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Oakwood Homes Announces Its Summer Concert Series Produced by Skyline Talent & Events
Oakwood Homes is sponsoring five free outdoor concerts at Green Valley Ranch beginning July 4th. Concerts are produced by Skyline Talent & Events. - April 26, 2013 - Skyline Talent & Events
Sonorous Entertainment Inc. Includes Clara Ward on 2013 Platinum Gospel Series Releases
Sonorous Entertainment Inc. will include another gospel music legend to its Platinum Gospel Series for 2013 on April 30th with the release of soloist Clara Ward. - April 26, 2013 - Sonorous Entertainment Inc.
DJ Smallz Adds Texas Rapper, Dorrough Music on His Southern Smoke Roaster
DJ Smallz signs his first artists, Texas rapper, Dorrough Music to his Southern Smoke artist booking management company. - April 25, 2013 - DJ Smallz
John Fogerty Fans Start Facebook Campaign to Get Record to Top of the Charts
Fans of John Fogerty have started a Facebook campaign in support of Fogerty's forthcoming record, Wrote A Song For Everyone. - April 25, 2013 - John Fogerty To #1
recordJet Passenger Baba Saad Enters the Official German and Austrian Album Charts
Number 63 of the German, and number 62 of the Austrian album charts for "SdoppelaD"; Second charts success for Berlin-based digital music distributor recordJet - April 25, 2013 - recordJet
Hawai'i Sacred Choir—to be "Guest Choir" at Ely Cathedral, UK Presents Spring Concert in Honolulu April 27-28, 2013
Local Honolulu choir to present spring concerts this weekend at two cathedrals in Honolulu in preparation for their England tour in 2014. - April 24, 2013 - Hawaii Sacred Choir
Singer-Songwriter Community Gives Back to Wheelchair-Bound Videographer
Ron Sarfaty ("the guy in the wheel chair" who video tapes the singer-songwriters all over Los Angeles without ever charging a dime) totaled his accessible van a couple of weeks ago. He’s physically okay, but has lost his independence, therefore, a large portion of the... - April 24, 2013 - SLR Productions
Music for Productions Finalizing 3 More Foreign Sub-Publishing Deals for Their Online Catalogue
Music for Productions has just returned from NAB in Las Vegas, which is a conference and trade show for the digital music industry. It was a really productive NAB show for Music for Productions! MFP is presently finalizing 3 more foreign sub-publishing deals to assist with expanding their... - April 24, 2013 - Music for Productions
geeKs & azWHOLEz to Exclusively Premiere Mixtape Dirty Peters on Website geeksandazwholez.com
Underground hip hop fusion band, geeKs and azWHOLEz releases free mixtape. - April 24, 2013 - geeKs & azWHOLEz
Nasty Nick performs at Asbury Park's 1st Annual Pink Prom
The Pride Network and Hotel Tides have tapped Rapper Nasty Nick, Josh Zuckerman and Ari Gold for live performances and entertainment at the 1st Annual Pink Prom. In addition to his performance, the rapper plans to include a meet and greet as well as some CD giveaways. - April 20, 2013 - Nasty Nick Musiq
Just One More Time: Top Star Award Winner Singer-Songwriter Rodger Collins Releases CD
Just One More Time is trending among the online radio airplay listeners as a precious and sentimental powerhouse. We hear the tender Rodger Collins like never before as he drives the message home connecting on the deepest level with anyone who hears it. When asked how he wrote this lead track for his latest CD (of the same name), Collins simply replied, “I just felt it.” - April 19, 2013 - Garden Tree Media
Eye Candy, Inc. Hires New York Composer & Sound Designer Nicholas Gati
Eye Candy, Inc. hires composer/sound designer Nicholas Gati to run their sound and music department. - April 19, 2013 - Eye Candy, Inc.
