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Electronic Music Site, Mugasha, Launches Private Beta
Electronic music website, Mugasha.com, announced last Wednesday that they were launching into Private Beta. The announcement came after co-founder Akshay Dodeja gave a demo of the site to a full audience at Portland Web Innovators' Demolicious event. During the demo, Dodeja explained the... - January 16, 2009 - Mugasha
Sunset Continues to Develop Music Through Its Digital Record Label
Sunset has just launched a digital record label this month, finding, signing and developing music artists with the overall objective of breaking them through its distribution system, licensing network, radio promotion, press and media departments along with its live download company and radio network. - January 16, 2009 - Sunset Corporation of America
Rock Magazine Offers Free Music
Rock Magazine Offers Free Music Downloads Right from the Pages of Their Online Digital Magazine as Part of Welcoming in Their January 2009 New Issue. - January 16, 2009 - LPM Voice Magazine
Lust & Gore Hardwear Aims to Add More Metal to Music's Biggest Night™
Rollergirl owned and operated business, Lust & Gore Hardwear, is looking to bring attitude from the roller derby track to the talent Gift Bags for the 51st Annual GRAMMY® Awards. - January 16, 2009 - Lust & Gore Hardwear
Silver Starr Art Studios LLC Presents Mambo Sauce at LeftBank in Adams Morgan
Come experience the electrifying and groundbreaking sound of international sensation, Mambo Sauce, on February 7, 2009, at LeftBank located at 2424 18th St., N.W., in DC’s hot spot, Adams Morgan. Cover $20. Visit www.silverstarrartstudios.com to purchase tickets and for greater details. - January 16, 2009 - Silver Starr Art Studios LLC
Oliver Sean Honored by School for Achievement in Music
Gen Next Rockstar Oliver Sean Felicitated by his Alma Mater St. Anthony’s Monte De Guirim. - January 16, 2009 - W.O.A International : Records & Studios
DW. Dunphy – Enigmatic (Standard and Deluxe Editions) (Introverse Music) Arrives April 28, 2009
Dw. Dunphy's latest album arrives 04/09 in three formats. - January 15, 2009 - Introverse Music Ltd.
Artistic Stimulus Package Connects Socially Conscious Brands with Consumers
Three Days of Integrated Lifestyle Events Joining Like-Minded Artists and Retailers. - January 15, 2009 - BLVD
Sarasota Opera Opens Its 50th Season
Sarasota Opera to open its 50th Season with Winter Opera Festival. - January 15, 2009 - Sarasota Opera
Harlem Hip-Hop Tours Unveils Tour Package to the T-Pain & Ryan Leslie Concert at Foxwoods
Harlem Hip-Hop Tours (H3 Tours) is now offering the T-Pain Foxwoods Concert Package. This deluxe one-day tour package features tickets to see T-Pain and Ryan Leslie perform live at the MGM Grand Theater in Foxwoods. In addition to the concert, guests will receive VIP entrance into the after-party... - January 15, 2009 - Harlem Hip-Hop Tours
Pasadena Children’s Charity Goes Green in New Year with Help
Hillsides, a foster care children’s charity serving Los Angeles County including Pasadena, is going green to help cut costs and reallocate funds to provide additional services is one New Year’s Resolution. - January 14, 2009 - Hillsides
Singer Raises Her Voice to Raise Money for Foster Care Children
“An Evening with Lisa Donahey” to be Held on Saturday, January 17 at 7:00 pm. - January 14, 2009 - Hillsides
Shaggy and Maxi Priest to Launch Issimo Live Music’s Fusion Concert Series in the Cayman Islands
Issimo Celebrates the Start of Their 2009 Fusion Concert Series with Unprecedented Access for Fans and Concert Goers. - January 13, 2009 - ISSIMO LIVE MUSIC
Ambience Productions Announces the Release of Voyage
Ambience Productions announces the much anticipated release of Voyage by composer Darren G. Burton (Mystique). The CD is the composer's most recent in the Relaxation / Meditation category and sells at a RRP of $9.95. About The CD This is the perfect music compilation for meditation, relaxation,... - January 12, 2009 - Darren G. Burton
On the Mike with Mike Sherman Gets Prime Time Slot Again
One of the nation’s premier music lifestyle television shows moves to the Saturday 10.30pm slot on CBS WBFS MY 33 in Miami Florida. - January 12, 2009 - Mike Sherman Productions, Inc.
