The Music Gardener - Artist Manager, Music Marketer

Circleslide

Seattle, Wash. (August 16, 2010) - Save the City Records is excited to announce the signing of critically acclaimed Christian rock band Circleslide, whose debut project landed on Christianity Today’s 2006 Year in Review “Best of” round-up, among other accolades.

Since then, the band — frontman Gabe Martinez, lead guitarist Jonathan DeAnda, bassist Eric Vickers and drummer Lee Yoder — has toured unceasingly, refining their modern rock ruminations, while keeping their ministry agenda firmly in focus. In addition to shows with Newsboys, TobyMac, MercyMe, Casting Crowns, Salvador, Jaci Velasquez and Downhere, the Nashville-based band has headlined everything from clubs to churches and colleges, with plenty of youth camps and outreach events in between — all of which build off the group’s Youth With A Mission beginnings.

“Throughout all the traveling, our goal has always been to make music that could inspire people, touch hearts and lead them to Christ,” says front man Gabe Martinez. “We’re so excited to be a part of the Save the City Records family, because we know that is where their hearts are as well.”

“We are proud to partner with Circleslide, one of the highest-caliber and hardest-working bands in Christian music today,” comments Derek Hoiem, President of Save the City Records. “They are full of energy, excellence and passion, as their many fans can attest. Their new album showcases their versatility and artistry, and they are a fantastic addition to our artist family.”

Circleslide is currently in the studio putting the finishing touches on their upcoming project, Echoes of the Light, set to release in October.

For more information on Circleslide, visit http://circleslide.net

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The Soul Shine Tour

If you are in the Seattle area, you don’t want to miss this tour. Byron “Mr Talkbox Chambers (keyboardists for NSYNC, Britney Spears, Tobymac), Kevin Thornton (Color Me Bad) and Benjiman team up with Save The City Records and Luis Palau to bring an incredible night of entertainment to the Experience Music Project in Seattle. Get your tickets now at iTickets.com. Stay tuned as other dates will be announced soon!

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Beckah Shae

I am excited to announce that Beckah Shae is the Music Gardener’s “Pick of The Month” for June! Beckah’s new release “Life” streets today. “Life” is the perfect record to get your summer rolling. You may have heard Beckah’s voice featured on Tobymac’s recent release “Tonight” Beckah’s new record titled “Life” was produced by her husband and renowned mix master Jack “Shoc” Shocklee.

Beckah is already off to a great start with a #6 single at CHR radio.  She is featured this week on iTickets and will will be the iTunes Discovery Download next week.  Please visit our “Pick of The Month” page to hear more about Beckah and sample some of Beckah’s music.



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Disclosure of Material Connection: I am the President of Artist Garden Entertainment, an artist management and marketing company. I only recommend music that I personally believe is exceptional and would be enjoyed by my readers. I was hired by Shae Shoc records as a marketing consultant but I am not compensated in any way for reviewing this record or for the “Pick of The Month” with the exception of receiving free music for review. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

Byron Chambers and Manwell

As an artist manager, it is a very special time when your artist is honored for excellence with an industry award. This year’s Dove Awards were extra special as our artist, Byron “Mr Talkbox” Chambers, was awarded Hip-Hop/Rap song of the year for his writing and production on Group 1 Crew’s “Movin”! The Dove Award comes at a perfect time as Byron just released his new record “My Time”. Byron “Mr Talkbox” Chambers has been doing a great deal of work for artists behind the scenes over the last 10 years. He has toured as a musician with NSYNC, Britney Spears, Martha Munizzi and Group 1 Crew. I would encourage anyone who reads this blog posts to visit iTunes and pick up his new record “My Time” Byron is making music that is much different than most in the Christian industry. His music is relevant to the music that is happening in the mainstream while holding strong to his positive message. Please trust The Music Gardener on this one. YOU WILL ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS RECORD! Byron is currently on tour with Tobymac. If you are interested in having Byron “Mr Talkbox” Chambers play your event, please contact Artist Garden Entertainment.

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Diana Stancil, Danny Gokey, Byron "Mr Talkbox Chambers, Keith Stancil

Artist Garden Entertainment announces the signing of Byron “Mr Talkbox” Chambers to an exclusive management deal. The partnership began in October when Artist Garden Entertainment was hired by Key of B Productions as a marketing consultant for Byron’s new record “My Time”. Best known as co-writer and performer on Tobymac’s “Diverse City”, Byron is known as “Mr Talkbox” to music fans. He has quite the touring resume including serving as keyboardist for NSYNC, Britney Spears, Jordan Knight and recently as multi-instrumentalist for Tobymac. Byron arranged Danny Gokey’s performances for American Idol last season and he was recently nominated for a Dove Award for his co-write and arrangement on Group 1 Crew’s “Movin”. We look forward to helping Byron’s music reach bigger audiences in both the Christian and Mainstream markets.

Byron “Mr Talkbox” Chambers “My Time” is available now on iTunes http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/my-time/id356335600

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Byron "Mr Talkbox" Chambers

The Music Gardener’s “Pick of The Month” for February is Byron “Mr Talkbox” Chambers. Byron began his music career touring as keyboardist for NSYNC, Britney Spears and O-Town. He co-wrote and performed on “Diverse City” , one of Tobymac’s biggest hits to date. Byron has also written and produced hits for Group 1 Crew, Martha Munizzi and he did the arrangements for Danny Gokey’s performances on American Idol. Byron “Mr Talkbox” Chambers now brings his own music to the world with “My Time”. This Talkbox thing that colors Byron’s music is something new and fresh that I think you are going to enjoy. You can see Byron live on tour with Tobymac.  Please visit my “Pick of The Month” page to hear songs from “My Time”

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Disclosure of Material Connection: I am the President of Artist Garden Entertainment, the company that was hired to market this record. Regardless, I only recommend music that I personally believe is exceptional and would be enjoyed by my readers. I am not compensated in any way for reviewing this record or for the “Pick of The Month” with the exception of receiving free music for review. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”