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Country Music Rockers Jägertown Ignite the Charts, Radio, Press, YouTube and Fans with Their Single Off New EP Rearview
Jägertown has come a long way since its debut album more than a decade ago, but the title track’s first lyric remains a paramount part of its persona. “Line ‘em up, shoot ‘em down. There’s a party going down in Jägertown.” - April 02, 2018 - Jagertown
Jamie Skylar’s "Lay Me Down" Delivers Haunting Love Song
The Fourth single from the new album Marmalade drops Tuesday, April 3rd. - April 01, 2018 - Prophet Records
"Nordic Noir" - New Album Release from Magnus Svanfeldt, MSM Records, Stockholm
Magnus Svanfeldt is releasing “Nordic Noir,” a dark album, filled with losses, love, friendship, faith and joy. We experience grief and illness or we are forced to flee for our lives. Nevertheless, we always look forward. We are on our way. We are not turning around. It is in our... - April 01, 2018 - MSM Records
Stellar Scholars' World Class David Reinstein Has Arranged His Anthem for Israel for Strings, French Horns, Guitar, and Violins in a Fortissimo Performance
Stellar Scholars' David Reinstein has polished his musical masterwork, Anthem for Israel Live Read StoryTube on YouTube for a concert performance. New York City's Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall as well as Detroit's audiences at Orchestra Hall are in for a night to remember. Lauds Stellar... - March 29, 2018 - Stellar Scholars
MTS Management's Country Legend, Alt-Rock Guitarist Win at LA Music Video Awards; Nashville Artist Nabs IMDB-Sanctioned Nomination
MTS Management Group's legendary country singer-songwriter Margie Singleton and alternative rock guitarist/songwriter JJ McGuigan are among the winners of the LA Music Video Awards. Nashville singer-songwriter Jeremy Parsons is nominated for a Monkey Bread Tree Film Award. - March 28, 2018 - MTS Management Group
Plymouth State University Choirs Present "Dido and Aeneas" in Concert
PSU Chamber Singers present Henry Purcell's "Dido and Aeneas" in concert on Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at 7pm in the Smith Recital Hall, Silver Center for the Arts. Based on the love story from Virgil's "Aeneid," this English Baroque masterpiece features magnificent music, potent drama, and remarkable intensity. The performance of the opera will include harpsichord and strings in a gender-bending interpretation with sexual desire at its core. - March 21, 2018 - Plymouth State University Choirs
Piascore’s Music App Hits the 10 Million Downloads Mark; 77% of Downloads from Overseas Users, Most from the United States
Piascore announced that as of March 14th, 2018, the company-developed apps have achieved more than 10 million total downloads. (*) * This total is based on the 7 apps below. - Smart Digital Music Score Reader “Piascore” https://itunes.apple.com/app/id406141702 - Remote Page Turning... - March 20, 2018 - Piascore, Inc.
Emerging Singer-Songwiter Olivia Kellman to Donate Proceeds from Her Empowering Anthem Voices Need Sound to the Stoneman Douglas Victims Fund
The Hopeful, Inspirational Track - Written to Speak Truth to Power and Give Voice to the Voiceless - is from the Multi-Talented Artist's Critically Acclaimed Debut Album "On My Way." - March 19, 2018 - Olivia Kellman Music
Jamie Skylar’s "Marmalade" Advocates Enlightened Thinking Over Archaic, Myopic and Elitist Attitudes
"Marmalade" the title song and third single drops Tuesday, March 20th. - March 19, 2018 - Prophet Records
Martha Wash Did What?!; 10 Minutes with Martha Wash Premieres Monday, March 26th
Martha Wash, two time Grammy nominee and the voice behind such iconic pop and dance classics as “It’s Raining Men” (Weather Girls), “Strike It Up” (Black Box) and “Everybody Dance Now (Gonna Make You Sweat)” (C+C Music Factory), has done the unexpected...again. - March 19, 2018 - DO-KWA Productions
MTS Management Group Artists Receive 22 Nominations in 5th Annual IMEA Awards
MTS Management Group artists have received 22 nominations in the upcoming 5th Annual International Music and Entertainment Association Awards (IMEA). The ceremony will be held June 16, 2018 at the Paramount Theater in Ashland, KY. - March 19, 2018 - MTS Management Group
X: THC to be Featured in WOA Entertainment's Goa Chillout Zone Vol. 8, Supporting Animal Welfare
Hypnotical Entertainment announces the inclusion of X: THC's song, Mr. Happy to be featured in the 8th Edition of the Goa Chillout Zone, with proceeds going to support animal welfare. - March 16, 2018 - X: THC
