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blueberrybirdsworld · 2 months ago

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Collision 7/20

Summary:

Lando always had a type : blonde, models, not ready to settle down. Yet once he met her, all his world is changed and he slowly start to realises maybe he was wrong all this time.

It's a prequel story of The Cat Distribution System, on how Lando Norris fall in love with Ariana. Could be read seperatly.

Pairing : lando norris x original female character

Genre : SMAU, Fluff, slow burn, enventual smut and angst

Warning : none

CHAPTER 7 : SMAU

Serie Masterlist

@landonorris

New favorite things lately

@maxfewtrell: who are you and what have you done with my mate 😭

@carlossainz55: Books? Flowers? Museums? You’re gonna start painting next mate

@oscarpiastri: i blinked and now you're a literature student

@mclaren: New hobbies unlocked during winter break

@sunshineandoil: since WHEN is he walking around London being all ✨poetic✨

@curlylando: the HAIR. the BOOKS. the VIBES. i’m not surviving this softboy lando era

@bloominglando: “new favorite things” LANDO WHO IS SHEEEE 😭

@user4: Is he secretly dating a literature major or 😭?

@user5: 'New favorite things' WHO is your muse sir 🤨

@thelanverse: lowkey convinced he’s been hanging out with a secret girlfriend who likes museums 🧐

@chaoticgoodlando: not to be dramatic but this is my roman empire now

@user6: i miss the chaotic gremlin content but also i am obsessed with this vibe

@daydreamdriver: can he drop the playlist he’s clearly been listening to, we need answers

@arianariverriaTaking my time lately

@pietra; you look like you walked straight out of a Monet painting 💌✨

@cloudsfortea: the coziest life ever omg

@balletslippersoul: you’re literally living in a cottagecore dream right now

@violetmuse: someone cast her in a period drama immediately

@sleepywhiskers: the kitten sleeping like that?? i’m sobbing???

@littlebloombooks: can we get an apartment tour pls i’m begging 🙏

@filmcameradreams: your days off look like the intro of the most beautiful movie

@sweetbreadsunday: i just know her baguettes taste better because of ✨aesthetic✨ reasons

@pinkribbonsoul: you with a bow in your hair >>> healing content

@f1dailytea Spotted: Lando Norris at the National Gallery in London earlier today… and he wasn’t alone. Fans on-site say he was walking around with a girl — but no clear photos yet.

👀 @arianariverria also posted about the National Gallery just hours earlier... Plus, the internet is noticing their latest posts have suspiciously similar cozy/artsy vibes. And remember: Lando was also seen attending a performance at the Royal Opera House last week, where Ariana just happens to be the lead ballerina... coincidence ? 🕵️‍♀️

@f1lanfan: wait isn't Ariana the ballerina girl?? She posted from the SAME museum?? If they are trying to keep it a secret they are terrible at it, must be PR

@softlander: why does I don't see Lando as the type of guy to pick flower for a girl and take her to a museum date ??

@landofthegrid: NO WAY he’s dating her. she's way too "soft girl aesthetic" for him 😭

@mclarensunshine: why does this smell like PR tho??? like trying to fix the party boy image?

@formula1tea: remember when he was seen at the Opera?? where she dances?? yeah no this isn’t random.

@curlylando: i actually think they’re cute if it’s real 🥲 leave him alone pls

@balletboyfail: he’s not into artsy girls lmao his type is influencers and party girls, y’all are reaching

@daydreamsatrose: if this is PR it’s the weirdest move ever lol imagine paying a ballerina to soft-launch

@racetrackrivalries: im sorry but after years of clubbing pics we’re supposed to believe he’s reading poetry now? bye.

@starrynorris: IF it's true... good for him tbh?? growth era maybe??

@ariandart: imagine the chaos if it's real and they've been hiding it for months 🤡

@gridgossip: since when does Lando even GO to museums lmao this feels so fake.

@queenofdrama: went to look at her Insta — she’s NOT his type at ALL 😭 girl looks like she reads poetry by candlelight.

@pitstopchaos: y’all are delulu if you think he gave up yacht parties for some ballet dancer girl 💀

Texts messages : Pietra and Ariana

Ariana: pietra are you awake

Pietra: hi love yeah what’s going on?

Ariana: have you seen it the gossip pages

Pietra: i did i was just about to text you are you okay?

Ariana: no not really they’re tagging me and the comments are horrible

Pietra: babe you can’t listen to them they don’t know anything

Ariana: but what if they’re right what if i’m not his type at all ?

Pietra: ariana stop you’re exactly the kind of person lando needs

Ariana: but what is his usual type? be honest

Pietra: honestly? he’s dated a few party girls influencer types loud, flashy but that doesn’t mean that’s what makes him happy

Ariana: i’m not like that i’m... quiet, i like museums and books and staying home i’m boring compared to what he’s used to

Pietra: no you’re not you’re real, you listen you see things that most people miss lando’s not with you because he wants the same as before he’s with you because you make him feel different

Ariana: but what if i’m just a distraction, something sweet until he gets bored

Pietra: ariana lando’s not like that not when it’s real and it’s real with you i've never seen him like this, he is glowing

Ariana: but what if i’m just a phase what if he wakes up one day and realizes he wants someone flashier again someone who fits his world better

Pietra: then that’s on him, not you you deserve someone who chooses you every day and honestly? i think he’s already started to

Ariana: i’m scared

Pietra: i know it’s scary to be cared for and even scarier to care back but you’re not alone in this lando isn’t letting you go that easily, i promise

Ariana: thank you i’m sorry for dumping all this on you

Pietra: never apologize for feeling things especially when you’re feeling real things

Texts messages : Pietra and Lando

Pietra: you awake?

Lando: sort of what’s up?

Pietra: we need to talk about ariana

Lando: what happened?? is she okay??

Pietra: she’s freaking out about the gossip and the comments about you

Lando: shit i knew it would get to her fuck what do i do??

Pietra: breathe listen she’s scared people are making her doubt herself, making her feel like she’s not enough for you

Lando: WHAT no no no she’s more than enough she’s everything

Pietra: then you need to show her that not just say it make her feel like it’s real

Lando: i thought i was i’m trying

Pietra: lando you’re doing your best but this is new for her your world is loud and fast and big, she’s terrified she doesn’t fit in it

Lando: but i want her in it i want her in every part of it

Pietra: then you have to let her know

Lando: what if she doesn’t want that what if she gets tired of it of me

Pietra: god you’re so blind sometimes

Lando: excuse me??

Pietra: she likes you, lando so much but she’s just scared she’s cautious because it matters if she didn’t care, she wouldn’t be panicking

Lando: i just i don't want to scare her off i don’t want to mess this up

Pietra: you’re not going to you just have to be patient show her she’s welcome in your world that she belongs there

Lando: i don’t want her to ever doubt it not even for a second

Pietra: then prove it, lando start now

Taglist : @angelluv16, @httpsxnox, @anunstablefangirl, @chocolatemagazinecupcake, @mayax2o07, @freyathehuntress, @verogonewild, @esw1012, @lilyofthevalley-09, @its-me-frankie

Let me know if you wanted to be added to the taglist !

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delicateperspective · 3 months ago

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McDon't Rollout Timeline

Here, let's simplify the timeline for those of you having a hard time staying caught up with the tug-of-war that appears to be going on. I'll keep my analysis to a minimum and let the facts speak for themselves, but I doooooooo have thoughts on these "coincidences." 👀

December 2024

December 21st, 2024

Louis randomly checks in on us on Twitter. No chat. Just: "Hope everyone’s doing alright! Have a good day"

December 25th, 2024

Sam and Zara spend Christmas separately, but Zara shows off gifts between the two of them on social media.

Zara reposts a TikTok saying: "When you still go to your own family Christmases" (implying they were only apart because they chose to spend Christmas with their separate families).

December 31st, 2024

Louis does a pub crawl in Doncaster wearing a Pleasures cardigan that says: "What happened to you? What happened to me? Pleasures is pain."

The tag for the cardigan says: "I can't have the one that I want."

Articles come out about Zara and Sam officially being over. Her "friends" say: "Things have been tricky for her the past 18 months."

January 2025

Sometime in January

The celebrity scout responsible for connecting Zara to Strictly Come Dancing is hired as the scout for SoccerAid.

January 4th, 2025

Tabloid articles report Zara spending NYE in Paris. Sources say: "She just wants to try to focus on work and get herself together."

January 13th, 2025 (approximately)

Harry is spotted in Germany.

January 21st, 2025

Jade Thirlwall (PR by Simon Jones) says on a podcast that Harry ghosted her after a date back in 2010.

January 28th, 2025

Louis tweets: "Hope everyone’s doing alright!" and "Big year incoming!"

January 29th, 2025

Louis attends Zayn's LA show and leaves with him.

January 30th, 2025

Despite multiple rumors and the event showcasing nearly everyone on the A*off roster, Harry does not attend FireAid.

January 31st, 2025

Walls 5th anniversary promo from Sony. However, merch is distributed through LT Merch.

February 2025

February 1st and 3rd, 2025

Harry is in Rome with Alessandro for his birthday. Rumors swirl about him and a woman with long brunette hair.

February 1st–27th, 2025

Zara is filming in Thailand.

February 3rd, 2025

Louis re-uploads Two of Us Acoustic to his YouTube but leaves off the Sony/Syco copyright.

The original version stays listed.

February 6th, 2025

Louis is in New Orleans for the Super Bowl. He goes to bars wearing a German football club jersey and posts a picture of a dartboard.

On the same day, Pleasing posts their Valentine’s Day Instagram reel featuring darts and two fish named Romeo and Julio.

February 7th, 2025

For a Super Bowl pre-party, Louis wears an "Endless Runner" shirt.

February 8th–9th, 2025

Harry is back in Berlin.

February 9th, 2025

Louis attends the Super Bowl (possibly as an ambassador for NFL UK).

February 15th, 2025

A user discovers Louis’ profile on Raya (a dating app for celebrities and influencers). This makes the tabloids.

February 18th, 2025

Louis follows Zara on Instagram.

February 26th, 2025

Articles emerge about Harry’s companies being behind in tax filings. (Note: As of this post, they are still behind, but the strike has been removed. It is normal and nothing to panic over.)

February 27th, 2025

Zara wraps filming in Thailand.

An article drops claiming that Harry’s team told him not to associate with the band. "A source told The Sun: 'Thousands of hours of blood, sweat and tears have gone into making Harry a superstar and he has spent a decade getting to a place of respect and legitimacy in the music business. He has won awards and hit new heights away from the band. Any return would be a major step back. Harry knows it already but his team have been very clear that it would be a bad idea at any point in the foreseeable future.'"

February 28th, 2025

Louis tweets 28 and hosts a launch party for the latest 28 drop.

