H’ART/digital: Zebralution.

KOTTAK’S current label SNUG Records will share in the plan as well.

Price Vernon/bass & Johnny Lucas/guitar round out the group.

“After months of shopping and meetings all over the planet, Athena & I decided to go with CMM based on the history of Wolfgang Rott”, says James, “He is a seasoned veteran in every aspect of the music biz AND is taped into the current pulse of change in the industry”! “He has an outstanding staff to back him up as well…We are more than excited!” The deal covers  Europe & North America and includes physical & all digital products.

The release date for KOTTAK ‘ROCK & ROLL FOREVER’ in Europe will be MAY 14.

At presstime, the N. American release date is TBD.

Wolfgang Rott has led countless marketing campaigns in Germany and Europe and still does for Iron Maiden, The Scorpions, Trans-Siberian Orchestra, etc…

According to James “Since we just completed a successful 16 show headling tour of Europe in February w/Swedish band Blowsight , we felt it important to release R & R Forever ASAP while we have great momentum in Europe.”

R & R Forever is produced & co-written by Tommy Henriksen (Daughtry, Lady GaGa)

It was recorded in Los Angeles and Nashville in Sept & Oct 2009 at Henriksens’ Anarchy Studios.

This is the third release by KOTTAK (formerly KrunK)

Previously released: KOTTAK/Krunk) ‘greatist hits’ 2000 & ‘therupy’ 2007.

Google/Bing: KOTTAK

For interview requests, booking, etc, please contact Bjorn/CMM

www.saol-music.com

KOTTAK MGMT: DON JOHNSON djohnsonmgmt@sbcglobal.net

One of the most promising and critically acclaimed US metal bands, Age of Evil, is gearing up to headline one of Los Angeles’ most popular venues, The Viper Room, on Saturday, April 10th at 7pm.  The Scottsdale, Arizona-based group is comprised of a double pair of brothers – singer/rhythm guitarist Jeremy Goldberg, guitarist Jordan Ziff, bassist Jacob Goldberg, and drummer Garrett Ziff – and is still flying high from the release of their debut EP, ‘Get Dead,’ which has created quite a buzz throughout the metal community. 
“I love playing LA, because of the vibe I get,” says Garrett. “You’ve got the rockers, the metalheads, and all the hot girls getting together for a great time!” Jacob agrees with Garrett’s assessment – “Looking forward to playing in such an iconic place.” And lastly, Jordan adds, “It beats Arizona!” 
Recently, the Sea of Tranquility website praised the band, saying “If this kind of talent keeps popping up and staying true to the metal way, then I think that the genre is in excellent hands.” Additional accolades have been bestowed upon the group from Andy Secher, editor for Hit Parader Magazine, who says, “Thanks to young Arizona rockers Age of Evil, the sounds of vintage metal are alive and well as we kick off the second decade of the 21st Century.” Add to it Revolver Magazine picking Age of Evil as a ‘Band to Watch” in 2010 and ‘Get Dead’ recently deemed a “New & Noteworthy Release” for four weeks straight on iTunes, and you have one of metal’s fastest rising acts. 
Undoubtedly, the upcoming Viper Room performances will only further cement Age of Evil’s standing as one of metal’s brightest hopes.
Where: The Viper Room When:  Saturday, April 10th Time:    7 P.M
For more information on The Viper Room performance, visit: http://www.ageofevil.com/Viper_Room.html
Please note this is a 21 and over performance!
FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT: www.ageofevil.com www.myspace.com/ageofevil

Classic AOR band set for a June/July 2010 CD release

Los Angeles, CA – Classic AOR band ASIA Featuring John Payne has inked a recording deal with Steve Vai’s Favored Nations record label. A June/July release is scheduled for the yet-to-be-named CD. Asia Featuring John Payne is currently planning worldwide tourdates to support the new album.

“I am very excited about working with Steve Vai and Dean Schachtel [Favored Nations A&R],” John Payne states. “Apart from being consummate professionals that I admire and respect, their added knowledge of the business is superlative. In a time of change within this industry and conglomerates run by bean counters, Favored Nations is the ideal company for our music and our future. I could not be more happy with this union.”
“The artists signed to Favored Nations are a unique, dedicated breed that have attained the highest performance level on their chosen instruments. If you’re a music lover who is passionate about real musicianship, we know you will want to hear our albums.”

Steve Vai, from http://www.favorednations.com

John Payne became the frontman of the supergroup ASIA in 1992 at the invitation of keyboardist Geoff Downes, replacing vocalist/bassist John Wetton. ASIA extensively toured the world for the next 14 years performing new classics and old favorites. With John Payne fronting the band, ASIA released 8 stunning studio albums and several live recordings. In 2006, Geoff Downes left the band to reform the 1982 line up for their 25th anniversary. On the 9th of May 2006, John Payne, Geoff Downes, John Wetton, Carl Palmer and Steve Howe contractually agreed that John Payne would continue his 14 year legacy with ASIA as ”ASIA Featuring John Payne”.

ASIA Featuring John Payne Member Bios

Guitarist Mitch Perry joins ASIA Featuring John Payne for the 2009 summer tour. Gold records, sold out concert tours, MTV video and network TV appearances, numerous magazine features and recognition in the form of several guitar awards, over the last 25 years Mitch Perry has accomplished all of the above in a career working alongside some of the most renowned and popular musicians in the world. Mitch’s discography and touring experience reads like a who’s who of rock ranging from Aerosmith to Michael Schenker Group to Cher and Edgar Winter. His performances both live and in the studio show him to be a truly world class guitarist.  www.myspace.com/mitchperry

Drummer Jay Schellen joined as ASIA’s premiere drummer in 2005, toured in Europe with the band and recording the album ASIA Featuring John Payne EXTENDED VERSIONS for Sony in 2006 when he remained with ASIA Featuring John Payne. Before joining ASIA, Jay played drums for Hurricane, Unruly Child, Badfinger and Conspiracy with Chris Squire from Yes.

Keyboardist Erik Norlander joined ASIA Featuring John Payne in November of 2007. Erik’s evocative synthesizer technique is reminiscent of the legendary Rick Wakeman, Keith Emerson and Jon Lord while still very unique made him an obvious choice for the band. His works include over 25 releases with Lana Lane, Rocket Scientists and solo titles www.eriknorlander.com

Vocalist/bassist John Payne fronted ASIA for 14 years replacing John Wetton in 1992. 8 studio albums and 6 live albums followed including extensive world touring with the band. In 2006, John formed “ASIA Featuring John Payne” and is performing shows with his current lineup. Previous to ASIA, John sang with Roger Daltrey, CCCP, ELO Part 2 and more recently GPS plus being chosen as the Parson in Jeff Wayne’s The War Of The Worlds stadium tour.

For more information about ASIA Featuring John Payne, please visit www.theasiaband.com and www.myspace.com/asiafeaturingjohnpayne.  For additional information about Favored Nations, please visit www.favorednations.com