Indie Artist News – Derek Reese Performing

New York, NY – Nightingale Indie Artist Derek Reese will be

performing at The Sullivan Hall on February 8th 2012. Show starts at *:30 pm and tickets are going for $10.

Located at 214 Sullivan St. New York, NY

Composer News – Njacko Backo Performing

Toronto ON - Gladstone World presents Njacko Backo and Kalimba Kalimba on Thursday February 23rd in the Melody Bar. It is 100% FREE and starts at 9pm. See you there!

Gladstone Hotel – 1214 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON

Art Of The Guillotine – Editing the masterpiece doc “Inside Job”

In this video the panel at Edit Fest New York discusses the ins and outs of editing ‘Inside Job’, the critically acclaimed documentary on the recent financial crisis.

This video provided courtesy of the Art of the Guillotine website

Nightingale Indie Artist – Ready In 10 Performing

Boston MA – Ready In 10 have some shows in Boston this weekend! If your in the area make sure you get there!

Friday Jan 6 and 7 – 8 pm @ The Harp – 85 Causeway St, Boston MA

To listen to tracks by Ready In 10 click HERE

It’s Christmas, and Chanukah and a whole New Year!

Message From The President…

I was sent a wonderful video on youtube the other day about ‘appreciation’. It’s not a new concept and so often, we are told; ‘to smell the roses’, ‘to  take  each day, one day at time’, ‘that the journey is more rewarding than the  destination’ and so on.  All true, but no matter how important these messages are, they often get lost or forgotten because we hear them all the time.  Sometimes it really takes  a bolt  of lightning, or a profound experience to wake us up.

Don’t get me wrong. I’m incredibly grateful for everything. For my friends, an amazing family and to be in the business that I always wanted to be in, surrounded by the most talented, creative (and colourful) musicians,  and artists, but admittedly sometimes I too just forget to take a moment out to reflect on it and to appreciate it every day…

“Today is not just another day, -it’s unique and it’s a gift”. This is a quote from the video I would like to share with all of you – not just because of the beautiful music and exquisite images, but by the message delivered, which is inspiring and uplifting. Beautifully narrated it will make you think twice about how you spend each day and this message is so eloquently given that I had to pass it on.

Best Wishes to all of you for a happy, healthy  and prosperous new year!

From Caron Nightingale

Art Of The Guillotine: Editing A Mike Tyson Documentary

This is super cool. Listen to editor Aaron Yanes talk about just how to get inside the head of the world’s most famous boxer; Mike Tyson. How does one really edit a documentary of that kind of a legend?? Find out!

This video provided courtesy of the Art Of The Guillotine Website

The ultimate editors resource!

Featured Video – Salme Dahlstrom Medley

Nightingale’s Indie Artist Salme Dahlstrom gives us a taste of her best tracks. She’s been hailed as the ‘licensing queen’ for good reason! She has some seriously great music you’re gonna want to check out right here.

Click here for full versions and to hear more of her great songs.

Featured Video – Newborns by Anna B Photography

A lovely video from selected photographs done by Anna B Photography. The music is by Nightingale Indie Artist Eden

To license Eden’s song Lullaby, click here

The Video Diaries – The Story of Ray Montana

Nightingale Indie Artist Ray Montana talks about becoming a successful musician and the hardships that come with it. It’s a story that has one point and one point only; anything is possible if you truly believe in it.

Which song was voted by scientists as the catchiest song ever?

(by Caron Nightingale)

In a report from researchers at Goldsmiths University, who have been researching the mathematical and physical attributes (i.e. sound waves) of songs to try to evaluate exactly what makes a song “catchy”, it was determined that the catchiest song ever was … Read More »

On the Beat with Tony Morrone – Tony interviews Nick Marciano

In this episode of On the Beat, Tony interviews writer, producer and director of Caledon Films, Nick Marciano. They talk about his various projects, unusual filming locations, and talents he’s worked with. His latest book called “David’s Child” has just been published and he is currently embarking on a US book signing tour.

