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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
Electro Charged EP: Body Snatchers
Inductive Invades the Airwaves and Hijacks Dance Floors with the Insertion of an Electro Charged EP: Body Snatchers - August 14, 2011 - Inductive
B-Rob of CrossLines Music to Release Second Album "Salt Rap" on September 20, 2011
Christian Rapper Brian "B-Rob" Robinson is releasing his second studio CD titled "Salt Rap" in September of 2011. - August 09, 2011 - CrossLines Music
Ray Prim Entertainment Starts Kickstarter Campaign to Raise Funds for the New CD "Five"
Singer Soulwriter Ray Prim is teaming with Omar Vallejo for his upcoming CD, five. With only one month to generate funding will it materialize? You be the judge. - July 31, 2011 - Ray Prim Entertainment
Country Recording Artist Lisa Matassa to Perform at Carol M. Baldwin Breast Cancer Research Fund Pink Penguin Bash
Country music recording artist, Lisa Matassa, will make an appearance and perform at tomorrow night’s 1st annual Carol M. Baldwin Pink Penguin Bash for Breast Cancer research and awareness. - July 29, 2011 - LMA Productions, Inc.
Hip-hop Artist 187SIAKA Launches Official Website 187SIAKA.com
Independent hip-hop/reggae artist 187SIAKA launches official website featuring music, videos, bio and latest news. - July 29, 2011 - 187SIAKA
Harlequins Enigma Announces Hip Hop Album: Octagon Volume 3 - After Their Previous "Alt" and Dance Album "Octagon Volume 2," Their Grip on Dance Music is Rising
Octagon volume 3 - battle without dishonour, is set for an August 2011 launch date. Criticism has been great and it will definitely be an album to seek up if you like their previous two albums. - July 26, 2011 - harlequins enigma
Consummate Summer Dance Floor Anthem - "Wild Miami Remixed" from Tinatin Ready to Raise Rafters Across Global Dance Floors
Remix Collection Calls Attention to Consequences of Global Warming; Marks Tenth Studio Release for Young Pals Records - July 26, 2011 - Young Pals Music
New Hip-Hop Musician, Jephte Blanc, Introduce Inspiring Music
New hip-hop musician, Jephte Blanc with stage name Young Suspect A.K.A Love is Eternity introducing new and inspiring music. His music expresses the reality of his world and depicts his views on many social issues. - July 24, 2011 - Jephte Blanc
Nigerian-Born Multitalented Gloria Maduka Launches Debut Album "Of Light and Angels"
Gloria Maduka Launches "Love Illusion" on CDBaby and iTunes Ahead of Debut Album "Of Light and Angels" - July 24, 2011 - Gloria Maduka
Morgenstern Trio, Winner of Kalichstein-Laredo-Robinson International Trio Award, Launches New CD
The Morgenstern Trio, 2009 winner of the prestigious Kalichstein-Laredo-Robinson International Trio Award (KLRITA), has recorded a CD released by Azica Records (AZD-71266). The CD features Bedrich Smetana’s Trio in G minor, Dmitri Shostakovich’s Trio No. 1 in C minor, Op. 8 and Leonard... - July 23, 2011 - Chamber Music Society of Detroit
What do Maxwell, Lionel Richie, Donnie Osmond, Usher and Christina Aguilera Have in Common...Andre Delano Was Once Their Sideman and Has Now Gone Solo
7th Note Entertainment, Inc. is proud to guide the exploding career of multi-talented saxophonist, singer and songwriter, Andre Delano. His new single, “S’posed to Be” remained one of the top downloaded R&B songs on CD Baby.com during its late spring release. In addition,... - July 22, 2011 - Andre Delano
Redesigned “Four Pillars of Singing” 2.0 Engages Vocal Athletes with Content-Rich, State-of-the-Art Multi-Media
Innovative vocal training program offers 435 files and 16 GB of high-definition video, interactive audio and ground breaking film edits for voice training. - July 21, 2011 - The Vocalist Studio
Country Artist Lisa Matassa to Perform at Four Country Format Radio Stations in Idaho, Montana and Washington State
Country artist, Lisa Matassa, will perform and give interviews at four country format radio stations in Idaho, Montana and Washington on Wednesday, July 20, 2011 and on Thursday, July 21, 2011, as part of the western U.S. leg of her national radio promotional tour for her debut EP, “Me Time.” - July 20, 2011 - LMA Productions, Inc.
Up and Coming Actor, Filmmaker, Jeremy Fultz Short Film, VIGILANTE Debuting at the Action on Film Festival July 22 in Pasadena, CA. Nominated "Best Short - Editing"
VIGILANTE, a short film by actor, filmmaker, Jeremy Fultz - DoingTime Productions will be screening at the 2011 Action on International Film Festival in Pasadena, California July 22nd and July 28th. The film is nominated for ‘Best Editing - Short’. Contact: Jeremy Fultz, Actor,... - July 20, 2011 - Middle Child New Media
Country Artist Lisa Matassa to Embark on West Coast Radio Tour for Her Debut Country EP, "Me Time"
Country artist, Lisa Matassa, will visit three California country format radio stations on Tuesday, July 19, 2011, as part of the west coast leg of her national radio promotional tour for her debut EP, “Me Time.” - July 14, 2011 - LMA Productions, Inc.
