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The Kolten Experience, stage name for R&B solo artist Kolten Perine, has begun to make an impression on R&B fans and the music scene in his hometown, Bowie, MD. As he begins to make waves in the R&B community, this independent artist is working on sharing his music with the masses through his debut recording and a featured track on WiFi PR Group’s compilation, Indie Anthems Vol. 5.

Madison, WI’s own roots-rock group, The Sharrows, have spent their first two years forming a focused, successful group that can both record regularly and tour the country at the same time. Their appealing combination of folk, blues and country with an essence of groove rock has garnered them fans across the U.S. on their show-stopping tours in preparation for the release of their full-length album, Starting at the End, released earlier this year and their next EP set to be released in early 2014.

As purveyors of psychedelic soul, Afternoon Moon out of Ottawa, IL, have learned to hone their unique blend of jam, rock and soul into music that captivates listeners and wows live audiences. Following up their 2011 self-titled recording debut, Afternoon Moon are preparing to release their latest effort, Dance in the Rain, in March 2014.

Torrey Mercer is the reigning 2013 Indie Music Channel Award winner for Best Pop Song for her song “Looking Glass” and she also won the National Youth Arts Award for her single, “Falling Again”. Torrey also holds several nominations including Pop Artists Female and Pop Single for 'Looking Glass" at the 23rdAnnual Los Angeles Music Awards. On February 7, Torrey competed against 850 hopeful nominees, which was narrowed down to 150 on December 15 during the Nomination Event. On February 7, Torrey was awarded two trophies for Best Teen Artist and Inspirational Artist of the Year for her work in anti-bullying for kids during the 2014 Artists In Music Awards finale at Jon Lovtiz Theatre.

When energy and raw talent collide, you find yourself listening to the memorable, ear-catching tunes of a band like Boston-based Analog Heart. Liz Bills’ vocals soar over her bandmates’ powerhouse sound, a hearty blend of indie rock with a touch of pop, and together they create music that is distinctly all their own. Their talents most recently combined to release their latest video for “13 Years,” and there’s plenty more on the horizon for this promising group.

Voice America Talk Radio Network, Internet broadcasting pioneer, producing and syndicating online audio and video, today announced that nationally acclaimed Psychologist and author Dr. Diana Wisdom PhD will join Cheri Rohlman LMFT, host of A Celebration of Change radio program on the VoiceAmerica Health and Wellness Channel http://www.voiceamerica.com/show/2275/a-celebration-of-change Friday, February 21st, 2014, at 8 a.m. Pacific Time. Listeners, please call in with questions for Dr. Diana at 866-472-5792 or email Cheri at acelebrationofchange@gmail.com.

Melanie Taylor, the San Diego native and Pop Singer Songwriter is the reigning Best Dance Artist winner at the 2013 Artists In Music Awards best known for her live dance performances and her hit pop single “Walk of Shame”. In December, Melanie received three Final Nomination for Best Pop, Best Dance, and Performer of the Year at the 2014 Artists In Music Awards and with her win for Best Pop Artist. Melanie is now a two-time music award winner.

The Olympic Games, every four years we are inspired, by the strength, camaraderie, compassion, human spirit, the personal triumphs and losses as well as the love of family and country. We are inspired by the athletes who wake up every day of their lives with the determination to be the best that they can be, no matter what the odds are that are stacked up against them. We are also inspired by the hundreds of nations around the world, coming together in peace to share their love of sports and competition.

Voice America Talk Radio Network, an Internet broadcasting pioneer, producing and syndicating online audio and video, today announced that Derek Rydall will join NADENE ROGERS, host of the leading edge radio program Minding Our Business: Creating Spiritual Economy on the Voice America Business Channel Monday, February 24 at 11 a.m. Pacific Time.

Kid Chef Eliana (Eliana de Las Casas), the award-winning 13 year old chef, radio show host, and author, has been named the Kids Ambassador of the Southern Food and Beverage Institute (SoFAB). In that capacity Kid Chef Eliana will represent the SoFAB Museum, the SoFAB Culinary Library and Archive, as well as the other divisions of the SoFAB Institute. Kid Chef Eliana and the SoFAB Institute will work together to spread the message of sustainability, healthy cooking and eating, and whole person literacy (including nutritional and reading literacy). Eliana says, “I’m excited to be the Kids Ambassador for SoFAB. I look forward to furthering my mission to get kids to eat and cook fresh foods with their families.”

