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07/09/2009
Crackle.com to Premiere New Comedy Web Series 'Dusty Peacock' on Monday, July 13th

Crackle.com, Sony Pictures Entertainment's online video network, announced today that four episodes of the highly-anticipated new original online comedy series "Dusty Peacock," starring Gary...

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07/09/2009
An Epic Saga Concludes With Legends of Norrath™ Storm Break

The final chapter in the compelling Ethernauts saga comes to a dazzling finish with today's launch of Legends of Norrath™ Storm Break, developed by Sony Online Entertainment (SOE). The new...

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07/09/2009
Now That's What I Call #1! Newest Installment of World's Best-Selling Music Compilation Series, Now That's What I Call Music!, Debuts in Top Spot

Now That's What I Call Music! Vol. 31, released June 30, 2009, will debut at #1 on the Billboard Top 200 Album chart (issue date July 18), according to SoundScan sales figures. Vol. 31 is the 13th...

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07/09/2009
Sony Adds Netflix to Bravia Internet Video Platform

Netflix, Demand Media™, and ON Networks® are the latest content providers to join Sony's BRAVIA® Internet Video platform. In the fall of 2009, Netflix members will be able to instantly watch...

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07/08/2009
Raja Gosnell to Direct 'Smurfs' for Columbia Pictures and Sony Pictures Animation

Columbia Pictures and Sony Pictures Animation have tapped Raja Gosnell (Beverly Hills Chihuahua, Scooby-Doo) to direct Smurfs, the live-action/animated film based on the legendary blue characters...

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07/07/2009
Sony Unveils New Flash Memory Camcorders With Advanced Optics, New Technology

Sony today announced its new HDR-CX520V and HDR-CX500V Handycam® camcorders, which capture full 1920x1080 high-definition video and up to 12-megapixel photos on a 64GB or 32GB internal flash...

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07/07/2009
Sony Introduces New DVDirect With Smaller Body and Larger LCD Display

Sony today debuted its next-generation multi-function DVDirect™ DVD recorder, which can transfer both high-definition and standard-definition home videos and digital photos to DVD discs without...

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07/07/2009
Sony Debuts Hot New Mini Notebook in Cool New Colors

Sony today took the wraps off its chic new line of mini notebooks-- the VAIO® W Series. Featuring an ultra-portable design, the W Series is perfect for using as a secondary PC, in any room of the...

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07/07/2009
Maxwell, 'The Premiere R&B Vocalist of his Generation,' Wows With 'BLACKsummers'night'

Maxwell's wildly awaited BLACKsummers'night, out today, has more than fulfilled the expectations of press and fans who've waited 8 years since his last studio album, 2001's Now. The first single,...

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07/02/2009
Beyonce Partners With Show Your Helping Hand™ Campaign to Help Fight Hunger in America

WHO: Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and actress Beyonce Houston community leader, Pastor Rudy of St. John's Downtown Church C.E.O. / President Houston Food Bank - Brian Greene U.S....

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07/01/2009
Sony F23 Cameras Recreate History in 'Public Enemies,' From Acclaimed Filmmaker Michael Mann

Universal Pictures' new action-thriller "Public Enemies," which opens nationally today, was shot with Sony F23 professional high-definition cameras. Co-writer/director/producer Michael Mann and...

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07/01/2009
Sony Music Entertainment and IODA Partner to Create Leading Digital Distribution and Services Network for Independent Rights Holders

Sony Music Entertainment (SME) today announced that it has entered into a global partnership with IODA to create a new leading distribution and services network for independent rights holders. As...

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07/01/2009
Modern Soul Master MAXWELL to do LIVE Outdoor Performance for CBS Early Show

Who: Modern Soul Master MAXWELL What: FREE Live Outdoor Performance for CBS Early Show Where: CBS Early Show Studio Plaza - Corner of 59th Street and 5th Avenue When: Wednesday, July 8, 2009 @...

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07/01/2009
Sony Reduces Approximately 100,000 Tons Worth of CO2 Emissions Through Use of Renewable Energy in FY2008

Sony Corporation is continuously working to increase energy efficiency in order to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. As part of this effort, Sony is actively promoting the use of renewable...

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07/01/2009
FROM ELVIS IN MEMPHIS: LEGACY EDITION Celebrates 40th Anniversary of American Studios Sessions, 36 Tracks Across 2 CDs, Including 10 Original Mono Single Masters

In January-February 1969, after 13 years of recording studio albums and movie soundtracks in Nashville and Hollywood, the time was right for Elvis Presley (1935-1977) to set foot once again in a...

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06/30/2009
Mary Mary Named 2009's Best Gospel Artist at Annual BET Awards

Mary Mary was named this year's Best Gospel Artist at the 2009 BET Awards ceremony held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on Sunday, June 28, airing on BET. Mary Mary's soulful performance...

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06/30/2009
Sony Creative Software Announces Winners of Second Annual 'Technology in Motion' National Student Film Contest at National Educational Computing Conference

Sony Creative Software, a leading provider of professional video and audio editing software applications, announced the winners of its second national student film contest, Technology in Motion:...

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06/30/2009
Sony Computer Entertainment to Expand 'Official Licensing Program' for PlayStation Peripherals and Accessories

Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCE) today announced the expansion of the "Official License Program" to peripheral manufacturers in Japan, Asia, North America and Europe/ PAL territories to...

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06/26/2009
MGMT to Support Paul McCartney for Two Special Shows in Boston on August 5 & 6

Brooklyn based alternative/pop/rock ensemble MGMT are set to directly support Sir Paul McCartney for two special shows at Boston's Fenway Park on August 5th and 6th. News of McCartney's admiration...

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06/26/2009
Kunimasa Suzuki Named New Deputy President of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) announced today that Kunimasa Suzuki has been named Representative Director, Deputy President of SCEI effective July 1, 2009, in addition to his current...

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06/26/2009
Sony Online Entertainment President to Deliver Third Annual Community Address at Fan Faire 2009

WHAT Sony Online Entertainment (SOE) President John Smedley is set to kick off SOE Fan Faire 2009 with a community address to more than 1,000 video game fans at Bally's Hotel and Casino in Las...

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06/26/2009
Boys Like Girls Announce Sept. 8 Release of Sophomore Album, Love Drunk

Boys Like Girls have announced the September 8 release of Love Drunk, their highly anticipated sophomore release on Columbia Records. Produced by Brian Howes [Puddle of Mudd, Chris Cornell,...

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06/26/2009
Sony Comments on the Passing of Michael Jackson

Michael Jackson, one of the most widely beloved entertainers and profoundly influential artists of all-time, leaves an indelible imprint on popular music and culture. Commenting on his passing,...

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06/24/2009
Pete Yorn's BACK AND FOURTH in Stores Now!

Pete Yorn is back, and critics can't get enough of BACK AND FOURTH. Released Tuesday, June 23, BACK AND FOURTH is Yorn's fourth Columbia Records release, and comes on the heels of an extensive...

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06/23/2009
Maxwell Soaring up the Charts as 'Pretty Wings' Rockets to #1 on Urban Adult Radio

Columbia Records artist Maxwell returns to the top of the charts this week as "Pretty Wings," the first single from his long-awaited fourth studio album BLACKsummers'night, soars to the #1 slot on...

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