Archive for March 22nd, 2010

Truck Driver for Carrie Underwood Tour Killed in Accident

Monday, March 22nd, 2010

STONINGTON, CT – A truck driver carrying stage equipment for Carrie Underwood's Play On tour for a performance at Foxwoods Casino's MGM Grand Theater was killed in a road accident March 20. News reports identified the driver as an Oklahoma-based man in his late 40s, but authorities declined to release his identity until a forensic investigation was complete.
The accident happened about 8 a.m. on Interstate 95 at Taugwonk Road in Stonington, a few miles away from the performance venue. Underwood was able to perform as planned that evening, despite the accident. She sand a tearful rendition of Temporary Home in the truck driver's honor.

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Will everything Behringer touches turn to gold?

Monday, March 22nd, 2010

Behringer is installing itself into new markets. At the recent Partner Event, the company opened its doors and answered some searching questions, says Rob Speight

Source: Will everything Behringer touches turn to gold?

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“It Might Get Loud” And It Does

Monday, March 22nd, 2010

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Taking the Pulse on Health Care Reform & Musicians

Monday, March 22nd, 2010

You probably noticed that health care reform was passed by the House of Representatives yesterday, which sends the legislation to the President’s desk and, following a bit of procedural maneuvering in the Senate, clears the bill to become law.

FMC will be weighing in on how the legislation might impact musicians in a Billboard Op-Ed set to run on Friday. We’ll let you know when the link is live.

Here at FMC, we welcome all efforts to get more musicians covered. But we also recognize that this isn’t gonna be a reality over night. In the meantime, we want to know how many musicians currently have health insurance, and if they don’t, what are the barriers to obtaining coverage?

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Adam’s X factor

Monday, March 22nd, 2010

A-series speakers updated

Source: Adam’s X factor

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Celestion Expands Product Line At Prolight + Sound

Monday, March 22nd, 2010

Product additions include new compression and bass/sub-bass drivers.

Source: Celestion Expands Product Line At Prolight + Sound

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3 Tips For Choosing A Set Of Monitor Speakers

Monday, March 22nd, 2010

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Stillwell launch Bombardier

Monday, March 22nd, 2010

Bus compressor in VST and AU formats

Source: Stillwell launch Bombardier

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Musicologist Thomas Adt Joins L-ACOUSTICS

Monday, March 22nd, 2010

Adt’s unique background includes more than 30 years experience in sound reinforcement.

Source: Musicologist Thomas Adt Joins L-ACOUSTICS

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