BandPage And CCM+E Connect Musicians To Radio Listeners Across The Nation

			BandPage And CCM+E Connect Musicians To Radio Listeners Across The Nation February 25, 2014 BandPage, the platform more than 500,000 musicians use as a central online profile to reach, engage and monetize millions of fans, is joining forces with Clear Channel Media and Entertainment to bring digital artist-curated content and tour information to radio fans across the U.S. Beginning in the second quarter of 2014, BandPage will power artist profile content, including bios, photos, tour dates with quick links to buy tickets and more, throughout Clear Channel's industry-leading digital radio service iHeartRadio, as well as more than 840 Clear Channel radio station websites across North America.   Prior to BandPage, musicians were limited in how much control they had over what information and content was shared across the Internet to their fans. Now, enabled by a host of new artist-friendly services and apps, artists are empowered to seize their favorite moments and interact with their fans like never before. "Radio has been a cornerstone of the modern music business for nearly a century and, understandably, musicians have been looking for a way to connect directly to radio fans in the digital era," said J Sider, CEO, BandPage. "Partnering with Clear Channel to provide artist-curated content and offers to iHeartRadio and Clear Channel's radio station websites represents an incredibly powerful way to help artists grow their fan bases, drive additional revenues and, ultimately, build their careers." The integration with Clear Channel will bring more than 243 million listeners across the nation access to the most up-to-date and accurate information directly from their favorite bands.  Now, fans will be able to see the latest tour schedules, with quick links to buy tickets, as well as the newest photos, bios and album release information for hundreds of thousands of artists across Clear Channel's iHeartRadio, and all of its local radio station websites, seamlessly while they listen to the music they love. "Clear Channel has the unique ability to directly connect fans with their favorite artists through live interviews, events and once-in-a-lifetime contesting," said Brian Lakamp, President of Digital for Clear Channel Media and Entertainment. "We are constantly looking for ways to connect listeners with new music and connect musicians with new fans.  Working with BandPage will enable yet another way for our listeners to digitally access the most up-to-date and relevant artist content out there in a seamless and easy way - any time they want."

Society's Soul

Every once in a while a band comes around that makes you stop and take notice. A band where the words of the lyrics matter. Where the voice of the front-man is one filled with the emotion of the lyrics. Society's Soul presents a refreshing and different type of voice in today's musical landscape. A voice that strives to dig deeper into the psyche of society and humanity. A voice that is brave andcompassionate enough to ask what is going wrong in the world. Taking a stand on the social and environmental issues plaguing the world today, Society's Soul takes on these issues with hard-hitting introspective lyrics that draw the listener in. Even though by its nature some of the subject matter may be bleak in songs such as these, they are always presented with a positive and optimistic faith-based outlook which leaves the listener feeling hopeful and empowered instead. That captures the essence of what this band is about. That is what Mario M., the charismatic founder, songwriter and front-man of Society's Soul, has been known for.

Starting his introspective journey many years ago with his former band Vogue's Rogues and then continuing it during a latin solo career, Mario continues his musical evolution and spiritual journey with Society's Soul. Society's Soul approaches its songs with musical aggressiveness and lyrical pleas to reform, not conform. Mario takes great pride in his approach and philosophy to making his special brand of music - "Lyrics that make you think, music that rocks your soul". His aggressive yet positive approach also is represented in the Society's Soul live show.

Mario's unique relationship with his fans is well-known. This is an artist who knows the importance and value of what his fans mean to him. He is well-known for personally keeping in touch with each and every one of his fans. Certainly an incredible task but that devotion is what makes Mario a unique personality and why his fans are so devoted to him. As Mario says, “the serious topics I discuss in my songs sometimes paint a too serious perception of me so it's important and good for me to connect with my fans on a personal level and let them see that I have another side to me altogether! Interacting with my fans helps me to see the world through their eyes and that helps me to connect Society's Soul to my fans and to represent them and my music even better”.

