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Recording & Voice Studios-169 Mass Ave Boston, MA 02115
www.bristolstudios.com
617-247-8689
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INDEX
• Auditions & Events
Featuring
an Online Listing of Performance Opportunities!
• Bristol Success Story
Hear
What People are Saying About the Recording Workshop for Vocalists!
• Latest Studio News
Featuring
Mark Bennett, Tony Giuliano, George Walters-Sleyon, Tim Washburn
and Mikey Kelly!
• Voice & Performances
Featuring
Jada, Christina McGhie, Angela Lynn Pettiway, Kelley Bolduc, and
the Bristol Student Showcase!
• Random Notes from Producer Ric Poulin
The Effects
of Dairy Products on the Voice and "Dairy Sensitive"
Individuals
• Interview of The Month
With
Bristol Recording Client and Voice Alumnist Jaime Guiod!
• National/International News
Jada
in Miami, American Idol Voting Scam and Europe Comes to America!
• Upcoming Workshops
Performance
Workshop Level 1 Coming Soon!
• Industry Tip of The Month
"What's
Wrong with American Idol?"
• Studio Specials and Reminders
New
Engineering Course Offering! Reason 2.5!
• Upcoming Concerts and Performances
From
Jada, The Camelia Latin Jazz Trio, Maggie Rose and More!
• Services
A
Complete List of Services Offered by Bristol Recording & Voice
Studios!
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ATTENTION!!
NEW ENGINEERING COURSE OFFERING!
Bristol Recording Studios now offers REASON 2.5! Reason is the
wave of the future in music production, and you can get up to
speed in no time with our comprehensive course. Learn everything
from basic setup to advanced production techniques. Reason is
an infinitely expandable music workstation on a CD-ROM, complete
with its own real time sequence. Everything you need - synths,
samplers, a drum machine, mixing board & effects - to produce
virtually any style of music. Come to Bristol Recording Studios
and learn from recording education professionals. To get started
on this 10 week course, call Craig
today at 617-247-8689 to register! A $100 deposit will lock
you in and each class is $50. Flexible scheduling available!
How good are we at this?
Reason is currently sponsoring our JADA International Remix
Contest (For more details visit
www.jadamusic.com)!
Bristol Entertainment announces
the International Jada ReMixathon Contest 2004! The
challenge: Musicians, DJs, Producers & ReMix artists:
Choose between two of Jada's tracks. REMIX & combine
their powerful R&B/Pop vocal sound in the art of cross-over
REMIXING into a dance floor HIT! Jump start your image and
presence! Get exposure to an internationally known panel
of Judges, Record Labels and Sponsors! Expand or begin your
own discography! Gain radio, dance floor and live performance
by Jada of your winning track!
Prize package includes vinyl pressing, software, equipment,
cash, fashion apparel & more!
The International Jada ReMixathon Contest 2004 is sponsored
by Daddy's Junky Music, Propellerhead Software, Cakewalk
and more! Join the Jada ReMixathon email list and receive
up to the minute news, rules and major sponsor sign-ons.
For more information visit jada's website at:
jadamusic.com or contact Laura Poulin/ Bristol Entertainment
at laura@bristolstudios.com
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LOOKING FOR AFFORDABLE REHEARSAL
SPACE? Bristol
Studios is currently renting out rehearsal space by the hour.
Solo performers and ensembles alike are welcome to call Amie
today at 617-247-8689 to schedule a tour of our professional
facilities and to find out how we can accommodate your needs.
PROFESSIONAL TEACHING SPACE AVAILABLE!
Bristol Studios is now offering professional
teaching space for rent by the hour! Located in Boston's Back
Bay, right across the street from Berklee College of Music and
around the corner from both the Boston Conservatory and the
New England Conservatory of Music, Bristol Studios is at the
hub of music education in the Boston area. Instrumental instructors,
voice teachers and dance instructors are welcome to call Amie
today at 617-247-8689 to schedule a tour of our professional
facilities and to find out how we can accommodate your needs.
OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE! Bristol Studios
now has office space available to rent to professional music
industry and entertainment related businesses. Located in Boston's
Back Bay, right across the street from Berklee College of Music
and around the corner from Newbury Street and Landsdowne Street,
Bristol Studios is at the hub of Boston's live music scene.
Call Amie today
at 617-247-8689 to schedule a tour of our available spaces and
to find out how we can accommodate your needs.
AUDITIONS
& EVENTS
ATTENTION PERFORMERS
AND VOCALISTS!! Bristol Recording & Voice Studios is
proud to offer an online listing featuring Open Mic Nights and
Karaoke Events throughout the Greater Boston Area! Whether you're
looking to make a name for yourself in the Boston music scene,
or just looking for a fun night out with friends, check out
www.bristolstudios.com/karamic.htm and let the good times roll!
You'll see such listing such as...
PERFORMERS!! MUSICIANS!! Do you need a place to play? A
chance to show the world what you can do? Well, come bring your
acoustic guitar and your songs to... Open Mic Night at Beckett
s Pub, located at 1098 Commercial Avenue, Boston, MA. Presented
By SuperChill Productions every Tuesday night beginning at 9:30
pm (Sign-up begins at 9:00) Take the Green B Line to the Packard
s Corner Stop. Beckett's Pub is across the street from Star
Market. This is a 21+ Open Mic (Sorry youngsters). There will
be featured artists in the future. If you are interested in
being a featured artist, either talk to Andrew at the Open Mic
or email him at aparkerrenga@berklee.net.
Oh and, please bring your own guitar. See you there!!!
ATTENTION MALE VOCALISTS!!
Uptown Sound band is looking for a strong male vocalist in the
Top 40, funk, R&B style. The band has performed 300 dates
to present. Most gigs are within two hours of Boston. We work
a lot at nightclubs, weddings, and corporate events. Must look
good/presentable, sing well, have reliable transportation, have
no bad habits or issues, and must commit for a year or two minimum.
