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NEWSLETTER – AUGUST 2014
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ASHLEY BONGIOVANNI
Lady luck? Rory McIlroy had no problem winning the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational by two strokes, thanks to our Mancave Babe Ashley Bongiovanni’s presence at this game. Great timing by CBS cameramen capturing this moment. Here’s the video…
What a Babe! Look for her feature in our upcoming Issue of Mancave Playbabes Magazine!
Photo by Ben Wagner
Ashley’s interview on FOX:
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MANCAVE BABE: MELANIE
MELANIE
Photo by: Jaime Ashley
What a babe! Melanie is featured in our May/June – 2014 issue.
To buy May/June 2014 issue, click on Cover——->
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MANCAVE BABE: KATIE
KATIE
Photos by: Ben Wagner Photography
Gorgeous babe Katie is featured in our January/February – 2015 Issue.
To buy this issue , click on Cover ——->
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MANCAVE BABE: AMBER SHONTS
AMBER SHONTS
Photography by : Eric Snyder
Absolutely gorgeous! Amber is featured in our January/February – 2015 Issue.
To buy this issue click on cover—->
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MANCAVE BABE: RAISSA
RAISSA
Photo by: Chris Ramirez
Model and a singer from Costa Rica, Raissa has a stunning body and bubbly personality which will conquer your heart.
Her voice, charisma and impressive sensuality makes this model a pleasure to see and listen.
“I enjoy sharing moments with people. In the world of modeling and music you have the chance to see new places and make new friendships”
Raissa is featured in November/December 2014 issue of Mancave Playbabes. To download, subscribe, order print on demand of this issue please click here->
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MANCAVE BABE: KIRSTIE
KIRSTIE
Photography by : Jamie Saveal
Hi, I’m Kirstie and I’m 25 years old.
In my younger days I was a competitive cheerleader for Memphis Elite and my team earned several national titles.
I love standing in front of the camera and exploring new poses, outfits, and concepts.
Come check out my feature in Mancave Playbabes – May/June Issue of 2015…click on this cover:
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HAPPY 4TH OF JULY
MORGAN WELDON
photography by Paul Lowell
NICOLE WARTENBERG
photography by Richard Pereira
KRISTA LANE
photography by Paul Lowell
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SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2015 ISSUE
Our next issue release is just around the corner, stay tuned for announcement! Here’s a preview of our Mancave Babes from this Issue and Kelly’s video! look for her great feature.
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Album Review: The Como Brothers Create a Spark with Imagination
The Como Brothers Band are a singer/songwriter duo with a new EP titled Imagination. Produced by Graham Marsh (Bruno Mars, CeeLo Green) the album mixes blues and rock with a steady pop sound.
REVIEW:
The album starts with “Good Enough For Me”, a crisp pop song that fits in with today’s heavy Ed Sheeran vibe that plays well on the radio. Personally, I enjoy the lyrics “Taking in the sunset before it crashes to the ground”, obviously I can appreciate beauty mixed with destruction. “Tell You I’m Fine” is poetic, makes me feel like someone is walking next to me telling me a story they are really excited to share. “Chemicals” is more of the same pop that The Como Brothers Band does very well, just slower and stripped down.
The Como Brothers keep it simple, which can be challenging. The good news is they clearly succeed in delivering good rock mixed with pop and blues on Imagination.
“Make My Heart Move” is their love song (I think) that’s a mellow Tom Petty type diddy. You know, when Petty is three joints in…that mellow. The EP closes with a special bonus treat, “Bold As Love”, a really bluesy number that was so catchy I immediately had to give it another listen.
BAND:
The Como Brothers Band
ALBUM:
Imagination, August 2015
TRACKLISTING:
- Good Enough For Me
- Tell You I’m Fine
- Chemicals
- Make My Heart Move
- Imagination
- Bold As Love
WEBSITES:
The Como Brothers Band
Twitter
Instagram
Facebook
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Five Hundredth Year Rises From The Ashes
Five Hundredth Year is a metal band on a mission (probably not from God). They have drawn comparisons to Five Finger Death Punch and already opened for big metal bands such as GWAR and Mushroomhead. They have been hitting to 2015 festival circuit (Chill on the Hill, Dirtfest and Carnival of Chaos), all of this despite being only a two year-old band. They have recently released a new EP titled A Rose From Ashes.
REVIEW:
“Blame” is the first track and is really the perfect first track for the EP. This song has a lot of rage and energy, and then slows, giving you a chance to take a breath. Despite this balance don’t be fooled, this is in-your-face metal. Track two, “Awaken In Silence” has metal radio play written all over it. After one listen I couldn’t get the “Feeling six feet under…” lyrics out of my head. I think that is a good thing… “Stand Up” is more of a straight up rocker with amazing drumming and “Breaking Point” delivers up to its track name – heavy with a good pace.
