Category Archives: General Posts

A Post Dedicated to Our Friend Phin Johnson

Posted on February 25, 2021 by Erika Icon

Back in January, our friend Phin Johnson died of COVID and a heart attack. The loss has been felt not only by us but also by many in our industry. Phin was the nicest guy and an uber fan of … Continue reading →

Posted in General Posts, Life, The Biz | Tagged AVN, Carmela Clutch, COVID-19, Daily Memphian, fan, industry, Memphis Tigers, Phin Johnson, Rachael Cavalli |

Everyone Is Getting Canceled?

Posted on June 2, 2020 by Erika Icon

A recent Yahoo article discussed how more stars are getting in hot water than ever before (aka canceled), in just the past few weeks. Lana DelRey claimed she was “more unfairly treated than various women of color”. Dojacat is rumored … Continue reading →

Posted in General Posts, The Biz | Tagged celebrities, clients, COVID-19, Dojacat, Ellen DeGeneres, Jeffree Star, knowledge, lady gaga, publicist, rich and fanous, self-control, social media, stars, The rub PR, Yahoo |

What Is a Publicist?

Posted on September 27, 2019 by Erika Icon

This is the most asked question, besides what we do. Many people think we’re agents, managers, and/or even directors or studios. Our job is to get our clients’ names out there, or in simpler terms make them famous. This will … Continue reading →

Posted in General Posts, The Biz | Tagged adult-oriented companies, awards, cam models, career, clip artists, directors, Erika Icon, image, nominations, performers, PR, publicist, studios, The rub PR |

Damage Control…A Reality in PR

Posted on February 19, 2019 by Erika Icon

The adult industry has been part of some pretty awful press for the last year or so for everything from cyber bullying to drugs and beyond. Many times, when someone has bad press, they turn to a publicist or PR … Continue reading →

Posted in General Posts, Mainstream Coverage, The Biz | Tagged bad press, client, cyberbullying, damage control, Erika Icon, image issues, PR, publicist, reputation, The rub PR |

What Talent Agencies Do You Recommend?

Posted on September 5, 2018 by Erika Icon

We get this question a lot. There are a lot of talent agencies out there in the adult realm, so it’s not an easy choice. Based on the happiness of current and past clients, along … Continue reading →

Posted in General Posts, The Biz | Tagged ATMLA, award winners, clients, Erika Icon, industry, integrity, Mark Schechter, OC Modeling, OCM, roster, Sandra McCarthy, talent, talent agencies, The rub PR |

Help Our Clients Get Nommed for Inked Awards

Posted on June 15, 2018 by Erika Icon

You’re a fan and you want your fave inked performers to get nominated and hopefully win some 2018 Inked Awards. We’ve made it easy for you to get out clients nommed–go to https://inkedawards.net/nominations/ and #rockthevote every day through June 28th … Continue reading →

Posted in Client Spotlight, General Posts | Tagged Anna Claire Clouds, Brenna Sparks, Brooklyn Chase, Della Dane, Erika Icon, Inked Award, Johnny Goodluck, Kimmie KaBoom, larkin Love, nominations, rock the vote, Savana Styles, The rub PR, vote |

We’re Offering a New Service to Clients

Posted on April 5, 2018 by Erika Icon

Our owner Erika Icon is an accomplished photographer with an art degree. Going forward, clients who are currently with us or join our roster will get free photo services for events. If you have a birthday party or event (which … Continue reading →

Posted in Client Spotlight, General Posts, Parties & Events | Tagged awards shows, birthday party, clients, Erika Icon, events, photograph, The rub PR |

What Happens When You Stop PR

Posted on February 22, 2018 by Erika Icon

Sometimes, people want to take a break from the publicity machine, other leave the industry, and some run out of funds. PR (aka public relations) is something you should budget is for, because it can make or break your career–you … Continue reading →

Posted in General Posts, The Biz |

When Photoshopping Gets Out of Control

Posted on January 17, 2018 by Erika Icon

With the rise of 4K and HD being used, it seems that photoshopping has gotten out of control. Sure, studios make the covers look great and know when to say when, but the real issue is with the performers who … Continue reading →

Posted in General Posts, The Biz | Tagged 4K, fans, HD, merchandise, Photoshop, set, studios, trade shows |

Don’t Let Anyone Tell You That You Don’t Need PR

Posted on October 17, 2017 by Erika Icon

I was recently speaking with someone in the industry who told me a female performer is going around telling people they don’t need PR. I thought to myself this can’t be good. So out of that comes a new blog … Continue reading →

Posted in General Posts, The Biz | Tagged agent, brand, career, girls, industry, industry veteran, performers, PR, public relations, publicist, The rub PR |