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Network Music Magazine, Rivmixx, Expands « Result #1 Yesterday at 10:52am »
Announced as part of several new features, including We7 and Spotify links, the every genre, every angle music platform has been growing in popularity since its launch earlier this year.
"Premium content is and will always be our focal point, but having the addition of quality content pouring into Rivmixx from all over the web will add another layer of engagement for our community," explained MD, Danny Mac.
Not only does Rivmixx provide at least twenty news worthy features each month - that's more than many magazines produce in a year - it also puts forward all the latest albums reviews, the latest technology tried and tested, cool websites offered up for perusal and now, as well as its own hand penned news, it provides aggregated news from the most popular music sites in every genre. Blues, reggae, jazz, country, R&B, hip hop, dance, rock, pop and other all have their very own sections, all of which run a steady stream of news from the most popular sites.
"We7 and Spotify links have now been added to our editorial too," continued Danny Mac. "This allows users to stream their favourite artists whilst browsing Rivmixx.com"
Any album, feature or news item mentioned within Rivmixx links through to the tracks on Spotify or We7 - allowing music fans to not only listen to the latest music for free, but also get the information surrounding them, professional reviews and a chance to add their own comments. In many cases there's interviews with the artists themselves too and the opportunity to become a fan and then receive all the artist's own news, blog posts and video/track/image updates.
Any fan that signs up to Rivmixx automatically gets their own 'mymixx', which is an individually tailored magazine that's produced by the artists - latest news, music, videos, blogs and events - and includes the latest news and album reviews as posted by Rivmix itself. It's another, unique magazine created by the fan for the fan, produced by their favourite artists.
Rivmixx, which launched earlier this year, has been growing steadily, in content, design, and communication. The company has proved itself as something of a taste making voice too, with several hot new acts including Florence and the Machine, Speech Debelle and Toddla T - profiled and channelled through Rivmixx, going on to find serious success within the industry.
Chart topping artists such Chase & Status, The Flaming Lips and Robbie Williams are also featured. And now, with the addition of this new aggregated news feature, musicians from within the country and blues, among other genres, will be catered for too.
From album and new music technology reviews, interviews, festival specials, ticket giveaways, exclusive audio and video content, to hot off the press news updates; every detail is carefully designed by a team of leading music industry professionals to provide users with an unrivalled music resource.
Interested users can sign up to http://www.rivmixx.com using their facebook accounts, or create a new, unique, tailored profile.
Kenny Bloom: China's Music Mogul « Result #2 on Nov 19, 2009, 11:51am »
By Eric de Fontenay (MusicDish LLC Founder & Publisher) 2009-11-12
The music industry in China has significantly changed over the past couple of decades, from a tightly government-controlled propaganda pipeline into an increasingly powerful and sophisticated economic sector. Spearheading the way in China's entertainment industry is Kenny Bloom, music veteran of over 30 years, and Founder and CEO of VisiTek Holdings, Ltd. Born in New York City, Mr. Bloom, at age 56, has accomplished more than most people do in a lifetime, and he has no plans of slowing his pace. To say that his list of accomplishments is impressive would be a gross understatement.
A winner of the Lincoln Center Award for Music Achievement at age 15, Bloom attended both Julliard and Manhattan Schools of Music Prep Departments. He joined Atlantic Records in 1977 (a subsidiary of the Warner Music Group) and launched KB communications in 1984, one of the first entertainment marketing companies. He formed a joint venture with China Film (China's film monopoly) in 1988 and secured the China license for the Warner Music library, which led to the first foreign owned PRC record company since 1949. Over the years, Bloom went on to produce numerous radio shows, television programs, concerts by internationally renowned artists, soundtracks, and Broadway plays. He is widely recognized as a major player in the entertainment industry.
One might wonder if Bloom would be ready to ride on his reputation for a while, coasting through the years to come after having such an illustrious career. But nothing could be farther from the truth. In fact, Bloom is moving faster, striking harder with a bold strategy to become a leading content producer. Leading the charge is MOGO (http://www.mogo.com.cn/), a video site covering the emerging independent music scene in China to the young, hip (undeserved) urban music consumer.
