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"Death of A&R??? I'd say more of a re-shuffling of an already pretty well shuffled role. Over the years A&R people have been changing and adapting to what the music industry requires of them and what they as individuals require to be able to survive in the competitive landscape in which they operate."

Inspired by artists like Sarah McLaughlin and Vanessa Carlton, ShayE and the Dreamers is a band worth listening to. \n\nListen to a 4-track preview with a special guest appearance on this weeks show: http://thegreatunknowns.podomatic.com/entry/2010-07-30T07_01_06-07_00 \n\nRead my featured interview with the wonderfuly talented, Shaye Taylor of ShayE and the Dreamers http://greatunknownsmusicexpose.blogspot.com/2010/07/shaye-and-dreamers-interview-challenge.html\n\nYou can see ShayE and the Dreamers perform at the very first "Indie Artist Showcase" presented by The Great Unknowns Presents LIVE on September 30 at The Talking Stick from 7-10 pm\n\nFor more information go to: \nhttp://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=92130704392&v=app_2373072738&ref=ts#!/topic.php?uid=92130704392&topic=37279 \n

Introducing, Black Circles. This alt rock band-trio is reminiscent of famous bands like Foo Fighters, Blink 182, and Queens of the Stone Age, but they give their own unique spin to music. Lead singer, Dan Josman of the Black Circles makes a special guest appearance on the show for an exclusive in-depth audio interview to talk about his band and his new CD only on The Great Unknowns Presents. http://thegreatunknowns.podomatic.com Listen to a full audio interview with Dan including a special 4-track music feature from Black Circles debut self-titled EP, including their hit single, "Little Girl". Other songs on this episode include, "Final Straw", "Hey, you" and "S.O.L.". Read a pre-launch CD review and a transcript of our interview at: http://greatunknownsmusicexpose.blogspot.com/2010/09/interview-with-dan-josman-of-black.html

Debutants is one of pop rock s newest discoveries that is working their way up from nothing to one of the best unheard talents since Green Day emerged. With the help of grammy-nominated Platnium record producer, Matt Goldman, they are poised to do just that. Need I say more? Listen to my newest episode and find out why they are the next big thing: http://thegreatunknowns.podomatic.com/entry/2010-03-05T07_01_47-08_00 Read the raw and honest truth. An in-depth interview with power pop rock sensation: Debutaunts http://greatunknownsmusicexpose.blogspot.com/2010/03/why-cant-we-have-fun-interview-with.html

Joel Simpson is this weeks spotlight not only for his ability to sing, but for his unique talent. He brings to music a combination of Folk, Rock, and Christian Rock into one without making the listener feel like he is preaching too heavily. Listen to this 5-track set at http://greatunknownspresents.com

Listen to runner up band from Mt. SAC's 1st Annual Battle of the Bands. They surpassed 14 other bands to finish in the 2nd spot. This says a lot about how good a band that has only been together for five months. \n\nPersonally, I was disappointed they didn't win the BOTB event. Talent scouts were more interested in FOREWALLS than any other performer. \n\nListen to an exclusive 4-track preview with a special guest appearence with the band, right here: http://thegreatunknowns.podOmatic.com/entry/2010-04-23T08_17_14-07_00\n\nRead my exclusive interview with the band:\nhttp://greatunknownsmusicexpose.blogspot.com/2010/04/introducing-rocks-best-new-and-unheard.html\n\nThanks for checking out this weeks episode. \n \nFollow The Great Unknowns Presents at http://twitter.com/great_unknowns

A4A is the only site you will ever need for the promotion of artists and their work, whether you're an indie musician or the next Stanley Kubric. We help you to build a fan base that is both loyal and passionate about your work and then the promotion is a matter of sharing your video with your built-in fan base who will in turn share it with their social networks.

A4A is the only site you will ever need for the promotion of artists and their work, whether you're an indie musician or the next Stanley Kubric. We help you to build a fan base that is both loyal and passionate about your work and then the promotion is a matter of sharing your video with your built-in fan base who will in turn share it with their social networks.

