AirPlay Direct Artist Membership Surpasses 12,000 Member Mark
For Immediate Release:
Contact: Robert Weingartz
rdw@airplaydirect.com
AIRPLAY DIRECT OFFICIALLY SURPASSES THE 12,000 ARTIST MEMBER MARK
On July 20th, 2008 AirPlay Direct hit a very important company milestone as our artist membership grew beyond the 12,000 mark. AirPlay Direct has done very little corporate advertising and this growth is a direct reflection of professional referrals made by the company’s loyal and expanding member base, and industry “word of mouse”.
AirPlay Direct also has over 2,500 radio station members, with current membership spanning 100 countries globally. And to date, AirPlay Direct has now delivered over 2,000,000 digital packages on behalf of our members saving them over $20,000,000 in the process.
“I am very pleased at the on-going and exponential growth AirPlay Direct is experiencing. It has taken us three years and a tremendous amount of effort by all involved (including our members) to grow the company to this point. 2008 is going to be a very big year for AirPlay Direct as the music industry continues to evolve and embrace digital delivery as never before.” Robert Weingartz, CEO / AirPlay Direct
AirPlay Direct is currently looking for strong strategic partnerships and investors to accelerate our growth and technology initiatives. Interested parties should respond to office@airplaydirect.com
AirPlay Direct… go straight to the source!
For more information on AirPlay Direct please visit www.AirPlayDirect.com
AirPlay Direct’s “All Things Digital Girls Rock, Girls Rule Artist Contest 2008
AirPlay Direct has confirmed the dates for our “All Things Digital Girls Rock, Girls Rule” Artist Contest for the month of August 2008.
We have confirmed most of our Co-Sponsors for the event and are looking for additional Co-Sponsors in the following Areas:
• PR / Media firms
• Radio stations (announce & feature the winner with an on-air performance and interview)
• Equipment manufacturers or retailers that can contribute an instrument package
• Print publications that can run an ads and do a feature story on the winner of our contest
• Merchandise manufacturers, t-shirts, hats, stickers, etc.
• Festival / live-performance opportunities
• CD / DVD manufacturers
• Video companies to shoot a video
• Photographers / artist photo shoot
• Recording studio / studio time / production services
• A song placement in Film / TV / Music Supervisors
• Web Development / Graphics firm
AirPlay Direct’s Sponsorship / Contest programs are a valuable exposure and marketing tool that serve to help our Sponsors gain new clients, increase their corporate revenue, expose and grow their brand and company, and help them to develop a stronger global corporate presence and digital distribution footprint.
Our Sponsorship / Contest programs really do bring a lot more to the table in the way of press and media impressions, versus just a pure advertising play. These events receive a lot of press and exposure and create tremendous “good-will” and business opportunities within the industry for our Sponsors.
If you are interested in more information on this exciting opportunity, please e-mail us for more information. For more info on AirPlay Direct please visit www.AirPlayDirect.com
Very best regards,
Mike Kreher
Director of Business Development
AirPlay Direct
AirPlay Direct’s Mike Kreher To Sit On Radio Panel
Michael Kreher, Director of Business Development at AirPlay Direct, will be participating in the Radio Panel during the 2008 Music Business TeleWebinar presented by Woo Media Works. The 2008 Music Business TeleWebinar is a 6 Night (July 7th, 8th, 9th, 14th, 15th, and 16th), 90 minute per session, Music Knowledge Event that takes place on the attendees’ phone or computer. Each night Panelist discuss timely topics designed to give the attendee Trends, Techniques, Tools & Tips to make it in Today’s New Music Market. Panels start at 9PM EST/6PM PST Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday during Week 1 and repeat same nights Week 2.
Chuck Woo, music consultant hosts all 6 nights of this Music Business TeleWebinar. Woo has long felt that the hotel music conference wasn’t the best learning environment for those wanting to really learn.
