AirPlay Direct’s Radio Programmers Newsletter for June
Posted on June 6, 2009
AirPlay Direct is pleased to announce our Featured Radio Compilation for the June edition of our Radio Programmers Newsletter, Homegrown Americana Radio Consulting.
A little about Homegrown Americana Radio Consulting:
Homegrown Americana Radio Consulting Inc. is a grassroots organization that specializes in raising the awareness and visibility of the genre of Americana Music around the World. We do this by consulting with radio stations and delivering a strategy to implement the format on a regional basis, as well as producing specialty programming to be syndicated throughout the world. We also consult on Promotions with Americana radio and promote concert events based upon the Americana Music format. Also, through our Radio Sampler, “Homegrown Americana” distributed exclusively through Airplay Direct and available to over 3000 stations world wide……Increasing awareness of the brand Americana Music is foremost in our mission and to the Americana Artist Further information on Homegrown Americana can be found athttp://homegrownamericana.com/
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at http://www.airplaydirect.com/homegrownamericanaVol2
The winner of the AirPlay Direct “All Things DigitalAmericana / Folk / Bluegrass” artist contest is Austin
Collins! 
Without hindsight or regrets, Collins intentionally set out to record his second album differently than his first in order to mark the significant growth in his own musical experience. Spearheading the sophomore effort, producer Will Johnson paints an organic, natural sound that distances itself from Something Better. “On Roses Are Black, I made a conscious effort to have it sound grittier and less polished,” said Collins. This choice has made Roses Are Black into a graceful album with room for Collins’ unique take on the traditional waltzes and serenades.
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at http://www.airplaydirect.com/austincollins
Throughout the months of April and May, AirPlay Direct ran our FREE to enter “All Things Digital Americana / Folk / Bluegrass ” artist contest. The winner Austin Collins will receive the Grand Prize package which will include:
- A professional microphone package from SHURE Microphones (a $1,500 value)
- An EP recording/mixing package for 60 hours of studio time from Blue Seven Audio (a $4,500 value)
- A strategy and branding session, creation of all written Public Relations materials, plus a full 12 week national PR and Media Campaign from The Jayne Gang (a $9,000 value)
- An 8-week radio promotion aimed at R&R and FMQB reporting stations from Artist Airplay Advisors (a $2,500 value)
- A song on The Sin City Social Club Sampler distributed during AMA Conf. and SXSW (a $750 value)
- A custom Website & Myspace design package plus 6 months of hosting from Digital Dreamz (a $2,350 value)
- 8 vocal lessons with celebrity vocal coach Jeannie Deva and a copy of ‘The Contemporary Vocalist’ Series from Jeannie Deva Studios (a $1,000 value)
- A photographic shoot while in Ireland from Ronnie Norton (a $2,000 value)
- A CD review and feature in Lonesome Highway on-line (a $1,000 value)
- A design and promotion package from Kurenza Records (a $1,000 value)
- Professionally manufactured 500 CDs in eco-friendly Digipak that includes everything right down to the barcode and shrinkwrap from Precision Disc (a $1,200 value)
- A song on the upcoming King Easy Radio Sampler which is serviced to over 3000 Americana, Folk, Triple A & College DJs (a $575 value)
- A CD review, interview, and Artist of the Month on Lonesome Highway at www.cmrnashville.net (priceless)
- An interview/review from Americana Rhythm Music Magazine (priceless)
- An interview with Big Kev for WXLV Roots 90.3 “Big Country Revue” radio program (priceless)
- An artist spotlight article for The Alternate Root Online Magazine (priceless)
- A feature taping of the syndicated “Motel Time Again” radio program available exclusively through AirPlay Direct (priceless)
- An Artist Development and Promotion package from Homegrown Americana (a $5,500 value)
- A “Featured Artist” advertising package from AirPlay Direct (a $1,500 value)
The Grand Prize Package is valued at over $35,000…!
