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Genre: Country
Website: http://nathanosmond.com

Nathan Osmond is an accomplished singer, songwriter, producer, motivational speaker and has shared the stage with some of the industry’s biggest names. He is the son of 70’s pop star, Alan Osmond.
Ever since he was a child, Nathan remembers growing up on the set of the Donny and Marie Show. The late Bob Hope discovered Nathan and his brothers (The Osmonds 2nd Generation) and gave them their first National television appearance on his Christmas show back in 1986. Since then, he and his brothers have traveled to over 14 different countries, singing in many different languages. He did commercials for the Sumitomo Bank of Japan and served as youth chairmen for the Children’s Miracle Network. He appeared on the front covers of teen magazines everywhere.

During the early 90’s, Nathan and his brothers signed with both Curb Records and Epic/Sony in Europe and have had three songs in the top 40 in the U.K. He has also appeared on MTV, Good Morning America, Live with Regis and Kathy Lee, CBS This Morning, Entertainment Tonight, CNN and other major shows and networks. Nathan has performed to sold-out stadiums and arenas in the U.S., Europe and Asia. He and his brothers won the Golden Bell Award in Taiwan and were voted Branson, Missouri’s Best Young Group of the Year, three years in a row, being inducted into Branson’s Hall of Fame.

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Genre: Alternative
Website: http://www.dropzines.com

The Dropzines: A COLLECTION OF CIRCA 1930′S PERIODICALS DEDICATED TO ESSAYS ON NATIONAL DEPRESSION AND MASS EXHAUSTION.

The Dropzines’ singer/songwriter/guitarist, Shawn Stabley, has been composing and performing melody-intensive music since he was a teenager. From 1988 to 1991, Shawn wrote, sang and played bass for the NYC alternative rock group, The Dutch Provos. In ‘91, Shawn, along with fellow Dutch Provos’ guitarist, Tim Archer, founded The Most Sordid Pies. The Pies, as they became referred to by fans, recorded their debut LP, “Grit & Sunshine,” along side producers John Siket (Sonic Youth, Phish, Yo La Tengo) and Kramer (Shimmy Disc Records), utilizing legendary rock recording facilities, Bearsville and Power Station Studios. The gritty, yet euphonious acuity of “Grit & Sunshine” would, without a doubt, have gotten The Pies their “just dessert” had its release not been suddenly halted by the bankruptcy of its label’s parent company, Power Station Records. Sadly, The Pies would not recover from the harsh turn of events, and “Grit & Sunshine” would never see its release date, as they disbanded in 1995.

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Genre: Jazz
Website: http://www.stephanearlmusic.com

Embodying elements of Jazz, Rock, Down-tempo and New Age, composer / producer Stephan Earl’s music flows across stylistic boundaries yet is focused on the principals of melody, harmony and rhythm. Enchanting and thought-provoking, Stephan composes music that is harmonically interesting and complex, yet accessible to the average listener. His music is the perfect fit for a “Nu-Jazz” world, something Stephan eagerly embraces. “There are so many styles of music that I enjoy,” said Stephan. “Yet I wanted to create a body of work focused around Jazz with ambient textures that capture your imagination and melodies that touch your soul.”

Stephan Earl’s debut album Origins released November 2009 aims to accomplish just that. Described as Nu-Jazz or Contemporary Jazz, this album is the culmination of Stephan’s years of passion and love for music. Its inspirations range from classical music of the 1920’s to World music to Rock and Contemporary Jazz. “I wanted the music of Origins to have the raw emotion of music I composed in my youth, yet represent my current thoughts and influences.”

Stephan Earl was born November 28, 1970, in Queens, NY. Although he wasn’t born into a family of musicians, Stephan grew up as a child listening to music his parents loved by such artists as Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson, Nat King Cole and other classic soul and R&B music of the 60’s and 70’s. At age eleven he learned to play the clarinet and within the year added flute and tenor saxophone to his woodwind arsenal. At age 12 Stephan’s Aunt purchased for him a two-octave Casio keyboard which he used to compose his first melodies. “Once I got the Casio and could play chords, I immediately became enticed with harmony and writing melodies. I took the chords and theory I was learning at sax lessons and applied it to my compositions.”

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Genre: Smooth Jazz
Website: http://www.pdm411.com

Electrifying and tasteful is the only way to describe the groove, sensual piano style of Luggnutt! With melodic phrases and memorable melodies, Luggnutt has delivered exciting and ear pleasing performances, domestically and internationally. Audiences in Las Vegas, Seattle, Hilton Head, Tampa, Atlanta, Houston, Japan, Bermuda, and Jamaica have enjoyed great shows with Luggnutt in the line up. Playing in various styles of music, but bringing them together in a special way called, Lust Jazz, Luggnutt is a true piano and vocal favorite in the entertainment capitol of the world, Las Vegas, Nevada.

Luggnutt has been the musical director for Billy Paul, Drifters, also keyboardist for many vocalist and bands across the United States, on both national and local events. He has opened shows for The Gap Band, Ray Charles, Rick James, Barkays, Rolls Royce and many others. Luggnutt has been organist and keyboardist for several church choirs and gospel functions in the Las Vegas area. He also takes time to perform with charitable organizations such as the March of Dimes, UMC Hospital, and Toys for Tots Christmas Foundation to name a few.

