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This month's newsletter features the listings that were submitted to me this past month. The contacts listed are sorted into FIVE sections. 1. Publications that will REVIEW your music |
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SECTION ONE: SITES/PUBLICATIONS WHERE YOU CAN GET YOUR MUSIC REVIEWED Real Sound Theory 405 Orangewood Dr. Dayton, OH 45429 PH: 850-450-3216 Joseph Bridges josephsibleybridges@yahoo.com www.realsoundtheory.com Reviews new and upcoming releases from the music and movie industry. Women's Rising Music PO Box 115, Portales, NM 88130 PH: 575-714-1473 Cheryl Bruedigam cherylb@ziamediagroup.com www.womensrising.com Spotlights unique and talented women in music. Music reviews. Featured artists. MuseRevolution Magazine info@muserevolution.com www.muserevolution.net Covers the realm of Country music from new and independent artists to the current hit makers. Our magazine is dedicated to supporting and promoting independent and new artists in the US and around the world. Subspace Biographies Jebus walberg66@hotmail.com www.subspacebiographies.com A music blog about Pop, Rock, Indie and Twee. Digitalgig editor@digitalgig.co.uk www.digitalgig.co.uk A UK based online music magazine exclusively featuring unsigned music. Reviews, features, interviews and articles as well as the hottest news from the UK underground music scene. Singer & Musician Magazine www.ilivetoplay.net Focused on providing singers, songwriters, musicians and bands with practical, down-to-earth information they can take to their next gig, rehearsal or recording session. Singer & Musician also features the best of independent music. The magazine is interested in giving working musicians the tools they need to navigate the twisting roads of the music business to reach success. Guaranteed Reviews 2400 NW 80th St. #154, Seattle, WA 98117-4449 info@guaranteedreviews.com www.guaranteedreviews.com A paid service for those that want to get a professional review of their music. Every reviewer at GuaranteedReviews is in some way connected to the music business. Together we have a combined 250 years in the industry. Our advice to you is informed by decades worth of success, mistakes and solid industry connections. Please let us put that experience to work for you. REVIEWS ARE $15 EACH.  SECTION TWO: RADIO SHOWS AND PROMOTION 2.1 RADIO - STATIONS AND SHOWS Luv Grooves Radio & Magazine 4-7-19-202 Sumiyoshi Heights, Konan-cho Higashinada ku, Kobe-shi,Hyogo-ken Japan 658-0084 PH: 011-81-904-276-5716 G.E. Williams luvgrooves@yahoo.co.jp www.luvgrooves.com We assist independent artists in building and solidifying a loyal Japanese fanbase without the inconveniences caused by the language barrier. WTJU U. Virginia PO Box 400811, Charlottesville, VA 22904-4811 PH: 434-924-0885 wtju@virginia.edu http://wtju.net/record/musub Presents original, rich, and diverse programming of music and other forms of expression free from the direct constraints of commercial interests, reflecting the broadest educational goals of the University. Check our submission page to find the contact information for the appropriate music director for your style of music http://wtju.net/record/musub detour BLUES 17467 Warwick Blvd. Newport News, VA 23603 PH: 757-968-4059 John Tibbs john@detourblues.com www.detourblues.com Features a handpicked selection of all styles of Blues from worldwide artists both small & large. GroundWaves.fm Chris Campbell chris@groundwaves.fm www.groundwaves.fm Established so that musicians who might not otherwise receive radio airplay have a forum through which they might be heard by a global audience; and to provide listeners with a diverse and unique commercial-free alternative to mainstream radio. Clinic Diafragma Parque de la Herradura # 35. Interior 503. Col. Parques de la Herradura. Huixquilucan, Estado de México. México PH: 5-291-55-77 FX: 5-291-55-77 Sergio Albarrán clinicdiafragma@gmail.com www.clinicdiafragma.com We are a Metal radio show from México City broadcasting since 2004 (Thursdays from 8 to 10pm).We also have a podcast and feature live photo from Metal bands. Rockin' Roundup Rodeo PO Box 183, Tilden, IL 62292 Jody Dickey acna2@hotmail.com http://www.rockinrounduprodeo.com I am a full time DJ airing Country indie music. Undiscovered Country 621 South 6th St., Ironton, OH 45638 Murphy murphy@undiscoveredradionetwork.com www.undiscoveredradionetwork.com A weekly one hour syndicated commercial broadcast radio program featuring talented 'undiscovered' independent Country, Alt-Country, and Americana artists. Soul Music of the World DJ Come of Age djcomeofage@yahoo.com www.myspace.com/djcomeofage2 A podcast that promotes indie