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Soul Singer JUANITA Joins the Fight Against Poverty Through Music
Soul singer Juanita Johnson [aka JUANITA] has partnered with humanitarian organization, CARE and Reverb Nation as part of the Music For Good program. She is one of the many artists that is participating in this exciting initiative to benefit others in need. Through the purchase of her song, Better... - April 16, 2013 - Personify Entertainment
Fueling the Cajun Culture Experience in Brooklyn Once More
The Third Annual Bayou n' Brooklyn Music Festival 2013 will be hosted this springtime of May for all Cajun-Creole-Zydeco aficionados in Brooklyn. They are calling for all Cajun music lovers to help them make festival 2013 happen with the help of Granmum Creative Studios PR. - April 16, 2013 - Granmum Creative Studios
By Supporting Ntds, Taylor Swift Fans Get a Chance to See Her Live in Nashville
Show your support for Northwest Tennessee Disaster Services (NTDS) by purchasing the new TN Specialty Plate. You can pre-order your plate today. - April 15, 2013 - Northwest Tennessee Disaster Services
Spotlight Digital Magazine, Rider Circulation/ Newsways - First-Ever Magazine Circulation Deal
Content is King and now Available on more Platforms than ever before! Spotlight Digital Magazine, RCS/Newssways- to Present Launch Issue to 1000's of 7'11's, Convenience Stores, Digital Newsstands Nationwide- in first-ever Magazine Circulation Deal. - April 15, 2013 - Spotlight Marketing and Promotions
PaperCraft, Inc. Launches the “Singing About Signs” Facebook Prize Drawing on April 15, 2013
PaperCraft, Inc. announces the “Singing About Signs” Facebook Prize Drawing for participants to vote on songs about signs for a chance to win a $50 iTunes gift card. - April 15, 2013 - PaperCraft, Inc.
Julie Fowlis Performs Music of the Scottish Isles at Freedom Hall on April 20
Freedom Hall will present Julie Fowlis Music of the Scottish Isles on Saturday, April 20 at 7:30. Tickets are $28 for adults and $14 for children. Julie is known for her voice on the Disney-Pixar soundtrack “Brave” and has received several awards including "Gaelic Singer of the... - April 14, 2013 - Freedom Hall
Hip Hop Gaming Yanks, Mega Ran and Producer K-Murdock, Toddle Off to England for the, “UK Underground Tour!”
After his successful month long tour in March, Teacher/Rapper/Hero, Mega Ran (aka Random), will his run with his UK fans. Ran with critically acclaimed producer K-Murdock on board for this stretch will head to England for the UK Underground Tour. As always, Ran promises to bring the fun, high energy and honesty to be associated with a Mega Ran show; with some surprises, of course. - April 14, 2013 - Random Beats
Enlightened Piano Radio Raises the Bar
The online radio station is getting attention from piano enthusiasts and music lovers alike, across the globe! - April 14, 2013 - Enlightened Piano Radio
Music Pioneer and Artist Manager, Glenn "Sweety G" Toby Presents "The Art of Management" Workshop
An insider’s peek into the inner workings of today’s music industry - April 14, 2013 - The Luxe PR Group
Martin E. Boehling Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Martin E. Boehling of Murrells Inlet, South Carolina has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of entertainment. About Martin E. Boehling Mr. Boehling has over 50 years experience in the... - April 12, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
BlackSmoke Muzik Inc. Appoints Paul Doyle as Director of Marketing
With the formation of the New Record Label and all its affiliates, BlackSmoke Muzik Inc. is proud to welcome Paul Doyle as the newest addition to their family and Paul Doyle will assume the duties of Director of Marketing with all marketing affairs and in addition co-manage several of the many artists on the label. - April 12, 2013 - BlackSmoke Muzik Inc.
Independent Music Artists Get Endorsed by Promotion Company
As many of you know, being an independent artist means making financial sacrifices. You have to watch your spending and use your limited budget to support your music career. Every dollar counts, CoSign 360™ understands how difficult it is to get a career started so they created the Endorse an Artist™ Program. - April 12, 2013 - CoSign 360
Latin Recording Artist "Angel Lopez" to Release Anticipated New Single "Al Ritmo del Amor" (To the Rythm of Love) April 16th, 2013
Formerly part of the group Son By Four, Angel is now releasing his new single April 16th, 2013 titled "Al Ritmo Del Amor" (To the Rythm of Love) under Latin Boyz Entertainment/Trevino Music Group. - April 12, 2013 - Trevino Enterprises
Audio4fun Announces Next Generation of AV Music Morpher Gold
Audio4fun's latest project has finally been revealed with the debut of the smart media player - AV Media Player Morpher. - April 11, 2013 - AVSoft Corp.
