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Tocarra Hamilton Inks Major Worldwide Distribution Deal & Celebrates in a Major Way @ Metro Fuxon, Tuesday, November 18th 7PM in Atlanta, Georgia
In entertainment news, R&B sensation singer/songwriter Tocarra Hamilton inks major worldwide distribution deal via joint venture with Atlanta-based record label AE Music Group (distributed by Rebel Hill Music/Warner Music Group): for her imprint Tocarra Music. After a successful run of... - November 06, 2014 - Tocarra Music, LLC
Bridget O'Brien Presents Carrie Lane to Release a New Video Every Monday
Carrie Lane Recently Released a New Video Cover of Taylor Swift’s “Welcome To New York”! - November 06, 2014 - Bridget O'Brien PR and Events
True Legends in Full Bloom, PENTATONE’s Remastered Classics Series
Remember Deutsche Grammophon’s quadraphonic recordings from the 1970s? Although amazing results were achieved on the recording side, it turned out to be almost impossible to reproduce the major increase in quality of the record of the time due to the drawback in consumers’ sound systems at homes. And now – over 30 years later – thanks to the arrival of the multi-channel Super Audio CD, there is finally a system available which permits us to release these recordings in their original form. - November 06, 2014 - PENTATONE
"Just Seen It" Has a New Home at the Movie and Music Network
Movie review show Just Seen It has partnered with The Movie and Music Network and moved production to their studios in the heart of Hollywood. - November 05, 2014 - Hermosa Entertainment
Five Lakes Silver Band Announces Availability of “Michigan” CD
Five Lakes Silver Band releases 5th Compact Disc, 3rd in the Great Lakes Series. - November 05, 2014 - Five Lakes Silver Band
The Chicago Bach Ensemble Under Ruben Dubrovsky November 6th, 7th and 8th
Maestro Dubrovsky is an internationally renowned baroque and early music period specialist. As the founder and conductor of the Bach Consort Wien (Vienna), Maestro Dubrovsky and the Bach Consort Wien have performed in the Brucknerhaus in Linz, Palau de la Musica in Barcelona, Haendel Festival at Badisches Staatstheater Karlsruhe, Lisinsky Hall Zagreb, Festival RheinVokal, Festival Fur Alte Musik St Polten, Donau Festival and many more. - November 05, 2014 - The Chicago Bach Ensemble
Sonny Fortune Comes to Erie and Performs at the Erie Art Museum
Sonny Fortune, the great alto saxophonist, flutist and composer, will perform at the Erie Arts Museum in partnership with Jazz Erie on November 8, 2014 at 8:00 p.m. The Erie Art Museum has partnered with Jazz Erie to bring the Sonny Fortune Quartet, Sonny Fortune on saxophone and flute, Michael... - November 05, 2014 - Erie Art Museum
Raquela Releases Newest Christmas Single Worldwide
International recording artist Raquela is back giving-away a brand new yuletide treat to the world, and just in time for Saint Nicholas Day! - November 04, 2014 - Raquela Entertainment
Music Video Energizes New Book for Young Adults
Theme song makes a good read even better. - November 03, 2014 - Lambert Hill
New Musician Classifieds Service Connecting Musicians Across the USA
MusiciansConnect.net is rapidly becoming the musician classifieds service of choice for bands and musicians across the United States. - November 01, 2014 - musiciansconnect.net
Win a Custom Crosley Turntable - No Purchase Necessary
“From The Rabbit Hole” – a limited edition double-vinyl LP of stellar singles by rising, indie, NY artists – offers cool sweepstakes. “From The Rabbit Hole” released digitally 9/30/14 – 2LP Vinyl 10/28/14 - pre-order now. - October 31, 2014 - BHi Music Group
Digital Music Exploration and Song Sharing Web Project Bolsters Idea of Creative Cover Art to Revamp Music Industry
