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Broken For Good Records (BFG), a NYC-based indie record label, founded by Koo Chung, aims to create top-quality music ranging from acoustic pop/rock to jazz and even R & B. Great emphasis is placed on the message and songwriting quality of each artist. Upon listening to artists such as Koo Chung, Jinny Kim, and Neah Lee, one will notice how they have individually carved out a unique style that they can call their own.

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With new tour dates in SoCal, Terry Matsuoka is a busy bee for the next couple of weeks. With hopes for new dates in the Pacific Northwest, he hopes to come around to hang with current friends and make new ones! Hitting a snag with some tech problems while recording his new album hasn’t stopped him from upgrading his guitar!

Kevin So on CBS! His talent is finally getting recognition on a bigger platform. Performing “Karoline”, “One Big Happy Family”, and “A Brighter Day” on the silver screen has given our Kevin So the opportunity to play for Liz Walker (a fixture on the Sunday show since he was a little boy) and Jack Williams. A beautiful grand piano that was set up for his performance, helpful camera crew, and excellent lighting only ensured good times for all.

Lucky Boys Confusion's New EP to Debut on June 20th! How To Get Out Alive EP is the first official new release from the band since their second major label album Commitment on the now defunct Elektra Records. Lucky Boys Confusion will celebrate the release of the new EP with Five Night Stand, a small club residency in their hometown of Chicago June 20-June 24 at the Beat Kitchen. Each night will feature something musically different, spanning the bands' career. Tickets for these shows are now on sale. The band will follow these shows with two acoustic instore performances and signings, one at Borders in Champaign, IL on Sunday, June 25, and the second at Tower Records in Bloomingdale, IL on Tuesday, June 27. Lucky Boys Confusion will then hit the road on a nationwide tour supporting Jive recording artists Bowling for Soup June 28th through August 29th.

Heather Park and MTVK: With the new channel to debut on June 27th, Heather wants the support and the love she knows is out there for her. Up against heavy hitters such as Amerie, she needs your votes to get “The Life Remix” named as first video ever to be played on the channel. So vote fast!

Putnam Hall, Warped Tour Finals @ House Of Blues, Anaheim, California. They are IN and on to the FINALS of Warped Tour. If you thought the energy was hot at the last show, it’s going to be on fire when they play at the House of Blues! Check the events for the finer details.

Snacky Chan is now on the Sold Out label. Let's hope he gets the recognition he deserves!

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Charmaine Clamor || Searching For The Soul
Jazz, ialist
"With her deep, contralto voice, Charmaine Clamor interprets standards with the kind of sincere feeling that sends a message along the straight and narrow without detour. You're left with no doubts. She's forthright, convincing and talented." –Jim Santella LA Jazz Scene

Nickodemus || Endangered Species
Electronica/Funk, iaList
Fusing funk and electronica, tracks such as “Give the Drummer Some” gives you that funky groove that your head can’t stop grooving to. Turn the dial to “Global Village” and it has enough of a rhyme and a hip hop beat to get to you put it on repeat. “Mystery of Life” is what Enigma would have been if it was pared down and headed East. A must-hear!

Hiromi || SpiralGenre
Jazz, iaList
"Committed to making her music evolve, Hiromi offers eight original category-bashing compositions in a trio format that fuses elements of jazz, pop, classical, and avant-garde into a deceptively intense listening experience." –Telarc

Hoobastank || Every Man For Himself
Rock, iaList
"Every Man For Himself is a great album that will probably be hard for fans who expect nothing but empty radio hits from the band to swallow. The expansion of the entire band, especially guitarist Dan Estrin, is pretty huge, and subsequently, you have songs like blues-rock anthem Look Where We Are, and innuendo-filled jazz/funk track Inside Of You (seriously, listen to the lyrics, they're hilarious). There are a number of other tracks that wouldn't have come from a past 'stank album, and it's good that such is the case. They have their fans now, they can only hope that the singles that Island chooses to release catch on enough not to alienate them. Highly recommended, but only as long as you know what you're getting yourself into." –411.com

