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Celebrities Donate to Support Music Education Scholarships for Kansas City Children and Families at Kansas City Vocal Institute
Celebrities from around the world have donated items to be auctioned at the 2010 Kansas City Vocal Institute Charity Auction. The scholarships provide underprivileged children and families in the Kansas City metropolitan area with free voice lessons, music theory instruction, and diction tutors for up to an entire year. - November 24, 2010 - Kansas City Vocal Institute
Digital Music from Weezer Gives Fans Another Way to Share, Discover and Experience Their Music and Shows
Hip Digital Teams Up with Gowalla to Bring Free Music Downloads and Prizes to Concert Fans - November 22, 2010 - Hip Digital Media
Roja Records Announces the Debut Release, "Latin Tech & Spice" from Ginobeat on Beatport.com
“Latin Tech & Spice” EP by Ginobeat available exclusively on Beatport.com beginning November, 16, 2010. - November 21, 2010 - Roja Records
Gustavo Dudamel is Declared Honorary Citizen of Gothenburg 2010
Internationally acclaimed conductor Gustavo Dudamel has been appointed Honorary Citizen of Gothenburg 2010. In 2007 he was signed as Music Director of the Gothenburg Symphony and since then he has broken through as a rising star of classical music and is now also engaged as Music Director of the... - November 20, 2010 - Goteborg & Co
Jaime Michaels Releases New Single to Benefit Gulf Residents
Singer/songwriter Jaime Michaels will donate proceeds from his new song, "Black River," to those affected by the Gulf. His new CD, "The Man With the Time Machine," debuts in January. - November 19, 2010 - jaime michaels
Hammerax Indigo Brand Flatrides
Hammerax has announced the release of four new Flatrides. Sizes include 16”, 18”, 21”, and 24”. - November 17, 2010 - Hammerax
Stevie Nice Music Group Hires KLM Distribution for Onika Charles Dance Promotion
Stevie Nice Music Group (SNMG, Queens, NYC) has hired Nashville-based KLM Distribution, LLC for their upcoming dance radio campaign. - November 17, 2010 - KLM Distribution, LLC
Brian Stormm Featuring Womina Wells "Groove On," the Newest Single on Electro Boy Inc Records
Brian Storm explains how "Groove On," his latest single, almost didn't become a song at all. - November 17, 2010 - Electro Boy Inc Records
Quentin Elias "Love Confusion - The Singles" on Electro Boy Inc Records and Quentin Elias Music
"Love Confusion - The Singles," is the latest album release from recording artist Quentin Elias. The hits are a long anticipated collection of singles that Quentin Elias and Flash Sanchez of Electro Boy Inc Records have released from the years 2008 to 2010 and is now delivered in an all album digital format. - November 16, 2010 - Electro Boy Inc Records
ViralNation: Infect the World Connects Bands, Poets, Artist, Promoters and Venues to Their Fans
ViralNation.com and up and coming digital distribution company will provide a new outlet for artist, bands, poets, promoters and venues to connect with their fans. Providing the most comprehensive-visually stunning website imaginable. Coupled with the tools to make industry leaders accessible to their fans. - November 16, 2010 - Viral Nation
“I Love My Pets” – New Single Released by Mark Winter
Mark Winter, founder of Pet Life Radio releases single about pets. - November 15, 2010 - Pet Life Radio
Hyde Park Community Embraces The Holiday Season with Handel’s “Messiah” Featuring Over 150 Voices
With special guest soloists, the majestic annual event fills Rockefeller Memorial Chapel on December 3, 2010. - November 14, 2010 - University of Chicago Department of Music
DJ Nabs, Atlanta Music Industry Pioneer and DJ Activist Creates Exclusive Video Megamix for Atlanta's Fox 5 Television
Industry veteran DJ Nabs produces innovative new megamix commercial for Fox 5 Atlanta, airing now. - November 12, 2010 - Dj Nabs In The Lab
