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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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New Orleans’ rock innovators MUTEMATH have announced that they will release their third album for Teleprompt/Warner Bros. Records, entitled, Odd Soul, on October 4th, 2011. The album, which was produced by the band, is the follow-up to 2009’s Armistice, which debuted at No. 3 on Billboard’s Digital Albums and Alternative Albums chart, No. 4 on…

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It is a completely free site where users can create their own personalized music and video playlists. It’s like creating your own radio station filled with your favorite songs without having to download, transfer or pay for access. Additionally, ToobBox.com is great for: Making music playlists for your friends Sharing music Promoting your band’s videos…

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Acclaimed guitar virtuoso and singer/songwriter Joe Robinson has returned to the studio to begin work on his third CD, slated for release later this summer.   Songs from the forthcoming set were recently showcased in Canada and the U.S., which included a return to NYC for the third time this year.   Recording is underway…

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Off the heels of her tour with Joshua Radin, Anya Marina will be hitting up a select number of West Coast cities starting July 1. The Chop Shop/Atlantic recording artist self-produced her last EP, SPIRIT SCHOOL.   The EP, which was a way to release several “misfit” songs which didn’t quite fit with the rest,…

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PITBULL TO ROCK THE TODAY SHOW ON FRIDAY Pitbull and Marc Anthony will take the stage for the first time together for The Today Show’s Summer Concert Series in New York City tomorrow morning.   Pitbull and Anthony will debut their new single, “Rain Over Me.”   The Miami-based rapper will also be joined by…

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Boston rapper Slaine, of the rap super group, La Coka Nostra, has announced his upcoming tour dates with Heavy Metal Kings in July. Slaine will be touring in support of his upcoming debut solo album, “A World With No Skies 2.0”, which is scheduled for release on August 16th, 2011 through Suburban Noize Records. SLAINE…

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Social party platform FUBAR have started to accept entries for their new Battle of the Bands competition that features cash prizes of $10,000 for each monthly winner, and daily prizes for winning bands. FUBAR will be posting songs from entrants every day to compete in a head to head battle voted on by fans and…

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Boom Pam’s Uri Brauner Kinrot says, “‘Light Up’ is a semi-Moroccan-rhythm, 70’s metal, psych fuzz, tuba driven song with deep, amusing lyrics written by our favorite Canadian born Israeli poet, Allan Moon. Like a wizard that gives life to a still statue, Kutiman magically took the song to the next level.”   “Working on the…

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The controversial and charismatic rocker Ronnie Radke is back on the scene full force with the emergence of his extraordinary new band Falling In Reverse. The group’s highly anticipated debut album, The Drug In Me Is You,   is set to hit stores on July 26. [youtube rgWr2nln83s nolink] www.epitaph.com

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Fresh from playing the ultimate house concert of the year, The White House, Aimee Mann returns to the road for a string of West Coast tour dates in August. Kicking off her tour at the Coach House in San Juan Capistrano on August 12th, Aimee will make a stop at the Hollywood Bowl to perform…

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The challenge for a fighter is not only with his opponent. It starts with confidence – with knowing you can defeat all challengers – and that confidence starts with training to develop the skills necessary for the inevitable showdown. Nothing comes easy. Hard work, focus, determination, passion, patience; the heart of a lion. Working his…

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SonyMusic Independent Network (SIN) is proud to announce that they will be releasing Zaz, the US debut and self-titled debut studio record from the chart topping diamond and platinum selling French pop/gypsy jazz singer.   Established as an accomplished star in her native France since the release of the record last summer, Zaz is ready…

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Philly soul songstress Jaguar Wright’s newest single, “Switch (Make Change)” hit iTunes two weeks ago in honor of Black Music Month.   The single’s catchy head-nodding beat finds Wright showcasing her vocal range with witty lyrics.   Written by Wright, the single will be featured on her upcoming CD Book and Fragrance (GMUSIC), due out…

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Budweiser Opening Act powered by Myspace Music is searching for local talent (21+) to earn their chance to be the opening act for Grammy Award-winning R&B singer Jill Scott on her Budweiser Superfest presents tour and win $25,000. The month-long nationwide series also features Grammy ® nominated R&B singer Anthony Hamilton, groove specialists Mint Condition…

