September 2, 2009 – His first nomination at the Underground Music Awards, Guyanese artist Michael Sparkey Drakes was honored with the award for Best Reggae/Dancehall Artist of 2009. Sparkey has been working hard to get recognition for his music. This versatile artist moves easily between the Caribbean genres of reggae, dancehall and soca, his voice and blend of the genres is unmistakable.
For Sparkey, both of these awards come at a critical time in his career, to be named as one of the "20 Best Independent Artist of 2009" by Internet Radio Magazine, is a great accomplishment for this Caribbean artist.
These awards cap a two year marketing endeavor, that saw the artist sign with WOA International in India, and win "Best International World Male Artist" and Best International World CD Album" for the release of his first solo CD, "Sparkey & Friends Back 2 Basics" out now on W.O.A Records, a combination of reggae, dancehall and soca.
W.O.A International – The Music Company releases compilation CD, brings together the best Independent artists from all over the world on one album promoting peace.
Goa, India –Aug 27, 2009 – W.O.A International proudly announces the launch of the first volume in the Independent No.1's CD collection. Comprising of 20 artists from the company's record label W.O.A Records, it's an eclectic double CD bringing together some of the very best artists in independent music today. Best of all, it's part of an extremely worthwhile cause at the same time.
"With this release, we're not only bringing original and exciting music to the public," says Wanda Alvares, Executive Vice President / Head of Marketing, "we're also giving back to a cause we believe passionately in. For every CD sold, we will give 10% of the sale to a charity that supports the fight against terrorism."
W.O.A International recognizes that this fight on terror is something that won't be changed overnight, but passionately believe that continued support in the fight against it will eventually win through.
The Independent no.1's Vol. 1 CD is the first release in a planned annual collection of the very best music W.O.A Records has on its roster. Bringing together the best that W.O.A International has to offer, it includes the likes of Danny Hooper, Osh10, Mark Hvilsted, Resin Dogs, Pedro Menendez from the W.O.A Records roster and other Independent Music stars all signed to W.O.A International – The Music Company.
Such has the pre-release interest been in the first volume after the preview on the weekly W.O.A Radio show that W.O.A International has decided to bring several of these artists to India on tour to promote the album and to be a part of the W.O.A Music Festival this year.
With the Independent No.1's Volume 1 compilation CD set to be a huge success for both artists and the chosen charity, and Vol.2 already in the planning stage, 2009 looks set to be a milestone year yet again for W.O.A International. Download the CD today or listen in to the weekly W.O.A Radio Show also available as a podcast on itunes and find out what all the noise is about.
ABOUT W.O.A INTERNATIONAL
Formed in 1998 by World Music star Oliver Sean, W.O.A International – The Music Company 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.
For additional information, please contact:
Irene Sequeira
W.O.A International
+91 (832) 651-2569
Further details about W.O.A International is available at www.woarecords.com
W.O.A International launches W.O.A Radio
W.O.A Radio a one hour weekly syndicated radio show promoting independent artists from the W.O.A International artist roster goes live
Aug 13, 2009 – Goa, India - W.O.A International launches W.O.A Radio, a one hour weekly syndicated radio show that will be broadcast across various radio stations, podcast channels, satellite stations and internet radio stations. The radio show will feature latest releases by W.O.A Records, one on one interviews with artists and news relating to the elite W.O.A Roster of artists and latest Independent music news and updates from the W.O.A International Headquarters in Goa.
W.O.A International releases the second volume of their successful GCZ compilation CD series with percentage of sales pledged towards animal welfare.
Goa, India – Aug 12, 2009 – W.O.A International proudly announces the launch of the second volume in the Goa Chillout Zone Compilation CD collection. With the first volume in this collection going platinum, several songs from the compilation were picked up by labels like Universal music and various film and TV series. This years release comprises of 26 world artists from both the company's record label W.O.A Records as well as unsigned acts. Keeping with the theme and format of volume 1 this compilation also is an eclectic double CD bringing together some of the very best artists in independent music today. Best of all, it's part of an extremely worthwhile cause as is the main theme and idea of the Goa Chillout Zone series – Musicians for Peace and Animal welfare.
"After the success of volume one of the Goa Chillout Zone compilation we decided to increase the push that the compilation series gets from us and our media partners, this compilation was our way of getting together artists for a worthy cause and at the same time promote them on a major level" says Wanda Alvares, Executive Vice President / Head of Marketing "The result of the support and marketing of this album by W.O.A Records worldwide saw several of the Goa Chillout Zone artists being picked up by Universal Music Australia for their World Lounge Cafe series, various TV series and 2 major Feature films. Also we are continuing our plan of giving back to a cause we believe passionately in which is animal welfare. For every CD sold, we will give 10% of the sale to a charity that supports animal welfare."
