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MICHAEL J.
MEDIA: JULY 2010 NEWSLETTER AND CLIENT ROSTER Compilation CD’s of the entire MJM roster available to industry on request. Simply send us an e-mail! Hey everyone……I wanted to let you all know I’ve started a new blog where I’ll be posting regular PR tips and of course, pimping our artists. You can find it at michaeljmediapr.blogspot.com and if you’d like to have the posts e-mailed to you directly, please reply to this newsletter and let me know. Thanks for reading and listening, and have a great month!
[
New Clients &
New or Recent Releases
]
Ludo: Island recording
artists Ludo are gearing up for the release of their sophomore album
on the label August 17, as well as a tour to support it. Once
again, the project was recorded with producer Matt Wallace in Los
Angeles, who was at the helm for the band’s breakout 2008 release,
You’re Awful, I Love You.
www.myspace.com/ludorock
Holding Mercury: Chicago
based band rock band Holding Mercury is releasing their second
album, Love in the Information Age, on October 12, and it’s
the follow-up to 2008’s infectious Downfall of an Empire.
Here is the accurate description of the band on their website:
"All the best elements of the sophisticated pop bands you loved (and
still love) from the 80s a la The Police, Crowded House, Duran
Duran, Cheap Trick, U2 and The Cars pumped through a Marshall stack
cranked up to 10!!"
www.holdingmercury.com
The Villains: Atlanta based
band The Villains recently signed to Rock Ridge Music, joining a
roster that includes the likes of Sister Hazel, Reel Big Fish and
Cherry Poppin’ Daddies. The label has just re-released the band’s
debut self-titled album, which includes a bonus track, Pure Prairie
League’s “Amie.”
www.thevillainsband.com
Red Wanting Blue: Ohio road warriors recently signed with NYC based independent label Fanatic Records. They are re-releasing their 2008 album, These Magnificent Miles, under the new imprint July 27 and continue to tour regionally; with various CD release shows planned in key markets. www.redwantingblue.com
Treasa Levasseur Low
Fidelity (August 17) With her
critically acclaimed album Low Fidelity, a 2010 JUNO
nominee for Blues Album of the Year, set for U.S. release on August
17 and several U.S. tour stops on the summer schedule, Canadian
singer/songwriter Treasa Levasseur is on the verge of hooking a
whole new throng of fans by blending old school rhythm and blues
grooves with a songwriting ethic that comes from years of playing
folk music.
www.treasalevasseur.com
Trevor Alguire Now Before
Us (August 31) From Canada's seemingly inexhaustible pool of
talented musicians comes Trevor Alguire, a singer/songwriter whose
first two solo albums have drawn praise from fans and critics alike.
Compared with the likes of Steve Earle, Tom Petty and Wilco, Alguire
is set to release his latest album, Now Before Us, in the
U.S. and Canada on August 31.
www.trevoralguire.com
Shane Lamb Nashville
singer/songwriter Shane Lamb endured a period of loss and
disillusionment, and came out on the other end with his debut album,
the critically acclaimed Disengage. Now Lamb, who cites Tom
Petty, Neil Young and Bob Dylan as some of the influences on
Disengage, hits the road for a solo acoustic tour beginning
July 2.
www.shanelambmusic.com
The Problems: Powder Blue
Bone This New York City based band’s sophomore album offers a
rich and engaging blend of roots rock, pop, country, alternative,
urban and even a splash of punk. It’s The Problems' second
full-length independent release following the success of their
self-titled debut in 2001.
www.myspace.com/theproblemsny
John McVey: Unpredictable
(July 20) It’s been 10 years since John McVey released his second
solo album, Jigsaw, but the singer/songwriter has been
plenty busy during that time, working as a producer and engineer at
Coupe Studios in Boulder, CO, while volunteering his time and music
to both local and national charities. He never stopped writing,
though, and now the Princeton, NJ, native is set to release his new
album, Unpredictable, on July 20.
www.johnmcvey.com
Jenn Franklin: Girl Invisible
(Vol. 1): She's drawn comparisons to some of today's
premiere songstresses, but while Jenn Franklin shares some
similarities with the likes of Sarah McLachlan, Aimee Mann and Sara
Bareilles, she has a voice -- and a style -- all her own. With the
release of the first installment of her new full-length album,
Girl Invisible (Vol. 1) late last month, Franklin is primed to
build on the critical success of her debut EP, Errors &
Admissions.
www.jennfranklin.com
John Milstead: Sides of
the Soul. Heavily influenced by Sam Cooke and
Don Henley, John Milstead's Sides of the Soul is a blend of
acoustic and soul. Born in Tupelo, MS, John grew up around soul and
gospel music--- always adding a twist of classic soul to his
melodies.
www.myspace.com/johnmilsteadmusic
[
Some Love
for the Companies We Represent]
Bullz-Eye.com:
With movie and music reviews, original entertainment features,
sports commentary, men’s fitness columns, humor content, and blogs
covering a wide range of topics, Bullz-Eye.com has become one of the
premier entertainment sites for men between the ages of 18-34. Of
course, there’s plenty of eye candy as well, with a new Featured
Model layout every month along with weekly shoots of their beautiful
Girls Next Door and Glamour Girls. Check out the recent re-design
of the site as well!
www.bullzeye.com
[ General News ]
A Clever Con: New Jersey rock band recently won the
War for the Warped Tour for the second straight year, and will be
performing at the event on July 18 in Oceanport, New Jersey.
Mike Farley Band: Yes, that’s right. The Mike
Farley Band will reunite for a show in Cleveland on July 25 at
Brothers Lounge to commemorate the 10-year anniversary of the
Halfaworldaway album. It’s an early show, 6pm and it’s free.
