Monday, October 22, 2012

Bangalore Mirror article on MTV EMA Nominee Oliver Sean

Oliver Sean Grammy Nomination List Inclusion Article by Prashanth Vidyasagar on Bangalore Mirror (Times of India) today. Read the full article online here http://epaper.timesofindia.com/Default/Scripting/ArticleWin.asp?From=Archive&Source=Page&Skin=MIRRORNEW&BaseHref=BGMIR%2F2012%2F10%2F22&PageLabel=20&EntityId=Ar02001&ViewMode=HTML

His singleAll I Remember was launched in the US during his tour last month and has been selected by the Recording Academy for the 55th Grammy Awards Nomination List along  with two of his other videos. A Grammy-voting member himself, Oliver tells us about the criteria, the process and more. 

What is the criterion for the selection process? 
The nomination list is decided by the Recording Academy directly. This is why this means so much to me. Labels around the world send in their best releases to the academy and a panel of the recording academy chooses the 'Exceptional Recordings of the Year' in various categories and they decide which categories the recordings best fit in. So if you send a song as world music and if the academy likes it but thinks that it fits better in pop then you would be placed there or in whatever categories they think the song fits in. 

Could you explain what exactly this process means and could lead to? 
The recordings that the academy thinks are the best of the year will now be sent to the 11,000 Grammy award voting members from around the world. Voting members are experts in various fields like 'vocals, instrumental, composition, production etc'. The voting members now listen to the recordings based purely on quality of the various parts of the song/ works and they vote on their favourites from the lists of the various categories. This then gives us the final top five nominees every December that you get to see on TV before the main award ceremony. 

This is not the first time you are getting selected, right? 
That's correct; I was selected in nine categories for 15 nominations last year mainly because it was a full-length album with several recordings that were selected by the academy including my VH1 top 10 hit 'movies' etc. 

We hear you are working on a music video for All I Remember. How is that going? 
Oh yes, the video for All I Remember is going to rock because we have some amazing footage from my US tour of my headlining shows at Cafe Wha in New York (the same stage where Jimi Hendrix played) and my headlining performance at the Whiskey A Go-go in LA (where the Doors played) :). So, we have some fantastic stuff from the US tour and I'm in preproduction now for the India part of the video that will be in the video. I can't wait to release this one. 

International Artist & MTV Europe Music Awards Nominee Oliver Sean has been selected for the 55th Grammy Awards Nomination List.  http://www.oliversean.com 

— Prashanth Vidyasagar

WOA TV Specials: Oliver Sean US Tour 2012 Sneak Peak



A sneak peek into the upcoming Oliver Sean LIVE IN THE USA DVD & W.O.A TV Specials on WOA Tv

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Friday, October 19, 2012

55th Grammy Awards Nomination List Finalist - 'All I Remember'

Oliver Sean's new single 'All I Remember' selected as part of the 2012 exceptional recordings finalized for  the 55th Grammy Nomination List in Song of the Year, Best Rock Song and Best Rock Performance. Listen to the Oliver Sean hit here:

All I Remember - The New Single by Oliver Sean

Oliver Sean is signed to W.O.A Records

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Monday, October 08, 2012

Oliver Sean Best Worldwide Act Nominee - MTV EMA 2012



Please vote for Oliver Sean for the MTV EMA today at http://in.mtvema.com/artists/oliver-sean

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Oliver Sean - So Good (Music Video Worldwide Premiere)

Take a look at Oliver Sean's video on YouTube nominated for Best Worldwide Act for the MTV EMA's 2012. Please vote at http://in.mtvema.com/artists/oliver-sean

http://youtu.be/HBgTpEP9aeQ


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Friday, September 21, 2012

Oliver Sean nominated for MTV Europe Music Awards 2012

International W.O.A Records artist Oliver Sean bags worldwide act nomination for MTV EMA 2012

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 


W.O.A International (Press Release) - Sep 21, 2012 - Oliver Sean has been nominated as Best Worldwide Act (India /Middle East/ Africa Region) for the 2012 MTV European Music Awards (EMA).

 

The past year has seen Oliver Sean bag several accolades for his 'So Good' album, including a Vh1 India Top 10 spot and a no.2 chart position in the region. Sean Is currently on his 'So Good' US Tour to promote the So Good album and his latest single 'All I Remember' . This MTV EMA Nomination is the culmination of all the hard work and dedication the singer/songwriter has put into the So Good project which is the artist's third independently produced studio album.

 

World Wide Act category, celebrates diversity and the breadth of all the music that MTV has to offer by nominating incredible artists from all corners of the world. Fans will be able to vote for an artist/group within five different regions of Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Africa/India/Middle East and Europe. The nominee from each region with the most votes, will then battle for the 'World Wide Act' win at the MTV EMA's on November 2012 in Frankfurt

 

Oliver Sean joins this years musically diverse crew of nominees include familiar faces as well as newcomers. Rihanna scored the most nods with 6, followed closely by Taylor Swift with 5. EMA faves Justin Bieber and Katy Perry have 4 each. And last year's big winner Lady Gaga competes for three along with first-time EMA nominees Carly Rae Jepsen, fun., Lana Del Rey and Nicki Minaj, as well as past EMA performers Jay-Z and Kanye West. Oliver Sean joins this fantastic list of nominees.

 

The show will air exclusively on Vh1 India this November 2012 direct from Frankfurt Germany.

 

To vote for Oliver Sean visit the official MTV EMA Website at http://in.mtvema.com/artists/oliver-sean


Monday, September 10, 2012

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Monday, August 27, 2012

Oliver Sean LIVE in New York @ Cafe Wha?

