JT Carter originator of "The Crests" to be adviser to Hard Rocker Tom Martini

Mar 22, 2012 -
 JT Carter originator of "The Crests" and most famed for the hit song "16 Candles" in 1958, is to be tour adviser to Hard Rocker Tom Martini. Mr. Carter will work closely with Mr. Martini along with the entire Distorted Voices band to assist with vocals, tour experience, stage placement, and sound. Mr. Martini along with his publicist EA Kroll have known Mr. Carter for many years now and all involved are looking forward to JT's advise and experience's, throughout his many years of touring and national/global attention.

 About JT Carter and "The Crests":
The band was founded by J. T. Carter and included Talmoudge Gough, Harold Torres, and Patricia Van Dross (older sister of R&B great Luther Vandross). Carter selected vocalist Johnny Mastrangelo (later just Johnny Maestro) to perform as lead vocalist for the group. Maestro's vocal style on the group's recordings became instantly recognizable and a juke box favorite of the national teen audiences. Maestro's quality vocals, great song selections, and recordings with dance-easy beats made the winning combination for charted hits. The group had several Top 40 hits in the late 1950s and early 1960s on Coed Records, including "16 Candles", "Six Nights a Week", "The Angels Listened In", "A Year Ago Tonight", "Step By Step" and "Trouble In Paradise". They also charted with "Sweetest One" (Joyce label) in 1957. The Crests appeared and performed several times on national teen dance television shows in the late 1950s. Van Dross left The Crests in 1958 after recording two singles for Joyce Records. Maestro left for a solo career in 1961. He would later join The Del Satins, which would merge with The Rhythm Method to become Johnny Maestro & The Brooklyn Bridge. They had a Top 5 hit with "The Worst That Could Happen" in 1969. His place in The Crests was taken by new lead James Ancrum. The group recorded a new single, "Little Miracles". It was the first single not to chart in the Top 100. They also recorded "Guilty" (Selma label). Gough quit the group after the single, and was replaced by Gary Lewis (not to be confused with Gary Lewis of Gary Lewis & the Playboys fame). Torres would also be gone by the late 1960s. The group continued as a trio of Carter, Ancrum, and Lewis. This lineup continued until 1978, when the group split. Carter went on to sing with Charlie Thomas' Drifters. Carter then reformed the group in 1980. He auditioned over 200 singers, finally settling on lead Bill Damon, Greg Sereck, and Dennis Ray and New York drummer Jon Ihle. Carter continued the group well into the 1990s. He sold the trademarks to The Crests name to Tommy Mara in the late 1990s. Mara was Carter's lead vocalist at the time, and now continues the group without Carter. Carter now performs as part of the three person group Starz. Lewis is now singing with The Cadillacs.[3] The 1984 John Hughes teen film, Sixteen Candles, took its title from The Crests' song, which was re-recorded by The Stray Cats for the Sixteen Candles soundtrack. In 1987, Maestro, Carter, Torres and Gough reunited as The Crests for a reunion concert in Peekskill, New York. Patricia Van Dross died in 1993 of complications from diabetes. Hal Torres is deceased, and Tommy Gough is living in Flint, Michigan. Johnny Maestro died Wednesday, March 24, 2010, at his home in Cape Coral, Florida. He was 70 and had lived in Islip, New York, until 2003.[4] In April 2010, the Los Angeles-based rights-management firm Beach Road Music, LLC, acquired the Coed Records catalog, subsequently re-releasing the Maestro song "The Great Physician"[5] on the 2011 compilation album From The Vault: The Coed Records Lost Master Tapes, Volume 1. "The Great Physician" was originally released in 1960 as Coed 527, under the pseudonym "Johnny Masters".

