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Horæ Apocalypticæ: Or, a Commentary on the Apocalypse, Critical ..., Volumul 4
De Edward Bishop Elliott
to stand up,' (here is the first grand transition in the prophecy, and one to be well marked as a precedent for comparison, in regard of what is unexpressed in it as well as of what is expressed, and in regard of the passage per saltum, as well to a later age as to another country,)
—which king was evidently the famous Greek ruler Alexander the Great: no other king having risen up in the 150 years between him and Xerxes, of whom it could be predicated that "he ruled with a great dominion, and did according to his will ;" besides that what is said of the quadri-partition of his kingdom after his death " to others, and not to his own posterity," agrees most exactly, and so as it can be shown to do in the case of no other conqueror of antiquity, both with what is historically recorded respecting the division of Alexander's kingdom, and also with what was clearly foreshown about it in another and earlier of Daniel's prophecies.? - It is the subsequent history of two distinctively, out of these four divisions of the Greek conqueror's empire, that the revealing angel proceeded to sketch ; viz. of what he called "the King of the South," and "the King of the North." Now, from this simple designation alone, we might à priori pretty confidently have conjectured that the Ægypto-Macedonian and Macedonian dynasties were intended, of the Ptolemies
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* 3. "And a mighty king shall stand up,* that shall rule with great dominion, and do according to his will. 4. And when he shall stand upt kingdom shall be broken, and shall be divided towards the four winds of heaven : and not to his posterity, nor according to his dominion which he ruled : for his kingdom shall be plucked up, even for others beside I those."
2 Dan. viii. 8. See Vol. iii. p. 377.
TOP. The same Hebrew verb occurs in the verses 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 14, 15, 16, (twice), 17, 20, 21, 25, 31 ; also xii. 1, 13. In verse 8 it is rendered continue, in verse 15 withstand ; in the other cases stand up, as here, or simply stand. Gesenius says, it is a word used particularly of a new prince; instancing Dan. viii. 23, as well as xi, 2, 3, 20.- Besides which cases it occurs in verses 11, 13, 14 in the Hiphil form ; in verse 14 in the sense of to make to stund, or to establish; in verses 11, 13 in that of to stir up, to excite.
+ Or, when he shall have stood up. : 125 exclusively, or to the exclusion of :—the word " those" meaning his posterity ; the Hebrew hinna (literally the latter,) being a noun of number, and used as a concrete.
and the Seleucidæ ; the seats of government of these princes being respectively South and North of Judea. But in effect conjecture is not needed on the point; the country of the King of the South being expressly in an early passage of the prophecy called Egypt. And the considerate reader can scarce fail of seeing good reason for their selection, as special subjects of prophetic description to Daniel : not merely from the circumstance of their continuing longer, and making a much greater figure in history, than the other two post-Alexandrine Macedonian kingdoms ;? but much more on account of the Holy Land of Judea being involved more or less in their quarrels and wars; and the Jewish government being a dependancy for the most part of one or other of them, until its occupation and subjugation by the Romans.
And in regard to the earlier part of the prophecy concerning them,-i. e. from verse 6 to verse 31, where the question arises whether there may not then be made a transition to the Roman subjugation of Judea,—there has been exhibited, I think, such satisfactory evidence of a continuous parallelism between the predictive description of the two kings here given, and the international history of the Ptolemies and Seleucidæ, as to leave no reasonable doubt as to the meaning so far of the prophecy ; and thus to offer us the immense advantage of a sufficiently clear introduction at the outset, to that which is more obscure.3
So verse 8; "He" (viz. the King of the South) "shall carry their gods into Egypt;" compared with the notice of the same event in the verse following, "The King of the South shall come into his own kingdom, and return to his own land."
2 The Thraco-Macedonian kingdom of Lysimachus was early overthrown by the first Seleucus, B.C. 281, about twenty years after the battle of Ipsus : and again the Graco-Macedonian kingdom of Cassander was finally overthrown by the Romans, as the result of the battle of Pydna, B.C. 168: whereas Syria was not made a Roman province till B.C. 65, and Egypt not till B.C. 30.
3 The following comparative tabular view may be useful, of the dates of the successive kings of the Ptolemaic and Seleucidean dynasties through the century and a half comprehended (as I suppose) in this prophetic sketch. I premise that the date of Alexander the Great's death is B. C. 323 ; of that of his brother Philip Aridæus, 316; of that of his son Alexander Ægus, by Roxana, 309; a short time after which (the date is generally given 306) the chief Macedonian governors and princes assumed the royal title :-Ptolemy, however, before the rest.
1. Whereas the King of the South was to be strong, and the King of the North, (another of the great Greek King's princes or governors,) though later apparently in assuming the royal title, to become stronger than the
After this fourteen more Syrian kings reigned, in reigns of short and uncertain power, till Syria was occupied and formed into a Roman province under Pompey ; (at which time the Æra of the Seleucidæ properly ends !)* and six more Egyptian princes, to the death of Ptolemy Auletes ; who dying, B.C. 51, left his kingdom and children to Roman guardianship; one of these children being the Cleopatra so famous in the histories of Cæsar and Antony.
15. "And the king of the south shall be strong, and one of his princes : 1 and he shall be strong above him, I and have dominion : his dominion shall be a great dominion. 6. And in the end of yearsg they shall join themselves toge
It was, however, sometimes used many centuries later by both Greeks and Syrians; e.g. by the Nestorians as late as A.D. 781. See my Vol. i. p. 35.
+ The Septuagint translates, And one of his princes shall be strong above him," without the connecting 1, or and. And Bishop Newton thinks that there is manifestly either this redundance, by error of transcription, in the Hebrew text, or an omission of "the king of the north " after the ani. But this seems to me not necessary. It only needs that we understand "shall be strong," from the clause preceding, after "one of the princes." Which last phrase means evidently one of Alerunder's generals; (so Wintle, and Boothroyd from Houbigant ;) and is an early example of Daniel's use of pronouns, in reference not to the next immediately preceding noun, but the one before.--It is to be remembered that Ptolemy became King of the South ere Seleucus assumed the royal title; and consequently while he was yet professedly only a governor; governor of Babylon.
Mark the he and him, in the sense of, is the latter above the former." § Sept. meta ta etn aute' reading road ;-i. e. after Seleucus' death.
King of the South, then contentions (as it is implied) to arise and continue between them, until composed by the expedient of a family alliance through the marriage of a daughter of the King of the South to the King of the North, - so Ptolemy the First became strong as King of Egypt, and Seleucus, the Macedonian governor of Babylon, on subsequently assuming the title of King, much greater and stronger :' and, a quarrel having soon arisen between the immediate successors of these two kings, war continued until composed by the second Ptolemy giving his daughter Berenice in marriage to the third of the Seleucidean dynasty.—2. Whereas this scheme of family alliance was prophesied of as to fail, 2 and both the South King's married daughter, and the ther: * for the king's daughter of the south shall come to the king of the north to make an agreement." +
So Arrian apud Bishop Newton. In fact Seleucus' empire extended from the Indus to the Ægean.-At this time lived Megasthenes and Berosus.
? 6. "But she shall not retaini the power of the arm, ß neither shall he stand,
* The Hebrew word (the Hithpael form of 72ņ to join) is used also 2 Chron. xx. 35, 37; "Jehoshaphat did join himself with Ahaziah :" i. e. in the partnership and alliance of a joint undertaking.
+ Hebr. O'yin niivrh. Literally, " To do or make rectitudes." Lee translates it, to make things straight; Gesenius, to make peace. The latter compares verse 17, where the root nują occurs, and where the Septuagint render it (more correctly probably than our English translation) ευθεια παντα μετ' αυτου ποιησει ; very much as Prof. Lee here. The Greek rendering here is, Tou Toino ai ouvonnas Let' avrov.-Let me add the passage 2 Kings x. 15, "Is thy heart right, as my heart is with thy heart," where the same Hebrew word 7009 occurs, in proof that it is used to express friendliness, as well as moral rectitude. So Aben Ezra explains the present passage, "to make peace between them ;" as also the Rabbi Scadiah.
# The same Hebrew word occurs in Dan. x. 8; " I retained no strength."
§ yint, Bpaxıw, is a word frequent in the Old Testament, both in the singular and plural, to signify strength, pouer, whether of an individual or host. So winw9p, Job xxii. 8, "a man of arm orstrength ;" and Gen. xlix. 24, "The arms (i.e. power) of his hands were made strong by the God of Jacob." -In Isa. li. 9 and lxii. 8, the double phrase, "strength of the arm," (coxus Bpaxıovos, Sept.) is used conjointly, as here.- In subsequent verses of this chapter it is used with verbs thus ; (I quote from the Septuagint to avoid the ambiguity of the word arm in English :-) xi. 15 ; Και οι βραχιονες του βασιλεως του νοτου ου εησονται Xi. 22, βραχιονες του κατακλυζοντος κατακλυσθήσονται. xi. 31, και βραχιονες και σπερματα εξ αυτου ανασησονται.- Compare Ezek. ΧΧΧ. 25 ; Και ενισχυσω τους βραχιονας βασιλεως Βαβυλωνος, δι δε βραχιονες Φαραω TTEO OUVTA1.-Wintle makes this word the nominative ; " The arm shall not retain strength."
King her husband, and her son too by the marriage,' and her attendants to fall,—so both Berenice, and her husband Antiochus, and her son too by him, and her attendants, were actually murdered by the arts of Antiochus' original but repudiated wife, Laodice. —3. Whereas "out of a branch of her roots, one was to stand up to avenge nor his arm : * but she shall be given up; and they that brought her, and he that begat her,t and he that strengthened her in these times.
Taking the Septuagint reading »???, seed. ? See Univ. Hist. ix. 197. 37. "But out of a branch of her roots || shall one stand up in his estate, which shall come with** an army, and shall enter into the fortresstt of the king of the north, and shall deal against them, and shall preva ; 8. and shall also carry captive into Egypt their gods, with their princes, it and with their precious
The Septuagint translates, Kai 8 snoetaI TO OTEDua auto; reading with a different punctuation from that of our translators, »??seed, or children : which I conceive to be the right reading; since otherwise in the phrase "Neither shall he stand, nor his arm," or power, the last clause is tautologous. So Wintle. Boothroyd too translates, "Neither shall she stand, nor her seed : " where mark the gender; she. + Bishop Newton and Wintle translate, "he whom she brought forth," follow
, , ? and so Boothroyd, "Her son." The Sept. omits the Mappik; translating ý veavis, the young woman : Aben Ezra translates, her mother; as without points.
# Literally, the times. § Aben Ezra explains this to mean astrologers; an explanation curious and worth observing. In Esther i. 13 and 1 Chron. xii. 32, they who understand times, Symy ', is a periphrasis for astrologers ; ' "times" meaning in some places men's destinies. So Psalm xxxi. 15, "My times are in thy hand;" also 1 Chron. xxix. 30, Job xxiv. 1.-Else he that strengthened her must be taken (one for many) to mean the party that supported Berenice against Laodice, at the time of her being in Syria, including especially her husband. So Wintle.
ll Or, " from the stem of her roots ; a remarkable and distinctive phrase. Compare Isa. xi. 1 ; "There shall come forth a rod out of the stem of Jesse, and a branch shall grow out of his roots." Her roots mean her parentage or ancestry; and a person is indicated who should be of a common stock with her; i. e. a brother, if taken most strictly. So Saadiah makes the person here meant to be the brother of the king's daughter before spoken of.
qis without the preposition, for yop by in his place, or stead. So Gesenius. With by the phrase is used in this sense in verses 20, 21, 38. The word 12, a place, is used Gen. xl. 13, "In three days Pharaoh shall restore thee to thy place ;" and again Gen. xli. 13, "to my office."
-, usually to. So the Sept. ηξει προς την δυναμιν. If the sense of with (which however Wintle adopts) be not warranted, then the meaning, may either be, "shall come to the power," i. e. to the power of the kingdom ; for by means power, as well as a host or army: or else, "shall come to the fortification, or fortified town, (so as in Isa. xxvi. 1, &c.) of the Northern king.
++ rivo: a word which occurs also in verse 10, " stirred up to his fortress :" and is the same that by its use in verse 38 in the plural has given rise to Mede's famous criticism on the Mahuzzim.
1 The Septuagint has it, jeta Twv XWVEUTWv avtwy, with their molten images :


