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The virtuoso guitarist known internationally as E.V.G. has re-released his popular full-length instrumental LP record, “V.2.” The LP has been published proudly as an independent release around the world without the involvement of a parent company or other corporate music entity. The record is the second collection of original songs by E.V.G. to be released to music fans worldwide, and appeared on online music vendor shelves on 9 March 2015. Melodic, highly textured, and boasting some of the most creative and colorfully composed music to be heard from either indie experts or industry professionals in recent memory, “V.2” from E.V.G. is instrumental music that will appeal to true music aficionados and those searching for original soundtrack material alike.

Engine refreshes the indie scene with a new, action-packed music video and coordinated tour in the southern central U.S.

It seems as though a war is currently being waged against free music. I recently wrote about Taylor Swift and her recent one woman stand against streaming service Spotify after she removed all of her music from the site.

 The iconic John Cooper Clarke, infamous for his combinations of custom crafted poetry, sharp satirical wit, melancholic language, and hilarious political puns is making his way back to North America with a 10 city tour in the U.S. and Canada. The tour kicks off on April 30 in Las Vegas and culminates in Toronto on May 16. Treasured and adored across Europe, John Cooper Clarke is known in the U.S.A. today for his dry Manchurian wit on the final moments of the HBO Series, The Sopranos. 

A new YouTube trend seems to have us well and truly in its grip and the person heading this exciting new craze? It’s none other than Britney Spears.

Do you leave music on for your pets when you leave the house in the hopes that they won’t get lonely while you’re gone and start shredding your furniture? Apparently you’re not alone! Now there has been an actual scientific study to measure what music appeals the most to cats.

Madonna has revealed her dismay over the fact that her latest album Rebel Heart was leaked ahead of its official release. She has described the leak as “artistic rape” and though that may sound a bit dramatic, it probably accurately encapsulates the feelings that artists that have been through similar things go through.

Yesterday was International women’s day and to celebrate, Spotify have released the figures for the most streamed female artists. Rihanna was revealed to be the most streamed female, meaning that she is currently the most popular female artist in the world.

Sterling Fox is a recording artist and songwriter from New York City. With his unique, narrative style of lyric writing and unusual melodies, Fox has slowly risen to prominence in the music world. He has worked with Lana Del Rey, Adam Levine, Madonna, and others mainly as a songwriter. The records he has worked on have sold more than 12 million copies. With the success, however, came frustration in contributing to the soul crushing cycle of meaningless pop music with little to no recognition.

The DJ, composer and producer of instrumental hip hop known as Mo Beatz has released his latest flagship single, “5 Star General.” The track has been proudly published on the Mo Better Beatz independent music label without the influence or participation of the corporate music industry. Full of groove, packed with drum ‘n’ bass, and emotionally charged with the social injustices of the continuing struggle for true, civil rights in the United States, “5 Star General” by Mo Beatz is a hard-hitting hip-hop instrumental with a striking official video available soon for viewing worldwide.

PORTLAND, OREGON CROSSOVER POP-OPERA

DUO BETH DONNELLY AND DOUG FELLER

ANNOUNCE THREE STYLISTICALLY UNIQUE EVENTS

TO WRAP THEIR 2014-15 MUSICAL SEASON

Fabiostar, an emerging artist or musician has released his new and latest extended play with the title “Bursting Emotions.” The EP is a combination of fun, energetic, light  and soothing music that will add soul to the life of listeners.

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Four major ticket resale sites have announced that they will be changing the ways they operate in order to avoid misleading customers. Stubhub, Seatwave, Viagogo and Get Me In have all agreed to changes that will mean that consumers get clearer information about the tickets they are purchasing.

EMERGING POP/ROCK SINGER/SONGWRITER ANNIE BANY
RIDS WINTER BLUES WITH THE RELEASE OF HER EDGY, INFECTIOUS
NEW SINGLE 'PARADISE'

Don’t Look Back: The Muscle Shoals Sessions

Produced by Tom Hambridge and Blessed by FAME founder Rick Hall

Cyril Neville’s Royal Southern Brotherhood Eyes May 26^th For 3^rd Studio Album

“They are not a band – they are an extravaganza” – John Hiatt

The court case brought against Robin Thicke by Marvin Gaye’s family over claims that his song Blurred Lines copied Gaye’s Got to Give it Up is due to end on Friday and could well set a dangerous precedence for artists in the future.

POWERHOUSE FEMALE DANCE/POP DUO STASH SET TO PERFORM 
AT SPRING BREAK EVENTS IN TEXAS AND FLORIDA

Fresh Off Their First West Coast Radio Tour, STASH's Debut Single 
"Tear Me Down" Holds Steady at #34 on the Billboard Indicator Chart and a Top 5 New Independent Artist for Eight Straight Weeks

The rocker known as Chad Bandit has released his debut LP record, “The Morning After.” The album comprises 10 original tracks for an approximate total listening time of half an hour. It has been proudly published as an independent release on Bandit's own eponymous label without the involvement of the corporate music industry. Raw and natural, boasting a mellow tone of aggression not often heard in rock nor in pop music, “The Morning After” by Chad Bandit is a debut record that has already attracted a broad range of music fans.

Legendary drummer Morgan Ågren has released his debut solo LP record, “Batterie Deluxe.”

Legendary drummer Morgan Ågren has released his debut solo LP record, “Batterie Deluxe.” The full-length record comprises 14 original tracks for an approximate total listening time of 50 minutes. It has been published as an independent release outside the control and influence of the corporate music industry, bearing a copyright at outlets such as Amazon.com which reads, “2014 Morgan Records not the cars.” An eclectic and intriguing kaleidoscope of sonic textures, “Batterie Deluxe” by Morgan Ågren is one of those records the music world has been waiting to hear for years.

The composer and producer of digital dance music known as Atomicred has released his latest official single, “EJ TY.” The track has been published on the Mental HDR independent music label. A corresponding official music video has also been made available for viewing online everywhere. Upbeat, pounding, and full of the energy European house music has come to be known and loved for, “EJ TY” by Atomicred is the latest reason for partygoers around the world to crank up their stereos and get dancing.