Straight No Chaser Reach #7 on Billboard AC Charts

Straight No Chaser’s live version of “12 Days of Christmas” soars 13-7 on Billboard’s Adult Contemporary chart, making it the first time in Billboard’s 47-year history that the traditional holiday song has appeared on the AC list.

Straight No Chaser’s debut Christmas album, Holiday Spirits, is in stores now via Atlantic Records.

Download a free mp3 of "Hark the Herald Angels Sing / Angels We Have Heard on High" here:
http://otmg.net/mp3/SNC-Hark-Angels.mp3

Straight No Chaser On ABC's World News Tonight

A cappella 10-piece Straight No Chaser will be featured on ABC’s World News Tonight with Charles Gibson. The program will air tonight at 6:30 PM EST.

Straight No Chaser’s debut Christmas album, Holiday Spirits, is in stores now via Atlantic Records.

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Amy Grant & Straight No Chaser AOL Holiday Album Streams

AOL is streaming Amy Grant’s The Christmas Collection and Straight No Chaser’s Holiday Spirits as part of their holiday feature, and you can now listen to both albums in full here:

Amy Grant – The Christmas Collection:
http://music.aol.com/holiday-and-christmas-cds#/11

Straight No Chaser – Holiday Spirits:
http://music.aol.com/holiday-and-christmas-cds#/26

Grammy Nominations For OTMG Clients

Concord Music Group recording artists Chick Corea, Gary Burton, Marcus Miller, Karrin Allyson and Gerald Albright have all received 2008 Grammy nominations.

OTMG handled the online marketing campaigns for each of the albums nominated. Thanks to all the sites that worked with us and helped spread the word about these great releases.

Congratulations & good luck go out to:

Marcus Miller -
Best Pop Instrumental Performance for ‘Blast!’
Album: Marcus
[Concord Jazz]

Karrin Allyson -
Best Jazz Vocal Album for Imagina: Songs Of Brasil
[Concord Jazz]

Gary Burton & Chick Corea -
Best Jazz Instrumental Solo for ‘Waltz For Debby’
Album: The New Crystal Silence
[Concord Records]

Chick Corea & Gary Burton -
Best Jazz Instrumental Album, Individual or Group
The New Crystal Silence
[Concord Records]

Chick Corea, composer (Chick Corea & Gary Burton) -
Best Instrumental Composition for ‘Alegria’
Album: The New Crystal Silence
[Concord Records]

Gerald Albright -
Best Pop Instrumental Album
Sax For Stax
[Peak Records]

Amy Grant 22-CD Catalog Giveaway At Windows Media Guide

Windows Media Guide is giving away Amy Grant's entire 22-CD catalog as part of their Holiday Guide giveaway. You can also stream four tracks from Amy's new album, The Christmas Collection, including “Baby It's Christmas,” a new song she co-wrote with husband Vince Gill.

Enter the giveaway here: http://amygrant.otmg.net/

Amy Grant & Straight No Chaser Full Album Streams At imeem

Music social networking site imeem is currently streaming Amy Grant’s The Christmas Collection and Straight No Chaser’s Holiday Spirits. You can listen to both albums in their entirety at imeem’s holiday page.

Listen at imeem:

Amy Grant – The Christmas Collection: http://www.imeem.com/artists/amy_grant/playlist/IthC_3OV/the_christmas_collection_album/

Straight No Chaser — Holiday Spirits: http://www.imeem.com/artists/straight_no_chaser/playlist/TLu7LR_9/holiday_spirits_album/

Lindsey Buckingham's Gift Of Screws Named In Q Magazine’s Best Of 2008

Q Magazine has named Lindsey Buckingham's Gift Of Screws in their year-end list of the Best Albums of 2008. Coming in at #41, the magazine says that “while some tracks are classic Mac, Bel Air Rain and Great Day are spikier and built on atmosphere.”

For more on Q's 50 Best Albums of 2008, go to: http://www.q4music.com/cgi-bin/50bestalbums/track.pl?id=91

Sammy Hagar's Cosmic Universal Fashion Debuts At #95 On Billboard Charts

Sammy Hagar's latest release, Cosmic Universal Fashion, debuted at #95 on the Billboard Charts. The eleventh solo album from the legendary rocker features his signature melodic, hard-charging rock that’s short on subtlety but long on punch and personality.

Purchase at iTunes

Purchase at Amazon

Erik Mongrain Exclusive Video Featured At Ultimate Guitar

Ultimate Guitar TV is currently featuring exclusive footage of Canadian ‘finger-tap’ guitarist Erik Mongrain performing “Raindigger” and “Pandora’s Box” off of his latest album, Equilibrium — available now via MVD.

