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<title>Innovation Entertainment RSS Feed</title><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/index.html</link><description>IN the News&#x21;</description><dc:language>en</dc:language><dc:creator></dc:creator><dc:rights>Copyright 2008 Innovation Entertainment</dc:rights><dc:date>2008-04-27T14:17:20-07:00</dc:date><admin:generatorAgent rdf:resource="http://www.realmacsoftware.com/" />
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<lastBuildDate>Thu, 08 May 2008 19:17:03 -0700</lastBuildDate><item><title>INfo &#x26; INsight:  Innovation at ASCAP &#x22;I Create Music&#x22; Expo</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>INfo &#x26; INsights</category><dc:date>2008-04-27T14:17:20-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/2e39fda70ac811f172aec82399b7f79a-54.php#unique-entry-id-54</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/2e39fda70ac811f172aec82399b7f79a-54.php#unique-entry-id-54</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The EXPO had an amazing line up of talent including Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora, Jackson Browne, Linda Perry and Steve Miller to name but a few....  Instead, our time was spent meeting and talking to an array of talented songwriters and would be, dare I say it, stars!...  There were a few moments that solidified people&rsquo;s perception of Innovation; &ldquo;hey Innovation you&rsquo;re having way too much fun over there&rdquo;, our new friend Deanna said.

...As co-sponsors of the closing reception, Innovation offered an opportunity for eight talented songwriters to perform their material.

...This culminated with us announcing the winners of the performance opportunity; Congratulations to the talented songwriters that were selected (pictured with Innovation's own Kwanza Jones): Arsonic, Rob Heath, Andrea Hamilton, Kenny Woods, Karina Nuvo, Stan Swiniarski, and Ryan Dilmore.

To everyone we had the chance to meet, it was an absolute pleasure and we wish you nothing but success in this business we call show.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Kwanza Jones Performance at ASCAP Expo</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>INfo &#x26; INsights</category><dc:date>2008-04-26T15:23:26-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/0644f115d1bf4a3a9a889a4a46891777-55.php#unique-entry-id-55</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/0644f115d1bf4a3a9a889a4a46891777-55.php#unique-entry-id-55</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Kwanza Jones blew the audience away with her dynamic rock infused performance at the 2008 ASCAP &ldquo;I Create Music&rdquo; EXPO closing reception.  Her set included Victim of the System & Darkness to Light (her original songs co-written by Fred Clark).  Her band for that show was Fred Clark (guitar) and Donnell Spencer Jr.  (cajon)

Starting May 1st Kwanza will be performing in Southern California at Santa Monica&rsquo;s Third Street Promenade and on the Boardwalk in Venice Beach.

Check our website weekly for upcoming show dates and times.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Industry Insights: Vinyl Revolution</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>INfo &#x26; INsights</category><dc:date>2008-04-25T15:37:00-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/05b3dc3ddba2683b95284c15fa868c1a-50.php#unique-entry-id-50</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/05b3dc3ddba2683b95284c15fa868c1a-50.php#unique-entry-id-50</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[You only have to look at the evolution of the manner in which we experience music to see that the digital revolution is somewhat of an anomaly.

...It seems that in today&rsquo;s society, the public just doesn&rsquo;t care about the quality of the reproduction of the music.

...Looking over the demographic changes in the music industry it is apparent that current generations of music lovers are constantly looking back over their respective shoulders to their forefathers, in a bid to establish their own musical identity.

...The mere size of it meant when you bought an album, it filled you with the sensation that you hold something very important in your hands, something revolutionary, music that is capable of changing your life.

...Despite the fact that CDs offer a more expansive and dynamic range, the trend appears to be during the mastering procedure to compensate dynamics for pure power of volume....  Hence, the recording may not be as slick but has something that contemporary recording artists have a distinct lack of, character.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>PRESS RELEASE: Innovation Entertainment Cosponsors the Closing Reception at the ASCAP &#x27;I Create Music&#x27; EXPO in Hollywood</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Innovation Entertainment</category><dc:date>2008-04-20T16:41:52-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/595f19ce6ad5aadc63ee2ef422397a21-53.php#unique-entry-id-53</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/595f19ce6ad5aadc63ee2ef422397a21-53.php#unique-entry-id-53</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Venice, California, April 20, 2008 -- Innovation Entertainment cosponsored the closing reception at the ASCAP "I Create Music" EXPO in Hollywood.  The aim of the event was to bring together songwriters, composers and publishers who are serious about their craft and career at the only national conference dedicated to music creation.  For the first time in the EXPO's history, Innovation Entertainment and ASCAP offered all EXPO attendees the opportunity to perform at the closing reception.

After hundreds of submissions, Innovation Entertainment along with ASCAP selected seven lucky winners to perform their original material at The Highlands in Hollywood on April 12th, along with Innovation's featured artist Kwanza Jones.  The winners were: Arsonic, Milwaukee, WI Karina Nuvo, Pasadena, CA Kenny Woods, Summit, NJ,  Rob Heath, Edmonton, Canada Ryan Dilmore, Los Angeles, CA Stan Swiniarski, Nashville, TN Andrea Hamilton, Los Angeles, CA  For further information on future opportunities or events offered by Innovation Entertainment, please contact: Mohan Reddy Innovation Entertainment  www.InnovationEntertainment.com  PO Box 5354 I Santa Monica, CA 90409 I w: 310.396.0710 I f: 310.496.3157]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>PRESS RELEASE: Innovation Entertainment Group announces they are to co-sponsor the ASCAP &#x201c;I Create Music&#x201d; EXPO&#x2019;s closing reception.</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Innovation Entertainment</category><dc:date>2008-03-25T16:08:42-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/f9e247f0964a489f9388c995efe6eeb8-51.php#unique-entry-id-51</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/f9e247f0964a489f9388c995efe6eeb8-51.php#unique-entry-id-51</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Venice, California (PRWEB) March 24, 2008- Innovation Entertainment Group will be appearing at the ASCAP &ldquo;I Create Music&rdquo; EXPO and co-sponsoring the closing reception at the Highlands at 6.30pm on Saturday April 12th....  Innovation Entertainment Group will be hosting an exhibit in the display area of the EXPO, and will be listening to pre-recorded music....  The selected artists will represent the quality and diversity of EXPO attendees and be allowed to perform up to two songs (amplified acoustic) at the closing event.

