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CarylJae Says "Ah Cya Wait" for Trini Carnival 2017
Trinidad Carnival is one of the most anticipated annual events in the Caribbean. The soca song "Ah Cya Wait" sets the stage for the expected party scene that true fetters can relate to, and as soon as the Trinidad Carnival season ends, we cya wait to do it all over again. 2017 is CarylJae's return to performing soca music and she cya wait to jump back in to it. The joy and release that is synonymous with Carnival is expressed throughout the track. - November 24, 2016 - CJaez Co. Ltd (dba Caryl Jae)
The Village People’s Iconic Cowboy Randy Jones Brings His Vocal Machismo to New Single "Hard Times"
Tough times certainly come and go, but with the will to win, empowered individuals always land “on the right line.” That’s the overwhelming lyrical theme of “Hard Times,” the latest single from New York City-based indie label Young Pals Music. - November 21, 2016 - Young Pals Music
The Funniest (and Filthiest) Christmas Reading in Town, Scandal Erupts at the North Pole the Eight: Reindeer Monologues by Jeff Goode Comes to North Coast Rep
North Coast Repertory Theatre, December 16 & 17 at 10:00 pm - November 21, 2016 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
New Age Artist Albedo Just Released The Nutcracker Album
New Age Music Artist Albedo has just released an album called “The Nutcracker.” - November 20, 2016 - Albedo Music
The Theatre School at North Coast Rep Presents: A Christmas Carol - the Musical in Concert
December 2-4, 2016 - November 19, 2016 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Playwrights Local Announces World Premiere of “This Is Not About My Dead Dog”
New one-person show portrays the tragicomic coming of age of playwright/performer Amy Schwabauer. Directed by Dale Heinen, the production runs January 13 through 28 at Waterloo Arts. - November 18, 2016 - Playwrights Local
Atlanta Band Reignites Auburn Avenue’s Iconic Blues Music Legacy
Ethnically and socially diverse new Atlanta band named after the iconic Royal Peacock nightclub in Sweet Auburn district in Atlanta brings attention to the rich history of the venue and famous acts who performed there. This band recently won the Atlanta Blues Challenge and will represent Atlanta in the upcoming 33rd International Blues Challenge held on historic Beale St in Memphis. - November 17, 2016 - Rebekah Ellis
Non-Profit Arts Organization to Hold Charity Art and Music Event
Expressions NJ, Inc. will be presenting the Expressions of Thanks Art and Music Event on November 19th, 2016 from 6:30pm until 9:00pm. - November 12, 2016 - Expressions NJ, Inc.
New Age Artist Albedo to Release Nutcracker Album
New Age Music Artist Albedo will be releasing an album this month called “The Nutcracker.” - November 12, 2016 - Albedo Music
Miami's Afrikin Fest Shifts Focus to Hurricane Relief
Afrikin Fest to implement festival donation drive for hurricane survivors in Haiti. - November 12, 2016 - AFRIKIN®
Internationally Acclaimed Reggae Music Artist Mikey General Releases New Lovers Rock Single
Wurl Rootz Band Comprising of Alpha School Musicians Announces Their Debut Single, You Move Me Baby Featuring Legendary and Internationally Acclaimed Singer/Songwriter Mikey General. - November 11, 2016 - Wurl Rootz Band
Jo Dee Messina Releases Christmas Song "Noel" Under Independent Label Dreambound Records
Nine Time No. 1, Multi-Platinum Selling, Award-Winning Artist Releases Holiday Single to Radio and Digital Retailers - November 11, 2016 - Dreambound Enterprises, Inc.
