Exclusive Artist Promo Giveaway on JTV Digital

JTV Digital is launching an exclusive giveaway, opened to all artists.



The winner will get a "promo package" consisting of the following:

- digital music distribution to all major outlets worldwide

- a VEVO channel

- a social media campaign for music video and song promotion



This is a great and unique opportunity for upcoming artists to speed up their career advancement.



Follow this link to access the giveaway: http://bit.ly/promo-giveaway



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About JTV Digital:

JTV Digital helps artists and labels to get their music to the top digital stores worldwide. JTV Digital was founded by Jeremie Varengo. Jeremie is an established music industry professional from France, with more than 10 years of experience in the digital media environment. He first worked at mobile music pioneers Musiwave (now Microsoft), and then with major record label Universal Music Group International.

http://jtvdigital.com


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EVENTIDE @ SXSW 2015

Eventide is pleased to announce our presence at the upcoming South by Southwest® (SXSW®) Festival in Austin, Texas. Stop by our booth at the Gear Expo to say hello, hear demonstrations of our products and enter to win an H9 Max. We're even offering a sneak peek at some of the latest things to emerge from our labs. Hint: it's dirty.

If you're not able to stop by the booth, you'll still be able to participate and win. Tag a Facebook post, Tweet, Vine or Instagram pic related to SXSW 2015 with #EventideSXSW2015 and you'll be entered to win a standard H9.

Booth 427: Gear Expo
Austin Convention Center
Thursday, March 19 - Saturday, March 21
11:00 am - 6:00 pm

The Music Gear Expo is open to the public with free Guest Pass wristbands, available in advance or onsite at the event. Visit http://guestpass.sxsw.com for more information. SXSW Badge and Wristband holders do not need a Guest Pass to attend.

To find out more about Eventide or the award-winning H9 Harmonizer® stompbox, please visit our website: http://eventide.com

About Eventide
Eventide was founded in 1971 in New York City. Eventide is a leading developer and manufacturer of digital audio processing products for recording, broadcast, and live performance. Headquartered in Little Ferry, NJ, Eventide invented the H910, the first Harmonizer effects processor in 1975, followed in 1977 by the H949, the first de-glitched Harmonizer with additional delay. Visit Eventide online at eventide.com.

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Xylote.com Releases "Trance Techno Particles"

Listen To: "Trance Techno Particles" by Xylote.com

Xylote.com's sample pack includes elements from jungle, techno and house music.
Xylote.com released sounds and loops that can be used by musicians and producers to give some of the '90s and '00s grooves to their productions.

Xylote.com is offering Trance Techno Particles for a six months promo price of 19,99 EUR. Trance Techno Particles is perfect for beginners as you won't easily find a product of this quality at this price anywhere else.

Xylote.com is hosting a remix contest on their website. Starting from May 15, 2010 DJs and musicians who create the most original mix using samples from Xylote.com can be awarded of prizes like a Lifetime Membership or up to 500 credits.

The sample pack is on sale at http://www.xylote.com

Xylote.com Releases "Trance Techno Particles" (Wav Acid/Apple Loops) Followed By A Remix Contest

Website: http://www.xylote.com
Music: http://www.xylote.com/free/ttp_demo_10min.mp3

PADUA, Italy April 19, 2010 -- Xylote.com has announced the release of its new sample pack "Trance Techno Particles".

The sample pack includes sounds and loops that can be used for techno, trance, tribal, and other music genres.

The sample pack comes equipped with:
• 13 trance construction kits structured into 5 folders (intro/outro, main kit, variation kit, single sounds, sfx)
• more than 401 loops (basses, pads, synths, strings, etc.)
• 120 kick-free loops (I measure long)
• 157 single sounds (kicks, snares and various percussion sounds)
• 32 crash cymbals
• 13 Logic Pro Projects included in the Aiff/Apple Loops package
• 13 Acid Pro Projects included in the Wav/Acid package
• Total loops and single sounds: 710
• Total size: 656 MB
• Formats: Wav/Acid; Aiff/Apple Loops

* (Cover Artwork: http://www.xylote.com/covers/300_dpi.jpg)

"This new sample pack gives musicians and producers a little bit of the greatest trance and techno sounds of the '90s and '00s" says Daniel Macovei, founder of Xylote.com. "We wanted to find a way to combine hundreds of diverse sound effects, loops, and construction kits into one easy-to-use package."

