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International Phenomenon Susan Boyle To Perform Live In Toronto
The singing sensation who captured the attention and hearts of the world with her incredible voice will be sharing her gift with Canada. Susan Boyle of Britain's Got Talent fame will be appearing in Toronto on November 26, 2009 for a rare performance at First Canadian Place in Toronto. In her only Canadian appearance of 2009, Susan will be singing selections from her debut album 'I Dreamed a Dream' at the Waterfall Stage at 12:15pm followed by an autograph signing of her CD. The event is presented by HMV and 98.1 CHFI.
Susan made Internet history and became an instant star with over 300 million hits on YouTube of her first audition on the hit show Britain's Got Talent. Susan wowed audiences across the globe since the show's finale in May, 2009 and the world followed her since and awaited her next move.
'I Dreamed a Dream', the album, features Susan's signature songs "I Dreamed a Dream" and "Cry me a River," the album also includes a haunting rendition of Rolling Stones "Wild Horses," Madonna's "You'll See," The Monkees "Daydream Believer" and "Who I Was Born To Be," an original recording written specially for Susan. 'I Dreamed a Dream' is available Monday, November 23, 2009.
Official website: www.susanboylemusic.com
Susan made Internet history and became an instant star with over 300 million hits on YouTube of her first audition on the hit show Britain's Got Talent. Susan wowed audiences across the globe since the show's finale in May, 2009 and the world followed her since and awaited her next move.
'I Dreamed a Dream', the album, features Susan's signature songs "I Dreamed a Dream" and "Cry me a River," the album also includes a haunting rendition of Rolling Stones "Wild Horses," Madonna's "You'll See," The Monkees "Daydream Believer" and "Who I Was Born To Be," an original recording written specially for Susan. 'I Dreamed a Dream' is available Monday, November 23, 2009.
Official website: www.susanboylemusic.com
Theo Tams And Ali Slaight Collaborate For War Child Canada
Young Canadian singer-songwriters Theo Tams and Ali Slaight have collaborated on a Christmas charity single in support of War Child Canada. The single was recorded this past October and mixed by Vic Florencia; it is a contemporary take on the classic Christmas carol, "Do You Hear What I Hear?". The single will be available digitally November 10, 2009. The net proceeds from its sales, until March 31, 2010, will go to War Child Canada.
Both Theo Tams and Ali Slaight are enthusiastic supporters of War Child Canada. Ali visited Ugranda this summer with the organization and Theo took part in their charity event earlier this year in Toronto, Busking For Change.
War Child Canada is an award-winning Canadian charity dedicated to providing opportunities and long-term solutions for war-effected children, focusing on education, strengthening children's rights, reducing poverty and fostering self reliance. For more information about War Child Canada, please visit www.warchild.ca.
Official website: www.theotams.com
Both Theo Tams and Ali Slaight are enthusiastic supporters of War Child Canada. Ali visited Ugranda this summer with the organization and Theo took part in their charity event earlier this year in Toronto, Busking For Change.
War Child Canada is an award-winning Canadian charity dedicated to providing opportunities and long-term solutions for war-effected children, focusing on education, strengthening children's rights, reducing poverty and fostering self reliance. For more information about War Child Canada, please visit www.warchild.ca.
Official website: www.theotams.com
Adam Lambert Releases Debut Album 'For Your Entertainment'
Ultra-glam, rock superstar Adam Lambert has America hooked and is now set to release his highly anticipated debut album 'For Your Entertainment' on Monday, November 23, 2009. The record includes contributions from innovative artists like Lady Gaga, Pink, Muse, Justin Hawkins and Weezer's Rivers Cuomo.
Lambert's first single 'For Your Entertainment' was debuted on Ryan Seacrest's radio show on October 30. The song is written by Claude Kelly and Dr.Luke and produced by Dr.Luke. Both artists have worked with popular music artists like Britney Spears, Katy Perry, Avril Lavigne and Flo Rida.
Clearly, Lambert's working with the hottest artists in the music business. Lady Gaga and Pink co-wrote the respective tracks "Fever" and "Whataya Want From Me."
Some other stellar names featured in the credits on Adam's debut release are rock goddess Linda Perry, responsible for hits like Christina Aguilera's "Beautiful", and Ryan Tedder of One Republic whose credits include "Bleeding Love" for Leona Lewis and "Halo" for Beyonce.
Adam co-wrote four songs on his album - "Pick you Up" with Rivers Cuomo and Greg Wells, "Strut" with Wells and Kara DioGuardi, "Aftermath" with Alisan Porter, Ferras and Ely Rise, and "Broken Open" with Wells and Evan Bogart.
Adam Lambert is working with the best of the producers as well. A-list producer Rob Cavallo who has worked with bands like Green Day, My Chemical Romance and Paramore, produced four tracks on 'For Your Entertainment.'
A day before his first album's release, Adam Lambert will sing the title track on television for the first time, on "The American Music Awards" on ABC-TV on Sunday, November 22. He will also give a special live concert performance on ABC-TV's "Good Morning America" on Wednesday, November 25.
