A blog hosted by platinum selling singer songwriter & founder of India's largest International Independent record label W.O.A International - Oliver Sean!
Episode 9 of the Brand New Season 5 of the WOAFM99 Radio Show www.woafm99.com. Our last show of 2014. We hope you have an amazing New Year! from all of at WOAFM99 and W.O.A Entertainment. The WOAFM99 Radio Show is hosted by MTV Europe Music Awards Nominee & Vh1 Top 10 Musician & Filmmaker Oliver Sean www.oliversean.com
Today's END OF THE YEAR Episode featuyres the following artists:
Our final Christmas Special on Christmas Eve! Check out 10 fantastic christmas songs by Indie Artists from around the World to take you into Christmas morning :-) The is the WOAFM99 Radio Show Christmas Special Part 4. Hosted by MTV EMA Nominee Oliver Sean
The Independent No.1's Global Multi Genre Compilation Album, Featuring The Best Independent Artists From Around The World, Launches The 4th Edition One Day Before Christmas.
W.O.A Entertainment, UK - 23rd Dec 2014 - The highly anticipated multi genre compilation, Independent No.1's Vol.4, has been released worldwide today on W.O.A Records. This Volume 4 of the Independent No.1's album features 20 of the worlds biggest Indie stars and upcoming artists on the fast rise to Indie stardom. Some of the artists on the featured list of this Double CD includes Top 40 Smooth Jazz/New Age Artist from Colorado USA Louis Colaiannia; MTV Europe Music Awards Nominee and Vh1 Top 10 Artist from Leicestershire United Kingdom Oliver Sean; Rising star from Texas USA Victoria Celestine, along with 20 Indie Stars from various countries from Australia to Italy to America and Pakistan to Lithuania to the United Kingdom, each performing a different genre from Country, Rock, World and Jazz to Pop and even experimental fusion.
It is unprecedented for a compilation to feature so many different genres on one album together. While most labels stick to one particular genre, W.O.A Records broke this mould in 2009 with the launch of the very first Independent No.1's Vol.1, which led to the album receiving rave reviews from media and extended radio airplay on commercial radio that usualy cover only major label music.
"Today the Independent No.1's compilation is the most sought after compilation when it comes to Independent Artists and discovering real music by real musicians" says the founder of The W.O.A Entertainment Group and Artist/Producer Oliver Sean, "we keep the manufactured acts at bay and it really isn't about how many CDs we sell, its more about how many people become fans of these Indie Artists and once you become a fan of an Indie Artist you are a fan for Life - that in my opinion is priceless for a real artist"
The Independent No.1's Compilation is distributed to Radio, Press and Retail Chains including Live Music Venues for free, fans who go to record stores could also win free copies just by picking up a CD and taking it to the till. This is all being done to promote Independent Musicians and try to make a small change in the music industry and bring a change to how fans get in touch with new music and new artists that are not promoted like a product in a super market - but by discovering these real artists, who make real music, in the real world and are successful in the industry in their own right without having to let themselves or their creativity be controlled by record labels.
The Artists and their songs on this album are listed below for fans and media to discover them and get to know who they are:
* Featured Artist: Louis Colaiannia - Winters Fire, Louis Colaiannia has been on the Top 40 New Age Music Charts with his album and has performed and collaborated with some of the industry's biggest names. He has been compared to the likes of Yanni and his music transcends genres effortlessly. Louis is constantly touring the US and is currently working on his new album. http://www.louismusic.com
* Featured Artist: Oliver Sean - All I Remember. Oliver Sean is an MTV Europe Music Awards Nominee and a Vh1 Top 10 Artist. Even though Oliver Sean has major label distribution and licensing deals, he has always maintained his Indie Artist status by never signing to a full record deal with any label and has an enviable position of being an Indie Artist with Major Label support and a fanbase that any artist, Indie or Major, would kill for http://www.oliversean.com
* Featured Artist: Victoria Celestine - Good Heart to Hide. 18 years old and already a star in Texas and now taking over the US. She has the looks, the voice and the X factor,a true blue Indie artist who writes her own stuff and has producers across the country wanting to work with her http://victoriacelestine.com
The Artist list continues with these fantastic acts all appearing on the Independent No.1's Vol.4 Double CD Compilation:
Christina Laroque - As Long As You Love Me
Alive Way - Take Me Down
Laurel Moore - Sleepyhead
Courtney Murphy - Just in Time
Laura Ainsworth - Necessary Evil
Zara Sa - Ali Ashraf
Forever Indiana - Summertime Again
Steve Foster - Angel
Rhyme Scheme - Time Will Fly
Strange Anthem - Dreamer
Tuck Neilsen - Number One
Eloah - Apostles, Traitors and Messiahs
Bruce Lev - Catwoman
Sarantos - Are You Sure You Can Last
kali Kreek Dub - Toothchipper
Gennaro Agresti - Tornado
Hooyoosay - Googly Goo
Francesco D'Angelo Lampignano - Amazonia Bird
Tuck Neilsen - Hold Me Tonight
To know more about each of the artists on the Independent No.1's Vol.2, Vol.3 and the brand new Vol.4, please visit the Official Independent No.1's website at http://www.independentnumberones.com
The compilation will be available across all major stores worldwide, starting this week, including iTunes, Amazon and CDBaby.
