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Arturia Updates V Collection to 8.1 with Enhanced OB-Xa Sound Engine, Accessibility and NKS

Grenoble, France /Music Industry Newswire/ — Today, digital music instrument company ARTURIA, announced a free update to its V Collection 8 (8.1), with updated sound engines, enhanced accessibility features, broader compatibility, and a myriad of brand new music instrument sound presets. The post Arturia Updates V Collection to 8.1 with Enhanced OB-Xa Sound Engine, Accessibility […]

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Mamma Mia! Music Theater Works Presents Popular ABBA Musical in Skokie, Illinois

SKOKIE, Ill. /Music Industry Newswire/ — Music Theater Works will present “Mamma Mia!” at the North Shore Center For The Performing Arts In Skokie Illinois from August 19 – 29, 2021 being the second production of the 2021 Season. The post Mamma Mia! Music Theater Works Presents Popular ABBA Musical in Skokie, Illinois appeared first […]

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SoulFest, the Premier Christian Music Festival, Returns to New Hampshire Aug 2021, Celebrating Faith Through Music

GILFORD, N.H. /Music Industry Newswire/ — New Sound Concerts, Inc., a New England based promoter and festival producer, is hosting their 23rd annual Christian music festival, at the Best of NH award-winning Gunstock Mountain Resort. After canceling the 2020 festival due to the pandemic, thousands are ready to gather and celebrate through “Music, Love & […]

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UVI Launches PX SUNBOX, a new virtual music instrument inspired by Jomox SunSyn

PARIS /Music Industry Newswire/ — Highly respected virtual instrument company, UVI, today announced “PX SunBox,” a new instrument inspired by the JOMOX SunSyn, an 8-voice analog-digital hybrid synthesizer with analog-domain modular routing and morphable 4-pole filters. The post UVI Launches PX SUNBOX, a new virtual music instrument inspired by Jomox SunSyn appeared first on Music […]

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Pompano Beach Arts Music Series Summer 2021 in Florida Welcomes Jazz Vocalist Allan Harris and Leesa Richards

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /Music Industry Newswire/ — Pompano Beach Cultural Affairs Department is excited to welcome back live audiences to the Pompano Beach Cultural Center for the remaining concerts in the Pompano Beach Arts Music Series. July’s concert features jazz great Allan Harris and August showcases soulful songstress Leesa Richards. The post Pompano Beach Arts […]

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Disney PRIDE in Concert 2022: Boston Gay Men’s Chorus Sets LGBTQ Experience to the Music of Disney

BOSTON, Mass. /Music Industry Newswire/ — Disney’s beloved catalog of songs will be reimagined by the Boston Gay Men’s Chorus (BGMC) in ‘Disney PRIDE in Concert,’ a musical celebration of LGBTQ life, love, family, and perseverance, June 25-26, 2022 at Boston Symphony Hall. The post Disney PRIDE in Concert 2022: Boston Gay Men’s Chorus Sets […]

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Bjooks has announced an updated version of their widely-applauded music machines book, PUSH TURN MOVE

/Music Industry Newswire/ — Bjooks has announced an updated version of their widely-applauded music machines book, “PUSH TURN MOVE.” The updated edition for 2021 – a visual feast for both music creators and enthusiasts – features dozens of instruments, artist interviews, essays, and descriptive diagrams, and a Foreword by electronic music pioneer Jean-Michel Jarre. The […]

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UVI Launches ‘Asteroid’ Sound Design and Scoring Instrument

PARIS, France /Music Industry Newswire/ — From the makers of Meteor, UVI, comes a new tool, Asteroid, “for creating epic cinematic percussions, massive drums, evolving effects, and more.” Asteroid delivers 7 deeply-customizable tracks with advanced mixing, multi-fx, and an incredible library of samples and sequences. The post UVI Launches ‘Asteroid’ Sound Design and Scoring Instrument […]

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Muramasa Audio Electrum is an all-in-one single-screen guitar amp and pedalboard plug-in

PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC /Music Industry Newswire/ — United Plugins has announced “Electrum” — available as an all-in-one single-screen guitar amp and pedalboard plug-in from development partner Muramasa Audio, itself inspired by bygone masterworks of a famous Japanese swordsmith. The post Muramasa Audio Electrum is an all-in-one single-screen guitar amp and pedalboard plug-in appeared first on […]

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Bob Moog Foundation welcomes Dr. Yvonne Spicer and Michael Whalen to Board of Directors

ASHEVILLE, N.C. /Music Industry Newswire/ — Today, the Bob Moog Foundation announced two new members to the Board of Directors during an exciting period of growth for the Foundation. First Mayor of Framingham, MA, Dr. Yvonne Spicer, and two-time Emmy award winning composer Michael Whalen join the existing Board that consists of David Mash, President; […]