Crowdfunding project seeks to help recording artists market their music and contribute to a great cause through cover art. Daniel James, singer and songwriter for House of Never, a prominent band out of Austin, TX said that the barrier to entry for independent musicians is lower than it has ever... - October 30, 2014 - MillionTraqs
Fear City Chicago Haunted House and V is for Villains Successfully Teamed Up for Halloween 2014
For the first time, Fear City Haunted House brought in a live band "V is For Villains" to entertain visitors at their haunted house during the 2014 Halloween Season. - October 30, 2014 - Fear City Chicago
Rabbits on the Run! "From the Rabbit Hole" Double Vinyl Releases Today
22 Stellar Singles by Rising, indie, NY Artists on Vinyl & Digital. Limited First Edition Pressing! Win a Custom, “From The Rabbit Hole” Crosley Turntable! No Purchase Necessary. - October 30, 2014 - BHi Music Group
Former Mayor Robert Morrow Becomes Patron of the Canadian Orpheus Male Choir
The Hamilton-based Canadian Orpheus Male Choir (COMC) welcomes Robert Morrow as Patron. - October 29, 2014 - Canadian Orpheus Male Choir
L.A. Rocker Nate Beck Becomes Part Owner in Twin Cities School of Rock Franchise
After 6 years in Los Angeles, Nate Beck returns to the Twin Cities to become a business partner in School of Rock, the music school he attended as a teen. - October 29, 2014 - School of Rock, St. Paul
Rabbits Emerge from the NY Rabbit Hole Tomorrow
"From The Rabbit Hole" Double Vinyl Releasing 10/28/14 Limited First Edition Pressing. ExploreTheHole.com. Win a Custom, "From The Rabbit Hole" Crosley Turntable. No Purchase Necessary. - October 29, 2014 - BHi Music Group
Jacob Lusk ft Layzie Bone "Brainfreeze" CD Release
Jacob Lusk has been working with national hip hop recording artist Layzie Bone from the previous music group, Group Bone Thugs and Harmony and now he is set to release his hit single "Brain Freeze" which will be available digitally on all worldwide retailers Tuesday, October 28th. - October 28, 2014 - Jacob Lusk
A Simply Shania "Thank You" to Shania Twain in Las Vegas
After 15 years, Simply Shania finally got to deliver a personal "thank you" as she mirrored her tribute icon, Shania Twain at Caesars Palace Colosseum. - October 28, 2014 - Simply Shania
GrimWolf Order of the Lycan
GrimWolf, werewolf metal band from Southern California releasing new album. - October 27, 2014 - GrimWolf
St. Martha's Parish in Morton Grove, IL Hosting Fundraising Concert on All Saints' Day, November 2, 2014
A concert of religious music will be sung by Jack and Krystyna Miuccio and accompanied by Barbara Masters featuring traditional music of the Roman Catholic Mass followed by a tour of St. Martha's collection of holy relics numbering over 1300 items. - October 27, 2014 - St. Martha's Parish
Candyman Vending Brings a New Way of Advertising for Music Fans and Artists
CEO Andre Bramwell Creates the Worlds first Hip Hop and Music Artist Vending Network. - October 27, 2014 - Candyman Vending
Michael Cohen Opens Signature Sound Recording Studio in Sarasota, Florida
Emmy Award Winner Offers Analog Music Recording, Tracking, Mixing and Mastering Services. - October 25, 2014 - Signature Sound
Hamilton Councillor Brad Clark Joins Canadian Orpheus Male Choir as Patron
The Canadian Orpheus Male Choir (COMC) welcomes Hamilton's Ward 9 Councillor Brad Clark as Patron. - October 24, 2014 - Canadian Orpheus Male Choir
Bluenote/Artistshare Submits Its First Albums for Consideration in the 57th Grammy Awards
New records from Blue Note/ArtistShare artists Fabian Almazan and Jon Cowherd, as well as ArtistShare artist Steve Wiest to be considered for Grammy Awards. - October 24, 2014 - ArtistShare
Fear City Chicago Haunted House Teams Up with Local Morton Grove Band, Bubbles Erotica for October 30th Performance
Morton Grove is becoming an entertainment center with Chicago's scariest and most artful haunted house being joined by local band Bubbles Erotica on October 30th for a live performance. - October 24, 2014 - Fear City Chicago