The Independent No.1's Compilation is conceptuslised by Platinum Selling Artist Oliver Sean and is a brand and property of the WOA Entertainment Group.
ABOUT W.O.A ENTERTAINMENT
Formed in 1998 by Platinum Selling World Music star and 2012 Europe Music Awards Nominee Oliver Sean, W.O.A Entertainment is a global entertainment company that continues to lead the way when it comes to how music should be promoted. They are pioneering international music in India and Asia and are now synonymous with the region. Their enviable reputation at opening up new possibilities means that they are the go-to company for independent artists wishing a truly international presence. W.O.A Records, W.O.A Films, WOA TV Show and WOAFM99 are part of the W.O.A Entertainment Group www.woaentertainment.co.uk
Christmas Special Part 3 out today on the WOAFM99 Radio Show. We have 9 fantastic songs including the Oliver Sean version of 'Please Come Home for Christmas' today. We truly believe we have the BEST Indie Christmas songs from around the world playing on the WOAFM99 Radio Show this December. Unmissable! Hosted by MTV EMA Nominee Oliver Sean www.woafm99.com
Christmas Special Part Two. A Must listen guys - 6 Pure Christmas tracks exclusive to the WOAFM99 Radio Show by 6 International Artists. Hosted by Oliver Sean and special guest in the studio today - Sam (Oliver's German Shepherd :-)
The Christmas Special Episode on the WOAFM99 Radio Show Today - Don't miss out on this wonderful show with loads of new Indie Christmas Songs. Click on the link to listen to the show or download the radio show FREE via iTunes Podcasts. Hosted by MTV EMA Nominee & Vh1 Top 10 Artist Oliver Sean www.oliversean.com
The Christmas Playlist - Your Christmas Song on FM Radio
We are getting our Christmas Playlist ready at the WOAFM99 Radio Show - Send us your Christmas Song today... If your song is accepted you get guaranteed rotation on our nationally syndicated Radio Show!
If you have a Christmas song (CHRISTMAS COVERS & INSTRUMENTALS ARE ALSO ACCEPTED) send it in ASAP to the WOAFM99 Radio Show. This is our BIGGEST Radio Promotion of the year and is supported by our Label Partners (W.O.A Records and W.O.A Entertainment UK www.woaentertainment.co.uk) who have commercial advertising tie ups with several FM radio stations across the region (India, Dubai and the Subcontinent).
The WOAFM99 Christmas Playlist will be the ONLY Indie Music Christmas Playlist that is played across the country on various radio networks via the WOAFM99 Radio Show Syndication and will also get played across mobile networks (Cellular Companies) via their caller tune services and mobile radio streaming services during the Christmas Week.
MUSIC SUBMISSION PROCESS: To submit your christmas song, christmas cover or holiday related music please go to the WOA MUSIC SUBMISSIONS SITE and send us your song via the submissions page. Please note that there is a 10 USD submission fee if submitting for the Christmas Playlist. WOAFM99 has now started accepting free music submissions all year round for the WOAFM99 Radio Show, however we are charging 10 USD for this particular CHRISTMAS PLAYLIST only. SUBMIT MUSIC HERE.
If you have any questions we can be reached on info@woarecords.com
Oliver Sean started his musical career at the age of 8 and has played in top Cover Bands and toured worldwide as an award winning Original Artist.
Oliver has performed at over 5000 engagements all around the world since the age of 13, and has been nominated for awards as prestigious as the MTV Europe Music Awards, AVMax Album of the Year and his original music has even hit the Vh1 Top 10 besides various other accolades.
