Radio Programmers Newsletter - March 3, 2008
The winner of the AirPlay Direct “All Things Digital AAA / Alt. Rock” artist contest is Skidmore Fountain!
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at http://www.airplaydirect.com/SkidmoreFountain
Skidmore Fountain is an indie rock band that feels both classic and unconventional, comfortable and disquieting. Five-string electric cello (its fifth string acts as bass), guitar, drums, and vocals make up the Brooklyn-based band. Multi-Grammy award-winning producer Ken Lewis (John Legend, David Byrne, Beastie Boys) produced the band’s
11-track album, Break (Triple R Records). With Break, what you’ll get is a complex, textural and certainly modern sound. “A lot of innovative and enjoyable music here,” Music Morsels wrote of the disc. “On their sophomore record, Brooklyn’s Skidmore Fountain sprays out poppy streams of alt-rock with surprising dexterity,” proclaimed CMJ New Music Report. “The gobs of catchy choruses seem destined for crowd shout-alongs.” It was in Brooklyn that the original three multi-instrumentalists of Skidmore Fountain-Randy Bergida, Steven Cohen and Topu Lyo-joined with veteran drummer Dylan Wissing (Johnny Socko, Julia Jones). Together, the solid quartet quickly gelled into an advanced, exciting group, channeling influences like Gang of Four, David Bowie and the Specials through Skidmore Fountain’s unique indie rock orchestration.
Throughout the months of January and February, AirPlay Direct ran our FREE to enter “All Things Digital AAA / Alt. Rock” artist contest. The winner Skidmore Fountain will receive the Grand Prize package which is worth over $17,600.00 and includes:
- A recording studio package for a master quality EP (5 songs) from Offensive Tie Music Group ($10,260 value) www.offensivetie.com
- An 8 week national College radio promotion campaign from the Planetary Group ($3,000 value) www.planetarygroup.com
- A 12 week national PR / Media campaign from BigFatCat PR ($2,100 value) www.bigfatcat.net
- A “featured” live performance slot at PLAY:STL Music Festival & Conference (value…priceless) www.playstlfest.com
- A 3 month “box ad” on www.playbackstl.com ($500 value)
- A “Featured Artist” advertising / promotion package from AirPlay Direct (a $1,500 value) www.AirPlayDirect.com
AIRPLAY DIRECT’S FEATURED ARTISTS FOR MARCH
Jude Johnstone
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at http://www.airplaydirect.com/JudeJohnstone
Jude Johnstone is an award-winning songwriter with a stellar list of artists who have covered her songs including: Stevie Nicks, Bonnie Raitt, Bette Midler, Trisha Yearwood, and Johnny Cash, among others. Jude has been featured on NPR’s “Morning Edition,” her song “Wounded Heart” was used in ABC/Lifetime’s hit television series “Army Wives,” and wrote the # 1 song “The Women Before Me” on Trisha Yearwood’s debut CD. “Blue Light” is her new jazz/blues flavored CD that possesses the sensitive, soulful and poetic qualities found in her previous discs “Coming of Age,” and “On a Good Day.” “Blue Light” conveys the emotional depth of her songwriting delivered in her passionate voice supported by sophisticated, spacious arrangements. It includes musicians Danny Frankel (Rickie Lee Jones, Beck) on drums; David Piltch (K.D. Lang, Madeleine Peyroux) bass; Matt Margucci, trumpet; Marc Macisso, sax, and Freddy Koella (Bob Dylan) on guitar. Recording engineer was Ken Allardyce (Stevie Nicks,
Green Day), Johnstone was the producer, played keyboards and wrote all the songs except a rare co-write on “Best Friend.”
“Johnstone’s torch songs evokes images of smoky clubs and late-night lounges…soulful and sentimental…” - Performing Songwriter Magazine
ABBOTFINNEY
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at http://www.airplaydirect.com/Abbotfinney
Jeffrey Alan is a work in progress. A multi-faceted individual: a singer/songwriter, a designer /sustainable builder, and ultimately a dedicated environmentalist who is committed to combating the threat of climate change and protecting the planet to understand the artist and his vision, you must recognize that the synergy of all his pursuits combined is infinitely more powerful than any individual element of his story. Simply put, Jeffrey Alan has evolved.