Tony is a respected freelance journalist and photographer in the arts community. He can usually be found between Toronto, New York & LA. Where ever there’s an event! www.tonymorrone.com/

To view all On the Beat videos, go to: http://nightingalemusic.com/blog/?cat=8

Indie Artist News: Ready In 10 Performing!

This Saturday night is Ready In 10‘s return to the Nutty Irishman in Farmingdale, NY. Show starts at 11pm.

Next Saturday (Oct. 8th) Ready In 10 has been chosen to be The Official Band of the Capital One Bank Visigoth Ice Village at New York Islanders Opening Day!! This is a FREE opening day fan event prior to the game from 5:30 – 8pm on the Box Office plaza between Nassau Coliseum and the Marriott with former player appearances and autographs, hockey games and giveaways.  No ticket to the game is needed to attend!!

On the Beat with Tony Morrone – Tony Interviews Claudja Barry

In this episode of On The Beat, Tony interviews Claudja Barry, singer and actress who has performed in the European versions of the stage musicals Hair and Catch My Soul. Claudja was the first black woman to win a Juno Award in 1979, and the first black woman to be entered in the Canadian Music Hall of Fame. Here she discusses touring, being signed to a label, and the changing music industry.

Tony is a respected freelance journalist and photographer in the arts community. He can usually be found between Toronto, New York & LA Where ever there’s an event! www.tonymorrone.com/

To view all On the Beat videos, go to: http://nightingalemusic.com/blog/?cat=8

Composer News – Njacko Backo Performing

Nightingale Composer Njacko Backo has a bunch of great shows coming up. Be sure to check out this prolific drummer in action!

August 18-20 – The Bancroft/Hastings Highlands Jazz & Blues Festival

August 25 – East African Drought Relief Concert @ Lula Lounge
Njacko and Val will be joining other favourite World Music artists (including Henok Abebe, Daniel Nebiat, Kooshin, Faduma Nkruma, DJ Apollo) at the Lula Lounge. All of the proceeds raised from the concert will be donated to the East African Drought Relief. All donations will be matched by the Canadian government.

August 28 – Link Picnic Festival
Experience African and Caribbean culture in Victoria Park, Downtown Kitchener. This festival features a Drumming Village, Steelpan Yard, Children’s Centre, workshops and performances!

Music Video – TaDa “No One Else”

Nightingale Indie Artist TaDa and her Official Music Video for her hit song “No One Else”

Click HERE to license this track.

Indie Artist News – Miles Jones Performing Yonge and Dundas Square

Nightingale Indie Artist Miles Jones will be performing a FREE show Friday August 19 at Yonge and Dundas Square in Toronto. Show starts @ 8pm don’t miss this rising Hip Hop star.

On The Beat with Tony Morrone – Tony Interviews Andy Kim

In this episode of On the Beat, Tony talks to Andy Kim, famous for singles such as “Rock Me Gently”, which topped the U.S. charts. He also co-wrote the famous song “Sugar, Sugar” for The Archies. Andy talks about his favourite city, his inspiration for songwriting and his most memorable gigs.

Tony is a respected freelance journalist and photographer in the arts community. He can usually be found between Toronto, New York & LA Where ever there’s an event! www.tonymorrone.com/

To view all On the Beat videos, go to: http://nightingalemusic.com/blog/?cat=8

Art Of The Guillotine: Harry Keramidas on editing ‘Back To The Future’

In this video, Harry Keramidas talks about how they edited the famous skateboard chase scene in Back To The Future.

This video provide courtesy of Art of the Guillotine website.

The ultimate editors resource site.

Indie Artist News: Derek Reese Performing

Nightingale Indie Arist Derek Reese will be performing tonight at The Branded Saloon.

603 Vanderbuilt Ave. Brooklyn New York. Show starts at 9pm

Indie Artist News: More shows for Ready In 10!

Nightingale Indie Artist Ready In 10 have a couple more shows coming up before their 5 year anniversary party for the release of their debut album “Face The World”

Saturday July 23 – Boston MA, Parris @ 10pm

Sunday July 24 – Long Beach NY, The Inn @ 10pm

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