HH4Heroes Wounded Warrior Fundraising Campaign Song Bridges Gap in Between Battlefield and Home
Cause Artist Bekah Eden of BE Music Partners with HH4Heroes to Release Official Campaign Music Video of Wounded Warrior Fundraising Anthem "In Between." - April 19, 2013 - HH4Heroes
UF Alumna LadyBroadway Martina Sykes Wraps Exclusive Norwegian Cruise Performances
University of Florida Alumna LadyBroadway Martina Sykes wraps six month tour performance aboard Norwegian Star Cruise ship - April 18, 2013 - Lady Broadway
Brennan Rock & Roll Academy Sponsors Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Sold-out event scheduled for April 18 at the Nokia Theatre in Hollywood - April 18, 2013 - Brennan Rock & Roll Academy
Ohio Idol Comes to Columbus Ohio This Saturday for Live Auditions
Ohio Idol Season 2 first round of live auditions will be held in three different cities in Ohio for the first time. Ohio Idol contestants will have the opportunity to audition live at the city of their choice: June 1st (Cleveland Area); June 8th (Columbus Area); June 15th (Cincinnati/Dayton Area) - April 17, 2013 - Ohio Idol
Hickory Brass to Feature the Music of Composer John Williams in Paoli on "International Star Wars Day"
Hickory Brass performs a concert of classical, popular and jazz favorites at a free concert at Paoli Presbyterian Chruch on Saturday May 4th 2013 at 7:30pm. Selections include a tribute to composer John Williams in honor of International Star Wars Day. - April 17, 2013 - Jump City Music Inc
Sage on Stage for the Canadian, TX Block Party
Sage Boatright, actor, singer and songwriter will be the opening act for the Block Party in Canadian, TX, Saturday, April 20. - April 17, 2013 - Sage Boatright, Singer/ Songwriter
John Cassese Wins Comeback Artist of the Year. 2nd Annual Artists in Music Awards Show.
A life dedicated to dance and music encompasses the passion of John Cassese. On February 8, 2013 the multi-talented choreographer, singer, and producer received Comeback Artist of the Year honors. The 2nd Annual Artists In Music Awards Show (AMIA) held their awards ceremony in Hollywood, CA at the... - April 16, 2013 - John Cassese
YesStyle.com Announces Sponsorship of Korea Times Music Festival 11
YesStyle, the leading online Asian fashion retailer, announces its sponsorship of Korea Music Festival 11, to be held on April 27, 2013 at the world-famous Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. YesStyle’s support of the Korea Times Music Festival, also known as the Korean Music Festival, represents... - April 16, 2013 - YesStyle
Gay Rapper Nasty Nick Get's "Sexy" for Up-Coming Shoot with Alan Joseph
Gay Rapper Nasty Nick is getting ready to strip down and turn up the heat for his promotional photo shoot in Morris Town. The rapper will be teaming up with former Mr. Gay New Jersey, Alan Joseph for the shoot later this month to help promote his “West Side Story” album. The two have a... - April 16, 2013 - Nasty Nick Musiq
Soul Singer JUANITA Joins the Fight Against Poverty Through Music
Soul singer Juanita Johnson [aka JUANITA] has partnered with humanitarian organization, CARE and Reverb Nation as part of the Music For Good program. She is one of the many artists that is participating in this exciting initiative to benefit others in need. Through the purchase of her song, Better... - April 16, 2013 - Personify Entertainment
Fueling the Cajun Culture Experience in Brooklyn Once More
The Third Annual Bayou n' Brooklyn Music Festival 2013 will be hosted this springtime of May for all Cajun-Creole-Zydeco aficionados in Brooklyn. They are calling for all Cajun music lovers to help them make festival 2013 happen with the help of Granmum Creative Studios PR. - April 16, 2013 - Granmum Creative Studios
By Supporting Ntds, Taylor Swift Fans Get a Chance to See Her Live in Nashville
Show your support for Northwest Tennessee Disaster Services (NTDS) by purchasing the new TN Specialty Plate. You can pre-order your plate today. - April 15, 2013 - Northwest Tennessee Disaster Services
PaperCraft, Inc. Launches the “Singing About Signs” Facebook Prize Drawing on April 15, 2013
PaperCraft, Inc. announces the “Singing About Signs” Facebook Prize Drawing for participants to vote on songs about signs for a chance to win a $50 iTunes gift card. - April 15, 2013 - PaperCraft, Inc.