Annual Lake Worth Reggae Fest Sponsored by Royal Palm Mazda
Royal Palm Mazda is proud to announce its sponsorship of the 15th Annual Lake Worth Reggae Fest, home to some of the best national and regional reggae talent available. With its many years of experience, this beloved festival hosts some of the biggest names in reggae, and is able to support local... - April 11, 2013 - Royal Palm Mazda
Author Cabot Barden Will be Doing a Book Signing at Winterboro Alabama April 12 and 13
Cabot Barden, singer, songwriter, and author, will be doing a book signing at the Aljerald Powers Building next to the Winterboro High School in Winterboro Alabama from 9 am. to 4 pm on April 12, and from 9 am. to 3 pm. on April 13. Barden's two books are: "It's The Bass Player," which... - April 10, 2013 - Cabot Barden-Author
Rebecca De La Torre Emerges from the Shadows with New Co-Produced Album
Singer-composer and pianist Rebecca De La Torre announced her latest full-length album, Incognito, is releasing May 11, 2013. A release party and live concert event will take place the same day. - April 10, 2013 - Rebecca De La Torre
Award Winning Reggae Artist Taj Weekes Releases Pariah in Transit
Award winning reggae artist Taj Weekes and his band Adowa will release their fourth CD “Pariah in Transit.” - April 09, 2013 - Jatta, LLC
Industry Level Music Group Informs Artists on "How to" Avoid Music Scams
Industry Level Music Group is a private talent development firm that seeks talented artists and actors to represent at major music labels and film companies. Industry Level is made up of ex-music/film executives and A&R’s who posses the knowledge and relationships to negotiate multi-million dollar recording and or film deals. - April 09, 2013 - Industry Level Music Group
Howard Thompson, aka "Hitman" Howie Tee Becomes Creative Director at Epic Music LA
Epic Music LA, industry leaders in trending source music, innovative hip hop sounds and authentic beats announces that Howard Thompson, aka "Hitman" Howie Tee, will be the new creative director for the company. - April 08, 2013 - Epic Music LA
Henley Business School's New MBA in the Music Industry Program Gets U.S. Launch at Musexpo, May 5-8, 2013
Spearheaded by Program Director, Helen Gammons, the Henley Business School will officially launch it's new MBA in the Music Industry program in Hollywood at the Musexpo global music event, May 5-8, 2013. Helen Gammons, a 30 year music industry veteran, entrepreneur and educator, will address... - April 08, 2013 - Henley Business School
Jessica Walker Accepts Prestigious Honor & Joins Oakton's Six Piano Ensemble
AMA Dance & Music School’s piano instructor Jessica Walker is one of the youngest members ever to be invited to perform in the prestigious Six Piano Ensemble. - April 07, 2013 - AMA Dance & Music School
Internationally Acclaimed Classical Crossover Artist Mario Frangoulis Brings "Beautiful Things" to the US and Canada This Spring
Mario Frangoulis, the operatically trained powerhouse tenor and leading recording artist of Greece, brings his highly anticipated 2013 North American concert series, “Beautiful Things,” to audiences this spring. - April 05, 2013 - Mario Frangoulis
Harp Festival at Harps Etc. Celebrates 10th Anniversary of This Unusual Business
Celebrate with Harps Etc. on May 3 - 5, 2013 at the first Harp Festival and Tenth Anniversary Celebration at 1601 N. Main Street in Walnut Creek, CA. The Harp Festival will feature world class performers and workshop presenters. The full festival schedule, registration and tickets are available at http://tinyurl.com/harpsetc or by calling 925-937-4277. - April 04, 2013 - Harps Etc
"For The Life Of Bryan Show" - Tulsa Musicians and Family Rally to Raise Funds for Friend and Retired Tulsa Fire Captain Battling Brain Tumor
Local musicians Charlie Redd and The Full Flava Kings, The Blue, Zen Hipster, Sweatin Bullets, and Freakshow look to raise funds for friend, local music producer and retired Fire Captain battling brain tumor. - April 03, 2013 - Friends Of Bryan
