Peter Gabriel, Suzanne Vega, George Jones and Roger Daltrey join this year’s Independent Music Awards judging panel

The Independent Music Awards (IMAs) – a unique international program that helps indie artists & releases overcome mainstream obstacles - - has announced the first wave of distinguished artists and industry pros that will determine the winners of the upcoming 8th annual IMA program. Winners to be promoted to more than 15 Million music fans. Deadline is August 1, 2008.
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4 New Categories added to the upcoming IMA program

In addition to an already broad range of music genres ranging from Children’s to Punk, and design categories that include Web Site, Merch & Music Video, the IMAs will now award top honors for & Live Concert Photo, Cover Song, Contemporary Classical & Holy Hip Hop.

IS SMALL THE INDUSTRY’S BIG IDEA?

Last month we spoke with talent buyers about the challenges they’re facing keeping live music alive. Not surprisingly the Internet, poor economy & high gas prices are causing many clubs to close and the survivors to adapt.

Now we learn how some artists are shifting their touring schedules and even their definition of success. Could Small Be The New Big Idea?

The Booker & The Artist

Chris Richards, principal of Origins Music a booking agency specializing in music that heals and unites, felt that Booking Agents were not well represented in the May issue. Here Chris sets the record straight and makes his case for going all the way with a small, hand-picked agency. According to Chris, the big idea is to think small.
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The New Rules Of The Road

A long tail career requires among other things, flexibility & adaptability. We spoke with 3 touring bands, THURSDAY, CLATTER, and POINGLY about why they’re looking more closely at markets closer to home.
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There’s No Place Like Home...Grown

Nashville musician and author, Doug Hoekstra muses about the economy, the music industry’s past & present & a vision for sustainable music communities.
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Calendar

Check out this and next month's calendar for submission details for shows, festivals, events, compilations and other opportunities.
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