SAE Institute Miami Instructor, Franklin "El Medico" Rodriguez Receives Another Grammy Nomination
SAE Institute of Technology Miami alumni, instructor, and engineer, Franklin “El Medico” Rodriguez has been nominated for a Grammy for his work as a mixing engineer on La Verdad by Locos Por Juana. Nominated in the Best Latin Rock or Alternative Album category, this marks the third time Franklin has been involved in a Grammy nominated project. - January 11, 2009 - SAE Institute of Technology, US
Grammy Nominated Producer Joins the E.R.R.U.P.T. Studios and Management
Grammy nominated producer, Doug Rasheed, joins Atlanta-based management team and will be panelist at Dynamic Producers Conference - January 11, 2009 - E.R.R.U.P.T Studios
The Hoodlaw Movement Joins Go Large Records
Haylo, who is also the creator of “Tha Hoodlaw Report”, developed the Hoodlaw Movement to produce regulation within the hip hop industry and an opportunity to provide others with a “just opportunity to succeed in life and any field of choice.” Now The Hoodlaw Movement has joined forces with Go Large Records. - January 09, 2009 - Go Large Records International, LLC
Cheju – Broken Waves - Warm Melodic Electronic Music
Broken Waves is the third CD album by Boltfish Recordings co-owner Cheju (Wil Bolton), following on from previous full-length releases on Unlabel (Pica, 2006) and U-Cover (Diode, 2007). Cheju’s distinctive brand of warm, melodic and glitchy electronic music blends glowing analogue synth tones, deep layers of atmospheric textures and complex beatwork. - January 09, 2009 - Boltfish Recordings
First of A Kind New Type of Acoustic Harp, Has Both Green Laser Beams, And Harp Strings
Glenn J. Hill, of Mountain Glen Harps LLC, announces the commissioning of a first of a kind musical instrument, a combination laser harp, with six green lasers, that also includes 33 musical strings. This acoustic-electric hap will play beautifully as an acoustic harp with nearly five octaves of notes, as well as amplified with stereo or mixed-mono out-put. But it will also 'play' sampled midi music and nature sounds, and trigger the projection of still and video images via an LDC projector. - January 09, 2009 - Mountain Glen Harps LLC
W.O.A Records Signs on New Talent Maria Marsch
International label W.O.A Records signs on 15 year old Maria Marsch to an International Record deal. - January 08, 2009 - W.O.A International : Records & Studios
UPhonic Records Releases Pumping New Dance Record to Help Resolution-Makers Get in Shape for the New Year
UPhonic Records released its latest compilation: Workout: Pumping House, on January 6th. Workout: Pumping House is the ultimate companion to countless New Year’s resolutions and a motivational tool for listeners to achieve their fitness goals. The complete package includes a double-disc set... - January 08, 2009 - UPhonic Records
Eye Music Network Mobile is Here
Yes. Eye Music Network (EMN) has launched its new Mobile TV service, EMN MOBILE 24/7 LIVE, for the enjoyment of its viewers. Now everyone can watch EMN’s 24/7 live music video channel on over 250 different models of cellular phones for a modest monthly fee of $1.99. This package grants... - January 08, 2009 - Eye Music Network
Daniel Casavant, First Canadian Member of Go Large Records
Not only does the distinguished acoustic singer represent one of Canada’s finest musicians, but Daniel Casavant also represents Go Large Records as one of the first Canadian artists to sign with the American based artist development agency. - January 08, 2009 - Go Large Records International, LLC
School of Rock Students Have Become Familiar Faces on South Florida’s Music Scene
Students at the Paul Green School of Rock Music – Coral Springs have become familiar faces on south Florida’s music scene and fans are in for yet another treat by this group of talented young musicians when they serve up a big helping of Southern rock at two All Ages shows on Friday, January 30 and Sunday, February 8. - January 07, 2009 - The Paul Green School of Rock Music
YoungHollywood.com Introduces Chris Brown’s Newest Prodigy, Scooter Smiff
YoungHollywood.com talks to Chris Brown’s new artist, Scooter Smiff, thirteen-year-old rapper who tells them about being discovered by his “Big Brother.” - January 07, 2009 - Young Hollywood