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Glouco bar has license lifted for age violation
A Gloucester County bar's liquor license is being suspended for serving alcohol to a 17-year-old girl hired to strip for customers, authorities said.
A 50-day license suspension was placed on Park Place Bar & Grill in National Park for the February 2011 incident, the New Jersey Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control announced Thursday.
Agency investigators visited the bar and found the teenager being served Long Island Iced Tea and Bay Breeze cocktails and other drinks. The bartender told them that bar managers had instructed staff to give the girl alcohol to "loosen her up" so she could socialize with customers and strip for them, the ABC said.
Park Place co-owner Donald Rossiter Jr., of West Deptford; Donald Rossiter Sr. of National Park, who has a management role at Park Place; and bartender Melissa Armstrong of Marlton were charged with serving alcohol to an underage person. The girl, who was not identified, was charged with underage drinking. A phone number for the bar was no longer in service. - Inquirer staff
Chester County fire battalion chief accused of sexually abusing minors
Gas leak at Delaware County nursing home quickly shut down
Trenton man found dead on highway in Bristol, Pa.
10 people shot in Philadelphia over the weekend, two of them fatally
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	.SYNOPSIS
		Backup the BitLocker Recovery Information to the Azure Active Directory

	.DESCRIPTION
		Backup the BitLocker Recovery Information to the Azure Active Directory
		If the Boot Drive is not encrypted, the Script will try to enable the quick protection

