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    Naylor’s Notes: Carissa Leigh

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    Ryan Martin
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    Naylor’s Notes

    While watching Carissa’s Video, “Bad Boy.” It’s not hard to tell that she love’s to be out with her friends & family. She likes to act silly with them, but it didn’t take long to figure out that she finds herself with the bad boy’s from time to time. It seem’s her motto is, “If you’re gonna give a boy your time, it’s gotta be, “A bad, bad, bad, bad, boy.” See what she had to say from our 1st Shot Music Interview.

    Introducing: Carissa Leigh

    When did you start singing?
    I’ve been singing my whole life! I have always loved country music

    Which instruments do you play?
    I play piano and I’m learning guitar.

    Describe your music interests and abilities?
    I love writing music! It’s very therapeutic. I love the whole creative process… From writing to making a work tape into a demo into the final product, I like to be involved the whole way. It’s like watching something you imagined come to life!

    What other famous musicians inspire you?
    There are a lot of amazing artists out right now. I love Eric Church, his songwriting is great and he’s a fun live show. I also love Miranda Lambert. I think every girl does! She speaks her mind and kills it on stage.

    What is some of your best musical memories? Say at your house or in your neighborhood. The 1st memory ever made in front of a crowd?
    For my very first piano recital, I was 3 or 4, I had practiced songs from my Suzuki notebook all year. I remember my piano teacher came and played with me and I was so pleased with myself, afterward I kept taking bow after bow until my mom called me off the stage. I’ve been hooked on performing ever since!

    What public events do you have coming up?
    Right now I’m doing a radio tour which is a lot of fun because my guitar player and I get to travel around the country playing for stations. I will be releasing a couple new songs as well in September so stay tuned!!

    What would you say to beginning musicians, who are nervous?
    The most important part of music is getting the emotion across. You need to rehearse until you could do it in your sleep and then when you step on the stage, let the muscle memory take over and focus on connecting with the audience!

    How do you balance your music with family and friends?
    It’s a tough thing to do! I FaceTime and text a lot. I try to put my phone down when I’m home and interact with people face to face. It’s easy to get wrapped up in the technology but I definitely appreciate when I have lunch with someone who doesn’t check their phone every 5 minutes so I try to do the same!

    Should we be expecting anything new to be released?
    I am going to release a few songs to follow up the Blackbird EP on ITunes, the best way to keep up to date on that is through social media! I’m on there all the time!

    Where can we follow your career at?
    twitter @CarissaLeigh
    Instagram @carissaleighmusic
    Carissa Leigh on Facebook

    Carissa Leigh – Bad Boy

    About Johnny Naylor:
    author-naylor-smJohnny Naylor is the founder and owner of 1st Shot Music and a feature writer for Jammerzine. His work can also be found on 1st Shot Music and Naylor’s Notes. You can also get his latest updates on his facebook page.

    Midnight Dawn Vows To Bring Realistic Portrayal Of Espionage

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    Ryan Martin
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    MTD Studios is proud to announce that its new spy thriller, Midnight Dawn, has entered production. The drama began principal photography throughout Florida and will be released on multiple digital platforms early next year.

    Midnight Dawn is a dark and gritty thriller about a spy who is betrayed by his handler. Michael Opal portrays this handler and briefly discusses the project, “Working on a well plotted spy thriller is an actor’s dream for me. I’m excited to start working on the complexity of the character and digging into the inner workings of espionage. I know the producers are striving to create the most realistic depiction of what happens behind the curtain.”

    “With intense research, the producers portray as accurate a view of espionage as possible.” Michael Dunn continues, “Reading numerous declassified government materials and studying spies who were exposed in public gave me some insight. We even studied the techniques of professional assassins. We really want this movie to be taken seriously yet still entertain.” Then Producer Gabriel Cash chimes in, “We really hope our film is viewed by real spies who respond – saying that Midnight Dawn was pretty accurate… That espionage work is all about the shades of gray. Then, we know we succeeded.”

    Veteran actress Cyndi Crotts portrays Debra Walters, an agency analyst that pieces together the conspiracy that Johnson had created by misusing his asset for personal gain. “I like the challenge. The film is a bit of a departure from the horror films for which I am known. I really like the witty banter between the friends or rivals in this script. I’m really excited to be a part of this film.”

    Actor Kibwe Dorsey is playing the tactical expert Andy Reynolds, hired to track down the rogue spy. Dorsey comments, “There are so many gifted and talented people who never get a chance… so I don’t take anything for granted. I’m thankful for every opportunity God allows me to receive.” Dunn adds, “Kibwe brings a lot of energy to Andy. His character has a brilliant mind and he always knows what is going to happen before it actually does.”

    Producer Gabriel Cash is enthusiastic about the darker nature of this film. “Our last feature film (Bloody 27) was light and campy. It’s a nice change to be dark and serious. Many of the characters are really screwed up and it makes the story more interesting.” Director Michael Dunn adds, “Well, serious to a point. I wrote the script so it’s still got some humor in it. It’s definitely a more dramatic approach than our previous project.”

    Jamie Belanger Banta portrays Stacy, an I.T. specialist for the agency. Actress Banta discusses the role, “It is really wonderful to be working with this cast and crew again. Almost all the crew members, with whom I worked on Alone & Restless, are still here doing what they love. I have such a fun character, too. She’s smart and savvy – I love all the technology she uses, too.”

    The Alex Frielings Company will handle the Dolby Digital audio mix and soundtrack for the upcoming feature film. As sound producer, Frielings is looking forward to the opportunities this project presents. “This film is mostly a drama, but we do have some clever action sequences planned. I’m really excited about those scenes in particular. The gun battles and fight sequences really present some amazing challenges and I think it will help the sound mix shine.”

    Midnight Dawn will be executive produced by Gabriel Cash and directed by independent film director Michael Thomas Dunn. The official movie web site for Midnight Dawn is located at www.mtdstudios.com/midnightdawn

    About MTD Entertainment Corp:
    The Ocala based production company is best known for quirky independent feature films including Bloody 27 and Alone & Restless. MTD Entertainment Corporation (www.mtdstudios.com) is a worldwide leading content provider with distribution on Amazon Prime, Roku, Google Play and more. Our content is now distributed in over 100 countries worldwide. MTD Entertainment Corporation was founded in 2001 and has a diverse portfolio of revenue streams including film production, real estate holdings, mobile app development, film distribution and merchandising.

    Archstone Releases “P-51 Dragon Fighter” on DVD/VOD August 19

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    Ryan Martin
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    Archstone Distribution announces the US DVD/VODrelease of the World War II sci-fi, action/adventure film P-51 Dragon Fighter on August 19. P-51 Dragon Fighter will be available through Video-On-Demand (VOD) and Pay-Per-View on Comcast, Cox, Dish Network, Frontier, and Verizon, and on DVDat Family Video, Hastings, Video Warehouse, and your favorite online retailer such as Amazon.com.

    Directed by Mark Atkins (Battle of Los Angeles) and starring Scott Martin (The Rig) as Lt. John Robbins and Stephanie Beran (Fatal Call) as Rachel McKee, P-51 Dragon Fighter is a high-energy, sci-fi, action/adventure which takes place during World War II. As the allies advance in North Africa, the Nazis, led by Hitler’s fascination with the Occult, unleash an ancient terror. Out of the night sky, the Allies are ambushed by dragons. Facing annihilation, a rag tag group of P-51 pilots are sent on a desperate mission to fight the dragons and save the war.

