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Philly Rockers SPiN Offer a Chance to Show Hinder Your "Lips of an Angel"
Upload the sexiest photo of your lips to win free concert tickets and meet multi-platinum Universal Recording artist Hinder. Their smash hit, "Lips of an Angel" sat atop the Billboard charts in the U.S. as well as around the world and became one of the top songs and ringtones of 2006. - November 02, 2008 - SPiN
Michael Antonio Invites Chic Footwear Fans to Exclusive Event at Shiekh
Giveaways and Entertainment by Michael Antonio Muse and Mprint Music artist, Jimmie Reign. - November 02, 2008 - MPRINT MUSIC
Same Planet Different World Goes the Distance Forward
SPDW Dance Theatre's Distance Forward features world premieres by Ashleigh Leite and Molly Shanahan, the SPDW Dance premiere of "To Have and To Hold" by Shapiro and Smith and a new duet by Joanna Rosenthal. Themes of isolation, longing, love and loss – fragmented individuals bound to one another, unrelenting motion that inevitably brings us together and tears us apart. Gorgeous, moody, and evocative of the tenor of the country and the world right now. At Ruth Page Center for the Arts 11/14-16. - November 01, 2008 - Same Planet Different World Dance Theatre
Bump if You Love Me Singer/Songwriter Nathan Veshecco’s Ode to the Obamas
With the most important Presidential election in history taking place next week, Nathan Veshecco has written a song for Barack and Michelle Obama called Bump If You Love Me. The two-minute song plays off the affectionate fist bump the Democratic Presidential nominee and his wife give to one another... - November 01, 2008 - Nathan Veshecco
Texas Radio CD Released by Los High Tops, Acclaimed Surfabilly Band
Acclaimed Surfabilly band, Los High Tops, released “Texas Radio,” their first full-length CD, published by Nervous Music America. “Texas Radio” features an engaging mix of originals that draw from the diversity of Americana Roots music. Hicks With Sticks, California’s... - October 31, 2008 - Los High Tops
Bail Me Out
Hard financial times have always led to great music. Muddy Waters. Johnny Cash. James Brown. All of them sang about the struggle to put food on the table. So it's no surprise that musicians today are responding to the credit crunch, and the federal government's attempt to solve it, in song. Jim Becker, a 47-year-old Whittier songwriter who says he moved to Los Angeles in 1984 with $800 in his pocket hoping to make it big, echoes what a lot of Americans are feeling right now. - October 31, 2008 - Foggy Idea Music
Last Minute Halloween Music Ideas for a Scary Party from the Music Information Website Viola in Music
A list of scary music for Halloween night. - October 30, 2008 - Viola in Music
Three Things You Can do to Get Out and Stay Out of Debt for Good According to Psalm Tree Records Owner Jim Anderson
In these challenging economic times, most people are finding themselves too deep in debt, and don't know how that happened. Reverend Jim Anderson, author of the audio book "How To Live Debt Free", and owner of Psalm Tree Records understands that problem all too well. In his audio book, which is being released by Psalm Tree Records in an unusual move for a record company, describes three simple steps for getting out of debt and staying out. - October 30, 2008 - Psalm Tree Records
The Red Chair Children's Production Co. Presents "The Nutcracker" Thursday, December 4 at the Alex Theatre in Glendale
"The Nutcracker" by The Red Chair Children's Production Co., Thursday, December 4, 7:30 PM, One Night Only. Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd, Glendale, CA. Children and teens perform in principal and supporting roles in this enchanting production of "The Nutcracker" at the historic Alex Theatre. Tickets $14 to $24. Pre-show "Land of Sweets" character meet-and-greet, holiday refreshments and premium show seats, $55. - October 30, 2008 - Red Chair Children's Production Co.
