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Blue Microphones Announces the Blue MOB Artist Community
Blue’s exclusive music community (the MOB) are users and fans of Blue Microphones who are supported by Blue through strategic partners, retailers, performance opportunities and more. - August 04, 2010 - Blue Microphones
International Pop Superstar and Tropical Recording Artist Pascal G. Announced That His Hugely Successful Tale Of Lola European Tour Has Been Extended to Fall
Following his upcoming live concert dates this month in the UK and Switzerland, Pascal G. will appear on Tenero Music Nights, followed by new dates this fall on the “3 Countries Parade” tour in Austria, Germany and Switzerland, before returning again to Switzerland to play live in November this year. - August 03, 2010 - Sunset Corporation of America
Nikki News States That Cabarete is Now on the Jet Set Map with the Opening of Nikki Beach
Cabarete Dominican Republic is now officially a Jet Set location with the installment of Nikki Beach with dinner guests Sir Richard Branson and his family - August 02, 2010 - Nikki News
Fat Girl Tribute Album Celebrates Curves with "All Lips N' Hips"
Danger Danger frontman Ted Poley and Vic Rivera perform the Electric Boys hit "All Lips N' Hips" on the upcoming tribute album "Whole Lotta Love: An All-Star Salute To Fat Chicks." - August 02, 2010 - SplitScreen Entertainment
Diana Yukawa Opens Jam Dubai
When other people are going on vacation, Diana Yukawa’s going to work. “Heathrow’s particularly busy today,” comments Diana Yukawa, down the phone from London, as she waits to board her Dubai flight for tonight’s show. “There’s huge groups of teenagers on... - August 02, 2010 - Diana Yukawa
The Kumpnee Release Their First Single 'Under a Spell'
Sydney based New Zealand Hip Hop group The Kumpnee, have released their first single ‘Under a Spell’ from their upcoming self funded debut album ‘The Kumpnee Ball’ which is due for release in September 2010. Founding members of The Kumpnee, Josh Gage and Ronnie Lavender... - August 01, 2010 - The Kumpnee
Fat Girl Tribute Album Adds Kiss Cover by C.C. Banana & Friends
Rock & roll comic C.C. Banana performs the Kiss track "Spit" on the upcoming tribute album "Whole Lotta Love: An All-Star Salute To Fat Chicks." - August 01, 2010 - SplitScreen Entertainment
U.S. Army Soldier 'Mista Latex' Joins Current Sunset Roster Mate and U.S. Army Soldier, ‘Nikko Starr’ by Signing a Recording Deal
U.S. Army Soldier 'Mista Latex' joins current Sunset roster mate and U.S. Army Soldier, 'Nikko Starr' by signing a Recording Deal from their respective Forward Operating Bases (FOB) in Afghanistan. Don Lichterman, the head of Sunset closes his second recording deal with the second staff sergeant... - August 01, 2010 - Sunset Corporation of America
Emit Releases Singles for Summer Album Compilation
Local Oklahoma City band, Emit, has been releasing singles at the first of each month. These singles are leading up to a new album which will be released near the end of the summer of 2010. Emit is comprised of two cousins, Brian and Caleb Collins, along with Austin Brimacombe and Benjamin... - August 01, 2010 - Emit
The Members Are Back
The Members, the band that bought you the MTV hit "Working Girl" are back. The Members release "Live in Berlin" in The USA. The Members Digital Catalogue Finally available on iTunes It was 1979 when The Members first hit the US with what was then called the "2nd British... - July 31, 2010 - The Members
Fat Girl Tribute Album Reveals Size-Positive Cover Art
SplitScreen Entertainment has revealed the cover art of its upcoming tribute album "Whole Lotta Love: An All-Star Salute To Fat Chicks." Inspired by the art of 19th century painter William Rimmer, the new rendition was created by eminent pop artist Les Toil, known for his bold and beautiful "big girl" pin-up art. - July 31, 2010 - SplitScreen Entertainment
Darren Farris Releases a New Single After a Three Year Break
GRM Records/Gypsy Rock Media is set to release Darren Farris' new studio single "Thief of Hearts" August 8th, 2010. - July 31, 2010 - Gypsy Rock Media
The King Country 2010 Prestigious Entertainer of the Year, Brett Hill Has Joined the Double E Promotions Roster
Award winning Christian Country artist, Brett Hill has joined the Double E Promotions roster. Releasing to radio in August, “Boots And The Bible” will be Brett’s first Double E single on the compilation disk #154. “The Double E Promotions team is very excited to have such... - July 31, 2010 - Double E Promotions
