PRESS RELEASE: NEW ALBUM: AFU-RA “The Mazter Chef” 2016

NEW HIP HOP ALBUM COMING SOON IN 2016…

“THE MAZTER CHEF” AFU-RA  [NYC]

1st SINGLE RELEASED – COBRA CLUTCH:

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Written by Aaron Phillip

 (Lifeforce records) BMI USA
& Travis PHILTY Pro Canada
Recorded by DJ Toshi & PF CUTTIN
Mix and scratches by PF CUTTIN
LIFEFORCE RECORDS

 

1st SINGLE RELEASED – COBRA CLUTCH:

“THE MAZTER CHEF” AFU-RA  [NYC]

 

 

** New Music:  NYC Emcee AFU-RA! **

 

“COBRA CLUTCH”  AFU-RA

1st Single released off of long awaited the album “The Mazter Chef” Album 2016

Afu-Ra took all the tension built up inside for the somewhat lopsided evidence of bullshit over quality music and slammed it out in the writing and the deliverance of his vocal prowess to bring the world the single

 “COBRA CLUTCH”https://afu-ra.bandcamp.com/

 

This record is not unlike some of Ra’s previous endeavors but at the same time a lyrical sculpture of a version or verbal gymnastics spine tingling metaphors that he has yet to unleash until now. Afu-Ra quotes “I want to unveil a single to and for my hardcore Hip Hop supporters that will give us all hope that the art of a battle rap mc is not dead but a technique of the future”.

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Many might and will be true with their statements that this title was used before on so and so’s record however the impact of this record will be quite different.

This record is yet another staple of the brute force dexterity that Afu-Ra possess’s as he prove. This song crafting skills and MC abilities as he fires off a heat seeking missile of a track as the first single of his fifth solo album.

 

“Body of the Lifeforce”, “Lifeforce Radio”, “State of the Arts” and “Body of Lifeforce part 2” were classic bodies of work in their own write as well-being being critically acclaimed by many.

Traveling the world, pushing the message of self-inspiration and spiritual guidance  ́Ra always feels like he has something left to do that has never done before.

“Wake these heads up that are awoke but sleeping”.

Traveling through the barrage of internet confusion and mediocre talents, PHILTY PRO handed  ́Ra this gym of an instrumental and the two of them went to work immediately.

Afu-Ra is excited about his entire body of work but just as much is very proud to deliver to the world the “COBRA CLUTCH”

** CHECK OUT OUR RECENT PODCAST INTERVIEW:

Full length interview with legendary

Hip Hop artist, AFU-RA!

PODCAST July 2016: By Kaz Turbill @Acehighentertainmentco

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Including Career Highlights, News, Touring & New Music 2016 – Cobra Clutch (+ video preview), Afu Ra’s long awaited 5th Album release: The Mazter-Chef            https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOh6ysB19b8

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** NEW MUSIC RELEASES! **

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 NEW GANGSTARR FOUNDATION:  

“3 Evil Masters”

 AFU-RA   ft.

JERU the DAMAJA & BIG SHUG

The Mazter Chef 

[5th Album by Afu-Ra: 2016]

 http://www.djpremierblog.com/2016/07/17/afu-ra-jeru-the-damaja-big-shug-3-evil-masters-prod-by-notiks-cdq/

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“COBRA CLUTCH” – AFU-RA

1st Single released off of long awaited the album “The Mazter Chef” Album 2016

Afu-Ra took all the tension built up inside for the somewhat lopsided evidence of bullshit over quality music and slammed it out in the writing and the deliverance of his vocal prowess to bring the world the single

 “COBRA CLUTCH”https://afu-ra.bandcamp.com/
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AFU-RA “THE MAZTER CHEF”

NEW ALBUM 2016… Coming So0n!

This record is not unlike some of Ra’s previous endeavors but at the same time a lyrical sculpture of a version or verbal gymnastics spine tingling metaphors that he has yet to unleash until now. Afu-Ra quotes “I want to unveil a single to and for my hardcore Hip Hop supporters that will give us all hope that the art of a battle rap mc is not dead but a technique of the future”.

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PRESS RELEASE

Hip Hop Artist AFU-RA [NYC]

PODCAST INTERVIEW: AFU RA & Kaz Turbill  

– July 2016 @acehighentertainmentco 

Discussing AFU-RA’s career from his debut album release in 2000 “Body of the Life Force” with hit tracks “Whirlwind Through Cities”, the 1st ever single release by Afu-Ra and the hugely popular tracks “Defeat” and “Equality”, all of which received the attentions of millions of underground hip hop fans and media alike.

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Today there are multiple versions available online with YouTube versions gaining over 2 million views each one video posts. With strong ties and affiliation to the legendary Gangstarr duo, DJ Premier produced these tracks on Afu-Ra’s debut album and numerous others throughout his now 5 album releases and many collaborations and singles which also featured the late Gangstarr emcee, GURU.

Afu-Ra “Whirlwind Through Cites” is the 1st ever single released by Afu-Ra. A timeless track from the first ever full length studio recording from Gangstarr affiliate AFU-RA, hailing from Brooklyn NYC. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eeuLcPRSctU

Another hit track was soon released, titled “Defeat” (2000) and ft. Gangstarr’s legendary hip hop DJ and producer, DJ Premier. You Tube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dMVVie9uX8I

With the album and artist creating such a buzz straight off the bat, the success of this fresh, new hip hop emcees  in 2000, the artist and music, had strong impact of the hip hop community in USA and internationally. With strong sales and radio play, Body of the Life Force and Gangstarr’s newest affiliate, AFU-RA and his 1st ever full length album, singles and music videos were effectively gaining the attention of the global hip hop community; cementing a place in the hip hop scene, interest and success came the timeless hip hop hit “Equality” ft. Reggae singer Kymani Marley

 “Equality” the audio track only (no music video) has since been viewed by over 2,100.000 million via the YouTube link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r321LDzaLA4

 Afu over the last 16 years has gone on to produce a total of 5 studio albums, including the soon to be released, long awaited 5th album “The Mazter Chef” due for release this fall in 2016. It has been 4 years between albums, with Afu-Ra releasing the sequel to his hit debut album, titled Body of the Life Force II back in 2012. While his loyal fans and the wider hip hop community have been waiting a while to hear new music from the NYC rapper, it is hugely powerful, exciting and skilful and will be guaranteed to please his diehard fans and critics alike.

With the 1st single “Cobra Clutch” already released and accompanied by an official music video as a teaser for “The Mazter Chef” it has been received well by the hip hop community who were left in anxious to hear more.

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 ** JUST RELEASED…  2nd SINGLE NOW OUT!!