Track Listing:
1. Music Again
2. For Your Entertainment
3. Whataya Want From Me
4. Strut
5. Soaked
6. Sure Fire Winners
7. A Loaded Smile
8. If I had you
9. Pick U Up
10. Fever
11. Sleepwalker
12. Aftermath
13. Broken Open
14. Time for Miracles (Bonus Track)
Official website: www.adamofficial.com
Lambert's first single 'For Your Entertainment' was debuted on Ryan Seacrest's radio show on October 30. The song is written by Claude Kelly and Dr.Luke and produced by Dr.Luke. Both artists have worked with popular music artists like Britney Spears, Katy Perry, Avril Lavigne and Flo Rida.
Clearly, Lambert's working with the hottest artists in the music business. Lady Gaga and Pink co-wrote the respective tracks "Fever" and "Whataya Want From Me."
Some other stellar names featured in the credits on Adam's debut release are rock goddess Linda Perry, responsible for hits like Christina Aguilera's "Beautiful", and Ryan Tedder of One Republic whose credits include "Bleeding Love" for Leona Lewis and "Halo" for Beyonce.
Adam co-wrote four songs on his album - "Pick you Up" with Rivers Cuomo and Greg Wells, "Strut" with Wells and Kara DioGuardi, "Aftermath" with Alisan Porter, Ferras and Ely Rise, and "Broken Open" with Wells and Evan Bogart.
Adam Lambert is working with the best of the producers as well. A-list producer Rob Cavallo who has worked with bands like Green Day, My Chemical Romance and Paramore, produced four tracks on 'For Your Entertainment.'
A day before his first album's release, Adam Lambert will sing the title track on television for the first time, on "The American Music Awards" on ABC-TV on Sunday, November 22. He will also give a special live concert performance on ABC-TV's "Good Morning America" on Wednesday, November 25.
Track Listing:
1. Music Again
2. For Your Entertainment
3. Whataya Want From Me
4. Strut
5. Soaked
6. Sure Fire Winners
7. A Loaded Smile
8. If I had you
9. Pick U Up
10. Fever
11. Sleepwalker
12. Aftermath
13. Broken Open
14. Time for Miracles (Bonus Track)
Official website: www.adamofficial.com
New Lilith Fair Website Launched
A brand new website has been launched revealing the first round of cities for the 2010 tour of Lilith Fair! This website offers a new-look at Lilith a decade later, as well as the first set of cities that the festival is scheduled to hit, including New York, Vancouver, Toronto, London and more!
Nettwerk CEO and Lilith Fair co-founder, Terry McBride, announced October 27, 2009 on twitter that the all female festival will return in the 2010! "I can't reveal anything further now," says McBride, "but I can assure fans that we have some exciting announcements over the course of the following weeks, from confirmed artists to additional cities to innovative social initiatives. Lilith 2010 is very much upon us."
Promising to be much bigger than what it once was, Lilith will be traveling for the first time across seas to mix music and creativity with new and old talents. This energy is captured on the newly designed site with help from Vancouver's Traction Creative, and truly expresses the new Lilith image.
From 1997 through 1999, Lilith Fair was one of the highest grossing touring festivals in the world, with over 1.5 million fans in attendance and raising over $10 million dollars for national and local charities. Founded by Grammy-award winning artist Sarah McLachlan along with Dan Fraser, Marty Diamond and Terry McBride, Lilith Fair was the only tour of its kind—a celebration of women in music featuring artists like Sheryl Crow, Christina Aguilera, Erykah Badu, The Dixie Chicks, Missy Elliot, The Pretenders, Nelly Furtado, Jewel, Queen Latifah, Indigo Girls, Tegan and Sara and of course, Sarah McLachlan.
For a full list of cities and artists performing at Lilith Fair click here!
Nettwerk CEO and Lilith Fair co-founder, Terry McBride, announced October 27, 2009 on twitter that the all female festival will return in the 2010! "I can't reveal anything further now," says McBride, "but I can assure fans that we have some exciting announcements over the course of the following weeks, from confirmed artists to additional cities to innovative social initiatives. Lilith 2010 is very much upon us."
Promising to be much bigger than what it once was, Lilith will be traveling for the first time across seas to mix music and creativity with new and old talents. This energy is captured on the newly designed site with help from Vancouver's Traction Creative, and truly expresses the new Lilith image.
From 1997 through 1999, Lilith Fair was one of the highest grossing touring festivals in the world, with over 1.5 million fans in attendance and raising over $10 million dollars for national and local charities. Founded by Grammy-award winning artist Sarah McLachlan along with Dan Fraser, Marty Diamond and Terry McBride, Lilith Fair was the only tour of its kind—a celebration of women in music featuring artists like Sheryl Crow, Christina Aguilera, Erykah Badu, The Dixie Chicks, Missy Elliot, The Pretenders, Nelly Furtado, Jewel, Queen Latifah, Indigo Girls, Tegan and Sara and of course, Sarah McLachlan.
For a full list of cities and artists performing at Lilith Fair click here!
