Brooklyn's Mitch Friedman has just released his fourth album of idiosyncratic, funny, original quirky pop - GAME SHOW TEETH.

Featuring Andy Partridge and Dave Gregory of the legendary British new wave pop band XTC, Friedman has created a playful, mature and varied album of 13 eccentrically catchy songs, full of wit and impressive wordplay. GAME SHOW TEETH is his most commercial and accessible effort to date, and shows an artist who has come to fully master his trade. Produced, performed and engineered almost entirely by Friedman, it is as accomplished and technically adept as it is musically vibrant.

Even Ray Davies, song-writing legend and lead singer of The Kinks, has become a fan of Friedman's unique skills as a wordsmith. Having attended a Davies song-writing course in England, Friedman took the advice of the sixties legend that every song must have a clear structure and composed "This Is a Song" - an amusing tribute to the simple formula that can be found in so many beautiful pieces of pop.

He sent the song to Davies - who describes Friedman as a "funny and interesting little man" - and the Londoner then played it for his students as part of his lesson on song structure. You can't get much higher praise than that! Be on the lookout for the surprising and innovative music video for "This Is a Song," which Andy Partridge praised as "a piece of minimalist perfection, and perhaps the invention of a new genre - Obviousism."

The variety on the record comes from the wide range of influences that have all had an impact on Friedman's sound. "I Have Never Lied" tips its surreal hat to fellow Brooklyn quirk-rockers They Might Be Giants (with whom Friedman also shares the acclaim of being the creator of an award winning children's record - 2005's concept album for kids, PURPLE BURT.)

It is a testament to his abilities that some of his musical heroes have become repeat collaborators. The aforementioned Andy Partridge and Dave Gregory of XTC have added their expertise for the third time to a Friedman record - with Partridge providing his jaggedly jazzy guitar licks to "Little Masterpiece," and Gregory contributing several guitars and bass to the hyperactively folky "The Man That Talked Too Much."

Other special guest stars include the 'godfather of DIY/home recording' R. Stevie Moore, Joe McGinty (former keyboardist for The Psychedelic Furs, Amy Rigby, Martha Wainwright, and now musical director of New York City's Loser's Lounge tribute series,) and indie-pop songstress extraordinaire Andrea Perry.

Add in to the mix, the hilariously irreverent artwork and photography and you have an album that should amuse, entertain and thoroughly enhance any discerning pop aficionado's life.

For more information, please visit http://www.gameshowteeth.com

http://www.mitchfriedman.com/audiofiles/game_show_teeth/01_This_Is_a_Song.mp3

By Michele Wilson-Morris, MusicDish eJournal
http://www.musicdish.com

Unjustness, the struggle for equality, the journey between two lovers searching for something real, the deceitfulness of those in power, and the unwillingness of those who are not in power to continue to be oppressed...

Every now and then, you come across a song that is completely in touch with what's going on in the world. Today, I found not just one song, but a CD full of songs addressing these issues in such a deep and profound way that it touched my very soul.

Streets and Avenues, the debut album from 12 The Band, is one of the most powerful, refreshing, inspiring, and uplifting CD's that I've heard in a very long time. The 14 songs on this album take reggae to a whole new level, incorporating jazz, blues, rock, R&B, and just about any other genre you can think of with old school reggae/calypso. About half of the cuts are love songs, while the others tell of the challenges that we as human beings face trying to make it in this world. I don't say this lightly, so hear me well -- this album is SERIOUS and DEEP. No matter what your musical preferences are, there is something on Streets and Avenues for everyone.

Although I liked all of the cuts, I couldn't possibly detail them all here. But among my favorites were Togetherness, Prosper, Wrong Chord, Smile, Streets and Avenues, Consumed, Lady of the Night, and Las Lap - Prosper.

Togetherness is a wakeup call to us, and the message in this song reminds one of Bob Marley and his revolutionary sound and message of unity with more of a calypso flavor than heartbeat reggae. It's ire, reaching higher heights.
Togetherness by 12 The Band by musicdish

"The house was surrounded by police.
They say they mobilized their force and they come to suppress the peace.
He wore a brilliant disguise and the truth was a lie to design. They say that when the people hear this voice they will open up their eyes and realize it's revolution time.
Where there is peace, there is silence. Where there is hunger, there is violence;
But where there is love, there is togetherness.
This is a new world war and the plantation is closed and it's time for the slavery to cease.
Put love in your heart and the music will give you release...
He wore a brilliant disguise and the truth was a lie to design.
They say when the people hear this voice they will open up their eyes and realize it's revolution time."

Prosper exudes universal love between two souls as they move through their journey in love together. The arrangement is big with string, and French (or English) horns that add to this intimate and intricate piece.

"In sickness and health 'til death bring us together;
I shudder to think that it would ever sever.
The truth be the bond that adheres and links us together.
Cause a lie is a dagger set to put us asunder, forever asunder.
Prosper our way as move along our way."

Wrong Chord is a beautiful blend with excellent guitar and percussion. It's a nice groove with small dance hall breaks, but the message is not for the faint of heart.

"You Mr. Big shot, you have and we have not.
But we see through your disguise and we see through all your lies.
And we know mankind has but one destination
Which is to soar high above the trees and be a king of all he surveys and he sees.
You, Mr. Big Score, you have and you want more, never thinking about the poor.
Every day you say we will have a brighter tomorrow, but we need to live today."

Smile is a song for lovers. It is a fantastic and intimate blend of reggae with R&B. The quiet jazz trumpet in the background enhances the up close and personal mood of the piece. "Woman you capture me, you rapture me." And it gets better and better throughout the ride it takes you on.

The rock, reggae, jazz fusion Streets and Avenues has some of the strongest lyrics on the album. It starts off like a rock anthem and indeed would be at home in any rock group's repertoire. The song searches for an answer to an interesting question that we all ask ourselves - what is it all about, why are we here?

"Want to feel a real connection on a stronger foundation, not a brain washed salvation...
So I'm looking to the streets trying to find the avenues in the scriptures from a street prophet point of view."

12 The Band slows it down a bit on Consumed, which showcases jazz and blues sounds on a beautiful and romantic Ballad. It has a blues feel with a hard edge guitar solo.

"I see across a smoke filled room lady, and I'm consumed.
I have one question to ask of you lady. What you want to do?
I look in your eyes and I see the reflections, the mirror of your soul.
And lady, I long to make that long connection and put things on a roll."

Lady of the Night is almost entirely guitar with an occasional trumpet accent.

"Lady of the night, I smell your perfume. You're a flower in bloom.
It could never be right for you to make your money the way that you do.
And she said I know 'bout that, the mind of man I know. I know what men just do.
You see, my mommy, she turned a blind eye and daddy, he do... what he never should have do."

Las Lap - Prosper is a richly orchestrated, upscale version of Prosper, and is a great way to end the album. You can really feel the strings, the horns are clean, and there's a lot of guitar, but it works and works well.

