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Jesse Royal Taps Vybz Kartel for 'Rich Forever'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - April 16, 2021 This cross-genre collaboration between both artists unifies people's differences to support a common goal - to be “forever royal.” It serves as a reminder of the internal strength and mental fortitude human beings possess, which prepares them for success in a society designed for their failure....
Linda Perry Releases Music For The First Time in 15 Years
by Sarah Jae Leiber - March 25, 2021 Perry, best known for her groundbreaking song-writing career for artists such as Pink, Adelle, Christina Aguilera, etc. has now set her sights on film and tv lending her musical prowess to two significant documentaries. ...
Toots & The Maytals' 'Freedom Train' Gets Remixed by Samantha Ronson
by Sarah Jae Leiber - March 12, 2021 Ahead of the 63rd Annual GRAMMY Awards where Toots and The Maytals are nominated for Best Reggae Album, Trojan Jamaica continue to honor the late and legendary Toots Hibbert with a stellar remix from Samantha Ronson and Pete Nappi of 'Freedom Train,' a fan favorite....
Trojan Jamaica & BMG Release Re-Imagining of 'Got To Be Tough'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - February 05, 2021 Today, Trojan Jamaica/BMG officially released the powerful Until The Ribbon Breaks' re-imagination of Toots and The Maytals' 'Got To Be Tough' (the title track of the album released in August via Trojan Jamaica / BMG). ...
BOB MARLEY: LEGACY Documentary Series Continues Today
by Sarah Jae Leiber - November 02, 2020 Today, episode seven of Bob Marley's Legacy documentary series continues with 'Freedom Fighter,'a powerful new short featuring insight and interviews from some of the world's most respected artists, writers, activists, and filmmakers....
CBS Announces New One-Hour Concert Special PLAY ON: CELEBRATING THE POWER OF MUSIC TO MAKE CHANGE
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 28, 2020 CBS announced today a new one-hour concert special, PLAY ON: CELEBRATING THE POWER OF MUSIC TO MAKE CHANGE, to be broadcast Saturday, Dec. 5 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network and available to stream live on CBS All Access....
Until the Ribbon Breaks Re-Imagines 'Got To Be Tough'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 28, 2020 Until The Ribbon Breaks has released a remix and accompanying video for legendary Jamaican musical pioneers Toots and The Maytals' hit single 'Got To Be Tough' (the title track of the album released in August via Trojan Jamaica / BMG). ...
Bob Marley Limited-Edition LP Series Available Dec. 11
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 09, 2020 Today, UMe and Tuff Gong announce three new and exclusive limited-edition collector series coming later this year....
BOB MARLEY: LEGACY Documentary Series Continues Today
by Sarah Jae Leiber - September 04, 2020 Today, episode six of Bob Marley's Legacy documentary series continues with Ride Natty Ride,' a visual celebration of what Bob Marley and his music means to the surf and skateboarding community worldwide....
Recording Academy Presents Its District Advocate Day
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 12, 2020 Today, the Recording Academy, which represents the interests of all music creators, will unite thousands of its members across the country with their senators and congressional representatives as a part of the Academy's 7th annual District Advocate Day — the largest nationwide day of advocacy for mu...
Toots And The Maytals Unveil New Video For 'Warning Warning'
by Kaitlin Milligan - July 23, 2020 Legendary Jamaican artist Frederick 'Toots' Hibbert today unveils a poignant video for his new single 'Warning Warning',...
Willie Nelson's 4th Of July Picnic To Air As Hybrid Concert Film
by Kaitlin Milligan - June 26, 2020 As Luck would have it... we're bringing Willie Nelson's annual 4th of July Picnic to the people this year; part Picnics past, part what's to come, and all in the spirit of the Picnic's storied history....
Leilani Wolfgramm Releases New Single & Lyric Video For 'The Flame'
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 20, 2020 Female artist Leilani Wolfgramm has signed with tastemaker label Island Empire for the release of her brand new single and lyric video for 'The Flame' - watch below!...
