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Draw Your Own Thumbuddy Contest
ThumbPeople, Inc., the creator of the Thumbuddy children’s book series is sponsoring a “Draw Your Own Thumbuddy Contest” for kids. Here’s what kid’s need to do . . . Draw Thumbuddy on a white piece of paper. Have fun and be creative. Write words that describe... - February 13, 2009 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
Mohawk Bomb Records Announces New Music Releases for Spring 2009
Mohawk Bomb Records, the award-winning, Clearwater-based independent record label, announces its release schedule for spring 2009. Soulfound "Live at Zen Recording": features 5 songs performed live at Zen Recording from their "Is a Rock Band" album, released in September 2008. - February 12, 2009 - Mohawk Bomb Records
Party of Two @ Beast: Live Jazz in the Back Room
Jazz violinist Zach Brock will appear in performance with guitarists Jonathan Kreisberg, Ben Monder, and Nate Radley at Beast Restaurant, located at 638 Bergen Street in Brooklyn’s Prospect Heights neighborhood at 8PM on February 16, 23, and March 2 respectively. There is no cover charge or drink minimum and seating is limited. Call 718-399-6855 to make a reservation. - February 08, 2009 - Secret Fort Music, LLC
'Art of Invention' Song Honors Inventors for African Heritage Month
‘Art of Invention’ is a song written by Jair Dynast to pay tribute to the significant contributions African-Americans inventors have made to modern society. - February 06, 2009 - eMultimedia Group, Inc.
The Boy from Space Lands at Sunset; the UK Pop Act Signs Record Deal with Sunset Records
Don Lichterman’s Sunset Records, this week, announces the new worldwide recording deal by signing The Boy From Space. The band plans on making a huge impact in the global market and in the music industry with the release of their debut album, "London, Paris, Tokyo, Space" CD on March 17, 2009. - February 02, 2009 - Sunset Corporation of America
Eden's Curse and Pamela Moore Win the Ultimate Band Contest
Congratulations to Eden’s Curse and Pamela Moore, they are the first of three artists to win the Ultimate Band Contest. Eden’s Curse and Pamela Moore will be featured in Damien Dante’s new horror film “Jezebeth”. - February 01, 2009 - Dark Star Records
Sterling Bank Launches Radio Advertising Campaign with Creative and Media Buying from Radio Lounge
When Houston based Sterling Bank decided it wanted to use radio advertising to acquire new business customers, Radio Lounge was the choice for strategy, creative development, production and media buying services - January 31, 2009 - Radio Lounge - A Direct Response Radio Advertising Agency
Thumbuddy Thrills Children, Parents and Educators
Thumbuddy, an endearing and lovable thumbprint character that engages children, equips parents and excites educators is gaining momentum around the country. - January 30, 2009 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
Rapper Jair Dynast Delivers Keynote at Imagine Student Success Conference
Five Workshops at Toronto inner city P.S. during African Heritage Month will highlight significant contributions made by African-American inventors. - January 29, 2009 - eMultimedia Group, Inc.
Daville Artist, Dragon Releases New Video Featuring Reggaeton Veteran Bimbo
Daville Entertainment Artist Dragon Releases New Video featuring Bimbo. Talks about up coming shows and New EP album set for release in late spring. - January 29, 2009 - Daville Entertainment, LLC
Hyperbolic Audio Launches a Top Caliber, One-Stop Sound Shop …and That’s No Exaggeration
Some say a picture is worth a thousand words. However, partners Julian Rebolledo and Sean Elias-Reyes believe that the core of great storytelling is the skillfully crafted fusion of sound that gives voice to visual imagery. Their passion for this genre initially drew them to careers as actors,... - January 28, 2009 - Hyperbolic Audio
Go Large Records Launches Media Division
Go Large Records Launches media Division using Itunes, Amazon and other online distribution portals. Clientel include American Idol finalists and the makers of the icarly! music at Universal Studios. - January 27, 2009 - Go Large Records International, LLC
Star-Studded "I'm Good" Video Shoot and Youth Forum
(http://www.emptyvessel.org) Dr. Allean Varnado-Lang (Mother of Rapper/Producer Daz Dillinger and Aunt of Entertainer Snoop Dogg,) Empty Vessel Music, The Atlanta Dream Center, and Hip Hop Grows Up, Inc. have joined, to invite the Atlanta-city public to be a part of a major music video shoot to... - January 26, 2009 - Empty Vessel Music
Jake Records Joins MySpace Music Program
The Label's Catalog Will be Integrated Into MySpace Music, the World's Premier Online Music Community. - January 24, 2009 - Jake Records
Soul Lounge Gives Away Free John Legend Concert Tickets in Nashville, Tennessee
Soul Lounge gives away free John Legend Concert tickets in Nashville, Tennessee @ Thursday night event held at The French Quarter Cafe at 823 Woodland Street in Historic East Downtown Nashville. - January 24, 2009 - SOUL LOUNGE USA
Gina Thompson’s Missing You is Being Released Worldwide on Sunset Urban
Having sold over a million CDs worldwide, the platinum selling artist is now set to release its third (3rd) album, "Missing You" on February 3, on Sunset Urban Records. - January 23, 2009 - Sunset Corporation of America
Jair Dynast Hip Hop Music Art Investment
Is hip hop music an art investment or is it high-priced artistic music videos and strategic music alliances? - January 23, 2009 - eMultimedia Group, Inc.
