The Las Vegas based rock band, LIGHT THE BLACK SKYE, is releasing their single “I Wish You”, available via download on iTunes. Los Angeles, CA, February 10, 2012 – The Las Vegas based rock band, LIGHT THE BLACK SKYE, is releasing their single “I Wish You”, available via download on iTunes. “I Wish You”, off …

Phoenix, AZ, Feb 6, 2012 (Press Release): Arizona based Indie Rock project, The Fool Funnel, releases controversial album entitled, The Cure for Cancer Revealed. The albums title track claims that cancer is curable and the medical community knows of the cure.  The Fool Funnel throws down a challenge to correct this oversight in the medical …

The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance and Shure are delighted to announce the launch of the 2012 Shure Songwriting Award (www.ShureSongwritingAward.com). Also for the first time this year the competition will be supported by Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI). Previously judged by Amy McDonald, K.T. Tunstall, Paloma Faith and Everything Everything, this year’s competition will be …

The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance is delighted to announce that The Charlatans drummer, Jon Brookes will deliver an exclusive masterclass on Monday 6th February 2012 at their facilities in London. Jon is a highly experienced and talented drummer and began his career in late eighties playing in various bands until he eventually joined The …

PORTER & DAVIES are delighted to announce that Billy Cobham and Benny Greb are the latest drum artists to become Ambassadors for P&D tactile monitoring systems.    They join a fast growing roster of international drummers who include the BC2 or Gigster as an integral part of their kits for live and studio playing.  The BC2 and Gigster …

  Red Hot Chili’s drummer Chad Smith talks to iDrum in an exclusive video interview recorded at the London O2 arena. Chad talk about his return to the Chili’s after a two-year break, the new guitarist Josh and the part he has played in re–energising the band, the new album and the current tour to …

Slipknot’s Jim Root to launch his signature gear on the Orange Booth at NAMM Orange Amplification is proud to announce the Signature #4 Jim Root Terror Head and cab, developed in association with the famed guitarist. Jim Root has the incredible honour of showcasing his skilful playing with two of today’s best in American hard …

Drum Workshop Inc., the award winning, California-­‐based drum manufacturer is commemorating its 40th birthday with the launch of a limited edition Tamo Ash Exotic Collector’s Series drumset. The Limited Edition 6-­‐ piece set features North American Hard Rock maple shells with exclusive SSC (Specialized Shell Configuration) drum shell technology. The Exotic Tamo Ash veneer selected …

  Protection Racket is delighted to welcome Paul McCartney’s drummer, Abe Laboriel Jnr as an endorsee.   Abe Laboriel Jnr is one of the most sought after session drummers in the world. He has worked a mind-blowing list of artists from nearly every musical genre including Paul McCartney, Sting, Eric Clapton, Steve Vai, Sheryl Crow …

  During the month of December, various bands from The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance will be taking part in the December Sessions at The O2, London.   With over 100 up and coming acts of all genres playing live over 20 nights, the December Sessions is a unique and totally free music and entertainment …

  On the last week of November, the mighty Ryan Roxie touched down at the Institute of Contemporary Music Performance. Not only did he conduct one of the greatest guitar masterclasses the school has ever seen but he invited all the attendees to his gig at Powers for his ‘Coming Home’ tour that very same …

Peter London singer songwriter from San Fransico CA known for his song she’s going featured on live 105.3 KITS teams up with all-star Line up to release a new EP on Atlas Records early 2012 that will cover The Gorillaz “feel good” that has had tremendous success on Virgin Records, The EP will also cover …

The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance is delighted to announce, in conjunction with its leading partners, the launch of over £30,000 worth of scholarships for deserving students to study on the Institute’s renowned one-year Higher Diploma course. The scholarship categories are as follows: GUITAR: Supported by Yamaha Guitar and Total Guitar Magazine BASS: Supported by …

Orange Amplification are proud to announce they are co-sponsors of the Intel 2011 Superstars Competition, with the revolutionary musicians’ personal computer, the OPC, forming part of the $35,000 prize fund. The Intel Corporation and Ourstage.com along with sponsors Orange Amps, Cake Walk, Gibson Guitars and Blue Microphones, have got together to launch an exciting competition …

  Avid take the brand new Pro Tools 10 software on the road. Following on from a successful launch at the DV Computer Audio Expo last week (Nov 3-4), the Avid music team are attending the The Music Production Show on the 11th and 12th November 2011 at The Emirates Stadium in North London, followed …

