Press Release - SL Enquirer Open Mic Songwriter Auditions - L$5000 Best Original/Cover!

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Unleash Your Talent at the SL Enquirer Open Mic Songwriter Auditions - L$5000 for Best Original/Cover!

Mark your calendars! The highly anticipated Open Mic Songwriter Auditions are back at SL Enquirer on Sunday, September 29, from 1 PM to 4 PM SLT. Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of creativity, hosted by the charismatic Ninja Antwoord, alongside special guest and musical sensation, Wolfie Starfire!

This exciting event invites songwriters and performers of all levels to showcase their original pieces or unique covers. With a L$5000 prize for the best performance, the stakes have never been higher! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting your musical journey, this is your chance to shine.

Sponsored by Terry's Place and KM Music Management, these auditions promise to be a thrilling celebration of talent, creativity, and community. Connect with fellow artists, gain invaluable feedback, and bask in the supportive atmosphere of our vibrant SL community.

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to elevate your music career and compete for an amazing cash prize. Prepare your best songs and get ready for an exhilarating afternoon of live performances!


With over 15 years experience reporting virtual world news and participating in numerous charities, events and sponsorships across the grid, the SL Enquirer is the longest running media source in SL. We love working with our fans!

Contact: Ninja, SLE Events Coordinator (ninjaantwoord resident)

https://www.facebook.com/NinjaAntwoord

Public Landmark:

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Akamai/214/23/22

Website:

http://www.slenquirer.com/

Social Media:

https://www.facebook.com/TheSLEnquirer/

https://twitter.com/LanaiJarrico/

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Performer Website:

Wolfie Starfire -

https://wolfiestarfire.com/

https://www.facebook.com/wolfie.starfire/

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LUXE Paris LOOK of the YEAR 2024 Winner VANESSAJANE

As a writer for the SL Enquirer, I get to travel the Grid in search of the absolute best creations by our many residents, and seeking the ultimate "High" that is possible in this pixelated paradise called SecondLife. I have found High Velocity Motorcycle Raceways, High Energy Cocktail Lounges, High Flying Air Shows. Highly Skilled DJs, and High Quality Builds. But this year was different.  This year I git to peek behind the curtain of High Fashion, and the results were stunning.  No.  I did NOT get to judge a Fashion Event (my boss kept THAT duty), but I did get to interview the winner of this year's LUXE LOOK OF THE YEAR 2024 competition. I caught up with this year's winner, Vanessa(VANESSAJANE66).  She was packing her bag to catch a TP on the first stop of a promotional tour, but she did manage a few minutes to share some of her experiences with our SLE readers.  

Josh (Thomas1 Bellic) (JB):     Why did you decide to participate in the LUXE Look of the YEAR 2024 Competition? 

Vanessa Jane (VJ):     I had been a Finalist in the 2022 Look of the Year contest and had enjoyed the experience.  I met new friends, gained valuable modeling knowledge, and loved the fun of the contest itself.  The 2022 competition left very positive memories so when the contest came around again in 2024 I was keen to experience it again and see how far I had grown as a model and stylist.

JB:     How was the experience? What did you find to be the most enjoyable aspect of the competition?

VJ:     As expected it was another great experience.  The contest is very well organised and lots of thought is put into developing the Finalists during the process.  

 I loved the theme this year, using the style Icons of Jade Pono (the Look of the Year winner in 2022), Ponchituti Boucher, Frolic Mills, Zuri Rayna, and Coco Chanel.  We had to pay homage to their style but interpret it creatively in our unique way.  My assigned Icon was Coco Chanel and I wanted to capture the essence of her fashion ethos but take it to the 21st Century.

JB:     What part did you find to be the most was the most difficult

VJ:     We had a surprise challenge assigned to us by In-Nova Models.  Naar, who is a previous Look of the Year winner, gave us a headpiece and gave us half an hour to style it for a photo shoot where the headpiece was the focus.  We were given no other advice.  Luckily I realised I should use Luxe Paris clothing, but forgot you don't need to worry about shoes if being photographed from the shoulders up!

JB:     Why is fashion important to you?

VJ:     I am a creative person generally and love the ability of fashion to visually represent who I am as a person, and how I wish to show myself to the world.  In Second Life I have the perfect 'clothes horse' figure so that expands my ability to explore different styles and different aspects of myself through them.  As a model and stylist who is also an artist, I love to find the 'voice' of clothes and express that in how I style and present them.  I must also say that in real life I live in the far north of Scotland.  It is a beautiful place with often awful weather.  Nothing beats coming into SL and putting on fabulous fashion after being enveloped in wool and waterproofs in real life! 

JB:     How would you describe the brand that you now represent?

VJ:     Luxe Paris is a brand with genuine passion, vision, and aim to bring elegant, European Couture-inspired fashion to men and women in Second Life.  It is not a shallow, purely commercially driven business but a true fashion house with a mission and drive.  I love how the Designers bring real-life experience and skills into their work, which truly gives the brand its unique look.  I also love how they continually push to make Luxe Paris designs as good as they can be.  Second Life is often a shallow place and it is a pleasure to find such authenticity and integrity, in both the lovely people who make up the team, but also in what they want to achieve with the brand.

