Tag: Music and Recording

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- This Friday, July 5th at 6 p.m., genre-bending country-hip hop band Good Ol' Boyz will take the stage at SeaSalt Honky Tonk, a recently opened live-music spot on Bolsa Chica State Beach. Admission is free, and the all-ages beachside event is expected to draw more than 2,000 fans.

TEMECULA, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- MuseWire has been selected by the panelists at Feedspot as one of the "Top 70 Music Industry Blogs" on the web for 2025. Ranked #30 this year (#35 last year). MuseWire™ (aka/formerly Music Industry Newswire) covers music makers, music gear, audiophile gear, the music business and related topics; established 2006. A publication of Neotrope®. Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons, a working tech journalist since 1984, and member ASCAP.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Meet Cayden: not just the future of pop music, but a voice from another world literally. Hailing from a richly imagined parallel universe, Cayden makes his debut on Earth with the release of "Esperanza," an emotionally charged single that blends cinematic pop production with an urgent call for compassion, Sixth P Media announced today.

ATLANTA, Ga. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Internationally acclaimed pianist and Steinway Artist Boris Cepeda announces the release of his latest solo album, "Andamios," now available on all major digital platforms. Featuring works by Isaac Albéniz, Maurice Ravel, Astor Piazzolla, Gerardo Guevara and Leonardo Cárdenas, "Andamios" blends Latin American and European musical traditions in a deeply personal and emotionally resonant recording.

LOWELL, Mass. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- The Lowell Chamber Orchestra (LCO) is thrilled to announce its seventh season, promising an ambitious lineup of performances that continue to challenge the conventional boundaries of classical music. Building on its reputation for innovation, accessibility, and artistic excellence, LCO's 2025-2026 season will spotlight groundbreaking works, emerging and established composers, and an unwavering commitment to community engagement - all presented free of charge.

LOWELL, Mass. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- The Lowell Chamber Orchestra (LCO) is proud to announce the winners of its fourth international young artist competition. Cellist William Suh won first prize, soprano Emma Robertson won second prize, and oboist Anqi Zhou won third prize. As part of his winning, Suh will be performing with LCO during next season.

LOWELL, Mass. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- The Lowell Chamber Orchestra (LCO) is pleased to introduce Helder Alves de Oliveira the winner of its 2025 International Call-for-Scores. His score "Resiliens" was chosen following a completely anonymous process of evaluating 138 entries from all over the world based on merits of originality, orchestration, structure, and other compositional techniques. His work will be performed during LCO's 2025-2026 season, and Mr. Oliveira will receive a monetary prize.

OAKLAND PARK, Fla. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Join us at Soul Fest as we honor Black History Month by celebrating the rich contributions and achievements of the African American community. This free, family-friendly event will take place on Friday, February 7, 2025, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Jaco Pastorius Park at 4000 North Dixie Highway, Oakland Park, Florida.

DETROIT, Mich. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- When you hail from the Motor City with a grandmother who sang the blues, and a cousin who was one of the original Motown Temptations, music just kind of rests in your spirit and organically becomes who you are. Pianist, singer, songwriter and producer, Reggie Braxton has aptly honed such impactful melodious roots into his Brax-Tone Records debut release, "The Brax-Tone Experience," a luxurious jazz infused, heart caressing collection of original and timeless R&B singles.

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Mark your calendars, music lovers! Pompano Beach Arts is thrilled to announce Jazz Fest Pompano Beach will return to the City's beautiful shore on January 24th and 25th, 2025. This 4th annual festival promises to be bigger and tastier than ever before, featuring a stellar lineup of renowned jazz musicians including Joshua Redman & Gabrielle Cavassa, Judith Hill, Randy Brecker, and Jazz Funk Soul alongside a vibrant new food court with a New Orleans flavor, all directly on the beach stage!

EDMONTON, Alberta /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Canadian songwriter, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and author Gail Taylor is excited to announce the release of her new book, "Curveballs: Unlocking Your Potential Through Personal Growth and Inspirational Music" (ISBN: 978-1779622013), released November 1, 2024 through Tellwell Publishing. This unique personal-growth book combines life-changing strategies with music, creating an interactive experience that encourages readers to embrace their authentic selves and unlock their full potential.

REDONDO BEACH, Calif., Oct. 24, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The holiday spirit will be brought to life once again with the "Holiday Pops Spectacular" taking place on Friday, December 20, 2024, at 8 p.m., at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center. This will be the Golden State Pops Orchestra's long-awaited return to the venue, last performing in Redondo Beach back in 2015.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Oct. 9, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- South Bay Music Association announced today that on November 2, 2024, in Redondo Beach, CA, the South Bay Wind Ensemble will perform "Lord of the Rings: A Symphonic Concert." The concert will take place at the Riviera United Methodist Church beginning at 7 p.m. (375 Palos Verdes Blvd, Redondo Beach, CA 90277).

VANCOUVER, B.C., Canada, Sept. 17, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Boutique pedal company McGregor Pedals has launched its newest pedal: The Classic Fuzz. Designed for both guitar and bass, the Classic Fuzz pedal captures the sound, feel, and response of the original 1960s two-transistor fuzz boxes using all modern, stable parts. It is rich, moody, interactive and in the right hands, untamed.

BOSTON, Mass., Sept. 16, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Amplify Latinx has announced that the Lowell Chamber Orchestra's Music Director, Orlando Cela, has been named one of the ALX100 Honorees for 2024. This prestigious recognition celebrates Latinx leaders across Massachusetts who are making an outstanding impact in their respective fields and communities.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Aug. 19, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As hip-hop celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2023, Jimi "Chopmaster J" Dright, co-founder of the iconic group Digital Underground (DU), faced significant health challenges, causing him to miss much of the celebration. Together with his son, S.O.T.U., they are preparing to release "Sex Packets 2 - The ReUp" and launch a new podcast, "The Chop Shop."

NEW YORK, N.Y., June 24, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Czech composer, Tatiana Mikova, presents her String Quartet, "In Modo Lidico," at Carnegie Hall's Progressive Musicians Laureate Gala. The piece will be performed by the Lehner String Quartet on July 1, 2024 in the intimate Weill Recital Hall, home to hundreds of recitals, chamber music concerts, panel discussions, and master classes.

TEMECULA, Calif., May 24, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- MuseWire has been selected by the panelists at Feedspot as one of the Top 70 Music Industry Blogs on the web. MuseWire™ (aka/formerly Music Industry Newswire™) covers music makers, music gear, audiophile gear, the music business and related topics; established 2005. A publication of Neotrope®. Edited by Christopher Simmons, a working tech journalist since 1984, and member ASCAP.

NEW YORK, N.Y., May 1, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- While some industrious individuals are busy looking for their second act, 90-year-old Sybil Evans, longtime resident of Manhattan's Murray Hill section is still going strong, forging ahead into her third with the Sybil Evans Trio. The dynamic, Brooklyn-born and raised nonagenarian singer was inspired by her 90th birthday to return to her love of bringing her pop-jazz stylings before a live audience.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 28, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On April 6, 2024, at 7 p.m. in El Segundo, CA, the South Bay Wind Ensemble will perform "Beethoven Ode to Joy at 200." The concert will take place at the El Segundo Performing Arts Center. Join the South Bay Wind Ensemble, the SoCAL Chorale, Maestro Steven Allen Fox, Chorale Director Marya Basaraba, and over 130 musicians on April 6 as we celebrate 200 years of the greatest symphony of all time!