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Southern Gospel Artist, the Knight Family Announces Expanded Touring, New Album
The Knight Family has announced an expanded touring schedule and a new album. Group manager, Adam Knight states that he, wife Angel and mother Linda are increasing the amount of dates the are now booking as well as a wider scope in travel area. 2014 hosts dates in TN/VA/KY/NC/SC/AL/FL/TX and AR. - May 19, 2014 - The Knight Family
Metropolitan Wind Symphony to Present 4 Free Outdoor Band Concerts on Thursday Evenings in July at Hastings Park in Lexington
The Metropolitan Wind Symphony will perform 4 Free traditional outdoor Band Concerts on Thursday July 10, 17, 24, and 31, from 7:30 to 8:30 pm, at Hastings Park, Levi Burnell Bandstand, Mass. Ave. and Worthen Road, Lexington, MA. MWS Music director Lewis J. Buckley will conduct the varied music programs, which will have something for all tastes. Patrons are encouraged to bring a blanket or chair and to picnic while enjoying the concerts. The concerts will be held, weather permitting. - May 19, 2014 - Metropolitan Wind Symphony
Lucky Records Releases Seinfeld's Guitarist E-Book Worldwide Helping People Who Suffer from Depression
"Hear the Silence" by Seinfeld’s studio guitarist, Jamie Glaser, has been released in all E-book formats by Lucky Records Publications. Mr. Glaser shares his inspirational story helping others to recover from depression. - May 18, 2014 - Lucky Records
PRS Guitars Named as the Exclusive Official Acoustic Guitar of the Van’s Warped Tour
PRS Guitars heads out on the road as the official acoustic guitar of the infamous Van's Warped Tour with presence in the Acoustic Basement with performances by Brian Marquis, Anthony Raneri and more. - May 18, 2014 - PRS Guitars
New Artist Kari Taylor Makes Her Acting Debut in Musical-Dramedy Stage Play "In Sheep’s Clothing"
Writer and Director, Robert Kinsey presents the reality stage play In Sheep’s Clothing. A musical dramedy filled with laughter, music, and drama starring Kari Taylor. - May 17, 2014 - Earforce One Records
The Alley Cat Lounge at Five O’Clock Steakhouse to Host a Rare Performance by Critically- Acclaimed Local Blues Artists “Tweed Funk”
On Friday, May 23, 2014, Milwaukee’s iconic Five O’Clock Steakhouse will host a rare performance by critically-acclaimed local blues group Tweed Funk in The Alley Cat Lounge. - May 16, 2014 - Five O'Clock Steakhouse
Songwriter Girl Announces Studio Session Added to Industry Leading Songwriter Girl Camp
Join #1 hit songwriter Kirsti Manna in Nashville, TN for her industry leading Songwriter Girl Camp June 21-22nd, 2014. An all Girls/Women event! - May 16, 2014 - Songwriter Girl LLC
Classic Rock Band Firefall to Play at Newly Renovated Kallet Theater Pulaski, NY
For co-founder Jock Bartley, Firefall has not only represented an opportunity to make quality music over the course of more than 40 years, but also represents a personal, heartfelt commitment to maintaining the tradition and craftsmanship of a contemporary musical genre that he and his peers helped create and shape. See Firefall live Saturday June 7th at the newly renovated historical Kallet Theater in Pulaski, NY. Tickets are on sale now! - May 15, 2014 - Kallet Theater
Cabaret Singer and Vocalist Mary Carrick Releases Debut Album Let’s Fly
Rising cabaret singer & concert vocalist Mary Carrick releases her debut album, "Let's Fly." Her track list combines the Great American Songbook, cabaret, jazz, musical theater, folk and more. The album features music by Cole Porter, Leonard Cohen, Joni Mitchell, Harold Arlen, Craig Carnelia, Stephen Schwartz, Jason Robert Brown, Hank Williams, and more. - May 15, 2014 - Mary Carrick Sings
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society with Team in Training Announce a Gala Evening & Fund Raiser at Ray's Boathouse, Seattle on 29th May. Keynote Speaker - Anna Cummins.
