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Multiple Award Winning Composer / Violinist Catya Maré Releases New Album
Catya Maré, Hollywood Music Award nominee, Billboard World Song Contest winner, now nominated for the Hollywood Music in Media Award, will release a new album, "Destination Love" in February 2010. - January 15, 2010 - Catya Maré Music
SA Sanctuary Launch New Webstore
Texas band, SA Sanctuary, offers free mp3's to celebrate launch of their new web storefront. - January 14, 2010 - Xpress Media News
Singer-Songwriter Darryl Gregory to Appear at Molten Java Coffeehouse January 23, 2010 at 8 PM
Darryl Gregory will be performing his original songs at Molten Java, a homey and comfortable coffeehouse located in downtown Bethel, CT. The January 23rd show will feature two sets of music with the first starting at 8PM. - January 14, 2010 - Darryl J Gregory
Double Edge Sword Records Announce New Project for 2010
After a feature on the Holy Hip Hop Volume 5 and the praise worthy album release “We Live Praise” JayMay returns from a two year hiatus just as the frost settles for “The Winter Classics EP”. This six song recording captivates energy and passion that demand the attention of... - January 14, 2010 - Double Edge Sword Records
Award-Winning Pianist Comes to the Triangle
The Chamber of Orchestra’s January 17 concert will feature a guest performance by pianist Benjamin Moser. - January 14, 2010 - The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle
Handel's Harpsichord Suites Performed by Simone Stella Came Out on Onclassical.com
Italian harpsichordist Simone Stella signed a captivating performance of the complete first book oh Harpsichord Suites by the great baroque composer George Frideric Handel (1685 – 1759). - January 14, 2010 - Simone Stella's Official website
Pre-Paris Listening Party and Fundraiser for Baltimore's Own Mia Miata
Baltimore's Very Own Mia Miata Travels to Paris, France to Represent Her City in the Sankofa Soul Contest. - January 13, 2010 - Mia Miata
Former Iron Maiden Singer Paul Dianno's Visa Approved for USA Tour
Dallas based music immigration attorney Matt Gallagher confirmed that former Iron Maiden singer Paul Dianno's visa was approved today by the US State Department making it possible for Dianno to embark on his first US tour in over 15 years. Tour producer Gabe Reed commented, "Matt Gallagher's... - January 13, 2010 - Gabe Reed Productions
JC Concert Band Presents 2nd Annual Free Concert for Children
Sunday, February 14th: JC Concert Band presents it's 2nd annual Free Children's Concert with Dave Moore of Star 99.1FM narrating "Peter & the Wolf." Bring a school friend and arrive early for face painting, juggling, balloons, and other pre-concert fun. Doors open at 1:30pm, performance at 3:30pm. Suitable for children aged 4 to 104. - January 13, 2010 - JC Concert Band
"Best of 1st International Jazz Solo Piano Festival 2009" - CD Release
Jan Matthies Records releases a live recording from the 1st International Jazz Solo Piano Festival at Konzerthaus Berlin, Germany. Liner Notes by Howard Mandel, President of The Jazz Journalists Association. - January 13, 2010 - Jan Matthies Music Management
Triumph for the Morgenstern Trio: German Piano Trio Awarded Kalichstein-Laredo-Robinson International Trio Award
The Chamber Music Society of Detroit has announced that the 2009 winner of the Kalichstein-Laredo-Robinson International Trio Award (KLRITA) is the German trio, the Morgenstern Trio. - January 13, 2010 - Chamber Music Society of Detroit
The Moon and Her Mother Signs with Authentik Artists
Chicago, IL artist The Moon and Her Mother signs with Authentik Artists. Set to release new self-produced LP on February 9th, 2010. - January 11, 2010 - Authentik Artists Inc.
