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Family-Friendly Pirate Role-Play Lands in Key West, Florida
Piraseas Inc in Key West, Florida has expanded its activities for children, families, and adults. In addition to scheduled sessions using safe LARP (live Action Role Play) swords, map and compass reading to find hidden treasure, innovative ways to enjoy exercising, and team building activities are now offered. Private parties are now also available with advance registration. These can be held at the Piraseas Clinton Square Market facility or at a mutually agreeable off-site location. - April 22, 2016 - Piraseas Inc.
Playwrights Local 4181 Announces World Premiere of "To The Orchard" by Les Hunter
Contemporary drama runs May 27 - June 5 at Waterloo Arts and June 10-12 at Dobama Theatre. - April 16, 2016 - Playwrights Local
Superb Being: Making a Splash in the Hip-Hop/Pop Community
Indie artist Superb Being releases a single called "No One Compares ft. Justin Bieber" in attempts to create a Buzz for his upcoming debut entitled "A Grand Entrance (The Debut)." Although there is no set date for the album release, he has released the cover art. No One Compares is a vivid tale of boy meets girl and becomes infatuated. Superb Being is a hopeless romantic, who mentions things like wining and dinning his mate. - April 15, 2016 - Actualll E. (The Winning Circle) LLC
The Ubiquitous Voice Society Launches with 9 Chapters in the US and Internationally
The Society aims to help nurture the next generation of voice interface conversational technology professionals and entrepreneurs. - April 13, 2016 - UVS
Chart-Topping Musician’s Film "Empty Box of Wine" Nominated at Upcoming NOVA Film Festival
San Francisco, as seen through the eyes of a musician, shines in animated new music video from Jour Majesty. - April 12, 2016 - Michael Perry
Illustrious Aardvark Jazz Orchestra to Release New CD, Passages - Show to Feature Music by Music Director Mark Harvey
Called “stunningly beautiful and adventurous” (New York City Jazz Record), the Aardvark Jazz Orchestra continues its 43rd season with the release of the band’s 14th CD, Passages, featuring works by founder and music director Mark Harvey. “Aardvark Jazz Orchestra proves once more its reputation as one of the best jazz ensembles in the world.” (Jazz Podium, Germany). - April 11, 2016 - Americas Musicworks
Lyric Artists of New York and St. Michael’s Church to Present Verdi’s "Aida" as a Benefit for Refugee Charities
Lyric Artists of New York (LANY), in conjunction with St. Michael’s Church in Manhattan, presents Verdi’s Aida, one of the greatest operatic works of all time. This inaugural production will benefit refugee charities MSF/Doctors Without Borders and the SAMS Foundation. - April 09, 2016 - Lyric Artists of New York
Kontras Quartet & Kruger Brothers Blend Classical & Folk Music at NEIU - April 15 @ 7:30 PM
Bluegrass trio The Kruger Brothers will be joined by the Kontras String Quartet as part of Northeastern Illinois University's Jewel Box Series. - April 09, 2016 - Kontras Quartet
Jake Diekman Kicks Off Baseball Season with New "Gut It Out" Design for Charity
Texas Rangers relief pitcher Jake Diekman is kicking off the 2016 baseball season with the release of a brand new t-shirt design in his “Gut It Out” campaign with Athletes Brand. The new Gut It Out shirt will only be available at AthletesBrand.com/Jake from April 4 - April 18, with... - April 07, 2016 - Athletes Brand
Heart Dance Records Announces Major Album Releases for April
Heart Dance Records is releasing Trialogue, featuring the supergroup of Sherry Finzer, Darin Mahoney, and Will Clipman; and label debut albums for Michelle Qureshi and David Donner. - April 07, 2016 - Heart Dance Records
Heroes Of The Resistance is the First Band in the Final of the Hard Rock Rising 2016 Contest
Heroes of the Resistance (HTR), announced that they are the first band in the final of the Hard Rock Rising 2016 contest. Hard Rock Rising is a global contest involving the Hard Rock Cafe franchises around the globe - April 06, 2016 - Heroes Of The Resistance
Kent Musician Releases Debut Single “Connect”
Singer-Songwriter and Psychedelic Rock Artist Ben Brown Introduces Solo EP - April 05, 2016 - Ben Brown
The Shakespeare Troupe of South Florida Announces a Staged Reading of Excerpts from the First Folio - April 11, 2016, 7:30 Pm, at the Vanguard, Fort Lauderdale
The newly formed Shakespeare Troupe of South Florida (“STSF”) will present “Shakespeare! Scenes of Power” taking place at The Vanguard Sanctuary for the Arts, 1501 S. Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 on April 11, 2016, at 7:30 pm. Veteran Shakespeare actor Peter... - April 05, 2016 - Shakespeare Troupe of South Florida
Indie Rapper Gains Major Record Label Backing to Host Televised Annual Spring Fest Concert
Fresh off the release of a Universal Music Group-distributed album release, Florida rapper and Bounce-Jacksonville cable reality TV show producer Dez Nado announced earlier today via his website (www.WhoIsDezNado.com) that his VIPSquad Entertainment label will be hosting DUVAL SpringFest 2016, north Florida’s biggest all-indie annual concert series in Jacksonville, FL. - April 04, 2016 - Dez Nado
VOENA Kicks Up Its Heels and Raises Funds for Its Music Programs with an Evening of Dancing, BBQ and Beer on Tuesday, April 12 at 5:30 pm at the Lagunitas Brewing Co.
