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New on iTunes: Sugar Burn Sessions by Tom Kurlander
Sugar Burn Sessions, the new album from singer-songwriter Tom Kurlander is now available on iTunes. The album is explosive at times, combining a driving pure rock edge with resonant storytelling and strong melodies. Tom Kurlander & PaleBlueSound kick off the Sugar Burn Sessions US Tour 2012 in February. - January 26, 2012 - Pale Blue Entertainment, LLC
Sonorous Entertainment’s Partner, Universal Music Group Extends Distribution Agreement
Sonorous Entertainment Inc. CEO Dwayne Bigelow has confirmed that Universal Music Group has extended its distribution agreement for an additional two years. This extension will allow both companies to continue working together in distributing some of the greatest Gospel music ever... - January 25, 2012 - Sonorous Entertainment Inc.
High Sonic Records Announces Release of SNAFU Kitties Acclaimed EP Break Yo Back
High Sonic Records, LLC proudly announces the worldwide release of the SNAFU Kitties highly acclaimed EP Break Yo Back on January 24, 2012. - January 25, 2012 - High Sonic Records LLC
Sonorous Entertainment Inc. Opens International Division Offices
Sonorous Entertainment Inc. has opened their international offices in Toronto, Canada. The office, located at 133 Richmond Street West. Suite 310, Toronto, ON has been fully operational as of January 3, 2011. The office will serve as the headquarters for the recently appointed international... - January 20, 2012 - Sonorous Entertainment Inc.
Figjam Celebrates What’s the Name of the Dame’s Hit Film Festival Run with an EP of Julian Marsh Remixes of ABBA Classics Performed by the Drag Queens from ABBAlicious
To celebrate the successful festival run of "What's the Name of the Dame?" Figjam partnered with world-renowned DJ Julian Marsh to release an EP of remixes featuring ABBA covers from the movie. - January 18, 2012 - Figjam Records
Sonorous Entertainment Inc. to Have Representation at 2012 Midem Festival in Cannes, France
Sonorous Entertainment Inc.—reported today that the Company will have a representative in attendance at this year’s Midem Music Festival in Cannes, France, January 28-31. Midem is the world's largest music industry trade fair, which has been held annually at and around the Palais des... - January 18, 2012 - Sonorous Entertainment Inc.
Hydrus Media Announces 2012 School Music Fundraising Tour Sponsor Opportunities
Business sponsorships needed to support rock band tour to raise funds for schools' music and performing arts programs across the Northwestern US. - January 06, 2012 - Hydrus Media
Sonorous Entertainment Reaches Out to Assist Victims of Tropical Storm Washi (Typhoon Sendong) in The Philippines
On December 17, 2011 the devastating tropical storm Washi (Typhoon Sendong) slammed the Philippines with the city of Iligan in the province of Lanao del Norte receiving the brunt of the typhoon. Almost 1,260 people have been confirmed dead in the flood and over 429,000 were displaced, with about... - January 06, 2012 - Sonorous Entertainment Inc.
Great Reviews from Mt. Airy, NC Community for Nashville Recording Artist, Rachael Johnson
Nashville Recording Artist, Rachael Johnson earns great reviews after performing this December to a full house at the Old North State Winery & Brewery in Mt. Airy, NC. One lucky fan left the show with an auctioned, one of a kind, Rachael Johnson show poster fetching $150. The poster was... - January 05, 2012 - Rachael Johnson Music
VanMarter Project Joins Empty Vessel Music to Give Back
VanMarter Project advocates The Music Matters Project – giving at risk youth free music education, appreciation and intervention in America’s inner cities. - December 19, 2011 - Hydrus Media
Nashville’s Artist to the Stars, Corey Frizzell to be on Hand at Rising Artist, Rachael Johnson’s Old North State Winery & Brewery Concert to Autograph Show Poster
Nashville’s Artist to the Stars, Corey Frizzell will be on hand December 17th with rising artist, Rachael Johnson for her one night only concert to be held at the prestigious Old North State Winery & Brewery, in Mt. Airy, NC. Corey and Rachael will autograph a show poster designed by... - December 16, 2011 - Visual Artist Corey Frizzell
E! News Spins Hayley Dees Nowhere Video Single
HRX Records Artist Hayley Dees Video Played on Major Entertainment News Show - December 14, 2011 - Hrx Records
Free Web-Based Key or Tempo Change Service
Introducing the Internet’s First Web-based Key and Tempo Change Service - Powered by Song Surgeon; It’s Free - December 10, 2011 - Todd, Michael & James, Inc.