 The Mazter Chef Album: AFU-RA 2016

           Gangstarr Foundation:  3 Evil Masters

 AFU-RA ft. JERU THE DAMAJA & BIG SHUG

So on the 17th July 2016, on what would have been the 55th Birthday of late Gangtarr emcee and hip hop legend, GURU, DJ Premier released the 2nd single from the new Afu-Ra album to hip hop heads around the globe. A collaboration by the Gangstarr Foundations emcees.

“3 Evil Masters” Afu-Ra ft, Big Shug & Jeru the Damaja – 2nd single release off “The Mazter Chef” Afu-Ra 2016

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In this post he paid his respects to his long-time partner in the game, GURU  who was such a pillar of the hip hop industry for many decades, legendary hip hop artist loved by so many across the globe. Primo expressed the greatness of the loss of GURU who he described as having a huge contribution and influence on the music for so many decades, unrivalled skills. This are talents and appreciation shared throughout the scene globally, an icon and legacy that would never die and would remain a part of the foundations of hip hop culture. With the Gangstarr Foundation and DJ Premier left to carry on the Gangstarr brand, Premier dropped the latest GSF hit on the world, a solid production that goes hard, titled “3 Evil Masters”. This tracks by Afu Ra, ft Big Shug and Jeru The Damaja is now the 2nd release off of the long awaited soon to be released album by Afu Ra, which will be available soon for purchase throughout the globe in-stores and online.

As Afu-Ra sets to officially release “3 Evil Masters” track across Digital distribution platforms for fans to download, he will also be dropping the official music video on the hip hop world in the coming weeks. Again this video is a solid production shot by Afu-Ra and GFS crew while in Europe earlier in the year.

 

PODCAST INTERVIEW:   

AFU-RA (NYC)

Interview & Podcast Production by Kaz Turbill

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YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOh6ysB19b8

In the wake of the highly anticipated full-album release, Afu-Ra is now gearing up with new business associate and agent, Kaz Turbill (Ace High Entertainment Co) for an international tour, music and media releases. The Mazter Chef Album Promo Tour 2016 will kick off in the UK in October, followed by Australia and New Zealand from the 10th November and concluding with some shows in Asia in December where he will be making debut performances for long awaiting fans. This will wind up a very busy year for the New York born rapper as 2016 marks a new chapter in the career of hip hop emcee Afu-Ra and marks the beginning of many great things to come from the Brooklyn-born artist.

FOR MORE INFORMATION & TO HEAR THE FULL-LENGTH PODCAST INTERVIEW>

AFU-RA (NYC Hip Hop Artist):

Interview  KazTurbill  (July 2016) @AceHighEnertainmentco

YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOh6ysB19b8

In this half an hour segment we discuss all things from beginning his career and releasing his first debut album in 2000, right through to new beginnings in 2016. Along with chatting about all things Afu Ra from past to present, we delve into detail about all that is to come over the rest of 2016 and beyond. We also take a look at the official music video for the 1st single off his new album “The Mazter Chef”, discuss his associations with Gangstarr over the years, the Gangstarr Foundation and the production of 3 EVIL MASTERS. Released just days ago on the memorial celebrations of the hip hop world, on what would have been the 55th birthday of Gangstarr superstar emcee GURU [17 July 1961 – 19 April 2010], this momentous GSF single has already received huge hype and attention upon its release by DJ Premier in his memorial post to his late partner in hip hop and Afu Ra discusses the coming together of these three hugely talented emcees to create what is already on its way to being a hit track around the globe.

Check out the following links and pages for more information and follow Afu-Ra and Ace High Entertainment for all the latest news and up-to-date inform*ation on his music, release dates and where to purchase, music videos, tour dates and locations, ticketing, media, merchandise and more!

For Bookings, Media and Inquiries:
Kaz Turbill acehighentertainmentco@gmail.com
https://facebook.com/kaz.turbill
@acehighentertainmentco   @kazbahmedia (IG / Twitter)
Website:    https://acehighentertainmentco.com
YouTube   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp21baC6I3UlcIsSZquv2ZQ

 

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INTERNATIONAL TOURING:    OCTOBER–DECEMBER 2016

AFU-RA (NYC):  

“THE MAZTER CHEF” Album Promo Tour 2016

 PROMOTERS, ENTERTAINMENT AGENCIES & CLUBS

** UK, OZ, NZ & ASIA **

TAKING MEDIA / BOOKING & BUSINESS INQUIRIES  via Ace High Ent Co   acehighentertainmentco@gmail.com

AFU-RA, Legendary HIP-HOP Artist & GANGSTARR Foundation Emcee, will be hitting the road to launch his album internationally, with “The MAZTER CHEF” Album Promo Tour 2016 from October 2016. Kicking off with 6 shows in the UK, with plans to head to Bristol, Brighton, Manchester, Cambridge, Newcastle & Glasgow from Saturday 1st October through until Sunday 9th October.

AFU-RA:

THE MAZTER CHEF

ALBUM PROMO TOUR 2016

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 UK:     1– 9  OCT 2016

 OZ:      10th NOV  2016

ASIA / NZ:   DEC  2016

 

For Bookings, Media and Enquirise:

Kaz Turbill acehighentertainmentco@gmail.com

Instagram:  @acehighentertainmentco 

         @kazbahmedia (Twitter)

Website:    https://acehighentertainmentco.com 

 

 

 

 

 

Cypher – Home Grown

DATE: Sunday 12 October

START Time: 7pm

Cost: $20

Venue: Thornbury TheatreVenue

ADDRESS: 859 High Street, Northcote 3071

Welcome to the CyPHeR – Home Grown.A fresh new Oz hip-hop line-up, mixed with a fusion of music genres. Melbourne Promoter, KaZbAhMeDiA PRESENTS a massive night of MCs and DJs.

via Cypher – Home Grown.

THE CYPHER – MCs BEATS n FREES! – Sydney Fringe Show **FRI 26th SEPTEMBER!**

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The Cypher – MCs, Beats N Frees – Sydney Fringe Festival

Event type:

Music

Event (start) date: 26 Sep 2014
Event end date (if more than one day): 26 Sep 2014

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Event time(s): 7:30pm
Event phone: (02) 9550 3666
Event website:   http://www.factorytheatre.com.au/events/2014/09/26/the-cypher-mcs-djs-beats-n-frees
Event price(s): $20+bf
Buy tickets link:  http://www.factorytheatre.com.au/tickets/ftickets.php?gigid=5665
Venue: Factory Theatre
Address: 105 Victoria, Marrickvill SYDNEY
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 Fringe logo & theMusicdownload ** THE CYPHER ** – MCS, DJS, BEATS N FREE’S! –

SYDNEY FRINGE SHOW

– FRI 26TH SEPTEMBER 2014

@THEFACTORYTHEATRE MARRICKVILLE [NSW]

** WELCOME TO THE CYPHER…

“A FRESH NEW OZ HIP HOP LINE-UP, MIXED WITH A FUSION OF MUSIC GENRES”.

