FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Howard Bloom Selects Rob McConnell’s Music as Official Theme Song of The Howard Bloom Institute
St. Catharines, Ontario – October 2, 2025 – Rob McConnell, President & CEO of REL-MAR McConnell Media Company and host of the internationally syndicated ‘X’ Zone Radio/TV Show, has received high international recognition from acclaimed author and cultural icon Howard Bloom.
Bloom, the multi-award-winning author, modern-day thinker, and the man who “accidentally invented the 60’s,” is renowned for his work with some of the greatest names in music history, including Michael Jackson, Billy Joel, Prince, ZZ Top, Bob Marley, Aerosmith, Paul Simon, AC/DC, Queen, Run DMC, Billy Idol, and Joan Jett.
After listening to McConnell’s original musical work, “Howard Bloom Accidentally Invented the 60’s – By Rob McConnell,” Bloom responded with the following message late Wednesday evening:
“Rob—I just listened to ‘Howard Bloom Accidentally Invented the 60’s – By Rob McConnell’ and it is moving, a testament to friendship, and an amazing piece of music. Could we use it as the theme song of the Howard Bloom Institute? Could I have a file of it? Meanwhile, we will social network it. With warmth and oomph—Howard.”
A Testament to Friendship and Creativity
Rob McConnell and Howard Bloom have shared a close friendship for more than 25 years. McConnell’s composition was both a tribute and recognition of Bloom’s extraordinary influence on culture, creativity, and music history.
“Receiving this message from Howard is both humbling and inspiring,” said McConnell. “For him to want to use my composition as the official theme song of The Howard Bloom Institute is a profound international honor. It shows the power of friendship, creativity, and the lasting impact Howard continues to make in the world.”
About Howard Bloom - www.HowardBloom.net
Howard Bloom has been called “the Einstein, Newton, Darwin, and Freud of the 21st century” by Britain’s Channel 4 TV. His groundbreaking work spans science, culture, and philosophy. He is also celebrated for shaping the careers of some of the biggest music legends of all time. His influence continues through the Howard Bloom Institute, a global platform dedicated to advancing innovative thought and cultural evolution.
About Rob McConnell - www.rel-mar.com
Rob McConnell is President & CEO of REL-MAR McConnell Media Company, headquartered in St. Catharines, Ontario. He is the creator and host of The ‘X’ Zone Radio/TV Show, The ‘X’ Zone Broadcast Network (XZBN), and The ‘X’ Chronicles Newspaper, internationally recognized platforms covering science, the paranormal, and alternative thought. REL-MAR is also home to REL-MAR Music International, Digital Art & Design, and multiple broadcast networks including The Mutual Broadcast Network and TalkStar Radio Network.
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