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Acclaimed Singer/Songwriter Dante Hall Set to Publish "Growing Up Black: Things My Grandparents Said," First Buzzworthy Coffee Table Book of 2021
Nostalgic project enshrines what Gospel Singer Yolanda Adams calls the “infinite history of sayings” familiar to millions of African-Americans; Marks first foray into book writing for Hall, a Grammy-recognized recording artist - January 27, 2021 - Dante Hall
Wellerman Sea Shanty Launches on Apple & Spotify
The Wellerman, a song that’s gone viral on social media in recent weeks, is now available on most streaming platforms. The release was recorded by the multi-national vocalists made famous on TikTok, who now call themselves “The Wellermen” - Sam Pope, 30, Kent, England; Jonny Stewart, 29, London, England; Bobby “Bass” Waters, 22, Walpole, MA; Luke Taylor, 19, Thornton, PA and Aaron Sloan, 23, Belfast, Northern Ireland. - January 25, 2021 - The Wellermen
Scoring Records Releases The "Love Sarah" Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
Scoring Records released the Love Sarah Original Motion Picture Soundtrack with music by Enis Rotthoff (Guns Akimbo, The Sunlit Night, Wetlands). Directed by Eliza Schroeder, Love Sarah was released in the United States on January 15 by Samuel Goldwyn Films on Digital platforms AppleTV, Amazon,... - January 25, 2021 - Enis Rotthoff
Adam's Attic's Releases Single "We Are"
The Southern California based pop/rock band, Adam's Attic, releases their new single "We Are" on Friday, Jan. 22. The band unveiled their new album cover artwork via social media on Jan. 2. Of the anthem, Joe Henry, Adam's Attic's lead vocalist and chief songwriter, said, "With the... - January 24, 2021 - Adam's Attic
Kyle Lewis - Poetry Prod by Wyshmasterbeats Single Release
Kyle Lewis released his first single Poetry prod by Wyshmaster Beats in 2020 now available on all streaming platforms. - January 20, 2021 - Kyle Lewis
Multi-Grammy Award Winning Producers from Box Bangers to Lease Beats on the World's #1 Beat Marketplace, BeatStars
Box Bangers is the brainchild and production company of Darius “Deezle” Harrison and Eric “88 Fingaz” Parham. Together they have assembled a collective of veteran and up & coming multi-Grammy and ASCAP award winning producers who are looking to give back to the musical... - January 15, 2021 - Deezle
Kevin Carman’s Acorn Lamp Sculpture is a Seed of Connection for Ventura’s Art Scene
From The Museum of Ventura County to Taft Gardens, Art City sculptor uses large-scale installations to highlight nature’s primal beauty. - January 12, 2021 - Ventura Artists' Union
Nashville Expat Music Producer TheRealJonSmith Launches New Record Label in Los Angeles
Los Angeles based Music Producer Jonathan Smith (a.k.a. TheRealJonSmith) builds upon his Nashville roots in LA as he creates a new multi-genre indie record label that will give incredible new talent a platform to be heard, and seen. - January 11, 2021 - Jonathan Smith a.k.a. TheRealJonSmith
Sister Stone's Hip-Hop Single "Still Here" Transforms Pain Into Love & Wisdom
Sister Stone transports you to the 90s with her single release "Still Here," an uplifting track that supports listeners in overcoming pain and struggle to transform it into strength, love and wisdom. This track to be released on February 1, 2021, is relevant and incredibly timely for... - January 11, 2021 - Sister Stone LLC
Ayhan Sahin’s New Single “Come And Get Me Now” From Young Pals Music Offers Musical Tonic Amid These Restless Times
Ayhan Sahin’s fourth solo single marks the finale release from the long-awaited full-length collaborative project “Pop.” - December 31, 2020 - Young Pals Music
TheRealJonSmith Conjures Fire on EP for Northern California’s Rock Band No One
The hotly - anticipated new No One rock project produced by Luna Halo [Rick Rubin / Columbia Records] original member and producer TheRealJonSmith. - December 19, 2020 - Jonathan Smith a.k.a. TheRealJonSmith
Singer/Songwriter IRIS Releases Stunning New Single, "Them"
IRIS was recently featured in a "Mix with the Masters" seminar, with award-winning Grammy producer Malay, in which the new project was discussed for the single, "Them." - December 18, 2020 - IRIS
Local Triple-Threat Artist and Beauty Queen Releases Debut Single
Miss South Florida Fair Juliette Valle’s Christmas single released on December 14, with all proceeds to help fund organ donation programs. - December 15, 2020 - Juliette Valle