A little about SHURE Microphones:
Founded in 1925, SHURE Incorporated www.shure.com is widely acknowledged as the world’s leading manufacturer of microphones and audio electronics. Over the years, the Company has designed and produced many high-quality professional and consumer audio products that have become legendary for performance, reliability, and value. SHURE’s diverse product line includes world-class wired microphones and wireless microphone systems for performers including the legendary 55SH Elvis mic and the industry standard SM58, award-winning earphones and headsets for MP3 players and smart phones, and top-rated phonograph cartridges for professional DJs. Today, SHURE products are the first choice wherever audio performance is a top priority: on concert stages, in recording studios, at radio and television networks, and in public address systems in houses of worship, meeting facilities, and other venues.
A little about Blue Seven Audio:
Blue Seven Audio came about in 2003 as engineer/producer Christopher Scott Cooper realized he needed a high end, acoustically correct space to continue working in. After 13 years working in a large 5 room facility, and unwilling to compromise on acoustics or equipment, he designed and built the studio himself with help from acoustician Michael Blackmer. With a 14×18 control, 14×18 tracking room (designed specifically for drums or ensemble acoustic instruments), and 2 smaller isolation booths (plus one machine room), it is an intimate facility designed for comfort and good sound. The majority of our clientele are repeat customers who like the cozy and no pressure feel of the studio, and the quality of their recordings. Equipped with a Protools HD3 system and Class A outboard gear, and a refurbed DDA console, you get the best of both the analog and digital worlds. Whether it be hard rock, a string quartet, a singer/songwriter, or work on TV/Film scores, Blue Seven Audio provides professional quality recordings and mastering at an affordable rate for the independent artist. http://www.bluesevenaudio.com
A little about The Jayne Gang:
The Jayne Gang is a full service public relations company located in Nashville, Tennessee in the heart of Music Row. Founded by Jayne Rogovin five years ago, this twenty year plus veteran of television news, broadcast journalism, film production, public relations and marketing brings her knowledge and expertise to all facets of your career. The Jayne Gang works with you to deliver customized, creative, and targeted Public Relations and Marketing non-cookie cutter campaigns. Whether it’s complimenting an already existing strategy, or creating a campaign from scratch, The Jayne Gang brings enthusiasm, energy and a take no prisoners attitude while maintaining a high standard of artistic integrity. The Jayne Gang has successfully represented various Americana and Country Artists. Jayne is an active member of the Americana Music Association, NARAS, and The CMA. She is extremely successful at building strategic partnerships and leveraging relationships for her clients. Once a news junkie always a news junkie, Jayne also produces and hosts a weekly radio interview show on WRLT-100.1 Nashville’s coolest independent station. For all your PR and Marketing needs become a part of The Jayne Gang. To reach Jayne jrogovin@bellsouth.net
A little about Artist Airplay Advisors:
Artist Airplay Advisors is the only independent radio promotion company with experience in Broadcast & Internet, Music Distribution, Record Labels, Concert & Club booking, Artist Management, and Grammy affiliation (producers and engineers wing). Our goal for Singer/Songwriters and Bands is first-tier airplay that often starts at Triple-A (Adult Album Alternative, Modern Rock), Americana (Folk Rock, Alt Country), NPR (Eclectic Rock, Folk), and College (Folk, Rock, Metal, Hip-Hop/Rap). While the digital age has made it easier for musicians to self-release their music, we are helping some of them find exposure through radio. Our database tracks the most essential Program Directors, Music Directors, and Editorial decision-makers for major-label-style promotion at economy prices. It’s working! http://www.beanbag1.com/AAA.html “Artist Airplay Advisors have helped us to gain national attention through promoting our first release, “Badlands Trio,” to radio stations across the country. We had Top 20 airplay in less than 2 months!” – Josh Worden, singer/songwriter/guitarist, Badlands Trio
A little about Sin City:
Shilah Morrow has been in the music business for 20 years (15 of which were spent at the Warner Music Group (WEA, Atlantic Records and Giant Records) in sales & marketing. She is currently the President of Sin City Marketing, which was launched during the Americana Music Assoc. conference in 2002 as a retail and lifestyle marketing company with a focus on roots, americana, alt. country and country rock. For the past 5 years Shilah has been at the epicenter of a musical groundswell in Los Angeles, successfully branding Sin City as a musical community for artists and consumers through concert promotion, grass roots marketing, and consulting. The company has now expanded the franchise to include a label, artist management and live concert production.www.sincitysocialclub.com
