Summertime Dropouts Set To Release First Single From "Rewind"

Voluminous Records' flagship artist Summertime Dropouts is set to release Full Time Cutie, the first single from their upcoming debut album Rewind.

Executive Producer Clint Gibbs, who has been involved with a laundry list of the "who's who" on Top 40 radio states, “their skill and dedication to the music is on par with the ’A’ crop of major label acts. After hearing the Summertime demos I knew they had a great record ahead of them.”

Full Time Cutie tells the story of a teen content with her life as a popular outsider and music head who refuses to get caught up in the melodramatic games typical of highschoolers. Instead, she'd rather cut against the grain and immerse herself in her bright pink guitar en route to a Grammy.

A corresponding video for Full Time Cutie will be released to major video outlets in time for the album release set for June 12th.

About Summertime Dropouts:

On its Voluminous Records debut album entitled Rewind, Minneapolis-based Pop Punk band Summertime Dropouts has crafted an indelible collection of songs which transport the listener on a trip down memory lane to a time when life was much simpler and carefree, far removed from the burdens of a complex world.

From a musical perspective, the band draws from the inspiration of bands like All-American Rejects, Boys Like Girls, Blink-182 and Sum 41 to create a musical masterpiece brimming with pure pop punk magic.

Visit SummertimeDropouts.com or their Facebook page for more information.

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Lil Prophet Releases First Single From "The Revolution"

Seasoned Christian Rap artist Lil Prophet released the first single from his upcoming album The Revolution. The song, "Heart of Courage," features Soldier Sound recording artist Pettidee. The full-length album is set to release June 26th, 2012 through CLG Distribution and Real Word Records.

Preview/download the track HERE!

Top 10 Digital Tracks - February, 2012

 Top 10 Digital Tracks - February, 2012

1. Keith Pringle - Call Him Up
2. Jon Bauer - Fall Over Me
3. Kathleen Carnali - Dangerous Prayer
4. Kathleen Carnali - Carry Me
5. Kathleen Carnali - Just Another Day
6. Kathleen Carnali - Highest Praise
7. Kathleen Carnali - I'm Just Gonna Praise
8. Fades Away - Choir of Failure
9. Miss Angie - Kick Drum
10. Kathleen Carnali - More Popular Than Christ

Top 10 Digital Albums - February, 2012

Top 10 Digital Albums - February, 2012

1. Fades Away - Perceptions
2. S.O.C.O.M. - Infinite Glory
3. Mosaic - Teach Us
4. Sevin - Father Forgive Me
5. S.O.C.O.M. - Kingdom Music
6. A Road Less Traveled - Rescue
7. Heanon - Dance With Me
8. BreatheDeep - Different
9. At The Onset - Healing In Surrender
10. Sir-Viva & Result - Heart Condition

Summertime Dropouts Release Cover Single of "Blackout" by Breathe Carolina

The cover single by Summertime Dropouts for Breathe Carolina's hit "Blackout" releases digitally today to iTunes, Amazon MP3 and Google Music. This is a non-album track released to draw anticipation for the album release on June 12, 2012.

On its Voluminous Records debut album entitled Rewind, Minneapolis-based Pop Punk band Summertime Dropouts has crafted an indelible collection of songs which transport the listener on a trip down memory lane to a time when life was much simpler and carefree, far removed from the burdens of a complex world.

From a musical perspective, the band draws from the inspiration of bands like All-American Rejects, Boys Like Girls, Blink-182 and Sum 41 to create a musical masterpiece brimming with pure pop punk magic.

Executive Producer Clint Gibbs, who has been involved with a string of commercially successful songs from big-name artists, states, “their skill and dedication to the music is on par with the ’A’ crop of major label acts. After hearing the Summertime demos I knew they had a great record ahead of them.”

As a newly formed band, the members are anything but wet behind the ears. Each member has vast touring experience a member of another band. Lead vocalist Dave Erickson recently fronted the Christian Hard Rock band FADES AWAY. North American touring in 2012 will be a key driver of the campaign along with a focus on innovative, viral video content.