	.EXAMPLE
		PS C:\> .\Invoke-BackupBitlockerRecoveryKey.ps1

	.EXAMPLE
		PS C:\> $AADInfo = (Get-DsRegStatusInfo | Select-Object -Property AzureAdJoined,WorkplaceJoined)
      PS C:\> if ( ($AADInfo.AzureAdJoined -ne 'YES') -and ($AADInfo.WorkplaceJoined -ne 'YES') ) {throw 'Not AzureAD bound'} else {.\Invoke-BackupBitlockerRecoveryKey.ps1}

		You may want to check if the device is AzureAD joined with Get-DsRegStatusInfo first

	.NOTES
		Quick and relative dirty solution for a challenge I had in the last couple of days

	.LINK
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	.LINK
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param ()

begin
{
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   $LogName = 'Application'
   $STP = 'Stop'
   $SCT = 'SilentlyContinue'
   $LogSource = 'enAutomate'

   # Register the event log source
   $null = (New-EventLog -LogName $LogName -Source $LogSource -ErrorAction $SCT)
}

process
{
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            $PSItem.VolumeType -eq 'OperatingSystem'
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      # Get the Mount Point
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      # Check if the drive is encrypted
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      {
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      }
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      {
         $WarningMessage = ('No Recorvery Information for ' + $BootDrive + ' found...')
         Write-Warning -Message $WarningMessage
         $null = (Write-EventLog -LogName $LogName -Source $LogSource -EntryType Warning -EventId 1001 -Message $WarningMessage -ErrorAction $SCT)
      }
   }
   catch
   {
      #region ErrorHandler
      # Get error record
      [Management.Automation.ErrorRecord]$e = $_

      # retrieve information about runtime error
      $info = @{
         Exception = $e.Exception.Message
         Reason    = $e.CategoryInfo.Reason
         Target    = $e.CategoryInfo.TargetName
         Script    = $e.InvocationInfo.ScriptName
         Line      = $e.InvocationInfo.ScriptLineNumber
         Column    = $e.InvocationInfo.OffsetInLine
      }

      # Error Stack
      $info | Out-String | Write-Verbose

      # Save to the Event Log
      $null = (Write-EventLog -LogName $LogName -Source $LogSource -EntryType Error -EventId 1001 -Message ($info.Exception) -ErrorAction $SCT)

