MADE IN MEMPHIS ENTERTAINMENT ACQUIRES MUSIC PUBLISHING AND MASTER RECORDING CATALOG, HEAVY HITTERS MUSIC GROUP

STAX Records legend David Porter's Made in Memphis Entertainment LLC, announced that it has acquired Heavy Hitters Music Group LLC, a company which specializes in music synchronization and licensing of music into film, TV, advertising, trailers and promos.  The acquisition will give Heavy Hitters Music access to the post STAX catalog of Hall of Fame Songwriter David Porter, in addition to a deep bench of emerging songwriters signed to the MIME Music Worldwide publishing company. The stock purchase of Heavy Hitters Music, based in Glendale, CA, fits into the growth strategy of Made in Memphis Entertainment, by bringing strong industry relationships in the licensing of music for film, television and advertising. “The reputation strength of Heavy Hitters Music in general, and Cindy Badell-Slaughter, in particular, made this acquisition a no brainer” said David Porter, CEO of Made in Memphis Entertainment. Through this acquisition, Heavy Hitters Music will be able to continue to meet the licensing needs of its Artist clients, while having the opportunity to now expand the range of retail, radio, touring and brand partnership opportunities available to these artists.  Cindy Badell-Slaughter, President of Heavy Hitters Music stated that “what this means for Heavy Hitters Music and MIME songwriters, composers and artists, is that together we are stronger.  We will have a wider variety of expanded licensing opportunities in sync, as well as added label services through MIME’s distribution channels covering terrestrial and digital radio, retail and digital distribution.  Bill and I, and our Heavy Hitters Music team, will continue to run Heavy Hitters Music. All day-to-day operations will remain the same.” “This investment represents an important strategic opportunity to bring a great brand under the MIME banner, offer sync as an additional service to our distribution clients as well as solidify our core publishing team” said George Monger, Director of Business Development for Made in Memphis Entertainment. “The acquisition also adds to our capacity and geographic presence to offer comprehensive label services to independent artists and labels. Made in Memphis Entertainment is looking for other synergistic elements to their overall business strategy. About Made in Memphis Entertainment and Heavy Hitters Music  Made in Memphis Entertainment LLC, based in Memphis, Tennessee, is a vertically integrated entertainment company comprised of a record label, commercial recording studios, traditional music publishing,  production music companies, distribution,  record label services and venture investment in  music technology platforms that democratize the landscape for the benefit of independent artists and labels. To learn more information about Made in Memphis Entertainment visit www.mimecorp.com. Heavy Hitters Music, based in Glendale, California, has been a lead provider of vocal and instrumental songs serving the Film, TV and Advertising industry since 1992.  As a true pioneer in the business of providing independent artist music and songs to the film and television industry, it is one of the first catalogs assembled specifically for the purpose of providing great indie songs that "work to picture."To learn more information about Heavy Hitters Music visit www.heavyhittersmusic.com. The Made In Memphis and Heavy Hitters Music team L-R George Monger, Sarah Schriner, Tony Alexander, Cindy Badell-Slaughter, Elizabeth Eason, Bill Slaughter

Holiday 2017

WINTER 2017

HAPPY TIDINGS TO ALL!

Fill your holiday scenes with warm, fun, radio quality music. 

We have Contemporary Pop, Jazzy, Rock, and Traditional versions of all your favorite Christmas & Holiday Songs!

   

                        Contemporary Holiday                   Holiday Jazz

   

                            Rockin' Christmas                  Traditional Holiday

  

Emotive Singer-Songwriter - Spotlight on Daniel Duke

"His distinctive voice veers between Ray LaMontagne at his earthy and world-weary finest and David Gray at his most bittersweet and emotive."
-HiddenHerd.com

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Heavy Hitters Music is proud to introduce Northern Ireland-based singer-songwriter, Daniel Duke. From busking the streets of Belfast to appearing on The Voice UK, this Irish troubadour has won first place in the folk/singer-songwriter category of the 2015 International Songwriting Competition and was voted Best Unsigned Male Artist in the 2016 Best of British Unsigned Music Awards. Daniel's warm, emotive voice paired with his heartfelt, reflective and poignant lyrics are the perfect pairing to enhance any scene, promo or ad.