I had an opportunity to interview Mr. Bloom regarding his past, and his vision for the future. It was one of the most enlightening, thought provoking, and inspirational interviews I've ever had the pleasure of doing.
Q: You've had over 20 years experience in the Chinese music business, beginning with the launch of Warner Music China. What are some of the unique characteristics that have shaped its development?
For one thing, massive piracy. The only business left now is ringtones and live shows. That said, there are more artists now then every before. 20 years ago there were half a dozen big pop stars and 4 rock bands. Now there are scores of pop stars and well over 300 working rock bands.
Q: So what's sustaining that growth in the face of piracy?
Basically, live shows. The entire industry is going through a global transition. China is no different in that regard.
Q: There's been a lot of talk about the recent WTO decision opening the Chinese market to more Western entertainment, including music. The RIAA reaction to the decision was to state: "Enhancing the ability of the U.S. creative community to do business in China will generate needed revenue and jobs to the U.S. economy." This seems to fly in the face of the piracy problem. But having said that, do you believe that the decision will at least result in an increase in the international repertoire's share of the overall market?
China's music market has a 98% mandarin language repertoire. It's what they like. The WTO decision is certainly not going to change the musical tastes of the Chinese consumers. And why should China embrace western music in a language they don't understand. Does the West embrace Chinese music? That's a totally open market. This has been an inane concept for quite some time, that every market has a pent up demand for Western culture. In a way, it sends a very disturbing message that "your culture is not as relevant".
Q: Let's discuss the latest western invasion in China - Google's oPhone vs. Apple's iPhone, China Mobile vs. China Unicom... While the iPhone launch in China thus far has been disappointing, it is turning into a new platform being seized by indie bands and labels to release content and manage their fan base. How will the smart phone impact the Chinese music business?
It will be a long time before smart phones are in the hands of the "average" Chinese consumer. They are just too expensive to have a huge impact outside of business applications.
Q: But, the Chinese are super-status oriented and there is an upper-middle urban class. Why, when these products are launched in China, would they not be successful - especially with 400 million mobile users?
Even with 400 million users, you are talking about a relatively small percentage of the population who are upper-middle urban class. Out of the total population, maybe 3% can be classified as such. And they're not necessarily listening to music, certainly not Western music.
Q: Pepsi has been making big moves in China with their nationally televised Battle of the Bands "Vox Rock" and launch of their music label QMusic. Is Pepsi really serious about supporting the independent Chinese music scene? And if so, is this a model that will have legs in China (i.e., might we someday listen to Tsingtao's latest buzz band)?
It is essential that corporate sponsors support the music industry. We are now seeing more of it focused on rock and hip-hop. But we also need local media to embrace those musical styles in order to build the consumer base. Otherwise, sponsors won't be able to quantify their investment in music that is outside of the mainstream.
Q: Isn't QMusic much more than sponsorship? They're talking about developing and launching new bands, like Starbucks Hear Music.
Let's see what they do. It's still too early to make judgments as they have not yet started their operations.
Q: I have one final question for you. Mogo is something of a 21st century MTV-like pioneer in China. You are creating original and professionally produced WebTV content (not user-generated), in support of the emerging independent scene (art, music...). That's difficult enough in the West. What are some of the unique challenges you face – the consumer, the government, advertisers?
It's China's own home-grown music TV station and all parties have been very supportive. The biggest challenge we are facing is finding qualified staff. Every company has problems finding experienced workers. Don't forget, the modern era of China is only 30 years old with most of the development coming in the past 10. The word of the day is "patience". It will all happen, but it will happen on China's terms.
Andy Fraser Sponsors Climate Change Vid Challenge « Result #3 on Nov 18, 2009, 5:57pm »
Los Angeles, CA - November 17, 2009 - Andy Fraser is standing with campaigns such as Avaaz.org, TckTckTck, Repower America, and Al Gore, to help promote the message of catastrophic climate change. In his continuing efforts to keep the climate change issue front and center, Andy Fraser is sponsoring a Climate Change Video Competition for all those concerned about our planet.