      # Just display the info on continue with the rest of the list
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         Exception     = $info.Exception
         TargetObject  = $info.Target
         ErrorAction   = 'Stop'
         WarningAction = 'Continue'
      }
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What is 'Branding' – And Who Does it Best?
Never has our industry (media/advertising/filmmaking/photography) been in such a time of such radical change. The influx of streaming services and new ways to distribute channels, amazingly talented storytellers, and an incredible array of content – and not just content, but GOOD content. So, in this world where everyone is competing for eyeballs and attention, with really good products, how can you (or your client) stand out? One big and very important way is through branding. In this post, I'm going to talk about brand, and the importance of having a strong brand in the current media landscape. It's critically important – and could ultimately determine you and your clients' success…or failure.
So if you're reading this and thinking "why should I care about branding? That's just for the Coca-Colas of the world!" well let me help answer that question. Every single storyteller, filmmaker, director, writer and creative should care deeply about branding. Yes, there is a degree of "marketing blah-blah" when talking about brands, and 'vision' and mission statements, etc – and if you're a solo filmmaker, it can feel very self-indulgent to talk about curating YOUR brand. But it's critical. There is a TON of competition out there – thousands of filmmakers with easy access to the same technology all itching to tell stories and land clients. There are so many people there are out there doing cool stuff and sharing it across the web. But what can help set you apart is your brand. Branding and understanding your brand helps define your own style and sensibility – it gives you self-awareness and a vision for where you want to go and what work you want to do – and Clients who are looking to hire you love it when you have a clear brand vision for your company. (Trust me on this one) The best companies in the business and in the creative world are very well-branded and are masters of their own brand, and they get hired because of their brand and their ability to clearly communicate it and live by what they stand for. So it's VERY critical. Arguably no industry has been more disrupted than media. Constant disruption, destabilization and content overload in the last 2-3 years has forced huge changes in how we do business and get people to pay attention to us. Focusing on quality storytelling and visual experiences is key – a great story has a way of rising above the clutter. At National Geographic, those two qualities in particular are super important to us. And true to the Nat Geo brand, stunning visuals is another facet of our brand and one of the ways WE try to differentiate ourselves. Here's a sizzle I put together with Nat Geo editor Brannon Shiflett that showcases some of the visuals that we captured last year for our promo campaigns.
So, I've already written the word "Brand" quite a few times and yet I haven't really even properly defined what brand IS, or what it means. So let's put some foundation down about what a Brand IS.
A brand, very simply put, is the sum of who you are or what you represent or stand for – and perhaps most critically, it's how your CUSTOMER or VIEWER sees you. Brand is the essential truth or value you present. It's the promise to the audience about what you stand for. But that's different from Marketing. There IS a distinction between the two. Marketing is HOW you communicate your brand. A brand will help encourage someone to buy a product, but the brand does not explicitly say "buy me." Instead, it says "This is what I am. This is why I exist. If you agree, if you like me, you can buy me, support me, and recommend me to your friends." The brand is ultimately what determines if you will become a loyal customer or not. The marketing may convince you to buy a particular Toyota, but it is the brand that will determine if you will only buy Toyotas for the rest of your life. A brand is something that evolves and changes, and despite all of your efforts, sometimes the consumer is the one who allows you to shift and shape YOUR own brand. Perception is reality, especially when it comes to branding. Perception of your brand by your client/consumer is everything – but you can affect that perception. You are in control of building your own brand, and over time your brand becomes shaped and defined. What you want to do is shape your consumer's perception of you by strategically and consistently living up to the brand promise you want them to feel about you every day.
So I have a few examples of some pretty big brands' work to showcase their brand and what it stands for – and usually, it doesn't stand for the product itself or even explicitly sell something, but it's more about what the product means to the consumer. We'll start off with Guinness. This spot came out a couple of years ago, but it is such a great example of selling brand before product – and then showing how the two are one and the same.
This spot, called "Made of more" clearly wants to say that "we're a beer that's more than just beer, we stand for something" and this spot shows that that something are big themes like friendship, dedication, loyalty. They also do a great job of wrapping in emotion, nostalgia, and hard work. It's a very effective message. Don't be fooled – they want to sell you beer. But they are not selling how great it tastes – they are selling a deeper connection to their brand promise, so that Guinness means more than just a pint – it STANDS for ideals we all aspire towards. Now, one of the best companies in the entire world when it comes to branding is of course, Nike. They've long had a history of really creative advertising that also communicates their essential truths. They are a brand all about accessibility – products for everyone – as well as celebrity athletes – with the underlying truth that YOU are just like an elite athlete. Their brand vision statement is that "if you have a body, you are an athlete." And all of their brand AND product advertising connects to this ideal. This next spot comes from the Women's World Cup and has a few powerful truths about what Nike is all about.
Everything about this spot is brilliant, because the message is so clear, and wrapped up so well in execution. Notice that they used no game footage or clips of previous losses or wins, they just focus just the work and practice that goes into it, the practice, the "just doing it." Because we ALL have to practice to be good, and that's no different for the elite athlete. If you have a body, you are an athlete. That makes the brand accessible, reachable, do-able by anyone – we ALL do that, we ALL have to practice. There are no free passes here. At some point in the spot they shift the focus just slightly away from the stars who are "just like me" and incorporate younger players, girls, and it widens out to be a message about women, sports, and working hard and being strong.
Of course, Nike isn't the only sports brand that knows how to brand themselves well. Under Armour has built their company from the ground up in a shockingly short amount of time to become the #2 sports apparel company in the world. Yes, they make great products, but they also are fantastic at building and expressing their brand – which they do a little differently than Nike. Their recent campaign "Rule Yourself" featuring Michael Phelps (and many other athletes) swept through the Cannes Lions awards this year (created by their agency Droga5). Like Nike, this commercial isn't selling product as much as its selling a mentality – the hardest working athletes use our products. And while both Nike and Under Armour use famous athletes, they do it a little differently. UA has a more raw feeling for how they express their brand and use their stars. One tiny detail I love is that Phelps has a beard in this campaign. I've never seen him with a beard, but it adds a certain degree of raw authenticity – I guarantee there was probably several conversations about to beard or not to beard Phelps, and I think it somehow makes the spot feel less corporate and more rugged – and by proxy, it makes their product and brand feel tougher to me too. Anyway, pay attention to this spot, and notice how the product is shown, and the feeling you get about the brand when watching the commercial.
I also love the music choice – it's not a conventional rock track or hard driving song. Juxtaposed with the footage of him working hard, it makes the brand stand out in an unexpected way. Like Nike, there is no footage of him winning Gold medals in competitions, but it definitely elicits a different response than the Nike ad. Nike's ad made me want to go and play soccer, it was fun and relatable and motivational ("Just do it"). Under Amour's ad didn't make me want to go swim laps because it looked really hard – but it did make me feel like that if I use their product in my own training, maybe it might make me feel a little more like a badass Olympian. Two different approaches that use athletes in a relatable way, but expressed very differently. What's interesting is that UA's vision is to "empower athletes everywhere" which isn't THAT different from Nike's, ultimately. So let's talk more about how you can clearly brand YOUR company. I can't promise you'll be the next Nike, but you can learn some lessons from their brand and apply it to your own company.
If you are part of a larger team, or a company – basically, if you're part of anything more than a one-man-band, and you want to make sure your brand comes through, how do you best go about branding yourselves? Here are some key things to consider when you are building your company, or creating a brand.
One of, if not the most important things, is to determine what you stand for. That should be your vision, your mission statement, and how you position and differentiate yourself. It's the foundation of everything that drives your company forward, a reason for existing that guides the actions of your organization, sets goals, and guides decision making.
Now, in some cases, brands don't always take publicly act like they take it seriously – which is part of their branding. Here's an unusual example of another brand commercial, this time from MTV, which has always sort of prided itself on being the 'anti-brand.' Because sometimes the best brand work, even when pulled off decently, can come across pretty arrogantly. After all, you ARE just talking about yourself and finding a way to brag without bragging. And in MTV's case, they are fully self aware of that fact, and embrace it pretty honestly and in a quintessential MTV way.
In that example, the MTV brand really relies on its reputation and attitude to establish itself. And it uses the absurd to define it, which leans right into that brand that they have cultivated. They never stand still, they're constantly trying to stay at the edge of cool, constantly evolving, which positions them as being cooler than most other brands in their space.
So after you have figured out what you stand for, you want to also ask yourself: "what do you do best?" Or, at least, what do you do better than most others? It will be how you position yourself and differentiate. It's the foundation, in many ways, of what your brand will stand for. Remember as you think about this what you do best – and what you want to do better. Branding is also aspirational, which we'll talk more about in a minute. You should then communicate your core ideals in a concise brand philosophy or mission or vision statement and showcase that clearly and consistently when potential clients or viewers come to you. It's not necessarily a tagline, it's a statement that clarifies your brand promise. Our friends at the Music Bed do a great job of that. The first thing you see when you go to their site is the large statement "licensing relevant music" and then "curated content for the exceptional creative." It's clear, simple and differentiated – and who doesn't want to think of themselves as an exceptional creative? Knowing yourself and figuring out how that's different are the key components – especially when you're in a very crowded marketplace, like is the case with music licensing libraries. And in a very similar case, another brand in a highly competitive category that we all use every day and something that is a natural source of inspiration and branding is, of course, toilet paper.
There is a whole series of these spots if you haven't seen them – giving inanimate bathroom objects a voice about the unspeakable things they've seen. But it does stand out as a product spot that is about a brand – a brand "designed to be forgotten." All jokes aside, make no mistake this is a branding spot. You're not going to necessarily run to the store and buy a 12 pack of Quilted Northern tomorrow. But their brand WILL be in your mind. And maybe you'll try it. But if you don't tomorrow, you still have an awareness of what their brand is because the creative was so unexpected. So – let's go back to stating your vision. Once you have stated your vision – it's time to express it creatively. And that takes us to our next important tip – branding and design consistency. So you have your brand vision, what you stand for, and your branding elements – voice, tone, logo, look. Because for a brand consistency to stick – you have to stick to it consistently. Because so much of branding is not only building an expectation from your consumer, and then constantly living up to it in every single execution of everything you do. And that doesn't just mean the quality or the look of your work, but all of the branding elements that surround what you do – logos, colors, layouts, treatments, even the video slate in the countdown to your promo! I have a fun and remarkably easy quiz that demonstrates the power of branding beyond the product, and it's all about color. Ok, so look at these two slides, and think about what the brand is that the slide represents. Easy, right? It's UPS, Hertz and Ikea – of course. These brands have hammered those colors over and over and over again over a series of years and years. This proves that brands aren't JUST about emotions, they are about design and visual expression as well. Now, I'm not saying that if you keep the same logo and colors for your brand for a long time you'll be like Coke, because you probably aren't spending hundreds of millions of dollars on marketing, but it will help to define your brand look and aesthetic and then use it over and over again. Think about how clients or viewers see your branding, and make sure you have a clear and consistent visual language to communicate it. It's critically important to also remember when defining your brand, or even just defining what a brand IS, to remember that Brand shouldn't just be what you ARE. It should also be aspirational – should define what you want to be. Make sure that the brand promise constantly has you REACHING for greater heights. The best brands don't just focus on the product, but on what the product provides to their consumer, how it impacts them or makes their lives better. And what is often the best way to do that? EMOTION. Emotion will lift your brand higher than anything else. Don't be afraid to pull that string. And if you're making a brand film for another company – what are ways you can do that for your client that will really strike a chord with your audience? This next film is one of my absolute favorite pieces of creative, and it wonderfully demonstrates the power of emotional branding.
I love that spot, and yes it's for an British department store chain. But the brand is not just "We sell awesome stuffed animals." It's really the promise that "WE WILL MAKE YOUR DREAMS COME TRUE AND MAKE YOU CRY ON CHRISTMAS MORNING!!!" If you don't have kids, this promo may not speak to you as strongly, but having a young son at home who loves stuffed animals, seeing this commercial doesn't just make me want to buy a stuffed animal from John Lewis, it makes me want to be their customer because their values are like mine – we want to make our kids happy. That's the power of effective branding. And the emotion you use in your brand communications can be sweet and touching like Monty, or something entirely different, even irreverent and unexpected.
Fiber One – they make granola bars and cereal, but they're a brand that doesn't take themselves too seriously. Now, a sense of humor is not what I'm personally looking for in a granola bar, it's probably taste – but that's ok. Remember, branding is the long game – it's establishing yourself with the hope and goal of establishing loyalty for the long haul. I know more about what this brand appreciates, and maybe next time I'll pick it at the grocery store if I have a few options – this one could stand out because I remember that fun brand advertisement. They're trying to build a relationship using branding, rather than promising low-fat or big-taste, which is a way to stand out in a cluttered category. It's a great example and a great reminder that everything you do – either for yourself or your client should feel attached to a bigger brand promise because it gives the viewer or the consumer an expectation of what they're going to get. It's a pact with your audience that there is an expectation that they have, and people rely on their expectations and habits to inform their decisions. You want to deliver them exactly what they want, while keeping the way you do it unexpected and surprising. It's always that balance of satisfying the expectation but delivering on it unexpectedly. We have seen that in many of the examples of the spots in this post thus far – Quilted Northern, Under Amour, etc.
So, sometimes your brand communication should just be a mirror of what the consumer perceives about you already. Here is an example of that. It's a very simple spot for a brand that knows what it is, and its brand strengths, and leans right back into that, reinforcing what the customer already believes – in a clever manner.
This spot successfully reinforces that the brand is tough, nostalgic, American and macho – everything we want and expect from Dodge. As I said before, it's that balance of satisfying the expectation yet delivering on it unexpectedly.
Here's another example from the perception-is-reality camp – and like the Dodge spot, it waits until the end before revealing WHO the brand is, but it is a nice little surprise that is the perfect payoff to how this brand's audience sees the world.
I love how they used Jesse Pinkman from Breaking Bad as the narrator there, a nice little easter egg. But again – your expectation about Weight Watchers is of course all about food and dieting, but they put the twist in there that food manufacturers are the drug dealer, and you're the one who must say 'no' to them – so they aren't trying to sell Weight Watchers as something other than a diet brand. But they are delivering on that brand promise in an unexpected manner creatively.
So we covered a lot of ground in this first post in the series on branding. Looking at some of these big, classic brands, there is a lot to be learned. Remember that there is no more important way to be remembered and to make a connection with your audience than by having a strong brand, and leaning on it consistently. Be aspirational, be emotional, and then find a way to deliver on the audience's expectations of your (or your client's) brand in an unexpected manner. There's a science to branding – understanding what makes your unique, what makes it special, and who your target audience is. The key is taking that science, and adding the art of creativity to bring it to life in a memorable manner. In the next post of this two part branding series, I'll talk a little bit about the National Geographic brand, and focus on the brands of the filmmaking partners, agencies and production companies we work with – and why we work with them, based on THEIR brand promises. It's pretty interesting to break them down and see how we have matched them up with our show campaigns. Thanks for reading/sharing the Client Blog with others – after all, the Client Blog brand is all about sharing insight and information – so I really appreciate your help sharing these posts!


