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The Great Rock & Roll Kindle - Free Speech Has a Revival Through Eternal Youth Empire
Thanks to IT Companies like Supremus Group, independent writers and publishers can now easily and economically make their publications available on Kindle. Even dead rock stars like Kurt Cobain are being resurrected on this revolutionary device. - February 20, 2009 - Eternal Youth Empire
IHMG is Wrapped in Velvet
Ironhorse Music Group LLC to release first instrumental project from in-house production team, The Aqua League. - February 20, 2009 - Ironhorse Music Group LLC
Detroit Independent Label Protekted Records and Recording Artist P-Live Sign with Bungalo Records of Universal Music Group Distribution
The Independent Record Label Will Gain Distribution in Hundreds of New Stores and All Major Digital Outlets Worldwide. - February 19, 2009 - Bungalo Records
Jambonie.com Launches Redesigned Web Site Using 100% Microsoft Silver Light
Jambonie com, an independent musicians and band website, was created for all independent musicians to get their music heard on a national and international level with free page hosting. This week Jambonie.com launched a redesigned web site that is now 100% Microsoft Silver light. This change means... - February 19, 2009 - Jambonie.com
Fran Ashcroft (Gorillaz, Dandy Warhols, The Kingsman) Finishes Up the Debut Sunset Records Release, London, Paris, Tokyo, Space by the Boy from Space
Music industry veteran, Fran Ashcroft finishes the final mixes and the record pool song versions for the debut The Boy From Space CD at his world renowned state of the art Happy Beat Studios in the UK. - February 19, 2009 - Sunset Corporation of America
Master Jazz Pianist Eyran Katsenelenbogen Releases 88 Fingers, His 10th Solo CD
Eyran Records announces the release of pianist Eyran Katsenelenbogen’s highly anticipated new solo album, 88 Fingers. - February 19, 2009 - Eyran Records
KC Cafe Radio Online Streaming Station Celebrates Milestone
KC Cafe Radio Online Internet radio celebrates milestone showing that listeners make a stations success showcasing original music outlasting other start ups. - February 18, 2009 - KC Cafe Radio
Wex Rex Presents Ten Years After & Alvin Lee Memorabilia in March 1st PRWAuctions.com Auction
Alvin Lee may be best remembered from Woodstock, but to many fans Ten Years After was the greatest band ever, and Alvin one of the greatest guitarists. And the memorabilia can be hard to find. A collection will be sold at auction March 1, 2009 at Phil Weiss Auction Gallery in Oceanside NY. - February 18, 2009 - Wex Rex Collectibles
Wex Rex Presents Jimi Hendrix Memorabilia in March 1st PRWAuctions.com RockNRoll Auction
Rare concert posters and handbills promoting 1960s events are not only historic references of times gone by, but future investments in masterpiece lithography by respected artists. Like Picasso and Lautrec, these works on paper could someday be the cream of the crop. Rick Griffin is known as one of the most prolific of the 1960s San Francisco scene, doing psychedelic, surfer and hot rod art for magazines, underground newspapers and concert promoters. - February 18, 2009 - Wex Rex Collectibles
Mel B's New Online Auction Benefits Children's Hospital Los Angeles
Former Spice Girl cleans out her closet for charity. - February 18, 2009 - Celebrity Loop
Karine Hannah Collaborates with Songwriter/Producer Ayhan Sahin on New Release "Karine" - Release Streets Globally Jan. 27 on Young Pals Music
In all, "Karine" hearkens a bygone era where an album was designed to serve up the full spectrum of an artist's ability—instead of so many gimmick-driven, pinhole-targeted acts that drive today's marketplace. Hannah's versatility is her trump, imbued with innate celestial talent and consummate emotive fervor. Aligned with these dozen-plus sing-along treasures, here is a project whose stamp is utterly timeless. - February 17, 2009 - Young Pals Music
50 Greatest Love Songs
The Internet radio station MartiniintheMorning.com counted down the 50 most romantic songs on Valentine’s Day, February 14th 2009. "The Way You Look Tonight,” landed in the top spot in MartiniInTheMorning.com’s annual poll. The station played 3 different interpretations of the song in three different countdowns. - February 17, 2009 - Standard Media Group
Indianapolis’ Despo to Release New Single ‘Ready’ – Red Carpet Style
Event to be held February 27, 2009 at The White Diamond in Indianapolis and will be streamed live online at www.808.fm - February 17, 2009 - 808.fm
Curtis Peoples Returns to the Touring Circuit This Spring
Peoples gears up for nationwide tour with Josh Hoge, Ernie Halter, and Tony Lucca - February 17, 2009 - Curtis Peoples
MODA Entertainment Signs New Client Legendary Jazz Saxophonist & Composer Dexter Gordon
MODA Entertainment's licensing division signs exclusive worldwide representation agreement for Dextor Gordon for name, likeness, and music for merchandising and licensing. - February 17, 2009 - PublicityBox
How to Beat the Recession Blues with Music
Recover one’s spirits to have the right energy to overcome hard times. - February 16, 2009 - Monica Cuneo
Mugasha Selected as SXSW Accelerator Finalist
