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RGB Lounge: Help the Community Boldly Battle Body Odor
RGB Lounge will be collecting new hygiene product donations August 16 - Sept. 31 in Chicago. Donations from different neighbors will be put into packets and distributed to local homeless shelters. - August 11, 2012 - RGB Lounge
LightPoint Releases First Single on iTunes & Amazon
LightPoint is an original band from Ardmore, Pa. featuring an eclectic blend of rock, country and jazz. - August 08, 2012 - LightPoint Band
Sky-Pony Serves Up Quirky Indie-Rock with Theatrical Flair at Joe's Pub in NYC on August 19th
On Sunday August 19th, the band Sky-Pony will explode onto the stage of Joe's Pub like a herd of stampeding wild horses. They'll serve up a high-energy set of original tunes inspired in equal parts by indie-rock and good old-fashioned American Songbook balladry. Expect a live show with theatrical... - August 07, 2012 - Sky-Pony
Nashville’s Artist to the Stars, Corey Frizzell, Donates Bill Monroe Portrait to the Friends of Mark Newton Benefit- Frizzell to be on Hand to Autograph Original Portrait
Nashville’s Artist to the Stars, Corey Frizzell, recently created a fine art portrait of the late Bluegrass legend, Bill Monroe, to be donated to the August 24th Friends of Mark Newton Benefit. The benefit will include a star studded golf outing, auction and live concert in Fredricksburg, Virginia. Frizzell will be on hand at the benefit for a meet and greet to sign event posters and the original Monroe portrait to the highest bidder. - August 07, 2012 - Visual Artist Corey Frizzell
Frausun's Newest Album Explores an Emerging Zombie Plague, Which Begins at a Catholic Mass
The latest album from the band Frausun, Christ Tested Positive, is a 9-song Experimental/Industrial work that explores an emerging zombie plague, which begins at a Catholic Mass. The virus of faith transforms into a physical one. Christ became infected after the raising of Lazarus. The disease was... - August 04, 2012 - Kurtz Frausun Production
John Legend’s Younger Brother, Vaughn Anthony, Releases “Life Of A Player”
Highly Anticipated Mixtape & EP Now Available, Upcoming Tour Announced... VA is quickly evolving into R&B’s missing intonation. - August 03, 2012 - Vaughn Anthony
Spirit of Marilyn Celebration with Mycki Manning as Marilyn Monroe in Las Vegas 50 Years Later Marilyn is Still Oscar's Favorite "Broad"
Oscar's steakhouse & Mycki Manning as Marilyn Monroe host the only Las Vegas commemorative honoring the 50th year of life without Marilyn. As the #1 photographic lookalike for Marilyn Monroe on the West Coast, Mycki will share Marilyn stories, mingle, sing & entertain. Marilyn trivia with prizes awarded. Spirit of Marilyn painting & posters available: portion of the proceeds benefit the Southern Nevada Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure®. - August 02, 2012 - Gentlemen Prefer Marilyn
Dawn Monroe Opens Up for Mr Cheeks on August 1st, 2012 at The Pyramid for Occupy Wednesdays
August 1, 2012 at 9pm at The Pyramid, 101 Avenue A (bet 6th and 7th st). Dawn Monroe will be opening for Mr Cheeks, performing her internet hit “DO IT” at the Pyramid. Mr Cheeks will be performing songs off his highly anticipated New album under his own label Mob Music/IMG/Universal Records. It will be a monumental night with Cheeks return to the Music business and Dawn’s introduction to the world and as the newest addition to the Mob Muzik Family. - August 01, 2012 - Dawn Monroe
The C.R. Ecker Band "Bushwacked Song" Works Its Way Up to Gain Recognition, Now Ready to Make Mainstream American Radio After One Year on the Internet
This song, lamenting the lingering economic malaise in America, quickly found an audience in over 20 countries via Internet radio during its first year. But not in the U.S. That will change in early August, one year after its release date, with a move into traditional American radio on KMEM, Memphis, which bills itself "the cradle of rock and roll." - July 31, 2012 - Charles R. Ecker
Tango Lovers (Enamorados del Tango) Performs in New York and South Florida
International Tango sensation comes to South Florida and New York. - July 31, 2012 - Tango Lovers
USAABT Fundraiser Sponsorship Opportunities
The United States of America Adaptive Bobsled Team and US Paralympic Bobsled & Skeleton Association, Inc. First Annual Fundraiser August 24, 2012 - July 31, 2012 - Hydrus Media
Artist Resource Center Announces Short Films for One Lens Film Festival August 16
