“As the Argentine singer Sofia Rei Koutsovitis led her multinational band… the passion and clarity with which she assayed a tricky mix of South American rhythms and jazz-inflected harmonies made clear why she has been embraced by New York City audiences from Carnegie Hall to the hippest downtown haunts.” – Phil Lutz, New York Times
“…one of the most versatile and in-demand singers on the New York music scene.” – Simon Calle, All About Jazz
“…a potent combination that’s like nothing else around” – Kevin Convey, Boston Herald
Sofia Rei Koutsovitis is one of New York’s most passionate, charismatic and inventive vocalists, who brings depth and fullness of a riveting voice to her second album, “Sube Azul” (World Village/Harmonia Mundi). She also serves as the album’s composer, arranger, lyricist and — with bassist Jorge Roeder — producer. Following up on “Ojalá,” her polyglot and multilingual debut, she offers this time a collection of mostly original Spanish-language songs, building on a new set of growth experiences since moving to New York in 2005.
Originally from Buenos Aires, Argentina, the album is grounded in traditional South American rhythms such as chacarera, zamba and vidala from Argentina, Afro-peruvian festejo and lando, Afro-Uruguayan candombe, Colombian cumbia and bullerengue and other genres that merge involving jazz harmonies, electronic sounds and rich improvisations. Singing in Spanish, Portuguese or English, Sofia’s voice is graceful as well as sophisticated, tying together diverse influences in a program full of rhythmic complexity, melody and romance.
Sofia is a restless artist, one of the most versatile and in-demand singers on the New York music scene. She has recorded, performed and collaborated with renowned musicians and groups such as Maria Schneider, John Zorn, Bobby McFerrin, Folklore Urbano, John Scofield, Lionel Loueke, Pavel Urkiza (Gema y Pavel), Russ Ferrante (Yellow Jackets), Bob Moses, Aquiles Baez, Samuel Torres Group, Pedrito Martinez, and Avantango. She is also the vocalist of Geoffrey Keezer’s “Aurea,” whose self-titled 2009 release received a Grammy nomination for Best Latin Jazz Album. $15 in advance [Link] / $20 at the door
How to win it… Contest ends 11:59pm EST. June 17, 2010.
You get 1 entry for placing a comment your favorite lullabies song is and please use some method for us to contact you in the comment
(twitter or email)
You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about this contest (you can do this daily). Must contain the following information:
@joespubnyc @dada_rocks – http://bit.ly/at0lg9 and you must also comment with the link to your twitter message.
Example: Would love to win a Date Night at @joespubnyc from @dada_rocks –http://bit.ly/at0lg9
You get 1 extra entry for becoming a FAN on facebook –facebook.com/DaDaRocks you must comment that you’re a fan
You get 1 extra entry for becoming a Fan on facebook of Joe’s Pub – facebook.com/joespub you must comment that you’re a fan
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You will have 12 hours to reply before we pick another winner!
Disclaimer: Joe’s Pub is providing these tickets for the raffle.
DaDa Rocks & Delta Children’s Products – Toy Story Bedroom Set & Family Movie Tickets Giveaway
Who’s excited for Toy Story 3? We certainly are! And we know that every child loves their toys and “No Toy is Left Behind”.
In celebration of the movie which is set to be released on June 18th – we have partnered with Delta Children’s Products to giveaway a Toy Story Bedroom Set and movie tickets for the family!
Here’s what’s included in the Toy Story Bedroom Set: Toddler Bed (mattress not included), Room Décor in a Box, Wooden Toy Box and Table and Chair set. These items can be found at major retailers such as Babies “R” Us, Target and Walmart.
How to win it… Contest ends 11:59pm EST. June 21, 2010.
You must comment telling us your families favorite Toy Story character, please include some method for us to contact you in the comment (twitter or email)
PUTUMAYO KIDS CELEBRATES THE RELEASE OF ROCK & ROLL PLAYGROUND WITH CONCERT BY FEATURED ARTIST STARFISH ON JUNE 19th
Rock & Roll Playground CD Due Out June 29th [Amazon]
Award-winning children’s music label Putumayo Kids will celebrate the June 29th release of its newest CD, Rock & Roll Playground [More Information], with a concert by featured artist StarFish June 19 at the Scholastic Auditorium.
