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Carol Strickland going all the way with ‘Good Intentions’

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August 26, 2013

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Carol Strickland signed a record and promotions deal with Musik and Film Records, a few short months ago. ‘Good Intentions’, Strickland’s, EP was released and Musik Radio Promotions began a campaign for the single, ‘Bitterness and Pain’. The singer/songwriter’s song immediately captured the attention of radio station managers across the globe including the BBC network and ECMA reporting stations.

Carol has went on to be critically acclaimed:

Stephen Wrench says of Carol, “he writes with honesty and sings with emotion. Carol draws you in as he tells his stories in song”.

” Without any pretentiousness, Carol Strickland is true to his craft and easily demonstrates his compassion for each lyric, whether it concerns an abusive father in “Bitterness and Pain”, a love on the verge of being lost as in “Pouring Rain,” or an anthem of encouragement to givers in “Help Your Fellow Man. His “Good Intentions” project is a wonderful collection of a man who feels deeply for life, sings from the soul,and reminds all of us of our frailties and faith. It is his portrayal of faith and understanding of the struggle often to maintain it that sets Carol Strickland aside from other tune smiths.” Wayne Morton Operations Manager (Ret.)96.3 WGOG

Carol states, “After years of struggling to make it to the Country Radio airways and jacklegg promotion companies taking advantage of what money I had to spend. GOD brought me MUSIK AND FILM and I am more than satisfied. STEPHEN and Rhonda have truly brought this dream of mine to life. Being picked up by the BBC AND THE ECMA. Having more spins in 48 hours than I’ve had my entire music career.

Now playing on over 18,000 stations worldwide, Carol can look forward to many more “spins” to come!

How to get USA radio airplay

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August 26, 2013

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You write what you think is a hit. So now what do you do?

You go online and look for radio promotion companies. You think it’s simple – if you can get it out to radio they will know your song is a hit and it will be played and will chart. Wrong!

Getting airplay differs all over the world. Lets take the US, for example, everyone no matter where you live, wants US airplay.

Clear Channels entered into revenue sharing agreements with numerous record labels. Clear Channels is even called a “Media Mobster”.
You are an Independent artist, why do you think you are going to be played by the United States largest radio conglomerate? You may have a hit, a great song. But this is a money game, like most big business controlled by giants, so only giants have access.

If you want to get a hit in the US you will have to play the game. Meaning you better have some very deep pockets to play in this high stakes game. You will need to hire a team of promoters to maneuver your song into the charts. This team will need to be in a position to grease the airplay wheels to get your song played. Call it payola, call it big business, call it what you want. But the bottom line is unless you have a million dollars to drop into your single you are not going to get a hit record in the US.

So where does that leave you and your “hit” song? There are a lot of countries in the world. Most are very receptive to hearing and playing good music. The BBC radio network is the largest radio network in the world.
Guess what? They listen to independent artists music and if they like it they play it. There are numerous other radio networks and stations around the world that don’t care who the label is and don’t care if you are an indie artist. The only thing they care about is it good music. So, there is hope.

It is a digital world so why would anyone send a cd to radio? There are radio promotion companies that advertise – pay us and we will put your music on our site. The premise is that radio will sign in and wade thru the thousands of songs and find yours. Wrong again. You need to deliver your song by a respected radio promoter digitally to the radio station programmers. This way they can stream a piece of your music and if they like it then they will look at the rest of your submission, download it and play your music.

How to get radio airplay in the US?

There is always a way to get in the US front door , sometimes you need to go in the back door to be in the house.

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OneLadyJazz/Laurel Moore Experiences “One of the Best Feelings” by Signing with Musik Radio Promotions

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June 4, 2013

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Laurel Moore is her name and OneLadyJazz is her repertoire. Originally from England, OneLadyJazz has been through Switzerland, Abu Dhabi and now resides in Qatar out in the Middle East. No matter where she goes, Laurel Moore’s international appeal is sure to impress the masses. Promoting the new single “The Girl From Ipanema” through Musik Radio Promotions, OneLadyJazz gives to the public music that will soothe even the most savage of beasts. The single has been blasted out to radio stations worldwide by Musik Radio (already playing on over 1500 stations!) as Laurel Moore is yet another solid addition to the famous Wall of Success!