The Artist Resource Center today announced the selection of six short films to be showcased in the One Lens Film Festival scheduled Thursday, August 16 at 7 p.m. at the Arclight Cinemas in Sherman Oaks, CA. The One Lens Film Festival is designed to encourage artists to create and use films to... - July 28, 2012 - Artist Resource Center
"Think! For Yourself" a New Youth Musical
Diversity Youth Theater Summer Ensemble will be performing a whimsical musical story that follows a colorful bunch of vendors at Marv's Marvelous Flea Market. The market struggles to stay open until one charismatic saleswoman puts the place back on the map. What price will the lively bunch pay to keep Marv's Marvelous Flea Market open? An adventurous story, filled with music, laughter and dance. - July 28, 2012 - Diversity Youth Theater
Minnesota Sinfonia Calls for New and Unpublished Orchestral Scores
With the generous support of the McKnight Foundation, the Minnesota Sinfonia is pleased to announce a call for new and unpublished (chamber) orchestral scores. Four works will be commissioned and premiered for the 2013-14 season, with composers receiving commissioning fees ranging between... - July 28, 2012 - Friends of the Minnesota Sinfonia
Dialogue with Three Chords Hosts Readings of Short Plays by Independent Playwrights Which Explore How Family Histories Haunt and Inform Our Lives
Dialogue with Three Chords is hosting staged readings of work by independent playwrights. Curated by Stephen Gracia, the show features work selected from the community of artists who have lent their talents to previous Dialogue with Three Chords productions. “A Mad Woman’s... - July 27, 2012 - Dialogue with Three Chords
First Julie London Tribute Featuring the Satin Doll Trio Kicks Off This Weekend at Germano's Cabaret in Baltimore MD
Washington DC's popular Satin Doll Trio presents an intimate musical program focused on the early minimalist recordings of America's most beloved torch singer Ms. Julie London whose music popularized great American Standards such as "Cry Me a River," "Hey Daddy," and "I'm in the Mood for Love." - July 25, 2012 - Satin Doll Trio
Calling All Fibbers: Storytelling Arts of Indiana Hosts Fourth Annual Liar's Contest at the State Fair in August
Storytelling Arts of Indiana is pleased to announce the Fourth Annual Liar's Contest held during the Indiana State Fair. Contestants are invited to spin a tall tale in Pioneer Village on the fairgrounds Friday, August 3, 2012. Registration begins at 6:30 p.m. and the contest begins at 7 p.m. Cash... - July 25, 2012 - Storytelling Arts of Indiana
Minnesota Sinfonia Announces Fall Tour with Soprano Superstar Maria Jette
The Minnesota Sinfonia to perform in outstate Minnesota this fall. Cities to be featured are Pipestone, Worthington, Jackson, and Redwood Falls, Minnesota. - July 24, 2012 - Friends of the Minnesota Sinfonia
Wilshire Comedy Group Brings an All Star Comedy Show "Comedy In Paradise" to the Paradise Diner in Hauppauge, NY on Saturday August 18th
Another great night of dinner and comedy comes to Hauppauge, NY. - July 23, 2012 - Wilshire Comedy Group
BentBeat Productions Releases Their First Full-Length Album, "Country Girl"
BentBeat Productions, a focused music label located in Vancouver, Washington, releases their first commercial full-length project: "Country Girl - Music From The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack" performed by Jozi Bently and Dave Beatty. “Country Girl - Music From The Original... - July 20, 2012 - All Requests Live Entertainment
Band "In Space" Grand Prize Winner of Fender Foundation Int'l Music Competition
Emerging Artist Andrew Roth, singer/songwriter of the band “In Space"” chosen Grand Prize Winner of the International Music Competition “Save Lives through Music” sponsored by The Fender Music Foundation/Reverbnation/StageIt and Heineken. - July 20, 2012 - In Space
Cheer Channel Inc. Moves to Cable Television in Joint Venture with Simply Me TV
Cheer Channel Becomes Exclusive Content Provider of Cheer-Related Programming - July 20, 2012 - Story Merchant
Bizzare Hailstorm Cost Shakespeare Dallas Tens of Thousands
Supporters Announce Fundraising Campaign to Assist with Damages. Individuals can contribute through http://www.indiegogo.com/shakespeare-storm. - July 20, 2012 - Shakespeare Dallas
The Gallery Announces New Full-Length Album, Fundraising Project