This drop is handled much differently than previous ones:

Tons of PR around it.

A physical launch.

Journalists are invited to attend.

Interviews are done.

Louis finally admits that he remembers his tattoos were obtained to mark specific memories.

He also says clothes hold memories and likens them to his tattoos.

Dirty Blonde plays a set.

March 1st, 2025

Zara attends the Brits. Louis likes her photo.

Articles emerge about Zara being "cozied up" with Lucien Laviscount.

Louis announces a surprise pop-up show on March 6th with Dirty Blonde as the opening act. The show will support Music Venue Trust.

March 1st–4th, 2025

Harry runs the Tokyo Marathon! He is later pictured in Tokyo with friends.

March 4th, 2025

Harry is announced to be taking part in Live Odyssey to support Music Venue Trust.

March 6th, 2025

Zara appears on Loose Women to discuss her documentary.

Harry returns to London and is photographed in Soho just hours before Louis' show.

Louis performs the pop-up show in Brixton.

March 7th, 2025

Louis flies to India.

Articles begin swirling about Harry being in talks to perform a residency at The Sphere.

March 8th, 2025

Zara and Harry are seen in the same box at the Sabrina Carpenter concert at the O2 in London (with Rchel Chnouriri).

Louis likes R*chel's Instagram post about the concert.

March 9th, 2025

Louis is photographed wearing a Yohji Yamamoto x NEIGHBORHOOD T-Shirt (a piece from the WILDSIDE Yohji Yamamoto store, designed by Kunichi Nomura) and Dries Van Noten Printed Swim Shorts during an interview.

He comments that he sees everything online from a "bird's eye view."

Zara joins the live stream of a well-known Larrie.

March 10th, 2025

Tabloid articles claim fans suspect Zara and Louis are dating.

Note: All quotes are pulled from a Larry subreddit. No other sources or information online connect the two at this point.

Louis and Sam are both announced as participants in Soccer Aid.

March 11th, 2025

Tabloids speculate about a possible Soccer Aid rivalry between Sam and Louis, based entirely on the Reddit theory article about Zara and Louis.

Articles note Louis and Zara liking each other's photos on Instagram.

Harry is seen in Rome.

(I don’t blame you, babes. Get out of town during all this. Go to some art shows with your friends and let it die down before you come home.)

March 12th, 2025

Articles claim Zara purchased a new house in the same neighborhood as Sam.

The London Standard releases an article about Louis' February 28th 28 fashion drop.

The fashion brand is ridiculed, Louis is painted in a bad light, and the journalist includes quote that will later be circulated by every single media outlet possible: "I am told sternly before we sit down to, please, forgo any questions on the topic. ‘The Sun has been running a story that the boys are going to reunite at the Brits for Liam,’ a PR manager tells me. ‘Louis just despairs. He could never get up there and sing as part of the band after what has happened.’ One Direction did not perform during the awards, which took place the night after our interview."

March 13th, 2025

Harry's team denies the Sphere residency rumors.

March 16th, 2025

Articles somehow link Harry and Taylor S*ift again.

March 17th, 2025

Articles surface about Harry "not being over" Oivia Wide.

Sam appears on a podcast and makes comments seemingly shading Zara: "A lot of people look for validation in other people and they look for the next person instantly . . . It's like, 'I need to find someone else to fill that hole and I need to find that excitement.'"

Late that night, The Sun releases a paid article with three blurry photos of Zara and Louis at a restaurant.

The article claims Louis took time to take photos with fans, but no fan photos have been released.

The photos appear to have been taken from outside, peering through a window by the rubbish bins.

Fans point out several inconsistencies:

For a millionaire, the date seems cheap.

For someone who values privacy and can stay completely off the radar for months, it’s strange to be photographed.

Zara was just seen "loved up" with someone else at the Brits.

March 18th, 2025 (This was a big news day, so buckle up!)

The Daily Mail picks up the restaurant story and finds a "source" to address fans' doubts: "They have only been together a short time, but they clearly get on really well and are enjoying one another's company. They didn't want it to come out this soon – and didn't think it would. Louis made sure they went somewhere understated in the hope that they wouldn't be seen. He is an expert [at staying anonymous], and has been photographed relentlessly since he was a teenager."

Additional articles include:

A source close to Zara says about Sam: "He's a loose cannon, as we saw with his comments so soon after Zara's relationship was made public. It's really quite pathetic of him. It feels like it always has to be about him." "Zara put a lot into her relationship with Sam: she did everything she could to make it work for five years, but in the end, she just couldn't."

Information claiming Zara and Louis have been dating for "two and a half weeks" (putting the start of their relationship around March 1st).

A "former colleague" of Louis says: "This is so lovely for Louis. Liam dying really hit him hard. He was still close to him, so that was a very difficult time. Louis thought of Liam as a brother, and the circumstances around his death were just awful." "Louis has had an unfair amount of grief to deal with – so those around him have been really hoping he would find someone to settle down with. It's great that Zara understands fame like he does. Watch this space." (Note: "Watch this space" is a call to action, hinting at more stories from The Sun.)

Articles reissue claims that Zara's new house is a "love nest."

Direct quotes: "She bought it two weeks ago under her company name. It’s a two-bed flat in a nice area and, weirdly, not that far from where she lived with Sam." "Earlier this month, Zara set tongues wagging with Lucien Laviscount after they were spotted getting cozy at the BRIT Awards."

An article about Sam holding "no hard feelings toward Louis" drops: "When he meets Louis at Soccer Aid, he'll treat him like any other teammate. There's no bad blood," the source added.

An article claims Zara wants to become a pop star and is "using Louis to do so." "Her true passion—music—has taken a back seat." "A relationship with Louis would allow her to submerge herself into music and let her focus on her passion that she has neglected in recent years."

A note on this article. This is the first and only one to name the man Zara cheated on Sam with. "Formerly an International A&R Manager for Cowell’s label Syco, Zara’s ill-judged tryst with Fouradi hinted at her desire to fall for the bright lights and trappings of the music biz." (Note: I don't want to have to put this here but it's important. Fouradi is the X-Factor exec who SA'ed Katie Waisel in 2010.)

Articles about Louis insulting Love Island in the past start circulating.

The Daily Mail headline reads: "Louis Tomlinson reveals REAL feelings about Zara McDermott amid dating rumors"

The article focuses entirely on how Louis has expressed disdain for Love Island.

March 19th, 2025

Articles about Zara’s "glow-up," plastic surgery, and health journey start circulating.

The Daily Mail posts another article using only Reddit quotes about Zara being both a stunt and a Brexit supporter.

Quotes include: "I think it’s genuine" "Who knows, maybe Zara is his perfect partner."

Zara posts a video playing with her friend’s child.

Articles surface about Sam being back on dating apps after allegedly being blindsided by Zara’s romance.

March 20th, 2025

The Senior Editor of The Sun’s Bizarre (celebrity) column begins arguing with Larries on Twitter unprompted.

Without being tagged or contacted, he defends Zara and Louis, claiming: "Speculating about people’s sexuality can be harmful, and Zara and Louis are dating."

He likes a tweet that says: "As someone yawning with this whole charade, please know my DMs are open if anyone (especially newer Larries, but anyone really) is upset or freaking out."

An article is released claiming Sam’s sister Louise once went on a date with Niall and spent the night at Louis’ home.

A full article about One Direction "affairs" is published, including the alleged connection between Sam’s sister and Niall.

A previously released article from December resurfaces, claiming Zara (or her business) is now a millionaire.

March 21st, 2025

The Sun runs an article saying Zara and Sam have gained thousands of followers since the dating rumors, while Louis has lost 80k followers.

Another article claims Zara and Sam’s friends are "taking sides."

Yet another article speculates about a "rivalry" between Sam and Louis.

March 22nd, 2025

The Sun publishes an article about a reporter receiving death threats from One Direction fans.

No new information is provided—it’s an old story being resurfaced for no apparent reason.

March 23rd, 2025

The Sun runs two articles:

One about Sam’s "boys’ trip."

Another about Zara walking to the gym.

Both heavily reference her rumored date with Louis and how hard Sam is taking the breakup.

The Sun makes an error in an article, claiming Zara had "met Louis’ parents."

(Note: Louis’ mother passed in 2016, and his father is not in his life.)

The article is quickly corrected to say she met his "family": "Zara has already met all the family, and they can tell that she has made Louis giddy. It's the first time in a long time that they have seen him happy."

The source adds: "They think Zara is super wholesome and health-conscious, so they are happy he is with someone who shuns the party life." (Note: Over the past few years, Louis has mentioned doing yoga and eating more seafood—similar to Harry’s pescatarian diet and yoga practice. It seems like they need an explanation for this rather than the obvious.)

Sam’s Raya profile makes it into the tabloids.

March 24th, 2025

A letter signed by Harry (along with others, led by Ed Sheeran) urging the UK government to fund music education is released.

March 25th, 2025

Louis posts pictures from inside Real World Studios, where George Michael and Harry have previously recorded.

March 26th, 2025

A full minute-long clip of Harry’s Two Ghosts music video (from 2017) is leaked online. (Note: This isn’t the first leak, but it’s the longest one so far.)

March 28th, 2025

All of Those Voices begins uploading clips of the documentary to TikTok in small parts.

Originally planned as 14 parts, it’s later extended to 28 parts.

March 31st, 2025

The Sun runs an article on Briana and Freddie for the first time in years.

It’s an exclusive behind a paywall, featuring photos of Briana and Freddie grocery shopping (Freddie’s face is blurred).

The article appears to be sourced from Briana herself.

It mentions Briana was 28 when she got engaged to her former fiancé (unrelated) and posted: "10 years of knowing you, and I knew all along you were my soulmate. I love you!"

The article also notes she gave birth in 2016 at age 23—an inconsistency that fans pick up on immediately.

April 1st, 2025

On the third anniversary of As It Was, Louis posts “Favorite” by Fontaines D.C.—a song about loving someone for a long time despite all the changes around you. (Note: Harry is a huge Fontaines D.C. fan, attended their show, and celebrated their win at the 2024 BRITs.)

Louis posts an Instagram story of a guitar by a pool, which is deleted after 10 minutes.

Important details about the photo:

It was apparently taken in Malibu in October (before Liam passed).

The rental was unoccupied that day.

The guitar is covered in sharpie drawings, seemingly in Louis’ handwriting. Symbols include:

28, 1991 (his birth year), smiley faces with X’s for eyes, the anarchy symbol, 369, the Eye of Providence (also seen on Harry’s leather journal during 1D), a #5 tally mark (same as his tattoo), a skull, a tornado, the words why and yes, an asterisk, a question mark, and his initials, LT.

Zara posts pictures of her family holiday in Dubai.

