AUSTIN, Texas /eNewsChannels/ — NEWS May 8, 2013: Greenleaf Press today announced the upcoming release of ‘The Artist’s Guide to Success in the Music Business’ by Loren Weisman. ‘The Artist’s Guide to Success in the Music Business’ (ISBN: 978-1608325788, 7×9 Paperback) will be available nationwide on August 13, 2013 and will be published simultaneously in an eBook edition (ISBN: 978-1608325795) and an audio book edition.
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Greenleaf Press will release ‘The Artist’s Guide to Success in the Music Business’ on August 13
Sandra Piller, Chart-Topping Country Music Artist, and Her Mom to appear at The Hollywood Show 2013
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /eNewsChannels/ — Featuring in-person appearances of more than five dozen celebrities from classic motion pictures and television, The Hollywood Show has emerged as one of the world’s most celebrated autograph and photo-opportunities for fans, and the upcoming 2013 event will feature country singer, and Shady Hill Records recording artist, Sandra Piller.
DashBook Software Extends Integration to Calculate Royalties with QuickBooks Data
HOUSTON, Texas /eNewsChannels/ — Financial Softworks, LLC today announced the release of the latest enhancements to their popular DashBook Royalty Pro system, which now includes the ability to directly create royalty checks or bill payments within Intuit QuickBooks, with special emphasis on book publishers, record labels, and music publishers and distributors.
American Music Abroad: Hip Hop Group Audiopharmacy to Tour Southeast Asia
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — Today, The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs announced that San Francisco-based hip hop group “Audiopharmacy” will tour Southeast Asia and the Pacific as part of the American Music Abroad program. With roots in hip hop, Audiopharmacy fuses live instrumentation and global musical styles, making for an [...]
Kennedy Center and Carnegie Hall welcome ensembles of the Afghan National Institute of Music (ANIM)
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The U.S. Department of State has announced that ensembles of the Afghan National Institute of Music (ANIM) will travel to three cities in the United States from February 3-15, 2013 for performances and cultural exchange with American youth orchestras. The Afghan National Institute of Music reflects a modern Afghanistan, in which [...]
Dr. Bob’s SoundSchool, the Bob Moog Foundation’s hallmark educational project, is expanding to serve two school districts in Western North Carolina
ASHEVILLE, N.C. /eNewsChannels/ — Dr. Bob’s SoundSchool (DBSS), the Bob Moog Foundation’s hallmark educational project, is expanding to serve two school districts in Western North Carolina. Twenty-five teachers from Asheville City Schools and Buncombe County Schools will be teaching the 10-week curriculum to over 500 second grade students beginning in January. This marks the first time that the two school districts have collaborated on a teaching program.
New York Halloween Concert with The Pit Stop Players Offers Spooky Premieres at the DiMenna Center for Classical Music
NEW YORK, N.Y. /eNewsChannels/ — The Pit Stop Players, a fourteen-member instrumental ensemble composed of veteran Broadway pit musicians, launch their fourth season with a concert of creepy classics and petrifying premieres at the DiMenna Center for Classical Music on Monday, October 29 at 7:30 p.m.
Audrey’s Night Out 2012: the 5th annual Fashion Show and Music Showcase at the historic Barker Hangar in Santa Monica
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /eNewsChannels/ — Audrey Magazine presents ‘Audrey’s Night Out 2012,’ the 5th annual Fashion Show and Music Showcase at the historic Barker Hangar, located inside the Santa Monica airport. Audrey Magazine continues its long tradition of bringing together a diverse community and industry from Music, Fashion and Film. Barker Hangar has hosted numerous Award and Televised Events. This showcase includes musical performances, hosted bar, and celebrity guests on the red carpet inside the iconic transformed Barker Hangar.
World’s Musicians Come Together for ‘OneBeat’ Tour
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs announced today that musicians from 21 countries will travel to the United States to engage audiences as part of One Beat. Beginning September 10 in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, OneBeat, a cultural diplomacy initiative, will connect international musicians with American [...]
New Dance Single From New Artist Cristelle Is Rocking The Clubs
HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Dance floors fill up when “Breakdown” is played, so now a new artist is being welcomed to the club scene. Her name is Cristelle and her recording, dancing and modeling careers are moving forward at 180BPM. Okay, that’s “beats per [...]