Contact Lew at 617-527-2097 or e-mail: lew@uptownsound.net.
ATTENTION PERFORMERS!!
Country/Folk shows will be held the third Saturday of each month
beginning April 17 at the Danvers Arts Williams School Building,
105 Elliott St (rt 62) off 128, in Danvers, MA. Show begins
at 7:30pm. Prospective performers please call Dan Tremblay at
978-777-2711 or arrive at 7pm the night of the show. There will
be a live audience, so bring CDs to sell. This is an opportunity
for exposure & fun, and will become a great music outlet.
Spectators $5.00 with a special rate of $10.00 for the entire
family. Karaoke requires that you provide a CD player. See you
at the Country Show!
ATTENTION FEMALE VOCALISTS!! Established working GB band
seeks 2nd female vocalist/instrumentalist, primarily for challenging
back up harmony -higher voice ranger preferable. Some lead vocals
required in standard GB styles. If you can front a band and
do crowd participation, even better. Must play either keys or
guitar (drums would be ideal). Whether you play boards or guitar,
you should be able to comp through tunes in any style, soloing
is not necessary. If you play keys and you can cut a cocktail
piano hour, that's a plus. The more you can do the more $ you'll
make. We are willing to take the time to help the right person
grow with us. Good appearance and good working chemistry needed.
Come and meet an extraordinarily nice group of people. Start
rehearsing with us now and be ready when we start playing in
May. We're booked from May on. Call Main Attraction Productions
at 978-433-6188 or go online
www.mainattractionband.com.
ATTENTION VOCALISTS!! Established, working band seeks male
and female vocalists. Performances involve a variety of styles
including R&B, Jazz, and Pop. Performances are generally
corporate events, parties, weddings, and clubs. For more information,
please call Cory at 617-421-9336
ATTENTION FEMALE VOCALISTS! Boston area female vocalist
is currently in the process of forming an all female pop/funk/R&B
group. Looking for fun, energetic, and determined vocalists
ages 17-25 who would be able to sing and dance. You must have
a good look and be serious about performing. For more information
please contact Pamela at pachal.p@neu.edu
ATTENTION SONGWRITERS!! International Songwriting Competition
Now Accepting Entries For 2004! $100,000 in cash and prizes
to be shared by 50 winners in 16 categories. All musicians,
bands, solo artists, and songwriters are invited to enter their
songs. Since its inception in 2002, ISC especially takes pride
in its judges and this year is no exception. ISC 2004 offers
both aspiring and established songwriters the opportunity to
have their songs heard by a prestigious panel of judges. Please
visit our website www.songwritingcompetition.com for updates,
an entry form and more information. Enter by August 31, 2004
and save on multiple song entries.
For more auditions, check out Bristol's new
Auditions
& Opportunities page!! Updated April 19th, 2004. This
is an extensive list of auditions and opportunities available
in the New England area for performers including listings for
Singers, Actors, Models, and other Professionals in the entertainment
industry. Please check it out here and see if there is an opportunity
for you today.
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BRISTOL
SUCCESS STORY
This
Success Story comes from vocalists who took part in the RECORDING
WORKSHOP FOR VOCALISTS offered by Bristol Voice Studios.
"I
had a great time today!! I've never recorded anything before,
I'm really pleased with what I did and the knowledge I have received
from the instructors. I feel that they were very helpful and it
was a comfortable atmosphere to come and learn about recording.
I hope that I can continue this work and retain a good hold of
recording technique. Thank you!" - MS
"My Teacher was extremely informative.
She showed me what to do and more importantly what not to do in
a vocal recording setting and I had fun learning how to add background
and underlying vocals. I learned that recording is not exactly
easy and to now be able to easily punch out the lyrics is awesome!
At least now when I record, I have knowledge about the process
and I can understand exactly what the engineer is talking about."
- BL
"I had a really great time! In the beginning
I learned quite a few more technical terms than I knew before.
I got some really helpful feedback and the instructor was easy
to work with. I'm glad I got to try out my own song because I'll
be more prepared for when I record the final mix. It was also
very interesting and educational to work
with the other vocalists." - AF
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This month in Studio C, composer
Mark Bennett
of the Huntington Theater Company was working with
Bristol engineer Matt Williamson on recording the
underscore and transitional music for the Tennessee Williams
play "Rose Tattoo," set to debut June 13th
on Broadway in New York. In the studio, under the direction
of Mark, Matt recorded violin performed by Yaeko Miranda,
oboe performed by Benjamin Bolter, and trumpet performed
by Matthew Ara, all from the New England Conservatory. The
story of "Rose Tattoo" takes place in a old world
Italian community on the Louisiana Bayou and the original
accompaniment asked for in this play was simply guitar and
a singer. Mark has drawn on elements from the play and expanded
the instrumental selection to really represent the old world
Italian culture with a hint of Louisiana blues. Mark, also
a graduate of the New England Conservatory is a highly sought
after composer on and off Broadway and has achieved many
notable awards including a 1998 Obie award for Sustained
Excellence in Sound Design, as well as a Bessie award for
dance composition.
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nominated for seven Drama Desk awards. Earlier this year,
Mark's compositions could be heard in "Henry IV"
starring Kevin Kline and Ethan Hawke presented
at the Vivian Belmont Theater at the Lincoln Center in NY.
When asked about his experiences working at Bristol Recording
Studios, Mark said "The room sounded great! Everybody's
been really supportive, friendly, and helpful on a project
that's taken a little more time than we originally thought
and (Bristol) has also been accommodating with gear".