With the governments in many countries not providing facilities or funding to help stray animals it is a sad state of affairs for all animals. W.O.A International recognizes that it's something that won't be changed overnight, but passionately believe that continued support for this cause will eventually win through.
The Goa Chillout Zone CD Vol. 2 is the second release in the planned five-volume collection. Bringing together the best that W.O.A Records has to offer like Mark Hvilsted and The Wilkins from W.O.A Records, as well as Independent acts like Jamie Holden, Cajita and other top Independent artists.
Artists interested in appearing on Vol.3 are encouraged to submit their songs for submission onto the collection via the W.O.A International site. With 10,000 copies being pressed and distributed to iTunes and Nokia music stores as well as retailers and radio stations worldwide including top clubs at holiday destinations like Ibiza, Goa, etc, it's an excellent opportunity for unsigned artists to be heard by large audiences.
With the Goa Chillout Zone CD Vol.2 set be a huge success like the first volume for both artists and the chosen charity and Vol.3 already in the planning stage, 2009 looks set to be a another milestone year for W.O.A International. Pick up the CD today and find out what all the noise is about.
ABOUT W.O.A INTERNATIONAL
Formed in 1998 by World Music star Oliver Sean, W.O.A International 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.
For additional information, please contact:
Pete Saunders
W.O.A International
+91-9326126670
Further details about W.O.A International is available at www.woarecords.com
Goa, India –Jul 18, 2009 – The W.O.A Management roster boasts of some
of the worlds biggest metal bands including Russian No.1 metal band
ANG, United Kingdom's Metal stars Cypher 16 and now joining this creed
of metal kings is the band Overhate from Venezuela who are breaking
records in South America and are bringing their brand of Trash Metal
to the world for the metal heads to soak in.
"Metal is a genre that isn't as main stream as Hard rock neither is it
a niche genre like fusion or world beat, best of all are the fans of
metal bands which are the kind any musician would die to have" says
Oliver Sean, Founder, W.O.A International. " W.O.A has constantly been
adding top Independent artists from various mainstream genres, sub
genres and niche genres to the artist roster which has reinforced our
company motto of being home to the world's best independent artists
and Overhate falls in that category – the best in its genre in their
country".
W.O.A International's strong infrastructure that includes W.O.A
Records, W.O.A Management, W.O.A Events and W.O.A Media Studios will
allow Overhate to break into this region with a bang and capture the
"metal heads" which is what fans of this genre are liked to be called.
"When we formed in 2003 it was after the ashes of the Venezuelan Band
Mermelada Maker. Our style Evolved into Progressive Thrash Metal with
strong influences of Slayer, Kreator, Exodus, Testament, Megadeth,
Dream Theater, Sepultura amongst others" says Giancarlo Vettor, the
founder of Overhate. "Our fans describe our live act as a very
energetic, dynamic and powerful performance and this is something we
are very proud of"
W.O.A International has scheduled Overhate's music to be released in
India and the Middle East this year and is all set to promote this
breaking band via its vast music industry network to fans across this
region. Stay tuned to the official W.O.A website for further updates
on this artist
ABOUT W.O.A INTERNATIONAL
Formed in 1998 by World Music star Oliver Sean, W.O.A International 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.
For additional information, please contact:
Irene Sequeira
W.O.A International
+91 9326126670
info@woarecords.com
Further details about W.O.A International is available at www.woarecords.com
Goa, India –Jul 14, 2009 – Acoustic pop/rock and easy listening is a
genre everyone loves listening to especially if its by an
Internationally acclaimed singer songwriter performing his music live
in concert. W.O.A International is gearing up to do just that by
bringing W.O.A International's new breaking artist from Canada
'Viceroybill' to India to introduce his classic music that will want
us all wanting more.
"The kind of music that Viceroybill writes is pure, straight from the
heart, easy listening songs that we all listen to and never get enough
of. His songs seem to be classic hits even when you hear them for the
first time" says Wanda Alvares, Executive Vice President and Marketing
Director, W.O.A International. "Signing on this singer/songwriter is
the right move for W.O.A International and shows how we stand true to
our commitment to promote and support the BEST Independent artists
from around the world".
W.O.A International's strong infrastructure that includes W.O.A
Records, W.O.A Management, W.O.A Events and W.O.A Media Studios will
allow Viceroybill to capture hearts and minds of fans that he so
deserves in this region.
