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NewProductHelp.com Set to Represent Singers Ear Aid Invention to Potential Licensees
Denise A., Ohio resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent her Singers Ear Aid concept to industry over the next 2 years. An innovative new product designed to greatly assist singers in analyzing and improving their vocal... - October 22, 2011 - New Product Help, Inc.
Jimmie Van Zant, Face of the New "Millennium"
Southern rock artist Jimmie Van Zant has concluded filming the newest set of commercials for the Millennium Luxury Coaches. The commercials are currently in post production and scheduled to air on the website by the end of the year. Filmed and produced by Chappell Films and entertainment, this... - October 21, 2011 - Chappell Entertainment
PacSun Turns Up the Volume with New Music Site
Leading specialty retailer partners with Cuker Interactive to enhance sophisticated music platform. - October 21, 2011 - Cuker
Hard Rock Band, Refuse The Fall, Winner of Whotune’s “Promote Me Like A Rockstar” Contest
Whotune.com, the chosen destination for independent music promotion and music discovery announces small town hard rock band Refuse The Fall as the winner of the “Promote Me Like A Rockstar” online contest, which resulted in the Grand Prize of an independent artist marketing service package from Web ‘n Retail. Check them out at http://bit.ly/RefuseTheFallatWhotune - October 21, 2011 - Refuse The Fall
The Jetson Fleet Are Blasting Off with Release of Debut Album: We Brought the Party
Tampa’s hottest new hip hop sensation, The Jetson Fleet, released their long anticipated debut album “We Brought the Party” on iTunes. Within the first week of releasing the album The Jetson Fleet's Facebook fan count jumped from 700 fans to over 14,500 Facebook fans. The release of their album has become the catalyst that is launching The Jetson Fleet into the national spotlight. - October 21, 2011 - The Jetson Fleet
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
Jim Gellatly, Renowned DJ Plays Nemo Shaw's "Contemporary-Retro" Music on National "Amazing Radio"
On Sunday 16th October, Jim Gellatly played one of Nemo Shaw's new songs entitled "Beautiful Moment" giving more exposure to this emerging Scots-Born artist and his new genre of music, "Contemporary-Retro." - October 21, 2011 - Revibe
Marketing Methods, Inc. Has Perfected "Viral Marketing" as a New Business Model
Promoting a product, artist, song, or product use to take a considerable investment of time and money. Now, the creative use of Social Networking, and it's platform - the Internet, can put you in front of millions of people, globally... virtually overnight. - October 20, 2011 - Marketing Methods, Inc.
Nobel Peace Prize Concert Launches New Website
The Norwegian Nobel Institute has launched a new website (nobelpeaceprizeconcert.no) for the Nobel Peace Prize Concert. The website is the official place for media, sponsors and the general public to find the latest news on hosts and artists, Concert history, past performers, and how to buy tickets. In addition, the new site offers videos and photos of participating hosts and artists from current and past Concerts. - October 20, 2011 - UP There Everywhere
The Secret of a Former Teen Recording Star James Rocco, "It’s Between Us"
James Rocco Vice President of Programming at Ordway center for the Performing Arts in Saint Paul returns to his roots as a former teen recording star with his new CD "It's Between Us." - October 20, 2011 - James Rocco
Laurence Hart Releases Closed Station Platform via LaunchingPad Media
New Jersey singer-songwriter Laurence Hart is releasing his new album "Closed Station Platform" on the Launchingpad Media label. This is the inaugural release by Launchingpad Media and the first album from Laurence Hart in over 15 years. - October 20, 2011 - Launchingpad Media LLC
Airing on iTunes: Legal Analyst, Dr. Leigh-Davis, Will Feature Shows on Michael Jackson & Amy Winehouse
The ongoing Michael Jackson trial and the untimely death of Amy Winehouse, makes it apropos for law professor Dr. Leigh-Davis, to give an entertaining and in depth legal analysis of music, rock stars, and more. - October 20, 2011 - Dr. Leigh-Davis
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
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
Just 30 Days Left: Songdoor 2011 International Songwriting Competition Ends November 15
SongDoor 2011 entries must either be postmarked by November 15 or submitted online by midnight CST, November 15, 2011. All entrants receive a free all-access trial to SongU.com, plus free digi-keyboard and chording software. - October 17, 2011 - SongDoor
Hutchins Consort to Play at Wake Forest University
Acclaimed Violin Octet Celebrates 100th Birthday of Famed Violin Maker with Performance at Kulynych Auditorium - October 16, 2011 - The Hutchins Consort
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
Hutchins Consort to Perform with Local Youth Choir
Acclaimed Ensemble Celebrates 100th Birthday of Famed Violin Maker by performing with the Hopewell Valley Youth Chorale. - October 15, 2011 - The Hutchins Consort
Hutchins Consort to Play at First Church in Cambridge
Ensemble Celebrates 100th Birthday of Famed Violin Maker. - October 15, 2011 - The Hutchins Consort
Hutchins Consort to Play at Bryant University
Ensemble Celebrates 100th Birthday of Famed Violin Maker. - October 15, 2011 - The Hutchins Consort
Viktor Obsust Trio Kicks Off New Jazz Series at Benslow Music on 4 November
Benslow Music today announces the first in a new series of jazz concerts at its headquarters in Benslow Lane, Hitchin. - October 15, 2011 - Benslow Music
Hutchins Consort to Perform at Historic Upper East Side Church
Acclaimed Octet Celebrates the Legacy of Famed American Violin Maker with a Performance at the Landmark Park Avenue Christian Church. - October 15, 2011 - The Hutchins Consort
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.