Electronic music site, Mugasha.com has been selected as a finalist in the Online Music category for the SXSW Accelerator program during the SXSW Interactive Festival. CEO, Akshay Dodeja, will be presenting Mugasha during the Accelerator event on March 16th in Austin, Texas. The SXSW Conference has... - February 15, 2009 - Mugasha
The British Are Coming … to South Atlanta
British Invasion is second in “Sounds of the 60s” Live Concert Series. - February 15, 2009 - Speer Entertainment
New Single by Pessimist in Training - "Dominoes"
American-Israeli rockers, Pessimist in Training, have released a new single: "Dominoes." - February 15, 2009 - Pessimist in Training
Rock Band Simples Mortales Navigates the Internet/Spanish Rock
At www.simplesmortales.com, fans of ‘rock en español’ (Spanish rock) can enjoy the music of Puerto Rican band Simples Mortales. Five professional men created this band, after deciding to renew their youth dreams and become rockers. “We are breaking the mold; freeing our... - February 13, 2009 - simples mortales
FAME-IS.TV, Andy Hilfiger Entertainment and Star Vodka Present: Izzy Gold - a Birthday Celebration & Fashion Week Kickoff Party Hosted by Michael Fredo
Andy Hilfiger Entertainment and FAME-IS.TV's Michael Fredo will be hosting the exclusive birthday celebration for one of NYC’s hottest music producers, Izzy Gold, on February 13th at 205 Club. Izzy Gold is a new media music branding company specializing in entertainment, fashion, and music... - February 13, 2009 - Izzy Gold Records
Mohawk Bomb Records Announces New Music Releases for Spring 2009
Mohawk Bomb Records, the award-winning, Clearwater-based independent record label, announces its release schedule for spring 2009. Soulfound "Live at Zen Recording": features 5 songs performed live at Zen Recording from their "Is a Rock Band" album, released in September 2008. - February 12, 2009 - Mohawk Bomb Records
Rhythm N Rhymes Has Just Completed the First Phase of Their Website
Rhythm N Rhymes Media Distribution offers a wide variety of services. Their goal is to provide an efficient platform for independent record labels to market their music via the growing number of download services. - February 12, 2009 - Web Star Promotions, LLC
MUSIC NOT POLITICS, Money Island and Trax Music Resource Center present Music Awareness 2009
100 hours of continuous live music held in a virtual platform streamed all over the world. - February 11, 2009 - MUSIC NOT POLITICS
Rihanna Assault Calls Attention to Violence Against Women
The recent arrest of R&B star Chris Brown, who reportedly assaulted and threatened singer Rihanna, has brought the issue of violence against women into the public spotlight again. "The sad reality is that domestic violence and dating violence happen every day, even among young teens, and the impact is both far-reaching and under-reported," said Gandy. - February 11, 2009 - National Organization for Women
"Let's Fall in Love" with The Lounge Sound
Standard Media Group's The Lounge Sound at MartiniInTheMorning.com and 1480 AM KPHX in Phoenix are polling their listeners to vote on their favorite love songs. The countdown of the 50 most popular love songs will be played on Valentines Day Saturday February 14th. - February 10, 2009 - Standard Media Group
New Idea for a Special Valentine Day and Gift
A live Valentine Serenade. - February 09, 2009 - Monica Cuneo
Rustie Blue Has Landed Another #1
"One Hot Summer Ago" is one of the most beautiful ballads of the last years. A song to love and cry that works deep inside your heart, thanks to the wonderful and technically perfect voice of Rustie Blue. She is one of the most exciting female vocalists in today's country music... - February 09, 2009 - Center Stage Productions
Party of Two @ Beast: Live Jazz in the Back Room
Jazz violinist Zach Brock will appear in performance with guitarists Jonathan Kreisberg, Ben Monder, and Nate Radley at Beast Restaurant, located at 638 Bergen Street in Brooklyn’s Prospect Heights neighborhood at 8PM on February 16, 23, and March 2 respectively. There is no cover charge or drink minimum and seating is limited. Call 718-399-6855 to make a reservation. - February 08, 2009 - Secret Fort Music, LLC
Singer/Songwriter/International Spokesmodel Jimmie Reign Releases Her First Official Music Video, “Different Person”
Popular American music performer Jimmie Reign has debuted the official music video for “Different Person”, the second single from her highly anticipated debut album “Pretty Girl”. Directed by Juan de la Torre of Tektonic Entertainment and produced by Mprint Music, the video... - February 08, 2009 - MPRINT MUSIC
17- Year Veteran Super-Producer, Ty Fyffe, Keeps Hustlin’ with Busta Rhymes & T-Pain
Busta’s latest track Hustlers Anthem produced by Ty Fyffe kicks 2009 off with bang. - February 08, 2009 - Ty Fyffe
Pop Sensation OneRepublic Kicks Off Season Two of ‘Rehearsal Space’ on Zoom in Online
OneRepublic, will be featured on Season 2 of 'Rehearsal Space,' Zoom-In Online's Internet Music Channel. Rehearsal Space, features weekly album and show reviews, original commentary on the recording industry alongside technical and creative tips to help musicians bring their sound to the next level. - February 07, 2009 - Zoom-In Online | Magnet Media, Inc.
