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GRM Records Has a New Identity

Los Angeles-based record label GRM Records will additionally identify as Phony Blues Band Records. - February 06, 2022 - Phony Blues Band Records

Stitched Up Heart Creates Their First Haptagram of Alecia "Mixi" Demner’s Heartbeat - Haptagrams Are a New Type of Digital Content That Combines Sight, Sound and Touch

Stitched Up Heart, an American rock band formed in 2010 by singer Alecia "Mixi" Demner, has created their first Haptagram going live today. The band’s first Haptagram is of Mixi’s actual heartbeat. A Haptagram is an entirely new type of digital content that fuses together, for the first time, the power of human touch with sight, and sound to give fans, followers, and friends a much more engaging, immersive, and profound experience on late-model smartphones. - February 04, 2022 - Haptagram Inc.

Tennessee Outlaw Country Recruits MTS' Chart-Topping Vocalist for New Single, Veterans Suicide Prevention Benefit

MTS' Matt Westin joins Tennessee Outlaw Country to record “Ghost Train.” The band will perform at a March benefit alongside Jamie O’Neal and Tom Proctor. - February 04, 2022 - MTS Management Group

Loveforce International Releases "I Want Your Love" to a Pretty Kitten

On Friday, February 4th, Loveforce International will release two new digital singles, "I Want Your Love" and "Pretty Kitten" and will host a book giveaway in their honor. - February 02, 2022 - Loveforce International Publishing Company

Loveforce International Declares Its Second Annual Love Song February

Loveforce International is declaring its second annual Love Song in February. It will release only love songs every Friday in the month of February. - February 02, 2022 - Loveforce International Publishing Company

Global Music Superstar Damian Marley Makes Substantial Investment Into New Maple Holdings

Damian "Jr. Gong" Marley, the world renowned music artist, recipient of four Grammy Awards, and the youngest son of iconic reggae artist Bob Marley, has made a strategic investment into New Maple Holdings (“New Maple”) - the private parent company of CanWe Growers (a Canadian... - February 01, 2022 - New Maple Holdings

Fast-Rising Artist Eloi Muhoranimana, Popularly Known by His Stage Name as Eloi El on Taking Electronic Dance Music to Greater Heights

Eloi Muhoranimana, popularly known by his stage name as Eloi El, is a Rwandan musical artist, EDM producer and singer-songwriter whose music has soared internationally. He was one of the most streamed artists on Spotify and accumulated more than 7.6 million streams in 2021. He is well known for... - January 31, 2022 - Africa to the World

MTS' See Your Shadow Finds Inspiration in the Smell of Bacon on New Single Release

MTS' chart-topping songwriting and production team releases their latest single, “Simple Special Moment” on January 28th, 2022. - January 30, 2022 - MTS Management Group

Female-Led Canadian Firm LyricVids Media Reaches 100 Million Views

Female-led Canadian firm LyricVids Media reaches 100 million views on videos produced for some of the biggest music artists of all time. - January 28, 2022 - LyricVids Media Inc.

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Luis A. Miranda Jr., Ed. Sec. Cardona Honor First Winners of Full-Tuition Posse Arts Scholarships to Bard, CalArts, and UNCSA at Awards Ceremony

Twenty-seven high school seniors have learned they will be attending college on full-tuition art scholarships totaling $5.2 million as participants in the new Posse Arts Program. Selected from public high schools in New York, Puerto Rico and cities across the country, the program’s inaugural... - January 27, 2022 - The Posse Foundation

MTS' Chart-Topping "Music Boss" Offers Free Course on "Exploding Your Fan Base"

MTS' country music singer-songwriter Stephanie Lee aka Lady Redneck has crowd-funded her music, and she's teaching other artists how to, for free. - January 26, 2022 - MTS Management Group

Loveforce International Declares Peace as Ami Cannon Sings "Get Your Mind Right Mama"

Loveforce International releases two new digital music singles by Ami Cannon and A Prophet Among Us and gives away an e-book in their honor. - January 26, 2022 - Loveforce International Publishing Company

Rising Star BlameitonG Releases “You Have Issues”

BlameitonG says he is here to stay. - January 24, 2022 - Ternary Media Group

MTS' 17-Year-Old Hannyta Follows Top 5 International iTunes Debut with New Co-Write

MTS' Scotland-based singer-songwriter will release “Make It To The Night” on Friday, January 21st. It was co-written with Tommy Jones. - January 23, 2022 - MTS Management Group

Buswell & Nyberg Create a Pop-Up Orchestra to Perform with Xtra Mile Recordings Artists, Including Frank Turner & Mull Historical Society

For one night only, Buswell & Nyberg have created a one off event featuring a 55 piece pop-up orchestra, playing a mix of Buswell & Nyberg's songs, TV/movie themes along with songs by very special guests including Xtra Mile Recordings artists Frank Turner, Mull Historical Society, Johnny Lloyd, Pet Needs, Guise, Berries & Deux Furieuses. - January 22, 2022 - Buswell & Nyberg