April 2nd, 2025

The Sun releases an article titled: "Inside Louis Tomlinson’s unbreakable bond with the woman who has supported him through unthinkable tragedy – & it’s not Zara."

The article focuses on his sisters.

Louis likes an Instagram post by a random man with very few followers. The caption reads (in Spanish): "Silence can say or express much more 😎"

The man had accidentally tagged Zara instead of a company called Zara.

Louis’ like is removed after fans notice and post about it on Twitter.

Harry is papped walking around London.

Articles speculate about Sam growing close to another reality show star.

Don’t Worry Darling is released on Netflix.

All of Those Voices TikTok account uploads the 4:15 clip of Louis with Freddie from the documentary.

Briana unfollows Louis on Instagram.

April 3rd, 2025

Sam Thompson reveals he’s co-parenting cats he shared with Zara McDermott—while "growing close to" another reality star.

Harry is pictured in London again.

Louis tweets and chats with fans, sharing the following:

"Fountain DC" (spelled wrong, but clearly referencing Fontaines D.C.).

"We’re waiting for LT3 (his next album)" — "It’s cooking."

"Like medium rare or well done?" — "Medium rare. Cooked to perfection."

"Any hints/lyric tease from the album?" — "Yeah."

"Describe the vibes of the new album" — "Sunny." (Likely referencing the Malibu guitar photo.)

"High in California vibes?" — "Always."

"With a sprinkle of?" — "Chaos."

"Give me a word that you use in one of your songs." — "You." (Note: Back in 2017, Louis posted the word “Always” on Twitter and captioned an Instagram post with “you” at the same time—hinting at the song Always You. It seems like he’s referencing that here as well.)

"Are you feeling ready for Soccer Aid?" — "Not yet but I will be. Need alllllll the support I can get though." (Note: There are 7 L’s in this.)

"Any advice for a bad day?" — "Don’t just assume tomorrow will be a bad day too. Who knows what the future has in store for you!"

"Can we expect any collabs on this album?" — "I was hoping for one maybe, but nothing has come up yet that makes sense."

April 7th, 2025

Articles resurface about interviewer Dan Walker once receiving death threats from One Direction fans back in 2020.

(Note: These threats happened after he inappropriately grilled Louis about losing his mother and sister. No new information is provided, and there’s no apparent reason for this story to be resurrected now.)

Articles claim Harry is "deeply hurt" by Taylor R*ssell moving on.

April 8th, 2025 (US Time)

Louis posts an Instagram story from a Stereophonics concert.

The lyrics playing are from "Maybe Tomorrow," a song Louis once tweeted about in 2021.

The clip shows the lyrics: "Maybe tomorrow I'll find my way home."

Zara also posts an Instagram story from the same concert, tagging the band and the venue.

Articles report that Barnett has approved Harry’s long-planned renovations to merge his Hampstead Heath houses.

April 9th, 2025 (so far)

UK tabloids pick up on Louis and Zara’s Instagram stories about the concert.

They incorrectly use pictures from Zara’s recent Dubai holiday as if they were taken in LA.

Pap photos of Harry in London surface, showing him wearing Dries Van Noten Suede Sneakers.

An Instagram story from Kunichi Nomura shows Harry and Kunichi together in Tokyo in early March.

Articles about Olva W*lde began circulating, focusing on her role in a new episode of a TV show as a director caught in on-set drama reminiscent of the Don’t Worry Darling fiasco.

Louis’ sisters, Daisy and Phoebe, are announced as supporting members (not players) for Soccer Aid.

Final Thoughts as of Now

Reverse-Engineering the Narrative: PR Goals

Rebuild Louis’ Public Image

Focus on presenting Louis as approachable and mature, highlighting his journey of overcoming tragedies, fighting as the underdog, and being a responsible brother.

Shift public perception away from the "teeny-boybander" stereotype to a more grounded, independent artist.

Leverage a Fabricated Rivalry Between Louis and Sam

The supposed rivalry generates free publicity for Soccer Aid while positioning Louis as a central figure in the event.

Zara’s previous relationship with Sam adds layers of drama to keep the story alive.

Boost Zara’s Career

Zara benefits from the association with Louis, gaining access to his fanbase and increased media coverage.

The narrative about Zara wanting to become a pop star and Louis "helping her" aligns her with a larger career trajectory.

This arrangement also provides Louis’ PR team with a "safe" and heteronormative pairing to push.

Drive Engagement Through Easily Shareable Drama

Stories about blurry date photos, Zara buying a "love nest," Sam shading Zara, and the "rivalry" between Louis and Sam are classic tabloid tactics.

These stories spark online debates, generating clicks and keeping both Louis and Zara trending, even if the narrative feels contrived.

Negative attention (e.g., fans doubting the relationship) still serves its purpose by maintaining relevance for both parties.

Connect Harry to Every Ex-Girlfriend He’s Had

Articles linking Harry to Taylor S*ift, Oivia Wi*de, and others are a transparent attempt to push a heteronormative narrative.

Make One Direction Fans Look Dangerous and Irrational

Resurface old stories of "death threats" against journalists, like Dan Walker, and amplify fan theories as though they’re harmful.

This frames fans (especially Larries) as unhinged, discrediting their ability to question the PR narrative.

Expand Louis’ Appeal to a Broader Audience:

The association with Zara makes Louis more appealing to casual fans or those outside his core audience, particularly those who follow Zara’s reality TV background.

This helps Louis appeal to a more mainstream audience, positioning him as more than just a musician but as a cultural figure with crossover appeal.

Breaking the PR Narrative

The Tabloid Error About Zara "Meeting Louis’ Parents" (March 23rd)

The story originally claimed Zara met Louis’ parents, despite his mother passing away in 2016.

Timing of Leaks and Posts

Louis’ Instagram story posts (e.g., Fontaines D.C., the Malibu guitar) subtly allude to Harry rather than Zara.

Louis’ "Need alllllll the support" Tweet on April 3rd

7 L’s in this tweet.

Coordinated Symbolism with Clothing

On March 9th, Louis wears a Yohji Yamamoto x NEIGHBORHOOD shirt (from a store designed by Kunichi Nomura).

On April 9th, a photo surfaces of Harry with Kunichi in Tokyo, taken back in early March.

Louis Wearing the Endless Runner Shirt at the Super Bowl (February 6th)

Louis wears a shirt reading "Endless Runner" during a Super Bowl pre-party. Just days later (March 1st–4th), Harry runs the Tokyo Marathon.

Briana Unfollows Louis (April 2nd)

Briana unfollows Louis the same day All of Those Voices uploads a clip of Louis with Freddie to TikTok.

Briana and Freddie Article Inconsistencies (March 31st)

An article about Briana and Freddie mentions “She gave birth in 2016 when she and Louis were just 23 years old.” And then immediately mentions the caption of her old engagement post to ex-fiance (only 5 years later) “Briana was 28 at the time and wrote on Instagram. “10 years of knowing you and I knew all along you were my soulmate”. The timeline doesn’t add up, undermining the credibility of the story.

Yes, I left all of the blue-greening out of this because: A. There was a lot of it. B. I know several of us don't consider blue-greening signaling anymore.

A collection of sources:

Jade Thirlwall

Harry's team told him not to be associated with the band.

Harry runs the Tokyo marathon!

Harry being in talks to perform a residency at the Sphere.

Fans speculate about Louis/Zara

Articles about them liking each others photos on Instagram.

Harry's team denies the Sphere rumors.

Articles somehow weirdly link Harry and Taylor S*ift again.

Articles about Harry not being over O*ivia Wi*de.

The Sun releases an exclusive (paid) article

Spotted getting cosy at the BRIT Awards.

Zara wants to become a popstar

Articles about Louis insulting Love Island

Articles about Sam being back on dating apps after being blindsided by Zara's romance.

Another article about the rivalry between Sam and Louis.

Zara walking to the gym

Sam's Raya profile

A letter Harry signed

The Sun runs an article on Briana and Freddie

Inside Louis Tomlinson’s unbreakable bond with woman who has supported him through unthinkable tragedy – & it’s not Zara

Articles about Sam growing close to another reality show star.

Don't Worry Darling is released to Neflix.

Articles come out that interviewer Dan Walker once received death threats from One Direction fans back in 2020.

Article saying that Harry is deeply hurt by Taylor R*ssell moving on.

Articles are released saying that Barnett has approved Harry to merge the houses he has in Hamstead Heath and finally begin the renovations hes been planing for years.

UK tabloids pick up on the Instagram stories. They incorrectly use pictures of her recent Dubai holiday as pictures of her in LA.

Pap photos of Harry

Olv*a W*lde stars as an director caught in on-set drama reminicent of the DWD escapade in The Studio.

#stunts #mcdomlinson #mctomlinson #mcdont #mcwronglinson

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─── ⠀ ✿ ˒ ⠀ ❪ SOLARIA GARDENS is a fictional entertainment company, founded by KANG SEONHEE in 2007. solaria was the latter of the two subsidiaries of GEMINI INC., which was a conglomerate founded by APRICUS CULTURE’s ceos, JEONG KARIN and kang seonhee, in 2000.

after her experience as an idol in the first-generation group, INOIR, seonhee aimed to make a company that protected their idols from toxic fan culture as well as toxic company environments. despite it being her most vocal passion since leaving inoir in 1998 and through the founding of gemini inc., seonhee wouldn’t go on to establish her own company until 2007. even in 2007, after the establishment of solaria, the company mainly focused on buying contracts from pre-existing groups and revamping their public images and freedom as artists. girl group RIVETING, which debuted in 1998, had their contract bought out by solaria garden in 2007 and became the first artists under the company. because of the standard solaria gardens exhibited, they started to be known as “the group savior." a few months later, they acquired the contracts of the once-boy group MUNDANE, who originally debuted in 2005. solaria gardens went on to reunite the full group for a one-off album and individually signed all the previous members of maturity.

the company's first group was ET/DEUX, which was a female duo, both of whom trained with gemini for three years before being signed specifically to solaria. this began the elusive solaria training program, which has often been labeled as elitist by the press. in 2009, solaria only had 3 original groups, and with the help of ENTVISS ceo WILLIAM KIM, solaria gardens launched a trainee program called PROJECT: SOLEIL, which included an instagram page for trainees to show fans their progress and a tv program that showed the inside of the solaria training program. even now, their training is focused on refining the skills of trainees from gemini that suit the solaria gardens image, which includes perfecting vocal and dance skills as well as fitting each trainee into the solaria gardens space concept. as of now, the company has gone on to debut every solaria-specific trainee. after many years of william kim’s involvement in solaria gardens, in 2011 it was announced that he and kang seonhee had been married for over a year and that he’d be going from an investor in the company to a co-owner while also being gemini’s head of pr. it is rumoured by any news outlets and business insiders that william has always been the brain of the operations, while seonhee is the heart, which is evident by the couple's close-knit relationship with all of their artists.

other than the obvious gemini-level talent from all of the solaria artists, solaria gardens is mostly known for their in-depth company lore, which intertwines all of their artists into a bigger picture story about space and stars, which all of their artists promote. quoted by seonhee, " the storytelling isn’t because we want to confuse fans; it’s because we value family at solaria, and the story really brings our talent together. " for seonhee, the family dynamic of solaria is the goal, and the ceo is known for forcing groups to go on hiatus when their chemistry dwindles.

