Marani Brands Kicks Off Washington State License Approval as Official Alcohol Sponsor for the Seattle Sound Music Awards (SSMA's)

TUSTIN, CA--(Marketwired - Aug 7, 2014) - Marani Brands (OTC Pink: MRIB) (PINKSHEETS: MRIB) is now approved in Washington state for the sale of Marani Vodka Spirit. The award winning Ultra-Premium Vodka Spirit will kick off its liquor license approval. As official alcohol sponsor at the Seattle Sound Music Awards. This event will allow Marani the exposure needed as the company sets its footprint in Washington State.

The Seattle Sound Music Awards are in full production and set to hit Seattle's Historic Columbia City Theater, August 9, 2014. SSMA's are recognizing Independent and Mainstream Artists who are making an impact in their respective fields; Music, Film, Production, Media/Radio, Sports, and influencing change within their community.

The Seattle Sound Music Awards are highlighting Independent Artists in the music industry with social change in mind, capturing the essence of creating a platform for Indie to shine. The SSMA's will be a livestreaming on behalf of our media partners. Our board is established by Artists, Producers, A&R's, Media/Publicists, DJ's and Industry Executives that have made a significant contribution to the Entertainment Industry as well as the Seattle Community.

Lady Scribe of SRE Media Group, founder and organizer of the Seattle Sound Music Awards, has been outspoken about her mission, expectations of promoting diversity in music, and educating the public on the industry's influencers in addition to giving indie talent a platform for recognition.

We want to thank all of our Supporters & Sponsors on such a great and warm reception for our debut event. We are looking forward to providing you cutting edge entertainment. Ensuring Seattle stays on the mind of music, media and film lovers worldwide!

About Marani Brands Inc.
Marani Brands, Inc. develops, positions, markets and distributes fine wine and spirit products in the United States. Its signature product "Marani Vodka," is an ultra-premium vodka manufactured exclusively for Marani in Armenia. It is made from late-harvest Armenian winter wheat, distilled three times, filtered twenty-five times and then, through a proprietary process, is placed in barrels lined with honey and skimmed dried milk to give it its unique taste. Marani Vodka was awarded the Gold Medal in the prestigious International Spirit Competition, held in San Francisco, California, in both 2004 and 2007 and the coveted Star Diamond Award by the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences in 2008 and 2009. Please enjoy Marani brands responsibly and in moderation.

For more information on Marani Brands: http://www.maranibrands.com

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