Music that helps pregnant women sleep!

We found out about 3 weeks ago that I am about 60 days pregnant. This will be my first child. Both my husband and I are thrilled! However I haven’t been able to sleep at ALL since finding out as there is so much to think about – doctors, vitamins, decorating, childproofing, buying things the baby will need, how are we pay for this – what do I do about my job? Go back to work after the baby is born, if so, who will watch the baby… be at stay at home? Etc etc.. I used to take a sleeping pill or have a glass of wine to get to sleep but can’t do that any longer. So, I set out on a journey to find some natural methods to de-stress so that I can rest and nurture a healthy baby.

A mother of 3 told me about a meditational chant CD that she swears by. I bought it online and tried it and I am now sleeping like a baby (no pun intended ha ha). ABSOLUTELY FELT THE NEED TO SHARE THIS WITH OTHER PREGNANT WOMEN!!!!

Here’s what the website says about it (and its honestly so TRUE!).
“A collection of chants and mantras specially selected to help carry a healthy and absolutely vital pregnancy. By bringing the emotions under control through changes in the brainwave pattern, both in the morning and evening, expectant mothers are relived of stress, in turn creating a nurturing environment for the fetus”

You can check it out here, and if you register, then you get other free downloads too (they have a whole lot of destressing really cool mind/body/spirit stuff on their site).

Kenny Garret- Amazing Jazz Artist

Kenny Garrett is killin’! Kenny’s live show has begged for a recording for years. The band seems to always be in flux but whomever is behind
him is always blowing. Pharoah Sanders joins Kenny from this live show recording at the Iridium in Manhattan.

On this new live release, “Sketches of MD”, in addition to Sanders, Garrett is joined on stage by Nat Reeves on bass, Benito Gonzalez on keys and Jamire Williams on drums. GEEZ when I’m listening to the CD – I’m kickin’ myself for not having been there – it must’ve been even more amazing LIVE! (But hey, its a great live recording that’s pretty close to actually being there – the quality is great…so I guess I outta get over it &be happy for the CD release!)

To check out more about him and to see an interview with Kenny go here: http://www.mackavenue.com/mediaserve/epks/kg/

If you want to buy the CD or listen to some songs, you can go here: http://www.borders.com/online/store/TitleDetail?sku=673203104228

To get some downloads, check this out.. http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?i=289341506&id=289340038&s=143441

Perfect Christmas Gift!!

I found this AMAZING gift idea for yoga moms!! It’s a gift bag that includes a great CD called “Mantras for my Children and Yours” (it includes English translations) plus 108 count chanting beads wrapped in a beautiful green organza gift bag with crystals, free shipping & no Sales Tax (except for Texas residents). I can’t believe I stumbled across this on her website after my yoga instructor turned me on to her CD (which is great because it incorporates a little bit of hip-hop into the beautiful chants). Separately all the items would cost about $30, but you can get it on MantraMom’s site for about half that. Go here to check it out or buy it: http://www.mantramom.com/purchase-chanting-for-children-cd/

New twist on traditional Xmas songs by Lisbeth Scott

Lisbeth Scott just released her first Christmas Album!  Her angelic voice is so perfectly suited for holiday music – hear it here, you be the judge! http://www.kosmicmusic.com/do/product/MP3_LisbethScott/SCO-10024?&giftStatus=true

 

Tracks are just 99 cents, and it comes with a FREE 5 song sampler!!  Merry Christmas to me!  I bought several tracks to play at my Christmas party!

“Peace on Earth” includes her original hot single “Take Me Home” plus a couple of other originals including the title cut,  and traditional favorites like Silent Night and Come All ye Faithful.   Her rendition of Silent Night leaves me speachless its so beautiful!

 

It’s only available in download here…. http://www.kosmicmusic.com/do/product/MP3_LisbethScott/SCO-10024?&giftStatus=true

 

I didn’t realize she is on over 100 soundtracks including Spielberg’s “Munich,” “The Passion of the Christ”, Disney’s “The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe”, “Prince Caspian” and so many more. If you like Liz Frazer,  Cocteau Twins, etc….you’ll love Lisbeth Scott.

