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Wildildlife on tour
03/02/2008 Abco Filbert & 32nd - West Oakland, CA w/These Are Powers, Lumarians, Chen
02/06/2008 The Hemlock - San Francisco, CA w/Old Time Religion
03/07/2008 TBA - Santa Cruz, CA
03/08/2008 Smogshop - San Diego, CA
03/09/2008 The Smell - Los Angeles, CA w/Goliathbirdeater, Gangwizard, xnobbqx
03/10/2008 Cottage House - Flagstaff, AZ
03/11/2008 Meow Wolf - Santa Fe, NM
03/12/2008 1919 Hemphill - Ft. Worth, TX w/Fight Amp, Cougar Den, Healers
03/13/2008 Starcleaner - SXSW BBQ Party/Daytime Party Austin, TX w/The Slits
03/14/2008 TBA - Austin, TX
03/15/2008 Holy Mountain SXSW Showcase @ The Tap Room - Austin, TX
03/16/2008 TBA - Austin, TX
03/17/2008 Superhappyfunland - Houston, TX w/Pharmacy, Pleasure Boosters
03/20/2008 Secret Squirrel - Athens, GA
03/21/2008 Crackhouse - Atlanta, GA
03/22/2008 Earshot Records in-store - Greenville, SC
03/23/2008 Spazzatorium Galleria - Greenville, NC
03/24/2008 Nari Sushi - Richmond, VA w/Cough, Meditate Motherfucker
03/25/2008 Talking Head - Baltimore, MD w/Pygmy Lush, Darsombra, VBS, Ghastlycitysleep
03/26/2008 Danger Danger Gallery - Philadelphia, PA w/Birds of Maya, VBS
03/27/2008 live on WFMU - Hoboken, NJ
03/27/2008 Death By Audio - Brooklyn, NY w/Maw
03/28/2008 AS220 - Providence, RI w/Blue Shift
03/29/2008 Oxfam - Cambridge, MA w/Red Friends, Ho-Ag, Ganja
03/30/2008 Cake Shop - New York, NY w/Shellshag, Pharmacy
04/02/2008 Heartofgold - Chicago, IL w/Ladykiller
04/04/2008 Echo Base - Milwaukee, WI Col w/Father Phoenix, Novel
04/05/2008 a secret location - Minneapolis, MN
04/07/2008 Apop/Campconcentration - St. Louis, MO
04/08/2008 Eastside Tavern - Columbia, MO w/Jerusalem, The Starbaskets
04/10/2008 Rhinoceropolis - Denver, CO
04/11/2008 Red Light Books - Salt Lake City, UT
04/12/2008 Neurolux Boise, ID w/Pussygutt
04/15/2008 YMCA - Seattle, WA w/Cohran, HGR
04/16/2008 Rotture - Portland, OR w/Silentist, Chromewings
Posted on: 02.29.2008 by J-Sin | Flag as inappropriate
Die! Die! Die! on tour!
03/07 Los Angeles, CA @ Echo
03/08 Los Angeles, CA @ Echo
03/12 Austin, TX @ Red Eye Fly SXSW
03/12 Austin, TX @ The Wave SXSW (Fanatic Showcase)
03/13 Austin, TX @ The Dirty Dog
03/14 Austin, TX @ Emo’s Lounge
03/15 Austin, TX @ 219 West Bar
03/16 Austin, TX @ TBA
03/17 Dallas, TX @ The Cavern
03/20 Orlando, FL @ Taste (Backbooth)
03/21 Tampa, FL @ Crowbar
03/22 Jacksonville, FL @ TSI
03/24 Atlanta, GA @ Earl
03/25 Washington, DC @ DC 9
03/26 Philadelphia, PA @ Northstar Bar
03/27 Toronto, ON @ TBD
03/28 Montreal, PQ @ Zoobizare
03/29 Brooklyn, NY @ Music Hall of Williamsburg
03/30 New York, NY @ Highline Ballroom
Posted on: 02.29.2008 by J-Sin | Flag as inappropriate
Adam Newman to MC Music Showcase in NYC
An Evening of Music and Comedy
at Don't Tell Mama
343 West 46th Street in NYC
Wednesday March 12 @ 6:30
featuring Jane Hunt (Violin Venus)
and Comedian Adam Newman
Michael Martinez is proud to present An Evening of Music and Comedy at Don't Tell Mama. This showcase and variety show will feature Jane Hunt (Violin Venus), singer Ashleigh Lay, pianist / songwriter Lenny Revell, and singer/songwriter John Virag. Special guest MC Adam Newman will host the show. Producer Michael Martinez has previously presented showcases at Don't Tell Mama and several other New York City clubs. These showcases highlight emerging stars in comedy, music, and musical theater. Showtime is 6:30 pm, door opens at 6:00pm. Admission is $10.00, plus a two drink minimum. For reservations please call 212-712-7362
Adam Newman is a stand-up comedian based in New York City. He currently co-hosts a monthly variety show at Cake Shop called Street Meat and a weekly stand-up show at Ochi's Lounge/Comix called Fo' Show. He's also a trained improviser, having studied long form improv comedy at the Upright Citizen's Brigade Theatre in New York. You might know him as GoatSlayer, the guitar-slinging half of the comedy duo Uber Luber Death Metal, or from one of the many videos he's acted in for College Humor. He's also appeared on The Tyra Banks Show. For more info: www.AdamNewmanComedy.com
Jane Hunt (www.violinvenus.com) - Since graduating from the Royal Northern College of Music in england in 2005, Jane Hunt has performed as a soloist at venues across the world including Carnegie Hall, The Kennedy Center, The Paramount Theatre, Spivey Hall, Sir Elton John's Lifeball, and The Cannes Film Festival. As a recording artist she has recorded at George Lucas's Skywalker Ranch in California for the Allegro Label as well as at Sirius Radio Studios and Avatar Studios in New York City. The Violin Venus Show combines the beauty and refinement of classical music with the energy of folk and jazz. The concept for the music was created by Jane Hunt and the show has tours booked across the country for the 2008/09 season.
