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DJ iMack Spins at the After Party for St. Mary's Tribute Dinner at New York City's Gotham Hall
DJ iMack and S.D. Mack Events kicks off the holiday season of giving by providing free DJ Services for St. Mary's Tribute Dinner at New York City's Gotham Hall. - December 06, 2008 - S.D. Mack Events
Ailing Economy Strains Resources of Food Bank for New York City, Peter Buffet Offers Holiday Album for Free Download Providing Meals for New Yorkers in Need
Musician and philanthropist Peter Buffett has teamed up with download portal Amie Street, offering his Christmas album, Star of Wonder, for free download. Amie Street will donate $1 and Robin Hood will donate $2 for each download to the Food Bank for New York City which will provide fifteen free meals for New Yorkers in need. - December 06, 2008 - Peter Buffett
iTunes and CDBaby Helped Indie Artist Wayna Get First Grammy Nod
Ethiopian-born Singer-Songwriter Wayna's Loving You Remake is a true indie stand out in the Best Urban/Alternative Performance Category. The song celebrates music and the Indie struggle of trying to get on the radio, which itself is ironic considering the song is being recognized among the music industry's elite. Producer of the original Stevie Wonder is a friend who has called her "incredible." Wayna's brand of empowerment R&B, hip hop soul was cultivated out of the DC underground soul scene. - December 05, 2008 - Wayna
The Fray’s New Video Hits ABC’s Airwaves and Features a Yamaha Piano
YCAA Lent a C7 grand piano to the new music video to “You Found Me,” which is doubling as part of a promo video for the hit show Lost. - December 05, 2008 - Yamaha Corporate Artist Affairs, Inc.
Folk Harpist Gillian Grassie at Appel Farm First Fridays @ the Gallery Showcases Exciting Young Talent
First Fridays @ The Gallery at Appel Farm presents captivating harpist/singer/songwriter Gillian Grassie on Friday, December 5 at 8:00pm. Grassie’s unique sound melds her soulful lyrics and appealing soprano with a harp technique that shows her jazz and folk roots. Grassie has been acclaimed... - December 05, 2008 - Appel Farm Arts and Music Center
The Bobs Appear at Appel Farm in Sleigh Bobs Ring. Zany Wizards of Song Skewer Classic Holiday Tunes.
On Friday, December 5 at 8:00 PM, The Bobs will bring their special brand of holiday cheer to Appel Farm Arts and Music Center with Sleigh Bobs Ring. Audiences will enjoy a performance that combines outrageous covers of classic holiday songs, like “Do You Hear What I Hear, Man?,” along... - December 05, 2008 - Appel Farm Arts and Music Center
Roe Family Band Entertains at HarborPlace Retirement Resort
The Roe Family Band performed live bluegrass at HarborPlace on Monday. The residents and staff of HarborPlace at Port St Lucie, a Retirement Resort and Assisted Living Community, enjoyed listening to the award-winning family bluegrass band from Colorado. According to www.roefamilyband.com,... - December 05, 2008 - HarborPlace at Port St Lucie
Dune Dogs Host Fourth Annual Dune Dog Holiday Extravaganza
The Dune Dogs (www.thedunedogs.com), which consists of area executives playing “country-fried swamp ‘n’ roll,” has announced that the Fourth Annual Dune Dog Holiday Extravaganza will be held Monday, Dec. 22 at 8 p.m. at the Berkeley Café, located on 217 W. Martin St. - December 05, 2008 - The Dune Dogs
Rod Carrillo Presents Bodega Charlie Latin House Anthem, "Oye Party," for Worldwide Release
Rod Carrillo - the electrifying producer that exploded on international dance floors this year - is at it again. He is a vibrant producer/remixer that has had a year full of hits for such artists as Donna Summer, Hardrox, Crystal Waters and Judy Torres. “Oye Party” is Rod... - December 04, 2008 - Dancemusiclabel.com/Carrillo Music LLC
Daville Entertainment's Reggaeton Star, Dragon, Shining Bright
