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Spring 2010

Hi Everyone!

Just wanted to give you an update of what's happening in my world!

Back in the studio again! The next Pop/Dance album will be more electronic and I am working with an incredible DJ Producer, Touvan.

You have heard some of his work through dance remixes of “In The Mix” and “Yours”. Check him out at www.Touvan.com Pat, Touvan, and I are experimenting with the first few songs as we speak... ('Take Me to the Dancefloor' and 'Music is Life')

Also, I’m working on a few other side projects: A jazz/blues album and a singer/songwriter album with John Rosenberg in Los Angeles. www.myspace.com/JohnRosenbergMusic Pat Pickslay of Rhythm Coalition will be Co-writer, Producer, and engineer.

www.aTripleThreat.com. I had written most of these 20 songs years ago, and even though these side projects will be be on the back burner, I feel that they will represent some of my best lyrics...

And, I'll be working on a video project for the single "No Borders" with Exotic World Gifts for their worldly mission of improving artisans’ lives around the world. Check them at: www.ExoticWorldGifts.com

And I’ll be writing a song for Sacred Space Imports & their World Artisan Fund. Check out their products at: Sacred Spaces in San Marcos or online at www.SacredSpaceImports.com

I'll keep you update as things progress!
Love ya!
Mandy

Happy Holiday from Miz Mandy!

I want to thank you all for another great year… So much to celebrate and be grateful for!

I hope you all have a wonderful holiday season and I look forward to seeing you all next year!

2009 Year in Review:

  • Today’s the Day - Miz Mandy’s second album released
  • New Logo and Merchandise - Tshirts, coasters, mouse pads, etc.
  • Miz Mandy on Art Rocks Radio
  • Fox 5 Morning News - Live Performance and Interview
  • Miz Mandy’s first Music Video “Let Love Be Free” released at Universal
  • Finished “Behind the Scenes” video
  • Finished Promotional Video
  • Sang for Susan G. Komen Grants Reception
  • CW 6 San Diego Living Morning News Live Performance and Interview!
  • Miz Mandy WS Radio Interview
  • Miz Mandy Radio Spot on Jack FM
  • Album Release Concert at Anthology benefiting Susan G. Komen
  • Production of the Next Album has begun!

Happy New Year!

Mandy

July 2009

Lots of news @ ya:

  • New: August 6th - Miz Mandy Fundraiser for Susan G. Komen at Anthology!
  • New: Miz Mandy's Premier Party - 'Let Love Be Free' Video Online for viewing now!
  • New: Free Ringtone! Text "MIZMANDY TODAY" to 69937 (MYXER)

August 6th - Miz Mandy Fundraiser for Susan G. Komen at Anthology!
Miz Mandy's Fundraiser performance for Susan G. Komen at Anthology - featuring special guests Rapper J.Mac, Positive Energy Dance, The Shimmy Sisters, and DarkIvey. If you haven't seen Miz Mandy live, this is the venue and the cause! Her only public show of the summer... Don't miss it!
Tickets expected to be $25. Save the date and your cash for this GREAT cause! More information soon!

ANTHOLOGY
1337 India Street San Diego, California 92101 Map & Directions
BOX OFFICE: 619-595-0300
HOURS: Doors open 5:30 Tuesday through Sunday. All seating based on arrival.
DINING: Kitchen is open until 11pm (Limited menu after 9pm)
BOX OFFICE HOURS: Mon: 11am-4pm Tues-Sun: Noon - 10pm
ATTIRE: Upscale Casual

About: The San Diego Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure is dedicated to combating breast cancer at every front. Up to 75 percent of the Affiliate's net income goes toward funding grants to local hospitals and community organizations that provide breast health education and breast cancer screening and treatment programs for medically underserved women. The remaining net income (a minimum of 25 percent) supports the national Komen Grants Program, which funds groundbreaking breast cancer research, meritorious awards and educational and scientific programs around the world. http://www.komensandiego.org/
About: Anthology is the vision of Howard Berkson, real estate developer, who wanted to create a first-class space in downtown San Diego where he could combine his shared passions for live music and fine dining. The primary audience of Anthology are music lovers. They want a casually sophisticated and comfortable place to gather, have a great cocktail, enjoy friends and an intimate upclose music experience with some of the finest artists in the world in Jazz, Rock, Blues, Latin, Indie and more. They also have great appreciation for Anthology as one of the finest built "music rooms" featuring the finest state-of-the-art sound system and perfectly tenuated acoustics. The Berkson's wanted to create more than just a venue, they envisioned a unique social environment that engages the guests, respects the artists, and is filled with culture and creativity... from first bite to final note. http://anthologysd.com/index.html

Miz Mandy's Premier Party - 'Let Love Be Free' Video Online for viewing now!
If you haven't seen what the buzz is all about, check out the footage of the red-carpet, paparazzi and star-studded premier party now!

