NOW That's What I Call Music! Vol. 24 features 20 smash hits from the current Pop, Modern Rock, Rap and R&B charts! (cover art image) Release Date: March 27, 2007 EMI Music/Sony BMG Music Entertainment/Universal Music Group/Zomba Label Group. (PRNewsFoto/EMI Music) HOLLYWOOD, CA UNITED STATES 03/21/2007
NOW's Latest Volume Features 20 Chart-Topping Hits From Today's Biggest
Superstars, Including Beyonce, Nickelback, Justin Timberlake, Fergie,
Corinne Bailey Rae, Nelly Furtado, Rihanna and Sean Paul, The Fray and Many
More!
NOW, Today's Bestselling Multi-Platinum Music Brand, Has Sold More Than 60
Million Copies in The U.S. Alone!
HOLLYWOOD, Calif., March 21 /PRNewswire/ -- The world's best selling
multi-artist album series, NOW That's What I Call Music!, is back this
spring with a red-hot collection of chart-topping tunes. NOW That's What I
Call Music! Vol. 24, to be released March 27, features 20 smash hits from
the current Pop, Modern Rock, Rap and R&B charts.
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NOW That's What I Call Music! Vol. 24 features 20 of today's hottest
chart hits, including "Say It Right" by Nelly Furtado, "Break It Off" by
Rihanna and Sean Paul, "My Love" by Justin Timberlake, "Fergalicious" by
Fergie, "It's Not Over" by Daughtry, "If Everyone Cared" by Nickelback,
"Here (In Your Arms)" by Hellogoodbye and many more! NOW 24 is a
compilation joint venture featuring top hits from EMI Music, Sony BMG Music
Entertainment, Universal Music Group and the Zomba Label Group. NOW 24 will
be distributed by EMI Music Marketing.
The NOW That's What I Call Music! series debuted in the United States
in 1998 after the NOW brand had become an enormous, multi-platinum
international success for nearly 20 years, with some 65 volumes
internationally. To date, the NOW series has generated sales of more than
142 million albums worldwide, and has sold more than 60 million copies in
the United States since its debut. Every album in the NOW series has
reached the Billboard Top 10, and it is the only non-soundtrack,
multi-artist collection to reach #1 Billboard status on the Billboard Top
200 Album Sales Chart.
NOW That's What I Call Music! Vol. 24
1. Fergie Fergalicious (UMG)
2. Rihanna and Sean Paul Break It Off (UMG)
3. Nelly Furtado Say It Right (UMG)
4. Beyonce Irreplaceable (SonyBMG)
5. Justin Timberlake w/T.I. My Love (Zomba)
6. Akon w/Snoop Dogg I Wanna Love You (UMG)
7. Bow Wow w/Chris Brown and Johnta Austin Shortie Like Mine (Sony)
8. Lloyd w/Lil Wayne You (UMG)
9. Ciara Promise (Zomba)
10. Omarion Ice Box (SonyBMG)
11. Chris Brown Say Goodbye (Zomba)
12. Corinne Bailey Rae Put Your Records On (EMI Music)
13. Lily Allen Smile (EMI Music)
14. KT Tunstall Suddenly I See (EMI Music)
15. Hellogoodbye Here (In Your Arms) (DriveThru)
16. The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus Face Down (EMI Music)
17. The Fray How To Save A Life (SonyBMG)
18. Nickelback If Everyone Cared (RR)
19. Daughtry It's Not Over (RCA)
20. The All American Rejects It Ends Tonight (UMG)
Every NOW volume has been certified platinum or better by the RIAA:
NOW 1 (October 1998, platinum)
NOW 2 (July 1999, double platinum)
NOW 3 (December 1999, double platinum)
NOW 4 (July 2000, the first compilation ever to debut at #1 on the
Billboard Top 200, double platinum)
NOW 5 (November 2000, quadruple platinum)
NOW 6 (April 2001, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200, triple
platinum)
NOW 7 (July 2001, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200, triple platinum)
NOW 8 (November 2001, triple platinum)
NOW 9 (April 2002, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200, double
platinum)
NOW 10 (July 2002, platinum)
NOW 11 (November 2002, double platinum)
NOW 12 (March 2003, platinum)
NOW 13 (July 2003, platinum)
NOW 14 (April 2004, triple platinum)
NOW 15 (May 2004, double platinum)
NOW 16 (July 2004, triple platinum)
NOW 17 (November 2004, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200, double
platinum)
NOW 18 (March 2005, platinum)
NOW 19 (July 2005, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200, double
platinum)
NOW 20 (November 2005, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200, double
platinum)
NOW 21 (April 2006, debuted at #2 on the Billboard Top 200, platinum)
NOW 22 (July 2006, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200, platinum)
NOW 23 (November 2006, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200, double
platinum)
NOW That's What I Call Christmas! (October 2001, quintuple platinum)
NOW That's What I Call Christmas! The Signature Collection (September
