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MVB Entertainment Rebrands Itself as an "All Digital" Entertainment Company
The popular New York city talent management and artist development company will become an all digital firm in 2017. In an effort to cut cost and keep its brand relevant, MVB Entertainment, LLC. is preparing to innovate what its been doing since 2005. - November 03, 2016 - MVB Entertainment LLC
Singer-Songwriter Releases Album Discussing Mental Illness
Singer-songwriter Emily Brown has just released a new album, “Emily Frown,” about confronting and conversing with mental illness. - November 03, 2016 - Emily Brown
On a Mission of Civiliti ... See Things Differently... People Equally
With a uniquely new "self-sustainable" business model, Civiliti launches its Indiegogo Campaign today utilizing EcoArt to support environmental sustainability and human rights non-profits directly. African masks and sculptures, photography, painting, music and other original artisan works... - November 02, 2016 - Civiliti Corporation
Exclusive Interview with Virtuoso Keyboardist Jordan Rudess of Dream Theater
Virtuoso keyboardist Jordan Rudess of Dream Theater and Liquid Tension Experiment reveals how he became successful in the music industry, in an exclusive interview featured on the inspirational website RiseUpEight.org. In this candid interview, Rudess discusses his career and beginnings as a... - November 02, 2016 - RiseUpEight
Meleana Brown Debuts New CD and Performs at Blue Note, Honolulu, Nov. 28th
Meleana Brown, Hawaiian born songstress captivates audiences with a wide array of musical genres from hawaiian, soul, jazz, pop, gospel and inspirational music. She is appearing at the Blue Note in Honolulu, November 28, 2016. After opening for Bruno Mars in Honolulu and singing as John Legend's duet partner on ABC TV, Duets, Meleana will be debuting her own music, off her new album. - November 02, 2016 - Meleana Brown
Texas Hill Country First Annual Country Music Festival for the Public at Thousand Acre Ranch
Rockin J Ranch and Vaaler Creek Championship Golf Club is hosting its first annual Country Music Festival this weekend November 5th, 2016, 11-4pm on the Ranch. - November 01, 2016 - Rinco of Texas
All About Jazz and ArtistShare Partner to Bring Fan-Funding Model to the Jazz Community
Launchpad by ArtistShare has partnered with All About Jazz to offer unique and exciting opportunities to the worldwide community of jazz artists. - October 31, 2016 - ArtistShare
Elliot Ricci's "Comin' Out of the Bushes" is a Political Parody Spanning Two Presidential Elections. This Song is About Character Flaws in Certain Candidates.
Comin' out of the Bushes is a political parody song and video that reminds us to vote with our conscience. The clever lyrics remind us that "character" does matter when you want to hold the most powerful position in the U.S. Elliot Ricci is a singer/songwriter who is a self-taught piano player. In Comin' Out of the Bushes, Elliot is being silly and playful, bringing light to a serious subject. But in his usual, fabulous performances audience members constantly tell him, "You should be in Vegas!" - October 29, 2016 - Elliot "Rockin" Ricci
Gospel Group Records Victory Song for Hillary
Gospel quartet, The Great Divas of Gospel, has recorded an uplifting song, "Run, Hillary, Run!" for Hillary Clinton as time draws closer to Election Day. - October 29, 2016 - The Great Divas of Gospel
Legendary Keyboardist, Composer, and a Pioneer in the Evolution of Funk, George “Bernie” Worrell, Jr., Better Known as Bernie Worrell in His Final Band Collaboration
Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1997 along with 15 other members of Parliament-Funkadelic, the musical genius Bernie Worrell chose to collaborate with Khu.éex', a Native Funk Band. The music of Khu.éex’ is his final recorded collaborative work, as confirmed by Preston Singletary. Through this Native band, he continued to honor his love and gift for sharing music, and his immense talent both improvising, and composing, and of course on keyboard. - October 28, 2016 - Khu.eex (band)
Sheraton Jumeirah Country Music Festival
For the second time in Dubai, the Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort will host the Country Music Festival over two consecutive weekends, starting on the 16th of November 2016. During the Country Music Festival guests will enjoy delicious American Style Food Stalls, where they can choose many... - October 27, 2016 - Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort
Grammy-Winning Talent Headlines 20th Annual Dominican Republic Jazz Festival
Four-time Grammy Award winner Esperanza Spalding will be among the outstanding performers as the Dominican Republic Jazz Festival celebrates its 20th anniversary with five nights of free concerts Nov. 3-12. drjazzfestival.com Presented by the Dominican Ministry of Tourism, the popular event has... - October 24, 2016 - FEDUJAZZ
MTS Management Group's Eddy Mann Releases Official Lyric Video for "The Consequence"
MTS Management Group's award-winning Inspirational singer-songwriter Eddy Mann has released the official lyric video for "The Consequence." The song is the first single and title track from his upcoming album, due out on Election Day, November 8th. - October 24, 2016 - MTS Management Group
Gary Farr & His All Star Big Band Featuring Lisanne Lyons Will Tour the Florida Panhandle in January 2017
Gary Farr & His All Star Big Band will be performing concerts in Tallahassee and Panama City Florida January 25th & 26th 2017. - October 23, 2016 - Secret Formula Records, Inc.
