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The Apogee Foundation is Selected as the Top Non-Profit in the First Annual Fast Pitch Business Awards
The Apogee Foundation has been named the year's “Top Non-Profit” in the inaugural Fast Pitch! Business Awards - Kenneth Schneider. - February 16, 2009 - The Apogee Foundation
New Single by Pessimist in Training - "Dominoes"
American-Israeli rockers, Pessimist in Training, have released a new single: "Dominoes." - February 15, 2009 - Pessimist in Training
Rock Band Simples Mortales Navigates the Internet/Spanish Rock
At www.simplesmortales.com, fans of ‘rock en español’ (Spanish rock) can enjoy the music of Puerto Rican band Simples Mortales. Five professional men created this band, after deciding to renew their youth dreams and become rockers. “We are breaking the mold; freeing our... - February 13, 2009 - simples mortales
Singer/Songwriter/International Spokesmodel Jimmie Reign Releases Her First Official Music Video, “Different Person”
Popular American music performer Jimmie Reign has debuted the official music video for “Different Person”, the second single from her highly anticipated debut album “Pretty Girl”. Directed by Juan de la Torre of Tektonic Entertainment and produced by Mprint Music, the video... - February 08, 2009 - MPRINT MUSIC
What Cats Really Think of Humans
Cats' quote of the day: Other creatures are stupid. It's only us, cats, who can think. - February 07, 2009 - Sofia Gladys Projects
Fall in Love with the Joiners on Valentine's Day
The Joiners Valentine's Day Bash. - February 07, 2009 - The Joiners
Saturday Night Shakedown to Release "Better Than Hollywood" CD
"Better Than Hollywood" release date is March 2, 2009 it will release on iTunes and Amazon.com. "We are so excited to release these new songs, I know some of you have heard some of these songs at our shows but we truly think all of you will love them." said guitarist Mike... - February 05, 2009 - Saturday Night Shakedown
The Hotcakes Ink Deal with Cincinnati Reds to "Paint the Town Red"
New York City band’s original song is selected as anthem for popular Major League Baseball Team - February 04, 2009 - The Hotcakes
Soul Ride: Bullet Train Tour: East Coast
A soul band with it's own brand, kLoB takes to the road to support their self-released debut album, 'speed dial: LOVE.' - February 04, 2009 - kLoB
Jazz Elite Launches the Oxford Jazz Festival 2009
This year’s Oxford Jazz Festival was launched with a ‘pre-event’ at the North Wall Arts Centre on 23 January 2009. The Jazz Elite Series - three, once-monthly performances in the lead-up to the Oxford Jazz Festival - began with Mark Bassey, one of Britain’s finest trombonists, supported by local trio 3bpm. - February 01, 2009 - Oxford Jazz Festival
NJ Artists and Performers Gather for Family-Friendly Fun and Flair
An exquisite arts festival entitled ‘Bliss 9’ is bringing together local painters, photographers, sculptors, jewelry makers, dancers and musicians for an evening of family-friendly fun and flair on Friday, April 3 2009, 6pm, at the Hanover Marriott hotel in Whippany. Bliss Festivals are... - January 30, 2009 - Stone Cottage Arts Foundation
Tubby the Tuba Children's Concert
The JC Concert Band is very proud to present Tubby the Tuba at it's next performance on Sunday, February 15th 2009. - January 28, 2009 - JC Concert Band
“North Sea Films” & Director Dana Altman Have Finalized Agreements to Produce “GOOD 2B ALIVE”
“North Sea Films” & director Dana Altman have finalized agreements to produce “GOOD 2B ALIVE”; a biographical documentary film on the life & music of Miljenko Matijevic “SteelHeart.” - January 27, 2009 - SteelHeart Records LLC
kLoB's 'Soul Ride: Bullet Train Tour' Makes Final Stop in Charleston, SC; February 13th at Tin Roof
Soul group, kLoB, headed by Kip Kolb, hits five tour dates along the East-coast in support of their first full length music release, 'speed dial: LOVE.' Tin Roof of West Ashely in the Charleston area will be the last date of the tour. - January 27, 2009 - kLoB
'The Hawks (of Holy Rosary)' Multi-Talented Indie Rockers "Swoop" the Local and National Stage
Out of Hawk: The Hawks (of Holy Rosary) spread their parenthesized influence through music, film and cheap keyboards. - January 27, 2009 - The Hawks (Of Holy Rosary)
Valentine's Day Gift Solution
Valentine’s Day Gift Certificates from Peterborough Players; Two Tickets to the Theater = Summer Romance. - January 24, 2009 - PeterboroughPlayers
Ya-Boy A.M.C is Please to Announce the Release of "iHustle 24/7"
One of the hottest underground Musicians on the Internet during 2008 has just released his breakout CD "iHustle 24/7." On March 5, 2009 Ya-Boy A.M.C. will perform songs from the CD, live from Burbank, CA in streaming HDTV PPV Concert. - January 23, 2009 - Ya-Boy A.M.C.