2003, double platinum)
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Wednesday, March 21, 2007
Bon Jovi and Tiger Woods Reunite in Las Vegas to Celebrate 10 Years of Tiger Jam
Rock Superstars Bon Jovi To Join Golf Legend Tiger Woods At Tiger Jam X Presented by AT&T May 26 at Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas LAS VEGAS, March 21 /PRNewswire/ -- Two powerhouses, Tiger Woods andBon Jovi, will reunite for the 10th annual Tiger Jam, presented by AT&TSaturday, May 26, 2007, at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas.Marking 10 years of unforgettable concerts, Tiger Jam X will also be afitting tribute to the estimated 10 million young people Tiger Jam hashelped by raising funds for the Tiger Woods Foundation. Tickets will go on sale Saturday, March 24 at 10 a.m. and will beavailable at the Mandalay Bay Events Center box office and at all Las VegasTicketmaster locations (Smith's Food and Drug Centers, Macy's stores andRitmo Latino). Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. To chargeby phone with a major credit card, call the Mandalay Bay box office at(702) 632-7580 or Ticketmaster at (702) 474-4000. Tickets also areavailable for purchase at http://www.mandalaybay.com orhttp://www.ticketmaster.com. Individual ticket prices start at $100. A decade in the making, this celebration will begin with exclusive liveand silent auctions and a gourmet dinner. Following the dinner andauctions, Woods will welcome Bon Jovi to the Mandalay Bay Events Centerstage for what promises to be an amazing show. "I am thrilled to mark 10 years of Tiger Jam with Bon Jovi," Woodssaid. "We always welcome rock legends at Tiger Jam and having Bon Joviheadline is truly an honor. We have a lot to celebrate, so I know it willbe an amazing night." Bon Jovi has remained one of rock's biggest stars and has sold morethan one hundred million albums worldwide. Flush with the success of theirrecord-breaking world tour and multi-platinum album Have A Nice Day, BonJovi has completed a new album, LOST HIGHWAY, which will arrive in storesJune 19th on Island Records/Mercury Nashville. "(You Want To) Make AMemory," the first single from the new album, was blasted out to radio onTuesday, March 20th. Still being a forefront in the music industry for overtwo decades, Bon Jovi recently won the 2007 Grammy Award for Best CountryCollaboration with Vocal and made history by becoming the first Rock & RollBand to have a #1 hit on Billboard's Hot Country Chart in May of 2006. Moreinformation on Bon Jovi can be found at http://www.bonjovi.com andhttp://www.backstagejbj.com Since its creation in 1998, Tiger Jam has raised more than $10 millionfor the Tiger Woods Foundation and select Las Vegas based charities throughits sold-out performances and one-of-a-kind auction items. In 2006, a Meet& Greet with Sting in New York raised $65,000 and a putting lesson withTiger Woods raised $155,000. Sponsorships are now available for thisexclusive event. Tiger Jam was created by the Tiger Woods Foundation, an organizationdedicated to empowering young people to reach their maximum potential.Proceeds from previous Tiger Jams have supported Child Haven, Center forIndependent Living, Greater Las Vegas Inner City Games, Boys & Girls Clubof Las Vegas, GRAMMY in the Schools and The VH1 Save the Music Foundation. Established in 1996 by Tiger Woods and his father Earl, the Tiger WoodsFoundation empowers young people to reach their highest potential throughcharacter development and educational programs. Specific program offeringsfrom TWF include the 14-acre Tiger Woods Learning Center, a youth-educationfacility focused on helping young people make the connection between theclassroom and a rewarding career, and Start Something, a nationwidecharacter development program that boasts more than 4 million participants.More information on the Tiger Woods Foundation and its programs can befound at http://www.tigerwoodsfoundation.org. About AT&T AT&T Inc. is a premier communications holding company in the UnitedStates and around the world, with operating subsidiaries providing servicesunder the AT&T brand. AT&T is the recognized world leader in providingIP-based communications services to businesses and the U.S. leader inproviding wireless, high speed Internet access, local and long distancevoice, and directory publishing and advertising through its Yellow Pagesand YELLOWPAGES.COM organizations. As part of its three-screen integrationstrategy, AT&T is expanding video entertainment offerings to include suchnext-generation television services as AT&T U-verse(SM) TV. Additionalinformation