FREE RINGTONE!

Text "MIZMANDY TODAY" to 69937 (MYXER)
Standard/other carrier charges may apply. (?) Compatible with most carriers including AT&T, Cellular One, Sprint, and TMobile. Text STOP to 69937 to opt out.

Verizon users have a different (2 step) process to download ringtones from Myxer.
Verizon users text MIZMANDY to 69937 (MYXER) to get a link to the profile and then download from there.

Miz Mandy Radio Interview aired on March 11th. Listen now!
If you haven't heard the Miz Mandy interview on ArtRocks Radio, be sure to check it out now!


I hope you all had a great Independence Day weekend! Check back soon for more information about the gig on August 6th!!!
Thanks all!
Miz Mandy

July 2008

Hello All!

Some exciting new news.... We are officially back on the BILLBOARD BREAKOUT CHARTS! Yipee!
The Friscia and Lamboy remix of my new single "Sweet Fury of Love" is doing great and entered the Billboard Charts on July 4th. Let's keep our fingers crossed that it continues to climb the Billboard Dance Club Play Charts!

On another note, the new single 'Just Another Night' is being spun by Dj's in Washington DC (Fur Nightclub and Lotus Lounge) New York, San Diego and Utah. Don't forget to Download it for FREE (for a limited time only!) at www.myspace.com/MizMandy

And Text NODDEN to MYXER for a FREE RINGTONE of 'Just Another Night'.

We've had 2 awesome shows lately. Check out the new photos from the Taylor Made Adidas Golf U.S. Open Performance by Miz Mandy on my website or myspace. Some of the photos are Soooo Hot! (You'll see what I mean!)
All photos by Heather Moreau of Vallentyne Photography: www.VallentynePhotography.com

And check out some of our upcoming shows!
Aug 22 2008 - San Diego Magazine 'Best Of San Diego' Event
Sep 6 2008 - Crime Victims Fund Organization - Fundraiser Performance
Nov 21 2008 - Susan G. Komen - 3 Day Race Performance
Check the events page for more details!

We hope to see you then! Mandy

June 2007

Happy New Year!

Hello Freinds, Family, Fans and Associates!

For those of you wondering, I have not fallen off the edge of the earth! So much has been happening, and lately, Computer crash, pet emergency, flooded house, Lasik surgery, new nephew, wildfires, and travel, etc., etc.

Speaking of wildfires, I hope this email finds you well! Other than some property damage, everyone I've spoken to seems to have made it through ok, but will have a ton of clean-up. Just wanted to let you all know that you are in my thoughts and prayers! Please let me know if I can be of any assistance to any of you.

As we are nearing the end of the year, I wanted to take the time to reflect on all of the awesome things that have happened and take the time to thank again, everyone who has a part of it in any way.

2006

  • May 5th - Live KUSI TV Performance
  • Mandatory - The Album Official Release - March 6th at the Belly Up
  • Mandatory Merchandise available!
  • "Shake Shake Shake" - #2 on the Brazilian Charts!
  • May 10th - Second Concert at the Belly Up
  • Radio Airplay on XM and Serius Satellite Radio!
  • LATV - TV Performance and Interview, L.A., Aired Octover 25th
  • HTH Performance, San Diego, October 31st
  • Live Performance with DJ Scotty K at the Here Lounge, L.A. November 12th

2007

  • In The Mix - The Album Official Release - Jan 23rd 2007
  • Launch of the new www.MizMandy.com website
  • Carnival Performance at 4th and B, San Dioego February 17th
  • Billboard Breakout Charts - two weeks in March!
  • "In The Mix" debuted at 43 on The Dance Club Play Charts
  • On the Billboard Charts for 8 weeks, peaking at 37
  • Jeans for Justice - Fashion & Art Performance - SDCCS benefit, SD May 5th
  • Toyota Show, San Diego, May
  • International Salsa Congress Performance, L.A. May
  • Performance at Cafe Sevilla, SD, June
  • Battle In The Mix - Performance at Aubergine SD - Invisible Children, July 1st
  • Cafe Sevilla Performance

I'm taking a break from the live shows for now... I'm back in the studio with Patricio Pickslay of Rhythum Calition, workin on the next album, which we'll promote dance single-by-single until the full pop version album is complete. Just met with the promoter, Brad LeBeau of ProMotion in New York last month. We'll release the first single in January, then April, then August, etc. Hoping to release the actual album around May. And go mostly digital.