Sunday, April 21, 2013 at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center Viola and Piano Unite to Ignite a Fiery Chamber Program
The fourth and final of the Miami International Piano Festival’s “Four Classical Sundays at Five” will feature pianist Kemal Gekic and violist Michael Klotz in a special chamber program at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center in Aventura, FL at 5 P.M on Sunday, April... - April 03, 2013 - Miami International Piano Festival
Official Artist Gift Lounge at the Academy of Country Music Awards
In celebration of the 2013, 48th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards, dick clark productions and the lpb group will be hosting the Official ACM Artist Gift Lounge located in the upper concourse of the MGM Grand Arena. - April 03, 2013 - LPB Group
Thousands of Guitar Players Are Strapped
Robert Windpony launches Grandcanyonguitars.com with free guitar straps, strings and capos all with no purchase required. - April 02, 2013 - Robert Windpony Music
Groove with Pretty Girls Band at the Surfers for Autism Beach Festival
A new sound is making waves at the Sixth Annual Surfers for Autism (SFA) Beach Festival. This Friday, April 5, Pretty Girls, a local indie rock trio, will showcase their talent while helping raise autism awareness in South Florida. - April 02, 2013 - Beymour Consulting
The Plastic Revolution to Play Soda Bar April 12, 2013
Kicking Off Their Summer Tour, The Plastic Revolution Will Play Soda Bar in San Diego, CA. - March 31, 2013 - The Plastic Revolution
The Milwaukee Choral Artists Welcomes Composer Ola Gjeilo for Its Grand Finale
The Milwaukee Choral Artists will present its final concert on Saturday, April 13, 2013 at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church, 1615 Wauwatosa Avenue, Wauwatosa. This concert will feature the world premiere of “Desert Sky” composed by Norwegian-born composer and pianist Ola Gjeilo, and... - March 30, 2013 - Milwaukee Choral Artists
Art Under Pressure's Hip Hop Proclamations
Hip Hop Proclamations Concert and Community Event Series Art Under Pressure and Ankh Marketing launch: Hip-Hop Proclamations concert series at 1015 Folsom Street.Ab-Soul, dead prez, Jasiri X, Stahhr, Mikeflo, Stefisdope, and a host of other phenomenal, socially conscious artists take the stage... - March 29, 2013 - Art Under Pressure
Nasty Nick Re-Lauches Website NastyNick.net
Rapper Nasty Nick has been working quietly behind the scenes to put the finishing touches on his latest effort "West Side Story" and recording a new album isn't the only thing the rapper is doing. In addition to recording his new album, traveling, performing and shooting video's the... - March 29, 2013 - Nasty Nick Musiq
Brooklyn-Based Cult Rockers Sky-Pony at Mercury Lounge on May 5
On Sunday May 5th, indie art-rock band Sky-Pony will hit the stage of Lower East Side fixture Mercury Lounge. Since its formation a year ago, Sky-Pony has garnered a cult following for sets that blur the line between rock show and theatrical event. Expect costumes, choreography, projections, and a special guest string section. They'll be opening for UK band Various Cruelties. - March 29, 2013 - Sky-Pony
PickupBender™ Puts a Whole New Twist on Switchable Electric Guitar Wiring Mods
PickupBender™ control switches add new dimensions to your electric guitar. Now it's easy to add popular pickup wiring mods to your guitar with simple solder-free installation. - March 29, 2013 - Harry's Guitar Mods
Sonorous Entertainment Inc.: “Christian Minstrel Pioneers” Radio Hour to Debut on MileHiRadio.com
Sonorous Entertainment Inc. is introducing an all new weekly radio program titled, “Christian Minstrel Pioneers.” The program will spotlight some of the greatest artists from the legendary House of Beauty music catalogue. Each week Bill Bulbeck will host the one hour show that will... - March 29, 2013 - Sonorous Entertainment Inc.