"Hi my friends, if you are in the New York area or have friends in the New York area - please join me on the 27th of September at the legendary Cafe Wha? at 8PM. And for all my fans coming in to the gig, the entrance between 8PM and 8:30 PM is only 5 (Five) USD - so no excuses :-) I wanna see you all there!!! - Love, Oliver"

Click here to confirm your attendance: http://www.facebook.com/events/274959929286632/

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Catch Oliver Sean on the 27th of September at the historic Cafe Wha? in Greenwich Village NEW YORK! 

Part of the Official Oliver Sean US Tour, the Cafe Wha? show is one of the main tour venues Oliver Sean is most excited to play at. Cafe Wha? has hosted performers like Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen and Jimi hendrix.

Oliver Starts his performance at 8:15 PM so please come in by 8:00 PM to enjoy an awesome Oliver Sean intimate gig.

The entrance for the Cafe Wha? show for all Oliver Sean fans coming in by 8PM and before 8:30 PM is only 5 USD and you can get your tickets at the venue directly.

Request you to click on the ATTENDING button here so we know who to expect at the gig from our facebook friendlist.

Please share this event with any of your friends in and around the New York Area. it will be a big help.

Thanks and see you at CAFE WHA? on the 27th of September! 

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Oliver Sean LIVE @ The Whiskey A Go-Go - Los Angeles

"Hi my friends - please click on 'ATTENDING' if you guys can make it - its just 10 USD especially for Oliver Sean fans. Those who cant come can still click ATTENDING and pledge to buy the OLIVER SEAN LIVE @ The WHISKEY DVD for 25 USD!, which is a 3 cam production of the live show in Hollywood. So please support this my friends... Yes yes everyone can get the pirated DVD and CDs and everything else - but actually buying the original DVD ALSO gets you a specially signed DVD and a signed photo that no one els
e gets and a ticket to the show :-) - So no matter where you are you can still click attending and get the DVD and tickets to give to your friends. PLEASE SHARE xx" - Oliver Sean

Click here to confirm your attendance: http://www.facebook.com/events/347896268632105/

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This show is part of the much talked about Oliver Sean US Tour! 

Catch the singer/songwriter as he performs live at LA's world famous Whiskey A Go-Go club on Sunset Strip in Hollywood. 

Oliver Sean fans who confirm 'ATTENDING' on the guest list here get the special invite @10 USD only as a special ticket to watch the 30th September Oliver Sean Live @ Whiskey gig

We are also offering anyone who buys 5 tickets or more - 1 ticket FREE! So please do confirm your guest list inclusion ASAP as we have only 30 guestlist entries left.

If you go straight to the venue without confirming your guest list, the entry fee is more than 3 times the price and also we'd be super sad if we don't have you on our guest list and you won't get to CHILL with Oliver Sean and have a beer with him :(. .... ;) 

SPECIAL NOTE!!!: We will also have a VIP guest list where the entry is 25 USD - those who go for the 25 USD tickets will get a Ticket free AND a DVD of 'OLIVER SEAN LIVE AT WHISKEY' - A special DVD of the concert which is being filmed at this show. The DVD will be shipped to you at no extra charge. 

So show us the support and confirm your guest list entry guys. AND if you are right in the front cheering Oliver Sean you must might be seen on the OLIVER SEAN LIVE @ WHISKEY DVD

So if you want to confirm your name on the guest list JUST CLICK on 'ATTENDING' and we will send you the link where you can pay the 10USD OR 25 USD (with free DVD & extra ticket of the show). Also remember if you confirm 5 tickets you will get 1 ticket free. 

AND if you cannot make it to the show you can still pledge to buy the DVD of the concert for 25 USD and get the DVD sent to you and a special photo signed by Oliver Sean and a ticket as a souvenier that you can keep or give a friend in the US who can make it to the show. SO PLEASE CLICK ATTEND and support Oliver Sean LIVE in Hollywood @ the World Famous Whiskey A Go-Go. 

Remember - you can support the show and click attend even if you cant make it - you can just pledge to buy the DVD for 25 bucks. So please ATTEND and show the love :-) 

See you at The Whiskey! 

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"Hi guys - here is the link to pay for 'THE WHISKEY GUEST LIST (10 USD)' and/or 'THE WHISKEY VIP LIST - DVD PLEDGE (25 USD)' - just click on the WHISKEY POSTER on the site http://www.oliversean.com/ - If you cant access please message us here. THANK YOU TO ALL WHO HAVE SUPPORTED THIS." - Oliver Sean


Oliver Sean LIVE in New York @ Cafe Wha?

"Hi my friends, if you are in the New York area or have friends in the New York area - please join me on the 27th of September at the legendary Cafe Wha? at 8PM. And for all my fans coming in to the gig, the entrance between 8PM and 8:30 PM is only 5 (Five) USD - so no excuses :-) I wanna see you all there!!! - Love, Oliver"

Click here to confirm your attendance: http://www.facebook.com/events/274959929286632/

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Catch Oliver Sean on the 27th of September at the historic Cafe Wha? in Greenwich Village NEW YORK! 

Part of the Official Oliver Sean US Tour, the Cafe Wha? show is one of the main tour venues Oliver Sean is most excited to play at. Cafe Wha? has hosted performers like Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen and Jimi hendrix.

Oliver Starts his performance at 8:15 PM so please come in by 8:00 PM to enjoy an awesome Oliver Sean intimate gig.

The entrance for the Cafe Wha? show for all Oliver Sean fans coming in by 8PM and before 8:30 PM is only 5 USD and you can get your tickets at the venue directly.

Request you to click on the ATTENDING button here so we know who to expect at the gig from our facebook friendlist.

Please share this event with any of your friends in and around the New York Area. it will be a big help.

Thanks and see you at CAFE WHA? on the 27th of September! 

http://www.oliversean.com/
http://www.cafewha.com/ 

Sunday, August 19, 2012

Oliver Sean US Tour gig update.

