Herbie Hancock’s jazz career started in his family’s living room, listening to his favorite records and trying to play along. Now, he’s one of the most celebrated musicians in the world. Herbie is now teaching his first MasterClass at the piano as he shares his approach to improvisation, composition, and harmony. Gain access to more than 10 of his original piano transcriptions, including 5 exclusive solo performances.
One Man Reggae Band
Kristofer o Andarilho is the hero we need at the moment.
https://youtu.be/xoj2SJytefI
Emily Saliers live at Paste Studio NYC
After more than three decades as one half of the iconic folk duo Indigo Girls, Emily Saliers struck out on her own with her solo debut, Murmuration Nation, which came out in August.
Super Mario Odyssey Theme Song As Played On The Classical Guitar
Beyond The Guitar’s Nathan Mills celebrated the release today of Super Mario Odyssey by performing a classical guitar cover of the Super Mario Bros. theme song.
Unison Welcomes Three New Board Members
Unison Benevolent Fund, the music community charity that provides counselling and emergency relief to Canadian music professionals in times of crisis, is pleased to announce they have welcomed three new members to the Board of Directors.
The Unison Benevolent Fund is a non-profit organisation that provides counselling, emergency relief, and benefit programs for those in the Canadian music community who face personal or professional challenges due to hardship, illness, or economic difficulties.
“All three of our newest board members have dedicated themselves to supporting the music industry and the people behind it, both in their local communities and reaching across Canada. They each bring an enormous amount of talent, expertise and energy to the table,” says Derrick Ross, Chair of the Board. “We are very fortunate to have them by our side as we continue to develop and strengthen Unison.”
The three new members are:
Geneviève Côté
Geneviève Côté is SOCAN’s Chief Quebec Affairs Officer and head of the organization’s Montréal office. Among Geneviève’s core objectives is to raise awareness of performing and creators rights among politicians, while striving to build on SOCAN`s Québec presence at events, and gatherings for the music industry and additional key sectors.
Geneviève has 20 years of professional experience in the Québec entertainment scene, where she has divided her time between artist management, music publishing and music production and promotion. She has worked as administrative (and production) manager with several television and tour production companies, was a member of the Board of Directors of both SOCAN and the SOCAN Foundation for five years, and served as a Director with PMPA (APEM), SOPREF, SODRAC, and the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame (CSHF).
She holds a law degree from Ottawa University. She currently sits on the Board of Caisse de la Culture Desjardins.
Marc Perry
Marc began his career working at Sam The Record Man from 1988 – 1993. In 1993 he was hired by EMI Music Canada to be their sales representative for Atlantic Canada. After working as their sales rep for 9 years he was promoted to Promotion, Sales and Media Rep for Atlantic Canada and held that position until Universal’s purchase of EMI in fall of 2012.
Marc is also the co-founder of the African Nova Scotian Music Association (ANSMA) and served as its first president. He was also instrumental in creating and running the extremely popular Black Vibes showcase at the East Coast Music Awards as well as the first ANSMA Awards. After his close to 20 year stint with EMI, Marc started “On The Marc Promotions” which provides radio-tracking services in Atlantic Canada. At the same time, he was hired by RPMpromotion to be their Atlantic Canadian representative.
In 2015 Marc began managing RnB/Pop artist Reeny Smith. In the 3 1/2 years that he has worked with her, she’s won the ANSMA Artist of the Year, Music NS African Nova Scotian Artist of the Year, the Casino Artist in Residence, secured a CBC Studio 60 TV special in addition to getting her a publishing deal with Cymba Music Publishing.
Marc also sits on the boards for both the East Coast Music Association and Music Nova Scotia
Dawn Woronuik
Dawn Woroniuk worked in media for over 25 years. Her roles included Music Director, Program Director, and Promotions/Client Services Manager. Currently she holds two positions as Marketing Director for Sakamoto Entertainment and as Executive Director of the Saskatoon Zoo Foundation. She has been the recipient of six Canadian Country Music Association Awards as well as served on the Canadian Country Music Association board for 6 terms and most recently was Chair of PotashCorp Country Music Week 2017.
Dawn has also been involved with a number of organizations in Saskatchewan, including the Saskatchewan Country Music Association, past President of SaskMusic and she currently sits as a Director on the Creative Saskatchewan board. She has also been a devoted volunteer of the Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital Foundation of Saskatchewan, Denny Carr’s Secret Santa, Tourism Saskatoon and the YMCA. Dawn was recently awarded the YWCA Women of Distinction Award for Arts, Culture and Heritage.