Genres:
Singer-Songwriter
Folk

Similar To:
Ed Sheeran
David Gray
Kodaline
The Lumineers

Powerful Electro-Pop

“Empowered electro-glam pop music which crackles with romantic energy and throbs with a real sense of purpose...guaranteed to set your heart racing and make your soul crawl out from its hiding place.”

-Now Playing Musik  

Heavy Hitters Music is proud to introduce Chicago-bred singer, songwriter and producer, Ian Everson. Reminiscent of Zayn, his music is infused with powerful pulsating electro beats, drops and stops, enriched with a sexy, edgy vibe.
Everson has released a self-produced EP and also wrote/appeared on Los Angeles DJ duo Boombox Cartel's 2015 hit "B2U", which has racked up over 4 million plays. Everson now resides in Los Angeles where he continues to hone his skills as a performer and songwriter.  His cutting edge music hums with a sharp, vibey, seductive pulse, perfect for Ad Campaigns or parties.

Genres:
Electro Pop
Dance Pop

Similar To:
Zayn
Jason Derulo

New Artist BRKLYNN: Sexy, Lush, Cinematic

COOL, SEX & VIBEY

Heavy Hitters Music is proud to introduce LA-based singer/songwriter, Brklynn. Her music, produced by the remarkably talented Alex Koch, is intensely lush, atmospheric and cinematic, employing elements of Pop, EDM, and R&B. It’s made for chilling or the perfect seduction. If you love Lana Del Rey, you’ll love Brklynn.

Listen HERE

http://iambrklynn.com/

Kathryn Dean, The TVD First Date

Our artist Kathryn Dean recently spoke to The Vinyl District about her first experience listening to music on vinyl and how it inspired her as a songwriter and music listener. 

“The measured ticks and tacks of a turn signal in an otherwise quiet car. The pitter-patter of rain on the skylights of my childhood home. Pretty much any word that passes through Morgan Freeman’s lips. These are among the few sounds in the world that can calm me to my very core even without actually having to hear them. Just the thought of these sensory sensations is able to render my mind silent in a way that no mind-body-based or breath-focused guided meditation ever has.” 

 “However none of these things even hold a candle to the sound a record player makes in the seconds after you drop the needle on the outermost edge of a vinyl record and just after the final notes of the last song of both the A and B sides of the record. That static alone was enough to make me buy a record player for myself at age 16 with the money I had saved from babysitting. It was and remains the best impulse purchase I have ever made.

After two months of my record player pretty much just sitting on my desk because the only record I had was some indie band’s album that I bought on a friend’s recommendation, and try as I might I just could not get on board, my brother gave me what I consider my first album. It was the Sigh No More album by one of my favorite bands, Mumford & Sons. That album got me through one of the darkest periods of my life and I can still remember the countless nights spent lying on the carpet in my room, staring at the ceiling, listening to the record on repeat, only being pulled out of the trance I was in when it came time to flip the record over.—Kathryn Dean

I never truly realized the power of music to help you escape your own warped reality and to make you feel like you are not alone until I heard the album’s final song, “After The Storm” coming through my record player’s speakers. Despite having heard the song plenty of times before getting the record on vinyl through headphones and car speakers, it was only when I heard it the way that I have since come to believe music is supposed to be heard, on vinyl, that the booming kick drum felt like a heartbeat, and that the lyric, “There will come a time, you’ll see/ With no more tears/ And love will not break your heart/ But dismiss your fears/ Get over your hill and see/ What you find there/ With grace in your heart/ And flowers in your hair,” pierced through the fog in my mind and resonated with me.

It was that feeling that I was left with as the static sounded after the song ended that made me want to be a songwriter, and for that I am forever grateful. I have even added the sound of vinyl static to the beginning and other select parts of one of my new, not yet released songs, “Broken Home’s Daughter” so that those of my fans who have never experienced that feeling can hopefully feel that same effect.

I have felt like such a proud parent—which at 20 years old is not a frequent sensation that I experience—seeing the resurgence of vinyl records in the past few years. While I have used the phrase, “how can this be considered music” a few times, if I referenced my favorite artists and bands, the average listener will have probably at least heard of most of them, so I do not feel that I can truly be classified as a music snob (like say John Cusack’s character in High Fidelity).

