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Bandwidth Music | Technology Conference 2009 Features a Gathering of the Early Digital Music Leaders   The Bandwidth Conference gathers music, technology, digital music, and media professionals to explore the ever-evolving music experience. Bandwidth 2009 takes place on August 27 and 28 in San Francisco. 07/24/2009

Michael Moore Brings Oscar-Quality Films to the 2009 Traverse City Film Festival   Traverse City Film Festival founder Michael Moore has announced "the best movie lineup" in its five-year history for the 2009 event that runs from July 28 through Aug. 2 in the northern Michigan town of Traverse City, Michigan. 07/24/2009

Dreampilots Take Flight and 'Comedown' with Debut Album   Norwegian band will release North American debut on September 29 through Red Hammer Records and E1 Entertainment Distribution (formerly KOCH Entertainment) 07/23/2009

In Support of His New Project, Wilson Hawk-The Road, Acclaimed Guitarist Richie Kotzen's Set to Perform at BB King's New York July 28
In Support of His New Project, Wilson Hawk-The Road, Acclaimed Guitarist Richie Kotzen is Set to Perform at BB King's New York July 28 in an "Eddie Trunk Presents" Event at 237 W 42nd St - New York, NY 10036-7201- (212) 997-4144 www.bbkingblues.com And fans will receive a free download of the song Remember (Reprise) by joining Richie's mailing list at www.richiekotzen.com. They can also be among the very first fans to see the Wilson Hawk "Everything Good" video at: www.myspace.com/wilsonhawk and www.richiekotzen.com 07/22/2009

Trey McIntyre Project Celebrates Stellar Inaugural Year; Announces Year 2: 2009-10 Season   In what can only be described as a ferociously ambitious inaugural year, Trey McIntyre Project finished its first season as a full-time dance company with a remarkable list of accomplishments -- and now announces Year 2 performance schedule. 07/21/2009

Michael Jackson was Planning to Record in Spanish   Michael Jackson, who was crowned in the Millennium edition of the Guinness Book of World Records as the King of Charity, by way of breaking the record for most charities supported by a Pop Star, had plans to record a single in Spanish with IMC Records to benefit yet another charitable organization. 07/21/2009

Ebb & Flow Arts Presents Summer Music Hawai'i, 5 Events on 3 Islands, Free Admission, July 25-August 1, 2009
Summer Music Hawai'i comprises five events on three islands - Oahu, Maui and the Big Island. It features Tilden Trio (San Francisco - www.tildentrio.com), Paul Carroll, percussion (NY) and many other Hawaii-based dancers, artists and musicians. These events are funded in part by National Endowment for the Arts which believes a great nation deserves great art. Admission to all events is free. 07/21/2009

Donald Robinson Nominated 2009 Grammy Award in the General Field No.4 Best New Artist
Robinson's compact disc single titled, "Donald Robinson Sings Love Songs", featured two songs, "Without Love (There Is Nothing)" and "Love Me Tender", released on a legitimate independent record label. The independent label, Donald Robinson Music Recording Company, INC., is a signatory with the American Federation of Music (AFM) located in New York, New York. 07/17/2009

ABKCO Records To Release Post Grad Soundtrack August 18 New Music From Jack Savoretti, The Bird and The Bee, Lucy Schwartz...
Hot new summer soundtrack includes never before releases songs by indie artists Jack Savoretti, the bird and the bee, Lucy Schwartz, Kevin Drew plus tracks by Gym class Heroes, Lilly Allen and others. 07/17/2009

Bandwidth Music | Technology Conference 2009 Announces Conversation with Ian Rogers, CEO, Topspin   The Bandwidth Conference gathers music, technology, digital music, and media professionals to explore the ever-evolving music experience. Bandwidth 2009 takes place on August 27 and 28 in San Francisco. 07/16/2009

iggli Provides 'invite' Service to StubHub   The world's largest ticket marketplace is the latest to integrate iggli's friend-to-friend communication service. 07/14/2009

American Idol Justin Guarini Shifts Into Drivetime At Slot-1   American Idol Justin Guarini accompanies Philadelphia based sextet Drivetime at Slot-1 Studios for the recording and mixing of the band's new release titled 'Reflections'. Guarini lead sings to a handful of classics from 'What You Won't Do' to 'Let's Stay Together', jazz rendition style. 07/08/2009

SMG PRESENTS Headless Cross Tour 2009
Rock Legends of Black Sabbath, Tony Martin and Geoff Nichols to go on tour in the U.S. and Canada. 07/07/2009

Deana Martin Flies High With New CD, 'Volare', as a Follow-Up to her Acclaimed Debut Album, 'Memories Are Made of This'; Daughter of Dean Martin Carries on Tradition of Excellence, Talent and Coolness!
If Dean Martin was "The King of Cool", Deana Martin is the Queen of Cool! On each of the 15 songs on this new CD, we're treated to the versatility, passion and showmanship of an entertainer who was born to interpret this music. On a program that includes timeless classics penned by everyone from Billy Joel to Elvis Presley to Cole Porter, it takes a singer who can do more than sing. It takes a vocalist who knows how to interpret the essence of each song. 07/06/2009