    Director Mark Atkins notes: “When Scott Martin and Michael Slifkin approached me about working with them on P-51 Dragon Fighter, I was honored for two reasons: First after having such a rewarding time working on Battle Force, I was keen to work on something else with Archstone. Second was having the opportunity to create an epic sci-fi fantasy action movie set against the backdrop of North Africa in WW II. What happens when fire-breathing dragons controlled by a secret occult unit of the Nazis go up against a skilled but volatile group of pilots chosen from every corner of the allied fighting force? From our stellar cast and crew to the visual effects wizards at Rogue State, everyone worked exceptionally hard to deliver the answer in P-51 Dragon Fighter.”

    P-51 Dragon Fighter was produced by Scott Martin and Michael Slifkin, of Archstone Pictures.

    Scott Martin, comments: “Our goal was to deliver to the sci-fi audience exactly what you expect from the title, its Dragons versus P-51 Mustangs. And we enjoyed working with this cast and crew, so we’re very pleased that we are now bringing this film to the audience.”

    Producer Michael Slifkin adds: “With the partners we have on this project, the production value is off the charts for a film this size.”

    424 Post (Academy Award Nominee for Apocalypto) provided the post work and sound design, and Rogue State (Dragons of Camelot) created the special effects. All props and set designs were provided by ISS Props, supplier to every major studio in Hollywood.

    About Archstone Distribution:
    Archstone is a sales and distribution company focused on delivering high quality theatrical films and documentaries to the world-wide audience headquartered in Los Angeles.

    http://www.thomcomm.com/p-51-dragon-fighter.php

    Julian Carr and Yasiel Puig Sign Endorsement Deal

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    Ryan Martin
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    Rudy Project, Italian designers and engineers of precision sunglasses and helmets, is proud to announce a partnership with Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Yasiel Puig to wear its technologically advanced eyewear while on the baseball field for the remainder of his rookie Major League season in 2014 and the 2015 Season.

    The 22-year-old Cuban has rocketed into stardom after making his Major League Baseball debut with the Dodgers on August 5th. With 44 hits in July, registering as the second-most in MLB history for a player during their debut month, Puig became the first player in baseball history to simultaneously win both the National League Rookie of the Month and Player of the Month Awards.

    “Although Rudy Project is more commonly known in cycling and running sports, having an athlete like Yasiel Puig wear our sunglasses while playing for the Dodgers will allow our brand to be widely recognized as we enter into the baseball market,” remarked Rudy Project North America Co-owner Steve Wagner. “All of us within the company are proud that Puig chose Rudy Project eyewear and sunglasses to be his choice on and off the field. We’ll keep making the best eyewear in the world and hope Puig just keeps everyone in awe of his play.”

    Rudy Project is the premier brand of Running and Cycling Enterprises (RACE) and is a global leader in technologically advanced sports helmets, clothing and sunglasses – with award-winning frames, lenses and many prescription technologies. For more than 25 years, Rudy Project has designed sport sunglasses for elite and professional athletes, meeting the requirements for a wide variety of sports, including cycling, running, golf, shooting, tennis and fishing. Puig has become Rudy Project’s first premier MLB athlete endorser as the brand enters into the baseball market.

    The Rudy Project sunglasses Puig wears on the field and other eyewear products are available online at www.e-rudy.com or at various retailers throughout the U.S., including optometrist offices, running stores and bicycle shops. For a limited time, consumers can take advantage of the Puig Special Offer and receive a free casual sunglass model when purchasing his favorite sports sunglass model or RX on the company’s website at e-rudy.com

    While smashing records on the field, one of Puig’s go-to glasses has been the Rudy Project Magster. Crafted through a tedious but very effective digital modeling system, the Magster incorporates a number of breakthrough technical components including a stainless steel perforated grill built directly into the frame which allows optimal airflow to prevent fogging – a must while playing baseball. Another unique innovation, the Magster utilizes anti-shock pads made from megol, a highly engineered designer plastic compound embedded into both the frame and lens to create a vibration dampening system. Combined with Rudy Project’s fully adjustable nose pads and temple tips for a precise and custom fit, the Magster becomes an indispensable pair of sports eyewear.

    The Rudy Project Genetyk sunglasses have also become a necessity for Puig while in the outfield. With an eye-shield design, the Genetyk offers unparalleled coverage from wind, debris and UV rays while remaining ultra-light. Their wraparound architecture allows for unobstructed peripheral vision and includes Rudy Project’s patented Quick Change™ system – allowing the glasses to effortlessly adapt in changing lighting conditions. Over 30 different lens styles ensure perfect customization for every sport, and include the Unbreakable ImpactX™ Photochromic lenses, which are based on Apache helicopter windshield panels.

    When he is not in uniform, Puig can be seen relaxing in his favorite casual Rudy Project glasses, the Skymajor. These classic aviator style glasses bring together relaxed, vintage character with all the advanced technology you would expect from Italian made sports eyewear. Fusing chrome, gold or gunmetal frames with 360 degree adjustable temple tips and Rudy Project’s award-winning ImpactX PhotoPolar Lenses – which allow users to cut glare like traditional polarized lenses, but still allow users to clearly read the LCD screen on their GPS, phone or gadget. This technology won Rudy Project “Gear of the Year” from esteemed Outside Magazine.

    For those who need prescription sunglass solutions, all of Puig’s favorite glasses and many more Rudy Project models are available with either intuitive optical inserts, or with cutting edge FreeForm Tek™ lenses. Rudy Project’s FreeForm Tek™ design utilizes back surface optics, an innovative way of widening the field of vision in various ranges by bringing the sighting surface closer to the eye. This surface is digitally crafted using Eyepoint Technology™, which simulates how the human eye actually looks through the lens with thousands of reference points to create the perfect prescription lens.

    In celebration of the partnership between the rookie sensation and Italian sportswear company, Rudy Project is launching the ‘Puig Special Offer.’ This limited-time deal enables those who wish to deck themselves out in the same gear as Puig to buy one of his favorite sports sunglass models or RX, and receive a free casual sunglass model in the program. Simply visit www.e-rudy.com/go/puig to take advantage of this special limited time offer.

    About Rudy Project
    Rudy Project designs and manufactures hi-tech sunglasses, digital prescriptions/Rxes, helmets, goggles and gear by applying the most advanced science and technology. Designed and crafted in Italy since 1985, Rudy Project has grown quickly as a premier brand throughout North America. Rudy Project has won Outside Magazine’s prestigious “Gear of the Year” Award twice for its cutting edge frame and lens technologies. Rudy helmets were recognized as the #1, most worn TT brand at the 2011 and 2012 Ironman World Championship in Kona, HI and the Wingspan time trial helmet was selected as Triathlete Magazine’s “Best Aero Helmet” in its 2012 “Buyer’s Guide.” Of late, Rudy Project has prided itself for providing the absolute best prescription eyewear for athletes and outdoor enthusiasts around the world. What sets Rudy Project apart is unparalleled customer service standards, cutting edge products and technological innovations, and proprietary, award winning lens technologies including ImpactX™, Polar3FX™ and RPOptics™. Rudy Project offers a Lifetime Replacement Lens Guarantee and an industry leading 3 year frame warranty. Learn more about Rudy Project at www.e-rudy.com

    Startup Takes On The Guitar Industry With Guitar Pickup

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    Ryan Martin
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    Dialtone Pickups, a new-generation electric guitar pickup, has gained strong traction and early adopters with its patent-pending pickup technology. Born out of the difficulty that John Liptac, the company’s founder, faced while trying to achieve a particular sound in his own guitar, Dialtone allows musicians to adjust tone using two dials built directly into the guitar’s pickups. Dialtone’s modern yet simple approach provides players unprecedented flexibility in achieving desired sounds, including attaining new tones never before possible through a traditional guitar pickup.

