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Room 2 Productions and Random Music Release, "VS. Tour - The Mixtape"
In January 2012, Capcom-Licensed rapper and teacher Random, aka Mega Ran, with the help of Florida's own Willie Evans, Jr and managers Ms. L. Jay & Philly, aka Philly2As, (both formally of Boss Lady Management) announced “The VS. (Versus) Tour;” the first interactive tour combining musical performances with video gaming tournaments. Random’s manager and Hip-Hop enthusiast; Philly, with the help of his partners-in-crime (DJ Pot and DJ Destrucshawn), released “VS. Tour-The Mixtape.” - July 18, 2012 - Random Beats
Random aka Mega Ran and Random Music Announces the "Summer Sessions Tour"
Random (a): Unpredictable, Following no particular pattern, deterministic...a system whose evolution cannot be predicted exactly. Random aka Mega Ran, The Writer’s Guild, Philly, Room 2 Productions personifies what Hip-Hop should be: Spontaneous, fun, and true. Every album conveys a different theme, a different vibe and a different emotion. Welcome to The Random Experience, where You Are the Music. - July 18, 2012 - Random Beats
Hickory Music Factory Presents Live Music @ Hampton Heights - August 2
A Live Rock & Country Music Show will be presented by Hickory Music Factory at Hampton Heights Golf Course in Hickory starting at 7:00 PM on Thursday August 2. Admission is Free. The show features dynamic local acts Acme Delco and Kendra Hope. This is an All Ages show. - July 17, 2012 - Hickory Music Factory
Jimmie Van Zant's "Feels Like Freedom" Newest Addition to Great American Country (GAC)
While gaining a growing audience on CMT.com and YouTube, GAC.com (Great American Country Television) will add Jimmie Van Zant’s music video for “Feels like Freedom” to their heavily trafficked website to be featured along side other emerging artists such as Bucky Covington and... - July 17, 2012 - Jimmie Van Zant
Total Composure Releases Definitive Bell Lyre. New Sample Library for Kontakt.
Introducing Total Composure's latest virtual instrument. A highly detailed bell lyre (small glockenspiel) sample library for Native Instrument's Kontakt sampler. - July 17, 2012 - Total Composure
New Website Launched to Help Songwriters Write Better Songs
The Learn How to Write Songs web site was created to help songwriters learn how to write better song by providing useful resources to teach songwriter's the skills further their songwriter's career. - July 16, 2012 - LH2WS
A School Project Enables a Breakthrough Into the Music Industry
The Newcomer André Zommerfelds is thrilled to announce the release of his first EP “Feel The Music.” A school project helped him to achieve his dream. The goal of the project is to find out if he, as a newcomer to the business, can efficiently market and sell his music. Since... - July 16, 2012 - André Zommerfelds
Jared Blake to Perform Concert at Boathouse Waterway and Grill
NBC’s The Voice star and country music artist Jared Blake is scheduled to perform at Boathouse Waterway and Grill in Myrtle Beach on July 20, 2012. - July 15, 2012 - Jared Blake Music
Well-Known and Loved Music and Stories Recorded Live at Firehouse
Three free performances by local violinist and storyteller Swil Kanim - July 15, 2012 - HonorWorks
Sonorous Entertainment Recording Artist Hoszia Hinds Nominated for Best Reggae Song by En Sound Music Awards
Sonorous Entertainment Inc. – Caribbean international recording artist Hoszia Hinds has been nominated in the category of Best Reggae Song for “Can’t Live Without You” by En Sound Music Awards. The song “Can’t Live Without You” is off his most recent... - July 15, 2012 - Sonorous Entertainment Inc.
