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Jayne Olderman: Georgia Music Showcase

Whether it's a teen driven pop song, to national advertising campaigns, Jayne Olderman has been "delivering the goods" as far as songwriting goes for some time now, and is becoming an integral part of the North Georgia music scene. All along the way, Olderman enjoys the journey with style and class. An attitude that exudes energetic productivity, and the song writing chops to match, chances are you've heard Jayne Olderman's music, even if you didn't know it.

Some of Jayne Olderman's Songwriting Credits Include:

"Let Me Be There For You" on Patti's GRAMMY nominated GOLD CD release "FLAME" (MCA)
"You Don't Deserve Me" for CBS movie of the week, the MAFIA DOCTOR (aired 3/16/03)
"CMT's Greatest Road Trips; licensed her song "The End of the Road"

That's just a partial list: Get more info about Jayne Olderman's song-writing credits at her website.

We talked to Jayne about this blog, and like the promoter of others she is, she only wanted to push one of the young stars in her Braselton Area bullpen of pop singers, Rachel Little and her CD "Look In The Mirror". She says: "Look in the Mirror aka "The Bully Song" can have quite an impact on kids." Jayne co-wrote the song with Rachel.

Click the Play Button To Hear "The Bully Song"

Jayne continues to write songs and release them on her label, "Red Warrior Records".

Click the Play Button Below To Hear "Out Of The Box" from Journey: Songs By Jayne Olderman

We're sure you'll be hearing more Jayne Olderman music on The Georgia Jukebox and all over the music world, whether its her or one of her songs.

Alan Jackson Makes Donation To Children’s Harbor

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Country music superstar and “spare-time” photographer Alan Jackson has generously donated a collection of his signed and framed photographs of some of his favorite classic wooden boats to Children’s Harbor charity of Alabama. Dabbling in photography over the past few years, Alan has developed an artistic eye and displays his artful side with this truly breathtaking collection. Alan’s artwork will be available through a live auction event, Art ‘N’ Soul Affair, benefiting Children’s Harbor near Lake Martin, Alabama on Friday, May 23, 2008. Tickets for the event are $50 per person and can be reserved by calling Ellen Phillips at 334-857-2037.

To give his fans all over the world a chance to own a piece of this priceless artwork, a collection will be auctioned on eBay in June 2008.

Founded in 1989, Children’s Harbor provides counseling, social work, education and support services to children who have long-term, serious illnesses as well as their families through the Children’s Harbor Family Center at Children’s Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama. Children’s Harbor also provides camping and adventure services on Lake Martin to these children and their families, as well as other children and families with special needs. For more information, please visit www.childrensharbor.com.

R.E.M. On Austin City Limits On Saturday

The band that started the Alternative movement, and Athens Georgia artist, R.E.M. will be appearing on Austin City Limits this weekend (check your local listings) to promote their new release Accelerate.

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Widespread Panic - Carbondale 2000 Available for Pre-order now

Carbondale 2000 Widespread Panic CD NEW 3 Disc Set
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Widespread Panic Carbondale 12 1 2000 live 3CD rare
US $23.00

Widespread Panic's first vault release, Carbondale 2000, is now available for pre-order.

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From the Official Widespread Panic Website -

Widespread Panic's first vault release, Carbondale 2000, is now available for pre-order on WidespreadPanic.com and LiveWidespreadPanic.com!

According to Widespread Panic, There will be a limited supply of Carbondale 200 CDs printed, so order your copy soon.

Carbondale 2000 hits the stores on June 10th 2008, online at Widespread Merchandise and LiveWidespreadPanic.com and Select Indie Record Stores around the country.

Carbondale 2000 features all-original members

It was recorded at Southern Illinois University Arena on December 1, 2000, and

We'll be sure to bring you more information

Shamrock: Coming Hard with his Entourage

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I rooted for Shamrock on VH1s White Rapper Show, and when he won I was pumped.

Now we get ready for Shamrock's debut. We put "Entourage" into rotation on the station, and every time I Shamrock - In front of Shamrock hear it, my whole body wants to move with the hypnotic beat and this Geogia artists flow that signifies why he put the other "white rappers" in their place: Behind Shamrock.

Shamrock: The Info

From His Myspace Page:

Every now and then a young and hungry rhyme-spitter emerges from the faceless, nameless sea of rappers to offer hope in the form of a fresh, new flow. The hip-hop breeding ground that is Zone 6 of Atlanta has delivered yet another talent. Only this time, it is a little different.

Already dubbed the "Eminem of the South" by his local following, 23 year-old $hamrock, born Timothy Rasmussen, brings a different perspective to say the least. "I rep for that one white dude in the trap, in the hood, playing hoops, in the club, who just don't know anything else. I get down with the best of em."

Raised in Decatur, GA and Conyers, GA on the eastside of Atlanta, "$ham" learned early on that rap was a powerful force. "Everyone always doubted me when they first saw me like 'oh he a lame' and 'why he here' and shit like that. When people heard me rap, it was like my acceptance."

