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DirectRooms.com – Bone Crushing Heavy Metal Comes to Birmingham in March 2011
DirectRooms.com announces that some of popular names in heavy metal will be coming to Birmingham in March as part of dates for an extensive European tour. - February 09, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
TV4U Presents Your Hit Parade Live at the CasaBlanca Resort Casino Hotel in Mesquite, Nevada on March 12th
Recording artist and Las Vegas performer Jonathan Potenciano to host the 1960’s music show with Vegas casino legend Denise Clemente as Special Guest Star. - February 07, 2011 - TV4U, LLC
Tunes 4 My Party is Awarded Bride's Choice Award
Tunes 4 My Party Houston DJ Service has been awarded a 2011 Bride's Choice award by Weddingwire. - February 06, 2011 - Tunes 4 My Party
TCM Recording Artist, Chris Caskey Receives Award Nod from King Country Agape Fest
TCM Records recording artist, Chris Caskey’s first single, “God’s Pocket” just hit radio Jan 1st and he’s already received a top ten nomination nod for the 2011 King Country Agape Fest Male Horizon Award. Founded by Glorya and her late husband, award winning DJ, Bob... - February 06, 2011 - Visual Artist Corey Frizzell
Adelphi University is Proud to Host NOISE, a Modern Music Ensemble on March 12
Adelphi University’s Department of Music is pleased to announce that it will host New Music VI featuring members of the ensemble NOISE on Saturday, March 12, 2011 at 8:00 p.m. in the state-of-the-art Concert Hall of Adelphi’s Performing Arts Center (AU PAC), 1 South Avenue, Garden City,... - February 05, 2011 - Adelphi University
Primus Drummer Jay Lane Endorses Hammerax Cymbals
Hammerax has entered into an agreement with drummer Jay Lane to endorse Hammerax cymbals and percussion. "We're really excited to have Jay on board," says Hammerax president John Stannard. "His extraordinary style and technique will make a great addition to our team." Primus... - February 05, 2011 - Hammerax
Cedille Records Announces 2011 Release Schedule
Cedille Records, the Grammy Award-winning, Chicago-based independent classical record label, has announced its CD releases for 2011. Cedille’s first new album of the year, "In Eleanor’s Words: Music of Stacy Garrop" (CDR 90000 122), arrives February 22. Garrop is a... - February 04, 2011 - Cedille Records
Rare Image Worldwide Records & Management Announces That The Kul Will Perform Live at the 2011 Stars and Strikes Celebrity Bowling Bash During Super Bowl XLV Week
Sara Anne Events & Marketing in association with Rare Image Worldwide Records & Management announces the scheduled performance of The Kul at The 2011 Stars and Strikes Celebrity Bowling Bash during Super Bowl XLV Week in Arlington, Texas. - February 04, 2011 - Rare Image Worldwide Records & Management
UK Art Rockers Scumbag Philosopher Are Set to Release Their Debut Self-Titled Single on the 28th March on US Label Words on Music
Formerly known as F*ck Dress, the Norwich, UK-based avant garde rockers re-emerge as Scumbag Philosopher with their self-titled single produced by Phil Vinall (Placebo, Pulp. Elastica) on US indie label Words on Music on the 28th March 2011. - February 04, 2011 - Scumbag Philosopher
Love is in the Air at Pala February 12 with Bella Donna
Bella Donna, A Tribute to Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac set to perform Valentines Day Weekend show in the Grand Cabaret. - February 03, 2011 - Bella Donna Rumours of Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac
New Black Music Artist Niva the Soul Diva Partners with Ayo Shittu Fashions
Urban Hip Hop Soul Singer Niva forges a creative partnership with the "UrbanChic" fashion line of Ayo Shittu. - February 03, 2011 - New Black Music.net
Rachel Platten Signs with Rock Ridge Music, New Album Coming in April
New York City-based musician Rachel Platten has signed with Rock Ridge Music and plans to release an album, entitled “Be Here,” on April 26, 2011. - February 03, 2011 - Rock Ridge Music
DougSimpson Hosting DJ Illside's Coming Straight From Da Realside 2
Ironhorse Music Group LLC producer/recording artist DougSimpson to host Coming Straight From The Realside 2 Mixtape - February 03, 2011 - Ironhorse Music Group LLC
Koffeehouse Music Produces Largest Evening of Independent Music in the History of The Sundance Film Festival