The self-taught guitarist’s YouTube videos have exceeded 4 million views and he’s won over a dozen international viewership awards.

Watch the exclusive at UGTV: http://www.ultimate-guitar.tv/misc/erik_mongrain_exclusive_performance.html

David Foster's Hit Man CD / DVD Debuts At #46

David Foster’s new 2-disc, Hit Man: David Foster And Friends, debuted at #46 on the Billboard charts, selling 15,000 copies in its debut week. The 143 / Reprise release pays tribute to the 40+ years of David Foster’s successful career in music.

You can purchase Hit Man: David Foster And Friends here:

Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Hit-Man-David-Foster-Friends/dp/B0018CK5RW/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=music&qid=1227231398&sr=8-1

iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?id=294809589&s=143441

David Foster CD Giveaway At SheKnows

SheKnows is giving away five copies of the newly-released CD / DVD Hit Man: David Foster And Friends, which captures the one-night-only concert that paid tribute to legendary producer / songwriter David Foster.

Michael Bublé, Andrea Bocelli, Celine Dion, Josh Groban and Katharine McPhee are among the many artists featured in this star-studded concert.

Enter here: http://www.sheknows.com/articles/contests-and-freebies/806686.htm

Sammy Hagar Releases Cosmic Universal Fashion

Sammy Hagar’s newest release, Cosmic Universal Fashion, is available now via Loud & Proud (Roadrunner). The album features Van Halen’s Michael Anthony, The Cult’s Billy Duffy and Matt Sorum from G’n’R.

"Sammy Hagar’s Cosmic Universal Fashion proves that after 35 years in the music business, the former Van Halen frontman is still a veritable force in the rock world."
- Ultimate Guitar

AOL and Spinner are currently streaming the album in its entirety — you can listen here:

AOL: http://music.aol.com/new-releases-full-cds/#/1
Spinner: http://www.spinner.com/new-releases#/1

Sammy Hagar Exclusive Video On Ultimate Guitar TV

Legendary rocker Sammy Hagar teamed up with The Cults’ Billy Duffy for a performance of “Rock Candy,” now being featured exclusively on Ultimate Guitar TV. The live footage was taken in August at the Pacific Amphitheater in Costa Mesa, CA.

Sammy’s new album, Cosmic Universal Fashion, is available this week via Loud & Proud (Roadrunner Records).

Watch the exclusive live footage here: http://www.ultimate-guitar.tv/misc/sammy_hagar_rock_candy_live_with_billy_duffy_of_the_cult.html

Straight No Chaser Free Mp3 Download

A cappella 10-piece Straight No Chaser’s “Hark the Herald Angels Sing / Angels We Have Heard On High” mp3 has been cleared as a free download to be hosted on your sites and blogs. Please link to group’s official site upon posting - http://www.sncmusic.com

Straight No Chaser’s debut album, Holiday Spirits, is available now through Atlantic Records. More info here: http://otmg.net/pages/straight-no-chaser

Download mp3 here: http://otmg.net/mp3/SNC-Hark-Angels.mp3

Amy Grant Releases The Christmas Collection

Grammy-award winning and multi-platinum selling artist Amy Grant released The Christmas Collection this fall via EMI Music, compiling the best songs from her three previous Christmas CDs, plus four new songs.

With over 30 million albums sold and a legacy firmly rooted in holiday music tradition, The Christmas Collection features songs hand-picked by Grant that result in a classic Christmas album.

Featuring the first new music recorded by Grant in nine years, The Christmas Collection features favorites including “Breath of Heaven,” “Grown Up Christmas List” and “Tennessee Christmas,” along with “Baby It’s Christmas,” a song Grant co-wrote with husband Vince Gill. In support of the project, Grant will hit the road in early December for a tour that will also feature Gill, bringing a festive and nostalgic evening filled with her timeless holiday classics.

David Foster Releases Hit Man: Foster And Friends CD / DVD

Uber songwriter / producer and 15-time Grammy winner David Foster assembled an all-star lineup for Hit Man: David Foster and Friends, released this November via 143 / Reprise (Warner Bros.).

The stunning collection of artists performed a one-night only show in Las Vegas last spring, which honored his hugely successful four-decade career. The result is the CD / DVD Hit Man: David Foster and Friends, with stand-out performances by Andrea Bocelli, Michael Bublé, Josh Groban, Celine Dion, Katharine McPhee, Brian McKnight, and others.

Having worked with a virtual who’s who of the record business including Barbara Streisand, Madonna and Michael Jackson, Foster’s storied career continues to impact the charts. Spotlighting the many number one hits, award-winning songs
and other favorites, the show will also be broadcast as part of the prestigious Great Performance Series on PBS in December. In conjunction with the CD / DVD release, Foster’s eagerly awaited autobiography Hit Man: Forty Years Making Music, Topping Charts and Winning Grammies has been released simultaneously.