Songwriter’s Round at Douglas Corner Cafe Offers Hit Songs From Jane Bach, Sandra Piller, Becky Hobbs, and Nik & Sam
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Attracting Nashville’s finest songwriters, the Douglas Corner Cafe is a legendary site for great performances in country music. “It’s always an honor playing Douglas Corner Cafe,” states Jane Bach, who will be leading a writer’s round in the famous venue [...]
Move For Hunger Presents the Fourth Annual Surfside Food Drive in New Jersey
ASBURY PARK, N.J. /eNewsChannels/ — Non-profit Move For Hunger presents the Fourth Annual Surfside Food Drive and Concert Series to benefit the Food Bank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties. While hunger may not be on people’s minds during the summer holidays, hunger takes no vacations. The summer months can be some of the most difficult for food banks and struggling families as children who receive subsidized lunches are home from school.
Sandra Piller Proves That ‘Love Goes On’ With 6-Song EP Dedicated To Her Late Husband Michael Piller
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Shady Hill Records is celebrating the release of Sandra Piller’s new six-song EP, “Love Goes On.” Following on the heels of her full length album, “Days Like These,” the new recording is dedicated to her late husband, Michael. Michael [...]
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Hollywood Meets Nashville as Jane Bach, Sandra Piller, Kelly Fitzgerald and Joey Sykes Perform a Songwriter’s Round at Genghis Cohen
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The intimate setting of Hollywood’s Genghis Cohen is an ideal place to enjoy the lyrics and melodies of terrific songs and this will be especially true on Tuesday night, July 24, as the club hosts a Nashville-style songwriter’s round. [...]
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Kids Artistic Revue, America’s Favorite National Dance Competition, Wraps up 30th Anniversary 2012 Season with Benefit Awards Show
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /eNewsChannels/ — Kids Artistic Revue – KAR, America’s Favorite National Dance Competition, wraps up the 30th Anniversary 2012 season with a benefit awards show to give back to the community. Music Saves Lives and Keep A Breast Foundation join KARtv on July 6 at the MGM Grand Las Vegas to be part of the first annual Awards Show Benefit. KARtv will donate 100 percent of the proceeds from this event to these organizations.
From Baseball to The Beatles, Ruth Roberts Music Is In Your Life
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — On the list of celebrated songwriters from the 1940s through the 1990s is the name of Ruth Roberts (www.ruthrobertsmusic.com). While not as well-known as some of her contemporaries, you have heard her work because Ruth Roberts’ songs are played [...]
Star Trek Convention In Nashville Features Sandra Piller Onstage June 9 with Award-Winning Songwriter Jane Bach
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Sandra Piller, country singer-songwriter and widow of beloved Star Trek head writer/producer Michael Piller, will be appearing at the official Star Trek convention in Nashville on June 9 and performing alongside Jane Bach, award-winning hit songwriter for Tammy Wynette, Reba [...]
Nashville-style Songwriter Rounds Invade New York In June Featuring Jane Bach, Sandra Piller, Kati Mac, Billy Lee, Jake Holmes
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Bringing a country music tradition to Manhattan, Jane Bach, Sandra Piller, Kati Mac, Billy Lee, and special guest Jake Holmes are set for “Nashville in New York,” a pair of songwriter rounds which will take place this June at [...]
G-Man Marketing Celebrates Decade of Music Business Hype and Ghost Marketing Services
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /eNewsChannels/ — Whether you call it publicity, media relations or hype, everybody needs it and John Scott G has been providing it for a decade. ‘Just by visiting the Internet, you have been influenced by our work,’ states the head of G-Man Marketing. ‘We create and publish media announcements, press alerts, video messaging, social networking communication, and what I call ghost marketing.’
G-Man Marketing partners with client firms to offer discounted PR, songwriting, advertising and design
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /eNewsChannels/ — With the end of the world scheduled to take place later this year, G-Man Marketing (gmanmarketing.com) is partnering with its clients to offer special reduced rates in public relations, songwriting, audio mixing and mastering, radio advertising, graphic design, live music promotion, music distribution, and more.
