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 | Oddisee Inks Two Project Deal With Mello Music Group
Hip-hop super-producer and emcee Oddisee has signed a deal to produce and record songs for two projects with Mello Music Group. 08/28/2008 |
R&B/Hip Hop Duo Steelo Releases First Music Video "Make Up My Mind" to Major Networks and Internet Platforms
Seattle-based, R&B/Hip Hop duo Steelo released their first music video, "Make Up My Mind," this week to both on-line video outlets and major networks. The video was filmed in New York City and directed by James "Latin" Clark, with photography direction by Matt Workman, whose reel includes Busta Rhymes and KRS ONE. 08/28/2008
Wayne Kramer of MC5 and Wolfgang's Vault Announce Distribution Agreement
Fresh from his historic performance at the DNC in Denver, Wayne Kramer of MC5 fame announced a major Music Distribution Agreement with Wolfgang's Vault, the Concerts Archive. 08/28/2008
 | Norwegian composer and pianist Ola Gjeilo Releases New Age Piano Music with "Stone Rose" Deeply Rooted in New York, Los Angeles and Madison, WI.
Celebrated young Norwegian composer's solo piano album, Stone Rose, is firmly grounded in America; poignant pieces resonate with purity, complemented by flugelhorn, violin and cello. Pianist Ola Gjeilo plans New York-area performances to support the growth of Stone Rose. New age radio and solo piano critics praise Ola Gjeilo's debut album. 08/27/2008 |
NY Games Conference Brings Together Top Games, Media, & Entertainment Executives in New York City, Sept. 25-26
NEW VENUE: Event to be held at Museum of Jewish Heritage in Battery Park 08/26/2008
"Pass It On," New CD from Grammy-Winning Bassist-Composer Dave Holland, Due for September 23 Release on Dare2/Emarcy Records
One of the most respected figures in jazz today, Dave Holland has been honored for his innovative work in many musical contexts, ranging from duo to quintet to big band. On his new CD "Pass It On," the bassist debuts his stellar sextet, comprised of colleagues old and new. 08/26/2008
Tom Kat Records Signs Mercury Bullet
Fresno rockers join new Record label. 08/26/2008
Nic Mc and Aquamuzic Join Forces to Convert Music into Water
The first online music label to give 100% of its net profits to water projects in the developing world joins with an original and bold electric guitar player, Nic Mc, www.nicmc.com 08/25/2008
Creating a Buzz: DJ Micro Re-Launches Caffeine Recordings
Internationally acclaimed as one of the US's premiere dance music producers and re-mixers, DJ Micro has been nominated by DJ Times as "America's Best DJ" and by the Club Music Awards for the "Best DJ Set" in 2008. No stranger to the international dance music scene, DJ Micro drops his latest mix record "Inside of Me" on his newly resurrected label, Caffeine Recordings. 08/24/2008
 | Ceylon Records Recording Artist, DeLon, Responds to M.I.A.'s Denial of Terrorist Affiliation
DeLon's video that utilized a remix of M.I.A.'s song, "Paper Planes", has stirred mass amounts of controversy throughout the blogosphere and media, including front page of the BBC Entertainment Website. Projecting comparisons of M.I.A.'s "terrorist chic" image with the Sri Lankan terrorist group, the LTTE, DeLon has drawn comments and letters ranging from praise and admiration to hatred and death threats. DeLon responds to his fans and critics with another remix music video that exhibits a rare message of peace and unity from a hip-hop rapper. 08/22/2008 |
Def Leppard Launches "Rockzimity Marketing" on August 23rd at Joe Louis Arena in Detroit "Win a Trip to the Sparkle Lounge"
ACE Marketing & Promotions Inc. Power "ROCKZIMITY MARKETING" Bluetooth & Wifi content delivery system Free Content to all fans attending the show. 08/20/2008
2Pac & The Outlawz' 1Nation Movement Goes Worldwide
Makaveli the Don Will No Doubt Be Saluting His Soldiers From Thug Heaven for Carrying the Torch and Inspiring Millions With The Worldwide Launch of 1 Nation 08/20/2008
Thump Celebrates 19 Years As B-DUB/JAGGO Present Evelyn "Champagne" King's New CD - Jodie V. Opens LA's House of Blues August 19th
Thump Records Celebrates 19 Years As Their B-DUB Imprint Joins Jaggo Records to Present Evelyn "Champagne" King's First Release in 15 Years August 19th
Grammy Award-Winning artist Evelyn Champagne King Will Debut her New CD, Open Book, Live at the House of Blues in LA on August 19th With Special Guest, Latin Sensation Jodie V. Whose Thump Album Will be Released September 9th 08/18/2008
 | Better Black Television (BBTV) Set To Launch Worldwide In 2009
P. Miller Makes History As The First Hip-Hop Entrepreneur To Own A Television Network, Is The Youngest Chairman In The Game, And Takes His Fast-Paced, Growing Brand to Wall Street. 08/15/2008 |
Anthony Brown's Asian American Orchestra at "Ten": New CD + Yoshi's San Francisco Show on 9/11
Over the past decade, the San Francisco Bay Area-based Asian American Orchestra -- led by drummer/composer/producer Anthony Brown -- has won an international reputation with a series of collaborations featuring major jazz players like Steve Lacy and David Murray. Now the Grammy-nominated orchestra marks its tenth anniversary with a new CD compilation, a new community-based initiative, and an appearance on 9/11 at Yoshi's San Francisco. 08/15/2008
