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Interview with a Rock Band Client a Top 10 Hit
As part of our social media program for our client, the rock band August, Crest Communications senior art director Darren Kurt interviewed Gary Mackey, the band’s leader. The interview was posted on YouTube and became an effective way for people to become acquainted with August and their brand of hot rhythm ‘n’ soul that reflects the unique sound of the city of Chicago. Through Crest Communication’s efforts the band earned additional tour dates.
One Video Worth a Thousand Words
She comes in a lot more like a lamb than a lion. We’re talking about Nyx; a well trained, highly effective Bed Bug Dog. Nyx is a small terrier who discreetly whiffs, without missing, any bedbugs that might have infiltrated residential or commercial spaces. Bed Bugs are serious pests that cause serious damage; and serious pain and discomfort if you find them without the benefit of Nyx casing your place first. If bed bugs are there; in the furniture, behind wall sockets, deep in textiles or hiding in closets, Nyx finds them. If she does, AGAD Pest Control will eradicate (“kill”) them. Nyx works fast and so does AGAD. Even one night with bed bugs is one too many. Nyx was willing to perform on camera and Crest captured her at work. While the camera wasn’t hidden, the bed bugs were. We caught Nyx on camera while she caught the bedbugs behind a wall. AGAD destroyed the evidence.
Crest Communications Event Division Catches Clients Clowning Around
The Museum of Broadcast Communications recently celebrated the preliminary opening of their new facility in Chicago with clown music. We at Crest Communications, an integrated marketing and social media company in the western suburbs, were there to cover how two of our clients contributed to the event. The museum wanted to replicate the music of the late 1950’s Bozo the Clown Show that originated on WGN-TV Chicago. To do that, the original organ used on the set was donated to the museum. However, the instrument needed repair. So the Chicago Area Theatre Organ Enthusiasts, a Crest Communications client, arranged for technicians from Hammond Organ and Allen Organ to bring it up to par. (CATOE’s mission includes preserving the famous organs of Chicagoland.)
The organ was played by Lee Maloney, V.P. of Steinway Chicago, another Crest client. Maloney was one of the organists for the original touring Bozo show.
The 62,000 square foot museum is now located at 360 N. State Street, the site of a former parking garage. The museum is expected to be open to the public this fall. And Crest Communications, as it was during this “Sneak Peak” event, will be there.
CCI Client – The Scissors perform at SXSW
South by Southwest is a ten day event held over spring break in Austin, TX where the latest film, music and cutting-edge technologies gather to create exposure for the creators and the best in entertainment for the festival’s audiences. Crest client, The Scissors, was chosen to perform two music showcases, including one made up of entirely Chicago artists. With the weather in the mid-80’s and 6th Street closed for thousands to enjoy the sights and sounds, the band reached new fans and industry heads alike at SXSW.
Hammond USA Unveils Its New MINI B-3 At NAMM 2011
Hammond unveiled its new MINI B-3 retailing for $13,500 and was nominated by NAMM show panel as the year’s best new product. Hammond Executive Vice-President, Dennis Capiga, announced the company’s new directions and innovations to visiting dealers at the show. Ten years ago, Hammond introduced the New B-3 at the show and won best of show. It was only fitting that ten years later, the new MINI B-3 has followed suit.
CCI Client- WebOnly Piano Maximizes Opportunity at NAMM International Trade Show
WebOnly Piano (Hollywood, CA) promotes its premium line of player piano recording discs at the 2011 NAMM Show held in Anaheim. Presentation of several new products including the Hal-Leonard Christmas Caroling Song Book and player disc set were made to new dealers arriving from across the country and participating in this year’s show.
President, Ed Vodicka, stated that WebOnly’s new business relationship with Hal-Leonard not only allows worldwide distribution, through the Hal-Leonard customer network, but has also proven product widening through talks with Yamaha Piano. Yamaha software is also distributed through Hal-Leonard’s stellar sales system.
The joint planning discussions were able to take place at NAMM regarding WebOnly providing new product for Yamaha’s player system coming up this next year. New vision regardng Disklavier premium software would include the usual WebOnly audio quality now combined with video presentation into music videos and “live feed” presentation work allowing Disklavier to play the performance live in any venue where Yamaha instruments are remotely located.
New Crest Website 1.13.11
At Crest Communications, we specialize in Advertising, Promotion, and Event Marketing. There’s a lot of exciting things happening here in 2011 and we’ll keep you updated on everything that comes along. The first bit of news in the new year is our new website. Please have a look around and get to know Crest Communications and our clients.
-Darren Kurt/Art Director/Crest Communications
