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Select Year >> 2007 >> October >> 27

WAMclips Announces Launch of WAMclips.com 'Distribution for the Little Guy' a Website for Independent Filmmakers
WAMclips is pleased to announce the launch of WAMclips.com -- "distribution for the little guy," an on-line digital distribution service for independent filmmakers. 2007-10-27

FreezeDried Makes Bid for 50th Grammy Awards
FreezeDried, a Chicago-based polka band, enters bid to bring bring the Polka Grammy back to Chicago. The band's third CD release, "Fear of Rubber Cushions," is on the cutting edge of polka music. 2007-10-27

The Walrus Classic Rock Band Returns to Chuckanut Radio Hour  
The Walrus, one of the Pacific Northwest's premier classic rock bands, returns after a four-month hiatus to perform as the "house band" for the Chuckanut Radio Hour in Bellingham. The group will entertain a live audience Nov. 14 at the Museum of Radio and Electricity with several songs, including original songs from its CD, "Uncovered." 2007-10-25

Glade Presents Mannheim Steamroller's Halloween on Ice Starring Nancy Kerrigan NBC Airdate: Saturday, October 27, 2007 (4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. EST)
Glade presents Mannheim Steamroller's Halloween on Ice starring Nancy Kerrigan on NBC-TV Saturday, October 27, 4:00 p.m. EST. The Halloween show features a cast of Olympic, World and National Champions headlined by two time Olympic medalist and US National Champion Nancy Kerrigan, who was also the artistic director of the show. The skaters perform live with Mannheim Steamroller, which has released two Halloween CDs. 2007-10-25

Legendary Singer Roman Carter and Grammy Nominated Producer Tom Rothrock Team Up For 'Never Slow Down' Collaboration On Bong Load Custom Records  
Original member of the legendary 1960's electric R&B trio called The Carter Brothers collaborates with Grammy nominated producer on 'Never Slow Down' CD, due out on independent label best known for having launched the artist known as Beck. 2007-10-25

Hip Digital Media Continues to Lead the Incentive, Premium and Loyalty Market Through Digital Music Distribution
Major Brands Use Music To Drive Sales 2007-10-24

Organic Booking Signs On Wildflower Artists Ali Eskandarian and The Saints
"Organic offers creative solutions to booking artists in today's market. We are delighted that Ali Eskandarian and The Saints have found a boutique US booking partner that mirrors Wildflower's mission to nurture long term relationships with artists and their representatives. " Katherine DePaul, President of Wildflower Records. 2007-10-24

Rose Moore Nominated For New Music Weekly's Best New Artist Award  
The New Music Awards announced its nominees earlier this month, where Rose Moore received one of the nominations for Best New Artist. Her single, entitled "All I Want is This" is climbing the AC/Hot AC STS Charts, while her entire CD also gains STS chart recognition with college radio, where Rose continues to move forward in front of such artists like Bruce Springsteen, The Eagles and Incubus to the number 16 spot. "Without a doubt, this is an essential album for anyone over the age of 17. Brilliant, Brilliant, Brilliant", states Mark Painter, at Quaywest FM radio station in London, UK. 2007-10-23

Trackbacks Available Rick Denzien Heads To Hollywood For Awards Show  
Philadelphia-based recording artist Rick Denzien has been nominated in two categories for the 2007 New Music Awards, including Crossover Artist of the Year and AC/Hot AC Breakthrough Artist of the Year. Rick will be traveling to Hollywood this November to witness his nominated single release entitled Tsai (pronounced Sigh), be read over the microphone in front of the stars, music industry professionals, fans and indie artists alike. His single Tsai, which broke into the TOP 10 on the New Music Weekly Hot AC Charts, has already generated well over 14,000 radio spins alone. 2007-10-23