    Specifically, the company has developed a drop-in humbucking replacement that players can use in their existing guitars. Adjusting tone through the guitar’s pickup allows musicians to manage the true tone of their ax, coloring sounds already present in their guitars rather than adding artificial effects after the signal has been produced. The company has already drawn attention from leading guitar manufacturers and musicians, and offers a promising product that players around the world are itching to try.

    Proudly Made in America
    Each year, tens of thousands of mass-produced pickups made in overseas factories are imported to the U.S. Made down to a price, these imported pickups are designed as general replacements to produce an adequate sound for the average player. Dialtone Pickups is different. Family-owned and operated, and based in Livermore, California, Dialtone Pickups are designed, manufactured, and assembled in the U.S. using premium quality components and utmost care. The Dialtone team produces its pickups by hand, including winding coils, assembling, and testing components one-by-one.

    Leading Change:
    Accessing tone through the pickup is arguably the most efficient and effective way to alter a guitar’s true tone. Led by a team experienced in the music and technology industries, and founded by a physicist with expertise in pulse-shaping analog electronics, Dialtone is poised to alter the way technology is used guitar pickups.

    Additional Information:
    http://www.dialtonepickups.com

    West Coast Pedal Board Introduces the Little Rock Pedalboard

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    Ryan Martin
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    West Coast Pedal Board announces the Little Rock pedalboard – a compact, lightweight board built with leading boutique quality craftsmanship.

    Measuring at 7” x 12” and weighing 3-1/2 pounds, the Little Rock has a small footprint and is extremely lightweight. The Little Rock starts at a street price of $89.99 and is available in larger dimensions as well, in both flat and wedged configurations. “I wanted to build a compact board like no other board out there”, says Spencer Henderson, founder. “The Little Rock is perfect for small gigs, acoustic rigs and bass rigs. This board satisfies the needs of players that use one to five pedals in their chain.”

    The Little Rock maintains the same high level of boutique quality as West Coast’s other boards, and unlike the majority of pedalboards on the market, these boards are hand made, and built in the U.S.A using local materials. The low price makes this product accessible to all levels of players.

    The Little Rock is shipping immediately, and available on West Coast’s website www.westcoastpedalboard.com

    About West Coast Pedal Board
    Spencer Henderson founded West Coast Pedal Board, to design and manufacture the highest-quality pedalboards that tailor to all levels of musician. West Coast Pedal Board builds all of its gear by hand in Northern California, sourcing as many components and materials from the United States as possible. Boards are currently available in a Standard Line, as well as through the Custom Shop, where customers can choose from endless options and configurations.

    Legendary Jackson’s Performing and Danny Glover Appearing in Atlanta

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    Ryan Martin
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    Atlanta are you ready for a Historical weekend experience of mixing, mingling and networking with “Entertainment Royalty?” Get ready for “Lights, cameras and action” as the Atlanta Celeb Fest Productions proudly brings this one-of-a-kind extravaganza to Atlanta featuring: The extraordinary “1st” family of music “The Jacksons,” actor/producer and humanitarian Danny Glover, Tuskegee Airman Lieutenant Calvin J. Spann (Dr. Spann), Lamman Rucker (the handsome star of Tyler Perry’s “Meet the Browns” Series), nationally known actor Quinton Aaron (best known for his outstanding leading role as “Big Mike” of major movie hit “Blindside” with Oscar Winner Sandra Bullock and singer/actor Tim McGraw), Emmy Award winning journalist Frank Wiley Jr., V103 actor/comedian/radio personality/community advocate Ryan Cameron, DJ REEC of HOT 107.9, MsNickee Mack (CEO of Diva Day International), and Singer Demetria McKinney to name a few. This mega celebration will last three days and be full of exclusive high profile entertainment and events benefiting: The Atlanta Food Bank, The Quinton Aaron Foundation (http://quintonaaron.org/) and The Warrick Dunn Charities.

    SCHEDULE
    8:30am (until)—Thursday/Friday (8/14 thru 8/15): Quinton Aaron Celebrity Golf Tournament.
    8:00pm (until)—Friday Night (8/15): Quinton’s Celebrity Birthday Bash.
    12:00pm (until)—Saturday (8/16): Celebrity Basketball game.
    7:00pm (until-Red Carpet starts a 6:00pm)—Saturday Night (8/16): The Celebrity Image Awards Gala (featuring performances by The Jacksons and more. Hosted by Demetria McKinney and Actor Lamman Rucker).
    8:00pm (until)—(8/17): Celebrity Fashion Show.

    About Atlanta Celeb Fest Productions
    Atlanta Celeb Fest’s mission is to create high-quality celebrity events from conception to completion to help raise awareness of community needs in Atlanta, GA. Through our vision, we value contributions made by celebrities within their respected careers. We promote self-expression through a variety of platforms, including: art, music, dance, sports, film, television, fashion, hair and beauty. We recognize commitments celebrities have made within their local community. We support non-profit organizations through articulate fundraising objectives and we encourage independent thinkers to say what you feel and go after what you want.

    *Tickets are on sale now at: http://www.atlantacelebfest.com/#!tickets/cq53.*

    A Self-Help Book Disguised As Fantasy Adventure

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    Ryan Martin
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    Demethius Jackson believes readers will strongly identify with the characters of his latest novel, “The Realmsic Conquest: The Hero of Legend”, (348 pages, ISBN: 978-1500596118). Its story of empowerment showcases how a life journey, no matter how difficult, is necessary to discover one’s own purpose and ability.

    Like many growing up in Washington, DC during the 1980’s, Jackson coped with extreme hardships. Yet, continuous encouragement and guidance uplifted him above those obstacles. Now, through his blog ObsessedWithProgress.com, and his coming-of-age novels, Jackson intends to encourage other teens and young adults who are working to reach their potentials.

    His latest work is the first installment of The Realmsic Conquest book trilogy. The literary novel takes place in the fictional land known as The Realm–the only magical kingdom in existence, which has also been ravaged by endless warfare. The Realm’s newest leader, King Maebus, has ruled only for six days, and now must overcome his own insecurities to guide his people through their most perilous conflict ever.

    As an early preview, a limited number of copies were released during the summer of 2013. Jackson’s novel received great reviews. Librarian, Portia P reviewed the book as “a fantastic story on many levels,” while Foreword Reviews appreciated its ability to “[build] momentum with timeless themes.” Jackson acknowledged that such statements “…prove that an audience does exist for Self-Help Fantasy.”