What can take bands years…Five Hundredth Year has already figured out. They know the type of music they want to make and lucky for them, they are pretty damn good at it.
The unbelievable drumming continues of “Violent Descent” which has a little more death metal vibe and then “Reflection” keeps the album strong with killer vocals and great range. “Talking Body” is a cover, but it also boasts “explicit material” which makes this even better. The content is very sexual, but if you’ve made it this far in the album, I’m sure you will be pretty cool with it and won’t be disappointed with this epic closer.
TRACKLISTING:
- Blame
- Awaken In Silence
- Stand Up
- Breaking Point
- Violent Descent
- Reflection
- Talking Body
Five Hundredth Year Facebook
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Album Review: Phil Collen Takes a Break From Def Leppard and Goes Delta Deep
REVIEW:
Delta Deep is Phil Collen’s side project that includes Rob DeLeo of Stone Temple Pilots. The mission statement is simple: create blues music that people will appreciate. This isn’t your average super group mailing it in based on name alone. The music is better than solid and the blues are deep, Delta Deep. Sorry, I couldn’t resist.
It doesn’t take long to get the flavor of the album, kicking off with “Bang The Lid”, a more rocking tune you’d expect from these musicians. The surprise is what follows; starting with “Whiskey”, the blues groove, lyrics and swagger is strong. Mix in Debbie Blackwell’s vocals and you’ve got some serious music brewing here.
Delta Deep may have started as a side project, but this group needs to keep singing the blues.
The album continues with strong guitars on “Down In the Delta” and a pop-infused “Treat Me Like A Lady.” For rock fans there are a few of those here as well such as the first track and “Feel It”, but the best is when this group gets down to the blues with “Mistreated” and “Black Coffee.” I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again, I believe this band has struck a nerve here and any fan of blues music will appreciate the debut album from Delta Deep.
BAND:
Phil Collen: Guitar, Lead Vocals
Robert DeLeo: Bass
Forrest Robinson: Drums
Debbi Blackwell-Cook- Lead Vocals
TRACK LISTING:
- Bang The Lid
2. Whiskey
3. Down In The Delta
4. Treat Her Like Candy
5. Miss Me
6. Burnt Sally
7. Private Number
8. Shuffle Sweet
9. Black Coffee
10. Feelit
11. Mistreated
LINKS:
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Album Review: Andy Evans’ Flawless Miracle
REVIEW:
When I first heard of Andy Evans the comparison was Ryan Adams, the hot-shot-pop-rock star of the moment. No offense to Adams, but not really my cup of tea. There is a reason why the phrase “don’t judge a book by its cover” still applies today. Andy Evans is no Ryan Adams; I enjoyed Evans music much more.
Diving right into the tracks of his album, Miracle, we begin with “Miracle”, a simple love song. The song is simple, in a good way in that the tune is catchy and somehow the lyrics, despite being simplistic are real and unique, all in a good way. Hey, it worked for The Beatles (they weren’t so bad), and it works for Evans. Sometimes I like to guess what a song is about by the title and “45” didn’t disappoint. It’s about a gun, but not what you think, it’s the gun his dad left him as a gift after he passed away. I don’t want to get all “Cats In The Cradle” here, but it hit a nerve. Let’s talk about Evan’s voice. It’s deep. A perfect place to start is listening to “Lesson Learned” a slow tune that showcases his Eddie Vedderesque vocals with a sound that is forcefully suppressed, resulting in a built up emotion for the listener, at least it did for me.
Evan’s album is an eclectic group of songs that together work to tell a powerful story. The writing is impeccable and the delivery is flawless.
“Shape of Love” has a hint of roaring twenties swing and “Judas” is a gloomy, purposely distorted sounding rocker. “I Wish She Was Mine” goes back to what Evans does so well, and that’s tell a real story where he doesn’t mince words, poetry mixed with a pleasant sound. The album ends with “Make It” a long tune that only puts an explanation point on the fact that Evans is an artist that doesn’t play by the rules!
TRACKLISTING:
- Intro
- Miracle
- 45
- Lesson Learned
- Shape of Love
- Judas
- I Wish She Was Mine
- Elemental
- Make It
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DAVID MECEY’S ULTIMATE PHOTO WORKSHOP – GERMANY 2016
David Mecey
P H O T O G R A P H E R
You will fly into Frankfurt, Germany to arrive on Saturday, June 4th (this is a MUST due to our hotel arrangements and local travel) where you will spend your first night. The next morning you will be picked up by our crew and shuttled to our main hotel for the rest of the tour, Hotel Friends, in picturesque Bendorf, Germany. That same day will be your first shooting experience with our four models along with David and crew.
