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Music Comedy Duo Roman & Pudfunkel Release Their First CD
Michigan-based music comedy duo Roman & Pudfunkel announce the release of their only CD project to date titled Roman & Pudfunkel containing four original songs. - November 14, 2013 - Roman & Pudfunkel
Blue Note Emerging Artist Series Presents Vocalist Shoshana Bush - Nov. 20th
Jazz Vocalist Shoshana Bush will open for Jane Monheit Nov. 20, 2013 at 6:30PM. The Blue Note Emerging Artist Series is designed to give up and coming artists the opportunity to open for headlining, established performers. Attending Shoshana Bush’s performance will provide access to Jane Monheit's 8:00pm set. - November 14, 2013 - Shoshana Bush
Encuentros Espanoles Featured Spanish Classical Pianist Carolina Estrada
The Spanish Music Festival and Symposium presented emerging Spanish pianist Carolina Estrada under the auspices of Encuentros Espanoles, a range of exciting events that was on offer during the week of 19 to 27 October at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. - November 13, 2013 - Iberia Classics
Instrumental Guitarist Randy Ellefson Releases New Album, Now Weaponized!
Randy Ellefson has independently released his fifth instrumental guitar album of twelve original rock songs. He has performed all guitars, bass, and drums sounds despite a tendonitis injury. - November 12, 2013 - Randy Ellefson
Toronto-Based Music Studio Promotes New Talent
Toronto-based DB Studio is an online music studio where rap artists can get their song edited, mixed and mastered by a professional team led by eminent rapper Don Belo. - November 11, 2013 - DB Studio
Award-Winning Mexican Musical Theater & TV Actress Bianca Marroquin to Release Her First-Ever Solo Album
Collection of 10 Spanish-language & English songs to be released in first-quarter 2014, via Young Pals Records International. - November 09, 2013 - Young Pals Music
Walt and Jackie "Take Time" Christmas Album
"Take Time" Christmas songs from Walt and Jackie - November 09, 2013 - Walt and Jackie
The C.R. Ecker Band Releases Trio of Modern Country Love Songs with "Touch of Lush"
Straight from the 2013 "Song of the Year" Award for its sassy, brassy hit, "Whisper Sweet Nothins" at Starliner's Europe, The C.R. Ecker Band of Los Angeles takes part in Country Music Association Week with the release of "No Turnin' Back," the last of three Fall 2013 love songs performed by male lead Michael Stanton, part of a three-pack described by critics as "a nod to traditional country with a touch of lush in the mix." - November 08, 2013 - Charles R. Ecker
Masked Gamblers Raise $5K for Local Charities
Lodestone Real Estate’s casino-themed masquerade supports Charlotte non-profits. - November 08, 2013 - Lodestone Real Estate
New CD by Iggy Taylor
Singer/songwriter from Manheim PA releases new CD. - November 08, 2013 - Ataraxis
Music Industry Showcase Finds Undiscovered Stars
A television network based in Tallahassee Florida, finds a load of gospel talent for a Music Industry Showcase judged by a Representative of Motown Gospel. - November 08, 2013 - Preach The Word Worldwide Network
Dark World International Announces the Release of Deemed Psychotic's Holiday CD, "Toy Man"
Dark World International is proud to announce the digital release of "Toy Man," a special holiday CD featuring the Toy Man saga from hard rockers Deemed Psychotic. - November 07, 2013 - Dark World International
Rapper Cocky da Homo MC Preps A Capella Rock Album
Inspired by Todd Rundgren, Bjork, and Mike Patton, Cocky da Homo MC announces A Capella album. - November 07, 2013 - Masculim Ltd.