“Logistics, expenses and other factors prevent these conferences from having the best information, best companies and best presentation for attendees. Now with gas prices at 4.00 per gallon, teleconferences and Webinars make more sense. Our convenient playback ability allows attendees to listen to the recorded sessions over and over until they get it Right!”
For more information regarding the event and to register for the sessions visit http://www.themusicbusinesstelewebinar.com/.
Michael Kreher joined the AirPlay Direct team earlier this year in the role of Director of Business Development. Kreher is responsible for creating strategic partnerships and promotions with corporate clients in the music, film, television, entertainment, specialty retail, apparel, travel, liquor, automobile and other lifestyle categories to help grow the AirPlay Direct member base and enhance brand awareness. He is also responsible for developing relationships with radio stations, conferences, festivals, artists, artist managers, talent agents, and other industry executives.
AirPlay Direct’s “All Things Digital Jazz / Latin Jazz / World” Artist Contest 2008
For Immediate Release:
Contact: Robert Weingartz
rdw@airplaydirect.com
“ALL THINGS DIGITAL JAZZ / LATIN JAZZ / WORLD” ARTIST CONTEST 2008
Throughout the month of July, AirPlay Direct will be running our FREE to enter “All Things Digital Jazz / Latin Jazz / World” artist contest. The Grand Prize package will include:
- A 12 week national radio promotion package from Lisa Reedy Promotions (a $2,250 value)
- A professional microphone package from SHURE Microphones (a $1,600 value)
- A “Featured Artist” advertising and interview package from Lizard Lounge Radio (a $2,750 value)
- A “Featured Artist” advertising and PR campaign from Mi2N (a $750 value)
- An international PR / Marketing campaign from Anesa (a $3,000 value)
- A career “evaluation and consultation” with Shele Sondheim (a $5,000 value)
- 8 vocal lessons and a copy of Jeannie’s vocal enhancement materials “The Contemporary Vocalist” Series from Jeannie Deva Voice Studios (a $1,000 value)
- A “Featured Artist” promotion package from Beyond Bop Radio (a $250 value)
- A “Featured Artist” advertising / promotion package from AirPlay Direct (a $1,500 value)
The Grand Prize Package is valued at over $18,000…!
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 Jazz / Latin Jazz / World genre and you must submit your AirPlay Direct DPK to office@airplaydirect.com prior to the official entry deadline of July 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 Jazz / Latin Jazz / World artist contest. Deadline for submissions is July 25th. The winner will be announced and “Featured” in the August Radio Programmers Newsletter, as well as in a company press release to all media outlets.
A little about Lisa Reedy Promotions: www.jazzpromotion.com
Lisa Reedy works with 500+ radio stations throughout the United States and Internationally on a weekly basis to solicit radio airplay, interviews to promote new releases & artist tour-dates, Charting at JazzWeek, CMJ, !Earshot, Chart Attack, Roots Music Report and other applicable music industry charts; obtains special promotions such as station IDs, CD giveaways, special program features and quotes from radio personalities. Stations include NPR affiliates, college & community stations, satellite radio, cable music stations, syndicated programs, select international stations, The Weather Channel, and airplay in hotels, in stores and on airlines. Lisa Reedy Promotions has a consistent, proven track record in obtaining airplay and charting success for her clients and provides each with a weekly progress report. In addition, print publicity services are available.
A little about SHURE: www.shure.com
Founded in 1925, SHURE Incorporated www.shure.com is widely acknowledged as the leading manufacturer of microphones and audio electronics. Over the years, the Company has designed and produced many high-quality professional and consumer audio products that have become legendary for performance, reliability, and value.
SHURE’s diverse product line includes world-class wired microphones and wireless microphone systems for performers including the legendary 55SH Elvis mic and the industry standard SM58, award-winning earphones and headsets for MP3 players and smart phones, and top-rated phonograph cartridges for professional DJs. Today, SHURE products are the first choice wherever audio performance is a top priority: on concert stages, in recording studios, at radio and television networks, and in public address systems in houses of worship, meeting facilities, and other venues.
