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MP3 Musicgrams Featured MP3 of the Week: “Beautiful Girl “by Taylor Van Zant
MP3Musicgrams.com, a free MP3 music promotion site for Indie artists and labels, adds to the growing data base of indie artists and labels and currently has a database of over 2000 songs and 2000 artists for online users to choose from and send to friends and music fans. - June 22, 2008 - Munch Music Inc.
Brooklyn Zu and Buddha Monk on USA Concert Tour 2008
Buddha Monk together with Brooklyn Zu on Concert Tour 2008 throughout USA. - June 22, 2008 - Buddha Monk Management
ActiveMusic Auction of Celebrity-Autographed Baldwin Green Baby Grand Piano Goes Live Today; Proceeds to Benefit Global Green USA’s Rebuilding New Orleans Green Project
A one-of-a-kind, Baldwin environmentally “green” baby grand piano, is being auctioned live on the ActiveMusic Web site, www.activemusic.org, the organization announced today. The auction goes live, Friday June 20th, and will continue through July 4, 2008. The piano has been signed by Fats Domino, Dr. John, Ray Brown Jr., Dr. Lonnie Smith, James “Fathead” Newman, Sophie B. Hawkins and others. Autographed electric guitars, donated by Gibson, Ibanez and Fender will also be auctioned. - June 21, 2008 - ActiveMusic
New Single by Memoryhole is a Tribute to 40th Anniversary of Beatles "White Album"
Memoryhole is a psychedelic low-fi experimental rock band based in New York City. - June 21, 2008 - OrangeBeef Press
WCPE General Manager to Serve on NCAB Board
WCPE General Manager Deborah Proctor has been elected to the North Carolina Association of Broadcasters. Proctor will serve as an affiliate director. - June 21, 2008 - WCPE 89.7FM
Trance Project Dream Quest Releases 'Season Three: Herb Garden'
Dark World International is proud to announce the release of 'Season Three: Herb Garden' from Dream Quest. - June 21, 2008 - Dark World International
The Party Animals Live Join Forces with Venture IAB
The Party Animals Live, a new Rock n Roll Kid Show, is now teaming up with Venture IAB. Venture is a full service talent and marketing agency who's clients range from Muse Watson (NCIS and Prison Break) to Christopher Knight (The Surreal Life and Celebrity Circus). Together they will market this new brand of family entertainment, - June 20, 2008 - The Party Animals, LLC
Alternative Rock Band, Blistur, to Give Away 100 Free CDs
Rock band, Blistur, has teamed up with frozen beverage company f"REAL/foods - find a winning lid and receive a free autographed CD. - June 20, 2008 - Blistur
Tribute Band and Rock Stars Unite for Charity Single Release
Scottish tribute band The Complete Stone Roses, along with New Order bassist Peter Hook and Inspiral Carpets keyboardist Clint Boon have joined forces to raise money for cancer research charity CRUK by releasing a reworked cover of legendary New Order / Joy Division song "Love Will Tear Us Apart" due out on Monday 23rd June 2008. - June 20, 2008 - PL Management
ISSIMO Live Music Delivers Top Artists Across Canada in Series of Major Concert Events
50 Cent, G-Unit, Sean Paul, Akon and More to Perform Issimo Live Music Events in Various Canadian Markets; Company to Launch US Division This Summer - June 19, 2008 - ISSIMO LIVE MUSIC
Music Goes Green in Nashville
What started off as an environmental music endeavor is becoming an evolution into a new green sound. When WheatwareTM Biodegradables launched their new music line last year, it was because of their environmental mission to provide replacement products for wood and plastic items. No one at the... - June 19, 2008 - Wheatware
Alonce Music Agency Working Hand in Hand with CA2NY Music Media
Alonce Music Agency is now backed by one of the nations fastest rising music media companies, CA2NY Music Media. Artists will now have the ability to have their public relations campaigns developed from a reputable, fast moving organization. - June 19, 2008 - Alonce Music Agency
Café Des Amis Celebrates Music Day in Covent Garden
Music Day not only in exhibition road. Cafe des Amis celebrate fete de la musique in Covent Garden Saturday 21st with Dorinel Bastide. - June 19, 2008 - Cafe des Amis
Keyshia Cole, Ne-Yo for Reggae Sumfest
Reggae Sumfest organizers yesterday added top R&B singer, Keyshia Cole and rapper Ne-Yo, to this year’s international night concert for the July 13-19 festival in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Cole, known for hits like `Should A Let You Go,` `Heaven Sent` and `I Remember,` has been added to the... - June 19, 2008 - Red Stripe Reggae Sumfest
PR~link® Wins Gold National Media Relations Award from Bulldog Reporter
PR~Link, a communications, branding and public relations firm, has won a gold national Bulldog Reporter Award. - June 18, 2008 - PR-Link Public Relations
Newcomers Junior League Band Approach Onto the Bluegrass Festival Circuit and Are Set to Perform Floydfest and Summerfest
A new generation of bluegrass filled with fiddle, banjo and solid instrumentation called “Junior League Band” emerge onto the scene. This summer, Junior League Band's high-energy performance will be featured on the emerging artist stage at Virginia’s Floydfest where there will be three days of music, art, and entertainment from Thursday, July 24, threw Sunday, July 27. The band will also be featured at Summerfest. - June 18, 2008 - Junior League Band
Techno Artist Johnny M Releases 'Riddle'
Dark World International is proud to announce the release of 'Riddle' from Johnny M. - June 18, 2008 - Dark World International
World Peace for Life Presented by Prince Ali. June 21st@ The Los Angeles Convention Center. 6:30-11:30 PM.
