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Special Roku Promotion for July
Band Hero
Starting today, fans can login or register at http://www.bandhero.com and submit their entry to name a brand new in-game character featured in Band Hero, this year’s must-have gift for the holiday season. The winner will receive a copy of Band Hero on their platform of choice, bundled with a microphone, and drum and guitar instrument controllers, as well as other great prizes. 
Brought to you by the makers of Guitar Hero®, one of the best-selling video game franchises of all time, Band Hero features a new genre of music focused on today’s hottest hits and classic anthems that everyone will know and love. Headlined by some of the biggest names in pop music as in-game artists and playable characters, Band Hero is the ultimate party game where players of all ages will be able to experience the signature, easy-to-learn but difficult to master Guitar Hero® gameplay.
Elevated social gameplay in Band Hero allows fans to create the band they always dreamed of, using any combination of guitar or drum controllers and vocals, providing rockers and performers of all ages the chance to experience and interact with their favorite music.
Entries for the contest will be received through July 14, 2009. Registration is now open.
For the complete list of contest details and rules, please visit http://www.bandhero.com.
DJ Hero
DJ ready? Dance floor ready? Everybody ready? Let’s go! Musical legend Grandmaster Flash, the first DJ to make the turntable an instrument, is coming to DJ Hero, joining the epic list of DJs who will appear as in-game characters and who have created mixes exclusively for the award-winning game. Along with contributing two never-before-released mixes, Grandmaster Flash lends his unique, recognizable voice and DJ know-how to the game’s tutorial level, schooling players on the game mechanics and the turntable controller. To top it off, FreeStyle Games created an exclusive mix using two of Grandmaster Flash’s original creations – “Boom” and “Tap.”
Check out and get ready to play as one of the founding fathers of hip-hop and experience his amazing turntable talents in Grandmaster Flash’s Herbie Hancock "Rockit" vs. N.E.R.D. "Lapdance" and Grandmaster Flash "Here Comes My DJ" vs. Gary Numan "Cars" mixes.
For more information about DJ Hero, please visit djhero.com. For more information on Grandmaster Flash, please visit grandmasterflash.com.
Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2 VIP Community
Activision, Inc. is calling on gamers to join the VIP community for Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the #1 best-selling Super-Hero action-RPG. Starting today, players can log on to http://www.marvelultimatealliance.com and become VIP members earning exclusive and early access to insider content such as classified game information and character reveals, Ask-a-Developer sessions, VIP-only screenshots and videos, and community prizes.
Also just launched on http://www.marvelultimatealliance.com is a casual online web game that puts players in the heart of the Marvel Civil War. Fans get to choose their side among Pro-Registration and Anti-Registration forces and face off in real-time battles to help their side emerge victorious. Fans can join the Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2 Civil War online game and be eligible for weekly giveaways and prizes, including Xbox 360 Elite consoles, signed memorabilia from Stan Lee, a grand prize of a 42” 1080p flat screen TV and more.
The company also announced in conjunction with GameStop, gamers that pre-order a copy of Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2 for the PS3 or Xbox 360 from a GameStop store or online at GameStop.com will receive an exclusive playable character – Juggernaut.
Incorporating elements of the acclaimed Marvel Civil War storyline, Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2 allows players to choose their side and team up revered heroes and villains from the largest army of Super Heroes ever, including Spider-Man, Wolverine, Hulk, Iron Man, Deadpool, Venom, Green Goblin and Captain America. Players can combine characters’ powers and unleash astonishing new fusion attacks.
The game is being developed by Vicarious Visions for the Xbox 360, PLAYSTATION 3 system, Wii, PlayStation 2 system, PSP® (PlayStation® Portable) system and Nintendo DS™ and is not yet rated by the ESRB.
My Sister's Keeper Star Shows Her Stripes
Hollywood's rising star, Abigail Breslin, was spotted in Erge’s classic striped hoody while filming her recently released drama movie My Sister's Keeper. You might also recognize her from The Ultimate Gift. The striped long-sleeve shirt created an effortlessly casual look for the tween star on set and can be seen in several of the movie’s heart-wrenching scenes. This comfortable shirt is perfect for all ages looking for affordable, trendy fashion.
Check out additional summer Erge styles at: http://www.ergeretail.com.
40% off at Justice
40% off your order with coupon code: 773 Exp. 7/13/09
Click here for the latest coupons and deals for Justice.
CSN Lighting
Next week I'll be reviewing Robert Abbey - Sabrina Accent Lamp in Lily Glazed Ceramic ($141.63) from CSN Lighting, a site that has the best selection of lighting from top notch brands such as Kenroy Home, George Kovac, Progess Lighting, Kichler and many more!
More About Robert Abbey:
Robert Abbey, Inc. has been manufacturing fine lighting products for over eighty years now and prides itself on providing the highest quality products at the best possible prices.
Family owned an operated, Robert Abbey's passion has always been design. In the early 1990's they moved their factories and offices from New York to the foothills of North Carolina.