Exclusive Beacon Moment Interview with Andrea Ferro and Cristina Scabbia of Lacuna Coil
Premier personal audio products provider Beacon Audio releases 33rd episode of their Beacon Moment series; an exclusive interview with alternative hard rock band Lacuna Coil members Andrea Ferro and Cristina Scabbia. - March 29, 2013 - Beacon Audio
Stock Music Downloads Service Provider Music for Productions Will Attend 2013 NAB Show in Las Vegas
Stock music downloads service provider Music for Productions will be attending the 2013 NAB Show in Las Vegas, which will take place on April 6-11, and features conferences and exhibits for the content production and broadcasting industry. The show is featuring various workshops on: content... - March 28, 2013 - Music for Productions
New Age Artist Albedo Nominated for “Best Soundtrack Album” by Independent Music Awards
New Age Artist Albedo of Salt Lake City, UT has just been nominated for “Best Soundtrack Album” for his album “Forgotten Lands” by the 12th Annual Independent Music Awards (The IMAs), the influential awards program for independent bands and fans. - March 28, 2013 - Albedo Music
Rapper Nasty Nick Readies Sophomore Release "West Side Story"
Rapper Nasty Nick, the openly gay rapper from Staten Island, New York is prepping the release of his second album “West Side Story.” With the anniversary of his debut album “Lost in the Shuffle” behind him, Nick is anxiously awaiting the release of his new project and plans to boast an edgier, more street oriented sound while continuing to represent the LGBT community. - March 26, 2013 - Nasty Nick Musiq
Atlanta-Based CBM Records, LLC., Signs The Divinos of Italy to a US Deal
Atlanta based CBM Records has ventured once again internationally to sign on The Divinos, an Italian band in Rome, Italy. The Divinos deliver live music, performance and theater with a southern rock background. The Divinos, is a show absolutely unique in its genre. It mixes many different styles... - March 26, 2013 - CBM Records
Goose Creek Music Announces New Live Blair Crimmins Album
Multimedia music production company Goose Creek Music of Purcellville, Virginia, is excited to announce an upcoming live album release with Atlanta Ragtime and Americana artist Blair Crimmins and his band, Blair Crimmins and the Hookers. The recordings were captured in front of an enthusiastic... - March 26, 2013 - Goose Creek Music & Entertainment
"Romancing the West" Tour Kicks Off Historical Concerts at Main Street Theaters in April
Woodstock Legend, “Melanie,” (Brand New Key), to headline “Romancing the West Legacy Tour” in April, in her first West Coast Tour in Years. Melanie Safka headlines, “Romancing the West,” an epic documentary style concert taking theater patrons on a time traveling journey through 240 years of the American West. - March 25, 2013 - Romancing the West
Pianist Inna Faliks to Perform with the Minnesota Sinfonia
Ukrainian born pianist, Inna Faliks, to perform Felix Mendelssohn’s “Concerto No. 1 in g minor, opus 25” with the Minnesota Sinfonia in Minneapolis and St. Paul on April 26 and 27. Also featured on the program, a Minnesota Sinfonia commission and world premiere,... - March 25, 2013 - Friends of the Minnesota Sinfonia
CoSign 360 Launches Digital Music Promotion Company Aimed at Independent Artists
CoSign 360 is changing the way independent music artists are marketing themselves. In today's digital music industry, independent artists must use traditional marketing activities with new technology. By incorporating the old with new marketing techniques, such as SEO content and promotional campaigns, music artists can reach larger markets and build a fan base. - March 25, 2013 - CoSign 360
The Best Ways to Find Royalty Free Music Online for Your Project
In so many applications, from the big screen to the independent school play and everything in between, royalty free music has allowed projects of all sizes to be successfully created, injecting the perfect background for any visual stimulus, radio broadcast or record production. - March 24, 2013 - Partners In Rhyme Inc
Sonorous Entertainment to Release Platinum Gospel Series: "Great Gospel Choirs" March 26th
Sonorous Entertainment Inc. continues its 2013 additions of the Platinum Gospel Series with the upcoming release of “Great Gospel Choirs” March 26th. The Gospel Choir is a great American tradition, where weekly hundreds of thousands of church goers across the country gather with their... - March 23, 2013 - Sonorous Entertainment Inc.
Zombie Boy Exhumes Dali’s Skull for Rebel Ink Cover
Ink world’s living dead man and marked beauties recreate historic art photo for leading tattoo mag. For the cover of the latest issue of Rebel Ink Magazine, tattoo community anti-hero, Rick “Zombie Boy” Genest appears with a half-dozen heavily tattooed girls. The pose offers... - March 22, 2013 - Rebel Ink Magazine
One of the Biggest Music Events for Kids in the DFW Area Coming on April 14th
On April 14, over 500 kid and teen musicians from School of Rock’s locations all over DFW will descend upon Dallas’ Deep Ellum neighborhood for an entire day of their own unique rock and roll festival called Rockstravaganza. This will be SoR’s third Rockstravaganza and it has been highly successful in its goals, namely creating awareness of talented students and bands, but also in raising money for the school’s scholarship program (School of Rock Scholarship Fund 501(c)3. - March 22, 2013 - School of Rock
Dberg Studios Announces Its New Website & Music Production Services
Dberg Studios Unveils New Website, Including Recording, Mixing and Mastering Information, Plus Production Page with New Original Beats by DBerg - March 22, 2013 - Dberg Studios