Dragon the New Face of Reggaeton shining brighter than many expected. - December 04, 2008 - Daville Entertainment, LLC
Viola in Music Website Owner Warns: "Last Chance to Admire Priceless Stradivari & Amati Violins and Violas"
Without having to wait one year for these beautiful instruments - December 02, 2008 - Viola in Music
Ty Showers - 5 for 5
5 music releases in 5 months by musician and composer, Ty Showers. - December 02, 2008 - Ty Showers
EveryDay Life Featured in Crunk Newsletter
Provocative Hip Hop book by author MG Hardie is featured in Crunk Newsletter. - December 01, 2008 - MG
Dawna Lee Heising and Brandon McNeil of “Eye on Entertainment” Film Show on the Red Carpet at the 2008 Los Angeles Music Awards
Mark Barnes Wins 2008 Hollywood F.A.M.E. Music and Cinema Award and Performs Two Songs. - November 29, 2008 - Eye on Entertainment
HYPE Magazine Interviews Hip Hop Book Author
HYPE Magazine hosts a live interview radio talk show with EveryDay Life author MG Hardie on December 2, 2008 @ 3pm. - November 29, 2008 - MG
Christian Artist Bill Petty Named as a Finalist of the 8th Annual Independent Music Awards
Bill Petty Selected as Finalist Among Indie Artists from 6 Continents in the 8th Annual Independent Music Awards. Winners to be Promoted to More Than 20 Million Worldwide & to Appear in 2009 Edition of the Musician's Atlas. - November 29, 2008 - Bill Petty Ministries
New Single by Letha Allen Due for Release December 1st
The long overdue single by Equinox Entertainment, "You Do it Right" will be available through Independent Artists Company ( iacmusic.com ) from December 1st. - November 28, 2008 - Equinox Entertainment
New Indie Hip Hop Label Announces Two Releases for the Month of November
Holographic Pagoda Recordings is proud to present Twin Perils debut album “Dark Alliance” which dropped on Veterans Day earlier this month; and Lone Ninja’s debut solo effort the “Covert Operative EP” which drops today. Twin Perils, a two man rap group, is made up of... - November 27, 2008 - Holographic Pagoda Recordings LLC
The 1st Family of Techno, the Burden Brothers, Release Their Long Awaited New Album on 430 West
Detroit’s own native sons, Lawrence Burden and Lenny Burden, announce the release of their new album, Octave One “Summers on Jupiter,” on their own reborn label, 430 West Records and P-Vine (Japan). - November 27, 2008 - 430 West Records, LTD.
Former Billboard Writer Larry LeBlanc Joins CelebrityAccess with New Column
CelebrityAccess Welcomes Music Journalist Larry LeBlanc And New Column “In The Hot Seat.” - November 26, 2008 - CelebrityAccess
WunderWebs Announced Today the Launch of the Official Website for Woo and Friends Karaoke
Today marks the debut of the official website, wookaraoke.com, for Woo and Friends Karaoke at the Sheraton La Jolla, featuring the incomparable Gerrie Woo, former Playboy Bunny, as host of one of the most exciting and longest running karaoke shows in San Diego. Woo, who has entertained millions around the world with her singing and dancing, brings her finely tuned sense of professionalism to the karaoke stage. - November 26, 2008 - WunderWebs
Corey Feldman Challenges You to Direct a Video for Truth Movements Environmental Anthem "Green is the Colour"
Not green as in greed or money, but green as in the environment and protecting our planet for our children and future generations. Actor, musician and father Corey Feldman is putting his money where his mouth is by launching a video contest to tie in with his environmental anthem "Green is the... - November 26, 2008 - Corey Feldman
Producers of Community Festival Form Full Service Entertainment Company
Entertainment Company headquartered in Clarksville will offer opportunities for performers. - November 26, 2008 - Statusj
Sunset Music Publishing Announces Licensing Deals for Upcoming Year