Songs / Videos Include:
“Home” – Michael Bublé, Blake Shelton
“I Have Nothing / I Will Always Love You” – Charice
“Bridge Over Troubled Water” – Josh Groban, Brian McKnight
“Because You Loved Me” – Celine Dion
“Prayer” – Andrea Bocelli, Katharine McPhee
“Love Theme from St. Elmo's Fire” - David Foster, Kenny G
“Somewhere” - Katharine McPhee
“Hard to Say I'm Sorry/You're the Inspiration/Glory of Love” - Peter Cetera

Sammy Hagar CD Giveaway At Rock Confidential

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Christian Scott Listening Party At Artist Direct

You can listen to Christian Scott’s latest release, Live At Newport, in its entirety now at Artist Direct. The trailer for the DVD is also being featured on the video page.

Listen to Live At Newport here: http://www.artistdirect.com/nad/music/genre/info/0,,873,00.html

Watch the Live At Newport DVD trailer here: http://www.artistdirect.com/nad/video/0,,,00.html

Lindsey Buckingham Interview At Ultimate Guitar

Ultimate Guitar has just interviewed legendary guitarist / singer-songwriter Lindsey Buckingham, giving an in-depth look into his latest solo effort, Gift Of Screws — out now via Reprise Records.

Q: Will Fleetwood Mac be performing songs from your solo album?

A: ”Well, that’s a good question. We are talking about rehearsing in January and doing some dates in the spring. So I might have to get back to you on that. Politics can be a little bit tricky in Fleetwood Mac from time to time. Certainly there are a number of songs on Gift of Screws which are appropriate to be done by Fleetwood Mac especially since there are the players on there. But I guess we’re just gonna have to wait and see where the group sensibility wants us to go.”

Continue reading: Ultimate Guitar

Straight No Chaser’s Holiday Spirits In Stores Now

Straight No Chaser’s Holiday Spirits is available now via Atlantic Records, and features twelve original holiday classics, as well as two new songs.

The 10-piece regrouped after their 1998 a cappella performance of “The 12 Days Of Christmas” became a YouTube sensation, garnering nearly 8 million views, and landing the group a record deal.

Watch the video “The 12 Days of Christmas” and see why it became such a viral pheomenon:


Purchase at iTunes.

Purchase at Amazon.

Christian Scott AOL Full Album Listening Party

Trumpeter Christian Scott will release Live At Newport this week, his first-ever live CD / DVD via Concord Jazz. Recorded in August 2008 at the Newport Jazz Festival, the new 2-disc features a stunning performance that includes new takes on previous songs, plus five new ones.

Christian assembled an all-star band for this performance, which includes Aaron Parks (piano), Joe Sanders (bass), Jamire Williams (drums), Walter Smith III (tenor saxophone) and Matthew Stevens (guitar).

You can listen to Live At Newport in its entirety now at AOL.

Jimmy Demers’ Dream A Little Celebrity Café Review

Check out The Celebrity Café’s review of Jimmy Demers’ latest release, Dream A Little.

“Demers, with masterful care and diligence for each note, bares his soul in a profound way that makes his work unsurpassed.” - John Berkowitz

Read the rest of the review here.

Embeddable Sammy Hagar Audio Now Available

Sammy Hagar: We now have two embeddable songs from Sammy Hagar's 11/18 release Cosmic Universal Fashion.

"Cosmic Universal Fashion"
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"LOUD"
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The Core Info

- Three decades of rock fronting Montrose, Van Halen and Sammy Hagar and The Wabos

- Has sold a combined 100 Million CDs

- Musicians include Van Halen alumni Michael Anthony, Billy Duffy from the Cult, Billy Gibbons from ZZ Top, Matt Sorum from G’n’R, Neal Schon from Journey, and more...

- Owns top-shelf tequila brand Cabo Wabo


** Artist access, exclusive content, and prizing available for high profile opportunities **

Christian Scott Gears Up For Live Debut Release

Grammy-nominated trumpeter Christian Scott will release his first-ever live CD/DVD, Live At Newport, on November 4th via Concord Jazz. The 2-disc features hit songs from his two previous releases, Rewind That and Anthem, plus five new tracks.

Check out the DVD trailer:

Erik Mongrain's Equilibrium In Stores Now

Acoustic guitar player Erik Mongrain’s latest release, Equilibrium, is in stores today via MVD.

Picking up where 2007's debut Fates left off, Equilibrium is the second release from Montreal’s acoustic guitar genius and YouTube sensation, 28-year-old Erik Mongrain, who’s captivated audiences around the globe with his signature lap tapping playing style. His YouTube videos have garnered over 4 million plays, and the self-taught guitarist has captured over a dozen YouTube International viewership awards.