Oliver Sean LIVE at Freddy's on 5th Avenue, New York on the 21st of September. Don't miss this!



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Wednesday, August 15, 2012

'All I Remember - The New Single by Oliver Sean' hits over 6000 listens

Oliver Sean's brand new single was released to radio and media on the 11th of August.

Less than 4 days since the single was put up on Online sites for streaming it hits over 6000 listens on SoundCloud.
http://soundcloud.com/woarecords/all-i-remember

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Saturday, August 11, 2012

Oliver Sean's 'All I Remember' on iTunes - 11th August 2012

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Friday, August 10, 2012

All I Remember - The New Single by Oliver Sean

All I Remember - The New Single by Oliver Sean

Listen to the brand new Oliver Sean single released worldwide to radio & media today to announce the singer's US Tour this September.

Oliver Sean launches East Coast Tour with New Single


*** FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ***

 

 

OLIVER SEAN LAUNCHES EAST COAST TOUR WITH NEW SINGLE

"All I Remember" Brings Platinum-Selling International Artist to the U.S.

 

Aug. 11, 2012 – Today, internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter Oliver Sean released his latest single "All I Remember" on radio stations worldwide and online. The new song features Sean's distinctive style of percussive rock laced with heavy licks and earnest lyrics. Coming on the heels of the platinum selling single "So Good," this latest track also sets the stage for Sean's first U.S. tour beginning Sept. 15.

 

"All I Remember" combines Oliver Sean's unique voice with a blended style of rock, driven by his rich heritage. Sean attributes his cultural legacy to time spent in Goa (India), Dubai and London, and the music he heard in those diverse cities. He also is a big fan of American music, and many of his songs carry a hint of down-home strum, which should appeal to U.S. audiences.

 

Over the last ten years, Sean has ascended from local performer in Goa to international rock phenom, playing tours across Europe, Asia and the Middle East, including stops in London, Dubai and other major cities. His debut album "I Like It" (2002) was nominated for AV Max International Album of the Year along with albums by John Mayer, Third Eye Blind, Kylie Minogue and Robbie Williams. Oliver Sean's single "So Good" reached the No. 2 spot on International Charts (Asia/Middle East) earlier this year, and his single "Movies" reached the Top 10 charts of Vh1's International channel, placing Sean alongside artists such as Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars and Pitbull. In June, he received his own feature spot on Vh1 Specials, a program that highlights prominent and upcoming artists. His rise led Sun magazine to label Oliver Sean "Independent music's hottest international offering."

 

Sean hopes to build on his international prestige with his first U.S. tour, which includes shows in the tri-state area and is part of a larger international tour that includes dates in Europe, Australia, Asia and the Middle East. Among U.S. stops is a Sept. 26 radio interview and live acoustic performance on WRCN 103.9 FM's "Morning Drive Show" in New York. The following evening, Oliver Sean will play a concert at the renowned Cafe Wha? (115 Macdougal St., NY), which claims to have launched the careers of legendary artists such as Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, Bruce Springsteen and Joni Mitchell. Additional shows and festivals in the U.S. and Canada are planned for 2013.

 

Several qualities of Oliver Sean's success that Americans will appreciate are his hard work, independent spirit and varied interests. The only child of a single mother, Sean acknowledges her as the source of his work ethic. "It's because of her that I got to where I am," he said. "She showed me it's possible to overcome any difficulty and do what matters most to you." The singer dedicated "Alone," the third single off his album So Good, to his mother because of its message about the strength and perseverance of single mothers. The music video for "Alone" has appeared on Vh1's Hit Factory and elsewhere.

 

In addition to writing and composing all of his own music, Sean has produced and directed music videos for himself and other international artists. In 1998, at a young age he created his own label, W.O.A. International, to promote fresh and established international musicians like himself. Twelve years later, W.O.A International is one of the largest Indie record labels in Asia and the Middle East that help promote independent talent. Sean's film endeavors include a soundtrack for a popular international film, and he is currently working on a documentary about the importance of protecting endangered tigers, based on the book Once Upon a Time by Wanda Alvares. The singer-songwriter also has an MBA from American University in Dubai.

 

"All I Remember" can be heard starting today on radio stations around the world. It also is available on iTunes and as a special download for members of the Oliver Sean Fan Club.

 

To learn more about Oliver Sean and see his current tour schedule, visit www.oliversean.com or follow him on Twitter (@oliversean) or Facebook (www.facebook.com/oliverseanband).

 

 

ABOUT OLIVER SEAN

 

Oliver Sean is an internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter, director and producer. His songs have reached top spots on International music charts (Asia) and Vh1 Top 10 lists, and he has been called "Independent music's hottest international offering" by Sun magazine. Sean also has an MBA from American University in Dubai, and he is the founder of W.O.A. International, a global entertainment company. His latest single is "All I Remember," and he is currently touring in the U.S., Europe, Australia, Asia and the Middle East. He can be found online at www.oliversean.com.

 

 

ABOUT W.O.A. RECORDS AND W.O.A. INTERNATIONAL

 

W.O.A. Records is an international record label and is part of the W.O.A. International media group. Formed in 1998 by internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter Oliver Sean, W.O.A. International is a global entertainment company that continues to pioneer music in India and the Middle East, and is now synonymous with the region. W.O.A. International opens up new possibilities for both fresh and established artists, and the company holds the reputation as the premier solution for independent artists who want a truly international presence. Their website is www.woarecords.com.

 

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For additional information or to schedule and interview with Oliver Sean, please contact Irene Sequeira of W.O.A. International at +1 303.397.6425 (U.S.) / +91 932.612.6670 (India) / +97150-3569062 (Dubai), or send an email to info@woarecords.com.