...Based on the premise that &ldquo;knowledge is power&rdquo;, the EXPO helps place the power in your hands via provision of valuable information, skills and insights gained from the various diverse panels and panelists.  Contributors to the 2008 ASCAP EXPO include Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora, Glen Ballard, Jeff Brabec, Jackson Browne, Gary Calamar, Chamillionaire, Desmond Child, Steve Miller and Alexandra Patsavas (to name but a few).  For more information please contact Innovation Entertainment Group at 310-396-0710, thristina@innovationentertainment.com or visit our website at www.innovationentertainment.com]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>PRESS RELEASE: Innovation Entertainment Group announces the winners of the 2008 Low Budget Love International Music Competition.</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Innovation Entertainment</category><dc:date>2008-03-15T16:13:05-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/e5c7badaf8be31741198d8e9a6de6644-52.php#unique-entry-id-52</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/e5c7badaf8be31741198d8e9a6de6644-52.php#unique-entry-id-52</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Venice, California (PRWEB) March 15, 2008 -- Innovation Entertainment Group is happy to announce the 2008 winners of the Low Budget Love Music Competition.  The grand prize winner will be awarded $500 and priority track placement on the 2008 Low Budget Love compilation release....  The release will comprise the top 10 ranked contestants' songs and will also feature a bonus track by Innovation Entertainment artist, Kwanza Jones....  - Chris Vaughn, The Wind (Alabama) - Melany Maloney, Rompecabeza (Colombia) - Ryan Shea Smith, Our Song (Twiddle Dee) (Washington) - Lindsay Katt, My Happy (New Jersey) - Wayne Cabral, Fractured Fairy Tales (Rhode Island) - Ryan Shea Smith, Crazy (Washington) - Willy Evans, Let Love Be (North Carolina) - The Lord's Vessel, Lost Without You (California) - L'elan Vital, Endlessly Indebted (Colorado)

Innovation Entertainment Group congratulates the winners and extends our sincere gratitude to all the participants that made Low Budget Love 2008 such a success....  Contact: Mohan Reddy Innovation Entertainment Group mohan@innovationentertainment.com www.InnovationEntertainment.com PO Box 5354 I Santa Monica, CA 90409 I 310.396.0710]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Industry Insights: Innovation Entertainment at the Grammys... Career Day&#x2c; that is&#x21;</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>INfo &#x26; INsights</category><dc:date>2008-02-17T09:04:22-08:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/728758766dbd1bfaf3d1d15ab44545e2-47.php#unique-entry-id-47</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/728758766dbd1bfaf3d1d15ab44545e2-47.php#unique-entry-id-47</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[However, after I pointed out that she was going to be able to spend the whole day with me and I&rsquo;m all sorts of fun, she (mostly) decided that being a humble &ldquo;Student Escort&rdquo; was okay.

...So, getting there half an hour before our call time (which was 6:00AM, by the way) meant a lot to us. We exchanged high-fives, yelled out a quick &ldquo;Wooooo!

...This doesn&rsquo;t seem difficult until you realize that you&rsquo;re in charge of controlling a bunch of 20 or so helium balloons (which includes trying not to let a single one pop).

...Thristina was given the task of jumping on the buses to give the &ldquo;Welcome to Grammy Career Day&rdquo; spiel, getting a headcount for each school involved, and making sure the students knew the number of the bus they were on. I was put on student wrangling duty.  This meant that, with the help of other Grammy Career Day volunteers of course, I was to escort the 800 plus students 30 at a time from their bus to their designated workshop areas.

...I think now&rsquo;s the time to mention that Thristina and I had gotten separated at some point, and while she got to sit in on one of the workshops with the guys from Underdog Entertainment (producers for the Dreamgirls soundtrack, Jordin Sparks...), I (being the lucky girl I am) got to run from one end of the campus to the other distributing Grammy Career Day programs before the concerts started.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Industry Insights:  Are you are Guitar Hero?</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>INfo &#x26; INsights</category><dc:date>2008-02-08T13:49:16-08:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/6f29390b3ce9f72ad5c086bd5fc8c794-45.php#unique-entry-id-45</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/6f29390b3ce9f72ad5c086bd5fc8c794-45.php#unique-entry-id-45</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[I understand that the sole purpose of a video game is for entertainment....  My Atari was the coolest thing I owned when I was a kid; and that doesn&rsquo;t even compare with today&rsquo;s video games.

...However, when one starts to get immersed in this fairytale reality, worship it, and call themselves a Guitar Hero, I reckon that&rsquo;s a bit twisted.  No offense to the &ldquo;Guitar Heroes&rdquo; but I prefer to play guitar with real strings.  I would rather learn a song as a way to honor the real life guitar heroes: Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Roger Waters, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Eddie Van Halen, B.B....  Nor should that of those who aspire to follow in their footsteps to become &ldquo;true life&rdquo; guitar heroes.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>PRESS RELEASE: Innovation Entertainment Group presents the finalists for their 2008 International Music Competition</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Low Budget Love</category><dc:date>2008-02-02T15:24:25-08:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/1667810e597e7d58c02f33062af09a09-46.php#unique-entry-id-46</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/1667810e597e7d58c02f33062af09a09-46.php#unique-entry-id-46</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[For the first round, each entry was judged by a group of listening panels comprised of music industry insiders, music lovers, and concert-goers.  In the second round, the panel of distinguished music industry professionals will then rank each song based on originality, melody, composition, delivery and lyrical content amongst other key song characteristics.  The top 10 ranked songs will comprise the 2008 Lo-Budget Love Compilation release; which will also feature a bonus track by Innovation Entertainment artist, Kwanza Jones.  After an overwhelming number of submissions, Innovation Entertainment Group is proud to announce the twenty-six finalists for the 2008 Lo-Budget Love International Music Competition:

...Innovation Entertainment Group is a leading supplier of dynamic, memorable live & recorded music and entertainment.  We are a full service entertainment company that offers live entertainment and music licensing; our events have included the Brazilian Beach Bash, Global Groove Music Festival, and the Seek Something Beautiful Campaign.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Industry Insights: Product Placement... </title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>INfo &#x26; INsights</category><dc:date>2008-01-11T12:47:41-08:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/6d1387b6df512b2a0391fbccb4b7dd23-10.php#unique-entry-id-10</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/6d1387b6df512b2a0391fbccb4b7dd23-10.php#unique-entry-id-10</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[In certain cases the products are allocated such dynamic scene time that would have even made Benny Hill feel embarrassed by its broadness, what became of subtlety?  A watershed moment should surely have to be when back in 2001 television studios decided to digitally place products in already syndicated shows....  At this rate we are surely destined to have to endure sights of Orson Wells using his iPhone in a bid to achieve his goal of world domination in a more &ldquo;intuitive revolutionary user interfaced&rdquo; manner....  Is there, in this world of corporate whoredom, such a thing as art for art&rsquo;s sake?

