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Description: Sonny and Cher if they had played dance pop rock
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Formed in 2008, Radagun has quickly become one of the hottest bands on the underground pop-rock circuit, and their presence is in demand throughout the country. Their dynamic stage show - and Ortiz's undeniable charisma and microphone presence - has won them fans wherever they've performed.
Radagun was started by husband and wife Todd Low and Aimee Ortiz Low in Fresno, California in September of 2008. The band went through several member changes during their first year, before finally deciding to use hire-on musicians for live shows and keep the face of the band as just the two of them. Throughout the changes they have continued to build a strong fan base. Radagun's songs impressed the programmer for the Fresno morning show Great Day, which airs on KMPH Fox 26, and he immediately booked them for the show. On January 30, 2009, only having been a band for four months, Radagun made their television debut, with a performance reaching nearly 300,000 viewers. The performance was met with rave reviews, and Radagun was given an open invitation to return to the station anytime.
Radagun continued to promote themselves with television commercials for their first headlining show in March of 2009 at Kuppajoe Cafe in Fresno. The show was ten people shy of being sold out, bringing them the closest any band has ever come to selling out that venue. They immediately had the attention of every venue and booking agent in central California, and became the feature of several local newspapers, magazines and blogs. The spring and summer of 2009 proved favorable for Radagun, as they appeared in the May 2009 issue of Alternative Press Magazine, and their music video for their single Runaway received rotation on Fuse TV, MTV Latin America, and Billboard.com.
In June of 2009 Radagun relocated to Jacksonville, Florida and wasted no time taking over northeast Florida. Their first show in Jacksonville took place in July of 2009 at The Jacksonville Landing to a crowd of over 300 people.
Most recently, Radagun recorded a demo in Atlanta, Georgia, with platinum record producers Zack Odom and Kenneth Mount [All Time Low, The Fray, Jimmy Eat World]. With songs that are edgy, hooky, and instantly memorable Radagun has already began receiving radio airplay nationwide on college and indie stations.
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA (January, 15 2010) – Jacksonville band Radagun has teamed up with Guitar It Up For Girls to give away a Daisy Rock Heartbreaker Debutante guitar for Valentines Day.
Radagun has once again teamed up with GuitarItUpForGirls.com for a guitar giveaway. This Valentines Day one lucky winner will receive a Daisy Rock Heartbreaker Debutane short scale guitar as well as a ton of Radagun merch just by dropping their name off at GuitarItUpForGirls.com.
"It's something that would be really cool for anyone to win," says lead singer Aimee Ortiz, "Even if you're a guy, you have a little sister or niece that would be thrilled to get it, or you might just like collecting crazy guitars."
Enter the drawing by visiting GuitarItUpForGirls.com/giveaway. If you live in the Jacksonville, Florida area, catch Radagun at Freebird Live in Jacksonville Beach January 23rd. Visit www.myspace.com/radagun for details and to learn more about Radagun.
Description: With influences ranging from modern day icons to heroes of generations past, "Futures In Black And White" brings to life a mature sound which defies the tender age of its members, and bridges the gap between young and old.
Biography: As the curtain began to fall on 2008, four Sydney teenagers nearing the end of their secondary education completed the line-up to their long time band aspirations with the arrival of a new singer straight from the UK. Finally combining their ambitions and passion 'Futures in Black and White' were born. You've probably heard it all before, 5 young guys who love playing music together having the time of their lives... however this is not your usual cliche. With influences ranging from modern day icons to heroes of generations past, "Futures In Black And White" brings to life a mature sound which defies the tender age of its members, and bridges the gap between young and old. Having released their debut EP in November 09, and blowing audiences away across Australia with their infectious blend of Indie Pop/Rock the boyhood dreaming is over... and finally... THE FUTURE IS HERE!!!
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Futures In Black And White are pleased to announce that their long awaited debut EP is due for worldwide release on the 1st of November 2009. Produced by Matt Bragg and containing 6 tracks, the raw energetic style of "Futures" has been perfectly captured and brings to life a mature sound which defies the tender age of its members. With influences ranging from modern day icons such as The Killers, to heroes of generations past like The Cure, this EP bridges the gap between young and old. THE FUTURE IS HERE... and it never looked so Black and White!