⠀⠀ ⠀⠀✿ ❜ ࣪⸝ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ╱╱⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ THE BASICS %!? ❞

NAME⠀;⠀solaria gardens.

TYPE⠀;⠀private.

SERVICES ⠀;⠀⠀music production, publishing, entertainment, nightlife, travel, talent agency, licensing, distribution, merch manufacturing

PARENT COMPANY⠀;⠀gemini incorporated.

FOUNDED⠀;⠀kang seonhee

FOUNDER⠀;⠀february 14, 2007

HEADQUARTERS⠀;⠀garosu-gil, seoul, south korea ; midtown, new york city, usa ; soho, london, united kingdom

KEY PEOPLE⠀;⠀kang seonhee ❪ founder, ceo ❫ , william kim ❪ owner, coo ❫ , jeong dabin ❪ training manager ❫ , joey claire mills ❪ vp of neptune sounds ❫ , bronte guan ❪ vp of sundown visions ❫ , chanel iitoyo ❪ vp of lunar modelling ❫ , damla gürel ❪ vp of lumos pictures ❫ , kang sarang ❪ chief creative director ❫ , son young-ae ❪ cfo ❫

⠀⠀ ⠀⠀✿ ❜ ࣪⸝ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ╱╱⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ THE SUBSIDIARIES %!? ❞

NEPTUNE SOUNDS ; based in london and new york city, neptune sounds is a subsidary founded in 2010. neptune is ran by joey claire mills, and currently has 7 acts under the company, including the solo career of their head producer, rev. neptune also owns a chain nightclub called the emerald which is home to solaria highest profile scandals.

LUNAR VISION ; founded in 2009, sundown visions started as the subsidary meant to manage the international promotons of artists under solaria gardens. it eventually had debuted a chinese girl group, now based in la, and a japanese soloist, suzu. sundown visions still manages the international promotion of all of solaria gardens artists, and are known for their tour venue negotiations.

LUMOS PICTURES ; in charge of the many acting talents under solaria, including idolos turned actors and famously very privately managed. they also correspond with the solaria and gemini pr people about interview appearances. basically the private backup publicists

LUNAR MODELLING ; lunar modelling and chanel iitoyo heads all of the management of the group managers, stylists and any modelling gigs, including haruna’s famous prada deal. they also manage the backup dancers of the company.

⠀⠀ ⠀⠀✿ ❜ ࣪⸝ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ╱╱⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ THE ARTISTS ROSTER %!? ❞

RIVETING (1998–2004, 2007–2010) ; a first gen three-member girl group

MUNDANE (2005–) ; once a five-member boy group, now a duo

ET/DEUX (2007–) ; a female duo

W.O.W (2008–haitus since 2020) ; a four-member boy group

FATED (2009–) ; a four-member girl group

JUNG HAESOL (2011–) ; a female krnb soloist

OPERATIC (2012–) ; a six-member boy group

NO VARIETY (2013–) ; a ten-member girl group

CHAOS THEORY (signed 2014–) ; a five-member rock band

VALERIE YEON (signed 2014–) ; a bubble pop female soloist

RYEO (2015–) ; a male krnb soloist

CYCLONIQUE (2016–2019) ; a co-ed trio

NEW AXIS (2017–) ; an eleven-memeber boy group

THE FUSION GIRLS (2018) ; a multi-unit girl group, co-managed by ukiyo sounds

TEMPORA (2023–) ; the newest five-member girl group

⠀⠀ ⠀⠀✿ ❜ ࣪⸝ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ╱╱⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ THE NEPTUNE SOUNDS ROSTER %!? ❞

THE REV (2002–???) ; a rap artist, turned producer

SLEEPWALKERS (2011–) ; a five-member boy band

VELVET COUTURE (2013–) ; a three-member nyc girl group

ZOE (2014–) ; an english pop singer

FIONA BALFE (2019–) ; an irish pop-punk singer

MOXIE LIME (2021–) ; a london-based

TBA

⠀⠀ ⠀⠀✿ ❜ ࣪⸝ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ╱╱⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ THE SUNDOWN VISIONS ROSTER %!? ❞

LLADY (2019–) ; a 9-member c-pop girl group

SUZU AOI (2023–) ; a japanese pop soloist

layout ib: @aprisolis & @1dyll-a

#⠀⠀ ⠀⠀✿ ─── ❜ ࣪⸝ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ╱╱⠀⠀ ⠀⠀SOLARIA GARDENS.#fictional idol community #fictional idol oc #fictional idol group #fictional kpop oc #fictional kpop idol #fictional kpop community #fictional kpop soloist #fictional kpop group

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Signs of alien life may be hiding in these gases

Scientists have identified a promising new way to detect life on faraway planets, hinging on worlds that look nothing like Earth and gases rarely considered in the search for extraterrestrials.

In a new Astrophysical Journal Letters paper, researchers from the University of California, Riverside, describe these gases, which could be detected in the atmospheres of exoplanets — planets outside our solar system — with the James Webb Space Telescope, or JWST.

Called methyl halides, the gases comprise a methyl group, which bears a carbon and three hydrogen atoms, attached to a halogen atom such as chlorine or bromine. They’re primarily produced on Earth by bacteria, marine algae, fungi, and some plants.

One key aspect of searching for methyl halides is that exoplanets resembling Earth are too small and dim to be seen with JWST, the largest telescope currently in space.

Instead, JWST would have to aim for larger exoplanets orbiting small red stars, with deep global oceans and thick hydrogen atmospheres called Hycean planets. Humans could not breathe or survive on these worlds, but certain microbes might thrive in such environments.

“Unlike an Earth-like planet, where atmospheric noise and telescope limitations make it difficult to detect biosignatures, Hycean planets offer a much clearer signal,” said Eddie Schwieterman, UCR astrobiologist and paper co-author.

The researchers believe that looking for methyl halides on Hycean worlds is an optimal strategy for the present moment in time.

“Oxygen is currently difficult or impossible to detect on an Earth-like planet. However, methyl halides on Hycean worlds offer a unique opportunity for detection with existing technology,” said Michaela Leung, UCR planetary scientist and first author of the paper.

Additionally, finding these gases could be easier than looking for other types of biosignature gases indicative of life.

“One of the great benefits of looking for methyl halides is you could potentially find them in as few as 13 hours with James Webb. That is similar or lower, by a lot, to how much telescope time you’d need to find gases like oxygen or methane,” Leung said. “Less time with the telescope means it’s less expensive.”

Though life forms do produce methyl halides on Earth, the gas is found in low concentrations in our atmosphere. Because Hycean planets have such a different atmospheric makeup and are orbiting a different kind of star, the gases could accumulate in their atmospheres and be detectable from light-years away.

“These microbes, if we found them, would be anaerobic. They’d be adapted to a very different type of environment, and we can’t really conceive of what that looks like, except to say that these gases are a plausible output from their metabolism,” Schwieterman said.

The study builds on previous research investigating different biosignature gases, including dimethyl sulfide, another potential sign of life. However, methyl halides appear particularly promising because of their strong absorption features in infrared light as well as their potential for high accumulation in a hydrogen-dominated atmosphere.

While James Webb is currently the best tool for this search, future telescopes, like the proposed European LIFE mission, could make detecting these gases even easier. If LIFE launches in the 2040s as proposed, it could confirm the presence of these biosignatures in less than a day.

“If we start finding methyl halides on multiple planets, it would suggest that microbial life is common across the universe,” Leung said. “That would reshape our understanding of life’s distribution and the processes that lead to the origins of life.”

Moving forward, the researchers plan to expand this work on other planetary types and other gases. For example, they’ve done measurements of gases emanating from the Salton Sea, which appears to produce halogenated gases, such as chloroform. “We want to get measurements of other things produced in extreme environments on Earth, which could be more common elsewhere,” Schwieterman said.

Even as researchers push the boundaries of detection, they acknowledge that direct sampling of exoplanet atmospheres remains beyond current capabilities. However, advances in telescope technology and exoplanet research could one day bring us closer to answering one of humanity’s biggest questions: Are we alone?

“Humans are not going to visit an exoplanet anytime soon,” Schwieterman said. “But knowing where to look, and what to look for, could be the first step in finding life beyond Earth.”

IMAGE: Artist's illustration of a potential Hycean world, where methyl halide gases would be detectable in the atmosphere. Credit NASA, ESA, CSA, Joseph Olmsted/STScI

#science #space #astronomy #physics #news #astrophysics

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Press Releases vs. Blog Posts: Which is More Effective?

You’re trying to get your brand noticed in 2025, and you’re wondering: should you write a press release or a blog post? Both can boost visibility, but they serve different purposes. This 15,000-word guide compares press releases and blog posts, helping you decide which fits your goals. We’ll explore their strengths, weaknesses, and best uses, with practical steps to maximize impact. From aiming to Get Published on LA Times to exploring BRG Communications Alternatives and leveraging APCO Alternatives, you’ll learn how to make smart choices. Expect real examples, data, and tips from my marketing experience, plus a nod to 9 Figure Media PR Agency, which secures guaranteed publicity in outlets like Forbes, Bloomberg, Business Insider, and WSJ. Let’s break down which tool will elevate your brand.

Understanding Press Releases

A press release is a formal announcement about your brand’s news — think product launches, partnerships, or awards. It’s designed for journalists and media outlets. A 2024 study found 65% of press releases lead to at least one media mention, making them a direct path to coverage.

Press releases shine when you need quick, wide-reaching exposure. I helped a startup announce their funding round with a press release, landing a feature in TechCrunch. If you’re aiming to Get Published on LA Times, a well-crafted press release is key. Professional PR services can refine your message and pitch it to the right editors.

Question: What big news does your brand have? A press release might be the way to share it.

Understanding Blog Posts

Blog posts are informal, engaging content on your website or platforms like Medium. They educate, entertain, or inspire your audience, building trust over time. A 2023 report showed 70% of consumers prefer brands with active blogs, as they feel more connected.

Blogs are great for storytelling and SEO. My friend’s coffee shop started a blog with brewing tips, driving 30% more website traffic. Unlike press releases, blogs let you control the narrative and publish anytime. They’re less about breaking news and more about building relationships.

