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A message from David LK Murphy -
Tonight Friday, March 14th, 2008 I’ll be playing one of my few shows this spring. Recording and writing have occupied most of my time, but so has an utter obsession with Neil Gaiman’s graphic novels.
I’m retiring from this musical dream-realm for a very special evening with some of my […]

After her successful performance on “Late Night with Conan O’Brien”, Nicole Atkins will be kicking off her 2008 US Tour at New York’s Bowery Ballroom on January 25th …

Fans and critics got a sneak peek of new songs from the forthcoming ‘Don’t Let It Fall’ on November 9th when Dan Ferrari performed a live, in-studio session for JamNow.com. Now that entire set is available for streaming …

For some, it’s not cool to like Justin Timberlake. For others, he’s the one. The Prince of Pop. The ‘it’ guy. The more singles that Justin Timberlake releases, the more he’s growing on me. His voice, the harmonies, the feel of the mix and the production on his songs are quality …

Lou Reed has been known to be intensely moved by historical and international events and conflicts. Just recently, Reed composed and recorded two brand new songs - “Gravity” and “Safety Zone” - both inspired by the soon-to-be released film Nanking …

New Jersey native Dan Ferrari has been chosen as a finalist at the annual New York Songwriters Circle Songwriting Contest. The track “Heard From You,” off Ferrari’s latest album ‘Don’t Let It Fall’, is one of 12 contenders in this international songwriting contest. The singer/songwriter will perform his song Wednesday, November 7th, 2007 at New […]

After a successful CMJ festival, Brooklyn’s The Forms will be hitting the road throughout November 2007. The tour will kick off on October 30th with a record release party at the Cake Shop in NYC …

The Shake has become the latest band to join the impressive roster of clients celebrating an endorsement deal with First Act Guitars. Shake guitarists Jon Merkin and Eliad Shapiro bond with the likes of Adam Levine (Maroon 5), Serj Tankian (System of a Down), and Nick Zinner (Yeah Yeah Yeahs) to use First Act Guitars […]

The Love Kills Theory will be playing The Annex, 152 Orchard Street (between Rivington and Stanton Streets), NYC on Saturday, August 11, 2007 at 10 PM. Admission is $8., and the venue phone is 323-673-3410. The Annex NYC Website.
The Love Kills Theory is a New York City-based punk group, who deals with philosophical and social […]

Engine Room Recordings in New York City is releasing a compilation CD in September 2007 called ‘Guilt By Association,’ where we have some of the biggest names in the indie scene covering their guilty pleasure pop songs.
People like Devendra Banhart, Superchunk, Will Oldham, Jim O’Rourke and Mike Watt playing songs by Journey, Mariah Carey, Cher, […]

New York based quartet Benzos are releasing their second album, Branches, August 7th 2007 on Stinky Records. Branches combines the melodic allure of Doves, the sprawling dynamics of Explosions In the Sky and the minimalist yet intense complexity of Aphex Twin …

Rockin’ kids from down under and all over, Second Dan will perform with local Jersey acts Souls Release and Billy at The Blow-Up Radio.com’s monthly concert series at Buddie’s Tavern in Parlin, NJ on June 16th, 2007.
Buddie’s Tavern is located at 277 Johnsons Lane. Second Dan takes the stage at 10:30 PM. Admission is free.
Second […]

Manhattan-based multi-tiered entertainment group, Organic Entertainment and Media announces the launch of their own in-house booking agency.
“As we continue to develop the label-side of our business, it is clear that this is a needed and valuable service that we could provide for our current and future client base,” comments Organic President Margo Drgos.
The booking agency […]

Rockin’ kids from down under and all over, Second Dan will perform with fellow Aussie act and recently signed Jive/Zomba artist, Augie March, at the Mercury Lounge in New York City on May 21st. The Mercury Lounge is located at 217 E. Houston. The band will perform at 9:30 PM.
“We love to share the stage […]

This summer of 2007 will see the release of the third CD by New York City rocker Tim Young. The Cost will feature twelve new songs from Tim and a new cover of his own tune “Renegade” from the 2005 release of his solo artist debut Red.
This time around involves a more complex production. Basic […]