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American Friends of Kronberg Academy Makes Its Palm Beach Debut with a Series of Chamber Music Concerts
A Press conference to be held on August 19, 2009 at 10:30AM at Nick and Jonnies Patio Bar and Grill on Palm Beach will be the launching pad for the American Friends of the Kornberg Academy. - August 18, 2009 - Rainbow Marketing Inc Dba Global Business Development Center
Missionary Kid Turned Musician to Perform at the Troubadour
Indie-pop artist will perform at the Troubadour with national touring act Blueskyreality on Sept. 4, 2009. - August 18, 2009 - Spin Move Records
Michael Jackson Tribute for Fans by the Fans Scheduled in Hollywood
On Saturday Aug. 22, 2009 Michael Jackson fans will attend a casting call at the Stella Adler Theatre in Hollywood for a fan tribute video. Devoted fans will be chosen to participate and recount the stories of how he affected their lives. - August 18, 2009 - Tribufan Productions
Nelson Signs with Frontiers Records of Italy - Matthew and Gunnar to Release New Sequel to Multiplatinum "After the Rain"
Celebrity rockers Matthew and Gunnar Nelson announced their rock band Nelson has signed with Frontiers Records to record and release a new, original sequel to their multiplatinum selling album, "After the Rain". The new album will be titled, "Lightning Strikes Twice". As part... - August 18, 2009 - Ricky Nelson Remembered
Music and Skateboarders Entertainment Website SkateTronics.com Launch
A new website has stepped into the competitive world of entertainment websites called skatetronics.com This website has tried to add a twist to the concept of an entertainment website by bringing two very hot topics together. Music and skateboarding. Skatetronics.com interviews some of the hottest... - August 17, 2009 - SkateTronics.com
Washington D.C. Based Reggae Band Soja Set to Release Their Third Full- Length Album "Born in Babylon"
Washington D.C. reggae artist SOJA announces the digital, worldwide release of their highly anticipated, third full-length album “Born in Babylon” on August 25, 2009. - August 16, 2009 - SOJA
Bob Williams and the Morning Show Big Hit
Rainbow 95's Morning Show with Bob Williams is a big hit on TikiLive.com - August 16, 2009 - Rainbow 95
Les Paul Tribute Channel Launched
Les Paul Tribute Channel launched to honor Paul, who died yesterday at age 94. - August 16, 2009 - TheRadio.Com
Amy Speace Learns Not to Fear the Killer in Her (a CD Review)
This album conjures the loneliness, sadness, and helplessness that we all sometimes feel and tempers those twisting emotions with those of hope and love - August 16, 2009 - MusicDish
Robert Tat Gallery Presents Gatewood Series of Iconic Images
Selections from Gatewood's rich trove of celebrity photographs will be shown at the Robert Tat Gallery September 3 through October 31, 2009. The exhibition marks the release of A Complete Unknown, a limited edition, 11 x 14-inch handmade artist's book by Gatewood featuring his rare Bob Dylan photos, shot in Stockholm in 1966. Most have never been seen or published until now. - August 15, 2009 - Robert Tat Gallery
MP3puzzled.com Reaches It's 5,000th Search
MP3puzzled.com, launched in July 2009, has today completed its Beta testing phase, reaching 5,000 searches. The website compares prices of MP3 downloads, both tracks and albums, comparing prices from the big legal MP3 retailers; iTunes, Amazon MP3, Play.com, HMV, Tesco Digital and 7Digital. - August 15, 2009 - MP3puzzled.com
Rhea Silvia Release Debut Album; "When The Spotlight Shines Upon You"
“When The Spotlight Shines Upon You” - Debut album released by award winning band from Pennsylvania. - August 15, 2009 - Rhea Silvia
Announcing Upstar Records – A Youth-Run Record Label Aimed at Turning Today’s Hip Hop Enthusiasts Into Tomorrow’s Digital Technology Leaders
Bay Area Youth Reclaim Origins of Hip-Hop at Upstar’s First CD Release Event. - August 15, 2009 - Sunset Youth Services
Violinist Diana Yukawa Plays for Plane Crash Victims
Violinist Diana Yukawa plays for her father and the other 519 victims of 1985 JAL plane crash. - August 14, 2009 - Diana Yukawa
Spring Hill Studio Productions Launches New Website, Services, Freebies