Singer Songwriter Diana Mera Releases #Sobreviviente Music Video and Humanitarian Project
Sobreviviente is Diana’s most biographical and intimate song, the video was made with women from all over the world who dared to share their story and make their voice be heard through its lyrics. Diana Mera world premieres #Sobreviviente video clip, behind the scenes, and club... - October 24, 2014 - Alcamay Entertainment
Sylph Records is Proud to Announce the Release of the S.O.X.D “Battlefield” Album
“Battlefield,” the new exclusive Album from S.O.X.D will be released by Sylph Records on December 4, 2014. The album will be available digitally via iTunes, Amazon and other online stores, as well as on a beautifully designed-limited edition Digipak CD. “Battlefield” also features the newest single from S.O.X.D, “Salty Marshland.” - October 23, 2014 - Sylph Records
Celebrities and Royalty Party of the Year, RUNWAY TV® Fall Launch & Rock That Fashion IX Event a Success
On October 16th, Runway Media Group, along with A&M Productions, hosted Rock That Fashion IX at Lure Nightclub in Hollywood, CA. The star-studded event, was in celebration of the launch of RUNWAY TV® , RMG’s new state of the art, super-computer driven fashion channel, the release of the magazines Fall 2014 issue and L.A. Fashion Week. - October 23, 2014 - RUNWAY
West Coast Country Music Association Announces Winners of 1st Annual West Coast Country Music Challenge
The West Coast Country Music Association (WCCMA), today announced the winners of it’s first annual “West Coast Country Music Challenge.” The event, a live contest featuring aspiring country artists, was recently held at Parkway Plaza in El Cajon and featured over 40 contestants. - October 22, 2014 - West Coast Country Music Association
Free Fall Fashion Show & Concert in Cameron Village October 24
Fashion alternative to Friday night football closes the Free Backyard Concert Series in Raleigh’s Cameron Village on October 24. - October 20, 2014 - Cameron Village Shopping Center
Sounds “From The Rabbit Hole” Found “Behind The Red Door” October 21st and 22nd
“From The Rabbit Hole” Reflects The Diverse Sounds of NY’s Underground With 22 Mixed-Genre Singles by Rising, indie, NY Artists on Vinyl & Digital - October 19, 2014 - BHi Music Group
"My New Music Video is an Honest Story About Love, War and Finding Beauty in the Pain of the World," States Lissa Lauria, Client of Pillar Entertainment of Los Angeles
Lissa Lauria, known to touch lives through her foundation and hearts through her music, has released another dramatic music video, “One Day.” - October 19, 2014 - Pillar Entertainment Group
recordJet Passengers Milky Chance Sweep up Gold in the US
500,000 digital sales and streams for "Stolen Dance"; Rare overseas success for German musicians; First US TV appearance on Jimmy Kimmel - October 18, 2014 - recordJet
1 Indie Label, 16 Bands, 3 Showcases During CMJ Week, and You're Invited
BHi Music Group Host Red Door Final Shows, Honoring Giorgio Gomelsky & Showcasing 16 emerging acts "From The Rabbit Hole." BHi Music Group label act, AM Aesthetic Album Release Party. - October 18, 2014 - BHi Music Group
Jim Black Joins Hammerax Artist Team
Hammerax officially announced today that Jim Black is endorsing Hammerax percussion. - October 17, 2014 - Hammerax
Secret Compass Helps Jägermeister Stage World First
World first: Jagermeister’s Ice Cold Gig 2014 has just achieved a world first by putting a band on an iceberg. Secret Compass helped behind the scenes. - October 17, 2014 - Secret Compass
Just 30 Days Left: Songdoor 2014 International Songwriting Competition Ends November 15
