As an antidote to a constant news stream filled with misery, rancor & division, this edition of AP we focus on good music, goodwill and nurturing communities of fans, friends & peers.

IMA Artists Launch
The Independent Music Party

Last week more than 11,000 music junkies & industry playa’s trawled downtown NYC & Brooklyn in search of fix. Many headed over to the legendary Kenny’s Castaways for the Independent Music Awards showcase featuring 6 diverse IMA winning acts. Enthusiastic fans shouting for encores stretched the event into the wee hours – all captured on film.

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Building Real Communities
In A Virtual World

Love it or hate it, technology has virtually re-invented our industry, our relationships and our worldview. Perhaps in the near future, evolution will catch up and we’ll be born with extra-nimble digits for typing & other necessary adaptations. In the meantime, we’re still very much human & need to socially connect with a tribe/community. This month, Nashville musician, author & philosopher Doug Hoekstra provides food for thought and practical tips on building lasting communities in a cyber world.

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Sharing The Load
To Make It Happen

You know that sharing is nice and in an economic meltdown it’s imperative. Musician, booker & founder of the Little Red Hen, a singer-songwriter collective, the Brooklyn-based Jan Bell offers good advice for being more organized, more supportive and more effective.

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