 About Tom Martini and Distorted Voices:
Tom Martini This is not your average artist or rock band but instead Tom has solidified himself in different aspects of the music industry from clinic endorser to recording artist and has been fortunate to be involved in so many opportunities such as artist endorser for major musical companies during his career. He also has been recognized by the editors of and included in major publications throughout the US and Europe. His credits range from working with Duane Taylor("A" list publicist for Tina Turner, Janet Jackson), to Howard Stern talking about Tom's band Distorted Voices on "The Howard Stern Show", to MTV using a song that Tom wrote on the show "Made". Tom's fan base stretches around the world with comments and followers from some of the music industry's top artists.Tom always finds time to help others and give back and licenses his music to charities and organizations. Tom has licensed music to: MTV in 2004 for the song "Remember Me" for the show “Made” NFL Europe for broadcast throughout Europe during the 2007 season and Superbowl. Germany's Landstuhl Hospital Care Project to raise money for military soldiers returning from war. OMG Global Inc.-Supporting school music programs. Genuine Caring: for pediatric cancer,military veterans and local soup kitchens in Pa. WMMR 93.3fm in Philadelphia for a video called “Campout for Hunger 09” The Music Umbrella, US Tom is currently signed with: RCD Records in Germany for exclusive European promotion and distribution Media and Press(articles, played on, distributed and appeared on) WXLV 90.3fm The Matt Metal show WZZO 95.1fm,Allentown,Pa. WNTI 91.9fm-Vinyl Tap with Laura WSBG-Gary in the Morning Show WMMR 93.3fm Philadelphia KROQ,106.7fm L.A. California WSOU 89.5 NJ Pirate radio Ernie Ball Radio IM Radio Live360.com Clear Channel IHeart radio Distorted Voices been talked about and advertised by Howard Stern on radio show. PIBCO(Pocono Internet Broadcasting Company) Clinician for GuitarCon 2010 in NJ and Mass., Morley, Zoom, and Hartke. NEGB1.com. "NO RULES" and "OPEN AIR" was voted and held the #1 on the weekly Top 20., Guitar Player Magazine- 8/11, 1,07, Fast Lane Biker Magazine NY, Valley Beat Magazine, PA 9/11, The Pocono Record, Pa 2004 # # #

The Legendary JT Carter of "The Crests" - 2012 

11 year old drum prodigy, Cameron Roux joins The Resemblance

EA Kroll Productions is proud to announce, 11 year old drum prodigy Cameron Roux and Adriano Carangelo (17) on Bass, will be joining The Reseblance Paul and Lee Murray, brothers from Boston Mass.


The Resemblance is the work of two young brothers, Paul Murray (17) and his younger brother Lee (15). Which are joined by the 11 year old prodigy, Cameron Roux on drums and Adriano Carangelo (17) on Bass.

Music is not just a passion for these four, it's a life style. "It's what we do" say's front man Paul Murray. From the moment they picked up a guitar they knew this is what they wanted to do with their lives. From instrumentals that race through your veins like you've just been shot up with adrenalin to the more blues/rock sound, The Resemblance have a sound all their own.

You cannot compare their sound or style to any other artist out there in modern rock and that is what makes these two brothers the future of music! The Resemblance is the future of music and should not be taken lightly because of their age. They will blow you away.

Paul Murray has indulged in playing the guitar for about 5 or 6 years now. In collaboration with his brother Lee Murray, he is a guitarist in the band, “The Resemblance.” Paul focuses on making the most technically proficient and advanced rock and roll to date. Although, this technicality is not to get in the way of the reason that music was made in the first place: to sound good to the ears of everybody who listens.
He is heavily influenced by blues/classic rock guitarists such as Stevie Ray Vaughn, Jimmy Page, Robert Johnson, Jimi Hendrix etc and also masters of technicality such as Paul Gilbert, Joe Satriani and Eric Johnson. Most of all, he is influenced by Synyster Gates and Zacky Vengeance. The dual guitar solos and collaboration of Avenged Sevenfold’s guitarists have inspired the Murrays.

Lee Murray is the second lead guitarist in “The Resemblance.” He started to play at a very young age and continues to master the art of technicality of classical and the catchiness of blues. His main goal is to further music in a way that has been previously unheard of; he writes songs with stunning harmonies and intricate composition. Even with his unmatched intricacy, it is of utmost importance to him that he writes music that is accessible to every ear.

Lee, along with his brother Paul, are extremely inspired by the works of Synyster Gates and Zacky Vengeance of Avenged Sevenfold. Lee strives to further the works and harmonies of Sevenfold’s guitarist in an innovative way. He is also influenced by guitarist such as Eric Johnson, Paul Gilbert and Steve Vai.

