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Indie Spotlight: Marquee Mayfield
What started in Nashville a little over a year ago as a side project for frontman Andrew Glass and guitarist Landon Rives to express their love for deep-grooved dance tracks, has morphed into Marquee Mayfield, a bold statement of blended r&b/soul with flirtatious pop-funk & acid-jazz inspirations. They’ve wasted no time making an impression on the local music scene, showcasing in BMI’s Road to Bonnaroo competition…
From News, posted 4.17.12
Check Out BMI’s April Indies
The April collection of BMI indie profiles spotlights Coachella 2012—one of the most anticipated and beloved music festivals in the world—along with free-thinkers Marquee Mayfield, Sucré, Terminal VI, Meleni Smith, Pure Bathing Culture, PushMethod and Nick Waterhouse.
bmi.com/indie
From News, posted 4.17.12
Prom for Hope to Raise Funds for Cancer Research April 5 in L.A.
The first annual Prom for Hope will take place Thursday, April 5 at Club Nokia in Los Angeles. Presented by Hope’s Music and Entertainment Industry Group and Future Hope, the dance party will raise funds for cancer research and is proudly supported by BMI. 3OH!3 will deliver an anticipated DJ set, as will Black Cards (Pete Wentz & Spencer Peterson), Kevin Baird…
From News, posted 4.03.12
One More Spot: Final Round of BMI’s Road to Bonnaroo is April 16
Nashville’s Road to Bonnaroo competition has one more slot to fill. Eight third-round performers will compete during the final RTB 2012 showcase on Monday, April 16 at the Mercy Lounge. With tight, three-song sets, Captain Midnight Band, Courtney Jaye, The Electric Hearts, Escandido, Fly Golden Eagle, Oh No No, Ravello, and Sol Cat will each vie for a spot at Bonnaroo. Presented by BMI, the Nashville Scene, Mercy Lounge and the Bonnaroo…
From News, posted 3.29.12
Wild Cub Wins Road to Bonnaroo Round Two
BMI, Mercy Lounge, the Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival and the Nashville Scene presented the second round of the 2012 edition of the Road to Bonnaroo competition at 8 off 8th on Monday, March 26. The round two lineup featured Evan P. Donohue, Wild Cub, The Running, Static Revival, Nikki Lane, Five Knives, Tesla…
From News, posted 3.28.12
SXSW Video Blog: Falling in Love with SXSW
BMI’s New York-based publicist Jamil Walker captures his frenzied, fantastic experience at SXSW 2012 in this fast-paced video blog. Jump in to his “virtual pedicab” and experience the festival through the eyes and ears of one of its hardest working fans.
From Blog, posted 3.23.12
SXSW Blog: That’s a Wrap
Nicole Keiper is a drummer, BMI songwriter and music writer, blogging for BMI about her trek to SXSW 2012.
From Blog, posted 3.20.12
SXSW Blog: On the Ground
Nicole Keiper is a drummer, BMI songwriter and music writer, blogging for BMI about her trek to SXSW 2012.
From Blog, posted 3.19.12
Indie Spotlight: The Vibrant Sound
The Vibrant Sound is a movement of ingenuity in the world of alternative hip-hop. Combining eclectic styles from Los Angeles to New York, this full band, indie hip-hop project has captured a sound that defies boundaries on all sides. Based on the songwriting slash lyrical delivery of leadman McKay Stevens, the Vibrant Sound came together to create music for ghettoblasters to speak through and people to…
From News, posted 3.19.12
Indie Spotlight: Roc$tedy
22-year-old Roc$tedy is based in Long Beach, California. Born addicted to pain meds, Roc has been fighting for his life since birth. While attempting to keep himself busy with sports in high school, the temptations of an adolescent in an urban environment were too great. From mixing with the wrong crowd and being shot at, to nearly losing his life to an overdose, Roc$tedy is a real survival story, and…
From News, posted 3.19.12
Indie Spotlight: Angelo De Augustine
Singer/songwriter Angelo De Augustine lives in Westlake Village, California. His first release, Black Wool and second, Strangers, have received overwhelming praise from established musicians including Marcella Detroit of Shakespeare’s Sister, Pat MacDonald (Timbuk 3) ,the Band of Heathens, Tom Freund, and legendary drummer Dony Wynn (Robert Palmer, Steve Winwood, Patti Labelle, Brooks and Dunn).…
From News, posted 3.19.12
BMI Indie Profiles: March
BMI’s March indie picks include innovative and inspirational hip-hop, along with a reflective singer/songwriter currently turning heads: The Vibrant Sound, Roc$teady and Angelo De Augustine.
