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Country Music YouTube Sensation Abi Ann Gave a Phenomenal Performance for a Packed Crowd of Over 5,000 at the 2013 CAF Airsho
Abi Ann is making her name known with nearly 100,000 Twitter followers, close to a million views on YouTube for her single “Silence,” 50,000 views and climbing for her “DayDreaming” single and winning Best New Teen Artist of The Year 2013 (across all genres) and Best New Teen Country Artist of 2013. She has recently received write-ups on CNN, Top 40 Charts and the Music Industry News Network. - November 02, 2013 - Abi Ann Music
National Music Services Announces the November Spotlight Artist of the Month "The Ultimate Aldean Experience"
The National Music Services November Spotlight Artist of the month is Greg West star of The Ultimate Aldean Experience and the only “Jason Aldean” look-a-like and impersonator in the world! - November 02, 2013 - National Music Services
Russ Lorenson Celebrates Eight Years of "Christmas in San Francisco"
Crooner Russ Lorenson is back making merry for his 8th Annual Christmas in San Francisco, with his special guests, Wesla Whitfield, Mike Greensill and Veronica Klaus. An annual Bay Area holiday tradition, there's something for everyone in this evening of jingle jazz as Russ and his pals celebrate a swingin' Christmas, San Francisco style! - November 01, 2013 - RL Productions
New Website Launches and Creates More Visibility for Independent Artist of All Genres
HipHopND is solely committed to the independent artist and labels it hosts and promotes independent artist's videos to its hard core fan base. - November 01, 2013 - HiphopND
Melodia Women's Choir of "Visions of Peace"
NYC's premier women's choir, conducted by Cynthia Powell, opens its 11th season with a program beckoning the holidays and celebrating Britten 100, Benjamin Britten’s centenary, with works from Britten, Gustav Holst, and Paul Csonka. Central to the concert is a Melodia reprise performance of Britten’s “A Ceremony of Carols." Also “Seven Part-Songs for Female Voices and Strings,” by Gustav Holst, Paul Csonka’s Spanish-language piece “Concierto de Navidad,” and an arrangement of samba-jazz tunes. - November 01, 2013 - Melodia Women's Choir of NYC
North Jersey Rock Group, The Lappes Will Perform at 4th Annual NJ Walks for Tourette Syndrome at Mendham
The event, which will take place November 23, is the second this year for The Lappes in partnership with the NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome. They previously played at the NJ Walks for TS at Ramapo College even in April. - November 01, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
FirstCom Music Releases Two New Latin Library Collections
FirstCom Music is excited to present the Mexican Music Library and Universal Latin Series. Both music libraries are designed to fulfill the growing demand for authentic Mexican and Latin music for Film, TV, Radio and Advertising. - November 01, 2013 - FirstCom Music
Grammy Nominated Ian Eskelin Chosen by The Eastco Group’s Vaughn Street Brand, as Producer for Adoption Ministry Recording Project
Holt Vaughn, President of The Eastco Group, announced the selection of Ian Eskelin as Producer for a recording project that will raise awareness and resources for forgotten children to be adopted into loving Christian homes. The new album by Laura-Valentine of Laura-Valentine Ministries, will... - November 01, 2013 - VaughnStreet, LLC
Sonorous Entertainment Inc. Signs on New Artist Johnny Callicott (Johnny C); First Album to be Released in 2014
Sonorous Entertainment Inc. is pleased to welcome Johnny Callicott (Johnny C) to its recording family and is looking forward to releasing his new album “Come Alive” in 2014. The first single off his new album is “Penny Rain”, a song whose inspiration stems from his own... - November 01, 2013 - Sonorous Entertainment Inc.
Tampa Based Musictini, the Ultra Cool Lounge Bar, Launched a Crowdfunding Campaign to Raise $100,000.00
Musictini.com, is raising $100,000.00 to help take the company and concept public. - October 31, 2013 - Musictini
It’s Simply Time – The Highly Anticipated Release of Due Season by Pharis Evans Jr.
