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Another Challenge Met, VanMarter Project Breaks Top 40
VanMarter Project’s single "Guaranteed Tomorrow" breaks into the Top 40 as it hits #38 in its fifth week on the ACQB chart. - April 01, 2012 - Hydrus Media
Chi-Ill Appears on New Thisis50.com Mixtape "Blog This"
Chi-Ill continues to deliver heat for his fans with the new single "Keep Movin" that appears on thisis50.com's new release "Blog This." The hard hitting beat produced by Torture Chamber team member 3-60 Tha Mack most definitely enhances Chi-Ill's powerful lyrics. "Keep... - March 30, 2012 - Torture Chamber Inc.
YesStyle and YesAsia Serve as Gold Sponsors of DUO Eason Chan 2012 London Concert
Leading online retailers YesStyle and YesAsia proudly serve as Gold Sponsors of Hong Kong superstar Eason Chan's DUO 2012 London Concert, one of the biggest ever events for Chinese pop music in Europe. The London leg of the DUO 2012 Tour will be held at The O2 Arena on April 23, making Chan the... - March 29, 2012 - YesStyle
The All-American Preschool Hit Monkey Monkey Music is Now Airing on the American Forces Network
Monkey Monkey Music now airing on over 100 PBS member stations is proudly airing on The American Forces Network. A seven year old child who stars in the videos has a father who, ironically, was on civil deployment in Iraq when the videos were made. The American Forces Network considers Monkey Monkey Music a key element in quality programming for young children. - March 28, 2012 - Monkey Monkey Music
83 Launches: 83 | La Femme Powered by Buy Me A Drink App
Singapore’s Girls Night Out scene has just been redefined by a different type of party series Launching April 3rd at 83 Club Street. - March 28, 2012 - WAAVE Holdings Pte Ltd
Unit Audio Announces Their New Flagship, the Unit 16 X 2 Passive Summing Mixer
Unit Audio is pleased to announce it’s flagship Unit 16 x 2 passive summing mixer. The Unit joins the popular Milli-Unit and the Micro-Unit PSMs to give recording professionals and enthusiasts even more configurations to choose from. Like all Unit Audio PSMs, it is completely hand assembled, tested, and wired point to point in Nashville, TN using only the highest quality components. - March 28, 2012 - Unit Audio
FrostByte Media Inc. Sets Release Date for Pop/Urban/Dance Artist Ricky J’s New Album, Paint the Town
FrostByte Media Inc., a record label passionate about its artists and committed to delivering diverse and quality music on a global stage, proudly introduces the new album release of pop/urban/dance artist Ricky J. The 11 track record, Paint the Town, will hit the streets on April 17, 2012 and... - March 28, 2012 - Frostbyte Media Inc.
The Trayvon Martin Tragedy Goes International as African Star KukuAFRICANSTAR Prepares to Release a Song in His Honor
“Trayvon Martin (Where is the Justice?)” to be released on April 4, 2012 and will be made available as a free digital download in tribute to the slain teen. - March 28, 2012 - ToshiCapital Rekordz
NLAPW Branch Out, Celebrate the Sound of Music
Combing symbols of the Centennial Cherry Blossom Festival with sounds of music, National League of American Pen Women (NLAPW) host array of festival celebration musical events. - March 27, 2012 - National League of American Pen Women
Skype Piano Lessons Now Available Online from the Piano-Yoga® School
Piano-Yoga® School offers new Online Piano Skype Lessons with Russian pianist GéNIA. - March 27, 2012 - Piano-Yoga®
Indie Rock Band Mouse Kills Tiger Covers a Tears for Fears Classic
Indie Rock band Mouse Kills Tiger offers a free download of the classic "Everybody Wants To Rule The World." - March 26, 2012 - Mechanism Creative Corp
Hip-Hop Artist Frank Mizzy Hits the Stage in Philly to Support the Knarley Party Tour with Da Boy Bake, Gav Deor and Shake & Problem
Hip Hop Artist Frank Mizzy was the driving force in the group Diverse Elegance that was nominated as Group of The Year at both the Underground Music Awards and the Indie Elite Music Awards. Mizzy is now going after his dream - a solo career. - March 25, 2012 - Capital Grind Entertainment LLC
The Hollywood Rx Records to Sign HRX Vixens to Album Deals
Dez Cleo Ave Rose & Hayley Dees Sign on with The Hollywood Rx Records, Dates TBA - March 25, 2012 - Hrx Records
Cabot Barden, Author of It's The Bass Player, Will be Holding a Book Signing at Barnes and Noble in Hendersonville, TN from 12 to 2 PM on Saturday, April 7, 2012
Cabot Barden, author of It's The Bass Player and Mixed Blessings, will be holding a book signing at the Barnes and Noble book store on April 7, 2012 from 12 noon to 2 pm. Barden's first book, It's The Bass Player is being read as far away as South Africa, England, and Australia. His second book,... - March 24, 2012 - Cabot Barden-Author
Skyy High Releases Her New Album "Divinely Protected"
Conscious Mind Records, Inc. announces the release of Skyy High’s new album “Divinely Protected” - March 24, 2012 - Conscious Mind Records Inc.