The locations we’ve arranged are beyond spectacular and amazing. The castles or fortresses date back as far as the 1500s and the houses along the streets for some of our shoots the early 1600s. You will literally be propelled back in time while having David and crew helping you achieve masterful photographs during your week in Germany’s Rhein-Mosel region of the country.
As with all of David’s workshops only the best makeup & hair artists will be utilized along with four beautiful models. Mark you calendar for departing the USA on June 3rd to arrive in Frankfurt, Germany on June 4th, then depart on Saturday June 11th. This will be a workshop unlike any you’ve ever experienced!
Join David, his crew, his four beautiful models for a seven day adventure in Germany
June 4 – 11, 2016.
Experience an intense seven-day immersion in on-location model photography at incredible sites in and around Koblenz, Germany. Limited to just 16 participants, these lucky few will be transported to spectacular shooting locations at ancient castles, historic fortresses, magical street scenes and other intimate settings found only in the Rhein/Mosel River region of Germany. We will also shoot at one of the world’s largest natural light studios and the most famous racetrack in the world, the Nurburgring!
This remarkable workshop will be unprecedented in scope and size and will allow 16 people the opportunity to work extensively with David and four beautiful models throughout the week. From indoor shooting with Dynalite strobes to on-location shoots using Sunbounce reflectors and natural light. This will be an unforgettable once-in-a-lifetime photo shoot.
As with all of David’s Ultimate Photo Workshops, besides the beautiful models there will be the best hair & makeup people in the business. Not to mention top assistants and pros to help you get The Shot.
The workshop is not inexpensive, but you will be getting an incredible value for the price: an all-inclusive workshop with David (along with special guest instructors), beautiful models, professional lighting equipment and spectacular, virtually unobtainable location access. Your only other expense is your plane ticket. You must fly into Frankfurt, Germany. Once in Germany, ALL local travel, accommodations and meals are included in your fee.
Right now, David is offering a very special Early-Bird rate. Make a deposit of $1000 to hold your place, then pay the balance in three monthly, or, bi-monthly installments. You must pay the balance in three monthly, or, bi-monthly installments. (The balance must be due by Oct 15, 2015 or you forfeit your place. A refund of installments paid will be made but your deposit is forfeited plus a 4% administrative fee will be applied)
Once we have received 16 deposits registration will be closed. So place your deposit early, dust off your passport, grab your camera and be a part of a magical mystery tour of Germany’s Rhein/Mosel River region in David Mecey’s Ultimate Photo Workshop, World Tour.
The cost is more but we will be offering more to you. The Devil’s in the details as they
say:
Included in Our Seven Day Workshop is:
Demonstrations and instruction by David Mecey and guest instructors
ALL meals, lodging, and local transportation are included
Professional Hair & Makeup
All lighting and grip equipment furnished
Four Beautiful Models
Incredible Locations in the Rhine/Mosel River Region of Germany
All for $4895, all inclusive (AIRFARE NOT INCLUDED)
Make a deposit of $2179.00 to hold your place and pay the other half by the end of February, 2016
Once all our attendees have registered they will receive information about the program a week prior to their actual workshop. This will include a daily schedule, curriculum and contact information for our crew and David.
**DUE TO ENORMOUS LOGISTICS IN THE PRODUCTION OF THIS WORKSHOP, THOSE NOT PAID IN FULL BY NOV 1, 2015, WILL FORFEIT THEIR DEPOSIT. ANY INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS MADE WILL BE REFUNDED MINUS A 4% ADMINISTRATIVE FEE.
We are very excited and looking forward to having you at
David Mecey’s Ultimate Photo Workshop™.
For questions regarding billing or additional workshop information please
Once all our attendees have registered they will receive information about the program a week prior to their actual workshop. This will include a daily schedule, curriculum and contact information for our crew and David.
We are very excited and looking forward to having you at
David Mecey’s Ultimate Photo Workshop™.
As always, we limit the number of attendees so sign up now!
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MANCAVE BABE: KIRSTIE
KIRSTIE
Photography by : Jamie Saveal
Hi, I’m Kirstie and I’m 25 years old.
In my younger days I was a competitive cheerleader for Memphis Elite and my team earned several national titles.
I love standing in front of the camera and exploring new poses, outfits, and concepts.
Come check out my feature in Mancave Playbabes – May/June Issue of 2015…click on this cover:
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HAPPY 4TH OF JULY
MORGAN WELDON
photography by Paul Lowell
NICOLE WARTENBERG
photography by Richard Pereira
KRISTA LANE
photography by Paul Lowell
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SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2015 ISSUE
Kelly Santiago: Playbabe of the month! what a sexy babe!
Cover feature photographed by Adam King
Print on demand: http://goo.gl/Rnk5eL
Digital downloads & Subscriptions: http://goo.gl/t1Gvw9
Here’s a preview of our Mancave Babes from this Issue and Kelly’s video! look for her great feature.