SongDoor 2014 entries must be submitted online by 11:59pm CST, November 15. All entrants receive a free all-access trial to SongU.com, a free Broadjam membership and free song-editing software. “Our giveaway package is worth more than $170 this year,” says SongDoor president Tony Zotta. - October 17, 2014 - SongDoor
Candyman Vending CEO Andre Bramwell Joins Riff Raff and Krayzie Bone
Candyman Vending in Houston Creates the World's first Hip Hop and Music Artist Vending Network. - October 16, 2014 - Candyman Vending
30 Countries Share Perspective of Music
Someone challenged British American Conductor Composer Stephen P Brown to expose his music to 150 countries of the world. Instead, people from 30 countries are being invited to participate. - October 16, 2014 - Stephen P Brown
Saints & Sinners Halloween Party Tantalizing and Sexy Fun
Houston's Silver Street Warehouse welcomes a night full of music, partying, and spirits. - October 15, 2014 - Select Entertainment & Events
J.O Jetson "Whirlwind" Release on LRT/INgrooves Music Group
As a southern native born in Nashville, TN, J.O Jetson moved with his family to different locations across the country as a child including the Midwest, Chicago, IL, St. Paul/Minneapolis, MN and Houston, TX. During those years he was influenced by and embraced many different styles of music. - October 15, 2014 - J.O Jetson
An Inside Look at BLU Jazz+, Akron’s New Live Jazz Venue & Historic Photography Gallery
BLU Jazz+, a stunning new live music venue & photography gallery opens its doors on October 24th in downtown Akron, Ohio. - October 15, 2014 - BLU Jazz+
Tobias Ralph Joins Hammerax Artist Team
Hammerax announced today that Tobias Ralph will be a Hammerax percussion artist. Tobias is using Hammerax Stacks such as Slap, Snapshot and Crash Course as well as other Hammerax bells and FX. “It has been a wonderous adventure recording Tobias in Hammerax covers of King Crimson’s... - October 15, 2014 - Hammerax
ToneKey Ltd Releases ToneKey V1.0.; New Flagship Software from ToneKey Ltd Available to Demo and Buy from www.tonekey.com
ToneKey Ltd releases ToneKey V1.0 – new flagship MIDI based, music theory software. ToneKey is a standalone that is used with the MIDI keyboard to play any MIDI controlled instrument; DAW hosted, standalone or General MIDI instruments off the computer’s sound card. Its applications are based around unlocking the world of tonality and music theory for people at all levels of musical ability. - October 15, 2014 - ToneKey Ltd
"Cause We Love Music" is Back in Dubai
Bliss Lounge New Season Opening Party. - October 15, 2014 - Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort
New Hardcover Edition: "Zephyr The West Wind" by 21 Yr Old Award-Winning Author RJ Tolson
"Zephyr The West Wind" Hardcover is a Must Read for Those Seeking Adventure to a Fantastical World Filled with Vivid Imagery and Heroism. - October 14, 2014 - R.J. Tolson
OTL “The Comp Ticket Underground” Expands to Indianapolis & St. Louis
Audience Resources LLC announced today the opening of two new OTL “The Comp Ticket Underground” markets. OTL St. Louis and OTL Indianapolis are now accepting members into the coveted invitation-only seat filler membership that puts its members on the ‘Comp List’ for local... - October 14, 2014 - OTL the Comp Ticket Underground
Six School of Rock's of Florida to Perform Benefit Concert to Raise Funds for a Coral Spring's Family in Need
All six School of Rock House Bands from the state of Florida join together at a benefit concert to support Coral Springs resident and School of Rock parent, Oswald (Ozzie Checa) to help him conquer his battle against an aggressive rare form of T-cell lymphoma called Gammadelta T-cell lymphoma. - October 14, 2014 - School of Rock Coral Springs & West Broward
Decatur, Georgia to Host The 2014 RISE Awards
Tickets are available now for individuals and groups planning to attend the awards gala. To reserve, visit http://www.theriseawards.com - October 13, 2014 - eMediaCampaigns!