Monday, July 30, 2012

Love song - Jade Steel (Worldwide Music Video premiere - W.O.A Records)



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Jade Steel’s Hot Music Video Global Release on W.O.A Records

Jade Steel's Love Song is the highly anticipated music video featuring the American singer in a hot and sexy music video shot during the Singer's tour of India.

 

W.O.A International (Press Release) – 31st July 2012 – American singer Jade Steel has dabbled in so many styles and genres of music that he is as comfortable performing Metal and Rock as he is when he does Pop and Reggae! And now this versatile singer introduces his new reggae single 'Love Song'  with a music video shot for the single during his tour of India, when he was one of the headlining performers on the Annual W.O.A Records India Tour last year. The music video releases worldwide on 31st of  July as a web preview on major sites, including Vh1India.com, youtube, WOAFilms.com and WOARecords.com. The TV edit of the music video 'Love Song' is scheduled for release on Vh1 India and various other major networks within the next few weeks.

 

The music video for 'Love Song' shows Jade Steel in his element across various parts of India and also features the singer with the people and sights of India and of course a Jade Steel video cannot be without beautiful models, making this quirky video a fun watch for Jade Steel fans around the world.

 

"FUN that's how I'd describe Jade's video in one word" says the Music Video Director & Founder of W.O.A International Oliver Sean, "filming this video was really a fun time for the entire production team because everyone was in a great mood, the song was really good and the hot models around us just made it all easier"

 

Jade Steel's new album 'Children of Humboldt' which has won much critical acclaim in the US is now available in India on W.O.A Records and will soon be available as a mobile phone caller tune download along with several other new W.O.A Records releases across India, the Middle East and various other regions.

 

W.O.A Films, is promoting this video along with the other 4 music videos of the India Tour artists, with major support from its television partners, venue partners and online.

 

Presenting the hot new music video by Jade Steel http://youtu.be/Kl0doIcUe0o 

 

- W.O.A Records News Desk

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So Naïve Releases Globally on Major Television Networks


Eric Dulle's brand new music video 'So Naïve' worldwide premiere on W.O.A Records.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

W.O.A International (Press Release) - Jul 27, 2012 - 
French Pop Star Eric Dulle launches his brand new music video 'So Naïve' which is the title track to his top selling album. The music video premieres globally on 28th July as a web preview on major sites, including Vh1India.com, youtube, WOAFilms.com and WOARecords.com. The TV edit of the music video 'So Naive' is scheduled for release on Vh1 India and various other major networks within the next few weeks.

'So Naive' was produced and directed by Oliver Sean and shot entirely across the beautiful city of Goa in India by W.O.A Films during Eric Dulle's tour of this region. The artist was one of the headlining artist's on the 4th Annual W.O.A Records India Tour in 2011. Being a showman and a virtuoso on the saxophone, Eric Dulle captured the hearts of fans and media alike during his performances across Goa, New Delhi, Hyderabad and other cities. Eric's fans in India, France and from around the world have been waiting for the music video 'So Naïve' to be released, as it was announced on the tour last year, making it one of the highly anticipated music video releases on W.O.A Records for 2012.

"We had one day to shoot this video and were driving around literally across Goa in my Jeep with Eric and my cinematographer and the production team following us in another car" says Oliver Sean, Music Video Director and Founder of W.O.A International, "I had also performed at the W.O.A International Music Festival in 2011, and Eric Dulle and I had done a jam on stage and connected as musicians, so shooting his video was a pleasure because we completely understood each other and what our goal was for the music video - simple but fun "

W.O.A Films is promoting this video along with the other 4 music videos of the India Tour artists, with major support from its television partners . Eric Dulle's 'So Naïve' is available at major stores across India via the W.O.A Records new music catalogue, France, the US, Europe and major online stores. 

Presenting the much anticipated music video by Eric Dulle – SO NAÏVE  http://youtu.be/dxm8LhJBDaI

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ABOUT W.O.A INTERNATIONAL:

W.O.A Records is an international record label, and it is part of the W.O.A International media group. 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 the Middle East 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

Thursday, July 26, 2012

Matthias Sturm - Homesick (Worldwide Music Video Premiere)


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Tuesday, July 24, 2012

W.O.A Records premieres the thought provoking music video by IMA Nominee Matthias Sturm

German singer/songwriter Matthias Sturm's brand new music video 'Homesick' premieres worldwide

 

Goa, India – 24th July 2012 – German singer/songwriter Matthias Sturm premieres his brand new music video 'Homesick', with a web preview of the music video on major portals on 24th July, including Youtube, Vh1India.com, WOAFilms.com and WOARecords.com. The TV edit of the music video 'Homesick' is scheduled for release on Vh1 India and various other major networks within the next few weeks.

 

The music video 'Homesick' was filmed exclusively on the beaches of Goa during the W.O.A records India Tour last year. The singer/songwriter was one of the headlining acts of the WOA Records India Tour 2011. After capturing the minds and hearts of  thousands of fans across Goa, Delhi and Hyderabad in 2011 Matthias Sturm is now all set to capture the world with his thought provoking new music video for the song 'Homesick', which is from his critically acclaimed album 'Blood & Thunder'.

 

"This music video was interesting to make to say the least and most of the ideas of the video and even the storyboarding was done by the artist himself'" says Oliver Sean, Founder & President of W.O.A International and also the Music Video Director of 'Homesick', "as a songwriter myself I am quite a fan of Matthias Sturms' songwriting and as a film maker I had a fun time making this music video"

 

W.O.A Films, the producers of the music video, are going all out to promote this music video across major networks and retail outlets worldwide. Matthias Sturm's album 'Blood & Thunder (The Wishbone Sessions)' is available at major stores across India via the W.O.A Records new music catalogue, Australia, the US, Europe and major online stores.