That is why even my fellow Top 40 radio listeners should feel comfortable taking my word on the matter when I declare that despite all of the advances made in speakers/sound systems and consumer headphones, that nothing beats vinyl when it comes to sonic quality. I get that record players and their accompanying record collections take up more room than an iPod/iPhone does and that they are heavier to carry around, but unless you have access to a professional recording studio, you are not hearing your favorite music the way that its creator(s) intended for it to be heard.

Not only that, but having a working record player on display is like having 18 year old scotch in your liquor cabinet—it makes you seem more refined and creates the perception that there is more to you than meets the eye. Whether you make the switch for the sound quality improvement or for the extra style points, know that you are making a great investment.”

Kathryn Deans’ forthcoming full length album produced by Chris Seefried (Andra Day, Lana Del Rey, Fitz and the Tantrums) arrives in stores this fall. Hit the Lights is available now.

New Summer Placements on “Some of the best TV you’ll see this summer—or all year.”

“Some of the best TV you’ll see this summer—or all year.”
—Vanity Fair

After a woman is found murdered, a young Pakistani-American man faces an avalanche of evidence against him. But is he guilty?

Heavy Hitters Music has placed 3 songs on HBO's riveting new eight-part crime drama, The Night Of, starring Riz Ahmed who can also be seen in the latest film of the Bourne series, Jason Bourne.

Dark and sinister urban track "Blaze Up Spots" by Tommy Speed was featured in the premiere episode on July 10th.

Gritty, confident Hip-Hop track "The Earth Revolves" by Poepan was featured in episode 5 on August 7th. (Get the song on our "Music As Heard On Your Favorite Shows" album)

The traditional Middle Eastern "From Mountain To Sea" by Arashk Rafiee feat. Mohamad Reza Hedaya was featured in episode 7 on August 21. (Get the song on our "Music As Heard On Your Favorite Shows" album)

Sync and Master Representation of Classic 1968 Recordings

Major Play Music and Heavy Hitters Music is proud to have exclusive Sync and Master representation of JAMMË - the Self titled album produced by John Phillips (The Mamas & the Papas). This collection is totally evocative of the British rock sound of the late 60's, with complex harmonies, meaningful lyrics, and a sound reminiscent of Badfinger, Herman's Hermits and The Beatles.

Under the brilliant and watchful eye of “Papa” John Phillips, these lads created songs with remarkable melodic sensibilities, brilliant harmonies and hooks that will transport you another time.

Jamme: Don Adey, Paul Downing, Terry Rae, Timmy Smyser, Keith Adey

Genre:
British Rock, 1960's Rock

Similar to:
Herman's Hermits
The Beatles
Simon and Garfunkel
Cat Stevens

New French and Latin Jazz: Raquel Bitton

We are proud to have exclusive representation of the complete Master Catalog * of Raquel Bitton. Not only is Raquel Bitton one of the greatest interpreters of the Edith Piaf repertoire, but her albums span a wide range of styles from classic boleros to jazz standards in both French and English. Her album Boleros transports you back to her birthplace, French Morocco, where Spanish music was on everyone's lips while In A Jazzy Mood reflects Raquel Bitton's love for Paul Misraki's mesmerizing work and undeniable influence on French music.

* CATALOG REPRESENTATION OF THE MASTER RECORDINGS ONLY.

BOLEROS: Romance intertwined with passion - Boleros celebrates the music of Armando Manzanero, Consuelo Velasquez, Augustin Lara, Wello Rivas, Don Fabián and other legendary composers. Engineered by 11-time Grammy award winner Rafa Sardina and accompanied by a lush 28 piece orchestra, the tracks feature top Latin Jazz musicians including: Ramon Stagnaro on acoustic guitar (Andrea Bocelli, Shakira, Ricky Martin, Luis Miguel.)



IN A JAZZY MOOD: Songs of legendary French composer Paul Misraki whose impact on French music is nearly incalculable - In A Jazzy Mood features latin jazz tunes, sultry jazz ballads, and swing numbers in French and English. If you've seen the films of Orson Welles or Jean-Luc Godard you know the music of Paul Misraki. Bitton was thrilled to have the opportunity to collaborate with Misraki on this album.