Webber Marketing and Consulting Teams Up with Forward Media Partners
Partnership Leverages New Media to Create and Distribute National Battle of the Bands and HBCU Related Programming - December 11, 2020 - Webber Marketing & Consulting
SONO Music Group Announces the New Single from New York Night Market, Shadows & Stones
SONO Music Group announces the fourth single from New York Night Market, a young and promising Californian duo. On December 11, New York Night Market is set to release the fourth single of their self-titled, debut EP, which is anticipated to release in the early months of 2021. - December 10, 2020 - SONO Music
Ashes To Dust Single Released in Advance of Jason Brock’s Facebook Live Concert
Brock’s third single of 2020 will be performed live online with Ventura locals Heard Of Cats. - November 25, 2020 - Ventura Artists' Union
J Young MDK Talks Dual Albums, 50/50 Campaign, Dealing with Diabetes and More
Artist, actor and noted entertainer J Young MDK, Has already made music history as the first performer to drop two albums from two different genres on the same day, Aqua (R&B) and Black (RAP). - November 13, 2020 - J Young MDK
Lauded Michigan Songwriter Paul Lubanski Announces Candidacy for Michigan Governorship in November 2022
Paul Lubanski is announcing his Independent ticket run for the governorship of Michigan. - November 06, 2020 - Paul Lubanski
Annika Bellamy Releases Her Latest R&B Hit "Psycho"
Once again, Annika gets together with producer Jayden Panesso to write and record this real life Contemporary R&B song called “Psycho,” that’s being described as “heart break,” “inspirational,” and “female empowering.” - November 02, 2020 - Annika Bellamy
Ron Suno Releases Audio and Visual for New Song "Netflix"
On October 30, Ron Suno will drop a song that’s considerably a fan favorite, “Netflix.” Ron Suno became most prominent for his viral comedic skits and Pinocchio, a song that took his music career to the next level. In the process of his elevation, the pandemic was a battlefield... - October 30, 2020 - Multi Artistry Ent
Cloe Wilder Releases New Single, "Call Me If You Need Me"
"Call Me If You Need Me" is the second single off of Cloe's upcoming EP, to be released in January 2021. - October 23, 2020 - Cloe Wilder
Instagram Influencer Lil Ackson Announces His Page Offering Unique and Entertaining Music
Instagram page packed with entertaining funny content and endless music fun. - October 20, 2020 - Lil Ackson Instagram Music Influencer
Unprecedented Success of Disney+ Series WandaVision Trailer Compels Release of New Video and Single Release
The groundbreaking success of the recently released Marvel Studios, Disney+ WandaVision series trailer prominently featuring The Platters' timeless hit Twilight Time has prompted the acclaimed international vocal group to release a new video and a newly mastered release of the single. - October 16, 2020 - Herb Reed Enterprises LLC
Malik Yusef Collaborates with Roc Nation and Vic Mensa on Creating the Reprise
Malik Yusef collaborates with Roc Nation and Vic Mensa on creating the Reprise: A Roc Nation Album a collection of songs curated by Roc Nation with hopes of bringing awareness to social justice issues. Available now on all platforms. The Reprise Roc Nation album provided a soundtrack for peaceful... - October 16, 2020 - Malik Yusef
Recording Artist Michael Quest Releases His First Patriotic Song, "This God-Given Land"
Michael Quest releases a truly American patriotic song as a single. This project contains one guitar-driven, patriotic-themed composition with music to enjoy and lyrics to inspire. - October 12, 2020 - Michael Quest
Epicenter for the Arts Announces New Performing Arts Training Facility
Epicenter for the Arts just started their eighth season in Southlake and will be moving to a larger facility soon. They are excited to share about their expansion with their Southlake families and the surrounding communities. They would love to set up a time to speak more about who they are and what they do. - October 05, 2020 - Epicenter for the Arts
Rahul Simaro Releasing New Song "Tera Hona Hai Mujhe" on October 10, 2020
Rahul Simaro is back with another love song. This time it will be a one-sided love story. The song is called "Tera Hona Hai Mujhe" and it will be released worldwide on October 10, 2020. - October 05, 2020 - Rahul Simaro
Come to Poppa. New Album by Cortez Out October 2, 2020.
