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February 1, 2012

Quote of the Week
Believe in others: "If you care about manifesting [an artist's] vision, you have to jump into the trenches with them. And when you connect on a deep level, you feel like you're living again. When you believe in people, it goes beyond the music; it goes beyond the art." --Danny Jacob, composer (Phineas and Ferb). Interviewed in MC Feb 2012


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MUSIC CONNECTION SEEKS NASHVILLE CLUB WRITER
Music Connection magazine is on the lookout for a skilled music reviewer to cover the Nashville club scene. Jess Pierce, who has written Nashville club reviews for MC since 2010, is moving to Seattle where she will cover that city's scene. Interested candidates should enquire by emailing Senior Editor Mark Nardone at markn@musicconnection.com.

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MC'S FRIDAY FREEBIE: LAST WEEK'S WINNER, THIS WEEK'S PRIZE
Last week's winner of the Music Connection "Friday Freebie" was Oregon resident Laurie Childers, who won a pair of Equator Audio Research's new D5 Studio Monitors. For this week's prize, Truetone Music is giving away a Keeley Time Machine Boost with power supply, offering the best guitar boost tones from the past to the present. Retailing for $309.99, Time Machine BoostŪ is a professional dual-channel, four-way boost pedal designed to maximize the tone of your existing guitar and amplifier. One lucky winner will be chosen when the Freebie drawing happens THIS COMING FRIDAY, FEB. 3RD, so ENTER NOW! Go to the Music Connection website and look up in the top right corner for the words "FRIDAY FREEBIE." Winners are announced every Friday after 1 p.m. on the Friday Freebie page. musicconnection.com.

JACK WHITE OFFERS STUDENTS CHANCE TO RECORD VINYL
Third Man Records has partnered with Brightspark Travel to create "School Choirs & Bands at Third Man: A Vinyl Recording Experience," a program offering students behind-the-scenes access to Jack White's Third Man Records in Nashville, TN, as well as the chance to record their own 7-inch 45rpm vinyl records. Students will professionally record their music in the same Third Man Studio where the likes of Jerry Lee Lewis, Conan O'Brien and White's various bands have recorded. Students will receive 7-inch singles of the performances pressed in their school colors, as well as a commemorative plaque for each school. For more info, see http://bit.ly/wlNwbL.

MANAGER, MUSIC SYNCHRONIZATION NEEDED IN NEW YORK
Imagem Music is currently seeking a manager for its US location--in New York City. The job includes pitching, negotiating, processing licenses, dealing with advertising licensing, offering clients copyright advice and much more. Must have a background in sales and/or music supervision for advertising and films--or the record/music publishing business. To find out how to submit your resume and cover letter, contact Imagem directly at usa@imagem.com.

MUSICIANS INSTITUTE IS SEEKING ONLINE TEACHERS
Are you an industry pro who would like to be a teacher? If you want to share your knowledge with others, contact Kenny Kerner, Director of Music Business for the Musicians Institute Extension. Kerner is looking for several qualified instructors to teach online music business courses in the following areas: Sales, Merchandising, Venue Management, Agents & Promoters, Employment Law and A&R. Candidates should be currently working in the industry and have at least 5 years of hands-on experience. Interested parties can send their resumes to kennyk@mi.edu.

WAKARUSA OFFERS SLOTS TO UNSIGNED BANDS
The Waka Winter Classic is back on the road and has started out the year with four HUGE shows! As Wakarusa 2012 approaches, the Waka Winter Classic Tour will bring the festival experience to a total of seventeen stops, where several bands who submit through ReverbNation will compete in regional talent showcases for the chance to perform at Wakarusa 2012. Submissions are still open in Tulsa, OK, New York City and Athens, GA. See http://wakarusa.com/2012/waka-winter-classic.asp.