about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&Tsubsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com. The Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino continues its tradition of eleganceand excitement as one of the top resorts on the Las Vegas Strip. The AAAFour Diamond Resort is known for its luxurious rooms, a wide array of finedining destinations and the signature sand and surf beach. Mandalay Bayalso is one of the world's premier entertainment venues. Mandalay BayTheatre is currently home to the international smash hit musical Mamma Mia!and the House of Blues Concert Hall offers live musical performances in anunparalleled environment. Home of the Tiger Jam series, the 12,000-seat Mandalay Bay EventsCenter regularly hosts a wide range of top entertainment concerts andsporting events, from the most exciting fights in boxing to performancesfrom the world's most popular entertainers including Kenny Chesney,Christina Aguilera, INXS, The Who, Nickelback, Shakira and The Black EyedPeas. For more information on Tiger Jam X Sponsorship opportunities, pleasecall (949) 725-3003.
CONTACT: Kelly Striewski/Steve Wilson BWR Public Relations (310) 550-7776 kstriewski@bwr-la.com swilson@bwr-la.com Emily Taylor, Tiger Woods Foundation (949) 725-3003 Steven Smith, AT&T Inc. (213) 743-7080 Stephanie Heller, MGM MIRAGE (702) 891-3446
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More than Just Music in the 4th Annual Celebration of Gospel Hip-Hop Month
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TRUTH entertainment and The SHAW Join for the 2007 Gospel Hip-Hop Month Celebration, which will emphasize the “Ministry” of the Gospel Hip-Hop movement. The Grand Finale to the Celebration will take place on March 31st on the campus of The University of Southern California.
Los Angeles, CA, March 20, 2007 --(PR.COM)-- Did you know that March is Gospel Hip-Hop Month? Well, if not, prepare to receive an education. This annual celebration is focused on “The Artist, The Music, and The Ministry” of the Gospel Hip-Hop Music genre. TRUTH entertainment, a production and promotions company in Los Angeles, was motivated to start Gospel Hip-Hop Month in 2004 in order to bring attention to, what they describe as, “a positive and credible form of Hip-Hop.” According to Carla Yorke, who co-Founded TRUTH in 2002 with Nicole Smith, “The purpose of the celebration is simple: increase Gospel Hip-Hop music’s exposure and educate both the church and the general public about its uplifting message for today’s Hip-Hop generation.” TRUTH’s previous celebrations have included an outdoor concert on the campus of the University of Southern California (USC) in Los Angeles, partnering with West Angeles Church’s campus ministry at USC to bring a Gospel Hip-Hop Bible Study to their students and sharing the importance of the annual celebration on V100’s (100.3 FM-Los Angeles) Sunday morning Gospel show hosted by Niele Anderson. And, each year, the grand finale of the celebration is The Underground ~ Gospel Hip-Hop Sanctuary, a live show offering an entertaining evening of Gospel Hip-Hop music. With a special emphasis on the “Ministry” side of the music, the goal of the 2007 celebration is to introduce the public to Gospel Hip-Hop artists that are motivated to actively make a difference in their community. “Ministry means service and our goal is to shine the light on those artists that are stepping off the stage to hold bible studies, start churches, take positions as youth leaders and pastors, hit the streets as evangelists and fly to foreign soil on missionary trips”, Smith states. TRUTH will feature informative content on their web-site (www.TRUTHentertainment.net) regarding different “ministries.” Further in their own form of service, TRUTH has partnered with the student-led Bible Club at Los Angeles’ Crenshaw High School to provide internship opportunities with TRUTH for the students. The internships will allow students to gain real world experience in marketing, promotions and event coordination as they assist in producing The Underground. Besides work experience, the students will also receive service hours, which is a requirement for graduation. The Bible Club is supported by The Shaw, a non-profit organization which uses art and music in its mission to improve the lives of young people in Los Angeles. In addition, TRUTH is excited that The Edge, an internet-based radio talk show, has joined the celebration of Gospel Hip-Hop Month. This lively show, co-hosted by Smith, features entertaining conversation and Gospel Hip-Hop and Urban