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Grammy Nominee Jan Linder-Koda Brings Pro Vocal Techniques to Skype

Jan Linder-Koda, owner of Angel Diva Music, is now enabling students to learn Grammy winning vocal techniques from anywhere in the world using Skype & benefit from the experience and ability of a professional voice teacher during the month of August. - August 17, 2011 - big hits media

Raw Talent Guitar Lessons for Beginners Software Announces New Price for September 1, 2011

Raw Talent Guitar is setting a new price for their guitar learning software that will go live on September 1, 2011, bringing an end to the introductory price. The company will keep free shipping in the 48 contiguous states and plans to move into stores for the 2011 holiday season. - August 16, 2011 - Raw Talent Guitar

Miami Lakes Chevrolet Sponsors Undercover Concert with KISS Country at Seminole Paradise Hard Rock

This upcoming Undercover Concert is slated to be the best yet. The artist is still unknown, and the rules are still the same. Tickets cannot be bought, only won through Miami Lakes Chevrolet part of Miami Lakes Automall, WKIS 99.9, or Seminole Hard Rock. - August 16, 2011 - Miami Lakes Automall

Internet Music Sensation Announces Google+ Hangout Concert with YouTube Live Integration and Free, Exclusive "Google Song" Download

Become a Part of the Global Community that Launched the First Google+ Music Star - August 16, 2011 - Daria Musk

Jared Blake from NBC’s Breakout Hit Show "The Voice" Announces Tour Dates to Promote the Release of His Debut Single and Tells Tales from Behind the Scenes

The tour responsive to the question Jared Blake became known for. Are you Country, or are you Rock? To that, Jared answered “I just want to make good music,” and walks the line between genres — falling one way or another at times, equally. Jared Blake shows will range from 40... - August 15, 2011 - Jared Blake Music

Asmodelle Has Created an Album That is Synthpop to the Core with a Very Human Element

Australian born composer Asmodelle has dedicated her life to electronic music, and is committed to help evolve the genre. Haunting, beat driven, danceable, and always unique tracks fill her latest release titled "Transelectrix." The music is perfect for those who like all different styles of electronic music. The entirely instrumental album uses synthesizers as its voice and possesses a very organic feel throughout. - August 15, 2011 - Asmodelle.com

Electro Charged EP: Body Snatchers

Inductive Invades the Airwaves and Hijacks Dance Floors with the Insertion of an Electro Charged EP: Body Snatchers - August 14, 2011 - Inductive

R&B Soul Songstress Niva the Soul Diva Teams Up with Jewelry Firm

Jewelry firm Pistol Haute jewels endorses emerging music artist Niva the Soul Diva. - August 14, 2011 - New Black Music.net

Scenic Hotel Group Supports the Top Brass in NZ

Scenic Hotel Group announces the 2011 winners of the Scenic Hotels Band of the Year following the contest at the New Zealand National Brass Band Championships in Auckland. - August 13, 2011 - Scenic Hotel Group

Val Emmich to Preview Songs from Upcoming Album "Aide Memoire" in Asbury Park on August 12

Val Emmich is one of five artists performing at Gary Wien's book release party on August 12. The night celebrates the release of "Are You Listening?" - Wien's picks for the top 100 albums of 2001-2010 by New Jersey artists. - August 11, 2011 - Gary Wien

Local Teen Musicians Give Live Radio Broadcast

Local teens give live radio broadcast at WNTI 91.9 radio station in Hackettstown, NJ during the stations live Bob Dylan program. Five students from Bill Wright’s Guitar Studio in Sparta, NJ performed live on air at WNTI radio station early Friday morning on July 29th. They played so well... - August 10, 2011 - Bill Wright School Of Music

Myles William Featured Alongside Platinum Producers

Myles Williams' Move to NYC Has Positioned Him in the Midst of Platinum Producers, Diversified His Network and Energized Production - August 10, 2011 - Intercontinental Productions LLC

Ergo-Motion Consulting Flexes Its Benevolent Muscles for Piano Pinnacle

A company that strives to make workplaces safer, Ergo-Motion Consulting turns to help the local musicians by supporting the performance of Piano Pinnacle, a duo of pianists. - August 10, 2011 - Ergo-Motion Consulting

Double E Promotions Takes Home the “Promoter of the Year” Award at the 2011 ICGMA’S

Perry Edge, President of Double E Promotions, is proud to announce receiving the “Promoter of the Year” Award at the 55th Annual ICGMA's (International Country Gospel Music Association) 2011 Gold Cross Awards held August 6th in West Plains, MO. The following Double E Artists also won... - August 10, 2011 - Double E Promotions

New Jersey Music Journalist Holds Book Release Party at the Wonder Bar on August 12