Jonas Music Services to Give Away $700 Press Kit Package
WALLKILL, N.Y. /eNewsChannels/ — Jonas Music Services announced its first ‘Worst Press Kit Contest’ with one selected winner receiving a custom designed press kit package worth $700.00.
U.S. Department of State American Music Abroad Initiative Now Accepting Applications
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — Using music as a means to engage audiences worldwide, the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs announced today that the American Music Abroad program is now accepting applications for the 2012-2013 season.
Benefit Concert, The Grand Oaks Festival featuring The Judds, tickets still available
LADY LAKE, Fla. /eNewsChannels/ — Tickets starting at $35 are still available to see award-winning country-music mother and daughter legends Naomi and Wynonna Judd take their final Central Florida bow on the Last Encore Tour, October 15, 2011, as they headline The Grand Oaks Festival featuring The Judds, according to Alliance Healthcare Foundation President Ted Williams.
Dark Side of the Tune: creepy themed concert in NYC from The Pit Stop Players
NEW YORK, N.Y. /eNewsChannels/ — The Pit Stop Players, a thirteen-member instrumental ensemble composed of veteran Broadway pit musicians, will kick off their third season with a concert at the DiMenna Center for Classical Music on Sunday, October 30, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. The critically acclaimed group will offer creepy-themed music the night before Halloween, in a program titled ‘Dark Side of the Tune.
Better Healthcare in Central Florida: The Judds’ Love Can Build a Bridge
LADY LAKE, Fla. /eNewsChannels/ — Alliance Healthcare Foundation announces mother and daughter country legends Naomi and Wynonna Judd will make their final scheduled Central Florida stop on their Last Encore Tour, October 15, as headliners of The Grand Oaks Festival featuring The Judds. The event will benefit the Alliance Healthcare Foundation.
Skull Church delivers killer concerts from popular Christian artists and a clear gospel message to the Flathead Valley
KALISPELL, Mont. /eNewsChannels/ — Since its beginnings in summer 2009, Skull Church has delivered killer concerts from popular Christian artists and a clear gospel message to the Flathead Valley. Named for the place of Christ’s crucifixion, Skull Hill, the monthly event is regularly held at the Liberty and Strand Theatres in Kalispell. Fresh Life Church produces Skull Church events.
Museum of Making Music and The Bob Moog Foundation auction synthesizer signed by George Duke and Herbie Hancock
ASHEVILLE, N.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The Bob Moog Foundation and the Museum of Making Music are delighted to announce the joint auction of a Moog Little Phatty Stage II synthesizer signed by jazz fusion legends Herbie Hancock and George Duke. The auction, which benefits both organizations, will be hosted on the Bob Moog Foundation eBay portal from Sept. 8 to Sept. 18, 2011.
Weekly Music Showcase at The Other Door in NoHo hosted by Sheena Metal
HOLLYWOOD, Calif. /eNewsChannels/ — Bands and fans will have an exciting new opportunity for music, merriment and much more as Sheena Metal hosts ‘Carnyville: An Industry Showcase at The Other Door’ every Thursday evening. Located in the NoHo Arts District, the premiere event will take place September 8, 2011.
Pavlina Osta: Teen Radio Host Interviews More Than 100 Celebrities in One Year
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. /eNewsChannels/ — It all started in front of a coffee shop in Daytona Beach, FL. Pavlina Osta, a 10-year old musician, was playing the steel drums and piqued the interest of a local radio show; this quickly led to a show of her own and to the creation of Pavlina Productions.
2011 Communicator Awards: Positive Sounds with Bob Taylor Earns Award of Excellence
WARWICK, N.Y. /eNewsChannels/ — The winners of The 2011 Communicator Awards were recently announced by the International Academy of the Visual Arts. Positive Sounds is a weekly Contemporary Christian Music (CCM) Radio Program hosted by Bob Taylor. It earned an Award of Excellence, the highest honor in the Radio Programs Category.
Joplin native, Kenny Foster, partners with the United Way to raise funds and awareness for the ongoing efforts to rebuild
NASHVILLE, Tenn. /eNewsChannels/ — Nashville based singer-songwriter Kenny Foster, a Joplin, Missouri native, has written a song based on the May 22 tornado that ravaged his hometown one month ago today, destroyed his childhood home and trapped his family in the crawl space of their home before they were rescued.
