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Unsigned Door-to-Door Musician Lands Single on Top-40 Radio and MTV USA

The Scotty James Story - An aspiring story about a young, desperate but ambitious unsigned musician that went door-to-door playing songs to raise money for his first album. Opportunity knocked when he arrived at the door of a music manager who gave him a recording, artist development, and management deal. Within one year, Scotty James went from obscurity to landing his first single on major radio in Canada, his music video on MTV in the United States, and opening for Sublime With Rome. - September 22, 2011 - JonPaul Music360

Joe Blessett - Chillin Out in Dark Places

Chillin out in Dark Places, the latest release from the multitalented, multi-instrumentalist Joe Blessett, shines the spotlight on the persistently evolving music of a genuinely enigmatic artist who has chosen to work solitarily in the shadow of relative anonymity in pursuit of his own uncompromising vision. - September 20, 2011 - Joe Blessett Music

Piano Offering Number Five - LP Release by Livio Guerra

"Piano Offering Number Five" is the latest release of Italian pianist and composer Livio Guerra from Rome. This LP will be most appreciated by piano lovers. Most pieces are solo piano even though some are enhanced by a melodic instrument, oboe flute or viola counterpointing the piano pad. "Piano Offering" is available on major streaming sites (iTunes, Napster, etc...) from September 15th 2011. - September 18, 2011 - Livio Guerra

Tina Guo, Perhaps the Most Diverse Cellist in America, Embarks on Cirque Du Soleil's Michael Jackson "The Immortal" World Tour, Beginning October 2011

Embarking on Cirque Du Soleil's Michael Jackson "The Immortal" World Tour, an international all-arena tour that begins October 2011, Tina Guo will be a featured player on the electric and acoustic cellos, as well as the Chinese instrument erhu. - September 16, 2011 - Tina Guo

World Record for Longest Freestyle Rap Broken by 21-Year-Old Artist Lane Weaver

The remarkable story of how the virtually unknown artist Lane Weaver, a 21-year-old from Fairfield Iowa, broke the World Record for the Longest Freestyle Rap by rapping for over ten and a half hours straight (over an hour longer than the previous record). - September 16, 2011 - Lane Weaver

Violinist Gary Levinson to Perform with the Minnesota Sinfonia

The Minnesota Sinfonia will begin its Winter Concert Series early this season so that acclaimed violist Gary Levinson can return to perform with the orchestra this October in both Minneapolis and St. Paul. Gary Levinson is a celebrated chamber musician and the Senior Principal Associate... - September 16, 2011 - Friends of the Minnesota Sinfonia

Red Hot Blues & Cold Craft Brews Festival Presented by the Las Vegas Blues Society

The Las Vegas Blues Society (a non profit charitable 501(c)(3)) charity organization will present the inaugural semi-annual "Red Hot Blues & Cold Craft Brews Festival" on Sunday Sept. 25, 2011 from 11am until 7pm, at Clark County Amphitheater at 500 S. Grand Pkwy. Las Vegas, NV. http://www.LasVegasBlues.org - September 15, 2011 - Las Vegas Blues Society

Minnesota Sinfonia Announces Free Winter Concert Series

This winter, the Minnesota Sinfonia will offer six weekends of free chamber orchestra music during its 2011-2012 Winter Concert Series in Minneapolis and St. Paul. All concerts are free to the public (first-come, first seated), and children are welcome to attend. - September 15, 2011 - Friends of the Minnesota Sinfonia

Debut CD "Tribulation" from Chameleon Guitarist Aims to Drop Pretension from Jazz

Atlanta-Based jazz guitarist Jacob Deaton will be launching his debut CD Release “Tribulation” during a two night concert stand at Chuchill Grounds Jazz Cafe. Deaton has played and recorded with numerous Atlanta bands spaning jazz, rock, singer/songwriter & soul including Indie... - September 13, 2011 - Sentinel Media

Joei and The Fulcos Began Their Asia Tour in China - They Began This Humanitarian Outreach in Zhangjiajie. Sharing Their Music with the World is a Dream Come True.

Joei and The Fulcos, a local Las Vegas Family Rock Band, boarded a plane September 7, 2011 to begin their 14 day journey. They will return to Las Vegas on September 21st. - September 12, 2011 - Joei and The Fulcos

Rai Renea Performs Live at Whateva Works

In celebration of her CD release, That Other Girl, and the 3 videos from that CD, spoken word entertainer Rai Renea performs at Whateva Works for her video and CD release party. - September 12, 2011 - Renea's World, Inc.