Andre Xcellence Releases New EP Through Capitol Records/Priority Records
Genre blending recording artist Andre Xcellence turns up on new EP I’m Coming. The 5-track release will be distributed exclusively through Xcellent Music in partnership with Capitol/Priority Records. Inspired by Southern California’s sun and fun atmosphere Andre Xcellence plans to... - March 15, 2018 - Andre Xcellence
Southwest Airlines Gives Concert Goers a Ticket to Fly; #WannaGetAway Giveaway Nights Return to Friday Night Sound Waves
As the official airline of Friday Night Sound Waves, Southwest® will present nine performances during the 2018 season, beginning April 6, and concluding with the final show of the season, November 2. Once again, guests attending will be able to enjoy the airline’s signature snacks and kick back in their beachside lounge. One very popular reward for attendees also makes a comeback, with the opportunity to enter for a chance to win round trip travel in the #WannaGetaway Giveaway Sweepstakes. - March 13, 2018 - Arianne Glassman
Sherry Pruitt’s CD “I’ve Been Bamboozled”; Sherry Pruitt, “The Texas Songbird’s” Debut CD on Rizing Sun Records is Released
Rizing Sun Records today announced the release of “I’ve Been Bamboozled,” a new CD by Sherry Pruitt, The Texas Songbird. - March 09, 2018 - Rizing Sun Records
Julie W. Ingram Honored as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Julie W. Ingram of Dallas, Texas has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2018 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 21 years in the field of entertainment. About Julie W. Ingram Julie Ingram is the CEO of Julie... - March 09, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
Spiritual Vocalist Dion Hairston’s New Single “911” Blazes Bigger Than a 3-Alarm Fire
“911” is the newly released single from Spiritual vocalist, Dion Hairston’s upcoming 3rd project “No Longer Haunted,” where he gives his fans and followers a new and unique sound from him. Dion's vocal ability and range are truly a blessing he plans to share with the world. - March 09, 2018 - Dion Hairston
David Fitzpatrick to Release Solo Studio LP, "Parachutes in Hurricanes" - New Album Due April 27th
David Fitzpatrick, who has led Milwaukee’s Dave Fitzpatrick Band for decades will release his first major solo work entitled "Parachutes In Hurricanes” on Daystorm Music. Known for his production résumé, musician/engineer/producer Gary Tanin (Jack Spann, Sam Llanas,... - March 09, 2018 - Daystorm Music
Off The Chain Radio Show with Host Yvonne Mason on Blog Talk Radio
Off The Chain Radio Host Yvonne Mason has reached new heights in her listening audience. - March 08, 2018 - Yvonne Mason, Author/Radio Host
Local Production of School of Rock Seeks Young Rock Musicians
They say music education provides benefits to learning and brain growth. Here’s another fun benefit to all those music lessons: a chance to show off those skills to a live audience. A local production of School of Rock the Musical is looking for five young musicians to round out their... - March 08, 2018 - Sudbrink Performance Academy
Melodia Women's Choir of NYC Presents The Harmony of Morning, a 15th Anniversary Concert
Celebrating 15 seasons of bringing women's choral music to the world with a spring program featuring a joyful all-American program of works from Elliott Carter, Christina Whitten Thomas, Sally Lamb McCune, Kevin Siegfried, and the U.S. premiere of "A Brighter Garden," by Paul Halley. Conducted by Cynthia Powell with Taisiya Pushkar on piano and an all-female chamber orchestra. - March 08, 2018 - Melodia Women's Choir of NYC
WROX Records Debuts with Brother Rock Single
WROX Records drops "Rockin' Chair" as the label’s first official release. - March 03, 2018 - WROX Records
Hotwired Rocks the Whisky with Aileen Quinn (Annie 1982) and the Leapin' Lizards
On March 4th, 2018, Hotwired returns to The World Famous Whisky A Go Go located at 8901 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069--The beautiful Sunset Strip--to open up the night for Aileen Quinn, and the Leapin' Lizards. Aileen Quinn is the award winning actress who starred in the 1982 film:... - March 03, 2018 - Hotwired
Kazeloon Records, Planet 9 Music, Roseland Ent., The Pac Records, & K.D Lean Inc. Announces the Release of Kazeloon's Official Video "Rock It (She Luv My Roccet)
KazeLoon and his business partners are releasing his official music video online at various music video sites over 1,500 of them. - March 03, 2018 - KazeLoon Records & K.D Lean Inc.
