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Rai Renea Performs Live at Whateva Works
In celebration of her CD release, That Other Girl, and the 3 videos from that CD, spoken word entertainer Rai Renea performs at Whateva Works for her video and CD release party. - September 12, 2011 - Renea's World, Inc.
Karina Bradley Launches Media Blitz on BET, Clear Channel, Radio One & XXL Magazine to Promote Her New Mix Tape "Madam President" Hosted by DJ Diamond Kuts & Papoose
Karina Bradley, Philadelphia's hottest up and coming pop star has recently launched a huge media campaign in the Philadelphia area. During the whole month of September, KB will be all over your television, radio, and magazine stands. If you haven't already, start following the Karina Bradley media... - September 10, 2011 - Karina Bradley Inc
Kultur Celebrates Composer Steve Reich on His 75th Birthday October 3rd, by Announcing the Availability of Steve Reich’s City Life on DVD
Steve Reich, Composer Celebrates 75th Birthday Kultur celebrates composer Steve Reich on his 75th birthday on October 3rd by announcing the availability of the DVD Steve Reich’s City Life. Steve Reich has been called “our greatest living composer" by The New York Times. Born in... - September 10, 2011 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Jefferson Jay - Man Tells His Story Through Hundreds of Videos on YouTube
On Thanksgiving, looking for a way to share his work, Jay began posting three videos to YouTube every day, thus began Operation 365. He posts one original song (that he wrote), a cover song that he performs (a song written by someone else), and a third video of a local musician performing - often filmed at one of Jays’ songwriter showcases over the years. He also has an Operation 365 blog to explain the significance of the videos to the online audience. The videos are available at youtube.com. - September 09, 2011 - jeffersonjay.com
Golden World Music Presents the Haunting Second Album from Lee Harris, "Golden World"
An ethereal mix of electronica and acoustic warmth, Golden World presents a talent in timeless song craft. A multi-layered expression of love in many forms, of struggle and difficulties shared, and ultimately of hope. Golden World, the second album from Lee Harris, will be released on 12th... - September 09, 2011 - Golden World Music
Director Timothy Tau Guests on EOE to Announce Megan Lee's New Video Destiny Will Premiere on 9.18.2011
DESTINY Stars Megan Lee, Jessika Van, Kelvin Han Yee, Yul Spencer and Ina-Alice Kopp - September 09, 2011 - Eye on Entertainment
Simone & the Jupiter String Quartet Kick-Off the Adelphi University Performing Arts Center Season
Adelphi University Performing Arts Center presents internationally-renowned Jupiter String Quartet and Broadway star and recording artist Simone as part of the 2011-2012 guest artist series. - September 09, 2011 - Adelphi University
Double E Promotions Releases Compilation Disk #159, Including the New Country Gospel Single by Country Star Buddy Jewell
Perry Edge, President of Double E Promotions, is proud to announce the release of compilation disk #159 to radio featuring the new Country Gospel single, “Jesus, Elvis And Me,” by Country Star Buddy Jewel. Disc #159 features the following songs by ten different artists: “Prince... - September 09, 2011 - Double E Promotions
Country Star Buddy Jewell Joins the Double E Promotions Roster
Perry Edge, President of Double E Promotions, is proud to announce the addition of Country Star Buddy Jewell to the Double E roster. Double E Promotions provides Booking and Radio Promotional services for Buddy Jewell. Buddy quickly rose to fame in 2003 as the first winner of USA Network’s... - September 09, 2011 - Double E Promotions
Fashion Firm Greater Faith Gear Endorses Niva the Soul Diva
Urban fashion line GFG endorses emerging music artist Niva the Soul Diva. - September 08, 2011 - New Black Music.net
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
Rai Renea Announce Release of New Video
International spoken word entertainer and BET J Lyric Cafe artist, Rai Renea releases the video for her single, Sticks and Stones which tackles the subject of mental abuse. - September 05, 2011 - Renea's World, Inc.