The Make Releasing Debut EP "This Box" July 19th
California based band The Make releases their premiere debut EP immediately after successful single & video release on June 30th. The Make is signed with Suspended Sunrise Recordings, Superbowl MVP Aaron Rodgers' record label. - July 14, 2011 - Suspended Sunrise Recordings
Easton Corbin Producer, Carson Chamberlain to Produce Chris Caskey’s Freshman Album
Nashville’s Artist to the Stars Corey Frizzell is proud to announce that his client, Chris Caskey is currently recording his freshman album with Easton Corbin hit producer, Carson Camberlain. Carson Chamberlain, a native of Berea, Kentucky, started professionally in the music business as a... - July 13, 2011 - Country Artist Chris Caskey
Chris Caskey’s Current Crossover Single, "Gods Pocket" Jumps to #52 on the National Radio Chart for July of 2011
Nashville’s Artist to the Stars Corey Frizzell is proud to announce TCM Recording Artist Chris Caskey’s first radio crossover single, God’s Pocket” has jumped thirty spots to number fifty two on the National Christian Voice Christian Country Top 100 for July of 2011. Chris... - July 13, 2011 - Country Artist Chris Caskey
Chart Vision Bolsters Its Executive Team, Appoints Cheryl Dickerson General Manager
Chart Vision makes major executive acquisitions, continuing it's dedication to creative development. - July 11, 2011 - Chart Vision, Inc.
Author Sharon Hays Introduces a Terrifying Murder Mystery Sequel in the "Mysteerie Manor Series"
"Mysteerie Manor II," an eerie murder mystery by Sharon Hays, continues the chronicles of a diabolical mansion’s connection to paranormal and criminal activity. - July 09, 2011 - Roja Records
Gabriel Bello Debuts at #1 with His Premier Jazz Album Release
Gabriel Bello has produced several number one records and now his first Album, self titled "Gabriel Bello" debuts at #1 on Billboard a week after the June 21st release by Kings Mountain Music & Film. - July 05, 2011 - Gabriel Bello
Local North Minneapolis Children to Perform with the Minnesota Sinfonia
Join the Minnesota Sinfonia at North Minneapolis’s Farwell Park for some light and fun favorites featuring the story of Peter and the Wolf put on by local North Minneapolis children. Also scheduled to perform prior to the Sinfonia is the Unlimited Next Level Dance and Drill Performing Arts. - July 05, 2011 - Friends of the Minnesota Sinfonia
Nashville Roots-Rocker Andrew Adkins Returns with the Release of "Troublesome, My Love"
Award-winning Nashville singer/songwriter returns with debut solo album. - July 02, 2011 - Mellow Down Easy
Minnesota Sinfonia’s Final Family Pops of the Summer Season
Join them at the Mississippi. Check out the East Coon Rapids Dam Visitor Center and then head over to the performance pavilion for an evening of classics. The Minnesota Sinfonia’s Coon Rapids Family Pops Concert will feature entertaining, lighter musical fare including Broadway and movie... - July 01, 2011 - Friends of the Minnesota Sinfonia
Northside Music and Arts Festival Put on by the Minnesota Sinfonia
The Minnesota Sinfonia proudly presents the Northside Music and Arts Festival to be held at North Commons Park in North Minneapolis. Always committed to bringing the arts to under served communities free of charge, the Sinfonia has now expanded its outreach on the North Side to include an entire... - June 30, 2011 - Friends of the Minnesota Sinfonia
Leading Independent Music Distribution Powerhouse Independent Distribution Collective Partners with CommerceSocial, a Revolutionary Distributed Commerce Platform
IDC has partnered with CommerceSocial. CommerceSocial is a powerful distributed commerce platform for sellers and publishers alike. - June 30, 2011 - Independent Distribution Collective
Long Island Country Artist Lisa Matassa to Open Freedom Fest Concert on July 3rd at Bethpage Ballpark
Long Island’s own country music star, Lisa Matassa, will perform as the opening act at Long Island, New York’s 1st annual Freedom Fest concert. Freedom Fest 2011 is presented by the Long Island Ducks professional baseball club and WJVC My Country 96.1 FM. - June 28, 2011 - LMA Productions, Inc.
187SIAKA Launches Indie Hip-Hop YouTube Hit Music Video “I Won Allready”
Underground hip-hop indie artist 187SIAKA launches a new track with an exclusive YouTube video. - June 27, 2011 - 187SIAKA
Miami Native Sherri Hicks Releases Gospel Single
Introducing Sherri Hicks, the soulful gospel singer/songwriter from sunny South Florida. With many years as a background vocalist and solo performer, she is now stepping out in 2011 with her debut album, "Transforming Praise." Her first single, "Changed," has already gotten rave reviews and is available on Itunes Worldwide. Sherri's voice is soulful and anointed, and she ministers through song. With this album she herself has been transformed. - June 26, 2011 - Sherri Hicks Music
Rockers Charity Gig Raises Money for Specialist Equipment
70’s Tribute act "Those Glam Rockers" made a presentation of a Hoist to St. Edmund’s House Activity Organiser, Rosie Rose, on the 7th June at All Hallows Hospital, Ditchingham. The band raised a magnificent £1,000 towards the purchase of this much used Hoist that is used... - June 25, 2011 - Those Glam Rockers
DJ Inform to Perform with Minnesota Sinfonia
Combining two unlikely music genres, DJ Inform to premier new composition composed for DJ and orchestra with the Minnesota Sinfonia this June at Lake Harriet. This new and exciting concert will be a for sure hit for all ages. The program will feature new composition, Fantasy for DJ and Orchestra,... - June 24, 2011 - Friends of the Minnesota Sinfonia