Retro Hockey Gear – Holiday Gifts

Looking for that one of a kind gift for the hockey fan in your life? Give him/her our Top quality RETRO VANCOUVER MILLIONAIRES hockey jersey (or hockey sweater as they used to call it). Celebrating the 100 year Anniversary of the 1910 creation of the only hockey team hailing from Vancouver, BC to win the prestigious Stanley Cup in 1915.

The jersey is 100% Pro weight fabric and has Flow-Tech™ breathable mesh for complete comfort . It also features the classic Lace up Neck and the famous, unforgettable Felt Chest Logo.
Here’s what some hockey figures had to say:
“You have to wear those jerseys with honor” Craig Schira, Vancouver Giants
“The most outstanding retro jersey in the world of hockey” Dan Taylor, Rogers Sportsnet Pacific

2 WAYS TO GET YOUR VANCOUVER MILLIONAIRES JERSEY DELIVERED!
1) Pick it up in North Vancouver at the Vintage Leagues Ltd. Shoppe
2) Express Postal Delivery

To Order online go to: www.VancouverMillionaires.com

JOIN THE PARTY & PICK IT UP AT THE SHOPPE
Or, you can pick them up in person at the Vintage Leagues Headquarters at:
225 Londsdale Avenue in North Vancouver, BC (map) – or come join the usual gathering for sports fanatics and casual fans who browse, shop and talk sports over a hot beverage.

*The person posting this, has been compensated to disseminate the above information

Attn. Booking Agents – Now booking Stars of America with Headliner Idol Ruben Studdard plus Nikki McKibbin, Jasmine Trias, Brandon Rogers, Haley Scarnato, and Micahel Johns

Booking Agents! Revenue boosting live concert event: Stars of America now available for booking worldwide! This Live Concert Tour is headlined by season two American Idol winner Ruben Studdard. Since his win, he was nominated for a 2002 Grammy for his song “Superstar,” and has released four major albums. He has brought in huge ticket sales in such musicals as Ain’t Misbehavin’ and achieved further fame on his many live appearances on The View, Oprah, and The Late Show with David Letterman.

Eager fans ready to line up at the Box Office for Studdard will be elated to find he is accompanied by other idol favorites such as the red-haired rocker Nikki McKibbin, Platinum Album artist Jasmine Trias, TV personality Brandon Rogers, Country ‘Cutie’ Haley Scarnato, and Aussie soul singer Michael Johns.

Every one of these stars reaped millions of viewers and tens of thousands of fans as finalists on the popular television show American Idol. These fans have proved their loyalty by continuing to follow the careers of these performers, including attending live concerts such as this.

View TV Spot for Bookers here

:30 & :60 Radio Spots for Bookers here

*While the above mentioned premier line-up is available Worldwide, we are also able to create an exclusive custom tailored line-up by Promoter, or Market utilizing these Idols as well and/or other Idol fan favorites.

For booking, contact:
Mike Rand
Popular Music
(248) 595-8742
Mike@PopMusicLive.net
www.PopMusicLive.net

*The information posted herein has been provided to this blogger who has been compensated to disseminate same; and/or some of the views posted herein are the opinion of the blogger.

Rock ‘n Retail Donates $15,000 in CDs/DVDs/Books to Children’s Hospital LA

Press Contact:
RocknRetail2001@cs.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 14, 2009

11th ANNUAL ROCK ‘n RETAIL MUSIC MARKETING -
CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL L.A. HOLIDAY DRIVE
REAPS DONATIONS OF OVER $15,000 IN CD’S/DVD’S/BOOKS

Los Angeles, CA – Even during tough economic times, Record Labels/Distributors, Management Companies, DVD Distributors/Manufacturers, Artists and Public Relations Firms opened their hearts and provided generous donations to this year’s Rock ‘n Retail Children’s Hospital Holiday Drive.

In light of the H1N1 outbreak, this is a particularly tough holiday season for the many patients at the Hospital. Due to the highly contagious nature of this virus, CHLA has imposed quarantines, restricted visitation, and cancelled all holiday parties this year.

