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Shaun Bless of The Souldiggaz Takes It to the Clubs with "Ciroc (Bottles Pop)"
Shaun Bless, member of the platinum production team The Souldiggaz, makes his first commercial release as an artist with "Ciroc (Bottles Pop)." - May 19, 2009 - Shaun Bless (Souldiggaz)
Above The World Entertainment R&B Singer Kicks Down the Door of Opportunity American Idol Style
R&B performer and singer/songwriter Rodney Louis Baker has taken his trend setting fearless indie style to another level. Aiming his sites directly at what he believes is a soon to be mega star in Idol finalist Adam Lambert.... - May 17, 2009 - Above the World Entertainment
Gunnar Nelson Records with Two Legends on 'Roadsinger' - Multiplatinum Artist Sings with McCartney & Yusuf on New Album
Recording Artist Gunnar Nelson announced today that recording vocal tracks for the new Yusuf (Cat Stevens) album Roadsinger presented a unique experience for him to record and sing with two musical legends including one of his idols, Sir Paul McCartney. "What started as a recording session in... - May 16, 2009 - Ricky Nelson Remembered
Bad Boy Artist and MTV’s Making the Band 4 Star, Donnie Klang, Names The Buzz International Group as Public Relations Agency of Record
The Buzz International Group, one New York’s top full-service lifestyle & entertainment public relations agencies, announced today the addition of Bad Boy recording artist Donnie Klang to its roster of clients. Serving as the agency of record, Buzz looks forward to taking Donnie’s... - May 15, 2009 - Donnie Klang
Award-Winning Songwriter/Backup Vocalist to Release Long Awaited CD
Darci Monet’s New CD ‘Fusion’ Seamlessly Blends Soulful Pop/Rock with Heart-felt Acoustic Balladry. - May 12, 2009 - Darci Monet
Matthew Nelson to Participate in Digital Hollywood Panel - Award Winning Multiplatinum Artist to Discuss Music Power Shift
Multiplatinum Recording Artist Matthew Nelson announced he has been invited to Digital Hollywood to participate in industry panel discussion on Music Power Shift during the industry conference on Wednesday, May 6, 2009 in Santa Monica, CA. - May 06, 2009 - Ricky Nelson Remembered
Acoustic-Grunge Band - Deep Trip to Tour UK in May
UK-based Snorting Pig Promotions previews the May 2009 UK tour by Swiss band Deep Trip. - May 05, 2009 - Snorting Pig Promotions
Cheshire Records Releases Hiphop Album Online Through Creative Commons
Cheshire Records, founded by producer Jonah Dempcy, has released an album by hiphop The Insider. The album, titled "All's Fair in Love of Wax," was released online in its entirety on April 14th and has been making its way around the web. It is available to download for free from Jamendo. - May 04, 2009 - Cheshire Records
Cheshire Records Electronic Jazz Netlabel Announced
The creation of record label Cheshire Records has been announced. The label, formed by electronic music producer and jazz pianist Jonah Dempcy, will specialize in electronic and improvised music, particularly avant-garde and experimental music of all types. - May 04, 2009 - Cheshire Records
Hip Hop Group BROWN BFLO to Release CD
Hip Hop Group BROWN BFLO CD Release in May. Shaking up the industry with their new style. Hip Hop Group BROWN BFLO breaks out with their CD Release performances with Zion I & Album Release Party Featuring performances by Bambu and DJ Sake 1 on May 1st and 2nd, 2009. BROWN BFLO will be... - May 02, 2009 - BROWN BFLO
PDQ Bach Meets Moses - Choral Concert
San Diego Choral Arts Ensemble presents "PDQ Bach Meets Moses." Saturday, May 9th,2009, 6:00PM, Good Samaritan Episcopal Church, 4321 Eastgate Mall [near Genesse Avenue], San Diego, CA 92121 - April 29, 2009 - San Diego Choral Arts Ensemble
"Autumn Winds" - New Single by The Dreamcatcher Sound to be Released in May 2009
"Autumn Winds" is the second release by Canberra's electro pop duo The Dreamcatcher Sound. The single includes two original songs plus a remix of the title song. It can best be described as solid synth-pop with a touch of new age!. - April 25, 2009 - The Dreamcatcher Sound
Twenty3Fifty9 Releases “The Count, Act I, The Soul of a Prisoner”
Twenty3fifty9 releases their long awaited debut album, “The Count, Act I, The Soul of a Prisoner,” the first part of a melodic symphonic metal retelling of the Alexandre Dumas masterpiece, "The Count of Monte Cristo." - April 24, 2009 - Twenty3Fifty9 Records