Il Divo Release New CD/DVD 'An Evening with Il Divo - Live In Barcelona'
Il Divo is set to release 'An Evening With Il Divo - Live In Barcelona' on Tuesday, December 1, 2009. This 10-track CD with accompanying DVD includes repertoire from their largest capacity show in Europe and took place in Palau Sant Jodi, on April 3, 2009.
Following Il Divo's largest tour to date, which spanned over 81 cities and 32 countries, the CD promises sublime songs from their five studio albums and features tracks from their latest album 'The Promise.' The LP debuted at number No.1 in nine countries and sold over 3 million copies worldwide in just over two months, including 200,000 in Canada.
The DVD covers the best of their Barcelona show in both Spanish and English and features insightful behind-the-scenes commentary along with a "making of the tour" interview with Il Divo. Staged by creative director William Baker, best known for his work on the Kylie Minogue tour, the DVD offers fans to experience the breathtaking show, from the comfort of their couches.
The tour kicked off in Manchester, U.K. and traveled through Europe, South America, Australia, Asia, and then back to North America. This tour also included cross-Canada shows with the same spectacular set up.
Il Divo will finish the year playing a series of intimate shows 'Celebrate Christmas With Il Divo', which makes its Canadian stop in Toronto on December 11 at Roy Thomson Hall. This show will be the first time Il Divo have performed Christmas repertoire for a concert audience.
Track listing:
1. Unbreak My Heart
2. Unchained Melody
3. La Promessa
4. Adagio
5. Somewhere
6. Nights in White Satin
7. Without You
8. Hallelujah
9. Amazing Grace
10. My Way
DVD:
Somewhere
Unbreak My Heart (Regresa A Mi)
La Promessa
Angelina
Isabel
Bridge Over Troubled Water
She
Passera
Unchained Melody (Senza Catene)
Mama
Nights In White Satin (Notte Di Luce)
The Winner Takes It All (Va Toda Al Ganador)
Without You (Desde El Dia Que Te Fuiste)
Pour Que Tu M'Aimes Encore
Everytime I Look At You
Hallelujah (Aleluya)
Adagio
La Vida Sin Amor
Caruso
The Power Of Love (La Fuerza Mayor)
My Way (A Mi Manera)
Amazing Grace
The Impossible Dream
Official website: www.ildivo.com
Following Il Divo's largest tour to date, which spanned over 81 cities and 32 countries, the CD promises sublime songs from their five studio albums and features tracks from their latest album 'The Promise.' The LP debuted at number No.1 in nine countries and sold over 3 million copies worldwide in just over two months, including 200,000 in Canada.
The DVD covers the best of their Barcelona show in both Spanish and English and features insightful behind-the-scenes commentary along with a "making of the tour" interview with Il Divo. Staged by creative director William Baker, best known for his work on the Kylie Minogue tour, the DVD offers fans to experience the breathtaking show, from the comfort of their couches.
The tour kicked off in Manchester, U.K. and traveled through Europe, South America, Australia, Asia, and then back to North America. This tour also included cross-Canada shows with the same spectacular set up.
Il Divo will finish the year playing a series of intimate shows 'Celebrate Christmas With Il Divo', which makes its Canadian stop in Toronto on December 11 at Roy Thomson Hall. This show will be the first time Il Divo have performed Christmas repertoire for a concert audience.
Track listing:
1. Unbreak My Heart
2. Unchained Melody
3. La Promessa
4. Adagio
5. Somewhere
6. Nights in White Satin
7. Without You
8. Hallelujah
9. Amazing Grace
10. My Way
DVD:
Somewhere
Unbreak My Heart (Regresa A Mi)
La Promessa
Angelina
Isabel
Bridge Over Troubled Water
She
Passera
Unchained Melody (Senza Catene)
Mama
Nights In White Satin (Notte Di Luce)
The Winner Takes It All (Va Toda Al Ganador)
Without You (Desde El Dia Que Te Fuiste)
Pour Que Tu M'Aimes Encore
Everytime I Look At You
Hallelujah (Aleluya)
Adagio
La Vida Sin Amor
Caruso
The Power Of Love (La Fuerza Mayor)
My Way (A Mi Manera)
Amazing Grace
The Impossible Dream
Official website: www.ildivo.com
The Priests Set To Release New Album 'Harmony'
The Priests, the singing trio who broke the Guinness world record last year for the fastest selling classical debut album, are set to release their second album entitled 'Harmony' which will feature tracks such as "The Lord's Prayer" and "Amazing Grace". The album is scheduled to be released on November 23, 2009.
Since signing the £ 1 million global contract on the steps of Westminster Cathedral in April 2008, the Priests have enjoyed phenomenal worldwide success. The release of their first album, 'The Priests', resulted in a nomination for a Classical Brit Award.
The full time Priests and part time pop stars, brothers Fathers Martin and Eugene O'Hagan and Father David Delargy, have performed live shows in Australia, the UK, America, Canada and Ireland. They have also performed for dignitaries such as The President of Ireland, The Prince of Wales, The Duchess of Cornwall and Her Majesty The Queen. They have been featured in some of the world's largest publications, including Time Magazine and The Washington Post, and have appeared on major television shows across the world. The trio made several memorable trips to Canada for the launch of their debut album including a performance at St Paul's Basilica, Toronto. Their upcoming album, 'Harmony' proves once again that talent is their most enduring feature.