EdgeSounds Introduces: Drummashines Sound Sample Library
EdgeSounds has just introduced the Drummashines, a 3-DVD-ROM, 12.5 GB sound set of more than 170 classical drum modules for NI KONTAKT and GIGA Studio. - September 04, 2011 - Edge Sounds, LLC
Announcing the Logan Whitehurst Memorial Awards for Excellence in Comedy Music
The first annual Logan Whitehurst Memorial Awards for Excellence in Comedy Music will be held on October 15, 2011 in Akron, Ohio, as part of the music program at Con on the Cob (http://www.cononthecob.com). The awards are sponsored by the Funny Music Project (The FuMP). Categories The awards will... - September 04, 2011 - The FuMP - The Funny Music Project
Blues Bettie Brings Their Unique "SoCal Blues" to the House of Blues Hollywood Foundation Room Sept. 21, 2011
Blues Bettie, a 9 piece blues, funk, and soul music band from Anaheim, CA., continues to impress music fans and music industry execs, resulting in an exclusive show at the exclusive House of Blues Foundation Room. An all star cast of some of the most sought after musicians from the Los Angeles performing arena, joins forces to generate what many "industry insiders" consider to be the hottest blues act to hail from the Los Angeles area in decades. - September 03, 2011 - Blues Bettie Show Band
West Broward, Get Ready to Rock
School of Rock to open a new franchise location in Southwest Ranches, Florida. - September 03, 2011 - School of Rock Coral Springs & West Broward
Melody Nights at Gran Foc
MelodyNights.com and Gran Foc in Barcelona, Spain present a special evening of live music with 6 well known Artists performing their best songs. - September 03, 2011 - Melody Nights
"I Just Wanna' Meet Girls" Called "Tribute to Testosterone" by Composer and Leader of The C.R. Ecker Band at Time When Flap Over Album Title Song Fades Fast
With the new school year starting in many areas of the world, The C.E. Ecker Band launches an upbeat, traditional country tune, "I Just Wanna' Meet Girls," with quick acceptance not only in North America, but also in many other regions, including Asia and Europe. - September 02, 2011 - Charles R. Ecker
CT Artist SeeS (S Double E S) Starts New Record Label, CT Corporate Takeover, and Launches New Website, www.SeeSHipHop.com
CT local artist SeeS (S Double E S) defines passion and grind by starting his own record label and website to “SeeS Control” of the music industry. - September 02, 2011 - CT Corporate Takeover
Baeblemusic and Stingray Digital Announce Programming Agreement
Baeblemusic and Stingray Digital announce a programming agreement that will give Stingray Digital access to Baeblemusic’s library of more than five hundred original concerts. - September 02, 2011 - Stingray Digital Group
Kultur is Proud to Announce the DVD Release of the International Jazz Hall of Fame 1996 Awards Ceremonies Available on September 27
International Jazz Hall of Fame: 1996 Awards Ceremonies Available on DVD September 27 Kultur is proud to announce the DVD release of the International Jazz Hall of Fame 1996 Awards Ceremonies available on September 27. It's a swingin' time in Tampa as the world of jazz honors its' legends at the... - September 01, 2011 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Support the Jefferson County Community by Rocking the Night Away with Butch Wax & The Hollywoods and the Michael Terry Group
The Arnold Food Pantry and the National MS Society Gateway Area Chapter have teamed up with legendary entertainers Butch Wax & The Hollywoods and The Michael Terry Group to bring a rocking-good time to the Rickman Auditorium in Arnold, MO on Saturday, October 8th at 7 p.m. Fifty percent of... - August 31, 2011 - Arnold Food Pantry
Jack Phillips Live at The Knitting Factory, Brooklyn 8/31
Jack Phillips and his band The Knitting Factory 361 Metropolitan Ave. Brooklyn, NY Wed., August 31, 2011 - 7:00pm $6 Magnolia Group Productions is pleased to present Jack Phillips on piano and vocals, who will be joined by bassist Matt Scharfglass and drummer Dave Silliman for a special appearance... - August 30, 2011 - Magnolia Group Productions
"It's Always Been An Obsession" by Larry Barron Features Virtuoso Guitar Performances from Bach to Rock Styles
Virtuoso guitarist Larry Barron has released his CD "It's Always Been An Obsession." As a studio guitarist who has worked with solo folk artists such as Laura Eastman (Paul McCartney's sister in law) as well as country artists like Dean Chance to the 80's rock/punk band "Elmo and the... - August 30, 2011 - Larry Barron Guitar
The DNS Agency's F1rst Class Citizen Nominated for Sacramento Area Music Award
Sacramento rock band F1rst Class Citizen not only opens for artists such as TapRoot, Saving Abel, and next month Sick Puppies, they have been nominated for a Sacramento Area Music Award in the category of "Best Hard Rock" band. - August 28, 2011 - The DNS Agency
Liger Vineyards Films Alt/Acoustic Rockers Burn Down The Charade Music Video for the Single "Will You Lead?"