My Private Hell Announce Album Title and Release Date
Suicide EP to be Released on June 9th, 2009. - April 23, 2009 - My Private Hell LLC
R&B Artist, Lovely Hoffman, Takes Students to Uganda, Africa
American R&B artist Lovely Hoffman recently set out on an overseas journey, April 16th 2009, in which she took three students from Smith Leadership Academy, a charter school in Boston, MA., on a 11 day trip to Uganda, East Africa; the region where the first human remains were discovered. More... - April 23, 2009 - Lovely Hoffman
Duke Ellington’s 110th on 110th
On April 29, 2009, at 1:10 p.m., Duke Ellington’s family and The Duke Ellington Center for the Arts will be launching a series of activities to commemorate and celebrate the 110th Anniversary of Duke Ellington. The kickoff affair will be held at The Duke Ellington Memorial, located inside... - April 20, 2009 - The Duke Ellington Center for the Arts
BeatHouse Music Group Presents Compilation CD “The Soulmance Project,” Featuring R&B/Soul/Hip-Hop’s Independent Rising Stars
“The Soulmance Project” CD set for May Release. - April 20, 2009 - BeatHouse Music Group
Miranda Hope Releases First CD, Leaving Eden
Granddaughter of legendary showbiz icon Bob Hope, Singer-songwriter, Producer, Miranda Hope has released her first full-length album of original songs of American folk/rock, Leaving Eden, recorded in Nashville. Besides contributing the lyrics, Hope also sings and, on acoustic guitar, accompanies the Nashville musicians on the album. - April 19, 2009 - Miranda Hope
New Suicide Increase Targeted by New Social Voyeurs in Free Download of New Song and Video
The Philadelphia-area band New Social Voyeurs has released a free download of two versions of their new song, “Go.” The song was written by the band’s leader, Rob Sobol, to help in battling the increase in suicides in the past year. The two versions of the song, and the related videos, are now available for free download at www.newsocialvoyeurs.com. - April 11, 2009 - New Social Voyeurs
Shiekh Shoes and Michael Antonio Footwear Group Present Two Exclusive In-store Events with R&B Singer Jimmie Reign
On the heels of last fall’s successful “Spring Preview Event” in Southern California, R&B singer and MPrint Music artist Jimmie Reign has once again partnered with Shiekh and Michael Antonio Footwear Group (Michael Antonio) for two exclusive in-store events, this time for... - April 11, 2009 - MPRINT MUSIC
TCWM Music Inc. Releases Revolutionary New Music System
TCWM Music Inc. has released it’s revolutionary new music system, Free2Worship. This system is already changing the way musicians prepare and use their music so dramatically that the industry will never be the same again. Musicians save more time, have more flexibility and more freedom than ever before. - April 10, 2009 - TCWM Music Inc.
Coveted Jazz Album Finally Available to Jo Belle Fans
Once only available second hand for as much as $100, Jo Belle's "Sessions... with Friends" will be available for purchase on April 27th. - April 10, 2009 - Jo Belle
Il Pianeta Degli Uomini Liberi (the World of Free Men) - the New Album by Macromarco (Marco Grieco)
Italy's multi-player / singer, MacroMarco by Marco Grieco, who made a most substantial solo debut album. - April 05, 2009 - MaCRoMaRCo
Danish Bongo Flava Artist Releases Debut Album
Mzungu Kichaa is from Denmark but grew up in Africa. He is widely recognized as one of the pioneers of African Bongo Flava. He recorded with Juma Nature, TID, Mangwair, Ferooz and many others in the late 90s at Bongo Records in Tanzania. With the release of 'Mambo ya pwani' he topped the East Africa charts in 2001. During his promotional tour at the beginning of 2009 he performed and featured on radio and tv in Mombasa, Nairobi, Arusha, Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar. - April 04, 2009 - Mzungu Kichaa
Despite Difficult Times, One Performing Arts Center in Paterson, NJ Still Optimistic
The Newly Opened Great Falls Performing Arts Center Searches for Success in Tough Times and Continues Its Opening Season - April 02, 2009 - Great Falls Performing Arts Center
West Covina Symphony Orchestra Presents Free "Concert for the Arts"
The West Covina Symphony, under the direction of Dr. Sylvia Lee Mann, presents a "Concert for the Arts" on April 9, 2009 at 7 p.m. The program is a joint production with the West Covina Chamber of Commerce, the City of West Covina and the East Valley Art Association. Music by Rossini, Mozart, Tchaikovsky, and Mussorgsky will be performed. - March 31, 2009 - West Covina Symphony Orchestra