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Robert Abbey products include table lamps, desk lamps, floor lamps, wall fixtures, ceiling fixtures, coffee tables, and end tables. With transitional and contemporary design, Robert Abbey is a perfect brand for today's homes. Robert Abbey features amazing products from world-renown designers such as Jonathan Adler, David Easton, and Rico Espinet.
Click here to browse more products from the Robert Abbey line.
Review: Guitar Hero On Tour: Modern Hits
Guitar Hero On Tour: Modern Hits
Platform - DS
Publisher - Activison
Rated - E10+
Release Date -
June 9, 2009
The path to stardom awaits!
Rock out to today's hottest tracks anytime, anywhere with Guitar Hero On Tour: Modern Hits. With 28 master tracks from some of today's hottest and influential artists, Guitar Hero fans will have a reason to rock out anywhere they are.
As with the previous versions of Guitar Hero On Tour, players use the Guitar Hero Guitar Grip to deliver the same core gameplay that defines the Guitar Hero experience. However, for fans of the previous games, there are a lot of new additions. 
Choose your own path and carve your way to stardom in a non-linear career mode. Choose how you take your band from the underground scene to worldwide rock stardom. The non-linear gameplay allows players to choose freely between Headline, Opening, and Fan Request songs. Rise up, grow your fan base, and prepare for the spotlight at bigger and better venues. For true rockers on the go, all the songs are unlocked in Quickplay mode, allowing players to jump right in to play their favorite tracks. No need to play Career mode to unlock them.
The all-new Fan Requests challenge even the most experienced Guitar Hero On Tour players. Play through songs while attempting specific goals, such as bass part requests, Guitar Duels, whammy bar counts, all-strum requests, 100 note streaks, no Star Power and more. It is up to the player to not disappoint their fans. Song Sharing also makes its return, allowing players to battle it out with songs from all three versions of the game. 
The guitar party never stops! Guitar Hero On Tour: Modern Hits truly builds on it's predecessors with more songs, a deeper career mode, better audio, updated graphics, and improved touch screen response. My only complaint about the game is that my hand cramps up, and I still want to keep playing.
Guitar Hero On Tour: Modern Hits is rated E10+ for lyrics. There are also minor suggestive themes sprinkled throughout the game. Parents should be cautioned on these, and if as a parent you don't want to expose your children to rock, you already know to avoid these games. As for the Guitar Hero fans, the franchise shows no signs of slowing down, encouraging us to keep on rocking.
New Site Lists Top Family Friendly Resorts in Jamaica, Dominican Republic & Miami
Schools out for summer and parents everywhere are gearing up for some quality time with their kids. For those headed to a tropical locale, The Dominican Republic, Jamaica and Miami offer a wide selection of kid-friendly resorts and hotels. While some hotels may advertise kid friendly amenities, those offers can be misleading. Oyster Hotel Reviews sent a team of undercover reporters to join the kids clubs, separate fact from fiction, and compile a list of the top family friendly resorts.
“Our reporters realize that a hotel can make or break a family vacation,” said Elie Seidman, CEO of Oyster.com . “We all remember our own childhood family vacations and want parents and kids to have a relaxing, stress-free vacation.”
Oyster.com deployed its team of award-winning journalists to scour these popular tourist destinations to determine which hotels offered the best amenities for families such as entertainment options, games and activities, babysitting services and cribs and pullout beds.
To see Oyster Hotel Reviews lists for the Top Family Friendly Hotels for each location:
- The Dominican Republic
- Jamaica
- Miami
Review: Guitar Hero Smash Hits
Guitar Hero Smash Hits
Platform - Xbox 360 (also available on PS2, PS3, and Wii)
Publisher - Activision
Rated - T
Release Date -
June 16, 2009
The best of Guitar Hero, all on one convenient disk.
Turn down the lights, crank up the amps and take center stage in Guitar Hero Smash Hits. The best tracks from Guitar Hero, Guitar Hero II, Guitar Hero Encore: Rock the 80's, and Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock are made even better in this Greatest Hits package.
Step into the spotlight in the most epic, full band jam session ever. The best tracks of the series are made even better with the ability to rock out in a full band. In addition to Bass and Guitar, Drums and Vocals are added so the whole band can join in. 
The setlist is impressive, and includes the most memorable songs from the Guitar Hero games. To make the deal even sweeter, the tracks are all now Master Tracks. Playing alone, or in a full-band, this setlist truly rocks.
Rock through fantastic location with Guitar Hero favorites and play at eight new venues based on the wonders of the world, including the Amazon, Polar Ice Caps and the Grand Canyon. 
The Music Studio, GHTunes, and the Rock Star Creator all make their return from Guitar Hero World Tour. With difficulty levels ranging from Beginner to Expert+ (as first seen in Guitar Hero Metallica), Guitar Heroes of all ages and skill levels will be able to jump in and Rock Out!
Guitar Hero Smash Hits is rated T for Mild Suggestive Themes and Lyrics. The Mild Suggestive Themes sometimes go hand in hand with the Lyrics, but also includes the characters sometimes revealing outfits and some dark elements in the game. The Lyrics are censored when needed, and are safe for any family comfortable with modern and classic rock radio. Personally, I had a lot of fun with Guitar Hero Smash Hits. It was like listening to a Greatest Hits album from your favorite band, and helps you realize just how far the series has come as Guitar Hero rose to the top of the charts.