Kathryn Dean Rocks 14-Page Spread in Regard Mag + Touring with Anna Nalick & John Waite

Our artist, Kathryn Dean wrapped up 2015 with a stunning 14-page spread in Regard Magazine's music issue. In her interview with Regard, Kathryn talks about her debut album, "Hit the Lights", and the songwriting process:

"I really wanted it to be an accurate representation of who I am as an artist, and as a songwriter. I think that, as listeners explore the different songs on the album, they will learn a lot about me..."

See for yourself by checking out her new song, "Until We Grow Old" and check out the full spread HERE!

You can also check out Kathryn's interview with AOL Build and watch her acoustic performances with iHeartRadio's Dunkin Donuts Lounge.

Kathryn is currently on tour with Anna Nalick [“Breath (2AM)”] and she will be hitting the road in April with John Waite [“Missing You”].

Tour Dates with Anna Nalick
THU. JAN 14 Ludlow Garage - Cincinatti, OH 

FRI. JAN 15 Musica - Akron, OH 
SAT. JAN 16 Listening Room - Port Clinton, OH 
SUN. JAN 17 Rumba Cafe - Columbus, OH 
BUY TICKETS HERE

Tour Dates with John Waite
WED. APR 6 Tupelo Hall - Londonderry, NH 
THU. APR 7 Boulton Center - Bay Shore, NY 
FRI. APR 8 Iridium - New York, NY 
SAT. APR 9 Iridium - New York, NY 
SUN. APR 10 Havana - New Hope, PA 
BUY TICKETS HERE

Luke Spencer says goodbye with "In The Lovely Years"

After 28 years of playing Luke Spencer, actor Anthony Geary's final episode on General Episode aired Monday afternoon. The emotional farewell is paired with our heartfelt song "In The Lovely Years" by Fisher.

Check out the scene HERE.
The song is now available on our bandcamp. Click HERE to get your copy!

La Vie En Rose! Heavy Hitters Music Is Proud To Represent The Catalog of Raquel Bitton

In celebration of Edith Piaf’s Centennial in 2015, we are proud to announce the exclusive representation of the complete catalog of Raquel Bitton, including her extraordinary tribute to the legendary French Chanteuse, Edith Piaf. Raquel is not only an expert historian on the life and songs of Piaf, but also a renowned interpreter of her entire repertoire, singularly able to capture the complete essence of the great French singer. She has released an impressive 8 CDs, as well as a documentary on the life and songs of Piaf, entitled, "Piaf, Her Story...Her Songs", released on DVD by Lionsgate Films and currently broadcasting on Public Television nationwide. Raquel Bitton has also had 3 sold-out performances at Carnegie Hall, and symphony halls throughout the U.S. and Canada. CLICK and be instantly transported to a different time and place!

MAGNIFICENT, EMOTIONAL, MESMERIZING, MUSICALLY STUNNING.

Bitton’s impassioned delivery has a trance-like effect on a listener. Edith Piaf and Billie Holiday share a poignancy that few others have mastered; Bitton, is one.” -Phil Elwood, San Francisco Examiner

Introducing Kathryn Dean

Our new subsidiary MAJOR PLAY MUSIC is proud to introduce:

“Kathryn Dean effortlessly transitions between radio-friendly pop and moving ballads, with a unique grit in her voice that serves as its own compelling hook. This is definitely a young artist to keep your ears open for.”

-Brittany Frederick - Starpulse.com

Listen to Kathryn's single, "Be My Sin"and more songs from her album and EP.

Genre:
Pop, Singer-Songwriter

Similar to:
Sara Bareilles
Lana Del Rey
Christina Perri
Gin Wigmore

2014 was an incredible year for Kathryn Dean. She released her first EP and two of her songs were featured on the Brazilian drama, Malhação, which averages 42 million viewers an episode. Kathryn debuts her full length album “Hit The Lights” on April 28th, featuring the single, "Be My Sin" which impacts commercial radio on April 2nd, with the upcoming Music Video to be directed by Paul Boyd (Lenny Kravitz, Neon Trees, Sting).