There are some changes in the works as far as my image and web promotion...So be ready for some surprises!!! Until then, thank you everyone for your continued support! Happy New Year to everyone!

June 2007

Hello Everyone!

Sorry to take so long getting back to you... 3 shows and a trip oversees within 2 weeks has made me a busy (and tired) girl! And I had a wedding on Saturday that I have been preparing for.

All of the shows went well! Over 400 people came to the 'Jeans for Justice' - the May 5th show that supported increased awareness of rape and sexual assault. It was an absolute blast! Great drinks, networking, and plenty of chaos backstage! So many fun people and supporters... Of course Ellen, Jess, Nick, Liz and all at Consciously Social. Style by Laura Gambucci at www.EssentiallyPink.com, Hair and Make-up by Abbey, David and Co. by www.SalonRadius.com. Jewelry and Accessories by the lovely new shopowner (101 and Luecadia), Cessily B. Thanks also to Liz Edwards, of www.LetsPlayDowntown.com for Media Coverage and Videography, Rueben and the whole crew at Fox 6 News www.fox6.com. Awesome photos by the one and only www.JamieClear.com. And writer www.MollyNance.com.

I had another show for Toyota, a night of food, entertainment and raffle prizes. It was also very fun, but very low key. www.ToyotaCarlsbad.com

Paris was a great balance between tourism and local culture. We saw the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, Sacre Couer, Montmarte, Moulin Rouge, etc. Some friends have lived there and knew all the best places to go. We spent a day on the outskirts of town in the country, on 2 separate islands in the Seine river, for an authenic Parisian lunch and snacks at two friends houses. We also visited a Paris soiree, local flea market, and a famous Souffle restaurant. What a blast!

I came home for a show in LA at the 2007 West Coast Salsa Congress with the Positive Energy Dance Team. We did the "Shake Shake Shake." with 8 couples and two Brazilian capoiera dancers just this last Thursday night. Wow, what a big show! The video should be out soon. Don't forget to check out www.PositiveEnergyDance.com and www.ElStudioTango.com.

Keep your eyes open for the next awesome show BATTLE In The Mix, a competition among some of San Diego's most talented and recognized names in night life. This cutting edge DJ Battle and remix competition challenges the top DJ's from San Diego to perform before a panel of celebrity judges and San Diego's entertainment connoisseurs, an event that will stimulate all the senses as we incorporate cutting edge creative expression through the fusion of music, live performance, dance, digital art and also feature a performance by Billboard recording artist Miz Mandy (moi!), all while infusing the message of global awareness. BATTLE In The Mix supports the charitable organization, Invisible Children, Inc. www.myspace.com/BattleDjCompetition and www.ConsciouslySocial.com

That's it for now, other than to check out all of the new photos coming soon! And Thanks to everyone for your continued kind words and support! I look forward to hearing from you soon!

February 2007

Well, the CD is out and we are getting great feedback already... Everyone especially loves the DJ Scotty K remixes of "In The Mix". Check out some of the new reviews and comments made from different DJs around the country in the news section. We're also adding some photos from NAMM and LA to the hot photo section.
I'm excited about all the positive feedback, but there is still so far to go... more soon!... : )
M.

January 2007

Musically, we are working on several projects now and the new LA team is very hopeful. Distribution, delivery/set up of Content - downloads/ringtones, websites, etc. We are working on schedules and promo packet for NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants - huge convention!) in LA and the ASR (fashion and sports) conference in San Diego for the end of January. We need to decide what sponsors we want and what they will get (banner at shows, product placement, logo placement, etc.)

They think in February we will begin charting on the dance charts and then we will start charting later on the pop charts. We know we need a music video and EPK (electronic press kit) to run a parallel public and industry video campaign. We're also working with Consciously Social on a DJ Competition and then hoping to release an "In the Re-Mix" compilation CD to have available for our attendance at the Miami Winter Dance Music Conference in March. Besides that, just all the regular marketing, promotion, PR/press, Touring, and ending in May with a show for the charity event, Jeans for Justice. I have a few articles coming out too. Whew! So that's the update.

