Marani Brands Inc. (MRIB)

[Matthew Berg]

Old news and another check for Zodiac Brands and most likely Margrit for a first year, second, non-televised awards show for regional unknown hip-hop performers. But going for YouTube to this show is probably a big step for the performers. Does nothing for Marani. If anything it just extends the streak of cheesey events and promotions.

Meanwhile, another spirits company took the sponsorship that I offered to Marani and will be broadcast both live on a worldwide internet feed this week and again on a 2 hour national broadcast on FOX next weekend. Both great time slots as well. Expected viewing audience for all broadcasts worldwide is expected to be over 10 million. Not to mention the 20,000 in foot traffic at the event where samples and merchandise will be distributed.

Marani must get away from second rate regional promotions and attempt something with a national audience if they are to get any traction. Even if they were to sell 1000 bottles in every state it would only generate a little over $650,000 net. And going one state at a time like they're doing they will be out of business long before they get there considering only two or three states penetrated in almost a year so far and only new container that has obviously not sold through. Margrit said it was paid for, not sold by the way. Big difference and I have a good idea about who paid for the shipment. John Q. Shareholder.