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Spitfire Audio announces ALBION SOLSTICE composing toolkit to create modern cinematic scores

LONDON, UK /Music Industry Newswire/ — Spitfire Audio has announced availability of ALBION SOLSTICE, which starting recorded life in Scotland’s celebrated Castlesound Studios outside of Edinburgh, exploring the visionary artistry from modern, folk, and heritage instruments as “a celebration of un-noted traditions.” The post Spitfire Audio announces ALBION SOLSTICE composing toolkit to create modern cinematic […]

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‘Red Devil Compilation’ of Hip-hop and Pop Artists debuts at 25 on Billboard Compilation Album Chart

ORLANDO, Fla. /Music Industry Newswire/ — VIP Recordings’ “Red Devil” compilation debut at #25 on the Billboard Compilation Album Sales Chart features some of the best independent Hip-hop and Pop artists in the music industry. Hybrid styles of powerhouse independent Hip-hop artists and notorious Pop/R&B artists headline a powerful mixture of musical styles on this […]

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Las Vegas Symphony Orchestra (LVSO) New ‘EPIC’ Album is Destined for Cinematic Acclaim

LAS VEGAS, Nev. /Music Industry Newswire/ — Las Vegas Symphony Orchestra’s (LVSO) newly-conceived “EPIC” is an intense piece of music inspired by medieval battle scenes. It’s the first time in Las Vegas history that an orchestra has released a national album and this one has a unique movie/motion picture soundtrack that’s sure to excite movie […]

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Chicago Rock Band, Lucky Boys Confusion, Celebrated 20th Album Anniversary with Global Streaming Event

CHICAGO, Ill. /Music Industry Newswire/ — It’s been twenty years since Lucky Boys Confusion arrived on the global scene with their 2001 debut, “Throwing the Game.” During the TTG era, the hard-touring Chicago five-piece crisscrossed the U.S. innumerable times over, made their national television debut on the CBS Late Late Show, and even made a […]

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Winners for the black album.mixtape. Project 2021 Announced

DALLAS, Texas /Music Industry Newswire/ — After a 30-day call for entries, winners for the black album.mixtape. were announced during a virtual Block Party event. The black album. mixtape. is an initiative of Regina Taylor – the Golden Globe-winning actress, playwright, and activist – in partnership with Southern Methodist University’s (SMU) Meadows School of the […]

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From the Clash of Race and Creed: Award-winning composer, Brian Field, releases musical tracks of hope and love

NEW YORK, N.Y. /MUSEWIRE – Music Industry Newswire/ — Olim Music is proud to announce the release of two tracks by award-winning composer Brian Field: “From the Clash of Race and Creed” for orchestra, and “Senex Puerum Portabat” for choir, both released worldwide on Apple Music, Spotify, Amazon Music, Google Music and all digital platforms […]

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Music Theater Works Presents ‘Legends Of The 50s And 60s: Greatest Hits’ in Illinois

SKOKIE, Ill. /MUSEWIRE – Music Industry Newswire/ — Music Theater Works presents “Legends Of The 50s And 60s: Greatest Hits” at North Shore Center For The Performing Arts (9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, IL 60076) from June 18, 2021 through June 27, 2021 as the first production of the 2021 season. The post Music Theater Works […]

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UVI release Super-7, ‘80s analog toolbox instrument, based on the venerable Roland MKS-7 Super Quartet

/MUSEWIRE – Music News/ — UVI today announced the release of Super-7, a vintage-inspired 6-part analog toolbox and groove designer, including bassline, drum machines, polysynths and more. Explore over 260 ensemble presets multi-sampled from the 8-voice rackmount MKS-7, a generous selection of vintage drum machine sounds, drum patterns, arpeggiator and phrase sequences, and part-specific presets. […]

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Arturia introduces Pigments 3 – new version of its cutting-edge ‘polychrome’ software synthesizer instrument

/MUSEWIRE – Music News/ — Arturia’s new Pigments 3 is a state-of-the-art software instrument that gives you the power of every shade of synthesis. With colorful sound engines, effortless modulation, professional utilities, and studio-grade FX, explore an infinite spectrum of sound. The polychrome synthesizer has evolved into a state-of-the-art instrument that spans every shade of […]

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NEW MUSIC: Fast-Rising Music Artist Ryan Hagan Unveils New Single – Don’t Let Me Stop

NASHVILLE, Tenn. /MUSEWIRE – Music News/ — Pop music artist, Ryan Hagan, is a voice that’s crashed into the music scene, and he’s quickly turning heads. His first two singles charted on the radio within one year and he’s just released his third, “Don’t Let Me Stop.” And, it’s looking like it won’t be his […]