musicians, labels, producers, and DJs from all over the globe. We support artists by providing free mp3 downloads, mixes, and video reviews of their work. World Wide Wavez Carmen Allgood carmen@thecoloradowave.com www.thecoloradowave.com Breaking the sound barriers with the best new music on Earth by unsigned bands. Vombat Radio booking@vombatradio.com www.vombatradio.com The world's first independent radio playing live concerts from all over the world. Artists can perform from any place that has an Internet connection. The broadcast is made possible by the Shoutcast technology, which means the set up is easy and simple and the listeners just have to click one button to be able to hear a concert. We provide the musicians with all plugins and configuration files they need. We're open to all genres of good music. Submissions ongoing. Sounds From the Cellar PO Box 4775. Biloxi, MS 39535 littlegt@gmail.com www.cellarsounds.com A weekly podcast and so much more. It’s a live show captured every Thursday night from The Julep Room in Ocean Springs, MS, featuring the best music of ALL GENRES on the Gulf Coast. Little GT (Gina Turner) and The Good Doctor Bob McCall go down into the cellar digging for the answers YOU want most and come back out with a live recording and interview with each guest. Devotion of Praise 3301 Claymore Dr. Plano, TX 75075 Mark Stephens Wendt musicoptimist@yahoo.com www.devotionofpraise.com Podcast featuring Indie Christian Praise and Worship Music. The show is always on the "lookout" for well produced and performed songs of Christian Praise and Worship. Various music styles are included. The main focus is on the lyrics and the quality of the production. Pure Jazz Radio PH: 631-648-7845 Rich Keith richkeith7@hotmail.com www.purejazzradio.com Internet radio station offering a celebration of Jazz... featuring the "Founding Fathers", the current "Keepers of the Flame" and everyone in between. Christian 107.3 Christian Listening Network 996 Helen St., Fayetteville, NC 28303 PH: 910-864-5028 FX: 910-864-6270 www.christian107.com North Carolina's favorite blend of contemporary Christian music, exciting contests and encouraging on-air hosts. WGQR Christian Listening Network PH: 910-488-7729 www.wgqr1057.com Gospel music station. WomensRadio Music Review Podcast 2533 N. Carson St. #3003, Carson City, NV 89706 PH: 888-658-4635 x250 FX: 888-658-4635 Brian Ball brian@womensradio.com www.wrmusicreview.com A guided tour through the Finest Independent Female Musicians Worldwide in every style & genre!! Now available on iTunes! RewBee*sWorld rewbeesworld@gmail.com www.myspace.com/rewbeesworld New York City based radio show. We bring in indie musicians and bands, give 'em their 15 minutes and talk about their music, gigs, upcoming events etc. ProgPositivity Radio moses@progpositivity.com www.progpositivity.com Our goal is to support your personal journey of Progressive Rock music discovery in a positive uplifting manner! Moozikoo Radio PO Box 50322, Nashville, TN 37205-0322 Anthony Bates anthony@moozikoo.com www.moozikooradio.com Our goal is to bring you the best music from today's independent artists. We focus on music in the Americana, Alt. Rock, Bluegrass, Blues, and Alt. Country genres. eoRadio PH: 303-808-8140 Ryan Smith webmaster@eoradio.com www.eoradio.com The best free music from unsigned artists from around the globe. We require all artists to register online and sign a release form before submitting. Visit online for details. Bryan Farrish Radio Promotion 1828 Broadway, 2nd Fl, Santa Monica, CA 90404 PH: 310-998-8305 FX: 310-998-8323 Bryan Farrish airplay@radio-media.com http://www.radio-media.com Indie airplay promotion to commercial, commercial specialty, and college radio stations in the U.S. and Canada. South Beach Marketing (SBMP) 7332 Erin Ct. Longmont, CO 80503 PH: 303-952-0249 Amanda Alexandrakis info@MusicPromotion.com www.musicpromotion.com Specializes in the Adult Contemporary radio format.Our expertise has helped many artists attain national radio airplay and has been highly successful in charting our clients on national radio charts. Helping our clients succeed in commercial radio is a top priority. SBMP utilizes our extensive network of individual and label relationships within the music industry to help elevate your project to the next level of promotion. From the established artist on a major label to the indie band, SBMP can work for you.  