Capt. Crunk’s Freestyle HipHop Jams Will be Made Available on CD, as Downloads and as Ringtones - Downloadable at All Major Retail Outlets Around the World
Some things should never go unheard which is the mentality of Capt. Crunk and the Sunset Urban label head, Don Lichterman – Freestyle Crunk is set to be released to stores in mid March. Crunk goes to work in a Bronx recording studio this week. - January 23, 2009 - Sunset Corporation of America
Rapper Daz Dillinger Set to Shoot Gospel Video with Mother, Dr. Allean Varnado Lang
Dr. Allean Varnado Lang, mother of Daz Dillenger and Snoop Dog's Aunt, will begin the video shoot of her single “I’m Good” on January 31st, 2009. Appearing with her on the track is Daz Dillinger, mostly known for his membership in the rap duo Tha Dogg Pound, with Kurupt, and his... - January 21, 2009 - Empty Vessel Music
Don Ward Joins Sunset Jazz Recordings – The Label is Dreaming About This Next CD Release
New York based independent jazz record label, Sunset Jazz recordings, announces the signing of their first artist at the label, Philadelphia-based jazz artist, Don Ward. The record deal sets up the release of his brand new debut full length CD, Dreaming, with a street date of February 17, 2009. - January 19, 2009 - Sunset Corporation of America
Memorize Shakespeare Offers Actors New Way to Learn Lines
Tailor-made audio drills cut down study time and increase recall. Actors at all levels can benefit from this new approach to memorization. - January 17, 2009 - Memorize Shakespeare
Royalty Free Music Provider Launches Free Newsletter Focused at the Media Industry
Introducing a newsletter for the multimedia industry covering the area of music and voice over use. Aiming to help small and medium-sized businesses with free information and guidance from the experience of a leading UK royalty free music provider. - January 16, 2009 - Media Music Now
Sunset Continues to Develop Music Through Its Digital Record Label
Sunset has just launched a digital record label this month, finding, signing and developing music artists with the overall objective of breaking them through its distribution system, licensing network, radio promotion, press and media departments along with its live download company and radio network. - January 16, 2009 - Sunset Corporation of America
Human Motivational Optimization Site Revealed
Jerry Bader of MRPwebmedia, a Canadian website design firm that specializes in Web video and audio announced the re-launch of it's SonicPersonality.com resource that illustrates the concept of HMO, 'Human Motivational Optimization,' a series of presentation techniques aimed at delivering a focused, memorable brand message that motivates website visitors to action by getting them to respond to Web-experiences, rather than relying on large volumes of random search traffic. - January 16, 2009 - MRPwebmedia
Grammy Nominated Producer Joins the E.R.R.U.P.T. Studios and Management
Grammy nominated producer, Doug Rasheed, joins Atlanta-based management team and will be panelist at Dynamic Producers Conference - January 11, 2009 - E.R.R.U.P.T Studios
The Hoodlaw Movement Joins Go Large Records
Haylo, who is also the creator of “Tha Hoodlaw Report”, developed the Hoodlaw Movement to produce regulation within the hip hop industry and an opportunity to provide others with a “just opportunity to succeed in life and any field of choice.” Now The Hoodlaw Movement has joined forces with Go Large Records. - January 09, 2009 - Go Large Records International, LLC
Thumbuddy Club for Preschoolers Coming to Northwestern Book Store in Maple Grove, MN
Early Childhood Educator, Kelly Olson, will launch Thumbuddy Club at two preschool events to be held at Northwestern Book Store, 12985 Elm Creek Blvd. N., Maple Grove, MN on January 19th and 22nd from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Thumbuddy Club consists of crafts, music, activities and take home bags. Seven... - January 09, 2009 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
Cheju – Broken Waves - Warm Melodic Electronic Music
