http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp Indie music news articles for 2008. en-us Copyright © 2001-2008 Manhydra Media. All rights reserved. http://www.pittradio.net/contact/ http://www.pittradio.net/images/xml_news.jpg http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/ 144 120 CD/Album, track single releases, DIY articles, gigs, tours, events, and breaking entertainment news by indie artists and music industry professionals. http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=316 http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=316 The Kevin Lucas Orchestra will embark on a mid-west tour on the eve of the release of their new single "Green and Blue".]]> Wed, 28 May 2008 07:09:00 GMT http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=315 http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=315 Singer/songwriter Tanja Maritsa has a truly unique and rare gift. Through her music, she provides a healing touch that pervades listeners with a delicate blend of Jazz, Pop, and Folk. Child in My Heart is her debut release and a masterful mixture of romantic and surreal songs that soothe souls and mellow minds.]]> Tue, 27 May 2008 23:07:00 GMT http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=314 http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=314 Master improvisational pianist John Bayless returns to his roots with an album fusing the music of Elton John and the style of Bach.]]> Tue, 27 May 2008 16:14:00 GMT http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=313 http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=313 Michael Forrest is one of life's true experimenters. A background in physics, and with a personal musical history that encompasses almost any style you wish to name, he is finally ready to offer the world the fruits of his bizarre labour - the album is called Broken Into Tumbolia, and it has truly got to be heard to be believed. As a record, it is a masterpiece of the cut and paste ethos of much electronic music. As one man's work, it is a testament to his almost limitless creativity.]]> Tue, 27 May 2008 16:06:00 GMT http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=312 http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=312 If you can't decide on a candidate in this year's presidential election, then vote for Hillary Obama. Who? Watch "Pick One (the music video)" and find out.]]> Mon, 26 May 2008 21:36:00 GMT http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=311 http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=311 Berklee to Audition and Interview African Students In Accra, Ghana, and Durban, South Africa, in June For Unique Scholarship Opportunities.]]> Sat, 24 May 2008 01:55:00 GMT http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=310 http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=310 Russian Born Alt-Pop Singer Lena Compared To "Female David Bowie", Is Giving Away $5000 For The Best Fan Made Music Video To The Song "Good Bye!"]]> Fri, 23 May 2008 19:50:00 GMT http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=309 http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=309 Shannon Noll will be featured by Major League Baseball starting July 21st. Check the former Australian Idol runner up out singing "Take Me Out to the Ball Game" by clicking the link below. The first single off his new album "Loud" is featured on MSG Networks and Ballparks all over the country.]]> Thu, 22 May 2008 23:28:00 GMT http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=308 http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=308 Randy, Paula and Simon are always talking about song selection, and the right choice can make all the difference - just ask Syesha. With the help of some top songwriters ("Love Is A Battlefield," "I Wanna Dance With Somebody"), we choose specific songs that will wow the judges. Some of the advice:]]> Thu, 22 May 2008 21:11:00 GMT http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=307 http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=307 With Liberty, Robert Lauri realises a project that reveals his talent of international dimension as an author, compositor and performer.]]> Wed, 21 May 2008 16:16:00 GMT http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=306 http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=306 Veteran Muscle Shoals Musician Russell Gulley revitalized his recording career with his self released CD, "Back to the Swamp" after some twenty years away from the recording business.]]> Wed, 21 May 2008 01:45:00 GMT http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=305 http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=305 NEW BEGINNING is a CD which encompasses artist Sonya Kahn's social and environmental surroundings and some personal experiences with the polish of innovative and daring musical stylings. It was born from a myriad of influences, Sonya describes as "pop rock with 2 tablespoons of soul and one full glass of classical music."]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 16:48:00 GMT http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=304 http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=304 Indie Artist Employs Sliding Scale Approach To Market Her Music.]]> Mon, 19 May 2008 22:52:00 GMT http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=303 http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=303 Indie/Pop/Folk/Country/Alternative/Vocal crossover musical-artist - Len Francis Monahan - now has a hot new bestseller in the Classical & Vocal Music Categories.]]> Mon, 19 May 2008 20:50:00 GMT http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=302 http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=302 Redd Dawg Records International, (a subsidiary of Big Tone Entertainment Group) is proud to announce the June 10rd Street Date for the new release by Southern Soul Blues Recording Artist REGGIE SEARS titled "Sweet Thang."]]> Mon, 19 May 2008 19:51:00 GMT http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=301 http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=301 Leon Newton is considered a new songwriter while actually he has been writing songs for over ten years. It was only a couple of years ago that he decided his talent for writing could lead to commercial success.]]> Mon, 19 May 2008 18:39:00 GMT http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=300 http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=300 After only a few short weeks after entering the US (Miami, FL) Still Alive has been ripping it up and laying down their stylish and funky groove lines at the clubs and for their fans.]]> Sat, 17 May 2008 22:10:00 GMT http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=299 http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=299 Hal Flavin are a band who refuse to fit into the mould.]]> Fri, 16 May 2008 22:24:00 GMT http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=298 http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=298 Jefro is tired of what he calls “the bullshit and politics that this world keeps bringing down on us.” But instead of complaining about it, this Californian singer-songwriter wants to do something about it.]]> Fri, 16 May 2008 19:33:00 GMT http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=297 http://www.pittradio.net/music_news/2008.asp?id=297 Jihae's voice is melancholic but defiant. At times cynical, but always resolute. Her hypnotic rhythmsare seductive and her lyrics, subversively sentimental and knowing. The dynamics of her music carry each story and poem into a dreamworld, featuring daring arrangements on voice, guitar, cello, viola, bass, synth, drums, percussion and programmed beats. Jihae is the unique yet familiar sound of now.]]> Fri, 16 May 2008 16:20:00 GMT