Here's what Matt had to say about working with such a notable
composer, "It's been an absolute pleasure. Mark is
the first theater composer I have worked with and he is a
true professional. Working with Mark has been a great experience,
he truly commanded the session and I appreciate the advice
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Owner/Producer Ric Poulin
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Singer/songwriter
Tony Giuliano was
recently in Studio B working with Studio Owner/Producer Ric
Poulin. Tony is in the process of completing his first
demo featuring original acoustic rock songs. Tony first came
to Bristol Recording & Voice Studios through the "Careers
in Music" workshop where he met Ric Poulin for the first
time. Ric listened to a tape of a few originals Tony had made,
and recognized Tony's talent for songwriting. Tony knew his
voice would need some improvement to really get a 'pro' sound
before any demo work could be done. He started voice lessons
with Bristol Vocal Coach Brent Barlow, under Ric's direction,
to work on his original songs. "Once I started catching
on, the vocals basically outgrew my material and led to a
whole new level of songwriting." Then Tony took the
Songwriting Workshop offered by Bristol. "The Songwriting
Workshop enhanced my skills, as I took Ric's method of songwriting
and blended that with my own style, I starting writing tunes
more frequently and of better quality than ever."
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recording his original song "All I Know" with Ric
and that song was a direct result of the Songwriting Workshop.
"All I Know" was a song that Tony wrote to express
the simple confidence of a man who loves a woman, and all
he knows is that someday she'll come back home. Tony is now
on to the next step in the workshop, setting up his own website
and learning to shop the tune. "As soon as I learned
to play two chords I wrote a song and since then, my passion
for songwriting just continued to grow and is still growing.
My main inspiration and influence has always been the Beatles,
especially the later stuff when their songwriting really flourished.
I guess I just loved the character and charm of the way they
brought us an idea or a story and blended it with really catchy
melodies. I try to make my songs pretty representative of
my character and personality and as 'me' as possible. I want
people listening to get a feeling or inspiration from it as
naturally as possible, as if we were in a conversation."
Tony recently performed his original song, "And She Said"
at the
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George Walters-Sleyon has
completed his recording project here at Bristol. Entitled
"Hold On, You Will Survive", his CD has been
produced for the sole purpose of raising funds for schools
and orphanages in Liberia. George worked with Bristol Producer
Chris Billias on recording, mixing and mastering this
project. To George, this an album of conscience and as a musician
it is his goal to raise awareness of the plight of women,
children and the less fortunate who have born the brunt of
recent turmoil in the area. "Hold On, You Will Survive"
is currently available for purchase online at
www.cdbaby.com and at www.sonicbids.com.
George recently performed music from this CD in Baltimore,
MD and in Massachusetts at Gordon College. "Hold On,
You Will Survive" will soon be available online at
www.amazon.com,
and at Boston area Virgin Megastores. George recently graduated
from Boston University's School of Theology with a Master's
Degree in Divinity and Social Ethics. If anyone is interested
in contacting George regarding this truly humanitarian project,
he can be reached at 617-566-8413 or by email at
gmahb@bu.edu.
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Bristol Engineering Assistant Tim Washburn
certainly deserves special recognition for actions performed above
and beyond the call of duty. Tim came to Bristol Recording Studios
through the courses in Pro Tools offered here and taught by Pro
Tools expert Viktor Kray. Tim was interested in making the
most of his home recording setup using Pro Tools so he completed
two courses here at the studio and came on board as an engineering
assistant to further his experience. Tim also spends much of his
time working for the
Red Cross
hosting their blood drives. Through being part of that organization
it was discovered that he was a rather unique match for a person
diagnosed with leukemia who desperately needed bone marrow. Tim
has recently undergone the very intense procedure of having bone
marrow removed so that it could be donated to this individual. Tim
was back in the studio about a week later, healthy and in good spirits.
Hats off to Tim!
Recently,
voice over talent Mikey
Kelly was working with Senior
Producer Chris Billias on recording voice for a Dr.
Pepper commercial. Mikey is a graduate of Emerson College
where he studied television production. Currently he works in
L.A. doing voiceover work. Mikey has contributed to many projects
including hit video games: Tony Hawk: Underground, Wratchet
and Clank, and Full Spectrum Warrior. Mikey has also
lent his voice to the Scooby Doo animated movies and to
the new WB show; Balloonantics. Mikey is so sought after
for his voice over skills that when he was vacationing in Massachusetts
with his wife, he was called from his offices in L.A. and told
to come in to Bristol Recording Studios to make the Dr. Pepper
recording. When asked about his experiences working in the facilities
at Bristol and with our staff, Mikey said "It was great,
it was a lot of fun. Chris and everybody here are cool!"