Look, what more can I say? This is one CD that you need to run (not walk) and buy - quick, fast, and in a hurry. It has religion, revolution, and love, all combined in a basket of musical treats to satisfy the delight of any music lover with a zest for something foreign, and yet not. Streets and Avenues gets 5 out of 5 stars from this critic!

http://www.12theband.com
http://www.myspace.com/12theband

It's part festival, part music conference, part business networking opportunity and part gathering of old friends held in Nashville, TN every third weekend of June. The live performances, education and Open House are concurrently running events. Here's a day by day account from Friday morning and continuing on till Sunday midnight.

Day 1, Friday, June 19th, 2009
It's Friday 9 AM we start with some pro instruction. Richard Adler, Grammy, Platinum/Gold recording engineer & producer talks about the nitty gritty of being in the music biz. Then Dave Gibson shares some insights and plays a few songs that have worked for him. (Texas Tattoo, Big Heart, Red White and Blue Collar, Mama Don't Let Your Babies Grow Up To Be Cowboys, Queen Of Memphis, Daddy Never was the Cadillac Kind, Ships That Don't Come In, Jukebox In My Mind, Lonely & Gone). Following Dave is Stan Webb, SESAC Legacy Award. "I'm From the Country"(and I like it that way.), and other commercial successes. Stan talks about the realities of becoming a long term professional songwriter.

After Lunch, Steven Sharp's inside knowledge from successes of running a major label talks about, "The Politics of Getting a Song Heard and Cut". Next, entertainment law expert Bill Whitacre will take your questions on copyrights, rules on co-writing and collaboration, publishing, artist deals, digital rights and more. Finally, wrapping up the afternoon session is Radio Host Karen Reynolds, who will speak on "The business and skills of the performing songwriter".

Friday afternoon @ 5:30 PM we begin firing off the stages. Starting at the Curb Music parking, lot, it's time to begin the non stop original tunes till Sunday midnight! There are scheduled featured writer segments intermingled with regular writers. About 6:30 the writers start finding their place in the mix at the various Video, Web Cast and other outdoor theme venues. Unscheduled Create-A-Rounds pop up throughout the evening. Some writers browse a Booth or drop off their CDs to display at the Writer's Table. The stages hum till about 2 AM. As the evening winds down the hard core gather and play unplugged at the after hours Open Sing Ring. Thus begins a life changing weekend, so pace yourself.

Day 2, Saturday, June 20th, 2009
It's Saturday morning @ 10 AM, the Writers who got some rest are up-and-about getting first hand experience of the Row. The second day of the Pro Instructors ****s starts with a Guitar workshop with Dave Isaacs "Driving The Groove." Next Debi Champion gives pointers on "How to Host a Successful Writers Night". Lisa Aschmann explains her concepts behind the book, "1000 Songwriting Ideas." Pete & Pat Luboff will tell ya why "Collaboration is the Key to getting songs cut." and Tirk Wilder rounds things off doing Song Critiques for students.

Also at 10 AM on Saturday the Open House begins. Fest Heads will be able to drop by participating recording studios, producers, publishers, publicists, consultants, managers, duplicators, and other trade related music businesses on or near the Row. These businesses will have an "Open Door Policy" from 10 AM-6 PM June 20th and 21st. These established Music Row businesses will offer tours of their facilities and answer questions about "What part they play in the biz?" Writers are encouraged to drop off and pick up samples of each others works.

Around noon, live music begins filling the Row again and the booths are open for traffic. Little clusters of writers develop, each sharing stories and talking shop. Everyone is laid back and having a meaningful experience thanks to the no contest, no talent search emphasis of the fest, making for a more relaxing atmosphere. At some point we present the Life Time Achievement award to the festival Grand Master. Last year Tom T. Hall took the honors and was presented the keys to Music Row. The stages close down again at 2 AM and the really late niters head for the after hours Open Sing Ring to watch the sun rise. By the end of the second day, Fest Heads have been effectively scattered from one end of the Row to the other.

Day 3, Sunday, June 21st, 2009
It's Sunday Morning 8 AM and thus begins a special Christian Music Segment at the Curb Music Parking Lot. A special emphasis on Contemporary Christian related music is pursued till noon.

10 AM, Survivors from Friday and Saturday hit the Row again! The Sunday session of the Open House begins. Fest Heads loaded down with business cards, CD's and goodie bags take advantage of the "Open Door Policy" till 6 PM.

10:30 AM, The 3rd day of Pro Instruction kicks off again and runs till about 6 PM. Starting things out is a guitar workshop by master Denny Sarokin. Then find out how to be "Ready for the Row" with Barbara Cloyd. After Barb, Bob Dellaposta will speak on "How to start and maintain a publishing company." Also critically acclaimed author and songwriter C J Watson will talk on "Everything Songwriting". Finally 15 year Music Row veteran Jo Crowe will help ya get your stuff ready to plug from publisher to label & also do song critiques for the gang.

At Noon all the stages begin firing back up, booths are open and everything hums along as usual. Some of the late-niter's begin straggling in and the party continues. Go with the flow, 12 more hours to go.

At 6 PM. If anyone wants to get married at the Fest then this is the time we do it, free of charge. Festival provides a Hall of Famer to minister the ceremony. The bride and groom read a poem or play a special tune to each other on stage, kiss and then head off to a reception nearby. Don't worry. I think there will be plenty of live entertainment.

In the evening about 8 PM we start winding down the video, web cast and other stages and Southern Fried Fest Heads start gravitating to the Curb Music Parking Lot as we get ready to Jam till midnight. Having gotten our musical fill, we yearn no more. Little elves clear the row of gear, stages, and by the next day it's like we never existed.

The week following the Fest some writers are still hanging around the Row, following up on leads and cementing plans for the future. For better or worse, at least you know your way around now.

The Nashville SongWriters Festival is many happenings in one. ASCAP, SESAC and BMI writers of all genres come together. Publishers, recording studios, producers, song pluggers, managers, and others are in attendance as a broad spectrum of the industry, past, present and future will be there getting the feel. Take in all or parts of the Fest and "Play it by ear".

Writers are encouraged to come as they are and find their place in the mix. Everyone who comes to the fest will have an opportunity to share their original lyrics, song or music. There are no set pre qualifications to play and no set registration fee to attend the Fest. Each individual determines how they can contribute to help be a part of this music magic. Many special guests and surprises await but the real featured writer is you.

So step outside the cliques and come hang with the gang. If you have a talent to contribute, the call goes out. Invite yourself to be a part of Music City history. The fest is now accepting sign ups for the June 2009 season. Throw down at this years congregation to celebrate the spirit of the songwriter.