SECTION THREE: SERVICES/VENDORS/LABELS THAT WILL HELP SELL YOUR MUSIC 3.1 SERVICES - PROMOTION/PUBLICITY Alpha Music Group PH: 860-639-8507 Sylvie Harris sylvieharris@alphamusicgroup.com www.alphamusicgroup.com A full-scale artist development, management and A&R firm. We connect mid-level artists with major record labels. Eagle Dreams Promotions PO Box 183, Tilden, IL 62292 Jody Dickey acna2@hotmail.com http://www.rockinrounduprodeo.com Promoter & manager for independent Country artists. KeyMedia Public Relations 18 Christopher St. #13, New York, NY 10014 PH/FX: 212-243-4893 Denise Marsa dmarsa@keymediapublicrelations.com www.keymediapublicrelations.com We strive first to understand your dreams, your passion, your work. We take time to learn what you've tried in the past...what has worked well and what hasn't. From there we create a plan, developing content and carefully selecting the right mix of media outlets for pitching...all with the passion and creativity that delivers results for our clients. 80 Five Entertainment 144b Lakeside Dr. Joondalup, WA 6027 Australia PH: 0061-0423063381 Masauso Banda boss@80five.com.au www.80five.com.au Specalises in A&R, artist management and music publishing. Moosch Music PH: 678-234-6354 Sherry MooschMusic@gmail.com www.myspace.com/hometownbnadstand I provide your band with advanced social media and public relations. Contact me to see what I can do to advance your music career. Outlandos Music PO Box 415, Saugerties, NY 12477 PH: 202-316-1193 Kate Bradley kate@outlandosmusic.com www.outlandosmusic.com A music marketing company focused on connecting Triple-A artists with their Triple-A audience (Baby Boomers, et al.). Additionally, we consult artists with our Guided D.I.Y. Model, emphasizing the artist as entrepreneur. Carnelian Agency PH: 360-752-9829 www.carnelianagency.com Our mission is to provide musicians with the services, products and resources they need with professionalism, integrity and an invested belief in the unlimited potential of our clients. Our vision is to offer a one stop artist’s services and products company with several departments under one parent corporation. We provide exceptional customer service and nurture each client relationship with personal dedication. Countdown Entertainment 110 W. 26th St., New York, NY 10001-6805 PH: 212-645-3068 FX: 212-989-6459 James Citkovic submitmusic@countdownentertainment.com www.countdownentertainment.com Represents bands, groups, singers, songwriters, musicians, composers, music producers and music managers to independent music labels and major recording labels for record deals, music licensing deals, film music deals, TV music deals, record distribution and music publishing. Pavement PR PO Box 2, Lake Geneva, WI 53147 PH: 262-903-7775 Tony Bonyata bonyata@wi.rr.com www.pavementpr.com Specializes in national and regional tour campaigns – offering artists the strongest support where and when they need it most– while on the road. In addition we offer national campaigns for CD releases, showcase shows and other special events. CTW Promotions PO Box 40701, Redford, MI 48240 Mike Warden promotions@conquertheworld.com www.conquertheworld.com/ctwpromotions.htm We do MySpace promotion for labels, authors, bands and artists. Would you rather have your music profile blowing up daily or just sit there collecting dust? EDGE Entertainment Distribution 11012 Aurora Hudson Rd. Streetsboro, OH 44241 PH: 330-528-0410 Jenni jlh@edgedistro.com www.edgedistro.com Our main focus is the distribution of audio and video physical goods to college bookstores, public libraries, mass merchants, independent music stores and jukebox operators.  3.2 SERVICES - VENDORS AND LABELS Local Scene Records PO Box 1468, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 PH: 909-547-0074 Terry Copley terrycopley@localscenerecordlabel.com www.localscenerecordlabel.com This service answers the problem that faces all of us and that is..Where is the REAL music? The new music? Its right here! Soundword Media http://www.soundwordmedia.com Our distribution club sells your music and MP3s worldwide to millions of dedicated music subscribers. As artists and musicians alike, we understand the effort you put in creating and/or producing your music. You do not need to spend anymore to sell. That's why we do NOT charge any upfront or maintenance fees. DJ Companion Records (US) 1623 Military Rd. #509, Niagara Falls, NY 14304 (Canada) 2820 Mars Cres. Niagara Falls, ON L2J 3Y5 PH: 905-325-3805 Rob Savickis rob@djcompanionrecords.com www.djcompanionrecords.com We're proud to represent and license music from a number of artists encompassing many genres of music including Jazz, Crooner, Adult Contemporary, Christian, Polka, Classical Piano, various types of World music and even Comedy. Apocrypha Records PO Box 2570, San Francisco, CA 94126 PH: 503-616-3247 FX: 866-395-9752 John MacMurphy info@ApocryphaRecords.com www.ApocryphaRecords.com Metal only record company that provides label and distribution services for artists and other labels. 
