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Grand Funk Railroad Adds Dates to Highly Anticipated ‘The American Band Tour’

Grand Funk Railroad Adds Dates to Highly Anticipated ‘The American Band Tour’

Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Their 1973 “We’re An American Band” Platinum Selling Single and Album

Grand Funk Railroad Adds Dates to Highly Anticipated ‘The American Band Tour’
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Tour date poster for Grand Funk Railroad’s \”The American Band Tour\”

Multi-platinum selling iconic group GRAND FUNK RAILROAD announced today additional tour dates to their highly anticipated upcoming ‘The American Band Tour,’ in honor of the 50th anniversary of their 1973 “We’re An American Band” platinum-selling single and album. New dates include performances in New York, Ohio, Arizona, Kentucky, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Minnesota, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Utah, Nevada, Indiana, South Carolina, Missouri, Alabama, Louisiana, California, South Dakota, New Jersey, Michigan, and Mississippi.

One of rock’s most definitive anthems, founding member Don Brewer (vocals and drums) was the soul writer and vocalist on “We’re An American Band,” which went all the way to #1 on the Billboard ‘Hot 100’ chart on Sept. 29, 1973. 

“‘We’re An American Band’ came to me when we were flying from town-to-town on our ‘Phoenix Tour’ in 1972,” said Brewer of writing the song. “We were being sued by our former manager, Terry Knight, and he was trying to stop us from performing. The line, ‘We’re comin’ to your town, we’ll help you party it down,’ came to me first, and I wrote the song around that line, taking snippets of things going on during the tour at that time – like staying up all night with Freddy King playing poker, four young chiquitas in Omaha, sweet, sweet Connie in Little Rock, and, finally, the declaration, ‘We’re An American Band,’ because it sounds great and sings well.” 

As part of this year’s itinerary, the legendary rock & roll powerhouse will be the “special guests” of Kid Rock for two hometown shows in Michigan at Little Caesars Arena on Friday, July 14, and Saturday, July 15. See GRAND FUNK RAILROAD’s full tour itinerary below.

ABOUT GRAND FUNK RAILROAD:

Known as “The American Band,” the high-energy five-piece group includes original founding members Don Brewer (vocals and drums, writer and singer of the multi-million selling hit, “We’re an American Band”) and bassist Mel Schacher, “The God of Thunder.” Joining Don and Mel are true “All Stars.” Singer Max Carl is a rock veteran from 38 Special. Max penned and sang 38’s biggest hit “Second Chance” and was co-founder of California’s legendary Jack Mack and the Heart Attack. Don refers to Max as “the best blue-eyed soul singer on the planet.” Lead guitarist Bruce Kulick is best known for his 12 years with KISS and has credits with Michael Bolton, Meatloaf and Billy Squier. (KISS members Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley were influenced early on by Grand Funk.) Keyboardist Tim Cashion has a master’s degree in music from the University of Miami. Affectionately called “Dr. Tim”, his credits include stints with Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band and English soul man Robert Palmer.

Contact Information:

Elise Anderson

Owner, Elicity Public Relations

[email protected]

(615) 946-6055

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Introducing Sessions Copilot: Transforming Customer-Facing Webinars With AI-Powered Assistance

Introducing Sessions Copilot: Transforming Customer-Facing Webinars With AI-Powered Assistance

Introducing Sessions Copilot: Transforming Customer-Facing Webinars With AI-Powered Assistance
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The AI Copilot is generating an agenda, based on user’s input

Sessions, the award-winning platform for customer-facing sessions, is proud to announce the launch of its AI-powered Copilot. Recognized as Product of the Year in the “work from anywhere” category by Product Hunt and declared a Spring 2023 High Performer by G2, Sessions already serves more than 4,000 companies with its immersive and interactive video conferencing platform.