Elliott Cohn Headlines Skipper's Smokehouse in Tampa, FL
Elliott Cohn returns to his hometown of Tampa FL for a special show at Skipper's Smokehouse with Elliott Cohn and the Cosmic Sweat Society, and very special guest Marty Balin of Jefferson Airplane/Starship. 08/15/2008
 | It's All About The Fans for Tenth Street Entertainment, Eleven Seven Music, and Fancorps
Tenth Street Entertainment and Eleven Seven Music In Conjunction with Fancorps Launch Street and Viral Marketing Teams to Support Mötley Crüe, Crüe Fest, Buckcherry, Papa Roach, Sixx:A.M. and Drowning Pool Efforts. 08/14/2008 |
 | Master P Changes Name to P. Miller to Prove to Young Hip-Hop Artists That They're Not Limited to Just One Career
Successful businessman and entrepreneur Percy Miller has officially changed his name to P. Miller and will no longer respond to the name "Master P." 08/13/2008 |
 | Jude Johnstone Releases Her Fourth CD "Mr. Sun" on BoJak Records, August 19, 2008
Jude Johnstone's new CD "Mr. Sun" continues with the jazzy/blues musical rhythms found in her last project "Blue Light," while maintaining her trademarks of emotional depth, passionate vocals and haunting melodies. Johnstone's level of artistry continues to grow with "Mr. Sun." 08/12/2008 |
 | Exotic Electronica Album COSMIX by Ram Dass & DJ Kriece Mixes It Up with Music & New Media, Reminding Us to "Enjoy it All!"
His new enhanced album, Cosmix, blends Ram Dass' celebrated words and chilled electronica beats mixed by Down-under DJ Kriece. CD enhanced with video of Ram Dass' final recorded conversation with Timothy Leary. Related promotional campaigns on YouTube, MySpace and at radio and retail offer devotees new ways to connect. 08/12/2008 |
Progressive Rock Band Influenced by Gandhi Releases Songs Addressing World Issues
Using the power of song and the universal language of music, this unique band helps raise awareness and money for worthy charities fighting world problems. 08/12/2008
Big Fuss Records Gears Up for Exceptional New Age Album Release
A new listening adventure is in the works over at Big Fuss Records that's also a new genre for the label. Big Fuss Records has yet to release a "New Age" style record, until now. 08/12/2008
Music! Technology! Cocktails! Bandwidth Music | Technology Conference Is This Week -- Bandwidth and Noise Pop to Announce Collaboration
The Bandwidth Conference, which takes place August 14 & 15 in San Francisco, explores issues of interest to the music and technology communities and the continuing fusion between the industries. 08/11/2008
Modern Drummer Magazine Announces All-Star Line-Up and New Location for 2008 Modern Drummer Festival Weekend
Modern Drummer Publications is proud to announce an unprecedented lineup of world-class drum artists, along with a new location just north of New York City, for the eighteenth edition of Modern Drummer Festival Weekend--the most prestigious, longest-running, and largest live drumming event in the world. 08/10/2008
5th Annual IAMA (International Acoustic Music Awards) Kicks Off
5th Annual IAMA (International Acoustic Music Awards) kicks off. Past winners include hit artists such as Charlie Dore (2007 Top Winner), Fertitta And McClintock (2006 Top Winner) and Jen Foster (2006 Top Winner). 08/07/2008
 | Who Needs a Record Label in the Modern Age?
HyperDiy are the worlds first 'Record label replacement service' allowing bands access to facilities traditionally associated with having a record deal, but for fixed, modest fees and taking not one % in royalties from the artist. Aimed at artists, bands and small labels. HyperDiy can handle anything from simple online distribution to a full campaign including Videos and radio plugging and a number of ever expending territories around the world. 08/07/2008 |
 | Interscope Artist, M.I.A., Exposed For Questionable Use Of Lyrics and Artwork
Ceylon Records' recording Artist, DeLon, questions Interscope recording Artist, M.I.A., on a remix music video of her song, "Paper Planes". "Paper Planes" has been extensively promoted by Universal Music Group in the upcoming movie, "Pineapple Express". The remixed video has garnered enormous support from the Sri Lankan and European communities. This controversial video can be viewed on the Ceylon Records' homepage at www.ceylonrecords.com. 08/06/2008 |
BFM Digital Releases "Jamtse: Love And Compassion" A Benefit Album in Support for The Tibet Fund
BFM Digital announces the album release of "Jamtse: Love and Compassion - An Offering to The Tibet Fund". Proceeds from the digital sale of Jamtse will benefit the full range of outreach, assistance and educational services The Tibet Fund provides. 08/06/2008
H.R. of Bad Brains Set to Release Two New Singles from Upcoming Solo Album 'Hey Wella'
Bad Brains' H.R. releases new song "Did I Tell You" off his new album "Hey Wella" on August 5, 2008 following with a release of title track "Hey Wella" on August 19th. 08/02/2008
 | Chart-topping Soprano to Perform at Head Start Benefit Concert
Crossover-classical vocalist Valencia Vas returns home for a series of concerts in New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware including a deeply personal benefit concert for the Monroe County Head Start program. 08/01/2008 |
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