Dawn is passionate about music, it’s artists and working in the industry with individuals and organizations who share her desire to be a part of its continued growth.
Treating Myself To All Things Music
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Anyone who knows me personally or through social media knows my biggest passion can be summed up in one word: Music. Love of music has been the basis for almost everything I’ve ever done, both workwise and for kicks, and it just never gets old. Whether I am promoting a band as a PR professional, guesting on a TV show or just hanging out and posting online (which, let’s face it, I’ve been known to do a fair bit 🙂 music is my subject, my thumbprint.
So, when I found out about the TD Cash Back Visa Infinite* Card, I was super-intrigued – A guilt-free way to treat myself? As in, I can redeem Cash Back Dollars on my card ANYTIME (You must have accumulated a minimum of $25 in Cash Back Dollars to redeem)… I can treat myself to life’s little luxuries, like music albums, downloads and band merchandise.
I needed to know more. Here’s what I found.
The cashback cards I’ve experienced in the past only allow cardholders to access their cash rebate once a year. Not only does the TD Cash Back Visa Infinite* Card allow Cardholders to redeem Cash Back Dollars on their card anytime, but they have a Welcome Bonus whereby new Cardholders can earn 6% cash back on all purchases for the first three months, up to a total spend of $3,500. That’s a potential maximum cash back of $210. (Small print: Conditions apply. Offer ends December 3, 2017. You must have earned a minimum of $25 in Cash Back Dollars to redeem.)
Think about that for a sec. Having the luxury to earn Cash Back Dollars on your Card, just for purchasing everyday items using the TD Cash Back Visa Infinite* Card.
I recently charted an exciting new path, so, the idea of spoiling myself in any way is unlikely. That’s another reason why the TD Cash Back Visa Infinite* Card is a great fit for me. It allows me to treat myself to life’s little luxuries.
Really, you owe it to yourself to learn more about the TD Cash Back Visa Infinite* Card and find out how you can apply. I’m totally psyched that I did. See you in the front row!
You Can Now Buy Dustin Henderson’s Stranger Things Brontosaurus Hoodie
Turn your world upside down with our vintage Brontosaurus apparel, like the one worn by Dustin Henderson in Stranger Things! Order your “Thunder Lizard” merchandise—hoodies, crew necks, and T-shirts. (Walkie talkies not included.) Purchase online now!
Jeff Lynne’s ELO Announces 2018 North American Tour, Their First In Over 30 Years
On the heels of a once-in-a-lifetime Wembley Stadium show and a European tour in 2017, Jeff Lynne’s ELO announces its first North American tour in 30 plus years produced by Live Nation. Jeff Lynne’s last extensive U.S. tour with ELO was in 1981. Known as one of the most iconic forces in music history, Jeff Lynne’s ELO has spent the last two years with a critically acclaimed and chart-topping album, a sold out run of UK and European shows, as well as an induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Of the tour, Jeff Lynne says, “Our Audiences are amazing. It’s like they’re in the group. We can’t wait to play for them again.” The tour will hit 10 cities, starting in Oakland, CA at Oracle Arena before wrapping in Philadelphia, PA at Wells Fargo Center. See below for full tour routing.
American Express® Card Members can purchase tickets before the general public beginning Wednesday, November 15th at 10AM local time through Thursday, November 16th at 10PM local time. The Live Nation presale begins Thursday, November, 16th and public on-sale begins Friday, November 17th starting at 10AM local time with tickets available at Ticketmaster.com. ‘Wembley or Bust’ will be available Friday, November 17th, preorder here.
All preorders of ‘Wembley Or Bust’ made at Jeff Lynne’s ELO Official US Store prior to 4:00pm EST on November 14, 2017 are eligible to receive a ticket presale code for 2018 US tour dates. Codes can be used during the presale window for access to tickets before the general public on-sale. 1 code is granted per customer and allows access to purchase up to four tickets. Tickets will be available while supplies last and presale codes do not guarantee inventory.
More popular than ever, Jeff Lynne’s ELO have always been known for their epic live shows and with a distinct style that seamlessly and innovatively blends rock, pop and classical, ELO has had more than 20 Top 40 Hits across the U.S. and the U.K., making Lynne’s sweeping productions some of the most recognizable music of the last forty years and helping sell over 50 million records worldwide.
Widely agreed upon as one of the greatest record producers in music history, Lynne was a co-founder and member of The Travelling Wilburys together with Bob Dylan, Roy Orbison, George Harrison and Tom Petty as well as a producer and collaborator with some of the biggest names in music including The Beatles, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Joe Walsh, and most recently, Bryan Adams.