The Sunset Records licensing and publishing company, Sunset Music Publishing announces new strategic partnerships for companies to work its catalog of recorded music. - November 25, 2008 - Sunset Corporation of America
The New Surreal Has Announced Plans to Enter the Year 2009 Onstage at Desmond’s Tavern in New York City
Sunset Recording Artist, The New Surreal announces a very special New Years Eve show that will start right at Midnight. - November 25, 2008 - Sunset Corporation of America
Let's Just be American
Country music artist Billy Craig writes and releases song for America. - November 24, 2008 - All Things Media
Francis Dunnery Announces Progressive-Rock Project for 2009
Recent creative collaboration moves singer/songwriter Francis Dunnery to embark upon ambitious progressive rock CD and film project. - November 23, 2008 - Flying Spot Entertainment
Vocal Concert Hammel & Artis at First Presbyterian Church in Orange
Join Carmen Artis, soprano and John Hammel, tenor in a diverse programs of songs that incorporate the sun, moon and stars as symbols of earthly love in all of it’s various forms. Carmen and John will be singing songs from the musical realms of opera, operetta, Broadway and pop in their journey along the byways of love. They will be joined by accompanist Nancy DeRitter, pianist. - November 23, 2008 - First Presbyterian Church of Orange
Federal Moguls set up the High Risk Investment Planning at Sunset Records
Federal Moguls signs a worldwide deal with Sunset Records for its High Risk Investment Planning. Federal Moguls Branch Manager, Q-Ball (DJ for Multi Platinum act The Bloodhound Gang), and Shift Supervisor Troy Walsh (MTV.com, Mr. Unlikely), work alongside the Senior Sales Associate, J. J. Sinatra... - November 23, 2008 - Sunset Corporation of America
Multi-Racial Spoken Word Artist Katana Releases Debut Album
Katana, a multi-racial spoken word artist, today announced the release of her debut album Kaotica on Itunes. Kaotica covers various topics such as racism, sexism, and domestic violence. - November 23, 2008 - Katana Music
Thanksgiving 2008 - Special Thanks from AVnex to All Its Customers
www.audio4fun - Thanksgiving is the time of year to give thanks and enjoy family and friends. AVnex also takes this opportunity to give a special thanks to all of its customers and to share the spirit of Thanksgiving Day by offering them special discounts on AVnex’s music software as gifts. For more details, please visit http://www.musicmorpher.com/special-offers.htm. - November 23, 2008 - AVSoft Corp.
Go Large Records Very Own SynSay Steals Title as Top Northwest Female MC
Full of energy, she has hit the stage with enthusiasm and every show results in a packed house with fans screaming for more. Go Large Records artist development team has jumped onboard to assist her in spreading her wings beyond the Seattle scene. - November 23, 2008 - Go Large Records International, LLC
Alternative Band Run Doris Run's New Album Vultures Released to Industry and a Video of Seth Rogen Singing Along to the Music
Seth Rogen found singing to new band Run Doris Run. Video from band exploits Mr. Rogen as supporter of band and new album. The bands capitalizes and hits it big. - November 22, 2008 - RDR Worldwide LLC
Happy Thanksgiving with audio4fun.com
AVnex Ltd. opens their store wider to more customers with online coupons and free downloads for this Thanksgiving. Detailed can be found at www.audio4fun.com/promotion.htm, All products from AVnex Ltd, an audio video software company, can be found on audio4fun.com and many download websites. - November 22, 2008 - AVSoft Corp.
Internet Records Launches "Who Wants to be the Next Rap Star?" On SonicBids
Internet Records launches the first online reality show dedicated at finding the next hip-hop/rap star. - November 22, 2008 - Internet Records Inc.
