The Music Industry’s Top Record Labels visit Charlotte for Talent Search and Reality TV Pilot

Sept. 21, 2010 - PRLog -- (CHARLOTTE, NC) - GOGETTAS Music Group (GMG) and Omar McCallop, founder and producer of one of the largest and most recognized music award shows of the Carolinas, the Carolina Music Awards, announced earlier this month a joint collaboration to search the Carolinas to choose 50 acts to represent contestants for, “NEXT” Carolinas Independent Artist Showcase on Friday, October 15th, at Grand Central Music Hall—1000 Central Avenue, Charlotte, NC.  

With Charlotte’s quickly progressing growth on all fronts, “Queen City” is also demanding the music industry spotlight this fall.   Music acts will take the stage before an elite panel of judges from the music industry’s top labels including the “Big 6”, where one lucky artist or band is given an opportunity to receive an artist development and recording contract at the showcase final in April.

The showcase will be recorded live for a reality television pitch to major networks, and will feature 10 acts each month representing R&B, Neo Soul, Pop, Gospel, Rock, Country, and Alternative music genres to be judged on their performances in categories including vocals, stage presence, and personality.  

Hosted by HBO’s Bad Boys of Comedy Dave Martin, the showcase brings major players in the music industry to the October showcase premier:  Michelle Bell, VP Sales and Marketing for Universal Music Group, Gerald “G” Flowers, Senior A/R Director for MBK Entertainment, Rachel Harelle, Representative for MBK Entertainment, Rondell “Mr. Beatz” Cobbs, Staff Super Producer for Cash Money Records, Miykal Snoody, Super Producer for Compound Entertainment, Troyton “T-Swagg” Rami, CEO/Super Producer for Black Shadow Records, Henry “Hen-Roc” Polanco , National Director of Mix Show, Club Promotions for Bad Boy Entertainment, and Omar McCallop, Carolina Music Awards and Georgia Music Awards Founder.  Bell shares her anticipation about her visit to Charlotte, “I am very excited to see what talent is hidden in the Carolinas.”  She continues, “Universal is always scouting for exceptional talent across all genres for the next big star, so my eyes will definitely be locked on that stage!”  Omar McCallop explains, “We are honored and humbled that GOGETTAS invited us to be a part of this event.  MCCallop further explains, “They are bringing some of the most powerful people in music to the Carolinas. It is an incredible opportunity for the Carolinas and Carolina music!”  “NEXT” Carolinas October showcase also features a live guest performance by MBK Entertainment’s Jermaine Paul, former lead background singer for Alicia Keys, soon to release his debut album with his hit single “Airplane”.

An official Music Industry Networking After Party will immediately follow the October showcase.  Guests include radio personalities, music and entertainment writers, music producers, DJs, and celebrity guests.  

The scheduled event is open to the public, but as space is limited, RSVP is required at http://www.nextcarolinas.eventbrite.com.  General admission tickets (standing only) are $25.00, tables seating 4 guests are $120.00, tables for 8 are $240.00, VIP booths for 6 are $180.  General admission tickets are limited to accommodate seated guests.  

VIP access is limited and exclusive to special guests, media, and music industry professionals.  To request VIP access, email publicity@nocolacompany.com.

The one-time $50.00 registration fee for all artists includes audition and an opportunity to perform in one of five showcases, one event pass to a showcase of choice, and promotional opportunities.  For registration and audition submissions visit:  http://www.regonline.com/nextcarolinas.  Promotional code, GOGETTAS is required.  

Vendors and Sponsors should email inquiries to its@nocolacompany.com.  

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About GOGETTAS Music Group
GOGETTAS Music Group (GMG) is a trailblazing music and entertainment company to launch 2011, building a diverse catalog of recorded music through music production, music publishing, and artist management and development.

About Carolina Music Awards
Now in its fourth year, the Carolina Music Awards shines light on artist in the Carolinas in Rock, Hip Hop, Country and R&B.  Having received the support of the City of Raleigh Convention & Visitors Bureau and an increased number sponsors and supporters, including Budweiser, the CM Awards encourages growth in Carolina music both present and future.  The CM Awards is produced by the Award Show Network, also responsible for the Georgia Music Awards, Youth Music Awards and a growing number of state and regional award shows internationally.

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