A little about Digital Dreamz:
Digital Dreamz is a design firm that specializes in music industry. They offer a variety of services to cover all of your needs including website design, social networking, merch design + fulfillment, fan clubs & online community management, print materials and everything in between. Started with the concept that the “Independent Artist” should be able to get the same quality as the major artists. The problem in the past was simply cost! Digital Dreamz has aimed to change that stereotype by offering their “Major Label services at Indie Level prices”. With a very strong foundation in the country music genre they are quickly branching out to make their mark in other areas, already gaining ground in Hip-Hop, R&B and also the Christian genre. At the end of the day Digital Dreamz has put together a package to solve all of your online needs and the end result will be “Music To Your Eyes”. http://www.digital-dreamz.net/
A little about Jeannie Deva:
Jeannie Deva is an international celebrity vocal coach, published author, clinician, recording studio vocal producer, trainer of voice teachers and originator of The Deva Method® – Complete Voice Training for Stage and Studio. Thousands of singers world-wide have been trained by Jeannie and her expanding network of certified Deva Method teachers. Clients: Grammy Award Winner, Aimee Mann, Grammy Nominee Harriet Schock, members of the J. Geils Band, Foghat, #1 Billboard Dance Chart Samantha James, Idol Finalist Mikalah Gordon (#11 of Season 4), Leads in Broadway’s “Wicked” and “Grease”, members of the touring cast of Fame, Dar Williams, Charolote Jorgensen (Dancing with the Stars partner to John Hurley), Singers for Pink, Elton John, Celine Dion, Julio Iglesias and Stevie Wonder. http://www.jeanniedeva.com/
A little about Lonesome Highway:
Lonesome Highway is both an On-Line Roots Americana magazine and a 2 hour weekly “Bluegrass and Beyond” internet radio show on www.cmrnashville.net, Europes top 24/7 internet Country Music station getting over 300,000 unique visitors per month. Lonesome Highway is recorded in Dublin, Ireland and broadcast from London, England on www.cmrnashville.net on Fridays from 4.00pm to 6.00pm and repeated on Saturdays at 4.00am to 6.00am and 8.00pm to 10.00pm all GMT. Presented by multi award winning international photographer and bluegrass guru Ronnie Norton from his base in Dublin it’s fast becoming one of the favourite and most listened to programmes on the station. Lonesome Highway magazine originally a printed Roots Americana free- sheet much sought after by artists and readers alike is now exclusively on- line at www.lonesomehighway.com. It is edited and written by Steve Averill the internationally respected and again multi award winning graphic designer from his studio Four5One in Dublin and whose credits include all the U2 albums and promotional graphics since the band started. His other clients are far too many to mention but include the likes of Elvis Costello, Burt Bacarach and Dierks Bentley. All concert and feature photography is by Ronnie Norton who is also the bluegrass and beyond reviewer.
A little about Kurenza Records:
Kurenza Records is an independent record label located in Enola, PA. Kurenza Records is a label that features country, easy listening & oldies music. We are always looking for new artists that want to get some exposure in the music industry. Kurenza Records will be starting our “Taking it Back” compilation CD which will feature artists from the genres of country, easy listening & oldies music. Kurenza Records brings back the sounds of relaxing, soothing and enjoyable music. Kurenza other division (Kurenza Design Services) offers the aspiring artists many services: cd/dvd duplication, cd labeling &custom made design, Complete artist press kits, Custom made logos, Complete jewel case designs, Digatal photo enhancement and design, and Business cards. All our work is fully guaranteed; your complete satisfaction is our goal. Quality work at quality prices.http://www.kurenzarecords.com/
A little about Precision Disc Manufacturing:
Precision Disc Manufacturing Corp. provides full-service CD and DVD manufacturing, print and eco-packaging for clients throughout North America, and we pride ourselves on having the right fit for their product needs, timeline and budget. We offer a growing line of completely plastic free CD sleeves and CD jackets as well as the ever-popular Digipak. While we’re big enough to handle an order of any size, we’re not so big that you won’t get friendly and personalized service every step of the way! We hope to be of service to so give us a call toll free at 1.866.530.0770 or get an instant on-line quote at www.predisc.com.