Endorsements: Celestial Effects

Hard Rocker, Tom Martini officially announces his endorsement of Sonic Fusion Pedals

Hard rock guitarist Tom Martini of Distorted Voices is proud to announce his endorsement with Philadelphia based Sonic Fusion Pedals. Tom will be working very closely with Sonic Fusion Pedals in the promotion and marketing of the new pedals, which are scheduled to hit stores very soon. Tom will also be filming promotional videos for Sonic Fusion Pedals in the next couple of weeks in the Philadelphia area, along with Sonic Fusion Pedal clinics, TBA

About Sonic Fusion Pedals:

Sonic Fusion is a guitar effects pedal builder based in Philadelphia, PA. Back in the 80's I was an Electrical Engineering student at Villanova University and have been working with electronic circuits for almost 30 years now and have been a guitar player for almost as long. In 1989 I built my first Distortion+ clone for a Sophmore college project. I have been building pedals ever since for myself and friends. Everyone was so happy with my pedals I recently decided to offer boutique quality pedals to anybody that would be interested. I am a small one man operation and will strive to always remain so. Remaining small means being able to listen to each and every customer, being open for enhancements, new ideas, and ready to implement these ideas into my products. That is the kind of service you cannot expect from any major instruments manufacturer. And that is the main reason why I believe there is room for such a small but dedicated company as an alternative to the the mass produced monster companies churning out their pedals in shops overseas. Each pedal is my labor of love for a quality of tone and hand built by me to my exacting standards.

What about support...
I stand behind every pedal I build with a full 5 year warranty where I will repair or replace any pedals which have been deemed by me defective in either parts or workmanship. My goal is to never have a pedal returned for either of these reasons, but it is not a perfect world and sometimes things do go wrong.

What about quality...
Each pedal is built upon a solid foundation being...an FR4 dual clad US military spec manufactured PCB. Each layout is designed by me using all the knowledge, education and practical wizdom gained over several decades. Anybody can lay a circuit out, but careful thought of component placement and lead dress are critical for a quiet and quality pedal build. Ground planes are equally important for shielding, all my PCB's conatin a ground plane. I don't just plug and play components until something sounds good. I apply the theories and mathmatical equations required to calculate proper shelving frequencies and properly overlapping tone shaping curves for a gapless signal. Each pedal design also goes through extensive spectrum analysis and oscilloscope monitoring for proper calibration and validation of expected results. I source only the highest quality parts from US vendors. I hand assemble each pedal and rigerously test each finished product. I also drop test...yes...I drop test each pedal design for the equivelent of falling off a 6 foot stage onto a concrete floor several times. And that is the reason I can back each pedal with a 5 year waranty.
http://www.sonicfusionpedals.com/


About Tom Martini:

Tom Martini created a self titled solo musical project called “Distorted Voices” in 2007 that has morphed into a serious musical venture and model beyond anyone’s idea of what an indie artist could accomplish on their own. Tom’s becoming a sought after performer, instructor, and artist endorser. He has two sides of his project, the “instrumental side and the rock band side” and has succeeded at both. This is not your average artist or rock band but instead Tom has solidified himself in different aspects of the music industry from clinic endorser to recording artist and has been fortunate to be involved in so many opportunities such as artist endorser for major musical companies: Morley, Dunlop, Zoom, Samson, Dark Horse Strings, Sonic Fusion Pedals, Lava Cables, Hartke-guitar amps, Gear Hugger, and Ebtech. He also has been recognized and included in Jan 2007 & Aug 2011 Guitar Player Magazine, Fast Lane Biker NY, Pa Music Scene Magazine and the Valley Beat Magazine as well as Pa based newspapers. Tom has a very solid following in many countries and always finds time to contribute to social networks whether it's offering music advice or product advice for the equipment he endorses.

Tom gives back:
Tom has licensed music for good causes as well as MTV in 2004 for the show “Made”. Tom's licensed music in Germany to NFL Europa and ESPN for broadcast during the 2007 season and Superbowl, (Good thing Tom is a NY Giants fan!) and helps the Landstuhl Hospital Care Project by licensing his music to raise money for military soldiers returning from war to start their civilian lives or for medical care not covered by the military. Tom's heart and soul is about music so contributing to Music in School project, OMG Global helps school students keep their music programs in school due to government cuts. Tom's latest cause is Genuine Caring to help raise money for pediatric cancer in the Lehigh Valley, Pa areas. His songs “Reason To Live and Falling” are offered for sale and 80% of the proceeds go to helping families of children affected by cancer and other pediatric illness. Tom is proud to have had his song "Falling" used by WMMR 93.3fm in Philadelphia for a video called “Campout for Hunger 09” to raise donations of money and food for the homeless.