...Interviewer: &ldquo;There seems to be a growing trend in Hollywood now where there is a lot of prominent product placement.  A partnership between companies and film, the company will put their product prominently in the film and the film will receive budget support as a result of advertising.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Resolution Time&#x21;&#x21;&#x21;&#x21;&#x21;</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Innovation Entertainment</category><dc:date>2008-01-09T08:55:59-08:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/eb9b8779480a905c3db81e331abf9e1c-43.php#unique-entry-id-43</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/eb9b8779480a905c3db81e331abf9e1c-43.php#unique-entry-id-43</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[- At least 3 times this year, cook something that takes longer than 10 minutes to prepare and without setting the microwave on fire.  - Continue to spread the love and joy of labeling (i.e. organization) to all I encounter.  <br> Thristina Kanka (Operations/Licensing): - To become more active in every aspect of my life - To excel at my current job - To go skydiving at least once this year <br> Kim Neville (Talent/Booking): - Be more physically active!...  <br> Mohan Reddy (Marketing/Licensing): - To continue looking cool through the art of smoking - To attempt to practice Trancendental Meditation - To continue to evolve <br> Mohit Sherchan (Production/Booking): - I've finally decided to quit smoking after having it done for the past 13 years.  I'm looking to a healthier 2008 and hopefully embracing a sashimi diet program....  <br> Donnell Spencer Jr (Creative): - Pop the cork on my creative juices and let the music flow!]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Innovation Entertainment Group 2007 Retrospect</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Innovation Entertainment</category><dc:date>2007-12-31T12:24:13-08:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/6f7cd4123bfc9534a4dc27424202aab4-0.php#unique-entry-id-0</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/6f7cd4123bfc9534a4dc27424202aab4-0.php#unique-entry-id-0</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[With two Global Groove Music Festivals, one on each coast, several Kwanza Jones performances throughout the US and a lot of community interaction, Innovation had a fun, diverse year of entertainment that dazzled and captivated.

...In the midst of networking at various festivals and industry events, Kwanza Jones hit the recording studio expressing her artistic freedom with new songs and remixes.

Spring brought Innovation&rsquo;s Global Groove Music Festival to Hollywood, California at The Knitting Factory with performances by Dawn Bishop (known for her performances with Sergio Mendez), Kwanza Jones, The Global Groove Collective, and Naked Rhythm.

...Playing the Knitting Factory New York, David Pilgrim, Bujo Kevin Jones, Kwanza Jones and Moto:Rosa filled the Tap Room with an eclectic mix of jazz and rock music.

...August was celebrated Brazilian Style with, Innovation Entetainment's 3rd Annual Brazilian Beach Bash, featuring performances by Capoeira Besoura, The Girls from Ipanema samba show and Eduardo's Samba Band.

...Our Halloween Festival of Fun brought a carnival to the Neighborhood Youth Association, highlights included the Innovation staff dress up as characters from the Wizard of Oz.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>PRESS RELEASE: Innovation Entertainment presents the Halloween Festival of Fun</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Halloween Fun Fest</category><dc:date>2007-10-04T09:46:26-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/76a7febf87cdc489f5197a06c8f7f4f0-5.php#unique-entry-id-5</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/76a7febf87cdc489f5197a06c8f7f4f0-5.php#unique-entry-id-5</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Join us from 9:00 am - 6:00 pm on Wednesday, October 31, 2007 for our Annual Halloween Festival of Fun!...  For more information, or group rates, call us at (310) 396-0710.

To purchase tickets, visit http://www.innovationentertainment.com/store.html or call (310) 396-0710....  The Halloween Festival of Fun is another quality event presented by Innovation Entertainment.

...Our events have included the Brazilian Beach Bash, Global Groove Music Festival, and the Seek Something Beautiful Campaign.  We bring people together by providing quality, fun, and safe entertainment for all ages.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>3rd Annual Brazilian Beach Bash</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Brazlian Beach Bash</category><dc:date>2007-08-15T12:47:33-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/0a69df8a685d8dbb1febefb28643ce81-9.php#unique-entry-id-9</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/0a69df8a685d8dbb1febefb28643ce81-9.php#unique-entry-id-9</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[We are making final preparations to insure that the 3rd annual BBB will be great fun for all!  As always, this is an invite only event.  Highlights will include live performances by Eduardo and The Band, The Girls from Ipanema and a special appearance by Innovation Entertainment artist, Kwanza Jones and David Leach.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Kwanza Jones Honorary Chair of the 43rd Annual Foster Family Picnic</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Kwanza Jones</category><dc:date>2007-07-30T12:38:14-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/2b61620d0d36a690bb3548980e6d1f59-1.php#unique-entry-id-1</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/2b61620d0d36a690bb3548980e6d1f59-1.php#unique-entry-id-1</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[(null)]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>PRESS RELEASE: Global Groove Music Festival Goes to New York&#x21;</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Press Release</category><dc:date>2007-06-01T11:34:08-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/adc08d2f2cf47753e71ea3aedb5e5db5-2.php#unique-entry-id-2</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/adc08d2f2cf47753e71ea3aedb5e5db5-2.php#unique-entry-id-2</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Program 1  Program 2]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Unity Through Community</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Innovation Entertainment</category><dc:date>2007-05-26T18:46:43-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/4b93a50d5ce59cc02cacc2653d38d634-7.php#unique-entry-id-7</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/4b93a50d5ce59cc02cacc2653d38d634-7.php#unique-entry-id-7</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Innovation Entertainment is dedicated to providing the appropriate entertainment for the occasion; as well as continuing to build our ties within the community.  We had the opportunity to do both at the 13th Annual Unity Through Community Festival.

Daniel Webster Middle School is a Los Angeles school that is dedicated to excellence....  Once again Daniel Webster Middle School will host its Annual Unity Through Community Festival, an event uniting their student population with the different cultures of the Los Angeles community....  It is a chance for Webster students and families to learn about the cultural diversity of Los Angeles.  Daniel Webster Middle School 13th Annual Unity Through Community Festival Friday, May 25, 10:00 - 3:00]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>PRESS RELEASE: Global Groove Music Festival at Knitting Factory Hollywood</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Press Release</category><dc:date>2007-04-16T11:05:29-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/b10ebf5aaa9cae8f47ffb493a2d91e32-44.php#unique-entry-id-44</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/b10ebf5aaa9cae8f47ffb493a2d91e32-44.php#unique-entry-id-44</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Santa Monica, CA (PRWEB) April 16, 2007 &mdash; The Global Groove Music Festival is coming to Knitting Factory Hollywood on April 27, 2007.  A limited number of premiere tickets are available for this evening of Afro-Cuban, Pop/Rock and Middle Eastern Electronica music performed live by some of LA&rsquo;s most talented musicians and dancers.

...Most people know the second act, the Global Groove Collective, for their touring and studio work with the likes of Justin Timberlake, Janet Jackson, Manu Dbangu and Chaka Khan.  The Global Groove Collective will be joined by Kwanza Jones to present their own recipe for a new brand of music....  The night will round up with exotic world music and contemporary electronic dance grooves, performed by Naked Rhythm and an ensemble of belly dancers.