Taking the best and most-loved beats and effects from their vast library, Xylote.com has succeeded in offering a virtual "best-of" collection with this new sample pack. Trance Techno Particles is perfect for beginners who are still experimenting with style or professionals who need specific sounds at a moment's notice.

Xylote.com is offering Trance Techno Particles for a six months promo price of 19,99 EUR. Daniel Macovei says that the product's price is revolutionary. "You just can't find that kind of selection for this price. We're hoping to introduce a lot of musicians to the benefits of Xylote.com who wouldn't normally have the chance to obtain premier samples, sound effects and professional construction kits."

Xylote.com provides the downloadable sample pack from its website – www.xylote.com
Following the release of this brand new sample pack Xylote.com is also hosting a remix contest, starting from May 15, 2010. The contest will enable djs, musicians and producers to create original mix using the samples, sound effects and loops found in the package.

The contest, which will begin next month, will award the tops five winners with the following prizes:
1st place: Lifetime Membership
2nd place: 500 Credits
3rd place: 350 credits
4th place: 250 Credits
5th place: 150 Credits

Contest rules and details will be announced in the coming weeks.
More information:
http://www.xylote.com

CONTACT:
Sandra Hermann
cell: (320) 481-2900
office: (049) 897-8742
sandra -at- xylote (dot) com

AmericaFree.TV Announces Finalists For Its 2009 Music Video Awards

Website: http://www.americafree.tv

Washington, D.C. - Friday, February 12, 2010 -- AmericaFree.TV, LLC (www.americafree.tv), a leading Internet streaming television broadcaster revealed today its "short list" of finalists for the best Music Video aired on the site in 2009. This opens a 1 month period of audience voting leading to the announcement of 3 winners, one each in the categories of Rock, Hip Hop and Pop / Contemporary. The finalists can be seen at http://www.musicfree.tv/2009/, and the winners will be determined by audience voting. "We were looking at the music videos submitted to the AmericaFree.TV music video channels in 2009, and we're just amazed that the quality and variety of videos available. Many of these videos have production qualities just as good as anything you will see anywhere, and yet they don't get much recognition," said Eric Connor, head of Music Content Acquisition for AmericaFree.TV. "So we thought, let's do something to fix that."

"The winners will receive recognition on AmericaFree.TV's broadcast channel, and also a small token of our appreciation" said Marshall Eubanks, AFTV Founder and CEO. "We have what I think are some truly great videos, such as Saint Motel's "Dear Dictator" in Rock, "Love Is Gone" by the Slum Peasants in HipHop and Darren Ockert's "Celebrity Du Jour" in Contemporary, just to name three. We selected 7 videos in each category for consideration by our viewers and to show the vitality of the indie music market. The music industry is changing rapidly, the importance of the major labels is declining, and none of us know how the industry will change. While one of our competitors has just seen fit to remove "Music Television" from their name, which I think clearly shows their feeling of the importance of music videos, we feel differently. At AmericaFree.TV we are convinced that Internet television will play an important role in the evolution of music in the new decade," Eubanks continued.

AmericaFree.TV's music videos can be viewed on one of their 4 music video channels at http://www.AmericaFree.TV or http://www.MusicFree.TV/. Voting on the 2009 Music Video Competition will end on March 12th and the winners will be announced March 15th, 2010.

AmericaFree.TV (AFTV) broadcasts professionally produced content on multiple live channels on the Internet. To learn more about AFTV, visit the AmericaFree.tv site at www.AmericaFree.tv, or learn about AFTV's music video competition at http://www.MusicFree.TV/2009/.

8th Annual Nashville SongWriters Fest Ramps Up For June Performances

Website: http://www.songwritersfestival.com

The 8th Annual, 2010 Nashville SongWriters Festival is several music happenings in one! Find your place in the mix. It’s part live original music festival, part music conference, part networking opportunity and part gathering of friends held June 4-6. The live performances, education and Open House are concurrently running events. Attendees can take in all or parts of the fest and "Play it by ear!"

Songwriters of all genres converge for The Nashville SongWriters Festival. Tunesmiths share their music on multiple stages and open Sing Rings. The fest is open to all forms of songwriting, from the novice to the professional. There are no pre qualifications to play or attend. Everyone is encouraged to come as they are. All attendees will have the opportunity to share their words or music and find their place in the mix.

While at the fest, writers can also attend Pro Instruction classes, workshops, Q & A sessions and other personal tid bits, all about the craft and business of songwriting.