 

Presenting the hot new music video by Matthias Sturm – Homesick http://youtu.be/SgtFWisuwAM

 

- W.O.A Records News Desk

Sunday, July 22, 2012

Kotadama - Dichotomy (Music Video World Premiere)



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Dichotomy by Kotadama (W.O.A Records Music Video Premiere)



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Kotadama's Brand New Music Video 'Dichotomy' Global Premiere

Australian Rockers 'Kotadama' premiere their brand new music video.

Goa, India - 22nd July 2012 - Kotadama, the Australian Rockers release their brand new music video 'Dichotomy' today with the online version of the music video launched online today and the TV edit of the music video, which consists of a different cut and exclusive footage, releasing on Vh1 and other major networks within the next few weeks.

Dichotomy was shot in Goa, India when the Australian heart-throbs were on tour during the 4th Annual W.O.A Records India Tour. With the fantastic success of the tour and gaining a huge fan following in India the band is excited to have this music video which was shot in India, releasing worldwide. 

"This music video catches the raw energy of the band while at the same time subtly portrays the idea and concept behind Kotadama's song 'Dichotomy'" says International musician Oliver Sean, who Directed this music video "as a film maker I am really excited about this music video and how it turned out because it is a music video in its purest form with the focus purely on the song and the artist and less on gimmicks and special effects"

W.O.A Films, the producers of the music video, are going all out to promote this music video across major networks and retail outlets worldwide. Kotadama's album 'Dochotomy is available at major stores across India via the W.O.A Records new music catalogue , Australia, the US, Europe and major online stores.

Kotadama fans worldwide have been eagerly waiting for this highly anticipated music video by their idols and their wait is finally over. Presenting Kotadama's Brand New Music Video 'DICHOTOMY'! Watch the world wide premiere of Dichotomy online at http://youtu.be/Dv4XeVewyb8
- W.O.A Records News Desk


Thursday, July 19, 2012

WOAFM99 - Proud to be Indie

WOAFM99 - A weekly syndicated W.O.A radio Show relaunching this September

After the exciting news about WOA TV launching this september we now have some more awesome news to add to the W.O.A International world. Introducing 'WOAFM99 - Proud to be Indie!' a weekly syndicated W.O.A Radio Show also launching in September across various FM networks including in Goa. Stay tuned to http://www.woafm99.com/for more of this EXCITING news.

WOAFM99 – Relaunching September 2012

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WOAFM99 - PROUD TO BE INDIE

WOAFM99 IS A WEEKLY W.O.A RADIO SHOW RELAUNCHING THIS SEPTEMBER 2012

The Syndicated W.O.A Radio Show 'WOAFM99' is being relaunched this September. The W.O.A Radio Show 'WOAFM99 – Proud To Be Indie' is a 1 hour Independent music radio show hosted by W.O.A International Founder Oliver Sean. The show gets broadcast on Major FM Networks and this September the show starts off with a weekly 1 hour show on AIR 105.4 FM in Goa India every week (additional FM networks to be added).

All genres are accepted as long as you are INDEPENDENT & PROUD TO BE INDIE!

The show will also get International airplay via various W.O.A Records partner stations and the W.O.A Online Radio Station including National Public Radio & iTunes podcasts.

Artists can get their song on the radio show WOAFM99  by submitting officially via the W.O.A Submissions program HERE. 

If your song is selected you get your song on commercial FM networks via the weekly W.O.A Radio Show WOAFM99 for free. There are no other charges to be included in the W.O.A Weekly Syndicated Radio Show WOAFM99 aside from the standard 10 USD submission process.

For more details please log on to http://www.woarecords.com or contact us via email at info@woarecords.com

- The W.O.A Radio Team

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Monday, July 16, 2012

WOA Records to release Five highly anticipated International Music Videos Worldwide this July

WOA Records in association with W.O.A Films is all set to premiere five brand new music videos, filmed in India, of their International artists from Australia, Germany, France, USA and Goa.

Panjim, Goa - July 16, 2012 - WOA Records, the largest International Independent music label in Asia has the industry buzzing with excitement over the upcoming launch of 5 International music videos this month. The 5 artists whose music videos are being launched through July and August across major music channels and online were all part of the last WOA Records India Tour that took place across Goa and India in 2011. These International artists have been steadily gaining the support of fans and impressing critics from all over. The new music videos, which have been Produced by W.O.A Films and Directed by Musician and Filmmaker Oliver Sean, is the culmination of these artists and their India Journey and success in this region, with WOA Records and W.O.A International The Music Co.

The artist's whose music videos are being launched this month on WOA Records are 'Kotadama' The Australian band that has created waves around Australia, India and the US with their new album Dichotomy. Their performances across India during the WOA Records India Tour was hugely appreciated by the fans and the media and they now have an impressive fan following in this region. Their music video 'Dichotomy', was filmed in Goa by WOA Films, during their WOA Records India Tour. The music video shows the band in a never before seen setup performing across the most amazing locations in Goa, India as they perform their fantastic song 'Dichotomy'.

Matthias Sturm, the German singer/songwriter's song 'Homesick' is the music video which is also part of the impressive list of music videos launching on WOA Records. A music video that will make the viewer think about the song and decipher the various meanings behind this thought provoking song by an artist who has been recently nominated for an IMA. Matthias Sturm will also be performing across Dubai in the Matthias Sturm Dubai Tour organised and conceptualised byWOA Records and W.O.A International The Music Co.

The third music video releasing on WOA Records is 'So Naive' a quirky, fun loving song and music video by an equally fun loving Pop act Eric Dulle from France. A real live wire on stage who set the stage on fire at every performance during the WOA Records India Tour last year. Eric Dulle's fan following has steadily grown with every performance during the 2011 WOA Records India Tour and the various European tours and TV shows he has appeared on in Europe and now in India. The pop artist who is a saxophone virtuoso will also be performing in Dubai this year.

