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Margaret Cho Dependent on likeZEBRA
Famed Comedian Promotes Debut Album on the Popular Indie Music Hub - August 26, 2010 - likeZEBRA
LT Moe Productions and Prema LaNay Combine for Music Licensing Project
LT Moe Productions teams up with Prema LaNay for a Licensing-Only Project creating a dance experience not usually available from the two's individual projects which have included Ludacris, Snoop Dogg, and Organized Noize. - August 25, 2010 - PLANAY
Indamixx Portable Studio Refreshes It's Line of Mobile Music Making Netbooks. Portable Linux Daw, Releases It's Fastest Netbook to Date.
Trinity Audio Group Inc.'s Indamixx featuring Transmission 4.0, a custom audio OS aimed at the professional recording and DJ market ships pre-installed on faster Intel Atom based Netbook. Linux based product now available at Retailers such as Musician's Friend and Guitar Center. - August 24, 2010 - trinity audio group inc.
Off the Record: The Fold Officially Joins likeZEBRA.com
Popular band, The Fold, leverages online indie music hub, likeZEBRA and thrives without label. - August 24, 2010 - likeZEBRA
Instrumental Guitarist Randy Ellefson to Release Two New Albums
Randy Ellefson will release two instrumental albums titled Serenade of Strings and The Lost Art on September 14th 2010. The first is all acoustic guitar while the second is classical guitar. Songs from both albums are available for download now at www.randyellefson.com. - August 24, 2010 - Randy Ellefson
Ted Nugent Cult Classic Covered for Fat Girl Tribute Album
Founding Twisted Sister guitarist Jay Jay French, Tuff vocalist Stevie Rachelle and longtime W.A.S.P. drummer Stet Howland contribute a new recording of the Ted Nugent cult favorite "Thunder Thighs" for the upcoming tribute album from SplitScreen Entertainment, "Whole Lotta Love: An All-Star Salute To Fat Chicks." - August 22, 2010 - SplitScreen Entertainment
From MikaMousie Media: The Hamptons, NYC Edition: The Greek Event of the Summer
The Zeta Psi Chapter of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. hosts the annual "All White Party" in Sag Harbor. - August 21, 2010 - MikaMousie Media
Jimi Hendrix—The King of Rock N' Soul
New book shows how Jimi's music expanded deep into other genres besides Rock. Jimi Hendrix is known the world over as the greatest Rock Guitarist to have ever lived. However, his music cannot be caged into one musical genre. - August 21, 2010 - Plain Talk 2010
Eclectic English Rockers The Scratch Re-Issue Their Debut Album ‘DIY’ on the 10th October 2010 on Ponyland Records
Not ones to sit still, UK art-punk band The Scratch re-release their 2004 debut album 'D.I.Y' on their own Ponyland Records while writing new material, performing various summer festivals and landing 2 consecutive UK Tourdates #1 singles. - August 21, 2010 - The Scratch
Independent Rapper Peppaboy’s Life Unveiled
An independent rapper, Peppaboy Trill McCoy, is the headlining artist of Colacoast Entertanment LLC. His music reflects his adventurous life in Florida and his expeditions throughout the country during his performances and recording sessions. - August 21, 2010 - Colacoast Entertainment
New Social Voyeurs Write Love Song for the Unemployed
Some people react to being laid off with anger, some with despair. Rob Sobol of New Social Voyeurs reacted by writing a song, “Keep Keeping the Faith.” “A whole lot of folks like you and me were or are suffering very quietly, trying incredibly hard to find a new job, they need to... - August 20, 2010 - New Social Voyeurs
Meeting Of Important People Release New EP on iTunes This Week, Stream Entire Record Exclusively on AOL Spinner
Pittsburgh, PA trio Meeting Of Important People partner with Authentik Artists for release of new EP Quit Music which is now available online. Tastemaker music site AOL Spinner hosting exclusive full EP stream. - August 20, 2010 - Authentik Artists Inc.