Setting the Jazz Standard
The city of Oxford is set to become the jazz capital of the country, as the final preparations are being made for the first ever annual Oxford Jazz Festival. A four-day jazz spectacular, which will see some of the UK’s finest musicians from the world of Jazz performing across the city. - January 23, 2009 - Oxford Jazz Festival
Enfield Native Selected to Perform in Major Competition
Andrew Stetson, who grew up in Enfield, has been selected to play in the semi-final round of the National Trumpet Competition, March 12-15, 2009 in Washington, DC. Stetson will join nearly 20 other trumpet players in the graduate division to compete for nearly $40,000 in prizes. The National... - January 20, 2009 - Andrew Stetson, Trumpet
Sarasota Opera Opens Its 50th Season
Sarasota Opera to open its 50th Season with Winter Opera Festival. - January 15, 2009 - Sarasota Opera
Electronic Planet Ensemble in Association with VORTEX Repertory Company Presents Spaceman:Dada:Robot
Spaceman:Dada:Robot is a multi-media event/performance created by collaborative improvisation and synergistic dada epiphanies; music, video and words. - January 10, 2009 - Electronic Planet Ensemble
Libreros Win Best of Tampa Award
Libreros School & Dance Club is selected "Best of Tampa 2008" in the Dance Instruction category by the U.S. Local Business Association. - January 10, 2009 - Librero Multimedia Productions
New Tunes, New Venue; the Brooks Young Band Rocks the Renovated Barnstead Church
Saturday January 31st from 8-10 PM the Brooks Young Band will perform at the Barnstead Church, in NH, a newly renovated music venue. Fender endorsed artist Brooks Young and his band will be one of the first to play at Barnsteadʼs new hot spot. They will be playing songs from their new CD... - January 03, 2009 - Brooks Young Band
Aurience and Apogee Expand Their Alliance to Increase Awareness of the World's Great Performance Arts Through the Power of Media and Technology
Aurience Ltd, an EU media consulting group, and the Apogee Foundation, a US philanthropic organization, will integrate media and technology enhancements throughout Apogee's global programs to discover, develop and celebrate creative excellence. - January 02, 2009 - The Apogee Foundation
Fourth Album from Promis, "Life is Grand!" Offers World Music Pallete with Accessible Melodies and Lyrical Themes of Love, Life and Its Lessons
Influenced by the cool breezes and warm waters of the Mediterranean, the 14 songs explore themes of life, love and lessons, with a rich tapestry of all-live instruments. Recorded by Chilean singer/songwriter Jose Promis and produced and co-written with Turkish songwriter Ayhan Sahin, the project is truly a mesh of world influences, while maintaining a decidedly pop imprint. - December 31, 2008 - Young Pals Music
Peace CD of Original Songs Released by NH Women; “Let Peace Expand” CD a Powerful Peace Offering
A peace CD of 11 original songs written by composer and pianist Lisa Gail Murray and sung by vocalist Cynthia Schroer has been released. These two New Hampshire mothers teamed up to record the inspirational songs that explore the theme of peace – in the world and within the self. “Let Peace Expand,” available through their website www.LetPeaceExpand.com and www.CDBaby.com offers lyrical songs that uplift the heart. - December 30, 2008 - Let Peace Expand
TC of 39th Ave Music Shares His Business Expertise to Assist in Restoring the Community