Critics Rave Over 'Pray' New City Canyons Records Single Release From ANEMO  
Critical response to "Pray" a new single from City Canyon Records' artist ANEMO has been overwhelmingly positive. "Pray" released nationally in the U.K. on October 15 with a simultaneous digital release in the U.S. and Canada is emotional, powerful and passionate--a rock anthem bursting with energy and melody which raises questions about war, morality and sacrifice. The song captures the horror of deadly combat, the gut- wrenching fear and flood of adrenaline in a way in which it has never before been musically explored. 2007-10-23

Two-Time Grammy Awarded & Six-Time Platinum Selling Artist -- Carrie Underwood -- November's Featured 'Artist of the Month' on Music Choice
Music Choice Originals Featuring Carrie Underwood, Along with a Collection of Her Hottest Music Videos, Will be Available for Viewing Throughout November on Music Choice, the #1 On Demand Network in the Country 2007-10-23

Apogee Launches Programs in China and Provides Awards to Four of the Nation's Most Outstanding Musicians
The Apogee Foundation, a philanthropic corporation dedicated to the development of human excellence in the performance arts, announced today that it is now implementing programs in China to identify, support, develop and promote elite performing arts talent. The Foundation kicked off its operations in the nation's capital by providing awards to the most gifted students and faculty of the Central Conservatory Music School. 2007-10-23

MAYO Communications Media Guru To Discuss Entertainment Publicity Trends At UCLA
Vice President George Mc Quade is Scheduled to Speak at UCLA's Entertainment Publicity Class Tonight 2007-10-23

Pyxix ComedyPop.com Fans Award $1,000 Grand Prize to Tina Kim for Funniest Video Clip in Online Battle of the Comedians  
Tina Kim's "Asian Lovers" voted best of final 4 funny video clips in battle of the comedians on Pyxix ComedyPop.com. 2007-10-22

Impact Mobile Launches Mobile Ticketing Technology -- JumpTXT ACCESS  
Mobile company uses next gen technology to become primary provider for entertainment industry. 2007-10-22

Tampa Bay, FL Indie Pop/Rockers Radio Reset Enter Production Agreement with Winky Wright's, Pound 4 Pound Records  
Radio Reset, perhaps the best kept Indie pop/rock secret in the Tampa Bay, Florida, area have entered into a production agreement with Winky Wright's Pound 4 Pound Records that will be finalized this Saturday October 20th, 2007. 2007-10-19

Puretracks, Billboard Form Alliance to Launch Billboard’s Digital Music Redemption Platform for Pre-Paid Music Download Cards  
Billboard, the world’s most comprehensive source of music, digital data and events, and Puretracks, a leading North American music download service provider licensed by all major record companies, today announced the launch of the Billboard digital music redemption platform for Billboard-branded pre-paid music download cards available at www.billboardgiftcard.com. 2007-10-18

Metallica Producer Helps Music Pirates
The former Metallica producer Flemming Rasmussen has produced Dead Smiling Pirates' new single "Different Place" and it can be downloaded now on MySpace. 2007-10-18

Mister Vague Confesses, We're "Allergic to Everything": New CD co-produced by Low's Alan Sparhawk on Slothtrop Records
Slothtrop Music is proud to announce the Oct. 16 national release of "Allergic to Everything," the third release from Reno, Nevada, rock band Mister Vague. Produced and recorded by Alan Sparhawk of the indie-rock band Low and his trusty engineering sidekick Eric Swanson, "Allergic To Everything" amps up the high voltage rock factor from the band's 2006 full-length debut release, "File Under : Trial," while still retaining the moodier, melodic-but-dark side of the band's music. 2007-10-18

Music Mogul Goldtoes Releases Album, The Gold Rush
Smash single featuring Baby Bash burning up the airwaves on San Francisco's premiere radio station, KMEL 106. The Gold Rush in stores now. 2007-10-17

Crooner Brian Evans and Presidential Candidate Mike Huckabee Talk Politics in Austin
Singer Brian Evans performed a private concert in Austin, Texas, and had the chance to discuss politics with various luminaries. 2007-10-17