JB:     How did you take the news when they first announced your name as the winner?

VJ:     I was in complete shock as I hadn't expected to win.  My brain kind of evaporated when they announced my name.  It was not my finest hour when they gave me the winner's tiara, which was boxed. I floundered way too long before realising I could rez and unbox the tiara behind the winner's podium to wear it for my photograph to be taken.  

JB:     How do LUXE Fashion Shows stand out from all the other similar events out there?

TVJ:     This question makes me think of Look of the Year Winner Jade Pono's amazing 2022 show 'We Are the World'.  It had a clear and wonderful theme, of highlighting and celebrating Diversity through the medium of Fashion.  The participating models were all ethnicities and were given creative rein to interpret their looks.  The show was superbly organised and staged by the Powerhouse Collective and great attention to detail was paid to every element.  The Show encapsulates for me why Luxe Paris shows stand out.

JB:     What does it take to be a successful Fashion Show contestant?

VJ:     Don't expect to win, but work hard towards always getting better because one day you might reach the level where you could win.  Do competitions for the holistic experience they give, the memories and friends you make, the fun of the challenges, and the opportunities to measure progress and grow. Leave your ego at the door and be positive and nice to your fellow candidates.  Remember most, if not all of the time, you will not become the winner.  If you have gone into competitions for all the other positive experiences and benefits you will never be a loser either.  

JB:     What advice could you give to someone wanting to enter the world of High Fashion?

VJ:     This depends.  Do you want to be a High Fashionista or a Model / Pageant competitor?  Modeling in SL isn't a place for big fragile egos.  Do it if it's your passion, and you are driven by a desire to keep learning and improving.    There are many disappointments, especially today because opportunities are fewer as the Modeling and Pageant worlds are smaller.  

Being a High Fashionista is easier, do your research into RL trends and explore widely among the SL Fashion brands in SL.  There is so much to explore.  Remember too the RL trick, you can make even a basic outfit high fashion if you style it with creative, fabulous accessories.

JB:     And of course, what is a Fashion Show without social commentary? What social stigma does society need to get over? What makes you roll your eyes every time you hear it?

VJ:     Unfortunately, we live in an imperfect World.  For me, this isn't helped by many who have closed minds, set and rigid beliefs, and an almost tribal 'them or us' attitude, which cannot be swayed by evidence.  Mother Teresa said 'If you judge people you have no time to love them'.  We all have our human condition to connect us and it saddens me that people for whatever reason cannot develop open minds.

JB:     Is there anything else you would like to share with our SL Enquirer Readers?

VJ:     I am looking forward to working hard as Brand Ambassador, and the opportunities and experiences that are opening for me.  I am truly passionate about paying back the trust and the belief Mika, Paris, and the team put in me when I won.  Luxe Paris feels like a home I have come to and will contribute to, both during my reign and perhaps, if I am lucky, as a Designer going forward.

You can watch the grand finale LUXE Paris LOOK of the YEAR again on SL4Live-TV channel on YouTube at:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HAzobyQazqw

Soooo...there you have it.  What better advice can you find than that coming directly from this year's winner?  If you have ever thought about entering the world of High Fashion, take in a show or two.  Talk to the contestants - they don't bite.  And who knows?  Maybe some year you, too, might find yourself featured in SL Enquirer as a LUXE Paris: Look of the Year WINNER

Give it a shot.  Tell 'em Josh sent ya.  You'll be glad you did

Aloha!

JB

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Petra Steele Rejoins SL's Live Music Community With Stunning New Sim

Petra Steele is back in SL running yet another  live music sim with her characteristic emphasis on quality and personalized care for guests and artists alike.
While the trademarks of elegance and imaginative concepts for each of the three current venues on the sim,  there are also changes which enrich the experience of the sim.

Petra is proud to introduce her peerless management team of Nem Altacia,
General Manager and Amber LeFavre Altacia, Booking Manager.  We have developed a wonderful rapport and coming to work is something each of us look forward to .  At every event you will find all three of us present, welcoming guests as they arrive as well as responding to any needs they may have.

We have been open since mid June and offer the best live artists in SL Entertainment Community.  Three venues grace our lovely sim which  faces the east and the setting sun:  These include...

      - The Hermes Ballroom, a Neoclassic venue made of marble with the characteristic columns of that period and a glossy black marble floor. The Ballrooom is appointed in grand style with black and gold decorative accents and is our formal venue with formal attire being requested but not required..  Live artist sing here and the atmosphere is very Grand Hollywood style.  The Ballroom is in service on Mondays.

