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Basil to Showcase Naim’s New Super Lumina Cable Loom and High-End Multi-Room Audio Systems at the California Audio Show
For the first time at a US audio show, Basil will be featuring the full Super Lumina loom in a complete 500 series system. In addition, the latest Naim streamer firmware and Naim App will be available in the same room to demonstrate multiroom and party mode across the three systems. - August 12, 2015 - Basil & Co
Universal Jazz - New Album by Golden Boy (Fospassin)
Cameroon-born Jazz, Hip hop and club artist Golden Boy (Fospassin) has just released a new album, "Universal Jazz," including 21 complete new tracks. http://artistecard.com/fospassin - August 12, 2015 - Golden Boy (Fospassin)
Blues/Rock Artist Michael Quest Releases His Latest CD, Not Done Just Yet
Michael Quest releases his first CD in over three years. The project contains 9 guitar-driven songs and one instrumental all in the Blues / Rock genre. - August 12, 2015 - Michael Quest
Missing Link Music Announces Independent Artist Colin McShane Now Signed to Music Publishing Administration Deal
Singer/songwriter Colin McShane and his publishing company Orphididies Productions, are likely to become household names very soon. With his music getting the attention it currently is, he is already well on the way in that direction. Having recently appeared in multiple television programs and even in a video game, this NYC based Singer/Songwriter is someone you’ll want to look out for; Mixing different styles seamlessly, and with a natural rebel’s energy, Colin’s music demands to be heard. - August 11, 2015 - Orphididies Productions
N2L Records Announce The Mighty Men of Faith Winners of Two 2015 Rhythm of Gospel Awards
Rhythm of Gospel Awards - August 09, 2015 - N2L Records
Ike and Val Woods Blues Band New CD Release "Movin Up"
August 26, marks the launch of the new Ike and Val Woods Blues Band CD "Movin Up" with a CD Release Party presented by Jay Royce Entertainment to be held at the fabulous Fusion Cafe in the Paradise Entertainment Mall in Davie Florida. The night will feature live performances by the Ike... - August 07, 2015 - Jay Royce Entertainment
The eCo-cover™ Soars at the ARISE Festival 2015
The ARISE Eagle soars on the black iPhone 6 eCo-cover™, the worlds first "non-GMO corn rubber" protective iPhone case. The Soaring Eagle eCo-cover™ was printed exclusively for the ARISE festival 2015. VIP’s and performers shall be receiving this exclusive... - August 06, 2015 - The eCo-cover
Smart Digital Music Score App piaScore Integrates with Roland's Digital Piano
Plusadd Inc. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan; President: Hiroyuki Koike), a provider of technology-based music services, has formed a partnership with Roland Corp. (Headquarters: Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan; President: Jun-ichi Miki), aimed at enabling all the digital pianos... - August 06, 2015 - Piascore, Inc.