Upcoming album release of Due Season by Pharis Evans Jr. - October 31, 2013 - Fountain Of Life Records
Tyde Moore Sets Table for Thanksgiving with the Release of a New Praise & Worship Single
Jesus is Our King is a praise and worship song in the style of "90's Country music." This single will be available November 26, 2013. - October 31, 2013 - Passed Insanity Music
Sonorous Entertainment Inc.'s Harvest Gospel Collection Continues with the Release of “Harvest Collection: The Swan Silvertones”
The Swan Silvertones join Reverend James Cleveland and The Five Blind Boys of Alabama as part of Sonorous Entertainment's Harvest Gospel Album Series with the release of “Harvest Collection: The Swan Silvertones.” - October 31, 2013 - Sonorous Entertainment Inc.
Sonorous Entertainment Inc. Released “Harvest Collection: Shirley Caesar” on October 29, 2013
Shirley Caesar, the reigning Queen of Gospel, is featured on the fourth album release for Sonorous Entertainment Inc.'s Harvest Gospel Album Series. - October 30, 2013 - Sonorous Entertainment Inc.
Meresha Brings Out Your "Lunatic" with EP Debut and B.B. King's Concert Dec. 7, 2013
Sunny Florida’s answer to Iceland’s Björk mixed in a blender with some Freddie Mercury, Joss Stone, Amy Winehouse and with a pinch of Paramore and Led Zeppelin. Just off a successful Kickstarter campaign, she will Debut her new EP "Lunatic" Dec. 7 at B.B. King's in W. Palm Beach, Dec. 7 at 2:30. - October 30, 2013 - Meresha
Maypo Deluxe CD Homecoming Released
Homecoming, the debut album from New Jersey based pop-rock band Maypo Deluxe comprised of long time guitarist Mark Scandariato and mixer/musician Kirk Kelsey (Robin Thicke, Creed, 3 Doors Down, Live), is now available on CD and digital download via www.maypodeluxe.com . - October 27, 2013 - Maypo Deluxe
Southern Gospel Group, "The Staggs Sisters" Music Available on Reverbnation Website
Southern gospel group, "The Staggs Sisters," are presenting their album, Christian Freedom, on the Reverbnation web site. Streaming or downloading is available. - October 27, 2013 - The Staggs Sisters
The Nick Tangorra Band Concert at the Highline Ballroom in NYC
Live at Highline Ballroom in NYC on November 3! The Nick Tangorra Band will be having their show along with P. Sanders another YouTube sensation. Tickets are selling out fast, so get them fast. - October 26, 2013 - Bridget O'Brien PR and Events
The Penguin Announces Playlist for Second Half of October 2013
ThePenguinRocks.com continues its quest to find the best indie artists around the world with its new playlist. - October 25, 2013 - The Penguin Rocks
Miami Reggae Festival Expresses Our Hopes and Dreams of a World in Which What We Have in Common is Far Greater Than That Which Divides Us
The Miami Reggae Festival will showcase 10 bands from 9 nations coming together to raise awareness and treat music lovers to a full day of international sounds, while collecting funds and food donations to give back to the community. - October 24, 2013 - Rockers Movement
Spotlight 29 Casino Presents Country Superstar Dwight Yoakam
Spotlight 29 Casino is proud to present an evening with the international superstar and Grammy Award winning Honky Tonk Man, Dwight Yoakam on Saturday, February 1st at 8:00 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, October 25th. Spotlight 29 Casino’s Spotlight Showroom offers the premier entertainment... - October 24, 2013 - Spotlight 29 Casino
Orch/Rock Developing Now
Singer/songwriter Lennon Leppert, from Los Angeles, has developed a new sound. He has mixed Rock with the Full Orchestra. What a sound it is. It appeals to the past, present and the future. He has launched a Kickstarter campaign to make an album using the Full Orchestra. He is a classically-trained composer who has been working in the Pop/Rock genre for years. - October 21, 2013 - Lennon Leppert
KBD-Infinity Releases Software to Turbocharge Digital Keyboards
KBD-Infinity software turns digital keyboards from Yamaha and other manufacturers into virtual workstations. - October 20, 2013 - KBD-Infinity
Soundmachine Music Presents New Video from We Are The Grand
Ecstasy is the new video and single from the indie rock Chilean band. - October 19, 2013 - Soundmachine Music