LLS Gala Evening & Fund Raiser featuring Anna Cummins Gold Medalist, Women's 8+ Rowing 2008 Beijing Olympics. Ms Cummins will speak in support of the first ever rowing crew for Team in Training, a fund raising branch of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. TNT Rowers are training for The Masters Regional Rowing Championships & raising donations so those with blood cancers may better their lives. Anna Cummins & '08 Olympic Crew will be inducted to the National Rowing Foundation Hall of Fame 05/31/14. - May 14, 2014 - TNT Novice Rowers 2014
AOK Promotion and Production New Website Announcement for Country Artists
Adam Knight announces new website for AOK Country Promotions. - May 14, 2014 - AOK Promotion and Production
Oakwood Homes Presents 2014 Summer Concert Series at Banning Lewis Ranch
Oakwood Homes presents its second annual free concert series starting June 5 at Banning Lewis Ranch. - May 14, 2014 - Skyline Talent & Events
Metropolitan Wind Symphony to Host Free All Day Festival of Bands in Boston
The Metropolitan Wind Symphony, which founded the Boston Festival of Bands, will host the 26th annual Boston Festival of Bands at historic Faneuil Hall, 1 Faneuil Hall Square, (adjacent to Quincy Market) in Boston on Saturday, June 14, 2014 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The bands will play... - May 14, 2014 - Metropolitan Wind Symphony
Talented Young Artist, Backed by All-Star Band, to Debut "Salute" to Wounded Heroes
Free Memorial Day weekend concert May 25 in West Palm Beach to benefit Coalition to Salute America's Heroes. - May 12, 2014 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
AOK Promotions and Producer Adam Knight Offering New Recording Packages, Will Represent the Company and Artists at CMT Music Awards
AOK Promotion and Production owners Adam & Angel Knight are offering a new recording package for artists who are ready to move to the next level of their endeavor. Utilitizing some of the greatest talent in Music City USA as pickers and state of the art rooms, the company is striving to bring... - May 10, 2014 - AOK Promotion and Production
Famed Guitar Maker Dean Zelinsky Opens Factory Store in Highland Park, IL
Dean Zelinsky, founder of the guitar brand that bears his name and most recent venture Dean Zelinsky Private Label Guitars (www.deanzelinsky.com), announces the opening of his outlet store, Dean Zelinsky’s Guitar Factory Outlet at 3080 Skokie Valley Road in Highland Park, IL. - May 08, 2014 - Dean Zelinsky Private Label Guitars
Glad Heart Quartet Releases "What A Morning" with AOK Promotion and Production
Glad Heart Quartet of Illinois has entered into a radio promotion agreement with AOK Promotion and Production owner Adam Knight to release the Gospel standard, "What A Morning" This is one of the most exciting up and comers on the SG scene. Call your local station and request the song... - May 08, 2014 - AOK Promotion and Production
Adam Knight and AOK Promotions Release Seven Day Jones
Hot new Contemporary Christian Band Seven Day Jones releases single! - May 08, 2014 - AOK Promotion and Production
MelodyFusion.com to Hold Contest for Best Photo, Winner Receives Prize Worth $100
In May, musician-focused social media website, Melodyfusion.com is holding a contest for best profile picture in which the winner receives a prize worth $100 retail value. - May 08, 2014 - Melody Fusion
Award-Winning Mexican Actress & TV Star Bianca Marroquin Releases Debut Solo Album
"El Mundo Era Mio" launches Tuesday, May 13, on Young Pals Records International, with 5 co-writes from the beloved singer, songwriter, dancer & actress. - May 07, 2014 - Young Pals Music
Ragan Whiteside Wins Flutist of the Year in the 2014 Black Women in Jazz & Fine Arts Awards
Contemporary Jazz Flutist, Vocalist & Songwriter Ragan Whiteside took home the award for Best Black Female Flutist of the Year in the Black Women in Jazz & Fine Arts Awards, held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Atlanta, GA. The black tie event featured a night of glamour and elegance, creating a greater awareness of the many vital contributions that African American Female artists have made in the past, present and to the future of jazz. - May 07, 2014 - Randis Music
Saline Youth Fiddle Groups to Merge
Saline Fiddlers and Fiddlers ReStrung will merge in August 2014. - May 07, 2014 - Fiddlers ReStrung
Innovative New Product for Guitar Players. SOLOIST: All-In-One Guitar & Accessory Hanger by Wall-Axe
Wall-Axe Custom Guitar Hangers announces their latest innovation in guitar accessories, the SOLOIST: All-In-One Guitar & Accessory Hanger, a single-hanger solution inspired by their flagship decorative multi-guitar hangers. - May 06, 2014 - Wall-Axe Guitar Hangers
Ruggid Real Takes Rap by Storm with "The Essence" Mixtape
Yvonne Wilcox, Pen Name's Client Ruggid Real has a new Mixtape now available on DatPiff.com also a new Single on iTunes. - May 05, 2014 - Yvonne Wilcox, Pen Name
Pyrrhic Launches Website Alongside New E.P.
