CF Guard Amber Powe Signs with Delta State University
by TFP on Jul.06, 2010, under News
Central Florida women’s basketball standout Amber Powe will continue her career back in her home state of Mississippi. The 5-7 guard and Ridgeland, Miss., native has signed a letter of intent with Division II Delta State University in nearby Cleveland.
“Amber is an athletic and gifted athlete,” (DSU head coach Sandra) Rushing stated. “She is the type of student-athlete that can put the ball in the basket, but she can also keep her opponent from scoring and that’s what sets her apart. She will be a great fit for the Lady Statesmen.”
Powe, an All-Mid-Florida Conference selection, averaged 9.3 points, 3.1 rebounds and 2.4 steals per game as a sophomore for the Lady Patriots.
Powe joins South Carolina signee Markeshia Grant as Lady Patriots bound for the NCAA level.
Azmyth’s CD, K.A.R.M.A comes full circle hits Amazon tomorrow
by TFP on Jun.29, 2010, under AZMYTH, Band
| The following is a press release concerning the highly anticipated world-wide release of Azmyth’s market debuting album.The band Orange Springs band Azmyth will release their first “official” album on Wednesday, June 30, 2010. The album titled “K.A.R.M.A. Comes Full Circle” will be the first that the band has released to the public via iTunes, Amazon, and myspace music. Why is this extrodinary? The band’s popularity has reached an all time high. Numbers have been souring for Azmyth, after their short break from the stage. The anticipation for the album has been really high since it was announced in February. Since then, Azmyth has averaged over 90,000 song plays a day, 24,000 video plays a day, and visits from over 40 countries on their myspace page a day. Their visits come from all 50 states, Japan, Germany, Malaysia, Greece, Argentina, Australia, and many more countries. The cities that Azmyth are most listened to in are; Orlando, Fl, Little Rock, AR, Los Angeles, CA, Nashville, TN, and New York, NY. This has made their new compilation one of the most anticipated albums coming out of the state of Florida, in a long time. The band operates out of the small town, Orange Springs, and has made a name for themselves nationwide. What makes the album so special for the Downey Brother’s of Azmyth, is they have dedicated this CD to their grandfather, Jesse Hill of Palatka, who was recently diagnosed with lung cancer, and was also given under 6 months to live. The 12 song CD will feature original tracks recorded at their home studio (Blackdirt Studio), and even tracks they recorded at Rust Productions in Ocala with Keith Henderson, who worked under the greats like Bruce Sweiden, and Quincy Jones that did the majority of Michael Jackson’s work. The band is releasing it under their own budget and hard work independently, without the mass production of a major label, which is unheard of this day and time. The album still has the classic Azmyth sound with a lot of new musical twists. Azmyth is still trying to bring back the classic soul to music, that they feel it has been lacking for over 30 years now. The band’s contact information is below if there are any questions. We have contacted these newspapers before contacting any other media.
Azmyth is – Tim W. Downey Jr., Tyler Downey Azmyth Contact : Tim Jr. at 1-352-546-2528 Azmyth Website – www.azmythmusic.com  Azmyth's new CD hits itunes June 30th. |
A new beginning
by TFP on Jun.24, 2010, under News
Effective immediately, Topfuelphotos will be known as Behindthescenez. Due to other doors that have opened, it was necessary to change the name so that it would fit us better in what we are doing. For now you can use Topfuelphotos.net and you will be redirected to the new site. Along with a new name comes new emails, please make a note of the new ones as well. Thomasgaines@behindthescenez.net and Rgaines@behindthescenez.net. Thank you for your continued support and we look forward to new and more exciting things to come.
Thomas & Renee Gaines
Volleyball Added to CF Patriots Athletics Program
by TFP on Jun.22, 2010, under News
“There is a thriving high school and community volleyball scene in our service area, and we think it’s time for the College of Central Florida to take an active role in it,” said CF Director of Athletics Bob Zelinski. “It’s a natural next step for our athletics program.”
The move furthers CF’s ongoing mission to encourage participation in sports among girls and provide athletic opportunities for female student-athletes in Marion, Citrus and Levy counties. By adding volleyball to its women’s basketball and fast-pitch softball teams, the college now offers scholarships in the three most widely played sports among girls in its service area.
“The college is committed to responding to the community, and this is one more way to broaden our reach,” said Dr. Charles Dassance, CF president. “We believe that student-athletes, parents and fans will welcome this decision.”
Women’s volleyball will replace women’s tennis among CF athletic offerings. The tennis program has enjoyed consistent success, highlighted by the 2001 National Junior College Athletic Association Division II national championship.
“It’s unfortunate to fold any team, but we think the college’s resources are best served in focusing on the launch of the volleyball program and the continued successes of our basketball, baseball and softball teams,” Zelinski said. “We’d like to thank all of the student-athletes and coaches for their efforts in building and sustaining the college tennis program and assure them that their contributions will not be forgotten.”
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Bret Michaels rocks West Palm
by TFP on Jun.15, 2010, under News
Michaels singing to a full house in West Palm
Bret Michaels gave a phenomenal and explosive performance during the God & Guns Tour he did at the Cruzan Amphitheatre in West Palm Beach, Florida last Thursday night. Fans from all over came out to see Michaels perform and boy, did he deliver. He was charismatic, energetic, and of course, his extreme talent and passion for what he loves most poured out. It just goes to show you how mind can overpower body and allow people to do things they thought may have never been possible (considering almost losing his life from a brain hemorrhage).
Michaels thanked his fans for having “patience” with him in reference to all his recent health issues and shared being blessed to do what he loves on stage for all those who truly believe in him. He also thanked his crew and everyone involved in setting up his tour. His appreciation for all was heartwarming.
Michaels told the crowd that he was going to “take it easy” during his performance, while at the same time do his best to deliver the best performance he could. Take it easy? Well, you could have fooled us… One would have never known that Michaels ever had any health issues. His performance was just as powerful as they all were back in the 80′s when he performed as the lead singer of Poison.
Michaels performed after 38 Special and before Lynyrd Skynyrd.
We continue to love our Poison Rockstar and wish him continued good health and success!