Rockers Monty Warren & The Friggin' Whatevers Celebrate CD Launch and Chuck Berry's Birthday at Alligator Alley Pub (10/22) (Oakland Park, FL)
On Saturday, Oct. 22 at 8 p.m., Oakland Park's Alligator Alley Native Florida Sub Pub & Tap Room hosts Monty Warren & the Friggin' Whatevers CD Launch Party (Album No. 3, "Far Out Close Up"), and celebrates the birthdays of Chuck Berry, Monty Warren and local musician/pub owner, Kilmo Doome (also known as Carl Pacillo). The group features local and out-of-state musicians coming together to "Raise the Bar." The Hate Ash Buried opens. - October 22, 2016 - Monty Warren, Musician
Filipiak Announces Launch of Vidlicity
Producer / Director Bill Filipiak has launched Vidlicity, a brand dedicated to the creation, marketing and distribution of video content for the music industry. A twenty-five year veteran of the entertainment industry, Filipiak says he created Vidlicity in an effort to evolve with the changing... - October 22, 2016 - Vidlicity
New Music Video About the Election is Released
A new music video “Rock in the Sun: Election Version” has been released by the artist John O’Brien playing with the band Observatory. The music video focuses on the difficulties of dealing with the 2016 presidential election. The theme is that we must end the fighting and the hate... - October 21, 2016 - John O'Brien Entertainment
Legendary Record Producer Receives Proclamations and a Day in His Honor from Mount Vernon and Westchester County, New York
Thursday 10/13 was a big day for Hip Hop History for legendary record producer Tony Dofat. The Mount Vernon Public Library Foundation Gala 2016 held at the VIP Country Club honored legendary music veteran, producer, Author, and Educator Tony Dofat and presented him with awards and proclamations for his contributions to the community and honored 10/19 as The official Tony Dofat day. - October 18, 2016 - The TDC Group, Inc
Heartbeat Of The World, the New Album by World5 Released on Spectra Music Group
World5 released their new CD, “Heartbeat Of The World,” October 7, 2016 on the Spectra Music Group label. - October 17, 2016 - Five Points Music LLC
Sound Oracle Speaks at Ableton Loop Summit for Music Makers
On Sun, Nov 6, at 17:30 - 18:45 at Hall 2, Sound Oracle will speak at Ableton Loop Summit for Music Makers. - October 16, 2016 - Sound Oracle
Award Winning Artist Frizzell to Make Special Presentation at Jean Shepard Nashville Palace Show
Plans have been confirmed for Nashville’s Artist to the Stars, Corey Frizzell, to make a special presentation during an up-coming, star studded night to honor the late country legend, Jean Shepard. Springer Mountain Farms Chicken Presents a Night to Honor Jean Shepard, a Grand Lady of the... - October 16, 2016 - Visual Artist Corey Frizzell
Joey Price Debuts "The Fame " EP Release
This Debut Showcases the rawness of persuasion and motivation to Get To The Top. - October 14, 2016 - Joey Price
Steve Wariner Guests on MTS Management's Swedish Country Rocker Hicks' New Single and Video "Stomp a Little Louder"
MTS Management Group's Swedish country rock artist, Hicks has released his single and video, "Stomp A Little Louder." The track, penned by Hicks and Steve Wariner, features both Steve and his son, Ryan. Steve also makes a cameo appearance in the video. - October 13, 2016 - MTS Management Group
John Scholz Named President, From the Dust Productions Inc.