San Francisco's Infinity Musicals Releases Debut Album

To the amazement of a broad band of fans Infinity Musicals has released its debut cast album, Love Is Infinity. - September 12, 2011 - Infinity Musicals

More Than 33,000 People Watched the Colombian Soccer Game via Alicastro's iPhone

Colombian singer/songwriter Alicastro caused a frenzy among more than 33,000 people in his country and around the world with what he himself says was "an anomaly of life" when on September 6th he went to a Colombia vs. Jamaica soccer game held in Ft. Lauderdale, Fl and ended up doing a live streaming of the game via Ustream using only his iPhone. - September 11, 2011 - Naked Monkey Entertainment

Karina Bradley Launches Media Blitz on BET, Clear Channel, Radio One & XXL Magazine to Promote Her New Mix Tape "Madam President" Hosted by DJ Diamond Kuts & Papoose

Karina Bradley, Philadelphia's hottest up and coming pop star has recently launched a huge media campaign in the Philadelphia area. During the whole month of September, KB will be all over your television, radio, and magazine stands. If you haven't already, start following the Karina Bradley media... - September 10, 2011 - Karina Bradley Inc

Jefferson Jay - Man Tells His Story Through Hundreds of Videos on YouTube

On Thanksgiving, looking for a way to share his work, Jay began posting three videos to YouTube every day, thus began Operation 365. He posts one original song (that he wrote), a cover song that he performs (a song written by someone else), and a third video of a local musician performing - often filmed at one of Jays’ songwriter showcases over the years. He also has an Operation 365 blog to explain the significance of the videos to the online audience. The videos are available at youtube.com. - September 09, 2011 - jeffersonjay.com

Golden World Music Presents the Haunting Second Album from Lee Harris, "Golden World"

An ethereal mix of electronica and acoustic warmth, Golden World presents a talent in timeless song craft. A multi-layered expression of love in many forms, of struggle and difficulties shared, and ultimately of hope. Golden World, the second album from Lee Harris, will be released on 12th... - September 09, 2011 - Golden World Music

Jacksonville Artist, Jacob Spangler Skyrockets on the Local Charts with Debut Solo Album, "Feel Again!"

Jacob Spangler releases his first solo album, “Feel Again,” and it is taking Jacksonville by storm, with it's meteoric rise on the ReverbNation.com local rock charts - From #97 to #10 in only two weeks, and climbing. - September 07, 2011 - Jacob Spangler

NY's Vanaver Caravan First Foreign Group Ever Invited to India's Premier Folk Arts Festival

Unprecedented cross-cultural request spurs unique plan and innovative fundraising for accompanying documentary, workshop tour and new dance school paradigm. - September 06, 2011 - Big Medicine

Rai Renea Announce Release of New Video

International spoken word entertainer and BET J Lyric Cafe artist, Rai Renea releases the video for her single, Sticks and Stones which tackles the subject of mental abuse. - September 05, 2011 - Renea's World, Inc.

Sarasota Opera Single Tickets for the 2011-2012 Season Now on Sale in the Box Office

Single tickets for the 2011-2012 Fall and Winter season go on sale in the Sarasota Opera Box Office Thursday, September 1, 2011. Tickets have been available for purchase exclusively online since August 1st. The 2011-2012 Season will mark Maestro Victor DeRenzi’s 30th Season as Artistic Director and the return of classic greats mixed with new productions conceived exclusively for Sarasota Opera. Tickets for both the Fall and Winter season begin at only $19. - September 04, 2011 - Sarasota Opera

Blues Bettie Brings Their Unique "SoCal Blues" to the House of Blues Hollywood Foundation Room Sept. 21, 2011

Blues Bettie, a 9 piece blues, funk, and soul music band from Anaheim, CA., continues to impress music fans and music industry execs, resulting in an exclusive show at the exclusive House of Blues Foundation Room. An all star cast of some of the most sought after musicians from the Los Angeles performing arena, joins forces to generate what many "industry insiders" consider to be the hottest blues act to hail from the Los Angeles area in decades. - September 03, 2011 - Blues Bettie Show Band

Choralis Presents - In Search of Peace: A Concert of Remembrance and Hope for the Tenth Anniversary of 9/11

Choralis—the mixed voice chorus under Artistic Director, Gretchen Kuhrmann, is offering a special performance at National Presbyterian Church in Washington, D.C. on Sunday September 11, 2011. - September 03, 2011 - The Choralis Foundation

