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Barbara Rubin to reissue "Under The Ice"

MRR is proud to announce that we are working closely with Barbara Rubin to reissue "Under The Ice" the album is currently being remastered. The reissue will be pressed on White Vinyl and features a new bonus track. "Under The Ice" was original self released on CD in 2010 and features 11 tracks. More news as it develops. Listen to samples on http://www.amazon.com/Under-The-Ice/dp/B0034RE8JA

Unified Past Seeing Spots

MRR Recording Artist Unified Past has just revealed the name of their 6th studio album that’s right it will be called “Spots” for a late fall release. “Spots” is the most ambitious release in the Unified Past catalogue. It is a musical concept that aims is to take the listener on a journey to various musical spots across the progressive rock landscape. More Information as it develops. Unified Past’s Observations is available at: Amazon, iTunes, CD Baby and other fine retailers including: http://melodicrevolutionrecords.com/album/observations

Murky Red's Cold Outside Release Date Announced

"Melodic Revolution Records" is proud to announce the upcoming Single Release - Cold Outside by Murky Red. Cold Outside is the first single from the upcoming album "Time Doesn't Matter" You can listen to the radio edit at the following link: http://melodicrevolutionrecords.com/track/cold-outside-radio-edit Cold Outside will be released Tuesday March 27th 2012

Music and Lyrics Stef Flaming

Stef Flaming: Vocals &Guitars Georges Petrofski: Guitars Tom Kockelmans: Bass Yolanda Flaming: Keys Joery Masson: Drums

Melodic Revolution Records Turns Five

A lot has happened since the early days when we first opened our brick and mortar store.

Here is a quick recap. October 1st 2004 we open Melodic Revolution a music store. August 2005 I assemble some friends to Host the first Clinton Art and Music Festival. 2006 We open a live venue which hosted shows to over 300 bands over the next 2 years 2006 We formed Melodic Revolution Records the label with 2 signings. 2007 We closed our store and venue and moved back to Florida. September 2009 we launch Official Website October 2009 We launch Power of Prog a site dedicated to progressive music. 2010 We signed 6 artists and released 7 albums 2011 We signed 14 artists and released 19 albums and 1 live DVD. July 2011 Sees the launch of a new radio show "Inside the Music" with co-host singer, songwriter and producer John Orr Franklin which is broadcast every Wednesday from 12 pm to 2 pm EST via AiiRadio.net

So here we are seven years later, celebrating 5 years as a label. and Power of Prog turns 2. It has been a hell of a ride with many learning curves along the way but I am blessed by all the friends I have made along the way and the support that everyone has shown. I look forward to the future and the many new friends I have yet to make. It is with these friends old and new that we will make a difference in the modern era of music.

Melodic Revolution Records Signs John Orr Franklin

Newly signed, Melodic Revolution Records recording artist, John Orr Franklin release’s new digital single “Alpha and Omega” In a statement from John Orr Franklin In an effort to take the first single “Alpha and Omega” to the next level, I brought on Gavin Harrison, drummer from the band Porcupine Tree, as a special guest on the song. Gavin is the drummer I had in mind when I was writing the demos for this album, so naturally the end result is a perfect fit that stays true to my original vision and then some. Nearing completion of his third full length album, John has begun releasing a series of digital singles to determine the best possible format and packaging for the new release. Ultimately, feedback from the fans will determine the final format for the album. The band would very much like to see the project fully realized on a double vinyl LP with professional cover artwork and digital downloads. The band plans to use the proceeds from sales of the albums first digital singles and they are also planning a fan-based fundraiser on Kickstarter.com in order to see this dream into reality. The new album entitled “Soldier On” is a science fiction based story that follows one soldier through his personal trials as he discovers his true identity within the grandeur of a universe that has suddenly gotten much smaller. “Alpha and Omega” is now available at many popular Digital Distributors; iTunes, Amazon, emusic, Zune, Napster, Bandcamp, Melodic Revolution Records and others. John Orr Franklin http://www.johnorrfranklin.com/ Melodic Revolution Records http://melodicrevolutionrecords.com/

Announcements

We are happy to announce that our Charity Label There is Hope Records has just released a 3 CD Digital (34 tracks in all) album to help raise money for the people of Japan, in the aftermath of the tragic Tsunami and Earthquakes that have devastated the country since March 11, 2011 Featuring music by some of the finest prog artists from around the world as well as many other talented musicians. Here is a short list of the artists. Anielka (Finland) ifsounds (Italy) John Orr Franklin (USA) Laura Casale (USA) Unitopia (Australia) Scarlet Hollow (USA) Factory of Dreams (Portugal) Hasse Fröberg and the Musical Companion (Sweden) Djam Karet (USA) MaterDea (Italy) Winter Moods (Malta) The New Earth Project (USA) Credo (UK) Musaphonic (USA) all for one cause to help the people of Japan. Where Can I purchase this release? http://thereishoperecords.com/album/strength How much for this vast collection of really good music? A mere donation of only $9.99 well get you this great release. And all the money will help provide food, water and medicine and other aid for the children and people of Japan. In Other News we would like welcome to the Melodic Revolution Records Family our two most recent signings. The first band is Solstice Coil (Israel) for their upcoming release “Natural Causes” due for release on June 21st, 2011 We would also like to welcome John Orr Franklin (USA) for the upcoming Full Length Album Release “Solider On” as an introduction to the full release we will release some Radio Edit Singles. The first of which will be Alpha and Omega (featuring Gavin Harrison from Porcupine Tree). Al I can say is these are two great bands and I am excited to be working with them and we hope you will like their upcoming releases. For more information about either of these bands here are their links.