An Open House is held by participating recording studios, publishers, song pluggers and other music related businesses where writers can drop by without an appointment to ask questions, exchange samples or discuss what part they play in the business of Music. Register your music related music business for the Open House or if you're a festival attendee, stop by and check out some of the industry.

For registered and non performing writers there will be a "Writer's Area" provided by the Fest near the information booth. At the display table attendees can deposit their CD'S and the fest staff will take inquiries or make sales for participants. Also drop off a copy of your songs in the Fest Drop Box where your materials will be forwarded to publishers.

Come to share your music and have fun playing the songs that you have written. While at the fest we hope you get inspired, reinvigorated, find co writers, network and write some new tunes. Most of all have fun. Music is not all business all of the time. But... if you think you have something that is potentially a commercial success.....enter the "Song Contest & Critiques". We want to recognize songwriter efforts and help get your material in the hands of publishers and recording artist of all sizes. We want to highlight talent and help make others better writers who are informed on what the industry is looking for..... Great Commercial Songs. There will be prizes plus entrants will also get their songs critiqued and commercial feed back. Entrants do not have to attend the Festival to enter the "Song Challenge & Critiques."

Another historical gathering begins to shape up as we throw down at this years congregation to celebrate the spirit of the songwriter. Many special guest and surprises await but as always, the real featured writer is you!

Registration is now officially open. Performing and Non performing songwriters, music related business, volunteers and the public wishing to participate in the June 4-6, 2010 activities can visit the web site at www.SongWritersFestival.com or Email: Popcorn@SongWritersFestival.com or call
615-424-1491 or 931-296-4067 for more info.

Andy Fraser's Daughter Hannah Swims With Whales For Climate Change Video

Url: http://www.andyfraser.com
Sound: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=63qIoGpnrl8

Los Angeles, CA - December 8, 2009 - Hannah Fraser, along with her sister Jasmine Fraser who both now work with their activist Rock N' Roll icon father Andy Fraser, is seen swimming with a giant whale pod in Fraser 's latest music video release "This is the Big One". The new song and video was produced to bring awareness of the urgent message of 'climate change' effecting the planet.

Rarely seen in the wild, footage in the video was captured during the filming of Hannah swimming with whales in Tonga, VAVA'U Island. "They were so incredibly graceful.. and it is such an amazing feeling when they are curious about us puny humans.. and decide to spend some time with us. It really drives home how insanely bizarre it is that anyone could kill these magnificent creatures", said Hannah.

It seems Hannah may have bigger cahones than even her hot-blooded father, when it comes to issues she believes in. She is also featured swimming with 14 foot Great White sharks during the taping of a National Geographic special on sharks expected to be released in 2010.

View the video This is the Big One at:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=63qIoGpnrl8

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, and win prizes, including an autographed custom guitar.

For complete details of the competition visit http://www.andyfraser.com/MakeADifferenceNow

About Hannah Fraser:

Along with being a professional underwater mermaid model, who has been featured in stunning photos, art and films in exotic locations around the globe, Hannah Fraser is also a beauty/commercial/fashion model. Hannah's work has been featured in TV, photographic art, catalogues, documentaries, movies, catwalk, performance and artistic projects. Hannah is also an accomplished commercial photographer. Hannah's art company Flying Colours Creations produces amazing artworks ranging from fairies to cyber computer graphics which are available in a variety of products.

For more details:
http://www.hannahfraser.com

About Andy Fraser:

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 Cocker, 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.

Find out more at:

http://www.andyfraser.com/MakeADifferenceNow/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=63qIoGpnrl8
http://www.andyfraser.com/bigone.html

SOURCE: McTraxMedia - Andy Fraser is available for comments and interviews by contacting Cyrene Jagger at McTrax International. Hannah Fraser is available for comments by contacting info@hannahfraser.com

CONTACT: Cyrene Jagger of McTrax International
+1-951-795-4455
cyrene@mctrax.com

Perform Live! In Front Of Jackson Thriller Exec. Chance Of A Lifetime Talent Search

Url: http://ismaelrecords.ning.com

Ismael records in association with world music and independent film festival/ MJD Productions and Blendzville Global presents chance of a lifetime talent search featuring Mr. TC Thompkins!, marketing & promotions executive of Michael Jackson's Thriller, Bad & Off The Wall albums and former acting vice president of marketing and promotions for Epic Records/President of Thompkins Marketing.