Dance Praise for iPhone Ships Today
The new tapping game for the iPhone and iPod Touch is available today. Dance Praise for iPhone combines music from well-known Christian artists with an action-packed tapping game that will put your skills to the test.
Hits by Newsboys, tobyMac, Tree 63, Sanctus Real, Superchick, Relient K and other top artists pulsate as players follow onscreen cues. Lyrics promoting Christian values appear onscreen while 3-D dancers boogie in the background. Each of the 15 songs offers four levels of tapping, so it's fun for all ages.
It's only $4.99 and available at the iTunes app store. Click Dance Praise to purchase.
The four levels range from EASY to EXPERT. Four characters dance along while you tap and onscreen lyrics reflect Christian values.
With 60 different dances plus an arcade mode with smoke bombs, a disco ball, and strobe lights, you'll have to keep alert while you tap! You can even post your high scores online and compete with your friends.
Check out a VIDEO of the tapping game in action!
Review: Twinkle Living Glamour Girl Pillow
All Modern Baby, a modern children's furniture site that carries top manufacturers like Stokke, Maclaren, Baby Bjorn.
I'm greatly inspired by Old Hollywood, and Twinkle Living - Glamour Girl Pillow in Black ($58) from All Modern Baby which fits in perfectly with the black and white theme that I'm working on in my bedroom. This whimsical and quirky pillow will add a touch of class to any home for the contemporary collector who appreciates fashion as much as I do. This pillow would make a great conversation piece, or shall I say pillow talk with no pun intended? This pillow is also available in Dusty Rose.
More About the Designer:
Twinkle Living encapsulates Wenlan Chia's fashion sensibility, her contemporary lifestyle, and a childhood spent amongst the expansive architecture of her native Taiwan.
Since Wenlan's inception as a fashion company for women in 1999, her signature look has impressed the fashion community as well as her loyal clientele, who remain steadfastly devoted to the lines of whimsical dresses and ultra-feminine separates. With custom prints and designs inspired by imagery culled from a life spent working in the arts, traveling the world, and escaping with idle daydreams, Wenlan brings a fresh point of view to her work and is thrilled to translate her ideas into a line of unique, but accessible collection for the home.
Review: Inglesina Loft Rocker
Inglesina creates M'Home, a line of baby interior products that allow you to style your home while at the same time provide the best for your baby.
The Inglesina Loft Rocker ($119.99) is the modern alternative opposed to typical bouncers. The style is simplistic, yet sophisticated without the soothing vibrations and engaging toys you will find on the traditional bouncers. It relies on the baby's movement. Thus, this gently sets the loft rocker in motion. However, it does feature on / off rocking motion controls. It features a textile padded seat to assure your baby's comfort. The seat can also be positioned in four different ways. You can elevate it high enough for your baby to be more aware of his/her surroundings. It also features a 3 point harness to assure your baby's safety.
This loft rocker is easily portable, and would be the perfect gift for the mom on the go! It is suitable from birth to 20lbs.
I received the loft rocker in Red, but it is also available in Aqua, Grey or Orange.
When you want the best in safety, comfort and styling, choose
Inglesina.
Click here to find a list of retailers near by and online that carries the Inglesina brand.
CSN Rugs
Next week I'll be reviewing L.A Rugs - Fun Shags Black Chenille Cotton Shag Rug ($79) from CSN Rugs, a site that has the best selection of area rugs from top notch brands such as Kathy Ireland, Lynette Jensen, Bob Timberlake, Phillip Crowe, Andy Warhol, Angela Adams, Jaclyn Smith and many more!
BDA Announces Star Wars Gaming Accessories for Wii
Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, Inc. (BDA), a leading manufacturer of licensed retail consumer electronics accessories, today revealed its new Clone Trooper Blaster for WiiTM. Licensed by both Nintendo and Lucasfilm Ltd., and marketed under BDA’s POWER A brand, the Clone Trooper Blaster will create an authentic Star WarsTM experience while players battle through perilous missions.
Created to accompany the Star Wars The Clone Wars: Republic HeroesTM game being released in September, the blaster is designed for use with both the Wii Remote™ and Nunchuk™. When a player encounters an enemy, the blaster’s dual-trigger action – one on the barrel and one on the Nunchuk – enables quick blasting!
“Inspired by the blasters used in Star Wars: The Clone Wars, the Clone Trooper Blaster upholds the quality and creativity standards of both Nintendo and Lucasfilm,” said Eric Bensussen, president of BDA. “As the only licensed Star Wars blaster on the market, players will genuinely feel like they are part of the battle for peace in a galaxy far, far away.”
To further add to the experience, the Clone Trooper Blaster includes a bonus sheet of decals, allowing players to create an authentic, personalized look. Some of the stickers help players keep track of the number of battle droids they have defeated, while other battle damage stickers give the blaster a well-earned battered look.