Liger Vineyards and Burn Down The Charade completed filming a music video for "Will You Lead?" off their debut album Revelations & Revolutions. This is the first single as the band gears up to re-release Revelations & Revolutions on CD in October. - August 28, 2011 - Liger Vineyards
New York’s Audience Rated Enamorados del Tango (Tango Lovers) as the Best Tango Show in the City
Celebrating the Bicentennial of Uruguay, on August 20th, 2011, “Enamorados del Tango” (Tango Lovers) performed in New York for the first time at the Queensborough Performing Arts Center. - August 28, 2011 - Enamorados del Tango
Gico Music, Soul Singer Gina Carey “Melodic” CD Soars to the #1 Spot on the UK Soul Charts
Gina Carey makes the #1 spot on the Top 30 UK Soul Charts at Starpoint Radio Gico Music's "Melodic" - August 28, 2011 - Gico Music
Long Island Country Artist Lisa Matassa Invades Nashville to Shoot Video for Her Rising Single “Me Time” with Acclaimed Director
"Long Island Country" recording artist Lisa Matassa has had the industry and Billboard charts buzzing for weeks with her single, "Me Time," and now the Long Island bred country crooner is shooting her second music video for "Me Time" in Nashville, Tennessee. - August 27, 2011 - LMA Productions, Inc.
Sifar to Release Debut Album on Beatfactory Music
Delhi based Hindi Rock band prepares to release debut album in September '11 on Delhi's premier record label after the success of their 3 track EP. - August 27, 2011 - Beatfactory Music
Palomar Starlight Theater Shines a Light on Music of Stevie Nicks Performed by Bella Donna and Steely Dan Performed by Pretzel Logic
Labor Day Weekend Event Closes Out Summer Tribute Series at Pala Casino and Resort - August 26, 2011 - Bella Donna Rumours of Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac
harlequins enigma Releases Octagon Volume 2 - Nachtspiel, Dance EP
Available on iTunes now. - August 26, 2011 - harlequins enigma
The Rembrandt Hotel Presents American Professor of Piano
The Rembrandt Hotel is thrilled to welcome Ms. Julie Bees, an American professional pianist, for her first time performing her talent in Thailand on September 18th 2011 at Goethe Auditorium, South Sathorn Soi 1 road, Bangkok. - August 26, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
NJ Band "Novae" Hosts Red Carpet Premiere
Gen Admission Free - Premiere V.I.P. Package Tickets Available... More - August 26, 2011 - Novae Music
911 Memorial Song: 911 Tenth Anniversary Commemorated in Twin Towers (Song for America)
- Likely, the first response in art and song to the 911 attack on America. - Received notes from Vice President Dick Cheney and Senator Hillary Clinton. - Originally received a half-million hits with tens of thousands downloading the free song. - Free song download commemorates 9/11. - August 25, 2011 - The Eastco Group
Kultur Celebrates Michael Feinstein's 55th Birthday
Michael Feinstein and Friends in Concert available now on DVD. Kultur celebrates Michael Feinstein’s 55th birthday with the DVD of Michael Feinstein and Friends in Concert available now. Michael Feinstein performs classic songs by Harold Arlen, Irving Berlin, Duke Ellington and George... - August 25, 2011 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Kultur Celebrate George Jones 80th Birthday
Happy 80th Birthday George Jones. 3 DVDs Available Now Kultur celebrates George Jones on his 80th birthday with a trio of DVDs; George Jones: Golden Hits, George Jones: Live In Tennessee and George Jones: Same Ole Me all available now. Over the years, George Jones has frequently been referred to... - August 25, 2011 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Kultur Celebrates Buddy Holly's 75th Birthday
The Real Buddy Holly Story Hosted by Paul McCartney available now on DVD. Kultur celebrates what would have been Buddy Holly’s 75th birthday with the DVD of The Real Buddy Holly Story available now. This complete video biography of rock 'n' roll legend Buddy Holly was produced and hosted by... - August 25, 2011 - Kultur International Films Ltd
"Asmelectrix" a New Album by Asmodelle - Electro House/Dub
Asmodelle, the Australia former model and actress turned electronic Diva has a new album out "Asmelectrix" – this one only just follows the 3rd album, "Transelectrix." "Asmelectrix is a real gem and something that all electronica lovers should listen to. As the genre evolves Asmodelle’s style seems to be on the edge of that evolution," says T.D. Shemansky. - August 24, 2011 - Asmodelle.com
Jealous Creatures Releases Debut Album - Little Heaven Big Sky
The Texas rock band has just released their highly anticipated first full-length album, which is available through their website at www.jealouscreatures.com and other online retailers. - August 24, 2011 - Jealous Creatures
Barry Tickets Announces No Service Fees on Internet Orders
As major ticket brokers ceaselessly charge hidden fees, www.BarrysTickets.com is taking their company message in a new direction by eliminating service fees! In addition to no service fees, Barry’s Tickets also regularly provides their customers with further savings via discount and promo codes when you sign up at www.BarrysTickets.com. - August 23, 2011 - Barrys Ticket Service Inc.