VOENA Children’s Choir will host an evening of dancing, BBQ and beer “Western Style” on Tuesday, April 12 from 5:30 to 8:30 PM at the Lagunitas Brewing Co. located at 1280 N. McDowell Boulevard in Petaluma. This fun-filled evening will include live music by Dginn, a 4 to 8 piece high-energy dance band, special performances by VOENA students, a live and silent auction, and delicious BBQ and Lagunitas beer. All proceeds benefit VOENA's life changing music programs for youth. - April 01, 2016 - VOENA
The Dancing Fire Performed for Record Crowds at LA County Airshow - Fire Dancers, Hula Dancers, and Fire Breathers
The Dancing Fire performed for record crowds of 137,000 spectators at the Third Annual Los Angeles County Air Show in Lancaster March 18th-20th. The dance company added a special flair and exciting touch to the weekends festivities. The Dancing Fire is the premiere fire dance co. from Los Angeles, led by visionary artist and entrepreneur Brittany Chandler. Chandler's company is known for it's fierce talent and drive to push the boundaries of fire dancing to the next level. - March 29, 2016 - The Dancing Fire
Dreamkiller Adds World Touring Drummer to Their Lineup
Derrick Pontier, former member of Great White, Poison’s CC DeVille, Stryper’s Oz Fox - March 28, 2016 - Dreamkiller, LLC
Young Entrepreneurs Launch "Egotrip Records" with Unique Edge
EgoTrip Records is a brand new record label ran by two young entrepreneurs, Kareem West, 19, and 14 year old Kenan West. The duo bring a fresh approach to music with their young and driven minds. They will focus on up and coming Hip Hop, R&B, and Alternative Pop-Rock artists on a local and... - March 25, 2016 - EgoTrip Records
Join Kent Musicians to Raise Awareness of a Cruel Disease
Internationally renowned conductor returns to his home village in Kent to raise awareness about a debilitating neurological condition that has affected his family’s life. - March 24, 2016 - Stephen P Brown
Missing Broadway Actor Makes First Stage Appearance This Spring
Updated story on missing Broadway actor who steps back into the limelight - March 23, 2016 - Tap soul Productions
Hunter Pence Shirt for Make-A-Wish® Greater Bay Area
Baseball star Hunter Pence teams up with Athletes Brand to raise money and awareness for Make-A-Wish® Greater Bay Area through a shirt designed by Hunter Pence. - March 23, 2016 - Athletes Brand
ARTIST Music Academy Student from Perry Hall Wins Top Prize at Prestigious Guitar Competition
Thomas Potts, Student of Dr. Jeremy Lyons at ARTIST Music Academy in Nottingham, Awarded Third Prize at Beatty Classical Guitar Competition - March 23, 2016 - ARTIST Music Center
Play Lab Weekend of New Works & Writing Classes
Playwrights Local 4181 Announces 2016 Play Lab and Spring Workshops New plays and free workshops presented April 15-17, 2016, at Waterloo Arts Playwrights Local 4181 announces its 2016 Play Lab and Spring Workshops, a series of new plays and writing classes from April 15-17 at Waterloo Arts. This... - March 16, 2016 - Playwrights Local
Satin Doll Trio Honors the Women of Supper Club Jazz and Cool Jazz at the Jazz Corner in Hilton Head on March 25th and 26th
Washington DC's popular Satin Doll Trio returns to the Jazz Corner in Hilton Head on March 25th and 26th at 8:00pm with a new show paying tribute to great American female singers ranging from the Supper Club style of artists like Blossom Dearie, Doris Day, Peggy Lee and Lena Horne, to the Cool Jazz style of singers like June Christy, Anita O'Day, Chris Conner, Julie London. - March 11, 2016 - Satin Doll Trio
Silverado Records Signs Recording Artist Nick Smith
Country Music Label Silverado Records Has Signed Recording Artist Nick Smith - March 11, 2016 - Silverado Records
Saudi Arabia Creates This Too: Meet Rotana
Saudi-born Rotana Tarabzouni sings like she was told she shouldn't. - March 11, 2016 - Rotana [Independent Artist]
Accomplished Composer, Lyricist and Photographer, Debe Gunn Releases Her Book, "Beautiful Faces" to Inspire a Message of Love and Hope in the World
Bush Publishing released the first volume of Gunn's book series, "Life, I Love You" on November 18, 2015. The book and forthcoming series is a representation of beautiful faces from over 30 countries. The book is set for worldwide distribution. - March 09, 2016 - PR for Debe Gunn
DancEnlight Presents "Empty Space"