KAZBAHMEDIA PRESENTS A FULL NIGHT OF MCS, DJS & PERFORMANCES NOT TO BE MISSED!

FRI 26TH SEPT – TICKETS $20 +BF

http://www.factorytheatre.com.au/EVENTS/2014/09/26/THE-CYPHER-MCS-DJS-BEATS-N-FREES

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** THE CYPHER **

BEATS – LOW PRO MELBOURNE

MCS –

ENTYCE – MORSE GANG [SYDNEY]

KID – THE CLIQUE [SYDNEY]

TUMI [MELBOURNE]

TAZE [PERTH/USA]

** HIP HOP LINE-UP **

ODC – SYDNEY

KID – THE CLIQUE – SYDNEY

TUMI [FEAT. BRIELA.G.] – MELBOURNE

** LIVE BEAT MAKERS* LOW PRO – MELBOURNE

* SOUL SINGERS ** ALI HUGHES& ERICA ASCENZO – MELBOURNE

+ GUESTS PERFORMERS INCLUDING BRIELA G.

 

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** THE CYPHER **

– MCS, DJS, BEATS N FREE’S! ‘

– TICKETS $20 +BF

http://www.factorytheatre.com.au/EVENTS/2014/09/26/THE-CYPHER-MCS-DJS-BEATS-N-FREES

** THE CYPHER **

ROUND # 1: Fresh Beats N Frees

ROUND # 2: MC (16 bar) Knock out Rounds

ROUND #3: Final Round – MC Vs MC & Crowd Response the Winner & “Cypher King”

*** Fresh Hip Hop Line Up ***

BEATS – LOW PRO MELBOURNE

MCS – ENTYCE – MORSE GANG [SYDNEY] KID – THE CLIQUE [SYDNEY]

TUMI [MELBOURNE] TAZE [PERTH/USA]

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INTERVIEW:

http://issuu.com/spa_magazines/docs/themusic_nsw_054/42?E=1802895/9231437

The MUSIC MAG - Article THE CYPHER

CYPHER – 26 SEPT:

http://www.factorytheatre.com.au/events/2014/09/26/the-cypher-mcs-djs-beats-n-frees

FACEBOOK EVENT:

https://www.facebook.com/events/846849678673388/

CHANNEL V LISTINGS:

http://gigs.vmusic.com.au/2014/THE-CYPHER-HIP-HOP-MCS-DJS-FREES-BEATS/SYDNEY/MARRICKVILLE

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CYPHER ‘HOME GROWN’ –

http://musicfeast.com.au/2013-program/local-venue-in-progress/cypher/

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CHANNEL V LISTINGS:

http://gigs.vmusic.com.au/2014/THE-CYPHER-HOMEGROWN-HIP-HOP/MELBOURNE/THORNBURY’

FACEBOOK – Cypher Home Grown:

https://www.facebook.com/events/828383147180203/

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The 2014 National “Search 4 Pearls” Music Competition: Final Heats & Industry Party

Black Pearl Studios & KaZbAhMeDiA present..

The 2014 “Search 4 Pearls” Finals:

 

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AND THE WINNER IS….


From near to 900 songs that were entered in the national “Search 4 Pearls” music competition, a shortlist of twenty singers, bands and groups were selected. These contestants represented all genres across seven broad categories and a variety of ages, sounds and styles. They faced each other the Semi-Final Heats of the 2014 “Search 4 Pearls” competition on the Queen’s Birthday Monday at the Sandbelt Hotel, Moorabbin, on June 9 with a wildcard round kicking things off. Of this round three lucky wildcard contestants were selected by our panel of top industry judges to re-enter the competition and battle shortlisted contestants in their selected categories, in the live performance rounds that followed.

From the Semi-Final Round, a panel of five judges selected individual category winners. The Under 18’s was taken out by 16 year old Charlotte, and Solo Male, by acoustic artistst, Troy White. Solo Female went to the amazing talents of Ali Hughes, while Busy Kingdom took out the 1st of our bands heat and Slightly Left of Centre, the 2nd. First place in Hip hop was awarded to local MC, ALL 26, and the Classical & World finalist was Los Cougarmen. This group of highly skilled and diverse performers all won 1st place in their heats of the “Search 4 Pearls” competition semi-finals. An amazing array of talents that were then showcased in the major round battle the following night.

These performances in the MAJOR FINAL ROUND the following evening on June 10th were nothing short of spectacular! The final result was unbelievably close and out of a possible 250 points, the top three contestants all finished just one point apart. A truly amazing end to the first run of this national music competition.

 

Los Cougarmen(World/Classical category) & Busy Kingdom(Band A category winner)tied for 2nd place with a total of 163 points, while Slightly Left of Centre(Band B)took the lead in 1st place, finishing just one point ahead with 164 points!

 

The finale and industry party was a fantastic night of live music, exciting competition, food, fun & entertainment. With a live fashion show and twelve model catwalk, two live music performance rounds, judges, sponsors friends and industry faces all joining organisers to support the first ever “Search 4 Pearls” competition, the major round event and amazing finalists who came along way through the competition, to finish as major & semi-finalists, shortlisted and wildcard contestants.

 

Across the three rounds of the competition were judging panels consisting of the likes of Tim J Fry, from Steel Guitar Australia. Tim is also the Victorian representative of the Australian Independent Music Association teaming up with Australian Singer/ Songwriter of the Year Award winners Jacques Gentil (2013) and Karen Guymer (2010), Mike Puskas who’s thirty year career spans across many including Ikonic Management and Dead Famous Records (Aus & USA).  They were accompanied by two amazing, world-class artists, singer & pianist, Dominic Ross and singer / songwriter, Lucy Gale. Along withAustralian writer and director Frank Howson, renowned Music Producer credited with over 25 UK #1 hits, Julian Mendelsohn. These topindustry professionals volunteered themselves to the competition’s panel to judge the 2014 “Search 4 Pearls” national music contest.

 

With supporters donating amazing instruments, equipment, vouchers and accessories, to these top talents, the best of this year’s “Search 4 Pearls” debut will be rewarded with prizes as place holders for the semi-final round. This amazing prize pool includes 3 guitars, 2 keyboards, amplifiers, production and recording equipment thanks to the generous donations from Manny’s Music Store, SMPro, Pat’s Music, Studio Connections, Crystal Mastering and many more.

 With only 1 point between the top 3 contestants, two amazing groups tied for 2nd place with the 1st place winner, “2014’s Pearl” & the $10,000+ major prize of recording sessions, production, mastering & two months promotion, claiming this title by only one point.