Wilbraham-founded Rock/Indie-Folk band, The Gallery, has announced plans for its second full-length studio album. The record is set to be recorded this August with producer/engineer Warren Huart, at Swing House Studios in Los Angeles, California. The band is offering the opportunity to help fund the record in exchange for exclusive content and merchandise. Visit http://www.indiegogo.com/thegallery to contribute. - July 19, 2012 - The Gallery
Tribute Artist - Jerry Armstrong - Performing in Joliet
Tribute Artist, Jerry Armstrong will be performing at the Hoof & Fin Roadhouse, 3501 Channahon Rd. in Joliet, IL, August 4th 8:00pm to 10:00pm. Performing for over 25 years throughout the Midwest. A “Singer Impressionist” entertainer, amazing audiences with his vocal ability as a... - July 19, 2012 - Jerry Armstrong Entertainment
Nashville’s Artist to the Stars, Corey Frizzell, Signs New Book Publishing Deal with Leading National Publisher
Nashville’s Artist to the Stars, Corey Frizzell, has inked a new publishing deal with leading national publisher, Arcadia Publishing, to author a new book on Nashville’s Honky Tonk History, a subject close to Frizzell’s heart, being of the Lefty Frizzell lineage. Frizzell’s... - July 19, 2012 - Visual Artist Corey Frizzell
The Hollywood Rx Records and Ink Pen Mutations Present: Rotting Pussy
All Girl Zombie Death Metal Band Invades Comic-Con - July 18, 2012 - Hrx Records
The Finest and Funniest Performers on Long Island, Live at the Plaza Cinema, Wednesday July 25, 7-9pm
The Plaza Cinema & Media Arts Center will be hosting its first stand-up comedy show. - July 18, 2012 - Wilshire Comedy Group
Room 2 Productions and Random Music Release, "VS. Tour - The Mixtape"
In January 2012, Capcom-Licensed rapper and teacher Random, aka Mega Ran, with the help of Florida's own Willie Evans, Jr and managers Ms. L. Jay & Philly, aka Philly2As, (both formally of Boss Lady Management) announced “The VS. (Versus) Tour;” the first interactive tour combining musical performances with video gaming tournaments. Random’s manager and Hip-Hop enthusiast; Philly, with the help of his partners-in-crime (DJ Pot and DJ Destrucshawn), released “VS. Tour-The Mixtape.” - July 18, 2012 - Random Beats
Random aka Mega Ran and Random Music Announces the "Summer Sessions Tour"
Random (a): Unpredictable, Following no particular pattern, deterministic...a system whose evolution cannot be predicted exactly. Random aka Mega Ran, The Writer’s Guild, Philly, Room 2 Productions personifies what Hip-Hop should be: Spontaneous, fun, and true. Every album conveys a different theme, a different vibe and a different emotion. Welcome to The Random Experience, where You Are the Music. - July 18, 2012 - Random Beats
Hickory Music Factory Presents Live Music @ Hampton Heights - August 2
A Live Rock & Country Music Show will be presented by Hickory Music Factory at Hampton Heights Golf Course in Hickory starting at 7:00 PM on Thursday August 2. Admission is Free. The show features dynamic local acts Acme Delco and Kendra Hope. This is an All Ages show. - July 17, 2012 - Hickory Music Factory
Introducing Lady Rerun Entertainment Founded by Lady Rerun
Lady Rerun Entertainment and Thickemz ENT LLC have partnered together to create the Entertainment Resource Directory. This directory will be available free to Entertainers looking for resources to further their careers. - July 16, 2012 - Lady Rerun Entertainment
New Website Launched to Help Songwriters Write Better Songs
The Learn How to Write Songs web site was created to help songwriters learn how to write better song by providing useful resources to teach songwriter's the skills further their songwriter's career. - July 16, 2012 - LH2WS
Jared Blake to Perform Concert at Boathouse Waterway and Grill
NBC’s The Voice star and country music artist Jared Blake is scheduled to perform at Boathouse Waterway and Grill in Myrtle Beach on July 20, 2012. - July 15, 2012 - Jared Blake Music
Beyond Atlantic Debuts with "A Journey to You"
Melodic rock band, Beyond Atlantic today announced that they have released their first album "A Journey to You." - July 15, 2012 - WPS Music
Jingle Bells: It’s Christmas in July at Kenneth Hahn Park
Cooking with Gabby joins California State Assembly Member Holly Mitchell for "Christmas in July!" Saturday, July 14th, 2012. - July 14, 2012 - Cooking With Gabby
Nashville’s Artist to the Stars, Corey Frizzell, Receives Award Nomination Nod from the Artists Music Guild 2012 Heritage Awards
Nashville’s Artist to the Stars, Corey Frizzell, received a top ten award nomination from the prestigious Artists Music Guild in the Freelance Visual Artist category. The award winners will be announced during the Artist Music Guild’s 2012 AMG Heritage Awards ceremony November 10th at... - July 13, 2012 - Visual Artist Corey Frizzell