A little about Lizard Lounge Radio: www.lizardloungemusic.com
Lizard Lounge Radio (LLR) is a 24/7 broadcaster of Independent International Music artists.
A little about Mi2N.com: www.mi2n.com
Leveraging its decade-long leadership role in the music news sector, Music Industry News Network (Mi2N) now offers a broad array of PR marketing and advertising services meant to meet the specific needs of the music community. Utilizing multiple channels, from its syndicated newswires to social networks and 30,000 subsciber base, Mi2N places your press release in front of your desired audience.
A little about Anesa: www.anesa.tv
We combine techniques used in Marketing and Public Relations to guarantee a successful campaign, event or product. We edit and distribute invitations, bulletins, and press releases to the Hispanic Media, news and entertainment using our database of radio stations, T.V., magazines, Weekly Publications or Monthly newspaper. We also specialize in preparing promotional sales and Media Kits.
SHELE SONDHEIM
A little about Shele Sondheim: www.csmwordsandmusic.com
Shele’s recording and performing credits include Phil Collins, Natalie Cole, Little Richard, Billy Preston, Lola Falana, Wayne Newton, Flip Wilson and Roy Clark as well as extensive worldwide TV & Film credits.
Most recently, Phil Collins’ Little Dreams Band, penning their title track Donne Le Moi on Capitol/EMI followed by the Phil Collins Limited Edition Swatch Watch campaign, with proceeds going to Little Dreams Foundation in Geneva. Currently, Shele functions in dual capacity as a successful songwriter/music producer and music entrepreneur. His company is engaged in the development of competitive materials and artists in pop, r&b, rock and dance. Their work includes the discover, development and representation of young emerging artists both domestic and international, including growing sponsorship alliances with music industry leaders and brand manufacturers. The company participates annually at atll the major music trade events whereby Shele facilitates unique opportunities for presenting original materials and artist to global industry contacts at record labels, TV & film, fashion music branding sponsors and multi-media cross platforms.
A little about Jeannie Deva: www.JeannieDeva.com
Jeannie Deva is an international celebrity vocal coach, published author, clinician, recording studio vocal producer, trainer of voice teachers and originator of The Deva Method® - Complete Voice Training for Stage and Studio.
Thousands of singers world-wide have been trained by Jeannie and her expanding network of certified Deva Method teachers. Clients: Grammy Award Winner, Aimee Mann, Grammy Nominee Harriet Schock, members of the J. Geils Band, Foghat, #1 Billboard Dance Chart Samantha James, Idol Finalist Mikalah Gordon (#11 of Season 4), Leads in Broadway’s “Wicked” and “Grease”, members of the touring cast of Fame, Dar Williams, Charolote Jorgensen (Dancing with the Stars partner to John Hurley), Singers for Pink, Elton John, Celine Dion, Julio Iglesias and Stevie Wonder.
A little about Beyond Bop: www.beyondbop.com
Beyond Bop is an internet jazz radio station created for musicians by musicians showcasing some of the best kept secrets in jazz.
A little about AirPlay Direct: www.AirPlayDirect.com
AirPlay Direct www.AirPlayDirect.com is a new revolutionary, efficient and very cost effective way (FREE) 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!
Radio Programmers Newsletter July 8, 2008
AirPlay Direct is pleased to announce our Sponsor for the July edition of our Radio Programmers Newsletter, Pres Pak Public Relations www.MySpace.com/prespakpr
AirPlay Direct’s digital delivery services are always FREE to our members thanks to wonderful Sponsors like Pres Pak Public Relations. Pres Pak Public Relations is a full-service marketing and public relations company driven by journalist and publicist Tom Kidd.
Tom Kidd has been instrumental in the Oscar nomination campaigns for the scores to “The Passion of the Christ” and “March of the Penguins.” “In addition, I have helped drive the successful Grammy nomination campaign for Chris Walden’s “Home of my Heart.” Through the years, I have had the honor to work with clients including Sixties acid guru Dr. Timothy Leary and Eighties Grammy winners Men At Work. In addition, Pres Pak has been honored to work with a diverse group of Indie artists ranging from Hermosa Beach-based hair rockers Too Loose to singer/songwriter Debra Davis and rocking blues group Kelly’s Lot’s, the National Spokesband for HepCAware.org.”
