October 25, 2005
Fred Rogers Musical Tribute Lands in Stores Soon;CD features Amy Grant, Crystal Gayle, Roberta Flack, Maureen McGovern, BJ Thomas, Ricky Skaggs and Other Top Artists
Top artists pay tribute to Fred Rogers with ‘Songs from the Neighborhood,’ spotlighting Rogers' prodigious songwriting talent. A portion of proceeds will benefit the Fred Rogers Fund. Retail digipak includes “Making of” DVD; available nationwide in November.
(PRWEB) October 21, 2005 -- "Songs from the Neighborhood: The Music of Mister Rogers," a starry musical tribute to the amazing song- writing talents of Mister Fred Rogers, will be on retail stores shelves by mid-November. The release, which features an audio CD and “making of” music DVD featuring behind-the-scenes interviews with all of the artists,will be available wherever music is sold.
A portion of proceeds from the sale of Songs from the Neighborhood will be donated to the non-profit Fred Rogers Fund, at Family Communications, Inc. When Joanne Rogers, Fred's widow, heard the CD she was thrilled: "It was such a wonderful experience to hear this recording. I loved every single song.”
Twelve top artists - who together have earned more than 70 Grammy and Dove Awards – translated their love for Mister Rogers by recording all-new arrangements of Mister Rogers’ songs. The artists include Amy Grant, BJ Thomas, Bobby Caldwell, CeCe Winans, Crystal Gayle, Donna Summer, John Pizzarelli, Jon Secada, Maureen McGovern, Ricky Skaggs, Roberta Flack, and introducing, Toni Rose. Dennis Scott, a Grammy Award recipient, produced the album with styles ranging from pop rock to jazz and bluegrass. The entire ensemble joins together for the last track, “Thank You for Being You,” an original song by Dennis Scott. “The making of” DVD will also be included as a bonus, featuring artists performing their song and candid interviews and stories about their fondest memories of Mister Rogers."Songs from the Neighborhood" offers families a soundtrack for living – these are songs to share in the car, at home, and during those quiet snuggle-up moments that parents, grandparents and children cherish. Adults will enjoy and appreciate the new musical arrangements, and the lyrics will help reinforce a child’s self-esteem.
Two years after his passing, Fred Rogers remains an American icon. In fact, the third most requested item by visitors at the Smithsonian Institution is Mister Rogers’ red sweater, hand-knitted by his mom. His show is still the longest-running program on PBS television. Children everywhere continue to smile when they hear Fred sing, “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?”
The national retail release will feature a dual disc digi-pak including an audio CD and DVD, which will be available at retail for a suggested price of $17.98. Song lyrics, sound samples and artist information are available at www.songsfromtheneighborhood.com. The retail distributor is Nostalgia Ventures, Inc.: www.nostalgiaventures.com or 800-886-0551.
"Songs from the Neighborhood: The Music of Fred Rogers" is on the Grammy Award balloting this fall in two categories: Album of the Year and Best Musical Album for Children.
About the Artists
The artists on Songs from the Neighborhood remember Mister Rogers fondly and offer up fresh interpretations of his songwriting. These new versions by Grammy Award-winning producer Dennis Scott point to the depth of these beloved songs. All are Fred Rogers originals that were performed on "Mister Rogers Neighborhood." One new composition, "Thank You for Being You," was written by Dennis Scott and features the entire ensemble of guest artists in a heartfelt tribute to the man who means so much to both children and grownups everywhere.
KEYWORDS [ Mister Rogers
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October 13, 2005
Social Distortion, Don’t Take Them For Granted
Social Distortion is back with an inspired new album writes Music Matters’ Jen Hilbert. After the tragic loss of guitarist and cofounder, Dennis Danell five years ago, frontman Mike Ness is still doing it his way as he wrangles the difficult emotions of losing his close friend and bandmate into what is, “quite possibly, the best album Social D has ever produced.”
(PRWEB) October 12, 2005 -- Social Distortion is back with an inspired new album writes Music Matters’ Jen Hilbert. After the tragic loss of guitarist and cofounder Dennis Danell five years ago, frontman Mike Ness is still doing it his way as he wrangles the difficult emotions of losing his close friend and bandmate into what is, “quite possibly, the best album Social D has ever produced.”Their latest recording, called Sex, Love and Rock and Roll, maintains the integrity of the Social Distortion sound, sticking with the formula that brought the band success for the last 27 years.
The music is timeless poetry put to music, writes Hilbert, who says that Social Distortion’s songs, “offer a musical shoulder to lean on and the inspiration that’s often required to overcome adversity.”
Joining Ness on the new album, are guitarist Jonny Wickersham, drummer Charlie Quintana, and longtime Social Distortion bassist John Maurer.
Over the last three decades Ness beat drug addiction, got married, had kids, and lost a dear friend, but, he survived the journey and continues to make great music and increase Social Distortion’s fan base every year. Not to be taken for granted, Hilbert hails Social Distortion as a legendary band in both American music and in rock and roll history.
MusicMatters Magazine is a monthly, four color, glossy publication dedicated to music, art and culture in Southern California. 10,000 copies are distributed for free each month at over 500 key points, such as record store, venues and music related retailers throughout LA, Orange County and San Diego.