This week on the Hip Hop Hour with NUZ ‘n’ Nak, every show will debut a 10 minute quick spin by Nak. Tune in every day from 3-4 pm (ET) to hear the latest in Asian American hip hop and R&B. Last week, Snacky Chan stopped in the studio to talk to NUZ about what is happening with his career and his new album, Politickin’ with Chan, dropping June 28, 2006. Also, The Rachel Leyco Band stopped by and talked about the album, Something Human, before their first NYC gig at The Continental. They played many new, never-released songs off their new and upcoming album. Not to mention NUZ also had the pleasure of interviewing The Black Widow herself, Jeanette Lee. Tune in to iaList, every Sunday from 9-11 (ET) to hear these exclusive interviews and the best in Asian American music.

iaList: Sun, Online, and on 96.1 FM KSQQ (SF), 9-11pm ET This week, the entire crew from Broken for Good Records (Neah Lee, Jinny Kim and Koo Chung) will be in the studio.

Anil Ki-Awaaz: Sat, 10:30am-1pm ET, Online, Asian FM, 103.3 WPRB; Sun, 6-9pm ET, Online, Asian FM, Dish Network, 96.1 FM KSQQ (SF) This week Anil is out of town, but the show will go on with his wife Deeoali filling in.

Roli Rho Hour: Fri, 9-10pm ET, Online only Playing the best hip hop, R&B, reggae, and everything else for your weekend night life. Listen to the show for special entry to any clubs where DJ Roli Rho is spinning with your host, DJ Nukem. Also, check out DJ Roli Rho’s Myspace (www.myspace.com/rolirho) for the latest info on where to party in NYC.

Karate Rice Hour: Mon, 8-10pm ET, Online only Catch Mariatti with the lastest on the punk rock scene!

Hip Hop with Nuz and Nak: Mon-Fri, 3-4pm ET, Online only The debut of the quick spin from Nak starts this week, adding his personal flavor to the hi phop hour. Snacky Chan stopped in last week to discuss the power moves that he is making and the new “best of” album that is dropping on Wednesday, June 28, Politickin’ with Chan. NUZ also received many exclusives from South Asian artists that are “straight crack” and he released a few exclusive tracks from Flowsik's highly anticipated debut album “In the Beginning…” For more tune in to the Hip Hop Hour with NUZ ‘n’ Nak everyday from 3-4pm (ET) for the latest in hip hop and R&B from Asian American artists nationwide.

NiteLife Radio: Wed, 8:30-10pm ET, Online only Back with more bickering, bantering, and music!

Dhamaalist Radio: Fri, 1-3pm ET, Online only This week on Dhamaalist radio, special guest host Kush Arora will be subbing in for Dhruva, who is currently on tour with the Sub Swara crew and State of Bengal. Fresh off the successful release of his album, Bhang Raga, Kush will be bringing his trademark blend of bhangra, dancehall, hip hop, and the undefinable to the decks. Tune in this Friday at 1-3pm ET and this Saturday for an encore presentation at 6-8pm ET!

Pic: Band members of the Rachel Leyco Band. L to R: Rachel, John, Scott. Check out their website here.

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Jay Legaspi
June 14, 2006 at Cool Beanz- Acoustic Long Island
556 North Country Rd. (25a), St. James, NY
Thanks John Flor for the good word. :) Acoustic showcase over at Long Island -- find out what makes this place a mecca for singer- songwriters... I think it's the water.
www.jaylegaspi.com

Kevin So
June 14, 2006 at Kush Lounge
191 Chrstie Street, New York, NY
9pm
www.kevinso.com

Eugene Song
June 14, 2006 at Teabag Poet's Lounge
30 Mott Street, New York, NY 10002
Two songs for the coolest Poet's Lounge in Chinatown.
www.eugenesong.com

Natalise
June 14, 2006 at Access SF
San Francisco/Oakland/San Jose, CA
Cost: Free
NATALISE EXCLUSIVE - WATCH "YO!TV" on the WB
FOR ALL THE BAY AREA FANS: Access SF, Wednesday, June 14th, 9pm on Channel 29
FOR FANS WORLDWIDE: The YO!TV segment can also be streamed on http://video.google.com/ (keyword YO!TV, episode 50) and www.youthoutlook.org

micropixie
June 14, 2006 at Darbucka World Music Bar
182 St. John Street, London, EC1V 4JZ
Cost: 5 GBP
Double Bill with Anjan Saha
www.anjansaha.com
micropixie will be accompanied by Renu Hossain
www.cabein.com/renu
DJs for the night: Leon Parker, Jamie Renton, Ilka