Sessions is the one-stop solution for all your business needs when it comes to customer-facing sessions, including webinars, demos, workshops, or training. Moreover, the platform provides a unified workspace for your team, streamlining the process of creating sessions, sharing templates and resources, and accessing recaps and session assets. This not only saves setup time but also promotes team-wide consistency and collaboration.

As the use of webinars and workshops grows rapidly, businesses are constantly seeking innovative tools to make their sessions more engaging and productive. Sessions’ AI Copilot tackles this challenge head-on by offering AI-assisted agenda building, automated transcripts, smart summaries, in-session polls, and icebreakers to keep everyone focused on the outcome.

“Webinars and online workshops have become essential for our customer-facing interactions, and yet many still struggle to create truly engaging experiences,” says Radu Negulescu, founder and CEO of Sessions. “With the introduction of our AI-powered Copilot, we’re revolutionizing how businesses organize customer-facing sessions. Our new release takes the core value of Sessions – delivering immersive and interactive experiences – and elevates it to new heights. By automating tedious tasks and boosting real-time engagement, we empower our users to focus on what truly matters: delivering outstanding content and building meaningful connections.”

Founded in 2020 by Radu Negulescu, Sessions was created to meet the growing demand for efficient and engaging remote and hybrid work environments. The platform has since become an invaluable tool for marketers, sales professionals, and customer success teams, enabling them to conduct sessions like product demos, customer onboarding easily, and thought leadership webinars.

With the addition of the AI Copilot, Sessions continues to innovate and stay ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving video conferencing landscape. For more information about Sessions and its new AI-powered Copilot, please visit https://sessions.us/?utm_source=PressRelease&utm_medium=NewsWire&utm_campaign=Press.

About Sessions:

Sessions is an all-in-one platform designed to streamline customer-facing sessions, offering immersive and interactive experiences for webinars, workshops, and demos. Founded in 2020 by Radu Negulescu, an experienced entrepreneur, Sessions has quickly gained recognition as a remote and hybrid work environment leader. The platform now serves over 4,000 companies worldwide, providing them with the tools and support they need to create truly memorable and engaging sessions.

Contact Information:

Adriana Virlan

Growth Marketer at Sessions

[email protected]

+40 751531824

Alexandru Frentescu

Head of Growth at Sessions

[email protected]

+40 751531824

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Study Reveals the World’s Best Observation Decks for Travelers on a Budget

Study Reveals the World’s Best Observation Decks for Travelers on a Budget

Travel experts at Omio have analyzed 70 of the world’s most popular observation decks and their entrance fees, which reveal the best and most affordable views for budget-conscious travelers. The study includes 8 of the most popular viewing decks in the United States.

Omio, Europe’s leading booking platform for travel, has released a ranking of the world’s most affordable observation decks. The study analyzes the entrance fees for the 70 most popular viewing platforms in the world, followed by an offset of the ticket prices against the official height of the building. The result is a well-curated list of the best views for the best price.

In almost every city, observation decks are among the most popular attractions for tourists. This ranking reveals the wide range of ticket prices, starting at $1.14 for the Torre Panorâmica in Curitiba (Brazil) to the Empire State Building in New York City (United States), where the entrance costs around $79.

“Top of Africa” offers the best price for money

The popular viewing platform “Top of Africa” (732ft) on the top floor of the Carlton Centre in Johannesburg offers visitors a unique panoramic view as far as Soweto and the best deal for the money. The entrance fee only costs $1.67 and beats all other observation decks surveyed in the price per foot category ($0.002 per ft). The deck is finally scheduled to reopen in summer 2023.

Table 1: Top 10 best observation decks for travelers on a budget.