A new book by Pamela Sherrod offers a frightening glimpse of a Hollywood secret that was nearly buried in the life of Mrs. Sammy Davis, Jr.
SARASOTA, Fla. /eNewsChannels/ — A new book, ‘The Last Chapter in the Life of Mrs. Sammy Davis, Jr.’ (ISBN: 978-0557736133) offers a frightening glimpse of a Hollywood secret that was nearly buried. In her chronicle, author Pamela Sherrod reveals the events leading up to the death of Altovise Davis, and interweaves these startling revelations with intriguing views of numerous celebrities, from Bill Cosby to Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton.
Soundrangers announces the release of its popular online sound effects library on hard drive
SEATTLE, Wash. /eNewsChannels/ — Soundrangers, an award winning game audio studio, announces the release of its popular online sound effects library on hard drive. The Soundrangers Sound Effects Library has been inspired by years of custom sound design for video games and has been used for years by industry leading companies.
Rare Live Rehearsal Tape Featuring Aretha Franklin and the Late Van McCoy offered in Silent Auction
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — OASA Records announced this week its silent auction of a live and rare rehearsal tape, never heard before, featuring Aretha Franklin and the late Van McCoy singing a tune titled, ‘I Was Made for You, You Were Made for Me.’
In Tune Monthly to integrate music content with BETA Records TV
NEW YORK, N.Y. /eNewsChannels/ — BETA Records and In Tune Monthly today announced a collaborative venture that will extend each firm’s reach into a variety of media. ‘BETA Records, being a music, TV, online and music publishing company, is an ideal match with In Tune Partners, a music magazine, book and e-publisher,’ states Chris Honetschlaeger, BETA President.
Summer 2011 Rock Music Camps in 17 Cities Nationwide
ATLANTA, Ga. /eNewsChannels/ — Camp Jam, the nation’s premier provider of rock music camps and educational rock ‘n’ roll music programs, is now accepting discounted early registrations for its Summer 2011 camp series. Students rehearse, record, and perform like rock stars during curriculum-based day camp and overnight camp programs.
The Adam Craig Band announces the video release of their hit song, Nothin’ Wrong
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /eNewsChannels/ — The Adam Craig Band announces the video release of their hit song ‘Nothin’ Wrong.’ The talented four young men who make up the band have evolved since their first time in the spotlight but their trademark harmonies and passion for music are still as strong as ever.
It’s Joe Kerr has created a popular YouTube channel with a music video that is beginning to be widely distributed by military families
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /eNewsChannels/ — Joe Kerr, composer for film and television, is making his way to the plush Utah resort this week for the annual festival. As many people with things to market are on their way to Sundance to hock there goods. Sundance is one of the more popular events in the film festival season.
Country singer Sandra Piller releases 3rd album, ‘Days Like These’
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /eNewsChannels/ — Sandra Piller’s third album, ‘Days Like These’ (Shady Hill Records), is released today, and Sandra met with press, industry and fans in a special performance at The Mint in Hollywood. Making the week even more eventful, Sandra was just named Female Country Music Artist of the Year by New Music Weekly magazine.
Gingrich Foundation has presented its annual gift to the Newt L. and Callista L. Gingrich Scholarship Fund at Luther College
DECORAH, Iowa /eNewsChannels/ — The Gingrich Foundation has presented its annual gift to the Newt L. and Callista L. Gingrich Scholarship Fund at Luther College in Decorah, Iowa. Since 2005, the endowment has provided annual scholarships for instrumental music majors studying piano, organ, and wind instruments.
Performed by 13 year old Haley Mann, a New Christmas Song Brings More Meaning to the Holidays
TAMPA, Fla. /eNewsChannels/ — Just released this week by Good Gets Better Publishing, is a new Christmas song, titled ‘Haley’s Christmas,’ performed by 13 year old Haley Mann. Haley’s Christmas tells the story of a young girl who looks forward to seeing her father on Christmas day who only visits her once a year.
