Monday, August 27, 2012

Mark Farner In Detroit [2012]

Detroit's Rockin' On The Riverfront [Aug. 17, 2012]

More On Face Book:

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=4255831710632&set=vb.1131016080&type=2&theater

Sunday, March 25, 2012

Mark Farner Emerges From Canvas::Portrait Of An Artist By An Artist!

Artist Nixon Johns, trained under 3 masters, "keeps good" on his promise to teach!

From his You Tube Channel: "Nixon Johns Art Channel" he takes us with him as he Masterfully creates a portrait of Mark Farner with abounding beauty.

CREATING A PALETTE, KEEPING YOUR PAINTS WET AND MAKING A BASE COLOR LIKE THE MASTERS:

PENCIL WORK AND TIPS FOR MARK FARNER PORTRAIT

UNDERSTANDING THE COLD SPOTS IN FLESH:

HOW TO MIX FLESH COLORS:

This blogger is blown away by the results! An amazing accomplishment by Mr. Johns, Breath taking! A Masterpiece of Mark! Bravo! And Thanks

For more pictures of the finished product and other amazing works, Go to the Face Book Nixon Johns LIKE Page:

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Nixon-Johns/314002588644985

Sunday, March 18, 2012

Mark Farner's Messenger:::Mark Movie T-Shirt:::We're An American Brand!

Have you seen the new T-shirt made for the New Movie/Rockumentary? Go to the Gallery~Perks Page and check out what you get for getting involved with this great Farner film! http://www.indiegogo.com/Im-Your-Captain-The-Mark-Farner-Story?c=gallery

For a donation you can help with the indie film and own an Eastwood Messenger guitar and get it signed by Mark Farner in person! This is a priceless perk! (Donated by Phil DeGarcia)

They have already given away Celestial Effects Pedals so, watch for many more contests and incentives on the "Mark Farner Story: I'm Your Captain" Page!

http://www.indiegogo.com/Im-Your-Captain-The-Mark-Farner-Story?c=home

Sunday, March 4, 2012

From The Farner Flick : T-Shirt Reveal: Here's the Tee You've Been Waiting To See!

From Director Joanne Codi, Mark Farner Movie T-shirt Reveal:

Joanne Codi posted an announcement

Aren’t they FANTASTIC!
What a gorgeous design by Mark Hooks…thank you Mark!
These beautiful T-shirts are made right here (of course) in the good ol’ USA!!! Current sizes are Sm, Med, Lg, XL and XXL. Should anyone need a size not offered here, or if you want children’s sizes, let me know and I’ll do my best to accommodate your needs. All monies raised from these Tee Shirts go directly to funding this movie. Buy em’ for all your rockin’ loved ones!

This Rockursocksoff Rockumentary T-shirt is a Perk for your pledge! See a whole pile of perks for your pledge at the IndieGoGo campaign page!

What a Rock’n Bod! PLEDGE: $75 Receive an official commemorative “I’m Your Captain – The Mark Farner Story” movie T-shirt and a movie credit in the Special Thanks section on the official movie website. They put my name and your name here!

You Really Rock! PLEDGE: $100 Receive BOTH a personally autographed photo of Mark Farner and the official commemorative “I’m Your Captain – The Mark Farner Story” movie T-shirt, plus a movie credit in the Special Thanks section on the official movie website.

Blogger's Note: I am so excited about this movie! Farner finally gets some well deserved recognition for his talents and contributions to the Hard Rock Evolution. The movie will let us get to know him in a way only a movie can! Just like in the 70's, let's get behind this awesome effort that we believe in! Help us to generate the funding to: "Get This Thing On The Move!"

~Suez

Friday, February 24, 2012

Mark Farner~I'm Your Captain~Contest Giveaway On Face Book!

Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah ENTER THE “I’M YOUR CAPTAIN”The Mark Farner Story Rockumenatry Fundraiser/ Giveaway!

The spoils of Victory are Dazzling To The Senses!