A little about The King Easy Radio Sampler:
The King Easy Radio Sampler is a high quality promotional radio company which services great songs to the finest North American DJs in Folk, Americana, A3 Non-Comm, College and Community Radio, including all reporters, and hundreds of non-reporters. King Easy has meticulously assembled over 1100 handpicked folk/roots radio programs in the US and Canada. These DJs and MDs are responsible for spinning some of the finest independent music in North America. And now we are digitally servicing an additional 2000 DJs via AirPlay Direct – for a total of over 3000 DJs! http://www.kingeasyradiosampler.com/
A little about Americana Rhythm Music Magazine:
Launched in August of 2005, Americana Rhythm set out with the mission of gathering, into one place, Americana music, musicians, and music culture, of the Shanandoah Valley of Virginia, Central Virginia, Blue Ridge, Piedmont, The Virginia Highlands, South West Virginia, the West Virginia Panhandle, and points in, around, and in between. http://www.americanarhythm.com/
A little about Big Kev:
Well known and respected in the Americana music field, Kevin “Big Kev” Ploghoft has been in the radio industry for over 20 years and is currently the Talent Coordinator and Content Consultant for WXLV – Roots 90.3 in Schnecksville, Pa., and also serves as Music Director for Regional Roots Radio. Big Kev is the former Music Director of WDVR-FM in Sergeantsville, NJ (2002-2007) and is the Co-Creator, Co-Producer and host of the Living Room Series and the It’s Motel Time Again radio programs that air on numerous stations. Both radio programs are now available exclusively on AirPlay Direct as a “broadcast-quality” download for syndicated programming on your station.
Listen to and download Big Kev’s “broadcast-quality” radio shows at http://www.airplaydirect.com/BigKev
A little about Homegrown Americana Radio Consulting:
Homegrown Americana Radio Consulting Inc. is a grassroots organization that specializes in raising the awareness and visibility of the genre of Americana Music around the World. We do this by consulting with radio stations and delivering a strategy to implement the format on a regional basis, as well as producing specialty programming to be syndicated throughout the world. We also consult on Promotions with Americana radio and promote concert events based upon the Americana Music format. Also, through our Radio Sampler, “Homegrown Americana” distributed exclusively through AirPlay Direct and available to over 3,600 stations world wide……Increasing awareness of the brand Americana Music is foremost in our mission and to the Americana Artist Further information on Homegrown Americana can be found at http://homegrownamericana.com/
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at http://www.airplaydirect.com/homegrownamericanaVol2
A little about AirPlay Direct:
AirPlay Direct www.AirPlayDirect.com is a new revolutionary, efficient and very cost effective way (FREE) to securely deliver your “broadcast-quality” music and electronic press kits to radio programmers and music industry professionals around the world. AirPlay Direct is an easy to use digital file transfer system that was developed to streamline radio / artist promotion activities for today’s music industry. AirPlay Direct’s FREE digital services replace the unnecessary time and expense of putting together and sending out costly traditional artist packages and press kits via snail mail.
AIRPLAY DIRECT’S “EXCLUSIVE” MARQUEE ARTIST FOR JUNE
Clyde Records will digitally deliver this track to radio stations globally and free of charge exclusively through AirPlay Direct. Utilizing digital delivery streamlines the process for all involved and allows Clyde Records to service radio stations around the world in a quick and efficient manner. Radio programmers can listen and then download these songs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at their convenience by visiting http://www.airplaydirect.com/RayStevensiftenpercentisgoodenoughforJesus
AIRPLAY DIRECT’S FEATURED ARTISTS
FOR JUNE 
That instant of discovery – “Where did this come from?” – is what every music fan craves. And while new country duo The Roys are turning heads with their Pedestal debut, those bolt-from-the-blue reactions are the product of a hard-earned education and a lifetime of musical devotion.