Pop, Gospel, R & B, Rap/ Hip Hop artist!, win! win! win! marketing & promotions, national distribution, soundscan! & radio airplay personally from Mr. TC Thompkins!. Only a limited amount of artist will be chosen for this event with only a limited amount of tickets for paying fans and public. This event will be held in the hampton roads virginia area of the 757 so sign up now!. Winners will also perform live at the red carpet world music and independent film festival in Washington DC! TC Thompkins! marketing & promotions executive of such great powerhouse recording artist as Alicia Keys!, Tyrese, Sade, Jaheim, Richard Pryor, Ghetto Boyz, Steely Dan!, Luther Vandross, The Great! Quincy Jones!, Patti La Belle, Ed Montgomery, Pastor Rudy Rasmus, Scarface, Big Mike!, Angie Stone, Teddy Riley & Guy, Earth Wind And Fire!, Nappy Roots, Wuan, Novox and many more!.

Contact blendz21@hotmail.com and ismaelceo777@aol.com for more details. chance of a lifetime talent search!

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".

Pro Soul Alliance Is Looking For The Next Great Indie Artist!

Vancouver, BC - October 5, 2009 - Pro Soul Alliance is a progressive, independent record label that offers unique, comprehensive, and affordable self marketing solutions for talented artists internationally.

Understanding the needs of the independent artist and the challenges of the new do-it-yourself style of music business, Pro Soul Alliance is running a contest in hopes of finding and assisting the winner become the next great indie artist. The 2 successful artists will receive 6 months of indie label services valued at $6,000, including the following as needed:
• professional phone consultation and education with CEO of Pro Soul Alliance on the artists development and career
• a professional blog based website they can edit and update, complete with hosting by Rackspace, one of the best in the world, with artistsname.com
• Professional bio and press copy writing, blog development and updating
• Search engine optimization for effective search ranking
• Graphic design, photography and image assistance for promo materials
• Social networking configuration and integration, connecting with fans (Twitter, Facebook, MySpace, Blip.fm, Youtube, ReverbNation etc)
• Offline & online marketing assistance, radio airplay, follow up, and tracking
• Product development, design, CD production and digital distribution through major online retailers worldwide including ringtones and mobile phone
• Licensing and song placement; electronic licensing options online
• Scheduling of show dates for live performances
• Video Production; Youtube promo viral marketing videos

Contest ends October 30th. Details, entry information and music submission can be accessed by visiting this link: http://www.prosoul.com/contest

Pro Soul Alliance is comprised of a team of professionals with varying skills ready to assist the independent music artist and advance their career. Pro Soul focuses on getting attention for the artist and keeping it while helping them connect with fans. At the wheel of Pro Soul, is industry veteran and pioneer Jarome Matthew. Audio engineer, music producer, composer, DJ, re-mixer, and an artist himself, Jarome Matthew, has worked with artists in a wide range of styles for over a decade.

Jarome Matthew
CEO and Founder
Pro Soul Alliance: Music Business done better.
http://www.prosoul.com
http://www.prosoul.com/contest

ExploreTalent Idol Reaches An Overwhelming 1,600 Musicians Competing As Contestants!

Hollywood, Calif. - ExploreTalent.com's "ExploreTalent Idol" contest is well under way, with a groundbreaking 1,600 contestants in the first week since the contest kicked off. The drama is unfolding after the first week with several contestants breaking away from the pack of hopeful artists. With two weeks left to vote, the contestants are doing everything possible to generate votes and fans.

ExploreTalent Idol also announced that contest voters will share the excitement with daily cash prizes. Each day of the contest, a lucky voter is chosen as the "Daily Cash Winner" in which one lucky voter wins $100 just for voting for a contestant and following the results on Twitter. Daily cash prize winners will then have a chance to win a Grand Prize of $1,000-$2,000 at the end of the contest.

The ExploreTalent Idol contest officially launched on July 23 and will close entry on August 18th with the winner(s) being announced shortly thereafter. All competing artists upload an MP3 of one of their songs, or a music video within the urban music genre (R&B, Hip-Hop or Rap).

The winner of ExploreTalent Idol will be flown to the luxurious Eden Roc Hotel in Miami, Florida for an amazing two-night stay from August 21st to the 22nd. The winner(s) will participate in the celebrity meet and greet then take the stage on August 22nd at 7:00pm at the American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida, where they will perform the first 12 minutes to kickoff the SummerFest 2009 concert. The winner(s) will open up for urban icons T-Pain, Akon, Ne-Yo, Keri Hilson and Flo Rida, to name a few. The overall value of the prize package is estimated to be upwards of $250,000 (value of public relations campaign, extensive media relations, email campaign and ongoing promotion for the winning performer after the event).