Hungry Ear Coffee House Feeds Hungry Ears and Mouths This Holiday Season
Hungry Ear Coffee House at the Northwest Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Sandy Springs offers a grand night of wonderful performers, and fabulous seasonal music Saturday, December 7, 2013 at 8 pm. - November 07, 2013 - Northwest Unitarian Universalist Congregation
Big House Publishing (BHP) Artist "Reality" Gains Placement on EU Channel Canal Plus (+)
Big House Publishing (BHP), a New York City music publisher, gains placement in well-known EU television show on Canal Plus (+). - November 07, 2013 - Big House Companies
The Nick Tangorra Band Rocks the Highline Ballroom in NYC
The Nick Tangorra Band headlined a concert on November 3 at the Highline Ballroom in NYC. The band performed music from their album, new songs and released a brand new music video. - November 07, 2013 - Bridget O'Brien PR and Events
Daniel Levine and The Avant-Guide Institute: The Lines Between Art and Advertisement Are Blurring
The expert points to a changing trend in the economics of the entertainment business. - November 06, 2013 - Daniel Levine
Award-Winning Short Film at the Indie Fest
Frank V.V. Boss Jr of Untamed Imagination Productions, has won a prestigious Award of Merit (Notable artistic and technical productions) from The Indie Fest. Produced by Untamed Imaginations Productions in association with Seacoast Multimedia in San Diego, CA. - November 05, 2013 - Untamed Imagination Productions
“Zombie Evolution” Uses Charlie Chaplin to Exorcise National Demons
The X-Ray Poetz release their third studio album “Zombie Evolution” addressing the role of the artist to uplift a nation, a society and a culture. The song “Charlie Chaplin” embodies the spirit of this unique album. - November 03, 2013 - X-Ray Poetz
A 5-Year Upward Climb – Digital Music Distributor recordJet Celebrates Its Anniversary
Berlin-based digital distributor celebrates and takes stock; Internationalization: recordJet lands in the Spanish-speaking world; Additional personnel and chart successes; 50% promotional discount for all new and existing customers. - November 03, 2013 - recordJet
Hip-Hop Rap Artist VNova is Back with His New Single "Murder Scene"
VNova who just performed his summer hit “Cold Shoulder,” his first single from his street album, at the Hadem-Haiti Charity Event at Saloon in NYC, is back with his new music video “Murder Scene.” - November 02, 2013 - Bridget O'Brien PR and Events
Country Music YouTube Sensation Abi Ann Gave a Phenomenal Performance for a Packed Crowd of Over 5,000 at the 2013 CAF Airsho
Abi Ann is making her name known with nearly 100,000 Twitter followers, close to a million views on YouTube for her single “Silence,” 50,000 views and climbing for her “DayDreaming” single and winning Best New Teen Artist of The Year 2013 (across all genres) and Best New Teen Country Artist of 2013. She has recently received write-ups on CNN, Top 40 Charts and the Music Industry News Network. - November 02, 2013 - Abi Ann Music
National Music Services Announces the November Spotlight Artist of the Month "The Ultimate Aldean Experience"
The National Music Services November Spotlight Artist of the month is Greg West star of The Ultimate Aldean Experience and the only “Jason Aldean” look-a-like and impersonator in the world! - November 02, 2013 - National Music Services
Russ Lorenson Celebrates Eight Years of "Christmas in San Francisco"
Crooner Russ Lorenson is back making merry for his 8th Annual Christmas in San Francisco, with his special guests, Wesla Whitfield, Mike Greensill and Veronica Klaus. An annual Bay Area holiday tradition, there's something for everyone in this evening of jingle jazz as Russ and his pals celebrate a swingin' Christmas, San Francisco style! - November 01, 2013 - RL Productions