Krueger Audio Technologies and Audio Designer Paul Krueger Show at NAMM and Sundance Film Festival
Fort Lauderdale, Fl. based Krueger Audio Technologies (www.kruegeraudiotech.com), and designer Paul Krueger will feature the individually unique, radical design loudspeakers and accessory audio products on the West Coast swing of shows at NAMM in Anaheim, Ca. and the Sundance Film Festival in Park... - January 09, 2010 - Krueger Audio Technologies, LLC
Receive Free CD Album by Joining the Official Dean Shoultz Fan Club
Rock guitarist Dean Shoultz welcomes in 2010 with a free CD of his debut release “All The Pretty Horses.” For a limited time only you will receive the full 10 Track CD free of charge when you sign up as a member of The Official Dean Shoultz Fan Club. Besides receiving your free CD,... - January 09, 2010 - Dean Shoultz
Hot New Rock Band Black Velvet Deluxe Donating 10% of Profits from CD Sales and Gate Proceeds to the School of Rock Music Scholarship Fund
For most indie bands starting out, paying the rent and keeping the gas tank full are usually the primary thoughts. However, for the rock quartet that calls themselves Black Velvet Deluxe, there is something a little deeper going on, right out of the starting gate. Having just released their first album, the band knew they wanted future rockers to have a chance to play out their dreams, and that's why they decided to give 10% of their profits to The School of Rock's Scholarship Fund. - January 08, 2010 - Black Velvet Deluxe
Producer Marque "Keybeeetsss" Walker Chooses Lauten’s Oceanus and Receives Two Grammy Nominations
Producer and engineer Marque “Keybeeetsss” Walker took Lauten Audio’s flagship studio vocal microphone the Oceanus to new heights, receiving two 52nd Grammy nominations for his work in the Gospel genres. Sheri Jones-Moffetts “Renewed” and Vickie Winans “How I Got Over,” both produced by Walker, received Grammy nominations for Best Contemporary R&B Gospel album and Best Traditional Gospel album respectively. - January 08, 2010 - Lauten Audio
Classical Violin Concert at McCormick Museum on February 21
Cantigny’s Robert R. McCormick Museum will present “The Romantic Violin” on Sunday, February 21, at 3 pm. The special concert, in the museum’s Freedom Hall, will feature music for violin by Tchaikovsky, Mozart, Beethoven and Rachmaninoff. Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra's Music... - January 08, 2010 - Cantigny Park & Golf
On A Dime Installations Has Twins for 2010; Announces New Business
On A Dime Installations announces the creation of 2 new companies for 2010: OP Music House; a nonprofit music venue and recording studio for young adults offering 24 hour referral service for abuse victims, and ICE Cafe, an original coffee house which will reside in the same facility. The theme is geared at peace through the performing arts, with a focus on the rich, diverse people and thus, businesses that constitute Western New York. - January 08, 2010 - On A Dime Installations
elite Audience Presents: Simon, Mitchell, and Joel. (Not a Law Firm) Concert
A Special Evening of Music in Tribute to Three of the Most Influential Artists of the Last Century. Local Artists Joe Rathburn, Cahill & Delene, and John Foltz play the music of Paul Simon, Joni Mitchell and Billy Joel. - January 08, 2010 - elite Audience
Elk Grove Community Band and Pleasant Grove High School Concert and Jazz Bands Join Together for Their 3rd Annual Benefit Concert & Dinner
A festive “Tacos & Tunes” concert and dinner will showcase the Elk Grove Community Band combined with the Pleasant Grove High School Concert and Jazz Bands for its 3rd Annual Benefit Concert and Dinner. This fun-filled event will be held Monday, February 1st, 2010 at the PGHS... - January 08, 2010 - PGH Band Boosters
Chuck Hillier to Join The Standard Media Group
Longtime broadcast veteran Chuck Hillier has joined the Standard Media Group as its VP / General Manager of their 24/7 internet radio station "Martini in the Morning." Hillier finally unites with his longtime friend and format-competitive companion...Brad "Martini" Chambers. - January 07, 2010 - Standard Media Group
Sexiest Man Living 2010 Top 10 Poll from 46 Yr. Old Johnny Depp to 34 Yr. Old Gilles Marini, 20 Yr. Old Romeo Miller, & 18 Yr. Old Taylor Lautner
Sexiest Man Living from Johnny Depp, Taylor Lautner, Romeo Miller, and Gilles Marini Rounds Up the Top 10. - January 07, 2010 - sexiest man living
Contest for Songwriters Announced by the Sandra James Music Foundation
The Sandra James Music Foundation is pleased to announce the Sandra James Songwriting Contest 2010, now in its 3rd consecutive year. Grand Prize is a $1000 award. This contest provides an opportunity to promote the music and message of Sandra James by having entrants compose new songs that align with her ideals. The foundation hopes the contest will amplify her message and present more opportunities for others to hear Sandra's songs and understand her message. - January 07, 2010 - Sandra James Music Foundation