"101 Tips and Tricks of Successful Songwriting" Book Now Available
"101 Tips and Tricks of Successful Songwriting" is a light, fun, easy-to read book of songwriting tips for the novice and the professional alike. "Smashing book" -Narada Michael Walden. "If you only read one songwriting book this year, this is the one!" -Alan Roy Scott (writer for Celine Dion, gloria Estefan, Luther Vandross). - November 07, 2016 - Themusiclibrary.org
Singer-Songwriter Releases Album Discussing Mental Illness
Singer-songwriter Emily Brown has just released a new album, “Emily Frown,” about confronting and conversing with mental illness. - November 03, 2016 - Emily Brown
Momma Lynn Records (MLR) Announces John Kingsley "About the Town" Release Date
Momma Lynn Records (MLR) announces the debut solo album by John Kingsley entitled "About the Town," will be released on December 2, 2016. The much-anticipated album recorded at Studio Sage in Edmonds, Washington gives the listener a glimpse into Kingsley's heart and soul and the insightful views of his world. - November 03, 2016 - Momma Lynn Entertainment
Party Like It's 1995 with DOPER THAN DOPE 2 at Spiderhouse Ballroom
DOPER THAN DOPE, the live 90s themed sketch show produced by Base Reality Productions and Heckle Her, returns with another high-energy comedy show at the Spiderhouse Ballroom. - November 02, 2016 - Heckle Her
Talent Lineup Announced for Miami's Afrikin Fest
Jah9, Dr. Sonia Sanchez, Tiken Jah Fakoly and Mutabaruka among roster of talent scheduled to participate in Afrikin Fest. - November 02, 2016 - AFRIKIN®
Roses Underground: The Action Series: Support of This Project in a Forthcoming Indiegogo Crowd Funding Campaign Means a Strong Vote for Diversity in Hollywood
Director Sophia Reaves discusses the importance of her web series production “Roses Underground,” making a significant step toward much needed diversity in Hollywood. - October 30, 2016 - Sophia Reaves
Elliot Ricci's "Comin' Out of the Bushes" is a Political Parody Spanning Two Presidential Elections. This Song is About Character Flaws in Certain Candidates.
Comin' out of the Bushes is a political parody song and video that reminds us to vote with our conscience. The clever lyrics remind us that "character" does matter when you want to hold the most powerful position in the U.S. Elliot Ricci is a singer/songwriter who is a self-taught piano player. In Comin' Out of the Bushes, Elliot is being silly and playful, bringing light to a serious subject. But in his usual, fabulous performances audience members constantly tell him, "You should be in Vegas!" - October 29, 2016 - Elliot "Rockin" Ricci
Gospel Group Records Victory Song for Hillary
Gospel quartet, The Great Divas of Gospel, has recorded an uplifting song, "Run, Hillary, Run!" for Hillary Clinton as time draws closer to Election Day. - October 29, 2016 - The Great Divas of Gospel
Legendary Keyboardist, Composer, and a Pioneer in the Evolution of Funk, George “Bernie” Worrell, Jr., Better Known as Bernie Worrell in His Final Band Collaboration
Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1997 along with 15 other members of Parliament-Funkadelic, the musical genius Bernie Worrell chose to collaborate with Khu.éex', a Native Funk Band. The music of Khu.éex’ is his final recorded collaborative work, as confirmed by Preston Singletary. Through this Native band, he continued to honor his love and gift for sharing music, and his immense talent both improvising, and composing, and of course on keyboard. - October 28, 2016 - Khu.eex (band)
Singing River Chorale to Present Free Christmas Concerts Dec. 3 & 4
Concerts in Gulfport and Pascagoula to feature works by Bach, Rutter and will include brass, tympani and organ. - October 25, 2016 - Singing River Chorale
Gary Farr & His All Star Big Band Featuring Lisanne Lyons Will Tour the Florida Panhandle in January 2017
Gary Farr & His All Star Big Band will be performing concerts in Tallahassee and Panama City Florida January 25th & 26th 2017. - October 23, 2016 - Secret Formula Records, Inc.
Heartbeat Of The World, the New Album by World5 Released on Spectra Music Group
World5 released their new CD, “Heartbeat Of The World,” October 7, 2016 on the Spectra Music Group label. - October 17, 2016 - Five Points Music LLC
Award Winning Artist Frizzell to Make Special Presentation at Jean Shepard Nashville Palace Show
Plans have been confirmed for Nashville’s Artist to the Stars, Corey Frizzell, to make a special presentation during an up-coming, star studded night to honor the late country legend, Jean Shepard. Springer Mountain Farms Chicken Presents a Night to Honor Jean Shepard, a Grand Lady of the... - October 16, 2016 - Visual Artist Corey Frizzell
John Scholz Named President, From the Dust Productions Inc.