Andy Fraser has contributed the song "This Is The Big One", as a worldwide copyright free download, for fellow activists to upload their event videos or pictures, post on YouTube, help spread message and also win prizes.
The 10 Best videos posted on YouTube.com will receive an Apple iPod shuffle, fully loaded with Andy's music catalog, and will be featured on Fraser's website at www.andyfraser.com . Grand Prize winner will receive an autographed custom-built Bass Guitar from Andy's personal collection.
Winners names, and links to The Best Videos on YouTube.com will be announced by McTrax International, and in support of current efforts of keeping the issue of catastrophic climate change in the forefront, in time for the COP15 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen on December 7, 2009.
Honored by BMI's 3 Million Play Club for crafting monster rock anthem "All Right Now," Fraser's best known around the world as legendary bassist / founding member of 70s rock band FREE, Robert Palmer's mega-hit "Every Kinda People" and songwriter / composer for artists including Rod Stewart, Chaka Khan, Paul Young, Joe thingyer, Paul Carrick, Wilson Pickett, Three Dog Night, Bob Seger, Randy Crawford, Etta James, Frankie Miller, and Ted Nugent.
Fraser is finalizing his upcoming CD "On Assignment" scheduled for release on McTrax International along with the long-awaited "Alive" concert DVD/documentary.
Got A Great Record? Now Its Time To Promote It! « Result #5 on Nov 18, 2009, 11:13am »
MyMusicSuccess.Com, the leading online music promotion and artist development website today launched its brand new website at http://www.mymusicsuccess.com
The new site brings a series of innovative promotional tools and services to the independent music community, including publicity, radio promotion, overseas promotion and graphic services, at the most cost effective rates.
Users can also join the site as a member and benefit from advice and support with their independent music career from the founder, Simon Adams, who has over 25 years of experience in the music industry behind him. Membership also includes access to an ever expanding database of music industry contacts to submit your music to, and the forthcoming series of e-Seminars, designed to offer motivation and support to help independent artists succeed in the new music industry.
As well as its current range of radio promotion services, run in conjunction with leading online broadcaster XLTRAX radio networks, the new website also now adds cost effective promotion services to Japan, and a new graphic design service for artists looking to get great artwork produced for their iTunes digi covers, CD releases and gig flyers by a professional music industry designer.
MyMusicSuccess founder Simon Adams said today "We're really happy to be able to launch the new website and offer an expanded range of services to independent musicians worldwide. We've had some great success over the last few months helping a number of artists achieve billboard chart positions, amazing publicity and extensive airplay, and the new site is going to help us assist more artists to achieve independent music success. We now have an amazing new affiliate scheme that will allow members of our site to earn referral fees too."
For the first week of the launch, MyMusicSuccess.Com has a number of free 3 month memberships available to give away to selected independent artists. If you would like to be considered for a free membership, email artists@mymusicsuccess.com
MyMusicSuccess will also be at Midem 2010, taking place in Cannes, France in January.
Koko Dozo Single "Gangsta" on 'Attack Of The Blog" « Result #6 on Nov 17, 2009, 10:01am »
Koko Dozo's newest single release, "Gangsta" is now available. This comes after "The Shine," which was a successful collaboration with DJ Morsy. Already chosen to be part of the compilation "Attack Of The Blog" (a second 'Blog themed' compilation for Buzzard Gulch Records), the song steps it up with original breaks and the famous tantric loops of Polarity/1. The vocals of singer Amy Douglas are impressive and wide ranging on this track as she succeeds at getting you into the groove as well as altering her style to expose a somewhat gentler, more sultry side. The Space-based duo is once again back. Stand clear of the closing doors please, because the dance floor is moving!
Indaba Music Launches Clips Library « Result #7 on Nov 17, 2009, 7:58am »
NEW YORK - November 12, 2009 - As the leading destination for online music creation, Indaba Music (http://www.IndabaMusic.com) is a place for musicians to find one another, create and remix music, and showcase their work. The company has launched an extensive library of over 8,000 audio clips licensed under Creative Commons, a flexible set of permissions that encourage content to be shared, remixed and repurposed by creators. Under these licenses, Indaba Music's global community of more than 300,000 musicians will have access to a wide collection of loops and samples to remix, share, and use commercially.
