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Select Year >> 2006 >> October >> 31

R&B / Dance Diva Joyce Sims Breaks Top 20 and Announces Live Debut of 'World'
R&B / Dance Diva Joyce Sims Debuts at #19 on the Billboard Club Play Chart (11/11/06) and her Record Label (Vessel Entertainment) announced today that she will Debut her new smash single WHAT THE WORLD NEEDS NOW, Live in New York at the Copacabana on November 22, 2006. 2006-10-31

Composer John Powell Scores, Arranges and Directs the Music to Happy Feet: In Theaters Novemburrr 17, 2006
Award-winning film composer John Powell scores, arranges and acts as musical director and musical producer for Warner Brothers' latest animated musical "Happy Feet," directed by George Miller. Film stars Robin Williams, Brittany Murphy, Elijah Wood, Hugh Jackman and Nicole Kidman and opens "Novemburrr" 17. Soundtrack features all-star ensemble Pink, Yolanda Adams, Fantasia, and Patti LaBelle and drops October 31 on Atlantic Records. 2006-10-31

Documentary Film 'What is INDIE?' Screening at Apple Store-SoHo
Indie success story continues impressive year with special event at flagship Apple store in New York City. Screening to be followed by Q & A with Director Dave Cool. 2006-10-31

4 Attachment Indie: Renaissance or Ritualism?
Montreal filmmaker Tim Rideout's new documentary urges indie movement to "get over it" and listen to some Britney 2006-10-31

Action/Thriller Film 'Adrenaline' Shot in One Take with JVC GY-HD100U
Camera's size and performance proves a winner among filmmakers. 2006-10-31

Jay-Z Producer Ski Beatz Partners with Former Roc-A-Fella Records Artist REBEL to Usher in a New Era in Rap
The strategic partnership between Ski Beatz (best known for his production on Jay-Z's Reasonable doubt) and REBEL (a former Roc-A-Fella artist best remembered for his hit single We Need the Doe as a member of the group Diamonds in da Ruff) is an unbeatable blend of exceptional lyricist and innovative producer. Ski Beatz is back on the New York scene to claim his long overdue title of 'super producer' and REBEL is sure to be not only the most sought after newcomer since 50 Cent but every bit worth the hype. 2006-10-31

Competitrack Announces U.S. Expansion -- Monitored TV Advertising Now Extends Into 100 Spot Markets
Competitrack, premier customized advertising tracking firm, has extended its TV commercial ad monitoring business into 100 U.S. spot markets. Thousands of users rely on Competitrack to monitor competitor advertising using the company's 24/7 online database of 4.5 million ads from the U.S. and 6 continents. 2006-10-31

3 Attachment Pianist Sam Stryke Releases New Christmas CD
Acclaimed pianist Sam Stryke (aka Struyk) is releasing his third major CD, "Christmas," on November 1st. Stryke, a former Atlantic Records recording artist, is an independent recording artist and jingle-writer in Chicago. His new album, "Christmas," is an instrumental, acoustic take on traditional carols, with the notable exception of Alice Peacock singing Sam Stryke's original lyrics to "The Holly and the Ivy." Christmas has a Norah Jones meets Vince Guaraldi vibe: melancholy, contemplative and rich. 2006-10-31

2 Attachment Aussie Musician Appears On New House Of Carters Reality Show
Aussie bred, Canadian based musician producer Dave Thompson makes an appearance on the new reality series 'House Of Carters,' a show that focuses on Backstreet Boy Nick Carter and his siblings working out their differences after the messy divorce of their parents. 2006-10-31

Konami Ships Death, Jr. 2: Root of Evil to Retail Stores Nationwide
The lovable son of the grim reaper is back on the PSP® system with wireless co-op play, open-ended environments, and an all-new arsenal of wacky weapons. 2006-10-31

1 Attachment Social Network Flapdaddy.com Simplifies User Interface, Million Dollar Talent Contest Easier to Enter
Flapdaddy.com an online community and social networking web site with a Million dollar talent contest offering customizable personalized web pages, video, audio, and communications features targeting individuals with talents to share, today announced the release of an updated user interface enabling simplified page lay-out. Users with no HTML or programming knowledge will now be able to easily customize their web pages, upload images and videos. 2006-10-31

6 Attachment Best International Artist 2006 Miguel Romero's Latest CD "Welcome to My World" Takes You Around The World in Twelve Songs  
Miguel Romero's New CD "Welcome To My World" is a Celebration of Afro-Mediterranean Culture Fusing Latin Funk, Cuban Hip Hop, Spoken Word, R&B Soul and Yoruba Chants. 2006-10-30

Curcio Heals the Mind with Music  
Intricate rock music about life & love in the 21st Century. 2006-10-30

6 Attachment Elvis Presley's Hit Team Returns with John Krondes to Pop Radio with New Release After 29 Year Hiatus  
The Dream Comes Alive and The Music Continues... The Spotlights Are Back On, And The Spirit Of Elvis Returns To Center Stage As John Krondes And The Elvis "Hit Making Team" Carry The Torch Forward. 2006-10-30

Lareau Completes Work On New Music Video "Changes" on Rust Records/RED
The rock band Lareau has just completed filming its first music video with Producer's/Director's James Pizzaro and Aaron Doonan. 2006-10-30

3 Attachment Yeah! Sports Entertainment New Original Programming - The Regular Joes
Yeah! Sports Entertainment brings new life to sports talk shows. 2006-10-30