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About ExploreTalent.com
Established in 2003, ExploreTalent.com is the largest talent website/resource on the planet with a growing membership with nearly 3 million registered members. Aspiring actors, models, dancers, musicians, and all those searching for entertainment-related opportunities can interact with the industry professionals looking to hire them or submit to any the 50,000 new auditions and job openings posted each month. To learn more, visit www.ExploreTalent.com.

About Musician1.com
Musician1.com is the best resource on the Internet to promote your own original music and build a fan base straight from your home computer! M1 allows you to post your own music, giving you the opportunity to attract viewers, fans and record executives to your talent. In turn this will create not only a strong buzz for your music, but the powerful connections to get your sound noticed and amplified in the music industry. Musician1.com will showcase featured artists, connect musicians with music jobs and supply a community of peers and professionals to network with each other. M1 will also help you learn and grow from fellow musicians as well as the resource to get the right feedback and learning tools to advance your career.

ExploreTalent.com Is Turning The Winner Of Their "ExploreTalent Idol" Contest Into An Overnight Star

Hollywood, Calif. - ExploreTalent.com announced today that their first ExploreTalent Idol contest has officially launched, and the music community is already buzzing. The ExploreTalent Idol contest will take place between July 23 and August 18th - the winners will be picked shortly thereafter. All competing performers/groups must upload a music video or MP3 of one of their songs to Explore Talent's website and fit within the urban music genre (R&B, Hip-Hop or Rap). Complete rules of the challenge are listed on ExploreTalent.com.

The newly crowned ExploreTalent Idol will open the concert just before today's top urban artists pay tribute to the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. The Grand Prize winner will be flown to Miami's luxurious Eden Roc Hotel for 2 nights and be announced at the press conference the night before the event. The winner will participate in the meet-and-greet with Akon, T-Pain, Ne-Yo and Flo Rida before the show starts at the American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida. Immediately following the meet-and-greet, the winner will perform up to 12 minutes to kickoff the concert. The winner will be performing in front of 13,000 fans and share the stage with urban icons Akon, T-Pain, Ne-Yo, Ms. Keri and Flo Rida, to name a few. The value of the Grand Prize package and promotional campaign is estimated at approximately $250,000. There will be two runner-up prizes awarded as well. The first runner-up will receive an all-access pass to the event and the second runner-up will receive a premium ticket to the show.

Ami Shafrir, CEO of ExploreTalent.com offered, "No more cramming in long lines and spending all of your hard earned dollars on travel to a destination where you may not even have a chance to audition, now you can become an Idol from your laptop." Ami added, "This is the first of many weekly contests for ExploreTalent Idol with the same objective...not just finding stars, but creating them."

About ExploreTalent.com
Established in 2003, ExploreTalent.com is the largest talent website/resource on the planet with a growing membership of nearly 3 million registered members. Aspiring actors, models, dancers, musicians and all those searching for entertainment-related opportunities interact with industry professionals looking to hire them or simply submit to the 50,000 new auditions and job openings posted each month. To learn more, visit www.ExploreTalent.com.

Deadline Approaching For 14th Annual USA Songwriting Competition

Deadline of the 14th Annual USA Songwriting Competition is fast approaching. Winning songs of the Competition will receive airplay on a nationally syndicated radio program "Acoustic Café" as well as XM Satellite Radio. This is the first Songwriting Competition that gives airplay to the winning songs, giving deserving bands, songwriters the recognition and exposure they deserve. Entrants stand to win a grand prize of over US$50,000 in cash and music gear from sponsors such as Sony, D’Addario Strings, Ibanez Guitars, Audio-Technica, IK Multimedia, Cakewalk and more, making this the largest prize package for any annual songwriting competition.

Many USA Songwriting Competition winners in the past have received recording and publishing contracts, have their songs placed on the charts as well as having their songs placed on film and television. 2008 Overall Grand Prize Winner Jordan Zevon was signed to New West Records and appeared on TV program "Late Night With David Letterman". 2007 Overall Grand Prize Winner Ari Gold had his winning song "Where The Music Takes You" hit #10 on the Billboard Dance Charts. 2005 First Prize winner (Pop) Kate Voegele was signed to Myspace/Interscope Records the year after she won and had her song at #68 on the Billboard Hot 100 Charts. Darrell Scott, winner of the country category of the 2005 USA Song writing Competition had his winning song cut by award winning country singer Faith Hill. Judges include A&R managers from record labels such as Warner, Capitol Records, Universal, BMG/SONY Music.