Equilibrium features special guests Michael Manring and Bill Plummer, and was recorded at Paul Reed Smith's Dragon Studios in August 2008. Erik is set to tour the UK through November in support of Equilibrium.

Purchase at iTunes.

Purchase the CD.

Jimmy Demers Signed CD Giveaway at PopEntertainment

PopEntertainment.com is currently giving away signed copies of pop vocalist Jimmy Demers’ Concord Records debut, Dream A Little. The album features 13 classic songs that blend adult contemporary and smooth jazz to create Jimmy’s signature sound.

Enter now.

Lindsey Buckingham Interview + 5-Star Review @ AntiMusic

AntiMusic has posted a preview to their interview with Lindsey Buckingham, plus a review of his latest album, Gift Of Screws.

“Buckingham tunes into the Mac vibe right from the get-go, leading off the album with a mash-up of "Tusk" and "World Turning" called "Great Day." "Time Precious Time" features a haunting, breathy vocal as Buckingham contemplates the inevitability of aging while rapidly finger-picking his acoustic guitar, creating a sparkling waterfall of notes that slip by as quickly as the days of our lives.”
- Kevin Wierzbicki

Continue reading here.

Interview preview part 1 and part 2.

Lindsey Buckingham Tracks Featured At Download.com

You can check out three tracks from Lindsey Buckingham’s newly-released solo album, Gift Of Screws, including the first single, “Did You Miss Me,” now at Download.com.

Listen here!

Download Christian Scott’s “Died In Love” Mp3

Trumpeter Christian Scott will release Live At Newport on November 4th via Concord Jazz. His first live CD / DVD will feature his critically-acclaimed performance at the August 2008 festival, plus a behind-the-scenes DVD with bonus footage of Christian preparing for his performance.

You can download the free “Died In Love” mp3 here: http://otmg.net/pages/christian-scott

Tommy Emmanuel Brings Center Stage To DVD

World-renowned acoustic guitarist Tommy Emmanuel released Center Stage on DVD this week via Favored Nations Acoustic. The live concert DVD is an essential mix of new songs and fan favorites, and also includes four never-before recorded songs.

Filmed in eye-catching high definition, every element of modern technology was used in production, creating a stunning package, both aurally and visually.



Order Center Stage at Amazon.

Trumpeter Christian Scott To Release Live At Newport CD/DVD

Concord Jazz will release Christian Scott: Live At Newport on November 4th, the first-ever live album and DVD from critically acclaimed and Grammy-nominated 24-year-old trumpeter Christian Scott.

Recorded on August 9, 2008 at the JVC Newport Jazz Festival in Newport, RI, Live at Newport is the follow up to Christian’s sophomore release, Anthem, and his Grammy-nominated debut, Rewind That. The 2-disc set features new takes on songs, plus an all-access DVD with Christian’s live performance and rehearsal footage from Boston’s renowned Berklee School of Music just two days prior to the festival.

Hank Garland Film "Crazy" To Be Screened in Tennessee

Favored Nations will be holding screenings of the award-winning film Crazy, inspired by the life of guitar legend Hank Garland (Elvis, Roy Orbison, Marty Robbins).

Crazy will have a limited theatrical release — beginning October 17th — at Regal Theatres and Carmike Theatres in Nashville, TN and Malco Theatres in Memphis.

The film, which stars Waylon Payne (Walk The Line) as Hank Garland and Ali Larter (Heroes) as his wife, has been winning major festival awards throughout 2008.



For more information on Crazy, go to: http://www.crazy-themovie.com/

MPress Records Announces CMJ Showcases

MPress Records will be hosting two CMJ events this year, including MPressFest ‘08 on Wednesday, October 22nd, and Rachael Sage on Friday, October 24th.

MPressFest at Forum is an evening of music from Rachael Sage, Theo Eastwind, Todd Carey, Joy Askew and Tiff Randol. All artists have been featured on the MPress Records annual charity compilation series New Arrivals, and proceeds from New Arrivals Vol. 3 will benefit the National Eating Disorders Association.

MPress Records founder and New York songstress Rachael Sage will perform an official CMJ Showcase at Kenny’s Castaways in support of her latest release, Chandelier.

MPressFest ‘08: Artists For Eating Disorders Awareness
@ Forum On Wednesday October 22, 8:30 p.m. – 12 a.m.
127 Fourth Ave. (between 12th & 13th)

Rachael Sage
@ Kenny’s Castaways On Friday October 24, Midnight
157 Bleecker St. (between Thompson & Sullivan)

For more info on MPress’ CMJ showcases, go to: http://www.mpressrecords.com

Concord Music Group Launches imeem Page

Concord Music Group, whose catalog includes legendary labels such as Stax, Fantasty and Peak, has launched a page on music social networking site imeem. Filled with videos, playlists and photos, Concord invites users to enjoy some of their greatest artists.

