Latest news releases for Entertainment Entertainment Business from Billboard Publicity Wire 2008-10-06T20:30:08Z http://billboard.prweb.com/images_v4/prw_logo.gif PRWeb xml@emediawire.com http://billboard.prweb.com/atom10/bbbusiness.xml 2008-10-01T12:07:26Z What's Buzzing Online Tomorrow Determined by Thought Leaders at DMFWSenior Executives from MySpace, Pandora, EMI Music, Warner Music and (RED) to Keynote at Top Industry Event (PRWeb Oct 2, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1414124.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1414124.htm 2008-10-02T05:30:02Z Multi-platinum Texas hard rock band DROWNING POOL will, for the first time, offer interactive VIP packages that elevate the fan’s concert going experiences. VIP packages include meet & greets and photo opportunities with band members, early entry passes, special merchandise, autographed collectibles and more. VIP packages are available at www.DrowningPool.com. PAID, Inc. makes this announcement as the band readies for its new co-headlining tour with Saliva beginning on October 17 (see itinerary below). This wide variety of new opportunities and online content is designed to strengthen ties directly with the fans and comes as DROWNING POOL’s latest single, “37 Stitches,” is advancing up the active rock charts. Drowning Pool’s CD, Full Circle is attracting new listeners and has ignited longtime followers through its extensive radio play and the live touring experience. (PRWeb Oct 2, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/drowning_pool/tenth_street/prweb1417314.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/drowning_pool/tenth_street/prweb1417314.htm 2008-10-01T06:22:46Z The "New Kid on the Block" is breaking out of the Orlando, Florida entertainment scene. Michael Cammarata, the President and Founder of (CMI) Cammarata Management, is a successful entrepreneur who is increasing the opportunities of young, talented musicians and actors. (PRWeb Oct 1, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1409594.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1409594.htm 2008-10-01T05:35:05Z Transport the phenomenal boy band Menudo out of your iPod and into your school/hometown to perform a concert that is being given away as part of the Menudo Back to School Contest that starts Wednesday, October 1, 11:00 a.m., ET. It’s not a science project – the school with the most Menudo fans who enter the contest at www.menudo.com or www.myspace.com/menudo wins a live concert by the new Menudo band which was chosen in 2007’s dramatic MTV & MTV Tr3 reality TV series “Making Menudo.” (PRWeb Oct 1, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/school_contest/menudo_concert/prweb1411974.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/school_contest/menudo_concert/prweb1411974.htm 2008-09-29T18:52:19Z Kingdom One Entertainment Group, LLC and its music division housed at MusiK1.net has launched new service departments for the indie artist and label community. Within these service departments include new partnerships with IODA, Jamendo and PR Web, while forming label and publishing arms to provide label support and co-publishing programs for distributed artists and sub-labels. (PRWeb Sep 30, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/MusiK1_Launch_PR/9-30-2008/prweb1398024.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/MusiK1_Launch_PR/9-30-2008/prweb1398024.htm 2008-09-24T13:53:29Z Phoenix based band Broken Poets signs licensing and distribution deal with Magnatune Records. Magnatune Records was founded by John Buckman in April, 2005. Time Magazine named Magnatune one of the TOP 20 Music Sites To Watch in 2006. (PRWeb Sep 25, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1382464.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1382464.htm 2008-10-01T13:01:49Z KIDZ BOP’s “Be A KIDZ BOP Star” talent search, the only such search that seeks the most talented kids in the country, announces its 15 semi-finalists. Chosen from nearly 2,800 entries to the kids’ destination website KIDZBOP.com, the search received far more submissions than recent high-profile online contests sponsored by major national brands. The second annual “Be a KIDZ BOP Star” National Talent Search also received more than double the amount of submissions from last year’s inaugural contest (1200). (PRWeb Sep 22, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/kidz_bop/talent_search/prweb1368254.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/kidz_bop/talent_search/prweb1368254.htm 2008-09-22T09:20:01Z Following the success of 2004’s definitive Elton John DVD set, Dream Ticket, the legendary Sir Elton John and Best Buy announce the Oct. 28 release of The Red Piano collection. Thousands of fans have traveled to Caesar’s Palace Las Vegas to see over 200 shows, helping The Red Piano break records and set new standards for musical entertainment. This DVD/CD set available only at Best Buy and www.BestBuy.com/EltonJohn promises to bring this amazing entertainment experience to Elton John fans across the continent. (PRWeb Sep 22, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/best_buy/elton/prweb1369274.