Publik Parking Making Waves on Internet Radio
Publik Parking, Flint, Michigan’s only female fronted alternative metal band has been riding the big wave of internet radio worldwide. They were recently signed to independent label Revolution Music Records in July of 2008 and released the long awaited album, Pavlov’s Dog on January 1,... - March 29, 2009 - Reckless Entertainment
Scott McCurry Releases New Album at Houston's House of Blues
Accomplished Dallas Musician launches third alt rock album, “Go On & Do Your Thing,” April 2nd, 2009 at the Houston House of Blues with CD party and concert. - March 28, 2009 - Scott McCurry
The Buckinghams Coming to Norfolk's Infinity Music Hall and Bistro, May 2nd
The Buckinghams will perform at the historic Infinity Music Hall on Saturday, May 2, at 7 pm. The newly restored intimate venue, located on Route 44 in northwest Connecticut, is the concert setting to feature Solid Gold 60s hits by the Chicago natives, including Kind of a Drag; Mercy, Mercy, Mercy; Hey Baby, They're Playing Our Song; plus songs from their new CD, Reaching Back. For tickets, contact Infinity's Box Office at 860-542-5531 or e-mail boxoffice@infinityhall.com - March 25, 2009 - The Buckinghams
The Buckinghams Celebrate Coleraine Centennial in Concert April 17, at Greenway Auditorium
The Buckinghams are set to entertain for Coleraine, Minnesota's 100th anniversary at a concert Friday, April 17th, 7:30 pm, at Greenway High School Auditorium. The Buckinghams are best known for their hits Kind of a Drag, Hey Baby They're Playing Our Song, Don't You Care, Mercy, Mercy, Mercy, and Susan. Reserved seating is $30 with Centennial Special of 4 tickets for $100. Contact Reif Center Box Office 218-327-5780 or www.reifcenter.org/wheretobuy.html for ticket info. - March 25, 2009 - The Buckinghams
Standing Hampton Honored at Cityview “Best of Des Moines” 2009 Awards
Cityview recognizes Standing Hampton as 2009 “Best of Des Moines” local band finalist. - March 20, 2009 - Standing Hampton
The Buckinghams to Appear in Benefit Concert for Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation
Chicago 60s Pop Rock band, The Buckinghams, will be featured entertainment at the Riverwalk Amphitheatre in Montgomery, Friday, April 10. - March 19, 2009 - The Buckinghams
JES Performing at IDMAs and Headlining Red Gorilla Fest During SXSW Week
JES Headlining Red Gorilla Festival During SXSW Week in Austin. JES will headline the first ever Electronic Dance Music showcase on Friday, March 20th for the Red Gorilla festival held during SXSW week in Austin, Texas. The Red Gorilla Music Festival is dedicated to promoting up-and-coming music... - March 19, 2009 - JES
Nashville Indie-Troubadours Mellow Down Easy Release Acclaimed New Album
Indie-rock band Mellow Down Easy's 6 year journey toward an "overnight success." Dualtone recording artists finally get their due with latest album. - March 19, 2009 - Mellow Down Easy
Legendary Bluesman Willie Dixon's Legacy is Alive and Well in His Grandson, Alex Dixon
Alex Dixon teamed up with musical greats for his newest CD release titled "Rising From The Bushes" due out April 28th 2009 on iTunes and other digital download sites. The CD features Marcella Detroit (power vocalist in UK pop group Shakespeare's Sister), drummer James Gadson (Bill Withers, Marvin Gaye, Ray Charles and countless others), bassist Gerald Johnson (Steve Miller Band, Crosby Stills & Nash), to name a few. This CD is packed something for everyone...blues, rock and R&B. - March 10, 2009 - Dixon Landing Music, LLC
Popular Atlanta Rock Band, Stokeswood, to Release First Album, Carrassia, on April 17, 2009: Release Party and Concert Being Held at Atlanta Music Venue, Masquerade
Popular Atlanta rock band, Stokeswood (www.Stokeswood.net), has announced that they will be releasing their first full-length album, Carrassia, on Friday, April 17, 2009. The Carrassia release party and Stokeswood concert will be held on the “Hell” stage of well-known Atlanta music... - March 06, 2009 - Stokeswood
Dallas Music Instructor Publishes Book on Chord Theory with Method Never Seen Before
Mike Ellis Music Instruction in Dallas, Texas, has published a no-nonsense, practical book on how to understand chords on the piano. This book contains a method never seen before in the industry. - March 05, 2009 - Mike Ellis Music Instruction