The five life-long musicians from New Jersey known as StarFish are featured on Rock & Roll Playground in “The StarFish Stomp.“ Inspired by good old-fashioned classic rock, the band gives parents the opportunity to share a real rock concert experience with their children. According to Cookie Magazine, they “continue Jersey’s tradition of“totally boss rock acts. Nothing about any of it screams ‘kids’ music.’ Yet the same fans who dance to Dora the Explorer somehow rock out to StarFish too.”
Putumayo Kids will also host an online “Air Guitar Video Contest,” beginning June 15th and running through August 1st. Parents can visit www.putumayokids.com to submit videos of their children playing air guitar to “The Starfish Stomp” for the chance to win an in-home concert with Ray Leone, the founder and lead guitarist of StarFish. A free mp3 download of the song will be available on the website. Second and third place winners will receive a prize package of five Putumayo Kids CDs.
Rock & Roll Playground is a tribute to the early history of rock ‘n’ roll and features music by a stellar group of established and up-and-coming artists, from Grammyâ Award winners Dan Zanes and Friends to rockabilly royalty Rosie Flores. Widely recognized as one of the most innovative children’s music labels in the United States, the award-winning Putumayo Kids is committed to introducing children to different cultures through fun, upbeat collections of music from around the world. For more information visit www.putumayokids.com.
WHO: StarFish
WHEN: June 19, 11:00 A.M.
WHERE: Scholastic Auditorium, 557 Broadway, NYC
COST: Admission is free, reservations required. Email them at [email protected] to reserve your spot today! Include your name, telephone number and tickets needed.
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Being a dad is hard work, being a great dad is even harder work – there is so much juggling going on I feel like I’m in the circus from time to time. Gotta balance the job/family/and your own sanity its a lot to handle. When you think about what dad wants sure he could use a new fancy Kodak Playsport video camera [Amazon] that we can take in the pool with the kids but that’s not enough give him something that he can have on his desk at work like a piece of art work. Give him a TROPHY!
No not one of those silly little league trophies they give to everyone for being a good sport and not quitting the team, when they were benched for the coach’s kid to get some extra playing time. I mean MAN TROPHY! I can already hear the sound of Tim Allen from his home improvement tv show of grrr grrr grrrr 🙂 you know what I’m talking about…
Check out this video – this thing is a beast!
FantasyTrophies.com [Link] was founded by Dave Mitri, nearly 15 years ago, when he sculpted the Armchair Quarterback, for his own fantasy football league, out of his garage in Cleveland, Ohio. He now produces trophies for nearly every fantasy related sport and has moved the operation to a shop in Brooklyn, NY where he continues to produce the highest quality, most original trophies for diehard fantasy sports fanatics.
The giveaway is this incredible trophy!
How to win it… Contest ends 11:59am EST. June 15, 2010.
You get 1 entry for placing a comment what would the plaque say and please use some method for us to contact you in the comment (twitter or email)
You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about this contest (you can do this daily). Must contain the following information:
@FantasyTrphies @dada_rocks – http://bit.ly/cTxUWF and you must also leave a comment with the link to your twitter message.
Example: I want to win a @FantasyTrphies for [person’s first name] from @dada_rocks – http://bit.ly/cTxUWF
You get 1 extra entry for becoming a FAN on facebook –facebook.com/DaDaRocks you must a comment that you’re a fan
The W Hoboken [Link] is having a mega cool event on Sunday June 20th in honor of father’s day… An event for the whole family, with Balloon Sculptor, Games, Cotton Candy and amazing giveaways.
For those in the City or in Hoboken that dont have the backyard that allows us to have a BBQ the hotel makes perfect a fit.
The event is June 20th (Father’s Day) starting at 12Noon till 3pm.
How to win it… Contest ends 11:59pm EST. June 17, 2010.
You’ll get 2 adult admissions and 1 paid for child admission (remember children under 4 are free) just comment with a family tradition for fathers day and please use some method for us to contact you in the comment (twitter or email)
You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about this contest (you can do this daily). Must contain the following information:
@citymommy @dada_rocks – http://bit.ly/9DVFfb and you must also comment with the link to your twitter message.
