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Gary Allan to Perform at The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center This September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 9, 2021


The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center has announced that Dusty Guitar Productions will present country music artist Gary Allan on September 30, 2021 at 8 p.m. 

Ariana Grande Releases 'safety net' Featuring Ty Dolla Sign
by TV News Desk - Jul 7, 2021


Vevo has previously worked with Ariana Grande in 2013 and 2016 for her “Vevo Presents” performances of “Dangerous Woman,” “Be Alright,” “Leave Me Lonely,” “Greedy” and “Into You.”

THE ED SULLIVAN SHOW YouTube Channel to Kick Off A Star-Filled Month This Weekend
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 2, 2021


​​​​​​​The Ed Sullivan Show's official YouTube channel celebrates America's Independence Day weekend with “This Is My Country” and “America The Beautiful,” performed by Pat Boone and West Point Glee Club, respectively. July 4th continues with a rousing rendition of “God Bless America Again” from trailblazing country star Loretta Lynn.

Ernest Kohl Will Be Featured Guest on MC Musical Theatre Radio Station's PRIDE 2021 SATURDAY NIGHT PARTY
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jun 23, 2021


Please tune in this up-coming Saturday Night for this very special PRIDE 2021 SATURDAY NIGHT PARTY where the best Musical theatre PRIDE Party song will be programmed.

GREATERTHAN Releases Names Of 70 Music Artists Who Broke On TikTok In 2020
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 10, 2021


The world of A&R is rapidly changing; content creator platforms like TikTok have established themselves as artist discovery goldmines, and it's up to the innovators to stay steps ahead. Last December, leading industry resource Music Business Worldwide released an article announcing that over 70 music artists that had broken on the TikTok platform had signed major label deals.

Sam Williams Signs With UMG Nashville
by TV News Desk - Jun 8, 2021


Early releases from the debut album, “Shuteye,” “Can’t Fool Your Own Blood,” “The World: Alone,” and the most recent “10-4,” have garnered critical acclaim from American Songwriter, Billboard, NPR, The Tennessean, Rolling Stone and more.

Olivia Rodrigo Releases Final Part of Vevo LIFT Series
by TV News Desk - Jun 4, 2021


Vevo’s LIFT programm connects today’s up-and-coming and most relevant artists to audiences around the world  through music video content. Launched in 2011, Vevo's artist development program shines a spotlight on the world's freshest new talent.

Olivia Rodrigo Releases Part II of Vevo LIFT Series
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 26, 2021


Launched in 2011, Vevo's artist development program shines a spotlight on the world's freshest new talent. Vevo LIFT alumni include the likes of Billie Eilish, Doja Cat, Halsey, Khalid, Jorja Smith, YUNGBLUD, and more. 

World's Largest Exclusive Fan Platform Now Available To All Music Labels
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 25, 2021


The implementation of neuroscience-driven AI with an additional layer of psychometric analysis creates a richer and more targeted stream of fan data which can be used to increase the effectiveness of an artist's entire marketing campaign.

Ernest Kohl's 'Come To Me' Premieres On The Musical Theatre Radio Station
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 24, 2021


This week's MAY 22, 2021 very special featured artist is non other than renown International Award-Winning Billboard Recording Artist ERNEST KOHL.

Events Added to NEW YORK MUSIC MONTH EXTENDED PLAY
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2021


The Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment announces the addition of events from new partners during the final two months of New York Music Month Extended Play. NYMMEP is a six-month program, from January to June, offering free, online events to support the music community and enthusiasts during the pandemic. 

Ernest Kohl Releases New Maxi-Single From Broadway Musical 'DISASTER!'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 21, 2021


'COME TO ME' - The Remixes has a complete retro sound with a contemporary new dance/pop sound with a classic appeal, that creates a crossover explosive sound! The hot new mixes range from Nu-Disco to Progressive EDM-Euro-NRG to Circuit to Mainstream Club.

CJ Releases Live Performance of 'Whoopty' & 'BOP'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 12, 2021


CJ is the future of rap. In the summer of 2020, his darkly booming, subtly grooving “Whoopty” rose from Staten Island obscurity to the national spotlight in mere weeks, and with good reason.

Olivia Rodrigo Named Vevo's First LIFT Artist of 2021
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 12, 2021


Launched in 2011, Vevo's artist development program shines a spotlight on the world's freshest new talent. Vevo LIFT alumni include the likes of Billie Eilish, Doja Cat, Halsey, Khalid, Jorja Smith, YUNGBLUD, and more. 

Grammy Nominees TGC Share 'Sophie' Single
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 10, 2021


In over a decade of working together, TGC have recorded with Universal Music Group and Jackson Browne's Spinside Records and collaborated with acts such as Paul Oakenfold, Moguai, Downlow'd, M4SONIC and Foster The People.

Ray BLK Releases Live Performance of 'Dark Skinned'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 7, 2021


Ray's musical journey began at the tender age of 8, scrawling lyrics in school notebooks which caught the eye of a teacher who placed her on a music program for gifted and talented pupils.

The Rogers Foundation Taps Entertainment Exec Kip Kelly as Founding Creative Director
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 6, 2021


With more details about the intriguing venue to be announced soon, in this role Kelly will be immersed in the project’s development and oversee everything from programming to operations.

BRS Kash Releases Live Performances of 'Throat Baby' & 'Thug Cry'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Apr 6, 2021


As BRS Kash's career has taken off, the melodically blessed Atlanta rapper has strutted into the spotlight with confidence - a sense that his star is rising and you can either jump off or fall off.

The Cast of ZOEY'S EXTRAORDINARY PLAYLIST Will Host the ACE Eddies
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Mar 30, 2021


Past hosts of the ACE Eddie Awards include Bob Odenkirk, Patton Oswalt, D’Arcy Carden, Tichina Arnold, Adam DeVine and Rachel Bloom, among others.

Ernest Kohl's 'Only You' Premieres on The Musical Theatre Radio Station
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Mar 29, 2021


This weeks MARCH 27, 2021 very special featured artist is non other than renown International Award-Winning Billboard Recording Artist ERNEST KOHL.

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