Mercury & The Architects Roll Out New EP Release "Poets & The Beast" Worldwide

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Fresh off of winning an International Songwriting Contest for Best Song for the track "Tonight", the group 'MERCURY & THE ARCHITECTS', has released the new EP entitled "POETS & THE BEAST". Acclaimed for his lyrics and songwriting craft, lead vocalist & principal songwriter TJ Mercury is being recognized as a musical force with global appeal. Already breaking out on OKTV in Germany & other video and radio programs from North America to Europe, from Canada to Latin America, 'Tonight' outlines the internal struggles of a relationship. "Being in a relationship", states TJ Mercury, "takes dedication, communication and perseverance to get over and past the many challenges today's fast paced, increasingly tech filled society and TONIGHT deals with that."

Other much talked about and well received tracks on the POETS & THE BEAST - EP are 'Philosophy Of Hope' and the track 'the Architect'. TJ continues, "Philosophy Of Hope" is a political piece, representing my analysis of society and my role within it, while "The Architect" represents my personal enlightenment and the person I have found through soul searching." The EP was mastered by multiple Grammy winner engineer Mark B. Christensen, known for his work with such major artists as LADY GAGA, THE KILLERS, 50 CENT, TREY SONGZ & others. Christensen, already working with MERCURY & THE ARCHITECTS on their major upcoming full length album, has been nominated for 5 GRAMMYS, with 2 GAMMY wins.

MERCURY & THE ARCHITECTS have joined forces with independent marketing powerhouse INDIEPOWER & their 40+ year industry veteran CEO Jay Warsinske. Warsinske, a longtime pioneer & innovator in the indie music, film, tech worlds, has been a part of launching and breaking such artists as U2, RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS, THE CLASH, THE POLICE, REM, METALLICA, STING, 2PAC & many more over his storied career. Also as the founder / CEO of the acclaimed industry conference & festival, IES - the INDIE ENTERTAINMENT SUMMIT, Jay has been a vital part of developing & breaking talent and labels for the last 5 decades. "MERCURY & THE ARCHITECTS", states Warsinske, "is one of those quality acts you just feel & know has the writing depth, passion & tenacity to grow a catalog of classics! Can't wait to see music lovers all over the globe get into this EP & the upcoming full length album."

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For more information contact: INDIEPOWER 818-505-1836 info@INDIEPOWER.com

Website: www.mercuryandthearchitects.com
MEDIA - SKOPE Magazine review : http://skopemag.com/2015/06/22/mercury-the-architects-mercury-the-architects-ep-review
TRACKS : Tonight: https://soundcloud.com/mercury-the-architects/tonight/s-iIKFZ
The Architect: https://soundcloud.com/mercury-the-architects/the-architect/s-R9UKk
Philosophy Of Hope: https://soundcloud.com/mercury-the-architects/philosophy-of-hope
Full E.P. https://soundcloud.com/mercury-the-architects/sets/mercury-the-architects-ep/s-zPlC5
Live Performance: Mercury & The Architects Live https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dq6nduxHq9M

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Singer/Songwriter DeDe Receives 6 Major Music Industry Awards!

Up and coming Houston-area Independent Singer/Songwriter DeDe Wedekind, www.DeDe-Music.com, has won 6 significant and music industry-recognized songwriting awards over the past 4 months:

Adult Contemporary Album of the Year for Love & Fairy Tales- Oct. 2014 IMEA Awards
Holiday Album of the Year for World of Christmas- Oct. 2014 IMEA Awards
Spiritual Song of the Year for "Canon on the Lord's Prayer"-Oct. 2014 IMEA Awards
Love Song Category FINALIST in the Dec. 2014 Annual UK Songwriting Contest, for "Blame It On the Summertime"
2nd Place Overall Finisher in the Dallas Songwriting Contest for "The Plans I Have for You"
2nd Place Overall Finish: Instrumental, in the Dallas Songwriting Contest for "Change the World", her instrumental version of her original, One Child.

DeDe was also a Semi-Finalist in 7 categories in the Dec. 2014 Annual UK Songwriting Awards for 6 songs including Joyful Christmas, Change the World, One Child, America United, and Canon on the Lord's Prayer. DeDe was honored to be recognized as BEST VOCALIST in March 2014 on SingerUniverse.com, for "Blame It On the Summertime", and was First Runner-Up for the same song on SongwriterUniverse.com, also in March.

Timothy Yap of Breathecast.com, says this about DeDe: "When it comes to song interpretation, (DeDe) Wedekind is without peer." Grammy-Winning Producer of the Year, Jeff Bova, (also Producer of World of Christmas), says: "World of Christmas will not just touch your heart, but will touch your soul." And Grammy Winner, Jason Miles says, "DeDe is a superb vocalist...a talent to be watched."

Performing with her 3 to 5-piece band, DeDe recently was signed to new label, Dominion Entertainment in Los Angeles, headed by well-known songwriter & producer, Kevin De Clue, who has worked with Jewel, Hillary Duff , Jenna Gentry, and Pink. DeDe's also just been added to the roster of well-known talent agent Wilene Dunn of WCD Enterprises of Ft. Worth, Texas.

Listen to DeDe's music on: iHeart Radio, Pandora, Lastfm, Jango Internet Radio, and other internet radio stations like www.Skopemag.com, and you can purchase her music on iTunes, Amazon.com, and CDBaby, just search "DeDe Wedekind". To find out more about DeDe, including her upcoming shows and new music projects, visit: http://www.DeDe-Music.com/Music, and SignUp for her monthly fan news!