"I Just Wanna' Meet Girls" Called "Tribute to Testosterone" by Composer and Leader of The C.R. Ecker Band at Time When Flap Over Album Title Song Fades Fast

With the new school year starting in many areas of the world, The C.E. Ecker Band launches an upbeat, traditional country tune, "I Just Wanna' Meet Girls," with quick acceptance not only in North America, but also in many other regions, including Asia and Europe. - September 02, 2011 - Charles R. Ecker

Nashville’s Artist to the Stars, Corey Frizzell to be on the At Home with Victoria Radio Show

Nashville’s Artist to the Stars Corey Frizzell will join Emmy Award winning TV Journalist, Victoria Gaither and Co-Host Michael Kay on the September 8th radio program, At Home with Victoria. Emmy Award winning TV Journalist, Media Personality and News Anchor/Reporter, Victoria Gaither and... - September 02, 2011 - Visual Artist Corey Frizzell

SloFunkPump Releases Steelers Anthem Video for Season Opener

Rene Morales Directs the 2011 Steelers Anthem Video. - September 01, 2011 - SloFunkPump

"It's Always Been An Obsession" by Larry Barron Features Virtuoso Guitar Performances from Bach to Rock Styles

Virtuoso guitarist Larry Barron has released his CD "It's Always Been An Obsession." As a studio guitarist who has worked with solo folk artists such as Laura Eastman (Paul McCartney's sister in law) as well as country artists like Dean Chance to the 80's rock/punk band "Elmo and the... - August 30, 2011 - Larry Barron Guitar

The DNS Agency's F1rst Class Citizen Nominated for Sacramento Area Music Award

Sacramento rock band F1rst Class Citizen not only opens for artists such as TapRoot, Saving Abel, and next month Sick Puppies, they have been nominated for a Sacramento Area Music Award in the category of "Best Hard Rock" band. - August 28, 2011 - The DNS Agency

Slimm Buick to DJ at Annual Rootstock Festival, Sacramento, CA Sept. 17 & 18

Slimm Buick will be the guest DJ September 17 and 18 from 5 to 8pm at the annual Rootstock Festival, a two day music festival featuring Rockabilly, Americana, Country and Western Swing performers. The event is being held on the grounds of the Sacramento Horsemen's Association, at 3200 Longview Dr. - August 28, 2011 - Slimm Buick, DJ, Artist, Entertainer

Long Island Country Artist Lisa Matassa Invades Nashville to Shoot Video for Her Rising Single “Me Time” with Acclaimed Director

"Long Island Country" recording artist Lisa Matassa has had the industry and Billboard charts buzzing for weeks with her single, "Me Time," and now the Long Island bred country crooner is shooting her second music video for "Me Time" in Nashville, Tennessee. - August 27, 2011 - LMA Productions, Inc.

Palomar Starlight Theater Shines a Light on Music of Stevie Nicks Performed by Bella Donna and Steely Dan Performed by Pretzel Logic

Labor Day Weekend Event Closes Out Summer Tribute Series at Pala Casino and Resort - August 26, 2011 - Bella Donna Rumours of Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac

harlequins enigma Releases Octagon Volume 2 - Nachtspiel, Dance EP

Available on iTunes now. - August 26, 2011 - harlequins enigma

NJ Band "Novae" Hosts Red Carpet Premiere

Gen Admission Free - Premiere V.I.P. Package Tickets Available... More - August 26, 2011 - Novae Music

Country Artist Charlie Allen to Host American Farmer on Discovery Channel

Country music artist Charlie Allen will host the upcoming series "American Farmer" this fall, which will showcase the latest advancements in agriculture and farming. Allen has also recently released a new song called "Grandpa's Recipe" highlighting his patriotic pride in America. - August 25, 2011 - Charlie Allen

"Asmelectrix" a New Album by Asmodelle - Electro House/Dub

Asmodelle, the Australia former model and actress turned electronic Diva has a new album out "Asmelectrix" – this one only just follows the 3rd album, "Transelectrix." "Asmelectrix is a real gem and something that all electronica lovers should listen to. As the genre evolves Asmodelle’s style seems to be on the edge of that evolution," says T.D. Shemansky. - August 24, 2011 - Asmodelle.com

Jealous Creatures Releases Debut Album - Little Heaven Big Sky

The Texas rock band has just released their highly anticipated first full-length album, which is available through their website at www.jealouscreatures.com and other online retailers. - August 24, 2011 - Jealous Creatures