Beyond Atlantic Debuts with "A Journey to You"
Melodic rock band, Beyond Atlantic today announced that they have released their first album "A Journey to You." - July 15, 2012 - WPS Music
Nashville’s Artist to the Stars, Corey Frizzell, Receives Award Nomination Nod from the Artists Music Guild 2012 Heritage Awards
Nashville’s Artist to the Stars, Corey Frizzell, received a top ten award nomination from the prestigious Artists Music Guild in the Freelance Visual Artist category. The award winners will be announced during the Artist Music Guild’s 2012 AMG Heritage Awards ceremony November 10th at... - July 13, 2012 - Visual Artist Corey Frizzell
Patronage to Host NYC Charity Event
EDM Fashion Brand to Host Charity Event in NYC for Popular Music Foundation - July 12, 2012 - Patronage
Dguap Releases Album "All In" Through Island Def-Jam Digital Distribution
Hip Hop music artist releases first commercial single through Major label distribution system and encourages others to do so as well. - July 12, 2012 - Calhoun Block Music
Moderno Trio's Psychedelic Rock Opera "He Loved the Soft Porn of the City" Salutes the Life & Death of Eccentric Genius "Skovgaard" at Capital Fringe Music Festival 2012
Moderno Trio salutes foremost Danish Composer, Skovgaard, in the Fringe Festival classical punk rock opera, "He Loved The Soft Porn Of The City" in Washington, DC July, 2012 and New York City August, 2012. - July 11, 2012 - Moderno Trio
Children & Adults Can Train in a Choir in Hawaii Affiliated with the Royal College of Church Music
Auditions for the Hawai'i Sacred Choir, the only choir in Hawai'i affiliated with the prestigious Royal School of Church Music, are being held this summer. Training in the RSCM tradition, instruction includes curricula and a reward system with medals and ribbons. Every section has trained leader. - July 10, 2012 - Hawaii Sacred Choir
SCMC Music Conference & Center Stage Comes Back to the Nation Capital - Washington DC
Songwriters Composer (SCMC) Music Conference and Center Stage presents a sampling of songwriters & producers workshops, panels, concert and more. SCMC takes place at the 4H Conference Center Saturday, Aug.25th. - July 10, 2012 - SCMC Music Conference
Record Company Required to Distribute "Stop All the Clocks Song" by Nemo Shaw
"Songs of Grief and Loss" is looking for a one song distribution deal for "Stop All the Clocks Song." - July 10, 2012 - Songs of Grief and Loss
The Bucketstomp™ Production Network Releases the First Solo LP of Jeff Adams - For Real as Well as Podcasts
The Bucketstomp™ Production Network releases the first solo LP of Jeff Adams - For Real, "Redefining The Parameters" as well as the podcasts Jeff Adams - For Real ®, The Adams Family Podcast™, and announces the upcoming "Perspicacity Podcast™" - July 09, 2012 - Bucketstomp Productions
Provocative Ukrainian Dance Artist Signs with Swedish House Label
Los Angeles-based, Ukrainian Stereolizza lead by provocative, ex Playboy Magazine cover girl Lizza release their new EP on Swedish House label Clubstream Pink. Free mobile app giveaway and mp3 download offered by the record label! - July 08, 2012 - Substream Music Group
YesStyle Sponsors Korean-American Singer Clara C’s Latest Music Video "Fish"
Leading online fashion retailer YesStyle teams with Korean-American singer and YouTube sensation Clara C for the third time as the official sponsor of the music video for her newest single “Fish.” The song showcases a more mature sound from Clara and talks about the search for true... - July 07, 2012 - YesStyle
Bang Tango Want Fans to be Part of Upcoming Documentary
Bang Tango, along with videographer Drew Fortier, are working on a documentary of the band for release later this year and want fans to get invloved. - July 07, 2012 - Bang Tango Management
Bang Tango Documentary Tentatively Slated for Late 2012 Release
Veteran Hard Rockers, and Nationally Touring Act, Bang Tango, along with videographer Drew Fortier, are working on a documentary of the band for release later this year. The documentary will contain interviews with current and original Bang Tango members as well as most of the in-betweeners who... - July 07, 2012 - Bang Tango Management
"Hero" by Don Preach "Benefiting Our Military" Support Our Troops
Great News For Our Veterans Past and Present To Support Our Troops! - July 07, 2012 - Download Our Troops
Electronica-Infused Metallers Engel to Release Third Album via FrostByte Media: Blood of Saints Due Out September 25th in North America
Band founded by In Flames Guitarist Niclas Engelin Swedish quintet Engel is set to release their third album via new North American label home, FrostByte Media. Produced by Tue Madsen (The Haunted, Hatesphere, Dark Tranquility), Blood Of Saints will hit streets on September 25th in North America. - July 07, 2012 - Frostbyte Media Inc.
