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LOS ANGELES - Renman Music & Business, the music industry mentoring website founded by longtime industry veteran Steve Rennie (aka "Renman"), will broadcast the next episode of its Renman Live web show on Wednesday, October 29 at 10:00 a.m. PDT / 1:00 p.m. EDT with special guest, President/CEO of UMG Distribution Jim Urie. Tune in live on Renmanmb.com at: http://www.renmanmb.com/live/renman-live-with-jim-urie-president-ceo-umg-distribution to find out what happens after you've made that great music and what it really takes to get your music in the marketplace.

Ahead of its release on October 27th through Killing Moon, Honours’ ‘Bulletproof’ has been given the remix treatment by melodic Midlands producer FTSE. The blissed out electronic rework has just premiered at Hilly Dilly, who said, “Hefty bass elements, coiling vocal cuts, and euphoric synths typify the rendition and give it a pristine identity… [FTSE] acknowledges the original vocals and leaves them unaltered, but what he craftily adds are echoed, choir-like background harmonies that further bolster the exhilaration of the piece. The result is wholly intricate, and though it’s labelled as a remix, FTSE has without a doubt taken a step further with the ingenious inclusions—giving it a signature touch that’s incomparable.”

(Daytona Beach, FL) - Punk band Bad Luck has announced a string of holiday dates with the Augusta, GA group VEARA. The nine date tour starts on December 5th in VEARA's hometown and will see the support of Stages and Stereos and Microwave on a few shows.

The singer and songwriter known as Devon Diep has released her latest video single, “Ain't That a B-tch!” The video has been distributed to every major site at which official music videos are debuted (link supplied below). Stylish, danceable, sexy and fun, “Ain't That a B-tch!” by Devon Diep is a video listeners of any music genre are sure to be attracted to.

The singer and songwriter known as LJ Bey has released his latest EP, “Black Rose.” The album is composed of six original tracks for an approximate total listening time of 23 minutes, making for a satisfying and comprehensive introduction to this performer from Benicia, CA. It has been proudly published on the Elite House LLC independent music label without financial support from the multinational, corporate music industry. Smooth, stylish, and strikingly classy, “Black Rose” is a romance-filled record any fan of pop, hip hop, R 'n' B or soul can get into.

The rapper from Chicago known as Chrono has released his latest hip-hop single, “All We Do.” The track has been released in both a definitive version and one edited for public radio, both of which are available to the public online. It has been proudly published on the Laconic Music Group independent record label. Rowdy, aggressive, and full of thumping, pounding bass, “All We Do” is evidence that Chrono is a name to watch in the global hip-hop underground.

Do you have to be 19 and able to twerk in a bikini to receive recognition as a female musician these days?

Connection. It’s at the core of Noise4Good, the first crowd-funding platform that connects musicians and their fans with causes they are passionate about. Noise4Good takes the power of music to move people, enabling charities to interact with musicians and their fan bases to raise funds and engage with donors, turning any social cause into a music experience and caring into action. 

October 23, 2014-Peoria, IL- Up and coming hip-hop producer K. Tha Producer announces the release of her debut single, “Drop It (Twerk Party)” on soundcloud and audiomack.com.

The Christian songwriters from Concord, CA known as Tyde Moore have released their latest EP record, “Edifier.” The record contains five original tracks for an approximate total listening time of 18 minutes. It has been proudly published as an independent release without the support of the corporate music infrastructure, and has an official drop date of 28 October 2014. In addition to the considerable talents of core members David Andrew Moore and Krista Tyde Moore, “Edifier” also features the talents of popular musician and songwriter, Nathan Brumley. Touching, uplifting, and full of rhythm and groove, “Edifier” by Tyde Moore is a Christian pop album which does much more than merely 'pop!'

The metalcore music crew from Toulon, France known as Over the Reason have released their latest LP record, “Qualms of Reality.” The record is composed of nine original tracks for an approximate total listening time of 50 minutes, making for a roundly comprehensive introduction to this heavy-hitting rock group for fans of the genre not yet acquainted with their brand of sonic violence. Grating, explosive, vitriolic and as dark as ocean trenches, “Qualms of Reality” by Over the Reason is the latest evidence that France has one of the most thriving metal scenes in the world today.

The pop singer and songwriter known as Larisa Gosla has released her debut EP record, “Suddenly.” The record contains six original tracks for an approximate total listening time of 25 minutes. It has been proudly published as an independent release without the support of the corporate music industry. Upbeat, pretty, and bursting with creative colors and sonic textures, “Suddenly” by Larisa Gosla is one of the most intriguing and unique records to drop in 2014.

One-man a cappella vocalist and video producer Peter Hollens has been releasing videos on YouTube for over three years to overwhelming feedback. His videos have over 71 million views and his YouTube channel has 800,000-plus subscribers. Needless to say, it’s been a long time coming for this talent and his loyal following - on October 27, Hollens releases his self-titled debut album on Portrait/Sony Music Masterworks.

Doors Open at 7pm Tuesday November 18th at The Echoplex in Los Angeles; Proceeds to Benefit Moms Demand Action For Gun Sense in America and Everytown for Gun Safety

New Single, "I Must Be Alive," Lands At Radio Today

Platinum artist Gregory Abbott is known for his classic mega hit "Shake You Down" which blazed music charts around the globe. For those not familiar with Abbott, his is a unique timeless blend of Pop/R&B with a splash of Caribbean.

Genre mashing music producer Audnoyz releases third album, Audnoyz Project Vol 3 on the Atwood Media label.

Florida based rapper and hip-hop heavyweight Terock has today released his brand new surefire club hit single‘HNIC’ via his own label Arrogant Minds Entertainment, which is available now on iTunes and through all digital retailers.

Singer-songwriter, and Producer Jonny Diina Launches New Rock Band Some Spirit

LOS ANGELES, CA (October 21, 2014) – And, so it begins...Some Spirit, the hottest Los Angeles based, alternative-rock band catching fire will be releasing their debut EP titled “Begin” on All Saints Day, November 1st. Some Spirit’s haunting and glorious melodies with breath-taking hypnotic rock sounds are winning over fans. Definitely not bubblegum pop, “Begin” tackles all things related to love, death and the afterlife. Questioning the meaning of existence, facing personal and internal conflicts, and feeling ominous passion are all introduced in Some Spirit’s “Begin” EP.

SEATTLE, WA - The Classic Crime has teamed up with AbsolutePunk.net to stream a 'revisited' version of "The Coldest Heart," taken from the band's upcoming anniversary album, What Was Done, Vol. 1: A Decade Revisited. Stream "The Coldest Heart" at: http://absolutepunk.net/showthread.php?t=3710967.