There are many ways for a successful individual to give back. TC of 39th Ave Music continues to find those ways, and utilizes them to make an impact in his community. Whether it's a charity Christmas party for under privilege kids, a free concert to raise money for a great cause, TC of 39th Ave Music is always willing to give back to those in need. - December 28, 2008 - 39th Ave Music LLC
Last Minute Gift Ideas for Music Lovers
From Viola in Music website, all about the viola. - December 23, 2008 - Viola in Music
Viola in Music Website is All About the Viola
Famous composers who played it, famous compositions, famous viola and violin player - December 20, 2008 - Viola in Music
Apogee Introduces Programs Fostering Synergy Among the Great Traditions of Sacred Music
Apogee is continuing the expansion of its intercultural Synergy Programs by promoting collaboration among musicians representing diverse spiritual traditions around the world. - December 17, 2008 - The Apogee Foundation
TC of 39th Ave Music aka The Ambassador of Hope Hop Giving Back to the Community for Christmas
To give back and thanks for all the support he has received for his music and community outreach program, TC of 39th Ave Music will host a Christmas party for the kids of The Carr Square Community Center. - December 15, 2008 - 39th Ave Music LLC
NC Songwriter’s Co-op Announces 11th Annual Songwriting Contest Winners
Letha Costin, Keith Hill and Garrison Doles won top three places in NCSC’s 11th Annual Songwriting Contest. Industry professionals based their selection on entrants’ lyrics, melody and presentation. - December 13, 2008 - North Carolina Songwriter's Cooperative
Censored Launches Street Team Website and MySpace: The Censored Nation Has Begun
An Iowa band, Censored, establishes a nationwide team of dedicated fans to help promote their upcoming US tour, CD release, and overall music career. - December 13, 2008 - Censored
Gina Star Wants You to "Rock With Me"
Debut single from heralded big room House DJ. Features vocals from industry maven Deanna DellaCioppa. - December 10, 2008 - Audacious Records
The Apogee Foundation Expands Its Programs Promoting Intercultural Collaboration Through the Arts
The Apogee Foundation is expanding its internationally recognized Synergy Programs to offer new opportunities for intercultural collaboration among gifted artists from diverse cultures around the world. - December 09, 2008 - The Apogee Foundation
World Premiere of ‘Proverbs’ on Radio Latvia
It's rare to come across contemporary music that’s as melodic and appealing as Ciarán Farrell’s. Alex Moffat - Daily Mail. - December 09, 2008 - Ciaran Farrell
iTunes and CDBaby Helped Indie Artist Wayna Get First Grammy Nod
Ethiopian-born Singer-Songwriter Wayna's Loving You Remake is a true indie stand out in the Best Urban/Alternative Performance Category. The song celebrates music and the Indie struggle of trying to get on the radio, which itself is ironic considering the song is being recognized among the music industry's elite. Producer of the original Stevie Wonder is a friend who has called her "incredible." Wayna's brand of empowerment R&B, hip hop soul was cultivated out of the DC underground soul scene. - December 05, 2008 - Wayna
The Fray’s New Video Hits ABC’s Airwaves and Features a Yamaha Piano
YCAA Lent a C7 grand piano to the new music video to “You Found Me,” which is doubling as part of a promo video for the hit show Lost. - December 05, 2008 - Yamaha Corporate Artist Affairs, Inc.