The Playground Presents Para One + Bobmo + We Have Band + Slow Magic + Ambassadeurs ++
The Playground returns to Proud Camden on Friday the 1st of November with very special guests including Para One, Bobmo, We Have Band, Slow Magic, Ambassadeurs, Molo and many more. - October 19, 2013 - The Playground
Curtis Shelburne's Christmas Album, "One Christmas Night," is Released
Curtis Shelburne’s new Christmas album has just been released. “One Christmas Night” is a mellow mix of Christmas favorites, along with some new songs added in—all sure to help light up the season with joy. The album is now available, and so is Curtis for concerts guaranteed to bring on smiles and holiday good will. - October 18, 2013 - Curtis Shelburne Books/Music
Impact Soundworks Launches MusicGearForAll.com
Impact Soundworks announced today the launch of their new website MusicGearForAll.com. The site provides a curated catalog of music and home studio equipment available for $99 or less. - October 18, 2013 - Impact Soundworks
Spotlight 29 Casino Presents Josh Turner for a Boot-Stomping Night of Country Hits
Country crooner Josh Turner, known for his rousing concert performances which include crowd-pleasing, inspirational country music, is scheduled to perform at Spotlight 29 Casino on Friday, October 25th, at 8:00 p.m. - October 17, 2013 - Spotlight 29 Casino
Southern Gospel Magazine's 2nd Annual "Front Porch Singing" Will be Nov 2, 2013 at the GAP in Oxford, NC
Southern Gospel Magazine's 2nd Annual" Front Porch Singing" will be Nov 2, 2013 at the GAP's Amphitheater in Oxford, NC. The GAP (Granville Athletic Park) is located just off Highway 85 north of Durham. - October 17, 2013 - Southern Gospel Magazine
Francesco Lecce-Chong and Pavlina Dokovska to Perform Two Pianos | Four Hands
Francesco Lecce-Chong, Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra Associate Conductor and his former teacher Pavlina Dokovska, internationally renowned pianist, will perform together on the PianoArts Signature Event Series on Friday, November 15, 2013 at 8:00 p.m. in Vogel Hall at the Marcus Center for the... - October 17, 2013 - PianoArts of Wisconsin
Project Audio Visual Revamps Website
Project Audio Visual, a leading online designer and retailer of audio visual and video conferencing systems, has revamped their website and added new features to boost their customers' experience. - October 17, 2013 - Project Audio Visual
William Martens Will Release His New Sophisticated Dance Album "Dance Armada"
Composer William Martens released his new dance album "Dance Armada" and from September 29 it is available in internet stores such as iTunes, Amazon and eMusic. This album is initiated for individuals who like sophisticated dancing. In this aspect this music is unique. Also remarkable are... - October 17, 2013 - Willem Martens, Composer
A Very Special Concert from The Schubert Club
Inaugural Tisch Memorial Concert features celebrated pianist, Richard Goode - October 16, 2013 - The Schubert Club of Fairfield County
Isowmail.com Presents Mahmood Khan Live at Sydney Opera House
Legendary World music Artist Mahmood Khan will be appearing live at The Studio at the Sydney Opera House this November. - October 15, 2013 - isowmail
Celebrate New Year's Eve at Spotlight 29 Casino with Bee Gee's Tribute Band "Stayin' Alive"
The world's number one Bee Gee's Tribute band "Stayin' Alive" is coming to Spotlight 29 Casino for a spectacular New Year's Eve concert. - October 15, 2013 - Spotlight 29 Casino
Southern Gospel Magazine is pleased to announce they are partnering with Gospel 45 Now Digital Direct for their marketing and advertising for their new name change.
Southern Gospel Magazine is please to announce the partnering with Gospel 45 Now Digital Direct in their new advertising and marketing campaign for their new name change. Gospel 45 Now has changed the name of their business to Gospel 45 Now Digital Direct. The name change reflects that the cutting... - October 14, 2013 - Southern Gospel Magazine
Gospel 45 Now Radio Promotions is Making Some Changes with Their Services and Name. Same Great Business But Streamlining Their Name to Gospel 45 Now Digital Direct.