Ashleigh Lay ( www.ashleighlay.com) -Past shows include the Trestle at Pope Lick Creek, The Spickner Spin, Parade, Tikki Tikki Tembo, On The Twentieth Century, Twelfth Night, The Children's Hour, Grease, Godspell, and Once Upon a Mattress. Ashleigh is a graduate of the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York City and a founding member of Tip My Cup Productions, a non-profit theatre company dedicated to the creation of original works.
Lenny Revell (www.myspace.com/lennyrevellband) Incorporating the piano as the forefront instrument that swims in a sea of rock, pop, and soul, Lenny Revell's a modern-day torch-bearer for the personas of Elton John and Billy Joel. His accomplishments have been well noted in outlets such as Keyboard Magazine, Teen Ink Magazine, Rochesterathome.com, The Buffalo News, and ArtVoice. His extensive travels have brought him recognition in many cities such as New York City, Buffalo, Los Angeles, Nashville, Branson, Miami, Coral Springs, Toronto, and more. He carries on the tradition of timeless, catchy melodies packaged in everyday lessons reflecting human nature.
John Virag ( www.johnvirag.com) is a music recording artist and an actor.He has released two CD's entitled "Dream Reality" and "Evidence Pending" under his own label, Sea King Productions, and is currently recording his third. He has a Master's Degree in Jazz Composition from NYU, where he participated in the Umbria Jazz Festival in Italy and played with the likes of Wynton Marsalis and Jim McNeely. On the acting front, John is a member of The Screen Actor's Guild (SAG) and has worked in television, film, commercials, theatre, and print. His credits include Law & Order, Hope & Faith, and 30 Rock.
For Industry Reservations: Please call, 212-712-7362
Location:
Don't Tell Mama
343 West 46th Street
between 8th and 9th Aves.
For reservations and info. call 212-757-0788
website: www.donttellmamanyc.com
Admission: $10.00 plus 2 drink minimum
Subway: A,C,E to 42nd St-Port Authority
Posted on: 02.27.2008 by mikempress | Flag as inappropriate
First Lady General Blackniss album
THERE WAS A TYPO THE WORD FORM IS SUPPOSE TO BE FROM.
Posted on: 02.27.2008 by cutthroatz | Flag as inappropriate
First Lady General Blackniss album
The name of the album is FLOWETIC that we are promoting. This is one of our artist and she feature two other artist on it form our company DOUBLE EDGE SWORDZ ENTERTAINMENT RECORDS. If you are interested contact me at doubleedgeswordzentrec@yahoo.com
Posted on: 02.27.2008 by cutthroatz | Flag as inappropriate
First Lady General Blackniss album
The name of the album is FLOWETIC that we are promoting. This is one of our artist and she feature two other artist on form our company DOUBLE EDGE SWORDZ ENTERTAINMENT RECORDS. If you are interested contact me at doubleedgeswordzentrec@yahoo.com
Posted on: 02.27.2008 by cutthroatz | Flag as inappropriate
Torch the Spires
Minneapolis band Torch the Spires released a new four song demo available for free download <a href="http://www.myspace.com/torchthespires"> here</a>.
They are playing shows in and around the Minneapolis area and are looking to tour the midwest this spring.
