Category: NEWS

DID GAGA RIP OFF BETTE MIDLER? According to RollingStone.com, Lady Gaga is under fire again for her new wheelchair-bound mermaid alter ego, “Yuyi.”   Bette Midler says the character is a direct rip-off of her own wheelchair-bound mermaid alter ego, “Delores Delago,” which she made popular in the late 1970s.   Midler took to Twitter…

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On September 20, 2012, Matthew Sweet will release Modern Art (Missing Piece Records), the eagerly anticipated follow-up to 2008’s Sunshine Lies.   Throughout a career that stretches back to the mid-‘80s, Matthew Sweet has never followed trends, though his landmark 1991 album Girlfriend was responsible for starting one: in fact, many critics note that most…

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Hollywood Records has announced a Greatest Hits collection titled Shallow Bay: The Best of Breaking Benjamin from their multi-platinum rock band BREAKING BENJAMIN to be released on August 16, 2011. The two-disc release will feature the band’s chart-topping hits including “Breath,” “So Cold,” “Sooner Or Later,” “The Diary of Jane” and “I Will Not Bow,”…

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ONErpm.com announces the debut of its Facebook App,   ONErpm, a robust social commerce application enabling musicians and labels to market and sell their music globally to fans right from their Facebook page. Artists can sell by territory, set pricing tiers, and offer free downloads in exchange for an email address. Emphasizing globality, ONErpm also…

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HBO has acquired the North American TV rights to Martin Scorsese’s GEORGE HARRISON:   LIVING IN THE MATERIAL WORLD from Grove Street Pictures.   The film was produced by Scorsese (through his Sikelia Productions banner), Olivia Harrison (through her Grove Street Pictures banner) and Nigel Sinclair (through Exclusive’s documentary label, Spitfire Pictures).   Margaret Bodde…

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Fueled By Ramen Records will celebrate its 15th anniversary with an extraordinary series of multi-artist shows at New York City’s Terminal 5.   The three-night extravaganza will kick off on September 7th with a hotly anticipated headline performance by Grammy Award-nominated superstars Paramore.   The remaining array of headline acts, FBR fan favorites, and up-and-coming…

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Multi-platinum, Grammy Award-winning rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers will release “The Adventures of Rain Dance Maggie,” their first new single in four years, to Rock and Alternative radio on July 18th. The track will also be available for purchase that day from all digital service providers. “The Adventures of Rain Dance Maggie” is the…

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Ximena Sariñana (he-MEN-a sa-rin-YAH-na) has been selected as VH1’s “You Oughta Know” artist for the month of August. Launched in 2004, VH1’s “You Oughta Know” program introduces promising new artists on the rise to VH1’s base of music lovers. This highly acclaimed franchise has helped break many artists such as Adele, Mumford & Sons, Amy…

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Big Beat/Atlantic Records recording artist Wynter Gordon has been confirmed as an opener for Fall Out Boy front man, Patrick Stump’s, first ever US solo tour (see dates below.) The tour announcement comes on the heels of the release of Wynter’s “With The Music I Die” EP, which features her single “Til Death”.   “Til…

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United Stations Radio Networks, Inc., (USRN), an independent leader in the business-to-business world of network radio programming, announced today that it has made a giant leap into the world of consumer-facing web development with the introduction of a new website, www.countrymusicontheroad.com, a site dedicated exclusively to coverage of LIVE Country music.     The most…

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Singer, songwriter, and guitarist Gary Clark Jr. will release his major-label debut EP, Bright Lights, on August 9th on Warner Bros. Records.   The title track, “Bright Lights,” was produced by Rob Cavallo (Green Day, Dave Matthews Band, etc) while the remaining tracks were produced by Gary Clark Jr. The EP, his first release for…

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This video couldn’t be more perfect for today.   Watch it, share it, leave work and imitate it. SUMMERTIME video by Asher Roth featuring Quan. Produced by Nottz. Shot in Viriginia Beach by Illusive Media. [youtube BiueK4736m0 nolink]

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This week, feast your eyes on the new Album Trailer; a visual tidbit with sonic taste of a new track titled “Black Tongue.” You can also find this on www.mastodonrocks.com, the Mastodon You Tube page, Twitter and Facebook pages as well for your viewing pleasure. [youtube QMN5FcgBvBU nolink]