Third Annual IMEA Awards Nominees Include MTS Management Group's Canadians and Country Artists
MTS Management Group's Canadian artists, Billy Grima and Ed Roman, along with their Swedish country artist, Hicks and Nashville-based Doug have all been nominated in the 3rd Annual International Music and Entertainment Association (IMEA) Awards. - August 06, 2015 - MTS Management Group
Tama Girard to Release Single with Members of the Rock Band Tonic
Tama Girard, a National Music Writer, who’s been writing Music for Artists and Films for decades, and is now getting Support from his Music peers in the Rock World. - August 06, 2015 - GF Entertainment
Webster Hall Fall Preview: Includes Wale, The Knocks, DIIV and More Headlining the Grand Ballroom This Fall
Kicking things off on September 9th is critically acclaimed singer/songwriter Cat Power. Cat Power aka Chan Marshall has been making music since the early 90’s but hasn’t lost a step as her latest album, 2012’s Sun made Billboard’s Top 10 albums of the year list and Marshall... - August 06, 2015 - Webster Hall
KWC Asia Releases First Single by Singapore Champion
Sunny Jackson releases Malay single in Singapore. - August 05, 2015 - KWC Asia
Jeremiah Craig Releases Free Download of Original Banjo Folk Songs
Lost Keys in Lounge Strange is Jeremiah Craig's latest installment of his "Home Tapes" series. He revisits his roots of the banjo with his contemporary folk ballad stylings. - July 31, 2015 - Jeremiah Craig
Macau, Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore Singing Champions in Concert
First ever KWC Asia Championships concert in Singapore - July 30, 2015 - KWC Asia
Nasty Nick Releases New Single, Guilty Pleasure
New York rapper, Nasty Nick has been quietly working on his third album $till N.A.S.T.Y., a follow up from his sophomore effort "West Side Story" (released in September '13). Nick is about to kick things off with the release of his new song "Guilty Pleasure" which features R... - July 28, 2015 - Nasty Nick Musiq
Freedom Fairs Sets Up Community Festival and Amusement Carnival on Long Island
Freedom Fairs is kicking off its inaugural community festival and amusement carnival at the Westfield Sunrise mall on Long Island this week. The fair includes amusement rides, carnival games, magicians and performers, live bands, food and craft vendors. Admission is free and the organization is giving out free ride tickets to young people who sign a voluntary community drug free pledge. The community-themed event includes an award ceremony for members of the community that have aided this cause. - July 27, 2015 - Tutor Central Inc.
Chloe Caroline Releases New Single
“A Kiss Don’t Lie” available on iTunes now. - July 27, 2015 - Chloé Caroline
RYDE Brings Crowdsourced Shuttle Transportation Solution to Dancefestopia Music Festival
Partnership Created to Ease Traffic and Parking Difficulties, and to Provide Safe, Convenient, & Affordable Rideshare Opportunity - July 26, 2015 - RYDE
Sweet Adelines International 2015 Rising Star Competition
Sweet Adelines International will hold its 2015 Rising Star Quartet Competition Aug. 8, 2015, in Phoenix, Ariz., as 14 of the world’s best young female barbershop a cappella quartets vie for the coveted title. - July 24, 2015 - Sweet Adelines International
Upriise Announces SuperFan Contest – Campaign Against Ticket Scalping
Do you love going to concerts but hate buying tickets, or can’t afford the outrageous prices scalpers charge? Upriise is coming to your rescue. - July 24, 2015 - Upriise
Metal Guitarist Xander Demos Added to "UFC Rock" Compilation with Members of KISS, Dio, Ratt, More
Pittsburgh-based metal guitar virtuoso, Xander Demos has joined the star-studded line-up on Versailles Records upcoming "UFC Rock" compilation disc. The collection features current/former members of KISS, Dio, Ratt, Skid Row, Black Sabbath and more. - July 24, 2015 - MTS Management Group
MTS Management Artists Doug Briney and Billy Grima Will Perform at 2015 Texas Sounds International Country Music Awards