"Kathryn Dean has a new to the ear, unique style that will consume your every musical thought as soon as you listen to any one of her melodic hits!”
-Justin Espinosa, HypeHits.com

JUST BREATHE PERFORMED BY ADDIE HAMILTON RECEIVES DAYTIME EMMY NOMINATION FOR OUTSTANDING SONG IN A DRAMA

42nd Annual Daytime Emmy Award News:  Heavy Hitters Music is thrilled that "JUST BREATHE" written by Addie Hamilton, Josh Arreguin, Marty Medriano and Julie Carmona Young, Performed by the beautiful Addie Hamilton, Published by Heavy Hitters has received the Daytime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Song in a Drama Series.  Additionally, another member of our Heavy Hitters Music family, Brad and Gaye Hatfield have been nominated for Outstanding Music Direction and Composition for a Drama Series for The Young and The Restless on CBS. 

We also congratulate Paul Antonelli, RC Cates, Brad Hatfield, Gaye Tolan Hatfield, Lothar Struff, Paul Glass and Dave MacLeod for your Daytime Emmy nominations for Outstanding Music Direction and Composition for a Drama Series.

LISTEN TO "JUST BREATHE" here

"Just Breathe" by Addie Hamilton featured on The Young And The Restless

Our song "Just Breathe" by Addie Hamilton was featured in a beautiful montage on today's episode of The Young and The Restless. The moving song accompanied the emotional and reflective scenes that closed to show.

  Buy the song HERE.  ||  Watch our YouTube video HERE.

Five Heavy Hitters Music songs featured in two Disney Channel Original Movies this Summer!

Five of our songs were featured in Disney Channel Original Movies this Summer! 

Zapped featured “Such A Night” by Jon Aldrich, “Go For It” and “The Way You Move” by Renald Francoeur. The film premiered on June 27, 2014, garnering 5.7 million viewers in the US. Zapped, starring actress/singer/dancer Zendaya of Disney’s “Shake It Up”, centers on Zoey Stevens, a skilled dancer and straight-A student who has a hard time adjusting to a new high school. Things suddenly change when a dog training app on her phone begins to control all the boys around her.

Listen and Buy Renald Francoeur’s “Go For It”
and “The Way You Move”

How To Build A Better Boy featured "Your Ways" by Chuckie Perez and “I’m Living Large” by Renald Francoeur. The film premiered on August 15, 2014, garnering 4.5 million viewers in the US. It stars Disney sitcom star, China Anne McClain (“A.N.T. Farm”) and Disney XD star, Kelli Berglund (“Lab Rats”), and tells the story of two young tech whizzes who computer-program the perfect boy and in the process, trigger a national incident.

Listen and Buy Renald Francoeur’s “I’m Living Large”

Featured Artist - The Morning Episodes

Heavy Hitters Music is proud to introduce The Morning Episodes.

Fronted by Miguel Escueta, this fresh, young band blends current modern rock with alternative pop to produce great songs reminiscent of Jimmy Eat World, The Fray and Snow Patrol. Their music is packed with strong drive, anthemic rise, and soaring vocals. In 2010 Miguel's band opened for Kelly Clarkson at the Araneta Coliseum and their songs have been featured on shows such as CBS' "The Young and the Restless" and ABC Family's "Switched at Birth".

Featured Track: So Now It Starts
Watch the Music Video. 
Listen to more great songs!

Genre:
Alternative Pop
Pop Rock

Similar to:
Jimmy Eat World, The Fray, Dashboard Confessional, Daughtry

"Latinos" by Mikeyton Rocks Spanish Harlem on Witches of East End!

Our song "Latinos" by Mikeyton rocks Spanish Harlem in episode 10 of  "Witches of East End"!
Tune in to Lifetime at 9pm/8c on 9/21 to hear it!

Listen to the song HERE.

Introducing Kathryn Dean

Heavy Hitters Music is proud to introduce rising singer-songwriter, Kathryn Dean. Armed with her sincere perspective, musical integrity and soul bearing vocals, her distinct sound has immense depth and intelligence both lyrically and musically.

It’s been an incredible time for Kathryn Dean who rocked the main stage at Sunset Sessions last month. She has been working hard performing throughout Southern CA, while writing and recording songs for her upcoming debut CD release.

Listen to her music HERE.

Heavy Hitters Hits The Big Screen with The Fault In Our Stars!

Heavy Hitters Hits The Big Screen!

We are thrilled that our French Jazz song "Bonjour, Bonjour" by Maria De Angelis is featured in the highly anticipated motion picture, "The Fault In Our Stars", based on the popular teen novel by John Green. The film hits theatres Friday, June 6th. 

Listen to the song HERE.