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While most 17 year-old female artists are creating Disney/Nickelodeon-style pop music, Madison Rose is rocking out. Madison lists her influences as Def Leppard (her first concert), Van Halen, Stevie Nicks, Michael Jackson, Madonna and The Beatles, to name a few. Her debut album, Aftershock, on which she wrote all the lyrics, co-wrote the music, and…

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“Bigger Tables” is the debut video from the South Jamaica Queens rapper, Gilles Casanova.   Produced by G-Rod, “Bigger Tables” is now available for download through iTunes and all other major digital retailers, courtesy of Sour Music Group.   ” [youtube Sxc2sX0tTw4 nolink] http://twitter.com/#!/gillescasanova

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Critically acclaimed Nashville singer/songwriter Will Hoge’s seventh studio album, aptly titled Number Seven, is set to be released on September 27 via Ryko. The new single “When I Get My Wings” – which highlights Hoge’s full-throated Otis Redding-style vocal with a heavenly host of Memphis-inspired horns – just premiered on AmericanSongwriter.com today. Check it out…

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Evidence, the producer/MC who won praise and adoration of fans globally as a member of the venerable LA outfit Dilated Peoples, is primed to release his second solo full-length, Cats & Dogs, on Rhymesayers Entertainment on September 27th. With lyrical contributions from Slug of Atmosphere, Raekwon, Aloe Blacc, Prodigy, Aesop Rock, Krondon and more, Cats…

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Boston native and pianist/vocalist Jeannine Hebb will self-release her debut full-length album Whileaway on Tuesday, September 20, 2011. This month she is kicking off her East Coast tour in support of her release. Whileaway exemplifies Hebb’s well-crafted songwriting skills and musicianship, from her clever chord structures to her purposeful melodies and to finally her heart-wrenching…

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JANE’S ADDICTION have now released a non-explicit version of their official video for “End To The Lies,” the first single off their upcoming album, The Great Escape Artist. The video was directed by Alex Bulkley (Robot Chicken) in Hollywood, CA at Studio 905 where the band shot live performances in front of a white back…

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Against Me! is excited to announce the release of their music video for their new single “Because Of The Shame.” Directed by Jason Thrasher, the video is the band’s personal and lively homage to Common Grounds, a Gainesville, FL, mainstay that recently closed its doors after 15 years of serving both the local and nationally…

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Howie D [Howie Dorough] is proud to announce the release of his solo debut, Back To Me. Set for a November release, Back To Me sees this talented singer / songwriter infuse his sultry and soulful melodies through a myriad of styles, to create a stimulating collection of songs that bounce from Euro electro chic…

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Rachael Yamagata has reunited with Happenstance producer, John Alagia (Dave Matthews Band, Jason Mraz, Liz Phair) and is putting the finishing touches on her new studio album, the follow up to her heralded 2 CD Set Elephants…Teeth Sinking Into Heart.   Yamagata will self release the album this Fall. “When I say in the studio,…

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SELENA GOMEZ & THE SCENE DEBUT AT NUMBER FOUR! Selena Gomez & The Scene’s third album, When The Sun Goes Down, debuted at number four on the Billboard album chart last week, selling over 78-thousand copies.   It marks the best opening sales week in her young career.   Gomez & The Scene will kick…

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The first single ‘Steak And Mash Potatoes’ features Brother Marquis of 2 Live Crew and the video features Charlie Sheen in his first ever music video appearance. Dirt says of Charlie’s involvement in the project, “For some strange reason Charlie actually loves the music we’re making and thinks I’m a good rapper.”     Jack…

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Singer/songwriter, Natalia Kills, just premiered the music video for her summer dance song “Free” featuring will.i.am, which Kills also directed herself. “Free” is the unmistakable hit of the summer that tells the tongue-in-cheek tale of being broke but feeling fabulous. The track was produced by Jeff Bhasker (Kanye West, Jay-Z, Alicia Keys), and No I.D.…

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Manuel Galbán born in 1931 (Gibara, Holguín Province Cuba), died Thursday of a heart attack in Havana at 80 years old. Making his professional debut in 1944, Galbán joined the internationally acclaimed Los Zafiros in 1963, which combined the traditional filín movement with other music styles such as bolero, doo-wop, calypso music, bossa nova and…