    Demethius Jackson is an alumnus of American University’s School of Communications in Washington, D.C. Throughout his ten-year career, Jackson held positions at global media and cinema companies. In July 2010, he published his first book. Initially releasing ‘The Realmsic Conquest’ as a completely rhyming epic-adventure, he spent the following years expanding the story of the Realm at the request of fan-feedback.

    Legendary Rock Guitarist To Perform Solo Show in Long Island

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    Ryan Martin
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    Guitarist/Singer-Songwriter Ricky Byrd released his solo debut album, Lifer, on February 5, 2013 (Kayos Records). Recorded in Nashville and New York City, Executive Produced by Ray Kennedy (five-time Grammy Award Winner, Steve Earle, Ray Davies, Sheryl Crow) and co-produced by Byrd and Bob Stander, it features Byrd’s knack for classic hooks and jagged riffs, which gloriously sets the table for cut after meaningful cut.

    The former longtime Blackhearts guitar slinger (1981 – 1991) whose monstrous power chords helped define Joan Jett & The Blackhearts “I Love Rock & Roll”, is a restless New York City poet who carries a torch for the town he loves, along with enough handbags and glad rags to make you feel like it’s 1974 all over again.

    “My main goal with this record was to try and craft the songs with the same heart and soul that filled the music I listened to as a kid in my parents Bronx apartment — the music that even at that young age, made the hair go up on my arms,” states Ricky.

    “Though best known for his work with Joan Jett, Ricky Byrd also created an important and memorable body of work as a composer whose songs have been recorded by no less than 45 other artists and have been featured in film and television. Besides Joan Jett, he has also worked with such musical luminaries as Roger Daltrey, Ian Hunter and Richie Supa.” -Shirley Pena, NY Rock Music Examiner

    The Lifer album kicks off with “Rock ‘n’ Roll Boys,” an over-the-shoulder tribute to the old glitter glam haunt Max’s, where Byrd got his first real taste of the other side of life. “Foolish Kind” in particular is a time-machine all its own, replete with sunny organ fills and Byrd’s whiskey-soaked guitars weaving rich tapestries together as one as they do throughout the entire album. The soulful plea “Wide Open,” the tongue in cheek “Married Man” and the driving “Harlem Rose” all stay true to Byrd’s vision of making the music that first captivated him, but it’s the closer, “Turnstile ‘01” that may give the listener the deepest pause. It’s Byrd coming to grips with post-9/11 New York City, his chiming valentine to the Big Apple, a poignant, plaintive downtown tribute that rings things out exquisitely.

    “From his roll into the parking lot in his gorgeous black muscle car, we knew that Ricky Byrd was going to ROCK.I was honored to host Ricky Byrd, solo-acoustic August 7 at Route 7 Music in Brookfield CT. I knew this cat could play guitar, but was blown away by his vocal ability. Combine Otis Redding, Rod Stewart, Sam Cooke and Al Green with Ricky’s unbelievable delivery and this voice will move every bone in your body while taking up residency in your heart. Our performance room is small, yet Ricky performed in a big way. The relationship between his voice and his guitar is an intimate one. His voice lays right over the top in the driving rock and roll and melodic ballads. Don’t let the hard edge rock exterior fool you, this guy writes beautiful chord progressions that stick.

    If you are looking for a great event/house concert/performance I recommend you call Ricky Byrd. Not only did he please the audience with his music, he made everyone feel like his best friend. Personable, funny and SO EASY to work with, Ricky took us on a musical journey that mad us smile, made us think and made us feel. Thank you Ricky for a great evening. I was always a fan but now I feel like a friend.” – Lucinda Rowe
    Vocal Instructor, Route 7 Music, Brookfield Connecticut

    Upcoming Show Information:
    Ricky Byrd – LIVE in Montauk Harbor
    315 Fairview Avenue (Private Residence)
    Montauk Harbor, Long Island
    Friday August 22, 2014
    8pm
    Suggested Donation: $20
    http://www.facebook.com/events/337372386422038/

    Daily Dose: Mary Jane’s Affair – True Love

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    Ryan Martin
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    MJAPRESSKITUSA

    Mary Jane´s Affair are a Bolivian alternative rock punk rap band from La Paz-Bolivia, formed in 2006. The band consists of brothers Navil (guitars), Farith (rap vocals) and Eliott (drums, lead vocals). After the release of our 2006 EP album hey ho!, let´s rock recorded in Chile, the band decided performed live in México City and South American tour. Mary Jane´s Affair are known for their energetic and extravagant live performances, and their fusion of many music genres, including alternative rock, punk rock, pop music, and rap music. November of 2012 was the year for release the Brand new studio album called TODO VA BIEN produced and recording in México City at Studio 19, this album contains 9 tracks. The new material is released in countries like Mexico, Chile, Colombia, Bolivia and coming soon for sale in the USA.

    BAND MEMBERS:
    NAVIL-GUITARS
    FARITH-VOCALS
    ELIOTT-DRUMS, VOCALS

    November of 2012 was the year for release the Brand new studio album called TODO VA BIEN produced and recording in México City at Studio 19, this album contains 9 tracks. The new material is released in countries like México, Chile, Bolivia. The mastering of this album was made for Trace Thomas at Masterlab Studios in Orlando Florida.

    LINKS:
    http://www.reverbnation.com/maryjanesaffair
    http://www.myspace.com/maryjanesaffair
    http://www.facebook.com/maryjanesaffair
    http://www.twitter.com/maryjanesaffair
    http://www.soundcloud.com/maryjanesaffair
    http://www.youtube.com/user/maryjan3saffair

    NH Filmmaker Takes A Bite Out Of Vampire Genre With Book Of Film

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    Ryan Martin
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    A mild-mannered historian meets the woman of his dreams, but she’s got a secret. She’s an 800-year-old vampire seeking to be human again. Together can they break the curse and free her from an eternity of torment?

    That’s the story behind NH writer Tim Morgan’s short film, My DreamGirl Was A Vampire. The story follows Grant (Billy J. Pomerleau) in his quest to free beautiful vampire Stefanie (Kimberley Miller). The movie was originally envisioned as a film festival entry and filmed entirely in NH. Morgan decided to release the film after the festival season ends through Amazon Instant Video.

    In preparation for the release, Morgan is releasing a book of the film that includes the original script, notes on the production, and full-color stills and behind-the-scenes photos. The book will launch on Amazon.com on August 16, 2014. My DreamGirl Was A Vampire: The Book of the Film will be available in paperback and Kindle editions.

    “I’m excited for this movie,” says writer/director/producer Tim Morgan. “Aside from being a good story about two complex characters, this is an inside look at what goes into making an indie film. You’ll get to see the challenges and the rewards of making a movie in a short period of time with a tight budget.”

    Morgan is a small-time filmmaker and independent author. His zombie novel, The Trip, is available on Amazon.com.

    For more information on My DreamGirl Was A Vampire, please visit the official web site: http://www.timmorgan.us/dreamgirl

    More information on Morgan is available at his web site: http://www.timmorgan.us

    You can follow Morgan on Twitter as well. His Twitter handle is @tmorgan_2100

    Communicator App Gives Voice to the Non Verbal

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    Ryan Martin
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    This week the iAssist Company launched the Communicator app, designed to meet the needs of individuals with severe cognitive and communication challenges. Currently there are two million individuals with autism in the US, and up to 40% of those individuals will not acquire natural language during their lifetime. Although there are many apps designed for young children with autism, the Communicator is the very first app designed specifically to meet the needs of teens and adults.

