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Colossal Productions Launches, Transforming Event Experiences in East Tennessee
Specializing in sports watch parties, corporate events, municipal gatherings, weddings, and private celebrations, Colossal Productions is carving out a niche in the region by combining professional planning with state-of-the-art audiovisual technology.
“We want to give our clients more than just an event—we want to give them an experience they’ll never forget,” said co-founder Dan Benedict, University of Tennessee alumnus and lifelong sports enthusiast.
A Complete Event Solution
Colossal Productions provides delivery, setup, and full technical support for its large-screen LED systems and premium PA setups. Each system includes a dedicated power supply, Starlink internet, and streaming access, ensuring unmatched experiences in East Tennessee.
Clients can choose from core packages or enhance their event with customizable add-ons such as:
Tents, tables, chairs, décor, and lighting
Outdoor heating and cooling solutions
Half-time performances, raffles, and auctions
Catering and ABC-certified bartending services
“We don’t just set up equipment—we create an environment where people can connect and celebrate,” added co-founder Jon Kluever.
Vision and Growth
Colossal Productions’ mission is to deliver seamless planning and unforgettable entertainment through superior audiovisual setups, creative design, and exceptional service. Its vision is to become the leading event company in East Tennessee, recognized for curating memorable, community-driven experiences and building strong partnerships with municipalities, universities, local venues, and corporate clients.
Inspired by Sports, Community, and Innovation
The idea for Colossal Productions began with two UT alumni, Benedict and Kluever, both avid Vols fans, who envisioned bringing people together to celebrate sports and community in new, unforgettable ways. That vision expanded when Adrienne Place, a Middle Tennessee State University College of Media and Entertainment graduate, joined the team. With her expertise in media, technology, and social engagement, Colossal Productions has grown beyond backyard watch parties to include large-scale corporate gatherings, weddings, festivals, and municipal events.
“Today’s audiences expect more than just screens and speakers — they want a fully immersive experience,” said Adrienne Place, co-founder of Colossal Productions. “By integrating cutting-edge technology with thoughtful event design, we’re creating seamless, engaging environments where people can connect, celebrate, and make lasting memories.”
Official Debut with Rivalry Thursday
Colossal Productions officially debuted on August 28, 2025, in partnership with Pack Man Sports Production. This season, the company’s LED Video Wall is featured at Rivalry Thursday, bringing the live stream onto the field during each Thursday night high school football game and during the Rivalry Playoffs in November.
Rivalry Thursday and Friday showcase East Tennessee regional and non-regional high school football matchups live on YouTube, WBIR-TV Plus, Fox-43’s The KNOX, and additional regional broadcast outlets, with pre-game coverage beginning at 6:30 p.m. EST throughout the Fall 2025 season.
About Colossal Productions LLC
Colossal Productions LLC is an East Tennessee-based entertainment company specializing in immersive sports watch parties, corporate functions, municipal events, weddings, and social celebrations. With massive LED video walls, premium PA systems, Starlink-powered streaming, and full-service planning, Colossal Productions delivers seamless, stress-free experiences tailored to each client’s vision.
Learn more at: www.colossalproductions.com
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Author Releases Novel About First Responder’s Life After 9/11 at No Cost
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Author Erin Strong is offering her novel "She Never Left Ground Zero: A Novel of Courage, Love, and the Hidden Cost of 9/11" as a free download through September 30, according to the announcement. No registration, email address, purchase, subscription, or review is required, and coincides with the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks.
The novel is fiction but draws on the real experience of an NYPD officer, per the announcement. It centers on Sofia Vega, an NYPD officer whose work amid the smoke and debris in the aftermath leads to lasting consequences she and her family must face. Strong has said she wanted to write about what happened to first responders and their families after press coverage of the attacks faded — a theme that echoes a broader body of anniversary-year 9/11 literature, including nonfiction essay collections and survivor accounts published or reissued around the same milestone.
According to Strong, "I wanted to tell a deeply personal story about what happened after the television cameras moved on." "Many first responders and their families continued living with the consequences of September 11 for years. This novel honors their courage, their sacrifices, and the people who loved them through it all."
The free download is available at sheneverleftgroundzero.com. The book will also remain for sale on Amazon and other retailers after the promotional window closes. Strong’s team can be reached through the same website or by phone.
Studio CarryOnHarry Perspective
At Studio CarryOnHarry, we see Strong’s September timing as a textbook example of anniversary marketing strategy. Major commemorative dates like the 25th anniversary of 9/11 generate enormous search volume and media attention—precisely when potential readers are already thinking about the subject matter. By anchoring a free promotion to this peak-interest window, authors capture visibility they’d need to spend significantly on advertising to achieve otherwise. The counterintuitive logic: giving away the book for free during high-traffic periods can actually drive more long-term sales than traditional paid campaigns, because it builds audience reach, generates word-of-mouth momentum, and establishes the title in readers’ minds before the promotional window closes. When the book returns to paid status in October, those who downloaded it free become natural candidates for follow-up engagement—reviews, recommendations, and future purchases. It’s a calculated play on consumer psychology and search behavior that extends the book’s commercial lifespan well beyond September.
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New Fantasy Novel Explores Orphan’s Journey Through Magic and Danger
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Author C. A. Ballard has released a debut fantasy novel, "The Lost Legacy," following a young orphan protagonist drawn into a battle against a malevolent force seeking to strip the world of its magical power, according to the publisher’s announcement.
The book comes from Newman Springs Publishing, a New Jersey-based author-services publisher that works with writers across genres to produce and distribute their books; the company is handling both publication and promotion for the title. The novel is available in stores and through major digital retailers, including Amazon, Apple, Google Play and Barnes & Noble.
According to the publisher, Zara must safeguard her sibling while partnering with an ensemble of fantastical beings including fae warriors, mythical creatures, and magical beings to combat darkness — against an antagonist seeking to strip the world of its magic.
Ballard, described in the release as a wife, mother and grandmother with a background in accounting and medical billing, said medical challenges led her to pursue creative endeavors. "I wanted to craft deeply engaging stories about everyday individuals finding remarkable capabilities within themselves," Ballard said in a statement. "Zara’s story is about finding your tribe, embracing your power, and refusing to surrender to darkness." The publisher’s announcement notes additional projects from Ballard are already in development.
There is no independent review coverage of "The Lost Legacy" available yet; retail listings confirm the book’s publication details but do not offer critical assessment. Readers interested in the book can find purchase links through the publisher’s website or major retailers.
Studio CarryOnHarry Perspective
At Studio CarryOnHarry, we recognize that Ballard’s ensemble approach—layering fae warriors, mythical creatures, and magical beings alongside a resourceful orphan protagonist—speaks directly to a defining shift in contemporary fantasy publishing. Today’s YA and new-adult readers expect worldbuilding that extends beyond a single chosen one; they crave diverse supernatural allies and complex team dynamics that reflect both traditional mythology and modern storytelling sensibilities. Zara’s "finding your tribe" arc taps into this broader cultural moment where belonging and chosen family rival the hero’s individual journey. As the fantasy market continues to reward narratives emphasizing collective strength over solitary heroism, Ballard’s decision to populate her world with multiple fantastical perspectives positions "The Lost Legacy" within reader expectations that have reshaped the genre over the past five years. This matters because debut authors who understand—and authentically execute—these ensemble-driven narratives are better positioned to build engaged readerships from launch.
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