Spring Hill Studio Productions has announced the launch of their comprehensive new website and line of business services at http://www.makemeasong.com. The site includes online ordering of services from jingles to songwriter demos and just about everything in-between. Visitors can partake of a... - August 14, 2009 - SongDoor
Sunset Records Artist, Sekshun 8 is Voted the # 1 Band on FM 99’s WNOR’s Battle of the Bands Contest
Congrats to Sunset Recording artist, Sekshun 8 for its number (#1) one placement in this the Battle of the Band contest at the world renowned rock station in Virginia Beach, WNOR. - August 14, 2009 - Sunset Corporation of America
Internationally Acclaimed Celebrities Lead Support for Future of Music Institution
Internationally acclaimed celebrities including Michael Flatley, The Pogues, Moya Brennan, Phil Coulter, Ash, Brian Kennedy, Sir James & Lady Galway, sportsman Wayne McCullough and multi-millionaire entrepreneur Bill Wolsey, have today come together to lead in supporting the future of... - August 13, 2009 - Francis McPeake School of Music Ltd
World Debut - "Tomorrow" Marc Mysterio Feat. Samantha Fox - 100 Million Person Listener Base.
World Premiere of new song "Tomorrow" by International Star House Musician Marc Mysterio featuring The Iconic Samantha Fox had 100 million person listener base world-wide. - August 13, 2009 - World Class Records
Tweeton.net Levels the Playing Field by Offering Free Resources and Marketing Tools on Their New Super Social Network
Tweeton.net makes it debut and joins the circle of popular social networks that are all the craze today. Offering entertainment industry professionals tons of free resources and tools on their one-stop shop website, that’s more of a supermarket, tweeton.net ups the ante on social networking. - August 12, 2009 - Many Moods Production Company
When I’m Mobile and Radio Paradise Launch First-Ever Mobile Internet Radio Website
Mobile web design and development concern When I’m Mobile, and leading internet radio station Radio Paradise, have joined together to launch Radio Paradise Mobile on July 6, 2009. The first internet radio station website designed for a mobile phone web browser, the site is fully optimized for all mobile devices. - August 12, 2009 - When I'm Mobile
Colt Records Nashville Signs County Line Junction
J. K. Coltrain, President of Colt Records, announced the signing of Central Ohio Duo County Line Junction. - August 12, 2009 - Colt Records
MyMusicSuccess Puts Independent Bands on Air with XL Radio Promotion
Leading music promotion company gives independent artists direct access to a fast growing audience of online radio listeners. - August 12, 2009 - MyMusicSuccess
20 Years of AARON Amplifiers
The High End GmbH Company from Germany, founded by Marita and Thomas Hoehne, supports real High End Stereo since 1986. The AARON brand was founded in 1989. Today it is one of the finest High End Audio brands. - August 11, 2009 - High End GmbH
Superstar Selector Picks Beauty and Talent on Its New Website
Superstar Selector creates a comprehensive space for music lovers and those who admire feminine beauty to find the latest news on undiscovered and current artists. The online journal is the first to focus exclusively on beautiful women with musical talent. - August 10, 2009 - Superstar Selector
Reggae Band Rebelution Dominates iTunes Charts with Their Sophomore Album "Bright Side of Life"
Santa Barbara-based reggae band Rebelution dominates the iTunes charts with the release of “Bright Side of Life” on August 4, 2009, solidifying the #3 spot for top albums downloaded in the United States in all genres, and #1 spot in the reggae music genre. - August 08, 2009 - Rebelution
On August 21, 2009 Milan Records is Releasing "50 Essential Tangos"
After two successful high-quantity song bundles that in total sold over 20,000 albums, comes a collection of high-quality, world-renowned classic Tango songs on the new digital bundle, “50 Essential Tangos.” On Friday August 21, 2009, Amazon.com will offer the 50-song mp3 bundle for $0. - August 08, 2009 - Milan Records
Go Large Records Announces Mike Warren with Signature Sound Hits the Scene