Belize resort supports local Garifuna community by contributing to innovative drumming program
TOLEDO, Belize /eNewsChannels/ — Machaca Hill Rainforest Canopy Lodge, located in southern Belize, is demonstrating its commitment to supporting the community with its involvement in a drumming project for local Garifuna youth. Perched in the verdant hills above the Caribbean coast of southern Belize, Machaca Hill Lodge is a self-contained sanctuary from the everyday world.
Spin for a Cause: DJ Jimmy Stewart Jr. and Sesene Entertainment Join Event to Help San Bruno Glenview Fire Victims
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — DJ Jimmy Stewart Jr. and Sesene Entertainment are joining forces at a free fundraising event to support the victims of the San Bruno, CA fires. The event is scheduled for September 25 from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the San Bruno Recreational Center and San Bruno City Park at 251 City Park Way.
PIT STOP PLAYERS 2010-11 Season Opener: Broadway Musicians Reclaim Center Stage
NEW YORK, N.Y. — The Pit Stop Players, a thirteen-member instrumental ensemble, will play its opening concert of the season on Monday, September 27 at 7 p.m., at New York’s Second Presbyterian Church, 6 W. 96th St. at Central Park West. The eclectic, genre-defying group will perform works by William Bolcom, Anthony Barrese, Dmitri Shostakovich, and Igor Stravinsky.
Fireworks, Adult Toys and Holiday Sights Highlight the Surreal New Video from Jonny Harmonic
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Starting with nudie-cutie footage from the 1950s, the music video to ‘Explosive Chill’ by Jonny Harmonic proceeds to travel the world both literally and figuratively. The wide variety of imagery perfectly suits the eerie and pulsating music on ‘We All Love Bright Shiny Things’ album.
Scott Joss and Doug Colosio Play ‘Classic Country’ on New Album
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Real country by real musicians is the way to describe the new album by Scott Joss and Doug Colosio, ‘A Couple of Strangers,’ released by Golosio Publishing. The 13-track recording showcases many of the duo’s favorite types of music, including Texas Swing, roadhouse roots, and ‘good ole’ cryin’ in yer beer country tunes,’ states John Scott G, managing partner of Golosio.
Hoxeyville Music Festival 2010 hits Northern Michigan August 20-22
WELLSTON, Mich. — This year marks the eighth year of the Hoxeyville Music Festival. And, this week, festival organizers announced the addition of the world famous drumming duo – the Rhythm Devils – featuring Mickey Hart and Bill Kreutzmann, originally of the Grateful Dead.
Musical Cinematics: new EP by Paula Franceschi, ‘Songs for Singles’ features songs that are meant to make you see movies in your mind
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — While most artists want you to think about their music, Paula Franceschi wants you to think about images when playing her new EP, ‘Songs for Singles’ (Valjean Music). ‘The songs are meant to make you see movies in your mind,’ says Franceschi.
Smokescreen by JSG: John Scott G Song Gets Music Video from Golosio Publishing
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Helping songwriters in every way possible, Golosio Publishing creates music videos for artists who have recorded songs from their catalog. The latest is a song by John Scott G called ‘Smokescreen,’ and the video is now on both YouTube and FookMovie under the name ‘Smokescreen by JSG.’
Bad Actor: Electronica Geek John Scott G goes Country with Merle Haggard
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Many music publishing companies feature multiple genres but John Scott G of Golosio Publishing is enjoying something unique: a song he co-wrote is on the new Merle Haggard album at the same time his groove-electronica songs are appearing on the new Jonny Harmonic album. ‘I Am What I Am’ (Vanguard Records) by Merle Haggard debuted at number 18 on the Billboard Country Albums chart with the song ‘Bad Actor.’
U.S. Public Diplomacy Through Music: Kareem Salama Tours the Middle East
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — A key priority for the Obama Administration, as outlined in the President’s Cairo speech of June 4, 2009, is launching “a new beginning” in America’s relationship with the Muslim world. The State Department’s public diplomacy professionals in Washington and at U.S. Embassies around the globe are actively pursuing a variety of [...]
