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Tuesday
26Jan2010

Song Critique & Career Coaching From Norwood Fisher of Fishbone

Norwood Fisher is the bass player for the funk/punk/rock/ska/metal/soul band Fishbone. Fisher has played bass in the band throughout its history, even as other members have come, gone, and returned.

Artists will always have to pay their dues.  It's just part of the process, but they should not have to learn all the same lessons as those who went before them. The road to success can be shortened by getting insight and advice from people who have been doing it for years.  Norwood Fisher is one of those people.

Norwood will listen to everything submitted to him on Music Xray and will provide honest, no-nonsense feedback on your songs and offer advice on where you might consider taking the song, both professionally and creatively.

Tuesday
26Jan2010

Label Roster Consideration for Acoustic Purists

Acoustic Forest Records is for acoustic music purists. They promote pure and unadulterated acoustic music, an all natural, nature-made music with pure taste.

If you fit into our Mission please submit your song for consideration.

Acoustic Forest Mission

To carry forward the acoustic music flag. To promote pure and unadulterated acoustic music at its zenith. To promote an all natural, nature-made music with pure taste.

No matter what the genre, acoustic music, as created with wood and steel, is here to stay. Here at Acoustic Forest, we believe acoustic string instruments are the ultimate medium for recording ... in too many ways to count.

1. Have you ever sat and just listened to the sounds of nature in its natural pristine state. The textured sounds are endless and multi-layered. W.C. Handy wrote in his autobiography that nature inspired him to play. It was the sound of nature in his hometown of Florence, Alabama, that he tried to recreate through his horn. He is considered today the "Father of the Blues".

2. I've always believed everything tastes better if it's eaten as close to nature as possible. Well, this truism also applies to music: the closer an instrument is to nature and its natural tones, the richer the harmonic range and the more pleasant to the ears the music becomes.

3. What is harmonious in nature is harmonious to us. It seems that the more synthetic and the more distant something is from nature, the more dissonant it becomes.

4. Acoustic music is timeless. The medium itself becomes the message. The genres that come and go seem to have very little to do with the medium. The acoustic medium has withstood itself for thousands of years in spite of what's been dictated as fashionable.

Tuesday
26Jan2010

Get a Professional Song Critique from Atlanta's Jazz, Soul, R&B, Hip Hop Producer and Arranger London Arrington

London Arrington will listen to your music-and give you a professional song critique.

London Arrington's production credits involves a cornucopia of music that includes straight-ahead Jazz, Soul, and Hip Hop.

He has arranged and composed for several Jazz artist on the NY and ATL Jazz scene. 

In addition to co-producing his own Jazz CD Between Lenox and 7th with Lincoln Center's Wycliffe Gordon in 2007, Arrington has writing and production credits within the Hip Hop/R&B/Pop genres with Music World production team THE BAMA BOYZ who have placed songs with various artists that include Destiny's Child, Trinitee 5:7, and Beyonce'. London has worked with various artist in the independent Atlanta Soul scene as well.  His affinity for all genres of music has kept him busy over the years and his ear is always listening for that new hot sound.

Tuesday
26Jan2010

Obtain a Song Critique from Chris Jay President of Rusted Can Records

Chris Jay is a seasoned  live and studio engineer and educator. Chris has branched out from the studio with his record label Rusted Can Records.

Chris Jay started his career in 1995 on the first Warped tour- where he did sound for Sublime, Sick of it all, Guttermouth. 

From 1995-2000 Chris was a touring live sound engineer. From there he went into studio freelance engineering and artist assitant, where Chris worked with such Artists as The Marleys, Busta Ryhmes, Missy Elliot, P Diddy, Cash Money Millionaires and LL cool J . In 2008 Chris Jay started my own Label Rusted Can Records where he has been focusing on Artist development. Chris Jay is also a teacher At Full Sail University.

Tuesday
26Jan2010

Get Career Coaching & Song Critiques from David Sherbow - Specializing in Rock, Pop, R&B & Hip Hop

Sherbow's perspective in the rock, pop, R&B and hip-hop music business is based on over 50 years of experience managing, booking and making deals forrock, funk, rap and R&B artists, running independent record companies, and as the head of promotion for WMG’s Asylum Records. His independent record promotion companies have broken over 100 No. 1 records from '95 to '09, including such artists as Jay-Z, Ludacris, DMX, Ja Rule, Ashanti, Kanye West,Sean Kingston, Unk, and Ray J.