Mbop Roster's Taste to Release Going Live! Spectacular
One of the leading players in the pioneering Irish blues scene and featuring original members John Wilson and Richard McCracken, Mbop roster's Taste are to release a live album from their San Francisco concert in front of 30,000 fans. - July 31, 2010 - Mbop global
Prepare for the Outpour
This summer, The Joshua Generation Youth Ministry of Mt. Sinai Cathedral C.O.G.I.C presents Youth Conference 2010, a three-day conference dedicated to empowering this generation to advanced The Kingdom through powerful messages, musical performances, and empowerment workshops beginning August 5, 2010 - July 31, 2010 - Mt. Sinai Cathedral COGIC
Rachel Fine Performed Live for the MacDella Cooper Foundation's "Champions of Education" Benefit at the Mercedes Benz Polo Challenge
Segal Family Foundation and the Argentine Estate Winery Doña Paula sponsored the 2010 "Champions of Education" Benefit performance by Rachel Fine, following the Mercedes Benz Polo Challenge Opening Day at Blue Star Jet Field in Bridgehampton, NY on Saturday, July 24th. - July 31, 2010 - Sunset Corporation of America
International Pop Singer, Jose Hendrix Creates World Pop CD Collaborating Virtually Across Two Continents
African artist Jose Hendrix and American songwriting team Mye-Isle Productions launch virtual recording partnership that combines cultures, languages and musical styles using the Internet. - July 30, 2010 - Mye-Isle Productions
Erie Art Museum Blues & Jazz Festival Family Performer to Lead Workshops
In conjunction with the Erie Art Museum Blues & Jazz Festival, the Museum is hosting Hal Walker, family performance act and harmonica extraordinaire, in a four-day residency. Walker composes and improvises on the piano, guitar, voice, concertina, harmonica, jaw harp, and the khaen (a mouth... - July 30, 2010 - Erie Art Museum
Steve Garcia’s Debut CD, ‘8 West’ is Set to be Released Globally Through Sunset Records on August 24th
Sunset Recording artist, Steve Garcia, sets up his “8 West” ten (10) song full length CD, to be released all over the world, on August 24, 2010. Musically, Steve Garcia is one of the most developed acoustic guitarists and singer songwriters that are breaking into the pop music scene... - July 30, 2010 - Sunset Corporation of America
Up and Coming Musician Secures Contract with Independent Music Company Hip Muzik
Musician and composer Ron Perovich begins work with innovative music house, Hip Muzik - July 29, 2010 - Hip Muzik
Enliven Group LLC Teams Up with Music Education Website MikesLessons.com
Utah based Internet marketing firm, Enliven Group LLC has joined forces with MikesLessons.com, a groundbreaking website offering music education to drummers from beginning to advanced skill levels. - July 29, 2010 - Enliven Group LLC
Bee Gees Legend Robin Gibb to Tour South America in December 2010
Gabe Reed Productions confirms that Bee Gees legend will tour South America in December 2010. - July 28, 2010 - Gabe Reed Productions
Sunset Signs Production and Distribution Deal with Memphis Based Booker and Live Music Promoter, Papa G. Records
Memphis based record label, promoter, booker and Production Company, Maverick Group Marketing Inc. (MGM) / Papa G. Records and Sunset Records / Sunset Distribution Company have announced today an exclusive worldwide distribution deal through Sunset Records / Sunset Distribution Company. The multi... - July 28, 2010 - Sunset Corporation of America
Excess dB Entertainment Presents: Taylor Hicks, American Idol Winner, Performing at Mexicali Live in Teaneck, NJ on 7/31
Platinum selling recording artist, American Idol winner and Broadway star, Taylor Hicks will perform live in Teaneck, NJ at Mexicali Live on Saturday, July 31st. - July 28, 2010 - Excess dB Entertainment
DBZ Guitars Launches ‘The DBZ Experience’
DBZ Guitars launches their new interactive website, “The DBZ Experience” and it is live as of this morning at www.dbzguitars.com/experience. Viewers should click the full screen option in the lower right corner for the full experience. “The DBZ Experience” is inspired by... - July 28, 2010 - DBZ Guitars
West Covina Symphony Presents "East Meets West," a Concert of Communities and Cultures
