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Robert Johnson and Jeff Beck’s Oxblood Les Paul: Celebrating 50 Years Since Their Rolling Stones Collaboration

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Guitarist and Producer Robert Johnson Reflects on Jeff Beck’s Oxblood Les Paul, 50 Years of Music History, and Upcoming Projects.

Los Angeles, United States, 11th Feb 2025, – Guitarist and producer Robert Johnson discusses his history with Jeff Beck’s OXBLOOD Les Paul guitar, (which just sold for $1,315,708) & the 50th anniversary of Beck & Johnson playing together on the Rolling Stones’ Black & Blue Sessions in Rotterdam.

In June 1972, Robert Johnson purchased a 1953 Les Paul Gold Top guitar from a local Memphis music teacher. That guitar eventually became known as Jeff Beck’s Oxblood Les Paul.  

After purchasing the Les Paul, Johnson had John Evans, the former Boxtops keyboardist, modify the pickups & bridge & Tom Keckler spray painted the guitar at Strings & Things Music Store using auto-paint to match Johnson’s 1960 Oxblood shoes.

Johnson did not like the colour of the guitar & put the guitar on consignment.

On November 7th 1972, Johnson drove to Little Rock to see his friend Billy Gibbons & ZZ Top open a show for Beck, Bogart & Appice, all acquaintances of Johnson. Johnson sold Beck a 1967 Fender guitar in 1971 & had played a studio session with Beck in NYC.

Beck asked Gibbons & Johnson about any good guitars for sale. Johnson replied that he had seventeen, including the Oxblood Les Paul at Strings & Things.  

Beck had a friend take him to Strings & Things the next day. Beck loved the Oxblood Les Paul & his manager bought it.

On January 31st 1975, Johnson saw Jeff Beck and the Oxblood Les Paul together. Johnson & Beck had both been invited to a recording session with The Rolling Stones in Holland, unaware that the other would be attending. Jagger invited Johnson & Richards invited Beck, but neither told the other. Beck’s primary guitar at the session was the Oxblood Les Paul. Beck & Johnson played on several tracks. Neither Johnson nor Beck could have imagined that the guitar would sell for 1.3 million dollars. Beck & Johnson played together for 2 days.

From 1970-1976, Johnson sold guitars to British & American Rock Stars including, Marc Bolan, Robbie Krieger, Andy Powell & Ted Turner (Wishbone Ash), Rory Gallagher, Leslie West, Ronnie Montrose, John Entwistle & over 100 guitars to Guitar Village & Top Gear in London. 

Johnson is currently producing Billy Gibbons on the missing 1971 Albert King Stax record album, featuring the Muscle Shoals Swampers. Johnson is also remixing a live 1973 Lynyrd Skynyrd recording he engineered in Memphis. Both projects will be released by Regent Sound Records in the Summer of 2025. Johnson is also working with  Gail Clifton, Little Anthony, Ann Wilson & Tanya Tucker interviewed by writer-musician

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Backrzone INC: A Global Hub for Crowdfunding Innovation

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Toronto, Canada — Backrzone INC is revolutionizing the way ideas come to life by connecting innovators with passionate supporters worldwide. As a global crowdfunding platform, Backrzone provides entrepreneurs, creators, and changemakers with the tools they need to secure funding, build communities, and bring groundbreaking projects to fruition.

Designed for versatility, Backrzone caters to a diverse range of campaigns, from startups seeking capital to creative professionals launching their next big project. The platform also serves as a powerful resource for social causes, allowing individuals and organizations to raise funds for meaningful initiatives. With a user-friendly interface, advanced campaign management tools, and seamless transaction processing, Backrzone makes it easier than ever to turn visionary ideas into reality.

Backrzone fosters a collaborative environment where backers play a crucial role in shaping the future of innovation. Supporters gain exclusive access to pioneering products, creative works, and impactful social movements while directly contributing to their success. The platform’s commitment to transparency, security, and community engagement ensures a trustworthy experience for both campaign creators and contributors.

With a growing global presence, Backrzone continues to break barriers in crowdfunding by providing a dynamic space where ambition meets opportunity. By bridging the gap between visionaries and their supporters, Backrzone empowers individuals to make a difference—one campaign at a time.

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Femasys Announces UK Regulatory Approvals for FemaSeed® for Female Infertility Treatment and Two Diagnostic Devices

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UK regulatory approval follows FemaSeed, FemVue and FemCerv clearance/approvals in the U.S., Europe, Canada and Israel.

Femasys Inc., (Nasdaq: FEMY), a leading biomedical innovator addressing significant unmet needs in women’s health worldwide, with a broad portfolio of disruptive, accessible in-office therapeutic and diagnostic products, announces the receipt of the Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) approvals for the FemaSeed® Intratubal Insemination product for female infertility treatment and two diagnostic devices, FemVue® for tubal evaluation and FemCerv® for cervical cancer detection.

“This is another key milestone as we expand our reach to the UK following successful approval across Europe for our innovative infertility and cancer detection products.” stated Kathy Lee-Sepsick, Femasys’ CEO. “We remain committed to advancing much-needed options that are safe, effective and cutting-edge for patients globally.”

