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OC Hit Factory's All Stars Embark on a European Tour
OC Hit Factory (OCHF) chooses ten artists with tremendous potential to embark on a European tour. The OCHF All Stars' tour promoting "Not Promised Tomorrow" will kick off a cultural exchange program. - May 24, 2016 - OC Hit Factory
Forgotten Tropics’ Debut Album, All There is All You Need, Will be Released Late This Summer
Forgotten Tropics are gearing up to record their debut LP this June at the same studio and with the same engineer as Chance the Rapper had used on his breakthrough album, Acid Rap. The album will be released later this Summer. Forgotten Tropics will be playing shows all around the Midwest promoting it. Feel free to contact them if you’d like to setup an interview with the band or for a piece in your publication. - May 24, 2016 - Forgotten Tropics
Jeremiah Craig Announces the First Tour in Summer Tour Trilogy
The Solstice Tour 2016 will be a seven date, three state excursion across the Pacific Northwest this June. - May 21, 2016 - Jeremiah Craig
Singer/Songwriter, Angela V. Woodhull, Ph.D., Brings Her Fun Educational Songs to the Stage
Woodhull Takes Fun Facts and Turns Them Into Music - May 20, 2016 - Celebrate Life Through the Arts
RckLess BOUNCE Announces the Upcoming Release of New Single, "Favorit.e."
The first hit single powerful, "Favorit.e." which reflects a unique production from Out the Box Entertainment will be hitting all online stores and media platforms coming June 2016. “Favorit.e." will be made available for downloaded on RckLess BOUNCE easy-to-surf site (http://www.rcklessbouncemusic.com) and on iTunes (http://itunes.apple.com/album/id1111848334?ls=1&app=itunes). - May 18, 2016 - Out The Box Entertainment
Headphones on the Past: Conference on Heritage Sites to Feature the Archaeology of Sound as Bridge That Connects Cultures, Time and Space
Heritage interpreters, curators and site managers from around the world will meet on the Mediterranean island of Malta to explore new ways of fostering visitor engagement and appropriate appreciation for the built heritage of antiquity at an international conference on Interpretation and Presentation of Heritage Sites. Planned for 25-28th of May 2017, the event will feature an introduction to new multi-disciplinary research in the field of Archaeoacoustics. - May 16, 2016 - The OTS Foundation
American and Cuban Musicians Collaborate on Composer Yalil Guerra's New Album
The new era of relations between the US and Cuba inspired Guerra's new album, which features virtuoso musicians from both countries. - May 16, 2016 - RYCY Productions Inc.
"Live & Die": Alessandro Bagagli Announces His New Album Out June 10, 2016. Fans Will Choose the Next Single
Fifth album by Italian rock artist has been anticipated by the single "In California before Dawn," a tribute to the Californian bands who made California music history in the Sixties. A social event has been planned to let the fans choose the next single among 5 songs taken from the album. A video of the chosen one will be released at the album launch using fans’ video material. - May 16, 2016 - Alessandro Bagagli Music
L.E.M.G. Presents Untainted Artistry in Sam Letric. "Money, Fame and Sex" is Fresh Yet Seemingly Nostalgia in All That Exudes a Musical Artist on Today's Scene.