Military Appreciation Bike and Car Show by Operation Dance
Sunday, November 2, 2008 at 11:00 AM (Car/Bike Registration 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM) McGuire's Pit Stop, 4117 Jefferson Hwy, Jefferson, LA 70121 Operation Dance is hosting the Inaugural Operation Dance Benefit Bike & Car Show. Operation Dance is a professional dance team, interested in the... - October 30, 2008 - Operation Dance
Grandmas Rock
Sofia, 87, and Gladys, 93, two great women with strong aspiration for peace and clean environment, have inspired their grand-children to produce an electronica music album - Ancestors' Sins. “Not only did Sofia and Gladys inspire our album thematically, but they made a strong influence on... - October 29, 2008 - Sofia Gladys Projects
The Party Animals Live at Universal Studios CityWalk Halloween Spooktacular
The Party Animals Live will be making a special appearance this Halloween at Universal Studios CityWalk in Hollywood, CA. - October 28, 2008 - The Party Animals, LLC
Stuart Davis Launches New Boulder-Based Television Series; Sex, God, & Rock ‘n Roll
The show -dedicated to spirituality and entertainment- will be filmed this fall in Boulder, Colorado. Sex, God, Rock 'n Roll's format is an hour of comedy, news, and in-depth interviews with spiritual teachers and unconventional icons. In addition to Davis' spoken word comedy, cultural commentary,... - October 28, 2008 - Sex, God, Rock n' Roll
Censored Announces New Single, "Things We Hate"
The five-pieced melodic hard rock band, Censored, announces their release of the single "Things We Hate," which is to be the first single released from their much anticipated new demo. - October 28, 2008 - Censored
It's a Sin to be Boring
Danny Ray releases Captivators a new resource for "Must-See performers with a Life-Changing Message." - October 24, 2008 - Captivators
World's First Comedy Gardening Show Premiers and is Immediately Featured on Youtube & Blip.TV
MI Productions in conjunction with the Independent Comedy Network has released the world's first comic take on the Gardening Show with their new series "We Grow Together." The show was immediately featured on Youtube's Comedy page and on the front page of Blip.tv. - October 22, 2008 - MI Productions
Kids On Broadway Features Two Tevyes in "Fiddler"
It is rare to have a theatrical cast that features a gifted male lead. Kids on Broadway can boast of having two actors from very different ethnic backgrounds, one a Russian Jew and the other an African American Gentile. Both of them will be sharing the coveted role of Tevye in the fall production of "Fiddler on the Roof." - October 22, 2008 - Kids On Broadway
Apogee to Establish Performing Arts Programs and Events Across South Asia
The Apogee Foundation, a philanthropic corporation dedicated to the development of human excellence in the performance arts, will introduce its programs across South Asia to identify, support, develop and promote the region's elite talents. - October 16, 2008 - The Apogee Foundation
Orange County Band Tino Productions Voted Best in the West
Tino Productions named most versatile and best sounding band on the West Coast. - October 16, 2008 - Tino Productions
Apogee Rolls Out Performing Arts Programs Across East Asia
The Apogee Foundation, a philanthropic corporation dedicated to the development of human excellence in the performance arts, announced today that it has added staff and begun implementing its full range of programs to identify, support, develop and promote elite performing arts talent across East Asia. - October 15, 2008 - The Apogee Foundation
Apogee Begins Its Second Decade of Operations with the Successful Consolidation and Expansion of Its Programs Around the World
The Apogee Foundation culminated a decade of successes in 2007 by forming strategic collaborations with leading institutions and attracting dozens of elite professionals to assist in fulfilling its mission around the world, resulting in the globalization of its programs and operations. - October 14, 2008 - The Apogee Foundation
Apogee Launches Programs Celebrating Sacred Musical Expression Around the World
The Apogee Foundation, an international nonprofit dedicated to developing human excellence in the performing arts, is introducing programs fostering the sharing of sacred musical traditions around the world. - October 13, 2008 - The Apogee Foundation
The Jubilee Symphony Orchestra is Delighted to Announce the Appointment of Stephen P Brown to the Orchestra’s Recently Created Position of Artistic Director
Known for thrilling performances and a wide variety of musical styles, Mr. Brown will conduct the orchestra for most of its performances in New York City. Reviving, establishing and growing musical disciplines have provided Stephen P Brown with unique qualifications that are beginning to be... - October 12, 2008 - Jubilee Missions
