Rebels, Rhythm, and Zero-Gravity: The Story Behind Band on the Run (Coming Soon!)

What happens when you take a street-smart teenage musician, throw her into a high-stakes chase across Memphis, imprison her in a castle, and launch her into the depths of space? You get Band on the Run, a groundbreaking Young Adult epic where music ignites rebellion, freedom is forged in high orbit, and one girl’s voice becomes a revolution.

Written by entertainment industry veteran Norm Levy, who has worked on major motion pictures at Grumman Studios and across TV, film, and music, Band on the Run is a pulse-pounding blend of heart, grit, and rhythm, from the backstreets of Memphis to the stars above.

At its heart is sixteen-year-old Jenny Brown, a fearless, street-smart musician fighting to survive and to reach her lost little brother, Dak. With her band of runaways, she invents a raw, soul-charged sound called Blues-Bop, turning survival into art and street corners into stages. But when the city enforces a new Salvation Law that sweeps homeless kids off the streets, Jenny and her band are captured and shipped to H.O.M.E. (High Orbit Manufacturing Enterprise), where they are indentured to a billionaire whose dream of building the future hides a ruthless quest to become the world’s first trillionaire, mining asteroids for rare metals.

Armed with nothing but their music, courage, and defiance, Jenny and her crew transform their songs into a spark of rebellion that could unite the counter-rotating habitats of H.O.M.E., upend the system, and change the fate of humanity itself.

More than a story, Band on the Run is the spark—a cultural catalyst meant to inspire a new generation to look beyond Earth, break free from gravity’s hold, and imagine a future where millions, even billions, could one day live, work, and thrive beyond our thin biosphere. Inspired by the visionary ideas of physicist Gerard K. O’Neill, it pays homage to his stellar blueprint for humanity’s expansion into space—self-sustaining worlds powered by innovation, industry, and imagination—and carries forward his boundless vision of expanding ever outward into the stars to secure humanity’s place in the universe.

Blending relentless action, raw emotion, and an original twelve-song soundtrack, Band on the Run is where The Hunger Games meets A Star Is Born in zero-gravity, a world of rebellion, rhythm, and the fight for freedom among the stars. It’s a franchise-ready adventure destined for the page, screen, stage, and even the amusement park—complete with zero-G games, thrilling challenges, and gravity-defying concerts, driven by revolutionary spirit and a voice that refuses to fade.

The stakes are astronomical.
The rhythm is unstoppable.
And the fight for freedom? It has only just begun.

Are you ready to run? 🚀🎸

“The horizon is not behind us, nor ahead—it is above. And those brave enough to rise will find a future brighter than any dawn.” 
Miles Wentworth – H.O.M.E. (High Orbit Manufacturing Enterprise), Founder and CEO 

#BandOnTheRun #YAfiction  #NoPlaceLikeHOME #GalacticConcertEvent

Norm Joins Green Data Corp as Advisor

Norm Levy has joined Green Data Corp as a advisor, helping the company secure tenants and funding for its flagship project, Roswell Information Park, a groundbreaking AI data center campus in New Mexico. The development is purpose-built for Artificial General Intelligence (AGI)-scale computing, where continuous, high-density power and absolute reliability are critical to sustain advanced model training and inference operations.

Roswell Information Park is designed around an ultra-scale microgrid system, providing more than 500 MW of continuous critical load through dual interstate natural gas pipelines, onsite fuel storage, and AI-driven control systems that achieve six-nines reliability. The campus integrates direct-to-chip liquid cooling, geothermal systems, and modular expansion capabilities, setting new benchmarks in efficiency, resilience, and sustainability for next-generation GPU clusters.

In his role, Norm is focused on aligning long-term tenant commitments with Green Data Corp’s phased growth strategy and attracting infrastructure investors, family offices, and technology partners seeking stable, utility-grade returns. His work helps position Roswell Information Park as a cornerstone of America’s emerging AGI infrastructure, where the future of high-performance computing can operate without compromise.

Norm Joins SilverRock as Advisor


Norm Levy has joined the SilverRock Resort redevelopment team in La Quinta, California, as a consultant focused on strategic partnerships, brand integration, and capital strategy. SilverRock represents one of the most ambitious resort and residential projects in Southern California — a 525-acre master-planned destination set against the stunning backdrop of the Santa Rosa Mountains.

Anchored by Montage and Pendry Hotels, the project is being transformed into a world-class community that unites luxury hospitality, wellness, championship golf, and contemporary residential living. With full city backing and entitlements in place, SilverRock is positioned to become the centerpiece of the Coachella Valley’s next era of tourism and lifestyle development.

The new sponsorship group, led by Cypress Equity Investments, has taken control of the project through a court-approved restructuring, bringing institutional execution and fresh vision to a location with extraordinary fundamentals. The plan integrates two iconic hotel brands with branded residences, luxury villas, a 70,000-square-foot events center, and an 18-acre retail and culinary village — all designed to create a vibrant, experience-driven community.