Accessible from both a dynamic, searchable database (http://www.indabamusic.com/clips) as well as within the company's innovative web-based digital audio workstation, musicians will be able to download the clips or add them directly to online recording sessions. The clips library opens up a vast creative resource, and represents an important step in the company's mission towards democratizing music creation.
"Our goal is to provide a flexible, comprehensive set of tools that musicians of every level can pick and choose from to fit their creative needs," says Co-CEO and Co-Founder, Dan Zaccagnino. "With our collaborative session platform, our digital audio workstation, and now with the launch of our clips library, musicians have an increasingly powerful suite of tools to support their creative processes."
To introduce its community to the clips library, Indaba Music has partnered with Filter Magazine for a unique online contest, challenging musicians to use a minimum of two clips as the foundation of an original song. The grand prize winner of the original song challenge, as determined by Filter Magazine, will be profiled in an upcoming issue, and the song will be featured in the issue's monthly digital sampler. The is just the latest in a series of remix contests featuring artists such as The Roots, Mariah Carey, Yo-Yo Ma, John Legend, Crystal Method, Alkaline Trio, and more. For more information, visit http://www.indabamusic.com/featured_programs/show/filtermagcontest
About Indaba Music Indaba Music offers the leading suite of online tools enabling artists all over the world to create music together online. Members can connect with an international community of musicians to create online recording sessions - editing and mixing tracks recorded in different parts of the world using its online DAW. Indaba Music continues to add valuable services and is becoming an integrated platform from which musicians can manage multiple aspects of their digital lives. The company and its technology have been featured on The Colbert Report, MTV and ABC News, as well as in Wired, TechCrunch, Mix and more.
Hearts Of Black Science - Giving In To Anger « Result #8 on Nov 15, 2009, 6:46pm »
Once dubbed "the kings of the Gothenburg pop scene," Swedish band Hearts of Black Science releases their newest music video for the single, "Giving in to Anger," from their latest album. Since 2006, the members of Hearts of Black Science have been very busy in the recording studios, playing gigs, and gaining fans on an international level.
Giving an electro-pop feel to the alternative rock genre, Heart of Black Science has been compared to a range of musicians, such as Depeche Mode, Keane, Coldplay, and the Danish band Mew. Wonderland Records released their new album, The Star in the Lake, on October 21, 2009. For tour information, music, and additional details, go to http://www.myspace.com/heartsofblackscience
New singer/songwriter - Nicolas Dumesnil « Result #10 on Nov 14, 2009, 9:08pm »
Hi,
I've recently started a youtube channel where my original songs can be heard. Each song has a very different style while still keeping a consistent touch. I'm doing gigs in NYC as a solo artist at the moment. Check it out and subscribe if you like it. Thx.
New singer/songwriter - Nicolas Dumesnil « Result #11 on Nov 14, 2009, 9:07pm »
Hi,
I've recently started a youtube channel where my original songs can be heard. Each song has a very different style while still keeping a consistent touch. I'm doing gigs in NYC as a solo artist at the moment. Check it out and subscribe if you like it. Thx.
Tony D'Mattia, Known As Fiz, Releases Album « Result #13 on Nov 13, 2009, 6:34pm »
New York City, NY- FiZ recently formed a non-profit organization called Notes For Life. Notes For Life is a non-profit organization that raises money for charities that help physically challenged children. News 12 TV recently covered one of his monthly performances at the Carmen Road School on Long Island. With his unique skill, FiZ engages and involves the children in his songs as he sings directly to them there by created a large fan base. They wear FiZ T-shirts at every one of his performances and scream out his name. His goal is to create a spiritually healing effect. http://www.notesforlife.org/
FiZ and Notes For Life hosted the first annual benefit MUSIC AND MEDIUMS on November 11, 2009 at the West Sayville Country Club. All proceeds will go to "The Golden Fund for Autism."