2010 HATCH Groundbreaking Musician Award Winner Frank Bell to Release New Album
Singer/songwriter and recipient of the 2010 HATCH Groundbreaking Musician award, Frank Bell, released his second album, Everything Falls Into Place, to digital outlets on Tuesday, October 11th. - October 13, 2011 - Spin Move Records
Jawoco India Pays Tribute to Ghazal King Jagjit Singh
The King of Ghazal, Jagjit Singh died on 10th October 2011 in Mumbai Hospital. Jagjit Singh's death was shocking news for Jawoco after hearing about Steve Jobs death. After hearing about the passing of a legend, Jawoco HQ told Jawoco India to pay tribute to Jagjit Singh by making a Music Logo on... - October 13, 2011 - Jawoco
GMPCS Connects Martina McBride with Toll-Quality Voice via Mobile BGAN
GMPCS supports Martina McBride as she conducts radio and print interviews using satellite phone technology across country on Amtrak in her campaign for breast cancer awareness and new album release: ELEVEN. - October 12, 2011 - Network Innovations
YesStyle Supports AADAP's Fundraising Concert Showtime 2011 - Changing Lives and Saving Families
Leading online Asian fashion retailer YesStyle served as partner sponsor of Showtime 2011 - Changing Lives and Saving Families, an annual fundraiser hosted by the Asian American Drug Abuse Program (AADAP) on August 27, 2011 at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center in Redondo Beach, California. - October 12, 2011 - YesStyle
Raw Talent to Release Two New Products Under the "Raw Talent Guitar" Brand
Raw Talent to release a mid-priced Raw Talent Guitar DVD set with 150-page full-color printed booklet and a low-priced Raw Talent Guitar 150-page full-color workbook with included audio CD, in addition to their Raw Talent Guitar lessons software for beginners and intermediates. - October 11, 2011 - Raw Talent Guitar
TLA Productions Announces TGNESE 2012
NH-based entertainment provider announces Guest of Honor, announcing details for the 2012 exhibition. - October 11, 2011 - TLA Productions
Cryptic Indie Rock Group Disavows Responsibility for “Occupy Wall Street” Protests
Cryptic indie rock band The Long Afternoon is disavowing responsibility for Occupy Wall Street protests, even though one of its songs has become something of an anthem for many activists. - October 11, 2011 - The Long Afternoon
Cabot Barden to Attend Comer Museum Author/Songwriter Night in Sylacauga, AL. on February 16th
Cabot Barden, author of It's The Bass Player, which has been endorsed by his friend, Clive Cussler, will be attending a book signing at the Southern Writers Festival at the Barnes and Noble bookstore at the Summit in Birmingham, AL on Feb. 11th from 10 to 12 am. He will also be attending another signing at the Down Home Jubilee at the Comer Museum in Sylacauga, Al on Feb. 16th from 6:30 to 9 pm, which will feature local authors and songwriters. The admission is free for both events. - October 09, 2011 - Cabot Barden-Author
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
Gotham Rocks Presents: Fuel, and Ozzy Osbourne's Guitarist Gus G's Firewind with Arsis
Gotham Rocks presents two national headliners on October 12: FUEL at Mulcahy's on Long Island, alongside Ozzy Osbourne's guitarist Gus G's irewind with Arsis at NYC's Gramercy Theatre. Fuel Support Opportunity to be Awarded Via ReverbNation Contest. - October 08, 2011 - Tech 9 Music
Hutchins Consort to Play at Oates Performing Arts Center
The famed violinmaker is Carleen Maley Hutchins (May 24, 1911-August 7, 2009), was called the “female Stradivari” by her mentor Harvard physicist Frederick A. Saunders. Her contribution stems from her efforts to harvest technology to improve on the centuries old string instruments and... - October 08, 2011 - The Hutchins Consort
Musicians Take Notes at Nashville Church of Scientology
In looking for help, it is natural to visit a church. But to find advice on how to market your career as an artist? That’s new. - October 07, 2011 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Band Evolution: a Social Network for Musicians, Bands, and Fans is Now Live
On BandEvo.com you can: find musicians, start a band, and stay connected; post your videos and pics; network with other musicians, producers, record labels, bar and club owners, radio dj's, fans, and others; post and share your upcoming events, and search for events anywhere in the country. - October 07, 2011 - Band Evolution