The 4th music video in line for release is San Francisco native Jade Steel's track 'Just a Love Song', the artist took India by storm at the W.O.A International music festival in Goa and the various concerts in New Delhi and Hyderabad during the WOA Records India Tour in 2011. The song shows the American reggae star across some of the most beautiful beaches across Goa along with hot International models that were part of the Jade Steel music video.

The 5th music video in line for release as part of WOA Records ad W.O. films' top 5 video releases line up is a song called 'Hypnotized' by Goan singer 'Garfield Oliveira'. This will be the artist's first original International single and music video release. Many might know Garfield Oliveira as the Bass player from The Oliver Sean Band and his appearances on various Oliver Sean International music videos and Television Concerts and specials since the past 15 years . 'Hypnotized' will also be releasing globally as a single on itunes, amazon and various other outlets around the world. The music video and song will mark a new chapter in Garfield Oliveira's musical 

Each of these artists and their music videos are catchy, candid tunes that carry a unique, fresh quality that sets each of these amazing artists apart, showcasing their unique musical talent, be it strong vocal skills, great abilities as performers, to fantastic songwriting and great compositions.

Having so much potential and talent, there is no doubt that these 5 artists are on the fast-track to lasting success. Be sure to check out the new music videos for Kotadama, Eric Dulle, Matthias Sturm, Jade Steel and Garfield Oliveira on Vh1 India, 9XO, SS Music and various other channels all through July, August and September. The music videos will also be released for first preview on the WOA Records Official YouTube channel at www.woarecords.com 

The music video release schedules for YouTube preview:

  • July 21st: Kotadama - Dichotomy
  • July 24th: Matthias Sturm - Homesick
  • July 28th: Eric Dulle - So Naive
  • July 31st: Jade Steel - Just a love song
  • August 4th: Garfield Oliveira - Hypnotised

Stay tuned to this site for more details on Television schedules including specials on these artists on WOA TV.

ABOUT W.O.A INTERNATIONAL: 

WOA Records is an International Record Label, and it is part of the W.O.A International media group. 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 the Middle East 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.

Oliver Sean Rockumentary on TGIRF this Friday 20th July - WOA Records



 Catch the special Oliver Sean Rockumentary on ArtistAloud's TGIRF this Friday the 20th of July 2012. #Oliver_Sean #WOA_RECORDS

-WOA Records News Desk

Friday, July 13, 2012

WOA RECORDS INDIA TOUR COVERAGE 2008 - 2009

A few pics from hundreds of pictures that we liked. Hope you enjoy.

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- WOA RECORDS News Desk

Tuesday, July 10, 2012

IMPORTANT UPDATE FROM W.O.A INTERNATIONAL


A blog post about how W.O.A Records weeded out 3 con men named ‘Xiren, Mana3 and Dave J’ who tried to dupe the company in 2008 and attacked other W.O.A Artists and W.O.A Employees during the 2008 tour. This post is to make our W.O.A Artists aware of these people who are now spreading vicious stories on the net about W.O.A Records and its Founders. 

W.O.A Records is now in its 5th year of organizing the highly publicized and sought after WOA Records India Tour & Festival.  This is the story of how 3 people tried to ruin it for all Independent artists but failed miserably, while W.O.A Records & its artists have gone on to capture the hearts of fans and media across the region since then.

Goa - 10th July 2012 - We have noticed that there are a couple of artists who were associated with us in 2008 who are putting up terrible lies about WOA Records on their blogs. These artists have either been removed from the 2008 tour 5 years ago or artists who we ended recording contracts with due to them breaching their contracts. 

Their rants about W.O.A International are mainly due to their frustration of being removed from our label roster or tour and are disgruntled people who are trying to tarnish the good name of W.O.A International. This is also probably due to the fact that these artists have been blacklisted by our company with all our partners, which include the major labels and top media & press. This has frustrated these artists even more and has led to them writing terrible things about our Company which are absurd and utter lies. The disgusting language used by these people on their rants are proof enough that these people are nothing but disgruntled individuals who have nothing better to do with their time than to blame ‘The Big Bad Record Label’ for them failing as artists.

These people have gone on to state that our company is bad and we have cheated them etc etc. Most immature for grown men and women to be doing this :-) . There is absolutely no basis to the things they say and the WOA RECORDS INDIA TOUR now reaching its 5th year and being supported by the Government of India and major companies like Vh1 and Times Of India is a statement to how successful the India Tour is now. There is not a single artist from our tour (aside from 4 artists from the 2008 tour) who have anything bad to say about our company. Each and every artist who has been on the India Tour from 2008 till 2011 has had nothing but the best of things to say about W.O.A International and WOA Records till date. See our testimonials and check each of these artists’ official websites to see how much W.O.A International has supported these artists and how these artists talk favorably about W.O.A International / WOA Records and Oliver Sean - The Founder of W.O.A International.

The India Tour organized by WOA Records is now in its 5th year! Every artist who has been on our tour from 2008 till 2011 has had great success in these regions due to their association with W.O.A Records and the support they always have from our company and each and every employee of W.O.A International who has the utmost respect for serious Independent artists. WOA Records always delivers more than what is promised to our artists as this is our company motto, however we have a no tolerance policy towards artists who think they can dupe the company and breach contracts - No record label in the world will tolerate an artist breaching their contracts and duping the company blatantly - W.O.A International has had a lot of patience with some of these artists who we have eventually removed from our roster and finally taken the call to terminate their deals with WOA Records. 