Gospel music for a young adult audience. During the month of March, The Edge show hosts have featured topics such as “Anatomy of a Female MC – The Ladies of Gospel Hip-Hop” and “When the Mic Drops – The Ministries of Gospel Hip-Hop.” The Edge’s Gospel Hip-Hop theme will continue through the remainder of March. You can hear it live every Saturday from 11a-1p PST on The International Christian Network (www.theicn.com). Then on the evening of March 31st, Gospel Hip-Hop Month will come to a magnificent close at The Underground, TRUTH’s signature production. This event, which is in its 4th year as well, is held on the USC campus. According to Yorke, The Underground “is the place where young people can relax and enjoy live performances from hot Gospel Hip-Hop artists, open mic sessions, dancing and socializing amongst like-minded individuals.” You have now been officially educated! Make sure you log on to TRUTH’s website (www.TRUTHentertainment.net), the place for the latest information on Gospel Hip Hop Month. Plus, for those that want to get involved, there is still time. If you would like to be a sponsor or reserve space for your Church’s youth group, please contact TRUTH at TRUTH_entertainment@yahoo.com or (310) 313-8784. TRUTH entertainment is an event production and promotions company focused on providing quality entertainment to young Christians. The Gospel Hip-Hop Month Celebration is a continuation of TRUTH’s efforts to build better communities among urban youth and provide an outlet for positive entertainment for young adults. Contact them at www.TRUTHenterainment.net, TRUTH_entertainment@yahoo.com or (310) 313-8784. Crenshaw High School’s Bible Club is supported by The SHAW, a 501 c(3) organization committed to long-term community transformation in the Crenshaw, Baldwin Hills and Leimert Park areas of Los Angeles. The organization seeks opportunities to cultivate young emerging leaders within these communities and uses art and music to positively influence youth and young adults of the Hip-Hop generation. The Bible Club, meets one day per week during the lunch period for fellowship and a Bible lesson. ###
Los Angeles, CA, March 20, 2007 --(PR.COM)-- Did you know that March is Gospel Hip-Hop Month? Well, if not, prepare to receive an education. This annual celebration is focused on “The Artist, The Music, and The Ministry” of the Gospel Hip-Hop Music genre. TRUTH entertainment, a production and promotions company in Los Angeles, was motivated to start Gospel Hip-Hop Month in 2004 in order to bring attention to, what they describe as, “a positive and credible form of Hip-Hop.” According to Carla Yorke, who co-Founded TRUTH in 2002 with Nicole Smith, “The purpose of the celebration is simple: increase Gospel Hip-Hop music’s exposure and educate both the church and the general public about its uplifting message for today’s Hip-Hop generation.” TRUTH’s previous celebrations have included an outdoor concert on the campus of the University of Southern California (USC) in Los Angeles, partnering with West Angeles Church’s campus ministry at USC to bring a Gospel Hip-Hop Bible Study to their students and sharing the importance of the annual celebration on V100’s (100.3 FM-Los Angeles) Sunday morning Gospel show hosted by Niele Anderson. And, each year, the grand finale of the celebration is The Underground ~ Gospel Hip-Hop Sanctuary, a live show offering an entertaining evening of Gospel Hip-Hop music. With a special emphasis on the “Ministry” side of the music, the goal of the 2007 celebration is to introduce the public to Gospel Hip-Hop artists that are motivated to actively make a difference in their community. “Ministry means service and our goal is to shine the light on those artists that are stepping off the stage to hold bible studies, start churches, take positions as youth leaders and pastors, hit the streets as evangelists and fly to foreign soil on missionary trips”, Smith states. TRUTH will feature informative content on their web-site (www.TRUTHentertainment.net) regarding different “ministries.” Further in their own form of service, TRUTH has partnered with the student-led Bible Club at Los Angeles’ Crenshaw High School to provide internship opportunities with TRUTH for the students. The internships will allow students to gain real world experience in marketing, promotions and event coordination as they assist in producing The Underground. Besides work experience, the students will also receive service hours, which is a requirement for graduation. The Bible Club is supported by The Shaw, a non-profit organization which uses