DancEnlight, a professional not for profit modern dance company, is proud to present the 2016 world premiere of "Empty Space" in the Hartford, Connecticut area. Artistic Director Lorelei Chang and her dancers explore the potential of emptiness. Two performances will be held at the University of Saint Joseph's Hoffman Auditorium in the Bruyette Athenaeum, 1678 Asylum Ave, West Hartford, CT on Saturday, March 19 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, March 20 at 2:00 p.m. - March 09, 2016 - Connecticut Concert Ballet
It’s Time to Raise a Glass & "Drink" for St. Patrick’s Day, with Celebratory Single from Ayhan Sahin’s Album "Pop"
Third single from upcoming collection is commandeered by NYC-based label Young Pals Music’s founder & executive producer Ayhan Sahin. - March 07, 2016 - Young Pals Music
Pinellas County Community Bands Join Together to Celebrate a Thriving Live Music Scene
A showcase of entertainment provided by participants enjoying a lifetime of music making, including the Dunedin Concert Band, St. Petersburg Community Band and the Awesome Second Time Arounders Marching Band. - March 06, 2016 - Dunedin Concert Band
Bronx Rapper Drag-On Releases New Single "Rayful Edmond"
Gifted and compelling hip hop artist, Drag-On, releases his much anticipated single, “Rayful Edmond,” from his self-owned label, Hood Environment, on March 4, 2016. The groundbreaking single, composed of powerful orchestral undertones and hard hitting deep bass, showcases the abilities... - March 05, 2016 - Hood Environment
Roots of Creation Release "Struggle" EP Featuring Melvin Seals of Jerry Garcia Band and Marshall “Ras MG” Goodman of Sublime
Roots of Creation today released a maxi-single/EP of their newest single, “Struggle,” ahead of their grandest project to date, Livin Free. The New Hampshire-based reggae/rock/dubtronica band is recognized as a Top 20 artist on the Relix/Jamband radio chart, a festival staple (Gathering... - March 04, 2016 - Red Boot PR
New Album Release: RMR009 Creative Consciousness - We Gotta Get Up! (They Gotta Stand Down!)
Creative Consciousness was created as a means of aligning with like minded artists from all over the world to share their views on the struggle of the average human, battling against the western corporate monopoly and how opportunities of freedom and sustainability could be just around the corner, should people choose to stand up for the rights of themselves and others. - March 02, 2016 - Respect Music Records
Heroes Of The Resistance Announces New Guitar Player
The Toronto-based rock band Heroes Of The Resistance (HTR) welcome “Rob L” as the new lead guitar player. - March 02, 2016 - Heroes Of The Resistance
Kesavah BellyDance in Nelson, BC Adds More Classes for All Levels
Kesavah BellyDance in Nelson, BC is adding two new Belly Dancing classes starting on April 5th, 2016. - February 29, 2016 - Kesavah BellyDance
Momma Lynn Management Announces John Kingsley to Record at Studio Sage
Momma Lynn Management (MLM) announces Singer-Songwriter John Kingsley has joined the Momma Lynn family of companies and will record at Studio Sage in Edmonds, Washington. His debut album, "About Town," will be a collection of Kingsley's insightful views of the world and a healing introspective of his life. Recording begins in Mid-March 2016. - February 29, 2016 - Momma Lynn Entertainment
Uniscope Distribution & Brand Services is Accepting Submissions for New Heat South Volume 2
Uniscope Distribution & Brand Services is now accepting submissions for the second volume of their globally distributed compilation series, New Heat South. The company is also looking to connect with more producers, songwriters, and label owners. - February 25, 2016 - Uniscope Distribution & Brand Services
US Soccer Legend Alexi Lalas Teams Up with Athletes Brand to Fulfill a Kid's Dream of Raising Awareness with Rare Disease Day
A boy that suffers from 8 rare diseases has dedicated his life to impacting the world and partnered with Soccer Hall of Famer, Alexi Lalas and Athletes Brand, in a global awareness campaign for Rare Disease Day. - February 25, 2016 - Athletes Brand
YouTube Video Leads Philly Trumpeter to Solo Performance at Carnegie Hall
When Philadelphia area trumpeter Bob Wagner posted a video on YouTube in the Fall of 2012, little did he realize that it would propel his musical career to a national tour and ultimately lead to an upcoming solo performance on the iconic stage of the world famous Carnegie Hall. - February 24, 2016 - Jump City Music Inc
