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Emerging Music Label Releases Song and Video Featuring First-Ever Singer/Songwriter Cartoon on the Web   Cartoon character Betty McBethal and her canine sidekick Bongodog vent their frustration with the music industry in "Mad," a pop track that showcases the plight of the unsuccessful musician and the cynical nature of today's music industry structure. 09/09/2008

Haitian Reggae Artist 'Wanted' Launches New Campaign Initiative In Support Of Haiti Troubles   Black Wolf Records' reggae recording artist 'Wanted' continues to focus on humanitarian efforts through his record campaign initiatives. As co-founder of the Jacmel Haiti American Children's Assistance Foundation (JHACAF), Wanted supports a tree planting aid solution for the Haitian people due to the destruction left by hurricane Hanna. 09/09/2008

Las Vegas Rockers Left Standing Sign to Tom Kat Records
Sin City rock group Left Standing signs a record deal with new music label at House of Blues in the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino. 09/08/2008

Legendary Tortilla Factory Releases CD "All That Jazz"
First CD from Tortilla Factory after 23-year hiatus. 09/08/2008

Indie Artist Michael James Breaks the Mold by Showcasing 2008 NACA Dates
Singer/Songwriter Michael James is set to perform at the NACA Central and Northeast October 16th and November 6th showcases. 09/05/2008

Pop Star Justin Stein Opens For Jordin Sparks and Jesse McCartney
While touring with "High School Musical's" Corbin Bleu, up and coming teen sensation Justin Stein is now set to open for Jordin Sparks and Jesse McCartney September 4, 2008 at the Prairie Capital Convention Center in Springfield, IL. 09/05/2008

Def Leppard Rocks Detroit & Joe Louis Arena with "ROCKZIMITY"
Ace Marketing & Promotions Inc. announce campaign results of their "ROCKZIMITY MARKETING" launch with Def Leppard at Joe Louis Arena on Aug 23, two lucky fans won a trip to the Sparkle Lounge. 09/04/2008

Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp Founder David Fishof Auctions Personal Memorabilia Collection   The "All Access Rock Auction" hosted by Backstage Auctions offers up decades of rare and one of a kind memorabilia direct from the personal and private collection of legendary rock and roll promoter David Fishof. 09/03/2008

New Book Introduces Musicians to the Music Press
"Guide to the Music Press 2008" provides detailed contact information and work summaries for the most active music journalists and photographers, as well as the contacts behind their favorite music print and web publications. 09/02/2008

H.R. of Bad Brains Set to Release Upcoming Solo Album "Hey Wella"
Bad Brains' H.R. releases his new solo album "Hey Wella" both digitally and physically on October 21, 2008 08/31/2008

Richtaste Finishes Lights And Shades and Shows Us Their Best Work With Sunset
In a press release sent out by Sunset Records today, Richtaste announces their new album "Lights And Shades," their highly anticipated sophomore album, is set to be in stores worldwide on September 23. 08/30/2008

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