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CARRIE UNDERWOOD RECEIVES SOUNDEXCHANGE HALL OF FAME AWARD

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Monday, December 18, 2023

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SoundExchange, the premier music tech organization powering the future of music, announced today that country superstar Carrie Underwood has been honored with the SoundExchange Hall of Fame Award as one of the most streamed artists in the organization's 20-year history.

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  • WASHINGTON, Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SoundExchange, the premier music tech organization powering the future of music, announced today that country superstar Carrie Underwood has been honored with the SoundExchange Hall of Fame Award as one of the most streamed artists in the organization's 20-year history.
  • "Carrie Underwood made history right out of the gate with her 2005 debut single 'Inside Your Heaven,' which made her the first country singer to debut atop The Billboard Hot 100," said Michael Huppe, President and CEO of SoundExchange.
  • We are thrilled to honor Carrie with the SoundExchange Hall of Fame Award."
  • Underwood was presented with her SoundExchange Hall of Fame Award by President and CEO Michael Huppe at Resorts World Theatre during the latest run of her ongoing REFLECTION: The Las Vegas Residency , which has been extended into 2024.

'KRAZY K-POP SUPER CONCERT' ANNOUNCES SHOWNU AND HYUNGWON OF MONSTA X AND IVE AS HEADLINERS ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 26 IN NYC AT UBS ARENA

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Monday, June 5, 2023

LOS ANGELES, June 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pulse Events, the company known for their renowned events bringing global music to New York has announced today their 'Krazy K-Pop Super Concert', the inaugural K-pop music event coming to UBS Arena at Belmont Park, located 30 minutes from Penn Station or Grand Central via LIRR, on Saturday, August 26. SHOWNU and HYUNGWON will officially perform as a unit of K-pop super group MONSTA X for their comeback at the state-of-the-art arena alongside girl group IVE. The chart-topping groups will be joined by other hitmakers AB6IX and Kwon Eun Bi. Tickets for the event on sale June 9 at krazysuperconcert.com.

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  • SHOWNU and HYUNGWON will officially perform as a unit of K-pop super group MONSTA X for their comeback at the state-of-the-art arena alongside girl group IVE.
  • This performance also marks a comeback with group leader, SHOWNU, fresh from his stint in the Korean military and will showcase MONSTA X members as a duo with members SHOWNU and HYUNGWON.
  • Their most recent album, 'I've I'VE' topped the Circle Album Chart with nearly 1.5 million units sold in its first week.
  • Including 'I've I'VE', all of the group's single albums — "Eleven," "Love Dive," and "After Like" — have hit No.

Chart-Topping Rock Band Saving Abel Premieres New Music Video For Latest Single "Baptize Me"

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Thursday, May 18, 2023

Penned by bandmates Jared Weeks and Jason Null, alongside co-writer Skidd Mills, "Baptize Me" is a musical pathway to lead singer and founder Week's years-long recovery, redemption, and return to the band. While deeply personal for the group, it is an anthem that speaks to every listener—it offers hope and determination while proving that you should never give up--and it highlights the band's ability to transcend their personal trials, grow stronger as a group, and stand the test of time, while appealing to new audiences around the globe.

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  • "That's what 'Baptize Me' represents - a relentless fight for self, life, treating others well, and standing for what matters.
  • Saving Abel rose to rock prominence with their widely recognized track "Addicted," which hit the airwaves in March 2008.
  • As a result, "Addicted" swiftly dominated radio, securing top positions on the Active Rock, Rock, and Modern Rock charts, while concurrently reaching an impressive No.
  • However, in recent years, he has attained sobriety and prioritized self-care--a transformative process evident in the band's latest music.

NEW BOSE "TURN THE DIAL" INITIATIVE SEEKS TO CLOSE GENDER GAP IN MUSIC PRODUCTION AND HELP THE WORLD REALIZE THE FULL POWER OF SOUND

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023

FRAMINGHAM, Mass., March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In a recent analysis of popular songs from the last decade, only 2.8% were produced by women. Even further, new findings from Bose1 show that the number is even lower in the last year, with only 2.3% of Top 100 hits in 2022 produced by women.

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  • Bose has also partnered with trailblazing artists and producers H.E.R., PinkPantheress, BLOND:ISH and WondaGurl to highlight the importance of the initiative and inspire the next generation of creators.
  • "Like music producers, Bose has a passionate group of people who, through their craft, seek to create amazing audio experiences for people to enjoy.
  • "With more diversity in who is creating music, the more powerful it will be — different, richer, all encompassing.
  • Working together, Bose and She is The Music have cultivated a 'Sound is Power Impact Board,' comprised of accomplished music artists and repertoire (A&R) executives and producers.

Ram Truck Brand Celebrates Agriculture Communities Across the Nation and Heads to 2022 National FFA Convention & Expo With Country Music Artist Jackson Dean

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Friday, October 21, 2022

This year's Ram Truck presence will feature an exclusive FFA convention performance by rising country music singer-songwriter Jackson Dean at the Ram Truck brand exhibit.

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  • This year's Ram Truck presence will feature an exclusive FFA convention performance by rising country music singer-songwriter Jackson Dean at the Ram Truck brand exhibit.
  • Coinciding with participation at the National FFA Convention & Expo, Ram is launching a new digital video, "Wings," starring Dean.
  • "We admire and applaud these future agriculture leaders and will continue to encourage their aspirations in any way possible."
  • In 2009, the Ram Truck brand launched as a stand-alone division, focused on meeting the demands of truck buyers and delivering benchmark-quality vehicles.