...The Global Groove Music Festival is a special presentation by the people at Innovation Entertainment Group http://www.innovationentertainment.com.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title> Got music? Get exposure...this is a BIG song contest.</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Low Budget Love</category><dc:date>2007-03-21T10:23:26-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/6ac90f90dc3604c24d2820c9fe0b9cb9-42.php#unique-entry-id-42</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/6ac90f90dc3604c24d2820c9fe0b9cb9-42.php#unique-entry-id-42</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Innovation Entertainment Group wants to reward creators of outstanding musical recordings with cash, prizes and exposure.  Therefore, we are happy to announce that submissions are currently being accepted for 2008 Lo-Budget Love International Music Competition.

Go to our website to learn more about the contest and print a copy of the submission form .  Electronic entries are currently being accepted only through our partner, SonicBids.  You may also print out an application from our website and submit entries by regular mail.

We look forward to hearing from you soon.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Join us at the 13th Annual Venice Garden &#x26; Home Tour</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Community</category><dc:date>2007-03-18T12:47:07-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/707f7fda4c995874bc7afe474d2714e7-8.php#unique-entry-id-8</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/707f7fda4c995874bc7afe474d2714e7-8.php#unique-entry-id-8</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Once again, Innovation is pleased to be a major sponsor of The Venice Garden and Home Tour.  The Tour is an annual event in Venice, California that showcases unusual and delightful homes and gardens that exemplify the creative and original tastes of their owners, as well as the talents of local designers.  The tour is a fundraising event to benefit the non-profit, Neighborhood Youth Association ("NYA").  NYA was founded in 1906 by the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles and has enhanced the lives of thousands of "at risk" children.

Please consider giving time, money or energy to this organization.  The work they do is far-reaching and so necessary!]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>PRESS RELEASE: Global Groove Music Festival Los Angeles</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Press Release</category><dc:date>2007-03-16T15:46:14-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/3828ddbb52bd7de9ef4ce0200440510d-4.php#unique-entry-id-4</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/3828ddbb52bd7de9ef4ce0200440510d-4.php#unique-entry-id-4</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Hollywood, CA (PRWEB) - Innovation Entertainment Group is rallying the creative masses in Los Angeles and Hollywood at the Knitting Factory on April 27, 2007....  Donate 10 cans of food on-site and receive an exclusive Art Feeds poster (benefiting the Conscience Alliance, an affiliate of America&rsquo;s Second Harvest Food Bank).

...For Tickets, visit http://www.knittingfactory.com or contact the box office at (323) 463-0204x 122.

...This show will be hosted by DJ Soul Cole &ldquo;Mr. Versatility&rdquo; (www.soulcole.com) on 89.7 KLAS FM

Come experience a mix of music and dancers for no more than you'd expect to pay to see one....  It will be a perfect way to top off the work week and kick off the weekend.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Holiday Stocking Stuffer with Innovation</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Kwanza Jones</category><dc:date>2006-12-10T14:20:07-08:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/f307c9d44580eee1ee90280d4e474495-41.php#unique-entry-id-41</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/f307c9d44580eee1ee90280d4e474495-41.php#unique-entry-id-41</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Innovation Entertainment Group develops, produces and markets entertainment to a global market.  This year, we are also trying our hand at publishing by releasing the first exclusive look at Kwanza Jones as you have never seen her before.

The "Get Naked" 2007 wall calendar is now available and makes for a great stocking stuffer.  To order an autographed copy for yourself and a friend contact Christopher Gardner at christopher at InnovationEntertainment.com or (310) 396-0710.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Save the Date: Kwanza Jones Show on January 17th</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Kwanza Jones</category><dc:date>2006-11-29T08:46:14-08:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/a12c7c3709b67487b40f50d00db24e19-39.php#unique-entry-id-39</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/a12c7c3709b67487b40f50d00db24e19-39.php#unique-entry-id-39</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Upon returning from Brasil, Kwanza Jones will kick off the New Year in concert at the Temple Bar on January 17, 2007 at 10:00 pm.  We would love to see you at the show where you will not only be treated to a great performance but you can pick up a copy of her 2007 wall calendar, which features teasingly seductive photos of Kwanza Jones by Jen Starr Photos .]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Open Call for Music Video Contract</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Innovation Entertainment</category><dc:date>2006-11-26T12:16:13-08:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/95c594766587d10fa6d57ab7bf63b12f-40.php#unique-entry-id-40</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/95c594766587d10fa6d57ab7bf63b12f-40.php#unique-entry-id-40</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Innovation Entertainment Group is seeking a music video treatment and production team for the song "Something Beautiful" written and performed by Kwanza Jones.  The projected budget for this project is $7,000.  If you have interest in applying for this opportunity or know of someone who is, please forward your work history and treatment to Kim at InnovationEntertainment.com

All bids must be in by December 11, 2006.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Innovation Entertainment Partners with Ginga Arts</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Kwanza Jones</category><dc:date>2006-10-18T20:41:47-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/cf95f64aae45033c0c4ba5efa8e59e1e-38.php#unique-entry-id-38</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/cf95f64aae45033c0c4ba5efa8e59e1e-38.php#unique-entry-id-38</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Ginga Arts invites everyone to heat up the winter chill with an evening of music and dance.

...We are celebrating the success of five Capoeira programs for at-risk youth in Los Angeles and we need your support to expand these programs throughout the community....  Heating up the stage will be Kwanza Jones performing lives, joined by the infamous sideman for artists ranging from Beyonc&eacute;, Ben Harper, Janet Jackson and Justin Timberlake.  Once everyone gets warmed up, Mestre Batata and a group of energetic capoeira sportsmen and Brazilian drummers.

...Ginga Arts is a 501(c)(3) non profit organization dedicated to helping at-risk youth achieve physical fitness and self-discipline through the study of Capoeira.  For more information call Michelle Nilsson at (310) 806-0820 or visit the website at www.gingaarts.org.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Seek Something Beautiful with Kwanza Jones on her East Coast Tour</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Press Release</category><dc:date>2006-09-27T20:35:28-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/c66e73a5c66f99561d70ed931d5d4d0e-37.php#unique-entry-id-37</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/c66e73a5c66f99561d70ed931d5d4d0e-37.php#unique-entry-id-37</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Santa Monica, CA (PRWEB) &ndash; Innovation Entertainment Group presents an evening of rocking worldbeat music featuring several live performances by Kwanza Jones and her all-star band.  This promotional tour is a celebration for her new release &ldquo;Naked 2: universal fire,&rdquo; which was inspired by the artist&rsquo;s successful climb to the summit of Mt....  The show has a lot of new twists that you don&rsquo;t want to miss.

...Kwanza is an amazing artist who fuses her soulful vitality and her powerful vocals to give one of the best performances we ever had here.