Posted on: 02.23.2008 by torchthespires | Flag as inappropriate
Music Showcase with Jane Hunt and Lenny Revell
An Evening of Music and Comedy
at Don't Tell Mama
343 West 46th Street in NYC
Wednesday March 12 @ 6:30
Featuring Jane Hunt (Violin Venus)
and Pianist/Songwriter Lenny Revell
Michael Martinez is proud to present An Evening of Music and Comedy at Don't Tell Mama. This showcase and variety show will feature Jane Hunt (Violin Venus), singer Ashleigh Lay, pianist / songwriter Lenny Revell, and singer/songwriter John Virag. Producer Michael Martinez has previously presented showcases at Don't Tell Mama and several other New York City clubs. These showcases highlight emerging stars in comedy, music, and musical theater. Showtime is 6:30 pm, door opens at 6:00pm. Admission is $10.00, plus a two drink minimum. For reservations call Don't Tell Mama at 212-757-0788.
Jane Hunt (www.violinvenus.com) - Since graduating from the Royal Northern College of Music in england in 2005, Jane Hunt has performed as a soloist at venues across the world including Carnegie Hall, The Kennedy Center, The Paramount Theatre, Spivey Hall, Sir Elton John's Lifeball, and The Cannes Film Festival. As a recording artist she has recorded at George Lucas's Skywalker Ranch in California for the Allegro Label as well as at Sirius Radio Studios and Avatar Studios in New York City. The Violin Venus Show combines the beauty and refinement of classical music with the energy of folk and jazz. The concept for the music was created by Jane Hunt and the show has tours booked across the country for the 2008/09 season.
Ashleigh Lay ( www.ashleighlay.com) -Past shows include the Trestle at Pope Lick Creek, The Spickner Spin, Parade, Tikki Tikki Tembo, On The Twentieth Century, Twelfth Night, The Children's Hour, Grease, Godspell, and Once Upon a Mattress. Ashleigh is a graduate of the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York City and a founding member of Tip My Cup Productions, a non-profit theatre company dedicated to the creation of original works.
Lenny Revell (www.myspace.com/lennyrevellband) Incorporating the piano as the forefront instrument that swims in a sea of rock, pop, and soul, Lenny Revell's a modern-day torch-bearer for the personas of Elton John and Billy Joel. His accomplishments have been well noted in outlets such as Keyboard Magazine, Teen Ink Magazine, Rochesterathome.com, The Buffalo News, and ArtVoice. His extensive travels have brought him recognition in many cities such as New York City, Buffalo, Los Angeles, Nashville, Branson, Miami, Coral Springs, Toronto, and more. He carries on the tradition of timeless, catchy melodies packaged in everyday lessons reflecting human nature.
John Virag ( www.johnvirag.com) is a music recording artist and an actor.He has released two CD's entitled "Dream Reality" and "Evidence Pending" under his own label, Sea King Productions, and is currently recording his third. He has a Master's Degree in Jazz Composition from NYU, where he participated in the Umbria Jazz Festival in Italy and played with the likes of Wynton Marsalis and Jim McNeely. On the acting front, John is a member of The Screen Actor's Guild (SAG) and has worked in television, film, commercials, theatre, and print. His credits include Law & Order, Hope & Faith, and 30 Rock.
For Industry Reservations: Please call, 212-712-7362
Location:
Don't Tell Mama
343 West 46th Street
between 8th and 9th Aves.
For reservations and info. call 212-757-0788
website: www.donttellmamanyc.com
Admission: $10.00 plus 2 drink minimum
Subway: A,C,E to 42nd St-Port Authority
Posted on: 02.21.2008 by mikempress | Flag as inappropriate
Eyeball Records signs two new artists
Eyeball Records has signed Man Without Wax and Wolftron (side project of Kenny Choi from Daphne Loves Derby).
It is expected that another band will be announced next Tuesday, Feb. 19th. This band's full-length label debut will also be released that day.
www.myspace.com/manwithoutwax
www.myspace.com/wolftron
www.eyeballrecords.com
Posted on: 02.12.2008 by theeyeballalliance | Flag as inappropriate
Hip Hop Showcase in NYC Seeks Performers
ANGREEMEN ENTERTAINMENT Presents......
The 'Ghetto Celebraty Bash"'
Networking, Artist Showcase and Mixtape Release Party.
Tuesday Feb 12 @ CLUB THE UNDERSCORE
( 1733 @ First Ave between 89th & 90th Streets)
Doors @ 830pm Show @ 1015pm
Partytime after the showcase!!!
$15 at door, 21 and Over W/ ID, Dress Code is Hip Hop
www.myspace.com/AngreemenEntertainment
Hosted by
HOSTED BY 250 The Great,,
MUSIC BY DJ S.Dot aka Mr.Excitement (Triple seis's
D.J. from the Original terror Squad)
Special Guest Headliners:
ARMAGEDDON (The Original Terror Squad)
myspace.com/Armageddonthejournel
OUN-P (106 & Park Champ)
myspace.com/Ounp1523
PARTY ARDY A.K.A. P80 (Smack DVD)
myspace.com/Partyartyditc
VELI A.K.A.MURDAVELI ( Angreemen Ent)
myspace.com/Murdaveli
and Many More.......