About Oliver Sean Unplugged... or Not!:
Oliver Sean's unplugged or not show (Solo and Trio) has performed to numerous audiences throughout the UK, Europe, USA, Dubai and India since 1998. Oliver plays a variety of music from chilled out acoustic tracks to up-tempo retro hits as well as popular hits and different versions of modern chart songs. Oliver Sean's passion and energy on stage is a joy to watch and his sound can add the perfect accompaniment to any event from a fun party to a sophisticated event. Oliver Sean Unplugged... Or Not! is comfortable with all eras of music.
“His album 'So Good', the title track of which went platinum in 2011, has lovely guitar melodies and his singing style is back to that of Bryan Adams.”
“When he's pop, he has a clear, pure tone that reminds one of John Mayer or John Mellencamp. He's got a surprising amount of soul, though, and is constantly coming up with new vocal tricks to show off.”
“It was a night to remember at Kismet at The Park, Hyderabad, where the international platinum-selling singer Oliver Sean and his band performed live. Hyderabad's party crowd grooved to Oliver's popular tracks.”
Oliver Sean Solo: Performing with various guitars, rhythm stomp-box & Foot Drum Machines and High Quality Backing Tracks recorded with his Band. Truly interactive and LIVE.
Episode 4 of the WOAFM99 Radio Show (Season 5) Out Today. Listen to 6 brand new Indie Songs and we also have a special guest in the studio today. None other than upcoming Pakistani Musician Ali Ashraf as he chats with MTV EMA Nominee and WOAFM99 Host Oliver Sean. www.woafm99.com / www.oliversean.com / www.woaentertainment.co.uk
Episode 3 of the band new WOAFM99 Radio Show hosted by MTV EMA Nominee Oliver Sean is out now! Today we also feature a very special song called 'Mama's Child' by Lorraine Milton. The song was produced by Oliver Sean for global release. Discover 6 amazing new artists today only on the WOAFM99 Radio Show www.woafm99.com
Episode 2 of the Brand New Season 5 of the WOAFM99 Radio Show www.woafm99.com . Hosted by MTV Europe Music Awards Nominee & Vh1 Top 10 Musician & Filmmaker Oliver Sean www.oliversean.com
A fun radio show today featuring great music, a live radio interview and just a feel good vibe that you don't want to miss. This is Episode 2 of the WOAFM99 Radio Show Season 5 featuring Six brand new songs from a diverse range of Independent Artists and we also have one of our favourite artists 'Princess Saydah' from the US joining us over the phone for a fun chat during the show.
Artists and their songs on today's show are:
1. Victoria Celestine - Let Go
2. Christina Laroque - As Long As You Love Me
3. Hotel Radio - Our Summer
4. Alberto Mazarro - Not Prepared
5. Mike White Presents Shane Nolan - The Explorer
6. Moscato - Why War
To know more about the artists and interact with the show and the artists join us on facebook at http://www.facebook.com/woatv
The Brand New Season of the WOAFM99 Radio Show www.woafm99.com. Hosted by MTV Europe Music Awards Nominee & Vh1 Top 10 Musician & Filmmaker Oliver Sean www.oliversean.com
Today marks the first episode of Season 5 of the WOAFM99 Radio Show. This is a non stop mix featuring 6 brand new artists that YOU OUGHT TO KNOW back to back with their new singles.
Artists and their songs on today's show are:
Mark Mathews - London Lives
Ali Ashraf - Zara Sa
Sarantos - Are You Sure You Can Last
Bruce Lev - Cat Woman
Francesco D'Angelo - Amazonia Bird
James Paramore - What Am I Going To Do
To know more about the artists and interact with the show and the artists join us on facebook at http://www.facebook.com/woatv
Oliver Sean to perform Live for the British Army on 8th December 2014 in the United Kingdom. Stay tuned to www.OliverSean.com for the latest updates on this.
Be a part of the International line up for the 7th Annual WOA International Music Festival - Goa 2015.
Every year there is an excitement in Goa that starts one month before the Annual WOA International Music Festival. This time around the festival takes place on the 31st of January 2015. As usual it kicks off with Full page newspaper advertising across the country on the Times of India; Vh1 and MTV running TV Spots and music videos of the headlining artists; Banners, Hoardings and Posters across all the college and university campuses featuring details of hot Indie stars from various parts of the world who will be performing, Radio contests focusing on the artists performing at the festival - all this and more. Add to this the rumors of which Bollywood stars and Indian super models are going to be attending the festival as guests of honour - this has been consistently happening every year and it just gets bigger and better every time.