Example: I want to win father’s day BBQ tickets to hang with @dada_rocks & @citymommy – http://bit.ly/9DVFfb
You get 1 extra entry for becoming a FAN on facebook –facebook.com/DaDaRocks you must comment that you’re a fan
The Jabra HALO is a wireless Bluetooth stereo headset that allows users to enjoy wireless music and answer phone calls in crystal clear stereo sound. Featuring A2DP technology, the Jabra HALO gives users the ability to seamlessly connect to any Bluetooth music-playing device – and all 3.5 mm music playing devices – including mobile phones, Mp3 players, laptops, and TVs. In addition, ensuring that users won’t miss phone calls while listening to music, the HALO fades out music to allow for incoming calls. The HALO features a lightweight (only 3 ounces!) over-the-head design with a foldable headband – small enough to take it wherever you go. The HALO also has the versatility to switch between wireless and wired connectivity if a device doesn’t support Bluetooth stereo (A2DP) technology. The device also features Zirene® Power Bass for audio enhancement.
The Jabra STONE, the most sleek and stylish Bluetooth on the market allows busy moms to look good on the go. The STONE elegantly wraps behind the ear eliminating the on-face microphone look, combining style and function. Make play dates, speak to colleagues, or make dinner plans for a girl’s night out – all without anyone even knowing you are wearing a Bluetooth device! New noise cancelling technology ensures every phone call will be clear and uninterrupted by whatever noise surrounds you throughout your day. In addition, the STONE comes with a portable charger so it is always easy to re-charge.
The Jabra CRUISER is the first Bluetooth wireless speakerphone to feature noise cancelling technology, allowing it to block out background noise from traffic or other passengers while enhancing the quality of your voice. In addition, the CRUISER can play music from the radio and your phone or portable music players (iPod/MP3 players) through your cars stereo system, so you’ll never miss a call because you couldn’t hear your phone. The CRUISER allows you to speak on the phone when you drive in compliance to hands free driving laws, making it extremely useful for moms on the go whether you are driving to soccer practice or going to work. Never again will you have a frustrating phone call where you have to repeat everything you say because no one can hear you over the kids singing along in the backseat!
I’ve had all three of these devices for a few weeks now and I can tell you how cool they are until you’ve got them in your hands – the sound is amazing! Best part is if your using these to speak with someone, they can actually hear you! I had these devices synced to my iPhone 3G in less then 2 minutes.
It was that easy!
The Halo works as wireless headphones and also a headset mic. The sound that comes out of these speakers is amazing and crystal clear.
The Stone is a typical bluetooth headset expect the base part of it will recharge the wireless piece this is great for the always on the phone executive or just on the go dad.
It frees up your hands when pushing a stroller too!
The Cruiser is a speaker phone (designed for the car) but will work anyplace – the speaker is at least 5 times louder then the speaker built into the iPhone (meaning you can actually use a speaker phone call).
I love these products so much I wanted to give everyone a shot at winning. There will be 3 – yes THREE winners 1 prize per person.
How to win it… Contest ends 11:59am EST. June 16, 2010.
You get 1 entry for placing a comment if you could turn something wireless what would it be & why, which of the 3 devices you’d like to win and please use some method for us to contact you in the comment (twitter or email)
You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about this contest (you can do this daily). Must contain the following information:
@Jabra_US @dada_rocks – http://bit.ly/du4gk0 and you must also leave a comment with the link to your twitter message.
Example: I want to win a @Jabra_US [device’s name] from @dada_rocks – http://bit.ly/du4gk0
You get 1 extra entry for becoming a FAN on facebook –facebook.com/DaDaRocks you must a comment that you’re a fan
You get 1 extra entry for becoming a Fan on facebook of Jabra – facebook.com/Jabra.US you must a comment that you’re a fan
You get 1 extra entry for subscribing to our Feedburner digest mailing (right side subscribe by email) – you must also comment that you’ve subscribed
You will have 12 hours to reply before we pick another winner!
Disclaimer: Jabra is providing these devices for the raffle.