    “There is a rising demand for products and services for teens and adults with autism. In my experience, appropriate supports can make the difference in quality of life for both the individual with autism and their families.” states Jeff Schaetzle. “As a clinician, this has been a huge frustration. I am grateful to iAssist for focusing on this underserved and vulnerable population. Their efforts may open the door for many to more independent lives in their homes, the workplace and in their communities.”

    Wendy Bellack, the parent of an adult male with autism, says “After the completion of high school, it became very difficult to find options for my son. It’s no surprise that the first app for teens and adults was designed by a parent who faced the same challenges as I did.”

    The Communicator is
    •Affordable, costing 80% less than the current market leader
    •Features a sleek, mature design, which eliminates the stigma, associated with the adult use of apps designed for young children.
    •Uses actual photos rather than abstract drawing making it more appropriate for those with classic autism.
    •Provides training videos, additional quality photos and other support material on the iAssist website.
    •Is available for download at the Apple App Store

    About iAssist:
    The iAssist Company is a social enterprise dedicated to developing products and services for teens and adults with autism and other cognitive and communication challenges. The company’s mission is to provide a system of supports that enables them to exercise their unique thoughts and desires so that they can experience the same quality of life as their typically developing peers.

    Media Contact:
    Dr Cyndy Hayes
    The iAssist Company
    1-609-473-0314
    iassistcompany@gmail.com

    LINKS:
    http://www.iassistcompany.com/
    http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/iassist-communicator/id374446424?mt=8

    The Heart of Hip Hop releases hit single, “Spoken”

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    Ryan Martin
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    Sharon “Spoken Word” Lawrence is a poet, human rights activist, writer, actress, performer and promoter. Through her performances, she’s had a powerful impact on the hearts and souls of her fans, and is often remembered by the uplifting powerful and positive messages she produces through her work. Spoken Word is an artist first whose main goal is to encourage those who need to be encouraged and shed light on those who walk in the dark.

    “I’m not just an entertainer. I am a performer and I like to think, read books, learn, tell stories, and encourage others. I am a poet and an emcee. I will never doubt who I am for the love that I have for myself and hope that others in this world feel as blessed as I! If I could sing, I would probably sing every sentence. Lol Instead God gave me the gift to speak loud enough for people to really hear me. I am absolutely grateful for that!

    Sharon “Spoken Word” Lawrence was born in small town Suffolk, VA where she grew up in a low income neighborhood during the time drugs flooded poorer black communities throughout the nation. A recession was a normal thing for her household where she was the middle child of four in a single parent home. In the midst of it all, she developed a gift that would change her life forever. She learned how to rap. By the time she was 12, she was performing in local schools. One of the highlights of her life was performing an educational rap over the loud speaker for her peers. Her first poem was published at the age of 13, and placed on the back of the schools programs for her eighth grade graduation. Literally, it was her passion that gave her inspiration to do positive things through the arts.

    In May 2009 she released her first album, “Hip Hop Will Never Die”. The album gained international attention and placed in online stores all over the world. She released her second studio album, “After the Pain” on July 24, 2010. In May of 2014, she published her first book entitled, “Spoken Word for the Soul from the Soul” (A Life Changing Poetry Collection). Now becoming a household name, she has released three new pieces that was published by MTV early in 2014, and released by Spinnup (A company developed by Universal Music Group in Sweden) on July 21, 2014 that will appear on her next album which is due to be released later on this year.

    “One of my main goals as an artist is to heal the wounded heart through my work. I feel as if I have been called by God to do exactly what it is that I am doing today. When you look at the world, there are all types of inflictions that tend to eat away at the human heart. Who am I if I cannot be a healer in that? I am a warrior princess in the aspect that my gift is often used to speak for the voiceless. God is with me everywhere I go”.

    Daily Dose: Tab Spencer – Undiscovering America

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    Ryan Martin
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    vocals & guitars: garrett bourdon.
    pedal steel, harmonica & bgv: jack kirton.
    violin & piano: john tunstall.

    “Tab Spencer was the stage name of a Country songwriter in the 70s from Nashville TN, and is survived by his son, Garrett Bourdon. The current group and upcoming EP release is a result of musicians from Chattanooga coming together around Garrett’s folk vision. Tab Spencer’s music is a combination of traditional country-bluegrass slowed down with lyrics set in a thoroughly modern setting. Bourdon’s voice is both simple and haunting. Tab Spencer is a Tennessee son with an urban memory whose lyrics hail from the South and the back porch.”

    -Aaron Shepherd, Genius

    LINKS:
    http://www.facebook.com/tabspencer
    http://tabspencer.bandcamp.com/

    2 Million Children Learned English Through this Duo’s Music

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    Ryan Martin
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    A household name in much of Europe, Israel and Central America, Helen Doron has become synonymous with English as a Second Language (ESL) from very young children up through adolescents. A linguist by profession, Ms. Doron pioneered the internationally renowned Helen Doron methodology of teaching English to young children in the same way as they learn their mother tongue. Nearly three decades years later, her very successful methodology is franchised in 33 countries, and over 2 million children have learned to speak English, thanks to her pioneering methodology.

    Her music partner, Niko Levy, is well-known for his spiritual music seminars and vast repertoire of compositions on a variety of instruments. Together, this very talented pair merged to write a remarkable number of songs from nearly every genre in existence.

    Helen Doron described the importance of music in her approach, “Music is the most important element of my methodology. When you have music, you have the feeling, the meter and the rhyme of the language. When you recall songs from your childhood, it gives you a warm, tingly feeling and you remember what you liked. When you learn a language through music, the grammar and vocabulary are built right in. We do a lot of work to make sure that grammar is taught and reinforced, although we don’t actually teach grammar rules. The students love the songs and we also do a lot with movement, so they also have the kinesthetic side of learning. It doesn’t matter if the kid is 3 months old or 18 years old, they love the music and learn through it. “

    Helen Doron’s more than 3,700 teachers claim they never get tired of teaching these songs, as they are fun, interesting and even challenging. Children can deal with strong, complex musical themes and Niko Levy’s pieces include harmonies and tempos that teach a child music appreciation, along with melodies and cadences. “His creations are sophisticated and even complicated, so the children don’t get tired of hearing them.” Ms. Doron explained, “He carefully works on every song and each composition’s music relates to the text. “

    Niko reflected, “I remember when we had been working together for 5 years and I attended my first Helen Doron conference. One of the teachers approached me and said, ‘I never get tired of listening to your music, even though it was written for children. Even the parents marvel over how much they enjoy it.’”

    About the Helen Doron Educational Group
    The Helen Doron Educational Group stands at the forefront of innovative educational systems, providing exclusive learning programmes and quality educational materials for babies, children and adolescents the world over since 1985. The company’s flagship franchise, Helen Doron English, today encompasses over 760 learning centres in 33 countries in Europe, Asia and South America. More than two million children today speak English as a second language thanks to Helen Doron English.

    The Helen Doron English franchise model invites entrepreneurs to join a successful business operation that benefits children around the world. Visit us at www.helendoron.com.

