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Concert Series Explores the Globe
The JC Concert Band and its Musical Director Stephen P Brown has announced that the 2009-2010 concert series will begin in Europe, cross through Russia and conclude in the USA via Broadway and the South. The band, which just finished celebrating its 25th Anniversary, continues to delight growing... - August 28, 2009 - JC Concert Band
U.S. Music Stores Go Green Day
Saturday August 29th, in over 300 cities, Independent Music Stores across America are declaring music has gone Green. The public is invited to enjoy a free wheat-based biodegradable guitar pick at participating music stores. When these award winning Wheatware™ guitar picks and drumsticks wear... - August 28, 2009 - Wheatware
International Bands Use Music and Performance Art to Promote Peace on September 11th
Turkey's Sertab Erener and Demir Demirkan have collaborated with Hazerfan to share the unique qualities of their music, steeped in Turkish culture and art, but fused with modern and world influences. Through performance, they hope to spread the hope of peace, a better understanding of cross-cultural values, and share art and music to promote love and tolerance. - August 28, 2009 - Hazerfan
Fallen Women & Virtuous Wives
Dame Felicity Lott & Graham Johnson Acclaimed Concert Debuts on DVD October 27 Fallen Women & Virtuous Wives Kultur announces the DVD release of Fallen Women and Virtuous Wives. The DVD will be available on October 27, 2009 for a suggested retail price of $29.99. World renowned soprano,... - August 28, 2009 - Kultur International Films Ltd
The Community Rallies to Save the African Heritage Cultural Center from Proposed Budget Cuts
Community Leaders will hold peaceful rally on August 29 @ 10 AM at The African Heritage Cultural Arts Center. - August 27, 2009 - African Heritage Cultural Arts Center
Brandon Music – Vermont’s Classical Music Haven News
US Branch of International Classical Music Record Company Introduces New Russian Piano Music and is Now Sole US Distributor of Australian Record Label. - August 27, 2009 - Brandon Music - Vermont's Classical Music Haven
Urban Latin Duo from NJ Are Compared to Wisin Y Yandel by Music Excutive
Kuko Alamala & Buda the Urban Latin duo from NJ are compared to Wisin Y Yandel by Music Executive. Kuko Alamala & Buda are set to release their Sophomore Album "Pintando Con Palabras" (Painting with Words), Fall 2009. - August 26, 2009 - Alamala Music
East Tennessee Company Nominated for National Award
Sevier County business owner Jacob Timmons of S.D. Professionals, LLC based in Sevierville TN, has been nominated for the American Express/NBC Universal “Shine A Light” award for small business owners. The recognition honors those who have shown an ongoing entrepreneurial spirit through tough times. Nominees were selected for innovation, customer-first mentality, and a dedication to giving back to the community. - August 26, 2009 - SD Professionals LLC
OVOW Communications, Inc. Releases Rare, 1967 Video Performances by Otis Redding and The Four Tops for Download and Purchase on The iTunes Store
Newly discovered videos by Otis Redding and the Four Tops are now available for purchase and download on the iTunes Store. This includes Otis Redding's 1967 performance of "Try a Little Tenderness" at London's Finsbury Park Astoria and The Four Tops 1967 performance of "Reach Out (I'll Be There)" on the French TV show, "Tilt." These are significant moments in music history, as European audiences elevated American R&B artists to superstar status. - August 26, 2009 - OVOW Communications, Inc.
Schedule of Events Posted for This Year's Atlanta Music Convention 2009
Schedule of Events Posted for This Years Atlanta Music Convention 2009. Come join over 2000 industry professionals including Music Executives, Artists, Radio Personalities, Producers, A&R Representatives, Video Producers, Booking Agents and many more. - August 26, 2009 - atlanta music convention
Frank Sinatra’s Musical Director and Pianist Vincent Falcone Presents His Top Ten Frank Sinatra Songs on a Special One Hour Perfectly Frank on KSAV.org
Renowned musician Vincent Falcone presents his top ten Frank Sinatra songs on a special one hour edition of Perfectly Frank, Tuesday, October 6, 2009 on KSAV Share A Vision Radio at www.KSAV.org. Susan McCray, host of Getting To Know You, is pleased to share her show’s time slot with Dan... - August 26, 2009 - Getting To Know You
New York’s Rachael Sage to Appear on New "Fame" Film Soundtrack
MPress Records artist Rachael Sage to appear on new "Fame" movie soundtrack. For native New Yorker, former School of American Ballet student and Actors Studio alumni, opportunity is "dream come true." Soundtrack available nationally August 25, 2009. - August 26, 2009 - MPress Records
“Street Noise” Welcomed at the Newburgh Free Library
Hudson Valley Musician and Artist will be honored on September 13th in Newburgh. - August 25, 2009 - Delano Systems Inc.