Nashville Recording Artist, Rachael Johnson to Perform at Mt. Airy, NC’s Old North State Winery & Brewery
Rachael Johnson will appear for a one night only show, December 17th, at the prestigious Old North State Winery & Brewery, in Mt. Airy, NC. The Old North State Winery and Brewery, located in the burgeoning Yadkin Valley wine region in a renovated 1890’s mercantile building in historic... - December 03, 2011 - Rachael Johnson Music
Ravenscroft Model 220 Debuting @ 2012 NAMM Show
The next star to appear at the 2012 NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) show may not be a celebrated musician who is tickling the ivories - it may be the piano itself. The Anaheim venue will enjoy in one of its exhibits the use of a $235,000 hand crafted piano which was constructed in... - December 02, 2011 - Ravenscroft Pianos
Nashville Recording Artist, Rachael Johnson, Earns Rave Reviews for November Show from Eddie Montgomery’s Steakhouse Entertainment Manager
KY fans witnessed a great show Nov 18th at Eddie Montgomery’s Steakhouse, located in Harrodsburg, when Nashville Recording Artist Rachael Johnson performed with special guest star, Chris Caskey. "Rachael Johnson brought top quality music to our stage. I can see why she’s regularly... - November 30, 2011 - Rachael Johnson Music
HRX Records Releases Hell...It's Christmas Featuring Simpsons' Alumni Michael Dees
HRX Records' single from Holiday EP Contains some familiar Voices and unusual surprises. - November 29, 2011 - Hrx Records
Sifar Gets Nominated for Indiego Music Awards
Delhi-based alternative rock band Sifar has been nominated for four categories in the first edition of Indiego Music Awards, where they will be competing against the best independent artists from South Asia including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Maldives, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. "We feel truly... - November 29, 2011 - Beatfactory Music
Free Label Sampler MP3 Album from NetDotMusic.com
Net Dot Music, an indie record label specializing in instrumental fusion - all-instrumental music that blends several styles and genres - has released a free mp3 album, with over eighty minutes of music, encompassing fourteen different releases from their artist roster, which includes: Massimo -... - November 18, 2011 - Net Dot Music
Nashville Recording Artist Rachael Johnson to Appear at Eddie Montgomery’s with Special Guest Star, Former Mercury Recording Artist, Chris Caskey
Nashville Recording Artist Rachael Johnson will join Lexington, KY native, Chris Caskey for a one night only show this Friday, Nov. 18th at the famed Eddie Montgomery’s Steakhouse, located in Harrodsburg, KY. - November 17, 2011 - Rachael Johnson Music
1st Annual American Hip Hop Awards
The American Hip Hop Awards makes it's mark in history, as it makes it's way to Los Angeles. In it's much anticipated launch, this show will be televised and broadcast over the internet. You will be able to watch it on your smart phone or tablet computer. - November 17, 2011 - American Hip Hop Awards, Inc.
Nashville Recording Artist Rachael Johnson to Open Private Show for Country Star Jo Dee Messina
Nashville Recording Artist, Rachael Johnson, has earned the distinctive honor of being hand-picked as the opening act for Country Music Star Jo Dee Messina for an upcoming private show at Nashville’s world famous WildHorse Saloon. - November 10, 2011 - Rachael Johnson Music
Joseph Michael Founder of HRX Records Discusses the "Top Ten Reasons You're Not Getting Signed by a Record Label"
HRX Records Founder Joseph Michael on how not to pitch yourself as an artist while trying to secure a record deal. - November 07, 2011 - Hrx Records
Sonorous Entertainment Inc. Acquires the Legendary House of Beauty (HOB) Records Catalog
New independent label seeks to revitalise one of the most historically significant catalogs of American Music. - November 06, 2011 - Sonorous Entertainment Inc.
Drummer Rolls Out Innovations for Music Professionals, Novices and Fans
Drummer Brian Doherty is rolling out a bundle of professional services and recorded music aimed at entertaining the fan, educating the amateur and serving the professional. Products include pre-recorded tracks for songwriters and producers, informative articles about the music business, in-session... - November 02, 2011 - briandoherty.net
Sonorous Entertainment Inc. Includes Albertina Walker in Its Platinum Gospel Series
Sonorous Entertainment Inc.—announces the addition of the late great Albertina Walker as part of Sonorous Entertainment’s Platinum Gospel Series. This re-mastered collection celebrates her magnificent work as a band leader and vocalist. Sonorous Entertainment will distribute this... - November 02, 2011 - Sonorous Entertainment Inc.
