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"Scene And Heard" Contest To Give Independent Songwriters An Unprecedented Opportunity

Yamaha Joins In To Provide Custom Prize Packages

Los Angeles, CA (May 6, 2008) - Groundbreaking faith-based Web TV series, Tyler's Ride is partnering with IndieHeaven, the leading Christian independent artist organization, to present Scene And Heard, a unique contest for independent songwriters around the world. Yamaha, a world leader for musical instruments and audio equipment, has joined in to provide custom prize packages for the top winners.

Beginning today, May 6, 2008, songwriters can submit an original song through the IndieHeaven website Song Submission Page to be reviewed by a panel of top industry professionals from both the music and entertainment worlds, including record label executives and movie music supervisors.

First place winners will receive a complete Yamaha recording package including Cubase 4 and the new AudioGram 6 audio interface (valued at $1200.00) and the possibility of having their song featured in one of the Season 2 episodes.

Sue L. Ross, artist relations director for IndieHeaven comments: "With the growing success of today's 'webisodes', we are excited to give our members at IndieHeaven yet another avenue and opportunity to strut their 'multi-media' indie talents on this fun and entertaining series".

Created and produced by Paulist Productions, Tyler's Ride is the latest in the growing world of Internet television. With general market hits like Quarterlife and Roommates, this expanding medium is becoming a launching point for writers and actors, showcasing new talent such as Tyler's Ride lead actors Grant Alan and Natalie Wachen. Also featuring Christian music favorite, Jeremy Camp, in his acting debut, new episodes of the web series are posted each Tuesday, taking viewers into the life of Tyler, an aspiring musician, and his quest to follow his dreams.

"The Web TV series follows the adventures of Tyler, a young man whose search for identity and purpose leads him to his newfound passion for music," explains, Father Frank Desiderio, Executive Producer of the series and President of Paulist Productions. "Aspiring musicians can watch episodes on the website for inspiration. The hit, winning song should embody the energy, feel and vision of the Tyler's Ride series. The goal is to encourage up-and-coming artists to follow their dreams and put their passion to action."

Songs for the Scene And Heard Contest may be submitted through July 31, with winners announced after August 15.

About Paulist Productions
Paulist Productions creates films and television programs that reveal God's presence in the contemporary human experience. Our mission is to challenge our viewers to love others and to liberate one another from all that is dehumanizing. We encourage other entertainment professionals to help unify the human family through the power of the media.

About IndieHeaven
Indieheaven is a member supported independent musician resource agency that provides members a world class profile with unlimited content, physical and digital distribution (100% of sales going to the artist), marketing, promotion, and management services. Indieheaven also provides strong community through their IH Network. Online non-stop since 2002, Indieheaven is located in the heart of CCM, Franklin, TN. Indieheaven's reputation has been earned through impeccable service and attention to the needs of their members. Discover the Future of Music at: www.indieheaven.com

About Yamaha
Established in 1887, Yamaha is the world's largest manufacturer of musical instruments and a cutting edge provider of music and sound reinforcement technologies. With offerings in almost every instrument category, Yamaha is widely recognized as one of the finest musical instrument brands available as well as a world leader in professional audio solutions. www.yamaha.com

For more information about the Tyler's Ride web series, behind the scenes coverage and the Scene and Heard Songwriter Contest, please visit www.tylersride.com

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Leading independent Christian organization announces winners at their annual conference

Indieheaven.com/The Christian Independent Alliance, the leading organization for Christian independent musicians announces the winners of the 2008 MOMENTUM AWARDS. The Momentum Awards, now in it's 3rd year, are the premier award recognition program for Christian independent artists. Previous award winners have seen opportunities for advancement in their music and mission because of the recognition the awards garner. Some have moved into the CCM Industry, while others have continued to see success as independent artists.

Indieheaven president, Keith Mohr states, "as the music industry continues to change and more and more artists are either staying independent or going back to their independent roots, it is important to recognize the pursuit of excellence in this growing indiestry. The basis for the Momentum Awards is not competition, but comrades applauding and encouraging one another to create momentum in their music missions. We teach indies that momentum is paramount to success as an independent artist."