New Website Launches and Creates More Visibility for Independent Artist of All Genres
HipHopND is solely committed to the independent artist and labels it hosts and promotes independent artist's videos to its hard core fan base. - November 01, 2013 - HiphopND
Melodia Women's Choir of "Visions of Peace"
NYC's premier women's choir, conducted by Cynthia Powell, opens its 11th season with a program beckoning the holidays and celebrating Britten 100, Benjamin Britten’s centenary, with works from Britten, Gustav Holst, and Paul Csonka. Central to the concert is a Melodia reprise performance of Britten’s “A Ceremony of Carols." Also “Seven Part-Songs for Female Voices and Strings,” by Gustav Holst, Paul Csonka’s Spanish-language piece “Concierto de Navidad,” and an arrangement of samba-jazz tunes. - November 01, 2013 - Melodia Women's Choir of NYC
North Jersey Rock Group, The Lappes Will Perform at 4th Annual NJ Walks for Tourette Syndrome at Mendham
The event, which will take place November 23, is the second this year for The Lappes in partnership with the NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome. They previously played at the NJ Walks for TS at Ramapo College even in April. - November 01, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
FirstCom Music Releases Two New Latin Library Collections
FirstCom Music is excited to present the Mexican Music Library and Universal Latin Series. Both music libraries are designed to fulfill the growing demand for authentic Mexican and Latin music for Film, TV, Radio and Advertising. - November 01, 2013 - FirstCom Music
Grammy Nominated Ian Eskelin Chosen by The Eastco Group’s Vaughn Street Brand, as Producer for Adoption Ministry Recording Project
Holt Vaughn, President of The Eastco Group, announced the selection of Ian Eskelin as Producer for a recording project that will raise awareness and resources for forgotten children to be adopted into loving Christian homes. The new album by Laura-Valentine of Laura-Valentine Ministries, will... - November 01, 2013 - VaughnStreet, LLC
Sonorous Entertainment Inc. Signs on New Artist Johnny Callicott (Johnny C); First Album to be Released in 2014
Sonorous Entertainment Inc. is pleased to welcome Johnny Callicott (Johnny C) to its recording family and is looking forward to releasing his new album “Come Alive” in 2014. The first single off his new album is “Penny Rain”, a song whose inspiration stems from his own... - November 01, 2013 - Sonorous Entertainment Inc.
Tampa Based Musictini, the Ultra Cool Lounge Bar, Launched a Crowdfunding Campaign to Raise $100,000.00
Musictini.com, is raising $100,000.00 to help take the company and concept public. - October 31, 2013 - Musictini
It’s Simply Time – The Highly Anticipated Release of Due Season by Pharis Evans Jr.
Upcoming album release of Due Season by Pharis Evans Jr. - October 31, 2013 - Fountain Of Life Records
Tyde Moore Sets Table for Thanksgiving with the Release of a New Praise & Worship Single
Jesus is Our King is a praise and worship song in the style of "90's Country music." This single will be available November 26, 2013. - October 31, 2013 - Passed Insanity Music
Sonorous Entertainment Inc.'s Harvest Gospel Collection Continues with the Release of “Harvest Collection: The Swan Silvertones”
The Swan Silvertones join Reverend James Cleveland and The Five Blind Boys of Alabama as part of Sonorous Entertainment's Harvest Gospel Album Series with the release of “Harvest Collection: The Swan Silvertones.” - October 31, 2013 - Sonorous Entertainment Inc.
Sonorous Entertainment Inc. Released “Harvest Collection: Shirley Caesar” on October 29, 2013
Shirley Caesar, the reigning Queen of Gospel, is featured on the fourth album release for Sonorous Entertainment Inc.'s Harvest Gospel Album Series. - October 30, 2013 - Sonorous Entertainment Inc.