2018 TOUR DATES
Thursday, August 2, 2018 Oakland, CA Oracle Arena
Saturday, August 4, 2018 Los Angeles, CA The Forum
Wednesday, August 8, 2018 Denver, CO Pepsi Center
Friday, August 10, 2018 Houston, TX Toyota Center
Monday, August 13, 2018 Dallas, TX American Airlines Center
Wednesday, August 15, 2018 Rosemont, IL Allstate Arena
Thursday, August 16, 2018 Detroit, MI Little Caesars Arena
Saturday, August 18, 2018 Toronto, ON Air Canada Centre
Tuesday, August 21, 2018 New York, NY Madison Square Garden
Friday, August 24, 2018 Philadelphia, PA Wells Fargo Center
Foo Fighters Are Curating And Performing At CALJAM18 In California
Foo Fighters have confirmed that they will headline and curate the eagerly anticipated second incarnation of the rock n roll marathon that LA Weekly hailed as “a celebration of music and life,” the Los Angeles Times cited as a reminder to fans “why they come to music festivals: to feel connection and catharsis,” and Forbes reported “the response from fans inside and after was one of elation and joy at another great rock and roll party from the band who does them better than anyone else today”:
CALJAM18 will take place October 5 and 6, 2018, returning to Glen Helen Regional Park and Amphitheater for another Friday night camping party followed by another Saturday 12-hour rock extravaganza: More fun, food, sun and sweat, more guitars, and even more good times.
Zac Brown, Ben Simonetti And Niko Moon’s Sir Rosevelt Unveil Debut Self-Titled Album Arriving December 15
GRAMMY Award-winning recording artist Zac Brown teams with songwriter Niko Moon and producer Ben Simonetti to craft an extraordinary new Southern pop outfit, Sir Rosevelt. The trio’s debut 11-track self-titled album arrives to all music retailers and streaming services on Friday, December 15th.
“Sir Rosevelt” is available for pre-order beginning today, joined by an instant-grat download of a brand new track, “Something ‘Bout You” co-produced by 4x GRAMMY® Award-winner Timbaland (Missy Elliott, Justin Timberlake) – and accompanied by a colorful new lyric video:
Sir Rosevelt’s debut single “Sunday Finest,” co-written with 10x GRAMMY Award-winner Pharrell Williams earlier this year, was also joined by a spectacular companion visual – WATCH HERE – directed by Diego Pernia (who previously collaborated with Brown on the acclaimed “Remedy – A Zac Brown Band Film”) and praised by Rolling Stone as “an ode to the relentless pursuit of hedonism” that “recalls the glorious opulence of The Great Gatsby’s Roaring Twenties.”
Sir Rosevelt followed the release of “Sunday Finest” with their first-ever network TV live performance on ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live! The appearance saw electrifying renditions of “Sunday Finest” and the upcoming album track, “Hurricane.” In addition, “Sunday Finest” was featured throughout TNT and TBS’ hugely rated coverage of the 2017 NBA All-Star Game.
Sir Rosevelt will celebrate the release of their debut self-titled album “Sir Rosevelt” with a much anticipated performance at CBS Radio’s “An Epic New Year’s Eve Weekend,” slated for Friday, December 29th at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. The show – on sale now via Ticketmaster – marks Sir Rosevelt’s first-ever U.S. live date following two prior critically-acclaimed performances earlier this year at London’s Scala and Australia’s Byron Bay Bluesfest. Additional North American live dates will be unveiled soon for 2018.
“Sir Rosevelt” sees Zac Brown (of the 3x GRAMMY Award-winning Zac Brown Band), Niko Moon and Ben Simonetti uniting as Sir Rosevelt to create a thoroughly original new sound marrying pop, dance, acoustic instrumentation, and a distinctive Southern sensibility. The trio first came together as Zac Brown Band began experimenting with new sounds and recording techniques on 2015’s chart-topping fourth album, “JEKYLL + HYDE.” Inspired by the full-throttle dynamics of electronic/dance music and the elasticity of contemporary pop, Brown teamed with his friends and longtime collaborators Niko Moon (co-writer with Brown on genre-busting, multi-format #1 hits like “Heavy Is The Head (feat. Chris Cornell)” and “Beautiful Drug”) and Nashville recording engineer Ben Simonetti (Foo Fighters, Blake Shelton) with a goal of creating something altogether original and idiosyncratic.
The result is an album that is both utterly unique and remarkably cohesive, melding disparate influences into an innovative, up-to-the-minute brand of Southern pop unlike anything else.