The West Covina Symphony presents a celebration of the diverse cultures in our communities, the coming together of people, young and old from all walks of life, to celebrate their cultures and their music. Saturday August 28, 2010 at 7:30pm at the Sophia B. Clarke Theater at Mt. San Antonio College in Walnut, CA. - July 26, 2010 - West Covina Symphony Orchestra
Gravity Music Group Drops First Single "Tonight"
Gravity Music Group releases first song "Tonight" by Ashley Di'Amante featuring GQ. This production team is based out of Northern Ca. - July 26, 2010 - Gravity Music Group
AutoWeb Technologies Announces the Launch of the New Paredescats.com Web Site for the Band Paredes Cats
AutoWeb Technologies Announces the launch of the new Paredescats.com web site for the band Paredes Cats. Paredes Cats is a blues and classic rock band from Southern California. They play all types of venues locally as well as internationally. They are very pleased to launch their new web site in... - July 25, 2010 - AutoWeb Technologies
AutoWeb Technologies Announces the Launch of the New Music City Supply Web Site
AutoWeb Technologies announces the launch of the new Music City Supply web site. This e-commerce portal will serve the national music touring supply community with low cost, quality gear for live shows. - July 25, 2010 - AutoWeb Technologies
The "Sexy Rasta" Gyptian is Back with New Album "Hold You" on VP Records
Gyptian is currently at the forefront of Reggae music. He gained popularity amongst Reggae fans with his previous releases. His new album Hold You represents his growth as an artist. - July 25, 2010 - VP Records/Greensleeves Records
Sunset Recording Artist, Rachel Fine Will Perform This Weekend at the 2010 "Champions of Education" Benefit
Rachel Fine will perform at the VIP Dinner after the Polo match set up this weekend at the 2010 "Champions of Education" Benefit on the Hamptons, Long Island in New York to support the ongoing campaign for The MacDella Cooper Foundation (MCF). The very special event with (Rachel) Fine is... - July 24, 2010 - Sunset Corporation of America
Nashville Native Star Murphy on the KiKi Miller Report
Nashville native Star Murphy and her single “Swagg On” will be featured on the KiKi Miller Report which broadcasts on World Vibe Radio (www.worldviberadio.com) Monday, July 26, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. CST with rebroadcasts at the same time on Wednesday and Friday, July 28 and 30, 2010. Born... - July 23, 2010 - KiKi Miller Co.
Q2Nite Presents: Typhanie Monique & Neal Alger Duo on August 5
On Thursday, August 5, Q2, Evanston’s newest spot for jazz, will be heating up with a performance from the Typhanie Monique and Neal Alger Duo. The soulful-voiced chanteuse and the talented jazz guitarist promise an evening of R&B and jazz duets with sets beginning at 7:30 and 8:45 p.m. - July 23, 2010 - Quince at the Homestead
“When Pigs Fly” Album - Songs You Never Thought You'd Hear
“When Pigs Fly” is a compilation album comprised of famous artists performing covers of songs far outside their genre. The songs were recorded exclusively for this project and are cannot be found anywhere else. - July 22, 2010 - Xemu Records
Boston Hip-Hop Group “Laz and Cat” Releases “Tricity Vol. 1”
Laz and Cat’s release from Triceptus Studios “Tricity Vol. I” features a new crop of New England Hip-Hop and R&B artists in Jayo-City, The General, Mugsy, Ms. Smith, and NV who are all prominently featured in one form or another in the album. Two of Laz & Cat’s songs, Feel & Fantasy Girl, both have music videos shot to them, as Laz & Cat have produced, conceptualized, directed, and edited these videos in film-like High-Definition (HD). - July 22, 2010 - Triceptus Studios
Artist to the Stars, Corey Frizzell to Make a Special Keith Whitley Presentation at the 2011 Kentucky Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Artist to The Stars, Corey Frizzell has been personally invited by Robert Lawson, Executive Director of the KY Music Hall of Fame and Museum, for a special presentation during the up-coming 2011 KY Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony in honor of the late Keith Whitley. The red carpet event will... - July 22, 2010 - Visual Artist Corey Frizzell
Announcing 'Music E-Blast,' a Direct and Economical Way for Artists to Reach New Fans
Mi2N Partners with Inside the Music Business to Add Email Marketing to Arsenal of Tools for Labels and Artists - July 22, 2010 - MusicDish LLC
Arvel Bird Nominated for Six Indian Summer Music Awards 2010