art and music in its mission to improve the lives of young people in Los Angeles. In addition, TRUTH is excited that The Edge, an internet-based radio talk show, has joined the celebration of Gospel Hip-Hop Month. This lively show, co-hosted by Smith, features entertaining conversation and Gospel Hip-Hop and Urban Gospel music for a young adult audience. During the month of March, The Edge show hosts have featured topics such as “Anatomy of a Female MC – The Ladies of Gospel Hip-Hop” and “When the Mic Drops – The Ministries of Gospel Hip-Hop.” The Edge’s Gospel Hip-Hop theme will continue through the remainder of March. You can hear it live every Saturday from 11a-1p PST on The International Christian Network (www.theicn.com). Then on the evening of March 31st, Gospel Hip-Hop Month will come to a magnificent close at The Underground, TRUTH’s signature production. This event, which is in its 4th year as well, is held on the USC campus. According to Yorke, The Underground “is the place where young people can relax and enjoy live performances from hot Gospel Hip-Hop artists, open mic sessions, dancing and socializing amongst like-minded individuals.” You have now been officially educated! Make sure you log on to TRUTH’s website (www.TRUTHentertainment.net), the place for the latest information on Gospel Hip Hop Month. Plus, for those that want to get involved, there is still time. If you would like to be a sponsor or reserve space for your Church’s youth group, please contact TRUTH at TRUTH_entertainment@yahoo.com or (310) 313-8784. TRUTH entertainment is an event production and promotions company focused on providing quality entertainment to young Christians. The Gospel Hip-Hop Month Celebration is a continuation of TRUTH’s efforts to build better communities among urban youth and provide an outlet for positive entertainment for young adults. Contact them at www.TRUTHenterainment.net, TRUTH_entertainment@yahoo.com or (310) 313-8784. Crenshaw High School’s Bible Club is supported by The SHAW, a 501 c(3) organization committed to long-term community transformation in the Crenshaw, Baldwin Hills and Leimert Park areas of Los Angeles. The organization seeks opportunities to cultivate young emerging leaders within these communities and uses art and music to positively influence youth and young adults of the Hip-Hop generation. The Bible Club, meets one day per week during the lunch period for fellowship and a Bible lesson. ###
NT Media Launches Online Music Store Featuring a Library with Songs from all Major Labels, Including Sony/BMG, Universal, EMI, and Warner
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LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NT Media Corp. (www.ntmedia.tv) (OTCBB:NTMM), a diversified media and entertainment company, announced the launch of the Company’s music store.
NTMM today launched an online music store featuring a comprehensive library of songs from major record labels for sale to consumers. The music catalogue includes more than 2 million songs from all four major record labels: Sony/BMG, Universal, EMI, and Warner, as well as some of the largest independent distributors like Orchard, IODA, and CD Baby.
“Our music store automatically offers our customers the opportunity to pay 10% less for all of their music purchases through the use of points. The discounted ‘points’ price is clearly listed next to the regular price of every item and points can be purchased or earned through passing songs or creating showcases,” said Ali Moussavi, NTMM’s Chief Executive Officer. “We are very excited about the launch of our music store and look forward to attracting traffic and enhancing our online presence,” he added.
All music in NTMM’s store is in the form of legal WMA (Windows Media) files, which are compatible with MP3 players and many Plays4SureTM digital music players and not compatible with iPod or Mac. Payments are administered securely.
To view NTMM’s music store please click here or go to: http://ntmedia.storeblocks.com.
About NT Media
NT Media Corp. is a publicly traded diversified entertainment and Media Company based in Los Angeles, California with operations in film and television and musical production and finance.
Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this news release may constitute "forward looking" statements within the meaning of section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Such forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may cause the actual results, performance, or achievement expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements to differ.