OneLadyJazz already has great things to say about her new home at Musik Radio Promotions: “Musik and Film offer the kind of potential worldwide airplay that musicians dream of!! They open doors – and I am ecstatically happy to walk through this door–to success! Knowing that my work is being valued and supported by Musik and Film and their team.” So it definitely seems that OneLadyJazz aka Laurel Moore is in good hands but just who is this multicultural artist from Qatar and what is “The Girl From Ipanema” all about?

“The Girl From Ipanema” is a 1960s hit & very well-known Bossa nova song and OneLadyJazz offers up a refreshing rendition of the classic number. By blending in a smooth jazzy touch with a voice that is as delicate as a feather, Laurel Moore is breathing new, invigorating life into the hit song. The tenor sax is present & quite efficient and the mood is that of a relaxing day on the beach. Just picture yourself soaking in the sun with the calm ocean waters surrounding you, waves crashing in and seagulls flying above; this is the scene that OneLadyJazz has created. So serene and so rich in substance, Laurel Moore simply shines on “The Girl From Ipanema”.

With accolades already rolling in for OneLadyJazz like being featured as a ‘Notable New Jazz Artist’ by the New Jersey Jazz Society (2013) OR being a Finalist in ‘UAE’s Got Talent’ (2011) , Laurel is just getting started! Besides being a stellar singer/songwriter, tenor sax player & classically-trained musician, Moore is also a fantastic artist of oil paintings. Her work can be seen around the world at many galleries & venues where OneLadyJazz herself curates and exhibits her fine art collections. Moore has been honored by being selected as ‘Best Worldwide Artist’ by Portrait and Landscape Art Books for 2013 and also was named ‘Best 100 Worldwide Artists’ by World Art Foundation on 2012.

Be prepared to be floating in air as you listen to Laurel Moore’s soothing cover of “The Girl From Ipanema”. Whether it’s a picnic at the park, a relaxing nap in the hammock or a stroll on the boardwalk, OneLadyJazz has got you covered with her peaceful vibes. With Musik Radio Promotions on her side, OneLadyJazz/Laurel Moore can do nothing but go UP…UP…UP… from here on out!

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Tamika, ‘This Is Who I Am’, builds global fanbase with Musik and Film Promotions

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June 4, 2013

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Super-talented, Tamika, has not let any grass grow under her feet since traveling to the USA to record her debut EP, ‘This Is Who I am” with the Musik and Film production team.

Since it’s debut to worldwide radio by Musik Radio Promotions, Tamika, has picked up thousands of stations all over the world consistently appearing on the Musik and Film Wall of Success. Tamika is appearing on many charts around the world and even co-hosted radio programs.

Tamika and her ever faithful mum, Louise, traveled 10,000 miles around Aussie land in promotion of the EP. She now has her first video, ‘Reason to Get Even’. which is in the Beat100.

Tamika also will be appearing soon on Australia’s Got Talent.

Watch out – Here comes Tamika!

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Shane Kenny, Irish Contemporary Singer/Songwriter, at Home with Musik and Film

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May 24, 2013

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Shane Kenny is a singer/songwriter from Wexford, Ireland who has finished work on his second album titled “8 miles out” which is a follow up to his 2009 release “Lost in the Madness of Crowds”. The album will be released in the coming months. “Rolls off your tongue” is the first single to be released under the Musik and Film label and is already receiving heavy airplay with promotions by Musik Radio with play on over 2,000 stations worldwide.

Shane spoke of the experience, “I’m Really excited to announce that i am working with Florida based record label Musik and Film and that the 1st single “Rolls off your tongue” from my new album “8 miles out” has been released to radio stations worldwide. Many thanks goes out to Stephen and Rhonda at Musik and Film for getting my music to the masses, Terry Nails at Musik and Film Productions and to Mick Egan for recording and guidance and of course to Brendan Keane , Dave Duffy and Peter Tierney for playing on the track. Thanks to everyone for making this song what it is.”
Since releasing his debut album he has appeared as support to such artists as diverse as Mundy, Duke Special, Mick Flannery, Jerry Fish, Lazek, Southern Tenant Folk Union, Declan O Rourke, John Spillane, Cathy Davey, and The Irish Tenors among others.