The 3 day music peoples gathering is hosted by SongWritersFestival.com. Music Fans and the general public are also invited to attend. Plenty of free parking. For more information visit www.SongWritersFestival.com, call 615-424-1491 / 931-296-4067 or email Popcorn@SongWritersFestival.com. A Page available with links to all the instructors and venues listed above are at http://www.songwritersfestival.com/big_weekend_fest.htm
Some scheduling aspects may vary due to VIP and Pro Instructor considerations at the live event.

http://www.songwritersfestival.com
http://www.songwritersfestival.com/musicdownloads/stick-your-job.mp3

Spoken Word Artist Grace LaJoy Give Us "We Welcome You to Come" Single Featuring Gospel Singer Zenobia Smith

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Listen to the "We Welcome You To Come":
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In the tumultuous and stressful times in which we live, everyone needs a form of release/relief. There are those who prefer a little jazz, those who like a nice hot bath, and then there are those for whom the only answer is our higher power. Even then, we need something or someone to help remind us that God is there for us, and the song "We Welcome You to Come" does just that.

One of the tracks from the CD "Songs By Grace LaJoy," the strength of this track is its simplicity. Featuring vocalist Zenobia Smith, the message is strong and clear with a straight forward delivery. Unadorned, but meaningful, its lyrics remind you to let go and let God: "We welcome you to come / Come and bring your burdens. / Come and bring your pain."

The track starts off nice and slow, luring you into the mindset of turning your cares over when you've done all you can do and life has you weary and weak. About midway through, it really builds, adding a choral backup before returning to the initial tempo. The musicians on this track do a great job with the piano, bass, synthe****, strings, and drums. The vocals are big and the song is like a personal invitation to you to accept its message. This is a nice, "wave your hands in the air" song that will definitely strike at the core of your faith, reminding you that you are not alone.
-- Michele Wilson-Morris

http://www.gracelajoy.com/MainFiles/SongsByGraceLaJoy.htm

Pakistani Pop star Najam Sheraz sings his first Urdu/English duet with London Jazz artist Natalie Williams. This video is directed by British film maker Bryan Thompson and was shot entirely on location in London. www.myspace.com/najamsheraz

Watch it now... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H0M88Xc3u1A

"The song is a powerful duet and the professional video backs it up nicely. Both stars have amazing voices and their interactions in this clip are fun to watch. Simply beautiful." - MusicDishTV

MusicDishTV is more than an online video channel; it is the place to find out what's happening in the music world and hear brilliant new talent before they hit the radio airwaves. Artists & bands can submit their videos at http://tv.musicdish.net

Can you forgive that trusted person in your life who betrayed your confidence? Forgiveness is never easy but it's something we all know is the right thing to do.

Author, speaker, songwriter and spoken word artist Dr. Grace LaJoy brings this timely subject to light through original songs and spoken word on her new CD "Songs By Grace LaJoy." The project was inspired by LaJoy's acclaimed spoken word piece "I Forgive You," which has been endorsed by leading motivational speaker Les Brown.

"'I Forgive You' just resonated with my spirit," said Brown.

The featured vocalist on "Songs by Grace LaJoy" is international gospel artist Zenobia Smith. She has shared the stage with Mahalia Jackson, Shirley Caesar, Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Edwin Hawkins, Clifton Davis, Bobby Jones and minister Daryl Coley.

"I couldn't imagine releasing a gospel CD without adding 'I Forgive You,' which relates a powerful message in these times," said LaJoy, whose books are published under the name Grace LaJoy Henderson. "But I think all the songs on the project will empower people to develop a closer walk with God and to live at a higher level."

LaJoy said the standout track on the CD is "We Welcome You To Come." The song, which is about accepting God's love and forgiveness, has already been attracting the attention of pastors. Many have requested to perform it in their church services.

Pam Bryant, co-pastor of Jesus is the Answer Church in Kansas City, is a believer in the song and its power to make a positive impact.

"'We Welcome You to Come' will bless churches all over the world," said Bryant. "I will definitely be using this as a ministering tool in my congregation."

Other tracks on the CD include: "Higher Than This Place," "Don't You Know," "He'll Give You An Answer," "I'm Ready," "In The Bible," "God Knows Me," "How Do I Let Go" and "I Forgive You."

Along with her music and spoken word, LaJoy has authored 11 books, including "Sexual Purity and The Young Woman," "Writer's Breakthrough: Steps To Copyright and Publish Your Own Book, and "More Than Mere Words: Poetry That Ministers."

The CD is available at gracelajoy.com, iTunes, Amazon, and CD Baby.
http://www.gracelajoy.com/MainFiles/SongsByGraceLaJoy.htm

Hit songwriters, Matt Brouwer and Evangeline, to Headline Showcase

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (February 2009) - The independent label management firm Indie Extreme will spotlight 4 of their independent acts during its first annual Independent Artist Showcase on the rooftop of the Blind Pig Pub on 6th Street in Austin, TX from 4 p.m. - 8pm on March 19 (Thursday).

The event which is sponsored by Stage Sponsor Initial Underwriting Group, and Silver Sponsors Music Arsenal and Project: AK- 47, which is an official part of the RedGorilla Music Fest, will feature a performance at 6 p.m. by hit singer-songwriter Matt Brouwer and at 7 p.m. by hit songwriting team, Evangeline. This will be the first appearance of these 2 artists at the premier Austin showcases during the largest gathering of music fans and industry executives in the country.

Brouwer will be performing songs from his newest album, currently in digital release, Where's Our Revolution produced by Grammy winning producer, Michael Omartian. The album has already garnered international award nominations, airplay and is currently gaining ground at college radio stations throughout the USA.

Evangeline, whose first single "Rain" from their debut album, We're Alright Down Here, rose to #129 on the Top40 MediaBase Chart in early 2008 and #9 on the Indie Top40 MediaBase Chart, will be showcasing some of their yet unrecorded songs along with the tunes from their album.

Other acts taking the stage for 20-minute sets will be Nashville- based R&B Fusion singer-songwriter Traci Root (5:30 p.m.), and California native Christian singer-songwriter Quimi (5:00 p.m.). Admission to the event is free.

"Each of our prior Indie Extreme Independent Artist Showcases at other industry events have been a huge success, so when we were offered this opportunity by RedGorilla to host a Day Party we felt it was time to expand into Austin," said company CEO Kathy Douglas, who founded the Nashville-based company in 2006. "Matt Brouwer plans to perform several selections from his limited release album. He will be joined by several of our other highly acclaimed acts that perform in a variety of musical ****. There's no doubt it will be a highlight of the RedGorilla Music Fest."

Indie Extreme moved its national headquarters from Houston to Nashville in mid- 2007. The fast-growing international firm supports independent artists and record labels by providing administrative and managerial services such as distribution, correspondence, bookkeeping, CD/merchandise fulfillment, marketing, database development, web site development, management/maintenance, e-commerce management, and the coordination of vendor services.