Fan voting and a panel selected the winners in 15 categories. 4 special awards were also handed out. The Momentum Awards were cosponsored by Christian Radio Weekly

2008 MOMENTUM AWARD WINNERS

Urban Artist of the Year Award
Alyce Metallo

Southern Gospel Artist of the Year Award
Cathy J. Reynolds

Jazz Artist of the Year Award
Drew Davidsen

Instrumental Artist of the Year Award
Della

Blues Artist of the Year Award
Gypsy Carns

Country Artist of the Year Award
Steven Coy Cook

Acoustic Artist of the Year Award
Chris Lucas

Worship Artist of the Year Award
Broken Vessels

Inspirational Artist of the Year Award
Sean Smith

Rock Artist of the Year Award
Mile7

Contemporary Artist of the Year Award
Jennifer Austin

Female Vocalist of the Year Award
Kristyn Leigh

Male Vocalist of the Year Award
Bill Petty

Song of the Year Award
Brad Reynolds- Anyway

Album of the Year Award
Donna Kay - Finally Letting Go

Special Awards

Hardest Working Indie Artist Award
Bread of Stone

The Indie Friend Award
Rockin' Ron Corino

The Indie Spirit Award
Harry Offutt

The Indie Perseverence Award
Mark Cable

ABOUT INDIEHEAVEN.COM
Indieheaven is a member supported independent musician resource agency that provides members a world class profile with unlimited content, physical and digital distribution (100% of sales going to the artist), marketing, promotion, and management services. Indieheaven also provides strong community through their IH Network. Online non-stop since 2002, Indieheaven is located in the heart of CCM, Franklin, TN. Indieheaven's reputation has been earned through impeccable service and attention to the needs of their members. Discover the Future of Music at: www.indieheaven.com

ABOUT CHRISTIAN INDEPENDENT ALLIANCE
The CIAlliance is a non-profit organization dedicated to Christian musicians, singers, bands, songwriters and others, who are impacting people with their music and message worldwide. For more information, visit www.cialliance.org

Indieheaven.com/The Christian Independent Alliance, the leading Christian independent musician resource held their 5th annual CIA Summit conference on March 28-29, 2008 in Franklin, TN. The Summit has established itself as an event that focuses on the independent musician, encouraging attendees to create momentum, and to pursue passion and excellence in their music mission. The event is quite different than other industry style music seminars, as no talent contests are held, or battles of the bands competing for industry attention.


CIA Summit founder Keith Mohr states, "There are plenty of idol types of contests and seminars, but our focus has been and will always be to renew the artist mind that they can be successful as an independent artist if they create content of excellence, have a strong work ethic, and engage in community with other independent artists. We are seeing many success stories from artists joining and using our Indieheaven.com organization, and cultivating strong relationships on our Indieheaven Network.

Hundreds of independent artists from around the globe assembled for the CIA Summit. Teachers and speakers included: Indieheaven/Christian Independent Alliance President, Keith Mohr, Sue Ross of The Inner Vizion, Charlie Peacock, Zoro The Drummer, mainstream music guru Bob Baker of The Buzz Factor, Rick Cua, Tom Jackson, Robert Beeson of Advocate Entertainment, Eric Copeland of Creative Soul, Brad Mathias of Infinity Music Distribution, Warren Barfield-Essential Records Artist, Kevan Cyka, Robert Anthony, and many more

In the days leading up to the CIA Summit, Tom Jackson shared his vast knowledge of live performance tips in a special one day seminar on March 26, 2008. On March 27, 2008, CMS Productions held their 2nd annual Nashville Songwriters Bootcamp, with Charlie Peacock and representatives from the CCM industry including EMI, Provident, Integrity and others. Songwriters had their songs critiqued, and learned about the craft of writing from a seasoned panel of industry pros.

In a time of rapid change in the Christian music industry, independent artists not only must be talented, they must also be educated on how to succeed as an independent, since 99% will remain indie. The CIA Summit equips, empowers, encourages, and delivers the truth about serving Christ through the medium of music.

For more information on the CIA Summit and all of the events, visit the Summit website at: www.ciasummit.com

The 2008 CIA Summit was sponsored by: Indieheaven.com, Mission of Mercy.

Emerging Indie Artist Project Supports Mission of Mercy, Serving Orphans in Poverty Stricken Areas of the World

Indelible Creative Group, in association with Indieheaven.com, is announcing the release of Top 20 Indie 2008. The album compiles 20 of the most talented emerging artists from Indieheaven.com's stable of independent Christian artists on one CD that releases on March 18, 2008. Artists and songs for the album were selected from members of Indieheaven.com by a panel of music industry experts from Indelible Creative Group and Indieheaven.com based on song quality, artist exposure and web traffic among other criteria.

"We've been looking for the right partner to help our Indieheaven.com members accomplish their mission," comments Keith Mohr, Indieheaven.com president. "Joining with Indelible Creative Group to bring independent artists to the world is a real God thing. We look forward to the future with Chris Thomason and his team at Indelible."

In addition to the artists culled from IndieHeaven.com, the album also features new music from "GMA in the Rockies" talent competition winners, Crystal Stark (2006) and Rachel Hurt (2007).

Chris Thomason, Indelible Creative Group president and founder, developed the concept for the project. "In the world of independent music there are very few places you can go to get 'real world' information and practical advice to facilitate artistry and ministry," says Thomason. "Indieheaven.com has proven to be that place, and we are excited to partner with them to create a product that brings greater awareness to independent artists."