The Frida Kahlo Theater Presents the Los Angeles Premiere of the *Award-Winning Bilingual One-Woman Show “Chela”
In honor of the “International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women,” Grupo Teatro SINERGIA and Teatro Frida Kahlo Theater presents emerging playwright and actor Dulce Maria Solis’ award-winning play, “Chela,” on November 20, 21, 22, and 23, 2008 at 2332 W. Forth Street, Los Angeles, CA 90057. Tickets are $20.00. Discounts are available to seniors, students, ESL students, and SAG and AFTRA actors. For tickets call 213-382-8133 or 323-206-2114. - October 11, 2008 - Dulce Maria Solis
Apogee Launches Performing Arts Programs Across India
The Apogee Foundation, an international nonprofit dedicated to the development of human excellence in the performance arts, has begun implementing programs throughout India to identify, support, develop and promote the region's enduring traditions and elite talents. - October 09, 2008 - The Apogee Foundation
Fox Van Cleef and Mean Molly’s Trio at Village Green, October 29th
Wednesday, October 29th, The Local Landing Presents: Fox Van Cleef and Mean Molly’s Trio Live at Village Green in Clearfield. Village Green is Clearfield’s newest all-ages music and entertainment venue with live acts many nights of the week ranging from band concerts to live theater to... - October 09, 2008 - The Local Landing
Apogee Globalizes Its Programs for the Development of Artistic Excellence
The Apogee Foundation has begun its second decade of operations by globalizing its operations and consolidating its position as a world leader in identifying, developing and promoting the world's most gifted emerging artists. - October 08, 2008 - The Apogee Foundation
Apogee Celebrates American Artistic Excellence with a Month of Events, Concerts and Awards in New Orleans
The Apogee Foundation has launched its international programs to discover, develop and celebrate artistic excellence in America with a month of educational events, awards and concerts in New Orleans. - October 07, 2008 - The Apogee Foundation
The Local Landing Presents: Drop Dead Julio and Calibra at the Wildcat Theater October 16th
Drop Dead Julio w/Calibra and special guests Nicholas Garn and Andy Livingston at The Wildcat Theater. Tickets are $7 reg./$5 w/student ID or coupon from TheLocalLanding.net. - October 07, 2008 - The Local Landing
BBC Commissions Ciaran Farrell to Write Guitar Concerto for Craig Ogden and the Ulster Orchestra
'A bright young talent' were the words used in the Journal of Music Ireland to describe composer Ciarán Farrell who is about to embark on the composition of a new guitar concerto for internationally renowned guitarist Craig Ogden and the Ulster Orchestra. - October 06, 2008 - Ciaran Farrell
September - Big Month for "The Fight Professor"
Stephen Quadros, "The Fight Professor" flexes his mixed martial arts knowledge as a broadcaster on Showtime's "ShoXC," his drumming chops with band "7th Sun" and his acting skills on "Dexter (also on Showtime). - October 03, 2008 - Stephen Quadros
Apogee Launches Programs in China and Provides Awards to Four of the Nation's Most Outstanding Musicians
The Apogee Foundation, a philanthropic corporation dedicated to the development of human excellence in the performance arts, announced today that it is now implementing programs in China to identify, support, develop and promote elite performing arts talent. The Foundation kicked off its operations in the nation's capital by providing awards to the most gifted students and faculty of the Central Conservatory Music School. - October 03, 2008 - The Apogee Foundation
Major Producer to Record San Diego’s Given Life
Local musicians Given Life have enlisted the help of producer Fred Archambault (Avenged Sevenfold, Deftones, The Confession) for several fast-approaching recording sessions. The San Diego based quartet is slated to begin with Archambault in mid-October. The band has a hard-hitting, progressive... - October 02, 2008 - Given Life
The “Grass is Greener” for Dave Audé
Chart-topping Producer / Remixer / DJ releases new single. Features vocals from Shiny Toy Guns new lead singer, Sisely Treasure. - October 02, 2008 - Audacious Records
Extended; Charlie Lustman's Made Me Nuclear, the Operetta
“Made Me Nuclear,” Charlie Lustman’s pop music operetta that celebrates life after surviving cancer, has been extended through November 15, 2008 at Santa Monica Playhouse. Lustman “shares this simple yet profound message in a cycle of folky, bluesy songs, which he performs with equal amounts of vulnerability and impishness. Simply irresistible,” says the L.A. Times, “Critics’ Choice.” - October 02, 2008 - Santa Monica Group Theatre/Santa Monica Playhouse