    DISCIPLE Launches Its ATTACK Sept. 23

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    Ryan Martin
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    Rock band Disciple releases its first new album in nearly two years, Attack, independently worldwide through The Fuel Music Sept. 23. The crowd-funded and 10th studio album is also the first recording featuring front man, founding member and band leader Kevin Young’s newly formed powerhouse line-up. Writing, recording and touring with Young are four new Disciple members, but established musicians in their own right: Josiah Prince from Philmont and Andrew Stanton from I Am Empire on guitars, Jason Wilkes from High Flight Society on bass and vocals, and Joey West from After Edmund on drums.

    “It’s Disciple’s best lineup ever,” says Young. “They have the perfect combination of being great players and performers, and are ridiculously talented songwriters. One of my favorite things about these guys is that they have embraced where Disciple has been and love to play the classic songs for our fans, as well as have put every ounce of their souls into trying to take Disciple higher than we’ve ever been. I think our fans have embraced them for that in return.”

    While each of the band members except for Young are new, Disciple brought back into the mix Travis Wyrick (P.O.D., Pillar, TobyMac), who produced the first seven Disciple records. “I hadn’t worked with Travis in six years, but we knew this was going to be a hard, aggressive record. Travis recorded all of our hardest albums and working with him was like going home.”

    A year in the making, and with the added freedom of now being independent for the first time since 2003, Disciple’s resulting album offers hard, experimental and atmospheric elements with “Dead Militia,” “Lion” and “Angels And Demons,” as well as gives a nod to long-time Disciple fans with “The Name” and the album’s lead single, “Radical.”

    “I wanted to talk about Jesus loudly and without shame,” says Young. “That’s why ‘Radical’ is the first track and our first single. It sets the tone for what we want people to hear. We talk about Jesus openly at every show. We do an altar call. That is who we are and that is what Disciple is called to do, and we hope that people hear the new music and say ‘Yeah, now THAT’S Disciple!’”

    “We wrote this record as a new band,” continues Young. “Attack is the right album title because that’s what we did with every song. Every band member contributed in a huge way to this album. Everybody brought songs to the table that we all worked on, and made each other’s songs better. It was definitely a well-coordinated attack on all sides.”

    ABOUT DISCIPLE:
    Formed in 1992, Disciple has recorded 10 albums, played thousands of shows worldwide, headlined tours since the late 90’s, has 14 No. 1 singles, sold hundreds of thousands of records, received multiple Dove Awards and nominations, had its music featured by ESPN’s NFL Live, WWE, Fox Sports, as well as in commercials for CBS’ CSI: Miami and Criminal Minds, and more. For all the latest news, go to www.disciplerocks.com, www.facebook.com/disciplerocks and www.twitter.com/disciplerocks.

    Live From Daryl’s House/Hall & Oates Eliot Lewis Headlining

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    Ryan Martin
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    Right in the heart of Boston’s North End the distinguished Multi Instrumentalist and regular on Live from Daryl’s House, the Hall/Oates Band and a Solo Artist, will be headlining the the Madonna Della Cava Feast this Sunday August 10th, with two performances. It is a FREE event, two shows 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. accessible by public transportation located in Boston’s Historic North End.

    “Eliot Lewis is a very versatile, talented musician and performer. I’ve been lucky to see him with both the Hall and Oates and Live from Daryl’s House bands and he is a headliner in his own right. I am looking forward to seeing him again in Boston Sunday.” Tom Farmer – Author

    Recently featured in Rock Hard Magazine, the newest Ambassador to Music Drives Us, touring the world with Hall and Oates, his own solo shows, and on a major television show Live from Daryl’s House one would wonder how he does it all? He has quite a following worldwide.

    “Eliot Lewis is the quintessential modern musician. His facility and talent as a multi-instrumentalist and singer is very evident on his new solo CD. Check him out and see for yourself.” John Oates

    Eliot’s accessibility to his fans is one of the major qualities he has, he not only amazingly talented, has the support of both Daryl Hall and John Oates which shows his loyalty and integrity, but takes the time during merch sales, etc., to try and say hello to everyone who came out, whether it is a solo show or a Hall and Oates Show he is a machine, described by fans as “Incredible, a pure talent, and leaves you wanting more,” William Smith and Ruth Endelman – Smith driving down to Boston from New Boston New Hampshire on Sunday go on to say; “”This is a rare occasion to see Eliot Lewis in Boston…. we are so excited!”

    Eliot has recently worked with many of the top artists in the music business including but not limited to: Train, Joe Walsh, Cee Lo Green, Todd Rundgren, Booker T, Goo Goo Dolls, Dave Stewart, Jimmy Wayne, Smokey Robinson, Jewel, Rob Thomas, and Grace Potter to name a few. Most recently with Darius Rucker.

    Jeff Lawrence On Air Personality CBS Boston Radio AAMP 103.3 and the Mill Manchester NH, sees Eliot as quite an artist “Eliot has always sort of popped out, having seen him for what seems to be one of the longest with Hall and Oates, and on every Live from Daryl’s House Show, was how I first noticed him, quite a talent, I can’t wait to see him again on Sunday night at the Feast, staying both shows, he attracts a draw of people from their early 20’s on up, not often something you see successfully done from where I sit in Radio, not the case with Eliot he is doing it.”

    Expect a lot of the Hall/Oates songs you love, a taste of Eliot Lewis his multi instrumentalist talents, and a some tunes you may have not heard before.

    “I love Boston, its history, food, the people are amazing, so much about it I really do appreciate, a lot of fans are driving in from all over New England, and I am especially looking forward to meeting new people as well. We are ready to Rock out the North End, see you Sunday night!” Eliot Lewis

    Upcoming Solo Shows:
    Sunday, August 10 @ 8:00 and 10 PM – The Madonna Della Cava Festival, Hanover & Battery Streets, North End, Boston MA
    AUG13 6 p.m Middletown Motorcycle Mania, Middletown, CT
    THU. 8/21 – Roop Brothers Bar – Delaware, OH – 8pm
    FRI. 8/22 – The Happy Grape – Lexington, OH – 8pm
    SAT. 8/23 – The Casino – Kelleys Island, OH – 2pm
    MON. 8/25 – Elbo Room – Chicago, IL – 8pm
    TUE. 8/26 – Village Idiot – Maumee, OH – 8pm
    WED. 8/27 – Taffy’s Of Eaton – Eaton, OH – 7:30pm
    FRI. 8/29 – Indiana Grand – Shelbyville, IN – 10pm? (with Tyger MacNeal)
    SAT. 8/30 – Hoosier Park – Anderson, IN – 8:30pm (with Tyger MacNeal) opening for THE DOOBIE BROTHERS!!
    FRI. 9/26 – Tommy O’Bryans – Westerville, OH – 10pm
    SAT. 9/27 – Little Wing Cafe – Warren, OH – 8pm
    SUN. 9/28 – Hard Rock Cafe – Pittsburgh, PA – 8pm

    Denis Benoit Announces New Artist Management Company

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    Ryan Martin
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    Veteran Concert Promoter, Denis Benoit, announced the launch of a new Artist Management Company, Benoit Music Group. The company offers Artist Management services for both emerging and established recording artists across all musical genres.