Bring out CD's of your music with a drop box for your
sales , there will be a section where all music can be
sold to your audience
Features Performances include
""THE HOTTEST UNDERGROUND UNSIGNED ARTIST IN
AMERICA"""
*******NOW BOOKING 15 ARTISTS*******
In order to get involved you must Email your Myspace page to Angreemenent@yahoo.com
If Selected
. All artists will be invited to mandatory meeting
where we review all aspects of show
. a registration fee of $100 must be paid, tickets
will be provided to artist to sell or give away
. Artist will have one freestyle or song on the
'Ghetto Celeb Mixtape Hosted by 250 the great"
. Artist will get an interview and airplay on
'GRINDHARD TV
. Artist will get DVD copy of their entire
performance 2 weeks after the show
ONLY Booking 15 artists for Showcase!!!
(IF SELECTED)
Specifics Remember In Order to Get Involved
$100 to perform (each artist gets 10 tickets with no
price on them)
* 3 songs tops on stage/ all music must be on one disc
(No accapellas/ No Stoppin Music)
* All showcased artist will have one Song or Freestyle
on Mixtape
* You will submit Up to 5 shoutouts for DJ SDOT to do
while your track is playing on CD
*Mixtape will drop 2 weeks later..
* The Mixtape will be mailed to 200 Magazines for
Possible Review and Awareness
Sponsored by Angreemen Entertainment!!!!
To Get involved as a artist or Sponsore Email me :
Angreemenent@yahoo.com
www.myspace.com/AngreemenEntertainment
Posted on: 02.08.2008 by mikempress | Flag as inappropriate
Erin Jividen's The Real Tale Behind The Fairy Tale
Jim Gomez presents a Special Showcase Performance of
The Real Tale Behind The Fairy Tale
Written ( Music and Poetry) and Performed by Erin Jividen
Directed by Aaron Letrick
March 6 and March 7 @ The Payan Theater - 8pm
at Roy Arias Theatre Center
300 West 43rd Street
Jim Gomez is proud to present The Real Tale Behind The Fairy Tale, written and performed by rising star of the NYC music scene Erin Jividen. This special showcase production will be presented Thursday March 6 and Friday March 7, 2008 at The Payan Theater at The Roy Arias Studios. This presentation is open to general audeinces. Tickets are $15.00. Reservations can be made by calling, 212-712-7362
The Real Tale Behind The Fairy Tale-"Picture Dr. Seuss meets Sex in the City" and you've got a taste of this flavorful One Woman Show. Written in complete spoken word and music, The Real Tale Behind the Fairy Tale puts a new, modern-day spin on the classic fairy tales we know and love from our childhood. Featuring nine different female characters, this tale no longer speaks of "happily ever after" but rather the true side of their stories. They are grown-up, liberated women who finally have been given the chance to speak out. And what they have to say is shocking! No children to entertain, no men to please, no rating system to filter their words. No expectations... just the unadulterated truth.
You are invited into a world beyond fairy tales. An intimate setting where Cinderella finally speaks out about her marriage with the prince. Little Red Riding Hood reveals why she always wears her "red hood", and Belle shares her recipe for "taming the beast". Come visit Alice as she finally tells her twisted version of what really happened... you'll be surprised to find out that Wonderland is not so innocent after all. It's shocking yet whimsical. Familiar yet totally unexpected. Heart wrenching yet life affirming. Fairy tales like you've never heard before...
Erin Jividen (also known as EJ) has been writing and performing music for more that 8 years. She has a bachelor of arts degree from Hunter College where she majored in Theater and Music. During this time, EJ began performing all over NYC and even traveled down to Miami, Richmond and Philadelphia with a group of budding young artists. She was a regular in the New York music scene and was often spotted performing at the most famous venues including: The Bitterend, Webster Hall, The Living Room and The Elbow Room. She recorded her first solo record "Another Insufficient Fare" in a tiny studio in upstate New York.
Immediately after school, EJ began working with Sony Music and spent over a year recording her 2nd album under careful watch of a creative team at Sony. Eventually she went on to make her third record with Michael Blum, where she spent 2 months in Los Angeles recording "Mermaid Songs". Most recently, EJ was signed to BonGiovi Entertainment Records, where she recorded in Pompano, Florida with the noted music producer, Tony BonGiovi.
Since her last CD, "Stuck in Traffic", EJ somehow found her way back into the theater world and wrote her first full length rock musical, "Skye Is Falling". She has continued to write and is currently working on a book, another new play and music for her next album. She has been featured many times in some of New York's most infamous gossip columns like: Cindy Adams, Rush and Molloy and gawker.com. She has shared her talent across the seas, where she performed a sold out concert at The Naval and Military Club in London and become the ambassador of a charity for the blind.