The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance is delighted to announce that student band,‘The Vacations’ have been chosen to represent the school at the brand new Bandwidth competition, a ‘first of its kind’ live music event with a digital twist, on the 9th of November at East London’s famous gig venue Cargo. ‘The Vacations’ will compete …

  The O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire played host to The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance graduation ceremony and celebration on Sunday 23rd October 2011. This event, which grows bigger every year, was held to recognise and celebrate the successes of several hundred graduating Institute students. As ever there was more than just an official award …

Orange Amplification is proud to announce the exclusive endorsement of Evanescence guitarist, Troy McLawhorn   Double Grammy Award winners, Evanescence have sold more than twenty million records worldwide, of which more than eight million sales were in the USA. They released their third self-titled studio album this month which debuted at #1 on the Billboard …

  The Melbourne artist known for his classic grunge sound, has chosen ‘Stalker’ as his debut single before releasing a full length album next year.   Singer/songwriter Luke Jon Miller is a solo grunge rocker from Melbourne, Australia, who plays and records all the instruments on his songs. Influences include Nirvana, Foo Fighters, Alice in …

Rotosound have unleashed Darkzone drop tuning high output Nickel Plated Electric Steel Guitar Strings not only in time for Halloween, but eternity!   Darkzone are a hybrid string set that includes monstrously super heavy bottom E and A strings that are perfect for thunderous power chords, with ethereal light high end strings so you don’t …

The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance was thrilled recently to play host to Mars Volta drummer David Elitch, who held an exclusive drum masterclass for Institute students. David has been teaching for 10 years and is one of the most in-demand private teachers in the Los Angeles area. In addition to teaching privately he also …

Porter & Davies can now announce the launch of the new ‘BC Gigster’ with a specification which has been designed to achieve a launch retail price of only £599 Inc VAT. The new product still retains the same astounding performance and build quality as the flagship BC2!   The BC Gigster is a silent bass …

Rotosound has a history rich with association with rock legends across the years and Rotosounds Chairman Jason How recently uncovered a Thin Lizzy Bad Reputation Tour Programme in the company’s archives. On its pages is an incredible advert featuring Phil Lynott, with his bass guitar using Rotosounds Jazz Bass Guitar Strings.   The legendary 1977 …

Drum Channel has launched a global competition to find the best drum soloist on the plant, with a cool $1000 first prize! For those not already in the know, Drum Channel invites drummers of any age, anywhere in the world to submit original videos of their drum solos. The winner will receive a $500 credit …

Orange Amps came to the fore at the height of flower power and psychedelia in the 1970’s. At the same time Marc Bolan and T.Rex, some of the most iconic performers of that time, were sitting around chatting in the Orange shop and using Orange Amps to make some of the greatest songs ever written. …

Drum Channel has just released three new drum and percussion tuition DVDs. Explore the concepts of time, feel, groove and style with the Time Machine himself John JR Robinson. Delve into the secrets of the Cajon with multi percussionist Richie Gajate-Garcia and indulge in a captivating concert and interview from the Acuña-Hoff-Mathisen-Trio as Alex Acuña …

  For Immediate Release   Teacher Sets ‘Record’ With 40th Album   Music teacher by day, rocker by night, drummer Brian Doherty commemorates his 40th album credit.  List includes They Might Be Giants, XTC and more.   New York, NY (October 2011) This fall, drummer and teacher Brian Doherty celebrates a professional milestone marking the …

The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance is delighted to announce that Ralph Murphy, hit songwriter, publisher, author and former President of the Nashville Songwriters Association, will deliver an exclusive series of masterclasses and workshops on Thursday 27th October at their facilities in London. Ralph has enjoyed considerable and continuous success over five decades, consistently charting …

Licklibrary, one of the world’s leading suppliers of online guitar lessons and guitar tuition DVDs has stepped in to find Guitar Idol a venue for the Live Final of the 2011 competition.   Guitar Idol is the world’s biggest and best guitar competition and the much anticipated final will feature some of the world’s hottest …

iDrum, is back with a packed fourth issue full of exciting video interviews, plus a host of product reviews and of course tuition to inspire every drummer, beginner or advanced. Carmine Appice – the legendary drummer renowned for his showmanship talks to Stuart Bull about his work with Vanilla Fudge, Rod Stewart, Beck and Ozzy …