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It’s Time to Raise a Glass & "Drink" for St. Patrick’s Day, with Celebratory Single from Ayhan Sahin’s Album "Pop"
Third single from upcoming collection is commandeered by NYC-based label Young Pals Music’s founder & executive producer Ayhan Sahin. - March 07, 2016 - Young Pals Music
Guitar Heroes Launch Gimme Shelter Tour
theFretBoard guitar forum are proud to announce that the Gimme Shelter Tour was successfully launched at the Birmingham Guitar Show - March 07, 2016 - Jooky
Antique Piano Shop of Tennessee Releases Civil War Era Chickering Victorian Concert Grand Piano
The Antique Piano Shop of Tennessee has released a fully restored Chickering Victorian Concert Grand Piano that dates to 1861 with historical ties to the American Civil War. - March 06, 2016 - Antique Piano Shop
Bronx Rapper Drag-On Releases New Single "Rayful Edmond"
Gifted and compelling hip hop artist, Drag-On, releases his much anticipated single, “Rayful Edmond,” from his self-owned label, Hood Environment, on March 4, 2016. The groundbreaking single, composed of powerful orchestral undertones and hard hitting deep bass, showcases the abilities... - March 05, 2016 - Hood Environment
Roots of Creation Release "Struggle" EP Featuring Melvin Seals of Jerry Garcia Band and Marshall “Ras MG” Goodman of Sublime
Roots of Creation today released a maxi-single/EP of their newest single, “Struggle,” ahead of their grandest project to date, Livin Free. The New Hampshire-based reggae/rock/dubtronica band is recognized as a Top 20 artist on the Relix/Jamband radio chart, a festival staple (Gathering... - March 04, 2016 - Red Boot PR
Rio Club and Lounge Launches All New and Exciting Latin Friday Nights
Rio Club and Lounge is bringing the heat to Marietta once again as they rock the city with their exclusive “All New and Exciting Latin Friday.” This Latin Friday Night will be featuring unique live acts, rocking DJs and lots more. - March 04, 2016 - Picornell Entertainment, LLC
Film Noir Pop Duo The Ex-Bombers Release Promotional Film to Promote Vinyl-Only Release
A femme fatale stands in the foreground. Bathed in neon light, she brandishes a riding crop and commands the shadowy figure in the background to drop the needle on a record. The visual component of the described scene above is not the deviant portion of The Ex-Bombers' promotional film for their... - March 04, 2016 - Cavetone Records
New Album Release: RMR009 Creative Consciousness - We Gotta Get Up! (They Gotta Stand Down!)
Creative Consciousness was created as a means of aligning with like minded artists from all over the world to share their views on the struggle of the average human, battling against the western corporate monopoly and how opportunities of freedom and sustainability could be just around the corner, should people choose to stand up for the rights of themselves and others. - March 02, 2016 - Respect Music Records
Heroes Of The Resistance Announces New Guitar Player
The Toronto-based rock band Heroes Of The Resistance (HTR) welcome “Rob L” as the new lead guitar player. - March 02, 2016 - Heroes Of The Resistance
That Rabbit Distribution and Music Pool Launches Globally
That Rabbit, the premier digital distribution network and DJ association for today's entertainment industry, launches on a global platform. Delivering digital music to download and streaming platforms around the world plus direct delivery to major nightclubs and DJ's. - March 01, 2016 - ThatRabbit.com
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Wilho F. Saari as a Lifetime VIP Member
Wilho F. Saari, of Naselle, Washington, has recently been honored as a Lifetime VIP Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Performing Arts. - March 01, 2016 - Strathmore Who's Who
Momma Lynn Management Announces John Kingsley to Record at Studio Sage
Momma Lynn Management (MLM) announces Singer-Songwriter John Kingsley has joined the Momma Lynn family of companies and will record at Studio Sage in Edmonds, Washington. His debut album, "About Town," will be a collection of Kingsley's insightful views of the world and a healing introspective of his life. Recording begins in Mid-March 2016. - February 29, 2016 - Momma Lynn Entertainment
"Worth a Woman" by Cash Creek Impacting Radio Nationwide 2/29/2016
From: Heartland Records Nashville; Song: "Worth A Woman"; Artist: Cash Creek Impacting radio nationwide 2/29/2016. - February 28, 2016 - Heartland Records Nashville
Let One Mile Represent a Mile in Your Shoes
