Hip Hop is destroying America! Activist Sparky Flinstone Responds with New Video

Frustrated with hip hop music and the negative effects it is having on American society, Sparky has created a PSA video called "Sparky's Nightmare". According to Sparky, the video shows what happens when rap poison is disseminated by "insecure cowards and fed to unsuspecting youth." ‘);”> The innocence of America's children is at stake and the future of our country hangs in the balance while glorified crack dealers flood the airwaves with musical poison. I, Sparky Flinstone, being of sound mind and body can no longer stand by and watch hip hop destroy America. I am going after rap hypocrites who shamelessly mislead kids with fake gangster bravado and lies. (PRWEB) March 4, 2008 — Rap artists beware! His name is Sparky Flinstone and he's on a mission to cleanse the cultural cancer that he says is eating away at the fabric of America's moral fiber. Frustrated with hip hop music and the negative effects it is having on American society, Sparky has created a PSA video called "Sparky's Nightmare". The controversial video has received over 100,000 views at Youtube and can be viewed at http://youtube.com/watch?v=xdhNMaridiU.                                                                                                                          According to Sparky, the video shows what happens when rap poison is disseminated by "insecure cowards and fed to unsuspecting youth." "Much of what is now considered hip hop is pure garbage that has transformed the American Dream into a living nightmare," says Sparky. "The innocence of America's children is at stake and the future of our country hangs in the balance while glorified crack dealers flood the airwaves with musical poison. I, Sparky Flinstone, being of sound mind and body can no longer stand by and watch hip hop destroy America. I am going after rap hypocrites who shamelessly mislead kids with fake gangster bravado and lies." Referring to himself as an artistic activist Sparky says it is time for the naked truth to be exposed and he hopes his video wakes people up to what's really going on. Fearing absolutely no repercussions for his inflammatory remarks, Sparky says, "I will totally crush any aging camel aka American Gangster rapper beyond a reasonable doubt." According to Sparky his debut album, due out in spring of 2008, is going to heal the minds of the American people and soothe the souls of hip hop savages everywhere. For more information, please visit www.sparkyflinstone.com.Cialis Professional