KEYWORDS [ Social Distortion
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September 29, 2005
Post-prog Metal Ruby Bullet Has "Nothing Left to Bleed On"
Trio loses guitar player, releases debut album for free download.
New York, NY (PRWEB) September 28, 2005 -- Melodic, post-prog metal trio Ruby Bullet has released their debut album "Nothing Left to Bleed on". The album is available for free download through www.rubybullet.com.
The release came less than a week after guitarist Josh Rivel announced his departure from the project.
For the remaining members, releasing the album for free was an instictual choice. "This took everything we had to make," says bassist/vocalist Suzanne Sterne. "I think we made a really great record and I want as many people to hear it as possible."
The eight track debut was recorded and mixed with Grammy-winning engineer and producer Jason Corsaro (Soundgarden, Motorhead) and features original cover artwork by Amanda Keeys.
And what about not being able perform live to support the record? "The band has been Pete (Vassil, drummer) and I from the beginning," says Sterne. "I'm positive we'll be able to fill the position with the right player very soon."
Sterne and Vassil are currently auditioning guitar players in their New York City studio.
"Nothing Left to Bleed on" is available for download through www.rubybullet.com.
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September 28, 2005
J.Juice releases Johnny B Good Gospel Rap CD
Would You Let Your Kids Listen to This?
J.Juice has released his second CD entitled "Johnny B Good," that will make you walk away feeling empowered and encouraged to shift gears.
(PRWEB) September 23, 2005 -- J. Juice, an up and coming gospel rapper has released his second CD entitled “Johnny B Good”, under his record label, Juicy Records. When asked how he feels about the new album, he commented, “I have Shifted Gears on the new album. I believe that listeners will walk away feeling empowered, inspired, and encouraged to Shift Gears as well.” The CD is packed with positive messages for today’s youth. The first single, “I’m Shifting Gears” will encourage you to spend more time with God. The first single also includes a video directed by J. Juice, show casing several of today’s youth. This video is family oriented and can be enjoyed by the whole family. The second single from the album is “Fire.” It will help today’s youth understand that no matter what you are going through in life, with God on your side, you can do all things. Another song on the album entitled “Run and Tell” helps people to understand that God is a forgiving God. No matter what lays behind in your past, once you accept Christ as your savior, it is buried in a sea of forgetfulness, never to be thought of again. You may be asking yourself, what makes this CD different from any other hip hop/rap CD out there? The answer is simple, J. Juice offers music that is comparable to the secular music market that today’s youth is listening to. Instead of all the negative messages that parents are concerned about their children hearing. J.Juice is offering positive messages that parents are happy to let their children hear. The music still has those catchy hooks and strong beats that attracts today’s youth. In addition, the CD has bonus tracks by J.Juices’ newest group “The Compound.” You are sure to be blessed by their powerful lyrics. Now is the time for you to spread the word to your audience.
For more information visit www.jjuice.com or www.cdbaby.com/jjuice2.
KEYWORDS [ Gospel Rap
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August 01, 2005
Lil' Kim To Reveal The "Naked Truth" On Sept. 13th
Queen Bee/Atlantic recording artist Lil' Kim
Lil' Kim has already given her fans a first look at "NAKED TRUTH
" via the advance buzz track "Shut Up," which is lighting up radio mixshows across the country. The timely and provocative track finds Kim openly confronting her critics, especially those who spread gossip and rumors about her life. "You ain't paying my bills, so you ain't sayin' nothing," she raps in the song. "Ain't keepin' it real then you need to stop frontin'... Get your facts straight or shut up bitch."
On "NAKED TRUTH," the Queen Bee collaborates with a line-up of today's hottest hip-hop producers, including Kanye West, Scott Storch (T.I., R Kelly, 50 Cent, The Game), 7 Aurelius (Mariah Carey, LL Cool J), Fredwreck (Snoop Dogg, Cypress Hill), Hot Runner (Eve, Cassidy), and Red Spyda.
Kim's new album follows 2003's "LA BELLA MAFIA," which made its Billboard 200 debut at #5. That collection included the top-charting smash, "Magic Stick," as well as the hit singles "The Jump Off" and "Thug Luv."
Lil' Kim first stepped into the world's spotlight as part of the late Notorious B.I.G.'s rap collective Junior M.A.F.I.A., in which she was the lone female member. Her thugged-out Betty Boop delivery on tracks such as "Player's Anthem" and "Get Money" helped propel Junior M.A.F.I.A.'s 1995 RIAA gold certified Big Beat/Atlantic debut, "CONSPIRACY," into the top 10 on the Billboard 200, and established Kim as Bonnie to Biggie's Clyde.
In 1996, Kim unleashed her classic debut solo collection, "HARD CORE
2000's "THE NOTORIOUS K.I.M." saw Lil' Kim's star continue to rise as she graced the covers of such magazines as The Source, XXL, Interview, and Vibe. In 2001, Lil' Kim teamed with Christina Aguilera, Pink, Mya, and Missy Elliott for the blockbuster remake of "Lady Marmalade." The track's success led to Kim winning her first-ever Grammy Award, for "Best Pop Collaboration With Vocals."
Have you taken the Sex in Music Survey?
What list of sexy rappers would be complete without Trina the Baddest Bitch and her 69 Ways and let's not forget about SisQo and his Thong Song (even if it is a little dated). [ Lil Kim WALL POSTER
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