    “The music industry has overcomplicated itself,” said Denis Benoit, President, Benoit Music Group. “Now more than ever, and with an abundance of online do-it-yourself resources available to anyone wanting to launch their own career in music, the most basic and fundamental principles required to build and maintain a powerful brand in music have been forgotten.

    “For an artist to be successful in this industry, which I consider nowadays to be an extremely cluttered online environment, an emotional connection between the artist and fan needs to be established; something a computer program or website cannot do. We’re taking a nostalgic approach to artist management, coupled with a unique mix of current and traditional marketing methods. Our strategy is simple, unique and will achieve astounding results for our Artists,” said Benoit.

    The company, based out of Toronto, ON Canada, also offers a variety of other development services geared towards artist management companies, record labels and concert promoters to help develop and enhance existing music related brands.

    Artists interested in submitting materiel for management consideration can do so by visiting http://www.benoitmusicgroup.com.

    NYC’s Dream Logic Breakout LP Plus Free Download

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    Ryan Martin
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    New York trio The Dream Logic announce breakout sophomore album “My Black Arts’ Free Download of single “Drunken Monkey” HERE or stream it in the player above.

    Dynamic and unpredictable, The Dream Logic are a trio who deal in impactful funk rock music with several left-field twists. Experienced musicians with eclectic influences, they are a group who keep the audience guessing with some masterful bending of genre.

    With added elements of rootsy modern soul, this band is happiest working across styles with influences ranging from country tropes to subtle jazz moments. What every track has in common though, is assured quality.

    A ‘band’ of three friends who have gigged together over the years and only recently decided to record together, the trio are now celebrating the release of their rocking second album ‘My Black Arts’.

    With songs written over a long period by primary songwriter Charles Compo (guitar, vocals, flute) and developed with long time partners Jerry Brooks (bass guitar) and Camille Gainer Jones (drums), this is their second LP – a follow up to last year’s self-titled debut. Both albums have been the result of organic music making between three skilled musicians who enjoy playing and writing together, but for the new LP the group were joined in the studio by additional guitarists Eric Krasno (Soulive, Lettuce) and Vernon Reid (Living Colour) – a classy pair of players who also laid down their own contribution.

    This result second album of 14 genre splicing songs of top quality. For a taster of ‘My Black Arts’, check out funky album track ‘Drunken Monkey’:

    The album as a whole is described by the band as ‘the story of the secret life around us’, those intangible moments in life when you know things are happening around you but you can’t put your finger on what, how or why. Recorded in New York’s prestigious ‘The Cutting Room’ studio, the new album echoes the raw talent on show for the band’s 2013 debut, developing the sound further and placing the experienced musicians on a more assured footing than ever.

    Between the members of the band, there is a lot of stage and recording experience, having played and toured with the likes of D’Angelo, Joan Jett, Christina Aguilera, Les Nubians and many others. And, if there is anything approaching a ‘mission statement’ for the band, it’s that they want to distil all that experience down into songs that are simple, but effective. Perhaps the band put it best themselves:

    “You know how you go someplace like a restaurant or someone’s house and they serve you food that is so simple, you had it a million times before, but somehow it’s just perfect. That’s what we are going for.” – The Dream Logic

    ‘My Black Arts’ is out now through Chaos Music Company.

    LINKS:
    www.thedreamlogic.com
    www.myblackarts.com
    www.facebook.com/thedreamlogic
    www.twitter.com/thedreamlogic

    Singers Wanted for Open Mic UK 2014!

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    Ryan Martin
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    Nationwide singing competitions Open Mic UK, the biggest search for unsigned artists in the UK, are calling all singers, singer-songwriters, vocal groups, rappers and solo artists to get involved in their singing auditions, which begin next month. With over 9,000 people entering last year, and a seventeen-date audition tour in place this year, 2014 is definitely the year to enter Open Mic UK!

    Singers wanted for Open Mic UK. Click here to see their 2014 audition dates (http://www.openmicuk.co.uk/singing-auditions)!

    Open Mic UK singing competitions are brought to you by Future Music, the company behind the discovery of artists such as:

    Atlantic Record’s Jacob Banks
    Sony Music’s Jahmene Douglas
    Warner Music’s Birdy
    Luke Friend
    Columbia Record’s Lucy Spraggan
    Sony Music’s Jaymi Hensley from Union J

    About Open Mic UK singing competitions
    Open Mic UK travels across the country every year in their search for the next major recording artist. The singing competitions are open to all genres, so whether you’re into urban, acoustic, pop or classical music, Open Mic UK has it all!

    Artists that make it through the auditions will go on to perform in live showcases held in the most prestigious venue in their area in front of an audience and music industry judging panel, with the aim to progress to the National Grand Final, which in previous years has taken place within The O2 in London!

    Open Mic UK music industry judges
    The Open Mic UK singing competitions judging panel is made up of music and entertainment industry specialists including representatives including A&R from the three major record labels, with judges getting more prestigious as the competition progresses. Past judges for the singing competitions have included:

    Annie Nightingale MBE from Radio 1
    Ras Kwame from Radio 1
    Four time Ivor Novello award winner Mark Hill
    A&R representatives from Warner, Sony and Universal amongst many others.

    Check out our full list of industry judges here (http://www.openmicuk.co.uk/singing-competition-judges).

    Music competition prizes
    Open Mic UK focuses on developing acts with music industry feedback and live performance experience, and in addition there are thousands of pounds worth of prizes up for grabs throughout the singing competitions, including:

    £5,000 cash for the overall winner
    recording studio time
    singing lessons
    music development classes

    Click here to see a full list of the singing competition prizes Open Mic UK has to offer (http://www.openmicuk.co.uk/music-competition-prizes)!

    If you think you’ve got what it takes to be a major recording artist, singers are wanted to enter the Open Mic UK singing competitions now (http://www.openmicuk.co.uk/enter-singing-contest)!

    Why Is Analog Master Tape the Best Choice for Listening to Classical?

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    Ryan Martin
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    Tone-Pearls Records proudly announces new releases of its records on master tapes and as HD music downloads. Nothing compares to the sound of an original master tape except the sound of the original performance.

    “I think that there is no excuse for recording music at all,” says Laszlo Gaal, founder of Tone-Pearls Records. “The only acceptable reason for recording music might be the perfect re-creation of the original experience of a listener at a live performance. This is why we developed a new recording technique, and this is why we release original master tapes now.”

    Piano Music in a Church is now available as a second-generation copy of the original master tape. Master tapes are shipped on half-track and 15 ips audio tapes.

    The main features are:

    • Second-generation copy of the original master tape

    • Half-track 1/4” NOS BASF PER 528

    • Speed: 15 ips (38.1 cm/s)

    • CCIR Equalization

    • Live analogue recording with Tone-Pearls

    • Unprocessed recording

    • Music was captured by just a single pair of microphones and recorded directly to a Nagra IVS TC reel-to-reel tape recorder

    • Recording was made without any manipulation or mixing or post processing.

    Tone-Pearls Records’ original masters are actually direct-on-tape session masters. For that reason, even a second generation transfer from the original tape will have fewer deviations from the original performance, compared to any first generation transfer from a typical production master used by a typical record label.