Personal Life Media Adds Two New Podcasts To Growing Ad Network

Podcasts "Beach Walks with Rox" daily podcast and "GreenTalk Radio" podcast outsource podcasting ad sales. Los Altos, CA (PRWEB) March 2, 2008 — Personal Life Media™, Inc. a publisher of lifestyle podcast content for people on the leading edge of culture, announces that two popular shows have joined the podcast advertising network bringing the total line up to 22 weekly audio shows and one daily video podcast along with their companion blogs. All shows are free podcasts. Both shows offer enlightening and motivational content for consumers, in line with the PLM podcasting content strategy. As well, the company has published more than 500 episodes of content and will now add 600 episodes of Beach Walks and 100 episodes of GreenTalk bringing the total archive of timely, life-enhancing shows to 1,200. "Beach Walks with Rox: A Little Aloha Everyday" is a daily 3-minute video free podcast with star, Roxanne Darling, and her lab, Lexi, walking a Hawai'ian beach with an inspirational thought-for-the-day. "GreenTalk Radio" is a weekly ecology audio podcast focused making informed decisions on the plethora of green-alternative products and services with Sean Daily, founder of Green Living Ideas. "Both podcasts focus on a critical theme or life issue that our listeners, cultural creatives over 35, care about deeply," said Susan Bratton, co-founder and CEO of Personal Life Media. "And our advertisers are looking for more inspirational and sustainable-living free podcasts that appeal to boomers." Whereas Personal Life Media has previously co-created all of the network's existing podcasts with carefully selected expert hosts, this is the first time established podcasts have been invited to join the network. Both Beach Walks and GreenTalk free podcasts chose Personal Life Media to exclusively represent their podcasts to sponsors. Using VoloMedia's (formerly Podbridge) dynamic ad serving, the podcasting network monetizes downloadable media with pre-, mid- and post-roll audio and video ads, advertorials, host endorsements and product integration into their network of shows, packaging audiences by contextually relevant subject matter. Beach Walks aligns with the "personal growth" category and GreenTalk is positioned in the sustainable lifestyle market. Because both shows have strong technical experience delivering highly consistent and professionally produced content, they are well suited for the PLM podcasting network. "We are extremely careful with the production value of our show and after more than 600 episodes, the quality of the potential advertiser is of paramount importance in both generating revenue while not alienating our passionate viewers," says Roxanne Darling, star of Beach Walks. "For our show, Personal Life Media offers the most experienced and professional approach to monetizing free podcast content in the industry." "My core strength is producing 15 monthly GreenTalk shows, and being able to outsource the advertising and revenue generation to Personal Life Media allows me to stay focused on GreenLivingIdeas.com, says Sean Daily, Host of GreenTalk. "It's a perfect match - green expertise and sales mastery come together in this relationship." The Latest Personal Life Media Shows Reveal & Inspire GreenTalk is launched on the Personal Life Media site and Beach Walks with Rox is coming online in March. All shows from Personal Life Media may be accessed in iTunes at: http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewArtist?id=216657439 Beach Walks with Rox: A Little Aloha Everyday Join Roxanne Darling, Secret Cameraman and Lexi the Lab on Location in Hawai'i. Viewers from 70 countries delight in watching beautiful Rox share her daily words of wisdom, moments of inspiration and caring thoughts. Watch her walk down the beach, the wind ruffling her hair as she throws a ball for Lexi into the ocean. Beach Walks is your daily moment of stress-relief. See the blue water, hear the surf washing the sand, and watch the palm trees swaying. Sheer bliss. Caring, loving, balanced and beautiful - every new day brings aloha into your life with a positive message and the beautiful scenery of Hawai'i. A former communications coach, Yoga teacher, expert speaker, trainer and new media strategist, Roxanne draws from her depth of experience to bring motivational moments to her listeners in this multi-award winning show. Listen as Rox and Lexi spread happiness worldwide! Listen Now: http://beachwalks.tv Subscribe in iTunes: http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=194423884 GreenTalk Radio: Keeping Going Green Down to Earth GreenTalk was created to help listeners lead a more eco-friendly lifestyle. Learn how to navigate the explosion of green and ecology-oriented products and services with host, Sean Daily, CEO and co-founder of GreenLivingIdeas.com. The GreenTalk podcasts show how easy it is to support the environment by changing preferences and behaviors. Sean entertains and educates through interviews with innovative and caring companies, authors and experts from around the world. Hear the critical issues facing the global environment today, as well as the technologies, products and practices that help people go green in every area of their life. GreenTalk has over 100 podcasts that cover nearly every aspect of green and sustainable living and working. Sean interviews executives from companies across a wide array of industries, as well as authors, industry experts, and other prominent individuals at the forefront of green tech and environmentalism. Episode topics include alternative energy, fuels, and vehicles, as well as green building, organic foods, green business and office practices, eco-tourism, and much more. Going green is easier than anyone thought. Learn how you can start today with GreenTalk Radio from GreenLivingIdeas.com. Listen Now: http://personallifemedia.com/podcasts/234-greentalk-radio Subscribe in iTunes: http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=259625179 About Personal Life Media Personal Life Media (http://www.personallifemedia.com) is a multimedia lifestyle brand providing entertaining and authentic personal content to socially conscious adults, and is the first podcast and blog advertising network for advertisers to reach the "cultural creatives" market segment. Expert hosts deliver motivational programs, talk shows, reality-audio, interviews, advanced techniques and guided exercises in blogs, web audio, video and podcasting formats. The podcasting network offers 22 free weekly audio and video programs, podcasts and companion blogs about happiness, relationships, sensuality, life purpose, wealth creation, healthy aging and longevity. Additional areas of interest include life coaching, ecology, creativity, weight-loss, beauty innovation and cosmetic surgery, retirement, passion at work and play, ethical sales, book reviews, spirituality, personal and global transformation. Access the shows for free from a browser or subscribe via RSS or iTunes and listen on an iPod or MP3 player. Personal Life Media is headquartered in Silicon Valley, California. Tune In to Your Personal LifeSMArava