L.A. Talk Radio Personality Danielle Egnew Joins Music Industry Newswire as Contributing Editor
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Online-based recording industry publication adds noted music producer, recording artist, and on-air radio personality Danielle Egnew to its editorial staff. Egnew will contribute expertise on issues related to the business of music, album production, and independent film. Music Industry Newswire(TM) is a publication of Neotrope(R) Entertainment, established in California in 1983.
Composer Songwriter Jack Tempchin to Make U.K. Debut
SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Jack Tempchin, a pioneering co-architect of the Southern California Sound, a classic country-rock movement popularized in the 1970s by The Eagles, will play his Diamond platinum hits live for three nights in the United Kingdom on April 28th, 29th and 30th, 2010, Night River Records announced today.
Bill Grimes and Willis Delony Join Opera Louisiane and All That Jazz at the Manship Theatre
BATON ROUGE, La. — On Thursday, April 8, 2010 at 7:30 p.m., Opera Louisiane welcomes Spring with special guests jazz greats Bill Grimes and Willis Delony, as they join Robert Grayson and members of Opera Louisiane’s Young Artists to present a new twist on both opera and jazz in the intimate setting of the Manship Theatre.
Money First: Jersey rap act teams with Lil’ Wayne’s Young Money producer on aspirational track
NEW YORK, N.Y. — Underground Music Award winning indie band MONEY FIRST announces the release of ‘Lamborghini Lifestyle’ as an online promotional single this weekend to encourage tri-state hip-hop fans and families feeling the current economic pinch. Formed by high school friends Boom Blake, iLL Kayn, Tranzatick, and JP in Trenton, New Jersey, MONEY FIRST won ‘Best Rap Group’ at the 2009 Underground Music Awards.
Gabe Hizer releases comical animated cartoon for first single from his new album
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Gabe Hizer releases comical animated cartoon for first single from his new album. Two years ago, Gabe Hizer packed up his life and moved to Mexico with the intention of going into retirement after a long career in the law. After spending only four months in a small picturesque town, he was caught unawares and emerged with a reignited passion for music, including several new songs.
Conductor Joshua Rosenblum and Broadway Musicians Take Center Stage with Pit Stop Players Inaugural Concert
NEW YORK, N.Y. — The Pit Stop Players, a ten-member instrumental ensemble, will play its inaugural concert on Monday, February 1, 2010 at 7 p.m., at the Leonard Nimoy Thalia at Peter Norton Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway at 95th Street (www.symphonyspace.org/event/6085-the-pit-stop-players). The eclectic, genre-defying group will perform works by William Bolcom, Olivier Messiaen, Dmitri Shostakovich, [...]
Country Music Recording Artist Cledus T. Judd Catches Tiger Woods ‘by the Tail’ in New Parody Song
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The comedic assault on Tiger Woods continues with the Cledus T. Judd release of a parody of the classic country song “Tiger by the Tail,” recorded by Buck Owens in 1965. Judd’s adaptation, “Tiger by the Tail (The Tale of Tiger Woods),” recorded just one week ago, is already spinning on major [...]
Best Irish Band 2009: 50 Groups Enter Cross-Atlantic Irish Battle of the Bands
LAS VEGAS, Nev. — 50 bands from the U.S. and Ireland have taken their battle to YouTube to claim the title of “Best Irish Band 2009.” Organizers of this online battle of the bands competition – Strangford Lough Brewing Company (SLBC) and Diablo’s, of the Light Management Group (LMG) – have been overwhelmed by entries [...]
Dionne Warwick Song ‘Starlight’ Released with All Proceeds Benefitting Starlight Children’s Foundation
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Starlight Children’s Foundation and New Gold Music Ltd. are excited to release the song “Starlight,” sung by the legendary Dionne Warwick, and written by Dean Pitchford, prolific writer of Fame and creator of Footloose, and William Goldstein, whose versatile career includes the original music for NBC’s Fame TV series. Ms. Warwick, [...]
Viral YouTube Sensation: Bryant Oden’s ‘Duck Song’ Waddling into Hearts of Teens
BOULDER, Colo. — What music are teens into these days? Taylor Swift? Sure. Jonas Brothers? You bet. Beyonce? Absolutely. A simple children’s song about a duck asking for grapes at a lemonade stand? Yup. As unlikely as it sounds, “The Duck Song,” the lead song on Bryant Oden’s debut CD “Songdrops: 30 Songs for Kids” [...]