Sam Letric - Pop/Soul singer-songwriter, multi-musician, and music producer - announces the upcoming release of his full-length album, 7days. "Money Fame And Sex" - Original Composition is the first official release from the new Pop/Soul album. The Vimeo release has soared with an amazing response of views & the YouTube release seems poised to follow that pace. Billboard Discoveries touted Mr. Letric as "smooth and sensuous as high end silk." - May 14, 2016 - Letric Entertainment Music Group
4-Time National a Cappella Champions Release Album at Yoshi’s
Vocal Rush Releases 5th Album Titled “11” at Yoshi’s in Oakland on June 6, 2016. - May 13, 2016 - Oakland School for the Arts
"Celebrity Spies," New E-book Series Released by Eye Spy Publishing Ltd
Eye Spy Publishing Ltd, has released the first e-book in a new series featuring true stories about "real-life" spies. "Celebrity Spies" covers forty-three professions and industries whose famous members "spied for the side" and include fascinating trivia and hundreds... - May 11, 2016 - Eye Spy Publishing Ltd
Thankfully the Doctor’s in "Mindless Medicine"
EDM/Rock group Mindless Medicine is looking to make waves with their upcoming EP. - May 11, 2016 - Mindless Medicine
Independent EDM/Hip Hop Artist Aeyez Youngstar Releases New Single
New release "Kikback" highlights his MC skills, as he builds a bridge between EDM and Hip Hop. - May 11, 2016 - N8TiONSiX
To Doug Simpson, “It’s All Hood”
Doug Simpson’s gritty single debuts on SoundCloud; available for streaming now - May 11, 2016 - Ironhorse Music Group LLC
MTS Management Group's "Whiskey And Cigarettes Show" Announces Nominees for 2nd Annual Awards
MTS Management Group's award-winning internationally syndicated country radio show, "Whiskey And Cigarettes" has announced the nominees for their 2nd Annual "W&C Awards." Among the nominees are Eric Church, Luke Bryan, Merle Haggard, Chris Stapleton, and Maren Morris. - May 11, 2016 - MTS Management Group
Funny Songwriter Howie Newman is Back in the Recording Studio
Newman’s new CD, When You’re Happy, is scheduled for a fall release. It’s his first full-length studio album in 10 years. - May 07, 2016 - Howard Newman
Exciting Haitian American Singer/Songwriter Natalie Jean Announces Release of New Single “Looking Back” to Quick Acclaim
For some people music truly flows through their blood. This is certainly the case for Natalie Jean, the daughter of famous Haitian artist Guy R. Jean, and a wildly talented singer/songwriter herself. The award winning star recently announced the release of her new single “Looking Back” following up on 2015's all-French language Grammy nominated pop album “Lecons D'Amour.” - May 06, 2016 - Natalie Jean
33 Music Group Require Female Saxophone Player/Vocalist for 5 Star Hotel in Doha
33 Music Group CEO Scott Sorensen announces that the entertainment management company is looking for a female saxophonist/Vocalist for a 3 month contract in a hotel in Doha. - May 05, 2016 - 33 Music Group
Landmark Chicago Record Store Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Dusty Groove Will Celebrate 20 Years in Business with a Block Party on Saturday, July 16, 2016 - May 04, 2016 - Dusty Groove
MTS Management's Country Chart-Topper Madelyn Victoria Wins Akademia Award for Best Country Song
MTS Management's Texas-based country chart-topper Madelyn Victoria has won the April 2016 Akademia Award for Best Country Song, for her debut single, "He Only Loves Me on the Dance Floor." Past winners include Grammy Winners and chart-topping musicians. - May 04, 2016 - MTS Management Group
33 Music Group Scott Sorensen Announces Entertainment Vacancies for 2016/2017
Scott Sorensen, Founder and CEO of the worlds leading 5 star Hotel Entertainment Management company, 33 Music Group, today announces entertainment vacancies in 5 star hotels for 2016/2017. - May 03, 2016 - 33 Music Group
North Carolina Recording Artist Niki Fellowz Releases Debut EP
R&B/Pop artist Niki Fellowz releases her much anticipated EP and single "Supa Girl." - April 30, 2016 - Niki Fellowz
Dreamkiller Signs with M7 Agency
Now Booking 2016 National Tour Dates. - April 29, 2016 - Dreamkiller, LLC
Harvard Epworth Concert Series and Americas Musicworks Present Acclaimed Ensemble Aubade (Peter H. Bloom, Francis Grimes, Mary Jane Rupert): Music of Debussy and Ravel
Ensemble Aubade, praised for “intensity, imagination, skill and finesse,” will perform May 7 at Harvard-Epworth United Methodist Church in Cambridge, MA. The concert celebrates the 100th anniversary of the magnificent Sonata for Flute, Viola and Harp by Claude Debussy. Also: music by Maurice Ravel, Ladislas de Rohozinski, and Arnold Bax. Aubade is managed by Americas Musicworks. - April 28, 2016 - Americas Musicworks
Jim Vegas CD Release "Rock N Roll Ain't Cheap"