Aaron Copland Tribute on Getting to Know You with Susan McCray
Aaron Copland is the featured artist in a tribute on Getting to Know You with Susan McCray October 13, 2009 on KSAV Share A Vision Radio at www.KSAV.org. The half-hour special airs at 6:30 pm Pacific and 9:30 pm Eastern, and can be accessed in the archives at www.susanmccray.com. Aaron Copland was... - August 25, 2009 - Getting To Know You
Guitar Legend Mitch Perry Named a Celebrity Master for California Rock Camp
CRC 2009 Fall Sessions in Hollywood Provide Rock Fans Exclusive Setting to Learn, Jam, Record & Get Inspired. - August 25, 2009 - California Rock Camp
5th Annual Autmus Festival in Laredo Texas on October 10, 2009 Will Feature Motley Crue's Vince Neil, Crooked X, Nico Vega and the Toadies
Gabe Reed confirms that 5th Annual Autmus Festival in Laredo Texas on October 10, 2009 will feature Motley Crue's Vince Neil, Crooked X, Nico Vega and the Toadies. - August 25, 2009 - Gabe Reed Productions
New National Music Company Launches in Norwich
Jigsaw House is a brand new independent music company based in Norwich and operating throughout the UK, with the sole aim of getting good music noticed. - August 25, 2009 - Jigsaw House
Violinist Diana Yukawa Names New Album
Sony signed violinist, Diana Yukawa has finally named her long awaited third album – The Butterfly Effect. Eight years after the release of her second classical album Diana is set to reveal a new sound for the violin with her third. Although respectful of her roots, Diana is determined to... - August 24, 2009 - Diana Yukawa
West Covina Symphony Orchestra Presents Free "POPS" Concert
The West Covina Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. Sylvia Lee Mann, presents “POPS goes the Symphony: to the MOVIES!” on Sunday August 30, 2009 at 7 p.m. The program is presented in cooperation with the West Covina Chamber of Commerce, The Greater West Covina Business Association, the City of West Covina, the Covina United Methodist Church and the West Covina United Methodist Church. - August 23, 2009 - West Covina Symphony Orchestra
The Birdsongs Release “Pieces (Hold On)” as Band’s First Radio Single
New music from family Christian band The Birdsongs is currently impacting Christian Rock radio. Written by Benjamin Birdsong (lead vocals/guitars) and produced by Dove award winning Record Producer Travis Wyrick (Disciple, Pillar). The Birdsongs introduce their no musical boundaries approach to explore and expand the planting of seeds for our merciful Father. - August 23, 2009 - Distinct Entertainment
Datarecovery.com Saves the Day for Nickelback, Staind
The St. Louis office of ESS Data Recovery (datarecovery.com) has successfully retrieved valuable pictures and video of rock bands Nickelback and Staind, the company announced today. Fran Strine has toured with the bands for over 3 years, and has stored his day to day work on an external hard drive. - August 22, 2009 - Datarecovery.com, Inc.