The band recorded a cover version of Breathe Carolina's "Blackout" which is currently available on iTunes, Amazon MP3 and Google Play: 

The first official single from the album is "Full Time Cutie" which will be released digitally on May 1st. The video for "Full Time Cutie" is scheduled for promotion to national outlets around June 1st to coincide with the release of the full album on June 12th.

CLG Distribution Welcomes Shackles Free Entertainment

CLG Distribution strikes yet another deal as it continues to pursue the goal of growing its Rap/Urban label and artist roster. The company has recently come to terms on a distribution deal with J. Robinson, founder of Shackles Free Entertainment and producer of Rhythm and Praise artist Stephen Thomas. Stephen Thomas is set to release his full-length album through Shackles Free and CLG on May 29, 2012. The first single, “True Praiser (Hustle Hard),” has gained over 9,000 hits to date.

“It’s such an eye opener to see God work through this deal. After many artists came and went through my studio for producer and sound engineer only services I realized I was being trained and called to begin this label. I bring over 10 years of music business and production experience to Shackles Free. I’ve seen local and national successes from artists I’ve worked with while they were new to the business. Now it’s time to take that experience and collection of artists I’ve recently work with and launch Shackles Free Entertainment. I’m so grateful for this opportunity to ink a deal with CLG. They’re such a great company and understand the fine line between business and ministry.”

CLG Distribution President David C. Coleman adds, “we’re pleased to welcome Shackles Free Entertainment to our growing roster of Urban labels and artists. Our goal as a company is to promote unity amongst the various ethnic and racial communities which comprise the true church. And we believe that supporting artistically creative music containing the uncompromising message of Jesus Christ is the best way to facilitate the process. We seek to break down the walls that divide true believers and have found a like-minded partner in Shackles Free Entertainment.”

Shackles Free Entertainment Artists include: J. Robinson, Stephen Thomas, E. Carter, Diligence, Daniel B, and Shenette Jones. The artists cover Hip Hop, Rhythm & Praise and Worship music within their respective genres of Christian music.

Viktory's "R4 Featured Emcee Contest" Winners Announced

Recently, Gospel Rapper Viktory held a contest on DaSouth.com in which emcees were able to submit their best verse for a chance to be featured on Vik's upcoming national album release entitled "R4 (Relentless 4Ever)," due out April 17th through CLG Distribution.

Head over to DaSouth.com right now to see who the winner is! On April 16th the song will be revealed at the DaSouth.com's listening party.

Viktory's R4 (Relentless 4Ever) Set To Release April 17, 2012

On the heels of his ground-breaking album Birth Of A Legacy, Stellar Award Nominated Gospel Rap artist Viktory will be dropping his 5th studio album R4 (Relentless 4Ever) nationwide on April 17th, 2012 through CLG Distribution.

The album boasts a stellar line-up of top-tier guests. Assisting on the project will be Canton Jones, Sho Baraka, Thi'sl, Dre Murray, Bizzle, J’son, KJ-52, Camp 8, PRo, Andy Mineo, T. Haddy, and Pastor AD3. There will also be two other artists on the album from the Viktory R4 Featured Emcee Contest which recently took place on DaSouth.com.

CLG Inks Deal With Real Word Records

CLG Distribution is proud to welcome Real Word Records to its growing roster of rap/urban labels and artists. Currently home to rap artists Viktory, S.O.C.O.M., Zion, 7vnseal and more, CLG is poised to become a serious contender in the gospel rap genre.

Real Word Records is home to gospel rapper Lil Prophet. Known for his flavorful, energetic style, Lil Prophet is set to take his career to the next level. His upcoming album, The Revolution, is slated for release on June 26, 2012. A video will be shot for the first single "The Revolution" in May and distributed to major Christian video and online outlets. The label will also be pushing the single to Christian and Rhythmic terrestrial radio via a professional radio promoter.

About Lil Prophet:

Born in Chicago, Illinois and now residing in the Tampa Florida area, Lil Prophet (a.k.a. Ryan Kelsie) is currently earning a Practical Theology Degree and an Associates Degree in Biblical Studies from Tampa Bay Bible College. He is also an entrepreneur and the current CEO of Real Word Records.