Pyrrhic celebrates the launch of his website with a new E.P. out on his own imprint, Prospective Audio. The website is launched on 2nd May 2014 and can be found at the link below: www.pyrrhicmusic.com As for the E.P. The Blue People is three instrument tracks based around strange, dark and... - May 04, 2014 - Prospective Audio
Playground Politix Red Carpet World Premiere – May 15, 2014
Playground Politix is a musically driven short film about all-American girls and boys battling through dance for space on the playground. - May 03, 2014 - Spicerack Productions, Inc.
Church of Scientology Hosts Series of Musical Jams
The Church of Scientology has begun hosting a series of musical jams for Nashville performers. - May 03, 2014 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Thre3 Cards Announced as One of the Grand Prize Winners
Rising Stars Concert and Festival Announces Winners. - May 03, 2014 - Thr3Card
PENTATONE May Release: Steinbacher Records Mozart
Finally satisfying a long-standing demand, it is now time for Arabella Steinbacher’s Mozart. Released on PENTATONE, Mozart - Violin Concertos Nos. 3, 4 & 5 is available worldwide as of May 1, 2014. - May 03, 2014 - PENTATONE
Round Top Music Festival
The Round Top Festival Institute presents the 44th Round Top Music Festival on June 7th to July 12th in Round Top, Texas (248 Jaster Road). Founded by concert pianist James Dick, the Round Top Music Festival annually selects 95 students (from over 500 applicants) who study with distinguished faculty and perform in the Texas Festival Orchestra. Master classes and rehearsals are open to the public. - May 02, 2014 - Round Top Festival Institute
Dr. Amit Sarkar Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Dr. Amit Sarkar of Westwood, Massachusetts has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of fine arts, music and education. About Dr. Amit Sarkar With over 50 years experience, Dr. Sarkar is an... - May 02, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
Artists on the Rise: PerTarsha
Birmingham, AL based RnB singer/songwriter, PerTarsha, releases her late night radio RNB influenced song, "More Than Your Woman" May 31, 2014. In 06/2014, she plans to release the 9 track album, "Mixed Emotions: An Unsigned Version." This 9 track album will take its listeners on an enjoyable journey to introduce them to the eclectic styles of PerTarsha. - May 01, 2014 - PerTarsha
May at Webster Hall
Performances by Miss May I, French Horn Rebellion with Hey Champ, Ballyhoo!, Caiikie, and The Dan Band. - May 01, 2014 - Webster Hall
Twelve Foot Ninja Wins "Best New Talent" at Revolver Golden God Awards 2014
Twelve Foot Ninja has received the Best New Talent award at this year’s Revolver Golden Gods Awards, America’s only hard rock and heavy metal awards show. With the winners determined by the fans, the Australian group beat out fellow nominees Deafheaven, Scar The Martyr, ††† (Crosses), Heaven’s Basement and Issues for the award. - May 01, 2014 - Webster Hall
Pyrrhic Releases New Track Off His Highly Anticipated Blue People E.P.
Pyrrhic releases his latest collaboration with Katey ahead of their E.P. release on 2nd May. This elegant and unique track is now available to stream! - May 01, 2014 - Prospective Audio
Argentine Tango Dancer Appearing as Jack Sparrow at Argentine Tango Milonga in Hartford CT: Wins Prize for Best Costume
It was a cool Connecticut evening and a very cool costume Milonga put on by HartsTango. Everyone was decked out. Nate Evans, Hartford Argentine Tango teacher from Hartford Ballroom had a scary zipper on his face. Jack Sparrow swaggers in and leaves with the Grand Prize. - April 29, 2014 - Hartford Tango
The Long-Awaited Release by Foley to be Showcased at Launch Party
With no definitive scene around him Gareth Foley took the idea to gather up every sound, thought and feeling and has travelled the world capturing audio from the changing environments he has visited. His album has seen him capture audio snapshots of the differing countries to render these into an album of complex and mesmerising audio compositions. - April 29, 2014 - Foley Records
Logan Awards Announce Nominees for Best Comedy Music of 2014
The Logan Whitehurst Memorial Awards for Excellence in Comedy Music have announced the nominees for this year’s awards. Nominees include Garfunkel and Oates, Devo Spice, Insane Ian, The Doubleclicks, and Jon Cozart. - April 28, 2014 - The Logan Awards
One Fine Day - a 50s/60s Musical Tribute
"One Fine Day - A 50's/60's MusicalTribute" covers legendary female singers and girl groups with glamour, style, tight harmonies, & rich vocals. - April 27, 2014 - Jonnie Fox Rocks!