Arts on the Green Presents Acclaimed Duo 2 (Peter H. Bloom, Multiple Flutes; Mary Jane Rupert, Harp), Chamber Music Concert March 19, Shrewsbury, MA
Arts on the Green presents the esteemed Duo 2 (Peter H. Bloom, flute, alto flute, bass flute and piccolo; Mary Jane Rupert, harp) in European and American Masters, Saturday, March 19, 2016 at 7:00 pm, First Congregational Church, 19 Church Rd, Shrewsbury, MA. Free to all, but donations welcome. Information: 508-845-7286. Gems by J.S. Bach, Beethoven, Saint-Saens, and two stellar works written for 2: Butterfly Effects (2008) by Elizabeth Vercoe and Play of Light (2011) by Richard Nelson. - February 23, 2016 - Americas Musicworks
The Funky HomeBoyz Release "That Funky Hip Hop" Mixtape February 19th
The Funky HomeBoyz, a hip hop duo hailing from Queens, New York City, is preparing to drop their most recent studio endeavor this February. The mixtape, entitled "That Funky Hip Hop," will be available on SoundCloud for download upon its release. The duo, which consists of two cousins, Lashaun and Sean, are often referred to as the “Rap Attack Cousins.” - February 22, 2016 - SeanKev Music
International Tchaikovsky Competition Winner Performs with Minnesota Sinfonia
The Minnesota Sinfonia presents “Father and Son” on March 4th and 5th, featuring Itamar Zorman performing selections by Henryk Wieniawski and Antonin Dvorak, as well as Hora, a piece written by his father, Moshe Zorman. The concert will also feature the world premiere of Insouciant, by... - February 17, 2016 - Friends of the Minnesota Sinfonia
Blue 22s Pop/Reggae Band Shows Heart for Valentine’s Day by Donating Proceeds from Their New Single, "Ready or Not" to Bring National Awareness to ADHD
Successful Pop/Reggae Band, Blue 22s will be releasing their new single and music video, Ready or Not, worldwide today to raise money for the awareness of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder; a cause that’s close to their heart. Blue 22s aren’t strangers to ADHD. Four of the five... - February 12, 2016 - Blue 22s
VAARCLOC Releases New Song "Ecdad"
VAARCLOC, an instrumental metal music project from Romania releases a new song entitled "Ecdad." - February 12, 2016 - VA ART
Musical Directors of Major Artists Trust His Advice; Top Rated Online Music Production Company's Video Series Offers That Advice for Everyone
A surprise will arrive this February. SongCat's most recent video series has now launched. In the meantime, results of its latest client satisfaction survey revealed interesting results. The company's growth rate will approach 50 percent throughout 2016. - February 10, 2016 - SongCat LLC
Forget Wine & Roses: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Breakup Redemption Single Since You’ve Been Gone" from Award-Winning Artist David Keeley
Second single from upcoming album “Pop” is commandeered by NYC-based label Young Pals Music’s founder & executive producer Ayhan Sahin. - February 09, 2016 - Young Pals Music
SF International Arts Festival 2016 Announces Detailed Program Multiple Artists from 13 Countries and the Bay Area to Feature in Over 100 Performances and Exhibitions
SF International Arts Festival is pleased to announce the program for 2016, which will take place from May to June 5 as a co-presentation with the Fort Mason Center for Arts and Culture. More than 50 performance ensembles will participate in the Festival including some of the Bay Area’s finest as well as companies travelling from as far afield as Canada, Colombia, England, France, Japan, Lithuania, Morocco, Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland, Serbia, South Korea, Switzerland and Taiwan. - February 08, 2016 - San Francisco International Arts Festival
Alex Hulme Little Lives Single Release
Alex Hulme releases his new Single "Little Lives" on February 5th 2016. - February 05, 2016 - Alex Hulme
Irene Hartfield CD Release Valentine’s Concert
Singer, pianist and songwriter Irene Hartfield will present a concert celebrating the release of her new CD, Play Me, on Valentine’s Day, Sunday, February 14, 2016 at the Vermilion College Fine Arts Theater. Concert goers will have the opportunity to be the first to purchase copies of the... - February 04, 2016 - Irene Hartfield
“Defund THIS 2: Electric Vulvaloo” Uses Sex to Sell…Women’s Right to Choose
Burlesque fundraiser returns to support access to women’s healthcare. - February 04, 2016 - Dirty Bird Burlesque