Alan is the front-man for the Seattle-based band ABBOTFINNEY, along with band-mates Tarik Abouzied (Bass) and Dave Skaggs (Piano) Nicholas Molenda (drums) Max Keene (guitar), will release their new CD this spring. The sophomore project, produced by Glenn Lorbecki (Third Eye Blind, Weezer, The Violent Femmes), features nine intimate, lyric-based tracks, including “Change,” “Isabella Rain” and the first single, “You Alone,” which shares Jeffrey’s point-of-view that “music is the ultimate form of communication.” Alan explains, “The right lyric or melody allows us to reach out without judgment, fear or rejection. It helps us to grasp our true feelings and inspiration to be who we are.” Jeffrey envisions his music as a rallying cry calling people to discover their own creative paths, hence the new album’s title, WHAT YOU’RE HERE FOR.
“YOU ALONE” IMPACTING AAA / NONCOM RADIO 3/31.
Big Al Carter
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at http://www.airplaydirect.com/BigAlCarter
“Oregon-based rock and bluesman Big Al Carter continues to stockpile rave reviews and Triple A radio airplay nationwide. With a killer debut album, Soul Blue, that electrifies with an authentic rock & roll heart as well as a vintage blues spirit. Big Al is on the verge of becoming, well, bigger. Before stardom hits, Big Al gave CDReviews.com the opportunity to peek into his guitar case.” Michael Sutton, CDReviews.com, Interview A big voice. A big show. That’s BIG AL CARTER. He is one of the freshest, most original and highest energy showmen to emerge on the music scene in many years. His stage charisma and presence are not only taking Portland, but the international music scene by storm. With his raw power and appeal, audiences and listeners are drawn to his sound and energy both live on stage and on his CD’s. Rooted in the Portland blues scene, BIG AL has developed a unique sound that includes both a soulful and hard rockin’ flavor at the same time. Not limited by just the blues, BIG AL incorporates
rock, swing, gospel and most importantly soul into his sound.
Patsy McGlamry-Dean
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at http://www.airplaydirect.com/PatsyMcGlamryDean
Wow - with an abundant 18 songs, “Heartaches” is one CD you do not want to pass up; especially if you’re looking for your fill of tear-in-your-beer, good-bye relationship songs! Mandolin and harmonica accompaniment on “I Guess He’s Out Drinking Again” make this favorite of ours come alive with emotion. Patsy McGlamry-Dean certainly showcases her strong skills on both piano and guitar throughout the entire CD. “The Sparkle And The Sheen”, still another love-gone-awry tune, has McGlamry-Dean at her
best vocally. Pick up a copy of this CD for the wonderful sounds of traditional folk country. -Terri and the RadioIndy Team
Patsy has a wide vocal range, and a husky, mellow, soothing voice with lots of resonance. She whistles and yodels, plays harmonica, guitar, and piano.
KAZ
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at http://www.airplaydirect.com/Kaz
KAZ… A unique Pop Rock Singer/Songwriter, with today’s Superstar personality, mind-blowing original music, and worldwide appeal Kaz’s new CD “KING OF THE WORLD” to be released worldwide this March 2008. All 15 original songs written by KAZ have been mixed by industry icon engineer BILL SCHNEE. Industry professionals confirm
that this album has serious hit potential. The songs appeal to both U.S. and International audiences of all ages. KAZ has assembled an elite group of well-known, professional musicians. All musicians performing on the “KING OF THE WORLD” CD, and KAZ touring band members, have either toured or performed with many major label artists, including: Prince - Seal - Alicia Keys - Lenny Kravitz - Jessica Simpson - Kenny Loggins - Whitney Houston - Stevie Wonder - & Dave Koz, just to name a few. =====
AirPlay Direct is pleased to announce our Sponsor for the March edition of our Radio Programmers Newsletter, ASCAP.