Free Howard University Homecoming Gospel Concert PreShow
Stellar Award nominee Cynthia Jones, inspirational rappers Riff-Raff and El Prezidino, and R&B gospel artist VaNatta Ford will perform in the 2008 Howard University Gospel Concert PreShow. - September 29, 2008 - B. Anthony Love and Associates, LLC
The Freshest Music Comes to Brooklyn Fashion Week{end} with Special Guests- Tha Heights
The breakthrough Latin Pop&B group is set to perform at BKFW’s press preview and fashion show. The 3-day fashion extavaganza with special musical guests runs from Friday October 3rd to Sunday October 5th. - September 27, 2008 - Tha Heights
Center Stage Theatre Company’s Chocolate Soup Playing at New York Musical Theatre Festival Wins 2008 Moss Hart Award
Center Stage Theatre Company is pleased to announce it had been awarded the Community Theatre Division of the prestigious Moss Hart Award from the New England Theatre Conference for its production of Chocolate Soup, which is being presented as part of the New York Musical Theatre Festival on... - September 22, 2008 - Center Stage Theatre Company
First Ever Music Album to be Produced Using Musicians from All Over the Planet Playing Together via the Internet Gains World Wide Release
The album "The Message Stick" by Tribe World Ensemble is a world first and incorporates the talents of 25 talented musicians and songwriters from across the globe. - September 18, 2008 - Tribe World Ensemble
Tomorrows Bad Seeds Set to Open for UB40
Tomorrows Bad Seeds reggae influence is immediately recognizable, punctuated by inspired hints of rock, punk, soul and hip-hop. It’s a fusion that is energetic, vibrant, and irresistible, a combination that is only heightened by experiencing it live. Tomorrows Bad Seeds is interrupting their Back To School Tour to return to their home state of California for a special appearance at the Canyon Club in Agoua Hills. They will be opening for the legendary band, UB40. - September 17, 2008 - Tomorrows Bad Seeds
Perez Hilton Praise Velvet Code
Velvet Code is on their way to stardom after celebrity blogger, Perez Hilton, features "Say You Love Me." - September 17, 2008 - Velvet Code
Sonny and the Moonlighters Play the Moshofsky Center During University of Oregon Ducks vs. Boise Game
Sonny and The Moonlighters party with the Ducks. Sat. Sept. 20th, 10:30am one of Eugene's favorite local acts, Sonny and The Moonlighters, will perform at the University of Oregon's Moshofsky Center for the home football game. The music begins as the official indoor tailgate party doors open two... - September 14, 2008 - Sonny and the Moonlighters
Dune Dogs to Perform at Berkeley Café
Local Country-Fried Swamp ‘n’ Roll Band to Play on September 26. - September 14, 2008 - The Dune Dogs
Taj Mahal’s First Domestic Release in 5 Years, Includes Guest Appearances by: Ben Harper, Jack Johnson, Ziggy Marley, Angelique Kidjo, Los Lobos & More
Composer and multi-instrumentalist Taj Mahal, a two-time GRAMMY® winner and one of the most influential American blues and roots artist of the past half-century; releases new CD, "Maestro" September 30th. Pre-order now. - September 13, 2008 - Taj Mahal
2 Republic Music Group Exclusively Releases Pakistani and Indian Hit Film "Khuda Key Liye" on Online Catalogs
Pakistani box office film, Khuda Key Liye, will be appearing at online music stores through 2 Republic Music Group. - September 11, 2008 - Huqa Entertainment Corporation
Out Now Dark Angel's Brand New CD "Tears"
A refreshing and inspirational instrumental CD; let your mind and body relax. - September 10, 2008 - Dark Angel
Original "Go Girl" Jimmie Reign Featured in People Style Watch Magazine; Preps "Different Person" Single Release
Singer/Songwriter Jimmie Reign has been featured in People Style Watch Magazine’s September issue, which can be found on newsstands across the nation. Her new single "Different Person" will be released this month as well. - September 06, 2008 - MPRINT MUSIC
Dr Brian Lang Announced as the New RSNO Chair
Dr Lang one of four new directors joining Royal Scottish National Orchestra Board. - September 04, 2008 - Royal Scottish National Orchestra
Stuart Davis Performs at the United Center September 20, 2008 - Chicago, Illinois
Chicago Blackhawks Invite Stuart Davis and Band to Perform at their Inaugural Chicago Blackhawks Training Camp Festival, Chicago, Illinois. For one day only fans can watch Stuart Davis and his band perform live on stage at the United Center on September 20, 2008 at 9:45am – 11:15am at the... - September 02, 2008 - Sex, God, Rock n' Roll
Stereo Deluxe Fall Tour Dates & New Album
Indianapolis rock/pop outfit take their show on the road in support of new album. - August 30, 2008 - Stereo Deluxe