John Orr Franklin http://www.johnorrfranklin.com/ and http://powerofprog.com/profile/JohnOrrFranklin Solstice Coil http://solstice.co.il/ and http://powerofprog.com/profile/SolsticeCoil

Here’s your chance to be heard

How would you like to have a chance to have one of your songs featured on our new promotional release? We here at Melodic Revolution Records are always searching for great new music to promote. We usually send out a free promo CD sampler with every CD we sell from any of our online stores. So we are taking it to the next level. Our new promotional CD is called "Unearthed - A guide to new music". Unearthed will feature new music by unsigned bands. Do you have a song that you believe we should help promote? Awesome Send us a high quality track for review and a paragraph as to why you think your music should be included on this promo only release. The deadline for this is February 28th 2011. we will notify you via email if your music is chosen and we will also post a blog with the winners.

Email to: melodicrevolutionrecords@gmail.com In the subject column write Unearthed Contest Good Luck

Teresa Carey
Teresa Carey  (about 15 years ago)

Dearly Beloved,
Please find attached a song that was given to me by God in answer to my
prayers so that it may be passed on to the waking world.

It is by the Power of the Holy Name of our Lord Jesus Christ that I send
this message to you and in which you receive it.

The fruit of the Lord's Prayer is upon us all...
...Be guided by His hand and join me in bringing this song to the world so
that His Will Be Done On Earth As It Is In Heaven!
AMEN!

Love Peace Truth and Light

Teresa Woodshan-Carey

http://www.reverbnation.com/teresacareyjesuslover#!/artist/song_details/5542995

Vinyl - The Original Black Is Back!

Actually vinyl never really left us it just took a backseat to technology. CDs became all the rage in the mid 80s and started losing their luster as the internet and mp3s took hold. And the good old album just lingered in the background waiting to make its move. Well there is no time like the present to get back in the groove. We have been selling vinyl for years in our online store, and we thought it was time to reach out and let you know we are planning on expanding our vinyl sales to independent releases so if you’re a band that has released or are planning on releasing your next album on vinyl (full length, ep or even as a 7” single) then drop us a line as we may be interested in stocking your music. Here are a few articles about the comeback of vinyl. Time Magazine http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,1702369,00.html Los Angeles Times http://articles.latimes.com/2009/apr/26/entertainment/et-vinyl26 Jacksonville.com http://jacksonville.com/business/2010-06-16/story/vinyl-records-comeback-music-collectors-ears Reuters http://www.reuters.com/article/idUSTRE5B74PV20091208 Hamptonroads.com http://hamptonroads.com/2010/03/vinyl-records-make-comeback-big-way Las Vegas Review http://www.lvrj.com/neon/49683492.html

2010 Prog Awards

We would like to congratulate Melodic Revolution Records Recording Artist "IFSOUNDS" for being Nominated in the Best Italian Record category for 2010. We are honored as ifsounds sit amongst some fantastic Releases and Artists.

THER IS HOPE RECORDS NEW CHARITY RELEASE

MUSICIANS FOR OIL RELIEF Musicians for Oil Relief is Melodic Revolution Records 3rd Charity release on its new imprint charity label There Is Hope Records. We all heard and were deeply saddened by the Gulf Oil Disaster as it affected many US coastal regions especially hard hit areas like Louisiana, who has experienced much hardship in the last few years.

Musicians for Oil Relief is another wonderful release to help those in need; human, flora and fauna alike, affected by this horrific man-made disaster. At the moment there are only plans for this digital release with proceeds being donated to Charity via Music for Relief.

We hope you enjoy the music. MUSICIANS FOR OIL RELIEF FEATURES Steve Shannon - No Where... Now Here The Coustics - For A While Maggie Seligman - Of Our Time Carmella Inchierchiera - Homeless, Hungry, Crying in the Rain Phil Naro - I Know What It's Like Jim Crean - Collen Allison VonBuelow - Broken Hyacintus - Sacred Sound David Kelly - Secrets Oracle - Kings Of Future Past Sahara Rain - Black Gold Drawzznikk - Maybe Sonic Rebellion - No End In Sight

Album can be previewed and purchased here: http://thereishoperecords.com/