Throughout the month of July, AirPlay Direct will be running our FREE to enter “All Things Digital Jazz / Latin Jazz / World” artist contest. The Grand Prize package will include:
- A 12 week national radio promotion package from Lisa Reedy Promotions (a $2,250 value)
- A professional microphone package from SHURE Microphones (a $1,600 value)
- A “Featured Artist” advertising and interview package from Lizard Lounge Radio (a $2,750 value)
- A “Featured Artist” advertising and PR campaign from Mi2N (a $750 value)
- An international PR / Marketing campaign from Anesa (a $3,000 value)
- A career “evaluation and consultation” with Shele Sondheim (a $5,000 value)
- 8 vocal lessons and a copy of Jeannie’s vocal enhancement materials “The Contemporary Vocalist” Series from Jeannie Deva Voice Studios (a $1,000 value)
- A “Featured Artist” promotion package from Beyond Bop Radio (a $250 value)
- A “Featured Artist” advertising / promotion package from AirPlay Direct (a $1,500 value)
The Grand Prize Package is valued at over $18,000…!
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 Jazz / Latin Jazz / World genre and you must submit your AirPlay Direct DPK to office@airplaydirect.com prior to the official entry deadline of July 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 Jazz / Latin Jazz / World artist contest. Deadline for submissions is July 25th. The winner will be announced and “Featured” in the August Radio Programmers Newsletter, as well as in a company press release to all media outlets.
A little about Lisa Reedy Promotions: www.jazzpromotion.com
Lisa Reedy works with 500+ radio stations throughout the United States and Internationally on a weekly basis to solicit radio airplay, interviews to promote new releases & artist tour-dates, Charting at JazzWeek, CMJ, !Earshot, Chart Attack, Roots Music Report and other applicable music industry charts; obtains special promotions such as station IDs, CD giveaways, special program features and quotes from radio personalities. Stations include NPR affiliates, college & community stations, satellite radio, cable music stations, syndicated programs, select international stations, The Weather Channel, and airplay in hotels, in stores and on airlines. Lisa Reedy Promotions has a consistent, proven track record in obtaining airplay and charting success for her clients and provides each with a weekly progress report. In addition, print publicity services are available.
A little about SHURE: www.shure.com
Founded in 1925, SHURE Incorporated www.shure.com is widely acknowledged as the leading manufacturer of microphones and audio electronics. Over the years, the Company has designed and produced many high-quality professional and consumer audio products that have become legendary for performance, reliability, and value.
SHURE’s diverse product line includes world-class wired microphones and wireless microphone systems for performers including the legendary 55SH Elvis mic and the industry standard SM58, award-winning earphones and headsets for MP3 players and smart phones, and top-rated phonograph cartridges for professional DJs. Today, SHURE products are the first choice wherever audio performance is a top priority: on concert stages, in recording studios, at radio and television networks, and in public address systems in houses of worship, meeting facilities, and other venues.
A little about Lizard Lounge Radio: www.lizardloungemusic.com
Lizard Lounge Radio (LLR) is a 24/7 broadcaster of Independent International Music artists.
A little about Mi2N.com: www.mi2n.com
Leveraging its decade-long leadership role in the music news sector, Music Industry News Network (Mi2N) now offers a broad array of PR marketing and advertising services meant to meet the specific needs of the music community. Utilizing multiple channels, from its syndicated newswires to social networks and 30,000 subsciber base, Mi2N places your press release in front of your desired audience.
A little about Anesa: www.anesa.tv
We combine techniques used in Marketing and Public Relations to guarantee a successful campaign, event or product. We edit and distribute invitations, bulletins, and press releases to the Hispanic Media, news and entertainment using our database of radio stations, T.V., magazines, Weekly Publications or Monthly newspaper. We also specialize in preparing promotional sales and Media Kits.