Sicwitit Sticwitit Wes P Productions, LLC will release I AM That, I AM: For The People, By The People on February 29th and begin a coast to coast promotional tour by foot promoting the album symbolizing justice, truth and healing strategically bringing us together as one. - February 28, 2016 - Sicwitit Sticwitit Wes P Productions, LLC
Wright Music Group Signs Indie/Rock Band "SugarDown" to a Promotional Deal
Wright Music Group has signed a new Indie/Rock Band "SugarDown" out of Brooklyn, NY. The band has signed a promotional deal with Wright Music Group. - February 27, 2016 - Wright Music Group
CUE Speakers Will be Part of SXSWedu® Lineup at Annual Conference & Festival
CUE is honored to announce its partnership with the SXSWedu® Conference & Festival taking place in Austin, Texas, March 7-10, 2016. This year, CUE will offer two exciting sessions during the four-day event. Jon Corippo, CUE Director of Academic Innovation, and Jo-Ann Fox, co-creator of... - February 26, 2016 - CUE
MTS Management's Ed Roman Launches International Interactive Music Video Project for Veterans Single
MTS Management's award-winning Canadian singer-songwriter, Ed Roman is asking his fans around the world to submit short video clips to be included in his new music video, "Lay One Down." The song is a benefit release through Heart Songs for Veterans. - February 26, 2016 - MTS Management Group
See the Music - Art of Blues & Jazz Exhibit to Benefit Local Music Societies
View the vibrant blues & jazz music scene in Kansas City through art. This special exhibition will benefit the KC Blues Society and KC Jazz ALIVE organizations. First Friday, March 4, 2016 VIP Ticket-only Reception 5-6pm. Public Reception will be from 6 to 9 pm. Live music, food trucks, an opportunity to purchase art and support two great musical organizations. - February 26, 2016 - Buttonwood Art Space
Uniscope Distribution & Brand Services is Accepting Submissions for New Heat South Volume 2
Uniscope Distribution & Brand Services is now accepting submissions for the second volume of their globally distributed compilation series, New Heat South. The company is also looking to connect with more producers, songwriters, and label owners. - February 25, 2016 - Uniscope Distribution & Brand Services
YouTube Video Leads Philly Trumpeter to Solo Performance at Carnegie Hall
When Philadelphia area trumpeter Bob Wagner posted a video on YouTube in the Fall of 2012, little did he realize that it would propel his musical career to a national tour and ultimately lead to an upcoming solo performance on the iconic stage of the world famous Carnegie Hall. - February 24, 2016 - Jump City Music Inc
Arts on the Green Presents Acclaimed Duo 2 (Peter H. Bloom, Multiple Flutes; Mary Jane Rupert, Harp), Chamber Music Concert March 19, Shrewsbury, MA
Arts on the Green presents the esteemed Duo 2 (Peter H. Bloom, flute, alto flute, bass flute and piccolo; Mary Jane Rupert, harp) in European and American Masters, Saturday, March 19, 2016 at 7:00 pm, First Congregational Church, 19 Church Rd, Shrewsbury, MA. Free to all, but donations welcome. Information: 508-845-7286. Gems by J.S. Bach, Beethoven, Saint-Saens, and two stellar works written for 2: Butterfly Effects (2008) by Elizabeth Vercoe and Play of Light (2011) by Richard Nelson. - February 23, 2016 - Americas Musicworks
Singer Songwriter "Sarantos" Signs a Deal with Wright Music Group
Amazing Singer Songwriter "Sarantos" signs a promotional deal with Wright Music Group. CEO David Wright advised that he was, "excited to bring Sarantos and his great sound to the label." He advised that they will do big things this year! - February 23, 2016 - Wright Music Group
The Funky HomeBoyz Release "That Funky Hip Hop" Mixtape February 19th
The Funky HomeBoyz, a hip hop duo hailing from Queens, New York City, is preparing to drop their most recent studio endeavor this February. The mixtape, entitled "That Funky Hip Hop," will be available on SoundCloud for download upon its release. The duo, which consists of two cousins, Lashaun and Sean, are often referred to as the “Rap Attack Cousins.” - February 22, 2016 - SeanKev Music
Trike Communications to Collaborate with The Walt Disney Co. to Celebrate Disneyland 60th Anniversary
Los Angeles-based Trike Communications, announced its creative involvement with multinational media and entertainment conglomerate, The Walt Disney Company. The collaboration coincides with Disneyland’s 60th Anniversary Special, “The Wonderful World of Disney, Disneyland 60,” a... - February 22, 2016 - Trike Communications
Singapore to Kick Off 2016 Edition of World’s Biggest Amateur Singing Competition
