LOS ANGELES CA -- Political writer David Rieff once famously opined that he found the "mystique" of Los Angeles, the "ideal of Eros, Arcadia, Material Wealth, and American Exceptionalism," going strong in recent years -- only now that myth rests on those in "the pleasure dome of solitude and gleaming careers." While "solitude" may be a debatable exponent of any Angeleno's life these days, there can be no denying that in the days ahead, few careers in L.A. will be burning brighter than those of WICKED PICTURES' elite team of contract superstars -- legendary Wicked Girls STORMY DANIELS, JULIA ANN, JESSICA DRAKE, CARMEN HART, and KIRSTEN PRICE -- as they initiate a promotional blitz that will see the ladies taking to the radio airwaves and appearing at no less than four distinctly unique, highly publicized events.
The excitement is set to begin Thursday, June 22nd, when Wicked glamazons jessica, Carmen, and Kirsten, fresh from shooting their explosive new erotic crime thriller MANHUNTERS, will roll guns blazing into the studios of L.A.'s hard-rocking INDIE 103.1 FM at 3:30 p.m. for some witty on-air repartee promoting the Wicked Girls' upcoming appearances at EROTICA L.A. Lucky listeners should also expect to hear the sizzling inside scoop on what it was like to make what's destined to be the year's most spectacular adult film.
Always one to go the distance for a good cause, Carmen will be doing double duty Thursday, turning in a second appearance that evening for B.A.B.E. (short for Breast Awareness Benefits Everyone; they're a non-profit organization that is working to end breast cancer), at their "Babes and Aces Charity Poker Tournament" at the Hollywood Park Casino. Co-sponsored by Wicked Pictures, the event will see Carmen getting her game on at the tables as contract mega-star Stormy makes the scene with her sparkling wit and charismatic presence.
The high voltage star power will gleam even brighter the next day, when Wicked makes its annual appearance at EROTICA L.A. Now celebrating its 10th anniversary, this iconic show has firmly established itself as Southern California's premiere celebration of all that is provocative in popular culture. A veteran exhibitor since the event's inception, Wicked has both watched and participated in the show's growth, and for 2006, the company's acclaimed performers and celebrated directors will once again be on hand to greet the thousands of fans destined to flood the Los Angeles Convention Center from Friday to Sunday, June 23rd-25th.
Wicked's dynamic convention booth, brilliantly emblazoned with the company's stylish 2006 Branding Campaign "WHAT EXCITES YOU," will be THE place this weekend for fans to meet the legendary Wicked Girls, collect autographs, pose for pictures with their favorite stars, and get pampered with promotional DVD samplers, posters, t-shirts, hats, and more. Savvy fans who buy DVDs will also have the opportunity to get them autographed. There will also be special displays of the company's latest Wicked Toys, and of course the booth will showcase the action figures, trading cards, and many other products that make Wicked the most instantly recognizable brand in adult entertainment.
Wicked's acclaimed contract directors BRAD ARMSTRONG, JONATHAN MORGAN, MICHAEL RAVEN, and DAVID STANLEY will be appearing at the booth at various times during the convention, and actor-director RANDY SPEARS is scheduled to appear Sunday from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.
As anyone who's followed Erotica L.A.'s ten year history knows, for Wicked Pictures appearing at the convention usually entails much more than simply hanging out at the booth. From the contract talent to the sales force, from the promotional and design teams to the administrative and support staff, this is one company that genuinely cares about its fans, and they never hesitate to find new and innovative ways to make everyone's ELA experience a memorable one. For 2006, jessica drake and Carmen Hart will be presenting awards together onstage at the First Annual F.A.M.E. Awards, to be held at the convention center Saturday night, June 24th. The F.A.M.E. excitement is certain to be high for Wicked fans, as Stormy is a Finalist in two categories (Favorite Adult Actress and Favorite Breasts) and Brad Armstrong is a Finalist for Favorite Director. And for fans who'll be following the entire three days in cyberspace, industrious Kirsten Price will be bringing her trademark grace, style, and wit to her role as AVN LIVE's official Erotica L.A. Hostess & Interviewer!
But wait, there's more! For those who just can't get enough of the 40 YEAR OLD VIRGIN vixen herself, Stormy will also be holding court Monday night as the host of the exclusive Private Dancer 10 Year Anniversary Gala Monday, June 26th, at 10:00 p.m. at the Century Club in Century City, CA. This posh event is being sponsored by Wicked, and at press time, Julia Ann, Carmen Hart, Kirsten Price, and Randy Spears are scheduled to be attending the show, which is being held to benefit Ace Of California in their efforts to protect and defend the rights of the adult nightclub industry. The Private Dancer Gala includes cocktails at 7 p.m., dinner at 8 p.m., and their awards show at 9 p.m. Following the awards festivities, Private Dancer will also be holding their own Erotica L.A. after party beginning at 10 p.m. For more information, please visit www.privatedancermag.com.
With all this excitement just a day away, pop culture enthusiasts the world over are formally invited to beat the punishing heat outside and bask instead in the charismatic glow of Stormy, Julia, jessica, Carmen, and Kirsten, five new millennium superstars who continue to carve out distinct careers that do, indeed, gleam -- with class, sensuality, and intelligence.
Just like the girls themselves.