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Taking out the competition as “2014’s Pearl” & overall major prize winner was local band, Slightly Left of Centre.

In a night of fun filled entertainment, these top contestants went head to head in a final battle round to in front of a list of industry guests, musicians, entertainers, and models who hit the Black Pearl Runway for an event that was be nothing short of spectacular! Thank you to Lucia Hou who directed and coordinated the Black Pearl Runway. Organisers Black Pearls Studios and KaZbAhMeDiA would like to say a special THANK YOU to all who got involved!!

 

BY KARYN SCOTTNEY-TURBILL

KaZbAhMeDiA  www.kazbahmedia.com

 

Black Pearl Studios –

www.blackpearlstudios.com.au

Ph: (03) 9939 7209 yury@blackpearlstudios.com.au

‘Shades of Pain: A Survivor Called Wanda’ -Art Exhibition and Community Expo, Oakleigh VIC

EDITORIAL-KikquaExpo    ‘Shades of Pain’ Art Exhibition and Community Expo

Launches in Oakleigh, Sunday 27th April 2014 (12:30pm)

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In support of the Federal Government’s National Pain Strategy, which commenced in 2010, Wanda Cook and Associates are launching an art exhibition and community event from Sunday 27th April to Saturday 3rd May 2014.

 

As Wanda continues on her own journey of managing persistent pain, she has spent a great deal of her own time creating awareness of this cause and with her previous a career as a nurse, she has been running numerous workshops focusing on pain management strategies through the techniques of Kikqua Therapy.

 

When discussing Wanda’s own plight, she opened up about her own journey with severe and persistent pain.

 

“It has been a long and drawn out process, as a consequence of workplace and motor traffic injuries with the most harmful effects actually occurring by inhumane dealings of insurers and the disenfranchised process of legal systems that bounce injured workers around as mere commodities from bureaucracies and red tape with little to no checks and balances. The consequence of my story are available on Pain Australia’s website and my self-directive recovery and educative stories are available on Kikqua Therapy website with linkage to the interactive practise and studies as hosted by Kikquaonline website”.

 

There are many alternative in the pain arena but no ONE fix for all and no “cure” at this stage although hope remains high as we look to the future and further support by Federal governments for the National Pain Strategy (2010) of which Victoria is yet to commit as a signatory and fully fund all of the goals.

 

As founder and CEO of Wanda Cook and Associates, Wanda elaborated on her involvement with the Federal Governement initiative:

 

“My involvement with the National Pain Strategy (NPS) was initially as what seemed a single “consumer voice” (in Victoria) advocating for the improvement of services and support to those who experience persistent pain through ‘no fault’ injury and especially where children, bear the brunt of ignore-ance, servitude and isolation”.

 

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“Through an amazing spiritual (para-normal to some) experience I found the will and strength to re-learn and discovered when the student is willing the teacher appears”.

 

“I found I was not alone and was invited to take part on the National advisory panel for Chronic Pain Australia (CPA) – a not for profit consumer organisation advocating and leading the consumer arm of the National Pain Summit – later to become the (NPS) and a world leading model used in the Declaration of Montreal to see pain management be observed as a Human right”.

 

Now Wanda with the assistance of KaZbAhMeDiA is hosting a week long art exhibition and community event.

 

The main expo days will include the art exhibtition and sales, entertainment, food, coffee and refreshments, stalls and merchandise and live music. There will also be arts and crafts, guest speakers, massage therapy, kid’s activities and merchandise, competitions, raffles and a sausage sizzle, among other community based activities and family fun. We invite people to come down to Liddiard Gallery and Convention Centre in Oakleigh and experience this event and art exhibition on Sunday 27th April from 12pm and again on the following Saturday, 3rd May from 9:30am. As well as these expo days, a workshop will be held on Thurday the 1st May from 9:30am providing education in pain management and awareness of the National Pain Strategy. This workshop will include speakers, activities and a Q&A panel and lunch, refreshments, art and merchant sales will also be available. On Friday the 2nd May a silent auction will be run by Jonathon Eaves from Ray White, Oakleigh and this will commence from 6:30pm, with entertainment across the evening and food, refreshments and merchant sales available on the night.

 

Wanda Cook in response to her involvement and interest in the National Pain Strategy (2010) further stated:

 

“Faciliotated learning in health and community is my passion and finding methods and tools of engagement have been the driving force behind Kikqua Therapy as a program. Especially those used for culturally and lingusitcally diverse communities. Not just for English as a second language or Multiculturalism specific, but for the “real diversity” that of children, Mums and Dads, young people, aging people and those ethinically conected to lands orginating from near and far.

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“Disability is not the barrier Stigma and isolation are the preventers”.

 

“…If seeing is believing and experiencial learning is the most lasting then come and experience KT for yourself and join us on the journey as we deliver Kikqua where Knowledge is the key question understand and apply as we explore Shades of Pain and stories by a survivor called Wanda”.

 

So come along to the ‘Shades of Pain’ expo on Sunday the 27th April – Saturday 3rd May and learn more about Wanda’s struggle, hear from guest speakers and support this fantastic cause. The expo days are going to be exciting, lively community events, with numerous activities, stalls, food, refreshments and entertainment to suit the whole family.

 

It will be an event that should not be missed!

“Shades of Pain” Exhibition & Kikqua Community Expo

Sunday April 27th (Sunday from 12pm) – Saturday 3rd May (daily from 9:30am)

Cnr Warrigal & Dandenong Roads, Oakleigh

 

For more information contact:

Wanda Cook & Associates

Ph: (03) 8502 2643

wca.kikqua@gmail.com

www.kikquatherapy.com.au

 

Supporting cross-cultural communications & Pain Management:

Kikqua Therapy (KT) is a cross cultural communications program for self directive management of persistent pain.

Supporting Goal 2 of the National Pain Strategy: ‘A knowledgeable, supports & empowered consumer’

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Article By Karyn Scottney-Turbill

www.KaZbAhMeDiA.com

“SEARCH 4 PEARLS” MUSIC COMPETITION

“Search 4 Pearls” Music Competition

NOW OPEN for entries until 30th April 2014!

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So go to http://kazbahmedia.com & ENTER by following the guidelines, T’s & C’s and submitting your music and entry form via post to Black Pearl Studios or email to kazbahmediaoz@gmail.com  

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*Get your entries in NOW to have more chance to be selected as a “HOT ENTRY” and receive extra promotions during the entry period!

 

Black Pearl Studios in conjunction with KaZbAhMeDia present…

 “SEARCH 4 PEARLS” 2014

– A fresh new MUSIC COMPETITON & hunt for Ozzie Sounds!!