Bird Sweeps Awards Categories with more Nominations than any Other Artist. Celtic violinist/Native American flutist Arvel Bird has been nominated for six 2010 Indian Summer Music Awards (ISMA), more nominations than any other artist in the competition this year. The nominations include four... - July 22, 2010 - Arvel Bird
Icon Music Group’s Latest Signing Worth the “Waite”
The Icon Music Group is pleased to announce the signing of John Waite to a North American record deal. The highly successful English rock singer and musician has made it big both as a lead vocalist for the bands The Babys and Bad English, as well as a solo artist with his #1 hit “Missing... - July 22, 2010 - Icon Music Group
Bardot Music Director Nick Rosen Announces Record Release Concert Friday, July 30th at the Los Angeles Theatre Center
A stellar lineup of musicians and vocalists is confirmed for Bardot music director Nick Rosen’s record release concert July 30th. The concert, to be held at the Los Angeles Theatre Center in downtown Los Angeles, is in support of Rosen’s forthcoming solo album, Into the Sky, which... - July 22, 2010 - Nick Rosen Music
Gico Music Announces the Release of Smooth Jazz Urban Soul Guitarist John Carey's CD "Out on the Town"
John Carey releases new smooth jazz CD entitled, "Out On The Town" Palm Springs, July 21, 2010 Gico Music - July 21, 2010 - Gico Music
Elvis Tribute Contest and Festival Honors "The King" Aug. 6 & 7
Fire & Ice at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino will celebrate the life of “The King of Rock & Roll,” the late Elvis Aaron Presley, who would have been 75 this year. A competition to determine the best Elvis tribute artist will be presented through a series of performances on Aug. - July 21, 2010 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Scottish/Filipino Rock Band Rag Rag Signs with Authentik Artists for the Release of Their New Single Fighting Pride, Theme Song for Manny Pacquiao
Scottish/Filipino rock band Rag Rag signs with Authentik Artists for the release of their new single Fighting Pride, theme song for worldwide boxing champion Manny Pacquiao. - July 21, 2010 - Authentik Artists Inc.
Rann Records: Second Time Lucky Nominated for Multiple Music Awards
The critically acclaimed song “Watch Me Go” by Brighton based ska pop sensation Second Time Lucky has been nominated for the “Best Song” at the Brighton Music Awards. The group’s artwork from their debut album “Drink, Sleep, Repeat” is also nominated for the “Best Artwork” award at the same event. - July 21, 2010 - Rann Records
Destruction Of A Rose Releases New Music Video on Blank TV
Las Vegas Metal Band Destruction Of A Rose Releases New Music Video for Song “63” Off New Album “American Hell” Through Blank TV. - July 21, 2010 - Bob Bradley PR
OKC Based Stonewater Bring Crowd to Their Feet Opening for Eddie Money at Luckystar Casino Clinton Oklahoma
StoneWater, a popular rock band from Oklahoma City, has been featured on many local and national radio and television stations. Most known for their single “Hero,” StoneWater was asked to open for Eddie Money this past week after their highly acclaimed show opening for Creedence Clearwater Revisited just weeks ago at luckystar Casino Clinton Oklahoma. - July 19, 2010 - StoneWater
Rann Records: Hattie Snooks’ Music is Featured in Music Arts Monthly Magazine
English female singer songwriter Hattie Snooks, is featured for review in Music Arts Monthly magazine. - July 19, 2010 - Rann Records
Guitar Teacher Goes from Working a Day Job to Support His Music Career to a Six Figure Guitar Teaching Business
Guitar teacher expands his business from teaching a handful of guitar students to a six figure success, helping over 100 guitar players every week to learn to play better. - July 19, 2010 - Tom Hess Music Corporation
New Novel by Bryan Krull Tells the Story of the Delta Blues Through the Eyes of a Prodigy Lil’ Choo-Choo Johnson, Bluesman; Published by Dog Ear Publishing
At the tender age of 10, Earl “Lil’ Choo-Choo” Johnson left his home in the company of his deadbeat uncle and embarked on an amazing musical journey, taking him from the Mississippi Delta to the blues clubs of Chicago and Cleveland, and eventually around the world. He meets up... - July 18, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
Rock Camp Records Releases GuitarCD Pro
New Audio Jam CD, GuitarCD Pro Blues & Rock Vol.1, includes tracks for fun and inspiration from various Master Artists featuring Guitar Legend Mitch Perry & Blues Guru Johnny London. - July 17, 2010 - California Rock Camp