The sim is also open on Wednesday and Thursday evenings and one to two Saturdays per month.  The venue which houses the live entertainment on these evenings is the whimical Steampunk Live Music Venue.  It is meticulously designed and decorated to reflect the hybrid  style at the core of Steampunk.  Metal and velvet, lace and rusty gears.  A huge rotating star is the attraction on the dancefloor and the music tends to be Rock, Blues and Pop genres.  Come on any night the venue is featuring live artists and feel the excitement and unmitigated joy which fills the air.

New to the Steele entertainment sims is our new comedy club, "The Knock Knock Room".  Grand Opening on Halloween featuring live standup.  

An important upcoming event is our "Summer's End" beach party located on rugged Steele Beach, a center for surfing as well as relaxing under the Sun.  The event is scheduled for Thursday, September 19 featuring  two outstanding singers on our gold and black floating stage with a backdrop of huge surfing waves. Singers scheduled as follows:
                           
                            6:00PM  -  Savannah Rain
                            7:00PM  -  Agatha Martin
                           

We love being part of the SL Live Music Community and look forward to warmly welcoming you to Petra's Steele Live Entertainment.

SURL: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Soul%20Paradise/116/149/26

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12th Annual Rock Your Rack Event is on the way! October 4th-October 13th!

Breast cancer is one of the leading health crises for women. 13% of women, and an ever-increasing percentage of men will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. There is currently no known cure for breast cancer, and its early diagnosis is critical to survival.

Models Giving Back is pleased to present Rock Your Rack, an annual fundraising event combining the best of SL Music, Art, Dance and Fashion to support the work of breast cancer charities and raise awareness for early detection which is critical to a positive outcome for this devastating disease.

This year we have two amazing SIM sponsors:  Playdolls Magazine and The Fae Folk.  The Fae Folk have decorated the landing point in our "Walking on Sunshine" theme, and I can tell you it looks fantastic!  Thank you to the Fae Folk, and especially landscape designer Henna Wylder (Natearie) for the design.

This year's sponsors include The Best of SL, BOSLArts, Chef's House, Dark Star Radio, Kultivate Magazine and Galleries, Perverts of the Carribean, PurpleMoon, Rapture, and WIC Foods.

Thank you to our Media sponsors as well for getting the word out:  Attention SL, BOSL Magazine, Grid Affairs, Kultivate Magazine, Hostcrate, Media SL, ModeLS Magazine, SUGAR, The SL Enquirer, The Biology club and XRadio SL.  

This year's event will support the National Breast Cancer Foundation which provides free mammograms, education, support and early detection services to anyone in need. 

Designers will be providing limited edition creations with 100% of the sales of those items going to the National Breast Cancer Foundation along with a fine selection of the newest, exclusive and most popular designs for your shopping pleasure.  And, of course, the very popular 10L hunt will be up and running in the 60+ different designer booths and 30+ different artist booths. 

For a complete listing of events and more details on this year's event, please visit the website:  http://rockyourrack.org

The event officially opens to the public on Friday, October 4, 2024, at 12:00 am SLT and will close at 11:59 pm SLT on Sunday, October 13, 2024.

Together we can make a difference!

Those who are unable to attend but wish to support the cause, may visit the Model's Giving Back official donation page at https://fundraise.nbcf.org/MGB2024 where donations can be made directly using a variety of means. 

https://rockyourrack.org/

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IPIC PHOTO CONTEST- September 27th- October 13th

 

I Pink I Can Photo contest will be open for photo submissions from September 27 through October 13, 2024. There are many prizes and sponsors, suited for men, women, kids, from some amazing places, . all in the name of raising awareness and support for breast cancer research, education, and support for RL people through Strides.

The rules for the photo contest are - take pictures at the I Pink I can Sim (safe content only). Place full perm picture (one only per person) in a notecard along with your legacy name and drag it into the IPIC contest mailbox located at the IPIC sim. There will be photo judging and a big party to announce the winners.. Have FUN

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/American%20Cancer%20Society2/215/187/26

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Are you frustrated with people for insisting on or avoiding commitment? Find your kind at ZEN METAL SeeKin

 