~~Video~~

WHY THOSE TWO PEDALS?! BECAUSE THEY ARE MARK FARNER’S FAVORITE! YES, THE MARK FARNER OF GRAND FUNK RAILROAD!
Celestial Effects and I are teaming up once again but this time, it is to raise awareness and possibly provide help for the Rockumentary….

“I’m Your Captain- The Mark Farner Story”

~Celestial Effects

TO ENTER, YOU JUST HAVE TO DO A FEW THINGS…..

Step 1- Click indiegogo campaign page and watch the trailer for the movie. After you've been moved to donate, Click the LIKE button…. once you click the LIKE button a dialog box will appear allowing you to post the fundraising link to your facebook Home. By doing so you've just helped with the fund raiser! Thank you!

Step 2- You'll need to "Like" both the “I’m Your Captain” and the Celestial Effects FB pages These "Like" buttons both appear on the http://www.fuzzboxgirl.com/contests/ PAGE as well as the separate links included here.

STEP 3 – On the “I’m Your Captain” Facebook wall, you must type: “MARK FARNER IS MY CAPTAIN”

You are entered easy as that!

ONE LUCKY WINNER WILL BE RANDOMLY CHOSEN ON FRIDAY, MARCH 9TH….. WHICH IS ONLY ABOUT 2 WEEKS AWAY!

Monday, February 13, 2012

Mark Farner "I'm Your Captain" ~ The Movie~ Get On Board His Ship!

CONTRIBUTE NOW

Perks for your contribution:

You Rock! PLEDGE: $25 Receive our gratitude and special thanks (every dollar counts!) and a movie credit in the Special Thanks section on the official movie website.

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Who’s Your Captain? PLEDGE: $50

Receive a personally autographed photo of Mark Farner with his personal message to you and a movie credit in the Special Thanks section on the official movie website.

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What a Rock’n Bod! PLEDGE: $75

Receive an official commemorative “I’m Your Captain – The Mark Farner Story” movie T-shirt and a movie credit in the Special Thanks section on the official movie website.

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You Really Rock! PLEDGE: $100

Receive BOTH a personally autographed photo of Mark Farner and the official commemorative “I’m Your Captain – The Mark Farner Story” movie T-shirt, plus a movie credit in the Special Thanks section on the official movie website.

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"Some Kinda Wonderful" PLEDGE: $250

Enjoy a collectible piece of rock cinema art. Receive an official, specially autographed movie Poster, signed by Mark Farner, Director Vinny Straggas, and many of the famous rock stars that appear in the film, plus a movie credit in the Special Thanks section on the official movie website.

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Made In America! PLEDGE: $350

Receive a special limited edition, pre-released, numbered DVD, complete with out-takes and additional footage only found on this special indieGoGo edition and autographed by Mark Farner and the film’s director, Vinny Straggas. This DVD will not be sold publicly.

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Rock On Witya Bad Self! PLEDGE: $500

Receive BOTH the special limited edition, pre-release, numbered DVD, PLUS, the official Movie Poster signed by Mark Farner, Director Vinny Straggas, and many of the famous rock stars that appear in the film, plus a movie credit in the Special Thanks section on the official movie website.

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The Rockin' Librarian! PLEDGE: $1,200

Receive a custom "Mark-Farner, "Librarian" effects pedal by Celestial Effects. This pedal ensemble (designed by Mark Farner), contains 4 effects and uses cutting edge technology and is housed in an ultra light travel case (weight is equal to 1.5 pedals) making it the ultimate travel companion for serious guitarists. This multi-effects pedal is made exclusively for Mark Farner by Celestial Effects and is not available to the public - EXCEPT through this fundraiser and your pledge.

