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Calendar of Musical Events from the '50s, '60s & '70s Published
"Eight Days A Week: Births, Deaths And Events Each Day In Oldies History" takes a musical journey through each day of the year as seen through the lives of the artists of the fifties, sixties and seventies. - May 10, 2011 - Oldies Music
YesStyle Sponsors Asian American Singer Clara C's Loveprint Tour
Leading online fashion retailer YesStyle continues to promote Asian talent with its sponsorship of Clara Chung's Loveprint Tour. A gifted singer, musician and songwriter, Clara gained fame via her YouTube channel, which now has over 100,000 subscribers and 6 million views. The Loveprint Tour... - May 10, 2011 - YesStyle
Keegan Smith and the Fam Writing Soundtrack for Documentary Film That Could Spark Green-Economy Movement in Rural America
Portland musicians are committed to supporting film about a small Washington community that is transforming its local economy one canola plant at a time. - May 10, 2011 - Ecotrain Media Group, LLC
Organeyes Rhyme Entertainment & IV Parallels Present: “Battle of the Elements,” a Hip-Hop Industry Showcase
Organeyes Rhyme and IV Parallels have teamed in an effort to create a culturally appealing Hip-Hop showcase, “Battle of the Elements!” The idea behind the movement is to create an authentic outlet for unsigned talent to perform in an entertaining atmosphere that appeals to both consumers and the industry. - May 09, 2011 - Organeyes Rhyme Entertainment
Atlanta Rapper P Floata Signs with New Indie Label Expat Records
The veteran hip hop artist will be releasing his latest single “She Can Get It” in Summer 2011 to be followed by a full length album in Autumn 2011. - May 09, 2011 - Expat Records
Bored Student Records Releases New Charity Compilation and Signs Chicago Based Third Time's a Charm
Bored Student Records is proud to announce the release of volume 3 of their rocking for charity compilation CD. You can pick up your copy today on Amazon and iTunes. A portion of proceeds will go to To Write Love On Her Arms and the American Cancer Society. Artists include: Electric Valentine, Oh... - May 09, 2011 - Bored Student Records
TNT Infinite Publishing Sets Their Sights on June 19th for Joe Padre Release
TNT Infinite Publishing's Joe Padre the Don of B-Boy Mafia releases a new single as a solo artist. A new and different sound for west coast hip hop. - May 08, 2011 - TNT Infinite Publishing
Viewer to Stage Exclusive Event Featuring Bastard Structures (Live) and Beaumont Hannant (DJ Set)
Viewer takes over the basement of Bar Lane Studios - York - to present an evening of contemporary electronic music and visual art. Featuring deeply contrasting audio visual performances by Bastard Structures and Viewer, this exclusive event has a strictly limited capacity. Refreshments on the night provided by popular Yorkshire brewery Roosters. - May 07, 2011 - Viewer
64West Finds Compatibility Between Soul and Country in "Treat You Right"
Kentucky based-band presents great blend of genres in new “Treat You Right” EP. - May 06, 2011 - Sixtyfourwest
Elvis Tribute - May 7, 2011
Joey Giovinazzo, owner of Joey's Casa Italiana is proud to present an Elvis Tribute on May 7, 2011. - May 05, 2011 - Joey's Casa Italiana
Original Meters Drummer Zigaboo Modeliste Releases “New Life” CD
Legendary drummer Zigaboo Modeliste released his 4th solo album on his label JZM Records entitled “New Life” in stores and digitally on May 3, 2011. The album provides a rejuvenated take on classic New Orleans R&B and features the talents of several music icons including legendary arranger Wardell Quezerque, saxophonist Norbert Stachel, and trumpeter Mic Gillet of Tower of Power fame. - May 05, 2011 - JZM Records
Terminal VI Album Announcement and New Lead Guitarist
Five-piece hardrock band Terminal VI take a few steps ahead. - May 05, 2011 - Terminal VI
The Playground is Ready for the Release of Scumbag Philosopher's Second Single "God is Dead so I Listen to Radiohead" via Words on Music