2nd Annual “Koffeehouse Chateau” Event Named in “Top 10 Parties of Sundance 2011” by Film.com - February 03, 2011 - Koffeehouse Music
GadgetBoost.com Launches Verizon iPhone Central Loaded with Information, News and Accessories for the Upcoming Launch
GadgetBoost.com's Verizon iPhone information hub contains the most up-to-date information available on the web to include areas dedicated to the Verision iPhone buyers guide, buying schedule, purchasing details, iPhone tips, AT&T vs. Verizon comparisons, FAQs, getting started guide, and a vast catalog of iPhone accessories and innovative products to help customers get the most out of their Verizon iPhone from announcement to purchase to advanced usage. - January 30, 2011 - GadetBoost.com
SOUL LOUNGE USA Launches an Event in Brooklyn, New York, with Open Mic + Live Soul Featuring Interscope Artist Jaiden & More
SOUL LOUNGE USA launches its first New York City Franchise in Brooklyn starting Friday, February 11 at Southpaw located at 125 5th Avenue at 8pm. This event will feature the well-known hip and Live urban music, open mic and grassroots vibe Soul Lounge has established in several cities throughout... - January 29, 2011 - SOUL LOUNGE USA
Red Flower Media Signs Pacific Records and British Rock Band "Men and Gods"
Online brand promotion company, Red Flower Media, is pleased to announce their partnership with California-based Pacific Records to promote the English band, Men and Gods. - January 29, 2011 - Red Flower Media
Long Island Country Recording Artist Lisa Matassa Featured on Newsday.com
Lisa Matassa, pioneer of the Long Island Country sound, is featured in a highly trafficked Newsday.com video segment. - January 28, 2011 - LMA Productions, Inc.
Learn How to Protect Your Creative Assets at SXSW, March 11-20, 2011
Jennifer Reuting, Best Selling Author of Limited Liability Companies For Dummies™, and founder of nation’s leading entity formation company specializing in LLC and Corporation formations in all 50 states, MyLLC.com®, to educate festival attendees on the importance of protecting their music, films and creative projects during the renowned weeklong SXSW® festival. - January 28, 2011 - MyLLC.com
New Black Music.net Singer Songwriter Niva the Soul Diva Endorses the Kia Soul
Urban music entertainer Niva the Soul diva adopts the Kia Soul as the official Soul mobile. - January 28, 2011 - New Black Music.net
Ambient Artist Diamond Gloss Releases His Debut Album on Fluttery Records
Diamond Gloss’ debut album Bears is released by Fluttery Records. He incorporates elements of modern classical, electronica, idm, ambient, and post-rock music with live instrumentation. - January 28, 2011 - Fluttery Records
NYC Acclaimed Power Rock Groups Pillow Theory and Lachi to Perform at Mercury Lounge (February 7th at 9pm)
The critically praised pop-rock artist Lachi and highly acclaimed hard rock group Pillow Theory will perform Monday February 7th at 9pm at the renowned Mercury Lounge (217 E Houston, NY NY) - January 27, 2011 - Lachi
Chicago Jazz Legends to Appear at the Erie Art Museum
Members of the Chicago-based Ethnic Heritage Ensemble are no strangers to Erie, and the group will again deliver some of the most prolific jazz, with their signature exploratory improvisation, when they perform live at the Erie Art Museum, Sunday, February 27, 2011 at 4pm. Internationally renowned... - January 26, 2011 - Erie Art Museum
Jazz and Electronic Beats to Combine in Trio Tarana's Performance at the Erie Art Museum
Hailing from Brooklyn, NY, Trio Tarana will take the stage at the Erie Art Museum, Friday, March 4, 2011 at 8 p.m. in the Multipurpose room. The indie group, led by percussionist/composer Ravish Momin, mixes violin, cello and percussion, and electronic laptop beats, creating a formula for their... - January 26, 2011 - Erie Art Museum
TrOyMaN is the New "Hip Hop Grows Up, Inc." Ambassador
Hip Hop Grows Up, Inc. introduces its 2011 Ambassador TrOyMaN. - January 26, 2011 - Hip Hop Grows Up Inc
Singer/Songwriter Justin Klump to Release Two Songs
Portland Oregon's Justin Klump releases two new songs to radio. - January 26, 2011 - Dean K Productions
The Executivemix Strikes a Hit with The nEcKeD cHiCkEn Partnership