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ReverseVision, the leading provider of technology and training for the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) industry, today announced it has been named to HousingWire (HW) Magazine's Tech100 list of innovative housing technology companies for a fourth time. ReverseVision was previously named a HW Tech100 honoree in 2015, 2017 and 2018.
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /Mortgage and Finance News/ — ReverseVision, the leading provider of technology and training for the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) industry, today announced it has been named to HousingWire (HW) Magazine's Tech100(TM) list of innovative housing technology companies for a fourth time. ReverseVision was previously named a HW Tech100 honoree in 2015, 2017 and 2018.
ReverseVision was recognized for its position as the industry's most trusted provider of technology and training for HECM origination and senior lending. ReverseVision's flagship origination system, RV Exchange (RVX), is used by 10 of the top 10 HECM lenders and processes more reverse loans than all other solutions combined.
ReverseVision, Inc. is the leading provider of technology and training for Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) origination. With many thousands of active users, ReverseVision technology is used by 10 of the top-ten reverse mortgage lenders and supports more HECM transactions than all other systems combined. The company's comprehensive product suite also includes HECM sales and education tools and a dedicated professional services team. ReverseVision partners with some of the finest and fastest-growing banks, credit unions and lending organizations in the United States to provide its HECM technology to brokers, correspondents, lenders and investors.
A four-time HousingWire TECH100(TM) company, ReverseVision has also been recognized in Deloitte's Technology Fast 500(TM) listing. ReverseVision's annual user conference, the only event of its kind in the industry, brings together more than 200 lenders, vendors and educators each year to advance HECM lending. The company continues to build on its technology's pioneering capabilities with frequent enhancements aimed at boosting users' HECM volume, workflow efficiency and data analysis capabilities.


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Growth of DyBa2Cu3O7_x Thin Films on Vicinal (100) SrTiO3 Substrates
N. Chandrasekhar, V. Agrawal, V. S. Achutharaman, A. M. Goldman
We report studies of the initial stages of epitaxial growth of DyBa2Cu307 _ x filmson vicinal (100) SrTiO3substrates using in situ reflection high energy electron diffraction (RHEED), transmission electron microscopy, and atomic force microscopy. Two sets of substrates, with misorientations of 2.2° and 4.4° off (100) towards (110) were used. These substrates were prethinned and annealed prior to deposition. DyBa2Cu3O7 films were grown by ozone-assisted molecular beam epitaxy. The annealed substrates were reconstructed and had stepped surfaces. Films nucleating preferentially at the steps giving rise to an interconnected network of islands, as observed in plan view transmission electron microscopy. In situ RHEED showed intensity oscillations of the specular spot consistent with such an interpretation, and exhibited behavior dominated by surface diffusion. The higher density of nucleation sites on vicinal surfaces appears to reduce the fraction of a-axis outgrowths. The films grown on vicinal substrates also exhibit a high degree of orthorhombicity. No relationship between RHEED oscillation time periods and the completion of a unit cell of film was found, contrary to observations reported in the literature.
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Chandrasekhar, N, Agrawal, V, Achutharaman, VS & Goldman, AM 1993, 'Growth of DyBa2Cu3O7_x Thin Films on Vicinal (100) SrTiO3 Substrates', Journal of Vacuum Science and Technology A: Vacuum, Surfaces and Films, vol. 11, no. 3, pp. 597-603. https://doi.org/10.1116/1.578777
Chandrasekhar N, Agrawal V, Achutharaman VS, Goldman AM. Growth of DyBa2Cu3O7_x Thin Films on Vicinal (100) SrTiO3 Substrates. Journal of Vacuum Science and Technology A: Vacuum, Surfaces and Films. 1993 May;11(3):597-603. https://doi.org/10.1116/1.578777
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Crude oil is a naturally occurring, unrefined petroleum product composed of hydrocarbon deposits. It is a type of fossil fuel.
Crude oil can be refined to produce usable products such as gasoline and various forms of petrochemicals. It is a nonrenewable resource, meaning it can't be replaced at the rate it is being consumed. Crude oil is obtained through drilling and is usually found alongside other resources, such as natural gas and saline water. It is then refined and processed into a variety of forms such as gasoline, kerosene and asphalt. It is commonly known as black gold.