Seasoned CPA and Successful Entrepreneur Takes Aim at Music Industry - October 13, 2016 - From the Dust Productions
International Artist Al3xAndrovA Aligns with Fashion Show Extravaganza to Benefit John Hopkins All Children’s Hospital
Al3xAndrovA has aligned with Elizabeth’s Boutique and the Hollander Hotel to present the annual Fashion Show Extravaganza, benefiting John Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. The event will showcase the artist's highly anticipated release of Modern Day Cinderella. Al3xAndrovA... - October 12, 2016 - Storage 2.O rg
Playwrights Local Announces Invited Performances of “Objectively/Reasonable” in NPR and CPAC Events
Excerpts from critically acclaimed play on the 2014 Tamir Rice shooting in Cleveland to be featured in NPR’s “Getting Real About Race” on October 18 and CPAC’s “Moving Forward” on November 17. - October 12, 2016 - Playwrights Local
Actress, Producer and Director, Lisa Pellegrene Discusses the Debut of a New Music and Dance Series: Peace, Love, Unity Dance Troupe
Lisa Pellegrene, a known international animal advocate and long term vegan, as well as a professional in TV and Film, with an additional established background as a writer and strategic consultant, debuts the first episode of her forthcoming web and corresponding TV series this fall. - October 11, 2016 - Public Relations Office of Lisa Pellegrene
Le'Andria Johnson Stars in Spare The Rod Spoil The Child at The Lincoln Theatre in Washington, DC
Produced by Dr. Mildred Summerville Spare the Rod, Spoil the Child focuses on taboo issues that are often ignored in the Black Community. “Spare the Rod, Spoil the Child speaks to all ages,” said Shirley Caesar, gospel legend and 2016 recipient of a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. “I was particularly amazed to see young people so accurately depicting what our youth are going through. Everyone should see this exceptional play. Your life will never be the same." - October 06, 2016 - Summerville Productions
Tanis Launches Debut Album, "Blackout" Boldly Exploring Alternative Themes of Love, Melancholy and Identity
"Blackout" EP features some of the past hits of Tanis along with brand new compositions, making it the definitive buy for all her fans. - October 01, 2016 - Tanis
Playwrights Local Announces the 2nd Annual Cleveland Playwrights Festival
New plays, free workshops, and special events presented November 4 through 6 at Waterloo Arts in Cleveland. - October 01, 2016 - Playwrights Local
Marc Hoffman Releases Late September
"Hoffman returns to the studio with a new confidence, able to hold his own with the best in the genre." —Gary Dalkin, Film Music On the Web - September 30, 2016 - Marc Hoffman
“The Declaration of IndependenTS” by Bruce Lev Wins Best Americana Album
Bruce Lev’s album “The Declaration of IndependenTS” has just been honored as the “Best Americana Album” in the Akademia Music Awards along with naming Bruce Lev as their “Artist of the Month” for September 2016! Coming off his stage performance and... - September 28, 2016 - LevSongs Productions
CracKerman Album Release
“CracKerman getting deep…I mean he looks like a raving lunatic and yet he’s making sense.” ~ Howard Stern - September 26, 2016 - Jayde Monroe Productions, LLC
Production Begins on New Pilot "Take It From The Top"
My Three Sons and King Family star, Tina Cole joins forces with actress Iona Morris, (Law & Order, The Soul Man and Cold Case) in a new pilot presentation called "Take It From The Top." "Take It From The Top" centers around a newly widowed woman, Tina Dennison, played by... - September 25, 2016 - Altonaga Productions
“Simpler Times” Starring Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara, Screening in NY/NJ
“Simpler Times,” the 33-minute comedy starring Jerry Stiller, features a special guest appearance by the late Anne Meara. The made-for-TV film from director/writer Steve Monarque has upcoming festival screenings Saturday, September 24, 2016 at 5pm in the Golden Door International Film Festival of Jersey City and Sunday, October 9, 2016 at 2:45pm in the Ocktober Film Festival at Symphony Space, New York City. - September 22, 2016 - MonaVision Films
The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep Presents: The Mousetrap by: Agatha Christie
The longest running show in history, The Mousetrap, is arguably Agatha Christie’s best, spine-tingling, who-dunnit. Who doesn’t love a murder mystery? In this play, everyone is a suspect and a potential victim. Set in the dead of winter, 1952, at the Great Hall of Monkswell Manor, a... - September 19, 2016 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Seldom-Seen Neil Simon Classic, Laughter on the 23rd Floor at North Coast Repertory Theatre