In his role, Levy will advise the SilverRock team on partnerships across sports, media, consumer brands, and technology. His work will help position the project as a model for next-generation destination development, blending innovation, sustainability, and elevated living in one of California’s most sought-after resort corridors.

Norm Consults for World’s Foremost Authority in Cognitive AI, Peter Voss, on Direct Path to AGI

Peter Voss is an AI pioneer renowned for coining the term Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), with his partners at the time, Ben Hortzel (SingularityNET) and Shane Legg (DeepMind founder).  Peter is on track to bring Human-Level AI (AGI) to the world.

Peter adopted a radically different approach to solving “intelligence” by using Cognitive AI, which mimics the human mind. This method does not rely on big data, massive compute power, or statistical AI. Instead, by leveraging a team of AI psychologists and engineers, he aims to overcome the limitations of large language models (LLMs), which are not, in Peter’s hypothesis, the path to achieving human-level AI.

Peter’s alternative path to AGI consumes at least 6 orders of magnitude less resources than GenAI and overcomes all the limitations of LLMs.  

Unlike humans, it takes Aigo less than 3-years to evolve from 4-year-old, where we are now, to a graduate level with its self-learning and meta-cognitive reasoning ability. Once Aigo is at a graduate level, it opens up a whole new set of opportunities that aren’t in the realm of possibilities today.  The impact of AGI on Humanity will be quite astonishing!

  • Boost Human Flourishing
  • Scientific Advancements
  • Economic Growth
  • End of Poverty
  • End of Diseases
  • Radical Longevity 
  • Fusion & Thermal Energies
  • Super Capacitors and so much more.

Creating The Future With Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) With Peter Voss Full Interview

Norm Joins MindFly as Senior Advisor

I am working with an incredible company that is gaining traction, acceptance and demand in live sports.  You may have heard about them or seen ESPN deploy their tech recently; NHL Stanley Cup, NBA All-Star Game Events, Mens NCAA Baseball Worldseries, etc.

MindFly has developed AI-based bodycams that are a complete solution for capturing immersive video and audio from a player’s and referee’s perspective for games and from behind-the-scenes. MindFly transforms raw footage into engaging live feeds and video clips through its advanced AI solution. This technology stabilizes and autonomously directs the raw footage, mimicking the decisions of a human camera operator and director. The result is an entirely new, enhanced, and immersive viewing experience for fans.

The solution is perfect for live TV and social media and works for any sports rights holder – broadcaster, sponsor, leagues, teams and clubs.

Players and referees wear MindFly bodycams, which are vests with integrated cameras, similar to the GPS vests that players are accustomed to wearing. The camera and battery are seamlessly integrated into the vest. Thanks to the vest’s design, players’ safety and performance are maintained, while the content captured is stabilized and automatically directed by the MindFly software. This allows customers to broadcast the footage live or edit the clips for social media and other publishing channels.

Since launching its Live product in early 2024, MindFly has made significant progress by collaborating with broadcasters like ESPN, CBS, and NBC; leagues such as the NBA, MLB,  NHL, World Baseball Series, UFL, Premier League, and Euroleague; and teams including Manchester City FC, Juventus FC, and Redbull Salzburg. The company is now transitioning these commercial engagements into annual agreements. Additionally, MindFly will be offering an end-to-end solution to help teams and leagues create and monetize content, positioning itself as a partner rather than just a technology provider.

“It’s with great appreciation to the Florida Panthers and their willingness to explore Mindfly in the most important time of the year,” says Linda Schulz, coordinating producer, NHL on ESPN. “We are very excited to see a goalie warm up first-hand.”

Here are some links to some events in the last three months (all were paid commercial events)

NBA All-Star 2024
The NBA All-Star event had referees wearing the Live Bodycam during the game.  Our bodycams were also deployed during their Rising Star Challenge events, with the broadcast lasting an exhilarating 4 hours. Of note, star players Donovan Mitchell and Myles Turner also embraced this groundbreaking technology.

NCAA Baseball (Men’s College World Series 2024)

NHL (Stanley Cup Final 2024: ESPN Outfits Florida Panthers Goalie With MindFly AI BodyCam for Pregame Skate)

UFL (American Football)

NCAA All-Star 2024
At the NCAA All-Star event, Mindfly collaborated with ESPN and CBS Sports to deliver an innovative viewing experience. During the event, we provided four simultaneous live feeds capturing the dunking contest with ESPN and two live feeds during the game with CBS the next day. These included seamless transitions to Mindfly’s “court cam” views of the players, enhancing the dynamic coverage of the event.

MLBWe had successful initial events with MLB and we are in discussions for next steps.

Euroleague – player cam official games
It took us one year to do the first official game with a Euroleague player, and only two weeks to do the second official game with two players.