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VOICES
AND PERFORMANCES
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Boston's Pop/R&B sensation
Jada recently
delivered a knock out performance of the National Anthem
for the Boston vs. Indiana playoff game at the Fleet
Center in Boston. Jada not only performed for the thousands
of Celtics fans at the Fleet Center, but also for countless
fans at home who tuned in to the game on ESPN. Jada performed
again at The Fleet Center in Boston on June 1st as part
of "The Tradition," a Boston event to honor
the city's former and present top athletes. They performed
for a crowd which included all the members of The Boston
Bruins, The Boston Celtics, The New England Patriots and
the Boston Red Sox. The ladies of Jada also recently emceed
the
Bristol Voice Student Showcase, where they performed
Chaka Kahn's "Sweet Thing", and also accompanied
vocal coach Brian Orvek as he sang "If I Ever Fall
In Love Again" by Shai. Jada recently appeared at the
Blue Wave Lounge in Boston as part of the 3rd Annual Fashion
Showcase presented by Organized Gear Entertainment. Jada
performed with Playback, C.R.E.A.M., DJ Italian Ice and
more. Jada also recently performed at the Day of Portugal,
an annual outdoor festival in New Bedford, MA. For more
details, visit Jada's website at
www.jadamusic.com |
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and Boston area headliner Christina
McGhie recently performed the National Anthem at
Gillette Stadium for the New England Revolution. Christina
is now working with seasoned promoter Cyndi Ross, who
worked in L.A. with many bands including Poison. Cyndi
sent Christina's CD, which was recorded at Bristol Recording
Studios, to the offices of the New England Revolution
and Christina was immediately asked to perform. Christina
has also recently been accepted to the prestigious music program
at Belmont University in Tennessee and will be attending there
in the fall. Christina recently performed "At Last"
by Etta James at the
Bristol
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20
year old multi talented vocalist, Angela
Lynn Pettiway has recently been working with Voice
Studio Director and Vocal Coach Ric Poulin on advanced
vocal technique to fine-tune her natural talent. Angela has
incredible range and her own unique style. A stage performer
since the age of 7, she has performed the National Anthem
twice for The New England Patriots, shared the stage
at the Coca Cola True Talent Contest with recording
artists, Royce DA 5'9", Code5 and chart
topper B2K. Angela was selected to compete in Ed McMahon's
NextBigStar Online Talent Competition, and made it
to the final 6. She was selected from 2,000 performers for
the Hasbro Ekara "Pop Diva for a Day" Multi
City Mall Tour vocal demonstration of their new Karaoke toy.
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many vocal competitions, and she donates countless hours raising
money for the awareness of AIDS and cancer through singing.
Working with Ric at Bristol Voice Studios is her first experience
with vocal training, and as she continues to study here, Angela
plans to take advantage of upcoming workshops. Last week Angela
performed a soulful rendition of Christina Aguilera's "Impossible"
at the
Bristol
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Bristol Voice Student Kelley
Bolduc and her band "Hot Like Fire"
will be performing every Sunday at The Derryfield in Manchester,
NH beginning on May 23rd, until Labor Day Weekend. They are
New England's most sought after Reggae and party band and
will also be playing every Tuesday at The Rhino Bar in Newport,
RI beginning May 25th through the end of June. Hot Like Fire
recently performed at the Harpoon Brewery‘s Brewfest
and will be performing this Sunday June 13, 2004 from 5:45
PM to 09:45 PM at The Derryfield (625 Mammoth Rd, Derryfield,
NH 603-623-2880). Hot Like Fire has emerged as the most energetic
and fun party band on the reggae music scene for the past
fourteen years. They are well known for their reggae versions
of American pop and R&B songs. Hot Like Fire is currently
performing music from their most recent CD, which won CD
of the Year, Boston Caribbean Music Awards and
as always continue to play favorites by Bob Marley, Jimmy
Cliff and of course that "Hot Hot Hot" song! Hot
Like Fire has received several nominations for "Outstanding
World Music Act" as part of the Boston Music Awards
and Kelley has been studying the pop/rock/R&B vocal method
here at Bristol Voice Studios with Senior Vocal Coach Brent
Barlow since the spring of 2003. "I have enjoyed
working with Brent. He has a great sense of humor and is very
personable. He has taken an interest in my personal situation
of being a trumpet player who has begun singing. I was an
untrained singer who'd been singing in my own band for some
time and developed some bad habits. Performing 4-6 nights
a week during the summer months had trashed my voice and I
was developing pre-nodules. It was very frustrating to feel
sore and hoarse after most performances. Brent has been helping
me to learn to sing correctly for the past year. He has been
very supportive through the last year." For more
information on Hot Like Fire, visit their web site at
www.hotlikefire.net
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RANDOM
NOTES FROM PRODUCER RIC POULIN:
The Effects of Dairy Products on the Voice and "Dairy Sensitive"
Individuals
About 10 years ago, a rock 'n' roll singer/guitarist with a Masters
degree in science explained to me all about the effect of dairy
products on people. It was an eye opener. I am not prescribing anything.
If this makes sense to you, try it at your own risk. Because I run
into this with singers often I thought I'd share this with everyone.
As a note on allergies, many people, including me, have developed
allergies over the last 15 years due to all the additives in dairy
products. Preservatives, pesticides, hormone injections, anti-biotics
and, since about 1987, Synthetic Vitamin D. These wreak havoc on
and weaken the immune system, are difficult to metabolize and thus
make one more sensitive to pollen, dust, perfumes and other air
borne particles. Sometime around 1992 I started developing allergic
reactions to our cat when arriving home at night. Within a half
hour I'd have trouble breathing, and would have a runny nose. At
the same time I'd have a really bad headache about every two weeks.
Once my student explained all about the effects of dairy products
as we know them today, I stopped eating anything dairy for 3-4 weeks.
No more problems, no more headaches, no more allergy to cats, dust,
pollen or anything.
I hardly eat any dairy anymore but do cheat from time to time, and
almost instantly feel the effects of it within a day or two when
I do. You can only see if this affects you by going "cold turkey"
for 3-4 weeks- no dairy whatsoever and then see how you're doing.
I, along with many others, can attest to this as a result. If you
suffer any sinus problems, congestion, allergic reactions, etc.
it's worth a try. This is especially key for singers. And remember
that the body is a very finely balanced system; when it is allergic
(extra sensitive) to something, that it only takes a very small
amount of that thing to create a bad reaction. Just to clarify,
as it's often misunderstood- dairy refers to milk products from
cattle, so includes, milk, cream, cheese, yogurt, cream cheese,
ice cream, etc. You can find dairy in baked goods, cream based sauces
and soups, etc. For those converts out there, there are some really
good dairy substitutes to try. I really enjoy the soy and rice based
"ice creams", soy milks, etc. "Silk" makes a
the creamiest and richest "creamer" for coffee. The soy
cheeses are disappointing but Trader Joe's delivers the best-a jalepena
"Monterey Jack".