Steve Cooke is Burning Hot at This Year’s Hollywood Music in Media Awards
Two Nominated Singles “Radio” & “Gravity” from the Double Album “Paramount Sessions” Also Featuring Adam Lambert - November 01, 2011 - Steve Cooke
TONAL Completes the Original Score for the Acclaimed Independent Film, "The Apple Pushers"
Tonal, the original music house led by Creative Director/Composer Alex Lasarenko, continues its long-time commitment to the independent filmmaking community, completing work on the acclaimed documentary The Apple Pushers. The Apple Pushers, written and directed by Mary Mazzio, narrated by Edward... - November 01, 2011 - TONAL
TONAL Remixes for Britney Spears "B In The Mix - Vol 2"
Alexander Lasarenko, founder of TONAL and one of a leading composer for advertising, television and film is also one of pop music’s most in-demand remixers. His latest remix is for Britney Spear's "B In The Mix - Vol 2" album release which debuted at #4 on Billboard's dance charts. - October 30, 2011 - TONAL
Sonorous Entertainment Inc. Issues Correction to October 13, 2011 Press Release
Sonorous Entertainment Inc.—announced in a recent October press release header that the company released the Five Blind Boys of Alabama from their Platinum Gospel Series. The press released on October 13, 2011 should have read that Sonorous Entertainment proudly presents the re-mastered... - October 29, 2011 - Sonorous Entertainment Inc.
Sonorous Entertainment Inc. Proudly Presents the Re-Mastered Collection of Rev. James Cleveland to Its Platinum Gospel Series
Sonorous Entertainment Inc. is proud to present the re-mastered collection of Rev. James Cleveland, the “King of Gospel” to its Platinum Gospel Series. Cleveland began his singing career under the direction of Rev. Thomas A. Dorsey, “The Father of Modern Gospel” at Pilgrim... - October 29, 2011 - Sonorous Entertainment Inc.
MVP Loops Teams with Native Instruments to Create Expansion Packs for iMaschine
Sample sound manufacturer and distributor MVP Loops has teamed up with software company Native Instruments to create an expansion pack for the recently launched iMaschine music app. The Swagg City iMaschine Expansion Pack features samples from the MVP Loops and its subsidiary brand Dig... - October 28, 2011 - MVP Loops
Sonorous Entertainment Inc. Proudly Releases Songs of Hope from Their Platinum Gospel Lineup
Sonorous Entertainment Inc. presents Songs of Hope, a collection of Gospel classics centered on encouraging hope. - October 26, 2011 - Sonorous Entertainment Inc.
Hindi Rock Band Sifar Release Debut Album
"Sifar might turn out to be a watershed band in the history of this (hindi rock) genre" - MusicAloud.com; "Could possibly be the next big thing in Indian indie" - GibsonGuitar.in; "Sifar is probably one band who have given a glorious face to the concept of Hindi rock" - Nitin Malik, Parikrama. - October 21, 2011 - Beatfactory Music
We're Not Gonna Take It! Music Producer Forges New Path by Combining Sports, Clean Lyrics, and Latest Musical Trends
A new company, Atrax music, LLC, has developed music specifically to redress the massive amount of rude and obscene music in the sports world. Reigning Champions™, volume I, is an album designed specifically to deliver clean, competition-appropriate content about the themes that have traditionally been the mainstay of cheerleading: athletic success. - October 19, 2011 - Atrax Music, LLC
Nashville Recording Artist Rachael Johnson Returns to Her Roots to Perform at Mt. Airy’s B52’s Bar & Grill
Rachael Johnson performs a weekly show at Nashville’s world famous Wildhorse Saloon but on October 22 she will return to her home town of Mt. Airy, NC for a special appearance at B52’s Bar and Grill located on 972 North Andy Griffith Parkway. Founded in 2006, Mount Airy’s own... - October 19, 2011 - Rachael Johnson Music
Gutta Slim's Hot New Mixtape "A Day In the Life"
This is a hot new mixtape for true hiphop lovers abroad. This mixtape takes you from the reality of the streets to bedroom fantasies. Finally, a mixtape that the ladies will definitely love. - October 18, 2011 - Gutta Slim
HRX Records Seeking Female Singers - Prize: Recording Contract... HRX Vixens Vol. 1
Independent Record Label to release compilation CD of female vocalists. The release will be distributed by Hot Topic and featured in Maxim Magazine. The Top Three Girls will get a Record Deal. - October 18, 2011 - Hrx Records
Veal-Steen Music Publishing Partners with FL-Based Recording Studio, North Avenue Studios
Veal-Steen Music Publishing launches FL, base Label Eccles Music and partners with North Avenue Studios to provide artists with production, marketing, promotion, publishing, digital distribution, synchronization, and compilation licensing they need to succeed in today's music industry. With... - October 16, 2011 - Veal-Steen Music Publishing
Sonorous Entertainment Inc. Announces Release of Platinum Gospel Christmas Selection
Sonorous Entertainment Inc. invites you to celebrate Christmas with the release of “Gospel Christmas”, a collection that features classic Christmas recordings from some of the most respected legendary names in Gospel music. Each track has been transferred from the original master tapes... - October 14, 2011 - Sonorous Entertainment Inc.