Band Hopes Individual Contributions Through Fundraising Website Will Help in Difficult Times
Phoenix-based Whiskey Six looks to new crowdfunding site, Kickstarter.com, to help raise capital needed to compete in the chaotic music business. - November 11, 2010 - Whiskey Six
Mekka Don Partners with ESPN to Release New Music
Rapper and songwriter, Mekka Don, has entered into licensing agreements with ESPN Networks for three of his songs to be played throughout the college football season. The titles of the three songs are “Time to Rumble,” “SEC,” and “HBCU.” These songs play every... - November 11, 2010 - Mekka Don
KLM Distribution to Expand "Virtual Record Label" Services to Independent Music Industry
KLM Distribution, LLC announced that they are expanding their suite of products and services to the independent music industry through the recruitment of 50 regional sales managers and 500 independent sales representatives throughout North America. Scott Kelly, KLM’s National Sales Manager... - November 10, 2010 - KLM Distribution, LLC
Guest Artist Nyssa Brown Presents Knick-Knack Paddy Whack! A Sing-Along Concert on November 13
Folk singer Nyssa Brown presents a sing along concert called Knick-Knack Paddy Whack! in the Adelphi University concert hall. This kid friendly event is a part of the Family Series and is interactive for all involved. - November 10, 2010 - Adelphi University
Adelphi University to Host Nyssa Brown’s New York Debut in Outlaws, Death, and Tarnished Love on Friday, November 12, 2010
Adelphi University is pleased to host Outlaws, Death, and Tarnished Love, featuring award-winning folk singer Nyssa Maria Brown, Adelphi Assistant Professor Georgia A. Newlin, and Music major Taylor Ackley ’12 on the rarely seen dobro guitar. The performance will take place in the Adelphi... - November 10, 2010 - Adelphi University
CPFJ Presents The Tim Warfield Organ Band During Its CD Release Party for Warfield's A Sentimental Journey
Returning home from his European tour, Tim Warfield will celebrate the release of his latest CD, A Sentimental Journey, during the upcoming 11/14 concert at the Hilton Harrisburg in downtown Harrisburg. - November 10, 2010 - Central PA Friends of Jazz
JamHub Inventor Wants to Equalize Music and Sports for Kids
Music making is linked to improved confidence, math skills and science skills, however in most schools, sports programs are flourishing while music programs are languishing. Steve Skillings, the inventor of JamHub silent rehearsal studios, believes that high school music programs can reach more kids through "modern music" bands. Noise and space concerns can now be addressed by the bands playing in small spaces through headphones. - November 09, 2010 - JamHub LLC
GuitarPro Launches New Line of Nylon Guitar Strings
GuitarPro is creating a new line of nylon guitar strings for classical guitar enthusiasts. "Classical guitar is often an overlooked musical instrument with a reputation for being difficult to play. We're here to shatter that myth by offering an easy to use string set," says Harold... - November 08, 2010 - Nylon Guitar Strings
Bluegrass Great Jimmy Gaudreau Releases “Pieces And Bits” Album on Goose Creek Music Record Label
Member of the Country Gentlemen collaborates with Who’s Who of noted instrumentalists, including virtuoso Jazz guitarist Frank Vignola. - November 08, 2010 - Goose Creek Music & Entertainment
TigerMix.com, Inc. Releases DVD to Combat Repetitive Motion Injury Caused by Muscle Tension
Professional drummer Tiger Bill has developed a system of drumming that allows a musician to perform at top speed with endless endurance, power, and precision while physically relaxed. This system of natural drumming prevents the number one cause of repetitive motion injury among drummers, which is playing with muscles under constant tension. Join Tiger Bill for his Tension Free Drumming DVD Release Party on December 4, 2010 at Noon in the Fusion Cafe Butler, NJ. - November 08, 2010 - TigerMix.com, Inc.
