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Watch “Living in Color” from You42 creator Quron Booker

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Quron Booker is a New York-based creator who’s series “Living in Color” is now streaming on You42. By focusing on a single narrator, each episode let’s people from the BIPOC community and beyond share their stories in their own words. Everything, from the tight production to the close-knit crew, is structured to make the narrator comfortable so they can speak their truth.

 

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FUBU Radio Flexes Content Muscle With New You42 Network

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Digital entertainment company You42 is partnering with FUBU Radio to create a new Network dedicated to hip hop, empowerment, and the culture at large. The Network will feature new programming as well as shows and podcasts from the established FUBU Radio lineup. Spearheading the endeavor are FUBU Radio co-founders Demetrius L. Brown and Keith Perrin. Perrin is also one of the co-founders and a co-owner of the influential, globally recognized FUBU apparel company.

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Career Center Connects with You42 for New Job Placement Network

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To help make sense of today’s volatile job market, Career Center of the Southeast is teaming up with digital entertainment company You42 to create a Network dedicated to job placement, as well as safety and equality in the workplace. At the helm of this new Network is Career Center’s founder and CEO Kimberly Harris, an entrepreneur, philanthropist, author, speaker, and workforce strategist with clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to solopreneurs.

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You42 Adds Monetization Through Premium Content

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We’re ringing in the New Year with big news for the You42 Creator Community. Verified creators can now monetize content on You42 through our new Premium Content Feature! Finally you can take control of your content like never before with monetization features that you won’t find anywhere else.

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DJ Infa Red Spins Up New Hip-Hop Network on You42

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Digital entertainment company You42 continues to grow its music Network lineup through a partnership with hip-hop artist DJ Infa Red. A member of the Heavy Hitters, known as “The world’s most elite DJ crew,” Infa Red is giving fans access to new and exclusive music along with an inside glimpse into the world of professional DJs.

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Abira Brings Talent, Joyful Confidence to You42

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Digital entertainment company You42 is expanding its growing Network lineup by partnering with TV star and entrepreneur Abira Greene. Lauded for her role on the Lifetime series “Little Women: Atlanta,” Abira says her Network will be about more than just entertainment.

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Earbits Stations Makes Music Discovery a Breeze

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You42 is making music discovery easier than ever with Earbits Stations. New to the You42 Platform, Earbits Stations lets users stream amazing independent music by simply clicking on a genre, generating a shuffled playlist with 100 tracks. Genres include Rock, Country, Electronic, Pop, Hip-Hop and more!

 

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DJ Hurricane Set to Create New, DJ-focused Network on You42

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Hip-hop legend DJ Hurricane is teaming up with digital entertainment company You42, Inc. to launch a new Network highlighting the best DJs in the world. On the Network, professional DJs can showcase their talents, share their knowledge, and connect with fans on a global scale. It’s also a place where up-and-coming musicians can try to make a name for themselves, growing their fanbase and working the turntables alongside some of the best in the business.

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Raz B of B2K Looks to Connect Artists with Fans on New You42 Network

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Multi-platinum R&B singer Raz B has announced a partnership with You42, Inc., bringing his entrepreneurial spirit to his own You42 Network. In addition to exclusive content from the B2K star, the Raz B Network will feature Channels from established artists in pop, hip hop, and R&B, as well as rising stars who are ready to shine. Fans will get access to new music and behind-the-scenes content that brings them closer than ever to their favorite artists.

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Conscious Content Network on You42 creates awareness and hope for those suffering from trauma

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Digital entertainment company You42, Inc. is announcing a partnership with Conscious Content Collective, a decentralized, international award-winning media company focused on education and awareness of mental health and well-being. Through the Conscious Content Network on the You42 platform, they are building a community of creators around diverse issues like healing from trauma, environmental and animal advocacy, and the visual and digital arts relating to humanity and healing.