Brian Doherty Sets "Record" with 40th Album
Music teacher by day, rocker by night, drummer Brian Doherty commemorates his 40th album credit. List includes They Might Be Giants, XTC and more. - October 08, 2011 - briandoherty.net
The Storm Within LLC Announces Finalists for Film Composer Competition
Five finalists will vie for $500 and a contract to score indie film. - October 02, 2011 - The Storm Within LLC
FBMG Announces: R&B Singer Dave Tolliver Releases New Single "I Forgive Me"
Platinum recording artist Dave Tolliver of the R&B duo Men At Large returns with his new Hit single "I Forgive Me" off his sophomore album (not yet titled). - October 01, 2011 - Full Belly Media Group, LLC.
Rapper LP Da Original Launches New Official Video
With the new official video release of "Till Da Pack Gone," Toronto rapper LP Da Original is giving listeners a taste of what to expect on his soon-coming mixtape "No Organization No Progress." - September 28, 2011 - G7 Records Inc.
Rapper JJ Money Releases New Official Video: "All I Dream Is"
Toronto rapper JJ Money is keeping listeners in tune with the new video release of his latest single "All I Dream Is." - September 28, 2011 - G7 Records Inc.
Rapper Reema Major Releases New Official Video: "I'm the One"
16-year-old rising emcee Reema Major returns with the video release of her new single "I'm the One" which features guest appearances by Rick Ross. - September 28, 2011 - G7 Records Inc.
Unsigned Door-to-Door Musician Lands Single on Top-40 Radio and MTV USA
The Scotty James Story - An aspiring story about a young, desperate but ambitious unsigned musician that went door-to-door playing songs to raise money for his first album. Opportunity knocked when he arrived at the door of a music manager who gave him a recording, artist development, and management deal. Within one year, Scotty James went from obscurity to landing his first single on major radio in Canada, his music video on MTV in the United States, and opening for Sublime With Rome. - September 22, 2011 - JonPaul Music360
Joe Blessett - Chillin Out in Dark Places
Chillin out in Dark Places, the latest release from the multitalented, multi-instrumentalist Joe Blessett, shines the spotlight on the persistently evolving music of a genuinely enigmatic artist who has chosen to work solitarily in the shadow of relative anonymity in pursuit of his own uncompromising vision. - September 20, 2011 - Joe Blessett Music
Piano Offering Number Five - LP Release by Livio Guerra
"Piano Offering Number Five" is the latest release of Italian pianist and composer Livio Guerra from Rome. This LP will be most appreciated by piano lovers. Most pieces are solo piano even though some are enhanced by a melodic instrument, oboe flute or viola counterpointing the piano pad. "Piano Offering" is available on major streaming sites (iTunes, Napster, etc...) from September 15th 2011. - September 18, 2011 - Livio Guerra
Jacksonville Artist, Jacob Spangler Skyrockets on the Local Charts with Debut Solo Album, "Feel Again!"
Jacob Spangler releases his first solo album, “Feel Again,” and it is taking Jacksonville by storm, with it's meteoric rise on the ReverbNation.com local rock charts - From #97 to #10 in only two weeks, and climbing. - September 07, 2011 - Jacob Spangler