This weekend, try ZEN METAL SeeKin, the Second Life's new thinker-type test designed to help you connect with people who share your bonding style and finally see why both sides of the commitment coin are totally right! Whether you’re someone who believes a true, lasting relationship is built on no-matter-what -commitment as long as the basics are there, or you’re the type who’s all about waiting for the "there you are!" -moment before committing—you're both aiming for the same thing: a meaningful, long-lasting connection. At ZEN METAL SeeKin, we divide people into two distinct categories, but here’s the thing: both of these paths lead to relationship success! For one group, commitment is the foundation for building a deep connection. They’re ready to invest and nurture a relationship that can grow over time. They love an Easter egg -the feeling of discovering who they committed to over time. For the other group, commitment comes only when they feel they've found the exact right person, waiting for their literal soulmate no matter how crazy it seems. If you are in the latter group, you'll appreciate like-minded company while waiting - free from dodging unwanted Amor darts from the commitment-obsessed! No need to worry—you’re not wrong for knowing what you want! Whether you find success in being open to commitment or prefer waiting for the perfect fit, ZEN METAL SeeKin is here to connect you with people who share your outlook on love. You’ll finally meet those who get where you’re coming from and approach relationships as you do. You won't need to hide the fact you're looking for commitment from the first date on - someone who is willing to take the plunge, even if for a Second Life role play that can be too much of a commitment to those in the other corner. At the same time, in that corner, you don't need to hide your romantic, dreamy side just to avoid answering the annoyed question, "Why not me?" Join us today at ZEN METAL SeeKin, where we appreciate all approaches to finding love and the annoyance of still seeking it. You’ll discover that finding your kind could be the first step toward the lasting relationship you’ve always wanted—whichever way you define it! If you're not finding it, at least you'll know you'll have company that isn't dedicated to blocking your doors from your soulmate while you wait for the right one or wasting your time pretending to maybe one day commit to you with no real intent of ever doing so. Bring your inner romantic onto this dating platform that is nothing like the normal flat internet offers. Because this is not a school test, all you need is honesty and bravery to answer some curious cats and dogs how you truly feel, not how you are taught to say you feel...

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Tyrell%20Mono/222/29/2498

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EROTIQUE BURLESQUE: Zumanity is a resident cabaret-style show by Cirque du Soleil Come see another side of this famous troupe by our enticing Showgirls Encore show this Sunday SEPT 22/2024 @ 1:30pm slt.

 

EROTIQUE BURLESQUE: Zumanity is a resident cabaret-style show by Cirque du Soleil at the New York Hotel & Casino on the Las Vegas Strip. Come see another side of this famous troupe by our enticing Showgirls Encore show this Sunday SEPT 22/2024 @ 1:30pm slt.

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/French%20Soleil/117/135/28

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Petra Steele Rejoins SL's Live Music Community With Stunning New Sim

Petra Steele is back in SL running yet another  live music sim with her characteristic emphasis on quality and personalized care for guests and artists alike.
While the trademarks of elegance and imaginative concepts for each of the three current venues on the sim,  there are also changes which enrich the experience of the sim.

Petra is proud to introduce her peerless management team of Nem Altacia,
General Manager and Amber LeFavre Altacia, Booking Manager.  We have developed a wonderful rapport and coming to work is something each of us look forward to .  At every event you will find all three of us present, welcoming guests as they arrive as well as responding to any needs they may have.

We have been open since mid June and offer the best live artists in SL Entertainment Community.  Three venues grace our lovely sim which  faces the east and the setting sun:  These include...

      - The Hermes Ballroom, a Neoclassic venue made of marble with the characteristic columns of that period and a glossy black marble floor. The Ballrooom is appointed in grand style with black and gold decorative accents and is our formal venue with formal attire being requested but not required..  Live artist sing here and the atmosphere is very Grand Hollywood style.  The Ballroom is in service on Mondays.

The sim is also open on Wednesday and Thursday evenings and one to two Saturdays per month.  The venue which houses the live entertainment on these evenings is the whimsical Steampunk Live Music Venue.  It is meticulously designed and decorated to reflect the hybrid  style at the core of Steampunk.  Metal and velvet, lace and rusty gears.  A huge rotating star is the attraction on the dancefloor and the music tends to be Rock, Blues and Pop genres.  Come on any night the venue is featuring live artists and feel the excitement and unmitigated joy which fills the air.

New to the Steele entertainment sims is our new comedy club, "The Knock Knock Room".  Grand Opening on Halloween featuring live standup.  

An important upcoming event is our "Summer's End" beach party located on rugged Steele Beach, a center for surfing as well as relaxing under the Sun.  The event is scheduled for Thursday, September 19 featuring  two outstanding singers on our gold and black floating stage with a backdrop of huge surfing waves. Singers scheduled as follows:
                           
                            6:00PM  -  Savannah Rain
                            7:00PM  -  Agatha Martin
                           

We love being part of the SL Live Music Community and look forward to warmly welcoming you to Petra's Steele Live Entertainment.

SURL: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Soul%20Paradise/116/149/26

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PETRA'S STEELE ENTERTAINMENT GROUP: ELEVATING ENTERTAINMENT IN SL TO NEW HIGHTS. JOSH (THOMAS1 BELLIC) REPORTING

Any long-term resident of SecondLife has encountered one of Petra Steele's creations. Her varied and engaging style has brought enjoyment to thousands over the years. Now back after what seems like a multi-year haitus, Petra is at work once again, creating beauty and pagaentry from pixels.  I caught up with her the other day while she was taking a much-needed break from her extensive labors, and she agreed to share with SL Enquirer Readers the inside scoop on her newest creation. 

Josh (Thomas1 Bellic) (JB):     First off, Petra, let me welcome you back.  Petra Steele and your builds have long been an important part of the SecondLife Grid, and there is always something missing when you are not represented here.  So then, tell me please. What made you decide to rebuild again?

