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Bassist Nathan East to Serve as Judge in the John Lennon Songwriting Contest

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Yamaha Artist Nathan East Joins Judges Panel for John Lennon Songwriting Contest
 
40 Year Career Offers a Wealth of Experience.
 
“As someone who is grateful for the incredible opportunities I’ve had in music, I’m looking forward to joining the judges panel, hearing some great original songs and watching those musical dreams come true,” said Nathan East, Yamaha Artist.
 
Buena Park, CA. (PRWEB) August 12, 2014
 
Chart-topping bassist and Yamaha recording artist Nathan East will serve as one of the judges for this year’s John Lennon Songwriting Contest (JLSC), which draws songwriters from around the globe to compete for $300,000 in prizes that include cash, other awards and the coveted top prize of Song of the Year.

The 18th Annual Living Legends Awards Celebration in Los Angeles | Oct. 3rd, 2014

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The Living Legends Foundation Celebrates its
18th Annual Awards Show
 
This Year Marks the First Time the Organization Will Hold its Event in Los Angeles
 
Distinguished Honorees Include Cathy Hughes (pictured), Keith Clinkscales, Rushion McDonald, Ethiopia Habtemarian, Gail Mitchell, Aundrae Russell, Lee Bailey and KJLH-FM
 
(New York, NY – July 29, 2014) —The Living Legends Foundation (LLF) today announces the 2014 honorees for its 18th Living Legends Awards Celebration.

Songwriter Diane Warren To Be Honored By Point Foundation | Sept. 13th, 2014

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Prolific Songwriter To Receive Award at “Voices On Point” Concert and Dinner, September 13 at Los Angeles’ Hyatt Regency Century Plaza
 
LOS ANGELES, July 23, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Point Foundation (Point) will present its Leadership Award to songwriter Diane Warren, whose work has been recognized with Grammy® and Golden Globe® awards and multiple Academy Award® nominations. The Point Leadership Award is given to an individual who has achieved prominence in their professional career and unequivocally supported the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) community.

2015 Stellar Awards Marks 30th Anniversary in Las Vegas | March 28th, 2015

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2015 Stellar Gospel Music Awards Marks 30th Anniversary Milestone With New Date And Location In Las Vegas, Nevada
 
Telecast Taping Moves West to Las Vegas’ Orleans Arena on Saturday, March 28, 2015; Travel and Ticket Packages on Sale Beginning August 4th
 
CHICAGO, July 24, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — The biggest night in Gospel music, The Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards, is moving to a new venue and taping date in celebration of its 30th Anniversary milestone.

Hall of Fame Vocalist Larnelle Harris to be Honored with Governor’s Award

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Larnelle Harris will be the first Christian artist to receive the honor since the awards began 29 years ago
 
Hall of Fame vocalist and five-time Grammy winner, Larnelle Harris, will receive the 2014 Kentucky Governor’s Artist Award in a public ceremony in the Capitol Rotunda in Frankfort, Kentucky this October. The prestigious award is given to Kentuckians who have made significant contributions to the arts in the Commonwealth, across the country, and around the globe. Harris will be the first contemporary Christian vocalist to receive the Artist Award since its inception 29 years ago.

Sam Ash Music and Kashif Celebrate Black Music Month with Star-studded In-store Concert

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HICKSVILLE, N.Y., June 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Sam Ash Music, the nation’s leading full-line retail music chain, proudly celebrated Black Music Month with a June 25 star-studded in-store musical performance at its Hollywood, Calif., retail location featuring Grammy nominated recording artist, producer and songwriter Kashif.

Memphis Music Hall of Fame 2014 Inductees to be Revealed on June 26th, 2014

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Nine New Inductees Set To Join Roster That Includes B.B. King, Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Isaac Hayes, Al Green, Jerry Lee Lewis, Otis Redding, Howlin’ Wolf, ZZ Top

 
This Thursday, June 26, officials with the Memphis Music Hall of Fame will announce the names of nine luminaries of Memphis’ rich musical legacy for 2014 induction into The Hall. The 2014 Memphis Music Hall of Fame inductees will be announced at a special press conference to be held at Hard Rock Cafe, 315 Beale Street, beginning at 3:00 PM/CDT.

Enter to Win Tickets to the 28th Annual Long Beach Bayou Festival | June 21st & 22nd!!

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Enter to Win Tickets to the 28th Annual Long Beach Bayou Festival
June 21st & 22nd!!
 
Good Day T.U.M.S. Readers!
 
On behalf of Full House Promotions & the team here at T.U.M.S., we are giving away 4 tickets (1 pair per day) to see the special event on Sat & Sun, June 21st and 22nd – 2 winners total! Come check out the music, food and family fun at the Rainbow Lagoon Park! (Contest expired)

Our Conversation with Guitarist Earl Klugh | 36th Annual Playboy Jazz Exclusive 2014

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Check out our Interview with Jazz Legend Earl Klugh as part of our coverage of the Playboy Jazz Festival!
 
Whats Happening Readers,
 
As you may know, this weekend is the 36th Annual Playboy Jazz Festival at the Hollywood Bowl in Southern California. And one of the players slated to appear and perform stopped by T.U.M.S. recently for a candid conversation with our Publisher Terrill J. Hanna.