Faith & First Responders: Teen Christian Artist Releases New Album, Relentless, and Honors Heroes at Local Famfest
Teen Christian Contemporary Artist and Songwriter, Jennifer Jimenez officially released her first album, Relentless, on March 2, 2018. The album fuses contemporary Christian with gospel soul sounds, featuring eight original songs by Jennifer in collaboration with GRAMMY® Award winner, pianist, arranger and producer, Lannie Battistini under his music label, Hands In Motion Music. Jennifer is performing at Fishhawk’s FamFest 2018 in Lithia, Florida, honoring first responders and their families. - March 02, 2018 - Hands in Motion Music & Marketing
Hip-Hop and New Age Artists Bring Performances to the “Belly Up” for Social Causes
Kiyoshi and DTO Release New Albums and “Raise the Vibes” for Veterans and Youth on March 20 - March 02, 2018 - Buddha Music Group
Virun® NutraBIOsciences® Announces Sponsorship of Upcoming Top Shelf Tech Fest 2018, a Music & Technology Festival Celebrating Innovation with Food Technology and Music
Virun® NutraBIOsciences® Showcases Hot Young Musical Talent, Hosts Informative Panel Discussions and Presents its’ New Product Offering to the Masses at Inaugural Music and Food Science Event. - March 01, 2018 - VIRUN
MTS Management's Indie Music Awards Nominee Jeremy Parsons to Guest on WSM Radio Nashville
MTS Management's Nashville-based singer-songwriter Jeremy Parsons will perform on the legendary radio station, WSM, this Friday, March 2nd. Devon O'Day will host the Independent Music Awards nominee on "Nashville Today." - February 27, 2018 - MTS Management Group
VOENA Spring Concert Season, "Voices of the Yesterday"
Warm, generous, enveloping and beautifully moving to see children express themselves in a joyous singing dance-like performance. Compelling voices with wow moments that just keep coming, VOENA presents a dynamic, refreshingly intimate show where the audience will experience a supreme new choral experience, bringing the audience in and out of songs from our yesteryears... a modern show for the whole family. - February 26, 2018 - VOENA
MTS Management Group's Christian R&B/Dance Aritst Christa Deana Releases Single and Lyric Video "If God Doesn't Want It"
MTS Management Group's Philadelphia-based Christian singer-songwriter Christa Deana has released her new single and lyric video for "If God Doesn't Want It." - February 26, 2018 - MTS Management Group
For the First Time in Saudi Arabia: Wendy Musical Play Performs Live in Riyadh
The General Entertainment Authority brought the Wendy Musical Play, which will be held for the first time in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and organized by LuxuryKSA. The Kuwaiti Wendy Band will perform a musical from 22nd till 24th of February in Riyadh, Dar Al Uloom, following their performance in... - February 23, 2018 - General Entertainment Authority
Luxuryville Records Set to Release Algorhythm Trio's New Album, "A Glitch in the Matrix"
Denver based record label, Luxuryville Records, is set to kick off the springtime with Algorhythm Trio's new record and first national release, "A Glitch in the Matrix." - February 22, 2018 - Luxuryville
Forward Thinking Drummer/Composer Colin Hinton Releases Debut Album on Snake and Cornelia
Colin Hinton Blends Free Jazz and Post-Punk to Create Genre Bending New Album Glassbath. - February 22, 2018 - Snake and Cornelia Records
Friday Night Sound Waves Returns for Its Third Season Bringing an Eclectic Range of Free Concerts to Fort Lauderdale Beach
Fort Lauderdale continues to prove itself as one of South Florida’s top music destinations with the release of the 2018 Friday Night Sound Waves artist lineup. Filling the gap between the area’s largest music festivals, Tortuga Music Festival in April and Riptide Music Festival in... - February 21, 2018 - Arianne Glassman
Amazon Releases the Long-Awaited Beyoncé and Destiny’s Child Documentary on Amazon Direct
The wait is over for devout members of the BeyHive, who are aware of the humble beginnings of Beyoncé and Destiny's Child as the group called Girls Tyme, which Beyoncé headed with fellow Destiny's Child members Kelly Rowland and LaTavia Roberson and former Prince protégé Ashely "Tamar" Davis. Girls Tyme The Untold Story of Destiny's Child has arrived. - February 20, 2018 - Dousic Entertainment Publishing
Jamie Skylar Delivers Ethereal Message from John Lennon in "I Know You Know the Walrus Too"
Second single from the new album Marmalade drops Wednesday, February, 21st. - February 20, 2018 - Prophet Records
"Spanish Serenade" by Tatiana Mikova Featured on "Performance Today" (American Public Media)
Czech composer Tatiana Mikova to feature her chamber piece for nonet, “Spanish Serenade” on America’s most popular classical music program, “Performance Today.” Her performance airs on Monday, February 19, at 9:00am EST. The Work: “Spanish... - February 19, 2018 - Tatiana Mikova, film composer