Douglas added that Indie Extreme is staging the Independent Artist Showcase with the RedGorilla Music Fest to help build exposure for professional and emerging independent acts.

Performing at the March 19 event will be

* Former Sony/BMG sub-label recording artist and hit singer-songwriter Matt Brouwer www.mattbro.com. The Canadian singer-songwriter has landed hits on the Billboard chart (I Shall Believe) and the New Music Weekly Hot 100, AC, Indie AC, and Top 40 charts (Surrender). His other CDs, Unlearning, B-sides Recording Vol. 1, and A Merry Little Christmas, follow his award-winning and critically acclaimed debut CD, Imagerical. Brouwer's newest album Where's Our Revolution, produced by multi -Grammy winning producer, Michael Omartian and features background vocal performances by legendary artists Amy Grant and Vince Gill.

* Evangeline www.evangelinegroup.com, a four-member band from Houston, TX led by songwriters-storytellers Jeffery Armstreet and Jonathan Barrick. The act uses its soulful pop, rock and folk-accented music to communicate the depths of life's struggles and challenges in relationships, choices, death, life and faith. Acclaimed producer and EMI recording artist Robbie Seay produced the act's first album, We're Alright Down Here, which gained national attention when it's first single (Rain) landed at #129 on the Top40 Billboard chart and #9 on the Indie Top40 Billboard chart. The song was also featured on a VH1 Radio interview segment with Evangeline and on Continental Airlines InFlight magazine playlist.

* Traci Root www.traciroot.com, a Nashville-based singer-songwriter whose performances in Southeast Asia have drawn up to 40,000 people. The artist has received critical acclaim for a ****that combines ****c R&B with modern soul, jazz and hip-hop. This two-time ASCAPlus award-winning songwriter made it to Round 2 of American Idol's auditions in New Jersey, (that would put her in the top 1% of the 10,000 hopefuls and/or skeptics who showed up to audition), she was picked out of the crowd by Fox News to sing a Stevie Wonder tribute live to New Jersey, New York and Washington DC. She was also a 2007 Independent Music World Series Northeast Semi-finalist.In December of 2008.

* Quimi www.myspace.com/quimimusic, a 20-year-old singer-songwriter who "pours out her heart and soul" through rocking vocals and an acoustic guitar to show her love for Jesus Christ. The soft-spoken yet enthusiastic artist recently stepped onto the music scene with her self-titled debut CD. A former nationally ranked tennis player, Quimi has been writing songs for five years. Her 10-song CD, which was produced by The Katinas, features charismatic vocals and funk, jazz and reggae-accented songs.

"Today, it's harder than ever for artists to land major record deals or for smaller labels to receive substantial radio airplay and record sales," Douglas noted. "Indie Extreme levels the playing field by providing all of the administrative and managerial resources they need. We are working to build a 2,500-member network around the globe."

For more information about Indie Extreme, visit http://www.indieextreme.com; call (615) 309-1718 or (281) 890-5034; send an e-mail to kathyd@indieextreme.com or lisa@indieextreme.com; or write the company at 3719 Sentinel Dr. Nashville, TN 37029.

Online music distributor AirPlay Direct announced that leading Russian composer and performer Alexander Shulgin had been selected as its exclusive Marquee Artist for February. Shulgin is only the second artist after Dolly Parton to be selected for such an honor. In addition to being included as a "Featured Artist" and a "Spotlight Artist" throughout February on AirPlay Direct site and newsletter sent to over 3,100 member radio stations, Familia Entertainment is making the complete 3-album compilation "Triptych. Shulgin's Songbook" available for stream and download to member radio programmers. The full compilation will be available through all major online music retailers this March.

Stream and download Triptych compilation
* Triptych. Alexander Shulgin's Songbook Part I
http://www2.airplaydirect.com/music/bands/24334/index.php
* Triptych. Alexander Shulgin's Songbook Part II
http://www2.airplaydirect.com/music/bands/24876/index.php
* Triptych. Alexander Shulgin's Songbook Part III
http://www2.airplaydirect.com/music/bands/24892/index.php

"We were very pleased to receive such recognition from AirPlay Direct and exposure to its worldwide network of broadcasters and webcasters," said Alexander Shulgin. "AirPlay Direct has consistently proven to be a leader in helping unsigned and big name artists in utilizing new technology to reach music tastemakers around the globe."

"It is very exciting for us to continue to grow our international presence," said Robert Weingartz, CEO of AirPlay Direct. "Alexander Shulgin is an extremely talented artist and a strong ambassador for the Russian music industry."

Produced by the successful DWB stable of writers and producers, the "Triptych" compilation features Shulgin's music, melodies and instrumentals that have yet been played before. With inventive use of the Spanish nylon strung acoustic guitar as a main lead instrument, it conjures up sunsets in Spain and peaceful sunshine bathed fields swaying in the breeze. There is a blend of modern Chillout **** and some more Urban sounding Jazz tinged opuses on this album - music to have a warm bath in. The compilation brings together an impressive array of talent, raging from producers Paul Drew and Richard Niles to notable jazz names as Gary Husband, Martin Taylor, John Patitucci, Simon Rushby, Bob Mintzer and Jon Howell to name a few.

"'Triptych, Shulgin's Songbook, Part 1' is simply a phenomenal album! It's a jazz lover's paradise. This album is a fusion between jazz and easy listening, suitable for every situation - background music, cozying up with your lover, or just chilling out and relaxing." Michele Morris, MusicDish e-Journal

About Alexander Shulgin
Alexander Shulgin is a leading composer, performer and executive in the new Russian music industry, having worked with such iconic artists as Valeria, Mumiy Troll, Dima Malikov, Gruppa.fm and many others. Mr. Shulgin owns and operates Familia Entertainment, a record label, and Familia Publishing, a publishing company. His catalogue includes not only top-10 songs but also a diverse array of rare releases, including hundreds of the best-known Russian gypsy songs, Songs of Siberian Exile and Best Songs of WWI, all of which are part of a Russia's unique musical heritage.

Shulgin began his career with the legendary Russian rock band The Cruise (1983-1986), which sold 20 million copies of their first album in 1985. He went on the work on a series of international projects, from "The Taiga Symphony," a combination of Russian ****c music with western rock-music performed by The Moscow Symphony Orchestra, to "Merry Christmas to the World", another ambitious East-West collaboration between Shulgin and BBC Worldwide. Shulgin is also a composer of music for films and TV, his songs appearing in films by Lukas Moodysson and Ken Russell, the TV music serial "Primadonna" as well as all the music for the first public TV channel "Spas" for which he composed .
http://www.myspace.com/shulginalexander
http://alexandershulgin.musicdish.net

About AirPlay Direct
AirPlay Direct is an easy to use digital file transfer system that was developed to streamline radio / artist promotion activities for today's music industry. AirPlay Direct's FREE services replace the unnecessary time and expense of putting together and sending out costly traditional artist packages and press kits via snail mail. Utilizing the AirPlay Direct system also allows an artist to positively impact the environment by eliminating needless packaging.
http://www.AirPlayDirect.com

"Nominated in the Best New Artist & Best New Album of 2008 categories in the German Schallwelle Music Awards".