New Black Music.net Singer Songwriter Niva Performing at the Best Buy Concert Series
Niva the Soul Diva will be headlining the best buy live free concert in Harlem, New York. - August 20, 2010 - New Black Music.net
Ron Kaye's Music Instruction Expands Its Performance Band Experience
The Pensacola area’s very first Performance Band Program (Since 2005) is Now Open to All students of Ron Kaye’s Music Instruction. - August 19, 2010 - Ron Kaye's Music Instruction
Win the New Ayako Shirasaki CD Set for Release September 7th by Jan Matthies Records
"Falling Leaves - Live in Hamburg" is the 4th CD by jazz pianist Ayako Shirasaki. Liner Notes by Marc Myers, JazzWax.com. Get the chance to win the CD by subscribing to her free newsletter. - August 18, 2010 - Jan Matthies Music Management
Recording Artist Janid to Release Her Fourth CD, "Alias"
Zonisphere Records has announced Electronica recording artist Janid’s fourth studio album, “Alias,” will be released on December 14, 2010, one day before her birthday. - August 17, 2010 - Zonisphere Music Group
Trucking Anthem Song and CD Title, "When the Big Rigs Don’t Roll" Joins Trucking Radio Internet Host Allen Smith for a "Live" CD Release Party
Internet radio show host, Allen Smith, of Truth About Trucking "Live" joins forces with song writers David Ayers and Barry Allen of Allen & Ayers Productions, to promote and celebrate the release of "When the Big Rigs Don’t Roll," one of the most powerful and influential trucking CD's to be released in decades. Ayers and Allen have been seen on Fox News, CNN, The NY Times, Cox news, as well as numerous other media, and will be on the air "Live" on August 18th to share the release of their CD. - August 16, 2010 - Truth About Trucking LLC
Prophet & The Cowboys of Apocalypse Receives 2010 Phoenix Music Awards ‘Record of the Year’ Award for Maiden Album Release "The Edge"
Prophet & The Cowboys of Apocalypse receives 2010 Phoenix Music Awards ‘Record of the Year’ award for maiden album release "The Edge." Produced by Prophet and co-produced and engineered by Larry Elyea at Mind’s Eye Digital Studio in Tempe, Arizona. The awards ceremony will be held November 18, 2010 at the Paramount Theater located on the Paramount Studios lot in Hollywood, California. - August 14, 2010 - St. Madness
New CCC Board Announces Schedule of 2010-2011 Events
Panels, presentations and discussions on all aspects of the music business are planned by the California Copyright Conference for monthly events in Los Angeles. - August 14, 2010 - California Copyright Conference
Things Are 'Shakin' Up at Martini in the Morning on Friday
The Bartender’s from Daddy-O’s Martini’s are joining Brad ‘Martini’ Chambers in the Martini In The Morning studio on Friday Morning. John Apodaca will introduce his latest vintage cocktail discoveries and new creations live on the air. - August 13, 2010 - Standard Media Group
Mika's "Big Girl (You Are Beautiful)" Covered for Fat Girl Tribute Album
Trixter guitarist Steve Brown puts a rock spin on the hit single "Big Girl (You Are Beautiful)," made famous by current pop sensation Mika, on the upcoming tribute album from SplitScreen Entertainment, "Whole Lotta Love: An All-Star Salute To Fat Chicks." - August 13, 2010 - SplitScreen Entertainment
Daville Entertainment Management Signs The Darkside, the Newest Kids on the Block
Ron Campbell and his Management Company Daville Entertainment, LLC is proud to announce the signing of The Darkside Writing Team. - August 13, 2010 - Daville Entertainment, LLC
DirectRooms.com – Guns N’ Roses Perform for One Night on 27 September 2010 in Prague
DirectRooms.com announces that Guns N’ Roses will be heading to Prague as part of the band’s European ‘Chinese Democracy’ tour. - August 13, 2010 - DirectRooms.com
The Sheet Music Catalogue at load.cd Comprises More Than 30'000 Titles for Direct Download
The online-shop of the music-platform Load.CD now offers more than 30’000 items, all sheet music is directly downloadable as PDF file. The main catalogue contains all titles that the members of the platform offer. - August 13, 2010 - Load.CD GmbH
KLW Records Announces the Release of Aysha's EP "Stay With Me" | August 24th, 2010
KLW Records' R&B/Jazz Vocalist, Aysha Returns with Another Stimulating Release "Stay With Me" - August 12, 2010 - KLW Records
Derr Designs Cover Art for CD Honoring “Underground Railroad”