For more information on Erin Jividen, please go to: www.ejrocks.com
Aaron Letrick, Director: He is the creator, director, and star of "Billy Does Broadway", his show based on Broadway's many "Billy" characters. He is the former lead singer of the rock bands "PLEEZER" and "House of Usher", and was named one of the "Top 20 Male Vocalists of the 90's" by Progressor Magazine. Aaron played "Chevas" in Erin Jividen's "Skye is Falling".
For Industry reservations: Please call Michael Martinez @ 212-712-7362.
The Payan Theater
at Roy Arias Theatre Center
300 West 43rd St. Suite 506
between 8th and 9th Ave.
phone: 212-957-8358
www.royariasstudios.com
Subway: A,C,E to 42nd St-Port Authority
Posted on: 02.07.2008 by mikempress | Flag as inappropriate
New Date - Discrete Encounter @ The Monkey NYC
DISCRETE ENCOUNTER
RECORD RELEASE CONCERT FOR THE NEW CD "2B1"
March 12 @ The Monkey
37 West 26th Street in NYC
8pm to 1am
www.discreteencounter.com
New York, NY-Rising stars on the NYC rock and dance scenes, Discrete Encounter will officially release their new CD, "2B1" with a special party and live concert at The Monkey NYC Performance Space - 37 West 26th Street in NYC on Wednesday,March 12 . Renown for their engrossing live shows, striking stage presence, and unique blend of Rock and Electronica, Discrete Encounter will perform at 10pm. The party will feature guest DJ's before and after the Discrete Encounter performance. The admission price will be $20.00, which will include a complementary "2B1" CD and an open wine bar. Complementary press tickets are available for this highly anticipated event. Please R.S.V.P. soon, space is limited. For more info. go to: http://www.monkeywest.com
Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/discreteencountermusic
"Discrete Encounter creates crisp, chic electronic music, merging glam rock with electronica in a serious and sexy direction that picks up where electroclash's ironic 80's stunts paused the genre a couple of years ago. Discrete Encounter maintains the technoid melodiousness of groups like Lamb and Olive while releasing the sweaty, kinetic, rock n' roll energy of other rockers like the YeahYeahYeah's and The White Stripes. Intriguing, subtle, yet entirely accessible, Discrete Encounter sounds like everything the right downtown night is all about." Etomie Entertainment
Discrete Encounter was formed in 2003 by composer/producer Taras Mashtalir and singer/songwriter Natasha Romanova.
Taras Mashtalir is a classical guitarist turned electronic producer who began professional recording and performing in Moscow and St. Petersburg before moving to NYC. His work also includes audio installations and sountracks for independent films and animation.
Natasha Romanova is a trained vocalist with a degree in classical music. Prior to the US, she performed in Ukraine and Russia on national radio and TV. Besides writing lyrics for Discrete Encounter, she is a prolific published writer of poetry and prose.
Discrete Encounter also include Visual Projectionist, Stas, who brings an extra dimension to their live show.
The band has been collaborating with different DJs including Roman S, Animaltek and now their current addition DJ Plexus. Renowned in the New York underground scene, he brings an additional sound design to DE live. DJ PLexus usually spins his own DJ set after a DE show, so that dancing and celebration continue long into the night.
Location: The Monkey
37 West 26th Street Suite # 1201
between 6th Ave. & Broadway
Subway : E, F,V, & 6 Trains to 23rd Street
To purchase music or for more information: www.discreteencounter.com
MP3s available upon request.
You Tube: http://www.youtube.com/discrete
For booking inquiries please contact the band directly by email: contact@discreteencounter.com
Posted on: 02.05.2008 by mikempress | Flag as inappropriate
Tony Adamo/Mike Clark Rhythmic Matrix
San Francisco, CA
UrbanZone Records
Funk Rhythm Matrix, Mike Clark rolled into Red Star Recording Studio, Silver Lake, California this week to lay down some drum tracks for Tony Adamo’s new untitled CD being produced by Jerry Stucker. Clark’s Prescription Renewal Band is in California for a few dates with three-time Grammy winner, Delbert McClinton. Mike’s work with Herbie Hancock and the Headhunters particularity the music track “Actual Proof” has solidified his place in Funk history. Mike Clark is the most sampled drummer in Hip Hop music today.
Mike also plays on “Passport,” one of the outstanding tracks on Tony Adamo’s current CD release, STRAIGHT UP DEAL. In the last year this tune has made it to over fifty radio playlists. The lineup on this chart busting tune is: Mike Clark, drums, Neil Larsen, piano, Eddie Henderson, trumpet, Freddie Washington, bass, Jerry Stucker, guitar and Tony Adamo vocals and spoken word. “Hay Lou”another song from STRAIGHT UP DEAL was also featured on Paul Jackson’s CD, FUNK ON A STICK. Along with Herbie Hancock, Paul Jackson was a founding member of the Headhunters.
