Celebrating a collaboration of almost 40 years, Sonar and Phil Rudd have teamed up to create a unique special edition drum kit. This kit features the large, powerful Sonor drums that have been the driving force behind AC/DC’s sound.
Glen Allen, VA (PRWEB) July 26, 2009 — The Phil Rudd Special Edition Drum Set features a 22″ X 18″ no mount Bass Drum, a 13″ X 121/2″ Tom Tom, an 18″ X 171/2″ Floor Tom, and a 16″ X 171/2″ Floor Tom in a gloss black finish. Hardware is also included, …

Young New Jersey singer uses her voice to help raise money for animals.
River Vale, NJ (PRWEB) July 23, 2009 — Nikki Granat, of River Vale, New Jersey, will perform at Dog Fest, a fundraiser to help dogs in need. This event for canines and animal lovers will take place on August 23, 2009 at 3:00 PM in Beechwood Park in Hillsdale, NJ.
Nikki, who performed at Madison Square Garden at a New York Libery Game, July 19, 2009 has always loved animals. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uAmn1sZgcW4.
When she was 12, she gave a solo …

Japanese Pop Rock Band “Sakanaction” Releases 3 Albums at Apple Music Store Worldwide
On July 15, Sakanaction began selling three albums internationally that were only previously released domestically in Japan. Japanese rock band Sakanaction’s songs are now available at Apple Music Stores worldwide.
Tokyo, Japan (PRWEB) July 23, 2009 — Hiplandmusic Corporation (Japan) began selling Sakanaction’s songs at Apple Music Store worldwide on July 15. All tracks from Sakanaction’s three albums, previously only available domestically in Japan, are now available at Apple Music Store’s worldwide.

Groundbreaking Instrument Provides Affordable, Space-Saving Option to Music Lovers; Now Available at Authorized Yamaha Piano Dealers Nationwide
Buena Park, Calif. (Vocus/PRWEB ) July 24, 2009 — Yamaha Corporation of America is now shipping the AvantGrand, a remarkable hybrid piano that digitally simulates the sound, as well as the physical experience of playing a fine grand piano—at a fraction of the cost of a traditional concert grand.
The piano’s state-of-the-art technology offers an exciting and affordable new option to music lovers who have dreamt of owning and playing the ultimate concert grand …

Norwegian band will release North American debut on September 29 through Red Hammer Records and E1 Entertainment Distribution (formerly KOCH Entertainment)
Nashville, TN (Billboard Publicity Wire/PRWEB ) July 23, 2009 — Hailing from the fjords of Scandinavia, Norwegian rock band Dreampilots is set to release their North American debut album Comedown on September 29th. The highly-anticipated project will be the first release through Red Hammer Records’ new major distribution partnership with E1 Entertainment Distribution (formerly Koch Entertainment).