Spotlight Digital Magazine, Rider Circulation/ Newsways - First-Ever Magazine Circulation Deal
Content is King and now Available on more Platforms than ever before! Spotlight Digital Magazine, RCS/Newssways- to Present Launch Issue to 1000's of 7'11's, Convenience Stores, Digital Newsstands Nationwide- in first-ever Magazine Circulation Deal. - April 15, 2013 - Spotlight Marketing and Promotions
Music Pioneer and Artist Manager, Glenn "Sweety G" Toby Presents "The Art of Management" Workshop
An insider’s peek into the inner workings of today’s music industry - April 14, 2013 - The Luxe PR Group
Enlightened Piano Radio Raises the Bar
The online radio station is getting attention from piano enthusiasts and music lovers alike, across the globe! - April 14, 2013 - Enlightened Piano Radio
Hip Hop Gaming Yanks, Mega Ran and Producer K-Murdock, Toddle Off to England for the, “UK Underground Tour!”
After his successful month long tour in March, Teacher/Rapper/Hero, Mega Ran (aka Random), will his run with his UK fans. Ran with critically acclaimed producer K-Murdock on board for this stretch will head to England for the UK Underground Tour. As always, Ran promises to bring the fun, high energy and honesty to be associated with a Mega Ran show; with some surprises, of course. - April 14, 2013 - Random Beats
Julie Fowlis Performs Music of the Scottish Isles at Freedom Hall on April 20
Freedom Hall will present Julie Fowlis Music of the Scottish Isles on Saturday, April 20 at 7:30. Tickets are $28 for adults and $14 for children. Julie is known for her voice on the Disney-Pixar soundtrack “Brave” and has received several awards including "Gaelic Singer of the... - April 14, 2013 - Freedom Hall
Martin E. Boehling Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Martin E. Boehling of Murrells Inlet, South Carolina has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of entertainment. About Martin E. Boehling Mr. Boehling has over 50 years experience in the... - April 12, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
BlackSmoke Muzik Inc. Appoints Paul Doyle as Director of Marketing
With the formation of the New Record Label and all its affiliates, BlackSmoke Muzik Inc. is proud to welcome Paul Doyle as the newest addition to their family and Paul Doyle will assume the duties of Director of Marketing with all marketing affairs and in addition co-manage several of the many artists on the label. - April 12, 2013 - BlackSmoke Muzik Inc.
Latin Recording Artist "Angel Lopez" to Release Anticipated New Single "Al Ritmo del Amor" (To the Rythm of Love) April 16th, 2013
Formerly part of the group Son By Four, Angel is now releasing his new single April 16th, 2013 titled "Al Ritmo Del Amor" (To the Rythm of Love) under Latin Boyz Entertainment/Trevino Music Group. - April 12, 2013 - Trevino Enterprises
Independent Music Artists Get Endorsed by Promotion Company
As many of you know, being an independent artist means making financial sacrifices. You have to watch your spending and use your limited budget to support your music career. Every dollar counts, CoSign 360™ understands how difficult it is to get a career started so they created the Endorse an Artist™ Program. - April 12, 2013 - CoSign 360
Annual Lake Worth Reggae Fest Sponsored by Royal Palm Mazda
Royal Palm Mazda is proud to announce its sponsorship of the 15th Annual Lake Worth Reggae Fest, home to some of the best national and regional reggae talent available. With its many years of experience, this beloved festival hosts some of the biggest names in reggae, and is able to support local... - April 11, 2013 - Royal Palm Mazda
Audio4fun Announces Next Generation of AV Music Morpher Gold
Audio4fun's latest project has finally been revealed with the debut of the smart media player - AV Media Player Morpher. - April 11, 2013 - AVSoft Corp.