Roots Musician Jim Vegas will release his 3rd album "Rock N Roll Ain't Cheap" on Goonzy Magoo Records May 13th. Available on Amazon & I-tunes - April 27, 2016 - Goonzy Magoo Records
MTS Management's Ed Roman Releases Veterans Benefit Video Featuring Award Winning Artists from Around the Globe
MTS Management Group's award-winning Canadian singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Ed Roman has released the music video for his Heart Songs for Veterans benefit, "Lay One Down." The video features clips from award-winning artists from around the world. - April 26, 2016 - MTS Management Group
Millennial Hip-Hop Dancer “YvngSwag” YouTube Dance Video “My Boo” Has Sparked a Bit of Craze Among College Basketball Players
College basketball players around the country are posting videos dancing to Ghost Town DJ's "My Boo," a song released in 1995. - April 25, 2016 - YvngSwag Entertainment
NYC-Based Producer & Songwriter Ayhan Sahin Releases Fourth Single "Love Everybody" from Award-Winning Album "Pop"
Issued by indie label Young Pals Music, the joyous pop anthem celebrates unity and diversity. - April 25, 2016 - Young Pals Music
MTS Management Group's Kinderjazz Wins Best Latin Children's Song at April 2016 Akademia Awards
MTS' Australian big jazz band for kids, Kinderjazz has won Best Latin Children's Song for "Do The Latin Alphabet" at the April 2016 Akademia Awards. Past winners include Grammy Winners and chart-topping musicians. - April 25, 2016 - MTS Management Group
TVC16 - A Celebration of David Bowie - Benefit Concert
Concert & Benefit Featuring an Eclectic Gathering of Southern California Musicians Will Benefit Max's Kansas City Project. - April 24, 2016 - Slipped Disc Entertainment
New Album Coming Soon: "La Vida Te Da Sorpresas" by Cuban Singer and Tres Player, Tito Gonzalez Y Su Son De Cuba
On June 17, 2016, El Cerrito Records will release “La Vida Te Da Sorpresas,” an album by Cuban Singer and Tres player, Tito Gonzalez y su son de Cuba, resident of El Cerrito, California. A release party will follow on June 26 at 7 pm, at Freight & Salvage, in Berkeley, CA. - April 22, 2016 - El Cerrito Records
Online Music Production Company SongCat Presents at the Prestigious Canadian Music Week
Offering music production, mixing & mastering, session singers & musicians and consulting, the innovative enterprise will participate May 5 in the "CMW Startup Launch Pad." - April 22, 2016 - SongCat LLC
Electronic Pop/Rock Band HUNGER Announces 2016 Tour
Album release to coincide with opening tour date in NYC in 2016 - April 21, 2016 - James Walton Productions
ILTG Media Launches a Talent Management Division Aimed at Discovering New Personalities & Bringing New Opportunities to Existing Personalities in the Wine Industry
ILTG Media, the Voice of the Modern Wine Culture, recently opened a Talent Management division to complement its push of defining the next phase of the wine industry. As wine hits critical mass and the industry sees trends of total revenue increase YoY ($37 billion in 2014), co-founders Taj... - April 21, 2016 - ILTG MEDIA
Sandro Cooks Up Some Chicken Pot Pie
Legendary rocker Sandro is back with a brand new album and video featuring Chicken Pot Pie. - April 21, 2016 - SRI Label Group
From Sing Sing to Soft Power: Lord Cultural Resources to Host Event
A conversation exploring how cultural institutions and artists are wielding their “soft power” to spur positive change in New York and beyond. - April 20, 2016 - Lord Cultural Resources
Trevino Enterprises is Proud to Announce the Video Debut Acoustic Pop Recording Artist Randi Driscoll
Acoustic Pop Singer Randi Driscoll Who Gained National Attention for Her Anti-Hate Benefit Single What Matters Continues the Rest of her Tapestry of Stories in Song with the Grand Premiere of Her New Video Release Event in Los Angeles - April 20, 2016 - Trevino Enterprises
Superb Being: Making a Splash in the Hip-Hop/Pop Community
Indie artist Superb Being releases a single called "No One Compares ft. Justin Bieber" in attempts to create a Buzz for his upcoming debut entitled "A Grand Entrance (The Debut)." Although there is no set date for the album release, he has released the cover art. No One Compares is a vivid tale of boy meets girl and becomes infatuated. Superb Being is a hopeless romantic, who mentions things like wining and dinning his mate. - April 15, 2016 - Actualll E. (The Winning Circle) LLC
One Night Only - A Night of Fashion
A Night of Fashion to... have fun, be inspired by guest speakers, win incrediable door prizes, feel warmth, hear extravagant melodies from Ashthon Jones, Angelina Sherie, and Cristina Quinones, witness exquisite fashion, want to support a breast cancer survivor even more, share a smile, indulge in laughter, network with several business and industry professionals, sample amazing food, indulge in a beverage, and support a great cause all at the same time, for One Night Only. - April 12, 2016 - I Will Survive, Inc.