Pop / Electronica Artist Catya Maré Considered for 22 Grammy Nominations, and Her New EP "Talk Talk Talk" in Stores Worldwide by November 15th
The multiple award winning songwriter / violinist and music producer Catya Maré, who at this time is considered for 22 Grammy nominations, releases a new EP, titled "Talk Talk Talk" (Three not serious songs about Love, Death and Walking The Talk...). This self deprecating, humorous and sexy EP will be available from every major music outlet, such as Amazon, iTunes and CD Baby by November 15th, 2010. - November 07, 2010 - Catya Maré Music
Swedish Glee Club Celebrates the Holidays with a Concert and Smorgasboard
Waukegan Swedish Glee Club Celebrates 105 Years of song with Julmiddag The Waukegan Swedish Glee Club, founded December 8, 1905, will celebrate its annual Julmiddag on December 12, 2010 at the Chevy Chase Country Club, 1000 N. Milwaukee Road in Wheeling. The program will begin at 3 pm with the... - November 05, 2010 - Swedish Glee Club
Craig Taubman Releases New Interfaith CD
Revolutionary Jewish singer/entertainer, Craig Taubman, releases new album, How Good, a mesmerizing mix of familiar songs with new arrangements. Featuring special guests Josh Nelson, Debbie Friedman, Rick Muchow, Cantor Alberto Mizrahi, and Darwin Hobbs, How Good will have the whole family moving their feet and singing along. This 14- song album for the modern Jew is available now at www.craignco.com. - November 05, 2010 - Craig N Co
Singer Niva the Soul Diva is Having a CD Party Sponsored by New Black Music.net
Urban music artist Niva is having a free party for her supporters and lovers of R&B Soul music - November 05, 2010 - New Black Music.net
University of Chicago New Music Ensemble Features Stacy Garrop’s In Eleanor’s Words, with Mezzo-Soprano Soloist Buffy Baggott
Prominent Chicagoans featured in New Music Ensemble Season Debut Performance. - November 04, 2010 - University of Chicago Department of Music
Grammy Award Winning Artist, Marty Raybon Joins the Double E Roster
Perry Edge, President of Double E Promotions is proud to announce the addition of former Shenandoah member, Marty Raybon to the Double E roster. Double E Promotion's provides radio promotion and booking services for Marty. Founder and former lead singer of the Grammy award-winning hit group... - November 04, 2010 - Double E Promotions
Bella Donna to Bring Enchanted Evening to Grove Theater in Upland
The national touring act, Bella Donna - A Tribute to Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac makes a tour stop at the vintage Grove Theatre in Old Town Upland Saturday November 27, 2010 at 8pm. - November 03, 2010 - Bella Donna Rumours of Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac
Bon Jovi, KISS Tribute Bands and Total Soul Rock Dover in Nov
Fire & Ice at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino will present a line up of amazing cover and tribute bands this November including Rock Bottom, the premier East Coast tribute to KISS, on Nov. 13, Total Soul cover band on Nov. 20, and Bon Jovi tribute band, Bad Medicine on Nov. 27. Rock Bottom is... - November 03, 2010 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
GadgetBoost.com Releases the DockExtender Boost iPhone iPod and iPad Extender and Adapter
Created by Gadgetboost.com, this new dock extender adapter eliminates the need to constantly peel an iPod or iPhone from its case or bumper to use with a docking station or speaker system. - November 02, 2010 - GadetBoost.com
Rock Star Partners with Tom Hess Music Corporation to Help Rock Bands to Become Hugely Successful
Up and coming bands are taught to avoid common music career mistakes by a famous rock star. - November 02, 2010 - Tom Hess Music Corporation
Corona Marketing Group Introduces Rocker7, Four-Channel Noise-Isolating Earphones
Rocker7 noise-isolating, straight-array 4-channel earphones brings professional quality sound and compact design to everyday life. - November 02, 2010 - Corona Marketing Group
Quentin Elias Remixed Produced by Flash Sanchez on Electro Boy Inc Records
Quentin Elias Remixed produced by Flash Sanchez on Electro Boy Inc Records hits international DJ digital download networks. - November 01, 2010 - Electro Boy Inc Records
An Internet Community for Musicians and Music Fans with Competitions for Unsigned Artists Launched at Weloveyoursongs.com
Weloveyoursongs.com is an internet community for unsigned musicians and music fans with the principal aim to empower artists that are not yet signed by any music label. - November 01, 2010 - Mapamundo Communications Ltd
CCC Presents Panel on Digital Recognition Technologies