Hope it helps!
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INTERVIEW
OF THE MONTH:
This month's interview is with
Bristol recording artist and Bristol Voice alumni, Jaime
Guiod. Currently, Jaime is in the studio recording
an original three song demo with veteran producer and studio
owner Ric Poulin. Jamie also recently performed her
original song "She Still Smiles" at the Bristol
Voice Student Showcase. Jaime's music has been featured on
the Mix 2 album released by Mona Lisa Records. Want
to see this songstress in action? See Jaime perform as she
hosts a weekly karaoke night, each Wednesday at T's Pub at
973 Commercial Ave (next to the Paradise).
Bristol: When did you
first get into music?
Jaime: I've been singing
since I was about 7 years old and writing lyrics since I was
about 11 years old, and I always knew music was the only thing
I wanted to do with my life. Also, I grew up in a musical
family so I was always surrounded by it.
Bristol: What brought
you to Bristol Recording & Voice Studios?
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Jaime:
In 1996, when I was 19 years old, I decided it was time to strengthen
my voice, so I found Bristol Studios through an ad, and made an
appointment for a consultation. I wasn't sure what to expect,
but after that consultation I decided to start taking voice lessons.
I told myself I'd stick with it if Bristol really helped make
a difference and 3 years later I was still taking voice lessons.
Bristol: What other services
did you take advantage of while you were studying at Bristol Voice
Studios?
Jaime: I also took a recording
workshop and 2 performance workshops. I actually went into the
first performance workshop with hesitation thinking I already
knew what to do on stage. After it was finished, I was so glad
I went through it. It gave me more confidence than I ever had
before. I was already a singer, but the workshop taught me how
to be a performer.
Bristol: After you had this
new-found confidence, what did decide to do with your career?
Jaime: Not long after the
second performance workshop ended, I felt ready and decided it
was time to put everything I had learned at Bristol to good use
and started auditioning for bands. I first worked with a guitarist
on a duo project and eventually started playing with full bands.
I have worked with many musicians in both cover and original bands
over the past 7 years, and played out in and around the Boston
area at such venues as The Bell in Hand, Copperfield's, and Great
Scott.
Bristol: How did you end up
hosting karaoke night at T's Pub?
Jaime: In 2000 I lived on
Comm Ave. and used to go over to T's Pub to sing karaoke all the
time. One night, I was asked to be a host. Of course I said "yes,"
right away and felt proud that someone thought I had enough talent
to entertain a crowd every week. And I still currently work there
every Wednesday night.
Bristol: What made you decide
to pursue recording?
Jaime: I haven't been in a
band since last year, and things have been pretty frustrating
lately. It's been tough for me to find the right musicians who
not only have the talent, but the drive and determination to succeed
in music. So one of my mottos is that if you want something done
right, you have to do it yourself. I decided one of things I really
needed was a demo.
Bristol: What made you come
back to Bristol Recording Studios?
Jaime: I put an ad out on
Craig's List asking for any help or suggestions. I eventually
got an email from Bristol Studios saying Ric was having some consultations,
and I should come in and talk with him. How could I ever have
forgotten about Bristol Studios in the first place? Needless to
say, I met with Ric, neither of us knowing what would come out
of it, but we had an interesting conversation. We both agreed
I did need a really great demo and a professional package that
I could use to promote myself.
Bristol: How is that project
coming along?
Jaime: We're just finishing
up with the first song and we'll record 2 more after. They will
all be my own original songs. The songs are pop/rock, and will
be along the lines of Alanis, Michelle Branch, Avril. After the
demo is recorded, it's onto getting a website created and getting
pictures done. And then, who knows where it will progress from
there. But I know that my dedication will never allow me to give
up pursuing my dream of singing.
Bristol: What would you say
to today's aspiring artist?
Jaime: "You
should never give up whatever your passion in life is, no matter
what anyone says. Everything takes time and hard work, and you
have to be willing to make the effort. And if others don't believe
in you, never stop believing in yourself. Bristol Studios taught
me so much and without them, I know I wouldn't be where I am today."
Bristol: Thank you Jaime!
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See Boston's hottest
pop/r&b sensation, Jada,
featured by Universal Audio!
http://www.uaudio.com/webzine/may/text/content1.html#Anchor-14210
"REMIX Roundup - Remix Hotel, Miami and the arrival of
Jada!"
Universal Audio attended its first Remix Hotel event during the
Winter Music Conference in Miami to show the new UAD-1 Studio
Pak to the Remix/DJ crowd. With the killer location and coincidence
with the Winter Music Conference, the event attracted a large
number of DJ's, producers and remixers who dropped by to check
out the latest gear from the exhibitors including: UA, Pioneer,
Yamaha, Mackie & Korg. Hot all-girl Boston band "Jada"
dropped by the UA booth and the lovely Jacyn, Lauren, Elle and
Ashley treated us to an impromptu a cappella performance of one
of their new tracks. These ladies can REALLY sing, and they are
holding a remix competition, so put your UAD-1 to good use and
visit their site! UA's own Will Shanks can be seen in
this shot with the girls!" For more pictures from the Remix
Hotel go to
http://www.uaudio.com/company/gallery/remix04.html.
"FTC Bust "American
Idol" Voting Scam"
By: Mi2N (http://musicdish.com/mag/?cat_nb=1)
2004-04-24
On behalf of the Federal Trade Commission, the U.S. Department
of Justice (DOJ) filed a complaint and consent order against several
Utah-based defendants settling Commission charges that they deceived
approximately 25,000 consumers who were trying to call the popular
television show "American Idol" to vote for their favorite
performer during the 2002 and 2003 seasons. According to the FTC's
complaint, the defendants took advantage of callers who inadvertently
misdialed the "American Idol" phone numbers by buying
numbers that were very close to - but not the same as - the correct
numbers (i.e., an 800 prefix instead of the 866 prefix or a switch
in two of the digits (1-866-463-5701 instead of 1-866-436-5701)
and that routed the callers to the defendants' own toll-free lines.