Description: Hip Hop / R&B / Pop Singer. I try and plant the Europe twist and touch in my songs but love the Hip Hop side of the music industry. I love to dance and sing as you can hear from the song and its my escape as the track spins.
Biography: Born to a professional vocalist, Andrea is a nutrual born singer. Destined for great things as she began singing in public at the young age of four; from that moment on she fell in love with singing and realized her dreams. Andrea was born in Bosina, but left soon after . Wanting to pursue her big dreams of becoming a professional singer, her family decided to move to the United States after spending seven years in Germany. Her mother is the biggest inspiration in her life, being her vocal coach and best friend. Andrea is on the MIGKRUMP record label and as she continues to follow her dreams. It will soon be noticed that Andrea brings it on every show and recording.
I was also inspired by singers like Modanna, Mariah Carey and Whitney Houston. I write my own lyrics and I find that the best songs come from the heart. I find inspiration from my own life and those close to me. I have accumulated over 500 different songs in many different styles.
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Hot New Utah Label 'MIGKRUMP' releases new single featuring MIGKRUMP recording artist Andrea Tomic
November 16, 2009 - Salt Lake City Utah– Newly signed recording artist Andrea Tomic has released a new sngle titled "Searching For Love" for the holiday season. The new single is sultry and exciting. Andrea truely brings it on this one. The new single was produced by a well know Gospel Rapper Flexx, Gods Hit Man. Flexx has been in the music business for many years and now has teamed up with Andrea Tomic to give us a single that appears to be destined to be one of the Christmas favorite singles.
The new single can be heard on Iheartradio.com. You can also get "Searching For Love " at Walmart,Graywhale and FYE.
Andrea's sultry and melodic voice reigns supreme on this new single. Andrea's musical style is all her own.
About Andrea:
Born to a professional vocalist, Andrea is a nutrual born singer. Destined for great things she began singing in public at the young age of four; from that moment on hse fell in love with singing and realized her dreams. Adrea was born in Bosina, but left soon after . Wanting to pursue her big dreams of becoming a professional singer, her family decided to move to the United States after spending seven years in Germany. Her mother is the biggest inspiration in her life, being her vocal coach and best friend. Andrea is on the MIGKRUMP record label and as she continues to follow her dreams. It will soon be noticed that Andrea brings it on every show and recording.
Biography: Diversifyd is.....
feel good music incorporating the sound of Reggae, Jazz, Rock, Soul and Rhythm & Blues. After listening to this unbelievable CD you will no doubt play it over and over again. You will be rockin steady all night long!
"We're trying to say that you can be unique", quote Diversifyd. "That you can be catchy without being corny, poppy without being pop, and you can be uplifting without preaching. We want to be a reaction to all emotions".
Chad Makihele, who wrote most of the lyrics and arranged the tracks, plays bass/rhythm guitar and produced the album. Grew up with a background of music ranging from reggae, rock, pop to alternative music. Lieni Makihele arranged most of the vocals and has a background of music from pop, jazz and rhythm and blues. John Naki plays the drums and also arranged songs on the album. He grew up with island music, choir and oldies. Sione Malimali plays the percussions and has music background in roots reggae and was also a member of the 90's reggae group called "Mission Irie" where he was known as "Baby Rasta". Marcus Snapp who plays the lead guitar, has his background in funk, neo soul, rock and alternative music. Finally we have Jelani Jones who plays the keyboard and has toured with "The Bonedaddys"
This group was finally put together in 2008 after going through different band members and performing with different bands for over 6yrs, now coming together with this new feel good music as they call it "Jazzy Reggae with a hint of R&B"
Project_M@G is a new up and coming magazine from Chesapeake Virginia, the magazine was created to support local musicians not only from Virginia but from everywhere in the world, not only do we support music, but we also support artists from everywhere and of all sorts, as well as photography. we also have a few surprises here and there along with some stunts that were just fun to do. I personally hate how everyone i meet on an everyday basis is just a different shade of gray from the other person so we look for those individuals who aren't afraid to be different we support "craziness" of all kinds if you have anything you would like to have put in the magazine please and thank you leave us a message we will get to you as soon as we can. we here at Project_M@G hope you all enjoy what we have to offer. get at us at myspace.com/deadincorporated on AIM shdwolfe, or on stickam at Zombie757
Description: Amazing New Rock Band Debut Album is Complete. Kick start 2009 with WYLDSKY!