...&hellip;she has the fire and the energy it takes to make it, she is a &ldquo;True Talent&rdquo; and it was great to hear her with a group of fine musicians, they complement each other nicely.

...For more information call us at (310) 396-0170 or visit us on the web at www.myspace.com/kwanzajones.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Innovation Entertainment Artists to Perform at Venice Music Festival</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Kwanza Jones</category><dc:date>2006-08-23T08:27:51-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/bf530bb6449c7f8ab9cbd4dd7682ed5c-36.php#unique-entry-id-36</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/bf530bb6449c7f8ab9cbd4dd7682ed5c-36.php#unique-entry-id-36</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[As usual, the event will kick off at the beautiful Palms Court (733 Palms Boulevard in Venice), where brunch guests will begin their Sunday enjoying delicious fare prepared by Venice's own Off the Wall Catering.

...In celebration of the diversity of Venice that makes our community so special, this year's musical festival will feature music selections from around the world.The Venice Music Festival will begin at 1:00 and continue until 6:00 in an expanded performance space around the Palms Court.  Kwanza Jones and the Global Groove Collective will kick-off the afternoon with their Rock-N-Worldbeats, followed by L.A.'s Premier Afrobeat Ensemble, Afrobeat Down.  Argentinean rockers Los Pinguos were such a hit last year that we've invited them back, and they will be sure to have the audience dancing- vivacious and infectious, the sound of Los Pinguos has claimed fans worldwide.

Delicious food and beverages will be offered throughout the Venice Music Festival at bargain rates.  Champagne Brunch tickets are $100, which also includes admission to the Music Festival in the afternoon.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Innovation Entertainment Artist Kwanza Jones to Perform at the Apple Store</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Kwanza Jones</category><dc:date>2006-07-26T08:20:07-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/c35c80161904f991bb3d8a045644126c-35.php#unique-entry-id-35</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/c35c80161904f991bb3d8a045644126c-35.php#unique-entry-id-35</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Join Innovation Entertainment artist Kwanza Jones for a crepe at Acadie (213 Arizona Street, Santa Monica) following her performance at the Apple Store.  Autographed copies of her new release "Naked 2: universal fire" will be available.

For additional information contact Antoine James Collins at innovation Entertainment by telephone (310) 396-0710.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>It&#x27;s One World Beat With Innovation at the Global Groove Music Festival&#xd;It&#x27;s One World Beat With Innovation at the Global Groove Music Festival</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Global Groove Music Festival</category><dc:date>2006-06-23T10:37:04-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/65704c17e59ef82a46f570fae65b8dd7-34.php#unique-entry-id-34</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/65704c17e59ef82a46f570fae65b8dd7-34.php#unique-entry-id-34</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Santa Monica, CA (PRWEB) -- Innovation Entertainment Group presents an evening of Latn-Rock-Soul and Reggae music performed by three amazing groups: Taniq, Global Groove Collective with Kwanza Jones, and Ellipsis:

...The songs to be performed on the evening of the festival were inspired by Kwanza&rsquo;s climb to the summit of Mt....  There are no words to describe the innovation in performance by this group as well as its leader.

...Armed with the rhythmic culture of their hometown, New Orleans, the band&rsquo;s groove and muscle is colored with funk, reggae and rock.

...We are especially happy to have the group Ellipsis on the program because following Hurricane Katrina the band was dispersed across the country for several months.

...Venue: Temple Bar 1026 Wilshire Blvd (11th Street & Wilshire) Santa Monica CA 90401 Tel. (310) 393-6611 Time: 8:30 pm Date: Saturday, July 15, 2006]]></content:encoded></item><item><title> 2006 Lo-Budget Love Compilation CD</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Low Budget Love</category><dc:date>2006-05-27T18:30:30-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/8af00ef03cae9d18759048b3b89adfb8-33.php#unique-entry-id-33</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/8af00ef03cae9d18759048b3b89adfb8-33.php#unique-entry-id-33</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Ruth is joined by her teenage daughter, Chantel Romeo, who offers a beautiful vocal performance in &ldquo;Pasensi kado,&rdquo; the song which earned her a special cash grand prize from the executive producers for the compilation CD.

...This Femmes qui rock enjoys performing music that shows us how dark emotions can be used to uplift the mind, body and soul. A native of Colorado with Latin decent, there is little question that Cody has a passionate voice that makes for passionate music.

...The energy and groove of Andrei&rsquo;s music is sure to make you appreciate this personal quote from the artist &ldquo;[b]asically, I just want to be able to makes a living out of what I do best.&rdquo;

...Irish lead vocalist, Paul McDonnell has a wonderful voice that swells as he casually takes you for a ride up and down the musical scale in &ldquo;Josephine&rdquo; (fronted by Dave Molloy on guitar).  This song, which appears on the 2006 Lo-Budget Love compilation CD, received the highest positive responses for a song by an unsigned artist on Irish National Radio.

...Grupopala Brasil natives, Samyla Francis Ribeiro, Mc Graveto, Victor Hugo de Oliveira Azevedo, and Marcone Ferreira Ramos are producers of a new wave of music in South America that fuses rap, hip hop and Caribbean rhythms which they refer to as &ldquo;freelance.&rdquo;]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Innovation Entertainment Goes Retail</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Kwanza Jones</category><dc:date>2006-04-24T13:42:00-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/12e476e23eaf677bc2425c56a7fdeb2c-30.php#unique-entry-id-30</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/12e476e23eaf677bc2425c56a7fdeb2c-30.php#unique-entry-id-30</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[You can now get your favorite Innovation Entertainment Group music on demand at more than 8,000 retailers that sell music, including Tower Records, Circuit City,Virgin Megastores Barnes & Nobles and thousands of independent stores.  So look out for Kwanza Jones&rsquo; new release &ldquo;Naked 2: universal fire.&rdquo;  If you don&rsquo;t find a copy readily available, then ask any salesperson to request your copy through one of the following one-stop distributors: Alliance Entertainment Corporation (AEC), Baker & Taylor Inc. and Super Discount.

For all our international fans, global distribution is available only through your leading online retailers including: www.barnes&noble.com, www.towerrecords.com, www.amazon.com, www.borders.com, www.samgoody.com, and www.virginmega.com among others.

Our much-anticipated Lo-Budget Love compilation CD, featuring original music from three continents, will be available soon.

Thanks for your continued support!]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Get Your Ticket to Move at the Global Groove Music Festival</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Global Groove Music Festival</category><dc:date>2006-04-13T17:53:27-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/bd06188c5e077490e30c6cdf4325e72a-31.php#unique-entry-id-31</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/bd06188c5e077490e30c6cdf4325e72a-31.php#unique-entry-id-31</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Location: Temple Bar (Wilshire & 11th St) in Santa Monica, CA Date: May 4, 2006 at 8:30 PM.