As The Executivemix vaulted into the future and expanded its demographic reach to encompass a broader more sophisticated music listening public it developed a need to also partner with a mainstream music entity to further expand its business model and brand. This led CEO Maxx Scholz to enter into a partnership with World renowned event producer and music industry consultant Joshua Trump aka “The nEcKeD cHiCkEn.” Joshua Trump also is the CEO of Vendible Broker. - January 26, 2011 - Vendible Broker
myRMX Launches Its App at Nokia's Ovi Store
myRMX® announces the launch of myRMX for Nokia Smartphones. An entirely new mobile music experience is ready to be downloaded from Nokia’s Ovi store. - January 26, 2011 - myRMX
California Copyright Conference Latin Music Panel in Los Angeles
With a fact-packed presentation open to everyone in the music industry, the California Copyright Conference will examine "Music En Espanol" on the evening of February 8 in Sherman Oaks (Los Angeles). Everyone with an interest in the Latin music market will want to hear the latest inside... - January 26, 2011 - California Copyright Conference
Jazz Pianist Ayako Shirasaki Launches New Website with a CD Giveaway
Frequent finalist in major U.S. jazz piano competitions and internationally performing jazz pianist Ayako Shirasaki has launched her new website, www.ayakoshirasaki.com. The website features everything Ayako related. Biography, News, Schedule, Discography store-implemented, Video & Media. Fans... - January 25, 2011 - Jan Matthies Music Management
"If I Can't Have You" by Dalyx on Electro Boy Inc Records
"If I Can't Have You" by recording artist Dalyx on Electro Boy Inc Records hits domestic and international music download networks. - January 25, 2011 - Electro Boy Inc Records
Brain Damage Films Launches Record Label Brain Damage Music by Signing Reign of Vengeance
Reign of Vengeance signs with Brain Damage Music - January 25, 2011 - Brain Damage Music
SongDoor 2010 Int'l. Songwriting Competition Winners Are Announced
The winners of the SongDoor 2010 International Songwriting Competition have been announced: the Grand Award has gone to Ryan Martinez of Los Angeles, California, for the song "You Didn't Break Me." Entries were received from 21 countries on four continents. “It's ironic that Ryan... - January 24, 2011 - SongDoor
Glory Crampton's Unusual Way CD Released
In her first solo recording, a romantic gift for any time, the distinguished soprano sings her favorite, Broadway show tunes, accompanied by the The National Symphony Orchestra (Abbey Road Studios, England). - January 23, 2011 - Glory Crampton
The Secret of Music's New Buzz Kings; Tito Deville Band
MTV stars Tito Deville Band have come together to party rock music lovers all across the nation with innovative live performance shows and DJ sets never seen before. - January 22, 2011 - Tito Deville Band
World Sound Healing Day Feb. 14, 2011 - A Sonic Valentine for the Earth
Join hundreds of thousands throughout the planet for the 9th Annual World World Sound Healing Day on Monday, February 14, 2011. At 12 noon Eastern Time, sound AH for 5 minutes created and projected with the energy of compassion and love. Send AH as a Sonic Valentine to Gaia, our Mother Earth. At that time, please go to Temple of Sacred Sound online (see link below) to enhance the vibratory effect as we sound together for planetary peace and harmony. - January 22, 2011 - Healing Sounds
DirectRooms.com – Eilat Welcomes World’s Best Classical Artists for Special Concert Series Between 17 and 26 March 2011
DirectRooms.com reveals that Eilat will play host to the leading classical music performers from around the world, during a ten day festival that will comprise 20 concerts by three orchestras and 20 world class soloists. - January 21, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
Eyran Records Releases Classical Meets Jazz: Pictures at an Exhibition, American Premiere in Jordan Hall on DVD
Eyran Records announces the DVD release of Classical Meets Jazz: Pictures at an Exhibition, American Premiere in Jordan Hall, a live concert by jazz and classical pianists, Eyran Katsenelenbogen and Andrei Ivanovitch. - January 20, 2011 - Eyran Records
Joe Blessett Sets Release Date for the Long Awaited Singapore Nights. Smooth Contemporary Jazz Reserved for Quality Audio Systems.