As a leader in music social networking, imeem has created a platform for users to connect with friends and artists through music. Among the featured items on Concord’s page include videos by James Hunter and Creedence Clearwater Revival, as well as playlists including artists such as Nikka Costa, Sia and The Gabe Dixon Band.

You can visit Concord Music Group’s imeem page here: http://www.imeem.com/concordmusicgroup

OTMG Contest Updates

Apple QuickTime is featuring Lindsey Buckingham behind-the-scenes videos, providing a rare look into tracks from his latest release, Gift Of Screws.

Watch the videos and enter to win an autographed copy of the album here.

The Dirty Heads have teamed up with ARTISTDirect and are giving fans the chance to win a mega prize-pack that includes a snowboard, JVC car stereo, SanDisk card pre-loaded with music, and an autographed copy of their latest album, Any Port In A Storm.

Watch the video for “Stand Tall” and enter the contest here here.

Guitar Noize is also giving you the chance to score a Tommy Emmanuel prize pack, including Live At Her Majesty’s Theatre DVD, Center Stage CD, The Mystery, Endless Road, and his latest release, the live Center Stage DVD (in stores October 14th).

Enter here.

Sammy Hagar Gears Up For Cosmic Universal Fashion

Legendary rocker Sammy Hagar is gearing up for the release of his latest album, Cosmic Universal Fashion. The album hits stores November 18th, and you can check out a preview with his video for “Cosmic Universal Fashion,” which pays tribute to the classic Van Halen video for “Right Now.”

Dirty Heads Featured In Slide Superpoke! App On MySpace

Users of the MySpace application Superpoke! can now "go Driftin'" with each other while listening to The Dirty Heads.

With millions of users and billions of pokes sent, SuperPoke! is a social utility that lets you do things to your friends. You can hug, slap, kiss, poke, even throw sheep, amongst other things...

In addition, the track "Stand Tall" is a featured pick in their Slideshow application at http://www.slide.com

Lindsey Buckingham Videos + Contest At Apple QuickTime Guide

Apple QuickTime is currently featuring Lindsey Buckingham behind-the-scenes videos. Watch Lindsey give in-depth, personal take on songs from his latest album, Gift Of Screws.

One lucky winner will also receive a signed copy of Gift Of Screws, which is available now on Reprise Records.








Watch the videos here: http://otmg.net/qt/lb/lb.html

Apple QuickTime Guide Featuring The Dirty Heads' "Stand Tall"

The new video for The Dirty Heads’ latest single, “Stand Tall,” is now on Apple QuickTime Guide’s music page!

Watch the video here: http://otmg.net/qt/dh/qt.html

Enter to win a DH Prize Pack including a snowboard, JVC car stereo, and more at http://otmg.net/contests/dhad/index.html

The Dirty Heads’ debut, Any Port In A Storm is available now on Executive Music Group (Fontana / Universal).

More info at http://www.dirtyheads.com

Grammy-Nominated Keyboard Legend Jeff Lorber Makes Peak Records Debut

Pioneering composer, producer and contemporary Jazz keyboard legend Jeff Lorber makes his Peak Records debut this week with his new album Heard That.

Highlighted by the first single, a swinging, bluesy-brass twist on Amy Winehouse’s Grammy winning “Rehab,” Heard That features a typically vibrant Lorber all-star guest list, including the legendary Rex Rideout, trumpet great Rick Braun, guitarist Paul Jackson Jr., saxman Gary Meek, bassist Alex Al, trumpeter Ron King, guitarist Darrell Crooks and Peak label mate and sax icon Gerald Albright.

Lorber has been touring all throughout 2008 as part of ‘Guitars & Saxes’ with the likes of Gerald Albright, Peak label mate Jessy J, Jeff Golub and Peter White.

More info: Jeff Lorber's MySpace

Rachael Sage’s “Vertigo” Featured on imeem Music Page

Check out Rachael Sage’s video for her new single, “Vertigo,” currently being featured on music social networking site imeem’s music page! Directed by Joshua Katcher, “Vertigo” captures Rachael’s dark, eclectic style and imagination.