Dguap Releases Album "All In" Through Island Def-Jam Digital Distribution
Hip Hop music artist releases first commercial single through Major label distribution system and encourages others to do so as well. - July 12, 2012 - Calhoun Block Music
Moderno Trio's Psychedelic Rock Opera "He Loved the Soft Porn of the City" Salutes the Life & Death of Eccentric Genius "Skovgaard" at Capital Fringe Music Festival 2012
Moderno Trio salutes foremost Danish Composer, Skovgaard, in the Fringe Festival classical punk rock opera, "He Loved The Soft Porn Of The City" in Washington, DC July, 2012 and New York City August, 2012. - July 11, 2012 - Moderno Trio
Children & Adults Can Train in a Choir in Hawaii Affiliated with the Royal College of Church Music
Auditions for the Hawai'i Sacred Choir, the only choir in Hawai'i affiliated with the prestigious Royal School of Church Music, are being held this summer. Training in the RSCM tradition, instruction includes curricula and a reward system with medals and ribbons. Every section has trained leader. - July 10, 2012 - Hawaii Sacred Choir
DHM Productions is Bringing "Don't Hug Me, I'm Pregnant" to the Paramount Theatre for Its St. Cloud, MN Premiere
Never before seen in St. Cloud, the musical comedy, Don't Hug Me, I'm Pregnant will play August 9, 10 & 11 at the Paramount Theatre and Visual Arts Center. The production will feature the original Minnesota cast from the Don’t Hug Me series of musicals, including Doug Anderson from St. Cloud State. - July 09, 2012 - DHM Productions, Inc.
Provocative Ukrainian Dance Artist Signs with Swedish House Label
Los Angeles-based, Ukrainian Stereolizza lead by provocative, ex Playboy Magazine cover girl Lizza release their new EP on Swedish House label Clubstream Pink. Free mobile app giveaway and mp3 download offered by the record label! - July 08, 2012 - Substream Music Group
Bang Tango Want Fans to be Part of Upcoming Documentary
Bang Tango, along with videographer Drew Fortier, are working on a documentary of the band for release later this year and want fans to get invloved. - July 07, 2012 - Bang Tango Management
Bang Tango Documentary Tentatively Slated for Late 2012 Release
Veteran Hard Rockers, and Nationally Touring Act, Bang Tango, along with videographer Drew Fortier, are working on a documentary of the band for release later this year. The documentary will contain interviews with current and original Bang Tango members as well as most of the in-betweeners who... - July 07, 2012 - Bang Tango Management
Carolina Ballet Performs at Appalachian Summer Festival July 13
Company Will Perform Three Pas De Deux, Original Ballet at Annual Festival. - July 07, 2012 - Carolina Ballet
Nylon Fusion Collective Presents a Premiere of Ten (10) Plays Including French Waitress and Poland by John Patrick Shanley for "This Round’s on Us"
Third "This Round's On Us" this year. Hosted by Nick Walkonis, a member of Nylon Fusion Collective. Featuring two (2) new plays by Academy Award, Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winning playwright John Patrick Shanley (Doubt) and six (6) playwrights including members of the Writers Collective Matt Cowley, Jack Karp, Penny Jackson, Lisa Reinke, Cassie M. Seinuk, Alisha Silver, and Joseph Samuel Wright. - July 04, 2012 - Nylon Fusion Theatre Company
Professional Guitarist Reveals Secrets to Effective Guitar Teaching
Tom Hess releases a guitar teaching eCourse that shows guitar teachers how to become highly effective at teaching guitar to their students. - July 04, 2012 - Tom Hess Music Corporation
Singers: Enter Now to Win a $5,000.00 Recording Package
HRX Records holds Vocal Contest Singer with Highest Range will receive a free recording package worth over $5,000.00. - July 03, 2012 - Hrx Records
Recording Artist Alicastro to Represent Colombia in Russia
Alicastro will represent his native Colombia in the acclaimed “White Nights Music Festival” in St. Petersburg, Russia on July 6th, 7th and 8th, in a time of year where the sun never sleeps and dusk never sets in. - June 23, 2012 - Naked Monkey Entertainment
Minnesota Sinfonia to Perform Annual Youth Outreach Concert
This year’s concert will feature Sarah Grimes, Senior Division Winner of the 2012 Young Artist Competition and the Claire Givens Violins Cash Prize, performing Dvorak’s “Concerto in a minor,” plus 25 local student musicians performing a joint concert with the musicians of... - June 23, 2012 - Friends of the Minnesota Sinfonia