Award-winning music journalist Gary Wien celebrates the release of his latest book, "Are You Listening?" with a release party on August 12 featuring five artists from the book. - August 10, 2011 - Gary Wien

B-Rob of CrossLines Music to Release Second Album "Salt Rap" on September 20, 2011

Christian Rapper Brian "B-Rob" Robinson is releasing his second studio CD titled "Salt Rap" in September of 2011. - August 09, 2011 - CrossLines Music

SongDoor to Offer Music Industry Mailing List to Songwriters

SongDoor has expanded its line of songwriter services to include a comprehensive music industry mailing list, featuring emails, phone numbers and addresses for music's top A&R personnel, agencies, producers and engineers. - August 09, 2011 - SongDoor

NewProductHelp.com to Spearhead Marketing Efforts for Roll-a-Note Roll-a-Chord Invention

Donal M., Florida resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Roll-a-note Roll-a-chord concept to industry over the next 2 years. An effective new product intended to greatly facilitate the teaching of music basics to young... - August 09, 2011 - New Product Help, Inc.

Red Bedlam Presents: The Debutante Ball

A whiskey and blood soaked multimedia event that will change the Brooklyn music scene forever. - August 06, 2011 - Red Bedlam

Female Fronted Band "The Blissful Mop" to Release Debut 5 Track EP on Expat Records

The EP entitled "Seventeen," showcases a variety of musical styles from the UK band and includes the anthemic, string-laden "Monsters." Seventeen is due for general release on 22nd August 2011. - August 06, 2011 - Expat Records

Indie Filmmaker Launches Contest for Film Composers

A nationwide search will give a composer the opportunity to score a feature film. The winner will receive $500 and a $3000 contract to create music for the feature film "The Storm Within." - August 05, 2011 - The Storm Within LLC

Canada's Wonderland Hosts Rapper Reema Major's Summer Bling; 08/23/2011

16 year old Reema Major of G7 Records is keeping summer live at one of Ontario's greatest attractions. Canada's Wonderland will host a day full of rides, performances and special guest appearances by Reema Major and company. - August 05, 2011 - G7 Records Inc.

Island Boy Set for Release Under Platinum City Entertainment This Fall

R&B Sensation Jean Thervens, also known as J-Boy is set to release his sophomore album in stores nationwide this October. - August 05, 2011 - Platinum City Entertainment

Irish Shred Records Releases Metal Single from Pursuit Of Power

Irish Shred Records have released a digital only debut single by the melodic power metal band Pursuit Of Power. - August 05, 2011 - Irish Shred Records

Crystal Tones & Hip Hop Band, H.I.S.D. "Wow" the Crowd with Performance at Comic Con 2011

Crystal Tones, sponsor and superfriend of H.I.S.D., the popular Hip Hop Band, brings an exceptional magic to this year's performance at Comic Con 2011. - August 05, 2011 - Crystal Tones

New Digital Label Hits the Scene - Real Artist International Network - The RAIN Digital

The RAIN "Real Artist International Network" is a digital label formed by musicians for musicians who deserve to be heard not only in today's struggling U.S. Market, but on an international level in major markets such as Europe, Tokyo, Japan and China. - August 05, 2011 - The RAIN Digital

TLA Productions Announces Programming for MA Steampunk Extravaganza

NH-based production company prepares for a one of a kind steampunk extravaganza featuring performances by Abney Park, Frenchy and the Punk and more. - August 04, 2011 - TLA Productions

London Breakbeat Producer "Mafia Kiss" to Release New Single "What!" on 8th August 2011

"What!" is the follow up to the critically acclaimed "Bump It" which reached No. 1 on the "Track it Down" breaks chart. - August 04, 2011 - Expat Records

Indie Alternative Duo, "The Travellers" to Release Single "Waiting" on 8th August 2011

The Sixties inspired band has chosen to partner with indie label Expat Records to release the track, which has been previously featured on BBC Berkshire. - August 04, 2011 - Expat Records

Internationally Acclaimed Conductor, Features Crystal Tones Singing Bowls

Internationally acclaimed conductor, Dr. Brandy Allred features Crystal Tones singing bowls at the World Choral Symposium and puts a new spin on the competition. - August 03, 2011 - Crystal Tones

Hammerax Releases Indigo Suspended Cymbals

Hammerax has released a special suspended cymbal line that emits highs, yet has a rich sound. Indigo brand suspended cymbals have a silvery swelling sound, which can grow in volume and move up into very smooth highs. Synthetic cable of unusually high strength is used to hold the cymbal. "This... - August 03, 2011 - Hammerax

Grammy Award Winning Jazz Producer, Rob "Wacko" Hunter, (Branford Marsalis, Harry Connick Jr., Men In Black Soundtrack), is in Studio with Rick Starm