SHELE SONDHEIM
A little about Shele Sondheim: www.csmwordsandmusic.com
Shele’s recording and performing credits include Phil Collins, Natalie Cole, Little Richard, Billy Preston, Lola Falana, Wayne Newton, Flip Wilson and Roy Clark as well as extensive worldwide TV & Film credits.
Most recently, Phil Collins’ Little Dreams Band, penning their title track Donne Le Moi on Capitol/EMI followed by the Phil Collins Limited Edition Swatch Watch campaign, with proceeds going to Little Dreams Foundation in Geneva. Currently, Shele functions in dual capacity as a successful songwriter/music producer and music entrepreneur. His company is engaged in the development of competitive materials and artists in pop, r&b, rock and dance. Their work includes the discover, development and representation of young emerging artists both domestic and international, including growing sponsorship alliances with music industry leaders and brand manufacturers. The company participates annually at atll the major music trade events whereby Shele facilitates unique opportunities for presenting original materials and artist to global industry contacts at record labels, TV & film, fashion music branding sponsors and multi-media cross platforms.
A little about Jeannie Deva: www.JeannieDeva.com
Jeannie Deva is an international celebrity vocal coach, published author, clinician, recording studio vocal producer, trainer of voice teachers and originator of The Deva Method® - Complete Voice Training for Stage and Studio. Thousands of singers world-wide have been trained by Jeannie and her expanding network of certified Deva Method
teachers. Clients: Grammy Award Winner, Aimee Mann, Grammy Nominee Harriet Schock, members of the J. Geils Band, Foghat, #1 Billboard Dance Chart Samantha James, Idol Finalist Mikalah Gordon (#11 of Season 4), Leads in Broadway’s “Wicked” and “Grease”, members of the touring cast of Fame, Dar Williams, Charolote Jorgensen (Dancing with the Stars partner to John Hurley), Singers for Pink, Elton John, Celine Dion, Julio Iglesias and Stevie Wonder.
A little about Beyond Bop: www.beyondbop.com
Beyond Bop is an internet jazz radio station created for musicians by musicians showcasing some of the best kept secrets in jazz.
A little about AirPlay Direct: www.AirPlayDirect.com
AirPlay Direct www.AirPlayDirect.com is a new revolutionary, efficient and very cost effective way (FREE) 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.
The winner of the AirPlay Direct “All Things Digital
Folk / Americana” artist contest is
Anne McCue!
She will be releasing a new album “East Of Electric” in August 2008. McCue recorded and produced the album at her own Flying Machine Studio in Nashville. It was mixed by Mike Esser at 16 Ton Studio and was mastered by Ray Kennedy at Zen Masters.
McCue recorded the album whilst waiting to record a new electric album. Inspired by the golden era of folk pop music which took place in the late sixties with such albums as Rubber Soul, Aftermath, bands like The Byrds and artists like Bob Dylan and Leonard Cohen, Anne set about recording, playing every instrument she could get her hands on - guitars, mandolin, banjo, piano, bass guitar, ukulele, shaker, tambourine, organ, drum, etc.