 DestinationObservation deckHeightTicketPrice per ft.
1Johannesburg, South AfricaTop of Africa732ft$1.67$0.002
2Istanbul, TurkeyIstanbul Sapphire856ft$2.68$0.003
3Curitiba, BrazilTorre Panorâmica359ft$1.14$0.003
4Riga, LatviaRiga TV tower1,207ft$3.96$0.003
5Cairo, EgyptCairo Tower614ft$2.14$0.004
6Belgrade, SerbiaTV tower Avala673ft$2.78$0.004
7Plzeň, Czech RepublicCathedral of St. Bartholomew338ft$1.56$0.005
8Rio de Janeiro, BrazilChrist the Redeemer2,297ft$14.36$0.006
9Barcelona, SpainTorre de Collserola945ft$6.00$0.006
10Warsaw, PolandPalace of Culture and Science945ft$5.68$0.007

From $24 to $79: Observation decks in the US are expensive 

The Empire State Building in New York City is probably the most famous observation platform in the world. The viewing deck attracts around 3.5 million visitors per year. The study reveals that visiting a skydeck in the US is rather expensive. The most expensive observation deck is the Empire State Building and a ticket to the 102nd floor costs around $79.

Good that the Big Apple offers plenty of alternatives. The deck of the One World Trade Center only costs about $47 and a ticket to the Top of the Rock observation deck costs about $43.

The Statue of Liberty offers the worst deal for travelers. The monument that includes a viewing deck in the crown is only 305ft tall but one ticket costs $24. A ticket to The Strat in Las Vegas is also around $24 but at least the building is 1,148ft tall.

The best deal for an observation deck in the US is the Willis Tower in Chicago. A ticket to the visitors’ floor on top of the 1,450ft-tall building costs only $30.

Further information on the study can be found at the following website: www.omio.com/c/worlds-best-budget-views

Contact Information:

Janie Steinke

[email protected]

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TAG Cyber: AI Will Be the End of Cybersecurity (As We Know It)

TAG Cyber: AI Will Be the End of Cybersecurity (As We Know It)

TAG Cyber’s Security Annual 2023 Q2 Edition Is Now Available for Free Download

TAG Cyber, a leading cybersecurity research and advisory firm, announced the release of its 2023 Q2 edition of the TAG Cyber Security Annual, which focuses on the theme of Artificial Intelligence (AI). The edition features an eye-opening cover statement that declares “AI will be the end of cybersecurity (as we know it),” a position taken by Dr. Edward Amoroso, the founder and CEO of TAG Cyber.

The publication’s feature article, written by Dr. Amoroso, delves into the potential impact of AI on the cybersecurity landscape, highlighting how AI-driven cyberattacks and AI-assisted defensive techniques will soon become the new norm.

In addition to Dr. Amoroso’s article, the TAG Cyber Security Annual’s 2023 Q2 edition features several other thought-provoking pieces, including a deep-dive into a NIST framework that Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) will want to study. The edition also provides an update on the status of legislation that addresses AI dangers, along with an exploration of the challenges and opportunities of making the most of AI in smart cities and automated vehicles.

Moreover, the edition addresses the critical question of how humans will work side by side with AI in the uncertain future, exploring the challenges and opportunities of integrating AI into the workforce. The publication’s contributors are seasoned industry experts who share their perspectives, expertise, and advice on the topic of AI in cybersecurity.

According to Dr. Amoroso, “AI is set to disrupt the cybersecurity industry in a big way, and organizations must be prepared to deal with the inevitable. Our 2023 Q2 edition of the TAG Cyber Security Annual provides valuable insights into how AI is changing the game for cybersecurity professionals.”

The TAG Cyber Security Annual’s 2023 Q2 edition is available for free download. The publication is a valuable resource for cybersecurity professionals, business executives, and policymakers seeking to stay informed about the latest trends and developments in the cybersecurity space.

About TAG Cyber 
TAG Cyber is a cybersecurity research and advisory firm providing expert guidance on all things cybersecurity. With a focus on practical, actionable insights, TAG Cyber helps organizations of all sizes to protect their data and assets from cyber threats. TAG Cyber’s research is widely respected and relied upon by leading companies, government agencies, and academic institutions.

Contact Information:

Lester Goodman

Director of Content, TAG Cyber

[email protected]

914.588.1369

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