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Sugar Bert Boxing Promotions Steps into the Ring: Amateur Boxing Coming to You42 Networks

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Digital entertainment company You42, Inc. has announced a partnership with Sugar Bert Boxing Promotions to create a groundbreaking Network highlighting amateur boxing. Headquartered in Atlanta, Sugar Bert’s national promotions draw thousands of boxers, coaches, and families each year, winning praise from legends like four-time heavyweight champ Evander Holyfield, as well as partnerships with USA Boxing, Title Boxing, and the WBC.

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Earbits Music Levels Up: Music Streaming Now Fueled by Network Discovery

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Digital entertainment company You42, Inc. has announced one of the first Networks to go live on the You42 platform will be one of their very own, Earbits Music. You42 has been working hard to reimagine the way fans discover and consume entertainment, and music was certainly at the top of their list. Building off the success of Earbits genre-driven music streaming, You42 has transformed Earbits into a full-blown Network, offering curated music discovery and full multimedia user engagement. The Earbits network will give artists the ability to manage their entire brand, including distribution, discovery, and ultimately monetization.

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You42 Gives 100% to Creators: A solution to the entertainment industry’s SOS

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Atlanta, GA – Digital entertainment company You42, Inc. has announced its latest offering, You42 Networks, finally giving creators full control over their content. You42 has accelerated its Network-centric design in response to recent turmoil within the entertainment industry. The company states that the updated platform will meet the pressing needs facing the creative world in the wake of industry-wide financial devastation delivered by COVID-19.

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Check Out the New You42!

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You42 just got an upgrade. The entire platform has a new look and feel, with a streamlined experience that improves navigation and content discovery. Check out the highlights below, then head over to you42.com and take it for a spin.

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Introducing You42 Networks

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Coming soon to the You42 platform, Networks unites established brands with the influence of modern creators, giving brands complete control over their content, distribution and monetization. Network owners can customize the experience for their fans and expand their audience by onboarding influential content creators that complement their brand.

 

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Three You42 Films Debut at 2020 Film Festivals

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Film festivals may have gone virtual in 2020, but that hasn’t slowed down You42 Productions. Three You42 features have been making the Film Festival rounds this year, representing a diverse range of genres including documentary, drama, and horror/comedy.

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Half a Mile Out on the Night to Screen at Etowah Film Festival

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A rambling young woman, stranded in a strange rural town, confronting her own existence while searching for a friend she may never find. This is the story of Half a Mile Out on the Night, a new film from You42 Productions that opens at the Etowah Film Festival on Sunday, Sept. 13. Check out the lineup, and purchase your ticket in advance for the virtual screening.

 

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Listen to Searching for Rick on You42

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On Searching for Rick, your hosts begin by finding out what happened to Rick Moranis, the beloved actor who started in comedy hits like “Ghostbusters,” “Spaceballs,” and “Honey I Shrunk the Kids.” Each episode finds them tracking down another “lost” star from the 80s and 90s.

 

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The Funny Money Podcast Goes Live

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Join financial professionals and comedians Sheldon Anderson and Bob Wheeler for a humorous and enlightening conversation about stuff you wish you knew, but without these two guys, would be too boring to research on your own.

 

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Listen to 6 Feet of Separation on You42

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Join DJ Kemit and Jessa B for 6 Feet of Separation, a new podcast about creatives working and collaborating during the pandemic. On the first episode they speak with Otto Graham, a writer, actor and Atlanta native living in LA. 

 

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You42 Sells Lab42 to Sumo Group

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You42 has sold its UK-based game studio, Lab42, to Sumo Group, one of the UK’s largest independent game studios. Established in 2015, Lab42 has worked on titles for console, PC and mobile, including Yakuza 0 and Sonic Mania. To learn more, check out the press release on Gamasutra.

 

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Creating and Collaborating at a Distance

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During a national pandemic and an order to shelter in place, creators are finding new ways to be creative out of necessity to continue their work. Musicians, podcasters, filmmakers and other artists are using video conferencing to collaborate and other tools to share, create and edit their art. Learn more on our Creator Blog.