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On the Move: Guler Appliance Outgrows its Midtown Home
Posted by Pat Szpekowski April 29, 2022
Mrs. Fisher's Delicious Business
After more than 80 years serving its community from Rockford's Midtown District, this family-owned firm is on the move, taking its expanded inventory to a larger, more centralized location. Here's how they made it happen.
Guler Appliance's main team today: (Left to right) Scott Norcross, Tammy Decho, Rick Jones, Loy Dale, Andy Guler, Mitch Johnson, Dale Johnson, Jim Scheidt, Dawn Stock.
Guler Appliance Co., in Rockford, has always gone the extra mile for its loyal customer base.
For decades, this solid family business has endured many challenges and has happily continued, but perhaps its biggest change is happening right now.
"After being located in Rockford's historic Midtown District for 86 years, we've made the decision to move to a larger location at 4435 E. State St., near Alpine Road," says Andy Guler, vice president. "The building we've purchased is a little more centralized in Rockford and will allow us to serve some of the communities to the east more conveniently."
This is welcome news for Guler Appliance, as the company has been bursting at the seams in its longtime location. The store opened bigger and better space at the end of April.
"Once the extensive yearlong remodel of our new location is complete, we'll have four to five times more showroom space, and our facility will be state-of-the-art," Guler says. "We'll be able to feature more exciting products and expand our services to meet even more of our customers' needs for decades to come."
This change wasn't taken lightly for this third-generation family business, which has operated in Rockford since 1936. Daily operations are handled by President Dale Johnson, who joined the business in the late '70s. Guler and office manager Dawn Stock are grandchildren of the original owner, Andrew Guler.
Guler's father, the late Darwyn, joined the family business after he graduated from college in the mid-1960s.
"Although I've joked that I've been in the business since birth, it wasn't until my dad started approaching retirement around 2015 that I started working in the business," Guler says. "When my dad retired in 2018, Dale became president, I became vice president and together we fully took over the day-to-day operations."
Guler Appliance has built a strong customer following in the greater Rockford area because of the parts, service and products the company offers. Many items needed for an efficient, comfortable and stylish home can be found inside. The store carries brand-name mattresses and appliances, literally, from A to Z – Amana refrigerators to Zephyr range hoods – and nearly everything in between.
The company has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, and it has been rated one of the region's best appliance dealers. Guler Appliance also has garnered several certifications and accreditations from the manufacturers whose products they service and sell.
There are many secrets to the endurance and success of Guler Appliance.
"We want our friends and neighbors to know that the experience they'll have purchasing from us can never be re-created at big-box stores, warehouses, regional stores and mega stores," Guler says. "We're experts on the products we carry and we're full-service from start to finish. We're always just a phone call away if you need us. This will never change, and as we grow we're excited to bring even more products and services to our customers."
Employees are the key in helping a business succeed. "Our employees aren't just people who show up and perform a task," says Guler. "They're an extension of our family."
Some employees have been with the company for decades.
"Our sales professionals are the most knowledgeable in the field," Guler adds. "Our delivery and installation personnel are highly trained and always go the extra mile to make sure the customer's experience is everything they expect. Our service managers and technicians are always there for our customers when they need them. We care about our employees and, in turn, our employees care about our customers. It shows."
Currently, Guler Appliance employs around 25 people, but as the business grows, it'll have room to grow.
Since the start of COVID-19, there has been a massive increase in the demand for household goods, and appliances have been at the top of many lists. Because of that demand, coupled with supply constraints, many appliances are back-ordered at the manufacturing level and delivery times have become less predictable.
"The first question many people understandably ask is, 'What do you have in stock?'" Andy says. "We'll do everything we can to fulfill their needs."
Andy recognizes these past two years have been challenging for every business, especially smaller ones that have endured through highs and lows.
"We're sympathetic toward them and hope they get back on their feet as soon as possible," Guler says. "Fortunately for our business, we've seen a big uptick in sales because so many people have spent this time in their homes. They're upgrading, remodeling and rebuilding, and appliances and mattresses are a big part of that."
Guler hopes that as COVID-19 continues to recede, more people will resume doing things like traveling and dining out, but he expects the increased investment in home to continue for the foreseeable future.
"People have started enjoying their own homes and want to create a sanctuary that their families can gather in," he says. "We hope they continue to turn to us as a reputable, family-run local business for their appliance and mattress needs."
Every business, no matter what product or service it provides, has its challenges and mistakes.
"In more than 80 years of doing business, there have certainly been miscalculations from time to time," Guler says. "Obviously, learning from them and avoiding them in the future is critical. But in a business like ours, we always need to grow, innovate and try new things, because we're always looking to the future. While not every trend and fad will be around for decades, we want to give our customers every option that we can."
Is there any advice Andy would give for businesses looking to grow? "Take care of your customers, and they'll take care of you," he says. "That sounds simple and maybe a little cliche, but it's not always an easy task. You can't always satisfy every customer's needs or wants, but you need to do everything in your power to try. Treat every customer as a friend and have empathy for them and their situation. Whether you're selling a product or performing a service, if you treat your customers as a friend, they'll appreciate you and help you grow."
Longevity is a hallmark of Guler Appliance, and keeping it going into the future requires the same degree of customer attention, tenacity and flexibility that have carried this family-owned business for nearly a century in Rockford's Midtown District.
"We're very proud of our legacy," Guler says. "We're constantly mindful of the hard work that the first and second generations put into this business. Their innovations helped us survive and thrive, and their legacy will always influence our decision-making and motivate us to keep working hard to earn the trust of every customer."
And now, another new era begins as Guler Appliance continues its philosophy of personal customer service at its new Rockford location.
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Garage door designs have expanded over the years from the one size and color fits all models to today's fully made-to-order doors.
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There are two main kinds of garage doors; steel and wood. Steel garage doors are durable and easy to maintain. They also give you the extra benefit of choosing from one, two or three construction styles for noise reduction and extra durability. The advantage of garage door made from wood lies in their beauty and feeling of warmth. The material of the garage door you decide to choose may also depend on your temperatures. Steel doors typically work in most weather conditions while wood garage doors may not be suitable in areas with damp climates.
Right now, you can get garage doors in just about any color as manufacturers constantly strive to satisfy customer wants. The color you choose may depend on your neighborhood. Some neighborhood Associations impose strict conditions on design, color and materials of garage doors and may require the color of your garage door to conform to certain rules. Consult your neighborhood or homeowner association before shopping for new garage doors to make sure there are no restrictions on door colors, materials or styles.
Whether you are shopping for a door for your new home or you are simply upgrading the door you have now, you must know the cost of the new door. Buying a door not within your budget that does not add real value to your home may not be the right decision. Consider all options and decide if adding a custom-made garage door to your home is worth the investment.
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Warren Newman
Warren is a PhD candidate in the Faculty of Law, Queens University. His thesis examines the principles and purposes of the 1982 constitutional amending procedures through the prism of Canada's underlying constitutional structure, with a focus on federal institutions, including the Senate and the Supreme Court.
Warren Newman is Senior General Counsel in the Constitutional, Administrative and International Law Section of the Department of Justice of Canada and Director of the Professional Development LL.M. Program in Constitutional Law at Osgoode Hall Law School of York University. He has practiced in constitutional law for more than 35 years.
Warren holds an LL.M. in constitutional law from Osgoode Hall Law School and has taught courses in public law, constitutional law and comparative constitutional law at the Faculties of Law of the University of Ottawa, Queen's University and McGill University.
Warren has represented the Attorney General of Canada as co-counsel before the Supreme Court of Canada in a number of significant constitutional cases, including the including the Senate Reform Reference, the Quebec Secession Reference and the Manitoba Language Rights Reference. Warren is a member of the Bars of Quebec and Ontario.
Warren has been named as Advocatus Emeritus by the Bar of Quebec (2009) and a governor of the Quebec Bar Foundation (2011). Warren has received the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal for his contribution to constitutional scholarship (2013) and the Deputy Minister's Achievement Coin, commemorating the 35th Anniversary of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms (2017).
Recent Professional Achievements
Featured Publication:
"The Rule of Law, the Separation of Powers and Judicial Independence in Canada." In The Oxford Handbook of the Canadian Constitution, edited by Peter Oliver, Patrick Macklem, and Nathalie Des Rosiers, 49-50. Oxford University Press: New York, 2017.
Featured Conference Presentation:
"Constitutionalism, Legality and Legitimacy: a Canadian Perspective." Expert Testimony at the Public Hearing of the Constitutional Affairs Committee of the European Parliament, June 20, 2018.
Thesis supervisor: Mark Walters
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As Mari Herreras put it in the Weekly, Crazily Enough, Someone Qualified Is Interested In Run for State Superintendent of Public Instruction. Dr. David Garcia is an education prof at ASU who has experience working with the legislature and in the Department of Education. I've had a chance to talk with him. He has the practical, no-nonsense manner of a man who knows how things work. He's a very viable candidate for the office with qualifications we haven't seen for 20 years, the last time we had an educator in the Ed Supe's office.
Phoenix, Ariz. – June 3, 2013 — Dr. David Garcia, an Associate Professor at Arizona State University, announced the formation of an exploratory committee, Garcia 2014, for Arizona's Superintendent of Public Instruction.
Education Policy, Research and Institutional Studies from the University of Chicago. He proudly served in the U.S. Army Infantry where he trained as a Nuclear, Biological and Chemical Warfare Specialist. He and his wife Lori Higuera, a Director at Fennemore Craig, P.C., have two young daughters that attend an Arizona public school.
Cool; he is running against the Obana administration. I wonder how long that charade will last?