Ken Oak Band
June 15, 2006
Apple Store - Third Street Promenade
1248 Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Cost: FREE
www.kenoakband.com

Kabir
June, 15 2006 at SOB'S (Basement Bhangra)
204 Varick St. (@ W. Houston), NYC, NY
Cost: $12
Kabir and his band play DJ Rekha's world famous basement bhangra party at SOB's in Manhattan! This is a monthly Indian dance party that has been up and running for 10 years! Come out and shake your tail feather
(212)243-4940
www.sobs.com

Chan
June, 16 2006 at Hollywood Canteen
1006 Seward St., Los Angeles, CA 90038

Rachel Leyco Band
June, 16 2006 at Rhodeside Grill
1836 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201
Cost: Free
www.rlband.com

Splitsense
June, 16 2006 at Oden's Tavern
Freeport, Long Island
www.splitsense.com

Kristine Sa
June, 16 2006 at The Greater Richmond Convention Center (AMA 2006)
Richmond, VA 23219
www.kristinesa.com

Neah Lee
June, 17 2006 at Oversea Chinese Mission
154 Hester St. , New York , NY 13417
Cost: Love offering
Reflections Youth Event Special guests Neah Lee & Jinny Kim
www.neahlee.com

Kevin So and Midnight Snack
June, 17 2006 at Steve's Backstage Pass
15 School Street, Taunton, MA 02780
Performing Solo Acoustic - 2 sets!

Native Guns
June, 17 2006 at Chocolate Bar @ Gabah, LA
4658 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90001
www.nativeguns.com

Justin Young
June, 17 2006 at Hollywood Un-Wired Acoustic Showcase
Rainbow Bar & Grill, Sunset Strip, Hollywood
Doors open 5:30pm, admission $8 (advance), $10 (door)
All ages & full bar/food.

Jinny Kim
June, 18 2006 at Imaginasian Radio
New York, NY 10001
Imaginasian Radio Broadcast with Koo Chung and Neah Lee! Tune in to www.imaginasianradio.com or to terrestrial radio, 96.1FM KSQQ from 6- 8pm. Keep your ears peeled for new songs!
www.jinnykim.com

Bayadera
June, 18 2006 at San Diego Fair -- Del Mar Fairgrounds
2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. , Del Mar, CA 92014
*All Ages*
Catch them at the Finish Line Stage 7-9pm.
www.bayadera.com

Thao Nguyen
June, 18 2006 at Mars Bar
Seattle, WA 98101
www.thaomusic.com

Cynthia Lin
June, 20 2006 at Kenny's Castaways
157 Bleecker St between Thompson and Sullivan, New York, NY 10001
Cost: $5
www.cynthialin.com

Terry Matsuoka
June 20, 2006 at Tuesday Night Café
120 Judge John Aiso(in Little Tokyo), Los Angeles, CA 90001
7:45pm
Music, poetry, dance, spoken word... a night for Asian-Americans to express themselves. Takes place every 1st and 3rd Tuesday at the Aratani Courtyard, Union Center for the Arts. Right next to the parking lot for the MOCA and Japanese-American National Museum.
www.myspace.com/terrymatsuoka

Burning Tree Project
June, 20 2006 at The Alley w/ Eightyonedays (CD Release Show), Slow Coming Day
139 W. Amerige Ave, Orange, CA 92863
Cost: $8
www.myspace.com/btp

Putnam Hall
June 20, 2006
Warped Tour Battle Finals
with Putnam Hall
House of Blues, Anaheim
1530 S. Disneyland Dr. (Downtown Disney)
Anaheim, CA 92802
$10 presale, $20 @ door, starts at 7:00PM
All ages, but 16 and under must have Guardian/Adult present
www.putnamhallmusic.com