Per Gale Rosenberg, President of Rock ‘n Retail, LLC: “We are so incredibly grateful to our many Sponsors including Craig ‘n Company, Greenleaf & Associates, Hot Foot Records, Sony Music, Shout Factory, Rockabye Baby!, Putumayo World Music, Sugar Red Drive/Hardin Entertainment, Warner Bros. Records, Almighty Music Marketing, Wiggins Music Group Worldwide, Tinderbox Music, Warp Records, & Global Journey/Australian Sun Records; without whom these wonderful donations would not have been possible.”

“All totaled we donated over 1,000 units of quality merchandise including such artists/products as Christina Aguilera, Brandi, Sugar Red Drive, Lullaby Renditions of Carrie Underwood, The Honey Dogs, Smithsonian DVDs, Polar Express Books & DVD’s, Jewish Artists Celebrate Hip-Hop, Lola & The Red Hots, Disco Explosion DVD, Amiel, Animal Playground and Classical Baby & CD Book Sets; to name just a few titles” states Rosenberg.

Wendy Kellaris, Director of Volunteer Services for Children’s Hospital L.A. states: “The positive impact of music, books and other entertainment of this type cannot be measured. It is therapeutic, soothing and healing. We give our many thanks to Rock ‘n Retail for their 11 years of support to Children’s Hospital.”

“Donations made during the Holiday season make up 80% of our yearly donations. We use these donations all year round. The patients get a gift every week while in the hospital as well as an additional gift for birthdays, recovery from operations, traumatic events, etc. We distribute 70,000 gifts yearly and must rely on the generosity of the Community to help us accomplish this very important task. Patients are fortunate to have such excellent Doctors and Nurses taking care of them, but sometimes the most important thing for them is the knowledge that people outside our walls care about them as well” states Kellaris.

Pictured from Left: Rock ‘n Retail Staffers Matt McFerran, M. Anthony Librizzi, Children’s Hospital Linda Drexel, Rock ‘n Retail President Gale Rosenberg, Children’s Hospital Wendy Kellaris; Web ‘n Retail’s Lydia McIntosh & Eugene Cho. For more information on the company go to: www.WebNRetail.net

Webcast of Live Xmas Concert Featuring 11 former American Idols. View for 30 days @ .26 cents a day until January 5

Pay-per-view Webcast to be filmed at Live Concert Featuring 11 former American Idols on Saturday, December 5, 7:30 pm (PST)

Worldwide pay-per-view webcast, only $7.99 for up to 30 days of viewing (Dec. 5 to Jan. 5); watch as often as you wish. The webcast includes behind the scenes pre-show interviews with all 11 Idols as well as the 2-hour live show!

Get your webcast ticket here: http://bit.ly/AmericanXmas

AMERICAN CHRISTMAS features an amazing lineup including the original red-haired rocker from season one, NIKKI McKIBBIN, who made appearances on VH1’s Celebrity Rehab and VH1’s Sober House in 2008; platinum recording artist, second runner up in season three, JASMINE TRIAS; TV Guide Channel correspondent and Idol Tonight co-host BRANDON ROGERS. Also performing are HALEY SCARNATO, ALEXIS STONE LOPEZ, RJ HELTON, LINDSEY CARDINALE, SUNDANCE HEAD,
NIKKO SMITH, CHEKEZIE, and AMY DAVIS!

The show will be held at The Lincoln Theater in Napa Valley, California! The Idols will be singing holiday classics from the American Christmas CD, and several Idols will be debuting brand new songs!

*This show is produced by Chenoa Music and is not affiliated in any way with American Idol, 19 TV Ltd., 19 Entertainment, Fremantle Media North America, Inc. or any other company or organization.

Taylor Spears Recommends Top Ten CD’s & MP3’s For Holiday Gift Giving

This month TaylorSpearsRecommends brings you an eclectic collection of holiday favorites (and some not so holiday-ish favorites too!). On the list is Kermit Ruffins, Count Basie, Harry Connick, Jr., Jeremy Davenport, Louis Armstrong, Wynton Marsalis, Sting, Sugarland, Carrie Underwood & Los Lonely Boys.

I’ll guide you the right gift for everyone on your list! There’s some great deals out there in November, so don’t delay, start your gift buying today!