Meresha Brings Out Your "Lunatic" with EP Debut and B.B. King's Concert Dec. 7, 2013
Sunny Florida’s answer to Iceland’s Björk mixed in a blender with some Freddie Mercury, Joss Stone, Amy Winehouse and with a pinch of Paramore and Led Zeppelin. Just off a successful Kickstarter campaign, she will Debut her new EP "Lunatic" Dec. 7 at B.B. King's in W. Palm Beach, Dec. 7 at 2:30. - October 30, 2013 - Meresha
Maypo Deluxe CD Homecoming Released
Homecoming, the debut album from New Jersey based pop-rock band Maypo Deluxe comprised of long time guitarist Mark Scandariato and mixer/musician Kirk Kelsey (Robin Thicke, Creed, 3 Doors Down, Live), is now available on CD and digital download via www.maypodeluxe.com . - October 27, 2013 - Maypo Deluxe
Southern Gospel Group, "The Staggs Sisters" Music Available on Reverbnation Website
Southern gospel group, "The Staggs Sisters," are presenting their album, Christian Freedom, on the Reverbnation web site. Streaming or downloading is available. - October 27, 2013 - The Staggs Sisters
The Nick Tangorra Band Concert at the Highline Ballroom in NYC
Live at Highline Ballroom in NYC on November 3! The Nick Tangorra Band will be having their show along with P. Sanders another YouTube sensation. Tickets are selling out fast, so get them fast. - October 26, 2013 - Bridget O'Brien PR and Events
The Penguin Announces Playlist for Second Half of October 2013
ThePenguinRocks.com continues its quest to find the best indie artists around the world with its new playlist. - October 25, 2013 - The Penguin Rocks
Miami Reggae Festival Expresses Our Hopes and Dreams of a World in Which What We Have in Common is Far Greater Than That Which Divides Us
The Miami Reggae Festival will showcase 10 bands from 9 nations coming together to raise awareness and treat music lovers to a full day of international sounds, while collecting funds and food donations to give back to the community. - October 24, 2013 - Rockers Movement
Spotlight 29 Casino Presents Country Superstar Dwight Yoakam
Spotlight 29 Casino is proud to present an evening with the international superstar and Grammy Award winning Honky Tonk Man, Dwight Yoakam on Saturday, February 1st at 8:00 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, October 25th. Spotlight 29 Casino’s Spotlight Showroom offers the premier entertainment... - October 24, 2013 - Spotlight 29 Casino
Orch/Rock Developing Now
Singer/songwriter Lennon Leppert, from Los Angeles, has developed a new sound. He has mixed Rock with the Full Orchestra. What a sound it is. It appeals to the past, present and the future. He has launched a Kickstarter campaign to make an album using the Full Orchestra. He is a classically-trained composer who has been working in the Pop/Rock genre for years. - October 21, 2013 - Lennon Leppert
KBD-Infinity Releases Software to Turbocharge Digital Keyboards
KBD-Infinity software turns digital keyboards from Yamaha and other manufacturers into virtual workstations. - October 20, 2013 - KBD-Infinity
The Playground Presents Para One + Bobmo + We Have Band + Slow Magic + Ambassadeurs ++
The Playground returns to Proud Camden on Friday the 1st of November with very special guests including Para One, Bobmo, We Have Band, Slow Magic, Ambassadeurs, Molo and many more. - October 19, 2013 - The Playground
Soundmachine Music Presents New Video from We Are The Grand
Ecstasy is the new video and single from the indie rock Chilean band. - October 19, 2013 - Soundmachine Music
Curtis Shelburne's Christmas Album, "One Christmas Night," is Released
Curtis Shelburne’s new Christmas album has just been released. “One Christmas Night” is a mellow mix of Christmas favorites, along with some new songs added in—all sure to help light up the season with joy. The album is now available, and so is Curtis for concerts guaranteed to bring on smiles and holiday good will. - October 18, 2013 - Curtis Shelburne Books/Music
Impact Soundworks Launches MusicGearForAll.com
Impact Soundworks announced today the launch of their new website MusicGearForAll.com. The site provides a curated catalog of music and home studio equipment available for $99 or less. - October 18, 2013 - Impact Soundworks
William Martens Will Release His New Sophisticated Dance Album "Dance Armada"
Composer William Martens released his new dance album "Dance Armada" and from September 29 it is available in internet stores such as iTunes, Amazon and eMusic. This album is initiated for individuals who like sophisticated dancing. In this aspect this music is unique. Also remarkable are... - October 17, 2013 - Willem Martens, Composer
Project Audio Visual Revamps Website
Project Audio Visual, a leading online designer and retailer of audio visual and video conferencing systems, has revamped their website and added new features to boost their customers' experience. - October 17, 2013 - Project Audio Visual