Music and Recording
McGregor Pedals Introduces the Classic Fuzz Pedal
VANCOUVER, B.C. — Boutique pedal company McGregor Pedals has launched its newest pedal: The Classic Fuzz. Designed for both guitar and bass, the Classic Fuzz pedal captures the sound, feel, and response of the original 1960s two-transistor fuzz boxes using all modern, stable parts. It is rich, moody, interactive and in the right hands, untamed….
Orlando Cela Named Amplify Latinx ALX100 Honoree
BOSTON, Mass. — Amplify Latinx has announced that the Lowell Chamber Orchestra’s Music Director, Orlando Cela, has been named one of the ALX100 Honorees for 2024. This prestigious recognition celebrates Latinx leaders across Massachusetts who are making an outstanding impact in their respective fields and communities….
Digital Underground Co-Founder Chopmaster J Survives Health Scare, Heart Surgery, and Near-Death Experience, Announces New Album and Podcast with Son S.O.T.U.
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — As hip-hop celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2023, Jimi “Chopmaster J” Dright, co-founder of the iconic group Digital Underground (DU), faced significant health challenges, causing him to miss much of the celebration. Together with his son, S.O.T.U., they are preparing to release “Sex Packets 2 – The ReUp” and launch a new podcast, “The Chop Shop.”…
Czech Composer Tatiana Mikova Debuts at Carnegie Hall with Her String Quartet ‘In Modo Lidico’
NEW YORK, N.Y. — Czech composer, Tatiana Mikova, presents her String Quartet, “In Modo Lidico,” at Carnegie Hall’s Progressive Musicians Laureate Gala. The piece will be performed by the Lehner String Quartet on July 1, 2024 in the intimate Weill Recital Hall, home to hundreds of recitals, chamber music concerts, panel discussions, and master classes….
MUSEWIRE ranked #35 among the top 70 Music Industry Blogs for 2024
TEMECULA, Calif. — MuseWire has been selected by the panelists at Feedspot as one of the Top 70 Music Industry Blogs on the web. MuseWire™ (aka/formerly Music Industry Newswire™) covers music makers, music gear, audiophile gear, the music business and related topics; established 2005. A publication of Neotrope®. Edited by Christopher Simmons, a working tech journalist since 1984, and member ASCAP….
Vocalist Sybil Evans Stages Jazz Comeback at Age 90 with the Sybil Evans Trio
NEW YORK, N.Y. — While some industrious individuals are busy looking for their second act, 90-year-old Sybil Evans, longtime resident of Manhattan’s Murray Hill section is still going strong, forging ahead into her third with the Sybil Evans Trio. The dynamic, Brooklyn-born and raised nonagenarian singer was inspired by her 90th birthday to return to her love of bringing her pop-jazz stylings before a live audience….
South Bay Music Association Presents ‘Beethoven Ode to Joy at 200’
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — On April 6, 2024, at 7 p.m. in El Segundo, CA, the South Bay Wind Ensemble will perform “Beethoven Ode to Joy at 200.” The concert will take place at the El Segundo Performing Arts Center. Join the South Bay Wind Ensemble, the SoCAL Chorale, Maestro Steven Allen Fox, Chorale Director Marya Basaraba, and over 130 musicians on April 6 as we celebrate 200 years of the greatest symphony of all time!…
Lowell Chamber Orchestra to premiere new edition of Julia Perry’s symphony
LOWELL, Mass. — On Sunday, February 18, 3 p.m., The Lowell Chamber Orchestra will present the first Massachusetts performance of Julia Perry’s “Symphony for Violas and Basses,” from a new edition by LCO’s music director Orlando Cela. The concert will also include a world premiere by Martin Max Schreiner….
Jazz Fest Pompano Beach 2024 Makes a Huge Splash
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. — Under a canopy of stars, Pompano Beach was transformed into a haven for jazz enthusiasts as over 10,000 music fans showed up for the beachside celebration. Jazz royalty including Branford Marsalis, Ms. Lisa Fischer & Grand Baton, David Sanchez, and Najee held court on the Champion Porsche Stage at Jazz Fest Pompano Beach 2024 and captivated audiences with their incredible talent….
Infinite Creativity: HitPaw Voice Changer 1.4.0 Newly Released with AI Cover Feature
NEW YORK, N.Y. — HitPaw, a company specializing in digital multimedia solutions, has now launched HitPaw Voice Changer 1.4.0 with the exciting update of AI Cover feature. The newest 1.4.0 version of HitPaw Voice Changer allows users to transform their audio files into the styles of various iconic artists like Taylor Swift, Selena Gomez, Justin Bieber, and Drake. The 1.4.0 aims to offer a unique and personalized audio experience….