With Shane’s first single release, he is already establishing a world wide base and is on the Musik and Film’s Wall of Success. Indeed, 2013 is set to be a very busy year ahead for Irishman, Shane Kenney.

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Adrianna Freeman,rising country star, climbs the charts on cashbox with promotions by Musik Radio

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May 23, 2013

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Cashbox Magazine Music Charts, has been reporting Adrianna Freeman’s song, “Either You Do or You Don’t” for months. The week of May 17, 2013 is no different as she charts at #3 along with country greats such as Ashley Monroe, Tim McGraw and Martina McBride.

Adrianna’s career as a country artist had stalled after being chosen as one of 12 artists with Teddy Gentry’s Cracker Barrel Contest for “Best New Nashville”. Adrianna’s bio states, “In accordance with the Best New Nashville album’s May of 2011 release, a national competition was launched, where fans were asked to vote for their favorite artist. The facilitators’ of the contest told Adrianna that she won the competition by a landslide. Even after winning the contest and Mr. Gentry’s star-power, Adrianna was still being told that there was no “market” for her music”.

Finally in the summer of 2012, after being introduced by Cathy Lemmon of Nashville’s ADN, Adrianna met with Stephen Wrench, President of Musik and Film. and he was blown away by Adrianna’s voice. Adrianna signed with Musik and Film Records and a global radio campaign was began by Musik Radio Promotions.

In Oct. 2012, Adrianna received accolades from Brian Clough, CMA International Broadcaster of the Year 2009, after receiving her DPK from Musik Radio Promotions. Clough wrote, “Sheer class… an eclectic mix of light and shade of mid tempo and gentle songs which shows off her vocal range and quality, sometimes smokey and gentle, but always meaningful and believable.” Clough’s glowing review of Freeman catapulted her debut album, Either You Do or You Don’t‘ ,to quickly gain traction in the BBC network.

Adrianna is now charting on too many charts to list, but is being played on 60,000+ stations all over the globe. Her “market” is the world. Because of the massive amount of airplay, Adrianna received due to the strategy of Musik Radio Promotions, Adrianna has now caught the attention of some of those in Nashville, and is now recording a new album.

Adrianna recently stated, “Stephen I just want to thank you and Rhonda-I have worked for 11 years, playing second fiddle to everyone else. Being looked over and passed over for other artists. It feels so good to be with people who believe in me and my music. For so long I felt like it was just me, my family, a notebook , and some songs. I have been promised so many things by so many people in the music industry that I thought I would never be able to trust anyone else in this business again. BUT- I trust you and Ms. Rhonda! I am so thankful that God lead my family to you, I really can’t thank you guys enough for helping to renew my faith in this business once again. With God’s help- I am starting to really believe that we can go all the way!!!!”

Adrianna Freeman is on her way!

Musik Radio is a major radio promotion company, with 27,000+ verified 90% FM radio stations in our database; 125,000+ with sister stations +syndication, which is available to artists and labels. Musik Radio’s Wall of Success has artists charting all over the world!

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Mojo Mayne Teams with Musik Radio Promotions for Global Campaign

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May 20, 2013

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Musik Radio Promotions have teamed with Hip Hop Urban artist Mojo Mayne to promote to global radio. Already he has been picked up on 8 BBC networks plus nearing the 10000 station count with his release “Got Dat Body” and “Longer than always” in less than 2 weeks.

Mojo has overcome much adversity but has only spurned him onward, “I’m not concerned with what everyone else is doing or how many people are listening to them, just as long as I grab that chance to be inspirational doing my thing, telling my own story of hope, of the highs in life that keep you in the right place.”