Digital data recognition could change how money is earned and paid in the music business. The California Copyright Conference examines the emerging uses of these technologies on the evening of November 9 in Los Angeles. - October 30, 2010 - California Copyright Conference
The Future is Looking More Than Ok for Medallion Music
Medallion Music, a division of Medallion Media Group Inc., has proudly become executive producer on the album Home by OK Sweetheart. - October 30, 2010 - Medallion Press
Celtic Violinist Arvel Bird in Running for Five Grammy Awards
Celtic violinist and Native American flutist Arvel Bird is in the running for five Grammy Awards this year. Bird was named in the Field 4 Best Solo Rock Performance for his songs “Darkhorse” and “Take Me Home” from the album Ride Indian Ride. “Take Me Home” was... - October 30, 2010 - Arvel Bird
The Queen’s Chamber Band’s Halloween Celebration Concert at Adelphi on October 31, 2010
New York’s finest early music ensemble, led by harpsichordist Elaine Comparone, celebrates the glories of Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 and Vivaldi’s Concerto in D minor for Viola d’Amore, as well as music by Purcell, Monteverdi, and Rameau, concluding with Long Island... - October 29, 2010 - Adelphi University
A Night Full of Love and Music for Mr. Joe Jonas - Bluesman
The Joe Jonas Benefit Concert, 6 pm in Dallas, Texas at the Lakewood Theater. Starring Anson Funderburgh, Howard Scott, Zac Harmon, The Silvertones, Hash Brown, Jimmy Preacher Ellis, Dallas Blues Divas Revue, Cookie McGee and the Briefcase Blues Band. Tickets on sale now at http://lakewoodtheater.com. - October 28, 2010 - Joe Jonas Benefit Concert
KLM Distribution Hires Industry Veteran as National Sales Manager
KLM Distribution, LLC ( http://www.klmdistribution.com ) announced that sales, marketing and entertainment industry veteran, Scott Kelly has joined the management team as KLM's National Sales Manager. Kelly is a 20 year veteran in marketing, sales, training and publicity. He has trained over 1000... - October 28, 2010 - KLM Distribution, LLC
The 53rd Annual Entries for Grammy Nomination Consideration - Bishop Enterprises, LLC
Billboard charting artist Bishop The Overseer is being considered in 12 different categories for Grammy nominations. - October 26, 2010 - Bishop Enterprises Publishing, LLC.
Tornadoes Force Cancellation of Vince Neil's Performance at the ADRL World Finals in Texas
Motley Crue's Vince Neil was forced to cancel his performance at the American Drag Racing League's (ADRL) world finals on Saturday when tornadoes forced the track to evacuate the track - October 25, 2010 - Gabe Reed Productions
2010 NTD Television Chinese International Violin Competition
NTD Television’s 3rd Chinese International Violin Competition will be held in New York City from October 28 – 31, 2010 at the Merkin Concert Hall at Kaufman Center. The competition will be televised around the world via satellite, cable, and the Internet. Monetary sums of $5,000, $3000,... - October 25, 2010 - New Tang Dynasty Television
TV4U Celebrates the 55th Anniversary of Its RKO Unique Records Unit in November 2010
The iconic record label, one of 56 classic record labels under the TV4U umbrella, is home to legendary singers such as Rudy Vallee, The Harmonicats, Edie Adams, Ted Lewis, The Vagabonds, Herb Jeffries, Dimitri Tiomkin, and more. - October 24, 2010 - TV4U, LLC
Street Kingz / Tactics Entertainment Artist Profreshnill is the "New King on Tha Bloc"
Tactics Entertainment's Profreshnill an official Street Kingz member will be releasing his 3rd career album entitled “New King On Tha Bloc” due for digital release Nov 12, with an anticipated street release of Nov 20th. - October 23, 2010 - Tactics Entertainment
David Derr Creates Artwork for CD That Celebrates Isle of Man
Internationally exhibited artist David Derr of D2 Studios has created the art work for a recently released CD “Alas! The Horse is Gone.” Mr. Derr provided the visual themes for the CD, CD sleeve, booklet and book for Carol Walker’s latest project. - October 22, 2010 - D2 Studios
The HEIZ from Japan Will Lead the Fun SoCal Rock-n-Blues Dance Party 2010 on Nov.19 at the Proud Bird LAX Grand Ballroom
New Live Series Inaugural on the Friday before Thanksgiving with a portion of proceeds targeted to benefit The Blues Foundation & Generation Blues, a youth scholarship program - October 21, 2010 - California Rock Camp
New Brighton Recording Experience Product Release, brightonrecordingexperience.com
ALT Recording Studios have launched the website www.brightonrecordingexperience.com. This is simply the experience for anyone who likes to sing. - October 21, 2010 - ALT Recording Studios