SING ME TO SLEEP CD RELEASE FEAT. TANYA DONELLY, JENNY OWEN YOUNGS, & JULIE PEEL
Sunday, June 13 at 12 NOON
American Laundromat Records proudly presents Tanya Donelly (Belly, Breeders, Throwing Muses), Jenny Owen Youngs, and Julie Peel celebrating the release of “Sing Me To Sleep – Indie Lullabies,” a whimsical collection of lullabies and popular songs re-imagined as lullabies by some of today’s best indie artists. This is an all-ages kids-friendly event with live performances, face-painting, balloons, crafts and lots of fun for all ages. All proceeds from this wonderful project are donated to The Valerie Fund, a non-profit organization that provides for the comprehensive health care of children with cancer and blood disorders. $20 adults / $12 children under 12
How to win it… Contest ends 11:59pm EST. June 10, 2010.
You get 1 entry for placing a comment your favorite lullabies song is and please use some method for us to contact you in the comment
(twitter or email)
You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about this contest (you can do this daily). Must contain the following information:
@joespubnyc @dada_rocks – http://bit.ly/bVXPxm and you must also comment with the link to your twitter message.
Example: I want to win @joespubnyc tickets from @dada_rocks – http://bit.ly/bVXPxm
You get 1 extra entry for becoming a FAN on facebook –facebook.com/DaDaRocks you must comment that you’re a fan
You get 1 extra entry for becoming a Fan on facebook of Joe’s Pub – facebook.com/joespub you must comment that you’re a fan
You get 1 extra entry for subscribing to our Feedburner digest mailing (right side subscribe by email) – you must also comment that you’ve subscribed
You will have 12 hours to reply before we pick another winner!
Disclaimer: Joe’s Pub is providing these tickets for the raffle.
Join us at Big City Moms Father’s Day Event [Link] on Wednesday 6/16 at 6pm at Kidville. Special treats from DinDins, Britax, Boon Inc, Plum Organics. Little Maestros – Gym Activities – Food – Gift Bags – Photos by Suzanne Cohen Photography
How to win it… Contest ends 11:59pm EST. June 14th, 2010.
1 Lucky Family will win a family pass to the event! Tell us your favorite TV dad and please include some method for us to contact you in the comment (twitter or email).
You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about this contest (you can do this daily). Must contain the following information: @Bigcitymoms @dada_rocks – http://bit.ly/aVowy5 and you must also comment with the link to your twitter message.
Example: I want to want to go to the @bigcitymoms father’s day event from @dada_rocks – http://bit.ly/aVowy5
Unless you’ve been living under a rock (or in a cave) the world is changing the role of Dad is changing. The Evolution of Dad(www.evolutionofdad.com) explores how fatherhood has evolved over time, what its impact has been on family and society, and how fatherhood will likely continue to change.
A filmmaker and screenwriter by trade, Glazer happily became the primary caregiver for hiskids, but quickly found himself having conflicted feelings about his new role. Realizing there has never been a documentary film to fully explore what it means to be an American dad, Glazer committed himself to the undertaking.
With expert commentary from leading sociologists, psychiatrists, and family law specialists, as well as profiling some of the most unique and heroic dads of the new millennium, The Evolution of Dad digs deep to uncover the challenges many of today’s fathers are facing and reveals how dads can make a stronger and more positive impact on family life and society as a whole.
As a result, the film is poised to challenge and potentially change many of the misconceptions that people have about what it means to be a father. Beyond its educational merit, Glazer believes that watching the film for many people will be both emotional and inspirational, allowing them to openly share their feelings about their own experiences with fatherhood.
How to win it… Contest ends 11:59pm EST. June 13th, 2010.
1 Lucky person will win the DVD of The Evolution of Dad! Tell us your favorite memory of your dad (or someone who was like a dad to you) and please include some method for us to contact you in the comment (twitter or email).
You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about this contest (you can do this daily). Must contain the following information: @evodadmovie @dad_rocks – http://bit.ly/90NDwC and you must also comment with the link to your twitter message.
Example: I want to win the @evodadmovie DVD from @dada_rocks – http://bit.ly/90NDwC