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*** Do you know a true PEARL that’s waiting to be discovered?? ***

 ** We are calling ALL musicians, singers and songwriters to enter their tracks for a REAL chance at exposure, prizes and leg up into the music industry!

SIX Categories to ENTER:

1. Under 18s [Group & Solo Entries]

2. Best Solo: Acoustic / Country / Pop / Rock / Jazz / Classical

3. Best Band: Rock / Metal / Indie Alternative

4. Best Modern Group: Pop / Dance / Modern Music

5. Modern Music solo/duo: Hip hop / RnB / Electro / DJ Production

6. Group Performance: Choir / Orchestra / Classical Duos & Groups

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COMPETITION PRIZES, Sponsors & Supporters:

*** PROUDLY ANNOUNCING ***

The addition of mastering by Crystal Mastering to the major prize as well as the amazing 1st place prize for one of the categories- a pair of Genelec speakers, from our friends & sponsors at Studio Connections, with a retail value of $1300! Along with these fantastic prizes are stacks of other great #rewards, including retail goods, equipment and accessories (Ubersonic), gift vouchers, gig bookings, artist promotions and a music video recording. Plus contestants also go in the running for a recording session with Steel Guitarist Timothy J Fry (#Australian Music #Industry Awards & Steel #Guitar Australia) + hundreds of $$$ in studio vouchers that are up for grabs! There are still more great prizes & sponsors to be announced over the coming weeks… so stay tuned for more updates!

 

“SEARCH 4 PEARLS” MAJOR PRIZE VALUED AT $10,000+

–          Studio Sessions & Recording

–          CD / EP production + Promotional video of the experience

–          Mastering by Crystal Mastering

–          2 Months Artist Promotions by KaZbAhMeDiA

PLUS:

*      PRIZES FOR 1st, 2nd & 3rd PLACE HOLDERS IN EACH CATEGORY

*     SHORTLISTED CONTESTANTS invited to the FINAL HEAT at an INDUSTRY PARTY & AWARDS NIGHT which will take place at Black Pearl Studios in late May 2014.

FINALS:

Industry Party & Awards Night – Here shortlisted contestants from each category will perform their track live in front of our carefully selected & highly experienced judging panel, made up of established musicians and industry professionals from a broad range of genres & backgrounds.

The will also get to mingle & network with industry guests & supporters, including venue owners, media representatives, managers, producers, publicists and others within the music industry

 

Black Pearl Studios & KaZbAhMeDiA are proud to announce the following sponsors & supporters:

** SPONSORS:      

Crystal Mastering-   www.crystalmastering.com.au

Studio Connections- www.studioconnections.com.au

Ubersonic- www.ubersonic.com.au

** SUPPORTERS:       

VENUES:        

The Laundry Bar – www.laundrybar.com.au

 Evelyn Hotel – www.evelynhotel.com.au

MEDIA:           

Beat Magazine- www.beat.com.au

Porch Thoughts- www.porchthoughts.com.au

** JUDGING PANEL:  

Timothy J Fry – The Australian Music Industry Awards (AMIA) & Steel Guitar Australia, Australian Songwriters Association representatives Jacques Mario Gentil (Songwriter of the Year 2013) and Karen Guyment (2010 winner) and renowned Jazz Performer, Composer,  Music Teacher & Department Head (Monash University), Mr Tony Gould. They will be accompanied by established singer / songwriter, Lucy Gale, her producer, John Houston (Nippy Inc. USA), Classical Musician, Pianist, Composer & Classical + Hip Hop/Electro Music Producer, Philip Gelbach.

** With more sponsors, supporters & industry representatives to attend / judge the finals to be announced in coming weeks! **

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“Search 4 Pearls” Music Competition 

Supporting the Australian music scene, local artists, new talents, the industry and community!

 ENTER NOW @ http://kazbahmedia.com  ** & SHARE with OZ musicians in your network! **

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BLACK PEARL STUDIOS

State-of-the-Art Studios located in the heart of Bayside, Melbourne 

 www.blackpearlstudios.com.au               PH: (03) 9939 7209

 As seen in Channel Seven’s tele-movie, INXS ‘Never Tear Us Apart’

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*** Follow Black Pearl Studios & KaZbAhMeDiA on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram ***

 

** GOOD LUCK!! **

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NOTE: Artists will not be penalised for DIY or low quality recordings – We are only interested in the raw talents and real skills that entries showcase, so enter any recordings you have that showcase you at your best. We will accept MP3/WAV formats (DIY or professional recordings) via email to kazbahmediaoz@gmail.com or tracks on CDs & DVDs (homemade, live recordings or studio productions) as postal entries to Black Pearl Studios.

++ FOR ENTRY FORMS, DETAILS & T&C’s:    http://kazbahmedia.com

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“SEARCH 4 PEARLS” Music Competition – Do you know a true PEARL, waiting to be discovered??

“Search 4 Pearls 2014” – Music Competition 

Black Pearl Studios

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*SEE http://www.blackpearlstudios.com.au  & GO TO http://www.kazbahmedia.com TO ENTER *

“SEARCH 4 PEARLS” 2014:

This year Black Pearl Studios in conjunction with the media and promotional services offered by KaZbAhMeDiA, are on a search for ‘pearls’ hidden among us. On the hunt for fresh Ozzie talents and new sounds, we will host a music competition, promotions and awards night with judges from the industry and several names and known faces for short-listed contestants to listen to and network with. This event will be held during May with the date to be announced prior to the closing date for entrees.

Each short-listed contestant/group will be required to perform their shortlisted track, nominated for the final heat and overall grand prize (valued at 10,000+), in front of industry guests & the panel of judges attending the awards night party. Guests will be able to vote for contestants, but the main percentage of points per entrant will be awarded by the judges, who will all be established industry professionals, including performers and producers, each with accomplished careers in music and entertainment.

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SIX Categories to ENTER:

1. Under 18s [Group & Solo Entries]

2. Best Solo: Acoustic / Country / Pop / Rock / Jazz / Classical / Opera

3. Best Band: Rock / Metal / Indie Alternative

4. Best Modern Group: Pop / Dance / Modern Music

5. Modern Music solo/duo/trio: Hip hop / RnB / Electronic / DJ Production

6. Group Performance: Choir / Orchestra / Classical Duos & Groups

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*** Each category has prizes for 1st & 2nd place winners**

Editorials, blogs, links & songs of ‘hot entries’ and shortlisted contestants will be added to KaZbAhMeDiA website, blog reel and blog site, Black Pearl Studios Facebook and Twitter page & KaZbAhMeDiA social networks

* PLUS ALL Shortlisted entrants for each category notified & invited to awards party @ Black Pearl Studios *

* State-of-the-Art Facilities * World-Class recording studios *

www.blackpearlstudios.com.au

@Black Pearl Studios on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram

PH: (03) 9939 7209

yury@blackpearlstudios.com.au

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*** MAJOR PRIZE WORTH OVER $10,000! ***

OVERALL winner Receives:

–        Free studio sessions & recording + CD of studio production & DVD of Experience. As well as 2 months of artist promotions by KaZbAhMeDiA

PROUDLY ANNOUNCING: Additional services of CRYSTAL MASTERING to the Major Prize!

