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ThumbPeople Helping Families Affected by Swine Flu School Closings
ThumbPeople, Inc. supports preschool families and responds to school closings due to the Swine Flu. - May 06, 2009 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
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
ThumbPeople Launches Thumbuddy Club Preschool Curriculum
ThumbPeople, Inc. launches Thumbuddy Club preschool curriculum acclaimed for building self worth in children. - May 03, 2009 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
Back to Motown for Lo-Down
Davis named SVP Marketing and Promotions for indie Lo-Down Entertainment - May 01, 2009 - Lo-Down Entertainment
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
Law Enforcement's Own Police Corporal Darden Has Released His Second CD
The CD is titled "Walk Away" and is sure to please all who listen. Darden said "I had fun making this CD because it's filled with that old school vibe we have all been missing." - April 09, 2009 - SLD Productions
Poet/Performance Artist Kylyra Debuts Live in UK
Poet and performance artist Kylyra appearing live in Manchester. - April 07, 2009 - Dark World International
Capretta Jolts the Dance Floor with “Big Mama’s House”
Big Mama's House, produced by international dance music producer Rod Carrillo, is already making crowds go wild with infatuation, where it is currently spinning. Capretta’s new unforgettable “Big Mama’s House” single has a complete bump and grind remix package with the likes of Chris Shannon, DJ Kilo, Peter Brown, Tim Schommer, The Perry Twins and Rod Carrillo. - April 02, 2009 - Dancemusiclabel.com/Carrillo Music LLC
ThumbPeople Adds Words of Blessing to It’s Affirmation CD Series
ThumbPeople has added a Words of Blessing affirmation CD to its soaking CD series which includes Words of Love, Words of Encouragement, Words of Healing and now, Words of Blessing. ThumbPeople soaking CD’s are based on the philosophy that positive, uplifting words have the ability to... - March 22, 2009 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
Rod Carrillo and Ronnie Sumrall Release the Long Awaited "Moonshine Rising"
“Moonshine Rising” by Rod Carrillo and Ronnie Sumrall on vocals. The sensual vocals and melodic journeys of all these mixes will have DJ sets and dance floors wanting more. Remixes by Peter Brown aka The Grower, Albert Castillo, Dave Matthias, and J Paul. - March 20, 2009 - Dancemusiclabel.com/Carrillo Music LLC
Blog Reviews Requested by ThumbPeople, Inc.
ThumbPeople, originators of the Thumbuddy children’s book series, Thumbuddy Club preschool curriculum and the ThumbPeople affirmation CD series is requesting blog reviews of its books and CDs. Gaining attention for developing self worth within children, the thumbprint character, Thumbuddy,... - March 12, 2009 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
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
The Mastering Room Announces It's Grand Opening in Las Vegas, NV
A brand new world class CD Mastering Studio has officially opened its doors in Las Vegas, NV. The Mastering Room was designed and implemented by President/Chief Engineer Greg Forsberg. - March 09, 2009 - The Mastering Room
ThumbPeople Ready to Inspire Educators at the Minnesota Early Childhood Educator’s Conference
Early Childhood Educator, Kelly Olson, will represent ThumbPeople and its goal to encourage the development of self worth within children at the 7th Annual Minnesota Early Childhood Educator’s Conference to be held March 13-14 at Concordia University, Saint Paul, Minnesota. The goal of the... - March 08, 2009 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
ThumbPeople Rolls Out Its Own “Family Bailout Plan”
ThumbPeople, Inc., a company committed to building up individuals and families through the use of positive and encouraging words is upping its efforts in light of today’s challenging economy and increasingly negative news media by rolling out its ThumbPeople Family Bailout Plan. The... - March 04, 2009 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
Poet and Performance Artist Kylyra Announces New Project, KyPoetry
Poet and performance artist Kylyra announces the web premiere of her new audio poetry project, KyPoetry. - February 27, 2009 - Dark World International
Blockstar Music Shoots First Video
New Independent label Blockstar Music is prepping to shoot its first music video for their first international artist. The first artist to be released under the new label is Young Gent. His first single is called “Grown and Sexy” which features newcomers Chase and Drake Murphy and can... - February 23, 2009 - Blockstarmusic
ThumbPeople Requesting Product and Website Reviews
ThumbPeople, Inc., the company that originated the Thumbuddy children’s book series, Thumbuddy Club preschool curriculum and the ThumbPeople affirmation CD series is requesting public reviews of its product line and website. Recognized as being a vehicle in developing self worth within... - February 21, 2009 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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.
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
The 1st Family of Techno, the Burden Brothers, Release Their Long Awaited New Album on 430 West
Detroit’s own native sons, Lawrence Burden and Lenny Burden, announce the release of their new album, Octave One “Summers on Jupiter,” on their own reborn label, 430 West Records and P-Vine (Japan). - November 27, 2008 - 430 West Records, LTD.
