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Nashville Singer/Songwriter Bobby Pizazz Performs in Concert at French Quarter Cafe
Nashville singer/songwriter Bobby Pizazz performs in concert at French Quarter Cafe, Saturday evening, February 2, 2008 celebrating the kick-off of Mardi Gras 2008. Pizzaz and his four-piece band, Rhythm Train, “featuring: John Heinrich, Eddie Watson John Terrance and Hugh Waddell”... - January 27, 2008 - Bobby Pizazz
Podium Master Joins the Parnassus Institute
Podium Master, the leading authority in presentational and public speaking training and speech coaching, has joined forces with the Parnassus Institute, an educational organization long dedicated to the transcendence of the Presentational and Leadership Arts. "This will provide us with access... - January 27, 2008 - Parnassus Institute
Santa Monica Playhouse Family Theatre Musical Matinee Series Presents Mary-Mary, Quite Contrary; Popular Production for Kids 2 to 102 Extended
You’re never too old to believe. A host of colorful storybook characters, unceremoniously plunked into 2008, confronts the miracles and mysteries of modern living as they try to convince a quirky Mary-Mary - so named by a mother who loved Mother Goose rhymes - that you’re never too old to believe in fairytales. - January 25, 2008 - Santa Monica Group Theatre/Santa Monica Playhouse
Smith Street Records Announcement: The Jones Street Boys Appearing at Sundance Film Festival
After touring the Midwest in December, The Jones Street Boys are pleased to announce two appearances at the Sundance Film Festival. - January 19, 2008 - The Jones Street Boys
Eyran Records Releases Exclusive Digital - Only Single, Somthin’ N’You
Master pianist Eyran Katsenelenbogen and body percussionist Jimmy Elcock to pre-release the title-track single from their new album on Eyran Records. - January 12, 2008 - Eyran Records
Finalists Announced in String Competition
New England String Ensemble Announces Finalists in 12th Annual String Competition. - January 10, 2008 - New England String Ensemble
Rapper GAHD Promotes Himself as the Entity “GAHD Inc.” and Offers Shares in His Privately Held Company
Rapper GAHD offers the public a chance to invest in his work by incorporating himself and allowing fans to share in his success. - January 09, 2008 - GAHD Inc.
Fire Apes Set to Perform at POPAsheville Music Festival
The Fire Apes, an award winning Indie Rock/Powerpop band from Charleston, SC, will be performing as part of the POPAsheville Festival on January 20th, at 9:00 pm at Stella Blue in Asheville, North Carolina. - January 09, 2008 - The Fire Apes
Triahn Entertainment Announces The Generations of Comedy Tour Event
Comedy show featuring comedians of different perspectives and generations to be held at The Orchards in Chambersburg, PA on January 25, 2008. - January 09, 2008 - Triahn Entertainment
Launch of A Ballesteros Production Website
A Ballesteros Production is pleased to announce the launch of its newly developed website (www.aballesterosproduction.com). A Ballesteros Production is Washington, DC’s newest Christian-based dramatic stage entertainment company. The production company is set to debut Lavern Ballesteros'... - January 08, 2008 - Ballesteros Productions
Apes Close 2007 as AirSpun's "Best Rock" AirGods
AirSpun, Inc. today announced The Fire Apes AirSpun’s "Best of 2007" Music AirGods poll in the Rock genre category. - January 07, 2008 - The Fire Apes
Mimi Stillman to Perform with The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle
Internationally-acclaimed flutist Mimi Stillman will perform with The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle at their January 20 concert. This will mark the third collaboration between Stillman and the orchestra. - January 06, 2008 - The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle
Kalliope Stage is Alive and Well and Staying in Cleveland
Paul Gurgol, artistic director of Kalliope Stage, a non-profit producer and developer of American musical theater based in Cleveland Heights, OH, announced today that the theater has met its fund-raising goal of $50,000, the minimum funding required to continue its planned 2007-2008 season. Like... - January 05, 2008 - Kalliope Stage
Mozart Makes This Band More Than a Band
Music students at the Crane School of Music apply their Classical music studies to a unique setting: a Ska-Punk band. - January 05, 2008 - Behind Bad Luck!