Producer, songwriter, pianist, drummer and vocalist, Luggnutt is a real treat that is enjoyable every show. His new album entitled Pleasing U Pleases Me, puts the lust into jazz and brings about a happy ending. So treat yourself don’t cheat yourself get your copy, and enjoy.

Genre: Country/Gospel
Website: http://www.sherrilynn.zoomshare.com

Biography:
I am a singer, I write Songs, Poems, Short Stories and I have been working on a Book since 1990. I have been singing since I was 5 and my first gig was at a Wrestling match at half time. My Father was a professional wrestler in the 70’s for WWF, His wrestling name was “The Booger Man.”

Over the years I have performed many different places like; My Schools, Churches, The Founders In, “700 Club Ball Room, Ryman Auditorium, Fundraisers, I had my own TV Show called “The Vision” in 1999.

I am being promoted By Michael & Shirley Caron with “Family Values Promotions” for Emerald Records the owner is Cliff Ayers.

Genre: Various
Website: http://www.chuckkesilman.com

Biography:
Chuck Kesilman releases “Return of the Walrus, Flight of the Blackbird”. Chuck Kesilman, a former probation officer and elementary discipline counselor working with high risk youngsters, hopes to effect and curb violence through his newly produced Song on CDs. The legendary Walrus and Bird song, a Lennon / McCartney tribute, is being played around the world, locally and can be found in local outlets. He is being featured on nationally and local media talk shows.

Recognized as “The World’s Greatest Single/Solo 12-String Beatles Guitarist” composer, songwriter musician, he is also well as known for playing classic hits from the 60’s and 70’s. He opened for Julian Lennon, after he was sought out by a talent scout. The 2-song CD produced by Robin Vosberry, gives Credits to Derrick Russell/drums, Steven Lane /bass, Ron Stroopes/photography, Brittany Barrett/artist, CD duplication/Robb R Minniear, RLM-Media, Southern B Digital, Charles Smith/ recording at Red River Studios. Promotions include Chuck’s wife Bonnie Buras Kesilman, longtime associate Karl Hasting, and YWCA NWLA Week Without Violence Committee Chair, Shreveport Chamber Diplomat Beth Foster APT Action Programs Today. The legendary ‘Walrus and Bird Song’ is a Lennon / McCartney tribute, and is being highlighted and played on f BEATLES-A-RAMA. from Viejo, California, and Pat Matthews of the Global Source Media announces the Beatlesque song is being highlighted “Eight

Days A Week. New Artist Radio, TMC and Dark, Salt Lake City Utah, is now broadcasting it around the world. Ron Stroopes, Pod Caster/The Daily Zipcast, is featuring The Hit Song in Ohio, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, and other states. April 10, 2005, Kesilman’s “Hey Rah! He’s The Guitar Man”, a tribute to James Burton, reached #1 on the Top 40 Charts on New Artist Radio, an international Website, broadcasted from Utah stayed there for over seven weeks. Through Kesilman’s thoughts and love for the Beatles the knowing how war, oppression, violence, and everyday crimes and problems, effect the world, his song reflects how the Lord sends a message of love through two familiar characters from the past: the Walrus (Lennon) and the Blackbird {.McCartney) who have been empowered by the lord to spread the word of love around the world.

Genre: Hip Hop
Website: http://www.myspace.com/sherra1

Biography:
Sherra Blunt was born and raised in San Diego,California (aka) Dago. As a youth she developed her love for Hip-Hop. Sharpening her lyrical blade on the streets of East Dago all her life. Her years of writing spoken poetry lifted more than ones hearts, and her words being truly real and unique have transcended the boundaries of Rhythm and poetry. Her achievements in her life include: Graduating from Barbizon Modeling School in 1986. In 2006-2009 her time was used for three years by taking part in a TV Show called “Tha Gimmie Wreck Show” as a Promoter. Her ear for music is unique and remarkable.

As a Promoter she gave artist that haven’t been heard a chance to be heard, by setting up Performances at local Clubs in the Gaslamp District like Red Circle, Be-Low, Chewies, Sprung Monkey etc. Sherra Blunt even interviewed big Artist on the Show allowing them to show new Artist what to expect in the game how they made it, and what to do to ensure longevity. Artist on the Show include Criket, Spice1, 12 Gauge Shotie, E-40, Keak tha Sneak, Sista Carl, Tha Pack and many more. Now it is Sherra Blunt time for a new Ara in Hip-Hop and to make her words come to life, not just the adults but to get the younger viewers a chance to be apart of the music to.

Genre: Country
Website: http://www.thejoeberryshow.com

Biography:
Joe Berry has been blessed with a few honors since his last news post. On July 18th Joe was presented by Ronnie Campbell on behalf of Tennesse Governor Phil Bredesen a Colonel Aide de Campwhile in concert for The Traditional Country Music Association of The Upstate.

As of July 28th he wil be a performing member of the Traditional Country Opry in Nashville, Tennessee with such artist as JK Coltrain, Dean Holmen, Allen Karl, Bob Harvey and honorary members Stella Parton, Becky Hobbs, Charlie Louvin, Michael Twitty, Johnny Horton Jr. Razzy Bailey,and Randy Hayford. These folks are putting family back in the Opry,keeping the country real,and the dress code enforced.