MySpecialEdition.com Set to Revolutionize The Internet Movie-Going Experience with the Help of their Online Community of Film Lovers and Filmmakers

Everything from spoofs, mash-ups, remixes, interviews, trailers and more, MySpecialEdition takes the movie industry by storm with the release of a new website that aims to evolve the stagnant DVD business and become the final destination for movie special features. With over 40,000 movie titles in their database, users will now be able to create, upload, and share their own homages, reviews, spoofs, and news on all their favorite movies. Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) February 29, 2008 — MySpecialEdition.com, a new Internet start-up, is set to break new ground in the emerging Integrated New Media market. While movie studios struggle to come up with new and interesting ways to create add-on content, better known as "special features" found on most DVDs, MySpecialEdition now levels the playing field by handing that power over to the users. MySpecialEdition aims to create a YouTube-like community of movie lovers and artists who want to put their own two cents about their favorite films. With a catalog of over 40,000 popular movie titles, each one broken up into 7 categories: Video Features, Audio Features, Video Commentaries, Audio Commentaries, Trailers, Interviews, Remixes, Clips, and Reviews; users can now create and upload their own content for all their favorite flicks thereby creating their own personalized special edition. Many users already create funny remixed trailers, mash-ups, homemade commentaries and more that can be found on popular video communities such as YouTube. However, MySpecialEdition allows the user to better organize and share this content so that a worldwide audience can enjoy all the different contributions in a more meaningful way. MySpecialEdition hopes to be an ever evolving one-stop shop for special editions of popular movie releases, eliminating the need for users to continually purchase new editions in order to view the latest features. MySpecialEdition also hopes to rely on their community to aggregate content from different venues in an effort to create the final destination for movie add-on content. Development is also in the works to bring MySpecialEdition to your living room. Users can begin viewing, creating, uploading, and sharing content now by simply creating a free account at MySpecialEdition.com.Lamictal