Joe Blessett sets release date for Singapore Nights and dedicated it to a friend & all others who lost their life to a silent killer. - January 19, 2011 - Joe Blessett Music
New Book Examines the Life and Times of The Guitar Wall
Zapoppin Media releases new book by Jeffrey D Brown, the creator of The Guitar Wall. - January 19, 2011 - Zapoppin Media
Unprecedented Club Kaya Reunion Featuring DJ Nabs & All Star Line Up of Top Atlanta DJs
Industry veteran DJ Nabs, known in the music business as Atlanta’s “Hip Hop Historian” will bring together the top Atlanta deejays from Club Kaya for an unprecedented event on Friday, January 21, 2011. The reunion, which will be held at Club 595 North in Atlanta, is one of many... - January 19, 2011 - Dj Nabs In The Lab
Recording Studios In Nashville Makes Life Easier for Musicians
recordingstudiosinnashville.com launches to help organize the mass of recording studios in the area. - January 19, 2011 - Recording Studios In Nashville
Goose Creek Music Nominated for Washington Area Music Awards
Loudoun County media company Goose Creek Music and Entertainment has been nominated for Washington Area Record Company of the Year, and its releases for Billy Coulter and Jimmy Gaudreau were nominated for Best Roots Rock Recording and Best Bluegrass Recording respectively by the Washington Area... - January 18, 2011 - Goose Creek Music & Entertainment
A Journey Down The Well Releases Music Video for “New Abondened Places On Earth”
Fluttery Records artist A Journey Down The Well releases a new music video. - January 18, 2011 - Fluttery Records
Local Talent Shines in the UK’s Biggest Original Music Competition
Diamant Ballou (17) from Grays, Essex has wowed the judging panel of the UK’s biggest original music competition and sailed through the audition stage of Live and Unsigned. Diamant will be competing against the most talented bands and artists in the country at the Regional Final showcase of Live and Unsigned 2011. - January 18, 2011 - Diamant Ballou
Long Island Country Artist Lisa Matassa Chosen as Reverbnation.com Featured Artist
Lisa Matassa, pioneer of the "Long Island Country" sound is currently a featured artist on the popular music website, ReverbNation. - January 17, 2011 - LMA Productions, Inc.
Milow the Girl Days of Power Tour to Raise Awareness for the Humane Society of the United States Puppy Mill Campaign
Realize Records' recording artist Milow the Girl, in partnership with The Humane Society of the United States, will be raising awareness to the cruelty of puppy mills throughout her worldwide tour. - January 14, 2011 - Realize Records
Realize Records' L. U. V. Releases Self-Titled CD at Proud Galleries with Band of Skulls
British-based band L.U.V. plays at Proud Galleries at their CD release party for "L.U.V." Special guests, Band of Skulls will attend the event. Jimmy Sweet, former member of Hot Hot Heat and lead singer of L.U.V. is the mastermind behind the sexy new band. - January 13, 2011 - Realize Records
Shostakovich’s Late Film Scores on Screen and on Stage at the University of Chicago
Department of Music, Film Studies Center Emphasizes Importance of Arts on Campus, in Community - January 13, 2011 - University of Chicago Department of Music
Award-Winning Singer Songwriter Billy Coulter Releases CD: "Trace: Live at Goose Creek"
Goose Creek Entertainment is proud to announce the third CD release from award-winning singer/songwriter Billy Coulter. This album was recorded live in May 2010 and contains six previously unreleased tracks, as well as a veritable “best of” collection of six more favorites from his first two CDs. - January 11, 2011 - Goose Creek Music & Entertainment