Official website: www.thepriests.com
Since signing the £ 1 million global contract on the steps of Westminster Cathedral in April 2008, the Priests have enjoyed phenomenal worldwide success. The release of their first album, 'The Priests', resulted in a nomination for a Classical Brit Award.
The full time Priests and part time pop stars, brothers Fathers Martin and Eugene O'Hagan and Father David Delargy, have performed live shows in Australia, the UK, America, Canada and Ireland. They have also performed for dignitaries such as The President of Ireland, The Prince of Wales, The Duchess of Cornwall and Her Majesty The Queen. They have been featured in some of the world's largest publications, including Time Magazine and The Washington Post, and have appeared on major television shows across the world. The trio made several memorable trips to Canada for the launch of their debut album including a performance at St Paul's Basilica, Toronto. Their upcoming album, 'Harmony' proves once again that talent is their most enduring feature.
Official website: www.thepriests.com
illScarlett Embark On A Cross-Canada Tour
illScarlett is set to hit the road on Thursday, November 26 embarking on a cross-Canada tour in support of their new album '1UP!'.
After opening for the Blink 182 Reunion Tour this past summer, illScarlett has been crisscrossing the US, supporting Pepper and Big D and the Kids Table.
Lead singer Alex Norman comments, "The U.S. tour was an eye opener. It has been a long, long time since we have gone into a room full of people who have never seen us perform. Maybe Japan last fall, but we blew the roof off at every show!!!!!"
With a Canadian tour hiatus while playing the U.S., illScarlett has left their Canadian following waiting in anticipation. Playing a special show on Saturday, December 5 alongside Weezer at Toronto's Air Canada Centre, illScarlett is bound to not disappoint. With more than 60,000 albums sold, illScarlett has set the stage for a great Canadian tour!
illScarlett w/US Canadian Tour dates:
Thursday, November 26 - Gotcha Niteclub, Kelowna
Friday, November 27 - Commodore Ballroom, Vancouver
Sunday, November 29 - Queens, Nanaimo
Monday, November 30 - Element, Victoria
Wednesday, December 2 - The Gateway, SAIT, Calgary
Thursday, December 3 - Starlite Room, Edmonton
Friday, December 4 - Starlite Room, Edmonton
Saturday, December 5 - Air Canada Center, Toronto w/ Weezer
Monday, December 7 - Better Than Freds, Grand Prairie
Wednesday, December 9 - Louis, Saskatoon
Friday, December 11 - Garrick, Winnipeg
Saturday, December 12 - The Roxy, Thunder Bay
Wednesday December 16 - Foundation, Barr
Official website: www.illscarlett.com
After opening for the Blink 182 Reunion Tour this past summer, illScarlett has been crisscrossing the US, supporting Pepper and Big D and the Kids Table.
Lead singer Alex Norman comments, "The U.S. tour was an eye opener. It has been a long, long time since we have gone into a room full of people who have never seen us perform. Maybe Japan last fall, but we blew the roof off at every show!!!!!"
With a Canadian tour hiatus while playing the U.S., illScarlett has left their Canadian following waiting in anticipation. Playing a special show on Saturday, December 5 alongside Weezer at Toronto's Air Canada Centre, illScarlett is bound to not disappoint. With more than 60,000 albums sold, illScarlett has set the stage for a great Canadian tour!
illScarlett w/US Canadian Tour dates:
Thursday, November 26 - Gotcha Niteclub, Kelowna
Friday, November 27 - Commodore Ballroom, Vancouver
Sunday, November 29 - Queens, Nanaimo
Monday, November 30 - Element, Victoria
Wednesday, December 2 - The Gateway, SAIT, Calgary
Thursday, December 3 - Starlite Room, Edmonton
Friday, December 4 - Starlite Room, Edmonton
Saturday, December 5 - Air Canada Center, Toronto w/ Weezer
Monday, December 7 - Better Than Freds, Grand Prairie
Wednesday, December 9 - Louis, Saskatoon
Friday, December 11 - Garrick, Winnipeg
Saturday, December 12 - The Roxy, Thunder Bay
Wednesday December 16 - Foundation, Barr
Official website: www.illscarlett.com
P!nk Releases DVD With Bonus CD
It has just been announced that P!nk has released a new Funhouse tour DVD with a bonus CD! 'Funhouse Tour Live In Australia' features P!nk performing her chart topping hits from the past decade, as well as songs off her fifth studio album 'Funhouse' that has sold over five million copies worldwide.
Filmed entirely in HD, the DVD is set in Australia where P!nk performed a record-breaking 60 sold-out concerts! The bonus CD, which is limited to the DVD set, features P!nk's handpicked tour favorites and a previously unreleased recording of "Push You Away."