Pitch Control TV is honoring H-Town’s Fallen HipHop Soldiers in Vol. 3 of its Mixtape DVD Series
HOUSTON, Texas — DJ Screw, HAWK, Big Moe, and Pimp C’s influence on the sound and culture of Houston, TX is immeasurable. Aside from Rap-A-Lot Records, the Screwed Up Click and Underground Kingz are entirely responsible for crafting Texas’ distinct musical identity. Pitch Control TV is honoring H-Town’s Fallen Soldiers in Volume 3 of its [...]
Chrysalis Vineyards announces 9th Annual Norton Wine and Bluegrass Festival in October
MIDDLEBURG, Va. — Visit Chrysalis Vineyards (Middleburg, Virginia) in the midst of harvest and experience their hottest festival of the year. Enjoy bluegrass pickings throughout the weekend with Jackass Flats (former Virginia State Bluegrass Champs), Hickory Ridge, and Lisa Kay Howard; meet artisans, craft and food vendors; take a hay ride vineyard tour; and enjoy [...]
Pitch Control TV Mixtape DVD series traveled to the East Coast to be recognized as a part of Country Rap Tunes
HOUSTON, Texas — From the 3rd Coast to the East Coast and now nestled back home in the South, Pitch Control TV Mixtape DVD series traveled to the East Coast to be recognized as a part of Country Rap Tunes: The 3rd Coast/Dirty South Film Festival held in Harlem, premiering PCTV’s Mixtape DVD Volume III, [...]
‘The Trial of George W Bush’ Debuts – Musical Satire for any MP3 Player or iPhone
WASHINGTON, D.C. — At last! The trial we’ve all been waiting for. “The Trial of George W Bush” is a wicked satire with music, produced, directed and written by composer/humorist Roger Rudenstein. An award-winning composer, Rudenstein announced that he created the Bush satire specifically to be downloaded to MP3 player or mobile phone. “The Trial” [...]
Brain Grenade announces ‘D a’ Thompson CD ‘Disclaimer’ and Seattle Release Party on 8.18.09
SEATTLE, Wash. — Brain Grenade Entertainment (BGE) proudly announces the release date and CD Release Party for D.a. Thompson’s new extended play album titled “Disclaimer” on Tuesday, August 18th, 2009 at Galerias in Seattle, Washington. The first single off of D.a. Thompson’s EP is entitled, “Just you and me.” The new CD, “Disclaimer” is a [...]
Houston Hip-Hop in Focus with Pitch Control Mixtape Volume 3
HOUSTON, Texas — Houston has always been a hotbed of left-field musical talent, says Pitch Control TV (www.pitchcontroltv.com). They have always done things their own way down south, and for that they should be applauded. But what was once the home of alternative country pioneers is now the center of one of the most vibrant [...]
Ben Deily’s Varsity Drag Joins Evan Dando’s Lemonheads for New York Show
NEW YORK, N.Y. — Nearly 20 years after leaving cult band The Lemonheads to return to college and “try to become a grown up,” co-founder and certified grown up Ben Deily has come full circle: his new band Varsity Drag makes their New York City debut this Thursday at the Bowery Ballroom, sharing the bill [...]
Electronica Music CD Helps the Environment – Trance Fury releases Mother Earth and Father Time
RALEIGH, N.C. — In an effort to raise environmental awareness, Trance Fury, a TFR Records artist, recently released, “Mother Earth and Father Time.” The CD has gained national attention and the Weather Channel is currently featuring the track, “Carolina Shore,” on its “Local on the 8s” from 1 a.m. to 5 a.m. In addition, dozens [...]
ALS awareness month: Musician ‘Ace Noface’ composes music CD with one finger
EAST LANSING, Mich. — Ace Noface, a 38 year old man with Lou Gehrig’s disease, today announces the release of a piano rock CD, “Toxic Charm.” His goal is to leave a musical legacy behind, and raise awareness of ALS. May is ALS awareness month. Words like “inspiring” get used so casually that their meaning [...]