Seasoned CPA and Successful Entrepreneur Takes Aim at Music Industry - October 13, 2016 - From the Dust Productions
The First Annual Freedom On Festival Honors Veterans and the Nation’s Fallen with Assuming We Survive, All That Remains, Atreyu's Brandon Saller and More
On October 14, 2016 at the Grizzly Rose in Denver, CO., Article 15 Clothing hosts the first Freedom On Festival honoring Veterans and the Nation’s fallen in support of 501c3 Fallen Angel Aviator Foundation. Live performances include Justin Jensonne, Lewis Brice, Assuming We Survive, All That Remains, Atreyu's Brandon Saller and a rowdy debut by the Drinkin’Bros themselves. - October 12, 2016 - Jade Umbrella
International Artist Al3xAndrovA Aligns with Fashion Show Extravaganza to Benefit John Hopkins All Children’s Hospital
Al3xAndrovA has aligned with Elizabeth’s Boutique and the Hollander Hotel to present the annual Fashion Show Extravaganza, benefiting John Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. The event will showcase the artist's highly anticipated release of Modern Day Cinderella. Al3xAndrovA... - October 12, 2016 - Storage 2.O rg
MTS Records and Inspirational Artist Eddy Mann Win at 2016 IMEA Awards
Pittsburgh-based MTS Records and Philly-based inspirational singer-songwriter Eddy Mann were among the winners at the 2016 International Music and Entertainment Association Awards. The ceremony was held Saturday in Murfreesboro, TN. - October 12, 2016 - MTS Management Group
Mts Management's Inspirational Artist Eddy Mann Rocks the Vote on Upcoming Election Day Release "The Consequence"
MTS Management's Philly-based inspirational singer-songwriter and worship leader, Eddy Mann has announced an Election Day release for "The Consequence." Pre-sale begins on October 11th. It is Mann's first album of all-new material since 2014's "Dig Love." - October 12, 2016 - MTS Management Group
Actress, Producer and Director, Lisa Pellegrene Discusses the Debut of a New Music and Dance Series: Peace, Love, Unity Dance Troupe
Lisa Pellegrene, a known international animal advocate and long term vegan, as well as a professional in TV and Film, with an additional established background as a writer and strategic consultant, debuts the first episode of her forthcoming web and corresponding TV series this fall. - October 11, 2016 - Public Relations Office of Lisa Pellegrene
Macguyver, Bruce Wayne, The Karate Kid, Darth Maul & Shawn Michaels are Coming to New England Super Megafest Comic Con
The New England Super Megafest Comic Con celebrates movies, TV, comics, movies, super heroes, music, wrestling and sci-fi in Massachusetts at New England’s premiere celebrity pop culture family event. - October 09, 2016 - Super Megafest
Meet Dame Myra Hess Musicians on Picture This Post
Dame Myra Hess chamber music musicians who perform every Wednesday at 12:15 PM in Chicago's Cultural Center and simulcast on WFMT are profiled on Picture This Post. - October 08, 2016 - Picture This Post
Dynamic Duo, "Broadway and Beyond," Performs at the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater
On the eve of October 1st the singing duo Joanie Sigal and Tom Godfrey of “Broadway and Beyond” performed in the lobby of the Historic Clearwater Building to a packed audience. Sigal and Godfrey have a 20 year history of performing together with their first performance being in the very same Clearwater Building in 1996. - October 07, 2016 - Church of Scientology
MTS Management Group, Whiskey And Cigarettes Named Final Ballot Nominees In Nashville Universe Awards
Final Ballot Nominees for the 2016 Nashville Universe Awards have been announced. Whiskey And Cigarettes Radio Show and MTS Management Group are among the nominees. The ceremony will take place on November 7th at Wildhorse Saloon in Nashville. - October 07, 2016 - MTS Management Group
Le'Andria Johnson Stars in Spare The Rod Spoil The Child at The Lincoln Theatre in Washington, DC
Produced by Dr. Mildred Summerville Spare the Rod, Spoil the Child focuses on taboo issues that are often ignored in the Black Community. “Spare the Rod, Spoil the Child speaks to all ages,” said Shirley Caesar, gospel legend and 2016 recipient of a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. “I was particularly amazed to see young people so accurately depicting what our youth are going through. Everyone should see this exceptional play. Your life will never be the same." - October 06, 2016 - Summerville Productions
Tanis Launches Debut Album, "Blackout" Boldly Exploring Alternative Themes of Love, Melancholy and Identity
"Blackout" EP features some of the past hits of Tanis along with brand new compositions, making it the definitive buy for all her fans. - October 01, 2016 - Tanis