Mojo grew up, and was raised in Augusta and Atlanta, GA. After high school, he moved to Iowa, away from his stepdad’s hurtful behavior. Mojo has played with different bands, on many musical fronts. He caught the interest of Def Jam South, in Atlanta, and Octane Records (Phoenix, AZ). With the group Onetyme, they performed extensively in the Southwest regional area, including South Carolina, Atlanta, Augusta, Columbia, SC and Aiken, SC. Unfortunately, two of the band membersended up incarcerated. When that happened, the band was finished. Sales from their CD was hot, however the talented and persistent Mojo sold over 5 thousand CDs from the trunk of the car!
Mojo pushed on and created a local TV program in Augusta, GA, “The Unsigned” (www.theunsignedshow.com). He interviewed celebrities and other artists and had a nationwide distribution deal with PAX network, which became ION. As funding was too scarce to keep the production afloat, the show soon lost its steam. This did not stop him from attracting major sponsors for the program and even integrating them into the show itself.
In Iowa, life soon brought Mojo back into music where he belongs and he recorded a mix album of original material called Street Voodoo, which was released under SIMM/Sony Red distribution and experienced moderate buzz. Tragically, his sister was murdered in 2010 and his aunt passed away shortly after from medical complications- 2010 through 2012 necessary time for reflection and refocus. He later released more songs with other artists, creating fresh buzz.
With a brand new year, 2013!, upon him and his many fans, Mojo is so excited that the single Got Dat Body is busting out, on the soon-to-be released Born To Do It album, dropping this March! Mojo is also on the Musik Radio Promotions Wall of Success.

Mojo reflects, “My goal in the industry reflects my life choices – that is to be the best man that I can be, with a helping hand toward humanity, and leave a hopeful legacy for my children to learn from and appreciate and carry on the good news to the next generations to come.”

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The Lie About Radio Airplay

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May 17, 2013

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You read articles that give “the truth”– that say Indie Artist can’t get airplay, Right? — WRONG!

It’s a BIG world out there!

Musik Radio Promotions has charted artists in the top 10 in many charts around the world. Just check out the Wall of Success!

Indie Artists are playing on thousands of stations – some on TENS of thousands.

How, you ask?

Radio outside of the US works differently. The rest of the world for the most part does not have a top 40 that they play over and over. They have what they call “Radio Presenters” . These presenters each develop their own play lists based on what the audience wants to hear. And most stations outside the US are not one specific genre. Most stations play a variety of music and have shows that feature 2 to 4 hours of rock, then pop, then country and every other genre.

Musik Radio Promotions has over 250,000 radio stations in every genre in 80 countries. We literally have just about every radio station in the US, UK, Australasia, Ireland, Scotland, and thousands of stations in Europe, Asia, Africa and South America. 98% of our stations are FM stations. We cover most Billboard, Cashbox and many other reporting stations and charts around the world. We promote to most major networks including ECMA, BBC, Sirius, I-Heart and many others.

So, who is Musik Radio Promotions?

Musicians. Musicians that have toured the world extensively as members of internationally recognized artists.

We realized radio in the US is controlled by major labels known as “Gatekeepers”, meaning Major US radio corporations that positioned themselves as the “Gatekeepers” . They control almost 75% of the US radio market. This left 25% of possible stations within the US that would consider playing an Indie artist’s music. It’s a big world out there and we found out if you can get enough airplay outside of the US, it follows that the US market is then forced to listen and be receptive to playing your music.

How are we doing it differently?

Musik Radio Promotions has developed a program that will deliver a high quality DPK to radio PDs. The DPK includes the artist’s promo picture, press quotes, web and social links, bios and music. We send the individual DPK to radio programmers all over the world. We do not “blast” and have developed a credible reputation in this industry.

Are we successful?

It’s easy to find out. How many other sites do you see posting artists names listing pick-ups by the BBC, ECMA and thousands of stations around the world. Check out the Testimonial Page.

Benefits?

Collect 100% of airplay royalties around the world. A plus-outside the US, royalties are considerably higher.
Touring, it is impossible to successfully tour unless people know who you are. Use the radio airplay and charts to successfully tour any geographical area.

Costs?

We design packages for the artist based on a single or multiple tracks.

How does an artist get started?

Experience has proved to the team at Musik Radio Promotions what radio will play and will not play. Production of the track is “key”.

Submit your track for review to our team of seasoned producers.

We want your music – heard AND played.

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The Truth is you can get Airplay! Think- the world!