Sponsors include Sony, Audio-Technica, Ibanez Guitars, D'Addario Strings, New Music Weekly, Cakewalk, Sonicbids and Sam Ash Music Stores. Songs may be entered in 15 different categories including Pop, Rock/Alternative, R&B and Country. Entries are accepted from now through May 29, 2009.

For more information, visit:
http://www.songwriting.net/mi2n-songwriting-/

Win A Free Custom Shop Guitar Signed By Elite Guitarist

Last Chance To Win Free TAGIMA Custom shop Guitar

Award Winning guitarist/producer Vernon Neilly in conjunction with Tagima® Guitars and Guitar Player Magazine are offering you a final chance to win for free, one of Vernon's 100% handmade custom shop guitars called the Tagima Cobra. The guitar was designed and given to Vernon by master Brazilian guitar maker and founder Seizi Tagima. The guitar features all Brazilian tone woods that are unique to Brazil, premium Tagima hardware, and specially designed Seizi Tagima humbucking pickups among other great features. Other than these points, what makes this guitar a collectors item and extra special is that it is signed by Vernon Neilly, Greg Howe (Michael Jackson, Justin Timberlake), Kiko Loureiro (Angra, Tarja Turunen), Bill Hudson (Cellador, Coldera, Circle 2 Circle), and others who participated on Vernon's current top selling release "A Tribute To Stevie Wonder". The CD which was recorded on 3 continents blazes with original versions of classic hits by some of the most talented musicians in the world, paying homage to the "Wonder" man. The guitar giveaway will end Feb, 9, 2008, the winner will be contacted and sent this fabulous custom shop instrument. It is very easy to participate, just go to the Guitar Player website to get instructions for entering.

To hear samples of Vernon's new release you can visit his myspace.com page at www.myspace.com/vernonneillyband, and to order this amazing CD you can do so by checking at your nearest major record store, or online at www.boosweet.com, www.amazon.com, www.bestbuy.com, www.apple.com/itunes, or any major digital download retailer.

Kerchoonz Live Competition To Find The Hardest Working Unsigned Acts

Kerchoonz.com - the much anticipated answer to the music industry's current downloading problem - is to scrap its artist sign-up fee for Christmas.

The groundbreaking new website, swamped by over 8 million hits and 80,000 unique visitors in November, is scrapping its £12.50 fee to mark the start of Kerchoonz Live - a month long competition to find the hardest working unsigned acts on the circuit.

Bands and artists have until the end of December to use Kerchoonz.com to promote themselves and earn money in a bid to bag a recording session at a famous Glasgow studio. As well as being able to record three tracks at the hands of top producer Ian Morrow (Wet Wet Wet, Rod Stewart, Seal), acts will get to keep all money earned from plays and downloads on Kerchoonz.com.

"I can imagine it's going to be huge and why not?" says former Stereophonics star Stuart Cable. "Becoming a professional musician in a band is the hardest job in the world - so to do it this way is great."

The social media platform lets registered artists and songwriters share their music and videos with fans while getting paid for every stream and download through a combination of the ISRC and play counts by utilizing unique coding and encryption within the application. Kerchoonz pays unsigned acts half a penny for every play and up to 10p for every download - by far the largest payments available to any act choosing to give away their music online.

Artists can even earn money by recommending other musicians to the site and, with no limit on the number of people you can recommend, it's the hardest working acts that will reap the greatest rewards.

"Kerchoonz.com takes the world of online music to a completely different dimension by allowing musicians to earn money from their work without being exploited" says Co-Founder, Indiana Gregg.

Kerchoonz.com is currently locked in talks with both independent and major record labels to bring further content to the site, providing a comprehensive music catalogue for fans.

"If bands and artists use the promotional tools we provide for them, Kerchoonz.com will act just like a record company. Artists can effectively ‘sell' their music without charging their fans anything for it," says Gregg.

Kerchoonz is a place where musicians, artists, film makers, fans, business people, and technologists can meet and exchange in a free and open environment. Our mission is to provide a social platform that enables all of us to explore and create, listen and be heard, give. receive, and discover. Kerchoonz was founded by musicians who believe that artists and musicians should be encouraged and also compensated for their work.

http://www.kerchoonz.com

IMA Folk/Singer-Songwriter Finalist: Amy Speace's "The Killer In Me"

Amy Speace upcoming album, "The Killer In Me," has been selected as a finalist in the 8th annual Independent Music Awards (IMA), under the Folk/Singer-Songwriter category. This is a great accomplishment for an album that's yet to be released (March 10, 2009 on Judy Collins' Wildflower Records) and we'd appreciate everyone's support and vote for her album.