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This competition is in support of young talented singers/musicians, schools, church & community groups, the community, local bands & will be helping to keep live music culture alive in Melbourne. Furthermore, your support will in turn support numerous groups, people and businesses within the community, as well as local artists and will assist young talents get industry exposure, recognition and public support.

*** DO YOU REPRESENT OR SUPPORT NEW, UNDISCOVERED OR UP-AND-COMING ARTISTS? ***

Please SHARE the attached PDFs and competition details.

To apply artists simply go to www.kazbahmedia.com & follow the link to the competition page and enter!

Selected artists will get additional exposure & individual promo during the competition period. These will be selected by organisers, judges & promoters, based on their potential, uniqueness/professionalism and talent.

TO ENTER: Applicants must send their song(s) via email to kazbahmediaoz@gmail.com or post to BLACK PEARL STUDIOS [9/21 Capella Crescent, Moorabbin 3189] along with their completed entry form (including artist/group bio) accompanied by one or two images of the artist(s) for any subsequent promotions.

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MEDIA, MARKETING & COMPETITION PROMOTIONS:    The “Search 4 Pearls 2014” competition has already been advertised in the press, publications, on social media (Black Pearl Studios and KaZbAhMeDiA on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest) and throughout Melbourne. It will be advertised in Beat Magazine for the next 2 weeks and this is likely to continue until the final week of the competition. With radio promotions and interviews on the ABC Ballarat, Mixx FM (Regional VIC) and community radio in Melbourne it is already gaining a great deal of attention and public support. “Search 4 Pearls” has been mentioned in a full-page editorial featured in last week’s publication of the Melbourne Observer, local press, blog sites and has been distributed a media release and throughout our own databases/networks. Competition flyers have been sent throughout music databases, to artists registered through agents such as Burgess Bookings (Global Battle of the Bands) and posters have been distributed to venues, notice boards, and displayed throughout several Tafes and Universities. Distribution of flyers, posters and promotional materials will continue and will be expanded to cover selected regional areas and the venues throughout Victoria.

Any future promotional material will include a mention of sponsor, as will emails, attachments and social media content.

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SO JOIN THE LOCAL COMMUNITY & THE INDUSTRY BY GIVING YOUR HELP SUPPORT NEW MUSIC, UNSIGNED ARTISTS & AUSTRALIAN MUSICIANS & IN TURN WE WILL PROMOTE YOUR GOODWILL & GET THE COMMUNITY TO SUPPORT YOU!

Please direct all sponsorship, donations and marketing inquiries to:

Karyn:    0414 567 126        kazbahmedia.oz@gmail.com        

Galina:   0407 540 137       yury@blackpearlstudios.com.au

By Karyn Scottney-Turbill

Media, Marketing & PR Manager

Black Pearl Studios

“SEARCH 4 PEARLS” COMPETITION UPDATE:
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*Entries for “Search 4 Pearls #2014” are now officially open & #artist + #competition promos have begun! *
I just hit the airwaves in #Ballarat & Horsham to rustle up some talent from regional #VIC. So the battle with the #country #folk for the “Search4PEARLS” shortlist is officially on!!
Don’t wait.., get your entries in early & have more chances to be selected for #promo running for the duration of competition.If you haven’t already, check it out:

Black Pearl Studios present…
“THE 2014 SEARCH FOR PEARLS”
**A Hunt for NEW OZZIE Talents in 2014**

A Fresh New #Music Competition with stacks of #PRIZES!
*MAJOR PRIZE VALUED @ OVER $10,000! *
+ Each category has prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place #winners

How to ENTER:
Like @blackpearlstudios + @KaZbAhMeDiA on #Facebook
[Follow competition posts/updates]
– Send the application form + your track(s) in #MP3 (or WAV) format via EMAIL (OR #CD / #DVD via post with selected#track clearly marked & easily accessed)
**1 submission (track) per entry**
Multiple entries accepted (Read T&C’s & comp guidelines before submitting).
NOTE: We want entries that represent the skills & talents of artists & will not penalise contestants for low quality recordings,#DYI or dated productions… just enter any recordings showcasing your artistic best!Enter @ www.kazbahmedia.com
If you have any queries shoot me (Karyn) an email via kazbahmediaoz@gmail.com
*** GOOD LUCK! ***

‘LIKE’ & Follow the conversations & promoted ‘hot’ entries on @BlackPearlstudios @KaZbAhMeDiA Facebook pages. #Listen to these selected entries & #support those you like + #local artists in your #community!

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 KaZbAhMeDiA    * Media * Marketing * Promotions *

W: http://KaZbAhMeDiA.com

e:  kazbahmedia.oz@gmail.com

 @KaZbAhMeDiA Twitter, Facebook & Instagram

BEHIND THE SCENES AT BLACK PEARL STUDIOS

BEHIND THE SCENES AT BLACK PEARL STUDIOS:

#INXS ‘Never Tear Us Apart’

“How we helped make #television history as Shine #Australia captivated a nation”

#Article by @Karyn Scottney-Turbill [#KaZbAhMeDiA]
[Image source: Shine Australia] 

BEHIND THE SCENES AT BLACK PEARL STUDIOS

BEHIND THE SCENES AT BLACK PEARL STUDIOS:

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INXS ‘Never Tear US Apart’

“How we helped make Television History, as Shine Australia captivated a nation”

INXS 'Never Tear Us Apart' Channel Seven tele-movie [Shine Australia] The Cast @ Black Pearl Studios

INXS ‘Never Tear Us Apart’ Channel Seven tele-movie [Shine Australia] The Cast @ Black Pearl Studios

When driving along Cochrane Road in the heart of Moorabbin, many would have no clue that turning down one of its many crescents would lead you to a true ‘pearl’ amongst a backdrop of concrete streets and bustling industry. Those in the know however are more than aware of the world-class recording facilities here inside Black Pearl Studios in the centre of Bayside, Melbourne.

As you step inside and see what these studios have on offer it is very obvious why Shine Australia, the producers of ‘Chopper the Musical’, MTV, Coles and a variety of musicians have chosen these facilities for their own recordings, film scenes and commercial productions. Housed inside these  state-of-the-art studios is some of the best recording and production equipment in the industry and one of the biggest collections of instruments around.