MELODIS Corporation Launches midomi mobile

Largest online user-generated song database goes mobile. Both at the website and on midomi mobile, we're providing advertising opportunities that are easily and quickly accessible for viewers and advertisers alike. This is allowing us to continue growing the services we can offer to our users and partners. Sunnyvale, California (PRWEB) February 27, 2008 — Pioneering search and sound recognition company MELODIS Corporation today announced the launch of midomi mobile, its music search application for mobile devices. midomi mobile allows users to search for music by singing, humming or even whistling into their mobile devices. The application accesses midomi's online user-generated database of songs and uses MELODIS' patented Multimodal Adaptive Recognition System (MARS) to identify what users are searching for. The midomi song database has become the largest user-generated repository of its kind since its launch in January 2007. The free, membership-based midomi community is also a vibrant social-networking destination on the Web–providing a forum for amateur and professional musicians, talent seekers, and music lovers around the world to discover and be discovered. Available for download free of cost at mobile.midomi.com, midomi mobile offers users a wide range of functionality. Having found a song using midomi mobile, users can play back the snippet from the rendition that matched their query or listen to other members' renditions that helped identify the song. midomi mobile also enables users to search for music videos playable on mobile devices through services such as YouTube. And, users can connect to midomi's social network through midomi mobile to access member profiles, recordings, playlists, and more. The company will soon offer additional functionality for midomi mobile users. Future releases will allow users to identify original music content, such as music broadcast through the radio. Users will also be able to search for music by speaking out the song title or artist's name, or by typing it without having to know the exact spelling. The initial release of midomi mobile is designed for mobile phones using the Symbian OS and the popular S60 platform. MELODIS plans to release support for additional platforms such as the S40 Java platform in the near future. "An increasing number of music-enabled handsets are sold each year, and we aim to make midomi mobile available on all of these handsets. With the exciting functionality we're continuing to develop for midomi mobile, it will become the ultimate music search tool for the mobile market," says Keyvan Mohajer, CEO, MELODIS Corporation. The commercial potential of midomi is growing rapidly, according to Mohajer: "Both at the website and on midomi mobile, we're providing advertising opportunities that are easily and quickly accessible for viewers and advertisers alike. This is allowing us to continue growing the services we can offer to our users and partners." Recognizing its potential, Nokia has recently selected midomi mobile as the Application of the Week and it is showcased at Nokia's featured applications corner. (http://www.nokia.com/link?cid=EDITORIAL_894336) To download midomi mobile, users can visit mobile.midomi.com on their PC or m.midomi.com on their S60 phones. About midomi midomi (www.midomi.com) is the first-of-its-kind online music search engine and social community where you can find songs in the most intuitive way imaginable: sing a line, hum a few bars–even whistle your favorite tune! If it's not in the database, you can add it to the user-generated database by simply singing it in the midomi Studio. With new songs in 33 languages added to it each day by members all over the world, midomi has become the largest online repository of its kind. Currently available in ten languages and recognized by Popular Science magazine as one of the top global innovations of 2007, the free, membership-based midomi community is a vibrant social-networking destination that strikes a chord with music lovers the world over. For amateur and professional musicians, and talent seekers, midomi has become a unique forum to discover and be discovered. About MELODIS Corporation Incorporated in September 2005, MELODIS Corporation is building the next generation of search and sound recognition technologies that are "Breaking the Silence™" in human-computer interaction. These technologies have a variety of applications on the Internet, mobile devices, robotics, security applications and much more. MELODIS' technologies have been applied to music search, text search and speech recognition, and additional applications are currently under development. The MELODIS management team is comprised almost entirely of graduates from Stanford University, and the company has strong backing from leading Silicon Valley investors. With the launch of its online community, www.midomi.com , MELODIS has combined the world's most powerful search technologies with proven online models including social networking, user-generated content and digital content distribution, and is moving forward with its mission to build the world's most comprehensive database of searchable music. Read more about MELODIS Corporation at www.melodis.com . Copyright © MELODIS Corporation 2005-2008; Patents Pending Media Contact: Keyvan Mohajer Tel: 408 439 4453Naprosyn