NTMM today launched an online music store featuring a comprehensive library of songs from major record labels for sale to consumers. The music catalogue includes more than 2 million songs from all four major record labels: Sony/BMG, Universal, EMI, and Warner, as well as some of the largest independent distributors like Orchard, IODA, and CD Baby.
“Our music store automatically offers our customers the opportunity to pay 10% less for all of their music purchases through the use of points. The discounted ‘points’ price is clearly listed next to the regular price of every item and points can be purchased or earned through passing songs or creating showcases,” said Ali Moussavi, NTMM’s Chief Executive Officer. “We are very excited about the launch of our music store and look forward to attracting traffic and enhancing our online presence,” he added.
All music in NTMM’s store is in the form of legal WMA (Windows Media) files, which are compatible with MP3 players and many Plays4SureTM digital music players and not compatible with iPod or Mac. Payments are administered securely.
To view NTMM’s music store please click here or go to: http://ntmedia.storeblocks.com.
About NT Media
NT Media Corp. is a publicly traded diversified entertainment and Media Company based in Los Angeles, California with operations in film and television and musical production and finance.
Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this news release may constitute "forward looking" statements within the meaning of section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Such forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may cause the actual results, performance, or achievement expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements to differ.
Move Over, Simon Cowell and American Idol - Latest Online Craze, RiffStar.com, Helping the Music Industry Uncover the Next Big Singing Sensation
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A new online singing competition is aiming to discover the next Kelly Clarkson or Carrie Underwood. Riffstar.com's Ultimate Singing Competition puts the fate of tomorrow's signing sensations in the hands of music fans.
New York, NY (Billboard Publicity Wire/PRWeb ) March 21, 2007 -- RiffStar.com, a premier music site, has just released the details about a new singing contest that's poised to give American Idol® a run for its money. The Ultimate Singing Contest, which is slated to begin on April 16, 2007, will take place online exclusively at RiffStar.com. Free and open to the music public, the Ultimate Singing Contest will afford unknown singing sensations with the opportunity to have their original songs exposed to a global listening audience. Singers who would like to sign up for the competition can do so online at http://www.riffstar.com/riffstar_prize.html.
The popularity of American Idol® -- and other ensuing shows -- has glamorized the music industry to the point where anyone with access to a microphone these days fancies him or herself a superstar. The fact remains, however, that it is very hard to hit the big time. Even if a singer is fortunate enough to gain exposure on a show like American Idol®, the fame is often fleeting and comes with a hefty price tag: signing one's career away to the show's producers.
Where then do the truly talented yet undiscovered turn to gain exposure? By bringing together new artists with the music fans who want to hear them, RiffStar.com is opening new doors in the music industry. According to Michael Price of MusiqBiz.com, RiffStar.com is "a music contest site that awards new musicians prizes and cash money for popularity." In so doing, it encourages artist promotion and a new found connection to fans.
With a top prize of $1000, a lifetime feature on RiffStar.com's homepage and a slew of other prizes, winning the Ultimate Singing Contest is certainly nothing to sneeze at. But because the winner is determined by listener votes, the fan exposure each contestant will garner is a commodity that can't be measured in terms of dollar value.
RiffStar.com isn't all about the competition either. Price explains, "Artists can sell digital downloads and make money with their music. They [RiffStar.com are packed with features and have free spots available, but as popularity and demand continue to increase, we speculate that free spots may decrease. So, this is definitely a site that all new artists, regardless of their musical genre, need to check out now." It's also a great place for music fans to hear new music first, and it's completely free of charge.
Singing sensations who would like be a part of the Ultimate Singing Contest can sign up for the competition online free at www.Riffstar.com For additional information about the contest contact Rick Westfield at (646) 652-6454.
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With a top prize of $1000, a lifetime feature on RiffStar.com's homepage and a slew of other prizes, winning the Ultimate Singing Contest is certainly nothing to sneeze at. But because the winner is determined by listener votes, the fan exposure each contestant will garner is a commodity that can't be measured in terms of dollar value.
RiffStar.com isn't all about the competition either. Price explains, "Artists can sell digital downloads and make money with their music. They [RiffStar.com are packed with features and have free spots available, but as popularity and demand continue to increase, we speculate that free spots may decrease. So, this is definitely a site that all new artists, regardless of their musical genre, need to check out now." It's also a great place for music fans to hear new music first, and it's completely free of charge.