Jazz Legends in Concert First Time Ever Available on DVD January 26
The Historic 1993 Jazz Concert from the International Jazz Hall of Fame Jazz Legends in Concert First Time Ever Available on DVD January 26 Kultur announces the release of the historic program, Jazz Legends in Concert. This historically significant jazz concert will be available for the first... - January 07, 2010 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Transforming 2010: The Launch of KingNYC
KingNYC is an alchemy based fashion, art, and lifestyle company launching to the public this Thursday, January 7th, 2010 at Juliet SupperClub in New York City. - January 06, 2010 - KingNYC
Michal’s “My Baby” Hits #1 on Popstation Charts
Emmy-award winner Michal Towber reached #1 on Popstation for her rendition of “My Baby.” The results were in at midnight today after five weeks of voting. Her win makes her eligible for a record deal offered by Popstation once every three months. Michal’s “My Baby” can be streamed for free at http://popstation.com/users/view/1195 - January 06, 2010 - Michal Towber
Chopin Celebration at the Palace of Lancut, Poland on DVD January 26
Celebrating the Chopin Bicentennial of 2010 Chopin Celebration at the Palace of Lancut, Poland Available on DVD January 26 In celebration of the 2010 Chopin Bicentennial, Kultur is proud to announce the DVD release of Chopin Celebration at the Palace of Lancut, Poland. This visually spectacular... - January 06, 2010 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Musical Tribute to Neil Finn and Crowded House Presented by Bandhouse Gigs
Internationally acclaimed songwriter and musician Neil Finn to be celebrated in song at tribute concert staged by Bandhouse Gigs at the Barns at Wolf Trap in Virginia. - January 06, 2010 - Bandhouse Gigs
Two Time #1 Billboard Rocktronica Artist JES Releases New Single "Lovesong" from Upcoming Album
JES the undisputed Queen of Rocktronica returns with "Lovesong" the debut single from her highly anticipated sophomore album "High Glow.” - January 05, 2010 - JES
Above the World Entertainment & Rodfatha Flirt with History, a CD Release Destined to be Remembered
Indie sensation Rodfatha has once again teamed up with Above The World Entertainment to do something Epic. The first American released Album of the decade, Rodfatha's Greatest Jamz is a true testament to the independent artist. - January 05, 2010 - Above the World Entertainment
Gabe Reed Confirms That Russian Rockers Pusking's New All-Star Album "The World as We Love It" Will be Released Soon
Russian Rockers Push King Prepare All Star Album for Realease Gabe Reed confirmed that Russian rockers Pushking are putting the finishing touches on the on their new all star album entitled "The World As We Love It" and are working with mastering expert Tom Baker who has worked with... - January 04, 2010 - Gabe Reed Productions
Motley Crue's Vince Neil Adds Mexico Dates to 2010 Solo Tour Plans
Gabe Reed confirmed that Motley Crue front man Vince Neil has added the following dates in Mexico to his touring plans: Feb. 19 - Monterrey, Mexico Feb. 20 - Mexico City, Mexico Vince is also planning a tour of South America in February 2010. The trek — which now has confirmed stops in... - January 03, 2010 - Gabe Reed Productions
Leading Independent Music Website Gives Artist Exposure a Boost
Independent Music Website expands its services to give its musicians and artists increased exposure - January 03, 2010 - Boost Group Limited
Sunset Moves Its Record Label Web Sites to the Secure Green Web Hosting Platform and Web Servers Powered by Wind and Solar Energy
Sunset Records moved over 60 web sites last week to its new web servers powered by wind technology and solar energy Sunset, the “greenest” record company in the world, takes its environmental campaigns to another level by using Wind Powered Technologies' and Solar Powered... - December 31, 2009 - Sunset Corporation of America
Cobra Starship Designs Pennyroyal Silver Pendant for Charity
Cobra Starship’s “Jack, The Camera Guy” sketch pendant will be available for exactly 7 days starting on Jan. 4 and ending Jan. 10, after which the pendant will be officially retired and never sold again. The pendant can be purchased at www.pennyroyalsilver.com and will come with a guitar pick, collectors card featuring the original sketch design, a quote and Ryland’s hand-written initials. Proceeds will benefit The MusiCares Foundation. - December 30, 2009 - Pennyroyal Studio
Sunset Recording Artist, Grayscale is Finishing Up the Mastering of the Haunted Hours CD at the Abbey Road Studios
