Archive for the ‘Entertainment’ Category
Wednesday, May 1st, 2013
Recess Music, a company dedicated to helping kids value a world that is wise, fair, and generous-hearted, will release Share!, the fourth in its Best Food Forward series of CDs, on March 26 from Big Round Records.
The album, for kids ages 3 to 11, celebrates sharing and generosity as key actions for bringing harmony and understanding into classrooms, neighborhoods, and homes. Share! features 15 tracks that showcase contributions from kids’ musicians including Renee & Jeremy, Dog on Fleas, Ben Rudnick & Friends, Charity and the JAMband, and Noel Paul Stookey (“Paul” of folk-singing trio Peter, Paul and Mary). Other titles in the Best Foot Forward series include Someone Else’s Shoes, Big Bully, and U R Some 1.
Tags: Ben Rudnick & Friends, Big Bully, Big Round Records, Charity and the JAMband, Dog on Fleas, kids' music, Noel Paul Stookey, Peter Paul and Mary, Recess Music, Renee & Jeremy, Share!, Someone Else's Shoes, U R Some 1
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Tuesday, April 23rd, 2013
Brooklyn-based “Miss Nina” (Nina Stone) released her second kids’ CD Sha Doo Be Doop, by Little Monster Records, on April 16. Stone continues her commitment to creating music that is conceived with the young child in mind with this album for children ages 1 to 6.
On Sha Doo Be Doop, kids can groove to “The Brown Bear Rap,” basked on Bill Martin and Eric Carle’s children’s book, Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? or gnash their teeth and show their claws to “Wild Things,” an interactive ode to Maurice Sendak’s Where the Wild Things Are. “Bye-Bye, Everybody” offers kid-friendly instruction on how to say goodbye in nine different languages.
Tags: Bill Martin, Brown Bear Brown Bear What Do You See, Bye-Bye Everybody, Eric Carle, kids' music, Little Monster Records, Maurice Sendak, Miss Nina, Nina Stone, Sha Doo Be Doop, The Brown Bear Rap, The Toy Insider, Where the Wild Things Are, Wild Things
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Wednesday, January 30th, 2013
It’s Not Fair to Me from Round River Records is the collaboration between two award-winning children’s music veterans. Bill Harley and Keith Munslow bring years of performing and friendship to a wacky collection of songs that range from the spooky “Stinkeye” to the blues send-up “Give Me Back My Hat.”
Other songs on the album, about misbehaving dogs, whining little brothers, and ugly sweaters, showcase a wide range of styles and topics that find Harley and Munslow at their songwriting and performing best.
The album will be available everywhere on February 12. The duo will celebrate the release with concerts early this year.
Tags: Bill Harley, It's Not Fair to Me, Keith Munslow, Round River Records
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Thursday, December 13th, 2012
Award-winning kids’ musician SteveSongs, known as PBS Kids’ “Mr. Steve,” will release his eighth CD Orangutan Van on January 29.
Orangutan Van contains SteveSongs tradition of great melodies, catchy lyrics, and playful humor that allow kids to be entertained and educated at the same time. A highlight of this album is “All In This Together (MLK),” with lyrics inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and music driven by a stellar band. Other songs include “Recess Rocks,” “Superhero You,” and “Soaring with Reading,” which features Glen “Big Baby” Davis of the Boston Celtics/Orlando Magic and motivates listeners to go anywhere they want to go through the magic of reading.
Although Orangutan Van does not officially release until the end of January, fans can purchase the CD for delivery now through the store on SteveSongs website.
Tags: Mr. Steve, Orangutan Van, PBS Kids, SteveSongs
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Monday, November 12th, 2012
The iTikes Piano from MGA Entertainment teaches kids about music theorywhile making ti fun and interactive! Without an iDevice, the keyboard comes with four built-in songs that can be played in four different modes: Freeplay, Stepper, Solo, and Playback. When connected with an iDevice, the features of the piano are enhanced. It is compatible with all iDevices.
Tags: iTikes Piano, MGA Entertainment
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Monday, October 15th, 2012
Vanessa Trien and the Jumping Monkeys released their newest CD, Bubble Ride, on October 2. The band’s vibrant energy is apparent on this 14-track album produced by Vee Tree Records. With mostly acoustic instruments and Vanessa Trien’s leading vocals, Bubble Ride provides a fresh sound for children ages 1 to 8. Triend’s folk roots are evident in the style of the original songs, as are hints of blues, rockabilly, jazz, Latin, and ’70s and ’80s pop. Bubble Ride is full of spontaneity and energized harmonies that will have the whole family dancing.
Tags: Bubble Ride, Vanessa Trien and the Jumping Monkeys, Vee Tree Records
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Monday, October 15th, 2012
Nicknamed “the Grateful Dead for kids,” Ben Rudnick & Friends launched their 10th album, Love is a Superpower on October 2. The tracks are a mix of blue grass, country, reggae, western swing, folk, and a variety of rock styles. WIth many original songs, instrumental tracks, and a cover of “Here Comes the Sun,” Love is a Superpower is full of positive energy. This album, produced by Bartlett Ave. Records, is one that parents and kids will both enjoy. Love is a Superpower will be available for children of all ages to share with grownups and build a sense of community fun across generations.
Tags: Bartlett Ave. Records, Ben Rudnick & Friends, Love is a Superpower
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Monday, October 15th, 2012
The Touch Magic Rockin’ Guitar from LeapFrog offers musical fun and develops preschool kills with every touch. Kids can choose to play solo, play along with a band, or select electric or acoustic guitar to play well-known songs. Customize the experience by adding guitar riffs, silly sounds, and drums.
Tags: leapfrog, Touch Magic Rockin' Guitar
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Thursday, August 30th, 2012
The Cat’s Pajamas: Backseat Driver is meant to bring fun to family road trips. This album from Howlin Records features 11 songs that will get both kids and parents moving and grooving. Kids can embark on their own road trip in the “Catmobile,” with a pullout map that’s included with the CD. The Cat’s Pajamas features revamped versions of classic fairytales and nursery rhymes, such as “Funky Bears” (an updated version of Goldilocks) and a brassy version of Humpty Dumpty.
Tags: Howlin Records, The Cat's Pajamas: Backseat Driver
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Thursday, August 30th, 2012
Randy Kaplan’s latest CD, Mr. Diddie Wah Diddie, gives children the change to leap back in time and explore the music of the ‘20s, ‘30s, and ‘40s with country and ragtime classics. Produced by myKaZoo Music/Universal Music Enterprises, the album features introductions by Lightnin’ Bodkins, whose scratchy voice tells listeners all about the Fathers of the Blues. The CD features comprehensive liner notes so children can learn all about America’s musical heritage and the origins of the blues.
Tags: Mr. Diddie Wah Diddie, myKaZoo Music, Randy Kaplan, Universal Music Enterprises
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Recess Music, a company dedicated to helping kids value a world that is wise, fair, and generous-hearted, will release Share!, the fourth in its Best Food Forward series of CDs, on March 26 from Big Round Records.