Serial entrepreneur and success coach Clinton Zheng on board as Karaoke World Championships Singapore 2016 Partner. - February 20, 2016 - KWC Asia
Don’t Die Wondering, the Latest Solo EP Release from Stu Miller
Philbone Music artist Stu Miller has released his second solo EP “Don’t Die Wondering.” This 5-song collection showcases the diversity of Stu’s lyrical ability as well as his ever-impressive guitar playing. The single "Colorado Sunrise" has received high praise... - February 19, 2016 - Philbone Music
Jon Otis Signs with SRI Jazz
Singer/songwriter/percussionist Jon Otis, the son of the legendary band leader Johnny Otis, has signed with Los Angeles based indie label SRI Jazz and will be recording and releasing three albums over the next three years. - February 19, 2016 - SRI Label Group
Big House Publishing and Stereoscope Music Scandinavia Announce Sub-Publishing Deal
American independent music publisher, Big House Publishing (BHP), expands their reach into Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Greenland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, and Sweden by signing a three-year sub-publishing deal with Stereoscope Music Scandinavia. - February 18, 2016 - Big House Companies
Ndau Afro-Jazz Fusion I: Trailblazing Musical Project
The 2-Syds, Sydaira Rose and Sydney Ten'ani, feel privileged and honored to present a jazz rendition of their Ndau African cultural classic and Sukuta family "home-grown" heritage tunes. Some of the tunes were passed down at least four generations and their meanings and contexts are... - February 17, 2016 - Sukuta Technologies, LLC
Hard Rock Calls Artists to Rock Local, Win Global for Chance to Perform in Ibiza and Win $50,000
Announcing Open Registration for World’s Largest, One-Day Music Showcase Winning Artist to Perform at Hard Rock Hotel in Ibiza, Spain - February 17, 2016 - Hard Rock International
MTS Management Group's Canadian Singer Songwriter Ed Roman Signs with Nub Music for UK Album Promotion
MTS Management Group's Award-winning Canadian singer songwriter, Ed Roman has signed with Nub Music for promotion of his latest album, "Letters From High Latitudes." The UK-based company will launch a pr/marketing campaign targeted at national radio. - February 17, 2016 - MTS Management Group
International Tchaikovsky Competition Winner Performs with Minnesota Sinfonia
The Minnesota Sinfonia presents “Father and Son” on March 4th and 5th, featuring Itamar Zorman performing selections by Henryk Wieniawski and Antonin Dvorak, as well as Hora, a piece written by his father, Moshe Zorman. The concert will also feature the world premiere of Insouciant, by... - February 17, 2016 - Friends of the Minnesota Sinfonia
MTS' "Whiskey And Cigarettes Show" Welcomes Country Superstar and Legend, Hank Williams, Jr
MTS Management Group's award-winning syndicated radio show, "Whiskey and Cigarettes" will air their exclusive interview with Hank Williams, Jr. on Sunday, February 21, 2016. - February 17, 2016 - MTS Management Group
Antique Piano Shop of Tennessee Leads Growth in Increasingly Popular Mission/Arts & Crafts Piano Movement
The revitalized restoration of the Mission/Arts & Crafts piano style is led by The Antique Piano Shop, offering the largest collection of this style of pianos in the world. - February 13, 2016 - Antique Piano Shop
Blue 22s Pop/Reggae Band Shows Heart for Valentine’s Day by Donating Proceeds from Their New Single, "Ready or Not" to Bring National Awareness to ADHD
Successful Pop/Reggae Band, Blue 22s will be releasing their new single and music video, Ready or Not, worldwide today to raise money for the awareness of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder; a cause that’s close to their heart. Blue 22s aren’t strangers to ADHD. Four of the five... - February 12, 2016 - Blue 22s
VAARCLOC Releases New Song "Ecdad"
VAARCLOC, an instrumental metal music project from Romania releases a new song entitled "Ecdad." - February 12, 2016 - VA ART
Proceeds of New Sunlight Machine Release Support Mothers Suffering Miscarriages
On 7th February 2016, The Sunlight Machine band released Brother via Earls Road Records (http://www.earlsroadrecords.co.uk/shop/brother). Proceeds support The Miscarriage Association’s work advising and counselling mothers who have suffered miscarriages. - February 11, 2016 - Earls Road Records
Debyoo Announces Song Pages Launch, Offers Brand New Way for Artists and Labels to Market Music
New York startup Debyoo aims to salvage the music industry by fusing storytelling and social media to create powerful relationships between music pros and fans. - February 11, 2016 - Debyoo Inc.
