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Following the success of a string of acoustic shows in NYC, singer/songwriter Manjit releases an EP of five songs, The Acoustic EP. Recording with her producer Brian Bauers and guitarist Ashish Seth, the EP showcases the strength of her songwriting through topics such as the celebration of life, the blissful joy of falling in love and also the painful emotions associated with heartache.

Available on iTunes in late Feb/early March, this young lady expresses her emotions in a very personal and heartfelt manner. With soulful influences ranging from India Arie, Tracey Chapman, Sade and Lata Mangheskar, Manjit brings a new sensual and spiritual thread to songwriting with influences of her own East Indian culture. For more information, please visit www.manjitmusic.com.

Kevin So – This Sunday, January 14th, 2007, in New York City, please join Kevin So for his CD release party at Mo Pitkins located at 34 Avenue A, New York, New York 10009. A Brighter Day is his first studio album in four years, so make plans to be in attendance for this unforgettable concert. He will also be appearing at Mo Pitkins every Wednesday for the month of February. This series of concerts is open to all ages. Show begins at 9:30pm. For a full listing of upcoming shows and sample songs off the new album from Kevin So, please visit his MySpace, www.myspace.com/kevinsoandmidnightsnack.

Johnny Hi-Fi- After dramatic band breakup, Johnny Hi-Fi is back. Last August, in the midst of recording their double album, preparing for its Asia tour and rehearsing for the Billboard Magazine showcase, a public fist fight among the band broke out in classic rock star style. Half the band split, and all their master recordings were mysteriously stolen and held for $12,000 ransom...all happening two weeks before the band had to press the CDs and board the plane to Asia. But as you can tell, Johnny Hi-Fi has prevailed, after a much-needed breather.

Ken Oak Band – If you didn’t know already, Ken Oak Band released Vienna to Venice toward the end of 2006. If you haven’t already picked up the album, what are you waiting for? You can listen to select songs on their MySpace page, www.myspace.com/kenoakband.

Also, XMU, a station on XM radio, has started playing their song "Summer's Kiss". The band asks that you send them a request to play it. The email address for the station is xmu@xmradio.com, or you can call their request line @ 1.866.BUG.THEU.

2007 NTDTV Chinese New Year Spectacular - Celebrate the new year by experiencing traditional Chinese culture with soulful two-stringed erhu, invigorating drums, dancing Dai girls, maidens, mythical dragons, and much more. New Tang Dynasty Television brings the Chinese New Year Spectacular for a 26-city global tour with more than 1000 performers. With its eclectic art forms, set designs, and classical theatrical performances, this show will captivate audiences around the world. Keep your eyes peeled for performances in selected cities near you.

Taking place from January 5-7, 2006 at the San Francisco War Memorial House, 310 Van Ness Ave., San Francisco, CA. Also, January 9-10: The Kodak Theatre, 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, CA. For more information, please visit www.ntdtv.com.

10.Aaj Mere Hi Khwabaon Main: Yatra
9.Aaj Ki Raat: Don, the Chase Begins
8.Ajnabi Sheher: Jaan E Man
7.Chal Chale: Woh Lamhe
6.Iman Ka Asar: Dor
5.Pehle Pehle:Umrao Jaan
4.Dheemey Dheemy:Bas Ek Pal
3.Mitwa: Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna
2.Pal Pal:Munnabhai Lage Raho
1.Salaam: Umrao Jaan

This past week, we received the new Manjit CD, The Acoustic EP, and we must say that it is very good. Also, Bay Area emcee, Emcee T, was in New York City and took some time out to stop by the studio and let us know what is going on with his career and the Asian American hip hop scene in Oakland. We were also ecstatic to hear that Johnny Hi-Fi has gotten back on track and back to business. This week, please do make it a point to be in attendance for Kevin So’s CD release party in NYC and Asian Jammin’ Comedian Showcase.

Roli Rho Hour: Fri, 9-10pm ET, Online Some hot clubbing music coming your way!

Karate Rice Hour: Mon, 8-10pm ET, Online only Karate Rice Hour brings you unexplored, unexpected Asian music to your ears. Tune in and be delighted and be surprised!

Hip Hop with Nuz and Nak: Mon-Fri, 3-4pm ET, Online only They are crazy and fun and you have to check out their new hip hop grooves!

NiteLife Radio: Wed, 8-10pm ET, Online only What's new, hot, and very debatable? Hear it on this show!

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Joint Clarity at the Knitting Factory
January 13, 2007, 10:30pm
74 Leonard St., NYC
$10

Jammin'Asian at Laugh Lounge
January 9, 2007 at 8:30pm
151 Essex Street, NYC
$6 cover, 2 drink minimum

Kevin So at Mo Pitkins
February 14, 2007
34 Avenue A, NYC
$5

Mia and Jonah at Starry Plough Pub
January 12, 2007
3101 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA

Taiyo at The Noguchi Museum
January 14, 2007
32-37 Vernon Boulevard, Long Island City, NY

Shaheen Sheik at Zenzi
January 12, 2007
Mumbai, India

Chan at Village Grand Ballroom
January 12, 2007
150-24 Northern Boulevard, Flushing, NY

Lijie at North Idaho College
January 17, 2007
Coeur D Alene, Idaho

Lindsey Yung at Acoustic Alliance at Brick by Brick
January 20, 2007
1130 Buenos Ave., San Diego, CA
$6

PaperDoll at Snitch
January 19, 2007
59 West 21st St, NYC
$10