Regi Wooten "The Teacher" Encourages Up-and-Coming Musicians at Church of Scientology
The Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville was proud to host Regi Wooten for his “My Approach to Music” seminar on April 5th. - April 26, 2014 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Le CITY Deluxe USA Celebrates Its 1 Year Anniversary
Friday April 25, 2014 Le CITY deluxe Magazine will be celebrating its 1 year anniversary and the launch of their latest Fashion issue featuring Charlize Theron. The event will be taking place at, 520 West Avenue, Penthouse Bentley Bay, Miami Beach, at 7pm-11.30 pm. In the past year Le CITY deluxe... - April 24, 2014 - Le CITY Deluxe
BullsEye Radio Adds Celebrity Interviews to Their Website
BullsEye Radio On TV, a new feature of BullsEye Radio Golden Oldies Internet Radio, is attracting huge celebrity names such as: * Bobby Vinton * Pat Boone * Tommy James and more! Come listen to a conversation with some of the biggest names in the music industry. - April 24, 2014 - BullsEye Radio
End of April at Webster Hall Consists of Performances by La La Lush, Moosh and Twist, Push 4171 and Tei Shi in Marlin Room and Studio at Webster Hall
Saturday, April 26th and Wednesday, April 30th, 2014 at Webster Hall in Marlin Room and the Studio. - April 24, 2014 - Webster Hall
"Let the World Unite" is in Stores This Month
Full length 10-track album "Let The World Unite" by No-Limitt is set to hit stores on April 29th. - April 24, 2014 - Sunset Corporation of America
Black Belt Studio Announced the Launch of Top Ringtones 2014 App
The music app for Android which is the collection of the most popular sounds. - April 24, 2014 - Black Belt Studio
New Festival by 6e Concerts Includes New Music in New Venues
A personal long term project turns into a regional event and utilizes spaces not normally associated with classical music. When Stephen P Brown began his quest to compose 150 pieces of new music by his 50th birthday, he was not prepared for a regional performing and visual arts festival to be born and present his compositions in the most unusual of spaces – a car dealership. Sunday, May 25th, 3pm Ferman BMW, 31480 US Highway 19 N, Palm Harbor, FL 34684 - April 23, 2014 - 6e Concerts
Michaela Paetsch, Internationally Renowned Violinist, in Concert at Christ’s Church May 2 at 7:00 p.m.
Michaela Paetsch, the award-winning violinist and recording artist, who has played all over the world, in venues including Carnegie Hall, will be in concert at Christ’s Episcopal Church on Friday, May 2 at 7:00 p.m. Paetsch will be accompanied by Peter Biro. - April 21, 2014 - Christ's Episcopal Church
Chaparral MusicFest Announces 2014 Summer Music Workshops in Prescott
Chaparral MusicFest in beautiful Prescott, AZ presents educational workshops for youths-seniors and engaging performances free to the community. 2014 events include Chamber Music Workshop, Composition Workshop, Youth Choral Workshop, Percussion Workshop, Suzuki Academy Schedule and registration are... - April 20, 2014 - Chaparral Arts.
Teenage Guitarist to Release Brand New Album
16 year old guitarist Matt Wong will release his brand new album "Reflections" on June 2, 2014. - April 20, 2014 - Matt Wong
Storm Maverick is Back with New Music
Storm Maverick's self titled album. Storm Maverick's album, out May 28th, was said to be his "favorite album yet." Storm Maverick decided to have a different approach to his album. His new album is more aggressive then his last two albums. Storm Maverick is an edm artist hailing from... - April 19, 2014 - Storm Maverick Productions