The Chicago Tribune comments on P!nk's ability to put on a jaw-dropping show that is featured on the new DVD, "...Pink knows how to challenge, titillate, lure and wow the crowd...Pink combines showmanship with her powerhouse vocals, for an evening worth the price of admission."
'Funhouse Tour Live In Australia', also be available in Blue-ray, is set for release on Tuesday, December 8, 2009.
Official website: www.pinkspage.com
Filmed entirely in HD, the DVD is set in Australia where P!nk performed a record-breaking 60 sold-out concerts! The bonus CD, which is limited to the DVD set, features P!nk's handpicked tour favorites and a previously unreleased recording of "Push You Away."
The Chicago Tribune comments on P!nk's ability to put on a jaw-dropping show that is featured on the new DVD, "...Pink knows how to challenge, titillate, lure and wow the crowd...Pink combines showmanship with her powerhouse vocals, for an evening worth the price of admission."
'Funhouse Tour Live In Australia', also be available in Blue-ray, is set for release on Tuesday, December 8, 2009.
Official website: www.pinkspage.com
jacksoul Set To Release New Album 'SOULmate'
Juno Award winning R&B/Soul artist jacksoul, led by Haydain Neale, returns with 'SOULmate', a collection of songs that tell of love, hope and endurance, set to his trademark beats. With hits like "Can't Stop" and "Still Believe in Love", jacksoul has been internationally heralded as an artist that delivers soul stirring music.
On November 3, 2009, "Lonesome Highway", the first single from jacksoul in over 3 years, will be available for purchase on iTunes. The lyrics are powerful and reflect the incredible path that Haydain's life has taken in the last two years. His legendary voice has been missing from the Canadian music scene since a serious motor accident in the summer of 2007, but Haydain's strength and perseverance during his recovery have been moving and inspiring.
Executive produced by Haydain and his wife, Michaela Neale, 'SOULmate' is the fifth release from jacksoul, comprised of ten new tracks written before Haydain's accident, and is set to be released on Tuesday, December 1, 2009.
All proceeds from the sale of 'SOULmate' will go to the Haydain Neale Family Trust.
Further details can be found at www.jacksoul.com.
Official website: jacksoul.com
On November 3, 2009, "Lonesome Highway", the first single from jacksoul in over 3 years, will be available for purchase on iTunes. The lyrics are powerful and reflect the incredible path that Haydain's life has taken in the last two years. His legendary voice has been missing from the Canadian music scene since a serious motor accident in the summer of 2007, but Haydain's strength and perseverance during his recovery have been moving and inspiring.
Executive produced by Haydain and his wife, Michaela Neale, 'SOULmate' is the fifth release from jacksoul, comprised of ten new tracks written before Haydain's accident, and is set to be released on Tuesday, December 1, 2009.
All proceeds from the sale of 'SOULmate' will go to the Haydain Neale Family Trust.
Further details can be found at www.jacksoul.com.
Official website: jacksoul.com
Carrie Underwood To Star In Her Own Holiday Television Special
Carrie Underwood is set to star in her own variety television special that airs December, 7 2009 on FOX at 8:00PM ET! During this two-hour holiday special, Carrie Underwood will perform music off of her new album 'Play On', as well as previous holiday classics and duets with chart-toppers including Dolly Parton, Brad Paisley and David Cook!
Her newest album will be released November, 3 2009 on 19 Recordings/Artista Nashville, and the first single, "Cowboy Casanova" is the fasting-rising hit on country radio this year. Carrie Underwood is the first country artist in history to have 10 #1 singles from her first two solo albums, and the best-selling American Idol artist to date.
Official website: www.carrieunderwoodofficial.com
Her newest album will be released November, 3 2009 on 19 Recordings/Artista Nashville, and the first single, "Cowboy Casanova" is the fasting-rising hit on country radio this year. Carrie Underwood is the first country artist in history to have 10 #1 singles from her first two solo albums, and the best-selling American Idol artist to date.
Official website: www.carrieunderwoodofficial.com
John Mayer Tickets For Toronto Performance On Sale Today
Tickets for John Mayer's performance at The Sound Academy in Toronto on Tuesday, November 24 are on sale today, available exclusively to members of Mayer's fan club The Local 83 before the general onsale. If any tickets remain, they will be available for public sale tomorrow, October 24 at 12:00 p.m. ET through Ticketmaster.ca.
In addition, Sympatico is giving away ten pairs of tickets to the show along with five VIP packages that include a meet and greet with John Mayer. To enter for your chance to win, go to www.inmusic.ca!
To purchase tickets online today, visit www.local-83.com.
Official website: www.johnmayer.com
In addition, Sympatico is giving away ten pairs of tickets to the show along with five VIP packages that include a meet and greet with John Mayer. To enter for your chance to win, go to www.inmusic.ca!
To purchase tickets online today, visit www.local-83.com.
Official website: www.johnmayer.com
Leonard Cohen Live At The Isle Of Wight 1970, Available Now
600,000 people were in awe as the iconic folksinger-songwriter-poet-novelist Leonard Cohen gave the performance of a lifetime during the Isle of Wight Festival in 1970. The beautiful new film by director Murray Lerner pairs the breathtaking performance by Cohen with interviews of festival attendees and musicians Joan Baez, Kris Kristofferson and Judy Collins, as well as a look at the atmosphere of the weekend-long festival.