Plans to open for John Michael Montgomery or ZZ Top are not beyond their scope as they have already been approached the big label, Sony Records for a sit down discussion and possible signing. - August 08, 2009 - Go Large Records International, LLC
Online Audio CD Music Store for World Music Now Open at World Charms
World Charms, which specializes in selling unique gift ideas for every occasion and promoting world culture at the same time, is pleased to present its Audio Media Entertainment Department showcasing traditional world music, chill out lounge music infusing exotic tunes and dance groove from different parts of the world. - August 08, 2009 - ZeMis
KC Cafe Radio to Feature Local Musicians in Lee's Summit Concert
KC Cafe Radio Hosts concert with featured musicians from throughout the Kansas City area will perform a variety of musical styles from 6:30 to 10 p.m. on Friday, August 21, at Howard Station Park in downtown Lee's Summit. The free, family-friendly event is sponsored by KC Cafe Radio, in conjunction with Downtown Lee's Summit Main Street's "Free Friday Nights" summer concert series - August 08, 2009 - KC Cafe Radio
Queen Esther Marrow and the Harlem Gospel Singers & Band: Let the Good Times Roll
Available on DVD September 29 from Kultur Kultur announces the DVD release of Queen Esther Marrow and The Harlem Gospel Singers & Band: Let The Good Times Roll. To the delight of Gospel Fans across America, Queen Esther brings her considerable virtuosity to the stage along with the Harlem... - August 08, 2009 - Kultur International Films Ltd
In Nicetown, It's Not Nice to Not Give Back
Five Time Grammy Nominee Jazmine Sullivan and Comcast Corporation Join Nicetown CDC in Inspiring Nicetown to Highlight and Continue Its Tradition of Building Through Giving Back. - August 07, 2009 - Nicetown Community Development Corporation (CDC)
Back to the 1980s Party Cruise Celebrates the New Wave Music Era with "80s on the Waves"
California music promoter offers passengers a chance to party like its 1989. The cruise ship “Carnival Paradise” is set to stage a three day new wave themed revival cruise featuring 80s era bands, parties, dances and costume contest. Tributes to Duran Duran, Depeche Mode, The Cure and More. - August 07, 2009 - Music Zirconia
Another Music Veteran Joins Extreme Rush
With the field of house music DJs continuing to expand exponentially, its become increasingly difficult for anyone talented to stand out. - August 07, 2009 - Extreme Rush Ventures Events
Big News: Couto Solutions Announces Launch Date for Ground Breaking Social Media Building Blocks & Social Network Development Services for Building Custom Social Networks
New Social Networking Building Blocks and Social Media Service Offering that can spur new Twitters, Facebooks, and more. Makes it easy for people to build social networks with purchasing, event registration, support services, donations and more. - August 06, 2009 - Couto Solutions
Jazz Vocalist Anna Maria Flechero Reconnects with Her Filipino American Roots
Afro-Filipina Anna Maria Flechero performs at the 2nd Annual S.F. Filipino American Jazz Festival at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San Francisco on August 8. - August 06, 2009 - Anna Maria Flechero, Jazz Vocalist
A Reggae Tribute to Michael Jackson by Luciano Now Available from D Music Productions and LionI Recordings
It seems that many artists in the reggae world have sought to give Michael Jackson’s songs new meaning and depth, while honoring the late King of Pop. - August 05, 2009 - DMusic
New Soundtrack Releases by Kurt Oldman
Out now on Amazon.com and coming August 15th to Itunes, the original score soundtrack albums to “The Divided” and “Callous” by composer Kurt Oldman. - August 05, 2009 - Little Pie Artists
Jill Jackson Announces Gig at King Tuts Wah Wah Hut Glasgow
Scottish singer songwriter Jill Jackson has announced the release of a new EP, titled “Painted Faces”. The EP is special ukulele recording that will be released on evening of her forthcoming performance at King Tuts Wah Wah Hut in Glasgow on 7th August 2009. From rock chick to... - August 05, 2009 - Jill Jackson
Mambo Sons Release "Heavy Days" CD