Raw Talent, Inc. Seeks Angel Investors at Early Stage Venture Capital Conference in Orlando, FL
Today, Raw Talent, Inc. will showcase their flagship product, Raw Talent Guitar, during a 10-minute presentation requesting seed funding at the Florida Venture Forum's Fourth Annual Early Stage Venture Capital Conference for start-ups and angel investors in Orlando, FL. - October 05, 2011 - Raw Talent Guitar
The National Franchise, School of Rock, is Now Open in West Broward
School of Rock West Broward to host Grand Opening Bash and fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Florida, on October 15, 2011 to celebrate the opening of its newest franchise location in Southwest Ranches, Florida. - October 05, 2011 - School of Rock Coral Springs & West Broward
Threshold Sound + Vision Reports a Busy Year
Threshold Sound + Vision reports a busy year with the recording of projects by Sharon Isbin and Nancy Wilson, Don Was and American Idol, and the production of a release for The Doobie Brothers. - October 05, 2011 - Threshold Sound + Vision
Jazz & Blues Florida October 2011 Online Edition Posted
The new edition of Jazz & Blues Florida, Florida's free online source for information on live jazz and blues in clubs, concerts and festivals, is now available. - October 05, 2011 - Jazz & Blues Florida
Paul Parr to Begin New Recording Project
Moving performance of newly released project by Paul Parr sets great expectations in upcoming events for this artist. Talk of new recording project enlists the aid of some big name acts. - October 05, 2011 - Paul Parr Ministries
Denver's Hip-Hop Prodigy, Myke Charles, is Making His Second Appearance on NBC's Third Season of, “The Sing-Off”
Rapper/Singer/Songwriter, Myke Charles, is performing on the third episode of NBC’s hit show, “The Sing-Off.” The nationally televised event airs at 8pm central time on Monday, October 3rd, 2011. MC is the only rapper on the show and made quite an impression with his Colorado... - October 03, 2011 - Organeyes Rhyme Entertainment
Jed Distler Kicks Off Annual Thelonious Monk Pianothon at World Financial Center in NYC
American composer/pianist Jed Distler opens "Thelonious Monk at 94" pianothon with a 20-minute solo piano set. Tuesday, October 4, 2011. Noon to 4PM. Winter Garden, World Financial Center, New York City. Free. Open to Public. Produced by Jim Luce. - October 03, 2011 - ComposersCollaborative Inc.
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
Ecliptyka Releases CD “A Tale of Decandence” in Japan on RadTone Records
Also in the works are several video productions. One of which has been shot and the final editing touches are being applied before the world release debut hits the press in early October 2011. - October 02, 2011 - Rage On Stage Management
Announcement of an Audio Visual Systems Renovation Massachusetts Church
Power Sound of New England, PSNE, is pleased to announce the completion of an audio visual systems renovation at a Massachusetts church. The Unitarian Church of Marlborough and Hudson Massachusetts chose Power Sound of New England over several other Massachusetts audio visual systems companies for the design and installation of a total Church Sound system upgrade and new church video projection system. - October 02, 2011 - Power Sound of New England
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.
Melody Nights Live Music Showcase at Bar Tausend
MelodyNights.com and Bar Tausend in Berlin, Germany, present a special evening of live music with 6 well known Artists performing their best songs. - October 01, 2011 - Melody Nights
Arcadia Foundation Presents World Class Performers, Elan Sicroff and Katharina Paul to Play the Music of Thomas De Hartmann in Their Only West Coast Appearance
Arcadia Foundation to sponsor a rare opportunity to hear the music of the Gurdjieff-de Hartmann repertoire and one of Russia's most well-known early composers, who wrote music for Wassily Kandinsky and Pablo Cassals. This will be the first US tour for rising star, Katharina Paul, who hails from the Mozart Orchestra of Bologna and studied under Claudio Abbado, former conductor of La Scala. Elan Sicroff is the foremost world specialist in De Hartmann’s music, having studied with his widow. - September 30, 2011 - Arcadia Foundation