The accompanying CD includes the complete audio of Cohen's performance: 14 previously unreleased songs, plus the poetry, stories and musings that tamed and awed the incendiary crowd.
This package is available in three formats; DVD/CD, Vinyl Double-LP and Blu-ray DVD. The DVD/CD contains the new documentary by Lerner along with the full performance on CD and the Vinyl Double-LP contains the entire performance on 180 gram audiophile vinyl.
Leonard Cohen Live At The Isle Of Wight 1970 is available in stores and online now. For a full track listing and purchase details, visit www.leonard-cohen.com.
Official website: www.leonardcohen.com
The accompanying CD includes the complete audio of Cohen's performance: 14 previously unreleased songs, plus the poetry, stories and musings that tamed and awed the incendiary crowd.
This package is available in three formats; DVD/CD, Vinyl Double-LP and Blu-ray DVD. The DVD/CD contains the new documentary by Lerner along with the full performance on CD and the Vinyl Double-LP contains the entire performance on 180 gram audiophile vinyl.
Leonard Cohen Live At The Isle Of Wight 1970 is available in stores and online now. For a full track listing and purchase details, visit www.leonard-cohen.com.
Official website: www.leonardcohen.com
Video For Adam Lambert's "Time For Miracles" From Roland Emmerich's '2012' Premieres Exclusively On MySpace
The music video for Adam Lambert's single "Time For Miracles" from Columbia Picture's highly anticipated film '2012' is now available to watch exclusively on MySpace and to purchase on iTunes!
Commenting on Adam Lambert's upcoming album, president of Worldwide Music and Sony Pictures Entertainment, Lia Vollack hails the video as "remarkable" and "a great companion to Roland Emmerich's film."
The film is directed by Roland Emmerich and written by Roland Emmerich & Harald Kloser. Producers are Harald Kloser, Mark Gordon, and Larry Franco. '2012' opens in theaters nationwide on November 13, 2009.
Adam Lambert is currently in the studio working on his first album with 19 Recordings/RCA Records, to be released in November 2009.
Commenting on Adam Lambert's upcoming album, president of Worldwide Music and Sony Pictures Entertainment, Lia Vollack hails the video as "remarkable" and "a great companion to Roland Emmerich's film."
The film is directed by Roland Emmerich and written by Roland Emmerich & Harald Kloser. Producers are Harald Kloser, Mark Gordon, and Larry Franco. '2012' opens in theaters nationwide on November 13, 2009.
Adam Lambert is currently in the studio working on his first album with 19 Recordings/RCA Records, to be released in November 2009.
John Mayer Set To Play Toronto On November 24, 2009
Seven-time Grammy Award winning musician, John Mayer, will perform at The Sound Academy in Toronto on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 to celebrate the release of 'Battle Studies', his first studio album in three years! The special event is presented exclusively by Sympatico.ca and will be taped to air online in the new year.
'Battle Studies', scheduled to be released on November 17, 2009 will be John Mayer's fourth studio album. The album was co-produced by John Mayer and Steve Jordan and debuts three years after his critically acclaimed 2006 album, 'Continuum'. The album incorporates 70's and 80's California rock/pop influences and includes a collaboration with pop music sensation Taylor Swift, on the track "Half of My Heart."
Tickets for the live performance will be made available exclusively to members of John Mayer's official fan club, The Local 83 Listeners Union, on October 23, 24 hours before the general onsale. If any tickets remain, they will be available for public sale on October 24 at 12:00 p.m. ET via paperless ticketing at Ticketmaster.ca. To ensure that the tickets remain in the hands of the fan, paperless ticketing requires that the cardholder who purchased the tickets presents their credit card at the door for admission.
For more information on special contesting and opportunities to win tickets surrounding the show, go to www.inmusic.ca!
Official website: www.johnmayer.com
'Battle Studies', scheduled to be released on November 17, 2009 will be John Mayer's fourth studio album. The album was co-produced by John Mayer and Steve Jordan and debuts three years after his critically acclaimed 2006 album, 'Continuum'. The album incorporates 70's and 80's California rock/pop influences and includes a collaboration with pop music sensation Taylor Swift, on the track "Half of My Heart."
Tickets for the live performance will be made available exclusively to members of John Mayer's official fan club, The Local 83 Listeners Union, on October 23, 24 hours before the general onsale. If any tickets remain, they will be available for public sale on October 24 at 12:00 p.m. ET via paperless ticketing at Ticketmaster.ca. To ensure that the tickets remain in the hands of the fan, paperless ticketing requires that the cardholder who purchased the tickets presents their credit card at the door for admission.
For more information on special contesting and opportunities to win tickets surrounding the show, go to www.inmusic.ca!