North Coast Repertory Theatre, which mounted a monster hit last year with Neil Simon’s Chapter Two, is now staging Laughter on the 23rd Floor, the playwright’s love letter to his early career as a writer for Sid Caesar’s “Your Show of Shows.” Described by Variety as... - September 19, 2016 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Among Legends' New Single "We Were Vaguely Saints" Now Available Worldwide
After an exclusive premiere through Exclaim! Music, Among Legends' latest single "We Were Vaguely Saints" is now available worldwide. - September 18, 2016 - Among Legends
Pinnacle Production Group Presents Chinese Lantern Light Festival in Miami Experience Spectacular Evening of Massive Chinese Lanterns
A celebration of Chinese culture, the Lantern Light Festival arrives in Miami on November 30 at the Miami-Dade County Fair Expo Center. The festival is a six-week production featuring massive lanterns, inspiring performances and incredible cuisine. Attendees will experience a kaleidoscope of colors, shapes, and themes in the run–up to the Christmas period and beyond. Learn more at http://www.lanternlightfestival.com. - September 15, 2016 - Pinnacle Productions Group
Non Profit Founder Monica D. Hardwick Seeks Help to Create Jobs for My Digital Press Agent (#MyDPA)
Bay Area Studios Foundation Founder Monica D. Hardwick wants help from the public to create My Digital Press Agent freelance jobs and franchise opportunities. - September 14, 2016 - Bay Area Studios Foundation
Among Legends Release New Single on Exclaim! Music Ahead of Hello Sailor Records Compilation
Waterloo pop-punk band Among Legends released a new single today, streaming exclusively on Exclaim! Music. “We Were Vaguely Saints” is the lead single on Hello Sailor Records’ upcoming compilation album Coveted, due out September 16. “We thought it would be fun to ask bands... - September 12, 2016 - Among Legends
Momma Lynn Management (MLM) Announces Seattle Singer-Songwriter, Abby London, Has Joined the Momma Lynn Family of Companies
Momma Lynn Management (MLM) announces Seattle Singer-Songwriter, Abby London has joined the Momma Lynn family of companies and will enter the studio in the Fall of 2016. MLM Founder and CEO, Michael Decker says that “We are very happy to bring Abby London into the Momma Lynn family of unique... - September 10, 2016 - Momma Lynn Entertainment
Ballet Arts of Austin Welcomes Students Aged 3 to Adult for Inaugural Year of Superb Classical Ballet Training
Ballet Arts of Austin is a new ballet academy on West Anderson Lane in Austin, Texas. Founded by Lori Bodine Benold, formerly of San Francisco Ballet, the school opened its doors in April 2016. Professional faculty provide all students with a strong foundation in Russian-based classical ballet technique and artistry. Ballet Arts will host an Open House on Saturday, September 24, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. - September 09, 2016 - Ballet Arts of Austin
Emmy Award-Winning Actress & NY Times Bestselling Author, Kristen Johnston Supports Mooresville, NC Fundraising Event
Emmy Award-Winning Actress and NY Times Bestselling Author of "GUTS" Kristen Johnston "Impressed and Blown Away" by Local Music Foundation; Supports Fundraising Event; "Staggered by the passion and dedication of those involved with Judy Hughes Music Foundation." There will be a fundraising concert, followed by a student recital hosted by Judy Hughes Music Foundation this Saturday at 2:00 p.m. in the sanctuary of Southside Baptist Church; 525 South Broad Street, Mooresville NC 28115. - September 09, 2016 - Judy Hughes Music Foundation, Inc.
Record Setting Country Gospel Group, Waymasters, to Headline Saturday Night’s North Carolina Mountain State Fair
Christian Country Gospel’s No. 1 group, Waymasters, will headline the Carolina Farm Credit Mountain Music Festival at the 2016 North Carolina Mountain State Fair. - September 08, 2016 - Waymasters
The Pioneering Salsa Tanz Institute in Zurich Introduces Salsa Training Courses
Get introduced to the best Salsa Tanzschule offering unique Salsa Tanz training sessions. Joining targeted and comprehensive courses will inevitably help students master the art of performing Salsa. - September 04, 2016 - Salsa People Dance Studio & Entertainment
New Gamer Music Album - Ancient Aires & Marches; Music by Gamers for Gamers
Rich Staats' fifth album is geared for gamers. Music by a Gamer for Gamers. The songs are a fusion of instrumental, traditional instruments, electronica, and choral designed to have the maximum positive impact on your gaming sessions. These tracks are great for action adventure movies too. Genre: Electronic: Acid Techno; Release Date: 2016. - September 03, 2016 - Rich Staats
Country Supergroup Sterling Sylver to Play Orange County Komen Race for the Cure in September 2016
Sterling Sylver band working together with local hotels to give back to the community. - September 03, 2016 - Sterling Sylver Band