Move Over, Michael Bublé: Texas Jazz Crooner Ken Slavin Releases I'll Take Romance -- a Sultry, Sexy and Seasoned Salute to Love  
With his sights set on finally breaking out regionally and nationally, popular San Antonio jazz singer Ken Slavin has released I'll Take Romance -- a tour de force of romantic jazz and pop songs showcasing his rich, expressive voice and demonstrating why he is poised to emerge as a star in the burgeoning classic jazz/pop vocal movement in America and abroad. Early feedback from national jazz media, including Cadence magazine, indicates that this CD -- his fourth professional recording -- is on the road to discovery. I'll Take Romance is Ken Slavin's sultry, sexy and seasoned salute to love. The 16-track CD features a host of Texas jazz luminaries, two Grammy nominees, symphonic strings and timeless tunes. I'll Take Romance is available now at www.KenSlavin.com. 2007-10-16

Ringle, Shmingle: Ribkat & Josy B's "Red Rum" Single to Give Consumers What They Want -- One Ringtone, One Hit, One Instrumental, One Remix, One Video and Bonus Tracks  
Ribkat & Josy B will be debuting the first club smash hit single "Red Rum" on October 16, 2007. In response to the industry's "ringle," Ribkat chose to record wiht Josy B to test some of the latest technologies Josy B Music & Publishing's distributor iNTERTAINMENT.NETWORK is currently using, such as copyright protection, metadata, digital distribution, airplay monitoring and online tracking. Release party guests will receive an RSVP confirmation via mobile along with a complimentary Red Rum ringtone and wallpaper. Consumers can purchase the single / ringtone for $.99, but in November's re-release, at $6.98 they'll receive one ringtone, one hit, one instrumental, one remix, one video, and bonus tracks -- all online downloads or on a Made-To-Order CD shipped directly to fans. 2007-10-16

Black Online Dating has a new experience; Meet Ethnic Singles on DaHoneyHouse.Com, Getting 2 Thumbs up From The Bishop Don Magic Juan!
Black online dating like you've never experienced before. Fun, simple, and with more of a Human Element. There are many online dating services with black appeal, and they may claim great status, but Dahoneyhouse.Com has the most enjoyable black online dating experience. Lot's of culture, with a hip hop club feel, dahoneyhouse.com is perfect for today's sexy single black women, sexy latin girls, sexy ethnic people, and internet clubbing people in general that love urban or black online dating. Come on logon, & Join in the fun! 2007-10-15

There is a God… and He Has a Girlfriend… Living in Australia
Now imagine heavenly music that makes you feel good and you have just discovered Gods Girlfriend. 2007-10-14

Scottish Guitarist Matthew McAllister appearing with Albany's Spiral Ensemble
Matthew McAllister has been delighting audiences across Europe and beyond with his thoughtful performances and effortless presentation. From renaissance miniatures to contemporary masterpieces, Matthew's style encompasses it all. 2007-10-14

Jerry Harrison, Producer and Former Talking Heads Member, Produces Debut Album for SXSW Discovery -- The Black & White Years
Twitchy art rockers from Austin to make their NYC debut during CMJ Music Marathon. 2007-10-13

Music Legends Don Cherry and Willie Nelson Blend Warmth, Stellar Production, and a Long Friendship on 'It's Magic' CD
New CD brings us back to an easier time, when life was slower. 2007-10-11

YANGAROO's DMDS Protects the Environment  
Patented DMDS Eliminates Waste and Greenhouse Gases Caused by Delivery of CD's 2007-10-11

PIANO PASSIONS Announces the Release of Rada's Fifth All Original CD -- Crisp, Classically Inspired, Contemporary Piano Music
Serenity, silence and tranquility are the templates for the music that is being created in the studio of Rada Neal. Rada has a sensitive touch and a surprisingly creative intuition. Rada has mastered her own voice at the piano. 2007-10-11

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