Recording News

Our Time's 6/23 'Listen'; Carly Simon, Paul Rudd Support Haven for Kids Who Stutter

Source: Seth Cohen PR
June 3, 2009

Individual Stories and Struggles Helped ‘Listen’ Take Shape, as Paul Rudd, Carly Simon, Daryl Hall and Many Others Became Involved in ‘Our Time’ In-Store Event Scheduled for June 23rd, to Coincide With Benefit CD Release In a world where reality shows and talent contests dominate media coverage, it’s worth taking a deep breath and embracing the stories of these quiet superstars: children who deal with the daily shame of stuttering. Each of the five children (introduced below) overcame their real-world ...

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Kate Wolf's Folk Catalog to be Reissued on Collectors' Choice on July 7

Source: conqueroo
June 2, 2009

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Kate Wolf was a welcome presence in the late ‘70s and mid-‘80s folk scene. Her blend of folk, country and pop helped pave the way for artists like Nanci Griffith and Mary-Chapin Carpenter. Wolf never had a hit single, and in fact the All Music Guide points out that “her style is one that tends to grow on listeners over time, as Wolf is not about flash. Her songs, characterized by a strong narrative thread, are ...

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The Divine is All Around - Rare Elements: Omar Faruk Tekbilek

Source: rock paper scissors, inc.
June 2, 2009

Inspired Turkish Master Omar Faruk Tekbilek Remixed for Rare Elements

The divine is everywhere, in the breath of a reed flute, the clank and hum of machines, or the slammin' beats of an electronic track. This is Turkish virtuoso Omar Faruk Tekbileks message, and he hears it everywhere.

When Tekbilek came to the USA to build upon his successful music career back home, he was faced with the task of supporting his family in a country where he did not ...

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Exclusive: New Sade on the Way, 2009 Release Possible

Source: Billboard Magazine
June 2, 2009

Sade Adu, the reclusive “quiet storm" soul signer who takes notoriously long breaks between releases, has regrouped with the band that bears her name and is recording her first album of new material since 2000's Lovers Rock, Billboard.com sources confirm. The group is in the studio through June and Sony hopes to put the record out by the end of 2009 though, despite rumors, there is no set release date on the calendar. “She is in the studio and the ...

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Mike Stern Album w/: Vai, Johnson, MMW, Brecker

Source: JamBase
June 2, 2009

GUITARIST MIKE STERN PLAYS WITH TALENTED FRIENDS IN A BIG NEIGHBORHOOD Guest artists on new recording include Steve Vai, Eric Johnson, Esperanza Spalding Richard Bona, Randy Brecker, Medeski Martin & Wood, Cindy Blackman and others

Mike Stern Five-time GRAMMY nominated guitarist Mike Stern's music has always come from a colorful and diverse part of town - a place where numerous artistic styles converge to create a fresh sound that's rooted in jazz but refuses to adhere ...

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Primordial Jazz Funktet Announces Release of First CD, 'We Are Here"

Source: All About Jazz
June 1, 2009

JUNE 1, 2009 (New York, NY) The Jazz Funktet announces the release of its first CD, Are Here, now available at iTunes and CDBaby.

The band is organized by pianist and composer, Dan Furman, and includes the popular hiphop artist Maya Azucena and jazz saxophonist Joel Frahm.

The Primordial Jazz Funktet began in Atlanta, GA and brought its blend of jazz, R&B and hiphop beats to New York in 2003. PJF plays funky soulful tunes that tell stories. The sextet ...

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Harry Skoler and Ed Saindon Team up for "Two Ones"

Source: All About Jazz
June 1, 2009

This is a gorgeous release of original compositions featuring intimate portraits expressed through quintet and duo settings. The quintet's unique sound highlights the blend of clarinet, flute and vibes/piano, along with bass and drums. The Quintet features Harry/clarinet, Ed/vibes & piano, Matt Marvuglio/flute, Barry Smith/bass and Bob Tamagni/drums and the Duo features Harry/clarinet and Ed Saindon/piano. Harry has been invited to perform in Oslo, Norway on June 5, 2009 with Norwegian jazz clarinetist Felix Peikli for a Benny Goodman 100th ...

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The Clarks' "Restless Days" Gets Alt, Rock, Country, AAA Airplay

Source: Seth Cohen PR
June 1, 2009

Airplay on Alternative, Rock/Classic Rock, AAA and Country Stations Shows Diverse Appeal of Restless Days As The Clarks ready their first studio CD in five years, Restless Days (released June 9th on High Wire/Fontana,) they’ve seen a remarkable response at radio, with airplay on Alternative, Rock/Classic Rock, AAA and Country stations. Here are the songs that are resonating at radio: Rock/Classic Rock Airplay: Trampoline, Inside, True Believer Alternative Rock Airplay: Trampoline Country Airplay: Sunshine AAA Airplay: True Believer The Clarks ...

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