Check out her video here: http://www.imeem.com/music/

Lindsey Buckingham U.S. Tour Dates

Lindsey Buckingham is currently on the road promoting his latest album, Gift Of Screws, available now on Reprise Records. He’ll be touring through October in the following cities:



Fri, Sept 26 - Tulsa, OK - Brady Theatre
Sun, Sept 28 - Kansas City, MO - Uptown Theatre
Mon, Sept 29 - St Louis, MO - Pageant
Wed, Oct 1 - Cleveland, OH - House of Blues
Thu, Oct 2 - Chicago, IL - House of Blues
Sat, Oct 4 - Milwaukee, WI - Pabst Theatre
Sun, Oct 5 - Indianapolis, IN - Egyptian Theatre
Tue, Oct 7 - Hamilton, ON - Hamilton Place Theatre
Wed, Oct 8 - Toronto, ON - Danforth Music Hall
Fri, Oct 10 - Reading, PA - Sovereign PAC
Sat, Oct 11 - Atlantic City, NJ - Xanadu Theatre @ Trump Casino
Sun, Oct 12 - Lebanon, NH - The Lebanon Opera House
Tue, Oct 14 - Northampton, MA - Calvin Theatre
Wed, Oct 15 - Ridgefield, CT - Ridgefield Play House
Fri, Oct 17 - Boston, MA - Berklee Performing Arts
Sat, Oct 18 - Glenside, PA - Keswick Theater
Sun, Oct 19 - New York, NY - Nokia Live

Purchase Gift Of Screws at iTunes

Pop Vocalist Jimmy Demers Makes Concord Records Debut

Pop / Contemporary vocalist Jimmy Demers makes his Concord Records debut this week with Dream A Little. The album features 13 classics, including covers of Diane Warren’s “Nothing Hurts Like Love” and Cass Elliott’s “Dream A Little Dream Of Me.”

With a string of credits to his name, including backing vocals on albums from Cher to Garth Brooks, Jimmy has found his voice in his unique adult contemporary and smooth jazz sound.

The Dirty Heads Any Port In A Storm In Stores Today

The Dirty Heads full length debut, Any Port In A Storm, hits stores today via Executive Music Group (Fontana / Universal). The Southern California 4-piece deliver an authentic mix of reggae, hip hop, folk and pop rock to create their distinctive sound.

Official Site
Exclusive Video on imeem
MySpace

Featuring legendary Beatles collaborator Billy Preston in one of his final performances, Any Port In A Storm was produced by Sugar Ray drummer Stan Frazier and Steve Fox (Ashlee Simpson) and mixed by legendary Beastie Boys mixmeister Mario C.

Purchase on iTunes

Dirty Heads Full Album Listening Party & Contest At ARTISTdirect

ARTISTdirect is currently featuring The Dirty Heads’ debut full-length, Any Port In A Storm, in its entirety. Be among the first to listen to the album before hits stores tomorrow.

Listen HERE!

To celebrate the new Dirty Heads CD, the band has teamed up with ARTISTdirect, Signal Snowboards, JVC and SanDisk to give away a mega prize that includes a snowboard, car stereo, SanDisk SD card pre-loaded with music and an autographed copy of Any Port In A Storm.

Enter HERE!

The Dirty Heads’ “Stand Tall” Video Premieres Exclusively at imeem

SoCal rock/reggae/hip-hop outfit The Dirty Heads are premiering their new video, “Stand Tall,” today at music social networking site imeem.

The video features cameos from P.O.D.’s Traa Daniels, Max Hodges from TMZ, Survivor winner Rupert Boneham and Indie 103.1 reggae host Native Wayne.

Watch the video here: http://imeem.com/video

Tommy Emmanuel Returns To Center Stage With Live Concert DVD

World-renowned Australian guitarist Tommy Emmanuel will release Center Stage, a live concert DVD on October 14th via Favored Nations Acoustic.

The full-length concert DVD follows the recent release of the Center Stage double CD, both having been recorded live for the PBS television series “Sierra Center Stage.” Filmed in eye-catching high definition, every element of modern technology was used in production, creating a stunning package, both aurally
and visually.

The Center Stage DVD is an essential mix of new songs and fan favorites from Emmanuel’s previous Favored Nations Acoustic releases; The Mystery & Endless Road. Also included are four never-before recorded songs - “Ruby’s Eyes,” “Jolly Swagman,” “Lenny Bro” and “Papa George” (inspired by George Harrison), which showcase Emmanuel’s stunning six-string abilities, as well as popular traditional tunes “House of the Risin’ Sun” and “Amazing Grace.”

Lindsey Buckingham’s Gift Of Screws In Stores Today

Lindsey Buckingham’s latest album, Gift Of Screws, hits stores today on Reprise Records. Buckingham’s fifth solo album unites the broad appeal he showed as the main musical force behind Fleetwood Mac, with Mick Fleetwood and John McVie providing an unmistakable foundation on several songs.