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JUSTIN BIEBER WORKING ON NEW ALBUM Justin Bieber confirmed that he is currently in the planning and recording stages for his next album.   Usher’s protégé is taking time to craft a unique record, telling MTV News that his voice “is not meant for any style.” There are no set deadlines for work on the…

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Nero; Daniel Stephens and Joe Ray, the remixers du jour, and now one of the biggest names in both dubstep and drum and bass, are set to release their highly anticipated debut album Welcome Reality on August 15th worldwide through Chase and Status’ label MTA /Mercury. Welcome Reality will feature the global smash ‘Me and…

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It’s official: Stephen Colbert is now a full fledged Third Man recording artist. The Colbert Report host’s Third Man debut single “Charlene II (I’m Over You)”   was made available at the stroke of midnight   when Thursday, June 23 became Friday, June 24 on vinyl from http://ThirdManRecords.com and digitally via iTunes. Third Man’s own…

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“There have been some inaccuracies reported in regards to my diagnosis with Grave’s Disease, so I wanted to clear things up. I was diagnosed with Grave’s Disease about three years ago but it really hasn’t slowed me down at all. I rocked my performance on VH1 Hip Hop Honors’ tribute to Timbaland last year. I’ve…

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Gigantic Music is happy to announce the signing of Gringo Star to its roster and will release ‘Count Yer Lucky Stars’, the follow up to 2008’s critically acclaimed debut, “All Y’all’, on September 27th. “Count Yer Lucky Stars”, the sophomore album from Atlanta’s hardest working band, is a collection of catchy and instantly classic pop…

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Isaac Brock, Modest Mouse front man and songwriter, will compose the score for the upcoming feature film Queens of Country. Ryan Page and Christopher Pomerenke, the writing and directing team behind the film, are best known for their music documentaries including Blood Into Wine, The Heart Is A Drum Machine and Moog.   The pair…

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JUSTIN BIEBER ATTACK BLOWN OUT OF PROPORTION Yesterday, we reported that Justin Bieber was attacked by a fan outside of Macy’s in New York City.   Today, more details emerged and it seems that it was a misunderstanding.   Billboard is reporting that an undercover cop was mistaken for a crazed fan during the singer’s…

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Post-punk laptop rapper MC LARS unleashed his first mixtape INDIE ROCK SCIENCE on his own record label Horris Records at midnight this morning, June 17, 2011. This will be the inaugural installment of a series of FREE mixtapes, which can be downloaded from his bandcamp page here: http://mclars.bandcamp.com/. “All of the featured rappers are people…

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Hard rocking quartet Killinger have just revealed the sexy new video for the track “Holding On” from their forthcoming self-titled debut album.   Click here to witness (and download)!   The band is gearing up for the release of the album which incorporates a contemporary sound with the best elements of classic 80s hard rock…

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REMEMBERING MICHAEL JACKSON Saturday (6/25) marks the two year anniversary of the shocking and sudden death of Michael Jackson.   The biggest pop star in history left us at the age of 50, while he was preparing for a big comeback tour.   His funeral took place at the Staples Center in L-A and was…

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BEYONCE PREVIEWS NEW ALBUM ON AOL MUSIC Listen to a sneak preview of Beyonce’s upcoming album, 4, now through Monday on AOL Music’s “Beyonce Listening Party.” The album drops online and in stores on Tuesday and features the singles “Run the World (Girls)” and “Best Thing I Never Had.” Preview the album at Music.Aol.com. BRITNEY…

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The Wave Pictures are happy to present the Ben Reed directed video for their song “Blue Harbour.”   The song is off their recently released album Beer In The Breakers (Moshi Moshi). The British trio made their North American debut last year with the release of the double album Instant Coffee Baby and If You…

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You know her from the Showtime hit series Weeds or her role on Woke Up Dead and now Meital Dohan is breaking into the music scene with the release of her debut single “Yummy Boyz” off her upcoming debut album “I’m in Hate With Love”. On the new album, Meital teams up with producer Che…

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