New Concert Opera Organization to Offer Performances in Baltimore
Classical music fans have a new way to experience opera in Baltimore this spring with the launch of the Baltimore Concert Opera. The inaugural production, Don Giovanni, will be held on March 25, 2009 at The Engineers Club. Founded by Baltimore resident and accomplished bass-baritone, Brendan Cooke, the company will focus on introducing the concert opera format to Baltimore area residents of all ages and economic backgrounds. - March 05, 2009 - Baltimore Concert Opera
Generation Jones' New Social Voyeurs Leading to the Promised Land in Music and Politics
Members of Generation Jones, including the new band New Social Voyeurs, are the new leaders in politics and music in many ways these days, so says Rob Sobol, the singer of the new pop song “Try,” and other social commentators. Generation Jones members, born from 1954 to 1965, were... - March 04, 2009 - New Social Voyeurs
Cambridge Concentus to Perform Final Concert of Season March 8th
The Cambridge Concentus period ensemble will perform its final concert of the season on March 8th at the First Church in Cambridge. The program pairs J.S. Bach's apocalyptic cantata Wachet! betet! betet! wachet! with the Fifth Brandenburg Concerto. - March 03, 2009 - Cambridge Concentus
The Original 24-Track Analog Master Recording of Johnny Cash's Live Performance at The Paramount Theatre, Asbury Park, NJ USA on July 28, 1990
These are the Original 24-track Master Tape Recording's of Johnny Cash Live on the night of July 28, 1990 at the Paramount Theatre in Asbury Park, NY USA. Part of these tapes were released by Universal/Mercury Polygram "The Great Lost Performance." - March 02, 2009 - Navybob, LLC
Scott McCurry Releases New Album at Dallas' House of Blues
Accomplished Dallas Musician launches third alt rock album, "Go On & Do Your Thing", March 14th, 2009 at the Dallas House of Blues with CD party and concert. - March 01, 2009 - Scott McCurry
Even After His Death, NFL Star Continues to Make an Impact on The St. Louis Community
The Nash Youth Association to host the Damien Nash (1982-2007) Life Celebration Gala. - February 27, 2009 - 39th Ave Music LLC
Jazz Vocalist Receives International Adulation
Atlanta jazz vocalist Kemba Cofield will travel to Santiago, Chile this month to perform in March at the Grand Hyatt due to her diligent marketing and promotions on Myspace. - February 26, 2009 - Kemba Cofield
Christian Music Pioneers New Hope and Renaissance Schedule 40 Year Reunion
A community of New Hope and Renaissance band-mates, their families, friends, and fans reuniting July 30 - August 2, 2009. - February 25, 2009 - New Hope-Renaissance Reunion 2009
Richard Collins, a Country Blues Guitarist from New Orleans' Folk Era of the 1960s, Has a New Charity CD Available March 1, 2009
Richard Collins, a country blues guitarist from New Orleans' folk era of the1960s, has a New Charity CD Available March 1, 2009. Proceeds to New Musicians Relief Fund. - February 24, 2009 - Richard Collins
Homeschoolers Have Official Song/Anthem Featuring Youth Choir and Master Ree
Homeschoolers have made history with the release of the first-ever homeschoolers song/anthem. The danceable song, called "The Homeschoolers Jam" was recently mixed in New York but was recorded at recording studios in California, Atlanta, and New York. - February 22, 2009 - master ree music
Master Jazz Pianist Eyran Katsenelenbogen Releases 88 Fingers, His 10th Solo CD
Eyran Records announces the release of pianist Eyran Katsenelenbogen’s highly anticipated new solo album, 88 Fingers. - February 19, 2009 - Eyran Records
Karine Hannah Collaborates with Songwriter/Producer Ayhan Sahin on New Release "Karine" - Release Streets Globally Jan. 27 on Young Pals Music
In all, "Karine" hearkens a bygone era where an album was designed to serve up the full spectrum of an artist's ability—instead of so many gimmick-driven, pinhole-targeted acts that drive today's marketplace. Hannah's versatility is her trump, imbued with innate celestial talent and consummate emotive fervor. Aligned with these dozen-plus sing-along treasures, here is a project whose stamp is utterly timeless. - February 17, 2009 - Young Pals Music
Curtis Peoples Returns to the Touring Circuit This Spring
Peoples gears up for nationwide tour with Josh Hoge, Ernie Halter, and Tony Lucca - February 17, 2009 - Curtis Peoples