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at http://www.airplaydirect.com/AnneMcCue
Throughout the month of June, AirPlay Direct ran our FREE to enter “All Things Digital Folk / Americana” artist contest. The winner Anne McCue will receive the Grand Prize package which is worth over $30,000 and includes:
- A 16 week national radio promotion package fromBillWence Promotions(a $3,500 value)
- A 12 weekdigital radio promotion package from 1617 Virtual(a $4,500 value)
- A 12 week national publicity / marketing package from Press Pak Public Relations (a $9,000 value)
- An official Folk Alliance National Conference 2009 live performance showcase (value priceless)
- A recording studio package for a master quality EP (5 songs) from Slot-1 Studios (a $5,000 value)
- A song on The Sin City Social Club Sampler Vol. # 10 / distributed during AMA Conf. and SXSW (a $750 value)
- Placement to digital downloads via download page at VirtualMusicMarket.com for one year (value priceless)
- Placement on the True Talent Management film & TV placement compilation (a $150 value)
- An on-air “feature artist” interview on Big Kev’s syndicated radioshow “It’s Motel Time Again” (valuepriceless)
- An on-air “feature artist” interview with Rick Star from Texas Rebel Radio (value priceless)
- A on-air “feature artist” interview on the Billy Block Show (value priceless)
- A feature artist interview with Big Kev in the Artist Development Co-op’s Media Guide magazine (value priceless)
- A live performance slot at Billy Block’s showcase in Nashville (value priceless)
- A live performance slot at Famous Dave’s BBQ inMinneapolis (a $500 value)
- A live performance slot at The Berkeley Cafe in Raleigh, NC (value priceless)
- A “Featured Artist” advertising / promotion package from AirPlay Direct (a $1,500 value)
AIRPLAY DIRECT’S FEATURED ARTISTS
FOR JULY
Manda just finished her first full-length studio album with Israeli producer Guy Erez. The album entitled “Keeps On Turning” is a precious work, one of those rare gems coming from the independent artist world. The album was mastered on February 15th, 2008 by GRAMMY Award wining mastering engineer Gavin Lurssen. When listening to the record, one will certainly feel the influence of Tom Petty, Bob Dylan, Neil Young, and Bruce Springsteen. With distinctive Hammond B3 parts, jangly guitars, comfortable grooves, haunting harmonica, and sultry vocals layered with delicate understated harmonies, Manda delivers a female vocal of unique expression and an album that’s destined to “Keep On Turning”. Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at www.airplaydirect.com/Manda
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at www.airplaydirect.com/JohnTracy
Lorraine’s debut solo album “Lessons Learned” unveils a more soulful and established vocalist, as she provides a window into her heart and the experiences that have made her the vocalist she is today.
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at www.airplaydirect.com/lorrainereid
It contains 11 tracks written and performed by Paul Evans Pederson, Jr. (acoustic guitar, vocals), with help from Jim Hefferman (steel guitar, dobro, electric lead and rhythm guitar, acoustic guitar, bass, banjo, and drum programming), Bill Corvino (electric lead and rhythm guitar, gut string acoustic), and Chester Ferguson (sax).
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at www.airplaydirect.com/PaulEvansPedersenJr
At a time when pop music is ruled by dance divas who phone in their vocal performances, Waters is a bracing anomaly: an artist whose singing is a visceral, deeply soulful experience, for her as well as audiences. Waters can belt and growl with abandon, but she truly proves her mettle with sorrowful, melodically spacious ballads that give her burning contralto room to set off the trip wires of the heart. In another era, she might have been heralded as a torch singer with the phrasing of Billie Holiday or Peggy Lee and explosive passion akin to Edith Piaf.
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at www.airplaydirect.com/HeatherWaters
What shines through on all these songs are Mann and Stapleton’s incredible skills as songwriters and multi-instumentalists. The two trade off on lead vocals and play and program everything from synths to the dobro, to of course, the computer and banjo, pioneering a sound that is truly their own.
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at www.airplaydirect.com/computervsbanjo
Her newest CD BETTER LATE THAN NEVER is an upgraded, uplifting follow-up to her first CD UNINHIBITED. Depicting the Single woman’s journey and race against the clock, her music comes alive thanks to the help of her former Producer Paul Snook of Night Owl Studios, NYC, and Kieran Pardias of Cove City Sound Studios. The production quality is high caliber: Ranging from pop/rock/hot ac, to simple acoustic with an emphasis on the lyric and simplicity of the voice. Ms. Linden has already been licensing her tunes to Music Libraries for Film and TV Placement.