Scumbag Philosopher's second single God Is Dead So I Listen To Radiohead will be released on the 23rd of May - May 05, 2011 - The Playground
The Playground and Blank Disco Release Debut 'From Zero' on SubExotic Records on the 13th of June
Blank Disco is primarily the musical persona of London / Home Counties based electronica artist Dan Seville, who is set to release his debut album From Zero via SubExotic Records on the 13th of June. - May 05, 2011 - The Playground
The Playground Will Release Boy Mandeville's "Gorilla" on the 30th of May via Around the Dial Records
The Haringey band Boy Mandeville are set to release their "Gorilla" on the 30th of May on Around the Dial Records. - May 05, 2011 - The Playground
Artists Clash to Raise Funds for Art Education
NYC-based arts non profit 501(c)3 Art For Progress (www.artforprogress.org) will feature the winners of the fifth annual international competitions, "Clash of the Artists" on May 13th -14th at Headquarters Studio in Tribeca. The showcase events serve to raise funds for AFP's Arts Education Program, and bring together the genres of visual art, music, and fashion. - May 04, 2011 - Art For Progress
Blues Island Records Artist Wayne Baker Brooks is Breaking New Ground with "Something’s Going Down" Featuring Twista, GLC and Sugar Blue
Blues/rocker guitarist extraordinaire Wayne Baker Brooks has gathered some of the biggest names and talent in Chicago music for his revolutionary new single, “Something’s Going Down.” The genre-bending track features artists Twista (Perfect Storm, Adrenaline Rush, Kamikaze), GLC (Love, Life, & Loyalty, Grammy recipient for Kanye West tracks “Spaceship’’ and “Drive Slow’’), and Sugar Blue (Rolling Stones’ “Miss You’’). - May 04, 2011 - Blues Island Records
Flash Sanchez Releases New Single "Feed The Fire" on Digital Networks from Electro Boy Inc Records
Record Producer Flash Sanchez of Electro Boy Inc Records featuring Karlovac Croatia based Artist Dalyx release “Feed The Fire” on Digital Networks. - May 04, 2011 - Electro Boy Inc Records
Hammerax Ultraviolet Cymbals Sing with Rich Highs
Hammerax has released a line of USA made cymbals with breathtaking highs and a super balanced wash. They are available in various sizes including splashes in 9", 12", crashes in 16", 18", 21" and 24." Ultraviolet Hi hats are available in 15" and 13" sizes as well. - May 04, 2011 - Hammerax
Atlanta Urban Wear (AUW) Presents Its 1st Annual Fashion Show and Launch Party as the First Clothing Line to Represent Atlanta
Atlanta Urban Wear (AUW) will host their 1st Annual Fashion Show and official Launch party on May 5, 2011 to introduce the first clothing line representing Atlanta. - May 03, 2011 - Atlanta Urban Wear
Creek Music Announces the Release of a New Live Album: The Steel Wheels, Live at Goose Creek
Goose Creek Music announces the release of a new live album, “The Steel Wheels, Live at Goose Creek,” featuring the nationally touring Americana band. Recordings are available for sale through Apple iTunes, Amazon.com, cdbaby.com, Emusic, and other online music stores. Music videos of performances from the show can be viewed at http://www.goosecreekmusic.com. - May 03, 2011 - Goose Creek Music & Entertainment
Hans Daniels Band and Whynatte Plan a High-Impact Musical Explosion for Smiths Olde Bar, May 16
Come party with Industry professionals on Monday May 16th as the Hans Daniels Band rocks the Upstairs room at Smith's Olde Bar. Free Shots (sponsored by Whynatte) for the first 50 people to the show. - May 02, 2011 - Hans Daniels Band
Post Hardcore Band Walk Like Giants Announce EP to be Produced by Kellen McGregor of Memphis May Fire
Dallas, Tx based post hardcore rockers Walk Like Giants report news that Kellen McGregor of Memphis May Fire (Rise Records) will be recording and producing the band's debut EP beginning in mid-June 2011. While the band has not currently released the title of the album or name and number of the... - May 01, 2011 - Walk Like Giants
Free Fox Introduces a New MP3 Music Downloader