Concert to feature world renowned musicians and speakers to promote peace in our lifetime. - June 17, 2008 - World Peace For Life
Unanimous Records, Hip Hop & Rap Music Artist "LT" Nominated for MP3 Music Award in the UK
The debut single by hip hop and rap music artist “LT” titled “The Candle Always Burns” feat. multi-platinum singer Imarri has been nominated for the prestigious Hip Hop/Rap MP3 Music Award in the United Kingdom. - June 17, 2008 - Unanimous Records
MAYO Communications Retained by Warrior Records to Promote the Canadian Rock Star Group Crash Kelly in USA and Canada
MAYO Communications has been hired to promote Toronto-based guitar slinger Sean Kelly, who marks the U.S. release of his much anticipated third CD entitled, "One More Heart Attack" with his popular group called Slash Kelly. - June 16, 2008 - MAYO Communications
5th Annual Negro Spirituals Heritage Day
The event was initiated by Friends of Negro Spirituals, an Oakland-based organization with the goal of preserving Negro Spirituals through educating the public. - June 16, 2008 - Friends of Negro Spirituals
Dark World International Moves Operations to New Location
Dark World International headquarters has moved to a new location in West Cork, Ireland. - June 16, 2008 - Dark World International
Dirk Quinn Announces Summers Shows in Support of His Brand New QuinnTet CD
Dirk Quinn sets up summer tour dates that have them playing music festivals, July 4th celebration events and a special run of acoustic shows at Starbucks. - June 15, 2008 - Sunset Corporation of America
Dune Dogs to Perform at Brightleaf Square
The Dune Dogs (www.thedunedogs.com), which consists of area executives playing “country-fried swamp ‘n’ roll music,” will appear at the Brightleaf Square Friday Night Concert Series on Friday, June 20, from 7 to 9 p.m. The band is fresh off their Spring Pillar-to-Post Tour... - June 15, 2008 - The Dune Dogs
She’s a Recording Artist, an Actress and an Author
Announcing the Debut CD Release of Crystal Notes (The Girl with a Million Dreams). - June 15, 2008 - So Fine Music
Alonce Music Agency Signs Josh Solomon or is It "Buddy Holly"?
Those familiar with Buddy Holly’s story are quick to point out the striking similarities between Buddy Holly and The Crickets and Josh and the Empty Pockets. Alonce Music Agency is proud to announce their campaign for Josh Solomon and the Empty Pockets. - June 15, 2008 - Alonce Music Agency
Actor & New Hip Hop Sensation "CEL-LOW" is Giving Back
Former Louisiana native and now Tyler, Texas resident Marcello Jones is giving back to his home town and the entire Southern & Midwest region and abroad. “CELLOW” recently signed with the Don Alesante' Music Group & Fashions LLC brand recognized as DAMG, located in West Allis, Wisconsin which is headed by both Mrs. Shannon L. Chestnut and her husband Mr. Dante Chestnut Sr. - June 14, 2008 - DON ALESANTE MUSIC GROUP LLC.
