EMERSON HART TRANSFORMS MEMORIES

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EMERSON HART TRANSFORMS MEMORIES INTO ENDURING GEMS ON SOLO DEBUT
CIGARETTES AND GASOLINE
OUT ON MANHATTAN RECORDS JULY 17

April 27, 2007--Singer/songwriter Emerson Hart digs deep into past, often painful, emotions and memories for inspiration on his introspective solo debut, CIGARETTES AND GASOLINE, to be released July 17 on Manhattan Records. The 12-track CD, which Hart began conceiving in 2005 after moving to Nashville, showcases his penchant for writing thoughtful, memorable songs about life, love and loss, wrapped in some of the most irresistible pop-rock melodies you’ll hear this year. Hart also enlisted the production talents of Bob Rock (Metallica, Bon Jovi), Jason Lehning (Guster, Steve Forbert) and Mike Napolitano (Squirrel Nut Zippers, Joseph Arthur) for the recording sessions in Nashville and New Orleans.

Standout tracks include the propulsive opening track “Run To,” the reflective, exhilarating “I Wish the Best For You,” the rousing first single “If You’re Gonna Leave,” the harmonious, guitar-driven “Ordinary,” the transporting “Flyin’,” and the title track, “Cigarettes and Gasoline,” which is drawn from childhood memories, and touches on the difficult topic of Hart’s father’s still-unresolved murder when he was a boy growing up in New Jersey. “I obsessively write every day,” comments Hart. “Writing is my therapy, that’s how I exist.”

Manhattan Records general manager Ian Ralfini comments, “Millions of people are already familiar with Emerson’s poignant lyrics, smart songcraft, and evocative voice. When they hear his new music, they’ll know that he is on the verge of a significant new chapter in an already-illustrious career. I’m proud that he is joining the Manhattan artist roster.”

As former lead singer for alt-rock radio and concert favorites Tonic, Hart enjoyed platinum sales, chart topping singles and albums--including the # 1 hit “If You Could Only See”--and two Grammy nominations in 2003.

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For more information, please contact Chip Schutzman at Miles High Productions: chip@mileshighproductions.com

Swampdawamp Releases Self-Titled Blues-Rock Burner on Red Eye Distribution

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Swampdawamp Releases Self-Titled Blues-Rock Burner on Red Eye Distribution

Charlotte, North Carolina--February 26, 2007--Don’t look now but the south is gonna do it again! Swampdawamp has released a self-titled debut that will put them on the southern rock map very quickly. The disc, produced by Joe Boyland (Lynyrd Skynyrd, Bad Company, Nazareth), has a definitive classic rock sound to it due to the producer and it makes for a perfect fit for the band.

Swampdawamp lead singer Gig Michaels calls their sound a blend of classic, southern, and alternative rock. When it all comes together it sounds like a roots-blues-rock blend that finds its place somewhere in between the sounds of Lynyrd Skynrd and the Allman Brothers-an infectious unforgettable sound.

Swampdawamp sings about backyard barbeques, NASCAR, and everything that makes up a culture born and raised in the south. It’s a “Sunday Southern Tradition” charged by emotionally drenched vocals and peppered with red-hot guitar licks. This band stays with you for each song from start to finish, every song guarantees that there will be lyrics and music ringing in your ears long after the final note plays.

The entertainment value of a band like Swampdawamp is evident on their lively debut and the band’s unique name and sound is hard to forget. Their self-titled album is a good introduction for listeners unexposed to the southern rock sound and longtime fans of the music will rejoice and recall great bands of yesteryear that dished out the same kind of backyard cookin’ that they came to know and love. In many ways, Swampdawamp has old-fashioned values in the way they play their music with such passion and heart. Its music by the people for the people and it does not get any simpler than that.

Contact: Chip Schutzman

Company: Miles High Productions

Address: 6622 Delongpre Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90028

Email: chip@mileshighproductions.com

Website: http://www.swampdawamp.com

Amazon Link: http://www.amazon.com/Swampdawamp/dp/B000LV69ZS/sr=81/qid=1171411646/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1/104-8853451-3743957?ie=UTF8&s=music

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Shelia Swift

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Sheila Swift Delivers The Goods On New Release The Shape of Things

Sheila Swift lives her life to the fullest every day and her music is a mirror image of that attitude. The young singer/songwriter has recently released a new album titled The Shape of Things. As with any title, there is a meaning behind what it conveys to the listener.

Shelia says “ I don't notice the shape of things, I just take in their weight." You can actually feel the weight of her soul and the intensity in her voice when she sings, every word counts.

As with any individual Sheila has had more than her share of trials and tribulations but nothing that she has not been able to overcome. Sheila was diagnosed with a benign brain tumor at the tender age of 12 and has lived with it every since. She is taking one day at a time and pushing forward her career as both a performer and artist. Examples of her colorful and thoughtful artwork is displayed on her website along with everything that is music related to give visitors a good overview of her talents and the scope and breadth of all the work encompassing two different yet interrelated worlds.

The feelings and emotions of the energetic rock-pop of The Shape of Things are shared equally with someone very close to her, husband and musical collaborator Michael Hurst. Hurst plays some inspired guitar on all eight tracks of The Shape of Things.

Just take a look into the world of Sheila Swift; you will get to know her on a personal level through her music and lyrics…

Did you hear that sound when my heart fell out?

Onto your table and on to the floor

You sized me up, before I closed the door

You haunted me in memories

Of what I was before

The Shape of Things is a fine production that will find an audience in any age group. After listening to the CD, you will see that this music has no boundaries or hidden messages. The reach this kind of artist has is beyond any limitation a specific genre can create. One listen will tell the story.

Contact: Chip Schutzman

Company: Miles High Productions

Address: 6622 De Longpre Ave. – Los Angeles, CA 90028

Email: chip@mileshighproductions.com

Website: http://www.sheilaswift.com

Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/sheilaswift