Funky and disco breakthrough for Italian rock artist Cortez: from Friday, October 2 the new album by Cortez “Come to Poppa” (AB Music) is available in all digital stores. - September 27, 2020 - Alessandro Bagagli Music
Urite Brings Records Has Released Upcoming Artist Anthony Baidoo, Also Known as Anthony B. Hiplove, to the Music Industry in Ghana
Anthony Baidoo, also known as Anthony B. Hiplove, is a Ghanaian Born musician and songwriter. - September 19, 2020 - Urite Brings Records
Invention News: 13-Year Old Arizona Student is Granted a United States Patent
Brandon Lev, from Peoria, Arizona, has been granted a United States Patent for an invention he conceived when he was just 11 years old. - September 16, 2020 - LevSongs Productions
Papi Yerr Signs to Sony/ATV Music Publishing
Papi Yerr Drops "Stoneheart" Off of His New EP Over Her and Signs to Sony/ATV Music Publishing - September 15, 2020 - Multi Artistry Ent
Concert Season is Back - and Dominican Superstar DaniLeigh is Breaking Boundaries Through MADDCity.Live
Social media sensation DaniLeigh is teaming up with live-stream service MADDCity.Live to take virtual concert experiences to new heights. - September 14, 2020 - MADDCity.Live
Award Winning Multi-Instrumentalist Ricky Persaud, Jr. Wins at The Josie Music Awards
Ricky Persaud, Jr. won Artist of the Year in Pop/Contemporary. - September 10, 2020 - Mystiqson Records & Publishing, LLC
New Discovered Talented Music Producer "BeatsbyShackles" from Nigeria
BeatsbyShackles, an 18 year old Electronic Dance Music Producer from Nigeria. - September 09, 2020 - BeatsbyShackles
SGNB Records & Hybrid Blues Announce Highly-Anticipated Debut Album Hybrid Blues
SGNB Records and Hybrid Blues band are thrilled to announce the release of their long-awaited self-titled debut album Hybrid Blues, available Sept. 13, 2020. - September 08, 2020 - SGNB Records
Conductor Ming Luke Assembles Major Players in the Ballet Industry for New Chat Series
Musical Point(e)s features Zoom Conversations with Stars from American Ballet Theatre, New York City Ballet and more. - September 04, 2020 - Maestro Ming Luke
Cloe Wilder Releases New Single, "It's True"
"'It's True' sounds much like a love letter from Cloe to her teenage years, wishing to experience the milestone moments of youth while having a career that sometimes creates challenges in making connections.” - Girl’s Life Magazine Indie-pop singer/songwriter Cloe Wilder released... - September 04, 2020 - Cloe Wilder
Composer Willem Martens Will Release His Experimental New Album "Indigo Vibe" on September 14 This Year
Willem Martens will release his new experimental album “Indigo Vibe” which compositions are characterized by various deep and colorful layers. His compositions contain electro-acoustic elements, Martens makes use of traditional classical instruments, as well as of modern electronic equipment and soundshapes which are created from live sampling of all kinds of industrial and nature sounds. - September 03, 2020 - Willem Martens, Composer
Venus D Lite Health Scare
The former RuPaul’s Drag Race contestant has temporarily canceled all appearances due to serious health concerns. Venus D Lite is in seclusion; Having a difficult recovery from recent cosmetic surgery; Obsession with Madonna has caused depression and risky behavior. - August 30, 2020 - Venus D Lite
KIN4LIFE Celebrates Their 21st Anniversary in Music with "I Love KIN4LIFE" Re-Release