Leading Consumer Reviews and Virtual Mall Website MyReviewsNow.net Welcomes GTR Store
MyReviewsNow.net’s Latest Affiliate Partner GTR Store Offers the Internet’s Hottest Guitars and Accessories, Backed by Both a Price Match and Money Back Guarantee. Visitors to MyReviewsNow.net Can Also Check Out Consumer Reviews to Help Them Shop Wisely. - July 06, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
The Album "Unexpected," or "Inattendu" of "Kharysma Aka Arafat-Nzaba" Rapper Artist in Stores This August 21, 2012
It's official, the date has been announced. The album, entitled 'Unexpected' or ‘Inattendu’ in French; will be released August 21st, 2012 in stores online and in stores. Listeners have the opportunity to recall the long way already traveled by listening to only a few tracks of this... - July 05, 2012 - Groupe Business Thérapie
Melissa Bel to Perform Distance at the Honey Jam Showcase
FrostByte Media’s singer/songwriter Melissa Bel has been selected as one of the featured artists at the Honey Jam Showcase on Thursday, August 16, 2012 at The Mod Club in Toronto, Ontario. In June, Melissa auditioned with hundreds of other female performers with her song,... - July 05, 2012 - Frostbyte Media Inc.
Piano-Yoga® Now Offering Piano + Holistic Therapy Sessions
Piano-Yoga’s new ‘Piano + Holistic Therapy’ sessions are designed to aid the development of the student in a truly holistic way. - July 05, 2012 - Piano-Yoga®
Up and Coming Contemporary Christian Singer/Songwriter David Crotty and Iesus Productions Announced Release of His 5th Album in the Last 6 Months, Just Getting Started
Up and coming Contemporary Christian Singer/Songwriter David Crotty and Iesus Productions announced release of his 5th album in the last 6 months, Just Getting Started. In a whirlwind period of time this artist has produced a number of albums, the first of which was titled A Living Love. - July 05, 2012 - David Crotty
Professional Guitarist Reveals Secrets to Effective Guitar Teaching
Tom Hess releases a guitar teaching eCourse that shows guitar teachers how to become highly effective at teaching guitar to their students. - July 04, 2012 - Tom Hess Music Corporation
Singers: Enter Now to Win a $5,000.00 Recording Package
HRX Records holds Vocal Contest Singer with Highest Range will receive a free recording package worth over $5,000.00. - July 03, 2012 - Hrx Records
Breakthrough Country Band Gloriana Will Shine in the Spotlights of Peachtree Point Amphitheater at Lake Lanier Islands Resort®
Hosted by Banks & Shane, The Georgia’s Island Stage Concert Series Kicks off on July 7 with Opening Act Tyler Hilton and Headliner Gloriana. - July 02, 2012 - Lanier Islands Resort
LadyBroadway Martina Sykes Lends Vocals to Middle Church Music
Martina Sykes joins Broadway veteran Titus Burgess and Middle Church Music album recording with first single “We Are The Ones” releasing July 1, 2012. - July 01, 2012 - Lady Broadway
Beatminerz Radio’s DJ Esquire Named 2012 DMC U.S. Supremacy Champion
DJ Esquire Wins 2012 DMC Battle for U.S. Supremacy and Chance to Battle for World Championship in London. - July 01, 2012 - Beatminerz Radio
The Alameda County Fair’s Specials Are Highlighted by California Homepro’s Outstanding Commercial Exhibition
The 2012 Alameda County Fair in Pleasanton, California which runs from now until July 8th, 2012, is highlighted by the Greater San Francisco Bay Area’s Leading Home Improvement Company- California Homepro- who was awarded the Outstanding Commercial Exhibition in 2009, 2010, and again this year. - June 30, 2012 - California Homepro