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at www.airplaydirect.com/KamaLinden
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at www.airplaydirect.com/LauraRoppe
“There’s something very special about her voice,” says Grammy-nominated producer, Jud Friedman, recalling the first time he heard her sing, “…she’s got this sound in her that is so soulful and emotional. Breanna’s voice stands out; it has power and passion.”
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at www.airplaydirect.com/breanna
AirPlay Direct… go straight to the source!
Anne McCue Wins AirPlay Direct’s “All Things Digital Folk / Americana” Artist Contest
ANNE MCCUE WINS AIRPLAY DIRECT‘S “ALL THINGS DIGITAL FOLK / AMERICANA” ARTIST CONTEST
Throughout the month of June, AirPlay Direct ran our FREE to enter “All Things Digital Folk / Americana” artist contest. The winner Anne McCue will receive the Grand Prize package which is worth over $30,000 and includes:
- A 16 week national radio promotion package fromBillWence Promotions(a $3,500 value)
- A 12 weekdigital radio promotion package from 1617 Virtual(a $4,500 value)
- A 12 week national publicity / marketing package from Press Pak Public Relations (a $9,000 value)
- An official Folk Alliance National Conference 2009 live performance showcase (value priceless)
- A recording studio package for a master quality EP (5 songs) from Slot-1 Studios (a $5,000 value)
- A song on The Sin City Social Club Sampler Vol. # 10 / distributed during AMA Conf. and SXSW (a $750 value)
- Placement to digital downloads via download page at VirtualMusicMarket.com for one year (value priceless)
- Placement on the True Talent Management film & TV placement compilation (a $150 value)
- An on-air “feature artist” interview on Big Kev’s syndicated radioshow “It’s Motel Time Again” (valuepriceless)
- An on-air “feature artist” interview with Rick Star from Texas Rebel Radio (value priceless)
- A on-air “feature artist” interview on the Billy Block Show (value priceless)
- A feature artist interview with Big Kev in the Artist Development Co-op’s Media Guide magazine (value priceless)
- A live performance slot at Billy Block’s showcase in Nashville (value priceless)
- A live performance slot at Famous Dave’s BBQ in Chicago (value priceless)
- A live performance slot at The Berkeley Cafe in Raleigh, NC (value priceless)
- A “Featured Artist” advertising / promotion package from AirPlay Direct (a $1,500 value)
Griffin and other great artists in the collection ‘4 Decades of Folk Rock’ and was a
special guest at the International Guitar Festival.
She will be releasing a new album “East Of Electric” in August 2008. McCue recorded and produced the album at her own Flying Machine Studio in Nashville. It was mixed by Mike Esser at 16 Ton Studio and was mastered by Ray Kennedy at Zen Masters.
McCue recorded the album whilst waiting to record a new electric album. Inspired by the golden era of folk pop music which took place in the late sixties with such albums as Rubber Soul, Aftermath, bands like The Byrds and artists like Bob Dylan and Leonard Cohen, Anne set about recording, playing every instrument she could get her hands on - guitars, mandolin, banjo, piano, bass guitar, ukulele, shaker, tambourine, organ, drum etc.
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at http://www.airplaydirect.com/AnneMcCue
AirPlay Direct would like to thank our Sponsors who have contributed their time, resources and expertise to make this fantastic FREE TO ENTER artist contest a tremendous success.
For more information on Bill Wence Promotions please visit www.billwencepromotions.com
For more information on 1617 Virtual please visit www.1617virtual.com
For more information on Press Pak Public Relations please visit www.MySpace.com/prespakpr
For more information on Folk Alliance please visit www.folk.org
For more information on Slot-1 Recording Studios please visit http://www.slot-1.com/studio_tour
For more information on Sin City Social Club please visit www.sincitysocialclub.com
For more information on Virtual Music Market please visit www.VirtualMusicMarket.com
For more information on Billy Block please visit www.BillyBlock.com
For more information on The Artist Development Group please visit www.artistdevelopmentcoop.com
For more information on AirPlay Direct please visit www.AirPlayDirect.com
AirPlay Direct… go straight to the source!