In between earning Varsity letters and tearing down lunch cafeteria sessions in high school, $ham managed to earn numerous scholarships to attend college. Taking his act to the University of Georgia in Athens, GA, it was there that $ham made his rap visions a reality. After winning the first talent show he ever entered, $ham earned a gig opening for The Roots and Sleepy Brown. As he tells it, that opportunity was the final push he needed.

Shamrock - With His Shoes from The White Rapper Show "That was it for me. I had the whole school telling me I'm tight and that I'm gone make it and blow up and be rich. I promised Moms that I would get my degree and then I would chase my dream to get signed. She and my Pops gave me their blessing and that was that."

Making good on his promise, $hamrock earned his Journalism degree in May 2005.

n 2006, after working with local underground producers Luney Tunez & Ribah, $hamrock's break finally came. $hamrock was picked to be on a new VH1 show that would air at the end of the year called "VH1's EGOTRIP - The White Rapper Show". After a grueling process, which included him garnering millions of fans and beating out a dozen other finalists, $hamrock won.

Now rocking shows from coast-to-coast, being known worldwide (yes, the show is now on in the UK & other countries as well), and being $100,000 dollars richer, $hamrock is ready to bring his music to the masses. But stopping traffic in Manhattan, constantly being stopped by his supporters in the streets all over the country, and being courted by major record labels for the opportunity to release his debut album “Worst 2 First” has not changed $hamrock one bit.

"I basically think that I will get out what I put in. The harder I work and the more opportunities I go after, its more likely I will get my shine. It's all about that hustle and flow."

Chris Mckay And The Critical Darlings: Satisfactionista Coming Soon

Chris McKay and The Critical Darlings are getting ready to launch their much anticipated 2nd release, Satisfactionista in June and The band was nice enough to let their fans in on a preview, and we're happy to bring it to you.

We've put "Sadder Day" into rotation here at The Georgia Jukebox and click the play button below to hear it now!

Satisfactionista Release Date In June

We haven't heard a hard date, but in an email from front man Chris McKay today he said that "The digital delivery date is still expected for June with a more physical release by the fall."

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The Athens Guitar Trio: The Emergence of Classical Ensemble

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The Athens Guitar Trio is becoming known as an emerging force in classical guitar around the world, and its no wonder. The Trio- Dusty Woodruff, Rylan Smith, and Matt Anderson- are now in their fourth year as a band. Each member boasts of extensive classical training, and together they form an ensemble with a forward-reaching mindset, which allows them to play the music in an energetic and engaging fashion.

The Athens Guitar Trio Looking To Push Boundaries

The Athens Guitar Trio is constantly looking to push the boundaries of ensemble classical guitar. The Trio also takes great care in the quality and professionalism in their work. Each member of The Athens Guitar Trio plays a guitar built by Kenny Hill, and they perform with an eleven-string guitar. This addition has extended their range, and delights musicians and non-musicians alike with the unique sound.

The Athens Guitar Trio: Yet Another World Wide Emergence of Athens GA Music

The Athens Guitar Trio has played all over the world, and for several dignitaries, including former President Jimmy Carter (also from Georgia), Pulitzer-Prize winner William Bolcom, and Simone Fontanelli, professor of composition at the Mozarteum in Salzburg Germany. Members of the trio have collectively won three Georgia Music Teachers Association Spring Competitions.

With performances, new fans, and their repertoire always growing, the Athens Guitar Trio will continue to delight and entertain audiences all over Georgia, The United States, and the world. They enjoy sharing a love for music by performing as often as possible.

Emergence Is Their Debut CD

Athens Guitar Trio Upcoming Shows

April 7	6:00	Monday	Ramsey Hall - UGA Performing Arts Center - Zac Weaver's Doctoral Composition Recital - World Premiere of new piece composed for the AGT
April 13	3:00	Sunday	Macon State University
May 16	8:00	Saturday	106 West - Winder, GA
June 1	3:00	Sunday	Athens-Clarke County Library
September 20	7:30	Saturday	Falany Performing Arts Center - Reinhardt College - Waleska, GA

Visit The Athens Guitar Trio Online
www.athensguitartio.com
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Silent Kids: Dinosaurs Turn Into Birds Released

Dinosaurs Turn Into Birds, the new release from Atlanta based Silent Kids is now available for download or purchase via CD Baby or iTunes. Like its predecessor, 2003’s Tomorrow Waits, the newest offering from Silent Kids, features tape loops and sound effects, and an overall spirit of inventiveness. The band’s sound has been dispatched as “a distinctive blend from what must surely be an impressive record collection.”

Silent Kids Feature Prossional Sound for Dinosaurs Turn Into Birds

Fans of Silent Kids will immediately notice the production values on the new drop. The lo-fi home recordings have been replaced by professional studio equipment that that highlight the originality of Silent Kid’s compositions. The kids don’t just use the studio for gimmicks, they pushed it to the limits.

Silent Kids are Michael Oakley and Jeff Holt, who founded the band in 2001. The band’s line-up has changed many times through the years, though Oakley and Holt have remained consistently at the helm.