The callers were then allegedly led to believe that they had to
call a 900 number to place their vote, and that they had to pay
a fee ranging from $1.99 to $2.97 per call.
"A European Music Office In New York City" By:
Mi2N 2004-04-24
The European Music Office, in conjunction with many European music
promotion organizations, has initiated a project designed to "pre-figure"
a future European Music office based in NYC, with the support
of the European Union. Objectives of the action aim at widening
the knowledge of the European cultural operators in the US market
and creating an information contact point facilitating the development
of European music in the US. This will be accomplished through
an on-going study of the market and an aggregated database of
key US contacts in various fields of music and related media businesses.
The office will perform services for the immediate priorities
of the participating promotion organizations. This office eventually
will propose its services to all the national music promotion
organizations based in Europe, with constituents including record
labels, publishers, organizations, managers and most other music
related businesses. This project will be directed in the US by
Robert Singerman, a 25 year veteran in developing US and international
artists and companies, in association with the European Music
Office and the many organizations. Robert Singerman, using the
services of MiriamLockshin and other internationally known experts
in the US music business, will identify and establish a pool of
consultants to be available for consultancy work for European
Music professionals, upon requests of the European national music
promotion organizations.
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PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP
LEVEL ONE
IS STARTING SOON!
MAKE YOURS A PERFORMANCE TO REMEMBER!!
If you're serious about succeeding as a performer on a local or
national level or just want to finally get up there on stage for
fun, and feel that you need improvement in ANY of the following
areas, then this workshop is a MUST for you!!
•Being comfortable and confident on stage.
•Handling nervousness and overcoming stage fright
•Being
comfortable talking to audiences (and what to say to them)
•How to put emotion into a performance
•How to achieve star presence and star quality on stage
•Physical movement including gesturing in songs
•Stage manners
If you are interested in signing up or learning more about this
phenomenal workshop then call Amie
at 617-247-8689 today!
"When
I first started this workshop, I could not function on stage.
I could not see, breathe or sing, let alone move around and
dance! Now I can get up on stage and instead of feeling afraid,
I feel excited and pumped up! There is a huge difference in
how I feel and look on stage. Even if I weren't trying to
perform, this workshop is great for just learning how to communicate
with people. What I learned here I can take into my personal
and professional life!" -SW
GET THE TRAINING YOU NEED TO BECOME A RECORDING ENGINEER!
Bristol Recording Studios offers: Small
class sizes! Hands-on training! The most current and innovative
audio and production techniques! Real life recording scenarios!
We are currently accepting registrations for all engineering courses.
These courses are led by experienced, talented industry professionals
and they are specifically designed to help you succeed in today's
recording industry. Call Craig
today at 617-247-8689 for more course information and don't forget
to ask about package discounts. As of now, we currently offer
the following courses:
Basic Courses:
Audio Engineering I
Audio Engineering II
ProTools I
ProTools II
Advanced Courses:
ProTools III
MIDI
Digital Performer
Audio Production I
Audio Production II
NEW COURSE JUST ADDED! Reason 2.5
"Bristol Studios has been a wonderful experience
for me. As a performer, I wanted to know the behind the scenes
of engineering and production. The staff at Bristol has given
me that dream and opportunity to succeed in the music business.
With their training, I have boosted my ability as a musician and
now as an engineer and producer. Thanks to all at Bristol Studios!"
- BG
Specific
tutorials designed to fit your individual educational needs are
also available. Call for details. If you would like more information
on any of these courses or if you'd like to register for our program,
please contact Craig
at 617-247-8689.
ATTENTION
SINGERS! YOU SHOULD BE RECORDING! Sign
up for the RECORDING WORKSHOP FOR VOCALISTS and you can...
LEARN IT! Learn the ins and outs of the recording process.
Bristol Voice Studio has been successfully training singers how
to correctly produce the great tone qualities currently in use
by the top singers today. But how do you get these onto a recording
and make it sound like a record? Find out once and for all in
this unique workshop.
SING IT! Discover how to produce a record quality vocal
performance. Vocalists who can get a great sound in a studio are
very valuable and sought after by producers, songwriters, advertising
agencies and record labels. Learn the tools of the trade and get
a chance to practice them in the studio.
RECORD IT! CREATE A DEMO TAPE! Take the mystery and fear
out of the studio environment and the recording process. Let our
experienced engineers and vocal coaches guide you through the
recording process and capture your performance to create that
all important great sounding vocal demo tape.
For more information on the Recording Workshop for Vocalists presented
by Bristol Voice Studios, please contact Amie
at 617-247-8689.
"This
Workshop helped me to learn some of the work that goes into
making a recording. I have never done any studio recordings
before, so it was a great way to learn how and make my own demo.
I also learned some different features on a mixer that you can
use to make your voice sound better, such as reverb and compression.
This workshop is very beneficial and I'm glad I went."
- JG
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INDUSTRY
TIP OF THE MONTH
"What's Wrong with American
Idol?"
Four Music Business Experts Say the Popular Talent Show Is Misleading
Tens of Thousands of Aspiring Musicians ... and the Public at
Large.
by Bob Baker - The Buzz Factor, Posted March 2004 (
www.musicbizacademy.com/articles/bb_americanidol.htm)
"American Idol" is no doubt one of the most popular
TV shows of recent years, drawing millions of viewers every week.