SECTION FOUR: SITES WHERE YOU CAN UPLOAD YOUR BAND'S MP3s OR VIDEOS Broadjam.com 6401 Odana Rd. Madison, WI 53719 PH: 608-271-3633 x221 FX: 608-273-3635 www.broadjam.com A social media website focused on indie music and musicians. The site features free music promotion for bands and musicians as well as free MP3 downloads for fans. Artists can also enter contests hosted by Broadjam, find music licensing opportunities, and sell their music at one of the highest per-song rates on the Internet. The company also offers hosting services focused on musicians and bands, and distribution opportunities through other online channels. Broadjam currently has over 90,000 artists in 190 countries. Music Xray 12 Desbrosses St, New York, NY 10013 PH: 916-548-2340 FX: 916-481-2334 Tracie Reed tracie@platinumbluemusic.com www.MusicXray.net Helps measure, monitor and grow the market demand for your songs. Music Xray is a web-based capsule that houses all the information about your song, from the mp3 to its web traffic, enabling you to professionally present your song through a unique and permanent URL that can be bookmarked, emailed and embedded into websites or blogsites and allows your songs to be effectively exposed to music industry professionals. Rockplatform PH: 0031652032711 Gijs rock@musicplatforms.net www.rockplatform.net Music community for artists to upload & sell their music. No commission. Sign up for free! DirectStereo Perdiu 2 Esclanya, Girona, Spain PH: 0034667839991 Joost Hardesmets joost@directstereo.com www.directstereo.com Independent musicians can upload their music and get up to 70% of the revenue from each sale. Yoogli Music www.yooglimusic.com A great platform for independent musicians. With customized artist pages, bands and artists have the ability to gain exposure inside the community. At Yoogli Music the power is finally back in the hands of the artists. The iLLNESS Network 4500 Steiner Ranch Blvd. #501 Austin, TX 78732 PH: 513-460-7426 Jamie iLL J@Ill-legalrecords.com www.SpreadtheiLLNESS.com The illest music networking site on the planet for unsigned Hip Hop artists, producers and fans to connect and interact. $99 Music Videos rockout@99dollarmusicvideos.com www.99dollarmusicvideos.com An independent channel of music videos, all made for $99 or less. Most musicians and filmmakers are unable to spend thousands of dollars on a music video. But in the age of digital filmmaking, you no longer need those kinds of budgets. In fact, amazing original music videos are being made for the web every day for next to nothing. Moogis www.moogis.com Features full social networking and live streaming concerts Of new up and coming Jam Bands. Website Music Player www.WebsiteMusicPlayer.com A service that provides Musicians, Managers, Publishers and Record Labels with an easy way to sell your digital music. You get multiple MP3 player widgets that embed into home pages, blogs, Myspace/Facebook profiles and many other types of pages. People listening to the songs can buy the tracks straight from the player. All the money goes directly to you and your customers can automatically download their songs. YouMusic.com www.YouMusic.com Upload your music videos & audio files to expose your music to a world-wide audience Where fans can discover your music. Enter in our quarterly music Contest to win prizes! Features include music video charts, audio charts, post gigs, CD releases, classifieds, create groups, channels and post blogs. The Republic Project www.republicproject.com Connects fans with their favorite artists via an interactive platform that blends digital album sales with exclusive video and web content. This retail experience is driven by the Republic Project’s social and web marketing for the artist. Our unique approach to selling music online creates a variety of revenue-generating opportunities for artists while providing the fan with the most interactive and intimate entertainment experience possible. MuseRevolution.com info@muserevolution.com www.muserevolution.net A one-stop source for country music fans, artists, songwriters, publishers, promoters, and musicians. For country music fans, we provide an entertaining source to help you discover, connect with, and hear independent country artists. For independent country artists, you can connect with fans as well as have access to all the tools you need to get your music heard and noticed. Moosch Music Blog PH: 678-234-6354 Sherry MooschMusic@gmail.com mooschmusic.blogspot.com The more you get your video's 'out there' the better the chances for exposure to new people and fans. Send me your videos. I'll post them here, and possibly on my Myspace as well. I'll follow up by Tweeting the video's thru Twitter. This is especially a great idea if you have a show coming up. We can leverage the video to advertise the show! WorldMusicLink.com 200 Clocktower Pl. #101-A, Carmel, CA 93923 PH: 831-207-4070 support@worldmusiclink.com www.worldmusiclink.com Global music industry marketplace that connects music professionals and talent from all genres. The WorldMusicLink.com system democratizes access within the music industry and provides tools that streamline new