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Georgia forwards coach Graham Rowntree is 'technically one of the best'
Wales wary of Georgia's forward power heading into World Cup clash.
Graham Rowntree (David Davies/PA)
By Andrew Baldock, PA Rugby Union Correspondent, Toyota City
Georgia forwards coach Graham Rowntree has been described as "technically one of the best" prior to Monday's World Cup clash against Wales.
https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/sport/rugby/georgia-forwards-coach-graham-rowntree-is-technically-one-of-the-best-38521675.html
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Rowntree's work with a renowned Georgia pack could prove a pivotal feature of the Pool D encounter.
The former England and British and Irish Lions assistant coach is well-known to many of the Wales players, including hooker Ken Owens, who worked with Rowntree in New Zealand two years ago.
Georgia's Giorgi Nemsadze wins a lineout against Wales at the Principality Stadium, Cardiff (David Davies/PA)
"Having worked with Graham Rowntree on the Lions tour, he's a very good coach," Owens said.
"Technically, he's one of the best, and I am sure he will have some things up his sleeve. I am sure they will be looking to put a marker down.
"There is no hiding place in international rugby. A lot of coaches and players' paths have crossed over the years in different situations and matches.
"With the way analysis is now, everyone is very thorough on each other.
"I am just looking forward to that challenge. They've made no secret about the fact they are coming after our scrum, and that is something we will have to meet head-on."
He has transformed Wales Joe Worsley on Warren Gatland
Georgia gave Wales a tough game in Cardiff during the 2017 autumn Tests before losing 13-6, and although they are world-ranked seven places below their opponents, it is far from a straightforward opener for the Six Nations champions.
Georgia qualified automatically for the World Cup after finishing third in their group four years ago, beating Tonga and Namibia to achieve that feat.
But former England flanker Joe Worsley knows the size of Georgia's challenge, especially having worked under Wales head coach Warren Gatland at Wasps when they won English and European titles between 2002 and 2005.
Worsley, who is part of Georgia's coaching staff, said: "I have been watching Warren since he left Wasps.
"I saw what he did at Wasps – I experienced it – and I've seen from afar what he has done with the Wales team.
"He has transformed them – weren't they knocked out (of the 2007 World Cup) by Fiji just before he got involved? – to a team that has been winning Grand Slams and became the best in the world for a short period.
"So, it speaks volumes of the man.
"While I admire him, it makes it a more difficult proposition to play against one of those teams because you know on the pitch the rugby organisation is great, and the drive he gives the staff and players is intense and lifts them up all year, every year, which makes them a strong team."
Ulster Rugby Round-Up: Six Nations on deck as we assess Andy Farrell's first Ireland...
The Ulster Rugby Round-Up, in association with Openreach, is here to take a look ahead to Andy Farrell's first Six Nations as Ireland head coach.
Luke Cowan-Dickie leaves England's Portugal training base for family reasons
By Duncan Bech, PA England Rugby Correspondent, Vilamoura Luke Cowan-Dickie could miss England's Guinness Six Nations opener against France on Sunday after returning home from the squad's Portugal training base for family reasons.
New boss Pivac has all the attributes to be a hit with Wales – Jake Ball
By Andrew Baldock, PA Rugby Union Correspondent Jake Ball believes that new Wales head coach Wayne Pivac will thrive in the international arena.
I cannot wait to get back to Irish duty and have been handed a licence to thrill, says Jacob...
By Ruaidhri O'Connor Jacob Stockdale is relieved to be back in a green jersey. The World Cup didn't go his way, but he's keen to move on and excited by the winds of change around Irish rugby.