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/best_buy/elton/prweb1369274.htm 2008-09-21T21:10:02Z Leaders in music, retail and flash memory technology today announced they’re bringing consumers an innovative, new physical music format, dubbed “slotMusic™.” microSD™ cards will soon be made available with pre-loaded, high quality, DRM-free MP3 music of top artists from EMI Music, SONY BMG, Universal Music Group, and Warner Music Group. A selection of slotMusic cards will first be available at brick-and-mortar and online stores throughout the U.S., including Best Buy and Wal-Mart, with Europe to follow. A complete list of slotMusic albums, availability and pricing will be announced in time for the coming holiday season. SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ:SNDK), inventor of the ubiquitous microSD format, is leading the technology development behind slotMusic. (PRWeb Sep 21, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/music/group/prweb1366824.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/music/group/prweb1366824.htm 2008-09-16T12:01:01Z Michael Cammarata, Cammarata Management (CMI) signs Tyler Shamy after executives spend 3 days in Orlando with 16-year-old up-and-coming actor, singer/songwriter and actor's family. Michael Cammarata, successful Media entrepreneur says, "Tyler has proven consistently, that he has star appeal. We wanted to assess his raw talent…" Cammarata Management went to the same Orlando recording studio where *N SYNC and Backstreet Boys recorded their record-breaking albums. During the trip, Tyler and his father, writer Ed Shamy Jr., re-recorded "You", which will soon be released (PRWeb Sep 17, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1343204.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1343204.htm 2008-09-16T08:30:01Z CollegeFest®, the premiere back-to-school event in the U.S.A., returns to Boston for the twenty-third year on September 27th and 28th. Microsoft has signed on as the event’s presenting sponsor, joining associate sponsors JetBlue Airways, and RepNation. The event’s media partners this year include The Boston Globe, and WAAF Radio. (PRWeb Sep 16, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/boston/september/prweb1342044.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/boston/september/prweb1342044.htm 2008-09-16T09:10:01Z Universal Motown Records will release the highly anticipated sophomore album from the band Shiny Toy Guns entitled Season Of Poison on November 4th. The album is the follow up to their critically acclaimed Grammy nominated debut record We Are Pilots which was released in 2006. The band spent the better half of 2 years on and off the road progressing their dance/rock and electronic roots. Once again producing the album by themselves, founding members Chad Petree (vocals, guitar) and Jeremy Dawson (synthesizer, bass) used 2008 technology to marry dynamic late-70's style synthesizer programming with face-erasing stoner rock; gently spreading this over layer upon layer of ethnic and tribal rhythms. Not to mention their keen pop sense in lyrics and arrangement have collided with the legendary mixing abilities of super-engineer Andy Wallace to create a completely new color in the future-forward musical spectrum. The first single off of Season Of Poison is "Ricochet," a heavy rhythmic guitar laden song already being heard on radio stations across the nation including the highly influential KROQ in Los Angeles. (PRWeb Sep 16, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/shiny_toy/toy_guns/prweb1342364.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/shiny_toy/toy_guns/prweb1342364.htm 2008-09-14T21:13:08Z Technology makes more Artist-releases possible, California start-up promotes them to Radio (PRWeb Sep 15, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1316254.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1316254.htm 2008-09-15T00:45:25Z Elise Estrada's debut CD in stores September 16th. Fan Based eTeam growing rapidly. Fans love Elise Estrada. (PRWeb Sep 15, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/eliseestrada/unloveyou/prweb1332554.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/eliseestrada/unloveyou/prweb1332554.htm 2008-09-15T14:07:58Z Superstar NELLY releases BRASS KNUCKLES, his fifth studio album on Tuesday, September 16, 2008 on Derrty ENT./Universal Motown Records. The rapper/actor/entrepreneur also kicks off his tour titled, “The Story of Brass Knuckles” today in Los Angeles. (PRWeb Sep 15, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/nelly/brass/prweb1337434.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/nelly/brass/prweb1337434.htm 2008-09-18T14:35:03Z Belgium movie company MAZEfilms, Inc. shot the horror movie in downtown Los Angeles and Hollywood and It Stars Steve Guttenberg and James Duval (PRWeb Sep 15, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1330074.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1330074.htm 2008-09-10T11:19:36Z Former U.S. soldier, Martin Jackson a.k.a Muggsy Malone gets dishonorably discharged from the United States Army for hip-hop related reasons. (PRWeb Sep 11, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/Hip_Hop/Muggsy_Malone/prweb1316224.