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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

40 Watt Hype gets the nod from BLENDER MAGAZINE!!

FRESNO, Calif. (Aug. 24, 2004) --  40 Watt Hype's musical reach continues to grow as Blender Magazine, a spin off of Maxim Magazine, has chosen to include a song from 40 Watt Hype's latest album, Grand Unification Theory, in its compilation CD of the "8 Hottest Unsigned Bands in the Country."

The bilingual 40 Watt Hype song"La Sombra" was selected to be on the Blender compilation album, which is attached to the front cover of the September issue of BLENDER, featuring Usher.

"Its great to represent Fresno and the music community here on a national level," said Awall, who rocks the stage with Vagabond on a consistent basis. "We can only gain from great exposure."

Awall said the whole band is stoked to get the recognition.

"We're all excited about the new Blender issue. It feels great to be recognized for your music and hard work," Awall said. "To be named one of the '8 hottest unsigned bands in the country' is an honor."

40 Watt Hype's latest album, Grand Unification Theory, is available online through www.audiolunchbox.com, www.cdbaby.com and digital music files are available through iTunes and MusicMatch, among many others.

People also can check out 40 Watt Hype at one of their next shows:

- Saturday Aug. 28 @ Zen Sushi. Music starts at 9 p.m., 18 and over (Los Angeles)

- Friday Sept. 10 @ Arte Americas in Fresno, 7 to 9 p.m. General Admission - $5; Students, Members - $3

- Saturday Sept. 25 @ Starline in Fresno. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. Music starts at 9:30 p.m. ALL AGES!

40 Watt Hype is a neo hip-hop band that combines elements of Latin, Soul and R&B creating a new, fresh and commanding sound with tremendous crossover success.  For more information, visit www.40watthype.com.

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