Stephen Foster & Howler Release "Mad As Hell" To FM Radio; Internet Play Passes 100 Stations
Stephen Foster & Howler released "I'm Mad As Hell (And I Ain't Gonna Take It)" in late July to selected internet radio stations. Top 10 rotation followed in 2 weeks, and rotation is still happening on some stations. The band has hired Fred Boenig's Americana Media to promote the album to the Americana charts, with Lynda D'Amelio onboard as publicist. Album release date is Jan 21st, 2007, but some stations are adding several other cuts from the album, notably "Cathead Blues" and "Mama's Goin' Dancin' (When The Train Comes Home)". 2006-10-30

All That Remains to Support Killswitch Engage in November
Massachusetts-based metal act All That Remains will join up with fellow New England natives Killswitch Engage for a string of dates throughout November, replacing Shadows Fall as direct support for the package which also features Bury Your Dead and 2 Cents. Continuing to support their critically-acclaimed new album, The Fall of Ideals, All That Remains will play Asbury Park, NJ's Saints and Sinners Festival on Oct. 29 before meeting up with Killswitch Engage Nov. 9. All That Remains will be direct support through the Nov. 26th Spokane, WA show before departing for the United Kingdom for an 11-date tour of the country. 2006-10-29

Canadian Rock Chick Robin Brock Is Playing With The Big Boys
Robin Brock's 2nd CD "Hidden Power" was produced by Legendary Producer Keith Olsen, Co-written by Robin and John Capek (Rod Stewart, Bonnie Raitt) and Randy Bachman (BTO The Guess Who). The musicians behind Robin are Tim Pierce, Jeff Pilson and James Kottak 2006-10-28

2 Attachment Mista Flow's Slap Factory Album is Yet Another Release from the Independent Recording Label Immortal Souls Publishing
Mista Flow's Slap Factory album is the follow up to Mista Flow Executive Decisions album which was released April of 2006. Mista Flows Slap Factory features a guest appearence from Young Noble C.E.O of 1 Nation Entertainment and member of The Outlawz - Developed by Tupac in 1995. The album Single titled "Cant You See" featuring Young Noble has been receiving mass praise from select U.S markets as well as college radio stations. This release establishes the powerful production and artist capability coming from artist/producer Mista Flow. Under management of Immortal Souls Publishing Co, Mista Flow has been on the rise since receiving radio airplay on college and international radio stations. 2006-10-28

Christian Greeting Card Company Enlists EMG for National Publicity Program c4yourself Taps Eisen Management Group to Direct National PR Efforts
Eisen Management Group today announces that c4yourself, a contemporary Christian greeting card company headquartered in Cincinnati, has hired the public relations and integrated marketing firm. EMG will develop and direct a national publicity and marketing campaign for the inspirational and uplifting greeting card organization. 2006-10-28

1 Attachment Laurie Larson's New CD 'Aquila' Climbing Charts with Hit Song 'My Time Will Arrive'
Laurie Larson's new release "Aquila" is receiving brisk airplay on over 500 radio stations world wide. The single "My Time Will Arrive" continues to climb the charts. 2006-10-28

Influenced by Sade and Norah Jones, New Young Vocalist Gives R&B a Deeper Shade of Soul
Murphy doesn't fake her emotions; there is genuine feeling - love, joy, sadness, acceptance - in her voice. 2006-10-28

1 Attachment Four Time Grammy & Emmy Award Winner Olivia Newton-John To Take Part In The "Master Class: Women In Music" Panel Discussion At The Hollywood Reporter/Billboard Film & TV Music Conference On November 14-15 in Los Angeles  
Top female entertainment executives and artists will unite to discuss the state of the business. 2006-10-27

Dreamscape Films LLC's New Drama Series 'The Interior' to Use Internet for Casting Call and Talent Vote
The creators of 'A Foreign Affair' recruit talent through the Web giving fans a vote in who will be starring. 2006-10-27

3 Attachment Update: Kaleo Futuristo Releases His Debut Album in France with Mercury/Universal Music Group
System 3 Entertainment is looking forward to the successful release of their hot new recording artist overseas before making moves in the US. 2006-10-27

The CRO Conference Hosts Silent Auction for Yoga Session with Russell Simmons; Hip Hop Mogul and Corporate Activist will Announce the Winner after his Fireside Chat Keynote at The CRO on November 1 in New York City
Hip hop mogul and corporate activist will announce the winner after his fireside chat keynote at The CRO on November 1 in New York City. 2006-10-27

8 Attachment Albino African-American Songstress M. Nahadr in Performance of 'Madwoman: A Contemporary Opera' at NuYorican Poets Cafe, New York September 2008
Supported by a Master team of Artists and Technicians, this presentation includes a state of the art customized multimedia system created by James P. Nichols, Broadway, Jazz and Grammy Award Winning Producer-Engineer with Dolby Laboratories; as well as Creative and Stage Direction by Claude E. Sloan, Jr. of the LOEB Drama Center Experimental Theater at Harvard, and the New York Shakespeare Festival at the Public Theater. Her work has been highlighted by National Geographic Magazine (http://magma.nationalgeographic.com/ngm/0411/feature1/multimedia/index.html). 2006-10-27

Rott Takes Bite from Idaho to Europe
Idaho based Goth metal act ROTT is now taking a bite out of fans in Europe too. ROTT recently became noticed in major webzines Temple of Metal in Greece, Born to Die'zine in Poland and has their online interview up from Behind the Veil in Greece. 2006-10-27

1 Attachment First Nations Medicine Song Woman Boosts Toronto's Vital Signs  
The City of Toronto’s “Vital Signs 2006” reports a five year “slow decline in the city’s health.” On November 5, 2006, National Aboriginal Achievement Awards nominee Brenda MacIntyre will kick off Peace Week at the University of Toronto with a welcome prayer and Aboriginal drumming performance. The Juno Award winning "Medicine Song Woman" just may be the CPR – Culture, Peace and Rhythm – that Toronto is looking for. 2006-10-26

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