The Sage Gateshead Uses Cirrus Equipment to Protect Workers Hearing
The Sage Gateshead, the landmark centre for musical education, performance and conferences on the south bank of the River Tyne, has begun to use Cirrus equipment to ensure that the hearing of its workers is protected. - January 05, 2009 - Cirrus Research plc
New Tunes, New Venue; the Brooks Young Band Rocks the Renovated Barnstead Church
Saturday January 31st from 8-10 PM the Brooks Young Band will perform at the Barnstead Church, in NH, a newly renovated music venue. Fender endorsed artist Brooks Young and his band will be one of the first to play at Barnsteadʼs new hot spot. They will be playing songs from their new CD... - January 03, 2009 - Brooks Young Band
The Lounge Sound- Phoenix 1480AM
While the "Standards"are vanishing from many traditional radio stations one up-start internet station is trying to reverse the trend. MartiniInTheMorning.com will be programming KPHX 1480 AM in Phoenix and bringing the timeless music we know as "The Great American Songbook" back to traditional radio. - January 02, 2009 - Standard Media Group
Independent Musician Puts It All Together
BlakeAndrew Launches Website with Community Experience - January 01, 2009 - BlakeAndrew Music
Fourth Album from Promis, "Life is Grand!" Offers World Music Pallete with Accessible Melodies and Lyrical Themes of Love, Life and Its Lessons
Influenced by the cool breezes and warm waters of the Mediterranean, the 14 songs explore themes of life, love and lessons, with a rich tapestry of all-live instruments. Recorded by Chilean singer/songwriter Jose Promis and produced and co-written with Turkish songwriter Ayhan Sahin, the project is truly a mesh of world influences, while maintaining a decidedly pop imprint. - December 31, 2008 - Young Pals Music
MP3Waxx.com Celebrates Being the Industry's Highest Rated Music Promotion Service.
MP3Waxx.com celebrates being the industry's highest rated music promotion service in the year 2008. MP3Waxx successfully broke numerous records from the hottest A-List artists in the music industry. MP3Waxx supplies the top radio, club, satellite, and mixtape DJs from all over the world with the... - December 31, 2008 - MP3Waxx.com
End Malaria Awards 2008 Announced by Malaria Foundation International
The Malaria Foundation International (MFI) is proud to announce the recipients of its 2008 “End Malaria Awards.” The “End Malaria Awards” serve to recognize many people and organizations who worked in 2007 to help the fight to End Malaria. The "End Malaria Awards” include over 50 award categories. Informative write-ups and website linkages can be found at the Malaria Foundation’s website, www.malaria.org, for all winners. - December 30, 2008 - Malaria Foundation International
Peace CD of Original Songs Released by NH Women; “Let Peace Expand” CD a Powerful Peace Offering
A peace CD of 11 original songs written by composer and pianist Lisa Gail Murray and sung by vocalist Cynthia Schroer has been released. These two New Hampshire mothers teamed up to record the inspirational songs that explore the theme of peace – in the world and within the self. “Let Peace Expand,” available through their website www.LetPeaceExpand.com and www.CDBaby.com offers lyrical songs that uplift the heart. - December 30, 2008 - Let Peace Expand
TC of 39th Ave Music Shares His Business Expertise to Assist in Restoring the Community
There are many ways for a successful individual to give back. TC of 39th Ave Music continues to find those ways, and utilizes them to make an impact in his community. Whether it's a charity Christmas party for under privilege kids, a free concert to raise money for a great cause, TC of 39th Ave Music is always willing to give back to those in need. - December 28, 2008 - 39th Ave Music LLC
MyCDparty.com Presents SOUL LOUNGE Live Music Event
MyCDparty.com presents its new version of a Live Music Soul Event called SOUL LOUNGE on Thursday, January 8, 2009 at The French Quarter Café at 823 Woodland Street in Nashville, Tennessee. Doors will open at 7pm and the show will start at 9pm. Featured performers include soul sensation Casme, jazz/Soul Band Gilmore Scott, Freddie B of Freddie B TV and the Soul Freestyle singer Bill Lee. Tickets can be purchased at www.myCDparty.com - December 26, 2008 - SOUL LOUNGE USA