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Rock n' Roll Fantasy! PLEDGE: $2,500

Get a Pair of Tickets to the Rock n’ Roll Fantasy Camp "All-Star Celebrity Concert", w/ Aerosmith's Steven Tyler, at the Playboy Mansion in CA! Meet n’ Greet Rock Stars, Playboy Bunnies, & Hollywood Celebrities! Package includes: One-night stay at the Hilton Universal Hotel, Admission for 2 to the Playboy Mansion Rock n' Roll Fantasy Camp Concert, and 2 rock camp T-shirts. Enjoy a tour of the grounds, FREE hors d’oeuvres, dinner, desert & OPEN BAR! Free Parking and Shuttle to the mansion.

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For The People! PLEDGE: $5,000

2 VIP Tickets & Backstage Passes to a future Mark Farner concert of *your choice (Travel not included. Not valid for Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp concerts). Includes: Dinner with Mark and his Band the night before the show, hotel accommodations for 2 nights - the night before the show and night of the show, two premium concert seats and VIP credentials to visit the band backstage for a special meet n’ greet. *Show dates subject to change and must be approved by Stellar Entertainment Group,

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Can I Get A Witness? PLEDGE: $10,000

Receive 2 VIP movie premiere tickets and 2 private movie reception passes (including after-party) to premiere location of your choice – Boston, LA or Detroit! Hang out with Mark and his band and party like a Rock Star! Your name will be listed the Movie’s End Credits…and your party photo, taken at the After-Party, will be included in the photo montage, to be added post-production, and appear after the end credits on the actual retail version of "I'm Your Captain - The Mark Farner Story!

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Closer To Home! PLEDGE: $20,000

Become an Executive Producer: Receive full film credits at the beginning and end of the film! This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to become part of rock n' roll history. You'll be invited on set. Appear in the movie! Choose from 3 locations: BOSTON, LOS ANGELES, or DETROIT. You and your guest will ride-in-style in Mark Farner’s limousine w/Director Vinny Straggas to your movie premiere. You'll walk the red carpet, & attend the Reception & After-Party! *Travel, food, lodging not included

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Other Ways You Can Help

You can help us get the word out and create interest and involvement by telling your friends and associates about our campaign. Use the share tools and spread the love! Help us reach beyond our goal! Thank you.

Thursday, February 2, 2012

Mark Farner On The Cover Of Russia's "In Rock" Magazine!

Last year Mark was in Moscow, Russia with the only concert at the Milk Club. It was really great! ~Alexander Zheleznov

For pictures and an exciting review go to Mark's FanZone at: easybreezes.com

Monday, January 30, 2012

Sinn-Ah-Wah Custom Wah-Wah Pedal Built For Farner Funk-Shon!

With Funk Function In Mind::Celestial Effects Presents;

Mark Farner's Custom Built Wah-Wah Pedal

Looks like Mark is gearing up for a great year!
Buy Mark Farner Official Gear Click Here!

Sunday, January 15, 2012

Click In When Mark Talks: "All things Sixx String"

“ALL THINGS SIXX STRING”

TUESDAY JAN. 17th, 2012

OUR SPECIAL GUEST

WILL BE

MARK FARNER

From

GRAND FUNK RAILROAD

8:00 p.m. And Midnight E.S.T.

And

5:00 p.m. And 9:00 p.m. P.S.T.

Live From:

http://www.livefromrocknrollranch.com/?page_id=36

Saturday, January 14, 2012

Mark's New Stomp Box~Custom Pedal By Celestial Effects!

Looks like the creative staff at Celestial Effects are thrilled to be building a special light weight but, for Hard Rock pedal for Grand Funk Railroads Ace guitar player Mark Farner!

Custom PC board for Mark Farner

Prototype For Mark Farner Pedal

Production PCB For Mark Farner Pedal

Four In One

Celestial Effects
Conceptual Artwork Drawing for the custom Mark Farner "The Librarian" pedal ... I'M GETTING CLOSER TO MY HOME :)

Celestial Effects Mark Farner prototype pedal built and working. It will be called "The Librarian" per Mark who is a Libra and this pedal is "A Library" of Celestial Effects Pedals.

Finished Product as the Librarian~Mark Farner American Rock Legend!