GoVision to Help Crowd "See the People Sing" at AAC
Broadway-style concert at American Airlines Center will feature giant LED screen. - March 24, 2012 - GoVision L.P.
Continuing to Climb, Rock Band VanMarter Project Reaches #51
Northwest rock band VanMarter Project’s single "Guaranteed Tomorrow" moves from #57 to #51 in its fourth week and is #3 Most Added Song on the FMQB chart again. - March 24, 2012 - Hydrus Media
Hamper Company Shows Support for Engelbert Humperdinck
Inspired by Engelbert Humperdinck’s recent release of his song for Eurovision, Virginia Hayward Ltd, the Dorset based supplier of personalised hampers and gifts, has launched a competition on their Facebook page to show support for the legendary singer in the upcoming Eurovision song contest. - March 24, 2012 - Virginia Hayward Ltd
Music Gems from the Vaults of SRI
SRI digs deep into its vault and releases lost recordings by Jerry Garcia, Tina Turner, Hank Williams, Sammy Davis Jr, the Jefferson Airplane and more. - March 24, 2012 - SRI Label Group
Larry Graham and Graham Central Station Kicks Off Their 2012 Tour in Italy
Larry Graham and GCS kick off their 2012 tour in Milano Italy March 23rd and 24th. - March 23, 2012 - LarryGraham.com
Rare Elvis Presley Acetate Recordings from His Hollywood Movies Have Been Discovered by The Rare Collections
Rare Elvis Presley Acetate Recordings from his Hollywood movies have been discovered by The Rare Collections. The collection features movie studio recordings of songs from the Elvis Presley movies; Follow That Dream (1962), Kid Galahad (1962), Flaming Star (1960) and Love Me Tender (1956). The... - March 22, 2012 - The Rare Collections
Frostbyte Media’s Bowfire, Performing in Orlando, Florida March 22nd and in Montgomery, Alabama March 24th
FrostByte Media Inc.-- the amazing violin/fiddle ensemble, Bowfire, made up of the leading names in each genre of modern string playing has a Thursday March 22nd date performing at the Bob Carr Performing Arts Center in Orlando. The high quality music experience and a fast paced theatrically staged... - March 22, 2012 - Frostbyte Media Inc.
Rakim, Louie Vega and Steve Lewis Headline the First Annual Nightlife Culture Expo
The Nightlife Cultural Initiative (NCI) announced today the line up for the Nightlife Cultural Expo scheduled for April 4th-7th 2012. Iconic names including Rakim, Little Louie Vega, Kevin Hedge, and Rob Swift will be performing at historic venues like Stonewall and exclusive clubs like Double Seven to help elevate nightlife culture. - March 21, 2012 - Nightlife Cultural Initiative
Presque Isle Downs & Casino to Host St Jude Country Music Radio-Thon
Presque Isle Downs & Casino and Country 98 WXTA will host a Country Music Radio-thon Thursday, March 22nd and Friday, March 23rd in benefit of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. "The money raised from the Country Music Marathon will have a tremendous impact on the lives of... - March 21, 2012 - MTR
FrostByte Media Inc. Recording Artists, Harm Set April Release Date for New Full Length CD “The Nine”
FrostByte Media Inc. - Heavy Metal recording artists, Harm new CD titled, “The Nine” is set for release April 3, 2012. Southern Ontario’s heavy groove kings, HARM’s live performances have everyone churned back through the venue doors hooked and ready for more. Their musical... - March 21, 2012 - Frostbyte Media Inc.