"My influences range from Gordon Lightfoot and Jim Croce to Brian
Adams and Bare Naked Ladies which you may or may not hear in my music"
says Singer/Songwriter Viceroybill, "I believe my music is appreciated
by all ages and the last three albums have garnered immense support
from fans and the industry which has me very excited about my new
album that is scheduled for release later this year"
W.O.A International is planning on promoting Viceroybill via its vast
music industry networks and will have the music of this award winning
artist reaching fans across this region very soon. Stay tuned to the
official W.O.A website for further updates on this artist
ABOUT W.O.A INTERNATIONAL
Formed in 1998 by World Music star Oliver Sean, W.O.A International 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.
For additional information, please contact:
Irene Sequeira
W.O.A International
+91 9326126670
info@woarecords.com
Goa, India – Jul 02, 2009 – The W.O.A Artiste and Repertoire team has
always discovered musicians & performers who are different in their
musical styles especially when signing them to the exclusive and
highly sought after roster of the W.O.A International label - W.O.A
Records, This time the W.O.A A&R team has done it again with the
signing of an artist who just cannot be defined by one genre. Record
labels around the world usually frown upon non-Definition of a genre
for an artist's music, however with an artist as versatile as
Demetrius all rules have changed.
"As a performer this artist can hold on to an audience of any size and
this is what the music industry is now grabbing on to – Artists who
can perform and hold on to an audience not just for the duration of a
2 hour performance but hold on to them as fans for years to come" says
Oliver Sean, Founder, W.O.A Records, "with the signing of Demetrius it
is an unprecedented move as he doesn't fit into one specific genre
which is a blessing for venues and event organisers who can use an
artist like Demetrius at various shows and events".
A born entertainer, Demetrius started out at an early age. Even with
various pitfalls early on in life this artist has now emerged as a
fully rounded performer and artist. "I don't want to cater to just one
specific type of fan base" says the entertainer, "I think an album
should be able to carry its worth for all 10 to 15 songs and it
shouldn't be just about singles"
With the International infrastructure that Global Entertainment
Company W.O.A International offers its artists through W.O.A Records,
W.O.A Management, W.O.A Events and W.O.A Media Studios; Demetrius has
all the support he needs now to break into the International music
scene and prove that he truly is an International star that he dreams
of being.
W.O.A Records is all set to do a worldwide release of Demetrius'
latest album titled 'Sumtindifrent'. The artist is also scheduled to
tour India on a promo tour during his music video shoot, which will be
shot in India later this year. Stay tuned to W.O.A Internationals
official website www.woarecords.com for further updates
ABOUT W.O.A INTERNATIONAL
Formed in 1998 by World Music star Oliver Sean, W.O.A International 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.
For additional information, please contact:
Irene Sequeira
W.O.A International
+91 9326126670
info@woarecords.com
- W.O.A News Desk
Goa, India –June 11, 2009 – The W.O.A International roster is probably
one of the world's most diverse list of artists signed to a company
ranging from Rock to World and Pop to Jazz. Now this list gets more
diverse with the signing of the first 'Holy Hip Hop' artist 6th
Trumpet..
"Holy Hip Hop isn't a genre we have signed on before but we think that
6th trumpet was the right act to sign on as the first artist from this
genre to our label" says Wanda Alvares, E.V.P / Head of Marketing
W.O.A International, "This artist is our first step at bringing holy
hip hop to India and we look forward to seeing the reception this
music gets in India".
With the International infrastructure that W.O.A International offers
its artists through W.O.A Records, W.O.A Management, W.O.A Events and
W.O.A Media Studios; 6th Trumpet aka Richard White has all the support
he needs now to break into the International music scene.
"Music is my interpretation of the essence of creation in a spiritual
sense; it is art in nature and a vital element of life that can help
foster peace in one's soul" says 6th Trumpet aka Richard White, "My
Father Richard E White has been the most influential human beings to
me in regards to music. I remember being very young when every night
my father would play the organ, the sound of his music sunk into my
spirit and became something that I loved"
W.O.A International is planning on promoting 6th trumpet via its vast
music industry networks and will have the music of 6th trumpet
reaching fans of this blend of music very soon. Stay tuned to the
official W.O.A website for further updates on this artist
ABOUT W.O.A INTERNATIONAL
Formed in 1998 by World Music star Oliver Sean, W.O.A International 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.
For additional information, please contact:
Irene Sequeira
W.O.A International
+91 9326126670
info@woarecords.com
Further details about W.O.A International is available at www.woarecords.com
Goa, India – June 1, 2009 – With the list of Independent stars growing
on the W.O.A Records roster the company's star list now grows even
larger with the signing of Canada's upcoming country star Kate
Ashby-Craft, Canada's hottest country offering.