MTS Artists, Nashville country artist, Doug Briney and Canadian Americana singer/songwriter, Billy Grima will be among the performers at the 2015 Texas Sounds International Country Music Awards. The event runs July 30-Aug 9 in Jefferson, Texas. - July 23, 2015 - MTS Management Group
Tickets Are Now on Sale for Song of the Jasmine at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall on September 12
An illustrious event celebrating Indian arts and music - July 23, 2015 - Raaga
Big House Publishing, Announces Sub-Publishing Deal with Downtown Music Publishing Benelux
Big House Publishing, a boutique, independent music publisher, announces another new sub-publishing deal, this time with Downtown Music Publishing Benelux (Belgium, The Netherlands, Luxembourg). Big House will work closely with their A&R department for co-writing, topline, custom opportunities, and their sync department. Downtown Music Publishing Benelux will serve to collect royalties across the territories covered in the agreement. - July 23, 2015 - Big House Companies
FMLC Meets with the Small Business Administration on Copyright Reform
Directors explore impact of current system on small business writers, composers and hospitality establishments. - July 23, 2015 - Fairness in Music Licensing Coalition
Lissant Publishing Announces a New "Genre" with Single Entitled “I Am Fly High” from Danger Man Damage
Lissant Publishing is thrilled to announce the release of the latest single from Danger Man Damage, “I Am Fly High” which is available on iTunes and everywhere on 14th July 2015. “I Am Fly High” is the latest release from the musical genre called Linguay which was... - July 22, 2015 - Lissant Publishing
Blues Documentary Born in Chicago Partners with Pledgemusic for a Fan Funded Campaign
“Late in his career, Muddy Waters recorded a song called ‘The Blues Had a Baby and They Named It Rock and Roll.’ That, in a nutshell, is the story told in the new documentary ‘Born in Chicago’.” – Larry Rohter, The New York Times - July 22, 2015 - Skyrocket Ent
4shared Announces the Release of Online Music Player
4shared.com, one of the world’s leading file-hosting services, has announced the release of its online music player. - July 22, 2015 - 4shared
Iggy Azalea Becomes a Proud "Puppy Mother"
Hip-hop star Iggy Azalea Adopts a Shrinkabull's English Bulldog. - July 20, 2015 - Shrinkabull's
Atlanta, Get Ready for the Annual Tocarra Music Weekend
If it wasn't for you, Songwriter & Recording Artist, Tocarra Hamilton wouldn't be here. Tocarra is inviting you out for a weekend of fun and celebration, Thursday, July 23-Friday, 26 2015. - July 20, 2015 - Tocarra Music, LLC
Too Grown for That Show Presents Music Industry Seminar Diamond in the Rough in Houston
Aim High by Jay Buggs will be the theme song for the Seminar presented by ASCAP Music Publisher and Record Union A&R Yvonne Wilcox August 15th in Houston, TX. - July 18, 2015 - Yvonne Wilcox, Pen Name
MTS Management Artist and Country Singer/Songwriter Hicks Wins Best Country/Rock Song at The Akademia Music Awards
MTS Management Group's Swedish country singer/songwriter, Hicks aka Miqael Persson wins Best Country/Rock Song for "I Belong To You" at the Los Angeles-based Akademia Music Awards. - July 17, 2015 - MTS Management Group
Alternative Punk Rock Band, No Cigar Announce New Tour Dates
Self-Booked, DIY Tour in Support of New Music, Videos, and More Hailing from Montana, No Cigar is a band that started from the frustration and inspiration of each member’s musical and life experiences. Seeded by 3 years of touring and recording with Colorado-based band the Photo Atlas,... - July 16, 2015 - No Cigar
MTS Management Group Artist Ed Roman Gives Fans First Taste of Upcoming Album "Red Omen"
Award-winning Canadian singer-songwriter and MTS artist, Ed Roman has released acoustic demo videos of songs from his forthcoming album, "Red Omen." The album is expected for early 2016 release. - July 16, 2015 - MTS Management Group
Alt Recording Artist Releasing More Than an Album. "Glow" Contains a Song to Raise Cancer Funds.