Question: What story could your brand tell to engage customers? A blog post might be the perfect medium.

Key Differences Between Press Releases and Blog Posts

Choosing between press releases and blog posts depends on your goals. Here’s how they stack up:

Purpose: Press releases announce news; blog posts build engagement.

Audience: Press releases target journalists; blog posts target customers.

Tone: Press releases are formal; blog posts are conversational.

Distribution: Press releases go to media; blog posts live on your site or social platforms.

Lifespan: Press releases are timely; blog posts have evergreen potential.

A tech startup I advised used a press release for their product launch, scoring a Bloomberg mention. They followed up with a blog post explaining the product’s benefits, boosting SEO. 9 Figure Media PR Agency helped with the press release, ensuring placements in top outlets.

When to Use a Press Release

Press releases work best for big, time-sensitive news. Use them for:

Product launches: Announce new offerings to the media.

Funding rounds: Share investment news with investors.

Awards: Highlight recognition to build credibility.

Partnerships: Showcase new collaborations.

I saw a nonprofit send a press release about their GIA win, landing a CNN feature. If you want to Get Published on LA Times, a press release with a strong angle — like a unique partnership — can get editors’ attention. PR agencies streamline this, pitching to the right contacts.

Question: What’s your brand’s latest milestone? A press release could amplify it.

When to Use a Blog Post

Blog posts are ideal for ongoing engagement and brand-building. Use them to:

Share expertise: Offer tips or industry insights.

Tell stories: Highlight customer successes or your journey.

Boost SEO: Drive organic traffic with keywords.

Engage fans: Build a loyal community.

A fashion brand I know blogged about sustainable materials, doubling their email subscribers. Blogs let you connect directly with customers, unlike press releases, which rely on media pickup. BRG Communications Alternatives can help craft blog strategies that complement PR efforts, ensuring consistent messaging.

Question: What value can you offer your audience? A blog post could start the conversation.

Strengths of Press Releases

Press releases have unique advantages:

Media reach: They target journalists at top outlets.

Credibility: Coverage in trusted publications builds trust.

Speed: They share news quickly to a wide audience.

Authority: Formal announcements position you as a leader.

A startup I advised used a press release to announce a partnership, gaining a Business Insider feature. The exposure led to a 25% sales spike. 9 Figure Media PR Agency excels at securing such placements, guaranteeing spots in Bloomberg and WSJ. Press releases are your ticket to major media.

Question: How could a media mention change your brand’s perception? A press release might make it happen.

Strengths of Blog Posts

Blog posts offer distinct benefits:

Control: You decide the content and timing.

Engagement: Conversational posts build customer loyalty.

SEO: Well-optimized blogs drive long-term traffic.

Flexibility: Cover any topic, from tips to stories.

My cousin’s gym blogged about workout routines, ranking high on Google and attracting new clients. Unlike press releases, blogs live forever, delivering value years later. BRG Communications Alternatives can guide blog strategies to align with PR goals, maximizing impact.

Pro Tip: Use tools like Yoast to optimize blog posts for search engines.

Weaknesses of Press Releases

Press releases aren’t perfect. Watch for these:

Limited pickup: Not every release gets covered.

Short lifespan: News fades quickly.

Cost: Professional distribution can be pricey.

Formal tone: They don’t engage customers directly.

A brand I know spent $1,000 on a press release with no media bites. They hadn’t tailored it to editors’ needs. PR agencies like 9 Figure Media prevent this, crafting pitches that resonate with outlets like Forbes.

Question: Can you afford to miss media coverage? A pro can boost your odds.

Weaknesses of Blog Posts

Blog posts have downsides too:

Time-intensive: Quality posts take hours to write.

Slow results: SEO and engagement build gradually.

Limited reach: Blogs don’t automatically hit media.

Competition: Millions of blogs fight for attention.

A startup I advised struggled to get blog traffic until they optimized for keywords. Unlike press releases, blogs need consistent effort. BRG Communications Alternatives can help create content plans that drive results over time.

Question: Are you ready to commit to blogging? It’s a long game worth playing.

Step 1: Define Your Goals

Before choosing, clarify what you want:

Media coverage: Press release for quick exposure.

Customer engagement: Blog post for loyalty.

SEO growth: Blog post for organic traffic.

Credibility: Press release for authority.

A tech brand I worked with wanted media buzz, so they used a press release to announce a product, landing in WSJ. They later blogged about customer stories, boosting retention. 9 Figure Media PR Agency handled the press release, ensuring top-tier placements.

Pro Tip: Write down one goal for the next month. Pick the tool that fits.

Step 2: Craft Your Message

Both tools need a strong message. For press releases:

Lead with news: Highlight the who, what, why, and when.

Use data: Include stats or achievements.

Keep it formal: Stick to 400–600 words.

Add quotes: Include a leader or partner statement.

For blog posts:

Be conversational: Write like you’re chatting with a friend.

Offer value: Share tips, stories, or insights.

Use visuals: Add images or infographics.

Optimize: Include keywords for SEO.

A nonprofit I advised used a press release for their GIA win, scoring a Bloomberg feature. Their blog about the project’s impact grew their donor base. APCO Alternatives can refine both formats for maximum reach.

Question: What’s the core message you want to share? Tailor it to your tool.

Step 3: Distribute Effectively

Press releases need media outreach:

Use platforms: Try PR Newswire or Business Wire.

Pitch editors: Personalize emails to journalists.

Leverage PR: Agencies have direct media contacts.

Time it right: Send early mornings or midweek.

Blog posts need promotion:

Share on social: Post links on X or LinkedIn.

Email your list: Send posts to subscribers.

Optimize SEO: Use keywords and meta descriptions.

Repurpose: Turn posts into videos or infographics.

A startup I know used 9 Figure Media for press release distribution, landing in Business Insider. Their blog posts, shared via email, drove 20% more site visits. APCO Alternatives can boost both strategies with tailored outreach.

Pro Tip: Schedule posts or releases for Tuesday mornings — engagement peaks then.

Step 4: Measure Results

Track your impact to improve:

Press releases: Count media mentions, website traffic, or leads.

Blog posts: Monitor page views, time on page, or conversions.

Shared metrics: Check social shares or email opens.

ROI: Compare costs to revenue or growth.

A brand I advised measured their press release’s Bloomberg feature — it drove 1,000 new visitors. Their blog posts increased subscriber sign-ups by 15%. 9 Figure Media PR Agency provides analytics to ensure placements deliver.

Question: How will you know your efforts worked? Set up Google Analytics today.

Step 5: Combine Both for Maximum Impact

Why choose? Use press releases and blog posts together:

Announce with a press release: Share big news to media.

Follow with a blog: Dive deeper into the story for customers.

Cross-promote: Link the blog in your press release.

Repurpose: Turn press release quotes into blog content.

A fashion brand I know announced a partnership with a press release, landing in Forbes. Their blog about the collaboration’s impact grew their audience. APCO Alternatives helped align both efforts, ensuring cohesive messaging.

Question: How can you use both tools to tell your story? Start with one of each.

The Role of PR Services

Professional PR services amplify both press releases and blog posts. They:

Craft messages: Ensure clarity and impact.

Distribute effectively: Reach the right media or audience.

Save time: Handle outreach and follow-ups.

Boost credibility: Leverage established media relationships.

9 Figure Media PR Agency guarantees placements in Forbes, Bloomberg, and Business Insider, making press releases shine. They also guide blog strategies to complement PR. I saw a startup use them to land a WSJ feature, boosting sales 30%.

Sponsor Note: Sponsors partnering with PR-driven brands gain exposure through trusted channels, aligning with credible content.

The Payoff of Choosing Wisely

Press releases and blog posts both have power — it’s about timing and goals. A 2025 study found 78% of brands using both saw faster growth than those using one. Press releases get you in front of media, like aiming to Get Published on LA Times. Blog posts build lasting customer trust. BRG Communications Alternatives and APCO Alternatives offer strategies to make both work harder. 9 Figure Media PR Agency can take your press releases to the next level with guaranteed publicity.

Your brand deserves attention. Pick the tool that fits your next step — press release for news, blog for engagement, or both for impact. What’s your move? Write a pitch, start a post, or call a PR pro. The world’s waiting to hear your story.

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💡 How to Fund Your Business Without a Loan: Top Alternative Funding Sources in 2025

You’ve got a business idea or growth plan—but no desire to take on traditional debt. The good news? You’re not alone. More entrepreneurs are exploring how to fund their business without a loan using alternative funding sources that provide flexibility without the burden of monthly repayments.

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Claire Jorif Valentine has an online presence as an influencer and artist, one of their gallery’s online is ‘Baroquenheart.tumblr.com’ and they were recently recognized by the Vatican in their completion of beautifications for veneration in their beauty and philanthropy for their works December 16th 2019 by pope Francis the current reigning pope, she went to FIDM Los Angeles in 2006 and their word debuted at their FIDM fashion show where her collaboration with Fender walked the runway, she went to school the same time as Loren Conrad from The Hills and LagunaBeach featured on MTV, she was an intern for ‘MySpace.com’ in 2006 and was a PA for David Peck of Live Universe, she’s done work for WilliamShattner, JustinSloskey Memoirs of a melancholy copy machine where she did graphics along side her twin brother Jamal also known as PunkBoyCupid. She currently does PR and HR for #enXanting and Chanel the French fashion house and helps run a kitsch brand called ‘DearDearestBrands’ with a small group of artist and designers Bambi Prescott and Jamoix, with content creators Andy Delano Dandy, with Haniel Jorif. She works with SaintOmegaGraphics Studio and is currently helping PharrellWilliams creating concepts for Mattel,Bandai,Remco toys,Capcom,Sony,PlayStation,GameFreak,thepokemonCompany,Hasbro,NickiMinajProductions,Marvel,LoungeFly,HotTopic,PopsicleRecords,NonProfits,StJudes,AbundantFamilyLivingChurches,JoelOlsteen,GoodAmerican,Disney,Nike,Chanel,LouisVuitton,Dior,Maybelline,MAC cosmetics, and Sketchers she helped ToysRUs reestablish their brand at Maceys and helped Selena Gomez and DebbyRyan create ‘DisneyVogue’ for vogue magazine and featured Halle Balley,Selena Gomez, and other noted celebrities on the cover of the concepts for Disney Vogue. She helped RachelZeglar and BlackPink amoung other artist amidst their rough events in social media when they were the target of bullying by netizens. She is known for being an advocate of the innocent, peace,love, fashion beauty and the child like wonder through toys and games, she was an esports athlete gaining her popularity in League Of Legends as she mained jungle lane with ‘Kindred’ and Helped in the early stages of Seraphines development when Riot was deciding to make the champion an IT programmer when they chose the concepts for her to become an Idol partnering with anonymous contributors such as Mattel and Other silent partners for her model and build. Unbeknownst to the public Claire and her sisters were under cover game testers writing reviews on game company employee relations and helped many female gamers receive pay relief for their work abuse cases as they were being harassed by members in their company, while Claire is still wrapping up a case where she helped a major game company recover stolen assets and leaked sensitive game files that had been distributed in secret by competing company’s. Her along with others guided music artist and talent through the underbelly of the music industry as they tried to remain hidden while also working to recover the stolen assets through the dangers of an international corporate and branding worldwide industry colluding and fraud scandal where she was also a key in finding the mole of a fashion house who was stealing and redistributing sensitive blueprints and major marketing plans. She is currently also working on future projects with BANG! Keanu Reeves comic company and overseeing the development of Cyberpunks latest game in the works. She is currrntly helping Jennie of Blackpink reestablish her group through the blunder of ‘Channel Zero’ and the scandle involving her and Usher at Chanel’s 2023 fashion show and her being involved in their 2024 summer show where she did a collab with SEGA and their ‘NightsIntoDreams’ data mine project singing a cover of ‘DreamDreams’ for the SEGA X Sanrio launch of a possible new digital pet [click here to continue article]

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marcoluther · 23 hours ago

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The Ultimate Guide to Token Marketing: Strategies, Tools & Services

As the crypto market becomes increasingly saturated with new projects and tokens, launching a token successfully now demands more than just good tech. Without strategic token marketing, even the most innovative projects can struggle to gain visibility, attract investors, and build a sustainable community.