Networking Mixer
Independent Music LA amps up Industry Mixer; Viper Room to host Insider Event for the Recording Industry - June 29, 2012 - Angel City Ent
New Vocal Instructor Joins Bill Wright's Guitar Studio
Bill Wright's Guitar Studio Inc. is proud to announce the addition of Mr. Tallen Olsen to its line-up of instructors. - June 29, 2012 - Bill Wright School Of Music
A Great Summer Single from the Newest Hip Hop Artist
Newly signed Sony/Red artist, Jay Matthews new single “Beautiful Morning” - June 28, 2012 - Global Entertainment Services
MTS First to Launch The KARAOKE Channel Mediaroom App
The KARAOKE Channel content app now available on MTS Ultimate TV. - June 28, 2012 - Stingray Digital Group
The Dune Dogs to Play Oak City 7 Concert Series in Downtown Raleigh June 28
Local Country-Fried Swamp ‘n’ Roll Band Will Join Bands Dark Water Rising and I Was Totally Destroying It on the City Plaza Main Stage. - June 28, 2012 - ATCOM Business Telecom Solutions
Dw Dunphy Records Cover Version of Sundown
Song appears exclusively on pop culture website Popdose.com. - June 27, 2012 - Introverse Music Ltd.
Niva the Soul Diva Goes Rock with a Tune Produced by New Black Music Productions
Niva turns up the Rock Heat in a bid to shake up the industry and excite new fans. - June 27, 2012 - New Black Music.net
The Web’s First Dramatic Hip Hop Series, "Pale Blue Light" Pairs with Hip Hop Legend Big Daddy Kane to Take on New York City
Duran Films Presents “Pale Blue Light", a Ground-Breaking Web Series About a Struggling Hip Hop Music Label and the Family Holding It Together. Can Anything Save Hip Hop? - June 27, 2012 - Duran Films
The Red Hot Horn Dawgs (and Friends) Use Music to Fight Brain Cancer
Three bands and national trumpet icon Mark "The Loveman" Pender are performing in Middleton July 22 to raise money for brain cancer research. - June 26, 2012 - The Red Hot Horn Dawgs
Vine And Branches Lounge Latest Brooklyn Artists Venue
Aspiring Brooklyn Artists and Performing Artist Have a New Supportive Venue to Connect, Network and Perform. - June 26, 2012 - Hire It Out Services
Master Jazz Pianist Eyran Katsenelenbogen to Perform a Solo Concert in the Town of Katzenelnbogen, Germany, Where His Great Ancestor Was Born Five Centuries Ago
On Saturday, July 28, 2012, as part of the town of Katzenelnbogen’s 700th anniversary celebration, Eyran Katsenelenbogen, an internationally acclaimed master jazz pianist, will perform a concert honoring this town and his great ancestor Rabbi Meir ben Isaac Katzenellenbogen who was born there... - June 23, 2012 - Eyran Records
Minnesota Sinfonia to Perform Annual Youth Outreach Concert
This year’s concert will feature Sarah Grimes, Senior Division Winner of the 2012 Young Artist Competition and the Claire Givens Violins Cash Prize, performing Dvorak’s “Concerto in a minor,” plus 25 local student musicians performing a joint concert with the musicians of... - June 23, 2012 - Friends of the Minnesota Sinfonia
Recording Artist Alicastro to Represent Colombia in Russia
Alicastro will represent his native Colombia in the acclaimed “White Nights Music Festival” in St. Petersburg, Russia on July 6th, 7th and 8th, in a time of year where the sun never sleeps and dusk never sets in. - June 23, 2012 - Naked Monkey Entertainment
Media Darlin’ Melissa Bel’s Busy Month Taking Over the Radio Waves
FrostByte Media’s Canadian singer/songwriter takes to the road with new CD, Distance. - June 22, 2012 - Frostbyte Media Inc.