But, according to four music business experts, the program is
doing a disservice to aspiring musicians and distorting perceptions
of how the music industry really works. "The show may be
fun to watch, but it's the last place I'd recommend anyone go
to learn how to succeed with a music career," says Bob Baker,
author of "Guerrilla Music Marketing Handbook" and "Unleash
the Artist Within." Baker compared notes with three other
music business pros: Derek Sivers, Peter Spellman and Danica Mathes.
All four agreed the show has created widespread misconceptions
about what it takes to succeed as a musical artist in the modern
world. They have identified five myths perpetuated by American
Idol and are on a mission to set the record straight.
Myth #1
Industry talent scouts actively look for singers and musicians
to develop.
"Shows like 'American Idol' lead viewers to believe that
there are hundreds of people like Simon, Paula and Randy out there
searching for talent they can mold into the next big pop star.
That's an Old World view that simply doesn't reflect reality these
days," Baker says. Danica Mathes, a St. Louis, MO-based entertainment
attorney, who has worked with artists such as Nelly and Anthony
Cosmo (of the band Boston), admits that record companies employ
A&R people whose job it is to sign and nurture new artists.
"But as major labels consolidate, cut staffs and get nervous
about the bottom line, they no longer have the time or money to
develop new acts," she says. "Instead, they look for
artists who are already developing themselves, attracting fans
and selling CDs on their own. "It's easy to forget that in
the music business, like any other business, a record company's
investment and risk on a newly signed act can mean the end of
several careers -- not just the artist's -- if it doesn't work.
So a label is much more likely to invest in someone who has a
proven track record."
Myth #2
Most aspiring musicians lack talent and are delusional, struggling
and starving.
The "American Idol" auditions, in particular, create
this illusion. "That's a huge misconception," says Derek
Sivers, founder and president of Portland, OR-based CD Baby, a
web site that in 2003 sold $4.6 million worth of CDs (more than
400,000 units) by unsigned acts. "I'm blown away by the tremendous
amount of quality music being produced outside the mainstream,"
he says. "Many amazing musicians have decided they're happier
selling 10,000 CDs on their own and making a hundred thousand
dollars, than selling a million CDs and being broke on a major
label. That's the reality of today's music business."
Myth #3
You need the approval of industry insiders to make it in music.
Another misguided notion is that getting an industry big shot's
approval will make or break your career. "Sorry, you don't
need Simon's or anyone else's permission to be worthy of a career
in music," Baker says. "If you wait for someone to give
you the green light to create and perform music, you may wait
a long time. Artists should use their inner conviction and the
response they get from fans to fuel their progress." "Every
major label in the U.K. passed on both the Beatles and the Rolling
Stones in their day," says Peter Spellman, Director of Career
Development at Berklee College of Music in Boston, and author
of "Indie Power" and "The Self-Promoting Musician."
"That gives you a sense of what label gatekeepers know about
an artist's potential. Who knows what talent they're passing on
today?"
Myth #4
Landing a major recording contract is the ultimate sign of success.
"While major label deals have a purpose in the industry for
some musicians, I definitely preach the independent gospel,"
Mathes says. "I've heard countless stories of bands that
got signed and never went anywhere, or bands that had record deals
and ended up falling far short of their expectations. Unfortunately,
Kelly Clarkson, Clay Aiken and Ruben Studdard are the exceptions,
not the rule" According to Mathes, only about one in 30 signed
acts reach significant enough sales levels to warrant a second
CD release, which means nearly 97% of artists with recording contracts
fail. "Getting signed often means the kiss of death,"
she says. "Yet, I talk to aspiring artists every day who
still believe they need a major label deal. The smartest musicians
understand that there are other options that give them much more
control over their careers, and they aren't afraid to put their
all into making it happen. Artists who realize success does not
happen when you get signed to a major label are the ones who will
make it in this industry."
Myth #5
Without widespread nationwide exposure, you're doomed to failure.
Most musicians would love to get the high-impact TV exposure that
"American Idol" finalists receive. But nationwide media
coverage is not a requirement for ultimate success in music. "When
most people think of successful artists, they mainly think of
who they've heard on the radio or seen on MTV," Baker explains.
"However, there are thousands of lesser-known artists who
actively write, record and perform great music under the radar.
And, contrary to popular belief, many of them make decent money,
have large armies of devoted fans and are quietly, but steadily,
building careers." Baker adds, "It's misguided for artists
to think they need the massive exposure and approval of music
industry honchos a la 'American Idol' in order to succeed. The
musicians with the best odds of success take their careers into
their own hands, promote themselves relentlessly and create their
own lucky breaks."
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STUDIO
SPECIALS AND REMINDERS
NEW
ENGINEERING COURSE OFFERING!
Bristol
Recording Studios now offers REASON 2.5! Reason is the
wave of the future in music production, and you can get up to
speed in no time with our comprehensive course. Learn everything
from basic setup to advanced production techniques. Reason is
an infinitely expandable music workstation on a CD-ROM, complete
with its own real time sequence. Everything you need - synths,
samplers, a drum machine, mixing board & effects - to produce
virtually any style of music. Come to Bristol Recording Studios
and learn from recording education professionals. To get started
on this 10 week course, call Craig
today at 617-247-8689 to register! A $100 deposit will lock
you in and each class is $50. Flexible scheduling available!
How good are we
at this? Reason is currently sponsoring our JADA International
Remix Contest (For more details visit
www.jadamusic.com)!
RECORD YOUR DEMO NOW! Bristol
Recording Studios is now offering the SPRING DEMO DEAL.
This $1000 package includes: 15 hours of studio time, 20 CDs
with graphics and on-CD printing (a $535 savings!) Let our experienced
producers and engineers create record quality music to get your
demo the industry attention you've been looking for!
BANDS: Get a great sound, pay cheap rates, work with
chill engineers & great gear!