New Teacher Joins Staff at Local Music School
Renowned Singing Veteran Wendy Butler to Provide Voice Lessons at Monroe’s Creative Music Center. - February 07, 2009 - Creative Music Center
Fall in Love with the Joiners on Valentine's Day
The Joiners Valentine's Day Bash. - February 07, 2009 - The Joiners
The Announcement of the First Release Candidate of AV Voice Changer Diamond New Version 7.0
Avnex Ltd. announces the first release candidate of their premium Voice Changer Software Diamond new version 7.0, coinciding with this year’s Valentine’s Day. For more information, please visit their website at www.audio4fun.com/promotion.htm. - February 07, 2009 - AVSoft Corp.
Model Management Group, MMG Continues to Achieve Unprecedented Growth Despite a Falling Economy. Celebrity and Children's Division Continues to Grow.
Model Management Group, MMG a New York-based modeling and talent management agency, continues to surprise its competition but not its owner. The first sign came two years ago when Gap put its newest catalog casting on hold until it could arrange to hold a private casting for MMG talented kid’s division. - February 06, 2009 - Model Management Group NYMMG
MUZU.TV Makes Music Video a Free for All
So, how can you watch and share as many music videos as you want without getting disconnected by your internet service provider or worse still, getting busted by the record labels and their illegal downloading investigators? Check out www.muzu.tv, a new music TV website where music fans can watch,... - February 06, 2009 - MUZU.TV
Food Allergy Benefit Concert
Award-winning food allergic teen musician to perform on behalf of food allergic families. - February 06, 2009 - Anaphylaxis and Food Allergy Association of Minnesota
'Art of Invention' Song Honors Inventors for African Heritage Month
‘Art of Invention’ is a song written by Jair Dynast to pay tribute to the significant contributions African-Americans inventors have made to modern society. - February 06, 2009 - eMultimedia Group, Inc.
Even in Bad Times, Songwriters Willing to Pay to Protect Their Copyrights
International Song Registration Company Boasts Best Year Ever, Signing Up Songwriters and Musicians, Despite Dire Economic Times. - February 06, 2009 - SongRegistration.com
Bluewater Production Signs Nashville Recording Artists "West & Daniels"
Bluewater Production (BWP) is proud to announce negations with Nashville Recording Artists West and Daniels has lead to a singing of an exclusive management contract. West & Daniels is a duo that sparks the interest of young and old. They can play Country music as Country Music should be... - February 06, 2009 - Bluewater Production
Sheet Music Leader Announces Two New Distribution Centers
J.W. Pepper, the largest sheet music retailer in the world, is opening two new warehouse distribution facilities to support the company's order fulfillment needs. - February 05, 2009 - J.W. Pepper & Son, Inc.
Saturday Night Shakedown to Release "Better Than Hollywood" CD
"Better Than Hollywood" release date is March 2, 2009 it will release on iTunes and Amazon.com. "We are so excited to release these new songs, I know some of you have heard some of these songs at our shows but we truly think all of you will love them." said guitarist Mike... - February 05, 2009 - Saturday Night Shakedown
The Hotcakes Ink Deal with Cincinnati Reds to "Paint the Town Red"
New York City band’s original song is selected as anthem for popular Major League Baseball Team - February 04, 2009 - The Hotcakes
All Ages Concert Production Company, Afton, Has Gone Nationwide
Afton is the connection to the inside of the exclusive music industry. - February 04, 2009 - Afton, LLC
Najam Sheraz Will be Interviewed on BBC Radio February 4
Janet Goodman Publicity and Booking announces BBC Asian Network program GAGAN GREWAL has singer, composer, producer Najam Sheraz as celebrity guest this week. - February 04, 2009 - Janet Goodman Publicity and Booking
Soul Ride: Bullet Train Tour: East Coast
A soul band with it's own brand, kLoB takes to the road to support their self-released debut album, 'speed dial: LOVE.' - February 04, 2009 - kLoB
2009 Edition of Contemporary Drums and Percussion Camp - June 17-19, 2009
Created for all levels, this unique Camp offers daily sessions, small group lessons and Individual instruction opportunities with Jose Rosa, Hector Neciosup and Glen Caruba. The Camp covers history and techniques for percussion, including Drums, Big Band Drumming, Congas, Timbales, Bongos, Multi-percussion, Bata Drums and other percussion instruments. - February 03, 2009 - Contemporary Latin Music Educators, LLC
Making It Mainstream, The Highly Anticipated True Story of Love, Pain & Triumph... It's the Story of L.D.V.
Award Winning Author Shauna Bettencourt delivers the true hard knocks story of Model, Actress, Singer/ Songwriter Ludivine Michel (LDV) and how she stays among the elite in the treacherous world of entertainment. - February 02, 2009 - The Silverstone Publicity Co.
TalentTrove Radio Now Available on iTunes
TalentTrove Radio is now available in the iTunes library of streaming radio stations. - February 02, 2009 - TalentTrove.com