"Right Here" Debut Single from Carmen Reece Remixed By Famed Remixer & Producer Dave Audé
U.K. sensation Carmen Reece is U.S. bound with a hot new sound that is set to wow listeners and critics worldwide. The up tempo first single "Right Here" from her upcoming album debut Love in Stereo, was written by Reece, Feist and Wayne Hector (Pussycat Dolls, Britney Spears). Remixed by famed remixer and producer Dave Audé whose credits include Lady Gaga's "Poker Face," Pussycat Dolls' "Hush Hush," Beyoncé's "Halo" and Kelly Clarkson's "Never Again". Carmen is embarking on her first U.S. Radio Promotional tour covering 10 cities in four weeks including special club performances. 07/06/2009

Album Cover Artist Tom Wilkes Dies Unexpectedly at Home in California   Award winning artist and designer Tom Wilkes died unexpectedly on Sunday, June 28 at his home in Pioneertown, CA at the age of 69. Wilkes was the art director of the Monterey International Pop Festival in 1967. He designed many classic album covers like Rolling Stones' "Beggars Banquet" and Neil Young's "Harvest." He was awarded a Grammy in 1974 for Best Recording Package for "Tommy" as performed by the London Symphony Orchestra and Choir. 07/05/2009

Film Producer Brandon Yankowitz Throws Party for 'Trophy Kids' Stars   The "Trophy Kids" of Generation Y Prove They Know How to Party! 07/03/2009

Former Three 6 Mafia Member Mr. Del Releases THRILLA   Mr. Del, former member of the multi-platinum, hardcore rap group Three 6 Mafia, released his third solo album, THRILLA, on June 30th. The highly anticipated project is the first release through Holy South's new major distribution partnership with Universal Music Christian Group. 07/01/2009

6th Annual IAMA (International Acoustic Music Awards) Kicks Off
6th Annual IAMA (International Acoustic Music Awards) is currently accepting entries. Past winners include: The Refugees, Charlie Dore (UK), Fertitta and McClintock (USA), Jen Foster USA), Mistin' (Australia), David Francey (Canada). 07/01/2009

North Carolina Rockers THE FIFTH Combine Sex, Drugs and Rock n' Roll for Upcoming EMG/Universal Debut   The Fifth has signed with EMG/Universal and will release their debut album Confessions of Man on July 28, 2009. The band has also signed an exclusive long-term management agreement with partners Ricky B. Rogers & Ray Ware of Nashville-based Fused Management. 06/30/2009

R&B Group, Ju-Taun, Announces Release of Debut Album, Love Changes Things, Out June 30th, 2009
Ju-Taun, most notable for their exuberant, richly orchestrated, fusion of vintage soul and contemporary R&B/Pop, have announced the release of their highly-anticipated debut album, Love Changes Things, available June 30th worldwide. 06/30/2009

Bandwidth Music | Technology Conference 2009 Announces Conversation with Cory Ondrejka, Executive VP, Digital Marketing, EMI Music
The Bandwidth Conference gathers music, technology, digital music, and media professionals to explore the ever-evolving music experience. Bandwidth 2009 takes place on August 27 and 28 in San Francisco. 06/30/2009

ZZYZX SnapJack Inc. Reinvents Music's Magnetism
SnapJack Instrument Cables are First to Utilize Magnetic Jack Technology, Gaining a Worldwide Following and a Famous Customer Base 06/25/2009

USA Songwriting Competition Winner Kate Voegele Hits Top 10 On Billboard 200 Albums Chart
Kate Voegele went from unknown to her star status, started her claim to fame by winning first prize in the 2005 USA Songwriting Competition with her song "Only Fooling Myself" in the Pop category. Her new ablum finally hit Top 10 on the Billboard 200 Albums charts. 06/25/2009

WW2 Reflections, Dublin Ireland To Begin Filming New Battle Tour Film In Holland This Fall
Filming to start in September for Part 2 of The Battlefield Tour Series The Americans on D-Day to VE Day. The Americans D-Day to VE Day and will feature popular Battle Tour Guide Host Ellwood von Seibold 06/24/2009

Jason Mraz Adopts New Technology To Help Fans Connect   Atlantic Records Artist Continues His Innovative Use of Technology By Adding iggli Invite Service To His Website 06/23/2009

Concertvault for iPhone wins MacWorld UK Best App of 2009   Concertvault for iPhone, the free iPhone app enabling concert streaming 06/23/2009

Urban Network's "Be Seen and Be Heard" Locks Down Both Coasts BET Weekend
The Urban Network's Creative Affairs Department has expanded its newest event to New York, New York while still maintaining the Los Angeles session on the eve of the BET Awards. "Be Seen and Be Heard" is scheduled to take place at private locations in the beautiful bureau of Manhattan, and Los Angeles, CA, June 27th, 2009. 06/19/2009

Child's Play Communications Introduces Music Moms - Where the Power of Music Meets the Power of Mom
Child's Play Communications, specialists in publicity and marketing communications for products and services targeted to moms, is excited to announce the launch of Music Moms. Recognized for its successful outreach to top media for the past two decades, and more recently for its extensive social media and direct-to-mom capabilities, Child's Play Communications is introducing a unique opportunity for marketers to increase visibility of their music projects through influential online moms. 06/19/2009

Grammy Nominated Drummer & Percussionist, Bobby Sanabria Participates and Performs at the Latin Music USA Panel at the Aspen Ideas Festival on June 29 - July 5
Jazz extraordinaire Bobby to be featured in a panel discussing the upcoming ground breaking four hour PBS documentary, Latin Music USA. 06/19/2009