Robert Lauri Performing in the US Soon
Robert Lauri and the band Alef, will be on tour for a series of major concerts in several states in America. Robert Lauri has also announced the forthcoming release of his new album, "Liberté", scheduled in Autumn. All of which means that 2008 will see a number of major projects come to fruition for the singer/composer. - June 14, 2008 - Robert Lauri
Mia Miata Performs at Artscape
The line-up has just been released from the Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts, and Baltimore native Mia Miata is to be the first artist to perform at Artscape, the largest free, public arts festival in the country. Mia Miata to take the main stage on Friday July 18, 2008 at 4:00pm. - June 13, 2008 - Mia Miata
Music Is My Business Delivers Multi Grammy-Award Winning Producer/Writer Bryan-Michael Cox as the New face of the 2008 Heineken Red Star Soul Tour
After months of negotiations Music Is My Business (MIMB) delivered 5 -time Grammy award winning super producer, Bryan-Michael Cox as the official face and spokesperson of the Heineken Red Star Soul Tour (HRSS) for 2008, further branding Heineken’s unique national music tour. By fusing music... - June 13, 2008 - Music Is My Business
WCPE’s 30th Birthday Present
WCPE is holding a contest to reward its loyal listeners and celebrate its 30th birthday. Thirty winners will be randomly drawn on July 18. Gifts include: CDs, books, concert tickets, WCPE T-shirts, caps and more. - June 13, 2008 - WCPE 89.7FM
Sunset Jazz is Set to Launch Label and New QuinnTet CD by Dirk Quinn
Sunset is set to release Dirk Quinn’s QuinnTet, a daring fresh CD from Philadelphia’s finest jazz funk ensemble and the debut CD on Sunset Jazz Recordings, the newly created jazz label. Since starting his music career, guitarist Dirk Quinn has gained a name as one of the most intense... - June 12, 2008 - Sunset Corporation of America
"Red" Sings "Blue" - Solo Debut from Simply Red's Mick Hucknall Pays Tribute to Bobby "Blue" Bland, Due on Rhino June 17
Solo Debut From Simply Red's Mick Hucknall Pays Tribute to Bobby "Blue" Bland on Rhino CD Due June 17. - June 12, 2008 - Mick Hucknall
Corey Feldman's Band "The Truth Movement" Set for 2nd Album Release with a Line Up of All Star Musicians
The Truth Movement is set to release their 2nd studio album this summer. Fronted by singer /songwriter Corey Feldman, the band is a Pink Floyd inspired homage to classic rock and is made up of a group of young, very talented Los Angeles musicians who have been playing together for several years. - June 12, 2008 - Corey Feldman
New Order Celebrates Career in Glasgow
DVD Includes Highlights from 2006 Glasgow Concerts, Including Rare Performances of Joy Division Songs, Plus a Bonus DVD Featuring Unreleased Footage From the Band's Personal Archives, Spotlighting Shows from 1981-2006. Available June 24 From Warner/Rhino. After sitting out much of the late '90s,... - June 12, 2008 - New Order
Blackwell Set to Release His Follow Up CD, Heartbreak on Sunset Urban Records
Blackwell set to release his follow up CD, Heartbreak on Sunset Urban Records. The spirit of Christopher Wallace and Tupac Shakur was always with Michael Blackwell with hints of their styles found on his debut album, Un4givable and their untimely deaths have always obsessed Blackwell. Heartbreak is... - June 12, 2008 - Sunset Corporation of America
R&B Artist Artist Will Preston Takes on Promoters and Club Owners
Will Preston plans summer tour dates; urges promoters to take a look. - June 11, 2008 - Will Preston
Funky White Boy Philip Clark Joins the 2nd Annual I. E. Jazz and Rhythm & Blues Festival
Triple-threat Blue-Eyed Soul sensation Philip Clark will be making his Los Angeles original music debut at the 2nd Annual I. E. Jazz and Rhythm & Blues Festival, to be held at the Moreno Valley Ranch Golf Club on June 14th, 2008. Philip Clark, backed by a four-piece band including Chris... - June 10, 2008 - Philip Clark
UGA CEO Passes the Torch
Ursula Edwards becomes the new owner, CEO & President of the newly named Urban Gospel Alliance International, Inc. About The Urban Gospel Alliance International, Inc. (UGAI) The Urban Gospel Alliance International, Inc. (UGAI) is a global Gospel music industry organization with a focus on the urban market. - June 10, 2008 - Urban Gospel Alliance International, Inc.