This year the festival in Goa will be spread across 3 days instead of just 1 major concert. Yes - its going to be 3 back to back concerts at 3 different locations in Goa.
All genres of music is heard at the WOA International Festival, which makes this so unique and every artist gets coverage on national advertising across the Times, Vh1 and AIR FM.
The best part of it all is that this is a free festival - fans do not pay to enter and artists do not pay to play (please note that our partners do charge a 10 USD submission fee). Any artist from any part of the world, across all genres, can submit their EPK/DPK/Bio to be a part of this festival.
There are no costs to being part of the festival aside from the submission fee of 10 USD (this is a mandatory application fee and cannot be waived). If selected the Artist/Band has to handle their own travel to Goa and their own stay and food (subsidised hotel accomodation and restautrant discount coupons will be provided to artists that require this). The organisers of the show arrange for all backline, national advertising and crew support. Artists are also given refreshments during the concerts.
This is a free festival and attracts thousands of locals and international tourists. The festival is also supported by the Government of Goa, the Times of India, Vh1 (Viacom), AIR FM and various other main stream media partners, hotel partners and online promotional partners.
To know more about the 7th Annual W.O.A International Music Festival please visit the W.O.A Entertainment Website at www.woaentertainment.co.uk or Click Here
Lorraine Milton’s new single ‘Mama’s Child’, produced by MTV Europe Music Awards Nominee Oliver Sean, available now across all major stores worldwide.
London/Houston - W.O.A Entertainment – July 5th, 2014 – As an author and a singer/songwriter, Lorraine Milton has several singles and books under her belt. In one of her books there was a poem titled ‘I am my Mama’s Child’ which she decided to record a demo of, what followed was an incredible experience and transatlantic collaboration with some of the music industry’s big names and top class musicians, leading to the song ‘Mama’s Child’.
“Every person is Mama’s Child because this is the only way that they came to this world” says Houston based artist Lorraine Milton, “this song is very special to me and was actually a poem I wrote in my book ‘ My Son Went To Jail for Taking A Bath: A “MUST READ” For Every Parent and Their Teenager’ which I released in November of 2013”
The new single ‘Mama’s Child’ has been produced by MTV Europe Music Awards 2012 Nominee and Vh1 Top 10 Artist Oliver Sean who also co-composed the single with Lorraine Milton.
“Lorraine connected with me via my record label W.O.A Entertainment, while working on another project with WOA”, says Platinum Selling Musician and WOA Founder Oliver Sean, “when she sent me the demo of the song and the lyrics to the song I immediately connected with it as it has a message I have always believed in and written about in my own music - Paying the highest respect to your Mother”
Originally from Detroit Michigan, Lorraine Milton is an R&B Singer Songwriter and Author who started singing at the age of 5 in her church choir and later was part of the Glee Club in her high school where her strong roots in music were formed. She served for 21 years in the military and as an author has written and published 5 books. As a musician her songs have been featured on global compilations like the Independent No.1’s Vol.3 (W.O.A Records) and her latest single ‘Mama’s Child’ will soon be featured on the world renowned chill compilation Goa Chillout Zone Vol.6 (W.O.A Records)
The brand new Lorraine Milton single ‘Mama’s Child’ is now available worldwide on iTunes and all major stores. The single will also be available on mainstream mobile networks as a callertune. For more information on Lorraine Milton visit her on facebook at www.facebook.com/ladylomilt and on the WOA Entertainment Website www.woaentertainment.co.uk
ABOUT W.O.A INTERNATIONAL
Formed in 1998 by Platinum Selling World Music star and 2012 Europe Music Awards Nominee Oliver Sean, W.O.A International is a global entertainment company under the W.O.A Entertainment Group holding that continues to lead the way when it comes to how music should be promoted. They are pioneering international music in India and Asia and are now synonymous with the region. Their enviable reputation at opening up new possibilities means that they are the go-to company for independent artists wishing a truly international presence.
MTV Europe Music Awards 2012 Nominee Oliver Sean launches indiegogo campaign for 'Invoking the Legends' an unplugged EP, sales proceeds of which, including all indiegogo contributions, will be doubled by the Singer and utilized for Animal Welfare in Goa.
W.O.A International - 30th July 2014 - An EP featuring an inimitable unplugged performance by MTV Europe Music Awards Nominee & Vh1 Top 10 Artist Oliver Sean, singing classic songs that have inspired generations, is scheduled to be released this December. What makes this EP special is that it is dedicated to Animal Welfare and all proceeds from sales of this EP will be doubled by the platinum selling Singer and will be utilized directly for animal welfare in Goa where stray animals are in desperate need of help.