talent evaluation, communication, promotion and managerial tasking. MuseAmp.com www.museamp.com A fresh approach to music industry social networking / community building, and social aggregation for musicians and music industry professionals. Features a customized profile, blog, private messages, instant messaging, networking, events, classifieds, social ads, with new social utilities coming online all the time to help music industry professionals stay independent and grow their business. Our new app store provides uniquely tailored solutions for every artist, pro, label, and venue to keep building buzz. The Hip Hop Music Channel www.hhmctv.com Our focus on the emerging Asian market will introduce new and old Hip Hop artists to emerging markets around the world. There are hundreds of millions of Hip Hop fans worldwide and we are positioned to deliver top tier Hip Hop culture to those fans. Danceplatform info@danceplatform.net www.danceplatform.net Buy and sell Electronic music. Deezer www.deezer.com The concept is simple: To offer, free of charge and legally, all kinds of music, While at the same time, artists and rights owners receive a share of advertising revenue. SongCast 2926 State Rd. #111, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223 info@songcastmusic.com www.songcastmusic.com One of the World's largest distributors of independent music. We have deals with iTunes, Rhapsody, Amazon, Emusic and Napster, allowing us to put our artists' music in front of millions of music buying consumers. With SongCast, you can start selling your own music on these major retail sites right away. We also provide you with customized code to link your MySpace and other websites directly to the stores. Your fans will easily be able to find and purchase your music online. Combined with the power and social phenomenon of sites like MySpace and Facebook, it is no longer necessary to give away your musical freedom to a major record label. MyMusicSite.com 339 5th Ave. #405, New York, NY 10016 PH: 646-670-6611 Brad Turk bturk@mymusicsite.com www.mymusicsite.com An online music community helping independent artist sell, promote and create ringtones with their music. Music Gorilla 12407 Mopac Expressway N. 100-312, Austin, TX 78758 PH: 512-918-8978 FX: 212-258-6394 Alexia info@musicgorilla.com www.musicgorilla.com Exposure to major labels, indie labels, film studios and publishers. Boost Digital Level 6 220 Pacific Highway CrowsNest, NSW 2065 Australia PH: +612-9460-1400 FX: +612-9460-0044 Graeme Logan graeme@boostdigital.com www.boostindependentmusic.com MP3 music downloads store for independent & unsigned artists & bands to sell, host, promote & download all MP3 music online. A MP3 store to buy & sell all independent & unsigned music online JukeBoxAlive 311 Montford Ave. Asheville, NC 28801 PH: 828-232-0016 Will Cumberland cumberland@jukeboxalive.com jukeboxalive.com Our Advanced Jukebox Player protects your music from being digitally downloaded, yet allows fans to hear your music online. This creates exciting possibilities for you to present yourself to new audiences without being ripped off. 
SECTION FIVE: HELPFUL RESOURCES FOR YOUR BAND 5.1 RESOURCES - GENERAL EntertainMe.us 3961 Batton St. NW, North Canton, OH 44720 PH: 330-265-3767 Sherry Thoma sherry@entertainme.us www.entertainme.us Website that promotes NE Ohio bands, clubs, Rock n Roll gigs and events, band equipment and swag. AcKean Music #208 5454 198th St., Langley, BC V3A 1G2 PH: 604-532-9203 Pamela Royal pamela@ackeanmusic.net www.ackeanmusic.net The first step we do, is critique songs for new songwriters for a nominal price. Include an international replay coupon, (outside Canada) for the return of our critique, possibly a publishing contract and a receipt for the price of critiques. If a song is suitable to us, it will be promoted to film as well. Make sure and email us first for permission to submit. 3 songs max. Country music only! Paragon Earth www.paragonearth.org Our goal is to inform people of what's going on behind the scenes and what they can do to help bring about positive changes in the environmental and animal rights movements. We are an online community of activists that serves as a hub for information on issues, as well as a creative outlet and a place where people can connect with one another from around the globe. Our mission is to use the latest news, interviews, blogs, and all forms of art to convey important messages, inspire individuals, and help the Earth renew itself. MusicPro Insurance Agency 45 Crossways Park Dr. Woodbury, NY 11797-2002 PH: 800-605-3187 FX: 888-290-0302 Julie insurance@MusicProInsurance.com http://www.musicproinsurance.com Affordable and convenient insurance for musicians, including instruments, equipment, studio, tour, composer's liability, travel accident and health. Festival Network Online www.festivalnet.com There's nothing like a live performance! FNO lists more than 7,000 events throughout the U.S. and Canada seeking performers, from local & regional to national & international. Search by 22 different music genres, event attendance, zip code radius & more. Plug in festival dates with club dates. 
