STATEMENT ON DEATH OF DON CORNELIUS - RHYTHM & BLUES FOUNDATION

February 2, 2012 by MusicThread  
Filed under Blues, Hip Hop, Jazz, Pop, Press, R&B

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Wed., Feb. 1, 2012

STATEMENT FROM THE RHYTHM AND BLUES FOUNDATION CHAIRMAN DAMON WILLIAMS ON THE PASSING OF SOUL TRAIN CREATOR DON CORNELIUS

“Don Cornelius was a VISIONARY AND PIONEER who will always be remembered for his gift to the world: ‘Soul Train.’ Without Don’s contributions, Rhythm and Blues music would not have had a TV platform to expose artists that has meant so much to the rich history of Rhythm and Blues music. We are beyond grateful to Don for everything that he has done to cement our music and our culture into the hearts and minds of people all over the world.

“Our condolences go out to Don’s family and friends all over the world”

Dave Nelson’s Debut EP ‘Logistic Minutia’

October 11, 2011 by MusicThread  
Filed under Jazz, Press

Dave Nelson Announces Debut EP Logistic Minutia Out September 20th

Touring now with The National

Brooklyn-based trombonist, composer, and arranger Dave Nelson will self-release his debut EP Logistic Minutia on September 20th. After two years working alongside some of the most celebrated artists in the indie rock and classical worlds–including Jónsi, The National, Sufjan Stevens, Spoon, the International Contemporary Ensemble (ICE) and John Adams–Minutia shows Nelson using his experience playing with a diverse array of adept practitioners to explore the currents of contemporary rock, jazz and classical genres. Read more

Funktastic 8-Piece Collective KIDS THESE DAYS Serve Up Quality Jams on ‘Hard Times’ EP

July 17, 2011 by MusicThread  
Filed under Hip Hop, Jazz, Press, Stories

Chi-Town’s Funktastic 8-Piece Collective KIDS THESE DAYS Serve Up Quality Jams on ‘Hard Times’ EP Available on iTunes

Lollapalooza & Otawa Blues Fest Tour Dates

ktd2

Kids These Days’ diverse sound means fans of Jack Johnson, Sharon Jones, The Roots or Norah Jones can all find distinct parts of the group’s tracks to rally around. Check out their [music] so we don’t have to say “I told you so” later.” - MTV Buzzworthy

Sharp lyrics, swinging urban blues and jazz rhythms, and street-smart hip-hop, packing enough power in an EP to make other fledgling artists envious…. Kids These Days should be a name on your radar.” - Consequence of Sound Read more

Brand Your Music: Brand Partnerships

brand-partnerships-beyonce-endorsements

When we talk about music branding we’re essentially talking about selling a creative idea. You’re selling your music brand to potential consumers, industry executives, and companies who may want to sponsor you. Read more

Brand Your Music: Your Brand Team

brand-team

Effectively communicating your brand to your audience is important but even more important is making sure that everyone that’s a part of your brand movement is on the same page. Read more

Kendré Drops New Music Video “Dolla Signz”

May 3, 2011 by Jabari Oliver  
Filed under Featured, Hip Hop, Jazz, Pop, Press, R&B, Rock, Videos

img_1951-edit

Multitalented rapper, actor, and singer Kendré recently dropped his latest music video “Dolla Signz,” from his mixtape, Who’s the Nerd?, hosted by Power 106’s L.A. Leakers. Read more

Brand Your Music: Brand Communities

brand-communities

As your artistry grows, your fanbase will too. The entry entitled Social Network Assumptions on the Ask Me About Music site discusses the two types of fans: active and passive. There are those that quickly adopt your music and become fans early on, then there are the laggards that come on board as your popularity increases. Read more

Brand Your Music: Brand Innovation

brand-innovation

Brand Innovation is a combination of two things: uniqueness and timing. We’ve discussed uniqueness quite a bit on this column and by now you, the artist, should know what sets you a part from your competition. Read more

CHINESE-AMERICAN JAZZ MUSICIAN AND MATHEMATICIAN DELIVERS A NEW TAKE ON AN AMERICAN MUSICAL TRADITION

April 24, 2011 by MusicThread  
Filed under Jazz, Press

headshot-poster_v2rev_3-20-11

April 4, 2011 (New York, NY)-New York-based composer, Stephanie Chou, debuts her first recording, Prime Knot, which represents a new approach to combining jazz, traditional Chinese music, and mathematics.  Prime Knot contains a varied set of compositions including jazz arrangements of the traditional Chinese classic, “Jasmine Flower,” tunes inspired by knot theory, classical piano, and pop. ”I wanted to present contemporary ‘Asian’ jazz that conjured twisted and curved images of prime knots, my favorite mathematical structures,” commented Chou.  “My vision is to create music that synthesizes my ethnic heritage, musical background, and knowledge of mathematics into a unique artistic voice.”   When asked why she chose to do different versions of “Jasmine Flower,” Chou says, “Variations, fresh takes on something old, create interest and beauty-in math, music, and life.” Read more

Brand Your Music: Brand Equity

equity
There’s something amazing about the relationship between a brand and its customer. The brand promises certain benefits [in this case your music promises to be good, unique, intriguing, have interesting metaphors, catchy hooks, etc.] Read more

Next Page »