I will either review your song and tell you how strong of a song it is and detail its key strengths and weaknesses. 

Tuesday
26Jan2010

Obtain a Song Critique from Grovis Music President Erik Hargrove

Erik has performed and recorded with James Brown, Bootsy Collins, Sister Hazel, Thomas McClary (founder of the Commodores) and more. Erik teaches many of the major styles of music.

Erik is currently doing various gigs around the world with Sister Hazel, Ken Block's Solo Performances, Thomas McClary and Bootsy Collins in his “Tribute to James Brown” where he toured Europe and Japan in 2008 and 2009.

Erik says, "I will review your music, tell you how strong of a song it is to help you polish your finished product."

Tuesday
26Jan2010

Obtain a Song Critique from Major Label Executive Andrew F.

Andrew works on mobile strategies at a major label group developing new initiatives and promotions with the mobile carriers on artists such as Alicia Keys, Chris Brown, and Bruce Springsteen. He’s part of the team responsible for Sean Kingston, T-Pain and Hurricane Chris' ringtone chart successes this year. Andrew spent 9 years at Atlantic Records as an A&R rep and worked with award winning artists like Kevin Lyttle, Grammy Award winners like Brandy and Sean Paul and soundtracks such as "After the Sunset" and "What A Girl Wants".

I'm looking forward to reviewing your music and providing constructive feedback!If I hear something I absolutely love I may even pass it along. 

Tuesday
26Jan2010

Professional Song Critiques and Career Coaching from Jazz, Latin & World Music's Jack O'Neil of Blue Jackel Entertainment

Jack has years of hands on experience in the Jazz, Latin, Spanish and Wold Music markets.

Submit you music to Jack O'Neil President of Blue Jackel Entertainment and he will respond within 7 days of your submission with a professional song critique and/or he can give you insight and coaching regarding the next steps in your career

In 1995 Jack O'Neil started Blue Jackel Entertainment- producing, recording, and presenting artists from around the world.  Blue Jackel Entertainment is currently distributed by EMI in the US.

Jackel Entertainment and their artists have received 11 Grammy Nominations winning 3 Grammy's. It has won the European World Music title of the year twice with Marlui Miranda and Cuba: I am Time.

Jack O'Neils extensive time spent in Brazil, Puerto Rico and Cuba- performing, studying and learning the similarities and differences in their rhythms, harmonies, and all facets of the culture's music and how it relates to music from the US, Africa and Europe. Jack also has vast studio experience with musicians from around the world, organizing the musicians and materials for recording, producing, mixing, sequencing and mastering CD's.

Currently Jack teaches at Colleges and universities in the New York area: The Music business, music Theory, Composition and Ensembles. Since 2009 he is a panelist on The Huntington Arts Council.

 

Tuesday
19Jan2010

Get a Song Critique, Personal or Career Coaching, Radio Airplay or Label Development Strategic Consultation from Larry Yates CEO of Key Note Entertainment

Larry Yates is a prominent consultant to major artists, label executives, owners and investors in the recording industry. With over 20 years experience as an artist and industry executive, Yates has managed marketing, promotion and distribution projects for multiple labels and is the founder and CEO of Key Note Entertainment. 

His track record has included clients who are industry legends from Lamont Dozier, James Ingram, Smokey Robinson, Johnny Gill, Toni Braxton, Suzanne dePasse, Berry Gordy, to the late Bunky Shepherd and Tupac Shakur. A renown songwriter and solo artist in his own right, Larry Yates previously released three albums. He is an author and publisher of children's books, and has developed soundtracks and distributed films including Unconditional Love by John Horne. 

Larry Yates' career has been expansive and he has consulted with government officials including mayors, senators and governors on music festivals and concerts, community projects, and legislative bills. He also held the position of chairperson of a coalition of independent radio station owners. You can work with Larry Yates as CEO of Key Note for a considerable fee for his personal time or take advantage of Larry Yates' consultation interaction only here on Music Xray.

