud. This record does not treat life like an abstract topic. It turns the conversation back into a human story, asking the listener to pause long enough to remember what pressure tries to erase.

    TAHAN means They All Have a Name. It is not a trendy word, it is a declaration. The heartbeat behind Tahan Music Co. is simple and uncompromising- every life is counted, known, and worth fighting for, because God does not create accidents, He creates people.

    The Christmas Echo That Still has Teeth in January |

    The nativity story is not sentimental when you read it honestly. God chose to bring the Savior of the world through Mary, a young engaged and unmarried woman who accepted an assignment that came with real risk. Mary said yes to God, trusting His bigness and His ability to work out the details of what would happen along the way. Her fiancé, Joseph, considered divorcing her quietly after marriage to spare her public disgrace. In that time, pregnancy outside of marriage could bring public shame, legal jeopardy, the loss of protection and provision, or worse, but Mary chose to follow God’s plan. And we know that as Joseph wrestled with how to respond to Mary in both righteousness and mercy, God confirmed His plan to Joseph.

    Marys obedience was courageous. Christmas reminds us that God chose to send His Son into our world as a vulnerable baby carried by a young woman, who was willing to defy the religious ruling systems and societal norms to bring forth a miracle, Jesus. What would our world look like if Mary would have said no to God or changed her mind and ended her pregnancy? Although there is only one Savior, Jesus Christ, His kingdom is established through mankind- and according to the Bible- every person’s story is written by God before birth (and all God’s plan are good!). God is the expert of making miracles out of messes.

    A Modern Mirror |

    Two thousand years later, the details may look different, but the pressure feels familiar. Fear tries to speak first. Shame still threatens. And women are still told that eliminating life is the fastest way to restore peace… but nothing could be further from the truth. “She Has a Name” answers that moment with a different kind of strength rooted in truth, not convenience.

    How the Song Pulls You In |

    “She Has a Name” meets women at the place fear tends to hit hardest, when the future feels expensive, unexpected, even unrecognizable. When relationships feel complicated, when the opinions of others get loud, and when a choice is presented as the only way to survive. The writing insists on one grounding truth, before anything else is decided, acknowledge what is real. That regardless of the circumstances, only God can create life, and that life is not an anonymous nothing to be decided over, but a real someone with a name, a plan, and divine purpose (Psalm 139).

    Tahan introduces the song with a storyline that captures the emotional terrain with honesty; they were young, in love, and unprepared. What began as fear became a fight for love, life, and a future they never saw coming. The record does not weaponize, but invites and comforts without softening truth or turning harsh.

    Not Built for Industry Applause, Built for Timely Encouragement |

    TAHAN was not built to impress the music industry, it was built to encourage listeners right on time. The goal is not applause, trend chasing, or fitting a mold. The goal is timely encouragement for people who need hope, clarity, and courage, and a reminder that God is still available to walk everyone forward into their destiny, no matter how messy it may seem at the moment. Basically, it’s a call to invite Jesus into your struggle and pain and let Him carry you forward.

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    Tahan Music Co. has been clear about the source of this catalog. God gave them these songs, and their role is to bring them to life and share them with the world. That posture shapes the tone of “She Has a Name.” It is firm without being cruel. It is wise without being cold. It is hopeful without being naive. It calls people back to goodness, back to courage, and back to trusting God to show up in the middle of life’s hardest times.

    Nashville Excellence with Purpose |

    “She Has a Name” was produced by Ben Reno, with Joel and Kristen overseeing the creative direction and bringing the record to life with meticulous detail. The track features top tier Nashville musicians, including Austin Addams, Shawn Fichter, and Tony Salomone. The result? An expertly mastered, polished, and emotionally present ensemble built to carry the story with the weight it deserves.

    The Tahan Foundation How Listeners Can Help Carry the Message Further |

    “She Has a Name” is part of a larger mission shared by Tahan Music Co. and the Tahan Foundation. The Foundation exists to help deliver these songs beyond playlists and into the lives of people who need hope, courage, and truth at the right moment. Their motto is “share a song, save a life”, giving credence to their desire to reach real listeners and have an impact on real lives with songs that are as inspirational as they are excellent.

    Listener support directly funds the work required to expand reach and impact, including production and release costs, distribution, marketing, storytelling content, and strategic partnerships that place the music in front of new audiences. Every contribution helps move the message further, so more hearts hear it, more families are strengthened, and more people are reminded that life is sacred, personal, and worth protecting. To support the mission and help bring this music to more listeners, visit TahanMusic.com.

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  • Under the Patronage of the Minister of Culture, Marvels of Saudi Orchestra Shines at Maraya in AlUla

    ALULA, SAUDI ARABIA, January 26, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Under the patronage of Minister of Culture and Chairman of Board of Directors of the Music Commission Prince Bader bin Abdullah bin Farhan, the Marvels of Saudi Orchestra concert was launched yesterday. The event was organized by the Music Commission at Maraya Concert Hall in AlUla Governorate.