The artists removed from our record label and/or Tour in 2008 were artists who breached the tour contracts and/or their recording/management contracts in such a severe manner that any other Company would have imposed the wrath of their legal division on them. We however just ended their contracts and told them that their contracts are cancelled. However these artists have tried to spoil the name of our company and our founder Oliver Sean as he is a public figure, and they have taken a personal vendetta against  Oliver Sean and WOA Records, which goes to prove that these artists were never ready to be on professional tours and recording contracts in the first place. 

The artists who were removed from the W.O.A India Tour 2008 were: Xiren, DaveJ, Mana3 and Cuca Moreno. Till date Xiren and Mana3 artists owe our company and the hotels they were put up in, over 75000 Indian Rupees each. There are also police cases filed against Xiren and Mana3 for their pending bills by the hotels, these police cases were filed by the hotel management directly as these artists absconded in the middle of the night and left major unpaid room service bills and didn’t check out of the hotels. W.O.A Records always arranges 4 and 5 star hotels for our artists when on tour for free including breakfast and meals on the days of the concerts. These artists ordered room service, alcohol  and extravagant meals and wound up with huge bills that we had told them clearly in their contracts that they will be liable for directly with the hotel. We don’t think there is anything more disgusting and immoral then an artist doing this and being called a thief by our hospitality partners.

These artists also breached their tour agreements by refusing to perform at some venues because the venue was ‘TOO SMALL’ for them to perform at - some of these venues were world famous jazz clubs and live music clubs like Jazz by the Bay - shows that were publicized via TV Ads, Radio Ads, Newspaper Ads and Billboards across the country. One of these artists Dave J even had the audacity to perform at another show that was not part of the tour and then ask W.O.A Records to PAY for his travel to and fro that show and cover his accommodation and meals. Not only did he breach his contract and dupe our company, he was holding WOA Records responsible for his taxi’s, accommodation and food on the day that he was performing for a show that was NOT even part of the W.O.A Records India Tour and openly doing it and challenging all of our employees saying "Your contract is not valid so whatever I agreed to and SIGNED on paper cannot hold up to a court of law so I will do whatever I please", sadly for him the contract was very much valid and he had to run out of the country and we haven't seen him since and only were made aware by our artists about some of his & the other 2 con men's blog posts which actually make no sense whatsoever :-)

These artists also didn’t want to travel via the luxury Air Conditioned buses provided for them to travel between some of the cities because they said they were ‘WORLD FAMOUS STARS’ and they refuse to travel by buses (equivalent to Greyhound bus service in the US). Every other artist who has performed at the India Tour from 2008 till 2011 has travelled by these buses and flights and trains with no complaints. THIS is a tour to promote International Independent music in a country that has never heard of your music. WOA Records is promoting Indies and building their brand image in this region unlike any other Company in the world!. If you are a WORLD FAMOUS STAR - WHY come on this tour in the first place??? Right? :-)

These artists also didn’t have the decency to appreciate the fact that Oliver Sean personally gave them access to his recording studio to rehearse, when 2 back to back shows got cancelled due to elections in that particular city during the 2008 tour. Not only did these artists use his recording studio, but they went on make racist comments to several of the WOA Records Employees - which we take PERSONALLY! 

Besides all of this unfathomable behavior, these artists continue to use the footage from the tour that they appeared on for their promotions till date and try desperately to hide the name of WOA RECORDS from all this footage and then talk disgusting lies about a company that went out of its way to pay and promote these artists in India with National TV Ads, Concert bookings at venues like Hard Rock cafe, Radio Interviews and Radio Ads and National TV Ads and Press Conferences. The filth that these people had in their heads even before they came on tour is now evident to everybody including the other artists who were on tour and till date are some of our top artists on the WOA RECORDS Roster.

These same artists also started to attack the rest of the artists on the tour who were happy with the tour and were on the tour for the right reasons. They even went so far as to write a most horrible and foul language blog on one of the artists Jesus Aaron, who WOA Records went on to promote in a major way here in India. Jesus Aaron’s albums are still available across the country and his music videos have been played on Vh1, Zee, MTv and other major channels

We hope that this gives the required clarity to our artists and fans about who these people are that are writing such terrible things about WOA Records and Oliver Sean and why exactly they are doing it.
The work W.O.A International does says everything about our company. There is not a single artist who has successfully completed the tour or who is currently on our roster having their music and profile promoted here that has anything bad to say about our company. 


We invite you to check the testimonials film http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vjTQlxyLK6Q  and the W.O.A India Tour Playlist that consists of TV Ads, Live Concerts, Behind the scenes footage, artist candid videos and more from all the India Tour’s organized by WOA Records http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2EE08AF20985D9EE&feature=plcp or visit the sites of all the artists currently being promoted by us or who have been on tour with us and see how W.O.A International and WOA Records has given a boost to their careers not only in India and the Middle East but across the world.

WOA Records is a record label and a record label will always have artists whose contracts have been terminated because they just weren’t successful or they breached the contracts or they just weren’t the right fit - some of these artists who do not have the maturity and understanding of the music business will always be posting rants about the record label and we cant really be bothered about each of these artists. 


This is a post we have put up so that some of our future artists have a clear picture about what they read on the internet.

Monday, July 02, 2012

Rockumentary on Oliver Sean releasing July 2012


After the success of the Oliver Sean Vh1 Special, a 30 minute Rockumentary to be released on the Platinum Selling Singer Songwriter on TGIRF

1st July 2012 - A rockumentary on Oliver Sean to be out this July on a show called TGIRF on Artist Aloud. The new documentary will be the 2nd TV special on Oliver Sean after the successful Vh1 Special on the star in June. 