Song Collaboration has Unique Twist at Golosio Publishing, Inspires Album with Two Versions of Every Song
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Golosio Music Publishing is just a few months old but it has discovered a new way to expand its catalog of songs. The rhythm tracks for a new groove song were created in the Los Angeles studio of John Scott G and then sent to Golosio songwriters, Doug Colosio in Redding, [...]
Leon Ware – The Sensual Minister – Celebrates Motown’s 50th Anniversary with Special Encore Concert at Hollywood Jazz Club
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — For a man who will be 70 next year, singer/songwriter extraordinaire Leon Ware is working up a storm! Still promoting his acclaimed Stax Records debut, Moon Ride, featuring the divine new single “Hold Tonight,” Ware is also taking a moment to reflect long and deep on his hallowed history with legendary [...]
Critical Sun Recordings and Darrius Willrich Host Seattle Launch Party for New Album ‘Can’t Get Enough’
SEATTLE, Wash. — Darrius Willrich and Critical Sun Recordings bring you the CD Release – and the release party – for Darrius’ new album “Can’t Get Enough,” on the Main Stage at the Triple Door in Seattle Washington on April 29th, 2009. Twenty five percent of all profits from the album go to PATH, “an [...]
John Denver: Pop Icon’s Music Has Come-Back to the Symphony in a Most Unusual Way
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The music of the late John Denver is like an old friend, outlasting trends and standing the test of time, but that’s not the case with the original John Denver orchestrations, says Jim Curry Music. More than a decade has passed since the music of American composer John Denver has graced [...]
Audiolife Sponsors the PureVolume House During Indie Music’s Biggest Event
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Audiolife, an Artist Services platform designed for indie artists to sell music online and on-demand to fans, has announced that it will officially sponsor The PureVolume.com House in Austin, Texas. The sponsorship will provide Audiolife with the opportunity to offer its groundbreaking web-platform to PureVolume’s extensive list of indie artists surrounding [...]
Southern California Band Reckon Memoir Launches New Pop-Rock EP
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Reckon Memoir, a pop-rock band originally from Orange County, Calif., established in the year 2007, announced today the release of their first self entitled EP which features four songs from their repertoire. This four song preview to their upcoming album includes songs Domino Effect, Just Leave, Shattered, and Blindfolded; songs that [...]
Gospel Singer Rosalina Vega Featured in Concert to Raise Funds to Fight Chronic Disease in Hawaii
HONOLULU, Hawaii — A concert to benefit health education and disease prevention in Hawaii will be held at 6 p.m. on Saturday, February 28 at the Honolulu Central Seventh-day Adventist church by Rosalina Vega, a gospel artist that promoters are calling the “New Sound in Christian Music.” The concert, sponsored by Walk of Faith Productions, [...]
Karriem Riggins Plays with Herbie Hancock on Sundance Channel’s Spectacle
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Luminary drummer and hip-hop producer Karriem Riggins will be in good company, performing with Herbie Hancock, Elton John, and Diana Krall on Sundance’s new series “Spectacle: Elvis Costello With….” Riggins was called upon to play drums on two of the season’s episodes, first with Herbie Hancock (airing February 4th 9:00 p.m. [...]
Classical Guitar Wonder Stuart Weber Tours 11 Great American Concert Houses
BOZEMAN, Mont. — Over the last two decades, classical guitarist Stuart Weber has emerged as one of today’s most forward thinking virtuosos in both his interpretations of the classics and his richly melodic original compositions. With his latest offering, “The Fifth Row” (Bridger Artists Inc.), he takes that ingenuity of spirit to a whole new [...]
Joe Sample and Randy Crawford Celebrate 33 Years of Music Making with New Jazz CD
NEW YORK, N.Y. — New contemporary jazz CD, “NO REGRETS,” hits stores March 24. Certain exceptional musical matches are unquestionably made in Heaven. The day that ubiquitous keyboard journeyman, and PRA Records recording artist, Joe Sample arrived at the studio to lend his distinctive piano touch to singer extraordinaire Randy Crawford’s debut album “Everything Must [...]
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Local South Bay Schools to Receive $2 million in Calif. School Construction Grants
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Assemblyman Mike Gatto’s Bill to Protect Small Businesses Unanimously Passes California Assembly
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