For more info on Tony Adamo: www.myspace.com/tonyrocadamo
Posted on: 02.04.2008 by rocarmani | Flag as inappropriate
Discrete Encounter @ The Monkey in NYC
DISCRETE ENCOUNTER
RECORD RELEASE CONCERT FOR THE NEW CD "2B1"
February 27th @ The Monkey
37 West 26th Street in NYC
8pm to 1am
www.discreteencounter.com
New York, NY-Rising stars on the NYC rock and dance scenes, Discrete Encounter will officially release their new CD, "2B1" with a special party and live concert at The Monkey NYC Performance Space - 37 West 26th Street in NYC on Wednesday, February 27th. Renown for their engrossing live shows and striking stage presence, Discrete Encounter will perform at 10pm. The party will feature guest DJ's before and after the Discrete Encounter performance. The admission price will be $20.00, which will include a complementary "2B1" CD and an open wine bar. Complementary press tickets are available for this highly anticipated event. Please R.S.V.P. soon, space is limited. For more info. go to: http://www.monkeywest.com
Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/discreteencountermusic
"Discrete Encounter creates crisp, chic electronic music, merging glam rock with electronica in a serious and sexy direction that picks up where electroclash's ironic 80's stunts paused the genre a couple of years ago. Discrete Encounter maintains the technoid melodiousness of groups like Lamb and Olive while releasing the sweaty, kinetic, rock n' roll energy of other rockers like the YeahYeahYeah's and The White Stripes. Intriguing, subtle, yet entirely accessible, Discrete Encounter sounds like everything the right downtown night is all about." Etomie Entertainment
Discrete Encounter was formed in 2003 by composer/producer Taras Mashtalir and singer/songwriter Natasha Romanova.
Taras Mashtalir is a classical guitarist turned electronic producer who began professional recording and performing in Moscow and St. Petersburg before moving to NYC. His work also includes audio installations and sountracks for independent films and animation.
Natasha Romanova is a trained vocalist with a degree in classical music. Prior to the US, she performed in Ukraine and Russia on national radio and TV. Besides writing lyrics for Discrete Encounter, she is a prolific published writer of poetry and prose.
Discrete Encounter also include Visual Projectionist, Stas, who brings an extra dimension to their live show.
The band has been collaborating with different DJs including Roman S, Animaltek and now their current addition DJ Plexus. Renowned in the New York underground scene, he brings an additional sound design to DE live. DJ PLexus usually spins his own DJ set after a DE show, so that dancing and celebration continue long into the night.
Press photos or interview inquiries with Discrete Encounter: Please call Michael Martinez, 212-712-7362.
Location: The Monkey
37 West 26th Street Suite # 1201
between 6th Ave. & Broadway
Subway : E, F,V, & 6 Trains to 23rd Street
To purchase music or for more information: www.discreteencounter.com
MP3s available upon request.
You Tube: http://www.youtube.com/discrete
For booking inquiries please contact the band directly by email: contact@discreteencounter.com
Posted on: 02.04.2008 by mikempress | Flag as inappropriate
Album review; Accuse La Banks returns with his new album "Apache papa 2.1(Part Scandal)". Released in August 2007. In one word, it is Hip-hop from the battle field!
Accuse La Banks returns with his new album "Apache papa 2.1(Part Scandal)". Released in August 2007. In one word, it is Hip-hop from the battle field!
Artist: Accuse La Banks
Album: "Apache papa 2.1(Part Scandal)"
Label: Accuse La Banks Music
Genre: Old school Hip-hop, R&B, Hardcore
Website: www.myspace.com/accuselabanks
Buy CD: iTunes http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?playListId=262994140
Accuse La Banks is a rapper, songwriter and music producer. His new album contains 8 tracks in styles "Old school" Hip-hop and R&B. Coming from way back then, Accuse La Banks started his musical career in the early 90-ties performing at hip-hop festivals and clubs in Lagos, Nigeria. Crossed over to Europe, in 1996 he released his first album with all the songs on it composed by him. In the year 2000 he established his own record label "Accuse La Banks Records" and started his career as a music producer.
All the songs on his new album "Apache papa 2.1(Part Scandal)" are written and produced by him, Accuse La Banks, who is presenting his production skills in his natural state. Asked why "Apache papa", Accuse La Banks says: "For me, (Apache) is kind of a spirit of persistence, resilience, endurance and strength. A spirit to move on, and above all, a spirit of forgiveness. When I set my mind on doing things, it gonna take more than war to stop me." Influenced by God and men, the lyrics and music on the album are highly passionate, emotional and melodious, but at the same time very hard and direct in a gangster way. Beware, his lyrics are explicit!