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/Hip_Hop/Muggsy_Malone/prweb1316224.htm 2008-09-09T16:15:16Z The Black Man Clay Show was honored by Mayor Bob Walkup and the Tucson City Council on September 3rd for winning the ACM Music Video Award. Today, a controversial new video featuring Black Man Clay's song "Stand Up!" has surfaced on youtube.com. The video features footage of Democracy Now! Host Amy Goodman being unlawfully arrested by the St. Paul police as she and her producers were reporting from the 2008 Republican National Convention. (PRWeb Sep 11, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1310934.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1310934.htm 2008-09-09T23:12:31Z Senior Executives from MySpace, Pandora, EMI Music, Warner Music and (RED) to Keynote at Top Industry Event. (PRWeb Sep 10, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1313894.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1313894.htm 2008-09-07T14:31:11Z Cartoon character Betty McBethal and her canine sidekick Bongodog vent their frustration with the music industry in "Mad," a pop track that showcases the plight of the unsuccessful musician and the cynical nature of today's music industry structure. (PRWeb Sep 9, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/C-Tracks/Betty_McBethal/prweb1293824.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/C-Tracks/Betty_McBethal/prweb1293824.htm 2008-09-02T08:20:01Z The "All Access Rock Auction" hosted by Backstage Auctions offers up decades of rare and one of a kind memorabilia direct from the personal and private collection of legendary rock and roll promoter David Fishof. (PRWeb Sep 3, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1276804.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1276804.htm 2008-08-26T19:17:28Z Celebrated young Norwegian composer's solo piano album, Stone Rose, is firmly grounded in America; poignant pieces resonate with purity, complemented by flugelhorn, violin and cello. Pianist Ola Gjeilo plans New York-area performances to support the growth of Stone Rose. New age radio and solo piano critics praise Ola Gjeilo's debut album. (PRWeb Aug 27, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/StoneRose/OlaGjeilo/prweb1251904.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/StoneRose/OlaGjeilo/prweb1251904.htm 2008-08-25T12:44:11Z NEW VENUE: Event to be held at Museum of Jewish Heritage in Battery Park (PRWeb Aug 26, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1247284.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1247284.htm 2008-08-26T14:09:14Z The first online music label to give 100% of its net profits to water projects in the developing world joins with an original and bold electric guitar player, Nic Mc, www.nicmc.com (PRWeb Aug 25, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1207034.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1207034.htm 2008-08-19T16:09:28Z Makaveli the Don Will No Doubt Be Saluting His Soldiers From Thug Heaven for Carrying the Torch and Inspiring Millions With The Worldwide Launch of 1 Nation (PRWeb Aug 20, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1144284.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1144284.htm 2008-08-14T23:47:29Z P. Miller Makes History As The First Hip-Hop Entrepreneur To Own A Television Network, Is The Youngest Chairman In The Game, And Takes His Fast-Paced, Growing Brand to Wall Street. (PRWeb Aug 15, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/betterblacktv/20080815/prweb1214764.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/betterblacktv/20080815/prweb1214764.htm 2008-08-13T10:29:15Z Successful businessman and entrepreneur Percy Miller has officially changed his name to P. Miller and will no longer respond to the name "Master P." (PRWeb Aug 13, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1209354.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1209354.htm 2008-08-11T14:54:41Z Using the power of song and the universal language of music, this unique band helps raise awareness and money for worthy charities fighting world problems. (PRWeb Aug 12, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1201644.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1201644.htm 2008-08-15T10:43:14Z His new enhanced album, Cosmix, blends Ram Dass' celebrated words and chilled electronica beats mixed by Down-under DJ Kriece. CD enhanced with video of Ram Dass' final recorded conversation with Timothy Leary. Related promotional campaigns on YouTube, MySpace and at radio and retail offer devotees new ways to connect. (PRWeb Aug 12, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/RamDass/Cosmix/prweb1201264.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/RamDass/Cosmix/prweb1201264.htm 2008-08-07T15:48:15Z The Bandwidth Conference, which takes place August 14 & 15 in San Francisco, explores issues of interest to the music and technology communities and the continuing fusion between the industries. (PRWeb Aug 11, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1191894.