Hope to see you there!
[
On Tour
]
Michael J. Media is proud to be handling tour
press for Telarc/Heads Up/Concord Peak artists for
June, July and August. Among them are David Benoit, George Duke,
Gerald Albright, Jeff Lorber, Mike Stern, Mindi Abair, Take 6,
Hiromi, Moreland & Arbuckle, Otis Taylor, Pinetop Perkins, Boney
James, Norman Brown, Jesse J and Peter White.
www.telarc.com
www.headsup.com
JD Souther: A legendary
songwriter with cuts by the likes of The Eagles, James Taylor and
Linda Ronstadt, JD Souther has spent the last few years cultivating
his own solo career. He is currently touring in support of Rain,
a live album recorded at Nashville’s Belcourt Theater and released
in 2009.
www.jdsouther.net
David Olney: David Olney’s
latest, Dutchman’s Curve, was released in April and is drawing raves,
just like most of Olney’s material always has. Olney is currently on a
European tour and then returns to the States for more touring in support
of Dutchman’s Curve this summer, all of the dates with stage-mate Sergio
Webb.
www.davidolney.comRoger Clyne and the Peacemakers: For over a decade, Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers have not only redefined what mainstream radio would have the public believe is "popular," but they have rewritten the rules on how songs are written and albums are made. Sticking to their credo of art leading commerce, RCPM have consistently produced nothing but uncompromised, unadulterated, pure rock-n-roll. www.azpeacemakers.com
Poco: For more than two
generations, Poco conquered radio and sold millions of albums with
classic hits like “Rose of Cimarron,” “Good Feelin’ To Know, “
“You’d Better Think Twice,” “Heart of the Night,” “Crazy Love” and
“Call It Love.”
www.poconut.com
Pure Prairie League: Original
member Craig Fuller and long-time member Mike Reilly continue to
lead this legendary country rock band. Their biggest hits, still
crowd favorites, are “Amie” and “Let Me Love You Tonight.”
www.pureprairieleague.com
Jason & The Scorchers: The
Scorchers recently wrapped up a European tour and some regional US
shows in support of their latest release, Halcyon Times. The album,
which has been adored by critics so far, is the band’s first release
since 1996, and is every bit as dynamic and mind-blowing as their
vintage material.
www.jasonandthescorchers.com
Farmer Jason: Also known
around the world as Jason Ringenberg from Jason & The
Scorchers, Farmer Jason recently earned his second Emmy
nomination for Best Children’s Program Mid South Region and he
continues to tour nationally.
www.farmerjason.com
Will Kimbrough: Kimbrough is
currently on tour in support of his latest, Wings, a
stunning new release that continues to draw raves from press, radio
and fans. Will and Tommy Womack are also touring with their
DADDY project.
www.willkimbrough.com
or
www.myspace.com/daddytheband
John McEuen: A
founding member of The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, with
multiple projects as a performer, songwriter, and producer, John
McEuen was recently called upon to take part in Levon Helm’s
Midnight Ramble and birthday celebration in May in Woodstock, New
York. McEuen, meanwhile, continues to tour throughout the summer
with and without the Dirt Band.
www.johnmceuen.com
The Iveys: Along with a
melodic pop style and just a bit of twang to show their Texas roots,
the band’s self-titled debut album is a solid collection of songs
with heartfelt lyrics that transcend the trio’s youth. They are
currently on their next leg of touring, with a venture into
California for the first time.
www.theiveysmusic.com
Badfish, a Tribute To Sublime:
Badfish, a Tribute to Sublime
continues to tour nationwide and will amp up their itinerary through
the summer once again. The band was recently featured in Rolling
Stone in a story about tribute acts.
www.badfish.com
Scotty Don’t: Still touring
in support of their most recent album, Songs from the Back Porch,
Scotty Don’t is the original alter-ego project of Badfish.
www.scottydont.com
Tim Mahoney: He
has been a fixture on the Twin Cities live music scene (as
well as in most of Minnesota and surrounding states) for 15 years
now, and most fans and followers have confirmed and asserted that
Mahoney is at his best performing live. That’s why Mahoney recorded
a recent hometown show to release a live album, due out in
September.
www.timmahoney.com
Monte Montgomery Since a jaw
dropping performance on “Austin City Limits,” Monte
Montgomery has embarked on an almost fantasy like rock and
roll roller coaster ride filled with dizzying accomplishments and
mind blowing accolades. www.montemontgomery.net
Chris Schutz & The Tourists
This Philly band’s debut album, Gemini, is the music of
real life—at times a really tough life—once filled with misery,
rejection, pain and an all-too-real fall into drugs and dark days.
Chris tells all from the vantage point of a much better place—a life
now brimming with promise, discovery, genuine excitement, and real
love. The band is hitting the road for a nationwide tour this
month.
www.chrisschutz.com
Three Miles Out: Hard-edged
pop/rock band continues to tour regionally and the boys are getting
ready to release a new acoustic album.
www.threemilesout.com
Chris Knight: It’s been on
record – as well as everywhere from rowdy Texas roadhouses to hushed
New York City theaters – where Chris has forged the reputation for a
stark and often-ferocious honesty that led one writer to call his
music “where Cormac McCarthy meets Copperhead Road.”
www.chrisknight.net
[ Blogs and Other Writing Projects ]
NY Giants blog:
http://gmenden.com
NFL blog:
www.imissfootballseason.com
Grub For Guys on Bullz-Eye.com:
www.bullzeye.com/grub_for_guys
Contributing writer to NY Mets blog:
www.metsmerizedonline.com
Bullz-Eye.com:
www.bullzeye.com
The
Scores Report:
www.scoresreport.com
Premium
Hollywood:
www.premiumhollywood.com
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