The debut album for Society’s Soul titled “Soulscream” will be released on March 25, 2014. It is a concept album with a redemptive story of overcoming adversity and finding faith in a ever scarier and confusing world. The first single off the album titled "Flicker of my soul" was released on January 7, 2014. This introspective song encapsulates the redemptive personal journey that Society's Soul takes the listener on through the album. It is a deeply personal and empowering song that listeners will be able to relate to their lives in various ways. The companion song to "Flicker of my soul" on the physical CD single is the album track "Money is God", a song about the misguided view of money in society where it is thought of as above all else. These two songs are a great introduction to Society's Soul and what its "Society" and "Soul" represents. This is just a sample of the emotional journey the listener will undertake on "Soulscream".

 

With introspective lyrics, emotion filled vocals and music that goes from hard rockers to acoustic ballads to spoken word pieces, you can see that this is no ordinary band. This is just what is needed, an extraordinary band that reflects today's extraordinary world.

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Pussy Roit Comes Under the Whip of Russian Police

Russian Cops Get Violent With Pussy Riot 

Published:  February 19th 2014, 4:49pm

MEMPHIS TN (IFS) --  It was so disheartening to watch  a police officer beat down a defenseless child, that did not even have a gun, a knife, a bomb, a guitar, not even a microphone.  But now, I am going to keep with my unwanted dislikes for Russian authority and President Putin.  He will call me a terrorist and he may want to come and get me for not bowing down to him and kissing his shoes and those of his henge men.

The girls can go to any country and record a good record and get their messages across and make so much money to fight a digital campaign that's more effective.  Pushing these mad men to the point of putting one into the hospital is not acceptable.

Girls you have an international stage, and can name your own terms and make a difference worldwide.  Get smart and stop throwing your bodies into the pile with these crazy people who only understand violence. -KHS
 

The Sochi Winter Olympics have so far managed to avoid many of the potential problems and worst-case scenarios that many envisioned before the Games began over a week ago. There have been a few ugly incidents, however, and one extremely violent example happened earlier on Wednesday when Russian Cossack militia members brutally attacked members of the anti-Russian government punk band Pussy Riot in Sochi.
Pussy Riot, who were famously imprisoned for 21 months in 2012-2013, were detained earlier this week by Russian authorities before being released. The group, led by original band members Nadezhda Tolokonnikova and Maria Alyokhina, were planning to stage a classic performance of their music, which is designed to protest the current Russian government, and the restriction of freedom that the band sees in their country.
Be forewarned: This video is extremely intense, and shows a women getting beaten and pepper sprayed in the face. It's a very graphic but accurate glimpse at some of the security currently at the Sochi Olympics. Because of the violence, it may or may not be NSFW.
After the incident, Alyokhina tweeted out this photo:
It translates as "Lying with Nadya on beds next to each other in a hospital" (according to the USA Today).
For all of the joking about some of the hotel mishaps and issues about accommodations (popularized by the Twitter hashtag #SochiProblems), this was a much darker glimpse at some of the serious problems that Russia is confronting.
That Russia will host the 2018 World Cup (which will be on a much bigger scale since it's hosted by the entire country and not merely one city) presents two major thinking points. First, by such appearances, Russia is still a place where police brutality like this can happen in a very public setting. Second, it gives their government a goal to work toward in solving some of their current social issues, whether they choose to recognize the opportunity or not.


Image via USA Today

Nicki Minaj Debuts Video For New Song, 'Lookin' Ass Ni--a'

Nicki Minaj Debuts Video For New Song, 'Lookin' Ass Ni--a': Watch

By Erika Ramirez, Billboard Magazine, N.Y. | February 12, 2014 4:39 PM EST

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Nicki Minaj has unleashed the video for her new single, "Lookin' Ass Ni--a."

The black and white Nabil-directed video features the rapper/singer in the middle of a desert, taking aim at fake and lying dudes, literally. Watch below:

"Lookin' Ass Ni--a" is reported to be featured on her upcoming album, "The Pink Print," and also appear on upcoming Young Money compilation, "Rise of An Empire" (March, 2011).

Prior to the release of the video, Minaj hinted on the single, an upcoming mixtape and album on her guest verse for Young Thug's "Danny Glover" remix. "I got something for you 'Lookin' Ass Ni--as.' Week and a half, I'mma be in that ass. Pause. It's like I'm working on an album and a mixtape at the same motherfucking time," she raps on the song's intro.

