Torrid, the Destination for Plus-Size Fashion, Partners With Grammy Nominated Recording Artist Jordin Sparks to Launch New Album.

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LOS ANGELES, July 9 /PRNewswire/ -- Fashion retailer Torrid has partnered with Jive Records and American Idol winner Jordin Sparks for a special in store event at all Torrid stores on Saturday, July 18th. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to preview Jordin's new album, Battlefield which goes on sale Tuesday, July 21st. Battlefield is the highly anticipated follow up to Sparks' self-titled platinum selling debut album. Every Torrid store will celebrate the new album's release with refreshments, special events, and a listening party where guests will have their only chance to hear the complete CD prior to the release date.

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What:   Torrid Exclusive Jordin Sparks Listening Party
When:   Saturday, July 18th, 2009, 3-6 pm
Where:  All Torrid stores

"Torrid has had a long and joyful partnership with Jordin Sparks," said Chris Daniel, Torrid president. "Since we first met her as a contestant (and eventual winner) of Torrid's 2006 Model Search, Jordin's enthusiasm for her music and her message of loving yourself and being proud of who you are, curves and all, has really inspired our team and our customers," said Daniel.

About Torrid
Torrid, a division of Hot Topic, Inc., is the leader in fashion for curvy girls. For more information about Torrid, please visit http://www.torrid.com. For information about the Torrid 2009 National Model Search, please click here: http://community.torrid.com/divaspirit/hod_2009.asp


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