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| 2007 Independent Music Awards Judges Announced Music Resource Group has announced the first group of confirmed judges for the Sixth Annual Independent Music Awards, an international program that helps Independent artists and releases achieve wider recognition among industry and fans. The list comprised of renowned artists and industry decision makers includes Metal legend Ozzy Osbourne, guitar virtuosos Buddy Guy, Bill Frisell and Marc Ribot, country music star, Wynonna, pop icon and current Broadway sensation Cyndi Lauper, jazz great McCoy Tyner, pioneer singer/songwriter Suzanne Vega, master DJs Paul Oakenfold and Norman Cook aka Fatboy Slim, the godfather of hip-hop, Afrika Bambaataa, soul great Howard Tate, country music great Patty Loveless, legendary bluegrass/newgrass mandolinist David Grisman, Brazilian Platinum recording artist Bebel Gilberto, reggae superstar Beenie Man, power pop sensation, Tim Pagnotta of Sugarcult and double bass pioneer Rob Wasserman will judge. Adding to an already broad spectrum of categories spanning heavy metal to gospel, the sixth annual IMAs will feature a brand new category that is both unique and timely. "Sing Out For Social Action" was created explicitly to offer artists from every end of the political spectrum an opportunity to promote social change. "Artists have always been at the forefront of social change and music in particular is an effective rallying force, " said Martin Folkman, IMA Program Director. "By adding Sing Out For Social Action to the IMA program, we hope that we can provide a larger audience for artists with something to say." A unique feature of the IMAs is the program's focus on yearlong marketing, promotion and distribution for Winners in lieu of the typical "prize packages". Co-sponsored by mega retailer, Borders Books & Music, radio promotions company, the Planetary Group and terrestrial & internet tracking service, MediaGuide, IMA winners are promoted to 9 Million+ music fans, programmers, talent buyers, journalists and other industry decision makers via direct marketing, promotional campaigns, print, broadcast and online initiatives. write your comments about the article :: © 2006 Jazz News :: home page |