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NARM, the music business association, is especially encouraged by today’s report from Nielsen Soundscan that U.S. music sales are up for the first half of 2011. It’s also the first time in seven years a positive benchmark for album sales has been reached. Here are the stats through the week ending July 3: Album sales…

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The Driving force behind ” The Next Phase ” is the singer-songwriter Patrick Cannell who on occasion is assisted by supporting artists Karen Sheader and Simon Reed. Patrick began composing music in his mind at the age of 11. His mother bought him an acoustic guitar for his 16th birthday, “I already knew I could…

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Check out this brand spanking new video for Sweden’s own pop duo Icona Pop and their debut single ‘Manners’ (directed by Johanne Sring). [youtube rY-dKxGpBLg nolink] The girls have been busy recording their debut album in London this summer and will be returning to the U.S this fall with the release of their upcoming EP.…

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Motown’s Christian TV has teamed up with rapper and fellow Detroit native Boldy James for the track “Girl I Used To Know”. The video, directed by David M. Helman and shot on the streets of their hometown, hit YouTube today: [youtube a2oVa2BqoAU nolink] www.thisischristiantv.com

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The video for the cover of Nirvana’s “Come As You Are” by Yuna went viral yesterday – did you see it on the homepage of Vevo? Already 31,000+ views and still going. Added bonus – the video contains sneak special footage of her and Pharrell working together in the studio together. SKOPE IT HERE!

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This week alone, famed-producer and new GOOD FIGHT ENTERTAINMENT Production Division team member Jason Suecof and his studio, AUDIO HAMMER STUDIOS in Sanford, FL, have churned out a staggering 41,000 records combined sold! Just this year, AUDIO HAMMER STUDIOS has been responsible for recording and producing some of metal’s top records, including Trivium’s In Waves,…

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The Veer Union made their mark in 2009 with the top 10 hit single “Seasons” off their debut album Against The Grain, which peaked at #7 and was the longest charting rock song for a new artist all year. It became the theme song for the 2009 Stanley Cup winners, the Pittsburgh Penguins. “Seasons” was…

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Budweiser, Live Nation Entertainment and Haymon Events   announced today the return of Budweiser Superfest featuring Grammy ® Award-winning R&B soul singer Jill Scott for a month-long, nationwide concert tour beginning July 26 in Boston. Tickets are on sale now for the hottest party of the summer: Budweiser Superfest Presents:   Jill Scott’s Summer Block…

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“With Celebrity Hosts Charlie Sheen, Dustin Diamond, and Flavor Flav, Plus Additional Musical Performances from Bobby Brown, Paul Wall, and Lil John, Nothing but Pure Entertainment is Promised at this Year’s Gathering!” The Insane Clown Posse announces Charlie Sheen, along with other celebrity hosts, plus additional musical performances and events at the duo’s 12th Annual…

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David Kilgour will team up with Richard Buckner for a co-headlining tour beginning August 16, 2011 in Los Angeles! Don’t miss this opportunity to see two legendary songwriters and guitar “gods” share the stage! David Kilgour & the Heavy Eights have just released a live video for the title track off their latest release, Left…

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Interscope Records is pleased to announce that it has signed Season 10 American Idol contestant Pia Toscano to a recording contract and will release her debut single, “This Time,” via all digital retailers on July 12th.   Toscano will perform “This Time” when she hits the road for the American Idols Live! 2011 Tour, which…

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Multi-platinum hip-hop artist Eminem has become the first artist ever to sell one million digital copies in the U.S. of an album as his 2010 release – the chart-topping, Grammy Award-winning Recovery – surges past the one million mark this week.   This record-setting career milestone comes just one week after the superstar artist landed…

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On their forthcoming album, SWEETHEART OF THE SUN, THE BANGLES capture the two crucial elements that created the bond that formed the group:   their common love for rock’s golden age and the crystalline sound they quite naturally created. SWEETHEART OF THE SUN (Model Music Group), the group’s first album of new material in nearly…

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Andrew Salgado is a fresh, young, singer-songwriter knocking on the door of Nashville’s country music industry in search of a label he can call “home”.   He’s an amazing talent, a gifted songwriter, and a truly charismatic performer. Andrew’s talents have recently attracted an all-star team to help him develop his career. Jim Peterik and…

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