There have been massive changes on the A&R front over the last few months. Among the most notable changes were former RCA A&R Executive Matt Marshall and EMI Music Publishing Executive Ed Jefferson who both join Tom Whalley’s A&R team over at Warner Bros in Burbank. In New York, A&R Veteran Steve Ralbovsky has brought his Canvasback Music label to Atlantic from Sony. Georgina McAvenna joins Rob Stevenson’s team over at Virgin, while Julius Garcia joins Jove and Daniel Mitchell joins Bad Boy. Meanwhile, Ben Adelson exits Universal Republic. Across the pond in London, Columbia’s Nick Huggett joins Island while Philipe Ascoli and Zack Strubel both join Columbia’s A&R team. Former Sony International A&R Executive Ricardo Fernandez joins Geffen. Phil Christie exits Virgin, former Sony Urban A&R Veteran Kawn Prather joins Def Jam South in Atlanta. Also joining Def Jam South is DJ Khaled. In a massive reorganization, Bill Bennett is exiting Warner Bros. Nashville and is being replaced by John Esposito (WEA’s current Ex VP Distribution).

SAN DIEGO, September 9, 2009 – BambooSK8, a leading developer of eco-friendly bamboo skateboard decks, announced today that they have just launched a digital music compilation “The Green Washed Ritual”. This launch coincides with the introduction of 5 revolutionary new bamboo skate decks, and will serve to celebrate the company’s presence at the ASR tradeshow in San Diego, booth #2627, inside the ASEC Green Room.

“Music has the powerful ability to inspire change and there is no better time than now to make life-changing moves towards a more sustainable future – one bamboo skateboard at a time, one download at a time,” said Geoff Koboldt, president, BambooSK8. With the caliber and diversity of bands involved, this compilation has the potential to ignite awareness that no other medium has been able to attain in the action sports world and for that we are sincerely stoked.

Matt Philips of Silverback Music, who represents the artists Slightly Stoopid, Fishbone, Pepper, Rebelution, the Expendables and the Beautiful Girls said, “We are proud to have our artists involved with this innovative project and I respect that BambooSK8 is thinking outside the box! We are finally moving in the direction where music can be used to benefit the environment, which is an exciting time for all. I look forward to seeing companies continue to progress like this, and happy to have our artists contribute to this great cause!”

This revolutionary and energetic compilation consists of a wide variety of genres of music, as well as an eclectic mix of both major and indie label artists who have graciously donated 1 song each to promote sustainability. These artists include CKY, Fishbone, It dies today, Slightly Stoopid, Sex and Patriotism, Theory of Disorder, Rebelution, Story of the Year, Dropout Year, Buck Brothers, Doxy, Social Dropouts, The Beautiful Girls, The Expendables, Madina Lake, Arthur Autumn, The Takeover UK, Vallenbrosa and Avery Watts. Record labels include Roadrunner, Epitaph, Rykodisc/Warner Music Group, Law, Controlled Substance Sound Labs, Nightmare, TrustKill, New Ettiquette/The Orchard, and DKE.

BambooSK8 will provide access to download all 20 digital songs for free with the purchase of either a bamboo skateboard or a bamboo t-shirt off of their website at www.bamboosk8.com

These five brand new eco-friendly skateboard decks by BambooSK8 have been highly anticipated—three 100% bamboo longboards, and two short boards: one 100% bamboo, the other a 70% bamboo hybrid; always with amazing pop and durability.

About BambooSK8
BambooSK8, a manufacturer to the skateboard industry, is breaking new ground (without hurting the environment) by using bamboo, a truly sustainable and environmentally conscious natural resource, to create decks of the highest quality and the lowest eco-impact. BambooSK8 is headquartered in Oceanside, CA and has collectively over 30 years in action sports.

For more information please contact:
Geoff Koboldt – President
geoff@bamboosk8.com
www.bamboosk8.com

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This is coming from another source in the industry but email if you fit the bill and I will forward on…

1. I am seeking songs about death or dead, or about a murderer or killer. Songs that aren’t so obvious would be best. Stuff you might hear in Kill Bill. No Punk, Metal or Heavy Rock. You, the artist must control 100% of the song.
Submission details: Please send myspace links to hear track for consideration. If tracks are not up on myspace, send file via YouSendIt.com. DO NOT send any MP3 files via email. Those emails will be deleted. Nothing of course will be licensed and placed without your permission and license agreement. Deadline: this Monday September 7th. I will submit all appropriate tracks as they come in. 
Email Subject: Song for TV: Killer Song

2. Seeking songs about working hard for money, being broke, easy money, etc. See above for submission details. Deadline: Friday Sept 11th.
Email Subject: Song for TV: hard earned pay song

3. Seeking original Holiday songs. Originals only. Will consider all genre’s. You, the artist must control 100% of the song. Do not send MP3 attachments. Send via YouSendIt.com or similar.
Email Subject: Holiday songs

4. Seeking young female musicians in LA area, or who are willing to come to LA for Audition. High level Producer / A&R vet is still seeking young talented female musicians for major Network TV show. Ages 17-24 Real Age. Must have advanced musical skills. They only need singer and keyboard player. 
Auditions will be held in Los Angeles on Tuesday Sept 8th. 
Please do not email me about this. I do not have any further details. 
Do Not send MP3s, but you can attach a photo. Feel free to forward this to anyone you feel might fit this request. 
Email Barry and send him Myspace link or web site where he can hear and see the artist.