Top 20 Indie 2008 will also support Mission of Mercy's Swaziland Mercy Center project in Africa. The Mercy Center serves orphans from pre-school through age 18 in the world's highest known area of HIV/AIDS. Mission of Mercy is a Christian-based humanitarian organization helping to meet the physical and spiritual needs of children in poverty-stricken areas of the world. Through their programs, children receive food, education, medical aid and an opportunity to become contributing members and leaders of their communities. Mission of Mercy is active in 21 nations around the world.

"We are so pleased to be partnering with Indelible Creative Group on Top 20 Indie 2008," says Mission of Mercy vice-president of development, Rick Mitchell. "Their heart for children living in poverty is evident. We look forward to raising awareness and helping the needs of the children we serve through this CD project."

Information on the album, IndieHeaven.com, Mission of Mercy, and how to submit music for future projects can all be found at www.top20indie,com, which will serve as the online home for the brand. The site will include features on each of the artists, song samples and links back to their Indieheaven.com profiles.

Later in the year Indelible Creative Group has plans for two more releases in the series including: Top 20 Indie Worship 2008 and Top 20 Indie Rock 2008. Word Distribution will handle sales for the albums priced at $9.99 in the CBA market with WEA servicing digital outlets, including iTunes, in the general market.

If you are an independent Christian artist and want to submit your song for consideration for the Top 20 Indie Worship 2008, JOIN INDIEHEAVEN TODAY and submit through their song submission process after joining. ALL songs placed on the compilations will be songs produced by Indieheaven members.

TO PURCHASE TOP20INDIE2008 CD'S OR DOWNLOAD ALL 20 SONGS, CLICK HERE

ABOUT INDIEHEAVEN.COM
Indieheaven is a member supported independent musician resource agency that provides members a world class profile with unlimited content, physical and digital distribution (100% of sales going to the artist), marketing, promotion, and management services. Indieheaven also provides strong community through their IH Network. Online non-stop since 2002, Indieheaven is located in the heart of CCM, Franklin, TN. Indieheaven's reputation has been earned through impeccable service and attention to the needs of their members. Discover the Future of Music at: www.indieheaven.com

ABOUT INDELIBLE
Indelible Creative Group is a music and film company based in Nashville, Tenn. creating experiences through media products that are culturally and spiritually relevant. The company represents recording artists including Travis Cottrell, Phil Joel, Jeff Deyo and SPUR58 among others. Among its current DVD releases are Max Lucado 3:16 Stories of Hope, Crave short film series from best-selling author Erwin Raphael McManus and popular children's entertainer Miss PattyCake. Word Distribution provides distribution services to CBA retail; with Lionsgate (film) and WEA (music) serving the general market. For more information, visit Indelible Online

ABOUT MISSION OF MERCY
Mission of Mercy was founded in 1954 with a missionary's heart in Calcutta, India to serve among that city's poor. Today, Mission of Mercy is headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO and is active in 21 nations around the world. Currently they are providing help and hope to more than 35,000 children through their primary and secondary schools, children's homes and child sponsorship programs. Visit the Mission of Mercy Website. Visit the Mission of Mercy Artist Program Website.


Leading independent Christian organization starts Non-Profit foundation for indie musicians and artists.

FRANKLIN, TN JANUARY 11, 2008--Indieheaven, the leading Christian independent musician resource announces the next chapter in their 10 year history, "The Christian Independent Alliance." CIAlliance founder, Keith Mohr states, "After working with thousands of independent Christian artists and musicians since 1997, I believe artists of faith should be sent to the church and world by an organization who has a proven history of supporting independent Christian artists and musicians. We will accomplish this through our new non-profit, assisting members with fund raising, grants and scholarships for recording new music, and other services they need. The model is based on partnerships, memberships and strategic alliances with individuals and companies we know and trust.

Members of the CIAlliance receive 1 year membership to Indieheaven.com, discounts to CIAlliance conferences and events, the ability to raise support through the non-profit umbrella, and be eligible to receive matching grants for services offered through the alliance.

For more information on the CIAlliance, go to:
http://www.cialliance.org

IndieHeaven, internationally acclaimed Independent Music Artist Resource Agency, located in Franklin, TN is pleased to announce the addition of Sue Ross, music management consultant/author/speaker to their company.

With a "mini-lifetime" of experience in the music and entertainment industry, Sue, mother and prior manager of Hollywood/Disney recording artists, Everlife, has delved and many times found herself thrown into, every aspect of the music industry. With a grass roots approach and a "unique to the artist alone" mindset, Sue has helped create individual foundations for an artist to stand and then walk on. These foundations turned into plans that have literally seen businesses expand almost immediately. Having put her energies into a young, unknown band with a passion to "share" that has now seen national recognition, has given her a huge heart for the Independent artist and helping to bring their success to fruition.