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Merrell Fankhauser's Tiki Lounge Television Shows

Tiki Lounge Episode Guide
http://www.merrellfankhauserstikilounge.tv/

Tiki Lounge - Hawaiian Adventure (Uploaded: 23-01-2014) This was one of the first Tiki Lounge shows produced in 2000 & 2001 filmed on the islands of Kauai and Maui. Merrell's first stop on the tour is a visit with Charlie the grounds keeper at the Co Co Palms hotel where Elvis Presley filmed the movie "Blue Hawaii" in 1960. Merrell performs the songs "Blue Hawaii", "Island Life" and "Beautiful Kauai". Then its off to Maui with Merrell doing "Hukilau" with hula dancer Yoriko and the show ends with a hula show in Lahaina. This show features fun performances by George Thorogood, Huey Lewis, Johnny Winter and Merrells band doing "Only A Woman". An Interview with Nicky Hopkins (Uploaded: 25-01-2014) Merrell Interviews piano wiz Nicky Hopkins who played with The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and many others. This 1991 show features some fun jams with Merrell, Nicky, and Pat Benatar's bassist Roger Capps. The Whole Day Ahead Of Us (Uploaded: 25-01-2014)

Merrell takes a nap in his backyard and day dreams about doing a show performing the songs "The Whole Day Ahead Of Us", "We Love Tikis", "Bread And Butter", "Whole Lotta Shakin", "Grover Beach", "Magic Chorus Line, and "Flying To Machu Picchu". The show ends with Merrell and Willie Nelson and band doing an exciting version of "Wipe Out" on the island of Maui! A day in paradise (Uploaded: 25-01-2014) Cameras follow Merrell around on Maui in the mid 70's as he surfs and sings in the tropical paradise. The Revels, Mickey Rooney JR. and Jay Lacy (Uploaded: 25-01-2014)

 Merrell interviews drummer Jerry Sagouspe about playing with The Revels and doing camera work for Merrell that includes an interview with Mickey Rrooney Jr. and Jay Lacy who played with the Everly Brothers and others. Songs include The Revels doing "Tequila" and "Further On Up The Road", and Merrrell and band with guitarist Jay Lacy doing "Thats Alright" and "Bring It On Home". Finally, a rare clip of Mickey Rooney Jr. and his band in the 60's movie "Hot Rods From Hell"! Blues Show (Uploaded: 25-01-2014)

 Merrell and DJ Peter Kraus co host this show featuring Blues artists. The show kicks off with Ko Ko Taylor doing "I'm A Woman", followed by Elvin Bishop "Dont Let The Boss Man Get You Down", Lonnie Brooks "Dont Answer The Door", Katie Webster "Two Fisted Mama", and Merrell and Ed Cassidy end the show with "Whats Wrong". Merrell and Mary live on Maui (Uploaded: 25-01-2014)

Merrell and Violinist Mary Lee play live on the beach on the Island of Maui circa 1980. Original songs include "The Source", "Calling From A Star", "On Our Way To Hana","Lovely Lady", "Some Of Them Escaped" and some rare and unreleased songs. Canned Heat tribute (Uploaded: 25-01-2014)

Merrrell interviews Fito De La Parra drummer from Canned Heat. Fito talks about his early days and how he joined the band and memorable moments from playing Woodstock. Theres even some unseen film of the band playing at woodstock. Songs include, "On The Road Again", "Lets Work Together", "Goin Up The Country" and "Refried Boogie". Merrell's World (Uploaded: 25-01-2014)

This 2011 show starts off with Merrell's humorus instrumental surf song "Poquito Loquita" and the spooky "Shadow People" song and spacey "Alien Talk" song. In the Merrels World segment two friends get lost in the jungle leaving the Tiki Lounge. The show ends with a great interview and song by Sal Valentino lead singer from the 60's group The Beau Brummels. Psychedelic And Beyond (Uploaded: 25-01-2014)