Gospel 45 Now Radio Promotions has been renamed Gospel 45 Now Digital Direct. The name reflects more of what the business does to bring more attention to the fact that this is a digital down load site for songs going to radio. The site is for use only by DJ's and Program Directors. Gospel 45 Now... - October 14, 2013 - Gospel 45 Now Digital Direct
Tastemaker Low Key to Host HADEM-Haiti Charity Event This Upcoming Friday
Tastemaker Low Key will be hosting HADEM-Haiti Charity Event at Saloon in New York City on Friday, October 18. HADEM is a not-for-profit organization that is devoted to rebuilding Haiti and providing the community and University with educational skills to promote employment. This is a night to show... - October 13, 2013 - Bridget O'Brien PR and Events
Celtic Singer/Songwriter Sammy Horner, Inspired by Bob Dylan and a Mennonite Community, Releases New Song
Celtic Singer/Songwriter and professional traveling troubadour, Sammy Horner, has released a new single, titled "In God We Must Trust (A Protest Song)" after playing in Lancaster (Pennsylvania) for a urban Mennonite missional community, that describes themselves as "Intentionally... - October 13, 2013 - The Community Haus
Young Pals Music Receives 2013 Best of Manhattan Award
Manhattan Award Program Honors the Achievement - October 13, 2013 - Young Pals Music
Maxim Presents: The Dos Equis Masquerade at Andaz San Diego
Andaz San Diego is in for a happy Halloween as Maxim Magazine takes over the luxury hotel for one of a limited number of official, nationwide Halloween 2013 bashes. Maxim presents: the Dos Equis Masquerade at Andaz San Diego will take place Thursday, October 31 between 9 p.m. and 2 a.m. This... - October 13, 2013 - Andaz San Diego
Rox and Roll - New Story Released by American Media Distribution Wire Service
Rox and Roll, a Louisiana Singer Climbing to the Top - New Story released by American Media Distribution Wire Service - October 10, 2013 - American Media Distribution
Amish Outlaws to Perform Nov. 2 in Fire & Ice at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Popular cover band out of Lancaster, Pa., The Amish Outlaws, will perform Saturday, Nov. 2, in Fire & Ice at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino. A top entertainment pick by New York Magazine in 2012, The Amish Outlaws’ original performance style emerged in 2002, when three of the six members... - October 10, 2013 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Announcing the Launch of Bandloc.com, a New Way to Locate and Enjoy Live Music
Bandloc, a Tampa-based live music search engine, has launched its geo-location powered website this month. Live music fans are now able to access the site and its continuously updated database of local venues, performances and musicians from their home computer, tablet or cell phone. Musicians and... - October 10, 2013 - Bandloc
Internationally Known Music School Celebrates Its Second Anniversary, with an Open House in Support of Make-a-Wish® South Florida
School of Rock West Broward proves that "music lessons done differently" is what makes them a success. - October 09, 2013 - School of Rock Coral Springs & West Broward
Trippy Love Letter To Austin, The Villas Release New Music Video
Indie rock band The Villas have just released a new music video for their single, "Life Goes On". According to the members, the video is a trippy love letter to Austin, Texas, where the band hails from. - October 09, 2013 - The Villas
High Moon Star Dana Davis Kickstarts a Campaign to Evolve Children's Programming
Dana Davis has starred in over 30 feature films and television programs in her career, but it is the action she is taking behind the camera that will have audiences take notice. - October 09, 2013 - Dana Davis
Gospel 45 Now Radio Promotion's Artist, "The Brewers" Newest Single "You Make It Rain For Me" is Now Available on iTunes, Amazon, Spotify & More
Gospel 45 Now Radio Promotions is pleased to announce their artist, The Brewers is enjoying a #1 song that debuted in Top 10 of the radio charts. The Brewers are very excited that their single, "You Make It Rain For Me" is #1 in several market places for radio! The Gospel Express Show... - October 09, 2013 - Gospel 45 Now Digital Direct
Get Ready to Sing Your Heart Out with Karaoke on Optik TV
TELUS and Stingray Digital are bringing the fun of karaoke right into living rooms with The KARAOKE Channel TV app on Optik TV. “TELUS Optik TV subscribers can now unleash their inner rocker, pop star or country crooner,” said Greg Goodwin, vice-president, TELUS Home Solutions. - October 09, 2013 - Stingray Digital Group
Urban Grandstand Relaunches
Cleveland-based Online Magazine relaunches after a near two year hiatus. - October 09, 2013 - Urban Grandstand