Every now and again a CD comes along that ticks all the boxes and has real "wow" factor. Uriel's debut "Culture Shift" released on the AD Music label is just such an album. Blending synthe**** generated atmospheres, keyboards, guitars, flutes, violin, original rhythms and hypnotic percussion sounds plus the occasional vocal texture, "Culture Shift" is instrumental music of maturity, depth and a sense of purpose that is fresh and totally magical.

Each track is crafted with a strong sense of melody, full of deep emotion and waves of cosmic, electronic light and shade. Drum rhythms provide the driving force to make the tracks flow in a trance-like fashion, whilst managing to avoid the excesses of the dance market.

Fans of thematic, rhythmic instrumental music that falls into the category of ethnic influenced electronica, New Age, Jazz Fusion, Mike Oldfield, Jarre, Hans Zimmer soundtracks & Code Indigo electronic rock are going to be enthralled by this stunning new music. "Culture Shift" is a sensational mix of those **** that is utterly compelling and yet totally unique.

The music transcends culture and **** and is a real treat for those seeking something new and exciting. A genuinely stunning debut with David Wright as Executive Producer that has all the hallmarks of a ****c! Don't take our word on it, just read the reviews.

"A phenomenal blend of Electronica & World Music". CDS (UK) review 2008.
"Melodic, epic and thoroughly engrossing". Music-circus (Germany) review 2008
"A sensational mix of world, jazz fusion and electronica" JLS - (USA) review 2008
"A foot tapping, hypnotic blend of melody and rhythm - brilliant". SynthMag (UK) review UK 2008

Available on CD or as a digital download from the AD Music online store at http://www.admusiconline.com or from most major outlets.

http://www.admusiconline.com/sound/Uriel-CultureShift/6.Uriel.mp3

Saturday 21st March / Yorkshire Launch Party 12.00 pm to 3:00 pm at the British Music Embassy / Latitude 30 (512 San Jacinto), Austin, Texas

Timeless Music Project and Chocolate Fireguard Records present the FIRST EVER Yorkshire music showcase at SXSW. Featuring Wild Beasts, Paul Marshall, Talk To Angels, Rolo Tomassi and Sky Larkin. Showcasing some of the very best talent from Yorkshire, England!

YORKSHIRE LAUNCH PARTY LINE UP

Wild Beasts - A 4 piece from Leeds, England, debut album 'Limbo, Panto' was released to critical acclaim in the UK and USA on Domino. The song titles alone, Vigil For A Fuddy Duddy, Woebegone Wanderers, Cheerio Chaps, give notice you are entering a highly original environment. One listen will leave you confounded and enchanted http://www.wild-beasts.co.uk

Sky Larkin (Leeds) - Sky Larkin's ascent has been rapid and invigorating. The trio's pair of pre-album singles 'Fossil, I' and 'Beeline' have swelled interest and love in the band, prior to the release of their debut album, The Golden Spike. Signed to mighty indie Wichita (bloc party, etc) 2009 looks bright. http://www.weareskylarkin.com

Paul Marshall (Leeds) - Since signing to Bella Union, Paul Marshall has appeared on Guy Garvey's radio show, filmed a session for MTV2 and toured with Bat For Lashes and Jose Gonzalez. Currently recording for his debut 2009 release, Paul will appear at SXSW whilst following up his festival appearances at Bestival, Wireless, End of the Road and Green Man in 2008. http://www.myspace.com/paulmarshallyeah

Rolo Tomassi (Sheffield) - Hassle Records newest signings, Rolo Tomassi are a fresh-faced bunch straight from the Steel City, playing some of the most frenetic, insane and jaw-dropping tunes around. Combining elements of punk, hardcore, post-rock, electronica, jazz and full on metal, it's an aural assault, but of the hippest, knowing kind, and in frontwoman Eva, they posess the most natural star to emerge from the UK underground in years. Forming in 2005, the band self-released their first demo, and followed this up by a self-titled EP; their debut LP 'Hysterics' was released in September 2008 on Hassle http://www.myspace.com/rolotomassi

Talk To Angels (Bradford) - They're loud, impassioned, dramatic and barely legal! Run through with big ideas, these guys will give you a live set that will make your hair stand on end. Expect an A & R fest at every performance. Born at the studios that launched Kaiser Chiefs, Embrace and Pigeon Detectives, Talk To Angels return to Austin, the scene of their historic Obama election night show. http://www.myspace.com/talktoangels

*** Register at http://www.britishmusic.biz. Line up confirmed at time of going to press.
Please note that line up may change in the event of unforeseen circumstances.
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ABOUT TIMELESS MUSIC PROJECT

Over the last 4 years, award winning Social Enterprise "Timeless Music Project" has been delivering projects aimed at drawing attention to and supporting Yorkshire's talented music industry. Established in 2004, projects include regional showcase CDs, events, festivals, campaigning and conferences. New for 2009 and thanks to Yorkshire Forward sponsorship, Timeless Music Project made the case for and is organising the first ever live Yorkshire Music Showcase event at SXSW Music Conference, Texas on Saturday 21st March (12-3). It will take place at the British Music Embassy venue - just before the slot traditionally held by Liverpool Sound City. Yorkshire will now also be a regional partner in the British Music Stand at the Austin Convention Centre (again for the very first time)
http://www.timelessmusicproject.com

So why is this so important? SXSW is regarded by many as the most important US based Music Conference relevant to British Music exports - responsible for breaking acts including Amy Winehouse. Along with this year's Timeless Music Project regional CD sampler "Independent Sounds of Yorkshire and the Humber" which will also help to profile some of the best homegrown talent, the Yorkshire showcase will add worth to UK Trade & Investment Yorkshire's forthcoming SXSW Trades Mission for Yorkshire based creative businesses, which along with Sensoria Festival, this vibrant Social Enterprise has been helping to develop: http://www.y2tx.com

ABOUT YORKSHIRE'S MUSIC SCENE Dave Simpson / The Guardian - from article featured in SXSW British Music Guide

Since Kaiser Chiefs' "Everything's brilliant in Leeds" T-shirt in 2004, music in wider Yorkshire has undergone an enormous resurgence. From the Kaisers to Leeds's Pigeon Detectives and chanteuse Corinne Bailey Rae, to Sheffield's Arctic Monkeys, the northern county houses some of the biggest and most influential acts in the UK. There's no such thing as a "Yorkshire sound", but the diverse acts do share an independent spirit. The Kaisers' Britpop-influenced anthems ignored prevailing fashions. Following the example of Sheffield pioneers the Human League and Pulp, Arctic Monkeys' blend of storytelling and guitars has provided a blueprint for bands around the nation. Although Leeds and Sheffield boast thriving club and jazz scenes, the diversity of sound is shaped by the annual influx of students, many of whom form bands like Dinosaur Pile-Up and Wonderswan, who are trailblazing an unlikely but exciting Yorkshire grungey sound. Sheffield continues to hit the headlines with Mercury-nominated singer/producer Richard Hawley and his Made In Sheffield album union with Tony Christie, another of the city's famous sons. But now, even smaller Yorkshire towns are producing bands: indie rockers the Cribs and Skint And Demoralised from Wakefield and One Night Only, the tiny North Yorkshire village of Helmsley's unlikely pop sensations. Maybe someone should change that slogan to "Everything's brilliant in Yorkshire."