Features a song by Merrells group MU, an interview with Mars Bonfire who wrote "Born To Be Wild", a 90's song by Sky Saxon, clips from Woodstock and a interview with Canned Heat drummer Fito De La Parra. Randy California, Robbie Kreiger and Steve Howe do a great live version of "All Along The Watchtower" and Merrell and Ed Cassidy end the show with "Psychedelic Dreams". Return To Maui (Uploaded: 25-01-2014)

On this show we return to Maui for another great Hula show and Merrrell performs "Cant Help Falling" with Hula dancer Yoriko. Then we go back to California for an interview with artist Bob Wheat who's buliding a full size replica of a Great White Shark! The show ends with some exciting wakeboarding to "The Knights" song "In Progression". Rockin' Boogie (Uploaded: 25-01-2014)

Tribute To Music Promoter Audrey Franklyn (Uploaded: 25-01-2014) This show is a tribute to Hollywood promoter Audrey Frranklyn who promoted Ella Fitzgerald, and Merrells's group MU and many others. Merrell and his band perform several of Audrey's favorite songs starting off with "I Saw Your Photograph", then Merrell is joined by Big Band singer Carol Towery and Ed Cassidy for "Goody GoodY'. Then Maui surfer Steve Omar does his original song "Surf Rage", followed by Merrrell and Band with Ed Cassidy on drums doing "Wild Gyrations" and "Walkin The Dog". Next we have an interview with Merrells son who is building guitars for Nokie Edwards, and a quick glimpse of "The Ventures" playing at the NAM Show in L.A., and the show ends with Merrell and the party in the Tiki Lounge doing "A Little Help From My Friends". Leo Fender Tribute (Uploaded: 25-01-2014)

An all star cast of guitar greats pay tribute to electric guitar manufacturer and inventor Leo Fender. The show starts with James Burton and Albert Lee doing "Tear It Up" and "Faded Love". Burton talks about buying his first Fender Telecaster guitar. Next Robben Ford and a young Joe Bonamassa do a hot blues jam, followed by Robbie Kreiger, Barry Oakley Jr. and Jeff 'Skunk' Baxter doing "Roadhouse". Next we have a wild version of "Purple Haze" by Yingwe Malmsteen and then Dick Dale doing "Shake N Stomp" and "Pipeline". Merrell and The Revels end the show with "Thats Alright". Merrell and the Exiles and Fapardokly (Uploaded: 25-01-2014)

Merrell interviews his old band mates from his 60's groups The Exiles and Fapardokly and features music from then and now. New episodes coming soon! Why not sign up to our Mailing List to be notified immediately when they are here? Forthcoming Episodes Instrumental Surf Groups (Uploaded: Coming Soon!) This show starts off with an interview with Surf Movie maker Paul Kraus and clips from his film about old surf board shapers called "Shapemakers". Then we go to some great instrumental surf music by John and The Nightriders, The Sprague Brothers, The Mermen and The Revels who had the song "Commanche" in the movie "Pulp Fiction". Theres even an interview with Mike Love of The Beach Boys in his backyard! The Halloween Show (Uploaded: Coming Soon!)

 A Halloween show with Merrell and the band doing "Boogie Man Blues" and "Whats Wrong" featuring Spirit drummer Ed Cassidy on drums. Cassidy also appears in a 1980 segment from a Sci Fi movie called "Effects Unknown". Other performances include Megadeth "Hangar 18", KLF " Justified And Ancient" and a metal version of "Wipe Out" by The Ventures. Rock N roll Fever (Uploaded: Coming Soon!)

This show starts with Merrrell and the band and The Merrellets singing back up and having lots of fun with Merrell's song "Rock N Roll Fever"! Next we have Merrell's prophetic song "Move To Higher Ground" about current Earth disasters and some that hadn't happened yet! Next we go to Merrell and HMS Bounty guitarist Bill Dodd's song "Time To Move Around" followed by "I Landed On The Mainland", "Grover Beach" with lap steel guitarist Martin Brown of The Impacts. The show ends with Merrell's song "Only A Woman" from the Ned Beaty and Mia Sara movie.