"Tunited is a UK based music platform, dreamed up by Midge Ure. Bringing together various elements of services like Drowned in Sound, Bandcentral and MySpace, the site will be part shop, part social network, designed for both for listeners and artists. The creators are placing a strong emphasis on ethics and independent music culture, equating it to a 'fairtrade iTunes'."

i think you'll find these guys interesting - care to share anymore direct to fan platforms you know of?

2009 was a busy year for the indie-rock band from Albany, NY. Ten Year Vamp was not only busy for the calender filled scores of concert appearences, but they released their first hard-pounding with no disappointment full length album entitled, Don t Act Like You Know Me, a follow up to their 2006 six-track EP, Under the Mask. Read the full story at http://greatunknownsmusicexpose.com

Are you looking for beats?or still wonder how to make a right beats for your music planning?this is some tips on how to create your own beats.

Want to make rap beats at home? this will give you a solution, some tips and program to make good rap beats at home.

Some tips and trick to make hip hop beats

If you're looking to book a place for your up coming stylish and Best Happy Hour, private party, bachelorette party, Johnny Utah's is the best option. Johnny Utah's offers you with a large setting that has gorgeous views. Our event staff might be specialist to providing your event will exceed your expectations and those of your visitors as well.

The Locals are an alternative rock / indie trio from Chicago, IL. Delivering exceptional sound created by Lead-singer and Guitarist, Yvonne Doll, Bassist, Christy Nunes, and Kirk Snedeker on drums. With captivating retro guitar rhythms, drum melodies with a modern spin and combined with Yvonne's powerful and smokey voice, this compelling combination makes this band certainly unique. Reminiscing with a sound similar to the 90's rock with artists like The Divinyls, Garabage, or even No Doubt, The Locals poses their own quality that is definitely their own.\n\nListen to a special 4-track preview with a special guest appearance with Yvonne Doll. http://thegreatunknowns.podomatic.com/entry/2010-07-02T07_00_57-07_00 \n\nRead my featured interview with Yvonne Doll http://greatunknownsmusicexpose.blogspot.com/2010/07/interview-with-locals-putting-little.html\n

"There's been a lot of speculation as of late with regard to the future of digital music, but judging by the results of a recent report by Nielsen Soundscan, music sales have only increased this past year. According to the report, sales were up 2.1 percent in 2009 from 2008, with consumers snagging 1.16 million digital tracks (an 8.3 percent increase from '08) and 76.4 million digital albums (a 16.1 percent bump). In fact, 40 percent of all music purchases in 2009 were digital." A few months old now but still very interesting

Do you like the sounds of Michael Bublé, Frank Sinatra, and Harry Connick Jr, you will love the sultry sounds of Andrew Ryan. You will have a change to listen to new music from his EP, "Waiting for Paris" and Andrew will make a special appearance on my show. \n\nTo view this episode, follow the link below:\nhttp://thegreatunknowns.podOmatic.com/entry/2010-05-28T07_00_54-07_00 \n\nRead an exclusive interview with Andrew:\nhttp://greatunknownsmusicexpose.blogspot.com/2010/05/waiting-for-paris-interview-with-andrew.html\n

Enjoy a little mix of Pop, Soul, R&B, Hip Hop, and Reggae Dancehall, then you'll love this episode. I am not just featuring one artist, but an ENTIRE record label "Platinum Trini Entertainment". Enjoy this special 7-track preview right here: http://thegreatunknowns.podomatic.com/entry/2010-08-06T07_01_09-07_00 Read my latest interview. This time with CEO/Founder of a record label, ABM: http://greatunknownsmusicexpose.blogspot.com/2010/08/interview-with-abm-of-platinum-trini.html LATEST NEWS UPDATE!!! Get ready for "The Great Unknowns Presents LIVE" coming August 30 from Noon to 1 P.M. PST every Monday only on the world famous Audio8ball.com \n \n- Come to the first ever, "The Great Unknowns Presents Indie Artist Showcase" at The Talking Stick in Venice, CA on Sept 30 from 7-10pm. Only $5!!