Monday
18Jan2010

Obtain a Song Review and Possible Interview Consideration from Dan Mayfield

Dan Mayfield has more than a dozen years of experience as a writer, editor, reporter, photographer and columnist at two major daily newspapers. he is recognized for his skills in a variety of media, including newspapers, magazines, radio and tv.

Dan is the Assistant Arts Editor, Columnist, The Albuquerque Journal, Albuquerque New Mexico, 2004-present.

As the Assistant Arts Editor at the state’s largest daily newspaper, Mayfield is responsible for writing and editing entertainment stories for the paper’s weekly arts magazine and The Sunday Journal. Mayfield also appears on KOAT TV, the local ABC affiliate’s highly-rated morning show to report on entertainment events in the state.

Mayfield is the host of a specialty doo-wop show on Albuquerque’s only oldies radio station, Real Oldies 1600 AM. As host, Mayfield is responsible for voice tracking the show, developing show ideas and programming a dynamic doo-wop only radio show weekly.

Monday
18Jan2010

Get a Song Critique or Personal Career and Development Consultation from Lon Van Eaton President of Imagine a Better World

Lon Van Eaton is a creative entertainment industry professional with high integrity and proven track record in the entertainment business as a recording artist, musician, songwriter, music/video producer.

You could get a song critique or this consultation by going directly to Lon Van Eaton- president of Imagine a Better World and he would simply have to charge a heftier fee for his time. The convenience of Music Xray makes it possible for Lon to offer for a limited time a limited number of reviews. You can take advantage of Lon Van Eaton's consultation interaction only here on Music Xray.

Lon Van Eaton's career includes being a recording artist on the original Beatles' Apple Records label, and being produced by the late George Harrison, as well as Columbia/SONY/CBS Records and A&M Records.

In 1985, Lon created Imagine a Better World, Inc. (“IBW”) as an entertainment production company with a purpose -- to create media for conscious change. Lon Van Eaton and IBW have produced a distinct series of local, national and international entertainment project properties to demonstrate alternative ways of cooperation, solution orientation, environmental caring and awareness, humanitarian outreach, human rights -- all with the concept of enlightening and educating through contemporary entertaining media as the vehicle.

Currently developing the new Musical Production: The Dance of Life. www.ahthedanceoflife.com

Monday
18Jan2010

Obtain a Song Critique from Professional Music Critic Dunia Best Sinnreich

Dunia's reviews and interviews can be found around the web, most recently on the blog Sanskrit Literature. 

Sinnreich has been putting her own spin on popular music genres for fifteen years. With her bands Agent 99, Dubistry and now Brave New Girl, her music has crossed Third Wave ska, dub, breakbeats, reggae, soul and jazz. Dunia is also the creator of dubYoga, which combines dub music with kirtan traditions to create healing music for body, mind and soul.

An honest and thorough critique and review of your work. A focused ear for reggae, ska and world music, and also a great ear for music that cannot be pigeon-holed. 

Monday
18Jan2010

Obtain a Professional Song Critique from Alex Torrez

Alex Torrez is a twenty year veteran of the Nashville music industry, and has held executive-level positions with Sony A&R, Columbia Records A&R and Outreach Marketing for Gibson Guitar.

To read Alex's full bio and to submit music to him please click the interaction button below.

Tuesday
12Jan2010

Obtain a Song Critique from Industry Vet & Sha-la Music President Robert Allen

Allen is an industry veteran with 37 years experience, the last 22 years as President of Sha-La Music, Inc., specializing in publishing, production, artist management and a nationally distributed record label. 

He has a unique industry vantage point from being an artist and songwriter with production and publishing deals, to being an artist representative, shopping and making deals worldwide. He also runs his own indie label, which has garnered national airplay at Rock, AAA, College and Internet Radio.

Robert says, "My main project is DownTown Mystic, which is my alter ego as an artist, and I'm in the studio now recording a 3rd CD."

Tuesday
12Jan2010

Obtain a Song Critique from Producer & Music Supervisor Guillermo de la Barreda

As a music supervisor and editor, Guillermo has also worked on several TV shows for ABC, NBC, FOX (Extreme Home Makeover, Deal Or No Deal, Super Nanny, etc.),  music videos for Michael Jackson, Jay-Z and Puff Daddy. He has worked on various films for the BET channel as well as the new documentary "Walking On Dead Fish" by Executive Producer Terry Bradshaw.