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NEW MUSIC: The Fabulous Equinox Orchestra releases ‘Bridge’ – first of 3 Unlikely Albums created during a Global Pandemic

SAVANNAH, Ga. /MUSEWIRE – Music News/ — A global pandemic may have cancelled all of the shows, but nothing could cancel The Fabulous Equinox Orchestra’s creativity and desire to make music. With a newly unexpected empty calendar, The Fabulous Equinox Orchestra focused its attention on recording. The post NEW MUSIC: The Fabulous Equinox Orchestra releases […]

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IN MEMORIAM: Texas Country singer Taylor Dee dies after car crash – Dee, 33, considered to be a superstar in the making

EULESS, Texas /MUSEWIRE – Music News/ — Taylor Dee, a beloved Texas country-western singer considered by peers to be skyrocketing toward stardom, died Sunday night (3-14-2021) after she was injured in a Euless car accident, the Texas Newsroom announced this week. The post IN MEMORIAM: Texas Country singer Taylor Dee dies after car crash – […]

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New Music: Driving Rhythm and Soaring Lyricism Combine in Brian Field’s Fifth Album: STRING PLAY

NEW YORK, N.Y. /MUSEWIRE – New Music/ — Olim Music is proud to announce that “STRING PLAY” by Brian Field, will be released worldwide on Apple Music, Spotify, Amazon Music, Google Music and all digital platforms on April 15, 2021. The classical album highlights a diverse mix of contemporary works for strings ranging from solo […]

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Native Instruments releases NEO BOOGIE Expansion with focus on FUNK FUTURISM

/MUSEWIRE — Music News/ — This week, Native Instruments (NI) announced their newest expansion: “NEO BOOGIE,” which, according to NI, “blends the essence of the original funk movement with shiny, space-age production. Guitar licks, energetic beats, and eclectic loops combine with vintage synths and retro-futurist sounds for free wheeling feel-good vibes.” NEO BOOGIE was created […]

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Spitfire Audio announces ABBEY ROAD ONE: FILM SCORING SELECTIONS – Bite Sized with Big Bite

/MUSEWIRE – Music News/ — Spitfire Audio is proud to announce availability of its attractively-priced ABBEY ROAD ONE: SPARKLING WOODWINDS and ABBEY ROAD ONE: LEGENDARY LOW STRINGS siblings — smaller libraries captured in that same iconic studio, this time inspired by classic films and offering pre-orchestrated themes to focus on accomplishing certain performance elements. The […]

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Esoteric Recordings announces Yes Legend Jon Anderson’s ‘Olias Of Sunhillow’ 2 Disc Remastered and Expanded Edition

/MUSEWIRE – Music News/ — Esoteric Recordings is proud to announce the release of a new expanded and remastered 2-disc edition of the classic debut solo album by YES vocalist JON ANDERSON, “Olias of Sunhillow.” Released in July 1976, the album was a conceptual work recounting the story of an alien race on a journey […]

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Get Savvy with ABLETON LIVE: Innovative Online Music School Soundfly Launches Class-leading Ableton Live Course

/MUSEWIRE – Music Industry Newswire/ — As musicians around the world await the imminent release of Ableton Live’s latest version, Live 11, Brooklyn-based music education platform Soundfly today launches one of the first and most comprehensive online courses on making music with Ableton Live, exploring the cutting-edge features that will be available in the upcoming […]

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Spitfire Audio drums up new ORIGINALS sound library, working with world champion The Blue Devils drum corps to create cinematic ingredients

/MUSEWIRE – Music Industry Newswire/ — British music tech company Spitfire Audio has announced availability of DRUMLINE — the eighth release in its ongoing ORIGINALS series of instant library tools. These are offered with the same outstanding recording quality as the ‘full-blown’ scoring professional libraries with which it has built its reputation. The post Spitfire […]

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Bob Moog Foundation Introduces At Home With Dr. Bob’s SoundSchool

/MUSEWIRE – Music News/ — The non-profit Bob Moog Foundation announced this week that, “In order to create engagement in science and sound, spark curiosity, and stave off boredom for your youngsters, we’ve created At Home With Dr. Bob’s SoundSchool.” This series of short videos is inspired by the ten week comprehensive curriculum of Dr. […]

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Butch Vig Drums, with sounds produced by the rock legend, is the first in a run of collaborations with major artists for Native’s Play Series instruments

/MUSEWIRE – MUSIC NEWS/ — Native Instruments today released Butch Vig Drums – a collaboration with renowned drummer and producer Butch Vig, best known as co-founding member of the alternative rock band Garbage and the producer of the seminal albums in…

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