Mugasha Launches Online Electronic Music Service
Electronic music site, Mugasha.com has officially launched to the public today, August 20th, 2009. All of the music is now open for anyone to listen and is completely free. Mugasha is an online music service that gives users an easy way to listen to electronic music podcasts and long music sets from World Famous DJs. They “chop up” the sets to enable users to easily skip and browse through the songs in each set. - August 22, 2009 - Mugasha
Latin Thug Records Presents Remain.G the New Album from Dutch Rapper Lord of Chaos with the Hit Single "Dues Paid" W/ B Real of Cypress Hill Worldwide Release August 17
Latin Thug Records presents Remain.G the new album from Dutch Rapper Lord Of Chaos, featuring the hit single Dues Paid with B Real of Cypress Hill, worldwide release on itunes and other digital outlets August 17. - August 21, 2009 - latin thug records
Singer Ray Eberle Jr. Interviewed on Getting to Know You with Susan McCray
Singer Ray Eberle Jr. guests on Getting to Know You with Susan McCray September 8, 2009 on KSAV Share A Vision Radio at www.KSAV.org. The half-hour interview airs at 6:30 pm Pacific and 9:30 pm Eastern, and can be accessed in the archives at www.susanmccray.com. Singer Ray Eberle Jr.’s name... - August 20, 2009 - Getting To Know You
Almost Lifelike Debuts in Cincinnati, Hard Rock with Groove
Almost Lifelike blends the rhythmic roots of funk with edgy, hard rock melodies to create a truly unique musical experience. - August 20, 2009 - Almost Lifelike
Jazz Artist Larry White Interviewed on Getting to Know You with Susan McCray
Contemporary Jazz Artist Larry White guests on Getting to Know You with Susan McCray August 25, 2009 on KSAV Share A Vision Radio at www.KSAV.org. The half-hour interview airs at 6:30 pm Pacific and 9:30 pm Eastern, and can be accessed in the archives at www.susanmccray.com. Singer-songwriter... - August 20, 2009 - Getting To Know You
The Rock and Roll Emporium Celebrates the 40th Anniversary of Woodstock with 40% Off Any Item from a 1969 Woodstock Performer
To commemorate the 40th Anniversary of the largest peaceful gathering in Rock and Roll History, The Rock and Roll Emporium is offering a one-time savings of 40% off any single item from a Woodstock '69 Performer now through August 31, 2009. - August 20, 2009 - The Rock and Roll Emporium
Young Bristol Artist is Through to MP3 Music Awards Final
Josh Lloyd, a producer/songwriter from Bristol (UK) who quit university to pursue his long-term musical ambitions has been nominated for the Mp3 Music Awards 'Best Unsigned Act.' - August 19, 2009 - Josh Lloyd Music
American Friends of Kronberg Academy Makes Its Palm Beach Debut with a Series of Chamber Music Concerts
A Press conference to be held on August 19, 2009 at 10:30AM at Nick and Jonnies Patio Bar and Grill on Palm Beach will be the launching pad for the American Friends of the Kornberg Academy. - August 18, 2009 - Rainbow Marketing Inc Dba Global Business Development Center
Missionary Kid Turned Musician to Perform at the Troubadour
Indie-pop artist will perform at the Troubadour with national touring act Blueskyreality on Sept. 4, 2009. - August 18, 2009 - Spin Move Records
Michael Jackson Tribute for Fans by the Fans Scheduled in Hollywood
On Saturday Aug. 22, 2009 Michael Jackson fans will attend a casting call at the Stella Adler Theatre in Hollywood for a fan tribute video. Devoted fans will be chosen to participate and recount the stories of how he affected their lives. - August 18, 2009 - Tribufan Productions
Nelson Signs with Frontiers Records of Italy - Matthew and Gunnar to Release New Sequel to Multiplatinum "After the Rain"
Celebrity rockers Matthew and Gunnar Nelson announced their rock band Nelson has signed with Frontiers Records to record and release a new, original sequel to their multiplatinum selling album, "After the Rain". The new album will be titled, "Lightning Strikes Twice". As part... - August 18, 2009 - Ricky Nelson Remembered
Music and Skateboarders Entertainment Website SkateTronics.com Launch
A new website has stepped into the competitive world of entertainment websites called skatetronics.com This website has tried to add a twist to the concept of an entertainment website by bringing two very hot topics together. Music and skateboarding. Skatetronics.com interviews some of the hottest... - August 17, 2009 - SkateTronics.com
Washington D.C. Based Reggae Band Soja Set to Release Their Third Full- Length Album "Born in Babylon"
Washington D.C. reggae artist SOJA announces the digital, worldwide release of their highly anticipated, third full-length album “Born in Babylon” on August 25, 2009. - August 16, 2009 - SOJA
Bob Williams and the Morning Show Big Hit