    The opening night delivered a seamless artistic experience that blended orchestral excellence with Saudi musical identity. Led by Maestro Hani Farhat, the Saudi National Orchestra and Choir guided audiences through a rich and diverse repertoire inspired by Saudi heritage, reimagined through a contemporary orchestral lens.

    The program featured a wide range of works, from heritage-based compositions to modern orchestral arrangements. These pieces incorporated regional rhythms and resonant textures that celebrated the Kingdom’s history, alongside iconic works from the Saudi classical music tradition.

    Adding a dynamic visual dimension to the evening, the Theater and Performing Arts Commission presented a vibrant showcase of Saudi folk arts, including Samri, Dahha, Rafeihi, Yanbawi, Zair, and Khabeeti. These performances harmonized with the orchestral music, creating an immersive experience that highlighted the richness and diversity of Saudi cultural identity.

    This concert marks a new milestone in the Marvels of Saudi Orchestra series, building on its local and international success. It reaffirms the Music Commission’s commitment to showcasing Saudi artistry at its highest level, offering audiences a distinguished cultural experience that honors national heritage while fostering contemporary artistic engagement.

    Hosted at Maraya Concert Hall—an architectural landmark of international acclaim—the Music Commission will conclude the AlUla chapter of the Marvels of Saudi Orchestra series tomorrow. The finale promises an exceptional experience that reflects the dynamic evolution of the Saudi music scene at one of the world’s most prominent cultural and tourism destinations.

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  • The Extraordinary Trailblazer Jazz Bassist Christian McBride Joins the Jazz Power Initiative Syncopated Celebration 2026

    Honoring the Organization’s 22 Years of Service Providing Transformative Jazz Arts Education

    JPI’s commitment to education, community, and the living history of jazz makes this evening especially meaningful…”
    — Christian McBride

    NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Internationally acclaimed, award-winning jazz bassist Christian McBride joins Jazz Power Initiative (JPI) Syncopated Celebration 2026 as the host of this year’s fundraiser honoring the organization’s 22 years of service. The event will be held at The Leonard Nimoy Thalia at Symphony Space (2537 Broadway / West 95th Street, Manhattan) on Thursday, May 14th, at 6:00 p.m.

    McBride, a native of Philadelphia, attended CAPA and Juilliard. He is a nine-time Grammy Award-winning master bassist who followed in the footsteps of his father and uncle, both accomplished musicians. He is currently nominated for three Grammys, including one in the Best Large Jazz Ensemble Album category for his recent release, Without Further Ado Vol. 1. He also received two nominations for collaborations on Windows (Live) and Trilogy 3 (Live) with Chick Corea and Brian Blade.

    In addition to being one of the most prestigious and prolific musicians in the contemporary jazz scene today, he is also a passionate advocate for music and arts education. He is the Artistic Director at JAZZ HOUSE KiDS and the National Jazz Museum in Harlem, and he often supports organizations like Jazz Power that provide important arts and music programs and live concerts for kids and their families living in communities where arts education funding is often lacking.

    “It’s truly an honor to host the Jazz Power Initiative Syncopated Celebration 2026,” says Christian, the host of NPR’s long-running Jazz Night in America series. “JPI’s commitment to education, community, and the living history of jazz makes this evening especially meaningful, and I’m grateful to be part of a night that celebrates both the music and the people who keep it thriving.”

    Christian’s magnanimous personality is hard to miss. On stage, he ensures his bandmates are equally appreciated and recognized for their contributions. As a presenter, he introduces audiences to talented new musicians—like saxophonist Nicole Glover, pianist Christian Sands, vibraphonist Warren Wolf, and drummer Ulysses Owens Jr.—and helps them gain recognition.

    Co-founder, Managing and Artistic Director of Jazz Power Initiative, Dr. Eli Yamin, welcomed Christian McBride’s participation in this year’s all-important Celebration with excitement – “It’s always better with bass, and we couldn’t be happier to have Christian McBride, our generation’s premiere bassist, band leader, educator, and trailblazer, host our Syncopated Celebration 2026! Christian is loved worldwide for the magical combination of top artistry and joy he brings to each performance and appearance. We can’t wait to share that magic with him and with YOU!”

    More than ever, supporting community-based organizations that offer motivational, life-changing arts and music education has become crucial, as various sources of financial support, especially those once provided by the federal government, can no longer be relied upon to sustain these vibrant programs.

    Over the past 22 years, Jazz Power Initiative has become an inspiring presence, creating opportunities for children and families in Harlem, Washington Heights, and Inwood and inviting them to be part of something special. Through its enriched jazz arts and performance programs, the organization has touched the lives of nearly 7,000 young people, produced over 225 live music events, and reached an audience of more than 120,000 through both live and virtual means. They hope to continue growing and expanding.