Chicago Dance Band Celebrates 50th Anniversary in Classic Style
Teddy Lee Orchestra one of America's last great dance bands celebrates its 50th year of performing the music of an era and releasing a CD: "An American Dance Band" Teddy Lee Orchestra. - December 31, 2007 - Teddy Lee Orchestra
The Dead Pyates Society to Auction Title of Their Debut Album on Ebay
The Dead Pyrates Society are putting the naming rights to their debut album for sale on eBay. As veterans of the music world for nearly forty years, the Dead Pyrates have decided that it is time to release an independent record to celebrate their heritage as musicians. - December 30, 2007 - Dead Pyrates Society
Indie Band Releases Entire Album as a Free Enhanced Podcast
Minneapolis, Minnesota based Radio Orphans are releasing their new album entitled "Unclaimed Freight" in its entirety, as part of their free weekly podcast. - December 30, 2007 - Radio Orphans
Premier Studio of Dance Offers Discounts on Webkinz Plush Toys
Beginning in January 2008, the Premier Studio of Dance will begin offering Webkinz as part of their retail merchandise through the Premier Studio of Dance’s online store. In addition to their long line of dancewear, dance shoes and Mia Bella Gourmet candles, the Premier Studio of Dance will also offer its customers with discounted prices on Webkinz. - December 28, 2007 - Premier Studio of Dance
Sarasota Youth Opera to Hold Placement Classes
Placement classes for singers who plan to join Sarasota Youth Opera will be held Thursday and Friday, January 10 and January 11. The program is open to all students age 8 (or who entered third grade in 2007) through high school. These classes are necessary and students who are interested in... - December 23, 2007 - Sarasota Opera
Fire Apes Grab Spotlight on IndieSolo
The Fire Apes, an Indie Rock/Powerpop band from Charleston, SC, will be the featured artist on IndieSolo.com on Friday, December 21, 2007. - December 22, 2007 - The Fire Apes
Electronic-Music Duo Offers Its Live Act on eBay
The “Makers of Sense” will perform anywhere in the U.S.A. at the highest bidder’s 2008 New Year's Eve event or celebration. Bids start at only one thousand dollars... plus shipping and handling. - December 19, 2007 - labo_labs
Guitarist Randy Ellefson Releases New Single
Randy Ellefson has released a new hard rock song “The Key” as a free download in support of his second album, Some Things Are Better Left Unsaid. - December 18, 2007 - Randy Ellefson
Instrumental Guitarist Randy Ellefson Releases Video
Randy Ellefson has released a new video for the song “Better Things To Do” in support of his second album, Some Things Are Better Left Unsaid. - December 17, 2007 - Randy Ellefson
The Quest for a Christmas Number 7
The Black Mountains have set their sights on a heady target of the chart number seven spot this Christmas armed only with a couple of quid, a smattering of musical ability and a belief in a free-thinking public. - December 14, 2007 - The Black Mountains
Celebrated New Music CD Promotes Relaxation on 13 Native American Wood & Clay Flutes
A serene and melodic CD, “Following the Call” aids listeners in accessing intuition and personal discovery while meditating or relaxing. A former student of R. Carlos Nakai, Ann Licater delivers original music on a myriad of flutes in this debut CD co-produced by Grammy® Nominee Gentle Thunder. - December 13, 2007 - The B Company
Boston Pops Holiday Concert Auction to Benefit New England String Ensemble
NESE Music Director Federico Cortese Conducts Boston Pops Holiday Concerts. - December 13, 2007 - New England String Ensemble
The City of Brotherly Love Welcomes the Image City
Discreet Charm Productions, Philadelphia and Rochester-based independent film company comes to Philadelphia for a night of films, music, and art. - December 13, 2007 - Discreet Charm Productions
The ‘Shooz are Back
10-Piece Nu Shooz Orchestra Unveils New Material in Two Performances at the Legendary Jimmy Mak’s Jazz Club - December 11, 2007 - Nu Shooz Orchestra
The Jones Street Boys Named New York City's "Artist of the Month" by the Deli Magazine
Brooklyn, NY-based band The Jones Street Boys have been described as "bluegrass, blues and good old fashioned rock and roll." After releasing their debut album "Overcome" in October 2007, the band has been named New York City's "Artist of the Month" by The Deli Magazine, and has recently announced a December 2007 tour. - December 09, 2007 - The Jones Street Boys
LaughTour 2008 to Make History at the Historic Five Flags Theater in Dubuque
Hey Dubuque; Get ready for an evening of spectacular entertainment at the Five Flags Theater. The Magnificent Mark "The Knife" Faje, will be headlining this "one night only". He has been featured on The Late Show with David Letterman (three times), NBC's America's Got Talent, Comedy Central and the Discovery Channel did a half hour special on his unique skills. He will be joined by top Midwest-touring stand-up comedians. - December 06, 2007 - Lullo Entertainment
Controversial Rapper Spitzer Leashes Out at President Bush
Midwest Rapper Spitzer leashes out at President Bush in American Dream - December 05, 2007 - Spitzer Entertainment
Jazz My Soul is Picked as a Top 25 Release of 2007
The editors at Indie-music.com have selected "Jazz My Soul" (Rhythm Dynamics Inc.) from thousands of CDs as one of the top 25 independent releases of 2007. - December 05, 2007 - Rhythm Dynamics, Inc.