Vote for "The Killer In Me"

More On Amy Speace:
http://www.amyspeace.com

Watch the music video for Amy Seace's "Weight Of The World"

Call For Entries: Holiday RiffRumble Holiday Song Contest Judged By Rooney

Record a song with RiffWorks and enter to win a Dean Markley Guitar, an iPod touch with FourTrack and more.

Los Altos, CA - Sonoma Wire Works announces the Holiday RiffRumble, the 14th song contest for RiffWorks recording software users. Contestants worldwide will compete for $4120 in prizes, including a Dean Markley Acoustic Guitar, an iPod touch with FourTrack by Sonoma Wire Works, an Ultrasound AG30 Acoustic Guitar Amplifier, 12 sets of Dean Markley VintageBronze Guitar Strings, RiffWorks InstantDrummer Sessions by Discrete Drums, and Recording Magazines. Any RiffCast enabled edition of RiffWorks, including RiffWorks T4 free recording software may be used to record solo entries and online collaborations with a holiday or winter theme. The power pop band, Rooney, will choose the Grand Prize winner. Entries will be accepted for two weeks: November 24 - December 7, 2008. Votes accepted November 24 - December 14. No purchase necessary and no entry fee. Contest & Prize Details: http://www.riffworld.com/riffrumble/rr14

Three Categories to Win

* Grand Prize (Rooney's Choice): The musician who enters the song chosen by Rooney band members wins a Dean Markley DM-J360 E Acoustic Guitar. This flat-top jumbo acoustic recalls the Gibson J-160 that John Lennon used with the Beatles. It features book-matched mahogany back and sides, a solid mahogany neck, a solid book-matched spruce top, a slim 15 fret ebony fret-board, gold-plated tuners with simulated tortoise knobs, ivroid binding, and a gold-plated stereo input jack for a neck position installed custom pick-up with both volume and tone controls as part of the body (valued at $3250). Includes hard shell case. 5 RiffWorks InstantDrummer Sessions by Discrete Drums ($49.95) and Recording Magazines ($19.95). Total Value: $3320

* 2nd Prize (Contestants' Choice): The musician who enters the song that receives the most votes from the contestants wins an Apple iPod touch 8GB (value $229) plus the FourTrack iPhone/iPod touch app by Sonoma Wire Works ($9.99). An Ultrasound AG30 Acoustic Guitar Amplifier - the best selling compact acoustic amp on the market for the last 5 years is built to Dean Markley's specs for Ultrasound Amps. At 30 watts and just 20 pounds, the AG-30 is perfect for recording and coffee shop gigs. Feedback control, EQ shape control, effects loop, direct out, line out, headphone out, and a 5-year warranty fill out the features (MSRP $300). 5 RiffWorks InstantDrummer Sessions by Discrete Drums ($49.95). Recording Magazines ($19.95). Total Value: $600

* 3rd Prize (Most Public Votes): The musician who enters the song that receives the most shouts from the public wins 12 sets of Dean Markley VintageBronze Guitar Strings in a wooden gift box (MSRP $135). Five RiffWorks InstantDrummer Sessions by Discrete Drums ($49.95). Recording Magazines ($19.95). Total Value: $200

About RiffWorks
RiffWorks easy-to-use guitar recording software includes automatic track creation, loop recording, guitar-oriented effects, InstantDrummer, professionally recorded drum tracks, online music collaboration, and song posting. RiffWorld.com rolls it all into a vibrant online community. RiffWorks Standard Pricing: $129. RiffWorks T4 free download available: http://www.sonomawireworks.com/T4

About RiffRumble
RiffRumble song contests are hosted by Sonoma Wire Works on RiffWorld.com and sponsored by the hottest music industry companies. Sponsors for past RiffRumbles have included Line 6, IK Multimedia, Taylor Guitars, Seymour Duncan, Schecter Guitars, Recording Magazine, and more. Holiday RiffRumble: http://www.riffworld.com/riffrumble/rr14

Prepare Yourself For Clash Of The Artists 2009!