5.2 RESOURCES - CD DUPLICATION Disc Makers 7905 N. Rte 130, Pennsauken, NJ 08110-1402 PH: 856-663-9030 FX: 856-661-3458 www.discmakers.com The nation's leading CD / DVD duplicator, replicator and printer. When you're ready to make CDs, we're ready to make it happen. We're musicians too, so we know what you need to make it in this business: The best-looking product, the hottest-sounding audio and the most valuable (and free) promotional tools, including free distribution, a free UPC bar code and much more! CD Poster Shop PMB 349, 4676 Commercial St. SE, Salem, OR 97302-1902 info@cdpostershop.com www.cdpostershop.com We focus on providing quality CD duplication, CD inserts and posters at affordable prices. We have a CD release package, which includes 100 retail ready CDs, 50 posters, with a free UPC-A barcode and CD Baby setup starting at $230. Creative Sound Corp. PH: 818-707-8986 FX: 818-707-8164 info@csoundcorp.com www.csoundcorp.com CD/DVD replication, special packages include graphics / high quality color printing. Full Guarantee for Competitive Pricing & Premium Quality. Plant Locations: California and North Carolina. Mention that you saw us in The Indie Bible and we will match or beat any advertised price. Copycats Media 712 Ontario Ave. W., Minneapolis, MN 55403 PH: 612-371-8008 Fx: 612-371-8011 www.copycatsmedia.com For almost a decade, COPYCATS has helped clients produce professional DVD & CD Duplication and replication projects. Your single source solution, COPYCATS provides clients with a full suite of services: * CD/DVD Manufacturing * Short Run DVD & CD Duplication * Digital Download Cards - NEW! * CD Mastering * Graphic Design & Prepress Services * Silk Screen & Offset On-disc Printing * Print & Packaging Solutions * Assembly * Inventory & Fulfillment Services. Professional CD & DVD projects - delivered on time and in budget. Mention the Indie Bible or CODE "INDIE 08" when getting a quote. Cravedog 412 NW Couch St., Portland, OR 97209 PH: 503-233-7284 FX: 503-234-5305 info@cravedog.com www.cravedog.com Over the years, Cravedog has developed an international reputation for excellent service, manufacturing millions of discs for our clients. Whether you are a long standing corporation, a small company, an independent artist or record label or a filmmaker, we know how to meet your needs. CDDVDNOW! 855-A Kifer Rd. Sunnyvale, CA 94086 PH: 408-735-6800 FX: 408-735-6805 info@cddvdnow.com www.cddvdnow.com An award winning design and manufacturing company serving the creative and corporate community providing CD duplication, CD replication (stamping and manufacturing), DVD duplication and DVD replication (stamping and manufacturing) plus an entire suite of services including printing, packaging and fulfillment.  5.3 RESOURCES - MASTERING Crazy Daisy Productions 4257 Barger Dr. #171, Eugene, OR 97402 PH: 541-517-1458 FX: 425-790-0630 Erik Veach info@crazymastering.com www.crazymastering.com Our state-of-the-art CD mastering provides high-quality professional sound at a price anyone can afford. Have all the tracks you can fit on a single audio CD (up to 80 min) mastered for only $279! SongMastering.com PO Box 217, Loveland, OH 45140-0217 PH: 513-833-9025 Jim Mason jimmason@songmastering.com www.songmastering.com I see songmastering.com as the final step in the recording process, it is a way to give yourself that extra bit of confidence before you post your tune on the net. I see my service as an audio Jiffy Lube, where you can get your song fine tuned for public consumption. I am an independent artist like you and know how important it can be to have the best sounding recordings possible. Threshold Sound + Vision 2114 Pico Blvd. Santa Monica, CA 90405 PH: 310-571-0500 FX: 310-571-0505 Peter A. Barker Peter@thresholdsound.com www.thresholdsound.com A full service audio and video company. We provide mastering, recording, production, and video services for major and independent labels.  5.4 RESOURCES - MERCH ABC Pictures 1867 E. Florida St., Springfield, MO 65803-4583 PH: 888-526-5336 www.abcpictures.com Quality publicity picture reproduction, posters, 8x10's, headshots & composites for the entertainment industry Band Merch Canada PH: 778-988-4286 Chris Murphy chris@bandmerch.ca www.Bandmerch.ca Conceived to act as a central networking hub for musicians, artists, designers, producers and engineers working in the Canadian music industry. The core base of our company remains providing quality merchandise, graphic design, and production services for some of Canada’s hottest up-and-coming musicians. Ultra Entertainment 4838 E. Baseline Rd. #121, Mesa, AZ 85206 PH: 602-334-4741 FX: 866-847-4508 www.ultraentertainment.com Everything we do here at Ultra Entertainment is about artist development. Our mission is to provide bands affordable tools, products, and services. All of those tools, products, and services are designed to get your band to the next level. We talk about the “Next Level” a lot here at Ultra Entertainment. What this means is simply a development process of learning and growing as an artist while at the same time growing your fan base. Imprint Indie Printing 3449 Technology Dr. #212, North Venice, FL 34275 PH: 941-484-5151 FX: 941-484-5154 Walter walter@iloveimprint.com www.iloveimprint.com Since 1994 we've been helping people create projects to be proud of. We understand every step in the process of putting out records and CD's... We know this because we have done this ourselves... From 7 inch covers to posters, CD replication to custom print work, we take as much pride in your project as you do. We are equipped to give you the best quality at great prices. No matter how big or small your project is, we handle them all with the same attention to detail and care.
