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It’s unfortunate when a single event or vibe during a show taints your experience enjoying the acts that are performing the music you respect and love. Last night’s (8/9) Mayan show in Los Angeles had all the makings of an incredible happening, especially for those in the SoCal dance community, and for many it probably was. Orange County’s Uberzone was opening for hometown boys The Crystal Method, whose latest album, Tweekend (Interscope), came out with impressive sales at Virgin Megastores the week before. New LA resident Detroit’s Static Revenger was spinning in between sets. Uberzone’s set proved to be a… Read more »

Hot on the heels of new releases from such established superstars as Janet Jackson and Mariah Carey, Virgin Records America is releasing seven key albums from developing artists the label hopes will follow in those multi-platinum footsteps. Ranging an eclectic musical spectrum from Pop-R&B to Urban-Alternative Rock to World Music, these artists reflect Virgin’s commitment to unique yet accessible music for which the label has become known. Forming the all-star rookie line-up are: Nikka Costa – All ears piqued when Tommy Hilfiger’s slick commercial hit TV screens last year, featuring that funky, rhythmic bassline from Nikka’s debut single “Like A… Read more »

The unfinished Dave Matthews Band album that was shelved in lieu of the group’s current chart-topper, Everyday, has been leaked on Napster. Although the group gave the controversial file-sharing service permission to carry the single “I Did It” back in January, a band spokesperson said the Dave Matthews Band is not responsible for the unfinished album’s appearance online. The 12 songs are from sessions with longtime DMB producer Steve Lillywhite in the group’s home state of Virginia. The band decided to scrap the material and start afresh in Los Angeles with pop producer Glen Ballard after the process became “somewhat… Read more »