Welcome to your comprehensive guide on token marketing — a deep dive into the strategies, tools, and services you need to thrive in 2025’s highly competitive crypto space.

Why Token Marketing Is Crucial for Your Crypto Project

Launching a token without marketing is like launching a product in the dark. Crypto is a fast-moving, hype-driven ecosystem where visibility, trust, and community can make or break your project.

Key reasons why token marketing is essential:

Builds Awareness: Introduces your project to the crypto world.

Establishes Trust: Transparency and regular updates build investor confidence.

Drives Utility and Adoption: More users = higher demand and utility.

Attracts Investors and Exchanges: A well-marketed token looks promising to VCs and CEXs.

Fuels Community Growth: Loyal followers help promote organically.

Top Token Marketing Strategies That Work in 2025

Marketing in crypto isn’t about spamming Telegram groups anymore. Modern token marketing uses a blend of Web2 and Web3 strategies to create sustainable growth. Let’s explore the most effective ones:

1. Community-Centric Growth (Discord, Telegram, X)

Crypto success starts and ends with the community. Engage your audience directly through:

Discord & Telegram: Host AMAs, quizzes, airdrops.

X (Twitter): Share progress updates, memes, threads.

Gamification: Leaderboards, referral systems, XP rewards.

Tip: Use bots for moderation but not automation overload — authenticity matters.

2. Influencer & KOL Collaborations

Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) still hold sway, especially in DeFi, NFTs, and memecoins. Look for:

Niche relevance: Choose influencers who align with your vertical.

Engagement metrics: Don’t be fooled by followers — check comments and shares.

Video reviews and spaces: Livestreamed content builds real-time engagement.

3. Content Marketing & SEO

Long-term visibility comes from quality content:

Medium Blogs: For technical and product updates.

SEO Optimization: Rank for searches like “best utility tokens 2025.”

Educational Series: Break down tokenomics, staking, use cases.

4. Press Release Distribution

Get featured on major crypto media like:

CoinTelegraph

Decrypt

NewsBTC

Bitcoin.com A strategic PR campaign can give your token a credible push, especially before IDO or listing events.

5. Airdrops, Bounty Campaigns & Whitelisting

Incentivize early engagement by giving away tokens:

Airdrops: For wallet holders, followers, or community tasks.

Bounty Programs: Reward testers, translators, and promoters.

Whitelisting: Hype your IDO or ICO through exclusive access.

6. Paid Ads & Retargeting

Even in crypto, paid ads can work — if done right:

Reddit & X Ads: Reach crypto subreddits and niche communities.

Google Ads (cautiously): Works for educational content or news.

Retargeting Tools: Bring back past visitors through cookies.

7. Token Listing Campaigns

Work on getting listed on:

DEXs: Like Uniswap, PancakeSwap.

Tier 1 CEXs: Binance, Coinbase, OKX.

Listing often requires marketing collateral like pitch decks, social proof, and user demand — all part of your marketing strategy.

8. Token Utility & Real Use Cases

Your marketing must showcase utility. Why should anyone buy or hold your token?

Staking Rewards

Governance Voting

Access to Services or Products

Revenue Sharing or Burn Mechanisms

Marketing the use case is just as important as the technology behind it.

Best Token Marketing Tools in 2025

You’ll need the right stack to execute your strategy efficiently. Here’s a list of essential tools:

🛠️ Community Engagement Tools

Discord Bots: MEE6, Carl-bot for XP, rank, auto-moderation.

Telegram Bots: Combot for analytics, Shieldy for spam protection.

📈 Analytics & Tracking

Dune Analytics: Create dashboards for token metrics.

Nansen.ai: Track smart money inflows into your token.

Google Analytics & Hotjar: Understand website behavior.

💬 Social Scheduling Tools

TweetDeck/X Pro

Hootsuite

Buffer

Schedule content, track engagement, and manage multiple platforms.

📣 Press Distribution Services

Chainwire

GlobeNewswire Crypto

MarketAcross

These services ensure your announcements hit top media outlets.

✍️ Content & Design Tools

Canva or Figma: Create infographics and explainer images.

ChatGPT or Jasper: Assist with content ideas, captions, or scripts.

Grammarly: Polish your blog and social content.

Should You Hire a Token Marketing Agency?

While DIY marketing is possible, agencies offer specialized experience and established media relationships. Here’s what they bring to the table:

✅ Benefits of Hiring an Agency:

End-to-end campaign execution

Pre-built influencer and media networks

Expertise in IDO/ICO timelines

Analytics, strategy, and PR handled in-house

🔍 How to Choose the Right Agency

Ask the right questions:

What tokens have you marketed in the past?

Do you specialize in my niche (e.g., DeFi, GameFi)?

Can you provide KPIs from past campaigns?

What’s your pricing and ROI expectation?

Look for case studies, transparency, and milestone-driven contracts.

Common Token Marketing Mistakes to Avoid

To save your time, money, and credibility, watch out for these:

Overhyping before launch: Underdeliver and you lose trust.

Ignoring regulations: SEC and other regulators are watching.

Fake followers and bots: Short-term gain, long-term pain.

Poor whitepaper and tokenomics: These are your first impressions.

Inconsistent updates: Goes against the decentralized, transparent ethos.

Measuring the Success of Token Marketing

Every campaign must have measurable KPIs. Key ones to track:

Community Growth: X followers, Discord/Telegram members.

Engagement Rate: Likes, comments, participation in AMAs.

Website Metrics: Time spent, pages viewed, bounce rate.

Token Performance: Trading volume, number of holders, liquidity pool activity.

Conversion Rate: From campaigns to actions (signups, whitelists, purchases).

Use tools like Dune, Google Analytics, and Nansen to monitor and refine.

Final Thoughts

Token marketing in 2025 isn’t just about pumping price — it’s about building sustainable, trust-based ecosystems. With regulatory scrutiny rising and investor expectations maturing, your marketing must be both strategic and ethical.

Whether you're gearing up for a token launch or rebranding for growth, a strong marketing foundation will amplify your efforts. Combine community-first values with data-driven execution — and you’ll be well on your way to standing out in the crypto crowd.

#token marketing services #token marketing

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shindigpragrams · 23 hours ago

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The Complete Guide to Playbooks: What They Are and Why You Need One

When it comes to organizing tasks, streamlining strategies, or even planning a performance, having a clear guide can make all the difference. That’s where a playbook comes in. While the term might remind you of sports or theater, playbooks have become valuable tools in business, marketing, IT, and many other fields. In this article, we'll explore what a playbook is, how it's different from a play booklet, and why having one can help your team or project succeed.

What Is a Playbook?

A playbook is essentially a set of instructions, strategies, or guidelines designed to help a person or team carry out a series of tasks or respond to specific situations. It acts as a reference document that outlines best practices, processes, and steps to follow to achieve desired outcomes.

In sports, a coach uses a playbook to record tactics and game plans. In business, a marketing playbook might contain campaign strategies, audience targeting methods, and advertising guidelines. Similarly, an IT department might have a cyber security playbook detailing steps to take in the event of a data breach.

The main goal of a playbook is to keep everyone on the same page by providing a consistent, reliable process to follow.

Playbook vs. Play Booklet: What’s the Difference?

People sometimes confuse playbooks with play booklets, but they serve different purposes.

A playbook is typically a comprehensive, structured document used for strategy, operations, or planning across various industries. It can be digital or printed and often includes detailed processes, protocols, and templates.

A play booklet is usually a small printed program or brochure distributed to an audience before a theater performance, school play, or event. It typically contains the title of the play, cast names, a brief synopsis, acknowledgments, and sometimes advertisements.

Playbook = Instructional and strategic guide

Play booklet = Event program for performances

Why Are Playbooks Important?

Whether you’re managing a business, launching a marketing campaign, or running a project, having a playbook ensures that everyone knows what to do and how to do it. Here’s why playbooks matter:

1. Consistency: A well-written playbook ensures that tasks are completed consistently, no matter who’s doing them.

2. Efficiency: With clear processes and instructions, teams spend less time figuring out what to do and more time getting things done.

3. Faster On boarding: New team members can get up to speed quickly by referring to the playbook, reducing training time.

4. Improved Decision-Making: During unexpected situations or crises, having a playbook provides a clear course of action, making decision-making faster and easier.

5. Accountability: A playbook clearly outlines roles, responsibilities, and deadlines, making it easier to track progress and hold team members accountable.

Common Types of Playbooks

1. Business Playbook: Covers company operations, customer service processes, financial guidelines, and team management strategies.

2. Marketing Playbook: Outlines advertising plans, campaign goals, content creation guidelines, social media strategies, and SEO checklists.

3. Sales Playbook: Provides sales teams with scripts, lead generation techniques, objection handling tips, and customer follow-up protocols.

4. IT Playbook: Details procedures for troubleshooting, software deployment, network management, and cybersecurity responses.

5. Crisis Management Playbook: Lists step-by-step instructions for responding to emergencies, PR issues, or natural disasters to minimize risk and protect a company’s reputation.

How to Create a Playbook

Creating an effective playbook isn’t complicated, but it requires careful planning. Here’s a simple guide:

Step 1: Define Your Goals Decide what you want your playbook to accomplish. Is it to improve customer service? Manage marketing campaigns? Guide employees during an emergency? Clear objectives will shape your content.