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EPIC PREVIEW: 10 Acts You Can't Miss @ Newport Folk 2012
The 53rd Annual Newport Folk Festival will begin this weekend at the fittingly historic Fort Adams. The festival has one of the most storied and respected histories of any American music festival. It's where Bob Dylan was booed for going electric, where the Pixies went acoustic and this year it's where the Guthrie Family will celebrate Woody's would-be 100th birthday. So in eager anticipation for this weekend of amazing music, I will give you a taste of the 10 acts that are surely not to be missed…
10. Of Monsters and Men
Nana from the band of monsters of men (photo by Eric Tsurumoto)
This Icelandic band hasn't even been touring the US for six months and already has a faithful following. Their combination of infectous melodies, uptempo rock and clever lyricism makes for one of the biggest up and coming bands of this year.
Check out a intimate performance of their single little talk underneath
Of Monsters and Men – Little Talks (Live on KEXP)
9. HoneyHoney
Promo photo by Randi Curby
Suzanne Santo and Benjamin Jaffe are bringing the Bakersfield sound back to the Country music scene. With Santo's actress good-looks and whitty yet dark lyrics, this duo mixes some the most innovative and fresh tracks to come out of the thought to be extinct California country genre.
honeyhoney plays the Esquire House (2)
8. tUnE-yArDs
Photo By Eric Tsurumoto
In 1965 Merrill Garbus would have most likely been booed off stage along with Bob Dylan at Newport Folk. But times have changed and Garbus' band Tune-Yards continues to evolve what people call "American Music" and more importantly what they call American Folk Music. Her vocal looping and ukelele stylings are some of the most hypnotic and exciting musical moments you will experience at newport.
tUnE-yArDs – Bizness (Official Video)
7. Ben Sollee
This cello wielding Kentucky native is one of the best young songwriters in the folk scene today. He just recently finished a new album, completely financed through a Kickstarter campaign, along with undergoing yet another bike tour. Yeah, thats right…forget the vans or trailers, because Ben Sollee does a lot of traveling and touring by bike.
Check out his intimate NPR Tiny Desk Performance with such songs as "Captivity," "The Globe" and "Inclusions"…
Ben Sollee: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert
6. Preservation Hall Jazz Band
Preservation Hall at the 2010 Newport Folk Photo by Eric Tsurumoto
Preservation Hall is one of the most celebrated and historic Jazz ensembles in the country. Preservation Hall is the true definition of New Orleans jazz and the heritage that goes along with such a genre can be considered the voice of a entire subculture of America. Which such a heavily historic background, PHJB is sure to include a slew of expended family on stage. With Tao Seeger and Del McCoury already confirmed, expect the likes of Jim James (of My Morning Jacket) and Ben Sollee to join the band for at least one or two…
The Del McCoury Band & The Preservation Hall Jazz Band at Bonnaroo 2011
5. Deer Tick
Image Courtesy of Partisan Records
The Rhode Island natives are arguably the busiest band at this year's festival. Not only are the playing an afternoon set on the Quad stage but they will also be curating three after parties at the Newport Blues Cafe. The after parties will include the likes of Sharon Van Etten, Matt Vasquez of Delta Spirit and none other than Jackson Brown. With these parties aside, Deer Tick's gritty alt-country sound, with clear influences from Kurt Cobain and the 90's grunge scene, makes the band an incredible display of raw emotion and a incredible live performance to witness.
Deer Tick – Main Street (Official Video – Uncensored)
4. Jim James
Jim James at Newport Folk 2010 Photo by Eric Tsurumoto
If Deer Tick is the busiest band at Newport Folk this year, then without a doubt Jim James is the busiest man at the festival with a slated headlining set as My Morning Jacket and a Woody Guthrie tribute set with his newly formed band New Multitudes. Don't expect James to stop there; last time James performed at Newport he popped up at sets with Preservation Hall and Ben Sollee (who are both in attendance this year). Not to mention there is a Guthrie Family reunion and a fellow member of Monsters of Folk, Conor Oberst, is there as well. Bottom line is, if you don't see Jim James in some form……. you weren't really at Newport Folk this year.
The Black Cab Sessions. Chapter Forty-three: My Morning Jack
Photo Courtesy of Nonesuch Records
Not everyone will be in attendance for the opening night festivities, but Friday night with feature Blitzen Trapper, Megafaun and Wilco. If anything, a night at Fort Adams, with the beautiful harbor breeze to your back and the radiant sun setting in the horizon combined with the brilliance of Jeff Tweedy to keep you company…I'm not sure there is a much better way to spend a Friday night.
2. Conor Oberst
The reason Conor Oberst is a "can't miss" is the simple fact that no one really knows what he will be doing at this years festival. He isn't performing or hasn't performed as his solo act in months, nor has he performed with Bright Eyes in a long wile. With such a extensive back catalog Obersts' set is sure to suprise and please everyone no matter what he decides to perform.
Bright Eyes ft. Tom Morello HD: "Road to Joy" Live at Ottawa Folk Festival 2011
1. Woody Guthrie
Ok, before I begin, yes…I know Woody Guthrie is dead. But the underlying theme at this years festival is Woody Guthrie's 100th birthday. With two tribute sets for the man and a great deal of his extended family in attendance, the Father of American folk will be saluted, praised and emulated to continue on the legacy of not only his music but the festival his music helped create. Expect covers galore with chants of This Land is Your Land, All You Fascists and Talking Dust Bowl Blues.
Remember The Mountain Bed performed by Jeff Tweedy at Solid Sound Festival
Deer Tick
Newport Folk
Eric Tsurumoto
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I have never felt like a artist or even a photographer, I feel more like a person who sees the need to photograph his life. Still Frames can be uniting forces of emotion, and I feel music photography can be almost a bigger voice than the actual arist. My love of music and a DSLR has brought me to some pretty amazing places. In my first year alone I found myself hanging out in a tent next to the Avett brothers, shaking hands with Chromeo and having Win Butlers sweat fly into my eyes while he belts out the opening lyrics to Wake up. But my true goal is not to have a almost famous moment, but to capture what I see in these artists hoping that future viewers can be inspired to listen and fall in love with the artist the same way as I did.
My Morning Jacket Adds Cap Theatre Show to Summer 2019 Dates
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Jim James Announces May 2019 Solo Band Tour
My Morning Jacket announces 2019 dates
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Laura Veirs Covers the Grateful Dead "Mountains of the Moon"
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My Morning Jacket Announces New Year's Eve Run in Colorado
Hear Carl Broemel (of My Morning Jacket) Turn Beck's "The Golden Age" Into His Own Masterpiece
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