Welcome to the first edition of the new OurStage Blog feature “Liner Notes,” where we give the mic over to artists on OurStage to talk in depth about one of their tracks. Whether it be the inspiration, the meaning, the recording process, etc., “Liner Notes” is written for the fan who wants to know more about a song beyond what they hear. This week we reached out to Michigan rock band Good Luck Varsity to delve deeper into their heavy hearted track “Shipwrecked Safe & Sound”. Evan, the band’s vocalist, provides some insight on the song that was penned after two band members were involved in a serious car accident the day before a tour.
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In today’s world of independent music, self-releasing albums is becoming the norm. But how do you distinguish yourself from the rest of the crowd? This is where SideCho Media steps in. SideCho Media, a sister of SideCho Records offers digital distribution, promotion and consulting services. This month SideCho wants to award the ultimate promo package to one high-ranking OurStage Indie Rock act in need of some help getting their new record out there! The winning artist will receive $5,000 dollars worth of online promotion and consulting services, such as distribution to over 250 digital retailers, regional promotion at physical record stores, accounting breakdowns, bio composition and much more! Upload your best new track into the Indie Rock Channel before November 22nd to compete. Prizing eligibility is limited to artists with recent or upcoming releases, so don’t forget to check out the FAQ to make sure you qualify.
Can’t compete in the channel? You can always be a judge! After all, SideCho needs some help finding a deserving winner. That’s why they’re rewarding the Best Predictor of the final rankings for November’s Indie Rock Channel with a prize of their own. The fan with the best ears will win a Music Critic’s Grab Bag filled handpicked goodies such as a signed pair of drumsticks from Ilan Rubin (Nine Inch Nails), signed posters, an assortment of CDs and more. Click here to start judging the Indie Rock Channel.
For more information on rules and prizes visit ourstage.com/go/sidecho.
Cakewalk’s “Your Music: Anytime, Anyplace” Songwriting Contest is now open for judging! Cakewalk and OurStage need your help finding the best original tracks from up-and-coming rock and urban acts. This is your chance to help six talented artists win Cakewalk and Intel Core i7 powered mobile studios so they can keep making hits!
Need some incentive? The two fans with the best ears will be awarded mobile studios of their own! The top predictor of the final rankings for each “Anytime, Anyplace” Channel will win an Intel Core i7 powered laptop along with tons Cakewalk goodies including Music Creator 5 and Pyro Audio Creator 1.5 software and much more!
Click here to begin judging the “Your Music: Anytime, Anyplace” Rock Channel.
Click here to begin judging the “Your Music: Anytime, Anyplace” Urban Channel.
For more information on contest rules and prizing visit ourstage.com/go/anytimeanyplace.
Those who judge will have the chance to win some amazing prizes! The fan who’s named best predictor with the highest predictor score of either contest channel will win the grand prize two day trip to Austin, Texas to attend the “Get Out Of The Garage” Concert event!
Need some new kicks? Every day during the contest, 10 fans who judge in the channels will be picked at random to win a $10 gift certificate to Journeys! Judge these OurStage channels now through the rest of November for your chance to win:
In the summer of 2008, four young guys from Ridgefield, Connecticut put their heads together to record an album. Led by vocalist and guitarist Kellen Quigley, the band (better known as Melee In Toledo) was unaware they were crafting pure jangle pop gold. Their 11-track album When Everything Comes Alive is a treasure trove of classic fun in the sun tunes; perfect for when you need to cling onto the last bit of warmth before winter’s inevitable return. Melee In Toledo’s sweet melodies in songs like “There’s Room For Everything” remind you of why you fell in love with tweesters like Voxtrot and The Apples in Stereo.