The critically acclaimed duo, Grayscale, is mastering their new CD at the world famous Abbey Road Studios in London, England. - December 29, 2009 - Sunset Corporation of America
Music Learning Workshop Develops New 12 Month Music Course to Help Music Students Become Great Musicians
Learning music theory for beginning and intermediate music students has always been a problem. This new course allows students to study at home in a step by step approach to accelerating music theory training without becoming bored. Music skills and knowledge are accelerated with rapid improvement in playing ability. - December 28, 2009 - Chidester Enterprises LLC
Motley Crue's Vince Neil to Tour South America in February 2010
Gabe Reed confirms that Vince Neil will tour South America in February 2010 - December 27, 2009 - Gabe Reed Productions
DJ RO-Z, a Beautiful Blonde Girl from London is Going to Rock This New Year Party at Nikki Beach Thailand Bungalow Resort
Nikki Beach is all set to blow you away on the New Year eve with a rocking musical event and a great collection of foods and wine - December 26, 2009 - Nikki Beach Music
Black Velvet Deluxe Lends New Song, MY PRIDE, to "Rider" Magazine’s News Video Show Rider 360
Hot new rock band Black Velvet Deluxe tapped to provide song this week for Rider magazine's weekly news video Rider 360. - December 25, 2009 - Black Velvet Deluxe
Stopping Musical Illiteracy Among Guitarists - RezZonator.com Announces Sheet Music Reading Course Designed Especially for Guitarists
Even though the guitar is the most popular instrument on the planet, it also has the dubious distinction of having the biggest percentage of musically illiterate players. With the advent of tab, players learn to play a sort of “music by numbers” depriving them of the deep music knowledge that is available to those that can read sheet music. - December 25, 2009 - RezZonator.com
Grayscale’s Haunted Hours with Sunset Connect is Being Released Worldwide on February 2nd in 2010
Sunset begins to set up the sophomore release, “Haunted Hours” by the internationally critically acclaimed pop songwriters and vocalists, Grayscale. After taking a couple years in between working on finishing an album, Grayscale is back with a brand new full length CD. Once again, the... - December 24, 2009 - Sunset Corporation of America
Mac Dividinz Gets Set Up with Sunset Urban with Their Debut International Release of Hypersonic
Hypersonic is the debut CD by Mac Dividinz being released at Sunset Urban. Some veteran rap and hip-hop aficionados have articulated many concerns over the direction of hardcore rap in the recent years and dating back to the early 90’s. Their argument is that hardcore rap told a story with a... - December 24, 2009 - Sunset Corporation of America
Chamber Music Society of Detroit Presents the Berlin Philharmonic Wind Quintet on Saturday, January 30
Returning by popular demand, the Berlin Philharmonic Wind Quintet will perform works by Mozart, Reicha, Barber and Nielsen. That evening, the Chamber Music Society of Detroit will celebrate the 10th anniversary of its performances at Seligman Performing Arts Center. - December 24, 2009 - Chamber Music Society of Detroit
Karaoke World Championships USA Issues Public Challenge to Oprah Show
Karaoke World Championships USA has sent a challenge to the producers at the Oprah Show to allow their 2010 male and female champions to compete in her next Karaoke Challenge. - December 24, 2009 - Karaoke World Championships USA, LLC
The House on the Hill Brings Some Incendiary Performances That Should Really Catapult the Band to International Attention
Sunset Records recording artist, House On The Hill remain as one of the “best kept secrets” in pop rock music today. - December 23, 2009 - Sunset Corporation of America
Bright Future as Masterbuilders Taste the Big Time
Release regarding Masterbuilders most notable release to date. - December 23, 2009 - Masterbuilders
New Coast 2 Coast Mixtape Features Hip Hop Artist Rodney Outlaw; Tracks by Jay Sean, Young Jeezy, T-Pain and Lil’ Wayne
Hip Hop song, “Serious” by Rodney Outlaw featured on Coast 2 Coast Mixtape Vol. 107 along with hit songs from today’s hottest hip hop stars; to be distributed to over 1.2 million people. - December 23, 2009 - Outlaw Entertainment Group
Midnight Star, LeVert, and Calloway Hits at Auction at SongVest.Com
Unique “Music Memorabilia With A Paycheck” Auction December 12-19 At SongVest.com to Feature “I Wanna Be Rich,” “Operator,” “Love Overboard,” “Casanova,” “Freak-A-Zoid,” “Electricity,” “Meeting In The Ladies Room,” and “Wet My Whistle.” - December 18, 2009 - SongVest
Angelika & Demons Released a New Gothic Metal Album Easy Death
Angelika & Demons, female gothic metal project, Evanescence's follower, released a new album Easy Death which is available now on Itunes, Amazon and Rhapsody. - December 17, 2009 - Angelika & Demons