Norm Joins Space Perspective as Consultant

Imagine a world where space travel is not just for astronauts, but for the masses. That’s the future we’ve created at Space Perspective, and we invite you to be part of this groundbreaking journey. Space Perspective is led by experts and visionaries with 35+ years experience in the space industry, who have helped mold the space industry and are at it again to combine exploration with luxury travel. 

Introducing Space Perspective’s Spaceship Neptune, a gentle, safe, contemplative journey gliding to the edge of space in a pressurized capsule elevated by our SpaceBalloon — at a fraction of the price… and completely carbon-neutral.  

But it’s not just about space travel; it’s about entertainment and talent too. We’re in talks with major artists for the “First live streamed concert from space,” and our third capsule will double as a production content studio.

  • Our Team: Our world-record holding team StratEx Jump) has been instrumental in the development of every US human spacecraft for the past 40 years, including every human space balloon flight.
  • Our traction:  Our first capsule is built, and we’re heading into commercialization with over $200M in backlogged ticket sales already.
  • Our Brand Partnerships: We currently have Mercedes Maybach and Mondelez/Oreos, Siemens, Hard Rock and more, which have successfully launched. We’re finalizing a partnership with one of the world’s largest online casinos where they will also be livestreaming the first poker game from space with every who’s who at the table. 

After years of development, we’ve built a space flight experience for all:

  • A transformative luxury experience and a global lifestyle brand
  • A team boasting an unparalleled safety record in spaceflight
  • Accessible to millions of consumers today (and tens of millions tomorrow)
  • A global experience with differentiated flight experiences all over the world
  • An extremely profitable and non-capital intensive business model
  • An insurmountable mote including 12 granted patents, 2 allowed and 12 pending

Norm Joins EDCON (Ethereum Community Developers Conference) as Advisor

Norm joins the EDCON 2024 team, supported by the Ethereum Foundation and Vitalik Buterin. Set to be a landmark event in the blockchain community, EDCON is more than just a conference; it’s a deep dive into the evolving blockchain landscape. This year, we’re bringing the event to Japan, a country at the forefront of tech innovation and a rising leader in blockchain.

Why EDCON 2024 is Unmissable:

  • Seasoned Team: Our team includes one of the co-founders of ETH Denver, ensuring a seamless experience for over 20,000 attendees.
  • Decade of Ethereum: We’re celebrating 10 years of Ethereum with a special reunion of the co-founders, looking ahead to the next decade of innovation.
  • Local Impact: In partnership with the Shibuya government, we’re bringing tangible blockchain use cases to the Japanese community.
  • Global Collaboration: Major Japanese companies like Toyota are keen to explore blockchain integration, opening doors for international collaborations.

With influential figures like Vitalik leading the charge, EDCON 2024 promises to be an inspiring and transformative experience. We’re working closely with the Shibuya government and local organizations to initiate real-world blockchain use cases, setting the stage for impactful discussions and collaborations.

 EDCON 2024 Details:

  • Dates: July 26th – 30th, 2024
  • Location: Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan
  • Venues:
    • July 26-29: Community Events (Tokyo-wide)
    • July 27-28: United Nations University – Limited (Shibuya, Tokyo)
    • July 29-30: Yoyogi National Gymnasium – Main Event (Shibuya, Tokyo)

Norm Joins KINO Studios as Advisor

KINO Studios, the new viral app for film fans just landed in the App Store and has rapidly surpassed 700k monthly engagements. The KINO Studios app is where filmmakers and actors have all the tools to monetize their fan communities during production, turning behind-the-scenes content, special merchandising and promotion into direct revenue streams.  And, by its very nature, it grows an army of superfans (and all the in-app data) to better market and sell their films/shows at the box office and to streamers.

Slow Ventures and Sequoia Capital-backed, founded by a team of veteran founders with multiple exits under their belts, including an entertainment lawyer turned founder, executive producer who has created and sold shows with Kimmel, Damon, Stallone, and more, and CTO who created TSA Pre-Check and led other major tech builds.

Norm Joins FC32 as Business Consultant

FC32 acquires football clubs (soccer teams for us Americans:-) from around the world at all different tiers of performance. We develop players with our proprietary performance methodology, and then move athletes between our clubs for free as they improve. Ultimately, we will sell athletes to the best teams in the world for the player transfer fees. We are doing this for both male AND female athletes.

FC32 is building several proprietary data science platforms including:

  • Player development – focused on athlete performance under pressure
  • Transfer Market analytics – to predict demand for certain players, optimise price, and eliminate free transfers (a mid-tier team has $5-10M a year in lost revenue to free transfers)
  • Fan engagement – focused on segmentation in order to personalise the fan experience

Highlights:

  • 2 team acquisitions have already been secured, and another 3 on the table
  • All teams at 30-70% below market value, with the pinnacle club being acquired on a stock swap (so no cash required)
  • 4 proprietary data science products:
    • Scouting * Player Development * Opposition Analysis * Player Transfer Market Analytics
  • $9.7B player transfer market (for context, the average sale price of a single player into the Premier League is $19.5M).