AirPlay Direct’s digital delivery services are always FREE to our members thanks to wonderful Sponsors like ASCAP.
ASCAP’s 2008 “I Create Music” EXPO
The only major national conference dedicated to songwriting and composing, is set for April 10-12, 2008 at the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel in Los Angeles, CA.
About ASCAP’s 2008 “I Create Music” EXPO: The most influential conference for songwriting, the ONLY conference devoted to the future of songwriters and composers, the ASCAP “I Create Music” EXPO will take place April 10-12, 2008 at the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel in Los Angeles . AirPlay Direct members can register for the conference
at the low price of $275 - that’s $175 off the full cost of registration! (AirPlay Direct members who are also members of ASCAP get an additional $25 discount.) To get the discount, enter ‘amsong’ in the promo code field in the registration process. Also, for the second year in a row, ASCAP EXPO attendees are invited to attend the fabulous, star- studded ASCAP Pop Music Awards, which will be held at the legendary Kodak Theatre in Los Angeles, CA on April 9th, 2008, the night before the EXPO officially begins.
To register, go to: www.ascap.com/expo
The 2008 EXPO’s unparalleled list of panelists has grown even more. Jackson Browne is confirmed as well as: Glen Ballard | Marilyn Bergman | Bun B | Mary Chapin Carpenter | Chamillionaire | Desmond Child | Julio Reyes Copello | Jackie DeShannon | David Banner | Amaury Gutierrez | Keri Hilson | Mark Hudson | Johnny Mandel | David Paich (Toto) | Linda Perry | John Powell | John Rich | Rivers Rutherford | John Rzeznik (Goo Goo Dolls) | Stephen Schwartz | Darrell Scott | Billy Steinberg and over 150 more… for more info please visit www.ascap.com/eventsawards/events/expo/panelists.html
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Throughout the month of March, AirPlay Direct will be running our FREE to enter “All Things Digital Electronic / Synth-based” artist contest.
The Grand Prize package will include:
- A full “life of project” national radio promotion campaign from Evolution Promotion ($3,000 value)
- An 8 week national PR / Media campaign from Another Reybee Production (value $8,000)
- A “Featured Artist” package from MOVEMENT Magazine that includes a “Feature Interview” on the winning artist (value.. priceless), a 1/2 page print ad (value $800) and a banner ad on www.MovementMagazine.com for 3 months (value $525)
- 1,000 full color retail ready CDs from CD Rollout (value $1,290)
- A full 15 song CD audio mastering package from Diamondisc Audio (value $500)
- A “Featured Artist” advertising / promotion package from AirPlay Direct ($1,500 value)
The Grand Prize Package is valued at $15,615.00…!
This contest is FREE TO ENTER and very simple. The only three requirements to enter are that you must be an AirPlay Direct artist / label member (free to join), your music must fall into the Electronic / Synth- based genre and you must submit your AirPlay Direct DPK to office@airplaydirect.com prior to the official entry deadline of March 25th. Whether you are an indie artist or a well established record label with a roster, pick your best songs, you can submit from 1 to 3 tracks per artist. Please make sure to note that you are submitting for the Electronic / Synth-based artist contest. Deadline for submissions is March 25th. The winner will be announced and “Featured” in the April Radio Programmers Newsletter, as well as in a company press release to all media outlets.
A little about the Evolution Promotion:
Evolution Promotion www.evolutionpromotion.com is an artist development company who are committed to helping artists to evolve to their full potential. As a full service company we offer all the key essentials necessary for a successful campaign - Radio Promotion, Tour Promotion, Internet Marketing,
Direct Consumer Marketing, Web Design, and Consulting services that capitalize on crucial opportunities that build careers.