Thumbuddy Author Inspires Mothers of Preschoolers
Mark Arens, the author of the Thumbuddy children’s book series and founder of ThumbPeople, Inc. addressed members of MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) on Monday, November 17th in Pine City, MN. MOPS is an international organization which helps preschool moms through relationships established in... - November 21, 2008 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
David Chance, Former Member of Ruff Endz, Joins Optimus Entertainment Group, Forming a Marketing Alliance
You may not know the name David Chance but you certainly know and will remember his music. Songs such as “No More” (Shopping Sprees) and “Some One to Love You” from the Sony/Epic R&B Duo. Ruff Endz dominated the radio airwaves upon their release in 2000 and 2002! Breaking records on the Urban AC charts, Ruff Endz made their mark. - November 20, 2008 - Optimus Entertainment Group LLC
ThumbPeople, Inc. Partners with United States Christian Chamber of Commerce
ThumbPeople, Inc. has joined forces with the United States Christian Chamber of Commerce committing their children’s book and music business to an even higher standard of excellence. Adopting the Christian Chamber of Commerce directive, ThumbPeople has positioned itself to positively impact... - November 07, 2008 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
Optimus Entertainment Group, LLC Welcomes Allen Spencer to the Optimus Network
Allen Spencer is also a Staff Writer and the A&R Rep in the areas of Blue Grass, Country and Rock on the Optimus Network. - November 06, 2008 - Optimus Entertainment Group LLC
Irish Hard Rockers Deemed Psychotic Finishing '2nd Take'
Irish hard rock band Deemed Psychotic return to the studio to finish '2nd Take' and release nine new songs for free at www.darkworld.com. - November 06, 2008 - Dark World International
ThumbPeople, Inc. Presents Thumbuddy Thursdays
ThumbPeople, Inc. has packaged “Thumbuddy Thursdays” for children at daycare centers, preschools, before and after school childcare programs and libraries across the country. Thumbuddy Thursdays are structured to take place one hour a week for seven weeks. At Thumbuddy Thursdays,... - November 03, 2008 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
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
Three Things You Can do to Get Out and Stay Out of Debt for Good According to Psalm Tree Records Owner Jim Anderson
In these challenging economic times, most people are finding themselves too deep in debt, and don't know how that happened. Reverend Jim Anderson, author of the audio book "How To Live Debt Free", and owner of Psalm Tree Records understands that problem all too well. In his audio book, which is being released by Psalm Tree Records in an unusual move for a record company, describes three simple steps for getting out of debt and staying out. - October 30, 2008 - Psalm Tree Records
MixMyMusic.net Announces New Online Music Mixing Service for Musicians, Bands, and Artists
MixMyMusic.net and Recording Engineer Christian Cummings announce a new, online mixing service for musicians and bands world-wide. Artists can now have a professional tailor their mix to professional standards regardless of where they’re located. - October 29, 2008 - MixMyMusic.net
GiG Productions Signs Lengendary Recording Artist, and Actor, Cuba Gooding Sr. to Management Deal
Jeff “Sincere’ Arcio CEO and Sr. Talent Manager, along GiG Productions announced today that the firm has signed international R&B/Soul recording artist and actor Cuba Good Sr. to its roster of clients. - October 29, 2008 - GiG Productions
ThumbPeople Children’s Books Gain Momentum at Literary Festival
ThumbPeople books and music featuring the children’s self-worth building character, “Thumbuddy” created a buzz at this month’s Twin Cities Book Festival sponsored by Rain Taxi. The day-long autumn gala gathers the diverse Twin Cities book community to celebrate literary... - October 27, 2008 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
ThumbPeople Video Release Expected to Create Ripple Causes Whitecap
ThumbPeople, Inc., the producer of children’s literature and music with the goal of building self confidence in children through creatively fun methods, unleashed their first video today. The ThumbPeople video, “First Steps Prove Tricky, Watch me Fall and Laugh” currently posted... - October 24, 2008 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
Song Surgeon Version 2.0 Set to be Released on October 14, 2008
Release of Song Surgeon Version 2.0. Key New Features Plus Availability in Five Languages. - October 14, 2008 - Todd, Michael & James, Inc.
MySongCast.com Gives Artists Full Control Over the Sale of Their Music
With debate raging about the future of music as major sites exclude Indie artists and others offer minimal revenue and control, MySongCast beats a different tune. Free to join, MySongCast puts artists in full control of their music pricing, copyright and career. MySongCast launched its download service this week offering most artists a whopping 78% of song revenue. In the midst of the music turmoil, perhaps MySongCast is the real alternative artists have been looking for. - October 10, 2008 - MySongCast
Minister Kaine, Songwriter for The Compton's Own "the Game" Joins Optimus Entertainment Group as an Exclusive Artist
Kaine has a song with Compton's own The Game entitled "Real Out Here" look for plenty airplay on his single "How Ya Doin" it's sure to be a club classic the 8 track disc gives you all he has and more - October 05, 2008 - Optimus Entertainment Group LLC