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January 13, 2011

Watch Out For “The Choice Hotels Rising Star Music Challenge”.

Choice Hotels & The Steve Harvey Morning Show Search for a Star



 

SILVER SPRING, Md., Jan. 13, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH)
and The Steve Harvey Morning Show have teamed up to launch The Choice
Hotels Rising Star Music Challenge. This challenge benefits both
aspiring musicians as well as communities across the country through the
Steve Harvey Foundation.

For artists who
think they have what it takes to create America’s next hit song, The
Rising Star Music Challenge could be the opportunity to have their
original song heard by millions of listeners. Between now and February 6th, 2011, artists create an original, community uplifting song in a 2-minute video format and upload it on http://choicehotelsrisingstarcontest.com. To continue, please click “MORE”!

Yancyy Releases “Sax Chronicles – Vol. 1” (Avail Now)

Saxophonist Yancyy Releases “Sax Chronicles – Vol. 1”



With
over 20 year’s experience, Yancyy is a proven entertainer for music
enthusiasts of every generation. His signature fluid sounds and
interpretive mastery are the mélange of refined raw talent, diligent and
continued study, with an intense passion for music and the listener.
Yancyy’s impeccable styling and artistic charisma are not confined to
genre distinction, enchanting the jazz-heads, serenading classical
aficionados, inspiring the ecclesiastics and electrifying pop, rock,
funk and hip hop fans.

A native of Detroit, Michigan, Yancyy
recalls hearing a saxophone solo in church at the age of 13, and was
gripped by the impact on the congregation, captivated by its penetration
of the heart and mind. Dawning a devout humanitarian, he envisioned
himself orchestrating this melodious emanation healing and deliverance,
and knew that becoming one with the instrument; he would bring peace and
delight to all who were able to hear. To continue, Please click “MORE”!

Check Out New Music Video by Benny Tones feat. Sacha Vee | “Chrysalis”

Coming February 28th, 2011… “Chrysalis” is taken from Benny Tones album “Chrysalis” that will be released on BBE in spring 2011. About Chrysalis in Benny’s own words: “Chrysalis was the last track to be made for the album so has a lot of influences from the sounds I have been …

The Greater Mount Calvary Recording Choir’s New CD Debuts at #7 on Billboard’s Gospel Chart

The Greater Mount Calvary LIVE
 
THE GREATER MOUNT CALVARY RECORDING CHOIR’S
NEW CD DEBUTS AT #7 ON BILLBOARD’S TOP GOSPEL ALBUMS CHART
 
Washington, D.C. – Bishop Alfred A. Owens Jr. and Co-Pastor Susie C. Owens, founders and pastors of the Greater Mount Calvary Holy Church, celebrate the Greater Mount Calvary Recording Choir and Calvary Records’ new CD, Greater Mount Calvary LIVE As Told By The Music Ministry, for debuting at #7 on Billboard’s Top Gospel Albums chart in its first week sales. “I believe it’s truly a testament to the vision of the,church and will give people another chance to experience Calvary,” Bishop Owens says.

Lead Guitarist Clarence “Chet” Willis from The Ohio Players Releases “The C-Dub Project”

Clarence “Chet” Willis

Lead Guitarist for

The Legendary Ohio Players

Steps to the Forefront

with New CD Release

“The C-Dub Project”



 

Musicians Clarence “Chet” Willis and

Harry “HarryO” McLoud

Fuse Old School Sound for New School Appeal

 


Atlanta – As the lead guitarist for the Ohio Players, one of funk’s legendary bands, there is no argument that Clarence ‘Chet’ Willis
understands the technology of rhythm. Willis’ history spans over 30
years either playing, singing, writing and/or producing on gold and
platinum mega-hits like “Funky Worm,” “Rollercoaster,” “Honey,” “Skin Tight,” and “Fire!” The Ohio Players have long been lauded for laying the foundation for funk served sweet, sticky and soul-satisfying.

  

So when the notion hit him to join forces with his songwriting partner Harry “HarryO”  McLoud and step out to create a sound of his own, “The C-Dub Project”
was born! Adding a new dimension to a legacy of musical mastery, “The
C-Dub Project” is  an eclectic collection of refined funk that is
hypnotic, haunting and toe-tapping.  Mesmerizing and tantalizing, Willis
and McLoud rock us to the next level with 12 ear-bending tracks that
wind rhythm around the spectrum of possibilities. To continue, Please click “MORE”!

Corinne Bailey Rae is Coming to Soothe Your Ears with “The Love EP” on Jan. 25th, 2011

Straight from the UK comes another, endearing reminder of love music – much given from the slate of new releases in the prior few months – from deep soul singer Corinne Bailey Rae. Corinne breaks down 5 new tracks to create “The Love EP” from Capitol Records, set to hit …