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1191894.htm 2008-08-05T03:26:30Z HyperDiy are the worlds first 'Record label replacement service' allowing bands access to facilities traditionally associated with having a record deal, but for fixed, modest fees and taking not one % in royalties from the artist. Aimed at artists, bands and small labels. HyperDiy can handle anything from simple online distribution to a full campaign including Videos and radio plugging and a number of ever expending territories around the world. (PRWeb Aug 7, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/distribution/promotion/prweb1180344.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/distribution/promotion/prweb1180344.htm 2008-07-29T15:50:59Z The Bandwidth Conference gathers professionals from the music, media and digital music industries, and explores the evolving musical experience. Bandwidth 2008 takes place August 14 and 15 in San Francisco. (PRWeb Jul 31, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1159304.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1159304.htm 2008-07-24T16:11:19Z The Bandwidth Conference gathers professionals from the music, media and digital music industries, and explores the evolving musical experience. Bandwidth 2008 takes place August 14 and 15 in San Francisco. (PRWeb Jul 24, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1139694.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1139694.htm 2008-07-21T12:05:58Z LA-based singer-songwriter WAZ will be independently releasing "The Secret" EP exclusively on iTunes on July 28th, 2008. "The Secret" EP was mixed by Jamie Candiloro (REM, Ryan Adams) & produced by Will Golden (Gary Jules, Meiko, Jay Brannan, Joe Purdy). (PRWeb Jul 22, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/WAZ/TheSecret/prweb1129634.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/WAZ/TheSecret/prweb1129634.htm 2008-07-21T11:35:36Z "Across the Crystal Sea" features Grammy-winning pianist Danilo Perez in an orchestral setting, with the stellar production team of producer Tommy LiPuma, arranger Claus Ogerman, and engineer Al Schmitt. The ravishing results are a tour de force for Perez, and for his producer, "one of my personal favorites" from his own distinguished discography. (PRWeb Jul 22, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1130054.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1130054.htm 2008-07-17T13:10:52Z The Billions Corporation is pleased to announce that Steven Himmelfarb, formerly of Paquin Entertainment in Toronto, has followed Trey Many and Andrew Morgan of the former Aero Booking to the internationally recognized independent booking agency. (PRWeb Jul 21, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1118804.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1118804.htm 2008-07-15T22:39:38Z The Alliance for Community Media presented their Hometown Video Awards (the Emmy of public access channels) for 2008 July 9th in Washington, DC at the ACM annual conference. Advocates for grassroots media for over thirty years, the ACM promotes excellence in local broadcasting and maximum public access to the airwaves. Winning an award in the music video category was the 30-minute The Black Man Clay Show, produced in Tucson, Arizona by Eric Heithaus. "The Black Man Clay Show" is currently being broadcast in the Metropolitan New York and other areas around the country. (PRWeb Jul 17, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/blackmanclay/acmmusicvideoaward/prweb1111874.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/blackmanclay/acmmusicvideoaward/prweb1111874.htm 2008-07-16T11:29:55Z Top Bay Area recording facility, Fantasy Studios at Zaentz Media Center has just completed major renovations, transforming one of the most requested studios in Northern California into an even more sought after space. During the renovations, architects and technicians were careful to preserve the rich history and heritage of Fantasy Studios, where platinum records by Creedence Clearwater Revival, Santana, Journey, Green Day, En Vogue, Aerosmith and countless others have been made during its 40-year history. The tradition of providing an inimitably creative environment continues, as Fantasy Studios has also been the recording studio of choice for some of today's hottest artists including Counting Crows, The Donnas, AFI, Ozomatli, and the Kronos Quartet. (PRWeb Jul 17, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1115024.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1115024.htm 2008-07-15T17:38:27Z "Speaker Bunny" is out and available now digitally worldwide. (PRWeb Jul 16, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/hitmemusic/speakerbunny/prweb1111164.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/hitmemusic/speakerbunny/prweb1111164.htm 2008-09-24T23:48:28Z Black Wolf Records' recording artist Wanted has established a new voice in the reggae music scene with tracks produced out of the legendary Marley family owned Tuff Gong studios, with proceeds going to hungry children in the town of Jacmel, Haiti. (PRWeb Jul 15, 2008) Read the full story at http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/wanted_pr/7_10_2008/prweb1086624.htm http://billboard.prweb.com/releases/wanted_pr/7_10_2008/prweb1086624.htm