Babicz Guitars to Raffle Off a Sandy Patti Autographed Guitar For Charity

Babicz Guitars to raffle off a Sandy Patti autographed guitar for charity. Sandy Patti is the latest of many artists who appreciate Babicz guitars. Those who want a celebrity autographed guitar can win one in the Babicz Guitars Celebrity Sweepstakes, too. Babicz Guitars USA is taking the lead in guitar technology. We have been very fortunate with the success of our company. We are participating to give back to the music community. Fort Wayne, IN (PRWEB) February 27, 2008 — The owners of Babicz Guitars have announced they will raffle off a guitar autographed by renowned Christian singer, Sandy Patti. Proceeds will be donated to the Indiana chapter of Charity Music, Inc. Roger Faschini, Founder and Executive Director of Charity Music, noted, "We are most thankful for the Babicz Guitars donation. As a corporate sponsor, Babicz Guitars is instrumental in helping make a difference." Charity Music is an all volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit public service organization headquartered in Michigan which provides musical instruments at no charge to individuals wishing to explore hidden musical talents. In addition, the new Babicz Guitars facility in Fort Wayne, Indiana, has become an official drop-off location for donated instruments. Jeff Carano, COO of Babicz Guitars, added, "We have been very fortunate with the success of our company. We are participating to give back to the music community." Those interested who want to participate can do so by visiting the Guitar Raffle page at www.charitymusic.org. Sandy Patti is the latest of many artists who appreciate Babicz guitars. Other musicians and singers have noted the exceptional technology and tone of Babicz Guitars. They include Todd Rundgren, Tim Orindgreff of Black Eyed Peas, King Crimson's Adrian Belew, and Mick Jones of Foreigner, to name a few. Sandy Patti, who resides in Indiana, has joined the Babicz circle of friends to help provide more opportunities in music. Ms. Patti, one of the biggest stars in Christian music, has earned three platinum albums, five gold albums, 33 Dove Awards, and five Grammys in her long career. She has recently released several new recordings, including two Christmas albums, An American Songbook album, and a Spanish-language CD. Ms. Patti has continued her extensive touring schedule with performances everywhere from churches to large venues with renowned orchestras. Those who want a celebrity autographed guitar can win one in the Babicz Guitars Celebrity Sweepstakes, too. Collectors have another chance to own a Sandy Patti signed guitar by visiting the new Babicz Guitars business web site. Jeff Babicz, CEO and chief product designer, said, "No pun intended, but there are no strings attached. Someone will get an autographed Babicz guitar raffled off for charity and someone will win one. Just visit us online at www.babiczguitarsnews.com to find out more." Babicz Guitars USA is taking the lead in guitar technology. The Babicz "icZ" Acoustic System consists of three patented technologies incorporated into the design of each guitar. The Lateral Compression Soundboard, the Continually Adjustable Neck, and the adjustable Torque Reducing Bridge all combine to provide enhanced resonance and sustain, improved ease of play, and proper intonation throughout the life of the instrument. Numerous design awards, industry publication reviews, and famous artists attest to the superior tonal quality in the higher-end guitars crafted by Babicz Guitars. For more details, visit www.babiczguitars.com.Flonase

Mobile Music Adoption Passes Tipping Point with Revenues Set to Reach $17.5bn by 2012, Whilst Ringtones Revenues Begin Rapid Decline, according to Juniper Research

The total value of the global mobile music market is expected to rise to more than $17.5bn by 2012, driven by rental music services and full-track downloads, according to a new report by Juniper Research. Hampshire, UK (PRWEB) February 26, 2008 — The total value of the global mobile music market is expected to rise to more than $17.5bn by 2012, driven by rental music services and full-track downloads, according to a new report by Juniper Research. With some operators now offering full-track downloads at a comparable price to iTunes, there is little justification for a ringtone retail price point that is in many cases two or even three times this level According to report author Dr Windsor Holden, "I think it's fair to say that 2007 marked the tipping point as far as mobile music adoption was concerned. Far more subscribers began downloading and subscribing to music content in developed markets, and it must be said that that the publicity surrounding the iPhone launch undoubtedly contributed to consumer awareness of mobile music services per se." However, the Juniper report also argues that current prices for ringtones are unsustainable and that the market for such services may already have peaked in a number of developed markets, arguing that competitive pricing allied to a steady migration to ad-funded and/or self-generated ringtones will lead to a gradual decline in global ringtone revenues. "With some operators now offering full-track downloads at a comparable price to iTunes, there is little justification for a ringtone retail price point that is in many cases two or even three times this level," said Holden. "Furthermore, those aggregators whose portfolios are largely dependent upon the polyphonic ringtone will be unable to survive in the medium term unless they both rethink their pricing strategies and substantially diversify their product portfolios." Other findings from the Juniper report include:

• The China/Far East region will remain the largest regional marketplace for mobile music services, accounting for around 43% of sales per annum over the next five years.
• Ringtones, which accounted for 62% of the mobile music market in 2007, will account for just 38% by 2012
• The report argues that more operators should emulate the Vodafone model and introduce similar subscription-based music rental services

Juniper Research assesses the current and future status of mobile adult services based on interviews, case studies and analysis from representatives of some of the leading organisations in the growing mobile adult services industry. White papers and further details of the study 'Mobile Music Services: Ringtones, Ringback Tones and Original Recordings (4th edition)' can be freely downloaded from http://www.juniperresearch.com Alternatively please contact John Levett at john.levett @ juniperresearch.com, telephone +44(0)1256 830002. Juniper Research provides research and analytical services to the global hi-tech communications sector, providing consultancy, analyst reports and industry commentary.Clomid