Dune Dogs Host Fourth Annual Dune Dog Holiday Extravaganza
The Dune Dogs (www.thedunedogs.com), which consists of area executives playing “country-fried swamp ‘n’ roll,” has announced that the Fourth Annual Dune Dog Holiday Extravaganza will be held Monday, Dec. 22 at 8 p.m. at the Berkeley Café, located on 217 W. Martin St. - December 05, 2008 - The Dune Dogs
Viola in Music Website Owner Warns: "Last Chance to Admire Priceless Stradivari & Amati Violins and Violas"
Without having to wait one year for these beautiful instruments - December 02, 2008 - Viola in Music
TV Program on Sikh Religion Now Available Across United States
The Sikh religious programs produced by Guru Nanak Daata Baksh Lai Mission, and being telecast on JusPunjabi TV Channel every Saturday and Sunday at 6:30 pm (Eastern Time), will now be available all over the United States. Viewers may tune into them from anywhere in the USA on Dish Network's channel 809, Time Warner Cable's channel 573 and Verizon FiOS' channel 1757. - November 20, 2008 - Guru Nanak Daata Baksh Lai Mission
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"The Tide is [Not so] High" "Blondie" Keyboardist Sings New Tune as Drug Counselor at NYC’s Carnegie Hill Institute
It’s been a long strange trip for founding member, hit songwriter Jimmy Destri of seminal ‘70/80’s mega pop group Blondie. Jimmy, originator of the band’s unique punk-pop synth sound and writer/lyrist of half of the band’s catalog including three of the band’s... - November 11, 2008 - Blondie
The Christmas Carolers, LLC., a New Less Expensive Alternative to Stale Holiday Entertainment, Launches It’s Nationwide Expansion Into Seven U.S. Markets
The Christmas Carolers, LLC., a New less expensive alternative to stale Holiday Entertainment, launches it’s nationwide expansion into seven U.S. markets. This season the company offers their unique blend of entertainment in the following markets: New York City, NY / Washington, DC / Charlotte, NC / Atlanta, GA / Birmingham, Montgomery and Huntsville, AL. - November 11, 2008 - The Christmas Carolers, LLC
Music Icon Patti Page Celebrates Her 80th
Patti Page celebrates her 60th anniversary as a recording artist and her 80th birthday. - November 11, 2008 - Patti Page
Bartlesville Symphony Concert
Bartlesville Symphony Concert November 22nd at the Bartlesville Community Center. 8:00 p.m. "Made in America" - November 06, 2008 - Bartlesville Symphony Orchestra
Philly Rockers SPiN Offer a Chance to Show Hinder Your "Lips of an Angel"
Upload the sexiest photo of your lips to win free concert tickets and meet multi-platinum Universal Recording artist Hinder. Their smash hit, "Lips of an Angel" sat atop the Billboard charts in the U.S. as well as around the world and became one of the top songs and ringtones of 2006. - November 02, 2008 - SPiN
Michael Antonio Invites Chic Footwear Fans to Exclusive Event at Shiekh
Giveaways and Entertainment by Michael Antonio Muse and Mprint Music artist, Jimmie Reign. - November 02, 2008 - MPRINT MUSIC
Bump if You Love Me Singer/Songwriter Nathan Veshecco’s Ode to the Obamas
With the most important Presidential election in history taking place next week, Nathan Veshecco has written a song for Barack and Michelle Obama called Bump If You Love Me. The two-minute song plays off the affectionate fist bump the Democratic Presidential nominee and his wife give to one another... - November 01, 2008 - Nathan Veshecco
Texas Radio CD Released by Los High Tops, Acclaimed Surfabilly Band
Acclaimed Surfabilly band, Los High Tops, released “Texas Radio,” their first full-length CD, published by Nervous Music America. “Texas Radio” features an engaging mix of originals that draw from the diversity of Americana Roots music. Hicks With Sticks, California’s... - October 31, 2008 - Los High Tops
Bail Me Out
Hard financial times have always led to great music. Muddy Waters. Johnny Cash. James Brown. All of them sang about the struggle to put food on the table. So it's no surprise that musicians today are responding to the credit crunch, and the federal government's attempt to solve it, in song. Jim Becker, a 47-year-old Whittier songwriter who says he moved to Los Angeles in 1984 with $800 in his pocket hoping to make it big, echoes what a lot of Americans are feeling right now. - October 31, 2008 - Foggy Idea Music