Petra Steele (PS):     Thank you Josh.  I'm happy to be back in the SL Live  Music Community, and I must say that is a lovely complement. Thank you so much.

As to what made me decide to build again?  The fact is I'm not happy unless I  am working in SL.  I wish I could say it keeps me out of trouble but then again, trouble seems unavoidable.  The other reason that I love building is it allows me to express the concepts I develop for entertainment venues and events. In other words, it provides a creative outlet I need.

JB:     Did you have help, or did you design and build all of this on your own?  

PS:     I would say the answer to that question is both.  I always start with a design concept and attempt to pair it with a particular aesthetic.  A few past examples are:

1. Petra's (the original) which borrowed from Middle Eastern style.

2. Steele Street was an urban, sim mixing the feeling of "the neighborhood" and grunge.

3. Steele Live Music was the sim I introduced the Steampunk theme and attendant style.

I have also had the good fortune to work with other builders and designers who helped to expand and provide details to my plans. Special acknowledgment and thanks must go to RJ Dragon, karabella veliz, and my current management team: Nem Altaica, General Manager, and Amber LeFavre Altaica, Host & Booking Manager. 

JB:     So tell me about the Hermes Ballroom?  What was the inspiration behind this marvelous Ballroom?

PS:     If you'll allow me to brag a moment,  The Hermes Ballroom is one of the most elegant formal venues in SL.  I know, big words,  but I can't help it I love that venue.

I love the palette of black and gold and the French provencal and northern Italian furnishings..It sits on a magnificent location facing the East and the setting sun.  Did I say it was huge?  I guess that's the former New Yorker in me..."Go Big of Go Home."

Needless to say, decorating such a large space was a challenge but I loved every minute of it.

JB:     And the Steampunk Live Music Review?  What kind of acts and activities can we hope to see there?

PS:     The Steampunk Live Music Venue makes its second appearance in SL.  The first time, on Steele Live Music sim.  This too is one of my favorite venues.  The feeling I wanted to imbue the space with was one of whimsy. dress-up surrounded by gears and rusty metal.  The music we feature here is primarily Rock, Blues, and Pop. The venue is open on Wednesday and Thursday evenings and biweekly on Saturdays

JB:     And is that a Steampunk Airship I see up there.  How Fun is THAT?

PS:     It is indeed a Steampunk Airship and fun it is.  Next time you visit us go ahead and fly up there, click on seating and FLY!

JB:     Looks like a venue for some fun Beach parties as well at Steele Beach?

PS:     Spot on Josh!  In fact, we have a "Summer's End" beach party scheduled for  Thursday, September 19   and we will feature two of SL's most dynamic and gifted performers:

                                 6:00PM - Savannah Rain

                                 7:00PM - Agatha Martin

I'm going to give you an invitation, I love designing the promo too.

JB:     OMG...The "Knock Knock Room"?  Is that what I think it is?  Tell me what we can expect there?

PS:     I have been trying to open a comedy club in SL going back a few words.  For one reason or another, I was never able to get it off the ground and open.  But they say the third time's the charm....So we will be opening on Halloween and feature stand-up comedians. I might even have a set or two, IF I have the nerve!

JB:     So then, Petra, what kind of guest do you think would be the best "fit" for Petra Steele's Live Entertainment group?

PS:     WE  offer such a diversity in music and aesthetic that I would say all are welcome and I think anyone could find something they enjoyed.

JB:     And how would someone wanting to learn more about this place do so?  Do you have a link or a website or someplace they can go for additional information?

PS:     yes we have a group for the sim - joiners and info at the landing.  We also have a Facebook page.

SURL: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Soul%20Paradise/136/143/26

FACEBOOK:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1361641134505427

JB:     Amber. Thank you for your valuable assistance provided to this project.  Is there anything that you would like to share with our readers?

Amber:     Petra Steele Live Entertainment offers something music-wise to everyone,  with sets from rock to pop to easy listening and some country thrown in. The venues range from Sophisticated ballroom to steampunk and smart casual and even an occasion beach theme or special event.  Petra works very hard to make the sim welcoming and enjoyable for all and really cares about making sure the audience has a good time and the singers know they are valued. She is a force to be reckoned with smart,  talented, and beautiful!  I love working with her doing the booking and hosting and cannot wait to see all of you at the venues!                                    

So there you have it Folks.  Petra Steele has outdone herself yet again with this newest entertainment venue.  Just when you thought things couldn't get any better, she does it.  If you are looking for a truly remarkable place to take that special someone...or just a casual friend, you have GOT to check out Petra's Steele Entertainment Group.  And tell 'em Josh sent ya.  You'll be glad you did.

Be There! Aloha!!

JB

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Zumanity is a resident cabaret-style show by Cirque du Soleil at the New York Hotel & Casino on the Las Vegas Strip. Come see another side of this famous troupe by our enticing Showgirls FRIDAY SEPT 13/2024 @ 7:15pm slt.