"All proceeds from sales of this recording, not just profits - ALL SALES PROCEEDS, will be doubled by me personally and will be utilized for Animal Welfare, mainly focusing on the plight of stray animals in Goa who have absolutely no help after 5PM once the work day is over" says Singer/Songwriter Oliver Sean, "this is the shocking truth! Animals in distress are left to die by authorities and animal welfare groups!! NO ONE helps them aside from animal lovers in Goa who come out in the middle of the night to help Dogs, Cattle and any other animal that has been hit by a car or been in an accident".
The singer songwriter who is a passionate supporter of animal rights states that the good people of Goa help animals in distress all alone at night and have no one in the government or the NGO's who can help them help the animals at that time of day/night when the animal welfare groups have closed their offices for the day.
With this new EP, which will be mixed at the legendary Abbey Road Studios in London, all proceeds from every CD/Digital Album that is sold will be doubled and utilised towards helping ANIMAL LOVERS HELP ANIMALS IN NEED.
Fans and supporters can pre order this CD as a minimum pledge on Indiegogo where this project is being funded http://igg.me/at/oliversean. All who pre order will receive a specially packaged CD signed by Oliver Sean. These CDs will be specially packaged in DIGIPAK only for the Pre Order supporters.
Some of the bigger perks offered to fans who support this campaign includes names printed on the CD inlay cover, VIP and Backstage tickets for the 7th Annual Festival in Goa on 31st January 2015 to meet Oliver Sean, these special guests will be thanked live on stage by Oliver Sean during the concert. Fans who are the biggest pledgers will be able to invite Oliver Sean over to their home for a private 'House Concert'. And all contributions will be doubled by Oliver Sean personally and utilized for animals in need.
"Our hope with this project is the Animals finally having somebody to help them when there is no one there for them" says the Vh1 Top 10 Artist, "In a small way we will do what we can".
ABOUT W.O.A INTERNATIONAL
Formed in 1998 by World Music star Oliver Sean, W.O.A International is a global entertainment company, part of the W.O.A Entertainment Group, that continues to lead the way when it comes to how music should be promoted. They are pioneering international music in India and Asia and are now synonymous with the region. Their enviable reputation at opening up new possibilities means that they are the go-to company for independent artists wishing a truly international presence.
FINAL MUSIC SUBMISSIONS CALL for the Goa Chillout Zone Double CD Compilation Vol.6.
Last Chance to submit your song for the 6th edition of the globally distributed Goa Chillout Zone Vol.6 Compilation Double CD.
For 5 years in a row the Goa Chillout Zone Compilation has consistently been featured on iTunes and supported in store at major record stores across Dubai and India, unprecedented support for a compilation album that is not mainstream and features almost exclsuively only Independent artist from all around the world. The success of the compilation has also led to various major labels signing on Goa Chillout Zone artists for their own compilation (Universeal Music Australia, Times Music India, Crescendo BMG and others).
We are now finalising the Goa Chilloutr Zone Vol.6 track list, this is our final call for artists to submit their songs. You can submit your music at http://www.goachilloutzone.com or directly at the WOA Entertainment Music Opportunity Page
Over 10,000 CDs are replicated and distributed for FREE to WOA mainstream press associates(The Times, Elle, Rollingstone etc), FM Radio licensing partners (AIR FM, MUST, Virgin Radio etc) and WOA Entertainment Venue partners (Hard Rock Cafe, Troubadour and others). The Album is also advertised on Vh1, The Times of India and promoted extensively durin the Annual WOA International Music Festival and India Tour www.woaentertainment.co.uk
90% of the CDs are distributed free with 10% put out for sale at major retail outlets. Artists will receive 8% royalties Pro Rata from any sales revenue generated from CDs that are sold. Please note this is mainly a promotional album and artists who are part of the compilation get extensive media coverage and can make revenue via their PRO collections (ASCAP, BMI, PRS etc) due to the mainstream promotions the album receives. This album does not generate major income from direct sales.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: There is a 10 USD submission fee to submit your song and if selected you have to pay an inclusion fee of 250 USD to be part of the compilation. To submit your song please go to http://www.goachilloutzone.com or the WOA Entertainment Submissions Page http://www.woarecords.com/#!woa-submissions/c21r4
Easy listening songs from all genres are accepted including instrumental tracks.
For any further information please contact us on info@woarecords.com