With the pilot single on the album "Get up", Accuse La Banks hints on all the player haters: "MF, do you believe that I'm still alive? After all these years, I'm still alive!" Followed by songs like "Approach me carefully" and "Your days are numbered" Accuse La Banks fights his way out to personal victory against all odds. The album also contains love songs like "I need ya" and the "old school" gangster song "Feel me", which's also available in China Remix. The China remix demonstrates his love for kung-fu as a young boy. Peace to Bruce Lee anytime...
In this album you will hear the strength and fight reaching the peak of human protest, the pain of life, governed by the spirit of the living ghost, "who keeps coming back, to give new life to those Who are in need of it. 'Cos those that believe without seeing, those are the believers."
Track listing:
1.Ladies and gentlemen (3:42)
2.Approach me carefully (3:27)
3.Get up (3:43)
4.My system is on (O version) (3:48)
5.Feel me (O version) (3:54)
6.Feel me (China mix) (3:44)
7.I need ya (3:38)
8.Your days are numbered (3:28)
Sounds like: http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?playListId=262994140
Picture: http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x301/justforbg/Apachepapa21jpg.gif
Posted on: 02.03.2008 by accuselabanks | Flag as inappropriate
PERFSPOT'S NEW PHOTO FEATURES
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PERFSPOT’S REVAMPED PHOTO-SHARING CAPABILITIES GROW MEMBERSHIP; ONE-OF-A-KIND FEATURES ATTRACT SITE VISITORS
TEMPE, Ariz., Jan. 17, 2008 - PerfSpot.com, LLC, a fast-growing social networking site, is pleased to announce that its newly launched and comprehensive photo-sharing feature is attracting new members and increasing site visitors. The newly redesigned photo section offers one-of-a-kind features not found on any other social networking site.
Since the launch of the new photo-sharing capabilities, Google Analytics show PerfSpot’s U.S. Web site visits climbed over 200 percent in December from November with an estimated 2.1 million unique U.S. visitors. Google’s numbers also show PerfSpot’s total Web site visits soared to over 22 million globally, a 119 percent growth from November to December. PerfSpot says membership growth rate has increased over ten percent since photo-sharing has been enhanced.
“We’ve combined the greatest photo-sharing capabilities out there and have integrated them into one spot on the Internet to make it a top-notch experience for all,” said Hart Cunningham, CEO, PerfSpot. “Our members are really excited about the functions and photo-sharing capabilities that are now available to them.”
Unlike any other social networking site, PerfSpot has added a new tool allowing users to view their albums or other members’ albums in a slide-show photo format. The slide-show view enlarges photos, providing an up-close look, no matter the original size of the uploaded image. All advertisements are blocked off, allowing the user to view the photo with no distractions.
Most social networking sites have the ability to share photos with friends and family by sending them a URL or emailing them the entire album, but usually this requires signing up for the social networking site. At PerfSpot, membership is not necessary for friends and family to view the photos, which makes sharing and accessing photos quick and simple.
Other new photo-sharing functions include:
• Perfection: One of the most popular functions, Perfection, allows members to select photos to share with other PerfSpot users to see how other members rate them. Rating members is completely anonymous and done on the Perfection part of the Web site.
• Views: Every time a user clicks on a photo, it automatically counts the number of views photos are receiving.
• Spotting: Spot other PerfSpot users in uploaded photos. This also alerts members to when they’ve been spotted in others’ photos.
• Advanced Photo Comments: Instead of just commenting in plain text like most other social networking sites, PerfSpot now allows users to pick from a variety of fonts, styles and sizes. Users can customize the look of their comments.
• Album Naming: PerfSpot has streamlined the process of naming photos. Whether users upload two photos or even 200 photos, all photos in an album are quickly named whatever the member chooses to name the album. When the member has time, he can add further descriptions to each photo as desired.
• PerfRating: While in album view, rate friends’ photos to let them know what you think.
• Unlimited Photos: Members can upload unlimited photos for free and share them with whomever they want. Members can access and manage all their photos in one place.
Other recent additions to PerfSpot.com include:
• Grapevine: A newsfeed allowing users to view friends’ additions, customizable so users get only what they care about in their newsfeed.
• Networks: Over 300,000 schools, universities, and work networks are available for users to join and further connect members.
• Tons of Videos: Through a variety of partnerships PerfSpot has increased its video library to 115 million videos.
About PerfSpot
PerfSpot was created to provide the perfect web portal for people of any age, gender, or background to share their interests and favorite things on the web. PerfSpot.com is all about creating an online community that is free of corporate schwag.
For more information, please contact:
Nina Ronstadt
Ronstadt & Associates
619/224-3186
nina@ronstadtpr.com
Posted on: 01.25.2008 by katiedollaz | Flag as inappropriate
The-Novus-Arcadia by Ryan Rapsys
This electronica release is available now from Erratik Productions...
http://www.erratikproductions.com
...but even better is the fact that several tracks and several music videos from the album are available free here:
http://www.erratikproductions.com/releases/err001.html
Enjoy!