With such big studios and specialised equipment on site, the amazing Black Pearl Studios were a clear choice for the location scouts of Shine Australia. The perfect recording studio to replicate the INXS story, it was used for scenes which featured in the finale of ‘Never Tear Us Apart’, which aired on Channel Seven on Sunday night.

“Shooting INXS- Never Tear Us Apart, we were looking for locations that were accessible, flexible and visually interesting. Black Pearl gave us the ability to realise the demands of the script without compromise. In the end we were able to shoot more that we had originally planned because the studio worked so well. The staff were friendly and very helpful, and the added bonus was the fantastic range of period amps and instruments that made our art department’s eyes light up the moment they saw them. A good experience all round”.

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Andrew Prowse: Director/Producer INXS ‘Never Tear Us Apart’ [Shine Australia]
 

Black Pearl set the scene for the recording of the 1993 INXS album release ‘Full Moon, Dirty Hearts’ which was produced on the island of Capri, Italy.

We want to record the album in Capri… there’s a state-of-the-art studio there”

[Andrew Ryan, playing Andrew Farris in Seven’s tele-movie INXS ‘Never Tear Us Apart’].

INXS 'Never Tear Us Apart' Channel Seven tele-movie [Shine Australia] Andrew Ryan (as Andrew Farris) @ Black Pearl Studios

INXS ‘Never Tear Us Apart’ Channel Seven tele-movie [Shine Australia] Andrew Ryan (as Andrew Farris) @ Black Pearl Studios

When chatting with studio owner Yury Kogan, I took a behind the scenes look at the shooting of these crucial moments in the movie and INXS story. The filming at Black Pearl Studios depicted the band’s experiences recording on the island of Capri and in later scenes, when Black Pearl appeared as the location for their next album production. Replicating a Vancouver studio, the later footage set the scene in Canada where INXS recorded their final album, later titled ‘Elegantly Wasted’.

“During the scenes of ‘Capri, Michael (Luke Arnold) was smoking and throwing his cigarettes and alcohol all over the place. Then there were the shots of the knife and bottle throwing that had to be filmed. Later our second studio became the setting of their 1996 album recording. It was all really interesting to be a part of, I enjoyed the whole show. I think it was very well done and I’m very happy we were able to help” said Kogan.

In these captivating scenes replicating the recordings done in Capri, Italy of 1993 release “Full Moon, Dirty Hearts” actor Luke Arnold who played Michael Hutchence in Seven’s tele-movie, skilfully depicted a time of instability for Michael and the resulting conflicts between him and others. INXS members recalled Michael’s bad behaviour at the Capri studio, butting out on the floor and tipping out his drink, moments before throwing the bottle and smashing it against the wall above Jon Farris, played by Ido Trent. These scenes highlighted the tense and confronting moments between the members of the band at this time.

INXS 'Never Tear Us Apart' Channel Seven tele-movie [Shine Australia] Luke Arnold playing Michael Hutchence @ Black Pearl Studios

INXS ‘Never Tear Us Apart’ Channel Seven tele-movie [Shine Australia] Luke Arnold playing Michael Hutchence @ Black Pearl Studios

Black Pearl Studios were the perfect location to set these scenes and to replicate the months the band spent on the recording. The tele-movie also reconstructed later moments of the album’s production with more dramatic scenes featuring Michael dropping and throwing a knife onto the studio floor, actions that lead to an argument with Gary Beers (played by Hugh Sheridan). “You’re acting like a prick what the hell is the matter with you?” He yelled. To which Michael (Luke Arnold) answered “maybe I should just quit the band”. These scenes highlighted the problems between Michael and INXS band members at that time and the beginning of the end, as the fame and future of INXS slowly began to unravel.

INXS 'Never Tear Us Apart' Channel Seven tele-movie [Shine Australia] @ Black Pearl Studios

INXS ‘Never Tear Us Apart’ Channel Seven tele-movie [Shine Australia] @ Black Pearl Studios

“The drum kit was augmented with roto-tom to reflect the set up used by INXS and a collection of period guitars as advised by team Farris” – Studio owner, Yury Kogan.

Shine Australia went on the use Black Pearl’s second studio for the filming of 1996 album recording in Vancouver, Canada. Kogan explained how the equipment readily available at Black Pearl Studios was perfect for scenes of the INXS album recordings, such as period amplifiers and the correct style of microphones for the era. These were very similar to those used by INXS and appeared in many of these shots.

“The drum kit was augmented with roto-tom to reflect the set up used by INXS and a collection of period guitars as advised by team Farris. They also wanted to use a vintage Rodes piano, which we have two of. They used period correct microphones from our collection” stated studio owner, Yury Kogan.

Yury Kogan Studio A State-of-the-Art Recording Studio, Moorabbin VIC

Yury Kogan
Studio A
State-of-the-Art Recording Studio, Moorabbin VIC

 

In discussing the experience he stated “The interesting part was working with the actors and meeting Tim Farris. We also enjoyed having the fantastic and very professional crew, the producers and directors of the tele-movie as well as the excellent catering service that was provided. The whole experience was very professional and very well organised. Shine Australia were also very happy to use our advice in arranging some scenes and Tim Farris really nice guy!”

 

 

This is just one of many examples of great productions that have come out of Black Pearl Studios in their relatively short period of operation. With state-of-the-art facilities, ample recording and rehearsal spaces and an array of stunning instruments and equipment available at the studios, it is clear to see why so many local artists, film and television crews and established musicians are choosing these Bayside studios for their own productions.

Now Black Pearl owners would like to invite artists and industry professionals to experience these world-class facilities for themselves, announcing their new music competition “Search 4 Pearls 2014”. They are embarking on a search for ‘pearls’ hidden among us and are on the hunt for fresh Aussie talents and new sounds by hosting a music competition. This will include artist promotions and an awards party, with a judging panel of highly skilled musicians and industry professionals.

The competition runs until March 31st 2014 and will be in support of young talented singers and musicians, schools, churches, the community and local bands.

So get behind the contestants and Black Pearl as they promote live music and local artists, helping to keep music and culture alive in Melbourne!