SONGWRITERS: Get radio quality production and exciting
arrangements from industry pros at affordable prices. Bring
your full musical vision to fruition!
SINGERS: Work with specially trained engineers who can
make you sound your best!
Creative environment and comfortable surroundings. If you want
to get there, you need to get here. For more information about
the Spring Demo Deal, or other recording packages call Craig
today at 617-247-8689.
GET FREE VOICE LESSONS!
Bristol Voice Studios is now offering new students a great way
to get into the TRUE Pop/Gospel/R&B vocal program! When
you come into Bristol Voice Studios as a new student, we offer
to you this incredible introductory package: When you buy four
lessons you get the fifth one for free, with no deposit required!!
Already enrolled in the program? Don't worry, you can get a
free lesson too! When you buy a block of 10 lessons you automatically
get a free voice lesson. That's almost three months of lessons
all paid for at one time. This is the easiest and most economical
way to manage your voice lessons. Any one interested in finding
out more about Bristol Voice studios is invited to come in for
a free, no obligation vocal consultation. To book your free
consultation, or if you are interested in purchasing a block
of lessons please call
Amie today at 617-247-8689.
LOOKING
FOR AFFORDABLE REHEARSAL SPACE?
Bristol Studios is
currently renting out rehearsal space by the hour. Solo performers
and ensembles alike are welcome to call Amie
today at 617-247-8689 to schedule a tour of our professional
facilities and to find out how we can accommodate your needs.
PROFESSIONAL TEACHING
SPACE AVAILABLE! Bristol
Studios is now offering professional teaching space for rent
by the hour! Located in Boston's Back Bay, right across the
street from Berklee College of Music and around the corner from
both the Boston Conservatory and the New England Conservatory
of Music, Bristol Studios is at the hub of music education in
the Boston area. Instrumental instructors, voice teachers and
dance instructors are welcome to call Amie
today at 617-247-8689 to schedule a tour of our professional
facilities and to find out how we can accommodate your needs.
OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE!
Bristol Studios now has office space available to rent to professional
music industry and entertainment related businesses. Located
in Boston's Back Bay, right across the street from Berklee College
of Music and around the corner from Newbury Street and Landsdowne
Street, Bristol Studios is at the hub of Boston's live music
scene. Call Amie
today at 617-247-8689 to schedule a tour of our available spaces
and to find out how we can accommodate your needs.
BRISTOL STUDIOS OFFERS GRAPHIC
DESIGN! Let
your CD make a big impression even before it's even heard! Not
only does accomplished Graphics Designer Merlyn Caswell-Mackey
design poster art and web pages, but he has also designed CD
graphics for pop sensation Jada, The Silver Lining Gospel Choir,
international cabaret stars The Follen Angels, and many more.
See his work for yourself! Visit
www.bristolstudios.com
or www.jadamusic.com today
to see Merlyn's work first hand. For more information about
our graphic services call Craig
today at 617-247-8689.
BRISTOL KARAOKE
PACKAGE!
We are presenting a new Karaoke package which presents a great
way to get into the studio at a reduced cost. This package offers
3 hours of studio time working with an experienced engineering
assistant, and 10 CDs with on-cd printing. Do not miss your
chance at this great opportunity and call Craig
today (617-247-8689).
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UPCOMING
CONCERTS AND PERFORMANCES
Jada's upcoming performances!
•Saturday, June 26, at the Northwest Connecticut Balloon
Festival, Goshen Fairgrounds, Goshen, CT.
•Saturday, July 3, HarborFest, City Hall Plaza!
Party on the Plaza! Celebrate our Independence with the City
of Boston. FREE event sponsored by the City of Boston. Show
begins at noon.
•Saturday, July 10, 6:00 PM, opening for Rueben Studdard.
At the John Hancock Hall, Boston. Featuring the Organized
Gear 3rd Annual Fashion Show and other opening acts: One
Luv (Bristol client) and PlayBack. Tickets will be
available at Bristol Recording & Voice Studios, 169 Massachusetts
Ave. or online at
www.BristolStudios.com
via PayPal.
For More performance dates check out www.jadamusic.com
The Grab Brothers will be playing at The Alibi in Province
Town for happy hour! Every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
from 4pm-7pm.
Captain Morgan and the Rum Runners - The wildest cover
band in the Merrimack Valley, Thursdays 9pm-1am Upstairs at
the Old Court 29 Central St., Lowell, MA for more information
about these crazy guys go to
www.lowellrocks.com
and search for the Rum Runners
The Maggie Rose Quartet Mondays, 9-12:30 pm The Encore
Lounge in the Tremont Hotel 175 Tremont St., Boston, MA
This Thursday and every Thursday! The Camelia Latin Jazz
Trio will be performing at El Sarape, an establishment known
for it's fine Mexican cuisine. El Sarape is located at 5 Commercial
Street in Braintree, MA. The Camelia Latin Jazz Trio will be
performing from 7:30 to 10:00pm, and admission is free.
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Services
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The
Services Bristol Recording & Voice Studios offer are:
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Recording Studio:
Recording
Mixing
Mastering
Production
Arrangement
Composition
Media Transfer
Digital Editing
Graphic Design
Web Design
CD/Tape Duplication
Promotional Services
Audio Engineering Courses
Digital Performer Courses
ProTools Courses
Production Courses
CD-Rom Authoring
DVD Authoring
Video Recording, Production, Editing & Duplication
Onsite Recording
Voice Over Talent Casting
Session Talent Casting
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Voice Studio:
Artist Development
Voice Lessons
Piano Lessons
Muisc Theory Lessons
Voice Over Lessons
Performance Workshop
Songwriting Workshop
Music Career Consultations and Workshop
Vocal Recording Workshop
Demo Critique
Audition Opportunities
Open Mic Nights & Student Showcases |
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