Cody Ventures Corporation Annouces Technology and Revenue Sharing Partnership with byCountry™
Newport Beach internet development company, Cody Ventures Corporation announces a new partnership with an international social networking platform, byCountry™ in order to share membership, technology and revenue. - June 09, 2008 - Cody Ventures Corporation
MaxMouth Teams Up with Country Superstars Montgomery Gentry and the Legendary Gibson Guitars to Bring You the "Back When I Knew It All Video Contest"
MaxMouth (www.maxmouth.com), the Artist Centric 360º Online Entertainment Network that brought you the hit web series On the Road with Bon Jovi and is also one of the fastest growing Socially Fueled Virtual Entertainment and Broadcasting Networks, has teamed up with Country Music Superstars... - June 07, 2008 - MaxMouth
"Discoveries...America Music, The Southwest" DVD
"Discoveries...America Music, The Southwest," is the third in a stunning new series from Bennett-Watt HD Productions, Inc. that combines the musical brilliance of composer/song writer and Steinway Artist, Gary Jess, with spectacular video captured in Digital High Definition. - June 06, 2008 - Bennett-Watt HD Productions, Inc.
Solar One Chooses on Site Energy Company (OSEC), to Power Revelry by the River 2008
Revelry by the River is Solar One’s annual fundraising gala held on June 5th 2008 that not only raises money for Solar One but seeks to honor those who are working to make New York City a cleaner, healthier and more sustainable place to live. - June 06, 2008 - On Site Energy
Celebrated French Fashion Designer Yves Castaldi Launches in China with Shanghai Fashion Studio
Celebrated French fashion designer Yves Castaldi is looking at the growing ranks of China's nouveau riche to boost sales. By July this year, Yves Castaldi will officially launch in China with the opening of a fashion studio and production house in Shanghai, marking his new fashion venture within... - June 06, 2008 - Yves Castaldi
The OCD Band Scheduled to Rock the 21st Annual Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular
The City of Los Alamitos 21st annual Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular to host the exciting, incomparable, classic rock group OCD this July 4th 2008. - June 06, 2008 - OCD
mpGreek and MusicNow Launch Sale of MP3 Tracks (DRM Free)
mpGreek, the biggest digital entertainment network for music and video downloads, announced that today the company will begin an international rollout of MP3 tracks. These DRM-free MP3 songs are playable on virtually any digital music-capable device, including the PC, Mac(R), iPod(R), Zune(R), Zen(R), iPhone(TM), RAZR(TM), and BlackBerry(R). The price remained the same as DRM tracks and the encoding quality is higher at 192 kpbs. The MP3 tracks are sold €0.99 and albums are €10.99. - June 06, 2008 - Greased Networks Inc
Independent Hip Hop Artist Develops a Revolutionary Concept for Marketing Himself
Hip hop artist Drizzy D.R.O has developed a new viral marketing technique that has successfully reached tens of thousands of fans in over 35 states and two countries. - June 06, 2008 - Alien8 Entertainment
June Wine and Chocolate Tasting Features Jazz on the Harbor
220 Communications Presents another After Hours Wine and Chocolate Tasting featuring the sounds of Jabon. Friday June 13th from 6PM to 10PM at the Southern Shore Yacht Club at 6401 South Richards in the Jackson Park Inner Harbor. Enjoy live music, food prizes and much more. Jabon is one of the... - June 06, 2008 - 220 Communications
Litchfield Jazz Festival Announces 2008 Line-Up
The 13th Annual Litchfield Jazz Festival will be held on August 1 - 3 at Connecticut’s Goshen Fairgrounds. The weekend includes an opening night “Friends Gala,” three star-filled days, crafters, artists, food and Litchfield Jazz Camp student performances. Past performers include Sonny Rollins, Tito Puente, Ray Charles, Diana Krall and many others. This year, they proudly present Bebe Neuwirth, Dave Brubeck, John Pizzarelli, Paquito D’Rivera, and more. "A model jazz line-up," -- The NY Times. - June 05, 2008 - Litchfield Jazz Festival
P.brown of Streettalk Announces SIR Magazine as Official Media Sponsor for the ATL Record Pool
SIR Magazine has been announced as an official media sponsor of The ATL Record Pool, which will be held June 26-28, 2008. For three powerpacked days emerging artists will attend panels hosted by some of the industry's most elite. For more details visit www.myspace.com/theatlrecordpool. SIR... - June 05, 2008 - SIR Magazine