Momentum

Composer/Keyboardist Carol Albert Keeps Her Career Momentum And Positive Vibes Flowing On A Vibrant Re-imagining Of The Al Jarreau Classic “one Way”

Source: Carol Albert
June 15, 2017

By Jonathan Widran, Music Connection and Jazziz Magazine A few months after energizing smooth jazz radio with her vibrant, optimistic early 2017 single “On My Way,” Atlanta based composer, keyboardist and vocalist Carol Albert keeps the positive, optimistic vibes and the momentum flowing with her fresh and vibrant re- imagining of legendary singer Al Jarreau’s classic “One Way.” The soulfully exotic, high energy piano driven tune, which evolves from gently seductive opening verses into a spirited, intensely grooving ensemble jam, ...
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New York is Music Coalition Gains Momentum at Recent Roundtable | Sights Set on Passing Empire State Music Production Tax Credit

Source: HypeBot
November 26, 2014

On November 12, New York Is Music partnered with NYS Assemblyman Joseph Lentol to host a roundtable discussion focused on the coalition's first initiative: gaining support for the passing of the Empire State Music Production Tax Credit. The bill was introduced by Assemblyman Lentol in hopes of rejuvenating the Empire State's increasingly lackluster music industry scene. The bill would allow businesses as well as individuals recording and/or producing music a 20% ($60 million) income tax credit on expenditures relevant to music creation. ...
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Lawson Rollins: Riding The “Momentum” Of A Global Guitar Excursion “Full Circle”

Source: Great Scott P.R.oductions
July 19, 2013

Lawson Rollins releases his fourth album, which is earning airplay and praise in abundance San Francisco, CA: Prodigious guitarist Lawson Rollins’ “Full Circle,” a riveting 12-song aural adventure crammed with culture and masterful musicianship that was released today by Infinita Records, is like traversing the world without the hassles of modern travel. Rollins’ fourth album, which he produced with multi-platinum producer Dominic Camardella (Ottmar Liebert, Flora Purim, 3rd Force), explores the borderless expanse of captivating melodies and fascinating global rhythms ...
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Prolific Progressive Rock Icon Neal Morse Moves Forward With A Blistering, Melodic New Release, “momentum”

Source: Glass Onyon PR - Keith James
July 19, 2012

Nashville, TN - Coming off of a highly successful 2011 marked by the release of the critically acclaimed “Testimony 2” and an enthusiastically attended tour throughout the U.S., Mexico and Europe, Neal Morse could easily have justified going on a creative hiatus to catch his breath. But that would fly in the face of his convictions and the sense that he is being led to build upon the swell of success he is experiencing. In January 2012, Morse was pondering ...
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The Importance of Creating Momentum

Source: HypeBot
July 14, 2011

I wrote this for my blog. It's about pursuing your dream in general. But, I thought I'd share it here because it applies to all of us. And who knows? This piece could keep someone who'll make history in music going for one more day. I added a bit to the end to share how it applies to our music careers. Hope you'll enjoy and be motivated to keep moving. This may sound incredibly obvious (because it is), but it ...
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A Look at the Gigsby Momentum Reports

Source: We All Make Music
March 26, 2011

The electronic music networking site Gigsby is essentially designed to facilitate collaboration.

The recent debut of its Momentum Charts ought to do that very thing.

Just like in most genres of music, finding business partners can be difficult. There is a lot of nosing around, a lot of vetting, occasionally a lot of guesswork. Gigsby is designed to get rid of that.

“[A Gigsby profile] shows all key elements that speaks to the professional achievements of the profile owner," explains ...
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New Concept in Music Distribution Gains Momentum

Source: Ken Dardis
November 23, 2010

The “Intro to Indie Artists" series was created as a way for online radio stations to receive a constant flow of music from indie artists. Built in 5, 3, and 2 song program lengths, these short blasts of new music are easily downloaded and scheduled by internet radio station owners. (Station Information) “Intro to Indie Artists" come in Country, Dance, Jazz, Hip Hop & Rap, Pop, and Rock formats. “With the varying program lengths, programmers schedule them to their needs," ...
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Expansion / Momentum

Source: Ars Nova Workshop
September 9, 2010

On September 9 and 10, Ars Nova Workshop will present two back-to-back nights of performances at Philadelphia Art Alliance to celebrate the 70th birthday of legendary jazz pianist Dave Burrell. For this very special occasion, Philadelphia-based Burrell will be playing with bassist William Parker and native Philadelphian and multi-instrumentalist (saxophones, flute, clarinets) Sabir Mateen. These three artists have worked together on several occasions, including with Parker's The Inside Songs of Curtis Mayfield project. Since he began making music in the ...
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Swing Central 2010 Finishes with Unprecedented Momentum for Fostering the Growth of Jazz Through High-Quality Mentorship

Source: Michael Ricci
April 20, 2010

Dillard Center for the Arts from Ft. Lauderdale Takes Home the First Place Faircloth Award

Savannah, Georgia -- On Friday, April 2nd, the 2010 edition of the Savannah Music Festival's (SMF) SWING CENTRAL High School Jazz Band Competition & Workshop, dubbed the “Pro Bowl of high school jazz bands" by the South Florida Sun Sentinel, wrapped up with a sold-out show featuring competition finalists on a bill alongside an original program performed by their mentors. The ...
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Momentum of HTML5 the Emerging Web Standard

Source: All About Jazz
February 1, 2010

Why Flash Isnt Going Anywhere, iPad Be Damned. The arrival of the Apple iPad is still months away, and already the tech pundits are declaring the demise of Flash. The view is based largely on the fact that the iPad, like the iPhone, will likely not support Adobe's plug-in, but its also a result of the enthusiasm surrounding the current momentum of HTML5. The emerging web standard, which is quickly being adopted by browser manufacturers and developers, offers native video ...
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