Holiday DOWNLOAD Gift Guide – Kermit Ruffins, Sachal Varandasi, Jon Legend & More!

Welcome to my HOLIDAY DOWNLOAD GIFT GUIDE! We’ve got Kermit Ruffins, Sachal Varandasi, Count Basie, Jon Legend, Jennifer Hudson, Duffy, Frank Sinatra, Yo-Yo Ma, Dan Hicks and The Hot Licks, & Madeleine Peyroux. I’ll guide you the right downloads for everyone on your list! There’s some great deals out there in November, so don’t delay, start your gift buying today!
There’s some great deals out there in November, so don’t delay, start your gift buying today!

Holiday CD Gift Guide Incl. Kermit Ruffins, Count Basie, Jeremy Davenport & More

Welcome to my HOLIDAY Top 10 CD GIFT GUIDE! On the list is Kermit Ruffins, Count Basie, Harry Connick, Jr., Jeremy Davenport, Louis Armstrong, Wynton Marsalis, Sting, Sugarland, Carrie Underwood & Los Lonely Boys. From GREAT New Orleans Xmas music, to the ultimate Count Basie, to Country & Crooners and a variety of other genres.

I’ll guide you the right gift for everyone on your list! There’s some great deals out there in November, so don’t delay, start your gift buying today!

Get this music to bring with you to your Spa, if you’re tired of falling asleep there as I am…

Serene and tranquil, Paul Avgerinos music has the ability to relax you completely without putting you to sleep! It enhanced my spa experience greatly. This music gives me energy and a feeling of peacefulness…now that’s the music they should play instead of that generic stuff!

The one thing that makes me not want to go to the spa, or for a massage is that they always play that same music with the waves and the seagulls. Yes, it’s nice to that it puts you to sleep but I didn’t go there to SLEEP in the middle of the day! When I leave, my day is shot as I’m so exhausted I can barely drive myself home!

So, I set out on a journey to find music that is calming and peaceful, without being TIRING and I found just that with Paul Avgerinos’ “Love”.
You can hear some tracks & get the CD here: http://bit.ly/RoundSky

Get Downloads here: http://bit.ly/qHz2P

Love Music

” Grammy nominated, Avgerinos is one of the giants of Ambient music”
- All Music Guide
Paul Avgerinos is a Grammy nominated Composer and Producer whose music is broadcast all over the world. Paul’s New Age albums consistently reach the Top Ten in Radio and have won major awards Three years running.
He has worked on over One Hundred film and TV projects . Paul has been involved in a number of Platinum album productions and has collaborated with Aerosmith, Jewel, Run DMC, Willie Nelson & Deana Carter.
Currently, he lives and works in Redding, CT, where the deer pass by his studio windows and the hawks and eagles give inspiration from above. www.StudioUnicorn.net http://bit.ly/RoundSky
You can also get downloads here: http://bit.ly/qHz2P

Pacific Northwest Rock Band, Volifonix Sponsored by Ninkasi Brewing Company- Now Touring!

Volifonix is a rockin’ four piece band including horns hailing from Eugene. They’re also lucky enough to be sponsored by the awesome micro-brewery, “Ninkasi Brewing Company.”

If you like 311, Decemberists, Silver Sun Pickups, Akron/Family, RHCP’s, Zepplin, Pink Floyd, Parliament Funkadelic, Earth Wind & Fire or Jeff Buckley, you’ll love Volifonix!

What’s better….pulling deeply on a pint of crisp and hoppy northwest microbrew or chilling out while funky songs about everything from parties to art & passion to positions against “the man” pulsate from your speakers?

If you answered “both” pour yourself a cold one and check out Oregonisms (topsecret records 2009) from Eugene darlings, Volifonix (aka VFX) who happen to be on tour all year and who are blissfully blessed in being fueled by the NW’s newest cult beer makers; “Ninkasi Brewing Company.”

Catch a whiff of life in a northern town, Volifonix style. Mmmmm….smoove!

Myspace: http://bit.ly/19X1D
iTunes: http://bit.ly/3vlBGx
Amazon: http://bit.ly/T6Zp8
Get a whiff of Beer Love here

http://www.ninkasibrewing.com/