Today the indie rock and roll trio “Mambo Sons” released their fourth album on Portland, Oregon’s Omnicide Records, a double album set entitled “Heavy Days.” Mambo Sons is Tom Guerra (guitars and vocals), Scott Lawson (vocals and bass) and Joe Lemieux (drums and... - August 05, 2009 - Mambo Sons
'His Name Was Yesterday' Let Out Their Lions and Announce Partnership with Roaring Lion Energy Drink
Fresh off their announcement of an upcoming nationwide tour sponsored by Jagermeister, 'His Name Was Yesterday' has just released details of a new partnership with Roaring Lion Energy Drink. “We are absolutely thrilled at the opportunity Roaring Lion Energy has given us to help one another... - August 05, 2009 - Roaring Lion energy drink
Joanna Krupa, America Olivo, Kaci Battaglia, Natalie Reid, Chris Willis at DJ Times DJ Expo Monday August 10th: The BIG Sessions at Club Worship
The anticipation is on for “The BIG Sessions” party in Atlantic City during dance music’s newest and biggest event week. DJ Times’ 2009 International DJ Expo, held from August 10-13 in Atlantic City, N.J. is the premiere dance music industry convergence of the year. The Big Sessions party at Club Worship, inside the House of Blues - Atlantic City on Monday evening, August 10th kick starts the DJ Times’ DJ Expo into high gear. - August 04, 2009 - Dancemusiclabel.com/Carrillo Music LLC
New Radio Guide Launches
Josh T., the site creator, is a long time country music fan and claims to have listened to virtually every existing online country radio station. He updates the website daily, constantly adding new reviews and plans to include even those AM and FM stations who may not have live audio on the net, or even a website. - August 03, 2009 - Country Music Radio Guide
Fall Out Boy Counts on Global Entertainment Services Again for Security Protection
The entertainment security protection company will handle all tour related safety, venue and security issues for the band members - August 01, 2009 - Global Entertainment Services
SnortingPig Promotions Picks Out the Quotes as a New Band to Watch for 2009
SnortingPig Promotions positions The Quotes as a band to watch as new EP, Monte Rosa, draws two sell-out crowds in Reading, UK. - July 31, 2009 - Snorting Pig Promotions
World Premiere - Ciarán Farrell's, 'Spirit of the Sea'
The world premiere of Ciarán Farrell’s, ‘Spirit of the Sea’, will take place in the main auditorium of the National Concert Hall in Dublin on Tuesday, 1st of September at 1pm. Commissioned and presented by RTÉ Performing Groups for the RTÉ Summer Lunchtime Concert Series. - July 31, 2009 - Ciaran Farrell
DBZ Guitars Writes a New Chapter in Metal History with the “The Dark Side of Dean” Guitar Line
DBZ Guitars is pleased to announce a new series of distinctive metal guitars, The Darkside of Dean. The Darkside line is a new offering of uniquely carved masterpieces straight from the darkest depths of legendary guitar builders Dean B. Zelinsky’s mind. “The Darkside series is designed... - July 31, 2009 - DBZ Guitars
Radney Foster Surprises Fans with Free Interactive Flash Drive at Birthday Party
Star-studded show, incredible music, and a new technology that gave lucky fans exclusive content makes for a very special night. - July 30, 2009 - Gigmark Interactive Media
Rockabilly Star Joins Be Bop A Lula At Edinburgh Fringe Festival 16-30 Aug
Scotland’s foremost rockabilly artist Paul Paterson is Music Director of revival of legendary stageshow Be Bop A Lula 16-30 Aug at Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2009. - July 30, 2009 - Be Bop A Lula
Alt/Soul Singer/Songwriter the Sistah's Debut EP Brown on the Edges Available Now
The Sistah's Debut EP to feature songs "Brooklyn Was Beautiful," "I'm Sorry" and "1ne (Remix)" featuring Eternia. - July 30, 2009 - Ironhorse Music Group LLC
SquareZero Wins Sneaky Sound System Competition
Aussie band 'Sneaky Sound System' posted a competition challenge on the Vimeo website. Design their latest music video "It's not my problem" and be in with a chance to win £5000. With only 2 days left to enter, SquareZero's animator 'George Cheng' couldn't resist giving the Sneaky Sound System competition a go. - July 30, 2009 - SquareZero