About FemaSeed
FemaSeed® is an innovative advancement in artificial insemination, designed to enhance fertilization by precisely delivering sperm into the fallopian tube, the natural site of conception. It offers a safe, accessible and cost-effective first-line therapeutic option for infertile women, men and couples seeking pregnancy through insemination. FemaSeed offers a revolutionary alternative to IUI, enabling healthcare professionals to expand their practice services with a more effective approach as demonstrated in the pivotal trial (NCT0468847) for low male sperm count.1 It serves as an affordable, less burdensome and lower-risk first step before IVF. Learn more at www.femaseed.com.

About FemVue
FemVue® is the first FDA-cleared product that creates natural saline and air contrast for a safe, reliable, real-time evaluation of the fallopian tubes using ultrasound. When combined with a uterine cavity assessment, it provides a comprehensive exam in the comfort of the gynecologist’s office. Since FemaSeed infertility treatment requires at least one open fallopian tube, FemVue is an essential companion diagnostic. Learn more at www.femvue.com.

About FemCerv
FemCerv® is the first and only FDA-cleared product purposefully designed to collect a comprehensive and uncontaminated sample in a pain-free office procedure for the detection of cervical cancer. Learn more at www.femcerv.com.

About Femasys
Femasys, an Atlanta-based leading biomedical innovator, develops and commercializes a portfolio of patent-protected, minimally invasive women’s health solutions, all manufactured in the U.S. Our innovative therapeutic and diagnostic products have received global regulatory approvals and are being commercialized in the U.S. and select countries. FemaSeed® Intratubal Insemination, a groundbreaking infertility treatment delivering sperm directly to the site of conception, is U.S. FDA-cleared and approved in Europe, UK, Canada and Israel. FemVue®, a companion diagnostic for fallopian tube assessment via ultrasound, is U.S. FDA-cleared with approvals in Europe, UK, Canada, Japan and Israel. FemCerv®, an endocervical tissue sampler for cervical cancer diagnosis, is U.S. FDA-cleared with approvals in Europe, UK, Canada and Israel. FemBloc® permanent birth control, the Company’s late-stage product candidate, is the first and only non-surgical, in-office, method offering significant benefits over the costly, inconvenient, risk-laden surgical alternative. The pivotal clinical trial (NCT05977751) is now enrolling participants for U.S. approval. FemCath® and FemChec®, companion diagnostic products for FemBloc’s ultrasound-based confirmation test, are U.S. FDA-cleared and approved in Europe and Canada. Learn more at www.femasys.com, or follow us on X, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Reference
1 Liu, J. H., Glassner, M., Gracia, C. R., Johnstone, E. B., Schnell, V. L., Thomas, M. A., L. Morrison, K. Lee-Sepsick (2024). FemaSeed Directional Intratubal Artificial Insemination for Couples with Male-Factor or Unexplained Infertility Associated with Low Male Sperm Count. J Gynecol Reprod Med, 8(2), 01-12.

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Pacific West Academy Announces Relocation to State-of-the-Art Training Facility Elevating Standards in Executive Protection Training

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Pacific West Academy Sets New Standards in Executive Protection Training with State-of-the-Art Facility Relocation in 2025

Van Nuys, California, United States, 11th Feb 2025, Pacific West Academy, the preeminent institution for executive protection training and bodyguard school, is poised to embark on an exciting new chapter with its scheduled relocation to a state-of-the-art facility in 2025. This transition is emblematic of the academy’s steadfast commitment to delivering the highest caliber of close protection training for individuals aspiring to become close protection agents, as well as those seeking to enhance their skills within the industry. The new facility will have cutting-edge technology, spacious classrooms, advanced simulation rooms, and updated equipment. These enhancements will ensure that students have access to the most contemporary tools and techniques in executive protection, thereby positioning them for success in their professional endeavors.

Owned by Advanced Security Concepts, the leading provider of bodyguard training for celebrities and executives in Los Angeles, California, and beyond, Pacific West Academy is devoted to offering unparalleled training in VIP protection. The move to the new facility underscores both Advanced Security Concepts’ and Pacific West Academy’s commitment to providing comprehensive and innovative training opportunities.

“We are enthusiastic about the myriad possibilities that our new facility will present to our students,” stated Oded Krashinsky, owner of Pacific West Academy. “This relocation exemplifies our unwavering dedication to delivering premier training in celebrity protection and ensuring that our students are thoroughly equipped to succeed in the industry.”

In addition to state-of-the-art technology and expanded training environments, the new facility will include a variety of amenities designed to enhance the student experience. These facilities will feature a modern gym, a swimming pool, and a barbecue area, allowing students to relax and rejuvenate between training sessions. Notably, the facility will house one of the largest and most distinctive force-on-force shoot houses in the country, affording students exceptional hands-on training opportunities.

“Our partnership with Advanced Security Concepts is a source of immense pride, and we are honored to perpetuate the legacy of excellence in EP training,” Krashinsky elaborated. “The inclusion of these remarkable facilities will empower us to elevate our training programs and equip our students with the necessary skills and expertise to thrive in the industry.”

For further information regarding Pacific West Academy and its forthcoming relocation to a new state-of-the-art facility in 2025, please visit www.pwa.edu or contact the academy directly at (818) 906-3753.

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