Online Resource Helps Guitar Players Create Professional Quality Guitar Solos
New resource is available to help guitar players learn and master guitar soloing. - March 21, 2012 - Tom Hess Music Corporation
"Nevermore" with a Score: Pipe Organ and Edgar Allan Poe’s "The Raven"
Halloween Carols composer/organist/singer Kristen Lawrence sets Poe’s “The Raven” to music. - March 20, 2012 - Kristen Lawrence
Rasha Entertainment Launches Mobile App for Website
Rasha Entertainment has announced the launch of its mobile app, which is available to users for free. RashaEntertainment.com provides “provocative content assembled from a hip-hop journalist point of view.” “Our unique partnership with BlackVibes.com enables RashaEntertainment to transform the website's content into a mobile friendly version for Android and Blackberry users,” states CEO Rahiem Shabazz. “In the 2nd phase of our roll out, we will launch an app for iPhone users,” he adds. - March 19, 2012 - Rasha Entertainment
Rocking to Raise Money for Music Education
Charted rock band VanMarter Project performs fundraiser concert for Caldwell High School Music Department April 6, 2012. - March 18, 2012 - Hydrus Media
FrostByte Media’s Pop/Urban/Dance Artist Ricky J’s Single “One Drop” Now Available on iTunes
FrostByte Media Inc. confirmed today that Pop/Urban/Dance artist Ricky J’s new single, “One Drop,” is now available on iTunes. There is also a bilingual remix for the Quebecois and French audiences, which features Randy Raymond. The single features Karl Wolf, the artist he... - March 18, 2012 - Frostbyte Media Inc.
The Rare Collections Uncovers a Letter Written by Jim Morrison of The Doors During the Recording of LA Woman
The Rare Collections recently uncovered a letter from Jim Morrison written to Dave Marsh of Creem Magazine in a private collection of memorabilia in Los Angeles, California. In the letter Morrison writes about his time in LA, making films and making music with The Doors. It stops without close or... - March 18, 2012 - The Rare Collections
French Dark-Wave, New Age Band Deleyaman Live in Concert: the "Change Things" Tour
Deleyaman creates music with spine tingling moments frequently lifting the music to emotional heights. Led by the American musician and front man, Aret Madillian, Deleyaman will be in Los Angeles to give a series of intimate concerts from April 20 - May 11, 2012 after having recorded and toured Europe. The band will introduce their music and upcoming album to an LA audience who's never before seen them live on stage. - March 17, 2012 - Santa Monica Playhouse
FrostByte Media Inc. Confirms April 24, 2012 Release of Saukrates New Album, Season One
The highly anticipated release of Saukrates’ new album, Season One, is due out on April 24, 2012. The album includes musical collaborations with the artistic likes of Redman, K-OS, Tasha the Amazon (Candy Coated Killas) and Richie Hennessey. Saukrates kicked off his career in 1994 with his... - March 17, 2012 - Frostbyte Media Inc.
Northern Idaho Retreat Records Rising Hit
Northwest rock band VanMarter Project’s single "Guaranteed Tomorrow" moves from #75 to #57 in its third week and is #3 Most Added Song on the FMQB chart. - March 16, 2012 - Hydrus Media
FrostByte Media’s Bowfire, Continues U.S. Tour with March 17th Appearance in Naples, Florida
Amazing violin/fiddle ensemble ignites four states in month of March. - March 16, 2012 - Frostbyte Media Inc.
The Princess Revolution is Coming: Moey's Music Party Releases Third CD During National Princess Week
"Princess Revolution!" is a rocking celebration of Girl-Power, Princess Power, & "sparkle-tacular" girls by multiple award-winning, #1 NYC Mommy Rocker, Moey. Kick off your glass slipper and join the Princess Revolution. 15 track CD debuts 4/24/12. The title single is available now as a free download on CDBaby.com. Review copies of the CD available upon request. - March 15, 2012 - Moey's Music Party
Hip Hop Icon, Saukrates Single, "Say I" Selected as Steam Whistle’s February Canadian Song of the Month
Frostbyte Media Inc.—Canadian Hip Hop/R&B icon, Saukrates achieved another accolade last month from Steam Whistle’s sponsored feature/segment on FLOW 93.5. Saukrates’ single, “Say I” which he wrote and performed for the North American Nike campaign entitled... - March 15, 2012 - Frostbyte Media Inc.