Monroe Moody Comes Under Go Large Records Management
In addition to all of his projects with Go Large Records, in 2006 when Monroe tried out for the American Idol, he also got the opportunity to sing Live on KDWB FM 101.3 in Minneapolis Minnesota and landed in the top sixty (out of over 12,000 contestants) for a chance to go to Hollywood. Go Large Records Management Division helps take him to the next level. - November 21, 2008 - Go Large Records International, LLC
JamsBio Launches “Fierce” Promotion for New Beyonce Album
JamsBio and Columbia Records Celebrate Beyonce’s Release of “I Am… Sasha Fierce” by Asking for Beyonce Memories and Top-5 Lists. - November 21, 2008 - Mouth Watering Media, LLC
David Chance, Former Member of Ruff Endz, Joins Optimus Entertainment Group, Forming a Marketing Alliance
You may not know the name David Chance but you certainly know and will remember his music. Songs such as “No More” (Shopping Sprees) and “Some One to Love You” from the Sony/Epic R&B Duo. Ruff Endz dominated the radio airwaves upon their release in 2000 and 2002! Breaking records on the Urban AC charts, Ruff Endz made their mark. - November 20, 2008 - Optimus Entertainment Group LLC
Solid Cables Tie Up Carl Verheyen
Solid Cables™, the high quality instrument cable manufacture, has officially signed up Carl Verheyen as its latest endorsement. During a period where other companies may become reserve and/or panic in response to overall economic indicators, Solid Cables™ is adamantly moving forward... - November 20, 2008 - Solid Cables
Now Forward Music Signs Brooklyn Indie-Folk Label City Salvage Records to Two-Year Distribution and Marketing Deal
Now Forward Music signs Brooklyn indie-folk label City Salvage Records to two-year distribution and marketing deal. The development friendly deal will bring nationally touring artists Andy Friedman, Paul Curreri and Devon Sproule to retail through Now Forward’s Kindred Rhythm imprint. - November 20, 2008 - Now Forward Music, Inc.
Introspective New York Singer-Songwriter Doug Yoel Releases New Rock EP 'Yellow Light/So.. I Want You' on November 25
On November 25, 2008, despite death and disaster, folk-rocker Doug Yoel will release a new set of recordings 'Yellow Light/So.. I Want You' that are as memorable as they are persistent on the Kindred Rhythm label. The EP will be available for purchase on most major digital retailers and a vinyl edition will be available in March 2009. - November 20, 2008 - Kindred Rhythm Music Group
Tribe of Noise, Announces One Billion Fans Contest to Musicians and the Masses
Economic down turns always affect marketing budgets from major corporations to street corner musicians. Money troubles tend to bring out fear but not so for the people at Tribe of Noise. They have just announced their One Billion Fans Contest. One Billion Fans. Is that even possible, you may ask? - November 19, 2008 - Tribe of Noise
Local Deer Hunters Help Feed the Hungry
The field staff members of Huntonly.com - a website created and managed by hunters as a resource for the hunting community - have donated 15 deer to Maryland’s Farmers and Hunters Feeding The Hungry (FHFH) program. The deer were harvested throughout Southern Maryland during Maryland’s... - November 17, 2008 - HuntOnly.com
Ribbon Microphone Buyer's Guide Published
Online article describes similarities between ribbon microphone motors to help buyer's choose the right model. - November 16, 2008 - OktavaMod
Rock Magazine Goes Digital
Digital Rock Magazine introduces a whole new way to experience a free online magazine by introducing the interactive flash flipbook. - November 16, 2008 - LPM Voice Magazine
JamsBio Celebrates Cheap Trick’s “Budokan 30th Anniversary Edition CD/DVD”
Cheap Trick Promotion Provides Fans Opportunity to Post Memories, Create Lists and Win a Signed Poster and CD/DVD sets. - November 16, 2008 - Mouth Watering Media, LLC
Nucliess Releases Refreshing Rock Debut CD, "Shades of Life"
"Nucliess: Shades of Life" delivers a refreshing rush of guitar rock with provocative vocals and dynamic, driving rhythms. - November 16, 2008 - Nucliess
W.O.A International Introduces a New Approach to Gaelic Singing with Irish Singer Lorcán Mac Mathúna
W.O.A International signs on Irish traditional singer - Lorcán Mac Mathúna to a three-year management deal. - November 15, 2008 - W.O.A International : Records & Studios
iVideosongs Shows How to Play Blink 182 and Fallout Boy
iVideosongs introduces two new songs by pop punk artists Blink 182 and Fallout Boy. - November 15, 2008 - iVideosongs
The Biryukov Academy of Art & Music is Proud to Announce New Faculty Member Ben Sher
Ben is a very accomplished musician who has three releases on BGI Records with his Brazilian Jazz Group TudoBern. Additionally, he has toured the world performing at the Montruex, Berlin, North Sea and Marsala Jazz Festivals with artists including Ute Lemper and "Ball-in - the-Jack". Ben... - November 15, 2008 - Biryukov Academy of Art and Music