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Michael Jackson DVD: Life & Times Of The King Of Pop 1958-2009

RockCity Entertainment and MVD Visual are pleased to announce the release of Michael Jackson Life & Times Of The King Of Pop 1958-2009 for worldwide distribution on December 8, 2009.

Michael's last days and Memorial Service are captured in this engaging 79-minute film that pays respect to the King. As the world celebrates Michael's life and legacy, it is easy to see why he was the brightest star. As an artist and entertainer, he still looms larger than life. The King will live forever through his music.

Wilson Ebiye, President and CEO of Rock City Entertainment states, "The Life and Times of the King of Pop 1958-2009 is a great companion piece to This Is It. The film is a concerted effort to preserve and protect Michael's legacy of humanitarianism, peace and love." - more on this story

Twin Atlantic Mixed Up

Glasgow's Twin Atlantic has teamed up with Altpress.com to offer music fans an exclusive stream of the brand new "Skrillex Remix" of its latest single, "What Is Light? Where Is Laughter?"

"It reminds us of driving too fast in our friends' cars when they just passed their tests and going to Archaos Club in Glasgow on a Friday night for the dancing," Twin Atlantic singer/guitarist Sam McTrusty explains. "Sonny has put his own spin on our song and we really respect that."

"I had a lot of fun doing this remix," Moore points out. "It was my first time dealing with a Scottish a cappella, not to mention a track that wasn't done to a click, which was a little bit of a challenge. On top of that it was the first drum and bass track I attempted to make which is a total different monster than house or electro as far as mix goes. But nonetheless, it was a great pleasure to do this remix. It always helps when the vocal performance emits that special 'thing' we can't really put our fingers on but know when it's there."

The song was remixed by Twin Atlantic fan Skrillex (AKA Sonny Moore of Sonny/From First to Last fame) and can be - streamed here

Los Lonely Boys Release Dallas Cowboys Theme Song

Los Lonely Boys are back in stores with a new EP covering classic rock songs from the year 1969. Entitled 1969, the EP includes covers of The Doors, Buddy Holly, and Santana and was released in October 2009 on the band's own label, Lonely Tone/Playing in Traffic, based out of Austin, TX. In a recent review, the Washington Times stated, "Although rooted in the Tejano tradition, the brothers also embraced the raw sounds of rock 'n' roll, and their debut album earned comparisons to Los Lobos and Stevie Ray Vaughan. The band's newest recording, 1969, strengthens such rock 'n' roll connections by paying tribute to one of rock's biggest years."

The band recently concluded the first leg of a headlining tour in support of 1969. The Acoustic Brotherhood Tour began October 5th and featured special guests Alejandro Escovedo and Hacienda. Los Lonely Boys recently appeared on Jimmy Kimmel, Good Day NY, and Fox and Friends in support of the new EP

In addition to releasing 1969, Los Lonely Boys have also shown their Texas pride in writing a theme song for the Dallas Cowboys. Lifelong fans, the band was excited to write a song about their beloved football team that will be used across all marketing channels for the team.
- Listen to 'Let's Go Cowboys' here

Harper Simon Add Dates Including Gig With Brian Wilson

Harper Simon has extended his current North American tour with 11 additional west coast dates including a special solo appearance at The Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles opening for legendary Beach Boy Brian Wilson. The December 6th performance is part of the "West Coast Left Coast" series, which plans on "celebrating the unique spirit of California's creative renegades."

Harper's touring act reflects his passion for musicianship and dedication to bringing a top-notch musical experience to his audience. Much like the impressive collection of artists that appear on his self-titled record, Harper Simon's morphing live band -- Harper Simon and Band (electric) -- consists of some of today's most talented players.

On these upcoming west coast dates, the line-up for Harper Simon and Band (electric) will be no exception. Money Mark, Farmer Dave Scher and The Chapin Sisters join an already impressive live band that features bass player Erik Paparazzi (Cat Power), drummer Russell Simins (Jon Spencer Blues Explosion), and guitarist Mike Bloom (The Elected). - more on this story

Five-Year-Old Singer Kaitlyn Maher From Americas Got Talent To Release Debut

Kaitlyn Maher, the 5-year-old singer and budding actress seen by millions on "America's Got Talent," is set to release her debut CD, You Were Meant To Be, on November 26.

Released through Kaitlyn's website (www.KaitlynMaher.com) on Thanksgiving, the CD will also be available through iTunes, Amazon.com and other major distributors in early December.

Produced by Grammy award winner Robert Reynolds (The Mavericks) and Scotty Huff (former guitarist for Keith Urban), You Were Meant To Be features a number of musicians who have played with some of the biggest names in the music industry, including the Dave Matthews Band, Kid Rock, Tim McGraw, Vince Gill, George Strait, Michael W. Smith and Amy Grant. - more on this story

Groove Armada's Patrick Dawes Other Group Patrick & Eugene U.S. Debut

Altogether Now (Birds Bees Flowers Trees) is the U.S. debut release from the UK's Patrick & Eugene. The album was produced by band member Patrick Dawes and it's being released by the Tummy Touch Music Group, distributed by ADA/WEA.

The Patrick & Eugene sound is comprised of banjos, ukuleles and sunshine pop vocals combined with whistles, bells and bongos to produce unique but accessible music for post-modern vaudevillians, with nods to Monty Python, Derek & Clive and even Woody Allen. Try to imagine Noel Coward on stage with the Duke Ellington Band at the Monterey Pop Festival and you're getting close.

The album's title track is currently being featured in a year-long TV campaign by Payless Shoes, and has been heard over the end credits of ABC's Weeds and in Grey's Anatomy. The opening song "The Birds & The Bees" got enormous exposure via a very successful VW Rabbit TV advertising campaign a couple of years back and the YouTube comedy hit "To Do List." Patrick & Eugene's songs have also appeared in the Coen Brothers' Burn After Reading and the Mr. Bean trailer. - more on this story

The Balconies Win Local Honor

Ottawa's The Balconies recently re-located to Toronto, but their Ottawa community and following stands strong! In this year's Ottawa Xpress poll the up and coming threesome were voted by the Ottawa public as "Best Rock/Pop/Dance/Other Band" and "Best New Musical Artist/Group" in the Best of Ottawa poll. They also won the category for "Best Rock/Pop/Dance/Other Album" for their debut self titled release, that came out Independently on September 22nd.

The poll results are a great way to cap off The Balconies' triumphant yea -Playing a handful of festivals including Ottawa Bluesfest, CMW, NXNE, and Pop Montreal, and sharing stages with the likes of Mother Mother, Land of Talk, Dog Day and more.

They also released their full length debut (produced and engineered by Zeus' Carlin Nicholson and Mike O'Brien) to instant critical adoration, while their infectious live sets won over new fans at every show they played.

The band will cap off the year with two holiday shows in both their hometowns! - dates

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