Matt Hespelt Awarded Player of the Month for December 2008
Bill Wright's Guitar Studio has awarded Matt Hespelt of Sparta, NJ the Player of the Month Award for December 2008. Matt Hespelt picked up the guitar at age 9. His interest in classic rockers Led Zeppelin and Rush motivated him to become a guitar player, and he showed plenty of motivation from the... - December 25, 2008 - Bill Wright School Of Music
Inspirational Speaker Michael Segal Releases First CD -- Possible CD Features Stories of Hope, Inspiration and Humor and the Music of The O’Neill Brothers
Shooting victim Michael Segal releases inspirational CD containing stories of hope, humor and inspiration. Music by The O'Neill Brothers. - December 24, 2008 - Lone Star Sound
Top Ten MySpace Artists The Ex Box Boys
International Internet Phenomenon & Top Ten MySpace Artists The Ex Box Boys to Play Haley’s Pub & Grill January 9. - December 24, 2008 - The Ex Box Boys
Hoopla Media Group: Erotic D Live from Prison
Erotic D has given Hoopla Media Group access with this exclusive interview from behind bars to talk about his... - December 24, 2008 - Hoopla Media Group LLC
Last Minute Gift Ideas for Music Lovers
From Viola in Music website, all about the viola. - December 23, 2008 - Viola in Music
Kleenbeats Gives New Artists Music Licensing Opportunities; Opportunity on Global Music Community Gets Artists Straight to the Source
Kleenbeats, Australia’s premier music licensing company, is now accepting submissions from artists for film, Television and radio placement. - December 23, 2008 - kleenbeats Music Licensing
Axebay is a New Music Site Created to Help Connect Guitarists with Each Other via Forums and Member Boards
Axebay is a new guitar site designed to be the best at bringing musicians together with a forum and marketplace. Guitarists can post stories and tips providing a level of interaction like no other. - December 22, 2008 - Axebay
Celebrate Greeting’s Season with Cool Morphing Tools
Avnex Ltd. join in the holiday season at http://www.audio4fun.com with great offers on all of their morphing products. For more information, please visit their website at http://www.audio4fun.com/promotion.htm. - December 22, 2008 - AVSoft Corp.
New Site for Online Ticket Sales to Sold Out Events
TopOnlineTickets.com has just release a new website for finding premium and hard to find tickets to major sports, live concert and theatre events. TopOnlineTickets.com specializes in providing tickets to sold out events for those looking for premium, hard to find tickets to top events at the... - December 21, 2008 - Top Online Tickets
AVnex Celebrating Christmas and New Year by Offering Real Deals
Christmas is coming around again all over the world. AVnex also joins in the spirit of this Christmas by offering its customers many free gifts, free e-cards and special discounts from 20% up in a special promotion program for Christmas. - December 21, 2008 - AVSoft Corp.
Viola in Music Website is All About the Viola
Famous composers who played it, famous compositions, famous viola and violin player - December 20, 2008 - Viola in Music
No More Service Charges on Concert, Sports and Theatre Tickets
David Boitano Co-Founder of TICKETFINDER.com™ announced today “We have removed our service charge and you now save on every concert, sports and theatre ticket sold on our website. We listen to our clients and the biggest request was to “Remove the Service Charges” so here... - December 17, 2008 - TICKETFINDER.com™
Suzana Da Camara to Launch New Album in 2009
Canadian singer/composer Suzana Da Camara is set to launch her new album in Toronto, Ontario, Canada in 2009. Containing 11 to 13 tracks in English, French and Portuguese, the songs were written by Suzana herself, her long time business partner Mike Dell, and Randall Savoie, an extraordinary... - December 17, 2008 - Suzana Da Camara
Nucliess Tops Cincy Hard/Alt Rock Charts with "Left Behind"
Nucliess tops the local Hard/Alt Rock "Make the Charts" with "Left Behind," the hit single from debut release "Shades of Life." - December 17, 2008 - Nucliess