GAGA WILL SLEEP WHEN SHE’S DEAD Lady Gaga reassured her fans on Friday that she will not be taking any time off in the near future. The pop star just added 2011 U-S tour dates, and she told a crowd in Sweden, “I’ll sleep when I’m dead,” because she knows she works hard and…
OZOMATLI RELEASE VIDEO FOR “GAY VATOS IN LOVE”
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Celebrated Los Angeles culture-mashers Ozomatli are back with a new album and a new label, Fire Away, out now on Mercer Street Records / Downtown Records.
BIZ TALK: THE IMPORTANCE OF LIVE EXPOSURE
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How important is touring and gigging to getting your band noticed? Apart from Radio airplay it’s probably the most effective thing you can do to get your band recognized by a mass group of people. Mass groups of people means mass amounts of money. Word of mouth about your music in conjunction with a solid…
TRUTH & SALVAGE VIDEO FOR “CALL BACK” & “OLD PIANO” STREAM
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Fresh off a tour with The Avett Brothers, the debut album from Truth & Salvage Co. will be released on May 25. This LA-based band was mentored and produced by the legendary Chris Robinson of The Black Crowes, and their album has drawn early comparisons to the likes of The Eagles, Fleet Foxes and The…
JULIETTE COMMAGERE DEBUTS SURF VIDEO FOR “BERCEUSE”
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LA songwriter Juliette Commagere is pleased to debut a brand new video (Click Here) for her song “Berceuse,” the second to be released off of her lauded full-length debut, Queens Die Proudly (Aeronaut Records), after “The Nature of Things.”
SOCIAL DISTORTION SIGNS WITH EPITAPH RECORDS
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Epitaph Records is proud to welcome Southern California’s iconic rock ‘n’ roll group Social Distortion to the label with plans to release their first studio album since 2004 in fall 2010. The signing pairs one of rock ‘n’ roll’s most renowned bands with one of the most respected independent labels for what could be the…
ROBERT RANDOLPH’S HIGHLY ANTICIPATED NEW ALBUM
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Grammy-nominated Robert Randolph & The Family Band’s highly anticipated new album We Walk This Road–the first since the band’s acclaimed 2006 effort, Colorblind–is set for release June 22 on Warner Bros. Records. Produced by the legendary T Bone Burnett, the album continues the Sacred Steel tradition for which Randolph has earned wide praise, including the…
MEMBERS OF CANDLEBOX & LIVE UNITE
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The Gracious Few release their first single, “Honest Man,” this Tuesday, May 11. The song is from their upcoming self-titled debut, due later this summer on the bands own imprint, Questionable Entertainment. The Gracious Few was formed from the remnants of 90s’ rock juggernauts LIVE and Candlebox in mid 2009, both bands having…
DUE TO OVERWHELMING DEMAND ROGER WATERS ADDS 12 SHOWS
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Tickets to Roger Waters’ historic tour commemorating the 30th Anniversary of The Wall officially went on sale to the public today to overwhelming fan demand. In response to the tremendous demand, Roger Waters’ has added 12 new shows to his monumental production that features a full band and a newly-mounted state-of-the-art production. Additional…
I Am the Dot, Minimal Love
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Amidst a Young Coyotes’ hiatus, Zach Tipton donned the moniker I Am the Dot and has since been steady releasing a series of terse EPs. Both strange in arrangement and approach, the EPs are replete with multi-layered tracks that run the musical gamut from eerie to comforting. His latest outing, Minimal Love, stays true to…
The Jim Ivins Band, Self-Titled
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Get ready for this pop/rock band from Richmond, Virginia as they set the bar high with their new EP. The Jim Ivins Band is rich with sound and heavy on the acoustic side. Whether it’s rock you crave or pop goodness that you desire, this group will satisfy all of your musical needs.…
THE BLOODSHOT GAMBLERS OFFER “BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE” MP3
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The Bloodshot Gamblers were born during a fifteen hour binge in Las Vegas. Tim David Kelly and Brian Anderson of Kicking Harold did a shot, shook hands and made a gentlemen’s agreement…TO ROCK!
MTV RADIO’S MORNING FACTS FOR TUESDAY, MAY 11th, 2010
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GAGA ADDS TOUR DATES FOR 2011 2010 isn’t even halfway done, but Lady Gaga is already thinking about 2011. The pop star has added shows for next year to her Monster Ball tour. The new dates begin on February 19th in Atlantic City, New Jersey, and run until April 18th in Atlanta. …
TAMAR KAPRELIAN RELEASES “NEW DAY” VIDEO
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Tamar Kaprelian has just premiered the official music video for her single “New Day.” Watch the twenty-two year old rising star take her piano through beautiful fields and forests in the ultimate fairytale setting.
