HUGH CORNWELL ROCKS THE US

Hugh Cornwell (formerly of the truly legendary Stranglers) is touring in the US & Canada in April. His newest record Hooverdam, a modern lo-fi masterpiece produced by Liam Watson (at the same antique studio where he bred the White Stripes' Elephant), is the focus of the tour.

April 2 Vancouver, BC – Media Club
April 3 Portland, OR – Doug Fir Lounge
April 4 Seattle, WA – The Tractor
April 6 Salt Lake City, UT – The State Room
April 7 Denver, CO – Soiled Dove Underground
April 8 Lincoln, NE – Knickerbockers
April 9 St. Louis, MO – Off Broadway
April 10 Chicago, IL – The Abbey

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VINDICATION IN FANGORIA

“Bart Mastronardi’s … first feature as a writer/director, Vindication, was anointed by no less than Clive Barker, and the upcoming DVD release from Big Bite Entertainment/R2 Films carries his seal of approval.”

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VIJAY IYER DOMINATES YEAR-END LISTS

The critical acclaim for Vijay Iyer’s newest record continues to grow. This CD is sure to be on the short list for at least one Grammy Award for 2010!

#1 Jazz/Pop Album of the Year, The New York Times
#1 Jazz Album of the Year, National Public Radio
#1 Jazz Album of the Year, Los Angeles Times
#1 Innovative Jazz Release of 2009, Chicago Tribune
#1 Best Jazz of 2009, PopMatters

#2 Jazz Album of the Year, JazzTimes Poll (40 critics voting) 

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LOUISIANA RED NOMINATED IN 5 BLUES MUSIC AWARDS CATEGORIES

Ruf Records has a major player in the upcoming Blues Music Awards (formerly the W.C. Handy Awards). Louisiana Red is a candidate in five categories: Acoustic Album, Acoustic Artist, Album, Traditional Blues Album, and Traditional Blues Male Artist!

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Joanne Shaw Taylor is also a finalist for her debut solo release on Ruf!

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BEST OF SILK ROAD IN SHAPE MAGAZINE

The disc is slated to be featured in an upcoming article in Shape, the fourth largest women's magazine in the US.
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