Broken Waves is the third CD album by Boltfish Recordings co-owner Cheju (Wil Bolton), following on from previous full-length releases on Unlabel (Pica, 2006) and U-Cover (Diode, 2007). Cheju’s distinctive brand of warm, melodic and glitchy electronic music blends glowing analogue synth tones, deep layers of atmospheric textures and complex beatwork. - January 09, 2009 - Boltfish Recordings
Daniel Casavant, First Canadian Member of Go Large Records
Not only does the distinguished acoustic singer represent one of Canada’s finest musicians, but Daniel Casavant also represents Go Large Records as one of the first Canadian artists to sign with the American based artist development agency. - January 08, 2009 - Go Large Records International, LLC
UPhonic Records Releases Pumping New Dance Record to Help Resolution-Makers Get in Shape for the New Year
UPhonic Records released its latest compilation: Workout: Pumping House, on January 6th. Workout: Pumping House is the ultimate companion to countless New Year’s resolutions and a motivational tool for listeners to achieve their fitness goals. The complete package includes a double-disc set... - January 08, 2009 - UPhonic Records
ThumbPeople Announces Thumbuddy Buddy Award
ThumbPeople, Inc. has established the Thumbuddy Buddy Award to be awarded twice a year to encourage and recognize individuals who are truly being “Thumbuddy” in life – that is they are making a positive imprint in the lives of others. ThumbPeople spokesperson, Cathy Kirschner,... - January 04, 2009 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
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
MP3Waxx.com Celebrates Being the Industry's Highest Rated Music Promotion Service.
MP3Waxx.com celebrates being the industry's highest rated music promotion service in the year 2008. MP3Waxx successfully broke numerous records from the hottest A-List artists in the music industry. MP3Waxx supplies the top radio, club, satellite, and mixtape DJs from all over the world with the... - December 31, 2008 - MP3Waxx.com
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
MyCDparty.com Presents SOUL LOUNGE Live Music Event
MyCDparty.com presents its new version of a Live Music Soul Event called SOUL LOUNGE on Thursday, January 8, 2009 at The French Quarter Café at 823 Woodland Street in Nashville, Tennessee. Doors will open at 7pm and the show will start at 9pm. Featured performers include soul sensation Casme, jazz/Soul Band Gilmore Scott, Freddie B of Freddie B TV and the Soul Freestyle singer Bill Lee. Tickets can be purchased at www.myCDparty.com - December 26, 2008 - SOUL LOUNGE USA
Inspirational Speaker Michael Segal Releases First CD -- Possible CD Features Stories of Hope, Inspiration and Humor and the Music of The O’Neill Brothers
Shooting victim Michael Segal releases inspirational CD containing stories of hope, humor and inspiration. Music by The O'Neill Brothers. - December 24, 2008 - Lone Star Sound
ThumbPeople to Select Preschool Program to Field Test Thumbuddy Curriculum
ThumbPeople, Inc. is currently reviewing prospective preschool environments interested in field testing its Thumbuddy preschool curriculum program. ThumbPeople, Inc. has partnered with a preschool curriculum developer to package Thumbuddy curriculum for children at daycare centers, preschools,... - December 24, 2008 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
Kleenbeats Gives New Artists Music Licensing Opportunities; Opportunity on Global Music Community Gets Artists Straight to the Source
Kleenbeats, Australia’s premier music licensing company, is now accepting submissions from artists for film, Television and radio placement. - December 23, 2008 - kleenbeats Music Licensing
Christmas Gift for All Video Fans – a Free Photo and Video Postcard Service
Need4Video.com presents all video and audio fans with a new free postcard service that allows you to create your own audio and Video Christmas cards. Need4Video Online Postcard (http://send.need4video.com) offers five colorful animated templates to embed your photo or video, automatically converts videos in all popular formats for best sharing, and allows to send a created postcard at the scheduled time to as many recipients as you wish. - December 18, 2008 - Need4Video Ltd.