"Country music is my favourite genre of music that I love listening to
and when I heard Kate's music I was hooked from the first song
onwards" says Oliver Sean, President/ Founder, W.O.A International,
"she has already been nominated for the 'Best Microphone Award' (Best
Singer) at the King Eagle Music Awards held in Nashville (home of
country music) and we think her music will be well received by the
surprising number of country fans growing Internationally and W.O.A
International is fully geared to take her music to the masses".
Originally from Halifax, Nova Scotia, Kate Ashby-Craft started off as
a classical voice and theatre major in University but wanting to
experience other kinds of music Kate went on the road performing
everything from country and rock to jazz and blues touring Canada and
the U.S.A. Her albums have been well received on various commercial
radio stations in the US and Canada and her vast experience in the
field of music have always brought recognition and accolade to her
compositions and songs.
"My latest CD 'Love Is All There Is' was a concept album and
lyrically all twelve songs explored a different dimension of love.
Musically this album ventured into Jazz/Pop with a Latin/AC/Folk
flavour" says Kate, "This album received rave reviews and has charted
on several college radio charts. In October 2007 this CD was nominated
for 4 Music Awards in the Toronto Exclusive Magazine Awards."
Kate's music is now receiving Commercial radio airplay around the
world and in September 2008 Kate accepted the role of June Carter Cash
in the touring show 'The Legend in Black', a tribute show to the music
of the late Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash. Kate Ashby-Craft has
been seen and heard on various TV and radio shows such as City TV's
"Breakfast Television" and CBC's Ontario Morning and has performed at
such notable venues as the Canadian National Exhibition in Toronto,
Waterloo's Festival Of Lights, Canada Day celebrations in London as
well as the Songwriter's Association Canada's Bluebird North in
Toronto, The Canterbury Folk Festival in Ingersoll and The Stratford
Festival of Canada.
W.O.A International is now gearing up to bring this true blue country
star to India and promote her music on a global level. Stay tuned to
the W.O.A Records website for more information on Kate Ashby-Craft.
ABOUT W.O.A INTERNATIONAL
Formed in 1998 by World Music star Oliver Sean, W.O.A International 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.
For additional information, please contact:
Irene Sequeira
W.O.A International
+91 9326126670
info@woarecords.com
http://www.woarecords.com
Goa, India –May 29, 2009 –The W.O.A Artiste and Repertoire team has
prided itself with the long list of amazing artists it has signed on.
Artists and Bands who strive to reach the top and believe in
themselves enough to go it alone. The W.O.A A&R team has done it again
with the signing of a band that rocks and rolls and keeps it all in
the family – now signed to W.O.A International are the Canadian based
family folk rockers - The Wilkins.
"Bands who have kept it all in the family include bands like the
Coors, The Allman Brothers and a few others and The Wilkins are one
such band that we think are destined to reach great heights" says
Wanda Alvares, Executive Vice President and Marketing Director W.O.A
International, "they have already won the coveted 'Best Folk Artist in
2008 and now are set to break into the International music scene with
W.O.A International's support system backing them in this endeavor".
Blending timeless elements of acoustic folk, pop, rock and a touch of
Celtic music with their magical three part harmonies, veteran rocker
Mark Wilkins (of Photograph fame), folk musician Jan Wilkins, and
their son Julian Wilkins continue this "all in the family tradition"
with their debut album, No Expiry Date.
Their debut album showcases their award winning variety of musical
styles. The high spirited, lyrically clever "Love is Gone," which
began life some years ago as a country song Mark wrote, transforms
easily to a beautifully harmonic acoustic stomp with a Celtic tinge.
"Love is Gone" is featured on the Busta Compilation CD released in
Italy by Midfinger Records and is also to be featured on the world
famous Goa Chillout Zone Volume 2 Compilation CD which is a W.O.A
Records property and release.
Mark Wilkins, is known among the rock and roll scene for his past
involvement in the Ontario based band, Photograph. " After being
discovered by Tom Cochran of Red Rider, Photograph signed to Capitol
Record and went on to produce hits like 'Last Dance' and 'Blow Away',
we toured with numerous national acts including April Wine and Blue
Rodeo in addition to working with future legendary U2 producer Daniel
Lanois" says Mark Wilkins, Leader of The Wilkins, "This experience
with photgraph and the years I have spent in the music business has
helped 'The Wilkins' reach where we are today".
W.O.A Records is all set to feature The Wilkins in their upcoming
releases and International tours. Stay tuned to the WOA Records
website for more information on this band that is set to rock India.
ABOUT W.O.A INTERNATIONAL
Formed in 1998 by World Music star Oliver Sean, W.O.A International 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 News Desk
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