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The singer, songwriter, and newly returned artist of R 'n' B and soul known as Taylor James has released his latest LP record album, “Olde School.” The LP is comprised of eight original James tracks for an approximate total listening time of 40 minutes. Like the rest of his contemporary rhythm and blues, “Olde School” has been published on the Hearts of Gold Music independent record label. Carved out of the synth-powered, popular rhythm 'n' blues style of the late '70s and early '80s, “Olde School” by Taylor James is easily one of the best R 'n' B albums to be released in decades.

Since officially launching the site in 2012, Album Cover Hall of Fame inducted two previous classes based on the results from the group’s yearly surveys (the initial class focused on nominees who began their careers as album cover artists between the years 1960 – 1975, while last year's class included nominees who began their careers as album cover artists between the years 1976 – 1990). Nearly new 200 biographies were added for consideration by the esteemed panel of writers, curators of galleries (retail and online) that focus on album cover imagery, art/design museum curators and music marketing experts.

L.A. based singer-songwriter Natalia Safran has teamed with Canadian DJ/Producer Cajjmere Wray to remix her single “All I Feel Is You” into a driving tribal/house anthem, an ode to love lost and one man’s life defying struggle.   The original single exuded a haunting, indie feel which quickly resonated with Safran’s legions of fans.  

Anthony Paul has released his debut single "OCD (Only Chick Down)" on November 3rd, 2014, which is his first original song as part of an EP to be released in 2015.

INDIE POP DUO BLUE TOFU’S LATEST SINGLE ‘HUNGER TANGO’ VAULTS INTO THE TOP TEN ON THE BILLBOARD HOT SINGLES SALES CHART, JUMPING TO #6

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Video Outlets, Blue Tofu has also Made Music Connection Magazine Influential "Hot 100 Indie List” for 2014

On Indie Anthems Vol. 9, singer-songwriters prevail as they share some of the more moving and emotional music on the album, all of which both seize and relax the engaged listener.

Singer-songwriters are a genre of artists that never really leave music lovers’ favorites lists, as they incite powerful emotions with music that is light on the ears but strong on the heart strings. Featured on Indie Anthems Vol. 9, three singer-songwriter groups, Kai Killion, Marty O’Reilly and Ursina, join other indie artists on this 16-track digital mixtape, the latest installment of the indie musician series from WiFi PR Group. The Indie Anthems mixtapes, released at major festivals and music events throughout the year, introduce these artists to both music fans and industry tastemakers who sense the defining roles in the future of the music world.

The singer and songwriter of contemporary R 'n' B and soul known as Taylor James has released his latest single, “Good News.” It has been proudly published on the Hearts of Gold Music independent record label, entirely without financial or managerial support from the corporate music entities. Infused with elements of funk, soul, gospel and rhythm 'n' blues, “Good News” is a glorious modern iteration of the Motown sound as well as an upbeat musical push for better social values.

The popular guitarist and songwriter from Wales known as Dave Stephen has released his latest LP record, “Taith.” It comprises 12 original tracks for an approximate total running time of 50 minutes, and has been published on the Bricsan independent music label. Founded on principles of folk, Celtic, and rock music with elements of other genres stirred in for good measure, “Taith” is the most recent example of the rich, contemporary musical culture of Wales, showcased here by Dave Stephen.

Released at CMJ Music Marathon in October, Indie Anthems Vol. 9 features three electronic artists that shatter the mold and push for what will be the latest sounds in the electronic genre.

The 12-year-old singer and songwriter known as Sam Levin has released his debut EP album, “I'm in Here.” The album comprises five original and previously unreleased tracks for an approximate total listening time of 20 minutes, making for a satisfying introduction to this rapidly rising star from New York City. It has been published on the Clarence Productions independent music label. Upbeat, soulful, startlingly introspective and based on pure rock and roll principles, “I'm in Here” is an EP everyone should be paying attention to, and for several reasons.

On November 15^th Rex Buchanan is set to release his latest deep house record Zoomin’, which is available as a FREE download from Rex’s official Soundcloud page as well as on Beatport, iTunes and all the major online retailers. Released via his own label Discosapien Records, Zoomin’ embraces soulful psychedelic vocals alongside heavy yet refined bass lines and is laced with underground house beats that come together to create a true to form deep house hit record. Rex also created a video mix of the track which be viewed on his Youtube channel.

Chicago’s Riot Fest & Carnival announces discounted Holiday Presale tickets and Karma Cash Available Tuesday, November 25th, 2014 at 10:00 am

NEW YORK, NY (November 24, 2014) - Pro Sound Effects®, the next level sound effects library company, has released the first video in its Sound Design Spotlight Series featuring Ryan Billia of Rumble Audio in Brooklyn, NY. The Spotlight Series is designed to bring awareness to the art and craft of sound design and to provide practical knowledge and inspiration for the growing number of aspiring sound designers.

"The Silver Lining" is the first single from Walking Into White, the fourth solo CD by Sarah McQuaid, featuring three tracks taken from the album: an upbeat original song, an original guitar instrumental and a cover of Ewan MacColl's "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face". You can hear all three tracks here: https://soundcloud.com/sarah-mcquaid

LOS ANGELES, CA (FRIDAY NOVEMBER 21, 2014) - DENGUE FEVER (www.denguefevermusic.com), whose exotic blend of Cambodian rock, Afro grooves, surf, and garage psych confirmed today that they will be headed to Asia for first-ever tour dates in Seoul, South Korea, Tokyo, Japan and a return to Hong Kong.The band leaves today in support of their Korean-only CD/LP career spanning ‘best-of’ compilation Swallow The Sun on Beatball Records (http://www.beatballrecords.com). Track listing below:

(Cincinnati, OH) - The bearded, classic rock loving dudes in Buffalo Killers will be releasing a brand new record on 11/24 called Fireball of Sulk. Today, with the help of Yahoo! Music, they are letting you hear the new tracks early. Check it out here.

Hal Leonard publishes Producing Music with ProTools 11 and Mixing & Mastering with ProTools 11 by Glenn Lorbecki and Greg "Stryke" Chin

The Canadian singer, songwriter and guitarist known as Rick Ivanoff has released his latest LP record, “Rick Ivanoff – a Collection.” The self-titled record comprises eight original tracks for an approximate total listening time of half an hour. It has been proudly published on the Dog Star Music independent record label without support from the corporate music industry. Full of unstoppable hooks and widely varied pop songwriting, “Rick Ivanoff – a Collection” is the definitive Ivanoff music experience.

Rap and hip-hop artist Tonik Slam a.k.a., Got Loonch? has today dropped his debut solo album ‘Hell-A-Cold’ on Cakestation Records, featuring westcoast hip-hop legend Kokane and available now to listen to on Tonik Slam’s official SoundCloud page.