Now in it's third year, Clash of the Artists 2009 will once again raise the standard of artist competitions across the world! At Art For Progress, we inspire exceptional international talent to get involved and support art education while having the opportunity to win fantastic prizes geared for the career artist. Here's your opportunity to show the art world, peers, and fans your best work. The world will decide who makes it to the finals for the BIG EVENT in New York City in March 2009.

The annual competition encompasses genres of visual art, film, fashion, live music, DJ's, and the exciting open category, "creative". The interactive judging process allows the on-line community to view short films, listen to music, and see the work of artists and designers from Australia to New York. Over a five-week voting period, three finalists will be chosen in each category. Through Clash of the Artists we have awarded winning artists some very exciting prizes.

Below are some examples of past prizes: Dubspot Full Music Production Package, NY Fashion Week Shows, Meetings with Magnum P.R. and People's Revolution for Musicians and Fashion Designers, DJ performances at Miami's Winter Music Conference, Abel Cine Tech Full Film Production Packages, Sony Music + Film Production Software, Apple's Final Cut Pro Software, Music + DJ equipment from Audio Technica, AFP Memberships, Career Building Workshops from MShop NYC, Gift Certificates, and this year CASH!! Our prize packages will be even bigger this year.

Get on board! Submit your work and get exposure for your talent while supporting art education. It's your time to shine and we're here to make it happen.

You can submit your work at http://www.artforprogress.org beginning November 17th or you can mail in your submissions to Art For Progress, 151 1st Avenue, Suite 26, New York, NY 10003. We'll be accepting submissions through January 9th 2009. Than it all goes live on January 19 when everyone gets to experience the best in art, music, fashion and film from across the globe. Votes will be tallied through February 28th. Did we mention our new super-secure voting process?

Last year, 150 artists were featured, over 15,000 people voted on-line, and over 300 people attended the finals event!

All of the proceeds from Clash of the Artists 2009 will support AFP's growing Art & Humanities Education Program. Art for Progress is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization.

Sponsors for Clash of the Artists 2009 include: Sony, Audio Technica, Blick Art Materials, Magnum PR, People's Revolution, M-Shop NYC, Social Chord, Flavored Layers, MusicDish Network, Absolutearts.com, Art Calendar Magazine, 320 Studios, ArtDeadline.com, Fashion Fabrics Club, M&J Trimming, Fabric Direct, and B&J Fabrics.

http://www.artforprogress.org

a'tris Wins AirPlay Direct's "All Things Digital Alt. Rock / College / Indie Rock" Artist Contest 2008

Throughout the month of October, AirPlay Direct ran our FREE to enter "All Things Digital Alt. Rock / College / Indie Rock" artist contest. The winner a'tris will receive the Grand Prize package which includes:

* A fee waiver for the contest winner to carry their CD in Best Buy and one performance at a Best Buy branded event (value - priceless)

* A recording studio package fro a master quality EP (5 songs) from Slot-1 Studios (a $5,000 value)

* A full album mastering package from Skyline Sound (a $3,000 value)

* A professional microphone package from SHURE microphones (a $1,500 value)

* A 12 week national publicity / marketing package from Pres Pak Public Relations (a $9,000 value)

* A 6 week national radio promotion campaign to approx. 350 college stations from Powderfinger Promotions (a $1,400 value)

* A promotions and development package from iMergeAndSee Artists Promotions and Development (a $3,280 value)

* 'The Banquet' media promotion package from HyperDIY Media (a $2,400 value)

* A 'Featured Artist' advertising and PR campaign from Mi2N (a $750 value)

* 8 vocal lessons and a copy of Jeannie's vocal enhancement materials 'The Contemporary Vocalist' Series from Jeannie Deva Studios (a $1,000 value)

* A 'Featured Artist' advertising / promotion package from AirPlay Direct (a $1,500 value)

The Grand Prize Package is valued at over $28,000...!

Based out of Boston, MA, this foursome keeps it real and down to earth, using music as an uncontrived conduit for self-expression. "Every musician wants to feel like they're unique and doing something that's never been done before," say the members of a'tris. "But let's face it: you need to use an agreed-upon vocabulary to describe your music to others. As a musician, you have to come to terms with this as a necessity to discuss your music." Heavily influenced by the jazz, classical, and progressive rock genres, a'tris not only gives us music as a language, but also as a soundtrack to our lives. "Music and film are inherently intertwined," says Taylor. "I frequently look to film for inspiration and hope that my music has a bit of cinematic flair."

Listen to and download "broadcast-quality" tracks at http://www.airplaydirect.com/atris