Michael Campion’s New Studio Version / Remix of Barack Obama “Yes We Can Song” Puts a New Twist on Will.i.am’s Massive Viral Video Hit

Singer/Songwriter and producer Michael Campion has recorded a new, studio version of the "Yes We Can Song". Paying homage to the original video, a project lead by two of the music and film industries' stars, rapper Will.i.am and producer Jesse Dylan, Campion has recorded two adaptations and remixes to the Yes We Can Song, which is based on Barack Obama's famous New Hampshire Primary speech. Campion's performances of the "Yes We Can Song" have reached over 30,000 views on YouTube, and his recording of the song is available for free download on his MySpace page. On his latest studio version of the Yes We Can Song, Campion once again has produced the video himself at no cost, and has written a fully arranged version of the song which features him on all instruments, and vocals. ‘);”> The Internet and inexpensive or free creative technologies such as blogs and video distribution give musicians, artists and everyday people the ability to ability to transmit their ideas to a worldwide audience immediately. This is an exciting time Albany, NY (PRWEB) February 25, 2008 — Singer/Songwriter and producer Michael Campion has recorded a new, studio version of the "Yes We Can Song". Paying homage to the original video, a project lead by two of the music and film industries' stars, rapper Will.i.am and producer Jesse Dylan, Campion has recorded two adaptations and remixes to the Yes We Can Song, which is based on Barack Obama's famous New Hampshire Primary speech. Campion's performances of the "Yes We Can Song" have reached over 30,000 views on YouTube, and his recording of the song is available for free download on his MySpace page. On his latest studio version of the Yes We Can Song, Campion once again has produced the video himself at no cost, and has written a fully arranged version of the song which features him on all instruments, and vocals. Michael Campion, a classically trained, multi-instrumentalist from Albany, NY was so moved by the song, within an hour of viewing will.i.am's video on YouTube on Saturday, February 2nd, he recorded his own version of the song in his bedroom. As the first cover of the song, it has become immediately popular on YouTube, with over 14,000 hits the first week it was online and one of the top 50 most viewed musician videos that week. The cover of the song was recorded live, with no edits and within one hour of seeing the original video. "I printed the lyrics, figured out the chord changes and hit record on my laptop." Campion comments about his improvised performance. "This is a true folk song in every sense". Taking that concept a step further, Campion created a fully arranged and produced version of the song using Apple's Logic Studio music creation program. Campion played guitar, keyboards, percussion, bass and sang on the recording. Using Apple's iPhoto, Campion used still images from Barack Obama's flickr site to create an inspirational video, which was later converted in Apple's iMovie for YouTube, MySpace, Facebook, Vimeo, Imeem, Gather, Bebo, MTV Think and other video and social networks. While not officially affiliated with the Will.i.am and Jesse Dylan project, or the Barack Obama campaign, Michael Campion is unofficially lending his talents to the support of both ventures. At the request of many YouTube viewers, Campion has also published the Guitar TAB for his version of the Yes We Can Song, which varies slightly from original. Campion adapted and added some of the chords heard in his versions of the song. "The Internet and inexpensive or free creative technologies such as blogs and video distribution give musicians, artists and everyday people the ability to ability to transmit their ideas to a worldwide audience immediately. This is an exciting time," Campion comments. Celebrities featured in the will.i.am and Jesse Dylan video include: Common, Esthero, Herbie Hancock, John Legend, Kareem Abdul Jabbar, Kate Walsh, Nick Cannon, Nicole Scherzinger, Scarlett Johannson, Tatyana Ali, Tracee Ellis Ross, will.i.am. To view Michael Campion's New Studio Version of the "Yes We Can Song" click here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y8LGFNX9M4g To download the free MP3 click here: http://www.myspace.com/michaelcampionmusic To view Michael Campion's original cover of the "Yes We Can Song" click here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1R-clcNkm3M To view the will.i.am version of the "Yes We Can Song" click here: http://www.dipdive.com/ More about Michael Campion may be found at http://www.michaelcampion.comMale Enhancement Oil