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Album Review: The Como Brothers Create a Spark with Imagination
The Como Brothers Band are a singer/songwriter duo with a new EP titled Imagination. Produced by Graham Marsh (Bruno Mars, CeeLo Green) the album mixes blues and rock with a steady pop sound.
REVIEW:
The album starts with “Good Enough For Me”, a crisp pop song that fits in with today’s heavy Ed Sheeran vibe that plays well on the radio. Personally, I enjoy the lyrics “Taking in the sunset before it crashes to the ground”, obviously I can appreciate beauty mixed with destruction. “Tell You I’m Fine” is poetic, makes me feel like someone is walking next to me telling me a story they are really excited to share. “Chemicals” is more of the same pop that The Como Brothers Band does very well, just slower and stripped down.
The Como Brothers keep it simple, which can be challenging. The good news is they clearly succeed in delivering good rock mixed with pop and blues on Imagination.
“Make My Heart Move” is their love song (I think) that’s a mellow Tom Petty type diddy. You know, when Petty is three joints in…that mellow. The EP closes with a special bonus treat, “Bold As Love”, a really bluesy number that was so catchy I immediately had to give it another listen.
BAND:
The Como Brothers Band
ALBUM:
Imagination, August 2015
TRACKLISTING:
- Good Enough For Me
- Tell You I’m Fine
- Chemicals
- Make My Heart Move
- Imagination
- Bold As Love
WEBSITES:
The Como Brothers Band
Twitter
Instagram
Facebook
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Five Hundredth Year Rises From The Ashes
Five Hundredth Year is a metal band on a mission (probably not from God). They have drawn comparisons to Five Finger Death Punch and already opened for big metal bands such as GWAR and Mushroomhead. They have been hitting to 2015 festival circuit (Chill on the Hill, Dirtfest and Carnival of Chaos), all of this despite being only a two year-old band. They have recently released a new EP titled A Rose From Ashes.
REVIEW:
“Blame” is the first track and is really the perfect first track for the EP. This song has a lot of rage and energy, and then slows, giving you a chance to take a breath. Despite this balance don’t be fooled, this is in-your-face metal. Track two, “Awaken In Silence” has metal radio play written all over it. After one listen I couldn’t get the “Feeling six feet under…” lyrics out of my head. I think that is a good thing… “Stand Up” is more of a straight up rocker with amazing drumming and “Breaking Point” delivers up to its track name – heavy with a good pace.
What can take bands years…Five Hundredth Year has already figured out. They know the type of music they want to make and lucky for them, they are pretty damn good at it.
The unbelievable drumming continues of “Violent Descent” which has a little more death metal vibe and then “Reflection” keeps the album strong with killer vocals and great range. “Talking Body” is a cover, but it also boasts “explicit material” which makes this even better. The content is very sexual, but if you’ve made it this far in the album, I’m sure you will be pretty cool with it and won’t be disappointed with this epic closer.
TRACKLISTING:
- Blame
- Awaken In Silence
- Stand Up
- Breaking Point
- Violent Descent
- Reflection
- Talking Body
Five Hundredth Year Facebook
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Album Review: Phil Collen Takes a Break From Def Leppard and Goes Delta Deep
REVIEW:
Delta Deep is Phil Collen’s side project that includes Rob DeLeo of Stone Temple Pilots. The mission statement is simple: create blues music that people will appreciate. This isn’t your average super group mailing it in based on name alone. The music is better than solid and the blues are deep, Delta Deep. Sorry, I couldn’t resist.
It doesn’t take long to get the flavor of the album, kicking off with “Bang The Lid”, a more rocking tune you’d expect from these musicians. The surprise is what follows; starting with “Whiskey”, the blues groove, lyrics and swagger is strong. Mix in Debbie Blackwell’s vocals and you’ve got some serious music brewing here.
Delta Deep may have started as a side project, but this group needs to keep singing the blues.
The album continues with strong guitars on “Down In the Delta” and a pop-infused “Treat Me Like A Lady.” For rock fans there are a few of those here as well such as the first track and “Feel It”, but the best is when this group gets down to the blues with “Mistreated” and “Black Coffee.” I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again, I believe this band has struck a nerve here and any fan of blues music will appreciate the debut album from Delta Deep.
BAND:
Phil Collen: Guitar, Lead Vocals
Robert DeLeo: Bass
Forrest Robinson: Drums
Debbi Blackwell-Cook- Lead Vocals
TRACK LISTING:
- Bang The Lid
2. Whiskey
3. Down In The Delta
4. Treat Her Like Candy
5. Miss Me
6. Burnt Sally
7. Private Number
8. Shuffle Sweet
9. Black Coffee
10. Feelit
11. Mistreated
LINKS:
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