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January 7, 2015

Howard Jones To “Engage” US February 27th

On February 27th, electronic music pioneer Howard Jones will have the United States premiere of his brand new multi-media project, ENGAGE, at the Saban Theatre in Los Angeles. Entirely fan-funded by PledgeMusic, ENGAGE is Jones’ most ambitious work to date, incorporating specially-commissioned visuals with music and an interactive live show. ENGAGE is inspired by such diverse musical genres as electronica, contemporary classical and pop, fusing this audio mélange with other visual and literary arts such as ballet, modern dance and philosophy. The audience is invited to participate via smart phone apps, customized clothing and fluorescent make-up.

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January 7, 2015

Motema Music Celebrates Nominations At Birdland

2014 was a huge year for Motema Music with [ 5 ] Grammy Nominations for Rufus Reid (Best Large Ensemble Album, Best Instrumental Composition), Rene Marie (Best Jazz Vocal Album), Arturo O’Farrill & The Latin Jazz Orchestra and The Pedrito Martinez Group (both for Best Latin Jazz Album). And The Cookers were selected as the iTunes Jazz Album of the Year!

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January 7, 2015

Joe Driscoll & Sekou Kouyate Tour North America

Joe Driscoll & Sekou Kouyate return to North America on the heels of a triumphant debut in 2014. After the release of their acclaimed album Faya by Cumbancha Discovery and a successful tour in the summer of 2014, Driscoll and Kouyate, backed by bassist John Railton and drummer James Breen, bring their electrifying collaboration to venues across the US and Canada starting January 29th.

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January 7, 2015

Shaggy’s “I Need Your Love” Released

Multi-platinum Grammy award winning musician Shaggy has not stopped presenting his versatile style of reggae and dancehall to a global market in the years since he achieved worldwide success with hits like “Boombastic” and Billboard #1s “It Wasn’t Me” and “Angel.” Most recently, in collaboration with longtime friend and producer Costi, Shaggy joined forces with Afro-Pop star Mohombi and Australian singer Faydee on the new track “I Need Your Love”.

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January 7, 2015

Governor’s Ball Fest Posts Roster

Founders Entertainment is excited to announce the lineup for the 2015 Governors Ball Music Festival. The fifth annual edition of New York City’s premier live music event will celebrate a half decade of good times and great music in the Big Apple, from Friday, June 5th through Sunday, June 7th in beautiful Randall’s Island Park. Aside from showcasing a wide spectrum of Dance, Indie Rock, Hip Hop, Americana, Electronica and Pop all weekend long, Governors Ball will also feature the incredible culinary options and art installations that contribute to the festival’s unique New York City vibe. 3-day GA and VIP tickets are available now on GovBall.com through Eventbrite.

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January 7, 2015

The North Country’s There Is Nothing To Fear Coming April 20th

Compelling songwriting and tasteful musicianship are the pillars on which The North Country stands. Over the band’s four years in Washington, DC’s freshly reborn DIY scene they’ve forged a reputation for colorful and raucous shows. Drawing initially from roots Americana music, The North Country take things a step further, weaving a vivid web of psychedelic tones and colors into their sound that are both distinct and invitingly familiar.

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January 7, 2015

Shaky Boots Festival To Debut With Country Superstars

The producers of Shaky Knees Festival are proud to announce a hard-hitting country music lineup for its debut Shaky Boots Festival. The festival will take place May 16-17, 2015 at the KSU Sports and Entertainment Park in Kennesaw, GA just north of Atlanta. Blake Shelton, Brad Paisley, Dierks Bentley, Rascal Flatts, The Band Perry, Dwight Yoakam, Jason Isbell, Old Crow Medicine Show, and over a dozen other country music artists will perform on three stages.

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January 7, 2015

Kawehi’s Evolution Coming

Kawehi is ready to take 2015 by storm. The Lawrence, KS based singer has announced another round of tour dates that will take her across the States and keep her on the road through the end of March. Kicking off in Boston on January 9, the tour will take her down to New York on January 11 where she is scheduled to headline the Bowery Ballroom. She then heads further south hitting Philadelphia, Washington DC, Nashville, Raleigh, Charlotte and more before she heads west. Kawehi will play the Hotel Cafe in Los Angeles on February 20 and will stay on the west coast through early March hitting San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, Portland, Vancouver and more. She makes her way back home in March, but not before playing a handful of showcases at SxSW in Austin. She won’t be home for long considering she’s already confirming summer festivals including the just announced Bottlerock Music Festival this May.

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