Baby Shark's Second NFT Collection is Set to Launch on Leading NFT Marketplace MakersPlace

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Wednesday, August 24, 2022

Following the instant sell-out of Baby Shark's initial limited NFT collection, the cultural icon with the most viewed video in YouTube history is back with a generative NFT project featuring Baby Shark and his family: Baby Shark, Mommy Shark, Daddy Shark, Grandma Shark and Grandpa Shark.

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  • Following the instant sell-out of Baby Shark's initial limited NFT collection, the cultural icon with the most viewed video in YouTube history is back with a generative NFT project featuring Baby Shark and his family: Baby Shark, Mommy Shark, Daddy Shark, Grandma Shark and Grandpa Shark.
  • After the initial NFT sell-out, MakersPlace is proud to partner with Baby Shark to enhance a deeper commitment to their collective audiences," says Craig Palmer, CEO of MakersPlace.
  • "MakersPlace is the natural choice for us to launch our latest collection given its position in the NFT marketplace and the success of our last launch with them."
  • As a digital-first sensation, its growing success continues with its newest NFT collection expanding the Baby Shark footprint within the metaverse and beyond.

TAL MELTZER JOINS HALLWOOD MEDIA

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Wednesday, July 6, 2022

LOS ANGELES, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hallwood Media, the music industry's top writer-producer management company, announced today that Tal Meltzer has joined the company as Vice President of A&R.  Meltzer joins Hallwood with vast experience from APG, Super X and Vanacore where he successfully placed over 400 syncs. Meltzer was first managed by Hallwood Media founder and CEO Neil Jacobson and Dark Room Records CEO Justin Lubliner as a producer in 2015.

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  • LOS ANGELES, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hallwood Media, the music industry's top writer-producer management company,announced today that Tal Meltzer has joined the company as Vice President of A&R.
  • Meltzer joins Hallwood with vast experience from APG, Super X and Vanacore where he successfully placed over 400 syncs.
  • Meltzer was first managed by Hallwood Media founder and CEO Neil Jacobson and Dark Room Records CEO Justin Lubliner as a producer in 2015.
  • Hallwood Media founder and CEO Neil Jacobson shared: "Tal embodies what I believe a true A&R should be.

PEPSI® PARTNERS WITH BILLBOARD AND MRC LIVE & ALTERNATIVE TO DROP FIRST-EVER LIVE NFT MINTING EXPERIENCE DURING THE "2022 BILLBOARD MUSIC AWARDS"

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Wednesday, May 11, 2022

PURCHASE, N.Y., May 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Pepsi announced a first-ever innovative second screen NFT experience in partnership with Billboard and MRC Live & Alternative to provide a new way for fans to engage with live entertainment. The groundbreaking Pepsi Mic Drop x Billboard Music Awards "Winners' Club" NFT Collection, available through the Billboard ChartStars platform, is a limited-edition digital collectible collection created for the "2022 Billboard Music Awards" (BBMAs) that gives fans the opportunity to claim NFTs in real-time as awards are announced throughout the show. Additionally, the telecast will feature a brand-new "Pepsi Mic Drop Moment" honoring one artist or group that has earned unique success on the Billboard Hot 100, continuing the Pepsi brand's rich legacy in working with and supporting musicians. 

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  • The Pepsi Mic Drop x Billboard Music Awards "Winners' Club"NFT Collection will mark the first time music fans will be able to take home a piece of the Billboard Music Awards via Billboard ChartStars, built on aleading eco-friendly Flow blockchain.
  • One additional exclusive drop will feature the Pepsi Mic Drop Moment, a brand-new honor from Pepsi celebrating one artist or group who has achieved huge success on the Billboard charts this year.
  • "This collection is built to be broadly accessible to music fans who want to capture a piece of history from this year's 2022 Billboard Music Awards.
  • For more information, visit BillboardChartStars.com
    The "2022 Billboard Music Awards" is produced by MRC Live & Alternative.

UNITEDMASTERS INTRODUCES BEAT EXCHANGE, THE PREMIER MARKETPLACE TO BUY AND SELL BEATS

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Thursday, May 5, 2022

BROOKLYN, N.Y., May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, UnitedMasters, the "record label in your pocket" for independent artists, has announced the release of Beat Exchange, a curated marketplace to buy and sell beats. The Beat Exchange connects producers with UnitedMasters' 1.5 million independent artists while providing them with best-in-class tools to upload and manage a personal beats storefront.

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  • BROOKLYN, N.Y., May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, UnitedMasters , the "record label in your pocket" for independent artists, has announced the release of Beat Exchange , a curated marketplace to buy and sell beats.
  • The Beat Exchange connects producers with UnitedMasters' 1.5 million independent artists while providing them with best-in-class tools to upload and manage a personal beats storefront.
  • Beat Exchange serves as an intuitive platform for producers to upload and sell their beats, unlocking multiple paths to earning from their beats.
  • and editorial playlists will drive discovery
    Coinciding with the launch of Beat Exchange, UnitedMasters is also releasing "Who Made The Beat?"

DJ Khaled’s Another Wing Drops Plant-based LikeWings with Miami Wing Dispensary on 4.20 in Partnership with LikeMeat and REEF Kitchens

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Monday, April 18, 2022

Today DJ Khaleds Another Wing unveils LikeWings , new plant-based additions to its U.S. menu in partnership with LikeMeat , a LIVEKINDLY Collective brand.

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  • Today DJ Khaleds Another Wing unveils LikeWings , new plant-based additions to its U.S. menu in partnership with LikeMeat , a LIVEKINDLY Collective brand.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220418005125/en/
    DJ Khaleds Another Wing unveils LikeWings, new plant-based additions to its U.S. menu in partnership with LikeMeat.
  • "This LikeWings collaboration is an incredible opportunity for people who dont eat meat to enjoy the incredible flavors of Another Wing.
  • This collab combines the flavors of Another Wing with the plant power of LikeMeat, said DJ Khaled.