Biography: WYLDSKY was founded by front man and guitarist extraordinaire, Tyler Nelson in 2006.
Tyler is a seasoned musician and song writer. While playing guitars (electric and acoustic) for the legendary rock band Great White – performing benefit concerts for the families of the victims who died in The Station fire in Rhode Island – he was contacted by Ivan Gospich, founder of Mandatory Music Group. Ivan offered him a contract to make a CD and Tyler accepted. Tyler then started putting together an amazing ensemble of musicians; the formation of WYLDSKY.
Michael Lesniak, an extremely diverse percussionist with a passion for complex jazz-fusion styles, was the first to be contacted by Tyler, as Tyler had always maintained that Michael was the best drummer he had ever seen and had the pleasure of working with. After Michael came aboard, Tyler was introduced to blues and jazz legend, bass guitarist Steve Evans. At the time, Steve was touring with Blues cat Coco Montoya and was also working with legends such as Rick Derringer and Pat Travers. Steve had wanted to meet Tyler and hear his music. Their meeting took place in San Francisco at the famous Blues club “The Saloon,” where they jammed together for hours. After that, Steve was also on board for the self titled debut CD of WYLDSKY.
These musicians are truly amazing. Tyler is a guitar virtuoso who seamlessly transitions from any stringed instrument. Many compare his style to Jeff Beck. Tyler also has a very potent and soulful voice, and sings his heart out – even at the rehearsals – which inspires the rest of the band to perform at their full potential every time they get together. Some fans liken Tyler to Jimi Hendrix, as he is very experimental: On one occasion he threw a Fender amplifier into a bathtub to see if any of the sounds it produced could be used on one of his songs! Michael’s talent on drums is like listening to the late great John Bonham, and Trilok Gurtu rolled into one – such grace and power in his playing. Steve can master any type of bass – stand-up, 5-, 6-string or even fretless – and his intricate yet consciously thunderous style is mesmerizing. To see these guys play live is not to be missed!
WYLDSKY’s debut is a dynamic CD where no two songs sound the same and every song is a great original. Tyler’s journey and experiences throughout his life were captured poetically in his lyrics. Songs like Next World, Dog Daze and Comin’ On are edgy hard rock/metal, while Where You Belong and My Baby are feel-good rock songs everyone can relate to. Moving inspirational rock ballads are also included with Rendezvous and Nightmare and a Dream. Reviewers have compared their sound to Led Zeppelin, Guns ‘n’ Roses, Black Crowes, Soundgarden, Aerosmith, ZZ Top, Van Halen and Pink Floyd.
The debut CD from WYLDSKY offers something for everyone, covering all facets of great rock!
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WYLDSKY's debut CD's just arrived from pressing on 01/09/09, and these guys are starting to take flight. They have already had 3 of their harder tunes debuted on Morris Communications' “Head Bangers Ball” here in California and the program director there stated it was the best new rock music she has heard in years, and this past week we have had many major radio stations both in the US and Europe contact us via the web for CD's to start playing them, because of a myspace page we put up for them last month, i.e. www.MySpace.com/WYLDSKY
All of us here at Mandatory Music Group Inc. are extremely excited to be launching this debut album. A very dynamic album where no two songs sound the same and feature fantastic messages and musicianship. Songs like ‘Next World’, 'Dog Daze' & ‘Comin' on’ are nail-biting hard rock and others like ‘Where you belong" & "My Baby" that are feel good rock songs everyone can relate too, and moving inspirational songs like ‘Rendezvous’ and ‘Nightmare and Dream’ that all facets of music listeners will grasp. Every song is great!
You can find more info on their website: www.WYLDSKY.com or their EPK: http://mandatorymusic.com/EPK which is currently incomplete, because press has not even had the opportunity to review them yet ;-)
Description: Heavy, melodic - driven progressive rock / bi-coastal lineup (NY & LA) feat. Chris Wyse of The Cult
Biography: Owl is a rock band featuring three exceptionally talented rock musicians who have joined together to create something that is more than the sum of its individual parts. The band is a collaboration between bassist/singer Chris Wyse (The Cult), drummer Dan Dinsmore (The Clay People), and guitarist Jason Mezilis (Your Horrible Smile). Wyse and Dinsmore met growing up in New York and have now realized their dream of playing in a band together. Local Los Angeles luminary Mezilis rounds out the line-up.