Guillermo broke LA based The Tender Box on a Chevy spot, as well as the UK's Infadels on a spot for Pontiac.

Originally from Spain, Guillermo now resides in Los Angeles, where he's established himself as a successful musician. He's composed, produced, arranged, and served as creative director, music consultant and supervisor on many commercials, documentaries, films and TV shows. Other than having a great eye for business opportunities Guillermo's main strength is his ability to discover and license new bands, as well as produce and arrange the type of songs that will get licensed in the TV and film world.

Monday
04Jan2010

Song Critique and Career Coaching from World Music's Tom Frouge

Tom listens to everything submitted to him through Music Xray and will provide valuable feedback and insights within 7 days.

Tom Frouge began his music business career in 1988 as a disc jockey at free-form radio station WPKN-FM in Bridgeport, CT, where he also served as music director for eight years. During his tenure at the station, Frouge began working at Green Linnet Records where he served as Director of National Promotion for five years. He also oversaw the label's Red Bird imprint, which specialized in American Roots music.

In 1998 Tom joined Putumayo World Music as Senior VP of Promotion/Artist Label Manager. In addition to his duties of overseeing the bi-coastal publicity and promotion team for the company, he was responsible for helping create and heading the Putumayo Artists label in Berkeley, CA. Artists he was instrumental in bringing to the label include acclaimed Malian musician Habib Koite, Zimbabwe's Oliver Mtukudzi, England's Equation and the legendary South African diva Miriam Makeba.

Mr Frouge's full bio can be read by clicking the button below.

He says, "Through Music Xray, I'm happy to make myself available to you and am eager to hear your music, provide my honest assessment and perhaps tell you where I think you could go with it both creatively and professionally. Please submit any genre of music for my consideration."

 

Monday
04Jan2010

Be Considered for Radio Play with Michael Jay at The Great Unknowns Presents

The Great Unknowns Presents is the place where great unknown artists are heard. Not only do listeners get to hear great music, but they get a chance to hear band members themselves.

Here on the Great Unknowns Presents, we only premiere the most talented artists the music industry has to offer. Quality is the most important part of the show and listeners have a chance to hear to sample the newest rising stars.

Established in March 2009, the host of The Great Unknowns Presents started this project as a mere college music podcast, but after going public in May, the show quickly took off. Within just 8 months, The Great Unknowns Presents has over 30,000 iTunes subscribers worldwide with over 2,000 regular listeners every week with as many as 500 listeners within just one day.  

Enjoy a new episode each week on Friday, noon PST on  http://greatunknownspresents.com  

Monday
04Jan2010

Be Considered for a Professional Management Deal - Avokado

Avokado Artists Management and Consulting, a company that specializes in a variety of independent music-related services including artist management, marketing & promotion, general label consultation and music supervision.

Your song will be evaluated by a member of the Avokado Artists  team by submitting your best song here. If we think it would be a good fit will will contact you requesting that you submit your press kit.


We give serious consideration and feedback on every submission.

Monday
04Jan2010

Interview Consideration and Professional Song Review - Great Unknowns Music Expose

 

On Great Unknowns Music Exposé , we review your music, give a brief biography of the band, and give your music- a professional review, then proceed with the one-on-one interview for our readers. 

Read a sample of Great Unknowns Music Exposé athttp://greatunknownsmusicexpose.com

This online music magazine is dedicated to spotlighting new music artists in the unsigned and independent industry. Each music artist is personally interviewed for for the spoken and text material to give readers exclusive information about each music artist, because they deserve to know who they are listening to.

Sunday
03Jan2010

Exposure via The Song Cat Blog

The Song Cat is Back (formerly the DotCat Song Blog):

http://song.cat

Everyday we post three songs. You vote for the best. Each day’s winning song goes on to the following day to face off against two new songs. Songs that do exceptionally well make our wall of fame and may be publicly reviewed in The Huffington Post or elsewhere.

Is your song ready to compete? Submission is free so find out now and get ready to mobilize your voters!