 

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Alternative Ways to Premiere Independent Films

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Everyone is feeling the effects of the Coronavirus pandemic, but the arts and entertainment have been hit hard, specifically the film industry. Some festivals have opted to host online showcases, but what are indie filmmakers supposed to do? Find out on our Creator Blog.

 

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Learn How COVID-19 is Affecting DJs

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The You42 Creator Blog is featuring stories on how the COVID-19 outbreak is affecting creators and businesses in the music industry. DJ Kemit talks with fellow DJs and record store owners to see how they’re coping with the impacts of social distancing.

 

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International Women’s Day on You42

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Over the next few weeks, You42 will be celebrating Women’s History Month. To kick things off, we’re honoring International Women’s Day with a channel highlighting content made by and staring amazing female creators.

 

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Gabriel Orengo is @TheBlock

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Gabriel Orengo is a soulful singer/producer who mixes genes and blends styles for a sound that’s all his own. Watch him perform his debut single, Ay, Ay, Ay, and more on this week’s episode of Music@TheBlock.

 

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Banda Magda Takes Center Stage at The Loft

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This week we’re featuring a live performance from multi-instrumentalist Magda Giannikou and her electrifying group, Banda Magda. Watch as they light up the stage at The Loft, part of Center Stage in Midtown Atlanta.

 

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Watch Hero the Band Play the You42 Stage

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This summer, Hero the Band will take the stage at Bonnaroo, playing on the same lineup as superstars like Lizzo, Vampire Weekend and Miley Cyrus. Get a super-charged dose of their live show on this week’s Music@TheBlock.

 

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Montsho Eshe is @TheBlock

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Montsho Eshe is a two-time Grammy winner. She’s traveled the world, bringing her unique sound and energy to the groundbreaking hip-hop group, Arrested Development. Catch her live performance on this week’s Music@TheBlock.

 

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Creator Spotlight: Ray Ramon

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Ray Ramon is a Nigerian-born, Australian singer, songwriter and producer. His music is high-energy, with elements of house, pop and EDM. Check out videos for his singles “Koo Baby,” “Bad Bad Man” and “Make that Move.”
 

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Sarah Miles is live @TheBlock

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With her country song, “Stay,” Sarah Miles won the 2017 Grand Prize John Lennon Songwriting award. Watch her perform a live acoustic set of original music on this week’s episode of Music@TheBlock.

 

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Lab42 Collaborates on Snooker 19 Challenge Pack DLC

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Ripstone Games, in collaboration with World Snooker and Lab42, are bringing a brand new experience to Snooker 19 with the release of Challenge Pack DLC on 12th December. The Challenge Pack will release on PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One later this week, and will arrive on Nintendo Switch in 2020.
 

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Watch Sonia Leigh Live at Terminal West

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Sonia Leigh has paid her dues. All those years of struggle and joy shine through in her music, a blend of country, rock and everything in between. Watch her perform live in Atlanta and for a special performance at Terminal West.

 

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BandaMagda Featured on Music@TheBlock

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Banda Magda is a musical whirlwind. Helmed by multi-instrumentalist Magda Giannikou, the band features a fellowship of diverse musicians from around the world. Watch their live, intimate performance on this week’s Music@TheBlock.
 

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Kurt Thomas is @TheBlock

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Singer/Songwriter Kurt Thomas has opened for some of the biggest names in country music, including Kenny Chesney and Brooks & Dunn. Watch him showcase his down-home sound on the latest episode of Music@TheBlock.

 

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VYNL Takes Viewers on a Musical Tour of Hamburg

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Join your host Dj Kemit on a musical tour of Hamburg, Germany. Years ago, the Beatles came to Hamburg to hone their sound. Now, the city is home to vibrant underground house, techno and live music scenes. With DJ Kemit as your guide, you’ll explore the street corners, storefronts and record shops of this amazing, inviting city.

 

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