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Boston's Reed Waddle WINS! Fourth Annual New York Songwriters Circle Contest

New York, November 24, 2009 - Boston singer/songwriter and guitarist Reed Waddle can add another notch to his guitar strap after his Grand Prize winning performance at the New York Songwriters Circles (www.songwriters-circle.com) fourth annual Songwriting Contest finale at the venerable Bitter End. Reed's soulful performance of his single "Piece By Piece" brought New York's music faithful to their feet and ultimately captured the votes of the blue ribbon panel of judges assembled.

"I am so thrilled to have even be selected as a finalist," said Reed Waddle. "To win such a prestigious contest is a dream come true and to be honest it really has not settled in yet, I am truly elated. I can't say enough about the New York Songwriters Circle, it is rare that you meet so many amazing musicians."

Taking home second place honors this year was another Boston-based singer/songwriter and jazz vocalist Julia Easterlin for her unique single "Go Straightaway." Clara Olman, of Nashville, TN, secured third place for her single "Song For Ruthie," which infused phrasing from renowned 20th century classical French composer Claude Debussy Claire de Lune.

"Reed's performance and the way he presented his song was clean and of a very high professional caliber," said Tina Shafer, Artistic Director for the New York Songwriters Circle and host of the contest. "He completely impressed everyone with his smooth voice and is definitely ready to breakout into the mainstream."

Serving as judges for this years competition were Grammy Award winning songwriter/producer/legendary rock performer John Oates, Grammy Award winning producer Russ Titelman, Q104.3 Jonathan Clarke and many more.

Reed will be receiving $10,000 in cash, a performance spot with Grammy Winner John Oates in Aspen, CO, a top of the line Gibson acoustic guitar, an opportunity to record with Grammy Award Winning Producer Glenn Barrett and a guest spot on Jonathan Clarke's "Out of the Box" radio show on New York's Q104.3.

Past winners of the worldwide recognized New York Songwriter's Circle annual Songwriting Contest include such notable performers as Kate Voegele, Company of Thieves and Mieka Pauley.

The magical night of original and unique music came to a conclusion when John Oates took to the brick walled stage of the Bittern End and performed his Grammy Award Winning song "She's Gone" to cap off an event that will not soon be forgotten.

Sponsors for the 2009 Songwriting Contest include: Gibson Guitars, sonicbids.com, broadjam.com, Ascap , BMI, , Sesac, MorningStar Studios, Dubway Studios, 795 Records/Denise Rich Publishing, Blue Light Digital Sound and onlinegigs.com.


The New York Songwriters' Circle:
For over 19 years, the New York Songwriter's Circle has been producing and directing bimonthly shows at the legendary Bitter End club, in New York City's West Village. The Circle has launched the careers of notable artists such as Norah Jones, Jesse Harris, Lisa Loeb, Vanessa Carlton, Gavin DeGraw, NYSC songwriting contest winner and regular on "One Tree Hill," Kate Voegele, Company of Thieves and Chris Barron. The circle has quickly become one of the most popular music events in Manhattan, attracting not only the best up and coming songwriting talent from around the world but also top music industry executives looking to discover "the next big thing". Currently The New York Songwriter's Circle hosts live music showcases across the country including New York, Philadelphia, Boston, Chicago and Los Angeles as well as an educational "Loft Series" dedicated to supporting, nurturing and empowering artists in this new age of the Music industry.

New York Songwriters Circle Extends Deadline To Oct. 25 For Fourth Annual Songwriting Contest

New York - October 19, 2009 - The New York Songwriters Circle (NYSC) today announced that songwriters worldwide will now have until October 25th to submit their songs (any genre) for the NYSC's fourth annual Songwriting Contest. Songwriters can visit our Web site at http://www.songwriters-circle.com to submit their songs and read about the contests new less encompassing terms and conditions.

Past winners of the now worldwide recognized songwriting contest include Kate Voegele, Company of Thieves and Mieka Pauley.

The awards for the contest continue to grow as new sponsors come on board. In 2009, over $25,000 in cash and prizes will be awarded with the Grand Prize winner receiving a performance spot with Grammy Winner John Oates at the prestigious Wheeler Opera House in Aspen, CO, a top of the line Gibson acoustic guitar, an opportunity to record with Grammy Award Winning Producer Glenn Barrett and a guest spot on Jonathan Clarke's Q104.3 radio show (New York and America's favorite Rock station).

The NYSC continues to attract esteemed members of the music and entertainment industry to serve as its judges. This years panel includes: Grammy Award winning songwriter/producer/legendary rock performer John Oates, Grammy Award winning producer Russ Titelman (Eric Clapton, James Taylor, Chaka Khan, Cindi Lauper and Ricki Lee Jones to names a few), Q104.3 Radio's Jonathan Clarke, Hit Songwriter Allan Merrill ("I Love Rock and Roll") and many more.

The New York Songwriters Circle has been at the forefront of the songwriting world for over 19 years. In 2008, the New York Songwriters Circle expanded its live music showcase events beyond New York ("The Bitter End") to included Philadelphia ("World Cafe Live!"), Boston ("Johnny D's" and Berklee College of Music's "Café 939"), and most recently announced openings in Chicago ("Schubas" - opening September 1st, 2009) and Los Angeles (The Mint - August 24th, 2009).

Sponsors for the 2009 Songwriting Contest include Gibson Guitars, sonicbids.com, broadjam.com, BMI, Ascap, Sesac, MorningStar Studios and more. For a complete list of judges, prizes and sponsors please visit songwriters-circle.com

About the New York Songwriters' Circle: For over 19 years, the New York Songwriters' Circle has been producing and directing bimonthly shows at the legendary Bitter End in New York City's West Village. Over the years the circle has become one of the most popular music events in New York City continuously known for showcasing great original talent right out of the heart of the NY songwriting scene. The NYSC attracts not only the best up and coming songwriting talent from around the world but also top music industry executives looking to discover "the next big thing".