“What it all means is simple: that Buckingham is not only still relevant, but he’s also a pioneer in terms of craft, execution, and production, and has plenty to teach the current generation about making excellent records and never resting on your laurels. Gift of Screws is a standout even in his catalog.” - Thom Jurek, The Allmusic Blog

Read the rest of Allmusic’s review here!

Dirty Heads To Premiere “Stand Tall” Video Exclusively On imeem Friday, 9.19

Music social networking site imeem will hold an exclusive music video premiere of The Dirty Heads’ new video, “Stand Tall,” this Friday, September 19th. The video features cameos from P.O.D.’s Traa Daniels, Max Hodges from TMZ, Survivor winner Rupert Boneham and Indie 103.1 reggae host Native Wayne.

The Dirty Heads’ debut, Any Port In A Storm, hits stores next Tuesday, September 23rd via Executive Music Group/Universal. AOL and Artist Direct will both stream the album in its entirety during release week.

Rachael Sage Prize Pack Giveaway At Kitten Lounge

Fashion and beauty site Kitten Lounge is giving away two Rachael Sage prize packs! Prizing includes a signed copy of Rachael’s latest CD, Chandelier, a signed Chandelier poster, a copy of Rachael’s Blistering Sun CD, and a Rachael Sage T-shirt.

Leave a comment by next Tuesday, September 23rd for your chance to win.

Enter now: http://kittenlounge.onsugar.com/2023517

Rachael Sage Featured on Eyespot’s Video Mix

New York City songstress Rachael Sage is now being featured on Eyespot’s mixable videos, where fans can create their own version of her latest video, “Vertigo,” using video footage and photos.

http://eyespot.com/mixables/RachaelSage

One lucky winner will receive a Rachael Sage prize pack containing a signed copy of her latest album, Chandelier, a signed Chandelier poster, a signed copy of Rachael’s CD The Blistering Sun, a Rachael Sage T-shirt, buttons, stickers and even Rachael Sage candy!

Plus, the winning video will be featured on Rachael’s website!

Get your mixes in by October 9th.

The Dirty Heads’ “Stand Tall” Now Available At iTunes

Check out the The Dirty Heads’ latest single, “Stand Tall,” now at iTunes.

The new reggae-influenced single is from the band’s debut full-length, Any Port In A Storm — out September 23rd on Executive Music Group (Universal).

Download now at iTunes.

Aaron Parks’ Invisible Cinema Is #1 Album At RadioIO

Pianist / Composer Aaron Parks’ Invisible Cinema is the #1 album at RadioIO Real Jazz. His Blue Note debut is setting a new standard for Jazz piano expression, and garnering attention from Jazz critics and fans alike.

For more on Aaron: http://www.myspace.com/aparksmusic

Lindsey Buckingham To Release Gift Of Screws Sept. 16th

Legendary songwriter / guitarist Lindsey Buckingham is set to release his fifth solo album, Gift Of Screws, on September 16th via Reprise Records.

The album features Fleetwood Mac alumni Mick Fleetwood and John McVie, and while it is an extension of Buckingham’s Fleetwood Mac legacy, Gift of Screws is a rocking complement to his previous solo works and showcases his noted virtuosity as a guitarist, singer and writer.

Gift of Screws was produced by Buckingham, with the exception of two songs co-produced with Rob Cavallo (Green Day, Dave Matthews Band). Lindsey will tour the U.S. in support of Gift Of Screws through September and October.

Tour Dates
Sun, Sept 7 - Saratoga, CA - Mountain Winery
Tue, Sept 9 - Seattle, WA - Moore Theatre
Wed, Sept 10 - Portland, OR - Newmark Theatre
Fri, Sept 12 - Lake Tahoe, NV - Harrah's Casino
Sat, Sept 13 - San Francisco - Palace of Fine Arts
Sun, Sept 14 - Los Angeles, CA - Royce Hall
Tue, Sept 16 - San Diego, CA - Humphreys
Thu, Sept 18 - Phoenix, AZ - The Orpheum Theatre
Fri, Sept 19 - Anaheim, CA - The Grove of Anaheim
Sat, Sept 20 - Las Vegas, NV - The Joint
Mon, Sept 22 - Salt Lake City, UT - Depot
Wed, Sept 24 - Denver, CO - Opera House
Fri, Sept 26 - Tulsa, OK - Brady Theatre
Sun, Sept 28 - Kansas City, MO - Uptown Theatre
Mon, Sept 29 - St Louis, MO - Pageant
Wed, Oct 1 - Cleveland, OH - House of Blues
Thu, Oct 2 - Chicago, IL - House of Blues
Sat, Oct 4 - Milwaukee, WI - Pabst Theatre
Sun, Oct 5 - Indianapolis, IN - Egyptian Theatre
Tue, Oct 7 - Hamilton, ON - Hamilton Place Theatre
Wed, Oct 8 - Toronto, ON - Danforth Music Hall
Fri, Oct 10 - Reading, PA - Sovereign PAC
Sat, Oct 11 - Atlantic City, NJ - Xanadu Theatre @ Trump Casino
Sun, Oct 12 - Lebanon, NH - The Lebanon Opera House
Tue, Oct 14 - Northampton, MA - Calvin Theatre
Wed, Oct 15 - Ridgefield, CT - Ridgefield Play House
Fri, Oct 17 - Boston, MA - Berklee Performing Arts
Sat, Oct 18 - Glenside, PA - Keswick Theater
Sun, Oct 19 - New York, NY - Nokia Live