As creator and owner of The Inner Vizion Management Consulting Agency, a myriad of independent artists have experienced her unique ability to bring out distinctive avenues of their gifts and use them to build their ministry/career with the total picture in mind. She has also been a co-founder/promoter of many events, including Godstock, Back to the Music GMA Showcase and The Tsunami Rock Benefit show, to name a few.Her teaching ability was sparked from her involvement as a Life Skills teacher and counselor for Hitek Industries in Orlando, FL, visionary and instructor of LEA (Leadership, Evangelism and the Arts), teaching theatrical drama for church organizations and through the home schooling of her three daughters. She has been a keynote speaker for various youth seminars, women and leadership events, parent training seminars and our own CIA Summit.

With fervor for missions, Sue has participated and has been involved in leadership on the mission field with Teen World Outreach, Big World Ventures, Food for the Hungry and began her own short-term mission organization called Pilgrims of Hope. She just recently returned from Bolivia, where she spent time with two independent bands who shared their music abroad. Sue has authored many articles, press releases, bios and is currently finishing her first ideas for independent music artists book, "Managing Your Band the Indie Way".

She has handled publicity for various artists, including Nashville top 20 recording artist, Andrew Carlton and Walden Media/Bristol Bay Productions for the movie Amazing Grace that was released this spring to theaters nationwide.

"Instead of thanking us, it should be US thanking YOU. You brought us vision, passion, strong contacts, and an impeccable work ethic to the Nashville market. Not incidentally, Nashville was one of our top performing markets. We cannot thank you enough. Thanks for passing this story on."- Clayton Ferguson, Walden Media, Los Angeles, CA.

Indieheaven President, Keith Mohr states, "With all of this experience behind her, I believe Sue will be a vital addition to the resources that we offer to our current and future members. She is a dynamic speaker, with an ear that listens. She is a visionary who will work alongside and enable us to take the "next step and beyond" with IndieHeaven as we continue to soar to new heights in the quest to serve our members with passion and excellence."

So grab a cup of coffee, browse the multitude of opportunities available to independent artists on IndieHeaven and also get to know Sue a little better. Check out Sue's news corner weekly on THE INDIEHEAVEN NETWORK - AS THE WORLD TURNS - for insight and noteworthy ideas!

Indieheaven.com is excited to announce a new feature to their ever expanding website for independent Christian artists. IHTV features videos from bands and artists who are members of Indieheaven. Surfers can view all videos one after the other, or select their favorite video from a list. Surfers can leave comments about the videos through an interactive form.

To see the videos, check them out at IHTV

If you are an independent Christian artist, join Indieheaven today! Click HERE to apply for membership.

If you are a fan of Christian music and want to meet tons of artists, check out The Indieheaven Network. Click Click HERE to check it out!

If you are an independent Christian artist,NOW is the time to join Indieheaven.com. Indieheaven now provides indie artists with digital distribution to hundreds of brick and mortar retail outlets, without the need to ship physical product to stores! Join Indieheaven NOW to have YOUR music evaluated and ingested into this incredible opportunity! Click HERE to join and get started!

(NASHVILLE, TN) ---Integra Interactive announces the signing of an exclusive agreement with IndieHeaven.com for digital distribution of their member indie artists' CDs and songs through Integra's myMEDIA BurnBar system.

The agreement further expands the rapidly growing content that is burnable with the myMEDIA BurnBar system. Shoppers will be able to select individual songs from any artist in the system and create a custom CD. "This is a win-win relationship for us," stated David Amster, Chief Innovation Officer for Integra Interactive. "IndieHeaven.com is the largest association of independent artists. They have great relationships with the artists and can help us in bringing many of them into our system." At least 300 indie artists are expected to be available for burning.

"Integra has an excellent reputation with Christian retailers," declared Keith Mohr, President of IndieHeaven.com. "They are the major provider of burning systems and we believe their understanding of the 'long-tail' of music will really help many of our indie artists get discovered by music buyers."

As part of the exclusive partnership, independent artists that license their songs for burning must also join indieheaven.com. This will provide indie artists with advance online marketing tools through the IndieHeaven.com website as well as enable them to link up with fellow indie artists.

Since its launch on June 1, 2007 over 100 myMEDIA BurnBar systems have been shipped to Christian retailers with another 50+ shipping late July. Integra Interactive is the CBA channel's largest provider of shopper touchpoint systems with over 650 retailers deploying over 1,400 interactive shopper screens.

Indieheaven is a member supported independent musician resource agency that provides members a world class profile with unlimited content, physical and digital distribution (100% of sales going to the artist), marketing, promotion, and management services. Indieheaven also provides strong community through their IH Network. Online non-stop since 2002, Indieheaven is located in the heart of CCM, Franklin, TN. Indieheaven's reputation has been earned through impeccable service and attention to the needs of their members. Discover the Future of Music at: www.indieheaven.com
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