“Lifetime Achievement” Awarded to Bonnie Raitt, Legendary Guitarist and Singer
The National GUITAR Museum announced that Bonnie Raitt, one of the most accomplished guitarists of the past 50 years, will receive its annual Lifetime Achievement Award. Raitt is only the eighth recipient of the award. Raitt’s musicianship spans four decades of popular music, from gritty... - February 19, 2018 - NGM
Global Icon Mýa Returns with Brand New Single Celebrating 20th Year Anniversary
Grammy-winning recording artist, Mýa, unveiled the release of her brand new single, from her highly anticipated upcoming 13th studio project. The global entertainer and humanitarian surprised eager fans by ushering in Valentine’s Day with a debut of her new music, once again breaking... - February 18, 2018 - Mýa
Trumpeter Bob Wagner Releases Ground-Breaking Debut Recording Toot Suite
With this release of "Toot Suite," available from all major on-line music retailers, trumpeter Bob Wagner becomes the first American-born musician to record this widely-heard but rarely-recorded suite for trumpet and jazz trio in its entirety. - February 16, 2018 - Jump City Music Inc
Versatile Haitian American Singer/Songwriter Natalie Jean and Country Singer Levi Moore Release New Country Single
Natalie Jean is a very rare kind of vocalist. Winning recognition across the most diverse of musical genres and quite comfortable performing in English, French and Creole. Levi Moore is an upcoming talented Country artist. In exciting news, Natalie Jean and Levi Moore have recently dropped their new single “The Letting Go,” and fans old and new couldn't be happier. - February 16, 2018 - Natalie Jean
Baltimore Rapper Damond Blue to Take Kids to See Black Panther
Baltimore rapper Damond Blue, his foundation Beats Not Bullets and Dream Bigger Media Group are buying out three theaters at the Towson Cinemark Theatre in Maryland to allow children from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Baltimore the opportunity to view Marvel’s new movie Black... - February 15, 2018 - Dream Bigger Media Group
Gil Smith Launches Infield Media & Promotion, Inc.
Announces the launch of a new business "Infield Media & Promotion, Inc." by a well-known Washington, DC executive. - February 14, 2018 - Infield Media & Promotion, Inc.
Nuclear Group Entertainment Announces the Launch of New Record Label
NGE is an independent record label created to produce and promote a growing portfolio of brand new artists. NGE's proficiency in talent management revolves around choosing the right agents, publishers, and attorneys to work with. Their team's creativity and experience in the industry will provide each artist with the ability to increase their fan base and generate income. - February 14, 2018 - Nuclear Group Entertainment
"Night of 100 Stars" Richard Walters Joins ACCS as an Advisor Organizing 2018 Academy Awards Viewing Gala
The ACCS Oscar Viewing Gala, “China Night,” a multi-cultural celebration and Oscar-viewing awards gala just announced the appointment of Richard Walters, President of Smash Music and a leader of Bold Film, as the Advisor of ACCS Oscars China Night Committee. He is a son of Norby Walters, the founder of a Hollywood Oscar viewing party, Night of 100 Stars, and a co-host of Night of 100 Stars for many years. - February 12, 2018 - American-Chinese CEO Society (ACCS)
Ben Dunham Partners with Award-Winning Songwriter Dave Gutter on New Single, Talkin’ Down
Produced in the Halo Studio of Portland Maine, Ben Dunham and Dave Gutter come together to create a raw and gritty duo on this exclusive track. - February 12, 2018 - Ben Dunham Music
Running Music for the Christian Walk: Christa Deana Signs with MTS for New Single Release
Philadelphia-based Christian singer-songwriter Christa Deana has signed with MTS Management Group for the promotion of her February 2018 single, "If God Doesn't Want It." Christa has toured the world with several choirs. - February 12, 2018 - MTS Management Group
Jennifer Juan to Release Brand New Single and Music Video
Content Creator and Artist Jennifer Juan is celebrating the upcoming launch of her latest single "2AM" and the accompanying music video. - February 09, 2018 - Jennifer Juan
Independent Label Scores Big with Lonny Ray
A True Independent Digs for Platinum - February 09, 2018 - Copper 1 Music
New Paranormal Podcast Series, Death by Misadventure the Deadly Rockstar Curse of T. Rex
The true paranormal podcast, "Death by Misadventure" is a supernatural rock-n-roll journey through the life and death of Marc Bolan. The story uncovers the shocking details, examine the mystical facts, and unravels the paranormal mystery behind the death of Marc Bolan, lead singer of the glam rock band, T. Rex. - February 08, 2018 - Death by Misadventure