Tickets available online at Templebarlive or charge by phone at 1 (800) 594-8499....  Dumazz (with Andre Manga), Kwanza Jones and the infamous Global Groove Collective (with Darrell Diaz)...  The Crossrhodes (with W.Ellington Felton, Bilal Salaam and Raheem DeVaughn)  Media contact: Antoine Collins, Manager Tel. (310) 396-0710 Fax (310) 496-3157

On the web at Global Groove Music Festival.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title> Congratulations To All The 2006 Lo-Budget Music Competition Winners&#x21;</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Low Budget Love</category><dc:date>2006-04-01T14:09:36-08:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/48261d3a12c34fd1c67fdf71378744e8-32.php#unique-entry-id-32</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/48261d3a12c34fd1c67fdf71378744e8-32.php#unique-entry-id-32</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Pasensi kado, written by Ruth Van der Marck-Koenders and performed by Chantal Romeo (SURINAME)...  In My Slumber, written and performed by Sinem Varoglu (USA)...  You Can Dream, written by Guillermo Albelo and performed by Etcetera (SPAIN)  When You&rsquo;re Gone, written by Andrei Popescu performed by Arsene (THE NETHERLANDS)...  Rol&ecirc; na Quebrada, written by Marcone Ferreira Ramos and performed by Grupopala (BRASIL)

...Applications for the 2008 competition will become available on August 15, 2007.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>PRESS RELEASE -  Innovation Entertainment Announces the Fnalists of the 2006 Lo-Budget Love Competition</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Low Budget Love</category><dc:date>2006-02-06T10:30:22-08:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/2b3e351906bdf88febaa1581814e4d0d-29.php#unique-entry-id-29</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/2b3e351906bdf88febaa1581814e4d0d-29.php#unique-entry-id-29</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Innovation Entertainment Group is pleased to announce the finalists of the 2006 Lo-Budget Love ("LBL") Competition.  The LBL winners will be announced in early spring 2006.  We'd like to thank everyone who participated in the initial peer review phase of the competition this year.  With about 200 songs, it was difficult for our committee to choose just twenty-five as finalists....  The Nation Beat (United States of America)

...If you did not have a chance to participate this year, please visit our website for more details about making submissions for the 2008 Lo-Budget Love Music Competition.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Are you &#x22;in&#x22;?  Join the Innovation i-Squad and Earn Cash</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Innovation Entertainment</category><dc:date>2006-01-10T17:16:49-08:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/4390dbfa7e2d1a830b98a944c75f804e-28.php#unique-entry-id-28</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/4390dbfa7e2d1a830b98a944c75f804e-28.php#unique-entry-id-28</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Do you want to join our campaign to get the word out about artists on the Innovation Entertainment Group label and gain valuable experience in the music industry?...  Everyone selected for this program will have access to free CDs and guest list spots to concerts as well as the Global Groove Music Festival....  * Knowledge of the music and events we produce * Seeking to gain experience in the music industry * Hard-working and dependable nature

...Your primary role as an &ldquo;i-Squad&rdquo; member will focus on spreading the word about the artists we work with among your fellow friends and the local community around your home....  Responsibilities will also include organizing occasional informal listening parties for new releases, visiting local music retailers to make sure they are aware of new releases being distributed through our distributors, and possibly helping out with the concert promotion when one of our artists come to your hometown.

...We have the resources in place to offer you an opportunity to help promote indie artists, build your resume, free music and concert admissions when available, and even a percentage of the sales proceeds from every CD sold by you.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>PRESS RELEASE - Innovation Entertainment Obtains National Distribution</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Innovation Entertainment</category><dc:date>2005-12-13T15:05:29-08:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/33c9682e47f28456f7a86741d8a0aba5-27.php#unique-entry-id-27</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/33c9682e47f28456f7a86741d8a0aba5-27.php#unique-entry-id-27</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Innovation Entertainment Group recently signed an agreement with Synergy Media affiliate, Artist1Stop, for national distribution of our catalog.  As more and more consumers turn to the Web for all of their music needs, we can now offer them several outlets including but not limited to: barnes&noble.com, towerrecords.com, bestbuy.com, circuitcity.com, amazon.com, CDnow.com, borders.com, sonicnet.com, CDUniverse.com, samgoody.com, virginmega.com and CD-Baby.  Retailers can purchase our releases from the following distributors: Alliance Entertainment Corporation (AEC), Baker & Taylor Inc., and Super Discount.

For additional information about releases by Innovation Entertainment Group, email us or call (310) 396-0710.  We look forward to hearing from you.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title> PRESS RELEASE - New Judge for Lo-Budget Love Music Contest</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Low Budget Love</category><dc:date>2005-12-08T13:13:43-08:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/2b3438f0b073384150c8ebc83d9d2cdb-26.php#unique-entry-id-26</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/2b3438f0b073384150c8ebc83d9d2cdb-26.php#unique-entry-id-26</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Venice Beach, CA &ndash; Innovation Entertainment Group is happy to announce that Kathleen Robinson Wirt will be one of the judges for the music competition this year.  A complete list of judges can be found at our website, http://www.innovationentertainment.com.

Kathleen Robinson Wirt is the owner of 4th Street Recording Studios and former produce of the area MDA Jerry Lewis Telethon, where she also coordinated year-round fundraising events, supervised ten department heads and 1,400 people.

...The list of artists who signed with major record labels from demos recorded and engineered at the 4th Street Recording Studio include: SNOT (Geffen Records); Fiona Apple (Work/Sony Records); Incubus (Immortal Records); 10 Speed (A&M Records); Alien Ant Farm (Dreamworks Records); and Hoobastank (Island Records).

Lo Budget Love is an annual music contest offering the opportunity for aspiring songwriters and musicians to have their songs heard in a professional quality music CD....  There are no fees beyond the original submission fee if a musical recording is selected to be part of the compilation CD, earmarked for release in Spring 2006.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title> PRESS RELEASE - New Judge for Lo-Budget Love Music Contest</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Low Budget Love</category><dc:date>2005-11-30T15:42:15-08:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/04bccca1c3ffb19f5b9c615786ae3df2-20.php#unique-entry-id-20</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/04bccca1c3ffb19f5b9c615786ae3df2-20.php#unique-entry-id-20</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[A native of Hamburg, Germany, he moved to California in 1993 to continue working on music recording and production projects (including soundtracks for TV series and films) at major recording studios in Los Angeles.  Sebastian has since worked with a lot of great music producers, including Rick Rubin, T-Bone Burnett, Mike Frazer, Ed Cherney, Pat Leonard, Thom Panunzio, Sheryl Crow, Neil Dorfsman and Eddie Offered.  Among the major recording artists he has worked with are Jackson Browne, AC/DC, Stevie Nicks, Bonnie Raitt, Jewel, David Crosby, Randy Travis, Vonda Shepard, Slayer and Tom Jones.  In forming MSMP, Sebastian has realized his live-long dream to create a unique and exciting music production company, offering the know-how of the Los Angeles recording industry to artists around the world.