Super Producer D. Bottz Announced Today the Inaugural "The Cookout" Album is to be Released Friday, Jan. 28

Distributed via Tribute Music. - January 21, 2022 - Bottzworld Studios

12Digits Releases New Song "Struggles"

Featuring Norff, the song is available everywhere now, and is the latest release from Live Free following Gee Mak's "Lead The Way" and 69ERRAS "My People" - which also featured Norff - last Friday. All three streaming everywhere. - January 21, 2022 - Live Free

MTS' Sun King Rising Releases Official Music Video for "Free Will In China Blue"

MTS' Texas chart-topping americana band led by John Blangero releases new music video. - January 21, 2022 - MTS Management Group

Star-Studded Fundraising Event to Celebrate Icon Harry Belafonte’s 95th Birthday & 10th Anniversary of Sankofa.org

A star-studded line-up will celebrate the 95th birthday of legendary singer, songwriter, activist, and actor Harry Belafonte. The HB95 benefit evening will also present the inaugural Harry Belafonte Social Justice Awards in honor of the 10th anniversary of Sankofa.org, the social justice organization Mr. Belafonte co-founded. - January 20, 2022 - Sankofa.org

International Musicians in Landmark Performance of Mahler’s "Symphony of a Thousand"

Following a year of work on a truly global scale, hundreds of international musicians will take part in a ground-breaking performance of Mahler’s Symphony No. 8 on Saturday 22 January 2022, presented by Choir of the Earth. - January 20, 2022 - Choir of the Earth

Loveforce International Releases Music About Hope, Change, Rage and Controversy

On Friday, January 21st, Loveforce International will release three new digital singles by Billy Ray Charles, Teacherz and Mo Justice respectively and host a worldwide e-book giveaway in their honor. - January 19, 2022 - Loveforce International Publishing Company

Learn the Music Industry and Elevate Your Career at A&R University

Want a career in the music industry but don’t know how to get there? A&R University is a new online course and community designed for aspiring artists who want to get one step closer to getting signed to a label and for aspiring music executives that want to learn the in’s and... - January 18, 2022 - A&R University

Scottsdale Philharmonic Announces Programs for Upcoming Concerts

The Scottsdale Philharmonic recently announced the programs for its spring 2022 concerts at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 East Second St., Scottsdale. “The Scottsdale Philharmonic is very excited to be in rehearsals for our Feb. 13 concert,” says Joy Partridge,... - January 16, 2022 - Scottsdale Philharmonic

MTS' Richard Lynch Remembers Steel Guitar Legend, Pays Tribute to DJs on New Recording

MTS' Waynesville, OH country artist will release “Radio Friend” on January 12th. The song is a tribute to the late Ray “Chubby” Howard and radio djs everywhere. - January 16, 2022 - MTS Management Group

A-LIVE Partners with Minerva to Offer Fans NFTs of Music Concert

One thousand video clips were extracted in real-time from the live stream of a Milan concert and offered to fans as NFTs. - January 14, 2022 - Minerva Networks

Fee the Evolutionist Pledges to do His Part by Bringing Back Socially Conscious Hip Hop of the Golden Era

Fee the Evolutionist releases song addressing the economic and racial disparities that have been amplified by the recent and on-going pandemic. - January 13, 2022 - Fenetic Music

Hitha Drops New Single “We Are Who We Are”

Teen singer-songwriter-Activist, Hitha, has released her first single of 2022, “We Are Who We Are,” which celebrates that acceptance and self-love are for everyone. - January 12, 2022 - Hitha

Roxane Maliszewski Celebrated as a Woman of Empowerment by P.OW.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)

Roxane Maliszewski of Louisville, Kentucky has been celebrated as a Woman of Empowerment by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of music and mechanical engineering. About Roxane Maliszewski Roxane... - January 12, 2022 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized

Loveforce International Releases Controversy and Protest

On Friday, January 14th, Loveforce International will release three new digital singles on controversial topics and give away an e-book on the subject of controversy in their honor. - January 12, 2022 - Loveforce International Publishing Company

Whitsnoff Announces Release Date for the EP "Utopia"

Kevin Whitson will release his new EP, “Utopia” on Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at 12:01AM EST on Facebook Live and YouTube Live. “Utopia” showcases the versatility of Whitson, whose stage name is Whitsnoff. His songwriting brings the listener an authentic musical experience... - January 09, 2022 - Arts Management and Marketing

MTS' Larry Jay Releases New Single "What Do I Have"

MTS' Larry Jay has issued “What Do I Have” on January 6th. It is the follow-up to his November 2021 release, “Night School.” - January 09, 2022 - MTS Management Group

Buddy Bear’s Musical Adventure + A Magical Show for Toddlers and Preschoolers Premieres Exclusively on Apple iTunes and Google Play