Independent recording artist Matt Lande, is reaching out for funding help to mix, master and promote his new album, "Glow" for it's spectacular cause. - July 16, 2015 - Matt Lande Music
Danny Green Trio Thrills California Coast
Virtuosic jazz performers the Danny Green Trio tour the California coast this August to promote their latest album After The Calm. - July 15, 2015 - Danny Green Trio
Chase 'N The Dream to Perform in Oakwood Homes Concert Finale
Event is fifth and final concert for the 2015 Oakwood Homes Summer Concert Series at Green Valley Ranch. - July 15, 2015 - Industrial Event Services
Gico Music Artist, Gina Carey Announces New Album "Can You Dig It" Following "Gimme the Soul" Single
Gina Carey gets “Funkalicious” with her new CD, “Can You Dig It” - July 14, 2015 - Gico Music
Giada J. to Perform at Italian Heritage Night for the Phillies
International Pop SingerSongwriter, Giada J., will sing “Take Me Out To The Ballgame” at Italian Heritage Night on July 17, 2015 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, PA at the top of the 7th inning during the Phillies vs. Marlins game. - July 13, 2015 - Giada J. Music
MTS Management Announces Digital Radio Tracker Reporting Status for Whiskey And Cigarettes Show
MTS Management And Award-winning syndicated radio show, "Whiskey And Cigarettes" has announced their status as a Digital Radio Tracker (DRT) chart reporting station. The chart monitors more than 7000 radio stations, including Clear Channel, Cumulus, CBS Radio and more. - July 13, 2015 - MTS Management Group
Sweet Adelines International Celebrates 70th Anniversary of Barbershop A Cappella Harmony
July 13, 2015, marks the 70th anniversary of Sweet Adelines International, the world's largest organization of women barbershop a cappella singers. - July 12, 2015 - Sweet Adelines International
Iggy Azalea Visits Shrinkabull's, Calls It "Puppy Heaven"
Superstar Iggy Azalea recounts her visit to Athens, Ohio to visit Shrinkabull's English Bulldog facilities. - July 11, 2015 - Shrinkabull's
MTS Artist Doug Briney Tops World's First Independent Country Chart, Announces July/August Tour Dates
MTS Artist and Nashville country artist, Doug Briney has topped the IndieWorld Country Record Report, with "Pretty Big Deal." IndieWorld is the industry's first independent country chart. Doug has also announced July and August tour dates. - July 11, 2015 - MTS Management Group
RYDE Partnership Brings Shuttle Transportation to Full Tilt Boogie at Green Mountain Live
Inaugural Rock and Roll Music Festival to use Rideshare to See ZZ Top, Gary Clark Jr. and Buddy Guy - July 11, 2015 - RYDE
R&B Anyone? Destiny Collaborations Presents R&B Singer: Adjoa Aka Adjoa Yeboah, and Her Hot New Singles, "Baby, Please Don't Go" and "I Don’t Believe"
Destiny Collaborations Entertainment SP was founded in 2002 by Adjoa P. Yeboah-Asuamah. Originally based in North Bergen, New Jersey now located in Pine City, NY presents R&B singer: Adjoa aka Adjoa Yeboah, aka Destiny, and her hot new singles, "Baby, Please Don't Go" and "I Don’t Believe"; from her “Tired of Love” album. - July 08, 2015 - Destiny Collaborations SP
Cinq Étoiles New York Launch
ARIDO, a closely guarded secret, the world's most exclusive and discrete jewelry. Founded by a scion of the Raphael family jewelers dating back to the 11th century with Mr. Chappell a world class designer with a background in fashion, art, and history. Descending from a very large family, the... - July 07, 2015 - ARIDO Jewelry
School of Rock Takes Its Show on the Road
The 4th annual SCHOOL OF ROCK DFW SUMMER TOUR is ready to get under way on July 30. The School of Rock is the world leader in performance-based music education. In keeping with the philosophy that the best way to learn to do something is by actually doing it, they decided to pack up the van with candy bars and juice boxes and hit the road. - July 06, 2015 - School of Rock
Jupiter in Velvet to Release New Single - "The World Didn't Start with U" on July 31st
Free 2B Free Records is announcing that Jupiter In Velvet will be releasing his first single from his up coming 4th album on July 31st. The song. the album’s title track "The World Didn’t Start With U," is an alchemic goldmine of fuzz guitar, electronic drums and melodious to explosive vocals. Not afraid to take a different path and speak a different verse, Jupiter In Velvet is bound to create a splash in the sonic waters of those who seek passion and spiritual sustenance in their music. - July 06, 2015 - Free 2b Free Records
Doug Briney and Hicks Among MTS Artists Nominated in Country Blast Radio's Josie Show Awards
MTS Management Group and artists Billy Grima, Doug Briney, Ed Roman, Hicks, March To May, and Xander Demos received 22 nominations in the inaugural Josie Show Awards. The ceremony will take place September 27th in Nashville, TN. - July 06, 2015 - MTS Management Group
ViennaCC's New Music Video "This is the Moment"
Musician ViennaCC releases music video with professional dancers. The musician is not visible in the video. - July 04, 2015 - Internet DienstleistungsGmbH