    Tanya LeMelle, the organization’s Board Vice President and Vice President at TD Bank, the title sponsor of this year’s Celebration, said, “Jazz has been the heartbeat of my life — and its greatest lesson is this: it doesn’t just teach children to follow rules, it teaches them how to rise, adapt, and improvise with confidence, preparing them to meet life’s unexpected, syncopated rhythms with courage and creativity.” She added, “The Board of JPI is excited to invite you to be part of that rhythm by supporting the Jazz Power Initiative Syncopated Celebration 2026 — your generosity helps give children in Washington Heights and beyond the chance to find their voice through music.”

    Discover more about Jazz Power Initiative and its influence, or learn how to get tickets or sponsorships for the Celebration. Visit www.jazzpower.org and take the next step to make a difference.

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  • Hollywood Power Couple Michael Jai White & Gillian White Launch ‘Fight for Love’ Podcast

    A candid new podcast on marriage, commitment, and real-life love from Hollywood’s power couple.

    Marriage isn’t about perfection. It’s about commitment, growth, and choosing each other every single day.”
    — Michael Jai White

    LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Hollywood Power Couple, acclaimed actors, martial artists, and real-life married couple Michael Jai White and Gillian White are stepping behind the microphone to launch an inspiring new podcast focused on the truth about relationships, commitment, and building a lasting marriage in today’s world.

    Titled “Fight for Love”, the weekly podcast invites listeners into the couple’s honest, humorous, and often deeply personal conversations about what it really means to create a thriving partnership. Drawing from years of shared life experience, the Whites explore topics such as communication, blended families, trust, emotional resilience, passion, and maintaining individual identity while growing together.

    “We’ve always believed that marriage is both a beautiful gift and a daily practice,” said Michael Jai White. “Gillian and I wanted to create a space where we could share what we’ve learned, the successes, the mistakes, everything, with the hope that it encourages other couples on their journey.”

    Gillian White adds, “We’re not here to present a perfect picture. We’re here to be real. If our stories and insights can help even one couple feel more connected or more hopeful, then it’s all worth it.”

    Fight for Love is executive produced by Ash Cash Exantus, entrepreneur, bestselling author, and media strategist known for developing purpose-driven platforms that blend authenticity, impact, and cultural relevance. Exantus brings his signature storytelling vision and audience-first approach to the podcast, helping shape a show that is as meaningful as it is engaging.

    “Michael and Gillian represent what intentional partnership looks like in real life,” said Exantus. “Fight for Love is not about perfection. It’s about commitment, growth, and choosing each other daily. This podcast fills a much-needed space for honest conversations about love, marriage, and legacy.”

    Each episode will feature in-depth discussions between the hosts, listener Q&As, and occasional special guests from the entertainment world, relationship coaching space, and beyond. The podcast aims to offer practical guidance while also celebrating the joy, complexity, and humor that come with long-term love.

    Fight for Love will be available on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Audio episodes release Wednesdays at 6:00 AM EST, with video episodes premiering Wednesdays at 6:00 PM EST on YouTube, beginning February 11, 2026.

    Visit www.TheFightForLoveShow.com to subscribe and stay connected.

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  • ​Heidi Huelskoetter Celebrates Small-Town Roots with Nostalgic New Single ‘Red Lights’

    ​ATLANTA, GA — January 24, 2026 — Singer-songwriter Heidi Huelskoetter takes a sentimental trip down memory lane with the release of her single, “Red Lights,”

    ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Singer-songwriter Heidi Huelskoetter is taking a sentimental trip down memory lane with the release of her brand-new single, “Red Lights,” arriving on all streaming platforms on January 24, 2026.

    ​Produced and engineered by Don McCollister, “Red Lights” serves as the vibrant, feel-good kickoff to an ambitious 12-song project that Huelskoetter has been meticulously crafting over the past 2 years.

    ​Midwestern Authenticity
    ​The title “Red Lights” is a clever, tongue-in-cheek nod to Huelskoetter’s upbringing in Altamont, Illinois—a town so small it doesn’t have a single stoplight. The track isn’t about traffic, but rather the charm of a place where nothing ever told you to “stop.”

    ​The song is a masterclass in Midwestern storytelling, woven together with quirky, real-life vignettes from her youth. Huelskoetter paints a vivid picture of small-town life, from the whimsical memory of a drum major dressed as a piece of bacon to the deeply touching moments of visiting the local Union Cemetery to pay respects whenever she returns home.
    ​“Growing up in Altamont, you learn that the best stories don’t happen at busy intersections; they happen on backroads and in the quiet corners of the community,” says Heidi Huelskoetter. “Working with Don McCollister allowed me to bring these specific, funny, and bittersweet memories to life in a way that feels like home.”

    About Heidi Huelskoetter
    ​Heidi Huelskoetter is an Atlanta-based artist with an Altamont heart. Known for her evocative delivery and sharp lyrical wit, she has built a reputation for music that feels both deeply personal and universally relatable. Her upcoming 12-song project is her most ambitious work to date, blending folk-inspired honesty with modern production.

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