Chart-Topping Musician’s Film "Empty Box of Wine" Nominated at Upcoming NOVA Film Festival
San Francisco, as seen through the eyes of a musician, shines in animated new music video from Jour Majesty. - April 12, 2016 - Michael Perry
Illustrious Aardvark Jazz Orchestra to Release New CD, Passages - Show to Feature Music by Music Director Mark Harvey
Called “stunningly beautiful and adventurous” (New York City Jazz Record), the Aardvark Jazz Orchestra continues its 43rd season with the release of the band’s 14th CD, Passages, featuring works by founder and music director Mark Harvey. “Aardvark Jazz Orchestra proves once more its reputation as one of the best jazz ensembles in the world.” (Jazz Podium, Germany). - April 11, 2016 - Americas Musicworks
David Gilmore & Energies of Change at Sculler's
KCC Productions presents David Gilmore and Energies of Change April 21 at Sculler's Jazz Club, 400 Soldiers Field Road, Boston 02134 at 8 PM. Tickets are $30 ($70 with dinner.) Tickets and info at (617) 562-4111 or scullersjazz.com. David Gilmore has recorded and performed with many of... - April 11, 2016 - KCC Productions
MTS Releases Swedish Country Artist TJ Leonard's Sophomore Single, "The River"
MTS Management and Swedish country artist, TJ Leonard have released TJ's 2nd US radio single, "The River." It is the follow up to his Top 10 country chart debut, "Remember Those Times." - April 11, 2016 - MTS Management Group
Trevino Enterprises is Proud to Announce the Release of Malfi López' First Single Enséñame a Olvidarte
A new artist who shines with talent and charisma. - April 10, 2016 - Trevino Enterprises
Lyric Artists of New York and St. Michael’s Church to Present Verdi’s "Aida" as a Benefit for Refugee Charities
Lyric Artists of New York (LANY), in conjunction with St. Michael’s Church in Manhattan, presents Verdi’s Aida, one of the greatest operatic works of all time. This inaugural production will benefit refugee charities MSF/Doctors Without Borders and the SAMS Foundation. - April 09, 2016 - Lyric Artists of New York
Kontras Quartet & Kruger Brothers Blend Classical & Folk Music at NEIU - April 15 @ 7:30 PM
Bluegrass trio The Kruger Brothers will be joined by the Kontras String Quartet as part of Northeastern Illinois University's Jewel Box Series. - April 09, 2016 - Kontras Quartet
Queen of SF Bay Area Radio Christie James to Host Pro Wrestling Fundraiser
Pro Wrestling Revolution is pleased to announce the Queen of Bay Area Radio Christie James will be the host of Reina de la Revolucion! Christie has been on the Bay Area airwaves since 2004 and can currently be heard daily as a host of the Chino and Christie in the Morning Show on 98.1 KISS FM. - April 08, 2016 - Pro Wrestling Revolution
Augusta Ray Signs with AStar Promotions for Management and Booking Nashville, TN (4/7/16)
AStar Promotions is proud to introduce country artist Augusta Ray as the newest addition to its’ roster where she joins several other performers, including The Mantz Brothers for management and booking representation. With offices located in Nashville, TN, Chicago, IL and Lake Geneva, WI,... - April 07, 2016 - AStar Promotions
Angel Sessions Music is Releasing New Singles, Feed My Sheep and The Great I Am DiscaL Remix Worldwide
After the release of Angel's new album, Know Them by Their Fruits released November 21st 2015, comes two new singles that are already making a buzz in the music industry on radio stations and magazine. Know Them by Their Fruits won an award for best Contemporary Gospel song from the Akademia Music Awards. - April 07, 2016 - Angel Sessions Music
Heart Dance Records Announces Major Album Releases for April
Heart Dance Records is releasing Trialogue, featuring the supergroup of Sherry Finzer, Darin Mahoney, and Will Clipman; and label debut albums for Michelle Qureshi and David Donner. - April 07, 2016 - Heart Dance Records