Owl is the brainchild of Wyse, who wrote and produced the album. It was recorded at Matt Sorum's DRAC Studios in Los Angeles and produced and mixed in various locations on the east and west coasts. Owl is out now on New York-based indie label Overit Records.
Currently the bassist for The Cult, Wyse has performed with an array of rock's elite such as one-time roommate Jerry Cantrell, celebrity super group Camp Freddy, producer Bob Rock and as one-half of Ozzy Osbourne's rhythm section alongside ex-Faith No More drummer Mike Bordin. Wyse's skills are also on display in the documentary "Some Kind Of Monster" during his Metallica audition. Featuring his patented stand-up bass, unique and almost conjuring-like bowing style and on-stage intensity, Owl is more than just Wyse's side project. The band is a labor of love.
"Owl is the kind of band I would want to hear," says Wyse of the band's blend of song craft and prog-rock musicianship. "We want to deliver and have people be emotionally moved. We try to dazzle with our chops to create a kind of fantasy world as a passage to lure you in."
Of the band's synergy, Dinsmore observes, "From the very first time we played together, we felt an incredible vibe." Mezilis agrees, "The band clicked instantly. The first note we hit felt like a gunshot. It was electric."
The album boasts an eclectic mix of sounds and themes crafted outside the norms of the traditional modern rock record format. An instrumental piece serves to bookend the songs on the album, thereby encasing the listener inside a musical journey. Mezilis explains, "This record takes you someplace special."
Owl's first single, "Pusher" co-written with songwriter/producer Marti Fredriksen (Aerosmith, Eminem) and "More on Drugs," Wyse's doom-laden, sometimes apocalyptic visions border on psychedelia, with the former's insistence that sex can be every bit as powerful an addiction and the latter's blast at TV ads touting legal pharmaceuticals and their long list of side effects. He rails against society's dogmas and hypocrisies.
"Our music's not really that dark," says Wyse. "We're just unveiling places you might not want to go. It's all about the art and provoking discussion. Owl provides a platform for us to share our musical vision."
"Waves" features Mezilis' self-described dirt-rock guitar sound and Dinsmore's tribal percussion with a coda that segues from muezzin-like Middle Eastern chanting and chilling screams into an all-out psychedelic rave-up, recalling Led Zeppelin at its most mystical. "Sky Rocket" is an evocative, dreamy ballad while "Violent Center" creates a truly original sound with its unorthodox compositional form and atonal, mind bending-yet-structured layered approach to 9/4 time signature. The Pink Floyd-influenced art-rock of "Ghost in the Starlight" is a beautiful, epic story about a female spirit from the 1920's that haunted a house Wyse lived in on Wonderland Avenue, in the famed creative mecca of Laurel Canyon. "Apples" ominously recalls tales from adventures on the Sunset Strip rock scene, "Preacher Man" is a bold-faced critique of organized religion and "No Light" documents the struggle to find meaning in life.
Dinsmore states, "Owl is the culmination of everything I've done musically and ever wanted to do. It's what I've been working towards my whole life."
Wyse concludes, "True artists don't wait around for the industry to tell them what they're supposed to play. The artist has to be the hub around which everything else revolves. Owl is all about the music."
Description: Indie/Alt/Rock/Experimental/Electronic. Influenced by Death Cab For Cutie, Phoenix, The Postal Service, Owl City, Playradioplay, Modest Mouse, Arcade Fire, & many more! I don't limit myself to a specific genre. I write what I like to hear.
Biography: Ian Vidovic was born in Pasadena, Ca. in January, 1988. He now lives in Battle Ground, Washington. He has been playing drums since he was 1 ½ years old. He has many musical influences in his life which includes his father, who plays bass and his mom, who sings. Ian was in a hardcore band and now is fully pursuing his solo career.
Ian Vidovic develops projects, similar to short stories, with every chapter being a song – all relevant and related to the premise of the novel. He writes clusters of songs that reference certain times in his life or of situations going on in his life. His emotions and thought process are prevalent in his music. His heart is genuine and pure, trying to bring hope to those who are in darkness and loneliness.