Ibo Prince and Rising Star from Nigeria Wins Over the American Audience
The Oklahoma dance group Dynasty is set to perform to the music of Nigeria's KukuAFRICANSTAR. - March 15, 2012 - ToshiCapital Rekordz
Jon Quick Select Presents "Beauty and the Beat Vol 3: Heroines of Excellence Awards"
NYC legendary Club DJ Jon Quick presents his 3rd annual National Women's month fundraising event, "Beauty and the Beat: Heroines of Excellence Awards" at Embassy NYC, taking place on Friday March 30th at 6pm. Tickets on sale now at www.beautyandthebeat2012.com. All proceeds going to The Hip Hop Loves Foundation. - March 14, 2012 - Jon Quick Select
Stevie Nicks Tribute, White Winged Dove's Epic Tour Comes to Stone Mountain, GA
March 24th showcases the Stevie Nicks tribute, White Winged Dove, at Will Henry's Tavern, in Stone Mountain, GA. - March 13, 2012 - Barbara Joy & White Winged Dove
San Carlos Chickens' Ball Still Running Strong at 73
The longest running PTA fundraiser is still going strong. “The Chickens Ball is a great community builder and a fun way for the entire community to support our local public schools,” said Sonya Sigler, Chairman of the San Carlos Chickens’ Ball. “One of the best things about the show is our multigenerational cast that really shows the kind of support San Carlos schools have from all of our citizens. This year, funds raised will go towards music, theatre and other performing arts.” - March 12, 2012 - San Carlos Chickens' Ball
Alphadogs Plays Tribute to Glam Rock Singer
Jobriath was the first glam rock musician to declare himself openly gay in the early 1970's. New generations of fans have discovered his music and talent through acts such as The Pet Shop Boys. - March 12, 2012 - Alpha Dogs Post Production
FYE Says WHOA is Me
Publishers Distribution Group announced today that WHOA What's Happening w/ Original Artists magazine will now be available in FYE, Coconuts, Suncoast Wherehouse, and Sam Goody. - March 09, 2012 - WHOA Media Group
Northwest Rock Band Breaks Top 100
New single "Guaranteed Tomorrow" by VanMarter Project moves from #116 to #75 in second week and is #3 Most Added Song on the FMQB chart. - March 09, 2012 - Hydrus Media
Create Excitement – New Jersey Wedding DJ – Have Done It Again
It's proud to announce that Create Excitement DJ's are the recipients of the 2012 Bride's Choice Award for DJ Wedding Entertainment. - March 09, 2012 - Create Excitement LLC
Ear Trumpet Labs Introduces Hand Made Condenser Microphones with Distinctive Retro Styling
Craft microphone builder debuts new series of uniquely designed live microphones for performing artists. - March 09, 2012 - Ear Trumpet Labs
The Smell Of Incense - Release Date Announced May 10th, 2012
Skylark Recordings, LLC. announced the international record release of "The Smell Of Incense" Produced by Clutch Thompson, written and preformed by Aimee Jacobs. The release includes exclusive remixes by Drew Ostrowski, DJ Merit, Jason Serrano and the projects executive producer Dj Teo Skylark. International Street date set for May 10th, 2012. - March 08, 2012 - Skylark Recordings, llc.
NJ's Fastest Growing Hip Hop and R&B Music Label Unveils Energetic Feel-Good “Banger” Single & Official Music Video to Lead 2012's Most Fanticipated Summer Release
FoQus Music Entertainment (F.M.E) unveils an Energetic Feel-good "Banger" - the lead single off of its forthcoming and highly-fanticipated Hip Hop and R&B compilation - #TheFoQusAlbum (due out Summer 2012). - March 07, 2012 - FoQus Music Entertainment
Dw. Dunphy Music Video for "Your Saturday Sins" Now on YouTube
New Jersey independent musician celebrates forthcoming retrospective with music video. - March 07, 2012 - Introverse Music Ltd.
England Author Releases Memoir of Her Life as a Cabaret Dancer Traveling the World
Author, Tessa Skola is pleased to announce the release of her new book, Bare - A Cabaret Dancer's Life. This is a frank and exciting yet shocking memoir of a solo cabaret dancer traveling the world with her own show. Skola literally bares her soul about her bizarre and fascinating life. - March 07, 2012 - Tessa Skola