bmi.com/indie
From News, posted 3.19.12
SXSW Blog: Getting There
Nicole Keiper is a drummer, BMI songwriter and music writer, blogging for BMI about her trek to SXSW 2012.
From Blog, posted 3.15.12
SXSW Picks: Latin
Latin music is the fastest growing genre in the country, and that dynamic surge is visible in SXSW lineups that are more diverse than ever before. Bills showcasing traditional Latin styles as well as Latin rock, hip-hop, singer/songwriters, pop and more from all over the world will fill clubs in downtown Austin this week. Here are four BMI Latin SXSW performers not to be missed. WEDNESDAY, 3/14…
From News, posted 3.12.12
10 Questions: Milo Greene
The Milo Greene arriving to Austin, TX next week for the marathon SXSW festival is not a single person—he isn’t even real. What began as a phantom booking agent—an e-mail account concocted by band co-founders Robbie Arnett and Andrew Heringer when the friends still led separate projects—has since transformed to one of Los Angeles’ most buzzed-about indie crews. Now, bolstered by choristers Graham Fink and Marlana…
From MusicWorld, posted 3.12.12
SXSW Picks: 12 Bands to Catch in Austin
In the promotional flurry of booze, BBQ, and celebrity attractions that fuel the South By Southwest Music Festival (March 13-18), it’s far too easy to lose track of the hometown talent that helps make Austin the so-called “Live Music Capital of the World” the other 51 weeks of the year—especially with nearly 2,000 artists scheduled to perform. Here’s a list of 12 can’t miss BMI acts from Austin to add…
From News, posted 3.07.12
By Lightning Wins First Slot in Road to Bonnaroo 2012
BMI, Mercy Lounge, the Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival and the Nashville Scene kicked off the 2012 edition of the Road to Bonnaroo competition at 8 off 8th on Monday, February 27. The diverse round one lineup featured Colorfeels, By Lightning, Toy, The Hollywood Kills, Quichenight, Sam & Tre, Laura Reed, and Brandon Jazz & His Armed Forces.…
From News, posted 3.01.12
David Garza, Vonnegutt & More to Play BMI SXSW Showcase
BMI will showcase a diverse, seven-deep lineup at SXSW 2012, ranging from updates of heart-racing 80's pop, a freewheeling 15-piece, fierce rock-rap and fresh-faced punk, to straight shots of rock and roll. Performers include Films of Colour, David Garza, Youngblood Hawke, Uncle Skeleton, New York Rivals and Vonnegutt. The show is set for Thursday, March 15 at Easy Tiger (709 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78701). The music…
From News, posted 2.29.12
Indie Spotlight: $2 Dollar Shows
$2 Dollar Shows is a nonprofit dedicated to bringing awareness of social issues through art and music by partnering with community organizations to present monthly $2 Shows that anyone can enjoy, while providing a platform and exposure for independent artists. Tickets always cost $2, and events are always connected to a charitable cause. Diverse media and genres are selected for $2 Shows, from indie rock, hip-hop, jazz and Americana, to…
From News, posted 2.10.12
Indie Spotlight: Big History
Big History is a six-piece soul/electronic/pop act roaring out of New Orleans. Anchored by the smoky vocals of Meg Roussel, the group’s catchy hooks pour from laptops and violins alike. The band has crafted a bedroom pop debut flashing with the pulse and shimmer of a 3 a.m. dance party, but smooth and hazy enough to be revisited the morning after. Having caught the eyes and ears…
From News, posted 2.10.12
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