Media and Press:
Tom's music has been played on many internet and traditional radio stations. WZZO 95.1fm, Allentown, Pa. has played "Falling" on the Backyard Bands show and Tom has been interviewed on WNTI 91.9fm-Vinyl Tap with Laura, WSBG-Gary in the Morning Show, Gary in the Morning Internet broadcast, and PIBCO. His most recent event included informational and hands on clinics performing at GuitarCon 2010 in NJ, Mass and Florida. Radio rotation provided by The Matt Metal Show 90.3fm WXLV, Allentown, and NEGB1.com, of Boston. Tom’s instrumental songs: “NO RULES” and “OPEN AIR” recently was voted the #1 spot on the weekly Top 20 countdown. Tom’s latest venture is his own line of signature strings named "Tom Martini's Signature Series Strings" by Dark Horse Strings as well as product development with Dark Horse Strings and Sonic Fusion Pedals.

Tom is an artist with very positive values, artistic ideas and always willing to go that extra mile for his supporters. He continues to forge forward and attract fans, industry and followers from all around the world. Tom keeps his "Keep It Real" attitude and offers a different perspective to the music industry that is gaining the most important thing, RESPECT!
http://www.distortedvoices.com/

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Children's Defense Fund of New York endorses hip/hop artist D Train to assist in fund raising efforts for the children of New York City.

D Train announces his relationship and fundraising with NY Based Children's Defense Fund. Children's Defense Fund of New York endorses hip/hop artist D Train to assist in fund raising efforts for the children of New York City.

Hip/Hop Artist D Train will assist in fundraising efforts as an endorsed artist of The Children's Defense Fund, New York (CDFNY).

About Children's Defense Fund:

The Children's Defense Fund (CDF) is a non-profit child advocacy organization that has worked relentlessly for over 35 years to ensure a level playing field for all children. We champion policies and programs that lift children out of poverty; protect them from abuse and neglect; and ensure their access to health care, quality education and a moral and spiritual foundation. Supported by foundation and corporate grants and individual donations, CDF advocates nationwide on behalf of children to ensure children are always a priority.

We are a national organization with the capacity to work for children at federal, state and community levels across the country. We have our headquarters in Washington, D.C., and offices in California, Minnesota, Mississippi, Montana, New York, Louisiana, Ohio, South Carolina and Texas. Through these offices, we expand our work into North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, Alabama, Georgia, Arkansas and New Jersey. CDF Haley Farm in Clinton, Tenn., is our home for spiritual renewal, character and leadership development, intergenerational mentoring, and interracial and interfaith dialog about children's issues.

CDF MISSION STATEMENT:
The Children’s Defense Fund Leave No Child Behind® mission is to ensure every child a Healthy Start, a Head Start, a Fair Start, a Safe Start and a Moral Start in life and successful passage to adulthood with the help of caring families and communities.
CDF provides a strong, effective and independent voice for all the children of America who cannot vote, lobby or speak for themselves. We pay particular attention to the needs of poor and minority children and those with disabilities. CDF educates the nation about the needs of children and encourages preventive investments before they get sick, drop out of school, get into trouble or suffer family breakdown.
CDF began in 1973 and is a private, nonprofit organization supported by foundation and corporate grants and individual donations.

Tom Martini signs exclusive promotional agreement with European Based Record Label RCD Music Records

Tom Martini is proud to announce a cooperation partnership with RCD Music Records, a German based Record Label. RCD Music Records has signed an exclusive promotion agreement with Mr. Martini to promote Mr. Martini into the European music markets. Mr. Martini’s 1st show in Europe is scheduled for the beginning of June. Dates to be announced.

Owner Rudolf Dahlinger, of RCD Music Records - quote - “Tom is an achievement in the music industry and it’s our pleasure to be working with Tom and we hope this cooperation will spread beyond European borders”

www.rcdmusicrecords.de
http://www.distortedvoices.com/

About RCD Music Records:
RCD Records has been active in the National and International music business since 1984. RCD’s contacts in the ever-changing music business are some of the largest music insiders in the world.