 

EROTIQUE BURLESQUE: Zumanity is a resident cabaret-style show by Cirque du Soleil at the New York Hotel & Casino on the Las Vegas Strip. Come see another side of this famous troupe by our enticing Showgirls FRIDAY SEPT 13/2024 @ 7:15pm slt.

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/French%20Soleil/117/135/28

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PERVERTS ZONE - SL's NEWEST WAY TO CONNECT WITH LIKE-MINDED ADULTS. JOSH (THOMAS1 BELLIC) REPORTING.

OK..Soooo..those of you who have followed us for a while know that the SL Enquirer is a great place to learn about the hottest, clubs, entertainers, and sporting events on the Grid.

But did you ALSO know it is THE place to go to learn about "Systems" as well?  Who knew, right?  Well Folks, today we have come upon one of the undiscovered Gems of the System Community: SIN Tracker. Before you think “SIN Tracker?  Sounds like a way to keep track of all the bad things I have done in my life.  Well, thanks, but no thanks”  let me set the record straight here.  That is so NOT what this is all about.  This is like the coolest way out there to find your perfect match or like-minded individuals for RP or anything else you have in mind as a way to add richness to your SecondLife experience.

I caught up with Clover McGregor, and she agreed to discuss this amazing system with me to share with our amazing SL Enquirer Readers.

Josh (Thomas1 Bellic) (JB):     So, Tell me, Clover.  Just what is SIN Tracker anyway?

Clover McGregor (CM):     SIN Tracker is a system designed for ADULT roleplay.

JB:     Tell me more, please. I understand you have both a "Tracker" and a "Catalog"   Can you tell me about each of those, please?

CM:     SIN tracker is a scripted HUD that you attach to your avatar, set up a profile with your likes, dislikes, wants needs, desires/kinks add photos, roleplay style. It gives users the ability to find each other.

The Catalogue (Perverts Zone) contains the created profiles of people who have chosen to use the tracker, you can make your profile listing as detailed or as simple as you wish, add times when you will be online, use the anonymous messaging system outside of virtual worlds, search though people's profile to find your playmate, add profiles to favorites or ban profiles (because as we all know in virtual worlds not everyone is perfect)

I access it from work and doom scroll reading profiles! Once registered you don't need to be in a virtual world to be nosey or set up play for later.

JB:     Where did the inspiration for the system come from? 

CM:     SIN was created in 2009/10 (yes, we are THAT old). We were inspired by the RDF system and that idea. RDF was difficult to work.  The owner of RDF grew tired of SL and didn't want to update or change RDF. So SIN tracker was born. With time we have also added the additional features of lottery and the catalogue, with more ideas in the works.

JB:     Who developed the system? When did it start? 

CM:     The creator and architect is iezious guisse, the system itself is managed by Shani Bellic, the design (up to the last version) was done by Aymeric Pelazzi.

JB:     So then....will you be hosting special events, like a "Meet and Greet" for the users of your System? 

CM:     At the moment we have a number of 'social' events - usually unplanned, spontaneity is the key. Field trips - where we meet and visit some of our hunting grounds, there is also a Halloween Ball in the planning. There are plans to have more social events at Glass n Stone, and our club at Perverts ZONE which is SIN home. There you can pick up SIN tracker and register for SIN karma.

JB:     You mentioned Hunting grounds, can you elaborate?

 CM:     Hunting grounds are a group of lands that encourage SIN Tracker users to use their land/play area. For Land owners it’s a simple set up. 

We add a profile board to the land the board is attached to in the Pervert Zone Catalogue so it will show the profile photo of the girls and guys hanging out who are wearing an active SIN tracker.

Set up is simple and free. We provide the board, the activation and the advertising on Pervert Zone. 

JB:     I understand you have a weekly Lottery Game?   Describe that, please? Once you join SIN tracker and set up your profile, you can register for SIN Karma. 

CM:     SIN Karma is a lottery-like matchmaking services, where you may be lucky enough to find a matching partner to play with or date, someone with similar adult interests. It chooses a partner for play for you. You aren't always successful! You are then free to contact one another to set up a date/scene. The lottery result is valid for 7 days!

JB:     It sounds like a system like you have here will be kind of pricey for people to join.  Is it? 

CM:     FREE, absolutely free however we would never discourage a donation, every single linden is appreciated. Additionally, we have patron should people wish to donate that way.

JB:     Who would you see as the ideal user of SIN Karma? 

CM:     People who enjoy adult roleplay, in whatever capacity that is. There are many options to choose your level of play and involvement and who you interact with.

JB:     Where can a person go who might be interested in learning more about the SIN Karma system. 

CM:     That's easy.  People can go to the following location,  No Perverts Zone (31,142,2502) - collect a tracker from the vendor.

SURL:  http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Perverts%20Zone/31/142/2502 

Once you have your Tracker, click on the following links and follow the simple directions.