Posted on: 01.25.2008 by rapsys | Flag as inappropriate
Baumer unveil new track
From Baumer's upcoming release, Were it Not For You, "Make Way For The King" is now streaming at the band's myspace.
Were It Not For You will be released March 4th 2008 via Eyeball Records.
http://www.myspace.com/baumer
Posted on: 01.19.2008 by theeyeballalliance | Flag as inappropriate
Preorder Jettie's "Kites for Charity"
The Swedish duo's latest release, Kites for Charity is now available for preorder at a select price of 5 dollars via Eyeball Records.
It will be released in the United States January 22nd.
http://www.eyeballstore.com/servlet/the-159/jettie-kites-for-charity/Detail?sfs=d58de477
http://www.myspace.com/jettie
http://www.eyeballrecords.com
Posted on: 01.19.2008 by theeyeballalliance | Flag as inappropriate
Lenny Revell's South Florida Tour 2008
NEW YORK RISING STAR
SINGER/SONGWRITER & ROCK PIANIST
LENNY REVELL'S SOUTH FLORIDA TOUR 2008
www.myspace.com/lennyrevellband
Your PR Girl is proud to present Lenny Revell's South Florida Tour 2008. A rising star of the Buffalo NY and New York City music scene, Lenny Revell bring his critically acclaimed songs and music to South Florida in a special tour. This is a great opportunity to see a brilliant young talent up close and personal in Delray Beach, Hollywood, Margate, and Miami Florida. Jeff Miers of The Buffalo News called Lenny " a modern-day Elton John". Please go to Lenny Revell's website for updates and added shows.
Lenny Revell stands armed with nothing but a piano and a mic in a music world dominated by raspy-singing guitar players, and rap stars. Seasoned by years of classical training, influenced by the pop/rock world, he's been called our generation’s Elton John and/or Billy Joel – ready to take the world by storm with his unique soul/pop/rock/classical sound. After initial piano training starting at age 9, and venturing off to write his first song at 16, Revell was floored upon his discovery of Elton John, and slowly started singing lessons to follow in his idol's footsteps. Being a martial arts expert on the side of a pianist has garnered him the name "The Piano Dragon" among fans and peers, and his imitated, yet never duplicated style has already started to catch fire in various circles.
To witness Lenny Revell performing is something that must be experienced to be understood. His soulful voice echoes both worlds of pain and longing to sharp rock edginess that leaves one in their seats overloaded with emotion. His singing has been called everything from R & B to Broadway, from Billy Joel to Bon Jovi-esque. His piano playing is another matter unto itself. Transforming between slow and sparse chords to all out marathons that arguably involve every technique that has been attempted on the instrument, his hands can move with the sensitivity of a precise balladeer to a blur reminiscent of a concert artist being possessed by the legendary Franz Liszt. Between sets he is extremely personable, charming, and displays a warming, yet off-the-wall sense of humor that breaks the ice in a room full of anybody from drunk regulars to the most cynical of critics.
Lenny Revell's album "Lessons" introduces the world to a Eurasian’s vision of eastern philosophy mixed into the format of a modern pop/rock sound. Each song is a "lesson", explaining how mankind can better himself through the process of self examination, in a world fueled by superficiality and limited mindsets. The CD empowers the listener to take personal responsibility for their own thoughts and actions, bringing about timeless staples of idealism in an ever changing society. Mixed in with these self-help melodies is the dark humor employed in songs like Ghost or Prelude/Revenge of Little Red Riding Hood that's a throwback from the golden age of the 20th century layered with a contemporary feel.
Schedule: Friday Feb. 1, 2008
Central Pub
2160 Miers Parkway
Margate, FL
@ 8pm
Special guest: Michael Bly
954-979-9747
Saturday Feb. 2, 2008
Gizzi's Coffee
2275 South Federal Highway
Delray Beach, Florida
Show 8-10 PM
Lenny Revell @ 9pm
Special guest Michael Bly @ 8pm
561-266-9797
Tuesday Feb. 5, 2008
Tobacco Road
626 S. Miami Ave.
Miami, Florida
10pm to 2pm
Three 60 minute sets with special guest Michael Bly
Please call 561-558-3426 for exact times for Lenny's sets
Wed. Feb. 6, 2008
Boston Johnny's
2120 N. Dixie Highway
Hollywood, Florida
Lenny Revell @ 10 pm
Michael Bly @ 11pm
954-923-7650
Press photos or interview inquiries with Lenny Revell: Please call Michael Martinez, 212-712-7362.
To purchase music please go to: http://cdbaby.com/cd/lennyrevell
For booking inquiries please contact Jessica Bishop at 561-558-3426
or email at: jessica@yourprgirl.com
For more information on Special Guest Michael Bly
please go to: www.myspace.com/michaelbly
Posted on: 01.18.2008 by mikempress | Flag as inappropriate
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