MONTREAL, Feb. 22, 2005 (PRIMEZONE) -- A.G. Media Group, Inc. (Pink Sheets:AMGJ) announced today its participation in FOX Network's "Renovate My Family" reality television series.
The "Renovate My Family" television series is not just a home-improvement show -- it's a life improvement program that visits families who have encountered some challenge along the way. Whether it is weight issues, physical disabilities or a home that is crumbling, the show purposes to get families back on track and help them forge ahead toward their goals. A panel of makeover professionals -- a stylist, an interior designer, a construction crew, and even experts to re-invent cars and pets -- will help restore and redecorate the lives of families in need. Each episode introduces a new family and chronicles the various steps and outcome of the "renovation".
A.G. Media was approached by Rocket Science Laboratories, the production company behind the series, to provide strategic consult and product for an upcoming episode that will feature a Gospel segment. The episode, which is being filmed this winter, will highlight the Martin Family and feature Sony Urban & Gospel recording artist, Kim Burrell. Ms. Burrell will host the Martin family at her church, the Greater St. Stephen Baptist Church in Houston, Texas.
"We are very glad to be a part of this exciting FOX project," stated Richard Picart, A.G. Media's COO. He continued, "Reaching an estimated audience of 10-12 million viewers per episode, this affiliation with FOX Broadcasting and Rocket Science Laboratories will provide A.G. Media with significant brand positioning."
"Renovate My Family" is aired on the FOX Network and will soon begin its 2005 season. Please check your local listings for time and schedule or the FOX web site at http://www.fox.com.
About A.G. Media Group, Inc.
A.G. Media Group (http://www.agmediagrp.com) was established to become a leading Christian media holding company comprising Christian-based Internet, print and television related content properties and technology development services. A.G. Media is also focused on the development of valuable, high demand content for distribution through multiple media outlets and through its continually growing audience base.
About "Renovate My Family"
The new FOX series, "Renovate My Family" hosted by best-selling author Jay McGraw, son of Dr. Phil McGraw, takes the makeover concept to a new level. This redemptive, uplifting series will give a family the opportunity to make a new start toward a better life by providing the resources and expertise needed to address many important issues in their household. The selected families will receive the experience of top professionals who will pave the way for a successful future in the truest fashion of a complete transformation. Each hour-long prime-time episode on the FOX Network will focus on one family's transformation. More than just a quick once-over, Mom, Dad and the kids will go through a life changing experience designed to astound and engage the viewing audience.
About Rocket Science Laboratories
Rocket Science Laboratories is one of the most successful network television production companies in Hollywood today. The pioneering work done by Rocket Science Labs in the genres of documentary and reality has helped them to establish a reputation for creating high-quality, thought-provoking programming, while achieving landmark ratings. Under the guidance of founding partners Jean-Michel Michenaud and Chris Cowan, Rocket Science Labs has originated some of today's hottest network reality-based franchises, including the smash hits "Joe Millionaire I & II", "Temptation Island I, II, & III" and most recently, "My Big Fat Obnoxious Fiance".
In 2003, Rocket Science Laboratories entered a multi-year overall production deal with the FOX Broadcasting Company.
About FOX Broadcasting Company
Fox Entertainment Group, Inc., the parent company of FOX Broadcasting Company is 82.1% owned by The News Corporation Limited (NYSE:NWS); is principally engaged in the development, production and worldwide distribution of feature films and television programs, television broadcasting and cable network programming. Fox has total assets as of September 30, 2004 of approximately US$31 billion and total annual revenues of approximately US$12 billion. The Company's studios, production facilities and film and television library provide high-quality creative content, and the Company's broadcasting and cable networks provide extensive distribution platforms for the Company's programs.
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