Voice America Talk Radio Network, Internet broadcasting pioneer, producing and syndicating online audio and video, today announced that internationally acclaimed Access Consciousness Founder and bestselling author, Gary Douglas will join Marlynn Bourque, host of JoyAwareness Radio on the VoiceAmerica Empowerment Channel (http://www.voiceamerica.com/channel/251/voiceamerica-empowerment) Thursday, February 13, at 11 a.m. Pacific Time.

Lagu Music is a website that has been exclusively designed to help people search the music that they love from various popular artists and download the music in just a few simple clicks. With the current boom in the music industry not a day goes by when a new songs or and album is launched by a popular mainstream artist, Lagu Music is a website which will allow people to access the music from different source all on one page for quick and convenient downloading.

Ragan Whiteside is a Contemporary Jazz/Soul flutist, vocalist and songwriter. Her passion for music has taken her down many roads, from musical theater to classical (solo and orchestral), but the one thing that has been constant throughout is her love for a soulful, funky, groove . Fast or slow, subtle or in the face, a good groove sets the stage for feel-good music.

Deanne DeMarco continues her ground-breaking radio series with two high-powered guests: Bookfield Zoo’s clinical veterinarian who cares for over 2,000 wild animals and a Harvard Business School Human Analytics Professor who motivates executives to increase employee morale and productivity on the Voice America Empowerment Channel, Thursday, February 20, 2014 at Noon Pacific Time. http://www.voiceamerica.com/show/2182/todays-inspiring-women.

PickCart by Pcdata combines both built in warehouse navigation and light assisted picking; unlike several other picking technologies, highly accurate and effective multi-order picking is achieved. Navigation will calculate the optimum warehouse routing and on arrival at the correct warehouse location, the high visibility and easy to mount light displays guide the user to place the SKU into the correct order on the cart. Every warehouse journey in maximized, every possibility for error is minimized.

Megan Hilty, was a breakout star of NBC’s “Smash” and starred on Broadway in “Wicked” and “9 to 5: The Musical.” She currently stars as Liz on NBC’s “Sean Saves The World” with Sean Hayes of “Will & Grace” fame. She makes her South Florida concert debut when she joins the WinterStage Concert Series at the Broward Center's Parker Playhouse on February 20 at 8:00 PM for one show only - following on the heels of January's sold-out launch of the series with "Will & Grace" star Megan Mullally. Series host and Sirius/Radio star Seth Rudetsky will join Ms. Hilty at the piano. For tickets please visit the Parker Playhouse ticketing page or call 954-462-0222.

Voice America Talk Radio Network, Internet broadcasting pioneer, producing and syndi-cating online audio and video, today announced that Michelle Prince America’s Productivity Coach and Lisa Jimenez author of Conquer Fear and Success Coach will join Little Conversa-tions Today radio program on the VoiceAmerica Empowerment Channel (http://www.voiceamerica.com/channel/251/voiceamerica-empowerment) Friday, February 14th, at 10 a.m. Pacific Time.

No, you don’t need to have your eyes checked.

VoiceAmerica, the leader in Internet Talk Radio programming, today announced the release of updated Mobile Apps available on iTunes and Google Play to enhance its leading edge content delivery platform.

A "Want or a Need" is a song written by George A Santino and Erich H Benedict. George wrote the lyrics and Erich wrote the music. The genesis of the song really has nothing to do with the couple in the song but instead about a situation most parents face all the time. The child says I need this... I need this and the parent replies do you really need it or do you just want it; they're not really the same.

In addition to their four recordings and upcoming EP, Toronto indie rock trio We Were Heads has released a 7” vinyl split to expand both their reach in the local scene and the accessibility of their music via vinyl. The group lent their own unique touch to the split, which will be distributed throughout their hometown to encourage growth of their lively fan base.

AMusicProducer.com is a website created especially for helping all those who wish to produce music and learn the art of music production but don’t know where to begin and would like to know about the world of music production. The website brings to its production tips and advice from some of the greatest music producers of all time. With the understanding that talent lies everywhere and not all the people who wish to make good music get the opportunity to learn about the art of music production.

Singer-songwriter and guitarist Darlene Bailey of Westford, MA, has had a long and unique journey with her passion for music and eventual music career. Her distinct blend of folk, blues, country, soft rock and standards spans many generations and appeals to a wide range of audiences and critics, particularly with her 2011 debut, Wrenches and Rags.

Tricia Greenwood was honored as semi-finalist by Song of the Year with ”Baby, You’re My Valentine” you will tap your foot and sing along even though you've never heard the tune before, capturing the joy and romantic love for Valentines Day.

On February 12, 2014, at 1 pm Pacific/4 pm Eastern, Andrew Solomon will be interviewed on the Authentic Living show about his NY Times bestselling book, Far From the Tree: Parents, Children and the Search for Identity.