    Tone-Pearls Records has tested several professional studio tape recorders being in the lucky position that the tape recorder museum, owned by Tone-Pearls’ expert Vilmos Nagy, has almost 400 different types of reel-to-reel tape recorders made by over 130 companies, from 21 countries. Hungarian STM 610 professional studio tape recorder, having the most musical sound, was selected as dubbing machine. Practically, these master copies do not show any noticeable difference compared to the original session tape.

    Those, who are not lucky enough to own a professional tape recorder, may also download a high-definition digital copy of the original master tape.

    “With eyes closed, many listeners would easily be tricked to think that they are listening to a real live piano performance,” wrote Suave Kajko in Canada Hifi about Piano Music in a Church recording.

    Daily Dose: The Chimpz – California

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    Ryan Martin
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    The explosive music of THE CHIMPZ was born and developed from their everyday struggles in the streets of Los Angeles. The band will be releasing their new single “California” on July 29th, following with a new self-titled EP to be released September 9th, 2014. Their songs are a Street savvy chronicle of their musical journey through the hustle and flow of life in LA, while always delivering a memorable hook.

    The new EP was produced by Ryan Greene (Bad Religion, NOFX, Megadeth), who also helmed their previous release “Who Can I Trust”. This will be the band’s 4th commercial release.

    THE CHIMPZ’s music has been heard on several episodes of FX’s “Sons of Anarchy”(new song “Right To Left” will be used in multiple episodes of upcoming Season 7 of “SOA”), every episode of MTV’s “Bam Margera’s Unholy Union”, NBC’s “The Challenge”, MTV’s “Real World”, Fox Sports, Animal Planet’s “My Cat From Hell”, Action Sports TV show “Adrenalina” and a host of other placements. The band is playing at a Live Pay-Per-View MMA event at The B.O.K. center in Oklahoma City on Oct. 3rd, and the song ‘Battlegrounds” is being used in all the promos and bumpers as the Theme song for the event.

    They have also been featured online and in print magazines including No Cover, Loudwire, ThePRP.com, Campus Circle, Planet Mosh, Examiner.com, Sonic Hits, AbsolutePunk.net, PureGrainAudio.com, Metal Underground, WN Network, Hard Rock Haven, Rock N Roll Magazine, Hip Rock Magazine, Indie Rock Magazine, AI, Rockwell Unscene, and Rock ‘N Roll Industries.

    Active Rock and Hard Alternative radio have embraced The Chimpz – among the notable call letters are 98 KUPD/Phoenix; 97.5 – KMOD-FM/Tulsa, 81X – Dallas, TX, WDSP/Myrtle Beach, SC; KWSS/Scottsdale, AZ; 100.1 KKZQ /Palm Desert, CA; 103.9 KMSM-FM/Butte, MT; Music World Radio; and Renegade Radio.

    The Chimpz have honed their always entertaining live act by performing consistently for years, building a loyal and growing following by playing shows including Rocklahoma twice (2013, 2014), Rockstar Uproar Festival, Seattle Hemp Fest, Orange County Fair, The Tropicana Casino (Las Vegas), FEX Fest (Mexicali, Mexico – 50,000 people – 2013, 2014) Whiskey a Go Go, House of Blues, The Viper Room, and Venice Summerfest. As a testimony to their drawing power as a live act, the band has an enviable roster of Sponsors & Touring Partners including Jagermeister, Sabian Cymbals, Schecter Guitars, Sullen Clothing, Coffin Case, Equation Audio, Bogner Amps, Audio 2000’s, and Outlaw Threadz. A 60 + date tour will be announced in August and is scheduled for the fall with additional dates being added into 2015.

    The Chimpz are:
    Artimus Prime (Lead Vocals/Rhythm Guitar)
    Chuck P (MC/Vocals)
    Scary Cary (Lead Guitar)
    Shawn “Sonic” Lyon (Bass)
    Sean Topham (Drums)

    LINKS:
    http://www.thechimpz.com/
    http://www.facebook.com/chimpznation
    http://www.twitter.com/thechimpz
    http://www.youtube.com/thechimpz

    Indie Artist Joanna Pearl Celebrates Album Release

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    Ryan Martin
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    Independent singer/songwriter Joanna Pearl’s first EP, “Sensitive Material”, will be released on August 24, 2014. The release party is being held 6-9 p.m. August 24 at Wilson Creek Winery in Temecula.

    Red Carpet with Hollywood photographer Bob Delgadillo begins at 6 p.m.. Guests will receive Wilson Creek’s Almond Sparkling Wine upon arrival. Opening for Pearl are special guests Sony Denmark artist Gavyn Baily and X-Factor’s The Brewer Boys. A silent auction benefiting Michelle’s Place Breast Cancer Resource Center will also take place.

    Regarding the upcoming event, Pearl says “It’s finally here and it’s almost unbelievable! I feel so blessed to get this opportunity to bring my work forward. I’m thankful and I’m ready to share it with everyone…Listeners can expect a mix of pop, rock and soul with big vocals….I don’t hold back on any of the songs.”

    This event is all ages. Dress to impress. Tickets are required for event entry and can be purchased at http://joannapearl.com/joanna-pearls-debut-ep-release-party/.

    About Joanna Pearl
    Joanna Pearl is a singer/songwriter living in Temecula, Calif. She describes her sound as a mix between Rhythm and Blues and Soul and Pop. Joanna is a member of The Recording Academy, Grammy Museum and a founding member of the OC Hit Factory Songwriting Camps. Her original song “Whispers in the Wind” (released on iTunes) was placed in “Murphy”, a Hollywood Independent Film currently showing in major film festivals. Joanna Pearl’s debut EP, “Sensitive Material” will be released August 24, 2014.

    Mizz Martinez announces release of “Can U Feel The Way I Feel”

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    Ryan Martin
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    The artist previously known as Eva Martinez, featured vocalist on the Top 10 UK hit “Toca Me” by Fragma, announces the release of her new single “Can U Feel The Way I Feel” under the name Mizz Martinez. The single, a blend of eclectic, neo-progressive Pop/Rock, is planned for global release on September 14, 2014, on all digital platforms, download stores and streaming sites.

    Eva originally composed the track for a project by Grammy-winning American house music DJ and producer David Morales. It was subsequently remixed into a more definitive rock tune with a greater emphasis on vocals. “This song is so hypnotic and sexy,” David recalls, “Eva is a true artist that’s very passionate about her art – it’s a pleasure to have worked with such talent.”

    The accompanying music video, shot exclusively on location on the island of Ibiza, is in post-production stages and will be released in August 2014.

    Mizz Martinez is already working on another solo track; one that she defines as “a collaboration made in heaven.” In the meantime, “Can U Feel The Way I Feel,” in the words of Mizz Martinez herself, is bound to “make you fall in love while questioning how we feel as a collective intelligence.”

    For more information, please visit Mizz Martinez’ website at www.MizzMartinez.com.

    New Artists Confirmed!!

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    Ryan Martin
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    New artists from France and the United States have signed up for participation in the creation of the new album!!! An amazing young producer and a vocalist that will literally kick your ass!!! The artist’s identity is still a secret but soon you will start to know who they are. If you have not yet sent your request to participate in The Road to Destiny, please go to www.anotherdestinyproject.com/newalbum.html and click on the contact link!! Just attach some links where it is possible to listen to your work!!

    I’m looking forward to hearing from all of you soon!!

     

    C u!

     

    Peter
    www.peterpahor.com

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