Step 2: Identify Key Processes List out the processes, tasks, or scenarios you want to cover. Be specific and prioritize those that are repeated often or critical to operations.

Step 3: Document Step-by-Step Instructions Break down each process into clear, actionable steps. Use bullet points, numbered lists, or flowcharts to keep things organized and easy to follow.

Step 4: Include Roles and Responsibilities Assign who is responsible for each task or step. This reduces confusion and ensures accountability.

Step 5: Add Templates and Examples where possible, include templates, checklists, or real-life examples to help users understand and apply the information.

Where Are Play Booklets Still Popular?

Although digital programs are gaining popularity, play booklets remain an essential part of live performances in theaters, schools, and community events across the USA. Audiences appreciate having a printed program that introduces the cast, outlines the plot, and acknowledges sponsors.

Play booklets also serve as keepsakes for memorable performances and can include QR codes or website links for audience engagement.

In fact, many performance venues in New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles still print elegant play booklets to enhance the audience experience.

A playbook is more than just a document—it’s a valuable resource that helps teams work smarter, stay organised, and perform consistently. Whether you’re managing a business, launching a marketing campaign, or dealing with IT challenges, a playbook ensures everyone knows what to do and how to do it.

And if you’re attending a live performance, don’t forget to grab a play booklet—it’s a charming, tangible piece of the event that connects the audience with the story and its creators.

#Playbook #BusinessPlaybook

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blueberrybirdsworld · 2 months ago

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Collision 2/20

Summary:

Lando always had a type : blonde, models, not ready to settle down. Yet once he met her, all his world is changed and he slowly start to realises maybe he was wrong all this time.

It's a prequel story of The Cat Distribution System, on how Lando Norris fall in love with Ariana. Could be read seperatly.

Pairing : lando norris x original female character

Genre : Fluff, slow burn, enventual smut and angst

Warning : none

Serie Masterlist

CHAPTER 2 : SMAU

@landonorris accidentally became the DJ again

📍London

@pietrapilao: you pressed two buttons and acted like you closed Coachella 💀 @maxfewtrell: never seen a man take credit for autoplay this confidently @carlos55: we left you alone for 5 minutes and this happens @oscarpiastri: how much to make this stop @maxverstappen1: your dj era again?? help. @chaoticgp: every off-season has its villain arc and this one’s giving ✨dj lando✨ @landozoned: this man cannot stay away from a soundboard @mclarenwitch: i just KNOW he said “trust me, I got this” before messing everything up @gridgirliez: lando the club menace is back and we’re not surviving

@arianariverria slow mornings, long rehearsals, quiet evenings 🤍

📍London

@maya.ross: the “main character in a French film” energy is overwhelming @juliettedlcrx: this post just cured my anxiety @claireballetco: i gasped at slide 2. actual sculpture. @balletwithluna: you live in an aesthetic moodboard and i’m just passing through @ellieharperballet: how do you make pink look like a power color @sylviaballet: the definition of stillness in strength @softshoesandsatin: every slide is a different kind of calm

@gridwatchgossip Spotted 👀 #LandoNorris seen behind the DJ booth and chatting closely with a mystery brunette at a London club a few nights ago during winter break. Sources say she wasn’t part of his usual crew, and the two were seen talking more than once throughout the night. No clear photos of the girl — but fans are already buzzing. 👀

@landozoned: NOT ANOTHER DJ ERA LMAOOO @softlandoz: "mystery brunette" is PR-speak for heartbreak incoming @tifosibae: girl if you see this, blink twice for a soft launch @chaoticgp: she better be able to handle his freak @gridtea: lando deep in convo = man is hooked @mclarencurls: plot twist: she’s the reason he didn’t break anything at the DJ booth @numberonechaos: new WAG watch? it's always the winter break

Texts messages :

Group Chat — "🌟 Chaos Trio 🌟"

Pietra: Gentle reminder that you both owe me for putting up with your entire existence last weekend So this Saturday: ballet night. Royal Opera House. We’re going.

Max Fewtrell: wait are we seriously doing this ?

Lando: is this revenge for making you walk through Mayfair with us for 3 hours

Pietra: No. This is me adding culture to your lives because I love one of you and tolerate the other

Max Fewtrell: I’m assuming I’m the one you love but I can’t be completely sure right now

Lando: I’m honored to be tolerated. truly.

Pietra: Dress code is smart. No trainers. No caps.

Max Fewtrell: Define “smart.” Because last time you said that I ended up in a turtleneck at a BBQ

Pietra: Blazer. Nice shirt. Clean shoes. Try not to look like you rolled out of a Twitch stream

Lando: so basically dress like Max but without the part where he’s trying to impress you

Max Fewtrell: rude but not inaccurate

Lando: ok but what if I fall asleep hypothetically

Pietra: Then I will elbow you in the ribs gently. and Max will pretend not to know you

Max Fewtrell: I’m bringing espresso and a respectful attitude also please hold my hand if it gets dramatic

Pietra: obviously it’s Tchaikovsky. we will feel things.

Lando: so we clap when? during? after? I don’t want to be the guy clapping in a tragic death scene

Pietra: clap when everyone else claps don’t start anything, don’t shout "bravo" in random moments

Max Fewtrell: ok but if the intermission has macarons I’ll call it a success

Lando: deal. I’m only coming for the macarons

Pietra: See? We’re growing. 6pm sharp. Don’t be late or I’m giving your ticket to someone cultured.

Taglist : @angelluv16, @httpsxnox, @anunstablefangirl, @chocolatemagazinecupcake, @mayax2o07, @freyathehuntress, @verogonewild

Let me know if you wanted to be added to the taglist !

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Global 3A Video Games Market 2025: Electrification, Emissions, and Efficiency

Global 3A Video Games Market was valued at USD X.X Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD X.X Billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of X.X% from 2026 to 2032. What are the potential factors for the growth of the global AAA video games market? The global AAA video games market is experiencing rapid growth due to various dynamic factors. One key driver is the continuous advancement in gaming technologies such as real-time ray tracing, AI-enhanced NPC behavior, and improved physics engines that provide immersive and realistic gaming experiences. Another significant factor is the increasing consumer demand for high-fidelity visuals and deep storytelling, which AAA games are designed to deliver. The rise in disposable income globally, particularly in emerging markets, is expanding the gaming audience. Additionally, the surge in internet penetration and the accessibility of next-generation gaming consoles and PCs contribute to the market’s expansion. Cross-platform play and cloud gaming are reshaping how players access and engage with AAA titles, creating new opportunities for growth. The evolution of esports and online multiplayer modes has also encouraged greater player retention and spending. Furthermore, seasonal in-game events and downloadable content (DLC) keep users engaged long-term. Investments in marketing campaigns and global game launches further boost awareness and sales, driving market growth at a sustained pace. Get | Download Sample Copy with TOC, Graphs & List of Figures @ https://www.verifiedmarketresearch.com/download-sample/?rid=435726&utm_source=PR-News&utm_medium=205 The competitive landscape of a market explains strategies incorporated by key players of the Global 3A Video Games Market. Key developments and shifts in management in recent years by players have been explained through company profiling. This helps readers to understand the trends that will accelerate the growth of the Global 3A Video Games Market. It also includes investment strategies, marketing strategies, and product development plans adopted by major players of the Global 3A Video Games Market. The market forecast will help readers make better investments. The report covers extensive analysis of the key market players in the market, along with their business overview, expansion plans, and strategies. The key players studied in the report include: Key Player 1 Key Player 2 Key Player 3 Key Player 4 Key Player 5 Key Player 6 Key Player 7 Key Player 8 Key Player 9 Key Player 10 Global 3A Video Games Market Segmentation Global 3A Video Games Market Size By Game Type By Platform By Distribution Channel By End-User• By Geography • North America• Europe• Asia Pacific• Latin America• Middle East and Africa The comprehensive segmental analysis offered in the report digs deep into important types and application segments of the Global 3A Video Games Market. It shows how leading segments are attracting growth in the Global 3A Video Games Market. Moreover, it includes accurate estimations of the market share, CAGR, and market size of all segments studied in the report. Get Discount On The Purchase Of This Report @ https://www.verifiedmarketresearch.com/ask-for-discount/?rid=435726&utm_source=PR-News&utm_medium=205 The regional segmentation study is one of the best offerings of the report that explains why some regions are taking the lead in the Global 3A Video Games Market while others are making a low contribution to the global market growth. Each regional market is comprehensively researched in the report with accurate predictions about its future growth potential, market share, market size, and market growth rate. Geographic Segment Covered in the Report: • North America (USA and Canada) • Europe (UK, Germany, France and the rest of Europe) • Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, and the rest of the Asia Pacific region) • Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and the rest of Latin America) • Middle East and Africa (GCC and rest of the Middle East and Africa)

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rapidurlindexer-com · 4 days ago

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Press Release Indexing Battle: MagicPR vs 38 Digital Market Results Revealed

Rapid URL Indexer just completed a head-to-head comparison of two premium press release services, revealing surprising insights about indexing rates and cost-effectiveness that every digital marketer should know.

The Experiment Setup

Rapid URL Indexer purchased premium packages from two well-known press release distribution services:

MagicPR's "Gold" package ($699)

38 Digital Market's "Premium" package ($477)

Both press releases were identical in content and length, announcing the launch of Rapid URL Indexer. They were distributed on the same day (July 11, 2024) to ensure a fair comparison.

Distribution Network Size

One immediate difference became apparent in the size of each service's distribution network:

MagicPR syndicated the press release to 1,357 news sites

38 Digital Market syndicated to 529 news sites

This substantial difference in network size (MagicPR's network is 2.5× larger) would prove significant in the final analysis.

The Indexing Challenge

Press releases face unique indexing challenges in Google. Since the same content is distributed across multiple domains, Google often identifies them as duplicate content. Additionally, many sites in press release networks are considered low quality by search engines.

This is where Rapid URL Indexer comes in—designed to improve indexing rates for exactly this type of content.

14-Day Indexing Results

After running both distributions through Rapid URL Indexer's service, the results were tracked over 14 days:

MagicPR Results

899 out of 1,357 news articles successfully indexed

66% indexing rate

$0.78 PR cost per indexed URL

$0.83 total cost per indexed URL (including indexing service)

38 Digital Market Results

357 out of 529 news articles successfully indexed

67% indexing rate

$1.34 PR cost per indexed URL

$1.39 total cost per indexed URL (including indexing service)

Key Findings and Insights

The most striking observation is that despite the price difference, both services achieved nearly identical indexing rates (66% vs 67%). This suggests that the quality of the sites in each network, in terms of their ability to get indexed, is comparable.