For directions on how to set up and use your SIN Perverts tracker, go to https://perverts.zone/article/contacts 

For a list of our Frequently Asked Questions,(FAQs), go to: https://perverts.zone/article/faq 

And finally, for a list of our staff who will gladly assist you with anything else you may need, go to: https://perverts.zone/article/help

People can join our group, or contact a member of staff. We are always up to discuss the tracker or pervert zone when asked. 

So there you have it folks.  One of the most innovative and comprehensive ways on teh grid to cut through all the drama and wasted time as you try and find the ideal Adult Playmate for your RP experience.  So go grab a tracker and get started.  And when you see a staff member, tell 'em Josh sent ya.   You'll be glad you did.

Be there! Aloha!!

JB

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LUXE Paris LOOK of the YEAR THE CROWN to VANESSAJANE!

After months of waiting and suspense, LUXE Paris finally has its new ambassador! VanessaJane won the prestigious LOOK of the YEAR tiara and the impressive L$50,000 prize pool that went with it! In her wake, the first runner-up, TwinkieBean, and the second runner-up, WyattFrost!

PHOTOS by ALE CHUN

The winner, a pretty Scottish girl with dramatic elegance, is (surprise!) a pure product of the LUXE Paris LOOK of the YEAR competition. It is thanks to her first selection in the 2022 finale that she received a gift certificate from L'Amour University of Fashion and learned the basics of virtual modeling. From there, it only took her a few years to climb to the top step of the podium!

Vanessa distinguished herself interpreting the legendary style of fashion icon Coco Chanel. Using LUXE Paris clothing and Zuri jewelry as required by the competition, she added a bolero that she created herself!

"I love everything that is creative" confided this top model who is also a builder and photographer in Second Life.

"And I would love to participate in the creation of LUXE Paris fashion."

A wish that could well come true because LUXE Paris has a reputation for opening its doors wide for its ambassadors.

TwinkieBean & WyattFrost,

First and second runners up!

The first runner-up, TwinkieBean, made a name for herself by paying tribute to Zuri Rayna, the official jeweler of the LOOK of the YEAR competition.

"Everyone says Zuri has the charm and sophistication of a modern princess," Twinkie explained. "So I went for a regal, rich and decadent style!"

In a twist, WyattFrost, the only male to make it to the finals of this unisex competition, came in third place ahead of all the spectacular female beauties. Wyatt was honoring the unforgettable style of Frolic Mills, the SL fashion giant who was taken by cancer last fall. 

"I didn't have the chance to know Frolic personally but I know from speaking to others that he will be greatly missed" Wyatt said, featuring Frolic's legendary white hair and celebrity glasses.

"But his legacy, the solid and prolific roots of SL fashion industry, lives on in what we do today and what we create for the future.”

We must also take our hats off to all the finalists because their talent combined with their passion gave rise to a great fashion moment! Ame Morningstar, Aria Absinthe, Kitty Darkrage, EleanorJean, Girasolmx, Jude Tatham, Keira Rhapsody and Tilly Opaline were all magnificent. They presented LUXE Paris fashion with respect for the brand but also with innovative and impactful creativity.

An impressive production

It is in an impressive production by One On One agency that the eleven LOOK of the YEAR finalists walked before the jury for the selection of the new LUXE Paris ambassador. 

The catwalk, created by Lorez Aichi, was extraordinarily elegant, carved in white and gold marble and decorated with a Hayabusa garden by Mitsuko Kitory. The whole thing was a real showcase for the finalists and for LUXE Paris and Zuri fashion.

Now in its ninth year, the LUXE Paris LOOK of the YEAR competition has established itself as one of SL’s most prestigious fashion competitions largely due to its impressive and multifaceted jury, which ensures an open mind and a fair decision. The 16 LOOK of the YEAR judges select both semi-finalists and grand finalists, overseeing the competition from start to finish.

Composing the LOOK of the YEAR jury: Adonis Lubomir, owner of Swank Events and the famous groups Womenstuff and Menstuff, Avalon Chrome, LOOK of the YEAR 2020 and now designer at LUXE Paris, Blueyes Bonetto, owner of the Latin Quarter, sim host of the finale, and music director of LOOK of the YEAR events, Chemak Kamala, owner/editor of SL Confidencial, the Spanish community magazine, Dante Lisa, owner of Miss & Mister Elegance, Diana Balhaus, co-owner of One On One Agency, producer of LOOK of the YEAR events, Hunipet Delicioso, outgoing ambassador of LUXE Paris, Hyaecinte, LUXE Paris Communications director, Lanai Jarrico, owner/editor of SLEnquirer.com, Second Life’s longest-running news source, Lali Arbizu, co-Owner of One On One Agency and LOOK of the YEAR Finalists' Director, Mitsuko Kitory, owner/designer of Hayabusa, SL’s most beautiful plants, and creator of the luscious garden surrounding the runway, Naar Absinthe, LOOK of the YEAR 2017, owner of In-Nova Academy, mentor with a formidable reputation, Ponchituti Boucher, co-owner of One On One Agency, LOOK of the YEAR Executive Producer and living fashion legend, and the jewels designer Zuri Rayna, another gem shining on the fashion stars’ billboard.