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May 17, 2013

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It’s a BIG world out there!

Musik Radio Promotions has charted artists in the top 10 in many charts around the world. Just check out the wall of success!

How, you ask? You read articles that give “the truth”- that say it can’t be done-Clear Channels owns the world- right?- WRONG!

Radio outside of the US works differently. The rest of the world for the most part does not have a top 30 that they play over and over. They have what they call “Radio Presenters” . These presenters each develop their own play lists based on what the audience wants to hear. And most stations outside the US are not one specific genre. Most stations play a variety of music and have shows that feature 2 to 4 hours of rock, then pop, then country and every other genre.

Musik Radio Promotions has over 27,000 radio stations and125,000+stations with syndicated networks and station affiliates in every genre in 60 countries. We literally have just about every radio station in the US, UK, Australasia, Ireland, Scotland, and thousands of stations in Europe, Asia, Africa and South America. 98% of our stations are FM stations. We cover most Billboard, Cashbox and many other reporting stations and charts around the world. We promote to most major networks including ECMA, BBC, Sirius, I-Heart and many others.

So, who is Musik Radio Promotions?

Musicians. Musicians that have toured the world extensively as members of internationally recognized artists.

We realized radio in the US is controlled by major labels known as “Gatekeepers”, meaning Major US radio corporations that positioned themselves as the “Gatekeepers” . They control almost 75% of the US radio market. This left 25% of possible stations within the US that would consider playing an Indie artist’s music. It’s a big world out there and we found out if you can get enough airplay outside of the US, it follows that the US market is then forced to listen and be receptive to playing your music.

How are we doing it differently?

Musik Radio Promotions has developed a program that will deliver a high quality DPK to radio PDs. The DPK includes the artist’s promo picture, press quotes, web and social links, bios and music. We send the DPK to radio programmers all over the world. Radio can stream and listen and then decide if they want to download it for airplay. We provide weekly reporting to every artist for the life of the single, which has ranged from a minimum of 8 weeks to a maximum of over a year for some artists.

Are we successful? Check out the Testimonial Page.

Benefits to the Indie Artist:

Collect 100% of airplay royalties around the world. A plus-outside the US, royalties are considerably higher.
Touring, it is impossible to successfully tour unless people know who you are. Use the radio airplay and charts to successfully tour any geographical area.

Costs? We design packages for the artist based on a single or multiple tracks.

How does an artist get started?

Experience has proved to the team at Musik Radio Promotions what radio will play and will not play. Production of the track is “key”.

Submit your track for review to our team of seasoned producers.

We want your music – heard AND played.

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Greg Pope’s classic, When It Gets That Bad, released by Musik Radio Promotions

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May 14, 2013

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“When It Gets That Bad”, Greg Pope’s new single is Oh so good – one of those timeless classics that remind one of The Eagles or Matchbox 20.

Excelling at piano at the age of 8, and guitar at 11, Greg Pope’s drive to understand and master a variety of music – from rock to pop to country – help to shape his unique voice and sound. Ultimately, it was country music that won him, driving him to focus on his songwriting and make the move to Nashville.

Writing with names like Dierks Bentley, Don Pfrimmer and Kyle Cook of Matchbox Twenty, Greg’s skills grew and his resolve intensified. Taking inspiration from country artists like George Strait and Kenny Chesney as well as rock legends like U2 and Journey, he molded those influences into a sound all his own. He searches for stories and melodies in the people he meets and strives to create music that will stand the test of time.

Pope is now signed with Musik Radio Promotions and is gaining a worldwide following with thousands of stations playing his music all over the world including the ECMA reporting stations.

Pope first contacted Stephen Wrench, President, who listened to his music and remarked, “I couldn’t get it out of my head all day”! Pope comments about Musik and Film, “it’s the professionalism, the pace, and the belief in your artists, that I really love, all awesome things. But what is most important is, I like a plan and forward movement, and you guys have that.”

Greg Pope is most certainly moving forward with distinction on the Musik Radio Wall of Success. His music is playing in heads everywhere!

Greg’s new album, “The Great Unknown”, was released August 1, 2011 and is available on iTunes and CDBaby.

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