October 2006

Hello Everyone!
As you all have heard, many things are happening!!! Here is a 'brief' summary and introduction to our new partners. LATV was a huge success! We had met with several record industry people previously who made it to the show. Since then we have signed contracts with some major hitters. Yeah!

Omni Entertainment Inc.
www.OmniEntertainmentInc.com
www.StreetBuzzz.com
www.ie360.com

Steve and the Gang will be doing our marketing, promotion and National/International Distribution. They have requested a new album "In The Mix" which we have been working on day and night for 4 weeks. It should be manufactured and in the national market in November 2006. We are in talks with partner, Al, for several cameo and/or soundtrack opportunities for Paramount and indie movies. Subsequently, they have passed on the tracks "Shake Shake Shake" and "In The Mix" to world renown DJ, DJ Scotty K. He is doing club remixes and we will release singles and vinyl in November 2006.

DJ Scotty K:
www.DJScottyK.com

Steve and Omni have also set us up with the fun and fearless Michelle of mediaHo Publicity, Los Angeles. She will be helping rewrite text, promotions, photo shoots, image, media, etc.

mediaHo publicity
www.mediaHopublicity.com
www.myspace.com/mediaHo

We also signed an Administration and Publishing deal with the music industry icon, Jay Warner.

Brooklyn Music Publishing Group Inc.
National League Music / American League Music
5455 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1703
Los Angeles, CA 90036

Some of his books:
American Singing Groups: A History, From 1940 to Today How to Have Your Hit Song Published (Paperback - Nov 15, 2006) The Da Capo Book of American Singing Groups: A History, 1940-1990 (Paperback - April 2000)
On This Day in Music History: Over 2,000 Popular Music Facts Covering Every Day of the Year (Paperback - Aug 9, 2004) The Billboard Book of American Singing Groups: A History, 1940-1990 (Paperback - Oct 1992) Billboard's American Rock 'N' Roll in Review by Jay Warner and Rick Dees (Paperback - Mar 1997) On This Day in Black Music History (Paperback - Feb 1, 2006) Just Walkin' in the Rain: The True Story of the Prisonaires: the Convict Pioneers of R & B and Rock & Roll (Hardcover - Feb 2001)

We are also launching a new website at www.MizMandy.com in October 2006 and a few other online sites through our new team at Zamphear Studios. They are excellent!

Mike & Justin
Website- Zamphear Studios

With Zamphear and mediaHo Publicity, we will be doing a HUGE online campaign!

MZMANDY.COM (will move the old site format to this url) MANDYSPLACE.COM ( a fan relations site) MISSMANDY.COM (just a home page re-directing to official site) AreYouInTheMix.com (about non-profit campaigns and projects)

Please join us at our public profiles ...
MySpace - www.MySpace.com/MizMandy
Xanga - www.xanga.com/mizmandy
Bebo - mizmandymusic.bebo.com
Hi5 - mizmandymusic.hi5.com
Sonicbids - www.Sonicbids.com/MizMandy

In San Diego, we are working with 2 lovely ladies, Ellen and Jess, for publicity, event coordination and cause related marketing. With Consciously Social Events, we will make a name in the local market through a DJ competition and performances, "In The Mix" CD release premiere, and the "Gift of Music" Holiday Instrument Drive.

Consciously Social Events
514 Via de la Valle, Suite 202
Solana Beach, CA 92075
www.consciouslysocial.com

Here are some upcoming shows...
Friday OCTOBER 27th - To Tracks w/ Dancers @ High Tech Media High (2-4 songs)
Friday DECEMBER 1st - Nostika Magazine Show - TBD Saturday DECEMBER 2nd - Open House, Studio West, Rhythm Coalition, Expanding University TBA Monday DECEMBER 4th - Pacific Records @ Epicenter - Headlining Act - TBA JAN 18 - 27th 2007 - Los Angeles, NAMM Tradeshow - TBA JAN 21 - 25th 200l - Cannes, France, MIDEM Tradeshow - TBA FEB 14th - Monaco, Prince Albert Theatre - TBConfirmed MARCH 20th - 25th - Miami Beach, FLorida @ Winter Music Conference, Int.
Dance Music Awards -TBA

And that's the update!

Miz Mandy

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