(Dave Simpson, music writer, the Guardian and author of The Fallen: Searching For The Missing Members Of The Fall http://www.thefallenbook.co.uk)

ABOUT YORKSHIRE'S MUSIC SCENE Interview with Alan Raw of BBC Raw Talent Introducing

"Yorkshire's music scene is blooming marvellously. It's been on the up for over seven years now and shows no signs of slowing down. Four years ago Melvin Benn (Head of Mean Fiddler at the time, now Festival Republic) said in an interview on BBC Raw Talent Introducing; that Yorkshire was the new capital of UK music. Since then the infrastructure and expertise necessary to support this volume of new talent, has moved up from London or been created by local entrepreneurial enterprises. The result is sustained success for the regions artists such as Kaiser Chiefs, Arctic Monkeys, The Cribs, Pigeon Detectives, Corrine Bailey Rae, and a new interested market for the emerging talent in and around Leeds, Hull, York and Sheffield who will be rightly showcased at SXSW this year. Artists like Paul Marshall, Nat Johnson, Awash with Antler, Sky Larkin, Rolo Tomassi, Hungry Ghosts & Talk To Angels, to name a few of the many superb artists and bands that are rising up in Yorkshire this year. The success of the summer events like the BBC Introducing Stage at Leeds festival, Scarborough's Beached Festival, Timeless Festival, Huddersfield and the new stages at Beverley Folk Festival have focused media interest on Yorkshire and brought music audiences out to support these bands. The success is now on show and Yorkshire's future looks fantastic"

100 Percent Of Artist's Net Profits Will Go To His Peaceman Foundation, Which He Created To Battle Hate Crimes And Treat Victims Of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

New York City, NY- You may know him as the billionaire banker bachelor turned singer - the unique, undeniably eccentric Ivan Wilzig a.k.a. "Sir Ivan." He makes headlines with his wild parties at his Hampton's castle that is quickly claiming notoriety as the Playboy Mansion of the East Coast and inspired the naming of his alter ego, Sir Ivan.

Sir Ivan is breathing new life into the musical and social legacy of the 1960s with his debut album, I AM PEACEMAN, created in a "rocktronica" format - exciting blends of rich melodies with live guitar riffs and an undercurrent of electronic beats. On the new 15 song album, Sir Ivan once again re-interprets "Imagine", along with 14 other 60s ****cs, including "For What It's Worth," "Blowin' In The Wind," "Eve of Destruction," "Turn, Turn, Turn" and "Get Together."

"Woodstock was much more than a three-day concert," says Sir Ivan, "it was a rallying point for a generation that rejected hate, violence and war and wanted to replace it with love and peace. I think this is a good time for everyone to re-explore the music that forged a revolution."

Sir Ivan first found success in 2001 with his top-40 dance remake of John Lennon's "Imagine," which was recorded with Grammy nominated producer Ernie Lake.

The album's concept began eight years ago with Sir Ivan's dream to record a 60s album that would generate royalties for world peace. He believes that music truly can make a difference in people's lives and affect the way they treat each other. For that reason, he created The Peaceman Foundation, which supports an array of charities dedicated to fighting Hate Crimes and treating the victims of PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder).

To further promote peace through his music and foundation, Sir Ivan always performs in "peace capes," which has earned him the title "PEACEMAN," the rock star superhero fighting for peace.

Sir Ivan is undeniably a great interview, from his innovative "rocktronica" 60s covers to his fascinating background. He is forthcoming and willing to answer all questions you may have.

Please go to these websites to review his unreleased album at http://www.sirivanmusic.com, http://www.myspace.com/sirivanmusic, and http://www.youtube.com/sirivanmusic.
The first song you hear, "For What It's Worth" is already generating a buzz.

MusicDish Network started the year with a new push focused on generating airplay for its artists through podcasters. Americana-rock artist Amy Speace led the charge with plays on four different podcast shows last month. Her upcoming album "The Killer In Me" has been described by John Platt, host of WFUV's "The Sunday Breakfast", as "a collection of alt-country gems, a little dark around the edges."

In addition to "The Indie Music Sampler" podcast, Gospel singer Desmond Pringle's song 'Let There Be Praise' has been picked up by radio stations in Australia [Highland FM (107.1 FM)], Italy [Radio Web Italia], Canada [EJNM.net].

"Based on the response and commitments thus far, February will be a big month for our artists in the webcast sector," noted MusicDish Founder Eric de Fontenay. "Podcasting, combined with online street teaming and brand marketing, is key to boosting digital music sales and fan awareness worldwide."

JANUARY PODCASTS:
Date: February 1, 2009
Podcast: Pirates Week
Artist - Track: Alexander Shulgin - Posmotri vokrug sebya

Date: January 30, 2009
Podcast: The Indie Music Sampler
Artist - Track: Desmond Pringle - Let There Be Praise

Date: January 29, 2009
Podcast: Jesses Country Corner
Artist - Track: Amy Speace - Row Row Row

Date: January 18, 2009
Podcast: WLSO.FM
Artist - Track: Amy Speace - Step Out Of The Shade

Date: January 15, 2009
Podcast: Suffolk and Cool
Artist - Track: Bethany & Rufus - Isn't That So

Date: January 13, 2009
Podcast: DALECAST
Artist - Track: Amy Speace - Home

Date: January 9, 2009
Podcast: Makin Noise
Artist - Track: Amy Speace - The Killer In Me

Date: January 9, 2009
Podcast: Radio Orphans Podcast
Artist - Track: Polarity/1 - Land O Debbies

Date: January 1, 2009
Podcast: The TVA Podcast
Artist - Track: Kobo Town - Abatina

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Familia Entertainment has announced the exclusive digital pre-release of "Triptych. Shulgin's Songbook. Part I," the first in the three-album compilation "Triptych" by leading Russian composer Alexander Shulgin. All the songs from the album will be available for download to over 2,800 radio station members through online music distributor Airplay Direct (http://www.airplaydirect.com/alexandershulgin). The full compilation will be distributed digitally by The Orchard and made available through all major online music retailers in March.

http://www.airplaydirect.com/alexandershulgin

Produced by the successful DWB stable of writers and producers, "Triptych" contains the music, melodies and instrumentals of the famous themes by the composer which have yet been played before. With inventive use of the Spanish nylon strung acoustic guitar as a main lead instrument, it conjures up sunsets in Spain and peaceful sunshine bathed fields swaying in the breeze. There is a blend of modern Chillout **** and some more Urban sounding Jazz tinged opuses on this album - music to have a warm bath in.

