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Cover: Disturbed prepares for Music as a Weapon Tour with El Paso show
In preparation for their now famous Music as a Weapon Tour, metal rock band Disturbed, made up of David Draiman (vocals), Dan Donegan (guitar), Mike Wengren (drums) and John Moyer (bass), will appear in El Paso County Coliseum with Skindred and Sevendust.
Las Cruces Sun-News |
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Elias distinguishes herself as bossa interpreter
What distinguishes Elias as one of today's leading bossa interpreters is her superb musicianship - the way she floats above the rhythm and meshes her vocals with her robust jazz piano accompaniment.
Tucson Citizen |
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Umphrey's McGee rules with new CD
It's hard to find a tidy musical box to put Umphrey's McGee in. The Chicago-based band's boundless exploration of jazz-infused jam rock defies further description.
Tucson Citizen |
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Andrew Bird whistles a happy tune on latest album
"Noble Beast" reaffirms there are few stranger, magical creatures in the indie rock world than Andrew Bird.
Tucson Citizen |
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Animal Collective's 9th its best CD
Shedding the guitars and experimental tendencies found on earlier releases for a more sample based-production, "Merriweather Post Pavilion" is a classic summer record brimming with vibrant anthems about finding joy in the routine.
Tucson Citizen |
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Oak Park snow day, carnival to benefit music and art
The forecast in Oak Park is calling for snow when the Oak Park Neighborhood Preschool winter carnival arrives on Sat., Jan. 31. Thirteen tons of snow will be shipped in for the event, to be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Oak Hills Elementary School campus.
The Acorn |
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MP3 Bloggers, Where Are Your Promo CDs? Electronic Frontier Foundation
According to briefs filed last month by the RIAA and Universal Music Group , it's illegal to sell, give away, or even throw out "promo CDs." Of course, this is exactly the argument that UMG made, and lost , in court last year.
Electronic Frontier Foundations |
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Datebook
SAT., JAN. 31 Annual Rummage Sale Hosted by Thousand Oaks High School Baseball Boosters, 7 a.m. to noon, in front of the TOHS Performing Arts Building, 2323 N. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks. Clothing, furniture, household items. Rain or shine.
The Acorn |
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Zimbabwe: Nama Preparations At Advanced Stage
Harare — PREPARATIONS for the 8th National Arts Merit Awards are at an advanced stage as the organisers -- National Arts Council of Zimbabwe seek to deliver one of the best award ceremonies to date.
AllAfrica.com |
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Doyen Shamshad Begum recalls bittersweet moments
New Delhi, Jan 29 : Shamshad Begum, the playback singer who was the reigning queen of song addicts' hearts, has never been saddened over the fact that music directors whose careers she aided in creating, cold-shouldered her after achieving the pinnacle of success.
New Kerala |
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Pianist to perform in Calabasas
Grammy-nominated pianist Freddie Ravel will present a concert at 7:30 p.m. Fri., Feb. 20 in Founders Hall, Calabasas Library, 200 Civic Center Way. Known as the "motivational maestro," Ravel will present a concert of R & B, Latin, classical and jazz music.
The Acorn |
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Man collects old records
VietNamNet Bridge - “It’s really interesting to have a chance in a million to listen to popular Southern folk operas (cai luong) performed by once famous artistes while most of them passed away many years ago,” said Nguyen Le Hieu, collector of old records.
Vietnam Net |
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Gary cops bust alleged bootlegging of music, movies, shoes
GARY Police arrested six people Wednesday in raids of three businesses accused of bootlegging music, movies and name-brand athletic shoes.
The Times of Northwest Indiana |
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Rockin,’ Rollin’ and Reminiscin’ at the Surf
CLEAR LAKE — The first night of concerts at the Surf Ballroom for the 50 Winters Later celebration kicked off Wednesday with everyone from children to retirees dancing to “Rock Around the Clock.”
The Globe Gazette |
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Phoenix's rap plans are for real
Joaquin Phoenix's publicist has fired back at reports the actor's rap career is all part of a prank, insisting the Walk The Line star really has big music plans.
Yahoo! Launch UK & Ireland |
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Orchestra reviewer drops all charges except one
CLEVELAND (AP) - A longtime Cleveland Orchestra reviewer removed from his beat has dropped all claims but an age discrimination complaint against his newspaper to try to get a more favorable hearing, his attorney said yesterday. Donald Rosenberg, 56, had been reassigned to cover other music groups after 16 years as the orchestra critic for The Plain Dealer, Ohio's largest newspaper.
BG News |
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The Capri's next stage
Leaders of the Capri Theater have decided that the future is now. Rather than wait for a capital campaign to reach its goal of at least $9 million, the organization announced Wednesday it will use about $600,000 for immediate improvements.
Minneapolis-St. Paul Star Tribune |
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Library Calendar: Week of January 28, 2009
Esther D. Nixon Public Library February Calendar Feb. 14, Saturday — GRAND OPENING Doors open 9:30 a.m. Music by Brian and Terri Kinder, 10 a.m. Michael Wilkinson Magic Show, 11:30 a.m. Puppet Show presented by Jan Wolfe, 1 p.m. Welcome to Wii, 3 p.m. (Game time with the new Nixon Wii system.)
Jacksonville Patriot |
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Folk music for the soul
For fans of folk, roots, bluegrass and other Americana music, the 32nd annual Ann Arbor Folk Festival is a yearly treat.
Detroit News |
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Your weekend
PETE SIERS PROJECTat Dirty Dog Jazz Café
Detroit News |
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Planning ahead
New Found Glory, Royal Oak Music Theatre, April 26, $17.50
Detroit News |
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Harmony Hall Players present major concert Sunday
An ensemble of eight musicians from around the country will fill historic Harmony Hall with classical music Sunday in the chamber music series sponsored by the Lenoir County Historical Association.
Kinston Free Press |
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Kylie Minogue records song with Aussie kids' music group 'The Wiggles'
London, Jan 28 : Aussie pop princess Kylie Minogue has recorded a song with Aussie kids' music group 'The Wiggles'.
New Kerala |
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Downsized ‘Pirates’ plays up characters, comedy
When it comes to musical theater, bigger is not always better. And though there’s nothing quite as exciting as a big splashy Broadway show, there’s also something to be said for smaller, more thoughtful productions.
Nashville City Paper |
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Las Vegas rockers appear at Grand Ole Opry House
Although it will always be primarily identified with the grand heritage and tradition of country music, there are plenty of other musical events happening these days at the Grand Ole Opry House.
Nashville City Paper |
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