FiZ is in the process of creating a new FiZ TV project. He will be intertwining the arts with spirituality. FiZ will interview people who are making positive impact in the world. Whether it is a mother who supports her autistic son's vocal abilities, a CEO of a company that is responsible for implementing fundraisers for people in need and anyone in the arts who make positive contributions to the world. FiZ TV is a platform for FiZ to discuss his music, spirituality, and other topics. The first two episodes feature FiZ discussing spiritual topics such as "The Secret" and "Law of Attraction." On the next episode of FiZ TV, FiZ interviews a child named Anthony who is both blind and autistic. To see more shows go to http://www.fizband.com/fiztv.html
FiZ has acquired the tagline "PEACE.LUV.MUSIC." to promote his vision of music as a way for healing people. FiZ says, "I have always associated rock 'n roll with healing the world and playing a part of it. It was never separate. It was always connected."
"D'Mattia's album is a well-produced pop-rock album with some sick guitar lines and soulful vocals." - Terence Edwards from DEMOLITION
"Whatever sleight of hand FiZ uses on the disc is magic. The songs are warm and filled with promise." - Rikki Lana
"Motivated, engaging, exciting and above all, talented is how I would describe this up and coming musical visionary." - Maria Bolaris from FOLK IT
Music has long been a part of FiZ's life. At seven years old, when most kids are jumping around on playgrounds and watching cartoons, Tony D'Mattia could be found in a rocking chair, eyes closed, listening to The Beatles albums for hours on end. He envisioned himself becoming a rock artist and healing people with his music. As he got older, the prolific songwriter became familiar with instruments such as the guitar, keyboard, and mandolin. At age 12, he wrote the first of an estimated 1,000 songs. FiZ's songs absorbed multiple genres from Motown to Rod Stewart to Led Zeppelin. For his brand new album, FiZ brought in former Wings drummer Steve Holly and veteran producer Bob Stander for collaboration. Stander bolstered FiZ's natural gift for songwriting, a combination of stream-of-consciousness lyrics and songs based on self-imposed writing exercises. FiZ has recorded and self-produced two previous albums, Transcending and Right Where You Are. Throughout his music FiZ's message is always spiritual, hopeful, and brimming with an eternal optimism.
For more info, interviews and CDs contact: Ellyn Harris, Buzz Publicity Tel: 212-860-0500, Fax: 212-410-7353, e-mail: ellyn@buzzpublicity.com
With a dozen years at the forefront of music PR, Mi2N announced the launch of MI2N-PRESS. MI2N-PRESS provides a complete PR solution for independent artists, labels and music companies, including professional press release writing and the option to combine the service with selected Mi2N Music PR marketing packages.
Everyone knows that the music industry isn't just about music; it's about business as well. Now, more than ever, artists must be able to successfully express their unique brand and convey news about upcoming performances or the release of a new track or CD to their target audiences. As the leading music news source and major online artist marketer, Mi2N has over a decade's experience working with people on both sides of the PR sector and knows what it takes to get results.
"Online PR has proven to be one of the most effective and affordable ways for independent artists and labels to reach out to new fans and industry professionals," commented Eric de Fontenay, Mi2N's Founder and Editor.
Mi2N-PRESS includes: * A professionally written 400-450 word press release within 2 days of your paid submission (all details must be provided) including images, URLs, a sound link, and your complete contact information * Automatic submission of your press release to the Mi2N newswire and express submission to over 35 Mi2N syndicated newswires * 15% discount on select Mi2N premium PR distribution packages * A money back guarantee that your press release will be error free and delivered on time
What people are saying about Mi2N:
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"I've used Mi2N to increase exposure into my press releases for my company (WaTunes). I highly recommend that you use Mi2N for your press distribution as it is one of the most cost effective solutions out there!" Kevin Rivers, CEO WaTunes.com
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About Mi2N Mi2N (Music Industry News Network) is the largest online daily newswire serving the music industry. Since 1998, Mi2N has kept professionals worldwide informed on the latest developments shaping their sector by covering nearly every facet of the industry, from new business models and technological innovations to up-&-coming artists and emerging trends. Through its Mi2N Music PR service, it has become a leading PR resource for major and independent music companies around the world. http://www.mi2n.com
For more information, please contact: Eric de Fontenay Mi2N Founder/Editor (718) 278-0662 ecfont@musicdish.net
FREEDOM 7 Pyramid City Road « Result #15 on Nov 12, 2009, 3:28am »
Visit www.marshead.com and get Freedom 7's First CD Pyramid City Road ! Prog-Rock from Fayetteville Arkansas a concept album featuring songs about life and times in the Pyramid City located in the Cydonia Region of Mars
Swedish indie label Wonderland Records present electronic indie rock act Hearts of Black Science and offers free listening to the full album as well as free download of the single Gold & Dust.