World Music Recording Market to Reach US$40.8 Billion by 2010, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Entertainment is one of the fastest changing industries due to its intricate dependence on technology. Due to rapid changes, all major companies in all sectors are reviewing their activities with a view to imbibe technology and be prepared for the 'future digital'. The music recording industry is presently experiencing a discordant note in its many years of vibrant existence. The industry, which exhibited tremendous growth in the past years, is presently in the grip of piracy and losing sales. San Jose, California (PRWEB) February 25, 2008 — World Music Recording market is forecast to post a modest CAGR of 0.94% over the 2000-2010 analysis period and reach in excess of US$40.8 billion by 2010. The US, with a share estimated at 36.92% in 2006, forms the largest Music Recording market worldwide, while Asia-Pacific, with a CAGR of 1.93% over the aforementioned period, is expected to emerge as the fastest growing region. Traditional manufacturers of recording media are shifting over from magnetic media to optical discs, while many other record companies are shifting towards the online platform. Companies are also shifting their production facilities to regions with low manufacturing costs. Another interesting feature of this industry is the presence of high levels of consolidation, allowing only four companies to dominate the world market. These companies, through their regional setups, operate across all major regions of the world and have also emerged as leading players in those regions. Major companies are now repositioning themselves in the market to make the best of online ‘revolution’. Other than record labels, other companies such as optical disc and digital tape manufacturers, are also witnessing growth, with demand for discs and tape increasing from not only music, but also from other quarters such as the IT industry. Of the Big Four and various other music companies that also own CD production facilities, some of them are vertically integrated. Technology has been a dominant force in the music recording industry. The recording industry witnessed a metamorphosis since early phonographs to the current stage of portable digital players. The industry witnessed a sea of change in the last two decades. Invention of the compact disc in the 1980s pushed the music industry into a ‘digital’ overdrive. Digital technology brought forth newer opportunities to the growing industry, with other allied industries such as motion pictures and video games also making use of the technology. Along with digitalization of music came proprietary formats such as Dolby® Digital, THX®, etc. Technology now is being used to offer the ultimate experience to the end user, what with music CDs/DVDs that the person purchases, or the motion pictures they watch at multiplexes. Emergence of digital technology also put companies under pressure to offer better competitive prices to end users. Though this phenomenon was observed mostly in advanced and developed countries, markets in developing regions were weak but presented a good opportunity for future growth. Music piracy is growing rapidly leaving the legitimate music industry gasping for sales. While demand for music reached an all time high, sales have actually dropped. Much of the decrease in sales is to be blamed on increasing availability of free music through Internet and due to mass copying, especially in the Asia-Pacific and Latin American regions. Annual sales for 2004 fell by about 1.4% in terms of value, the slowest since the turn of the century. Clearly, decrease in sales reflects how commercial value of music is being devalued by way of piracy. Proliferation of illegal sites has shown that demand for online music is flourishing. Major companies covered include Universal Music Group, Sony BMG Music Entertainment, Warner Music Group, and EMI Group. For more details about this research report, please visit http://www.strategyr.com/Music_Recording_Industry_Market_Report.asp About Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Global Industry Analysts, Inc., (GIA) is a reputed publisher of off-the-shelf market research. Founded in 1987, the company is globally recognized as one of the world’s largest market research publishers. The company employs over 700 people worldwide and publishes more than 880 full-scale research reports each year. Additionally, the company also offers a range of over 60,000 smaller research products including company reports, market trend reports, and industry reports encompassing all major industries worldwide. Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Telephone 408-528-9966 Fax 408-528-9977 Email press@StrategyR.com Web Site www.StrategyR.comMobic

