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Veeru from Literacy India Foundation Wins "Dancing Stars Ki Khoj" Hosted by Zenith Dance Institute
The dance competition hosted by Zenith Dance Institute on 6th December 2016 at Lok Kala Manch – "Dancing stars ki khoj" for NGO kids in Delhi was won by Veeru from Literacy India foundation. - December 15, 2016 - Zenith Dance Institute
World Music Commission Joins The White House Call to Action
World Music Commission President, Mykesha A. Robinson Attends White House Meeting with Global Partners to Present Education Solutions. - December 07, 2016 - World Music Commission
Infinity Stage Debuts, with Dee Long of Klaatu Fame, Dedicated to New Plays and Musicals
Infinity Stage, Sound & Film is pleased to announce the official launch of its new theatre and play publishing website at http://www.InfinityStage.com. Based in Washington, D.C., the website also serves as a one-stop-shopping center for producers and directors of live stage events and... - November 28, 2016 - Infinity Stage, Sound & Film
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Online Radio Station Launches a Dedicated Classical Percussion Music Program
Classic Pinellas Radio announces a new online radio program dedicated to classical percussion music called “Percussion Panorama.” - September 01, 2016 - Stephen P Brown
Free Blues for Peace Event 9/21/16 at White House
A free music event, Blues for Peace, will be held in Washington, D.C.'s Lafayette Park outside of The White House on September 21, 2016 to coincide with International Day of Peace. Music starts at 11AM and will end at 2PM. - August 30, 2016 - Windmill Music
Progressive Rock Band Desert Dragon Announces European Tour
Prog Rock Band Desert Dragon featuring ex-White Wizzard members Joseph Michael and Will Wallner to tour Europe. - August 29, 2016 - Desert Dragon
Listening Room YYC is Relaunching in September
After a brief summer hiatus, Calgary's Listening Room - house concert style events in intimate settings without distractions - is relaunching in September with two unique concepts - The Circle and The Classics. The Circle is a unique singer/songwriter circle concept featuring the original works of local artists, as well as interpretations of notable songwriters. The Classics will feature local vocalists interpreting the works of classic jazz artists, along with the house band. - August 29, 2016 - The Music Entrepreneur
Christian Music Trendsetter Carman Returns to the Stage Triumphant After Life-Threatening Cancer Battle
Bringing life and hope to families across the country in the high energy 2016 "CinemaSonic Experience" Tour - August 25, 2016 - Carman
Chart Topping Soul-Funk-Blues Band Become Top Nominees for 2016 Native American Music Awards
WI Blues Chart Toppers, The GroovaLottos are nominated for "Best Pop Recording" of 2016 by NAMA, and they need your vote. Public Voting Now Open. - August 22, 2016 - TheGroovaLottos
1st Annual Eastern Lights Music Festival 8pm on Friday, September 2nd, 2016 at Holy Grounds in El Sereno (Los Angeles), CA
Blade of Grass Headlines Lineup That will Perform Alongside Crafts Vendors and Arts Fair in Los Angeles. - August 22, 2016 - Blade of Grass
Songs of Freedom - Concert & Recital
Judy Hughes Music Foundation, Inc. hosts a fundraising concert featuring Rebecca Cook-Carter, Erik D'Esterre, Linda Gebelein, Kathryn Reed, Jennifer Phelps and Mikie Huffman, called "Songs of Freedom." Immediately following the concert, music scholars from studios throughout the Lake Norman area will perform a recital. Judy Hughes Music Foundation, Inc. Is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Contributions are tax-deductible. jhmfinc.com email: staff@jhmfinc.com - August 22, 2016 - Judy Hughes Music Foundation, Inc.
Summer in the City Gets a Little Hotter with Uptempo Pop Romp "L.A. Nights" from Indie Singer/Songwriter/Producer Ayhan Sahin
It has been celebrated by variety of artists. And now the city of Los Angeles has a brand new sonic love letter, thanks to Ayhan Sahin’s “L.A. Nights,” released by independent label Young Pals Music. - August 18, 2016 - Young Pals Music
Coast Music Debuts New Logo, Website and Focus on Rock and Popular Music Styles
Coast Music Rocks! That's the new message this prominent music school wants their community, students and teachers know - and to emphasize the new focus on teaching real world rock and other popular music styles. The new logo and website represents Coast Music and their faculty of working, professional musicians, all with a passion for teaching music. - August 16, 2016 - Coast Music
The Burbans to Take the Stage at Untermyer Park in Yonkers
The Untermyer Performing Arts Council announces August 27th Concert. - August 14, 2016 - The Burbans
4 Songs by New Age Artist Albedo Nominated for Utah Music Awards
Four songs by the New Age Music Artist Albedo have just been nominated for awards by the Utah Music Awards in two categories. The song "Mercury, the Winged Messenger" from the album "The Planets" was nominated for Best Instrumental Cover. The songs "Cassini,"... - August 13, 2016 - Albedo Music
Daddy Issues, an Alternative, Pop, Rock Band in Southern, California Launches New Album
"Handle It" to be Released September 10, 2016 - August 11, 2016 - Daddy Issues