Grammy-Nominated Keyboard Legend Jeff Lorber Set To Make Peak Records Debut

On September 30th, pioneering composer, producer and contemporary Jazz keyboard legend Jeff Lorber is set to make his Peak Records debut with his new album Heard That.

Highlighted by the first single, a swinging, bluesy-brass twist on Amy Winehouse’s Grammy winning “Rehab,” Heard That features a typically vibrant Lorber all-star guest list, including trumpet great Rick Braun, guitarist Paul Jackson Jr., saxman Gary Meek, bassist Alex Al, trumpeter Ron King, guitarist Darrell Crooks and Peak label mate and sax icon Gerald Albright.

Lorber has been touring all throughout 2008 as part of ‘Guitars & Saxes’ with the likes of Gerald Albright, Peak label mate Jessy J, Jeff Golub and Peter White.

Aaron Parks Signed CD Giveaway at The Celebrity Café

The Celebrity Café is giving away three signed copies of Aaron Parks’ Blue Note debut, Invisible Cinema.

Deadline to enter is September 30th.

Enter now at The Celebrity Cafe!

Monterey Jazz Festival Giveaway At All About Jazz & Jazz Corner

All About Jazz and Jazz Corner are giving music fans a chance to win Concord Music Group’s newly released collection of Monterey Jazz Festival recordings. The six legendary albums spotlight some of the festival’s most iconic performances; deadline to enter is September 29th.

Enter the giveaway at All About Jazz here & enter the Jazz Corner giveaway here!

The Monterey Jazz Festival collection includes...

Dave Brubeck: 50 Years of Dave Brubeck
Live at the Monterey Jazz Festival 1958-2007

Art Blakey and the Giants of Jazz
Live at the Monterey 1972 Jazz Festival

Cal Tjader: The Best of Cal Tjader
Live at the Monterey Jazz Festival, 1958-1980

Shirley Horn
Live at the 1994 Monterey Jazz Festival

Tito Puente & His Orchestra
Live at the 1977 Monterey Jazz Festival

Jimmy Witherspoon featuring Robben Ford
Live at the 1972 Monterey Jazz Festival

Aaron Parks Debuts at #9 on Jazz Week

Congratulations to Aaron Parks, whose Blue Note debut, Invisible Cinema, debuted at #9 on Jazz Week! Some other notable radio chart positions for Invisible Cinema include:

• #1 "MOST ADDED" JAZZ WEEK
• #2 "INCREASED AIRPLAY"
• #2 "MOST ADDED" CMJ JAZZ!
• DEBUTS #14 CMJ JAZZ TOP-40!

More info on Invisible Cinema here.

Jimmy Demers Set To Make Concord Debut With Dream A Little on Sept. 23rd

Jimmy Demers is set to make his Concord Records debut on September 23rd with Dream A Little - a collection of 13 classic songs that blend his unique adult contemporary and smooth jazz sound.

Dream A Little is decorated with industry heavyweights including multi-award winning and legendary songwriterDiane Warren; a fan of Jimmy’s since the beginning. After hearing Jimmy's recording of her song, “Nothing Hurts Like Love,” Diane said, “Jimmy has turned my song into an instant classic!” Another sentimental jewel on Dream A Little is the song that inspired the name of the album, “Dream a Little Dream of Me” - a Cass Elliott classic featuring the voice of Jimmy’s late mother and Mama Cass' daughter, Owen Elliott.

With a string of credits to his name, including backing vocals on albums from Cher to Garth Brooks, Dream A Little has been a work in progress since Jimmy first began singing at 4 years old. Demers has also garnered praise in the Darfur Activist community for being the first person to wear a Team Darfur sweatband in China while singing at the closing ceremonies of the 2007 Special Olympics in Shanghai.

"As a singer, I have come to accept my role on stage as a temporary opportunity to make a lasting impression.” – Jimmy Demers

“Well, this was a pleasure because I enjoyed writing for Jimmy as much as I did for Ray Charles.” – Victor Vanacore, Grammy Award winning arranger