Hearts of Black Science, based in Swedish Stenungsund (just outside Gothenburg) is Daniel Anghede and Tomas Almgren and they bring you powerful, suggestive indie rock with electronic influences. Think Danish Mew mixed with Keane and Depeche Mode but with a distinct personal touch.
The debut album was released on reknowned UK indie label AC30 and they did two shorter UK tours back in 06/07. Among the highlights of the tour were two live shows in the BBC6 studio in London.
Their new material is released on Swedish Wonderland Records, home of acts like Emmon, Convoj and Universal Poplab.
The Hearts of Black Science live show at Tradgarn in Gothenburg on August 25th was recorded by Swedish national radio show P3 Live and was broadcast together with a Coldplay live show in September.
You can listen to the full album, read press text in English, German and Swedish and download high resolution photo and the album cover all on one page here:
The album is open for licensing and no publishing contract limits the use of their music- please do get in touch for licensing issues or for interviews and if you want more information or a copy of the CD.
We are easy going people and always open to all sorts of collaborations and ideas.
All the best from Sweden,
Sebastian Hess Wonderland Records info@wonderlandrecords.com Always easy listening and free downloads (Pop, rock, indie, electronic and even some remixes) with all acts on Wonderland on one page here: http://www.wonderlandrecords.com/ex Join our Facebook-group to stay updated and get pre-listenings and more: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=35758666947
The National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences have placed Back From Ashes on the Official Ballot for the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards, to be held Sunday, Jan. 31, 2010 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.
No strangers to award ceremonies, the band landed a Star Music Award for Best Hard Rock/Metal Band in 2008. More recently, becoming the only 2009 Los Angeles/Phoenix Music Awards nominee to receive two separate awards, The Producer's Choice Modern Rock Band of the Year, and Music Video Of The Year for "The Suffering Within".
Back From Ashes have been nominated in the following Grammy Award categories:
Category 1 - Record of the Year Back From Ashes - The Suffering Within Award goes to Artist, Producer, Recording Engineer, and Mixer: Back From Ashes and Ryan Greene
Category 2 - Album of the Year Back From Ashes - Back From Ashes Award goes to Artist, Producer, Recording Engineer, Mixer, and Mastering Engineer: Back From Ashes, Ryan Greene, and Maor Appelbaum
Category 3 - Song of the Year Back From Ashes - The Suffering Within Award goes to Songwriters: Jason Hobel, Mike Buttikofer, Matt Manion, Lane Lariviere, and Steve Belcastro
Category 4 - Best New Artist Back From Ashes Award goes to Artist: Back From Ashes
Category 16 - Best Rock Performance By A Duo or Group with Vocals Back From Ashes - Walk Away Award goes to Artist: Back From Ashes
Category 17 - Best Hard Rock Performance Back From Ashes - Misery Award goes to Artist: Back From Ashes
Category 17 - Best Hard Rock Performance Back From Ashes - Welcome to Me Award goes to Artist: Back From Ashes
Category 20 - Best Rock Song Back From Ashes - The Suffering Within Award goes to Songwriters: Jason Hobel, Mike Buttikofer, Matt Manion, Lane Lariviere, and Steve Belcastro
Category 21 - Best Rock Album Back From Ashes - Back From Ashes Award goes to Artist: Back From Ashes
Category 108 - Best Short Form Music Video Back From Ashes - Father Fiction Award goes to Director and Producer: Freddy Allen and Andrew Cox
Breathe Carolina « Result #20 on Nov 10, 2009, 11:38pm »
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