The Evolution Promotion team creates custom campaigns merging our services and our client’s goals to achieve breakthrough success at Radio, on the Net and in the Market Place, setting the foundation for long-term success. Through these activities, artists will gain recognition that result in maximum awareness. Evolution is wholly committed to the vital process of artist development and aims to become a relied upon source for our artist’s first and subsequent releases.
A little about the Another Reybee Production:
For most artists, the world of publicity is a straight ahead idea: get press for the project being worked. But at Another Reybee Production (www.reybee.com), we don’t just focus on the campaign being built “right now”. We focus on a band’s career - past, present and future… and it’s not just about the music either. Priding ourselves on building media excitement as well as artist profiles, we build sideways, expanding the personalities in the band while promoting the hell out of the band every which way possible.
Representing only artists and campaigns that we collectively love and enjoy, we choose our roster based on talent and quality not “scenes” or “trends”. Recent campaigns include: Chiodos, Turbonegro, Hawthorne Heights, Mindless Self Indulgence, IAMX, Greg Laswell, Meat Beat Manifesto, Bayside, Emery, Miss Derringer, and Less Than Jake.
A little about the Movement Magazine:
Since 1992 MOVEMENT Magazine www.MovementMagazine.com has been a vehicle for free expression and creativity. The fierce independence of the magazine assures a refreshing difference from the other more sterile “alternatives.” One of, if not the first, magazine to mirror itself online MOVEMENT Magazine is well known from taking chances and breaking new ground and has been on the forefront of the underground scene consistently featuring new artists right alongside the industries most influential
legends. From the onset of the alternative and dance culture movements of the early ‘90’s MOVEMENT Magazine has been there to report on it from a street level perspective. MOVEMENT is the result of an amazing network of volunteers from around the world who all lend their special talents. Artists of all kinds continually help redefine the look and feel of the magazine, simultaneously bringing a new style and edge to the forefront of the progressive underground culture. Visit the magazines web site and view a PDF of each issue and access the magazines blogs packed with music reviews, news and events.
A little about the CDROLLOUT.COM:
WHAT MAKES CDROLLOUT.COM DIFFERENT? We offer CD and DVD replication as well as a wide range of services to market and promote your CD or DVD at wholesale rates. It’s our “one-stop-shop” convenience that sets us apart from other companies. www.cdrollout.com Our state of the art facilities allows us to offer the industries lowest prices and quality product. We are known for our excellent service and client satisfaction because integrity and personal attention are important to us.
AirPlay Direct members please contact us for your special discount!
A little about the Diamondisc Audio:
Diamondisc Audio www.diamondiscaudio.com is a full-service multimedia company specializing in Audio CD Mastering services. Our world-famous Mastering Package ‘D’ includes full 32-bit processing, full Compression for each song, full EQing for each song, Tube Processing, Vintage EQing and much more to get you that major-label quality sound. The prize package also includes CD Text coding for your songs and Downloadable Mastered Files once your project is completed so you can have instant access
to the mastered version of your CD the moment it is completed (an actual CD Master will be sent as well for manufacturing purposes).
A little about AirPlay Direct:
AirPlay Direct www.AirPlayDirect.com is a new revolutionary, efficient and very cost effective way to securely deliver your “broadcast-quality” music and electronic press kits to radio programmers and music industry professionals around the world. AirPlay Direct is an easy to use digital file transfer system that was developed to streamline radio / artist promotion activities for today’s music industry. AirPlay Direct’s FREE digital services replace the unnecessary time and expense of putting together and sending out costly traditional artist packages and press kits via snail mail.
AirPlay Direct… go straight to the source!
For more information on Evolution Promotion please visit www.evolutionpromotion.com
For more information on Another Reybee Production please visit www.reybee.com
For more information on MOVEMENT Magazine please visit www.MovementMagazine.com
For more information on CDROLLOUT.COM please visit www.cdrollout.com
For more information on Diamondisc Audio please visit www.diamondiscaudio.com
For more information on AirPlay Direct please visit www.AirPlayDirect.com