Sarasota Youth Opera to Hold Open House
Members of the Sarasota community will have the opportunity to get a sneak peek at the workings of the Sarasota Youth Opera. - December 01, 2007 - Sarasota Opera
Gulf Coast Community Foundation of Venice Awards $100,000 for Renovation of Sarasota Opera House
Sarasota Opera has been awarded a $100,000 grant from the Gulf Coast Community Foundation of Venice. - November 28, 2007 - Sarasota Opera
Apes Gain Worldwide Exposure
The Fire Apes' latest release, "Hey Kate!" has been selected for international syndicated radio airplay on "The Kickradio Show" - with listeners in more than 140 countries worldwide. - November 27, 2007 - The Fire Apes
Mind, Body and Soul. Music Has Taken Control
From the stage to the studio, recent Scribble Jam Beatbox Champion Poizunus decides to spice up his approach to making beats. - November 22, 2007 - Poizunus
Sarasota Youth Opera to Perform in Two December Concerts
Sarasota Youth Opera has scheduled two performances open to the public in December. - November 22, 2007 - Sarasota Opera
New England String Ensemble Announces Flute Competition Winners
First Place winner Katherine Griffith of Weston performs in December “Sacred & Profane” concerts - November 22, 2007 - New England String Ensemble
Sarasota Opera Commissions Ned Rorem to Write Work for Sarasota Youth Opera
Pulitzer Prize winning composer Ned Rorem and librettist and poet J.D. McClatchy have been commissioned by Sarasota Opera to write a full-length opera for the Sarasota Youth Opera program. The work will premiere in May 2009 at the Sarasota Opera House. - November 21, 2007 - Sarasota Opera
The Great Sam Cooke Returns in a Triumphant New Musical to Tour America
Coming summer of 2008 Urban Musical Tours, LLC (“UMT”) kicks off its inaugural season with a brand new musical, Sam Cooke: Forever Mr. Soul, featuring multi-platinum recording artist, Johnny Gill, the phenomenal actor of stage, TV, and film, Malik Yoba, and soul-stirring Gospel/R&B vocalist, Tony Terry, attached to star. - November 19, 2007 - Urban Musical Tours, LLC
Indie Bands Riding a Viral Video Tidal Wave to Virtual Fame
Indie band The Knockarounds, YouTube's most subscribed music channel this week, are one of the many new DIY bands who are taking advantage of the viral video phenomena to use micro-budget videos to gain cyber-lebrity status. - November 08, 2007 - TheKnockarounds
Finalists Announced in 07-08 New England String Ensemble Flute Competition
New England String Ensemble Announces Finalists in the 5th Annual Flute Competition judged by legendary flutists Doriot Anthony Dwyer and Fenwick Smith. - November 08, 2007 - New England String Ensemble
The Red Chair Children’s Production Co. Presents “The Nutcracker” Ballet Tuesday, December 4 at the Alex Theatre in Glendale, CA
Red Chair Children's Production Co. presents "The Nutcracker" Tuesday, December 4, 2007 at 7:30 PM at the historic Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd. in Glendale, CA. The production will feature a cast of 105 young children to adults. Tickets are $12 - $20 and available by calling the Alex Theatre (818) 243-2539. Red Chair Children's Production Co. is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit providing dance and theatre experiences for children 5 to 18, and live performances to schools and communities. - November 08, 2007 - Red Chair Children's Production Co.
Experiencing Love Through Music
Announcing a benchmark in Donnie C's career as an Indie Neo-Soul Recording Artist. This event will capture Donnie C's vision to incorporate love within music of all genres, including his very own. Donnie C wishes to bring back the holistic & organic energy & presence to all cultures &... - November 07, 2007 - Donnie C/ Donnell Isaac
New Album, Mentalite Africaine, by Prince Eyango
Prince Eyango emerged from the African music scene in the late '80s to become one of the continent's most popular musicians. Born in a rural, mountainous region of Cameroon, far from the center of African pop music, Prince Eyango's talents were recognized at the age of seven when he began singing... - November 06, 2007 - Prince Eyango
The Fire Apes Prepare for Battle in Atlanta
The Fire Apes, an Indie Rock/Powerpop band based out of Charleston, SC, will be performing in the next round of the Bodog Battle of the Bands on Wednesday, November 7th, at Vinyl, Atlanta, GA. Qualifying for this year’s battle based on strength of performance and fan voting, The Fire Apes,... - November 03, 2007 - The Fire Apes
Fire Apes to Play International Pop Overthrow Festival
The Fire Apes, an Indie Rock/Powerpop band from Charleston, SC, will be performing at the International Pop Overthrow Festival on November 11th, at 3:30 pm at The Baggot Inn, New York, NY. The Fire Apes were one of 60 bands from around the world that were chosen to perform at this well established... - November 01, 2007 - The Fire Apes
Dolly Parton Surprises Packed Audience with Remote Appearance in Kingstree, South Carolina
Dolly Parton introduced Jacob Timmons to kick off the 1st Annual Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Benefit Concert which proved to be a huge success and raised thousands for the early childhood literacy program. - October 25, 2007 - Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Benefit Concert
New England String Ensemble Announces String Competition
NESE announces 12th annual youth String Competition. First Place winner receives scholarship and performs as featured artist in orchestra's “Winter Contrast” concerts in February. - October 24, 2007 - New England String Ensemble
Clown Laureate Directs Nobel Laureate's Work in Connecticut
Adam Gertsacov, Clown Laureate of Greenbelt, Maryland, will direct Nobel Laureate Dario Fo’s We Won’t Pay! We Won’t Pay! The show will perform at the Quick Center for the Arts on the campus of Fairfield University in Fairfield CT from October 31-November 4. The show will feature Fairfield University students. Gertsacov has been in residence at the University as a guest artist. The opening night performance will be followed by a talkback with director Gertsacov and translator Ron Jenkins - October 22, 2007 - Acme Clown Company