Lo Budget Love is an annual music contest offering the opportunity for aspiring songwriters and musicians to have their songs heard in a professional quality music CD.

...A sampling of musical genres for the Lo-Budget Love 2006 competition include; Afro-Peruvian, Bachata, Calypso, Fena, Gnawa, Haupango, Juju Music, Klezmer music, Laavloe, Latin, Native American, Punjabi, Persian, Reggae and Worldbeats among others.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Should More People Listen to World Music?</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Kwanza Jones</category><dc:date>2005-11-29T14:45:33-08:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/6cea95b828aaf8a4f54d341b9a68d81b-21.php#unique-entry-id-21</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/6cea95b828aaf8a4f54d341b9a68d81b-21.php#unique-entry-id-21</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Unlike many popular musical genres, the diverse character of world music is emerging with support by record labels, producers and consumers alike.  There is overwhelming appeal for heavily percussive, eminently danceable music of international roots, ranging from West African highlife, Jamaican reggae, Dominican meringue, and the many forms of Cuban-inspired salsa.  A quick look at what is hot on the world music charts confirms that Tim Carmon and Kwanza Jones hit a home run with Naked 2 &ndash; universal fire.

...The fusion side of this album includes a cover of the classic rock standard &ldquo;Light My Fire&rdquo; by Jim Morrison and The Doors....  As in the artist&rsquo;s interpretation of this song, music can inspire religious devotion, help prepare you to face a new challenge and stimulate passion.

...This song offers a mixture of reality and hope, fronted by an &ldquo;ah-ha&rdquo; percussion performance by Timbali Cornwell (percussionist for Janet Jackson, Justin Timberlake).]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Answering the Call for Music When You Want It</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Innovation Entertainment</category><dc:date>2005-11-17T18:51:32-08:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/b8da6f711974e6ae98a38c53f74c4ebb-22.php#unique-entry-id-22</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/b8da6f711974e6ae98a38c53f74c4ebb-22.php#unique-entry-id-22</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[In a recent Billboard article, Tamara Coniff, Co-Executive editor of the trade opined that music fans want music fast and easy.  Her comment was directed toward those who hold up the process of getting the music to the people when they want it.

At Innovation Entertainment Group, we understand the frustration of not what you want when you want it.  This is why we are committed to making good music available now....  You will find a variety of recordings from folk-rock to worldbeats and most are available for immediate delivery.

We guarantee that if you purchase one CD and listen to it once through, each subsequent listen will be practically free.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>PRESS RELEASE - New Judge for Lo-Budget Love Music Competition</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Low Budget Love</category><dc:date>2005-11-16T12:53:34-08:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/0c1e6695baf613fd60ab478d8a81f60a-23.php#unique-entry-id-23</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/0c1e6695baf613fd60ab478d8a81f60a-23.php#unique-entry-id-23</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Venice Beach, CA &ndash; Innovation Entertainment Group is happy to announce that Kevin James will be a judge for the music competition this year.

...From the Dana School of Music to Oberlin College Conservatory, this Youngstown State graduate has heard it all and takes pleasure in controlling the playlist for his nationally syndicated program.

...As a music producer, he partnered with Right Stuff Records on the series, &ldquo;Slow Jams &lsquo;&rsquo;The Timeless&rsquo; Collection,&rdquo; which currently include 9-volumes plus a greatest hits CD.

Lo-Budget Love is an annual music contest offering the opportunity for aspiring songwriters and musicians to have their songs heard in a professional quality music CD....  There are no fees beyond the original submission fee if a musical recording is selected to be part of the compilation CD, earmarked for release Spring 2006.

A sampling of musical genres for the Lo Budget Love 2006 competition include; Afro-Peruvian, Bachata, Calypso, Fena, Gnawa, Haupango, Juju Music, Klezmer music, Laavloe, Latin, Native American, Punjabi, Persian, Reggae and Worldbeats among others.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>PRESS RELEASE - New Judge for Lo-Budget Love Music Competition</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Low Budget Love</category><dc:date>2005-11-15T10:56:19-08:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/25467b682439fa583057448997b70e5f-24.php#unique-entry-id-24</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/25467b682439fa583057448997b70e5f-24.php#unique-entry-id-24</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Venice Beach, CA &ndash; Innovation Entertainment Group is happy to announce that Maxi Anderson will be a judge for the music competition this year.

...She continually works among the top studio singers on film scores, such as Lion King, the soon to be released Rent, and the much anticipated Dreamgirls; commercials inclusive of McDonalds and Coors; recording projects with numerous artists as diverse as Robbie Williams, Pink, and Alicia Keyes; and television shows inclusive of ER, West Wing, and American Dreams.

...As the writer/producer/manager of All God's Children, Maxi was blessed to work with the legendary the Lou Adler for his ODE label.

...Lo Budget Love is an annual music contest offering the opportunity for aspiring songwriters and musicians to have their songs heard in a professional quality music CD....  There are no fees beyond the original submission fee if a musical recording is selected to be part of the compilation CD, earmarked for release Spring 2006.  A sampling of musical genres for the 2006 Lo-Budget Love competition include;Afro-Peruvian, Bachata, Calypso, Fena, Gnawa, Haupango, Juju Music, Klezmer music, Laavloe, Latin, Native American, Punjabi, Persian, Reggae and Worldbeats among others]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>6th Annual Latin Grammy Red Carpet Spotting</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Innovation Entertainment</category><dc:date>2005-11-07T16:01:11-08:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/81474e0e0acdf20bc65befd4bb6dbc7a-25.php#unique-entry-id-25</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/81474e0e0acdf20bc65befd4bb6dbc7a-25.php#unique-entry-id-25</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[6th Annual Latin Grammy red carpet spotting

Pictured left to right: Juan, Kristen, Niria, Delton, and Kwanza Jones.  CONGRATULATIONS

to all the winners and nominees of the 6th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>PRESS RELEASE: 2006 Lo-Budget Love Music Competition - The World Music Category</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Innovation Entertainment</category><dc:date>2005-10-19T07:59:03-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/f7879996e7185f1f707008a36206b154-17.php#unique-entry-id-17</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/f7879996e7185f1f707008a36206b154-17.php#unique-entry-id-17</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Venice Beach, CA - Innovation Entertainment Group is proud to announce that entrants for the 2006 Lo-Budget Love Music Competition are now being accepted.

...Lo Budget Love is an annual recorded music contest offering the opportunity for aspiring songwriters and musicians to have their songs heard in a professional quality music CD.