"Triptych. Shulgin's Songbook. Part I" is an instrumental album of the music of feelings and mind, romantic lounge, recorded together with the most famous English instrumentalists - Simon Rushby, Steve King, Jon Howell, lead guitars by Paul Drew. Recorded in spring 2008 at DWB Music record studio in the UK, the album was produced by young English producers Paul Drew, Greig Watts and Pete Barringer.

"Triptych. Shulgin's Songbook. Part II" - a piano album produced by Richard Niles and performed by Gary Husband, played in a "minimal" **** One of the album tracks - an instrumental duet - was recorded together with the great star of the music jazz, the best guitar player in England and one of the best ones in the world - Martin Taylor.

"Triptych. Shulgin's Songbook. Part III" - was made in a "smooth jazz" **** recorded together with the most famous worldwide jazz musicians: Billy Cobham, John Patitucci, Bob James, Bob Mintzer and others. The legendary Richard Niles, who before had worked with Luciano Pavarotti, Paul McCartney, Pat Matini, The Pet Shop Boys group, was a producer of the album.

"Recording the album was a very harmonious experience a definite sense of peace transcended into the studio and made everyone feel part of something beautiful. The soaring melodies and tranquil harmonies brought the studio to life. It was a experience to remember." - Pete Barringer, producer

When we recorded the vocals for the album I thought instantly that this was a project with real musical sentiment... A refreshing sound..." - Laura Whittle, vocals

"It was a pleasure to work with such great melody's as this, many of them expressing the emotions that words cannot express" - Paul Drew, producer

About Alexander Shulgin
Alexander Shulgin is a leading composer, performer and executive in the new Russian music industry, having worked with such iconic artists as Valeria, Mumiy Troll, Dima Malikov, Gruppa.fm and many others. Mr. Shulgin owns and operates Familia Entertainment, a record label, and Familia Publishing, a publishing company.

Shulgin began his career with the legendary Russian rock band The Cruise (1983-1986), which sold 20 million copies of their first album in 1985. He went on the work on a series of international projects, from "The Taiga Symphony," a combination of Russian ****c music with western rock-music performed by The Moscow Symphony Orchestra, to "Merry Christmas to the World", another ambitious East-West collaboration between Shulgin and BBC Worldwide. Shulgin is also a composer of music for films and TV, his songs appearing in films by Lukas Moodysson and Ken Russell, the TV music serial "Primadonna" as well as all the music for the first public TV channel "Spas" for which he composed .

Websites:
http://www.myspace.com/shulginalexander
http://alexandershulgin.musicdish.net

Grassy Hill Entertainment singer-songwriter Amy Speace will be spending her Valentine's Day opening for The Bacon Brothers during two sold out shows at Pennsylvania's Sellersville Theater.

WHAT: Amy Speace opens for The Bacon Brothers

WHEN: Saturday February 14, 2009
2 shows - 6pm and 9pm, Both sold out!

WHERE: Sellersville Theater 1894
24 West Temple Avenue
Sellersville, PA

Philly natives Kevin & Michael Bacon have written & played music together for over twenty years and have become one of the country's hottest live bands with successful, sold-out performances across the country. The Bacon Brothers perform an enticing mixture of folk, rock, soul and country. In addition to their band, Michael has won numerous awards for his musical scores for films & TV including numerous Emmys and two Academy Awards while Kevin is recognized around the world as one of Hollywood's most enduring and acclaimed actors.

Amy Speace has already won a loyal grass-roots fan base, thanks in large part to live performances that merge warmth, humor and emotional immediacy, and to a tireless touring schedule that's already taken her across the United States. She's also won considerable critical acclaim, with The Village Voice observing that Speace is "taking her Americana away from twangy contemplation toward tangy confrontation" and noting that she's "not another of those breathy would-be child poets, but a real singing writer of songs." Time Out New York stated, "Amy Speace plays sweet, twangy folk music with a clear voice and an innocent vulnerability," while The Nashville Scene noted that she "balances wry humor with open-hearted honesty." And renowned Nashville critic Robert K. Oermann, writing in Music Row, dubbed her a "new star."
http://www.amyspeace.com
http://www.myspace.com/amyspeace

Audiolife ( http://www.Audiolife.com ), the Los Angeles-based Artist Services Company responsible for the development of a new media web-platform specifically designed for indie artists to sell music online and on-demand to fans, is set to "go worldwide" just one week after their public beta launch. The company announced today that beginning Monday, February 9th, 2009, artists across the globe will be able to sell music online directly to their fans anywhere in the world.

"The response from our public beta launch was overwhelming," remarked Audiolife Founder and CEO, Brandon Hance. "Within 24 hours we had over 300 new artists sign-up and begin using our tools for creating physical and digital merchandise. The majority of those have already started selling music and merchandise directly to fans."

Audiolife's international platform will allow artists to:

* Create their own virtual store with an unlimited number of downloads, ringtones, CDs and merchandise items.

* Sell directly to fans on any website, blog or social network on the web.

* Have one central place to design custom products and manage all e-commerce.

* Easily buy high quality, affordable CDs and merchandise with no minimums for live shows and events.

* Focus on making music while Audiolife handles all on-demand manufacturing, distribution, customer service and accounting.

"We will continue to push forward and implement new features that will serve the artist and their fans," added Hance. "Our team has been working day and night since the launch responding to the demands of artists from the U.S. to Canada and the U.K., and we are confident that adding international selling and distribution capabilities is the next logical step toward fulfilling our promise of keeping the artist top of mind: this new feature will give artists everywhere the opportunity to make money with no up-fronts or inventory required."

About Audiolife
Audiolife ( http://www.Audiolife.com ), a division of Inhance Media, is an Artist Services Company founded in 2005 by USC graduates Brandon Hance, Aaron Wiener, and **** Rathod. Based in Los Angeles, California, the company is currently in public beta and continues their dedication to empowering artists through new technology solutions.