FREE TIX TO MIKE STERN MASTER CLASS IN NEW YORK
The Collective School of Music is re-launching the guitar division with an updated curriculum and new visiting faculty members Mike Stern, Wayne Krantz, Paul Gilbert (Racer X, Mr. Big) and Jon Donais (Shadows Fall) among others. Mike Stern, Steve Smith, and Teymur Phell will be conducting a special master class on Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 7 pm at 123 W 18th Street. Tickets are $25 and available at 212-741-0091 x100. Follow and tweet to win a free ticket--three people will be chosen at random to win on February 15th, 2012. See http://twitter.com/collectivenyc.

10 AFFORDABLE PROMO IDEAS IN CURRENT ISSUE OF MC
In the February issue of Music Connection, industry expert Bobby Owsinski breaks down 10 effective and affordable ways to promote yourself/your band. "Park a van or truck that has a banner on it across from a show of a similar act. Every fan entering or exiting the venue will be aware of you. It's surprising that this..." Read more at http://musicconnection.com/digital.

SUBMIT YOUR BAND TO REVERBNATION'S 'HANGOUT'
ReverbNation has announced the "2012 Hang Loose Band Competition," in conjunction with America's premier beachfront music festival, The Hangout Music Fest. One lucky winner will perform a highly coveted performance slot as part of The Hangout Music Fest's all-star line-up during the weekend of May 18-20. Free submissions will begin on January 23rd. Ten ReverbNation artists will be selected by the Hangout Music Fest to have their song streamed on the Hangout website beginning March 1, 2012. Fans will then vote for the band they want to see at the festival. The winner, to be announced March 12th. See http://reverbnation.com/c/submission/create_cpo_submission?campaign_id=646.

AIMP PRESENTS FREE 'MUSIC INDUSTRY TOOLBOX'
The Music Industry Toolbox will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 22, at The Sportsmen's Lodge in Studio City, CA, from 3pm to 8pm. This free event is a must for Music Publishers, Record Companies and other industry professionals. All three PROs and a wide array of companies will be on hand to meet and demonstrate their products and services in the areas of digital distribution, marketing & promotions, royalty accounting & collections, music rights administration and more. Exhibitors include: ASCAP, BFM Digital, BMI, Cinedigm, CMRRA, Counterpoint, Dashbox, Harry Fox, IODA, Synch Tank, RoyaltyShare, SESAC, SoundMouse, Soundminer, SourceAudio and Zoe Graye Consulting. To register: http://aimp.org/event/2012/02/22/376/Music_Industry_Toolbox_2.0.

L.A. MUSIC LICENSING COMPANY SEEKS INTERNS
A Los Angeles, CA, music licensing company is currently looking for interns. The right candidate must own a wireless-ready laptop computer. Primary duties include assisting in music placement, music submission and evaluation management, client publishing and more. The internship is during normal music/film business hours (M-F 11am-7pm). The company is flexible within those hours, but does request at least one visit per week. To apply, contact The Talent House at 323-938-4692, cgtalent@aol.com.

'PLAY YOUR WAY TO AUSTIN, TX' SHOWCASE FROM D'ADDARIO
D'Addario & Swing House Studios want all bands to enter for the chance to win the "Play Your Way to Austin" contest to perform at Austin's top music festival. Enter exclusively through the D'Addario & Planet Waves Facebook Page until Feb. 9th, 2012. Submit a video via the D'Addario & Planet Waves Facebook Page where your fans can vote by "liking" your video. The Top 25 artists with the most votes will be entered to win the Grand Prize. One band will land the grand prize of a performance slot at the Friday, March 16, 2012 showcase as well as $1,500 in cash, and $3,500 worth of gear from D'Addario, Evans, Planet Waves and Pro-Mark. All details: see http://apps.facebook.com/playyourway/contests/185005.

ATRIUM MUSIC ACCEPTING MUSIC FOR MUSIC LIBRARY
Music licensing company Atrium Music is now accepting music to be placed in TV, films and commercials. Current submissions can be any genre but should have a focus on comedy or "quirky" stylings that can be used for film, TV, or commercials. To submit, send a CD to: Atrium Music Group, Attn: A&R (CL), 995 E. Green St., #509, Pasadena, CA 91106--include your name, phone, email and PRO (if any).

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