About Tom Martini:
Tom Martini created a self titled solo musical project called Distorted Voices in 2007 that has morphed into a serious musical venture and model beyond anyone’s idea of what an indie artist could accomplish on their own without any "real" industry support, funding, or plan and is becoming a sought after performer, instructor, and artist endorser.

This is not your average artist or rock band but instead Tom has solidified himself in different aspects of the music industry from clinic endorser to recording artist and has been fortunate to be involved in so many opportunities such as artist endorser for major musical companies: Morley, Dark Horse Strings, Sonic Fusion Pedals, Dunlop, Zoom, Samson, Lava Cables, Hartke-guitar amps, Gear Hugger Mic Stands, and Ebtech. He also has been recognized and included in Jan 2007 & Aug 2011 Guitar Player Magazine, Fast Lane Biker NY, Pa Music Scene Magazine and the Valley Beat Magazine as well as Pa based newspaper, The Pocono Record. Tom has a very solid following in many countries and always finds time to contribute to social networks whether it's offering music advice or product advice for the equipment he endorses.

Tom always finds time to help others and give back.

Tom has licensed music for good causes as well as MTV in 2004 for the show “Made”. Tom's licensed music in Germany to NFL Europe and ESPN for broadcast during the 2007 season and Superbowl, and helps the Landstuhl Hospital Care Project by licensing his music to raise money for military soldiers returning from war to start their civilian lives or for medical care not covered by the military.Tom's heart and soul is about music so contributing to Music in School project, OMG Global helps school students keep their music programs in school due to government cuts. Tom's latest cause is Genuine Caring to help raise money for pediatric cancer in the Lehigh Valley, Pa areas. His songs Reason to Live and Falling are offered for sale and 80% of the proceeds go to helping families of children affected by cancer and other pediatric illness. Tom is proud to have had his song "Falling" used by WMMR 93.3fm in Philadelphia for a video called “Campout for Hunger 09” to raise donations of money and food for the homeless.

Media and Press:

Tom's music has been played on many internet and traditional radio stations and continues to gain respect and support throughout the industry.
WZZO 95.1fm,Allentown,Pa. has played "Falling" on the Backyard Bands show and Tom has been interviewed on WNTI 91.9fm-Vinyl Tap with Laura, WSBG-Gary in the Morning Show,Gary in the Morning Internet broadcast, and PIBCO and the latest Concert Series-Live from the Rock n Roll Ranch, Live365.com, Everything Sixx Strings-with Pieter Holland. His most recent event included informational and hands on clinics performing at GuitarCon 2010 in NJ, Mass and Florida. Radio rotation provided by The Matt Metal Show 90.3fm WXLV, Allentown, NEGB1.com, where Tom’s instrumental songs: NO RULES and OPEN AIR recently was voted to the #1 spot and topped the weekly Top 20 countdown. Latest venture has his own line of signature strings with Dark Horse Strings called "Tom Martini's Signature Strings" as well as product development with Dark Horse, Sonic Fusion Pedals, and soon Acepro guitars.

Tom is an artist with very positive values, artistic ideas and always willing to go that extra mile for his supporters. He continues to forge forward and attract fans, industry and followers from all around the world. In an age where the music industry is failing, Tom keeps his "Keep It Real" attitude and offers a different aspect in the music industry that is gaining the most important thing, respect! The world needs an artist that is doing what Tom is doing and has done.

Patrick Murphy, of Niles Michigan is the winner of the Great Guitar Gear Giveaway

Patrick Murphy, of Niles Michigan is the winner of the Great Guitar Gear Giveaway contest by Tom Martini. Congratulations to Patrick and enjoy your prizes.... Sponsors include, Morley Pedals, Dark Horse Strings, Gear Hugger, Lava Cables, EA Kroll Productions and The Matt Metal Show....

Tom Martini to announce the winner of His contest on WXLV FM 90.3

Today will be the Matt Metal holiday special! Tedd, Suzy and Matt are picking out songs for all of you and our special guest will be Tom Martini of Distorted Voices. Tom is going to be announcing the winner of his nationally run contest on the air tonight. He will also be playing some acoustic for us along with a Christmas song. We are also giving away tickets to Halestorm tonight! Catch us at 6pm tonight on 90.3FM WXLV or at www.wxlvradio.com! Crank it up and rip the knob off!