Catch Oliver Sean's hit music videos and TV Specials at http://www.woarecords.com/oliversean 

 - W.O.A News Desk

Tuesday, June 19, 2012

Oliver Sean feature story on Bangalore Mirror 19th June 2012

Independent Artists are perfectionists... Singer Oliver Sean's music
is inspired mainly by women in his life - past, present an future.
Read the Oliver Sean feature story on Bangalore Mirror, by Prashanth
Vidyasagar.

http://bangaloremirror.com/article/31/2012061820120618201126425e5836a23/Independent-artists-are-perfectionists.html

Saturday, June 09, 2012

Check out the new Oliver Sean Hit single 'ALONE' from the So Good - The Album on iTunes

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Thursday, June 07, 2012

Vh1 Special on Oliver Sean to premiere on 8th June

A Vh1 Special documentary on Oliver Sean will be premiered on the International channel on 8th June 2012.


Goa, India - 7th June 2012 - The Vh1 Special Documentary on International singer/songwriter Oliver Sean premieres on Vh1 India on 8th June 2012.

The documentary will see Oliver Sean in a one on one candid interview talking about his past, present and future projects, snippets from his tours, clips of his hit music videos and a personal side of Oliver Sean that most fans are going to love.

"This is a documentary in the making that shows Oliver Sean's journey so far" says Wanda Alvares, Head of Marketing, W.O.A International, "this particular Vh1 Special on Oliver Sean is compressed into a 5 minute TV Special with a full 30 minute documentary being launched later this year on various other channels and online".

The documentary also shows Oliver Sean with his impressive guitar collection, snippets from his tours and his personal bond with his dogs Buddy and Sam. Old and new fans alike are going to get an insiders view into this much loved star.

Watch the Vh1 Special on Oliver Sean starting on the 8th of June 2012. The TV special will be playing all through the week on the International channel Vh1 India.

- W.O.A News Desk



Thursday, May 31, 2012

Oliver Sean's Alone on Vh1 India

Oliver Sean's brand new music video 'Alone' premieres on Vh1 India along with a special Vh1 documentary on the platinum selling singer songwriter on the International Music channel


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Panjim, Goa - May 31, 2012 - The highly anticipated music video of the song 'Alone' dedicated to single mothers by platinum selling singer songwriter Oliver Sean, premieres today on Vh1 India. The song 'Alone', a main stream pop rock song with subtle fusion elements, is the third single from the acclaimed Oliver Sean LP 'So Good - The Album',  which included chart topping hits like 'Movies' and 'So Good'. The 'Alone' music video is to premiere on Friday June 1st on  Vh1 India, followed by a special Vh1 documentary in the days following the exclusive premiere of the music video.

"I wrote 'Alone' for my Mom who is a single mother and my hero" says Oliver Sean, "this song is a story of a strong woman, a single mother, who makes it on her own in this world. I decided to dedicate this song to single mothers like my Mom who fight against all odds, all Alone, to give their children a great life" 

The song 'Alone' features a classic Oliver Sean sound that mixes main stream pop rock with subtle indian fusion that adds a twist while still mantainng the main stream feel of the song. This is reminiscent of the singer's past hits such as 'I Like It' which introduced the tabla in the middle of a very modern pop rock song. This time around the singer songwriter brings in a very cool sounding sitar that gives this song, which was up for the 54th Grammy nominations, a different dimension while making the listener yearn for more.

After a sellout 'So Good' tour across the Middle East and Asia in 2011, the album 'So Good' continues to hit the charts in India till date. With the last two singles, 'Movies' and 'So Good' from the album hitting major Vh1 video and radio charts in 2011 and the album getting in the Grammy nomination list, the new single 'Alone' already looks to be a new favourite and a highly anticipated track as news of the upcoming release of the 'Alone' video has taken the 'So Good Album' to the No.2 spot on the AA Charts in India this week.

Watch the first telecast of 'Alone'' today on Vh1 India, Friday 1st June 2012, between 9:30 AM and 9:55 AM, and a prime time telecast between 8:20PM and 8:55PM. The video will also be running on the channel all through the day and all through the month of June on shows like 'Hit Factory', 'Mix Tape', 'Zzz' and other Vh1 hit shows. The special Oliver Sean documentary will also premiere on Vh1 India shortly after the music video's three day exclusive premiere on the channel this month.

Visit the Official Oliver Sean Website for the latest updates: www.oliversean.com 

- W.O.A News Desk

Tuesday, May 29, 2012

SO GOOD hits the top of the 'AA' Charts this week.

Oliver Sean's platinum selling single 'So good' hits the No. 2 spot on the AA charts in Asia.

28th July 2012: Oliver Sean's 'SO GOOD' hits the TOP OF THE CHARTS today. The 'SO GOOD' single released in 2010 and hit platinum status in March 2010. A year later the SO GOOD ALBUM was released and the second single/video 'MOVIES' hit the Vh1 International Top10 Charts in June of 2011. 

The SO GOOD single then hit the Vh1 HIT LIST with the release of the So Good Music Video in December of 2011, while the album also got selected for the 54th Grammy nomination list in 2011. 

Now 2 years after the SO GOOD single was released, the Oliver Sean hit single 'SO GOOD' once again hits the charts today coming in at the No.2 spot on the AA charts for this week. Check the chart listing here: http://www.artistaloud.com 

To listen and download the Oliver Sean hit single and album 'SO GOOD' go to the Official Oliver Sean website at http://www.oliversean.com 

-W.O.A News Desk
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Wednesday, May 02, 2012

Feature story on Oliver Sean published on The Times - 2nd May 2012

Oliver Sean - The Times of India - 2nd May 2012
Goa, India - 2nd May 2012 - "My Mom's my inspiration" - A front page, feature story on Oliver Sean, written by acclaimed journalist Shruti Pandit. Read the article as published on the Times,  2nd of May 2012.

- W.O.A News Desk
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