Musical Directors of Major Artists Trust His Advice; Top Rated Online Music Production Company's Video Series Offers That Advice for Everyone
A surprise will arrive this February. SongCat's most recent video series has now launched. In the meantime, results of its latest client satisfaction survey revealed interesting results. The company's growth rate will approach 50 percent throughout 2016. - February 10, 2016 - SongCat LLC
Ida Hallquist Releases Her Debut Song on Airus Music Group / Warner Music (Dist.)
With over a million Spotify plays in 2015, Swedish actress and singer Ida Hallquist releases her debut single Without You, accompanies by Grammy Award winning pianist Daniel Karlsson. - February 10, 2016 - Airus Music Group
Marc and Cilia Release Their New Song on Airus Music Group / Warner Records (Dist.)
After over half a million plays on Spotify, Swedish DJ and producer MARC is now releasing his first song of 2015 featuring gorgeous vocals by up and coming Swedish singer Cilia. - February 10, 2016 - Airus Music Group
PENTATONE 2016 - Remastered Classics - The Legend Continues
After last year’s successful launch of the Remastered Classics Series from the Deutsche Grammophon’s quadraphonic recordings, PENTATONE is now presenting the original Philips Classics’ recordings from the 70s in the Remastered Classics series on Super Audio CD, finally permitting these gems to be heard as they were originally intended. - February 10, 2016 - PENTATONE
Forget Wine & Roses: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Breakup Redemption Single Since You’ve Been Gone" from Award-Winning Artist David Keeley
Second single from upcoming album “Pop” is commandeered by NYC-based label Young Pals Music’s founder & executive producer Ayhan Sahin. - February 09, 2016 - Young Pals Music
Rasmus Hagen Releases His Debut Single "Change for You" with Airus Music Group
Rasmus Hagen (AMG/Warner Music distr.) releases his debut single "Change For You," written by Henrik Sonefors - February 08, 2016 - Airus Music Group
MTS Management's Canadian Singer Songwriter Billy Grima Tops Most Watched Videos Chart with Military Tribute
MTS Management Group's award-winning Canadian singer/songwriter Billy Grima has topped the Yallwire.com Most Watched Videos chart with his military tribute, "Picture of You and Me." - February 08, 2016 - MTS Management Group
Chris Bromage / End Of Empire Signs a Promotion and Management Deal with Wright Music Group
The Great Singer / Songwriter Chris Bromage has signed a Promotion and Management deal with Wright Music Group. - February 06, 2016 - Wright Music Group
Alex Hulme Little Lives Single Release
Alex Hulme releases his new Single "Little Lives" on February 5th 2016. - February 05, 2016 - Alex Hulme
Irene Hartfield CD Release Valentine’s Concert
Singer, pianist and songwriter Irene Hartfield will present a concert celebrating the release of her new CD, Play Me, on Valentine’s Day, Sunday, February 14, 2016 at the Vermilion College Fine Arts Theater. Concert goers will have the opportunity to be the first to purchase copies of the... - February 04, 2016 - Irene Hartfield
Dreamkiller Announces Nationally Renowned Lineup Additions Former Members of "Bang Tango," "Mr. Big’s Eric Martin"
Dreamkiller is pleased to announce the addition of two new notable members, hailing from nationally renowned former and current projects. Stepping in on lead guitar and backing vocals is seasoned industry veteran, Scott LaFlamme, of Springfield, MA. Scott is most known for his work with Randy... - February 04, 2016 - Dreamkiller, LLC
The So and So's from Grimsby Are Back on the Road
From the great of Grimsby - February 02, 2016 - The So and So's