Sonic Distribution PH: 617-623-5581 FX: 617-623-5857 info@sonicus.net www.sonicus.net We are the US Distributor for the sE Electronics line of microphones and accessories as well as the new Ghost Acoustics line. Located just outside Boston, MA, we handle anything and everything for sE and Ghost in the USA and Canada. If you'd like to purchase any of our products, please consult the dealer section of our website. ChopSaver PO Box 20692, Indianapolis, IN 46220 PH/FX: 317-259-1447 Dan dan@chopsaver.com www.chopsaver.com To say ChopSaver is "just another lip balm" is like saying a Ferrari is "just another car"! ChopSaver is an all-natural herbal lip care product created by me, Dan Gosling, a 20 year professional trumpet player. It helps deal with lip swelling, chapping and soreness better than any other product. Less discomfort and faster recovery time means it can actually help you play better. Dot On Shaft Guitars 37 Livingstone St. W., Barrie, ON L4N 7J2 PH: 705-812-1061 http://dotonshaft.com "The Dot On Shaft name is incredibly significant to us because it represents principles that are near and dear to our hearts and beliefs that we choose to live by. We strive to be independent from the rest, innovate in ideology, intelligent in thought and iconic in stature. Superscope Technologies 1508 Batavia Ave. Geneva, IL 60134-3302 PH: 630-232-8900 FX: 630-232-8905 www.superscopetechnologies.com Offers a line of innovative, easy-to-use music practice and recording tools for musicians and music educators worldwide. Superscope Technologies continues our legacy of providing high quality, reliable audio products under the Superscope brand. Superscope is rapidly gaining a reputation among a new generation of customers for providing high-quality products that address the needs of musicians and music educators. We like to think that today's Superscope embraces the best qualities of Superscope's rich 50-year heritage. WTSmedia 2841 Hickory Valley Rd. Chattanooga, TN 37421 PH: 888-987-6334 FX: 423-894-7281 Micah Boaz mboaz@wtsmedia.com www.wtsmedia.com CD & DVD recordable media, CD & DVD duplicators, blank audio cassettes, video tapes, labels, professional audio/video recorders and a variety of pro-audio products WTS Media offers the very best. We carry a full line of well-known, professional-grade audio equipment including: Microboards, Shure, Graff, Fender Audio, Verbatim, Sennheiser, Nady, Tascam, Rimage, Marantz, Sony, and many others.
Muzik Studio 14 Chesler Sq. Succasunna, NJ 07876 PH: 973-927-7250 info@muzikstudio.com www.amuzikstudio.com We do full production Recording in a friendly, relaxed environment. Our Engineer is Pro-Tools certified and experienced in every phase of the recording and production process. Whether your project is ready to go or in pre-production; MuZik Studio will help you achieve your dream. In-house musicians available including drums and percussion. We are a modern equipped results oriented studio! Pasadena Rehearsal Studios 2016 Lincoln Ave. Pasadena, CA 91103-1323 PH: 626-296-0310 Alan alan@pasadenarehearsal.com www.pasadenarehearsal.com Our philosophy is simple, supply the best rooms, equipment and customer service possible so all you have to worry about is being creative.