Live performance by 12 the Band of their song "Twilight" from their debut album 'Streets and Avenues'. Conscious fusion of the indigenous music of Trinidad and Tobago, primarily Calypso, with other popular forms of music such as Reggae, Rock, Soul, Jazz to create a sound affectionately called Neo Calypso. www.12theband.com

Watch it now... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=78I9Cd54Pv0

"In this live perfomance of 'Twilight', 12 The Band are on top of their game. The song is a wonderful blend of calypso/jazz/reggae music, which is affectionately called Neo Calypso. This version of 'Twilight' is both laidback, yet powerful at the same time. This is a fantastic performance and one can't help but see the musical talent that is prevalent here." - MusicDishTV

MusicDishTV is more than an online video channel; it is the place to find out what's happening in the music world and hear brilliant new talent before they hit the radio airwaves. Artists & bands can submit their videos at http://tv.musicdish.net

"One Hot Summer Ago" is one of the most beautiful ballads of the last years. A song to love and cry that works deep inside your heart, thanks to the wonderful and technically perfect voice of Rustie Blue. She is one of the most exciting female vocalists in today's country music scene," Rafel Corbi, Radio RPEM-FM

Nashville, TN (February 5, 2009) - Center Stage Productions recording artist Rustie Blue continues to gain International popularity with her unique ****of country music. Blue has reached the top of the European Country Music Chart once again with her sultry ballad, "One Hot Summer Ago." This is Rustie's third #1 on the European CMA Chart. "One Hot Summer Ago" was the lead single from Blue's latest album, "Stronger Than Steel" One Hot Summer Ago" is a song that looks back to that first love when it was innocent and perfect, written by Gilles Godard and Willie Mack. Rustie is also climbing the Country HOTDISC Chart with her third single, "Shape Up Heart, " (Larry Wayne Clark, Sherry Garland) which is sitting at #4; It has been released via January's, Country HotDisc Compilation, and is on it's way to U.S. Radio via February's M-T-M. Compilation, Nashville.

"I believe in Rustie and her music and she deserves the best"., Promoter & Radio Personality, Nikos Garavelas, CMA award winning "Best International Broadcaster from Greece."

"Her vocal is stronger and more forceful, and her delivery excellent. The songs suit her raunchy ****and with great guitars fiddles and steel its like listening to a female who is more like Gretchen than Dolly.," Gerry Ford, Country Music & Dance, Scotland.

Rustie- An Award-Winning Recording Artist, and a full-time Entertainer, has come a long way since her first album ,"That Oughta Do It." Blue has graced the pages of many high profile publications such as Country Weekly, Music Row Magazine. Music City News, Country Stars Online, Up Country Magazine, and has had 4 hits singles, Shape Up Heart, One Hot Summer Ago, Chip Chip, (duet with Bill Anderson), and Jones On The Jukebox (Becky Hobbs). She has performed at the Ryman, CMA Festival in Nashville, WSM Midnite Jamboree, won an award with Bill Anderson by the European Country Music Association for "Vocal Collaboration Of The Year", has been nominated for "Female Artist Of The Year" by Music Box France along side of Reba, Shania, Gretchen Wilson, Alison Kraus, Martina McBride, and Mary Chapin Carpenter. She has enjoyed tours in Europe, Australia and New Zealand and is looking forward to her return! Rustie is currently in the tour planning stage and planning her first music video. Fans from around the world will also have a chance to meet Rustie in June at the CMA Fest 2009.

Fans can also hear both "One Hot Summer Ago" and "Shape Up Heart" at http://www.rustieblue.com or http://www.myspace.com/rustieblue. Rustie's latest CD "Stronger Than Steel" is available via Rustie's website, which will be signed by Rustie if requested, ITunes, CDBABY, Amazon, several of Super D's partner companies and many other on-line digital retailers .

Tryxo is the newest hot spot for independent artists that want to be heard on a global stage. Tryxo is an online store for digital downloads, offering strictly independent music. So why chose Tryxo? It is FREE to sign up, and artists will retain 75% of the sales on their music, well above industry rates. All that is required is to sign up for a free account at http://www.Tryxo.com

In these recessionary times, Tryxo offers several advantages to artists, and especially their fans, including:
- high-quality pre-approved music
- a low price ($0.59 per download)
- no limitations to how many times a song that was purchased can be downloaded or copied onto the mp3 players or CDs.

"This is a store, not a community, dating site or a combination of all," noted Founder Natalie Vandersluis. "The goal is to promote great independent music worldwide and to fully support the artist by giving him the major percentage of the sales."

In the future Tryxo is planning to provide online radio streams. Listeners will be able to find out more on the artists in rotation as well as request that the artist perform in their region.

Tryxo is an online store for digital downloads with strictly independent music. They strictly focus on providing talented independent artists with a high quality marketplace for their products. Tryxo will provide a viable sales record not just clicks on your MySpace page or free downloads.
http://www.tryxo.com

This video gives a rundown of what the new music site Audiolife has to offer. The video tour shows how Audiolife lets musicians create their own virtual store to sell their music and merchandise. As mentioned in this clip, there are two huge benefits to using Audiolife. One, it is entirely free to set up (no up-front costs), and two, musicians will no longer need to have physical inventory on hand. All of the merchandise is held at Audiolife's warehouse and they will ship out any products that are ordered.

Watch it now... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MwIl_tOaBE

Audiolife is user-friendly and presents musicians with the ability to design their merchandise using the site's free tools. Music can be offered up as albums, downloads or ringtones. Needless to say, Audiolife delivers plenty of help to get a musician's music and merchandise out on the market. Check out this video for even more information on what this exciting new website is all about. www.audiolife.com

MusicDishTV is more than an online video channel; it is the place to find out what's happening in the music world and hear brilliant new talent before they hit the radio airwaves. Artists & bands can submit their videos at http://tv.musicdish.net

Trinidad-based 12 The Band have been officially invited to perform for Canadian Music Week, considered to be one of the premier entertainment events in North America focusing on the business of music. Held in Toronto from March 11th to 14th, the band and their representative, Eric de Fontenay with MusicDish, will be available to meet with the over 3,000 industry movers and shakers that attend the event annually.

12 The Band at Canadian Music Fest '09
Date: Thursday, March 12
Time: To Be Confirmed
Place: Revival
783 College St. West
Cover: free with CMW wristband

12 The Band completed their debut album "Streets and Avenues," which they performed live at the prestigious Caribbean Fashion Week in Jamaica, followed by a showcase at the 2008 London Calling Music Conference in London. They have toured Britain playing in some of the prominent night clubs on the Central London music scene like The Sin Club, The Bar Fly, Momo's Cargo and Canvas and has performed live on the BBC Radio Show "Outlook." 12 has also played at the Birmingham Carnival, Nottinghill Carnival and the Yaashantewaa Calypso Tent which is the first and only calypso tent in London. 12 has performed in the Alliance Francaise Fete de La Musique opening for international recording artists such as Chris Combette and Orange Sky.

12 The Band fuses Alternative Rock with indigenous Caribbean influences such Calypso and Reggae, as well as other popular forms such as Soul and Jazz... a unique sound they affectionately call Earth Force Music.

http://www.12theband.com
http://www.myspace.com/12theband