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TINDERBOX MUSIC 3148 Bryant Ave S. / Minneapolis, MN 55408 / (612) 375-1113
Tinderbox is a music promotions and distribution company. We work with unsigned, indie label, and major label artists across the country by obtaining press and radio airplay in appropriate markets and formats. We specialize in college radio and the artists that fit the CMJ (College Music Journal) and secondary FM and community formats. We also provide local and national distribution for artists as well as publishing and music licensing opportunities.
UNSIGNED ONLY MUSIC COMPETITION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO APRIL 11, 2012
Nashville, TN, USA - March 12, 2012
Due to overwhelming demand, the inaugural Unsigned Only Music Competition has extended its deadline to enter until April 11, 2012. Designed for solo artists, bands, and singers who are not signed to a major record label, Unsigned Only's goal is to find an outstanding, talented performing artist: a band, singer, or solo artist...a newcomer or veteran...raw or polished - the "gem" that needs to be discovered. Unsigned Only is looking for the total package. Judging criteria includes vocals, performance, songwriting, and originality.
Created by the same team who founded the International Songwriting Competition (ISC), Unsigned Only offers great prizes, recognition, exposure, and the chance to be heard by a group of judges consisting of high-profile recording artists and industry professionals. It also takes it a step further, however, and offers the Grand Prize winner the unprecedented opportunity to be mentored by a group of record company presidents, A&R reps, and more. This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance for an artist to directly network with the top echelon of record company professionals and get guidance, advice, feedback, and networking opportunities.
The founders of Unsigned Only, Jim Morgan and Candace Avery, talk about the new venture: "We are pleased to introduce a new music competition of this caliber to artists throughout the world. Having worked with a wide variety of artists over many years, we know that what artists want most is access to record label professionals. However, it is virtually impossible for most up-and-coming artists to have direct access to this elite and elusive group of decision makers. So, Unsigned Only is offering the unprecedented opportunity for the Grand Prize winner to network with and be mentored by a prestigious group of record label executives. This has never been done before, and we are excited about the possibilities it affords the Unsigned Only winner."
The judging panel is comprised of an impressive group of recording artists, producers, and top-level music journalists. They include: Cyndi Lauper; Kenny Rogers; Angie Stone; 3 Doors Down; Charlie Daniels; Jeremy Camp; Manchester Orchestra; Craig Morgan; Robert Smith (The Cure); Kelly Clarkson; Musiq Soulchild; Aaron Shust; Steve Lillywhite (Producer); G. Love; Matt and Kim; St. Vincent; The Mountain Goats; Josh Jackson (Co-Founder and Editor-In-Chief, Paste Magazine); Scott Lapatine (Founder/Editor-In-Chief, Stereogum) and Lorraine Ali (Pop Music Editor, Los Angeles Times).
The panel of mentors who have signed on to participate is equally impressive. Included are: Monte Lipman (President of Universal Republic); Pete Ganbarg (Executive Vice President/Head of A&R, Atlantic Records); David Wolter (Senior VP of A&R, RCA Records); Kim Stephens (President, Forward Entertainment and A&R/Capitol Music Group); Trevor Jerideau (VP of A&R, RCA Records); David Wilkes (VP of A&R, eOne Music); Pete Giberga (Head of A&R, Razor & Tie Records); Jason Geter (President, Grand Hustle Records)*; *Jason McArthur (VP of A&R, Provident Label Group); *and*Josh Bailey, SVP A&R, Word Label Group.
The Grand Prize Winner will be awarded $5,000 in cash (plus additional prizes) and one-on-one mentoring by an elite group of record company executives. First Place and Second Place winners will also be selected in each category. Entries are being accepted now until April 11, 2012. Winners will be announced in July, 2012. Categories include: AAA (Adult Album Alternative), AC (Adult Contemporary), Christian Music, Country, Folk/Singer-Songwriter, R&B/Hip-Hop, Rock, Pop/Top 40, and Vocal Performance.
All entries must be original music except for the Vocal Performance category which accepts original or cover songs. Judging criteria in the Vocal Performance category will be based solely on the quality of the vocals, thereby allowing singers who do not write their own songs the opportunity to enter.
For more information, please contact Candace Avery at 615.251.4441 or cavery@unsignedonly.com. For entry and general information, please go to http://www.unsignedonly.com
MN BEATLE PROJECT VOL. 3
01. Cloud Cult - Help 02. Solid Gold - Love You Do 03. White Light Riot - Hey Bulldog 04. Charlie Parr feat. Nicholas Mrozinski - Rocky Raccoon 05. Motion City Soundtrack - Here Comes The Sun 06. The Fiddle Heirs - I've Got A Feeling 07. Me and My Arrow - Don't Let Me Down 08. Red Pens - Helter Skelter 09. Dark Dark Dark and Her Choir - Long Long Long 10. The Honeydogs - Dear Prudence 11. Tapes 'n Tapes - I Want you (She's So Heavy) 12. the 4ontheFloor - Why Don't We Do It in the Road? 13. The Arms Akimbo - YoU Won't See Me 14. Cantus - Got to Get You Into My Life 15. Anoka Middle School for the Arts - A Hard Day's Night
Minnesota Musical All-Stars Unite to Put New Spin on the Fab Four's Biggest Hits
Proceeds will benefit music and art education in Minnesota public schools.
Music and art education in Minnesota public schools could use a helping hand. That's why some of the state's most talented musicians have been working like dogs to record Minnesota Beatle Project Vol. 3, a collection of orignally arranged Beatles covers recorded exclusively for this album. One hundred percent of net proceeds from the sale of Minnesota Beatle Project Vol. 3 will be donated to enhance music and art education programs for students in Minnesota public schools. The project will hit stores shelves Dec. 6, 2011.
TWENTY ONE PILOTS "HOUSE OF GOLD"
THE ROCKFORD MULES VIDEO
UPCOMING ADDS:
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NOW AT RADIO: Concentual Ian Franklin Mac Larson Andrew Ryan Attack With Care Fraction & Fresh Kils: #2 Hip Hop Add, #15 Hip Hop Chart! Mac Larson Andrew Ryan Attack with Care Bethany and the Guitar Noah Cornelius Franklin Brothers Charlene Kaye Morning Fuzz Lizzo and the Larva Ink #2 Hip Hop Add! 3 In Counting The Energy Scott Hinkson The Guilt Racket Culture Cry Wolf: #3 Hip Hop Add! #23 Hip Hop Chart Bobby Phisher #26 Hip Hop Chart Likwuid #11 Hip Hop Chart Sarah Donner The Breakups Live Animals Fairfax Ontario Mark Alexander Dax They've Shot Flanigan Jonny October: #2 Hip Hop Add! #6 Hip Hop Chart Haulover Drive Oh Condor You Knew Me When Brian Cristofono Zsa Zsa Ketnzer Circle Edward Appleby The Sweaters Tara Priya Ken Tizzard with Bad Intent Spin The Black Shades #16 Add & Chart #127 My Body Sings Electric Chart #193 & #19 Add Ecid: #2 Hip Hop Chart!
Contact Us: Tinderbox Music 3148 Bryant Ave S. Minneapolis, MN 55408