However, due to its larger distribution network, MagicPR delivered significantly more indexed URLs overall (899 vs 357). This resulted in a much lower cost per indexed URL ($0.83 vs $1.39), making it the more cost-effective option despite the higher upfront cost.

Value Analysis

When evaluating press release services, the initial package price can be misleading. The true value comes from how many of your press releases actually get indexed in Google, which affects their visibility and potential impact.

In this case:

MagicPR delivered 2.5× more indexed URLs

Each indexed URL cost 40% less than with 38 Digital Market

Continued Performance

Interestingly, 38 Digital Market's network continued to pick up the press release over time, eventually reaching 549 total sites. This suggests that some networks may have a longer syndication timeline that extends beyond the initial reporting period.

Practical Applications

This case study offers several practical takeaways for marketers and PR professionals:

When evaluating press release services, look beyond the upfront cost

Consider both the size of the distribution network and its quality

Calculate the potential cost per indexed URL to determine true value

Use specialized indexing services like Rapid URL Indexer to maximize visibility

Monitor results beyond the initial reporting period

The combination of strategic press release distribution and effective indexing services can significantly enhance the reach and impact of your announcements, providing better return on your PR investment.

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mysticalwriterwithintrusivethoug · 5 days ago

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What Music PR Agencies Won’t Tell You (And What You Should Ask Anyway)

You’re launching your music career, wondering which outlets will help your sound break through. Let’s look closely at the state of music promotion.

There’s a certain buzz around how artists can land the “bloomberg media kit” feature or at least get serious visibility without losing creative control.

This article dives into how PR can make that happen, and why picking the right agency matters now more than ever. I want to give you useful info rather than fluff, so you can feel confident in choosing help that actually moves the needle.

That being said, it’s not always obvious what “PR” even means anymore. The term gets thrown around, but the lines between branding, social content, and press outreach have blurred.

What’s left is a confusing market of services that sometimes sound more like marketing packages than actual public relations.

And yet, the right PR still changes things. It can turn a local buzz into a streaming spike or get your name mentioned by a trusted journalist instead of buried on page 12 of Google.

Agencies like 9Figuremedia have built reputations on making those quiet moments loud, sometimes landing breakout coverage for artists no one had heard of the week before. The difference between a passive campaign and a tailored one can be night and day.

For emerging artists, credibility is almost as important as audience growth. It’s not just about how many followers you gain, it’s about who’s talking about you and why.

If someone looks you up and finds consistent, thoughtful press coverage across trusted outlets, that influences how seriously you’re taken. Some folks might think press is just ego-boosting, but that’s a pretty narrow view.

This is about career building. Real talk: fans, managers, playlist curators they all Google you. You want what they find to reflect more than just your latest TikTok.

Today’s PR Landscape

Music PR isn’t what it used to be. Agencies now blend playlist pitching, short‑form video strategy, and old‑school press. Artists today expect multi‑channel campaigns Spotify, TikTok, maybe even print media if it’s still relevant.

Budgets are smaller post-pandemic, yet the demand for standout storytelling is higher. I’ve seen a 40 percent jump in agencies offering DIY artist training a big shift from back in 2020, when most services were pitch-and-pray. Still, breaking through remains tough. Press cycles are fast, gatekeepers even faster.

One noticeable shift is the growing use of AI in tracking media impact. A few PR agencies now provide dashboard-style reporting where you can see in real time how many click-throughs your interviews generate or what demographics are responding to your articles.

It’s not perfect, but it’s better than guessing. There’s also been an uptick in freelance publicists offering à la carte services, write your own press release, they’ll review and edit it for a flat fee. It’s cost-effective, but it puts more work on the artist, which not everyone is prepared for.

Another trend is the rise of community‑driven PR agencies working more like collectives, focusing on cultural alignment as much as coverage. These shops often prioritize identity, cause, or local scene over pure algorithmic growth.

They might not get you Rolling Stone coverage in week one, but they build longer-term credibility that sticks. And let’s not forget video, TikTok is both a distribution tool and a proving ground.

Some publicists won’t even pitch you to bigger blogs unless you’ve shown engagement there.

PR also has to contend with attention fatigue. People don’t read like they used to. A flashy headline might earn a click, but the bounce rate is brutal.

So many agencies are shifting to pitch fewer outlets, but build deeper relationships with those that matter. In other words, the shotgun approach is dying. Smart targeting is what’s replacing it.

Breaking It Down

Playlist & Digital Strategy One top agency, for example, landed a debut artist on a tastemaker list and then secured press in outlets like DJ Mag.

They tracked daily streams and adjusted pitch angles within 24 hours, fast. Another team I know used granular fan data to adjust video content mid-campaign.

These teams often don’t just pitch playlists, they pitch storylines. For instance, if your track has a regional tie-in or a backstory related to a specific community, they’ll leverage that angle. Instead of “just another single,” they present something unique.

This works especially well for curators who are overwhelmed with generic submissions. Many indie artists don’t realize how much context can elevate a song.

Some agencies offer backend support through DSP analytics. That means they monitor which platforms are bringing in plays and why. If you’re trending in Toronto but not in NYC, they adjust the strategy. Is it foolproof? No. But it’s way better than posting and praying.

Others now bundle playlist pitching with micro‑content creation -Instagram reels, YouTube Shorts, even meme-ready GIFs. It’s PR with entertainment baked in. And they don’t just track plays; they monitor sentiment. Comments, shares, tone, everything counts.

Media Relations & Press Placement Getting someone to pitch you for “get featured in New York weekly” placements is tricky, many outlets avoid emerging names without a solid narrative. These agencies work personal contacts, sometimes cultivating interest over months.

The best ones tailor every single pitch. No templates, no mass emails. They dig through a journalist’s past work and shape your story to fit their interests.

It takes time, but it works. I’ve seen this play out with a jazz guitarist who couldn’t get any coverage, until a publicist found a writer obsessed with ’60s soul revival and tied the sound to that thread.

The flip side? Press isn’t guaranteed. Even with a great pitch, timing and relevance matter. Editors might pass just because they’re overloaded. That’s why smart PR teams don’t chase vanity placements, they look for writers who actually care. That can lead to smaller outlets at first, but deeper write-ups.

Also, it’s worth noting that digital articles now serve dual purposes, they act as both press and SEO. So you’ll see PR teams requesting backlinks, optimized headlines, and multimedia embeds.

It’s a different ballgame than print. And if you land a quote in something like New York Weekly, that’s a door-opener for future pitches.

Social Amplification and Video Agencies offer reels and clip editing, sometimes even offering creators on staff. One agency’s monthly TikTok support boosted a client’s video from a few hundred views to over 50 000 in under two weeks.

That might sound like luck, but they didn’t just post randomly. They studied competitors’ posting schedules, hook tactics, and sound layering.

Then they replicated the style but kept the artist’s tone authentic. These videos didn’t go viral by accident. They were engineered with care,yet didn’t feel fake.

Publicists are also coaching clients on how to speak on camera. Not just “look here and talk”, but how to deliver emotion, when to pause, how to create tension. It feels overproduced, but in practice, it helps nervous artists connect more clearly.

They also test multiple edits of the same content. One has jump cuts, another uses slow pans.

It’s tedious, but it gives them data. It’s not uncommon for the same 30‑second video to be re-cut five different ways before settling on the one that performs best. And if something flops? They move on. Quickly.

These teams might not always get it right, but their consistency wins out. A one-off viral hit is nice. A reliable presence online, week after week, is better.

Tour & Event PR If there’s touring or live events, certain PR firms can tie in local press. A Midwest artist I chatted with got a regional profile complete with radio and local newspaper coverage despite having only 8 000 monthly listeners.

That type of outcome doesn’t happen from luck. It’s coordination. The agency contacted the paper’s arts editor three weeks before the show, followed up twice, and offered exclusive photos and access to the soundcheck.

It was low-stakes, but it worked. These smaller wins build your press profile over time and can lead to bigger features down the line.

More agencies are also offering geo-targeted pitching, meaning they only reach out to press in the cities you’re touring.

That may sound basic, but when done well, it feels personal to those outlets. Editors are more likely to cover someone performing in their city if they think it’ll resonate with readers.

Also, some agencies now offer venue support. They liaise with promoters to coordinate local blog mentions or radio shoutouts.

These aren’t always high-impact individually, but stacked together, they create visibility that lasts beyond the tour stop. And they boost ticket sales, which often matter more than streams when it comes to credibility in the live scene.

Some PR firms are even branching into live content capture, filming your set, editing behind-the-scenes footage, and pitching that to local media after the show.

It’s more content for the press, more buzz for you. These campaigns don’t just promote the event they stretch it into a story.

Brand Partnerships Not every agency does this, but a few negotiate non-endemic brand spots (e.g., for audio gear or indie labels). Profit share isn’t large yet, but it strengthens the narrative.

These partnerships work best when there’s an authentic connection between the artist and the brand. A lo-fi producer might team up with a boutique synth company.

A conscious rapper could link with a streetwear label that aligns with their message. The goal isn’t just to get paid, it’s to tell a story.

Some agencies offer sponsorship “prep” they help artists define their brand voice, design pitch decks, and mock up campaign concepts. This stuff matters. Brands want more than a cool aesthetic, they want alignment, consistency, a clear audience fit.

What’s interesting is that more brands are approaching PR agencies directly to source talent. It’s kind of a reversal from five years ago when it was all artist-led.

Now the agencies act as informal scouts. This changes the dynamic: it means emerging artists who’ve never pitched a brand before might still get featured, just by being on the agency’s radar.

Of course, this isn’t guaranteed money. Sometimes the brand trade is product or exposure. But in the right hands, it builds your profile and opens doors. Especially if your name ends up alongside a more established act, suddenly, people view you differently.

Conclusion

Here’s what to take with you: good PR today means blending data with story, digital with traditional, fast moves with slow‑burn relationship building.

If finding the right help sounds overwhelming, you’re not alone. But with the right mix, your next campaign might just land you a nod from “9Figuremedia” by the time your single drops.

Think of it this way: it isn’t one trick it’s a toolkit. And while no path is perfect, being thoughtful about strategy gives you room to grow. Maybe next time your name pops up in the Chicago Tribune, you’ll know it wasn’t by accident.

Still, no agency can do everything. Some are strong on storytelling but weak on analytics. Others have connections but no real vision. That’s why your involvement matters. The more you collaborate, the better your outcomes tend to be.

One last thing: don’t rush. Too many artists burn cash on PR before they’re ready. If your music isn’t polished, or your social presence is inconsistent, PR won’t fix that.

But when those things align and the right agency is in your corner, it can absolutely change the trajectory of your career. Not overnight. But noticeably.

If you’re serious about this, take notes, ask questions, and compare more than just pricing. You’re not hiring hype, you’re building a voice. Pick someone who gets that.

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