Marc Hoffman Releases Late September
"Hoffman returns to the studio with a new confidence, able to hold his own with the best in the genre." —Gary Dalkin, Film Music On the Web - September 30, 2016 - Marc Hoffman
66 Raw Radio Holds Exclusive "Raw Power Summit" During the 12th Annual A3C Festival
66 Raw Radio will partner with Patchwerk Recording Studio and IdOMusic to hold an exclusive industry workshop called the "Raw Power Summit," one of Atlanta's exclusive industry mixers during the 12th Annual A3C Festival. - September 29, 2016 - 66 RAW, LLC
MTS Management Group Signs VH1 "Save The Music" Finalist and Mental Health Advocate JJ McGuigan
MTS Management Group has signed Wichita, KS alternative rock singer-songwriter JJ McGuigan for promotion of his latest EP, "Dissociative." JJ is a VH1 "Save The Music" Songwriting Contest Finalist and an advocate for mental health awareness. - September 29, 2016 - MTS Management Group
“The Declaration of IndependenTS” by Bruce Lev Wins Best Americana Album
Bruce Lev’s album “The Declaration of IndependenTS” has just been honored as the “Best Americana Album” in the Akademia Music Awards along with naming Bruce Lev as their “Artist of the Month” for September 2016! Coming off his stage performance and... - September 28, 2016 - LevSongs Productions
Digital Music News Outlet The Encore Media Rebrands to Nü Echo Media
Digital music news outlet The Encore Media rebrands to Nü Echo Media to include two new aspects. - September 28, 2016 - Nü Echo Media
Singer-Songwriter Natalie Jean Wins Big at 2016 Josie Music Awards
Best Musical Collaboration & World Artist of the Year - September 28, 2016 - Natalie Jean
CracKerman Album Release
“CracKerman getting deep…I mean he looks like a raving lunatic and yet he’s making sense.” ~ Howard Stern - September 26, 2016 - Jayde Monroe Productions, LLC
Opera Encore Planned at Scientology Information Center for Austrian Opera Singer in October
Ms. Susanne Epple returns to the Scientology Information Center in downtown Clearwater on October 23rd, to perform opera arias and songs in 4 languages. All are welcome and light complimentary refreshments will be served. - September 23, 2016 - Church of Scientology
Richard Lynch, Ed Roman, MTS Management Among Winners at 2016 Josie Awards in Nashville
Ohio-based Traditional country artist Richard Lynch, Canadian multi-instrumentalist Ed Roman, and Pittsburgh-based MTS Management Group were among the winners at Sunday's 2016 Josie Music Awards, held at Schermerhorn Opera House in Nashville, TN. - September 22, 2016 - MTS Management Group
SuperXtar, a Global Singing Competition, Postpone Finals to February 18, 2017
SuperXtar, a worldwide, online, singing talent contest, based in Tampa-Florida, in union with VrTuo TV - a smart TV channel - has moved the date of the Finals to February 18, 2017. The 12 finalists and their companions will be flown from all over the world to the Finals site in Nashville,... - September 22, 2016 - SuperXtar
Wizard World Comic Con Music Concert Series Returns with The Pretty Reckless at Brady Theater in Tulsa, Thursday, October 20
Singer-Guitarist Taylor Momsen, Guitarist Ben Phillips, Bassist Mark Damon & Drummer Jamie Perkins to Kick Off Wizard World Comic Con Tulsa with Explosive Show. - September 21, 2016 - Fan Expo HQ
Lynn Yew Evers to Perform at Carnegie Hall
Lynn Yew Evers will perform with Will Ackerman, Producer and Grammy Award-winning guitarist, in Weill Hall at Carnegie Hall on Friday, October 28th at 8:00 pm. The concert is in celebration of Evers' new CD "ELYSIAN." They will be joined by other musicians including Trevor Gordon Hall,... - September 20, 2016 - Big Noise
Artistshare® Submits Five Crowdfunded Albums for Consideration in the 59th Grammy® Awards
New fan-funded recordings from ArtistShare® artists Robin Eubanks, Benjamin Koppel and Joe Lovano, The Clayton Brothers, Rale Micic and Gonzalo Grau - September 18, 2016 - ArtistShare
Among Legends' New Single "We Were Vaguely Saints" Now Available Worldwide
After an exclusive premiere through Exclaim! Music, Among Legends' latest single "We Were Vaguely Saints" is now available worldwide. - September 18, 2016 - Among Legends
Beale Street and Blues Hall of Fame Partner for Bridging the Blues Event
Two iconic Memphis organizations announced events for the annual Bridging the Blues campaign. On Thursday, October 6th the Blues Hall of Fame will open a new exhibit from internationally acclaimed blues photographer Marc Norberg. That same evening Beale Street will present the Road to the Biscuit... - September 16, 2016 - Beale Street