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at http://www.airplaydirect.com/theroys
This alt-indie pop siren’s engaging live energy captures you right between the ears with a voice that moves you to stay and listen. Whether its a quirky tune played on an odd 80’s electronic toy autoharp, or the rich layers of melodic guitar,synth & piano weaving through her complex lyrics, her songs always manage to deliver both a classic familiarity and uncharted freshness.
With over 25 songwriting awards and nominations, Casey has written and recorded with such luminaries as multi Gold and Platinum Producer Anthony J Resta (Collective Soul, Shawn Mullins, Duran Duran) Grammy winner Will Ackerman, Peter Gabriels’ Tony Levin, Bryan Carrigan, Chris Fogel & more.
She’s performed at colleges & venues all over the country as well as the following festivals: CMJ, Virgin College Mega Tour, Sundance Film Festival , South Park, London Calling, MMS, MPMF, Head of the Charles Regatta, NACA, COCA, DBMC, Chickfest, Collegefest, Intl. Folk Alliance, NAMM, & DFEST.
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at http://www.airplaydirect.com/CaseyDesmond
Tore Andersen is today one of Norways most prominent country artists. He picked up the guitar at an early age, and turned to country music in his late teens. After touring for a decade with the likes of Ottar “Big Hand” Johansen and Bjoro Haaland (both Norwegian household names), he recorded his debut album, “The Hero In Me”, in Nashville in 1992. That being a contemporary country record, he later has added more of an americana flavour to his music, and his last two solo albums “Tore Andersen”, and the most recent “Right Around The Corner”, mixes traditional country with rock, pop and bluegrass his own unique way.
Tore Andersen has had quite a few of his songs cut by other artists, both in Norway and internationally, and he frequently travels to the US to co-write with the likes of hit-writers Byron Hill and Kathy Louvin. Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at http://www.airplaydirect.com/ToreAndersen
Leading its new generation of artists is a group that appropriately calls itself THIS IS A SHAKEDOWN! Fusing together influences drawn from playing in mostly punk, heavy rock acts and listening to an eclectic range of music from gospel to R&B to hip-hop and underground dance music, THIS IS A SHAKEDOWN! has created its own intoxicating blend of rock instruments and electronics. Its goal above all: to get your blood pumping and your body moving.
“It’s music you can bang to,” says vocalist/guitarist Brandon Zano. “It’s very sexually driven.” Adds bassist Daniel Lee, “There’s definitely a lot of adrenaline.”
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at http://www.airplaydirect.com/tias
American Songwriter Magazine Album Review by Paul Zollo (Conversations With Tom Petty, Songwriters On Songwriting)
“Songs of timeless appeal that shine with the spirit of authentic Americana. Beautiful, compelling melodies with poignant lyrics sung with a sensual, sultry authority that hovers somewhere between Aimee Mann and Chrissie Hynde. Manda’s songs reflect a woman’s perception of love and life, but it’s an empowered vision that shimmers in the tilt of the words and the zen vigor of the vocals. Almost all of the songs are co-written with an assembly of gifted tunesmiths (including Cody LePow and Guy Erez, the producer) but are united by a tender compassion and singular focus. The title song is slinky and arch; it’s funny and mysterious, catchy but not cloying. Manda knows her way around a catchy hook, but does so with genuine heart and no scarcity of soul. Erez’s production and musicianship throughout is solid and ideal – propulsive tapestry drum rhythms underscore rich, real textures of guitars, keys and harmonica. An absolutely stunning cover of Pete Townshend’s “Blue, Red And Grey” is a delightful surprise, a brew of desire, grace and whimsy from an artist whose time has come. This is good, this is now.”