Grammy Award Winning Jazz Producer, Rob “Wacko” Hunter, (Branford Marsalis, Harry Connick Jr., Men In Black Soundtrack), is in studio finishing up with the new Rick Starmer full length CD. Sunset Jazz Recording artist, Rick Starmer, is in the studio now, mixing down his new CD... - August 01, 2011 - Sunset Corporation of America

Kenny G Cancels Show in Dover, Del

The Kenny G performance scheduled for Sept. 16 at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino has been abruptly cancelled by the artist’s agent so that he may attend a private celebration that weekend. Dover Downs Hotel & Casino regrets this cancellation, and extends apologies to ticket purchasers for... - July 31, 2011 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino

Elvis "The King" Presley Tribute Returns to Fire & Ice at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino

Fire & Ice at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino will celebrate legendary music icon, Elvis Presley, with its Second Annual Elvis Tribute Competition & Festival on August 26 & 27. A competition to determine the best Elvis tribute artist will be presented in a series of competitive... - July 31, 2011 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino

Ray Prim Entertainment Starts Kickstarter Campaign to Raise Funds for the New CD "Five"

Singer Soulwriter Ray Prim is teaming with Omar Vallejo for his upcoming CD, five. With only one month to generate funding will it materialize? You be the judge. - July 31, 2011 - Ray Prim Entertainment

Country Recording Artist Lisa Matassa to Perform at Carol M. Baldwin Breast Cancer Research Fund Pink Penguin Bash

Country music recording artist, Lisa Matassa, will make an appearance and perform at tomorrow night’s 1st annual Carol M. Baldwin Pink Penguin Bash for Breast Cancer research and awareness. - July 29, 2011 - LMA Productions, Inc.

Hip-hop Artist 187SIAKA Launches Official Website 187SIAKA.com

Independent hip-hop/reggae artist 187SIAKA launches official website featuring music, videos, bio and latest news. - July 29, 2011 - 187SIAKA

Indie Alternative Duo, "the Travellers" Sign with Expat Records

The band renowned for its vintage sound influenced by sixties psychedelia and seventies groove, has chosen to partner with the Indie label for a string of future musical releases. - July 28, 2011 - Expat Records

Joe Magnetico & Associates, LLC Signs Jazz Singer Shaynee Rainbolt to Representation Agreement

Joe Magnetico & Associates, LLC signed Jazz Chanteuse Shaynee Rainbolt today to a representation agreement. - July 28, 2011 - Joe Magnetico & Associates, LLC

Stingray Signs with NCTC for Galaxie Music Service

Established music service a new alternative for NCTC members. - July 28, 2011 - Stingray Digital Group

New Artist "Jazzmine" Debut Single "Name on My Shoe"

New Teen Artist “Jazzmine” to Release Highly Anticipated Debut Single “Name On My Shoe” August 5, 2011 - July 27, 2011 - GiG Productions

Worth Taking Releases The Anxious EP

Worth Taking - The Anxious EP Spite Records WorthTaking.com Spite Records is proud to announce the release of The Anxious, Worth Taking’s long-awaited EP, on Tuesday, July 5. Representing a culmination of efforts that span across the country, Worth Taking’s new EP brings together a... - July 27, 2011 - Worth Taking

Harlequins Enigma Announces Hip Hop Album: Octagon Volume 3 - After Their Previous "Alt" and Dance Album "Octagon Volume 2," Their Grip on Dance Music is Rising

Octagon volume 3 - battle without dishonour, is set for an August 2011 launch date. Criticism has been great and it will definitely be an album to seek up if you like their previous two albums. - July 26, 2011 - harlequins enigma

Consummate Summer Dance Floor Anthem - "Wild Miami Remixed" from Tinatin Ready to Raise Rafters Across Global Dance Floors

Remix Collection Calls Attention to Consequences of Global Warming; Marks Tenth Studio Release for Young Pals Records - July 26, 2011 - Young Pals Music

Suicide Prevention Organization Releases Music CD Tribute to Help Spread Awareness

Pick With Austin, Inc., has released a music CD "My Gift of Music" to help promote their mission to spread more awareness about the epidemic of youth and teen depression and suicide. The CD contains songs licensed for use in the project from composers, singers, and bands from around the world. - July 26, 2011 - Pick With Austin, Inc.

After Great Anticipation Jaye Da’Vaughn Reveals the Release of His 2nd Single from the Forthcoming Album, Warranted Arrest

Jaye Da’Vaughn, today announced that after much anticipation his second single entitled, "Searching Forever" will be released at midnight on Friday, July 22, 2011 (jayedavaughn.bandcamp.com). Jaye Da’Vaughn states “‘It’s Whatever’ (his debut single to... - July 25, 2011 - Jaye Da'Vaughn Entertainment