Singing sensations who would like be a part of the Ultimate Singing Contest can sign up for the competition online free at www.Riffstar.com For additional information about the contest contact Rick Westfield at (646) 652-6454.
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Mayer To Headline Save The Music Event
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Grammy winner John Mayer will headline VH1 Save the Music Foundation's 10-year celebration of helping to restore music education programs in U.S. schools.
The 10th anniversary event Sept. 20 in New York also will feature a 50-member orchestra made up of students from schools nationwide that received Save the Music grants, VH1 said in a news release.
Tim Gunn of Bravo's "Project Runway" will emcee a live auction, featuring items from Save The Music Foundation partners.
During the event, foundation leaders also will recognize NAMM, the International Music Products Association, an organization that has supported the Save The Music Foundation since its inception in 1997. Recently, Save The Music Foundation paired with NAMM to donate $200,000 worth of new musical instruments to public schools affected by hurricanes Katrina and Rita. NAMM began as the National Association of Music Merchants, but now just uses the acronym.
The 10th anniversary event Sept. 20 in New York also will feature a 50-member orchestra made up of students from schools nationwide that received Save the Music grants, VH1 said in a news release.
Tim Gunn of Bravo's "Project Runway" will emcee a live auction, featuring items from Save The Music Foundation partners.
During the event, foundation leaders also will recognize NAMM, the International Music Products Association, an organization that has supported the Save The Music Foundation since its inception in 1997. Recently, Save The Music Foundation paired with NAMM to donate $200,000 worth of new musical instruments to public schools affected by hurricanes Katrina and Rita. NAMM began as the National Association of Music Merchants, but now just uses the acronym.
Musiq Soulchild's 'Luvanmusiq' No. 1 Album
R&B artist Musiq Soulchild's "Luvanmusiq" debuted at No. 1 of The Billboard 200, leading six new albums entering the top 10.
New releases also occupied the second and third slots -- R&B singer Lloyd at No. 2 with "Street Love" and Rapper Rich Boy's self-titled album at No. 3.
Daughtry's self-titled RCA debut fell from No. 3 to No. 4, while Akon's "Konvicted" slipped from No. 4 to No. 5.
"Live at Massey Hall 1971" by Neil Young entered the chart at No. 6. British R&B singer Amy Winehouse debuted at No. 7 with "Back to Black."
8Ball & MJG's "Ridin' High" debuted at No. 8 as Fall Out Boy's "Infinity on High" dipped from No. 8 to No. 9.
Carrie Underwood's "Some Hearts" re-enters the top tier at No. 10, moving up from No. 12.
New releases also occupied the second and third slots -- R&B singer Lloyd at No. 2 with "Street Love" and Rapper Rich Boy's self-titled album at No. 3.
Daughtry's self-titled RCA debut fell from No. 3 to No. 4, while Akon's "Konvicted" slipped from No. 4 to No. 5.
"Live at Massey Hall 1971" by Neil Young entered the chart at No. 6. British R&B singer Amy Winehouse debuted at No. 7 with "Back to Black."
8Ball & MJG's "Ridin' High" debuted at No. 8 as Fall Out Boy's "Infinity on High" dipped from No. 8 to No. 9.
Carrie Underwood's "Some Hearts" re-enters the top tier at No. 10, moving up from No. 12.
Composer Pierre Jalbert wins $25,000 prize from Lincoln Center Chamber Music Society
NEW YORK: Pierre Jalbert has won the $25,000 (€18,802) Elise L. Stoeger Prize.
The prize, given by the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, is awarded every two years to a composer in recognition of significant contributions to the chamber music repertory.
Jalbert, a 39-year-old faculty member at Rice University's Shepherd School of Music in Houston, received the award Tuesday at Lincoln Center's Rose Studio.
He was composer-in-residence with the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra from 2002 to 2005.
His compositions have been performed around the United States and abroad, including four Carnegie Hall performances of his orchestral works. One of the most recent was the Houston Symphony's premiere of "big sky" in January 2006.
Previous Stoeger winners include Gunther Schuller, Oliver Knussen, Osvaldo Golijov, Aaron Jay Kernis and Nicholas Maw.
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