Listen to some of his songs. Listen to all of his songs. You wouldn’t be able to find one that doesn’t bring inspiration and hope. His music becomes part of your soul. The sounds of layered guitar with wonderful harmonies, lyrics and that story line, is ever so present. The mix of electronic and acoustic are even better. The flow is perfect This technique that Ian has created leaves him galaxies above anyone else. It is his signature sound – unmistakable to anyone else. He is unique, his music is unique and I truly look forward to hearing this new song.
Ian has no plans to tour at this time. It would be a challenge since he wouldn’t be able to re-produce that layered sound. It is clear to me that the ability to create that special music as it is intended to be heard wouldn’t be possible if he were to play live.
Roads- In Nature... & Growing Up. NOW ON iTUNES, Amazon Mp3, Napster, Limewire, Rhapsody, & Myspace Music.
It would be in your best interest to listen to his inspirational music for yourself. You can log onto any of the following websites to either listen to and/or purchase tunes available.
This is music from both projects from
A Season's Slumber
Roads
Kama Linden is a fireball of energy, passion, and versatility. This gutsy
lyricist catches you (and catches you off guard) with her edgy lyrics and voice
(Easier, If Looks Could Kill), lulls you in with SMOOTH vocals (You’ve Forgotten
Me), and has you grooving with sultry sounds that are undeniably her own (Better
Late Than Never, Been There Done That, All About), which when performed live,
have gathered many a crowd at various festivals (NASHVILLE SONGWRITER’S
FESTIVAL 2008, Halstead Street Market Days, Staten Island Ferry Festival,
The Rose Festival 2006, Sunbury Festival 2007 and 2008 and more).She spent three
years touring the USA (and Amsterdam in 2007) in support of her first release, UNINHIBITED 2006 (a mix of POP/Rock and some urban/dance mixes which
keeps the listener both interested and entertained), and is already beginning to
tour in support of her newest release, BETTER LATE THAN NEVER (which has
a balance of fully produced songs, as well as simpler, more acoustic takes).
Besides touring the USA performing acoustic versions of her two CDs, she has
also performed in London/Southeast/Devon, Wales, Amsterdam, and
AUSTRALIA. She has performed in many a festival such as
SUNBURY RIVERFESTIVAL, Nashville Songwriter's Festival, and Birdman
Festival (UK). Whether it be an acoustic show, dance remixes at a club or
street fair (and boy can she dance) or full band, She’s sure to knock ‘em dead
for she holds nothing back. She also performs many pop/rock and country covers.
BETTER LATE THAN NEVER has just released late JUNE 2008 under MOHICAN RECORDS uk. A step above her first album (thanks to the
engineering skills of Kieran Pardias at Cove City Sound Studios), BETTER LATE
THAN NEVER will truly show her full range as an artist! Kama’s music will
also be licensed/distributed through BLUE PIE PRODUCTIONS in Australia.
Her songs have been licensed to small films; "Another Me" was used for a Blue
Cross Radio Spot in California. "Bitter Lemon" was featured on a Radio Show in
Nashville called "Sauced" in July 2008: WLAC 1510 AM.
Her songs are dominating and sexy, and so is Kama. This is one artist you
want to watch for... or watch out for. Pop/Rock has a new Princess, one with a
bit of a grudge, but that’s how we like it.
Description: "Alone" alt rock, "Brand New Day", adult contemporary, "Silk Lullabye", smooth jazz instrumental, "Tonight's Blues", up-tempo blues ala SRV, Clapton
Biography: Cjeff - a virtual band in search of licensing and broadcast opportunities in Television, Radio, Film and multimedia (industrial videos, corporate video) for a variety of musical styles.
Christopher Leighton is a singer/songwriter/composer/musician. Born in New York City. Road worn. His music has been featured on internet radio stations, been on regional and categorical top ten list for months, and won "Song of the Month" on artist websites.
He has been playing guitar and singing in various bands for many years. Has travelled and performed in Las Vegas, Lake Tahoe, Reno, Nashville, Atlantic City and many points between.
His latest CD, 'Positive II", is an anthology of musical styles including pop, folk rock, blues, and jazz presented in vocal and instrumental arrangements.
"I would like my composing habit to support my composing habit."
WISHING YOU A Terrific Week! Awwww~ Another Guitar For You; My Favourite Instrument. I Play & Read The Music Of The Guitar.... I ENJOY It Very Much. I Am A Guitar Junkie. Haha!! :)