Electronic Artist, Machine Boy, Releases His Second Single, ‘Building a Better Boy’ - A Plugged in Commentary on the Here and Now

Birmingham, UK Electronic Artist Machine Boy celebrates his triumphant 'Action Figures' success with the release of the title track of his album 'Building a Better Boy'. London, UK (PRWEB) February 25, 2008 — Machine Boy's eclectic electronica has won the supoort and play of MTV2's 120 Minutes, Gill Mills's Best of MySpace Podcast, Huw Stevens' BBC Radio 1 'On the Radar' and BBC Radio's Tom Robinson's 'Introducing' show that gets 'close to the music that matters'. Topical themes of gang violence were at the root of this track. Of his latest offering (already garnering radio play and podcast inclusion), Dean Cook, Machine boy's alter ego said 'Again, it's another vocal driven swipe at our society. How do we solve problems of hatred and violence especially on our streets? The lyrics are a recipe; the ingredients for a better humanity.' The accentuation of perceived electronic coldness plus the warmth of the humanitarian lyrics bring Machine boy's music to a new level of consciousness - a plugged in commentary on the here and now. Electronic music is enjoying a fertile renaissance. It's wide remit is being welcomed from the vocally driven Miss Kittin, to the relentless 'Turning Dragon'. The experimental sound of Machine Boy sits with his contemporaries that stretch from underground hit to mainstream success. Dean is the mastermind behind the Machine Boy project. His clever imagery and animation add a sense of mystery to the music. He said 'Robots are fashionable! X-Box's Halo 3 bore a striking resemblance to Machine Boy. It's release last year was the largest single-day financial event in entertainment history.' Machine Boy is undoubtedly a Stanley Kubrick fan and it's no accident that 'Building a Better boy' release comes along at the same time as the 2008 Film Odyssey Exhibition at the Barbican - 'Inspiring!' he said. www.machineboy.co.uk www.myspace.com/machineboyuk www.myspace.com/8pr FOR FURTHER INFO PLEASE CONTACT:- Contact: joan @ 8pr.co.ukVytorin

Singer/Musician PHEROZE releases debut solo effort, Driftwood

Former Scar Culture Frontman to Perform at NYC's Club, TENELEVEN. Live Performance and CD Release Party for Pheroze's debut solo effort, Driftwood. CD available on iTunes and pheroze.com. Brooklyn, NY (PRWEB) February 22, 2008 — New York-based singer/musician Pheroze showcases his new collection of songs entitled Driftwood with a performance and CD Release Party at the East Village venue, Teneleven, on Friday, March 7th at 9:00pm. The performance will showcase many of the cuts from the new CD and Pheroze's dynamic stage presence and stunning vocal range. Having hung up his metal roots with Century Media recording artists Scar Culture, Pheroze seamlessly combines the spectrum of rock sounds with eclectic musical leanings into his Indo/Persian heritage. The result is Driftwood, an album born of honest cross-style agility and passionately theatrical ebb and flow. Never Lie to the Pavement Pheroze's fiery voice soars through lushly composed songs and lyrics that tear at the core of the soul. From the salsa infused groove of "Never Lie to the Pavement" to the percussive tribal yells of "Killer Whales", through the forlorn swirl of "Venus Cried" to the hopeful awe of arena anthem "Daydreams", Pheroze's music stirs the bare soul and inspires the esoteric mind. With over ten years under his belt as a professional musician and songwriter, Pheroze has taken the production helm on Driftwood. With the exception of drums, Pheroze played all instruments on the record, including exploring his Indian roots by incorporating the esraj, sarod, and gopichand. Mixing was done under the masterful ear of Nick Cohen (Redman, Ill Nino, Brian McKnight, 40 Below Summer). Driftwood is available at iTunes.com, CDBaby.com and www.pheroze.com. For more information, promotional requests, or to set up an interview please contact press(at)pheroze.com.Viagra Professional