Federal Moguls to Release Quirky Album on Tuesday
The Federal Moguls first studio release, High Risk Investment Planning, is set to be released on Tuesday, and young listeners will be very impressed with the entire CD. The album contains 17 (plus a hidden 18th track) tracks that show off a complete diversity of music styles. High Risk Investment... - December 14, 2008 - Sunset Corporation of America
New Label Launches with New Approach
Conspiracy Theory Entertainment Group, CTEG, is a new record company with a new approach to working with artists as business partners and helping their artists maximize new opportunities to enhance their creativity. - December 14, 2008 - Conspiracy Theory Entertainment Group
Denver Artist Improv in the Top 10 for 93.3 KTCL's Hometown for the Holidays 2008; "Miss Hedonist" from New Album Omotion (2009) on 93.3 KTCL Today Through Dec. 17th
Improv's "Miss Hedonist" has been selected as one of the Top 10 in 93.3 KTCL's Hometown for the Holidays. This is the same program that helped The Flobots receive national attention. "Miss Hedonist" will play on 93.3 KTCL starting today through Wednesday, December 17th. Improv will nationally release his debut album "Omotion" on Jan. 20, 2009. The majority of the album was produced, written, recorded, and mixed entirely by Improv. - December 13, 2008 - Improv
Dominic Santana Co-Stars in Love for Sale
Actor Dominic L. Santana co-stars in the new film Love for Sale. - December 12, 2008 - Blockstarmusic
Businesses Realize That Testimonial Advertising is One of the Most Effective Types of Advertisement
Cherie Bryant of The Antelope Valley Press in Palmdale, CA says, “Bruen has produced many “Real People” radio and television commercials for us, and if their other clients find them to be as effective as we have, it’s no wonder they have produced so many of them over the years.” The premise of Bruen’s “Real People” testimonial commercials is to obtain spontaneous remarks from “regular” people (not actors), thereby lending credibility to those products and services. - December 11, 2008 - Bruen Media Group, LLC
How to Build Self Worth
ThumbPeople, Inc. continues to move forward with its four-tiered approach to encourage the development of self worth within children. ThumbPeople founder, Mark Arens, believes that a foundation of self worth will support efforts to combat bullying, peer-pressure, poor self-image, violence and other... - December 11, 2008 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
PRT Stacho «Karavan»
iRecords are ready to unleash a new album by PRT Stacho «Karavan». Every Minimal Techno / Progressive House fan will undoubtedly know the name. Now the music by PRT Stacho is easy to find in main Digital Internet stores. Despite the chosen styles' influence, PRT Stacho is... - December 08, 2008 - iRecords
Astral Sounds of Arktika
Russian label Textu Recordings, a sub-label of iRecords Group, is up to release the new album of the Russian project Arktika. It will please not only the cognoscenti and style aficionados, but also everyone who prefers quiet and beautiful Chill Out, Ambient or Downtempo. - December 07, 2008 - iRecords
Sunset's Labels Continue to Sign Artists with 2009 Street Dates Set for the Legendary Hip-Hop Vocalist, Gina Thompson, to Follow the Federal Moguls CD
Sunset's labels continue to sign artists with 2009 street dates set for the legendary Hip-Hop vocalist, Gina Thompson, to follow the Federal Moguls High Risk Investment Planning CD release. - December 07, 2008 - Sunset Corporation of America
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.
Rod Carrillo Presents Bodega Charlie Latin House Anthem, "Oye Party," for Worldwide Release
Rod Carrillo - the electrifying producer that exploded on international dance floors this year - is at it again. He is a vibrant producer/remixer that has had a year full of hits for such artists as Donna Summer, Hardrox, Crystal Waters and Judy Torres. “Oye Party” is Rod... - December 04, 2008 - Dancemusiclabel.com/Carrillo Music LLC