Any Controversy Over "Bushwacked (Bewildered, Beat-Up Bad and Broke) Song is "Misguided and Unfair," Says Its Composer and Producer

Ever since the August 1 launch of the "Bushwacked (Bewildered, Beat-up Bad and Broke) album, featuring a lead single of the same name, C.R. Ecker, composer and producer of the song, and album, has met resistance among those who feel the single and music video represent an attack on President George W. Bush, just based on the title without hearing it. Rather, he says, "I wrote and recorded the song in 1991 as an 'anthem of American angst' during the recession then, a song more timely now." - August 23, 2011 - Charles R. Ecker

Sun Continues to Rise for Australian Songstress Katie Cole

Sun continues to rise for Australian songstress Katie Cole. Her latest musical offering, "Sunrise" is added to the playlist at BBC Radio 2 in the UK. www.bbc.co.uk/radio2/music-events/playlist/ Although based in Los Angeles, CA, this is the second consecutive single from the artist to... - August 22, 2011 - Katie Cole

New Jersey Post-Progressive Rock Band, The Tea Club Invited to Perform at Progday 2011, the 17th Edition of the World's Longest Running Progressive Rock Festival

The Tea Club will be performing at Progday 2011, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, (Saturday, September 3rd, and Sunday, September 4th, 2011). Progday 2011 is the 17th edition of the world's longest running Progressive Rock Festival. (http://www.progday.net) The Tea Club are slated to perform on... - August 20, 2011 - The Tea Club

Lisa Matassa is Highest Debuting Country Artist on Monday’s Billboard Country Indicator Chart with the Single “Me Time”

Country artist Lisa Matassa had the highest debuting single on Monday, August 15, 2011, on the country Billboard indicator chart at #55 with her single “Me Time.” - August 18, 2011 - LMA Productions, Inc.

Shapes Stars Make is Refreshed and Refocused

Dallas-based Shapes Stars Make is excited to announce the release of their latest single today, August 16, 2011. It is available via free download at: http://shapesstarsmake.bandcamp.com/album/into-his-ghost-single - August 18, 2011 - shapes stars make

NYC Deep is Hosting a BBQ and Loft Party with Peven Everett Live in Brooklyn

NYC Deep and Love + Light present internationally known Singer, Songwriter, and Musician, Peven Everett, with an outdoor BBQ, Live Performances, and a Loft Party on Friday, September 9th, 2011 at 7:00PM. Showtime 8pm. Loft Party until late. The event will be held at The Morgan, 25 Bogart St, Brooklyn, NY and tickets are $15 and available at nycdeep.com. - August 18, 2011 - NYC Deep

Grammy Nominee Jan Linder-Koda Brings Pro Vocal Techniques to Skype

Jan Linder-Koda, owner of Angel Diva Music, is now enabling students to learn Grammy winning vocal techniques from anywhere in the world using Skype & benefit from the experience and ability of a professional voice teacher during the month of August. - August 17, 2011 - big hits media

Jared Blake from NBC’s Breakout Hit Show "The Voice" Announces Tour Dates to Promote the Release of His Debut Single and Tells Tales from Behind the Scenes

The tour responsive to the question Jared Blake became known for. Are you Country, or are you Rock? To that, Jared answered “I just want to make good music,” and walks the line between genres — falling one way or another at times, equally. Jared Blake shows will range from 40... - August 15, 2011 - Jared Blake Music

Touring Stage Play "The Soul of a Man" Heads to Louisville, KY, Starring Rico Ball from Tyler Perry's "Madea's Big Happy Family" on Nov. 5 & 6, 2011

The amazing touring stage play, "The Soul of A Man" written and directed by playwright Ronnie J. Johnson is headed to Louisville, KY with a stellar cast of celebrities. The stage play features Rico Ball from BET's "Hell Date" and Tyler Perry's national touring stage play... - August 15, 2011 - the J. Hardy Agency

Asmodelle Has Created an Album That is Synthpop to the Core with a Very Human Element

Australian born composer Asmodelle has dedicated her life to electronic music, and is committed to help evolve the genre. Haunting, beat driven, danceable, and always unique tracks fill her latest release titled "Transelectrix." The music is perfect for those who like all different styles of electronic music. The entirely instrumental album uses synthesizers as its voice and possesses a very organic feel throughout. - August 15, 2011 - Asmodelle.com

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