Internationally exhibited artist David Derr of D2 Studios has just completed the CD packaging art for the latest work from composer Tim Janis. “Music of Freedom and Hope” honors the National Underground Railroad Museum Freedom Center in Cincinnati, OH. - August 12, 2010 - D2 Studios
EMIT’s Music is Getting International Exposure
Recently Emit's music has been featured in several international podcast shows. With Reviewers hailing them with keeping Rock alive and well! Reviewers are saying their music is cutting edge, but can also do a tune that is radio as well as podcast worthy. - August 12, 2010 - Emit
On the Rise; Tampa Bay Area Singer/Songwriter, Hana-Li, Emerges 'From the Dark'
Up and coming Tampa Bay area singer/songwriter, Hana-li, preps for her debut EP release on August 21st at Crowbar in Ybor City. - August 12, 2010 - Hana-li
Stop! Drop! Hip Hop and Rock Showcase at Orpheum Theatre Foxboro
The Orpheum Theatre Foxboro announces that the Stop! Drop! Hip-Hop and Rock Showcase will perform for one night only on August 21, 2010. This showcase will feature New England's up-and-coming acts, including Political Extinction, Pulse, Stop Ready, Krazed, Protege, and Erratik. Tickets are on sale through their box office at 1-800-838-3006 or online at www.brownpapertickets.com. - August 11, 2010 - The Foxboro Orpheum Theatre
Violinist Diana Yukawa Headlines Picnic Concerts
English Heritage Picnic Concerts, as part of the Summer Proms, is one of the largest and most respected music events of the summer. This past Saturday saw thousands of people descend upon Kenwood House and the beautiful surroundings of Hampstead Heath to witness the young award-winning violinist... - August 11, 2010 - Diana Yukawa
Innovative Resource for Practicing Guitar Helps Guitar Players to Progress Faster
Guitar players learn how to make a lot more progress with the help of the most advanced guitar practice tool. - August 10, 2010 - Tom Hess Music Corporation
Arvel Bird to Entertain Audiences at the Lucius Woods Performing Arts Center
“Lord of the Strings” Arvel Bird, a classically trained violinist and Native American flutist with a flawless talent and a passion to inspire audiences worldwide, will headline the Music in the Park Series at the Lucius Woods Performance Arts Center, Solon Springs, WI, on Saturday, August 14, at 7 p.m. - August 10, 2010 - Arvel Bird
New Zealand Band Ross Royce Rock the Famous Whiskey a Gogo
New Zealand band Ross Royce perform a blistering set at the famous Whiskey a Gogo in L.A last Saturday night to fans and music industry figures. - August 10, 2010 - Ross Royce
Saint Avarice Raise Awareness for Cancer Through the Life Giving Project
Saint Avarice are on a life altering assignment to change the face of heavy metal music with their "Life Giving Project." The project will raise awareness and money to help the families of children suffering with cancer. Armed with their debut single, "Malice to Alice," the... - August 09, 2010 - Saint Avarice
Multiple Award Winning New Age / Classical Crossover Artist Catya Maré Goes Wacky Electronica
The Hollywood Music in Media Award and Billboard World Song Contest winner Catya Maré is ready to put out her next album, which is going to be a flirtingly humorous, sexy & slightly wacky CD, titled "Tell Me Why..." To be in stores by September 8th, 2010. A preview is available at http:// www.catyamare.com - August 08, 2010 - Catya Maré Music
Martini in the Morning is Creating New Interactive Internet Radio Stations
MartiniInTheMorning.com is a dynamic interactive Internet radio station that delivers a contemporary, cool version of The Great American Songbook to a global community. MartiniInTheMorning.com is a one stop source for information about the music and the performers of this American standard. - August 07, 2010 - Standard Media Group
VH1 Host Channels Sir Mix-A-Lot for Fat Girl Tribute Album
Comedian Don Jamieson, co-host of "That Metal Show" on VH1 Classic, performs a rap/rock version of "Baby Got Back" on the upcoming tribute album from SplitScreen Entertainment, "Whole Lotta Love: An All-Star Salute To Fat Chicks." - August 06, 2010 - SplitScreen Entertainment
Thirteen Double E Promotions Artist’s Chart on Three National Radio Charts for August of 2010
Double E Promotions celebrates having thirteen artists make their mark on three national gospel radio charts for August of 2010 with Sandra Dee’s single “Lost And Found” reaching the #7 spot on the Christian Voice Country Gospel Top 100 chart. Thirteen Double E Artist singles... - August 06, 2010 - Double E Promotions