After much anticipation by kids and parents around the world, Buddy Bear Adventures LLC announces the release of new and completely original show, Buddy Bear’s Musical Adventure on iTunes and Google Play. - January 07, 2022 - Buddy Bear Adventures LLC

Joe Verses Drops “Wildfire (Double Edition Single)” January 21, 2022

Joe Verses Discusses New Song and Name Change from Crayzee Joe. - January 07, 2022 - Joe Verses

Hip Hop Icon, Chubb Rock Launches the Weekend Warriors as an Innovative Option for the Classics

The launch of Chubb Rock's "Weekend Warriors" is a new program offering that gives stations access to 22 hours of throwbacks and classic hip hop mixes weekly. Cumulus Atlanta’s WWWQ-HD3, known as OG 97.9, kicks off the innovative program as the flagship station. Each week, Chubb and his roster of DJs and personalities will curate multiple show segments complete with classic hip hop and dancehall music. - January 06, 2022 - 2BKaribbean

MTS' Prolific Singer Songwriter Sarantos Embraces Greek Heritage on Latest Single Release

MTS' Chicago-based artist has released “A Spoonful Of Greece.” It’s the follow-up to his #1 international iTunes smash, “I Feel You.” - January 06, 2022 - MTS Management Group

MTS Artist HeIsTheArtist Previews New Gospel Jazz EP with Top 3 UK iTunes Cover of Snoh Aalegra Song

MTS' enigmatic Christian singer, songwriter and performer hits #3 behind two Louis Armstrong tracks, with a cover of Snoh Aalegra’s “I Want You Around.” - January 06, 2022 - MTS Management Group

Loveforce International Releases a Call for Hope Amidst Strife

Loveforce International releases a call for hope amidst strife as it releases a new hopeful new digital music single on a controversial topic. - January 05, 2022 - Loveforce International Publishing Company

Loveforce International Releases Hope and Controversy, New Digital Singles Releases for January 2022

Loveforce International details its digital single releases for January 2022 and discusses its plans for 2022. - January 05, 2022 - Loveforce International Publishing Company

Choir of the Earth Founder Mark Strachan Receives British Empire Medal in 2022 New Year Honours

Mark Strachan, Founder of online choral sensation Choir of the Earth, has been awarded a British Empire Medal (BEM) in the Queen’s New Year Honours 2022 for charitable services to Musicians during COVID-19. - January 02, 2022 - Choir of the Earth

Norff Releases Third Album Overmorrow

Following Life Is Rough and Norf, two acclaimed albums, South American rapper Norff returns with his third album, poised to find his crowd. - December 28, 2021 - Live Free

Loveforce International Releases Year End Report for 2021

On Monday, December 27th, Loveforce International released a year-end report highlighting a large increase in revenue for its recorded music and publishing divisions. - December 25, 2021 - Loveforce International Publishing Company

Center for Irish Music to Celebrate St. Paul’s Irish Music Roots at Virtual "Gaela" Fundraiser

The Center for Irish Music (CIM) and Cork-born entertainer Máirtín de Cógáin invite you to celebrate Minnesota’s lively Irish music roots at Éigse CIM, a Virtual Gaela Event on February 26th, 2022. - December 24, 2021 - Center for Irish Music

Loveforce International Releases "Midnight Dreams That Just Stay"

On Friday, December 24th, Loveforce International will release two new digital singles by Billy Ray Charles and Stix Muzic Group respectively and hold a book giveaway in their honor. - December 23, 2021 - Loveforce International Publishing Company

Century Media/Sony Recording Artists Witherfall Announce Full-Time Drummer Auditions

Century Media/Sony recording artists Witherfall announce full-time drummer auditions to be held Jan. 26 and 27. Video submissions for possible candidates now being accepted. - December 21, 2021 - Witherfall

B2 Music Releases Billboard Presents: Electric Asia Vol. 5 "Best of Asian Dance Music" Compilation

Hong Kong label B2 Music has released the 5th volume of its popular "Electric Asia" Dance Music compilations with Billboard magazine. The 15-track album includes new music from US star 4B (remixed by China's Lizzy Wang), Canadian festival favorites Zeds Dead (remixed by Freeza) and Taiwan's RayRay. Past editions have included tracks by Steve Aoki, KSHMR and Bollywood superstar Sonu Nigam. - December 17, 2021 - B2 Holdings Ltd.

Cassie Jo Calls Back to Classic Country with “Broken at the Crossroads”

Portland-based artist, Cassie Jo, releases her retro-country debut album with BentBeat Productions. - December 17, 2021 - BentBeat Productions

Scottsdale Philharmonic Performs Holiday Concert for Sold-Out Crowd, Announces Concert Dates in 2022

The Scottsdale Philharmonic recently performed its annual Holiday Concert to a sold-out crowd and announced its schedule for spring 2022 concerts at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, East Second St., Scottsdale. “Santa, AKA Cello Player Charlie Bullen, opened the Holiday... - December 17, 2021 - Scottsdale Philharmonic

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