Bluegrass & MORE Dee Hallett deehallett@btopenworld.com www.myspace.com/deehallett UK based e-newsletter providing news, gig listings and general information across the genres of Bluegrass & MORE.... Artist Management Resource 554 N. Frederick Ave. #218, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 PH: 240-813-2466 FX: 240-252-3296 Jeremy Rwakaara info@artistmanagementresource.com www.artistmanagementresource.com Provides a central point of music business information and resources for both artist managers and self-managed artists. iAffirm Custom Affirmations Tiffany Prochera tprochera@mts.net http://www.tiffanyprochera.com A series of positive custom affirmations for creative folks to help overcome stage fright, foster inspiration, as well as have a harmonious relationship with collaborators and the music industry. You can choose the set of messages you wish to receive as well as the music to accompany them and you are sent an mp3 file you can take anywhere. I also publish a monthly interactive newsletter, Mews and Moos, where readers can submit inspirational stories, poetry and song lyrics. SoCal Music Productions 1600 Rosecrans Ave. Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (Media Center 4th Fl.) PH: 877-706-7117 FX: 310-564-0402 Matt Jones socalmusicproductions@yahoo.com www.socalmusicproductions.com Hire musicians to teach music lessons in the community, and earn $40 per hour. Also hold musician networking events, and forums for purpose of networking, and learning from music industry experts on various issues. Also in the process of getting funding for a major music studio for purpose of music licensing and branding for movies, television, media, etc.. One stop shop to earn money doing something you love, and gain insight and contacts. MC-INPUT c/o Poyel Music Entertainment, 499 N. Canon Dr. 4th Fl. Beverly Hills, CA 90210 www.mc-input.com An international online music consulting and coordination service that guides you through each step of the music business. Whether you are an artist, musician, engineer, producer, or if you are ready to launch your own venture, we have the proper tips and connections to assist you in reaching your goals in music. North by Northeast Music and Film Festival 189 Church St. LL, Toronto, ON M5B 1Y7 PH: 416-863-6963 FX: 416-863-0828 info@nxne.com www.nxne.com Canada’s #1 showcase for new independent music, where fans can catch great local and international performers at intimate venues. An industry conference featuring celebrity interviews as well as panels and information exchanges for artists and music-biz professionals. NXNE has always been about the music. The festival gives 500 local, national and international artists the chance to rock the crowds and to showcase for agents, talent buyers, media, promoters, labels and management company heavies at a variety of essential downtown venues. 
5.8 RESOURCES - TOOLS Almighty Music Marketing 11724 Ventura Blvd. Ste. B, Studio City, CA 91604 PH: 818-752-8000 Vince Hans vince@almightyretail.com www.almightyretail.com Provides data and services to help record labels and music retailers promote and sell more music. MusicSocket Paul Dyson Paul@MusicSocket.com www.musicsocket.com Offers fully searchable databases of record labels and managers which are rapidly expanding: we currently have around 600 listings and more than 80 have been added in the last month alone. We’re also looking for music websites and websites of bands/artists to add to our free database – sites can be submitted for free at http://www.musicsocket.com/links/submit.cgi ArtistData www.artistdata.com A free information publishing tool created for musicians, has released Twitter & Facebook status updates. When artists add shows, news, and blog entries to their ArtistData account, ArtistData will post updates to Facebook and Twitter with a link to more information about that event. Musicians Toolkit www.musicianstoolkit.com NOW ONLY $9.95! Packed with essential tools to save you time and money, the ToolKit gives you a competitive advantage in the music business. Comes with over 50 articles, printable copyright forms, templates for common music items like flyers, music fonts, musician papers, software, and much more - all for less than $10. It pays for itself the first time you use it! Not to mention, enhances your long term chances of success in the music industry. Designed for musicians, indie record labels and studios. CDstands.com 30 Compton Way, Hamilton Sq. NJ 08690 PH: 609-689-1711 Scott Clark info@cdreview.com www.cdstands.com We manufacture our own line of CD boxes for artists to sell their music at shows or in stores. Entertainer's Secret 1119 3rd Ave. SW, Carmel, IN 46032 PH: 317-846-7452 FX: 317-846-1676 Gordon question@entertainers-secret.com www.entertainers-secret.com If you spend time speaking, singing, lecturing, selling, teaching, presenting, cheering telephoning, preaching, performing, announcing or you just talk a lot...we can help! Especially if you have overdone it and particularly if annoying allergies or other respiratory problems bring on those inevitable episodes of dry, sore throat, stress and hoarseness. Others do judge you by your voice. You owe it to your listeners and to yourself to sound and feel your very best. RockBandSites.com support@rockbandsites.com www.rockbandsites.com Create your own design! The industry's best update tools. Sell audio tracks from your site. Private, band-only pages. Plus: video, photos, press kit, merch, blog, mailing lists and more... starting at just $4.95! 5.9 RESOURCES - ONLINE COMMUNITIES WomensRadio Music Review 2533 N. Carson St. #3003, Carson City, NV 89706 PH: 888-658-4635 x250 FX: 888-658-4635 Brian Ball brian@womensradio.com www.wrmusicreview.com An online community setting that allows you to interact directly with musicians, artists, industry leaders, fans & friends with blogs, forums, music, videos, images & more! Loudcrowd www.loudcrowd.com A community for music fans. Designed for consumers that want to do more than just listen, the Loudcrowd experience provides a constant stream of new music while offering an evolving and connected series of music-themed games with friends. 
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