Michael Frick Named Vice President of Brand Partnerships & Creative Synch For Position Music
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 02, 2020 Tyler Bacon, CEO/Founder of Position Music, announced that Michael Frick, co-founder of the music production and synchronization company Mophonics, has been named VP, Brand Partnerships & Creative Synch. An industry veteran with deep expertise connecting advertising agencies, creative teams, and bra...
High Sierra Music Festival Announces Ziggy Marley, The Disco Biscuits, Lukas Nelson, and More
by Sarah Jae Leiber - February 27, 2020 Celebrating its 30th year in 2020, High Sierra Music Festival is continuing to add to its milestone-year party, returning to Quincy, CA, on July 2-5, 2020. Today's lineup addition appeals to as broad a range of fans as ever before, all the while keeping true to High Sierra's legacy; an environment t...
Line-Up Announced for 2020 KCRW's World Festival at the Hollywood Bowl
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 18, 2020 The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association announced the line-up for the 2020 KCRW's World Festival at the Hollywood Bowl. The successful collaboration between KCRW and the Los Angeles Philharmonic Association, now in its 21st year, launches Sunday, June 28, at 7PM....
Jake Shimabukuro Releases New Album 'Trio'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - February 11, 2020 Jake Shimabukuro has been redefining what the ukulele is capable of for the last 20 years, and on 14 February 2020, he returns with his new album 'Trio,' his first on Music Theories Recordings, a division of Mascot Label Group....
Mrs. Henry Announces Spring Tour
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 10, 2020 San Diego band Mrs. Henry is excited to announce their Spring Tour and Mrs. Henry Presents Music of the Band....
The Lifted Remix Hooked Like Helen's 'Tear This Place Apart'
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 07, 2019 US producers The Lifted have been drafted for a remix of Hooked Like Helen's 'Tear This Place Apart' set for release on 27 September via Stipp Manor Music. The Lifted boast over 5 million Spotify plays to date and garnered serious traction with their track 'Mr. Sandman (feat. Ashliann)' which was re...
FIJI Drops New Album LOVE & ROOTS
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 10, 2019 Polynesian recording artist Fiji dropped his newest album 'Love & Roots' on Friday, September 6th with Mensch House Records. Fiji (AKA George Veikoso ) is one of the most dynamic entertainers the Pacific Rim has produced, and continues to be one of the most influential artists in contemporary Island...
Vida Blue Announce First Album In 15 Years
by Tori Hartshorn - July 23, 2019 Vida Blue - Page McConnell - keyboard, vocals (Phish), Oteil Burbridge - bass (Dead & Company, Allman Brothers Band), Russell Batiste - drums (The Meters), and Adam Zimmon - guitar (Ziggy Marley, Shakira) -- has announced the release of their first album in 15 years. CROSSING LINES arrives digitally...
Bright Light Low Releases Eponymous EP
by Kaitlin Milligan - July 01, 2019 With a voice equal parts rich honey and delicate velvet, acclaimed singer-songwriter Renee Stahl and her collaborative partner and producer Tom Rossi will soon see the release of their eponymous debut EP, Bright Light Low, being released June 28....
Alt-Pop Duo Hooked Like Helen Share New Single 'Tear This Place Apart'
by Kaitlin Milligan - April 25, 2019 Alt-Pop duo Hooked Like Helen has shared their new single 'Tear This Place Apart' on the 26th April, lifted from their upcoming EP, Tragedy Of Physics set for release on 31st May via Stipp Manor Music. Co-produced alongside Grammy award-winning mixer, engineer and producer Isha Erskine (Ziggy Marley...
Position Music Signs Michael Franti To Worldwide Publishing Deal
by Kaitlin Milligan - April 23, 2019 Tyler Bacon, President & CEO of Position Music, today announced the signing of singer, songwriter, poet, filmmaker and humanitarian Michael Franti to a publishing deal with the Los Angeles based company. Through this new arrangement, Position Music will work closely with Michael to maximize opportu...
Jake Najor and The Moment's New LP Out 3/29
by Tori Hartshorn - March 22, 2019 Over the past twenty years, when musicians and producers in Southern California have needed fresh R&B, funk, or hip hop beats, they've called on drummer Jake Najor. A former bandmember of Breakestra, Incredible Moses Leroy, and The Styletones, Najor has performed or recorded with scores of noteworth... |