We can watch the grand finale LUXE Paris LOOK of the YEAR again on SL4Live-TV channel on YouTube at LUXE Paris LOOK of the YEAR 2024 // Grande Finale #secondlife2024 #secondlife (youtube.com)

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Grand Opening of the Red Pug Pub - we are hiring!!!

 

we are hiring DJ's ( classic rock , oldies, blues ), also host/hostess. We are a classic rock, oldies, blues venue. We have 2 dance floors with a old pub charm. We also have stores for rent cheap!!!! If you need help contact the owner - MadCatClaudia Restless. Application - https://forms.gle/cT9sMnQt2f6LfdKc8 Response with in 24 hours.

Landmark - http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Shadowholt/33/31/23

We are Hiring! - https://forms.gle/cT9sMnQt2f6LfdKc8

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This weekend, try the ZEN METAL SeeKin test!

 

Step into the Fun with ZEN METAL SeeKin: Find Your Perfect Match on the Grid

Sebastyne Alpha, Creator of ZEN METAL and SeeKin, dares you find out the rules to a game you've been playing your whole first and second life. So, you think you’ve seen it all in Second Life (SL), huh? Tried every relationship tool out there and still not convinced anything new could make a difference? Well, I’ve got news for you: The ZEN METAL SeeKin test is here to prove you wrong. Recently featured in the SL Enquirer, this tool is about to flip your cynical view of virtual relationships on its head—and I dare you to try it. ZEN METAL SeeKin isn’t just another matchmaking service; it’s a game—a fun, engaging way to figure out who actually gets you. Whether you’re looking for friends, romance, or just someone to shoot the breeze with, SeeKin helps you find people who don’t just tolerate your quirks but actually appreciate them. If you think that sounds too good to be true, I double dare you to take the test and see for yourself. Why You Should Stop Rolling Your Eyes and Give SeeKin a Go

Yes, I know what you’re thinking: “Another test? Really?” But here’s the thing—ZEN METAL SeeKin is new, and that’s why it’s exciting! This isn’t about changing yourself to fit someone else’s mold; it's about finding out that 'being annoying' isn't a gender trait. It’s about finding people who see the world the way you do. If you’re tired of the same old SL relationship drama, SeeKin offers a fresh start. And let’s be honest, wouldn’t it be nice to connect with someone who actually understands you? But before you start planning your pixel wedding, let’s keep it real. The biggest danger with SeeKin is that your first match might feel like Mr. or Mrs. Right simply because they’re not entirely wrong for you. We’re so used to getting dragged into relationships with the exact opposite type of thinker that meeting someone who actually aligns with your values can feel like a huge relief. But hold your horses—it’s worth waiting a little while longer before you start picking out virtual china patterns. At the end of the test, you’ll get a special ring—your secret weapon for finding compatible avatars anywhere on the grid. Whether you’re hanging out at a club, exploring a new sim, or just shopping, this ring will help you spot people who actually vibe with you. It’s like having a backstage pass to the best connections SL has to offer, no matter where you go. What’s Next? Stay Tuned, and Stop Being a Skeptic! Look, I’m not going to spoil all the fun, but let’s just say SeeKin is just the beginning. There’s a lot more in store, and trust me, you’ll want to be in the loop. But for now, focus on having a blast with SeeKin—because who says finding your tribe can’t be a little bit of fun? Seriously, stop being so skeptical and jump in. Ready to Prove Yourself Wrong?

The ZEN METAL SeeKin test is now available on a dedicated parcel in Zindra. What is the best part? It’s free! Grab the HUD, follow the instructions, and get ready to unlock a whole new level of fun in SL. With your SeeKin ring on your finger, you’ll be able to find like-minded people wherever you go—making SL feel like the playground it’s meant to be. So, what are you waiting for? Let’s turn your SL experience up a notch. Jump into SeeKin and connect with people who make you feel like you’ve finally found your place. Go ahead, I dare you.

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Tyrell%20Mono/222/29/2498

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THE NEW AVARICE... SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5TH... 4PM-10PM SLT

Join us, this Saturday, September 7th, as we celebrate the NEW era of Avarice! This is a party you absolutely don’t want to miss!

We've got an amazing lineup of talented DJs and hosts, featuring: DJ MERCIE and Mazikeen ◈4-6pm SLT◈ DJ ARWEN ◈6-8pm SLT◈ DJ MADAM MEL ◈8-10pm SLT◈ DJ VICTORIA ◈10-MIDNIIGHT SLT◈ And while you're here, don't forget to check out our NEW, stunning full adult sim, open to the public and built-in PBR for a full lag-free environment, Lovense-enabled furniture, and a beautiful resort with picturesque scenery, perfect for photo ops! Experience SL’s hottest nightlife, epic parties, and the sexiest crowds. Come dance the night away at Avarice, where the party never stops!

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Avarice/24/166/23

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