Author Cabot Barden Will be Doing a Book Signing at Winterboro Alabama April 12 and 13
Cabot Barden, singer, songwriter, and author, will be doing a book signing at the Aljerald Powers Building next to the Winterboro High School in Winterboro Alabama from 9 am. to 4 pm on April 12, and from 9 am. to 3 pm. on April 13. Barden's two books are: "It's The Bass Player," which... - April 10, 2013 - Cabot Barden-Author
Rebecca De La Torre Emerges from the Shadows with New Co-Produced Album
Singer-composer and pianist Rebecca De La Torre announced her latest full-length album, Incognito, is releasing May 11, 2013. A release party and live concert event will take place the same day. - April 10, 2013 - Rebecca De La Torre
Award Winning Reggae Artist Taj Weekes Releases Pariah in Transit
Award winning reggae artist Taj Weekes and his band Adowa will release their fourth CD “Pariah in Transit.” - April 09, 2013 - Jatta, LLC
Industry Level Music Group Informs Artists on "How to" Avoid Music Scams
Industry Level Music Group is a private talent development firm that seeks talented artists and actors to represent at major music labels and film companies. Industry Level is made up of ex-music/film executives and A&R’s who posses the knowledge and relationships to negotiate multi-million dollar recording and or film deals. - April 09, 2013 - Industry Level Music Group
Howard Thompson, aka "Hitman" Howie Tee Becomes Creative Director at Epic Music LA
Epic Music LA, industry leaders in trending source music, innovative hip hop sounds and authentic beats announces that Howard Thompson, aka "Hitman" Howie Tee, will be the new creative director for the company. - April 08, 2013 - Epic Music LA
Henley Business School's New MBA in the Music Industry Program Gets U.S. Launch at Musexpo, May 5-8, 2013
Spearheaded by Program Director, Helen Gammons, the Henley Business School will officially launch it's new MBA in the Music Industry program in Hollywood at the Musexpo global music event, May 5-8, 2013. Helen Gammons, a 30 year music industry veteran, entrepreneur and educator, will address... - April 08, 2013 - Henley Business School
Jessica Walker Accepts Prestigious Honor & Joins Oakton's Six Piano Ensemble
AMA Dance & Music School’s piano instructor Jessica Walker is one of the youngest members ever to be invited to perform in the prestigious Six Piano Ensemble. - April 07, 2013 - AMA Dance & Music School
Internationally Acclaimed Classical Crossover Artist Mario Frangoulis Brings "Beautiful Things" to the US and Canada This Spring
Mario Frangoulis, the operatically trained powerhouse tenor and leading recording artist of Greece, brings his highly anticipated 2013 North American concert series, “Beautiful Things,” to audiences this spring. - April 05, 2013 - Mario Frangoulis
Harp Festival at Harps Etc. Celebrates 10th Anniversary of This Unusual Business
Celebrate with Harps Etc. on May 3 - 5, 2013 at the first Harp Festival and Tenth Anniversary Celebration at 1601 N. Main Street in Walnut Creek, CA. The Harp Festival will feature world class performers and workshop presenters. The full festival schedule, registration and tickets are available at http://tinyurl.com/harpsetc or by calling 925-937-4277. - April 04, 2013 - Harps Etc
"For The Life Of Bryan Show" - Tulsa Musicians and Family Rally to Raise Funds for Friend and Retired Tulsa Fire Captain Battling Brain Tumor
Local musicians Charlie Redd and The Full Flava Kings, The Blue, Zen Hipster, Sweatin Bullets, and Freakshow look to raise funds for friend, local music producer and retired Fire Captain battling brain tumor. - April 03, 2013 - Friends Of Bryan
Sunday, April 21, 2013 at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center Viola and Piano Unite to Ignite a Fiery Chamber Program
The fourth and final of the Miami International Piano Festival’s “Four Classical Sundays at Five” will feature pianist Kemal Gekic and violist Michael Klotz in a special chamber program at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center in Aventura, FL at 5 P.M on Sunday, April... - April 03, 2013 - Miami International Piano Festival
Official Artist Gift Lounge at the Academy of Country Music Awards
In celebration of the 2013, 48th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards, dick clark productions and the lpb group will be hosting the Official ACM Artist Gift Lounge located in the upper concourse of the MGM Grand Arena. - April 03, 2013 - LPB Group
Thousands of Guitar Players Are Strapped
Robert Windpony launches Grandcanyonguitars.com with free guitar straps, strings and capos all with no purchase required. - April 02, 2013 - Robert Windpony Music
Groove with Pretty Girls Band at the Surfers for Autism Beach Festival
A new sound is making waves at the Sixth Annual Surfers for Autism (SFA) Beach Festival. This Friday, April 5, Pretty Girls, a local indie rock trio, will showcase their talent while helping raise autism awareness in South Florida. - April 02, 2013 - Beymour Consulting