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at http://www.airplaydirect.com/MandaMosher
Drawing on juke-joint blues, swampy-groove country and a lot of rock and roll, with stops in gospel and beat-poet territory along the way, DADDY (Will Kimbrough & Tommy Womack) has been hailed by critics and fans alike for their incendiary live performances and recordings that embrace a wide scope of what’s great about American music. Together, Kimbrough and Womack just click.
Kimbrough’s wide-ranging abilities, sweet and reckless by turns, dovetails with Womack’s slash-and-burn style to produce a sound that is both exciting and heartfelt. Kimbrough (2005 Americana Music Association Instrumentalist of the Year) and Womack (Two-time winner of the Nashville Scene Best Song Award) first came together in 1992 in the bis-quits, who made one impressive guitar-fest record for John Prine’s Oh-Boy! label. They discovered a musical and personal kinship that has continued to grow over the years – which is now DADDY.
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at http://www.airplaydirect.com/DADDYForASecondTime
Vivacious Ashlee Rose, an attractive Texas native, has always been ahead of the curve for her age. Her resume reads like that of a well seasoned veteran as she has performed on the most prestigious stages and music festivals throughout her great region. With ten years of stage experience, this petite blonde entertains crowds both as a dynamic solo acoustic artist or with her high-energy band. She has been well sought after for her alluring stage presence, powerful vocals, gutsy guitar skills and the hearfelt delivery of her brand of roots rock.
To her credit, Ashlee Rose has shared stages with the best of Texas talents such as touring with Susan Gibson, Grammy Award Winner Terri Hendrix, Randy Rogers Band, Cory Morrow, Pat Green, Cross Canadian Ragweed, and many, many others.
Her first full length album, “Iron Roses”, on the TEG Record label, is garnering rave reviews with its eclectic blend of roots driven melodic rock.
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at http://www.airplaydirect.com/AshleeRose
Not your usual band, this father-daughter duo first collaborated 18 years ago when Emily was 4 years old, with the lyrics: “You get the cup and I’ll get the water, you be the Daddy and I’ll be the daughter.” Since then Emily and Scott have worked hard to hone their song-crafting skills.
Scott and Emily’s voices blend magically, with Emily’s rich, comfortable, subtly unique harmonies making every song memorable…songs you’ll find yourself humming even days later.
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at http://www.airplaydirect.com/The15thFloor
Canadian born, Brenda Janz, recently released her first solo album “You Carry Me”. As an immensely gifted singer and passionate communicator she has been an inspiration and blessing to many in concerts and various recordings over the years.
Produced by Philip Janz (Brian Doerksen, Kathryn Scott, Andy Park), these 12 mostly self-penned compositions are sure to bring comfort and encouragement in the midst of everyday ‘life’ challenges with songs like “Mama’s Prayer”, “Solid Ground” and “He carries all my sorrow”.
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at http://www.airplaydirect.com/BrendaJanz
Listen to and download “broadcast-quality” tracks at http://www.airplaydirect.com/ClayDuBose
Tall, broad-shouldered and clear-eyed, Stephen Dale commands the stage with the confidence and sure-footedness of the construction worker and horse trainer he once was. He seems born to the spotlight. But that’s not the way his story unfolds. In 2005, when Dale was working construction in western Pennsylvania, something transformative happened. He and a friend were in his truck when Dale absent-mindedly began singing along with the radio. His friend was amazed at what he heard. He was so moved by Dale’s vocal power that he pleaded with him to sing for other people-to take his talent to the stage.Dale found a vocal coach, Jan Smith, in Atlanta, of all places, and began driving back and forth from Pennsylvania to Georgia “two or three times a month” for lessons. “Along the way,” he continues, “I would hit every open mic night I could find.” Later, Dale persuaded Smith to help him produce his first and current album, Longshot.
In 2008, Dale moved to a ranch at Hurricane Mills a few miles west of Nashville. Although he’s a fairly new face on the horizon, he’s making fans fast. He’s been profiled in Country Weekly, America’s foremost country music magazine. The publication also offered a song from Longshot as a free download. Recently, Dale headlined a songwriter’s night at the legendary Nashville Palace-and absolutely wowed the crowd.
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