...Innovation Entertainment Group compiles an impressive panel of judges, offering exposure and the opportunity to have your songs heard by influential decision-makers in the music industry and consumers.  There are no fees beyond the original submission fee if a musical recording is selected to be part of the compilation CD.

A sampling of musical genres for the 2006 Lo-Budget Love Music Competition includes: Afro-Peruvian, Bachata, Calypso, Fena, Gnawa, Haupango, Juju Music, Latin, Native American, Punjabi, Persian, Reggae and worldbeats generally.

...Contest rules and application are also available at <a href="http://www.sonicbids.com/lobudgetlove"><www.sonicbids.com/lobudgetlove</a>.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>PRESS RELEASE - Jaw Dropping New Release from Kwanza Jones</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Kwanza Jones</category><dc:date>2005-10-11T09:41:26-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/9a46a4dc12c5152e696d80028790b9ed-18.php#unique-entry-id-18</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/9a46a4dc12c5152e696d80028790b9ed-18.php#unique-entry-id-18</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Venice Beach, CA - the inimitable singer/songwriter Kwanza Jones has released a four track EP entitled Victim of the System to lend support for the hurricane victims of the Gulf Region.  Track 1 - Hurricane Track 2 - Time (Has A Way) Track 3 - Victim of the System (urban groove remix) Track 4 - Victim of the System (organic rock remix)

A portion of the proceeds from the sale of this recording, which is appropriate for AAA, Rock and Pop formats, on either the label or artist websites will go directly to support this cause.

...This recording includes original illustrations by Anna Siqueiros (whose work is compared to that of Diego Riveria).

...Kwanza will perform songs from this release and from the Naked 2 full-length CD (release date, December 1, 2005) at the Galapagos Art Space in New York City on October 17, 2005.  Proceeds from this concert will benefit the Common Ground Charity for the Gulf Coast victims of Hurricane Katrina.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Kwanza Jones Unleashed</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Kwanza Jones</category><dc:date>2005-10-06T10:46:44-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/82d70e77cc97229b1f4ad6f204d2029c-19.php#unique-entry-id-19</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/82d70e77cc97229b1f4ad6f204d2029c-19.php#unique-entry-id-19</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Would you like to learn more about the motivation behind the performing artist, Kwanza Jones?  No problem.  All you need to do is check her out on the cover of Ocean Scene magazine (October 2005).  You can also learn about her much anticipated release of Naked 2 - universal fire, which includes the artist's own rendition of "Ain't No Mountain High Enough," written by Nick Ashford and Valerie Simpson and "Light My Fire," written by the Doors and popularized by Jos&eacute; Feliciano.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Kwanza Jones will perform in New York City to support Katrina Victims</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Kwanza Jones</category><dc:date>2005-09-24T14:11:55-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/e39d4aa32f6c118d38d8436e9f8b15e3-13.php#unique-entry-id-13</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/e39d4aa32f6c118d38d8436e9f8b15e3-13.php#unique-entry-id-13</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The kARMA Group is producing a benefit concert to support the people effected by Hurricane Katrina.  The evening will include live performances by several artists, including Kwanza Jones.  Her performance of the song "Hurricane" from the Victim of the System release (October 1, 2005) offers an emotional lift that is not to be missed.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title> Life with a Coastal Point of View</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Brazlian Beach Bash</category><dc:date>2005-09-15T14:25:36-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/3e58d1055e555d56983ab85b1df2c3ef-14.php#unique-entry-id-14</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/3e58d1055e555d56983ab85b1df2c3ef-14.php#unique-entry-id-14</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Innovation Entertainment Group takes to California's coastal scene with a feature story in Ocean Scene magazine, offering exclusive photos from the Brazilian Beach Bash in Venice Beach.  You can read about this event, view photos and obtain a copy for yourself by visiting <a href="http://www.oceanscenenews.com">Ocean Scene</a>.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Internship Opportunities</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Community</category><dc:date>2005-09-07T11:43:45-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/f5400c0aefab2e178f6eeebbe48baeda-15.php#unique-entry-id-15</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/f5400c0aefab2e178f6eeebbe48baeda-15.php#unique-entry-id-15</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[We have the pleasure of partnering with the Art Institute of California and Santa Monica College to provide a unique opportunity for their students to work on music and entertainment projects currently in development.  This relationship further strengthens our ties within the community as we provide students real life work experiences.  As always, we look forward to bringing you entertainment that stimulates the mind, feeds the spirit, and fascinates the heart.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>A new look of Innovation</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Innovation Entertainment</category><dc:date>2005-08-30T15:00:48-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/b92a4a20c24604c1d7ed8bd5997bb287-16.php#unique-entry-id-16</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/b92a4a20c24604c1d7ed8bd5997bb287-16.php#unique-entry-id-16</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Our newly redesigned website is up and running.  We hope you enjoy the tour.  Check back often for continuing updates on what's new at Innovation.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>2nd Annual Brazilian Beach Bash</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Brazlian Beach Bash</category><dc:date>2005-08-17T10:13:18-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/e6d19da31919acea2133c9849b6063d5-12.php#unique-entry-id-12</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/e6d19da31919acea2133c9849b6063d5-12.php#unique-entry-id-12</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[We are making final preparations to insure that the 2nd annual BBB will be great fun for all!  Highlights will include live performances by Flavio Ribiero and The Band, The Girls from Ipanema and a special appearance by Innovation Entertainment artist, Kwanza Jones.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>New Hire</title><dc:creator></dc:creator><category>Innovation Entertainment</category><dc:date>2005-07-29T13:11:58-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/aa4c4e8129312d389e6838044c28e940-11.php#unique-entry-id-11</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.innovationentertainment.com/news/files/aa4c4e8129312d389e6838044c28e940-11.php#unique-entry-id-11</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Delton Henderson focuses on negotiating entertainment industry contracts as well as setting project budgets and planning business strategies.

Prior to joining Innovation Entertainment Group, Delton represented individuals and companies on intellectual property matters including recording and publishing agreements for individual artists and producers; licensing and copyright administration, and similar entertainment issues relative to the Internet.

Delton is a former adjunct professor of ADR at New York University School of Continuing Education in Tax, Law and Finance and guest lectured at Law Society in London.  He is also a producer of live musical performance for the Athens Festival, Tokyo Summer Festival and the Festival of World Sacred Music in Fez, Morocco.

...Following law school, Delton devised and implemented a regional marketing plan for Calvin Bridges, a Dove Award winner and Grammy-nominated gospel artist.  In addition, his time with TVT Records, NBC-Universal Television Network and Snow Frog Productions has allowed him to work on A&R, Licensing, Business Affairs, Music Publishing, Strategic Marketing and New Business Ventures.]]></content:encoded></item></channel>
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