Free Fox, a former P2P limewire client, is just about to release its brand new MP3 Music Downloader and converter software. This new software is a revolutionary and powerful online music downloader tool which will help you download music and videos from YouTube and soon over 100 popular video... - April 30, 2011 - Free Fox
Cool Down at CityCenter of CityNorth’s Hot Summer Nights Events
Free Local Concert Series Kicks-Off This June - April 28, 2011 - CityCenter of CityNorth
Minnesota Fans Only Have to Click to Support the Minnesota Sinfonia
“Like” Drive 4 the Music on Facebook and raise money for the Sinfonia's Music in the Schools Program - April 28, 2011 - Friends of the Minnesota Sinfonia
Groupon Features Minnesota Sinfonia as Their Non-Profit of the Week as Part of their Newly Expanded G-Team Program
Groupon has recently expanded their new G-team pilot program, which features local non-profits, to the city of Minneapolis this April. - April 28, 2011 - Friends of the Minnesota Sinfonia
Bob James to Appear on the Jazz19’s Show, FunkyJazz.TV
Bob James will appear on FunkyJazz.TV (www.FunkyJazz.TV), the best Jazz show, sponsored by Jazz19.com (www.Jazz19.com) out of Costa Rica. Mr. James will be added to a great list of artists, such as Peter White, Chieli Minucci, Joyce Cooling, Jessy J, Terje Lie, Lao Tizer and Katja Rieckermann. The... - April 26, 2011 - Jazz 19
Grammy Award Winning Songwriter Richard Marx Set for YouTube Collaborations
Hit songwriter to give Youtube musicians the opportunity to co-write a song with him. - April 25, 2011 - Richard Marx
Hammerax Feather - Super Light and Fast Cymbals
Hammerax has released the Feather brand cymbal line. They are precise, fast and dark and are among the lightest, fastest 18" cymbals ever produced. - April 24, 2011 - Hammerax
World Beat Gets Global Exposure from Voice Over Artist Cal Koat
Using podcasting, interviews, reviews, and charts Voices.com member, Cal Koat, has taken a small segment of the music industry and brought into people's homes across the globe. - April 23, 2011 - Voices.com
Radik Presents His First Album in New York City
Radik is a Brazilian artist living in Los Angeles and he will present his first album "Pera" in New York City this coming week. - April 22, 2011 - Radik
Hammerax Releases Nu Bells
Hammerax has released a line of 4-sided bells that are loud and aggressive and come in a variety of sizes including 5", 6", 7" and 8". - April 22, 2011 - Hammerax
Digital Distributor Valleyarm Launches Indonesian Website
As part of its expansion of its global operations, digital distributor Valleyarm have just launched an Indonesian local site of its website at www.valleyarm.co.id. - April 22, 2011 - Valleyarm
Wendy Rule in Concert
Australian recording artist Wendy Rule is touring the US this summer, and will be performing in North Hollywood. Beat Magazine describes her music as “...sweeping melodies, emotive vocals and the ability to haunt the mind like a lingering spirit...”, while Rolling Stone Magazine says “Wendy Rule creates dark, sensual sonic theatre… compelling stuff.” - April 21, 2011 - Pendraig Publishing
Big Easy on the Buttermilk Channel
Red Hook, Brooklyn’s Bayou, Brings the Big Easy North for a Weekend of Cajun and Zydeco Sounds. - April 21, 2011 - Bayou n' Brooklyn
Five Prominent Video Game Composers to Attend Wizard World Anaheim Comic Con, April 29-May 1
Greg Edmonson, Sean Murray, Garry Schyman, Kevin Sherwood, Inon Zur to Meet Fans at Anaheim Comic Con - April 21, 2011 - Fan Expo HQ
DirectRooms.com – Join Fun Malaga: Features Music by the Classical Greats in June 2011
DirectRooms.com reveals that a special night of classical music will be coming to Malaga in June with performances by world famous artists. - April 21, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms.com – Wagner’s Compositions Are Played in Naples Now Until October 2011
DirectRooms.com reveals that Naples will be alive with the sound of classical music for an entire six months as an extended collection of concerts are performed in the city. - April 21, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