Rainbow 95's Morning Show with Bob Williams is a big hit on TikiLive.com - August 16, 2009 - Rainbow 95
Les Paul Tribute Channel Launched
Les Paul Tribute Channel launched to honor Paul, who died yesterday at age 94. - August 16, 2009 - TheRadio.Com
Amy Speace Learns Not to Fear the Killer in Her (a CD Review)
This album conjures the loneliness, sadness, and helplessness that we all sometimes feel and tempers those twisting emotions with those of hope and love - August 16, 2009 - MusicDish
Robert Tat Gallery Presents Gatewood Series of Iconic Images
Selections from Gatewood's rich trove of celebrity photographs will be shown at the Robert Tat Gallery September 3 through October 31, 2009. The exhibition marks the release of A Complete Unknown, a limited edition, 11 x 14-inch handmade artist's book by Gatewood featuring his rare Bob Dylan photos, shot in Stockholm in 1966. Most have never been seen or published until now. - August 15, 2009 - Robert Tat Gallery
Announcing Upstar Records – A Youth-Run Record Label Aimed at Turning Today’s Hip Hop Enthusiasts Into Tomorrow’s Digital Technology Leaders
Bay Area Youth Reclaim Origins of Hip-Hop at Upstar’s First CD Release Event. - August 15, 2009 - Sunset Youth Services
MP3puzzled.com Reaches It's 5,000th Search
MP3puzzled.com, launched in July 2009, has today completed its Beta testing phase, reaching 5,000 searches. The website compares prices of MP3 downloads, both tracks and albums, comparing prices from the big legal MP3 retailers; iTunes, Amazon MP3, Play.com, HMV, Tesco Digital and 7Digital. - August 15, 2009 - MP3puzzled.com
Rhea Silvia Release Debut Album; "When The Spotlight Shines Upon You"
“When The Spotlight Shines Upon You” - Debut album released by award winning band from Pennsylvania. - August 15, 2009 - Rhea Silvia
Violinist Diana Yukawa Plays for Plane Crash Victims
Violinist Diana Yukawa plays for her father and the other 519 victims of 1985 JAL plane crash. - August 14, 2009 - Diana Yukawa
Spring Hill Studio Productions Launches New Website, Services, Freebies
Spring Hill Studio Productions has announced the launch of their comprehensive new website and line of business services at http://www.makemeasong.com. The site includes online ordering of services from jingles to songwriter demos and just about everything in-between. Visitors can partake of a... - August 14, 2009 - SongDoor
Sunset Records Artist, Sekshun 8 is Voted the # 1 Band on FM 99’s WNOR’s Battle of the Bands Contest
Congrats to Sunset Recording artist, Sekshun 8 for its number (#1) one placement in this the Battle of the Band contest at the world renowned rock station in Virginia Beach, WNOR. - August 14, 2009 - Sunset Corporation of America
Internationally Acclaimed Celebrities Lead Support for Future of Music Institution
Internationally acclaimed celebrities including Michael Flatley, The Pogues, Moya Brennan, Phil Coulter, Ash, Brian Kennedy, Sir James & Lady Galway, sportsman Wayne McCullough and multi-millionaire entrepreneur Bill Wolsey, have today come together to lead in supporting the future of... - August 13, 2009 - Francis McPeake School of Music Ltd
World Debut - "Tomorrow" Marc Mysterio Feat. Samantha Fox - 100 Million Person Listener Base.
World Premiere of new song "Tomorrow" by International Star House Musician Marc Mysterio featuring The Iconic Samantha Fox had 100 million person listener base world-wide. - August 13, 2009 - World Class Records
Tweeton.net Levels the Playing Field by Offering Free Resources and Marketing Tools on Their New Super Social Network
Tweeton.net makes it debut and joins the circle of popular social networks that are all the craze today. Offering entertainment industry professionals tons of free resources and tools on their one-stop shop website, that’s more of a supermarket, tweeton.net ups the ante on social networking. - August 12, 2009 - Many Moods Production Company
When I’m Mobile and Radio Paradise Launch First-Ever Mobile Internet Radio Website
Mobile web design and development concern When I’m Mobile, and leading internet radio station Radio Paradise, have joined together to launch Radio Paradise Mobile on July 6, 2009. The first internet radio station website designed for a mobile phone web browser, the site is fully optimized for all mobile devices. - August 12, 2009 - When I'm Mobile
Colt Records Nashville Signs County Line Junction
J. K. Coltrain, President of Colt Records, announced the signing of Central Ohio Duo County Line Junction. - August 12, 2009 - Colt Records
MyMusicSuccess Puts Independent Bands on Air with XL Radio Promotion
Leading music promotion company gives independent artists direct access to a fast growing audience of online radio listeners. - August 12, 2009 - MyMusicSuccess