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White Mountaineering Fall/Winter 2011 Outerwear
FRESH!!!! White Mountaineering has a knack for combining a distinct level of sophistication coupled with true performance functionality. Their outerwear pieces shine with each seasonal release, as further illustrated here. The two jackets shown here are both solid winter options both waterproof, windproof and laced with a GORE-TEX performance shell. The vest is comprised of of a wind-resistant Pertex Shield that is also quick drying. Each piece is a very viable option for this Winter, but that hooded Boa jacket is looking especially enticing. What are your thoughts on White Mountaineering?
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It’s Official: Sony-Led Group Purchases for $2.2 Billion
WOW!!!! November 11, 2011 By Ed Christman, New York It’s official: An investment group led by Sony Corp. has signed a definitive purchase agreement to acquire EMI Music Publishing for $2.2 billion from Citigroup. In addition to Sony Corp. of America, the investment group is comprised of the estate of Michael Jackson; Mubadala Development Company PJSC; Jynwel Capital Limited; the Blackstone Group’s GSO Capital Partners LP; and David Geffen. The transaction is subject to certain closing conditions, including regulatory approvals. EMI’s Deals WIth Universal, Sony Face Inevitable — But Different — Regulatory Scrutiny Following the acquisition, Sony/ATV Music Publishing will help oversee EMI Music Publishing on behalf of the Group. A source says that there will be shared services for the two companies, while another sources speculates that A&R might remain separate. Sony/EMI Deal: Publishing Companies Would Remain Separate, But Managed by Sony Rob Wiesenthal, Chief Financial Officer, Sony Corporation of America, said in a statement: “EMI Music Publishing is an iconic company with legendary copyrights and world-class executive talent. This transaction reinforces our strategy of building the operational breadth of Sony/ATV Music Publishing while tapping the extraordinary expertise and experience of Marty Bandier and his management team.” Martin Bandier, chairman and CEO of Sony/ATV Music Publishing, who headed up EMI Music Publishing for many years before coming to Sony/ATV added in a statement. “I am excited to be reunited with the incredible songs, writers and people of a company I helped build. Our track record at Sony/ATV over the past four years demonstrates our ability to build a strong platform that sustains significant growth. The opportunity represented by this transaction is both transformative for Sony/ATV and a truly special moment for me, personally.” Sony/ATV Music Publishing is co-owned by subsidiaries of SCA and trusts formed by the Estate of Michael Jackson. EMI Music Publishing is a world-leading popular music publisher with a vast collection of musical compositions and a roster of highly talented songwriters. The business represents and administers one of the world’s most comprehensive and diverse catalogs of over 1.3 million music copyrights covering all genres, periods and territories of the world. EMI Music Publishing represents artists and songwriters like Beyoncé, Drake, Jay-Z, Norah Jones, Alicia Keys, P!nk, Scissor Sisters, Rihanna, Stargate, Usher, Kanye West, Pharrell Williams, Tinie Tempah, Duffy, Arcade Fire, Dallas Davidson, Don Omar, Alan Jackson and Hillary Scott. It also holds the rights to some of the greatest Motown hits from the 1960s, including “Baby Love,” “Heard It Through the Grapevine,” and “My Girl,” as well as other timeless classics, such as “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “Every Breath You Take” and “You’ve Got a Friend.” Its catalog is home to a wide range of film and TV scores, including some of the most recognizable songs of all time such as “New York, New York,” “Over the Rainbow” and “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas.” Citi Global Banking acted as financial advisor to Citi and EMI. Clifford Chance LLP, Shearman & Sterling LLP and Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP acted as legal advisors to Citi and EMI. The Raine Group, Peter J. Solomon Company, UBS Investment Bank, and Guggenheim Securities, LLC acted as financial advisors to the Group. UBS Investment Bank acted as sole lead arranger of the senior credit facilities. Dewey & LeBoeuf LLP and Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP acted as legal advisors to the Group.
Celebrity Spends the Day in Bryan-College Station
Posted: 5:05 PM Nov 11, 2011 Reporter: Alex Villarreal Site Marilyn Youngkin and her husband Bill are busy preparing what they call a big Texas breakfast. Youngkin said, “He actually picks the fruit and makes the jelly.” That means, homemade jelly–scrambled eggs, quail and of course a Texas-sized helping of biscuits and gravy. Because of their daughter Katie’s job as an event planner, and a 14 city tour, a celebrity rolled into town. Jermaine Dupri said, “It feels like a real neighborhood, like you came to a neighborhood, like a neighborhood you see on T.V…like, wow, I’ve never been to one of those before.” Marilyn said, “Hi Jermaine! How are you?” Record producer-rapper-songwriter Jermaine Dupri made a pit stop in Bryan during his promotional tour with Crown Royal. “It’s probably the same demographic as my neighborhood, but I don’t have the neighbors don’t come over to my house and stuff like that, it’s a little different,” Dupri said. Dupri is traveling to 14 cities in 14 days, hosting parties for members of his social media website, global 14.com “I created a spot that’s made for people that have the same interest as me,” Dupri added. That means anything from music to fashion, art and traveling. “Matter of fact, you can, you know, hit me to something new and that I could be interested in and not even know about,” Dupri said. “I talk to people. I comment on things that they post. I regulate the site so there’s no stupidness going on. ” If you want to be a part of anything that happens in his life…like this BCS breakfast…all you have to do is become an active member. Youngkin said, “I looked up and I’m like, oh, you’re taking a picture of me while I’m taking a picture of you!” She added, “He just makes you forget he’s so famous because he’s so real!” This was Jermaine Dupri’s first visit to Bryan-College Station. He expects to make the promotional tour an annual event. The last three stops are in Houston tonight, then New Orleans and the promotion tour finishes in Miami. Related Links Dupri’s Social Media
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THE NORTH FACE ETIP GLOVES
I THINK I NEED THESE $40 The Etip gloves by The North Face, in addition to keeping our hands warm, they are compatible with touch screens which allow us to continue to use our faithful devices even in the cold. Waterproof, these gloves are equipped with Xstatic technology that allows touch screens to detect our fingers. In addition they also include some non-slip palms so you get a better grip on your device.
Polaroid Z340 Instant Digital Camera
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