WELCOME BACK RONALD ISLEY
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Legendary Def Jam/Def Soul artist Ronald Isley returned to the world two weeks ago, and now picks up where he left off as senior member and lead singer of first generation Rock And Roll Hall Of Famers the Isley Brothers — with news of “The Celebration Tour” starting next weekend, and recording sessions underway for…
HOLLYWOOD UNDEAD RELEASE RARITIES EP WIDGET
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Hollywood Undead are currently working on their sophomore album, but in the meantime you can pick up their new EP, SWAN SONGS Rarities, the next edition in the complete HU Swan Songs Collection.
DAVID BANNER & 9TH WONDER OFFER “EVOLVE” MP3
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Grammy Award winners David Banner and 9th Wonder, two of hip-hop’s heavyweights, are teaming up for the collaborative album Death of a Pop Star slated to be released this summer on Big Face Entertainment. Serving as the artists’ first collaborative work together, Death Of A Pop Star offers fans of both David Banner and 9th…
FREEWAY & JAKE ONE NEW VIDEO
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Check out this video for the new Freeway & Jake One Single “She Makes Me Feel Alright” off of The Stimulus Package on Rhymesayers Entertainment. It’s directed by Rik Cordero. [youtube aPadagjL0zg nolink]
STP NEW VIDEO “BETWEEN THE LINES”
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Check out the Stone Temple Pilots’ brand new music video for their #1 single “Between the Lines” from their self-titled studio album in stores on May 25th.
KIRA OFFERS MP3 TO “RIDERS OF THE FREEWAY”
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“Run Where No One Goes” her US debut features “Riders of the The Freeway” which recently earned her an award from the Danish film academy, for “Best original song” from the film “Terribly Happy”.
V V BROWN OPENS MAROON 5 TOUR
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V V Brown has already ignited TV screens with performances on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Ellen, The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, and Rachael Ray. Her smash single “Shark in the Water” from her debut Travelling Like the Light is being spun on over 90 pop and adult stations nationally, having just entered the Adult…
BACHMAN & TURNER RELEASE NEW SONG AFTER 20 YEARS
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After many years of gentle prodding by music fans and industry aficionados, Randy Bachman and Fred Turner, two giants of rock n’ roll, are finally back together as Bachman & Turner after being apart for over 20 years. The group is giving away the first track “Rock n’ Roll is the Only Way Out” on…
CLAY AIKEN COMES FULL CIRCLE WITH ALBUM OF TIMELESS CLASSICS
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Clay Aiken has never sounded more at home than he does singing the lushly arranged classics on his fifth studio album Tried and True – the international pop phenomenon’s first album for Decca Records. Showcasing Aiken’s powerful voice and considerable interpretive gifts, the new CD is comprised of songs from the ’50s and ’60s that…
THE VILLIANS PREVIEW NEW SONG “LET’S FORGET ABOUT IT TONIGHT”
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Atlanta rock band The Villains and its six (Magno, Dan Call, Sean McNally, Michael Wilkes, Jimmy James Schmitt, and Alan Schaefer) members have had a rich history of writing, recording and touring. Now, following the self-release of the band’s debut album this past February, The Villains have just announced that they have signed with New…
SHANE HARPER OFFERS “JUST FRIENDS” FREE VIA BANDCAMP
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Committed to enhancing his musical career on many levels, Shane is currently recording an EP of new songs, working with industry hit-maker Adam Anders of AMI Records, the renowned musical producer for the hit TV show, Glee. Shane’s debut album has release date planned for this summer. Writing and creating his own music and lyrics,…
JUDSON CLAIBORNE “MOONRAKER” VIDEO
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“Moonraker” is a demonstration in isolation. Directed by mixed-media artist Japeth Mennes, the vibe constantly shifts from an eerie and unsettling darkness to kaleidoscopic bursts, leaving you with a quick glimpse of your surroundings followed by the warm glow of a secret message. In the end, you’re left to your own devices.