Official website: www.johnmayer.com
Julian Casablancas Set To Release Debut Solo Album
Julian Casablancas is set to release his debut solo album 'Phrazes For The Young' on Tuesday, November 3, 2009 via Cult Records/RCA. In anticipation of the release, Julian Casablancas will be performing a series of shows every Friday night in November in Los Angles.
With the entire album written and musically orchestrated by Casablancas himself, it is no wonder why Spin magazine is heralding his first single "11th Dimension" as "quite possibly the catchiest song any Stroke has ever recorded" while Billboard declares it as "pop-rock gem."
Written and recorded within the last 18 months in New York City, Nebraska and Los Angeles, the album was produced by Jason Lader and with additional production by Mike Mogis.
Track listing:
01. Out of the Blue
02. Left & Right in the Dark
03. 11th Dimension
04. 4 Chords of the Apocalypse
05. Ludlow St.
06. River of Brake Lights
07. Glass
08. Tourist
Official website: www.juliancasablancas.com
With the entire album written and musically orchestrated by Casablancas himself, it is no wonder why Spin magazine is heralding his first single "11th Dimension" as "quite possibly the catchiest song any Stroke has ever recorded" while Billboard declares it as "pop-rock gem."
Written and recorded within the last 18 months in New York City, Nebraska and Los Angeles, the album was produced by Jason Lader and with additional production by Mike Mogis.
Track listing:
01. Out of the Blue
02. Left & Right in the Dark
03. 11th Dimension
04. 4 Chords of the Apocalypse
05. Ludlow St.
06. River of Brake Lights
07. Glass
08. Tourist
Official website: www.juliancasablancas.com
The New Cities Tour The U.K.
The New Cities will be embarking on their first-ever UK tour on November 10, 2009, only two days after wrapping up their cross-Canada tour! The band will be joining The Mission District and playing in hot spots including London, Glasgow and Dublin.
The boys from Montreal caught everyone's attention with their first hit single "Dead End Countdown" from their debut album 'Lost in City Lights.' The title track from the album was also featured on a recent episode of Gossip Girl!
The New Cities are certainly going places!
U.K. Tour Dates:
November 10 - Colchestger - The Twist
November 11 - Bristol - Academy 2
November 12 - London - Islington Academy 2
November 13 - Nottingham - The Basement (Rock City)
November 15 - Cardiff - Barfly
November 16 - Oxford - Academy 2
November 17 - Birmingham - Academy 3
November 19 - Portsmouth - The Cellars at Eastney
November 20 - Guildford - Boiler Room
November 21 - Peterborough - Met Lounge
November 23 - Liverpool - The Masque
November 24 - Newcastle - Academy 2
November 26 - Manchester - Roadhouse
November 27 - York - Fibbers
November 29 - Glasgow - King Tuts
November 30 - Dublin - Academy 2
The boys from Montreal caught everyone's attention with their first hit single "Dead End Countdown" from their debut album 'Lost in City Lights.' The title track from the album was also featured on a recent episode of Gossip Girl!
The New Cities are certainly going places!
U.K. Tour Dates:
November 10 - Colchestger - The Twist
November 11 - Bristol - Academy 2
November 12 - London - Islington Academy 2
November 13 - Nottingham - The Basement (Rock City)
November 15 - Cardiff - Barfly
November 16 - Oxford - Academy 2
November 17 - Birmingham - Academy 3
November 19 - Portsmouth - The Cellars at Eastney
November 20 - Guildford - Boiler Room
November 21 - Peterborough - Met Lounge
November 23 - Liverpool - The Masque
November 24 - Newcastle - Academy 2
November 26 - Manchester - Roadhouse
November 27 - York - Fibbers
November 29 - Glasgow - King Tuts
November 30 - Dublin - Academy 2
Win A Trip To See Leona Lewis Live In London
MSN is giving fans a chance to win a trip for two to see Leona Lewis perform live in London, England! This is an excellent opportunity for fans to hear Leona perform new songs from her upcoming sophomore album, 'Echo', set for release on November 17, 2009. The prize package includes two tickets to see Leona Lewis live at the Hackney Empire Theatre on November 2, 2009, airfare and a two-night hotel stay for two.
Visit www.msn.com for complete contest details and to enter for your chance to win!
Official website: www.leonalewismusic.co.uk
Visit www.msn.com for complete contest details and to enter for your chance to win!
Official website: www.leonalewismusic.co.uk
Enter To Win An AC/DC Backtracks Deluxe Collector's Edition Boxset
Sympatico.ca will be giving away one AC/DC Backtracks Deluxe Collector's Edition boxset per week, for 4 weeks!
The new AC/DC rarities collection, available in stores Tuesday, November 10, 2009, is a comprehensive collection of the band's studio and live rarities, remastered and many on CD for the first time.
3CD + 2DVD + LP Deluxe Collector's Edition:
18 Studio Rarities
29 Live Rarities
12 Studio Rarites on audiophile LP
Family Jewels Disc Three on DVD
Live At The Circus Krone (2003) on DVD
12"x12" super deluxe packaging includes a 164 page coffee table book and original memorabilia reproductions
All in a WORKING GUITAR AMP!
