Razor Magazine and AFL team up
June 7, 2005 - Arena Football League (1987-2008) (AFL I) News Release
New York (June 7, 2005) â RAZOR Magazine will host a series of highâprofile, celebrity events in association with the Arena Football League for ArenaBowl XIX taking place in Las Vegas from June 9 to 12, it was announced today by the AFL and RAZOR CEO and Editor-in-Chief RICHARD BOTTO.
"I am pleased with the alliance that has been formed between RAZOR and the AFL," says Botto. "Aligning our two brands is a smart, effective way to reach and influence a very coveted male demographic. RAZOR is proud to be an integral part of ArenaBowl XIX weekend, and we look forward to hosting memorable events for the AFL executives and VIP guests."
"The AFL is thrilled to have RAZOR as a promotional partner during ArenaBowl XIX in Las Vegas," said KEVIN RINKER, AFL VP Operations, Special Events & Team Services. "The blending of our players with celebrities and RAZOR's trendy culture will make for a great party atmosphere for our partners, VIPs and attending celebrities.
RAZOR will first host the "VIP Sideline Lounge" at the ArenaBattle Celebrity Skills Challenge presented by Champs Sports at Orleans Arena on Friday night, June 10. The event will showcase the best the AFL has to offer as players square off in numerous events testing their Arena Football skills. The night will be capped off with the ultimate celebrity flag-football battle, including guests from sports, music and entertainment, Following the ArenaBattle, RAZOR will host "Friday Night Light" - the weekend's exclusive kickoff party at LIGHT in the Bellagio Hotel and Casino.
On Saturday, June 11, the AFL's ArenaBash will take place at MGM Grand Garden Arena featuring a concert including Grammy winners MAROON 5, JOHN LEGEND, GAVIN DEGRAW and LOW MILLIONS. RAZOR is a promotional partner, along with Thilman & Filipini, of the exclusive "Backstage VIP Lounge" where celebrities, AFL VIPs and musicians will be enjoying the show. Upon conclusion of Saturday's concert, RAZOR will host the ArenaBash Official After-Party at Studio 54 at the MGM Grand. This event will be open to the public. Concurrently, RAZOR is partnering with Tabu Ultra Lounge at the MGM Grand to host "Tabu Confidential" - a strictly invitation-only after-party for celebrities.
The weekend culminates in ArenaBowl XIX Las Vegas, the AFL's championship game, which will take place Sunday, June 12 at the Thomas and Mack Center at noon PT on NBC. Celebrities, musicians, and athletes will be in attendance throughout ArenaBowl XIX weekend events.
RAZOR will provide post-event coverage of all ArenaBowl weekend events in an upcoming issue, as well as on its Web site at www.razormagazine.com.
For more details or ticket information about ArenaBowl XIX Las Vegas and the exciting weekend of events, log on to www.arenabowl.com or call 1-866-AFL-TIXS.
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