"Search 4 Pearls" Music Competition SIX Categories to ENTER:   1.     Under 18s  [Group & Solo Entries] 2.     Best Band / Group Entry: Rock / Pop / Metal / Alternative / Indie 3.     Best Solo: Acoustic / Classical / Country / Pop / Jazz performance 4.     Modern Music: Hip hop / RnB / Electronic / DJ Production 5.     Group Performance: Choir / Orchestra / Classical Duos & Groups   *** MAJOR PRIZE WORTH OVER $10,000! *** Each category has prizes for 1st & 2nd place winners   OVERALL winner: MAJOR PRIZE VALUE $10,000+ -        Free studio sessions & recording -        CD of studio production & DVD of Experience -        1 month promotions by KaZbAhMeDiA  -        ALL Shortlisted entrants for each category notified & invited to awards party @Black Pearl Studios ENTER: www.kazbahmedia.com Entries Close 31st March 2014

“Search 4 Pearls” Music Competition
SIX Categories to ENTER:
1. Under 18s [Group & Solo Entries]
2. Best Solo: Acoustic / Classical / Country / Pop / Jazz performance 3. Best Band: Rock/ Metal/ Indie/          Alternative                                  4. Best Modern Group:  Pop/ Dance/ Modern Music (e.g. Hip hop) 
5. Modern Music Solo/Duo/Trio: Hip hop / RnB / Electronic / DJ Production
6. Group Performance: Choir / Orchestra / Classical Duos & Groups
*** MAJOR PRIZE WORTH OVER $10,000! ***
Each category has prizes for 1st & 2nd place winners
OVERALL winner: MAJOR PRIZE VALUE $10,000+
– Free studio sessions & recording
– CD of studio production & DVD of Experience
– 1 month promotions by KaZbAhMeDiA
– ALL Shortlisted entrants for each category notified
& invited to awards party @Black Pearl Studios
ENTER: http://www.kazbahmedia.com
Entries Close 31st March 2014

 

 

   Entry details and information at www.kazbahmedia.com 

   For industry enquiries see www.blackpearlstudios.com.au for contact details.

By Karyn Scottney-Turbill

“The BLACK PEARL Experience”

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“The BLACK PEARL Experience”
Unique, Professional, State-of-the-Art Studios

#MUSIC #ENTERTAINMENT & #ARTIST #PROMOTIONS:
Get your #tracks recorded @BlackPearlStudios #World class facilities

#Promote your #talents & grow your #fanbase with the help of KaZbAhMeDiA  – #Media #Marketing #Promotions #PR #Socialmedia management #Multimedia #Productions, #Artist & #Entertainment #Management
http://kazbahmedia.com/

Follow @BlackPearlStudios & @KaZbAhMeDia on #Twitter, #Facebook, #Pinterest & #Instagram!

CX Magazine  POSTER

Years in the making, Black Pearl Studios situated in the heart of Bayside, Melbourne are state of the art recording and production studios, designed by some of the best sound architects the industry has seen. As studio owner and sound engineer Yury Kogan lay out the studio plans, fulfilling his long awaited dream, he wanted nothing less than the best and built the studios under the guidance of the best acousticians in the world. Requesting the professional advice sound architects and studio designers residing in Belgium, Black Pearl Studios, from the initial stages of its studio design has been created to rival all others and is arguably one of the best in existence, coupled with an impressive collection of handcrafted and uniquely designed instruments, taking its place amongst hundreds of pieces of state of the art guitars, keyboards and musical instruments. This carefully constructed collection is impressive not just for the unmistakable quality of each piece, but also from its sheer size and diversity, with studio equipment including an elegant, hand-picked Yamaha C7 Auditorium Grand Piano, antique acoustics, organs and amps and a collection of guitars, keyboards and drums, available to performers at no extra charge.

With an extraordinary array of equipment available to performers in each studio of his state of the art facilities and studios includes over 140 prestigious guitars. Many of these are original designs, crafted by world renowned guitar shaper Marc Nicol, known for creating the pieces used by US stars such as Pink, Portishead and Slash (Guns n Roses). These are accompanied by over 370 specialist microphones to perfect the sound of any musical style and voice. Most impressive is the magnificent central sound recording studio, equipped with the rare and highly sort after 72 SSL 4000 E series console, accompanied by a G+ computer, automation and total recall which is the series console that is renowned within the industry for elevating production qualities in sound recordings.

Black Pearl Studios can offer in-studio comforts with leather lounges and ample space for both musicians and audiences in the beautifully finished studios, able to accommodate 50+ musicians in Studio A and another 40+ in Studio B plus equipment without sacrificing comfort. The studio also has ample space for and access to a unique Yamaha C7 Concert Grand piano. This stunning piece was handpicked and shipped from Japan and is accompanied by a range of drums, amps, instruments and equipment.

The production and post-production equipment is also amongst the industries finest, rarest and most sought after by both the engineers and clients, industry professionals seeking superior, flawless productions with the highest quality audio recordings. Better still, Black Pearl Studios state-of-the-art studios and facilities are available to hire at extremely competitive rates, with additional kitchen, lounge and function spaces, television, gaming and customer facilities all part of the Black Pearl Studio experience and service. With studio hire at an irresistible price, leading sound and production engineers can record, produce and master each audio recording. Black Pearl’s professional production team create the highest standards in audio production, with flawless technique and sound (+visual) quality in music, multimedia, voice-overs and vocal and media productions. This is all available to artists from as little as an additional $250 per 6 hour recording session. With top of the range equipment provided at no additional cost to performers, the studios full range of client, production and entertainment services extends far beyond current market expectations and standards.

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Black Pearl Studios can now offers the services of @KaZbAhMeDiA to clients for representation, media promotions, digital networking, along with multimedia/online content, production and PR services.

Black Pearl Studios – Moorabbin, Victoria #Melbourne #Recording #Studio #Music #Instruments #Equipmen #Mixers

info@blackpearlstudios.com.au

03 9939 7209

#MUSIC #ENTERTAINMENT & #ARTIST #PROMOTIONS:

KaZbAhMeDiA- #Digital #Media, #Marketing & #Promotions:
#Multimedia & #Content #Production, #SocialMedia #Management, #Music, #Entertainment & #Business #Promotions
#Melbourne, #Australia
http://kazbahmedia.com/
kazbahmedia.oz@gmail.com

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Check out Black Pearl Studios! Melbourne’s state-of-the-art recording & music production studios. Inquiries to info@blackpearlstudios.com.au
Check out
http://blackpearlstudios.com.au/
& follow on Facebook,Twitter & Instagram
#Melbourne #Australia #music2014 #Moorabbin #music#production #studios @blackpearlstudios @Black_pearl_100 @KaZbAhMeDiA

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– Beautifully finished #studios accommodate 50+ #musicians in Studio A and another 40+ in Studio B.

– Studio bookings $550 per day + an #Engineer starting at $250 + free use of our #musical instruments.

– State-of-the-art facilities and studios includes over 140 prestigious #guitars & 370 specialist #microphones

– Elegant Yamaha C7 Auditorium Grand #Piano, antique #acoustics, organs and amps available @ no extra $.

– Studio facilities + kitchen, lounge and function spaces, television, gaming and customer facilities.

**ALWAYS OPEN ** (Bookings Essential)

www.blackpearlstudios.com.au