Enter for your chance to win at www.sympatico.ca or pre-order the AC/DC Backtracks Deluxe Collector's Edition boxset at www.acdcbacktracks.com.
Official website: www.acdcrocks.com
The new AC/DC rarities collection, available in stores Tuesday, November 10, 2009, is a comprehensive collection of the band's studio and live rarities, remastered and many on CD for the first time.
3CD + 2DVD + LP Deluxe Collector's Edition:
18 Studio Rarities
29 Live Rarities
12 Studio Rarites on audiophile LP
Family Jewels Disc Three on DVD
Live At The Circus Krone (2003) on DVD
12"x12" super deluxe packaging includes a 164 page coffee table book and original memorabilia reproductions
All in a WORKING GUITAR AMP!
Enter for your chance to win at www.sympatico.ca or pre-order the AC/DC Backtracks Deluxe Collector's Edition boxset at www.acdcbacktracks.com.
Official website: www.acdcrocks.com
Raine Maida And Chantal Kreviazuk Receive Tiffany Mark Award
Tiffany & Co. Canada have announced that Chantal Kreviazuk and Raine Maida, lead singer of Our Lady Peace, will be the recipients of this year's Tiffany Mark Award! The Tiffany Mark Award honours Canadian men and women who are making their "mark" through efforts on behalf of charities and organizations they care deeply about.
Chantal and Raine are avid supporters of War Child Canada, donating their time and talents through fundraising performances and participating in documentary film projects to build awareness of the plight of children in war-torn countries. In addition, Chantal is a spokesperson for the Canadian Mental Health Association, creating public service announcements on its behalf, and both volunteer their time in support of environmental issues.
Chantal has been a spokesperson for Polar Bears International and is committed to the University of Winnipeg's Opportunity Fund, which provides tuition assistance to inner city youth. Raine is an active supporter of Apathy is Boring, an organization that encourages Canadian youth to become engaged in the political process.
Official website: www.ourladypeace.com
Chantal and Raine are avid supporters of War Child Canada, donating their time and talents through fundraising performances and participating in documentary film projects to build awareness of the plight of children in war-torn countries. In addition, Chantal is a spokesperson for the Canadian Mental Health Association, creating public service announcements on its behalf, and both volunteer their time in support of environmental issues.
Chantal has been a spokesperson for Polar Bears International and is committed to the University of Winnipeg's Opportunity Fund, which provides tuition assistance to inner city youth. Raine is an active supporter of Apathy is Boring, an organization that encourages Canadian youth to become engaged in the political process.
Official website: www.ourladypeace.com
John Mayer Set To Release Fourth Studio Album
John Mayer is set to release his fourth studio album on November 17! 'Battle Studies is a combination of warm melodies and the sounds of the 70s and 80s California pop/rock, and was produced by John Mayer himself, with fellow musician Steve Jordan.
The first single, "Who Says" is the first of numerous tracks off this relaxed and liberated album that was recorded in a private home in California where John Mayer lived and worked. "Who Says" is one of the many songs that challenges society's conventional norms of what people can accomplish and over take. Other tracks include, "Heartbreak Warfare," "Assassin," "War of My Life," "Rock Song," and a reinterpretation of "Crossroads."
The John Mayer Trio (John Mayer, Steve Jordan, and Pino Palladino), will be playing two rare shows. First, on December 29 in San Diego, California at the Copley Symphony Hall, and the second on New Years Eve, December 31, at The Joint at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. The proceeds from both shows will go towards two children charities - Military Outreach Ministry Camp Pendleton and NCIRE Veterans Health Research Institute.
John Mayer's explains the different methods he took with 'Battle Studies', "I approach music like a director doing a period piece," says Mayer. "Where CONTINUUM was R&B and Soul, 'Battle Studies' was written with the timelessness of Tom Petty, Fleetwood Mac and Neil Young in mind. The melodies and message are concise and from-the-gut with the efficiency of simplicity."
Official website: www.johnmayer.com
The first single, "Who Says" is the first of numerous tracks off this relaxed and liberated album that was recorded in a private home in California where John Mayer lived and worked. "Who Says" is one of the many songs that challenges society's conventional norms of what people can accomplish and over take. Other tracks include, "Heartbreak Warfare," "Assassin," "War of My Life," "Rock Song," and a reinterpretation of "Crossroads."
The John Mayer Trio (John Mayer, Steve Jordan, and Pino Palladino), will be playing two rare shows. First, on December 29 in San Diego, California at the Copley Symphony Hall, and the second on New Years Eve, December 31, at The Joint at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. The proceeds from both shows will go towards two children charities - Military Outreach Ministry Camp Pendleton and NCIRE Veterans Health Research Institute.
John Mayer's explains the different methods he took with 'Battle Studies', "I approach music like a director doing a period piece," says Mayer. "Where CONTINUUM was R&B and Soul, 'Battle Studies' was written with the timelessness of Tom Petty, Fleetwood Mac and Neil Young in mind. The melodies and message are concise and from-the-gut with the efficiency of simplicity."
Official website: www.johnmayer.com