LADY GAGA SELLS OUT AROUND THE GLOBE WITH HER 2010 MONSTER BALL TOUR
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Lady Gaga has captivated audiences around the globe with her stunning international smash, The Monster Ball tour. In 2010 the tour has taken her throughout Europe to rave reviews everywhere she stops, with North American dates set to begin on June 28th, 2010. With the majority of North American dates already sold out, Lady…
KEANE ANNOUNCE HEADLINING NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
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Celebrated UK trio KEANE will embark on a headlining US tour this summer in support of their new album Night Train, out tomorrow on Cherrytree/Interscope Records. The tour kicks off July 20th in Oakland, CA and sees the band traveling across the country, wrapping up August 11th in Minneapolis. Tickets go on sale…
SHAKIRA SELLSOUT LOS ANGELES STAPLESCENTER IN 24 HOURS
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Grammy Award winning superstar Shakira sells out the Staples Center in just 24 hours, her first Los Angeles show in more than 4 years. A second Los Angeles area show has been scheduled in Anaheim on October 25th at the Honda Center along with 6 additional dates for the Live Nation produced tour including…
MTV RADIO’S MORNING FACTS FOR MONDAY, MAY 10th, 2010
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JUSTIN BIEBER ON OPRAH Justin Bieber will perform on The Oprah Winfrey Show tomorrow. The 16-year-old will sing his song “Baby” and he will sit down with Oprah for an interview. JUSTIN BIEBER RECORDING IN NEW YORK CITY According to the New York Post, Justin Bieber will be recording his next album in…
JEZDA KNOWS HOW TO GET STOLI SHAKIN’ & GROOVIN’
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Is the weekend already over? I am so glad that we are featuring an artist that I know will get us dancing and shaking our head because I need to get moving. Coming out of Hollywood, CA is a young woman that can do it all from making beats to dancing to rhyming. I caught…
TIM MCGRAW AND FAITH HILL ANNOUNCE “NASHVILLE RISING”
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On Tuesday, June 22nd, the Music City community will unite to assist victims of the floods that ravaged Nashville and Middle Tennessee NASHVILLE RISING: A see earlier this month. “Benefit Concert for Flood Recovery,” will take place at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. It will feature performances by Tim McGraw and Faith Hill, who are spearheading the…
MTV RADIO’S MORNING FACTS FOR FRIDAY, MAY 7th, 2010
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USHER SCORES NINTH NUMBER ONE SINGLE After scoring big on the U-K charts last week, Usher’s new “OMG” single has given the singer his ninth number one song. SingersRoom.com reports the will.i.am-produced track tops this week’s Billboard Hot 100 chart, following in the footsteps of Usher’s other smash hits including, “Hey Daddy (Daddy’s Home),” “Lil…
WILSON PHILLIPS REUNITE TO RELEASE THEIR FIRST EVER CHRISTMAS ALBUM
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One of the best selling female groups of all time, Wilson Phillips is back together and releasing their first ever Christmas album “WILSON PHILLIPS CHRISTMAS IN HARMONY” this October 2010 on Sony MASTERWORKS / DRW Entertainment. The award-winning trio consisting of Chynna Phillips, Carnie Wilson and Wendy Wilson will be reuniting with their original music…
LIVE 2 CD SET FROM THE INDIGO GIRLS AVAILABLE JUNE 29TH
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Indigo Girls Amy Ray and Emily Saliers celebrate their long-standing passion for live performances on their upcoming release, Staring Down the Brilliant Dream on IG Recordings/Vanguard Records. Available on June 29th, the two-disc CD features 31 songs, each hand-selected by the Grammy-winning duo to capture the most memorable moments of their 2006-2009 shows.…
FRANCES ANCHETA OFFERS “ON AND ON AND ON” MP3 VIA ‘NOW WE’RE HERE’
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Frances is a Filipina American singer/songwriter and guitarist based in San Francisco, California. She performs mostly acoustic solo gigs, but occasionally performs with backup musicians.
22-20s ‘SHAKE/SHIVER/MOAN’ OUT JUNE 22
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Having just introduced their “brand new smoking great material” (Back Beat, Seattle) to North American audiences on a recent tour with Band of Skulls and the Whigs, 22-20s have confirmed another slew of dates that will take them through the June 22 release of their first album for tbd records, Shake/Shiver/Moan. The dates kick off…
BRUNO MARS DEBUTS “IT’S BETTER IF YOU DON’T UNDERSTAND” PLAYER
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Bruno Mars has helped B.O.B with his hit, ‘Nothin On You’ but he is not stopping there. Check out four new songs from Bruno Mars from his upcoming EP. The EP will be out May 11th.
CHARICE ROLLS OUT DEBUT CD
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Red hot new singing sensation Charice who celebrates her 18th birthday on May 10th is giving fans a reason to celebrate also with the release of her highly anticipated self titled debut album scheduled for release the very next day. Also, on the May 11th release day, Charice will perform on The Oprah Winfrey…
MTV RADIO’S MORNING FACTS FOR THURSDAY, MAY 6th, 2010
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B.o.B DEBUTS AT NUMBER ONE! Atlanta rapper B.o.B bows at number one on the Billboard album chart this week with his debut, The Adventures of Bobby Ray, selling 84-thousand copies in its first week according to Nielsen SoundScan. It marks the first time a solo male artist has earned a number album on the…