Waymasters First Radio Single, “I Know A Man” Bursts on to the National Christian Voice Country Gospel Top 100 Chart
Perry Edge, President of Double E Promotions is proud to announce that Double E Promotions client, The Waymasters, have burst onto the national Christian Voice Country Gospel Top 100 chart with their first release to radio. After just two months their single “I Know A Man,” debuted at... - August 06, 2010 - Double E Promotions
Sullivan’s Steak House to Host CD Release Party for Smooth Jazz Guitarist John Carey November 7, 2010
New Indi label Gico music celebrates the release of John Carey’s new smooth jazz CD single “Out On the Town.” - August 06, 2010 - Gico Music
Music Industry Veteran Kaydean Launches New Internet Radio Show
After 20 years in the music industry, renowned record producer Kaydean is helping a new generation of recording artists by making his debut as a radio show host. His first Internet radio show, Indie Artist v2.0, is scheduled to air Tuesdays at 11 p.m. on Blog Talk Radio beginning August 17. - August 06, 2010 - Zonisphere Music Group
Generosity Records "Band From TV" – One Year Sponsorships and Licensing Available for November 9, 2010 Release of “Hoggin’ All The Covers Unleashed"
Sponsorships and licensing are now available for The Band From TV CD and DVD, “Hoggin’ All The Covers, Unleashed” slated for November 9, 2010 release. The Band From TV, CD and DVD includes a powerhouse of well-known and acclaimed actors including: Greg Grunberg (drums), a veteran of shows such as "Alias", "Felicity" and "Heroes" and stars in the upcoming NBC show "Love Bites"; Hugh Laurie (keyboards), currently starring in the FOX hit "House"; James Denton (guitar)... - August 05, 2010 - Generosity Records
MusicDish*China Sponsors "Small World" Shanghai Word Expo Tour
Tomas Will be Performing for an Estimated Audience of 50-70,000 During 3 Shows at the World Expo. - August 05, 2010 - MusicDish LLC
Jireh Records Recording Artist B.DOT is Set to Release is New Single "Belief Over Fame"
New single to be released nationwide out of Maryland. - August 05, 2010 - Jireh Records
SloFunkPump Releases Sophomore Record "Jukebox"
New video "Highway Of Song" launches new SloFunkPump record - August 05, 2010 - SloFunkPump
The 2008 ICM “Songwriting of the Year,” Award Winner, Kris Miller Has Joined the Double E Promotions Roster
Award winning Christian Country artist, Kris Miller has joined the Double E Promotions roster. The song, “I’m Listening Now” with special guest vocalist, Eric Hinson from the famous Hinson Family will be Miller’s first single with Double E Promotions and be featured on their August release of Compilation Disk #154. - August 04, 2010 - Double E Promotions
Abhijeet Bhattacharya Joins Panel of Experts for Online Bollywood Singer Contest
Offering a chance at a level playing field, this contest gives contestants the chance to get their talent noticed. Lafango's "Bollywood Singer-2010" is sure to make waves in the talent community. - August 04, 2010 - Lafango
Double E Promotions Releases Compilation Disk #154, with the Extra Track "The Eagles Fall" by Brett Hill
Perry Edge, President of Double E Promotions, is proud to announce the release of compilation disk #154 to radio with the addition of extra track, "The Eagle’s Fall," theme song of the AAIA/Eagle's Fall Rally, by award winning artist, Brett Hill. Disc #154 features following songs... - August 04, 2010 - Double E Promotions
Former Warner Bros. Recording Artist, Jeff Dugan Joins the Double E Promotions Roster
Perry Edge, President of Double E Promotions is proud to announce the addition of former Warner Bros. recording artist Jeff Dugan, to the Double E Promotions team. "From The Star To The Cross" will be Jeff’s first single with Double E and will be featured on the August release of... - August 04, 2010 - Double E Promotions
Christian Country’s “Little Giant,” Jamie Coulter Joins the Double E Promotions Roster
Christian Country’s “Little Giant”, Jamie Coulter, has joined the Double E Promotions roster. Perry Edge, President of Double E Promotions is proud to announce the addition of "There’s Someone Who Cares" as Jamie’s first single with Double E and will be... - August 04, 2010 - Double E Promotions