On August 28, KIN4LIFE re-released their seminal album "I Love KIN4LIFE" on indie label Artists First Records. The release will kick off a retrospective look at the group's two decades of contributions to the music industry, and in particular, to the visibility of LGBTQ artists. - August 29, 2020 - Artists First Records
Canadian Alternative Bands Life is Changed with MDMA
The song is about vocalist: Alex Badgers' first experience with MDMA. Alex explains that her boyfriend and her stayed up all night dancing in their living room in each other's arms, the relationship troubles melted as the moment took hold. - August 25, 2020 - Poor Traits
Jason Brock Breaks the Silence with New Single Shine
Lyrics are a call to action; vocals are released for Creative Commons remixing. - August 19, 2020 - Ventura Artists' Union
Chaos Guitars Proudly Endorses Aiden Albright Aiden; is Affiliated with the Nazareth Thrash Outfit, Relapsed
Chaos Guitar announces its first local endorsement, School of Rock graduate, Aiden Albright. - August 18, 2020 - Chaos Guitars
Promise To Myself Release New Single and Brings a New Sound for the Band with "killmeslow"
Even after releasing their sophomore EP “I Might Be Crazy” in February 2020 and a pandemic hitting the world, that hasn’t stopped Promise To Myself from pushing forward with writing songs and keeping up with their fans on social media while waiting on live shows to... - July 30, 2020 - Promise To Myself
Independent Hip Hop Artist and Songwriter SEQNCE Announces New Single, "Fallen Soul"
Independent Hip Hop artist and songwriter Seqnce, whose real name is Dyamontae Sang-Walker, has released the first single "Fallen Soul" from his much anticipated upcoming debut album SEQNCE today. A tremendous blend of Seqnce’s expressive melodic vocals and the moody vibe of the... - July 30, 2020 - Seqnce
Jeff Lionheart New Single Release to Radio
New Single "City Lights" to be released in August 2020. - July 24, 2020 - Jeff Lionheart
Ventura Artists’ Union Member Audra Lucas Featured in 805 Living
“Times are tough,” writes 805 Living magazine’s Joan Tapper, “but artists will be artists.” The statement speaks to the unstoppable force of art, and is the opening sentence from the publication’s recent feature titled Creativity Unbound. The article highlights... - July 24, 2020 - Ventura Artists' Union
Aural Desk Aims to be the New Wave in Remote Professional Audio Services for Advertising, Film and Musicians
In June 2020, a new kind of remote agency company was born, taking in consideration to current situation the world is facing with borders during a pandemic state and the necessity to provide jobs for musicians that can’t rely on public performance to make a living. Each project is tailored... - July 15, 2020 - Aural Desk
Billboard Hit Recording Artist Fawn Releases Her New Song, "Wait For The Sun" Featuring Debra Wilson and Many Other Celebrities Supporting Black Lives Matter
“Wait For The Sun” is a song about struggling and fighting your way through difficult, dark times. The message of the chorus, “Wait For The Sun” is a reminder to hold on because the sun is going to come out again. A key unifying line is, “let the love remind you we’re one, and wait for the sun.” The music video has a handful of soulful celebrities and people uniting for a spiritual journey into cosmic positivity and change. - July 14, 2020 - Fawn
KIN4LIFE Releases New Single "Black in Amerikkka" for Independence Day
As a commentary on the true state of race relations in America, hip hop duo KIN4LIFE is releasing the single "Black In Amerikkka" on July 3 for Independence Day via Artists First Records. - July 03, 2020 - Artists First Records