Songdoor 2011 Opens with New Interactive Site, Expands to Offer Free Songwriter PR and Services Suite
The SongDoor 2011 International Songwriting Competition is open. Awards total: $40,000+. The competition has significantly expanded to include free songwriter PR and services to help songwriters promote their music. All entrants receive an unlimited-access SongU.com trial and free digital... - April 21, 2011 - SongDoor
SongVest to Auction the Rights to Disney Music Classics
"Music Memorabilia With A Paycheck" Auction April 30 – May 7 at SongVest.com to Feature Rights to Disney Classics from "Dumbo," “Snow White,” "Bambi" and more. - April 21, 2011 - SongVest
AdvertBuzz.com Providing Free Online Local Classifieds
AdvertBuzz.com, one of the Reliable WebHosting.net communities of websites offer a comprehensive free online classifieds for trustworthy web user services. - April 20, 2011 - AdvertBuzz.Com
Muhammad Ali Stunned as 8 Year Old Composes a Song for Him - Ethan Bortnick - Composes "The Champ"
Ethan Bortnick composes and then plays an original composition for Muhammad Ali at Celebrity Fight Night, Muhammad Ali's Charity event. The song is entitled "The Champ." - April 20, 2011 - Sun and Sky Entertainment, Inc.
Tinatin Releases Debut EP "Wild," Focusing Attention on Potential Ravages of Climate Change; Released on the Eve of Annual Earth Day
Singer/songwriter Tinatin and collaborator and co-songwriter/producer Ayhan Sahin -- both New York-based musicians have banded to record Tinatin’s debut EP, “Wild” on Young Pals Music. It’s no coincidence that the six-song collection is timed for release on April 19, the eve of Earth Day. Its title track offers a socially conscious anthem about the consequences of climate change, as a rash of alarming trends sweep the land. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxWAcP-2VAE - April 19, 2011 - Young Pals Music
Vintage Sound with a New Gritty Shine: A Band's 4th Album
My Brothers Banned releases it's 4th album this week. "Meet me in the Park" expands on their Beatle's and Byrd's reminiscent harmony laden songs with a grittier way. 'Meet me in the Park" retains My Brothers Banned's vocal melodic heart, with a mix of acoustic and electric... - April 19, 2011 - My Brothers Banned
Kultur Announces the Latest DVD Release in the Series of One the Greatest Opera Voices of All Time, Placido Domingo: My Greatest Roles Vol. 4 Verismo on DVD April 26th
Plácido Domingo: My Greatest Roles. Vol. 4: Verismo Opera Includes: Andrea Chénier, El Gato Montés, Pagliacci, Plus Bonus Interviews. 4-DVD Set Available on April 26th Kultur is proud to announce the latest DVD release in the series about one of the greatest opera voices of... - April 19, 2011 - Kultur International Films Ltd
New "INDIEvening" Segment of Conversation Crossroad Spotlights Indie Artists
Conversation Crossroad hosts Betty-Lynn White and Garrison Leykam have launched the "INDIEvening" segment of their radio show to spotlight indie artists. "We decided to dedicate Monday evenings to helping indie artists expand their exposure and get their music heard by new... - April 18, 2011 - Conversation Crossroad
Virtuoso Guitarist Tom Hess Joins Rhapsody of Fire
Virtuoso guitar player and leading online guitar teacher Tom Hess joins the epic metal band Rhapsody of Fire - April 17, 2011 - Tom Hess Music Corporation
Call for Piano-Yoga® Teachers
With the continued growth of this groundbreaking piano method, Piano-Yoga® is now actively seeking to expand its pool of teachers. - April 16, 2011 - Piano-Yoga®
RockStar Weekly Investigates New Elvis Presley Music
This week RockStar Weekly, Canada’s only weekly music magazine, is excited to release a special issue dedicated to the late, great King of Rock N’ Roll, Elvis Presley. In the issue, RockStar Weekly interviewer April Savoie had a special chat with Viva Elvis musical director Erich Van... - April 15, 2011 - RockStar Weekly