Any Controversy Over "Bushwacked (Bewildered, Beat-Up Bad and Broke) Song is "Misguided and Unfair," Says Its Composer and Producer
Ever since the August 1 launch of the "Bushwacked (Bewildered, Beat-up Bad and Broke) album, featuring a lead single of the same name, C.R. Ecker, composer and producer of the song, and album, has met resistance among those who feel the single and music video represent an attack on President George W. Bush, just based on the title without hearing it. Rather, he says, "I wrote and recorded the song in 1991 as an 'anthem of American angst' during the recession then, a song more timely now." - August 23, 2011 - Charles R. Ecker
Sun Continues to Rise for Australian Songstress Katie Cole
Sun continues to rise for Australian songstress Katie Cole. Her latest musical offering, "Sunrise" is added to the playlist at BBC Radio 2 in the UK. www.bbc.co.uk/radio2/music-events/playlist/ Although based in Los Angeles, CA, this is the second consecutive single from the artist to... - August 22, 2011 - Katie Cole
The RARE Celebrates the Opening of Their New Gallery with the Premier Exhibition and Appearance by Legendary Rock Photographer Neil Zlozower
The Rock and Roll Emporium Collectors Gallery celebrates the grand opening of their new location with the premier of a fine art photographic exhibition and appearance by legendary rock photographer Neil Zlozower Saturday, August 27, 7pm at 3731 W. Warner Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92704. In the rock and... - August 21, 2011 - The Rock and Roll Emporium
Lostinmymind.com Announces Launch as Fan Community for the Upcoming Music Sensation "The Head and The Heart"
Two fans create Lostinmymind.com as a centralized online location for the ever increasing The Head and The Heart fan community. - August 19, 2011 - Lostinmymind.com
Lisa Matassa is Highest Debuting Country Artist on Monday’s Billboard Country Indicator Chart with the Single “Me Time”
Country artist Lisa Matassa had the highest debuting single on Monday, August 15, 2011, on the country Billboard indicator chart at #55 with her single “Me Time.” - August 18, 2011 - LMA Productions, Inc.
Trenton Rocks with Book Release Party on August 20
Music Journalist Gary Wien will celebrate the release of his new book "Are You Listening?" with a book release party on Saturday, August 20 at Trenton Social in Trenton, NJ. - August 18, 2011 - NewJerseyStage
Pennyroyal Studio Announces Third Signature Collection Collaboration with Adam Lambert
Profits from the Pennyroyal Studio and Adam Lambert Pendant to Benefit The Trevor Project - August 18, 2011 - Pennyroyal Studio
Shapes Stars Make is Refreshed and Refocused
Dallas-based Shapes Stars Make is excited to announce the release of their latest single today, August 16, 2011. It is available via free download at: http://shapesstarsmake.bandcamp.com/album/into-his-ghost-single - August 18, 2011 - shapes stars make
Raw Talent Guitar Officially Announces New Offices; End of Era for CEO
Raw Talent Guitar has moved to Boca Raton, FL, from Coral Springs, FL, after employees worked from the "Darth Vader" building on University Drive for more than 15 years. - August 17, 2011 - Raw Talent Guitar