Music Forte Features No Phear in New Podcast

Music Forte's podcast Episode #5 features No Phear's views as an unsigned, independent artist and highlights “Thug 4 Life”, a five-star rated song from his current album, I Stand Alone. The podcast covers a variety of information about promoting music and succeeding in the music industry as an independent artist. You can check it out at http://www.musicforte.com/song/26564/Episode56-29-2010. You can visit No Phear's profile on Music Forte at http://www.musicforte.com/member/nophear/ to hear all the songs from I Stand Alone.

Popular Reggae Single "Zion's Gate" Named Runner Up in Singer/Songwriter Competition

"Zion's Gate", the first single from No Phear's current album, I Stand Alone, was recently named runner up in We Are Listening's 2010 Singer/Songwriter competition. Songs submitted for the contest were panel-evaluated on a number of criteria, including lyrical content. According to Matt Olsen, who works in Artist Relations for We Are Listening, the "judges were impressed and awarded" No Phear "with a runner up final status".

"Zion's Gate", which is a popular chart-climbing single for the reggae/hip hop artist, has accumulated numerous additional accolades. It is a 5-star-rated tune on Music Forte, SoundClick, Dub and Reggae and IM Radio. The "Zion's Gate" video has a 4-star rating on DaSouth.com and has earned numerous positive fan comments on YouTube. "Zion's Gate" and all of the other tracks on I Stand Alone can be heard on No Phear's MySpace and ReverbNation profiles.

About No Phear:

Hailing from Jamaica and raised in St. Ann parish and the Cayman Islands, No Phear is a versatile singer-songwriter who fuses traditional reggae/dancehall with hip hop and rap. What makes No Phear’s offering unique is his innovative combination of an old school vibe with an urban finish. This fusion makes No Phear’s music appealing to contemporary audiences and reggae/dancehall enthusiasts alike. No Phear’s signature style combines driving beats, resonant vocals and inspired lyrics. The rhythmic undercurrent bears testament to a modern interpretation of reggae, and the music is accentuated throughout with elements of dancehall and hip hop.

Besides on his own projects, No Phear’s music can also be heard on DJ Tsunami’s mixed tape Money Well Spent, Volume 3. His song “My Time” is featured on Lenox Lawrence’s compilation CD, Wine Riddim, and has received exposure in the European markets. “De Wah Dah”, a tune No Phear created for the Black Blingas, is in regular rotation in all of the Jamaican markets. No Phear has collaborated with Phillip Smart, a producer who has worked with well-known reggae artists like Shaggy and Wayne Wonder. In addition, No Phear has opened for popular reggae artists, including Sean Paul, Beenie Man, and Elephant Man.

No Phear's Music Featured On The Independent Music Scene

Website: http://www.reverbnation.com/nophearmusic
Music: http://www.reverbnation.com/artist/song_details/2877819?play_now=true

Paul Ruth recently posted his review of reggae/hip hop artist No Phear and his music on The Independent Music Scene. The blog, which seeks to highlight great music by independent musicians who are signed and unsigned, featured No Phear on June 15, 2010.

According to Ruth, No Phear's music is "a cool innovation that deserves to be heard." Ruth went on to mention two of No Phear's songs, "Zion's Gate" and "Thug 4 Life". Both tracks are on No Phear's current album, I Stand Alone, and a video for "Zion's Gate" is currently playing on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQQw5C2WjoY.

Paul Ruth summarized No Phear's innovative sound, saying, "There are some very clear reggae rhythms, yet it is a hip hop pace." No Phear is known for his signature blending of contemporary urban elements like rap and hip hop with the traditional Caribbean sounds of reggae and dancehall.

The entire feature on No Phear's music can be found at http://www.theindependentmusicscene.com/2010/06/no-phear.html. To learn more about No Phear and listen to all the songs from his current project, visit http://www.reverbnation.com/nophearmusic or http://www.myspace.com/nophearmusic.

TIME ZONE INTERNATIONAL RECORDS ANNOUNCES TRIP GIVEAWAY FOR NO PHEAR FANS

Time Zone International Records announces its “Win a Trip to Jamaica with No Phear” raffle in which loyal No Phear fans have the opportunity to win a trip to Jamaica to celebrate the success of No Phear’s album, I Stand Alone, with the reggae/hip hop artist. 25,000 No Phear fans will be entered for their chance to win the trip by submitting proofs of purchase or download of I Stand Alone. The CD can be purchased from Amazon or downloaded at iTunes, Rhapsody, eMusic or Amazon Mp3.

“I Stand Alone has already been well-received. And to celebrate the album’s success and thank my fans for their support, my label decided to sponsor a trip to my native Jamaica for one lucky fan and a guest,” No Phear explained.

“We are proud to offer this fantastic opportunity for No Phear’s fans to be a part of the I Stand Alone celebration. This raffle offers the first 25,000 of No Phear’s most loyal supporters the chance to party in Jamaica with the popular reggae/hip hop artist,” stated a representative from Time Zone International Records. “With the release of I Stand Alone, we believe No Phear has truly created something for every music fan to listen to,” he said. “Hearing the innovative fusion of reggae, hip hop, dancehall and rap on I Stand Alone and then having an opportunity to win a trip to No Phear’s native Jamaica is music lover’s dream. We are thrilled to be making this offer to all of his fans.”

Time Zone International Records is offering the winner and a guest round-trip airfare for two to Jamaica, a five day/four night stay in a fabulous Jamaican hotel, all meals and selected entertainment and plenty of time to socialize with No Phear. However, only the first 25,000 fans to submit proofs of purchase or download will be entered in the raffle.

To enter, No Phear fans can purchase the CD on Amazon or download it from iTunes, Rhapsody, eMusic or Amazon Mp3. Then, they just need to electronically submit proof of purchase to nophearmusic@gmail.com. Each correctly submitted proof of purchase creates one entry in the raffle. The sweepstakes is available until 25,000 entries have been received, and all participants must be at least 18 years or older to be eligible to enter the raffle.

No Phear will randomly select the winning entry. The winning No Phear fan will be notified via email by Time Zone International Records and will also be announced on No Phear’s Twitter page, No Phear’s ReverbNation page and No Phear’s Dub and Reggae page. If they would prefer, Jamaican residents may elect to receive the value of the trip.

Contact Information:

Time Zone International Records: 1timezonerecords@gmail.com

Management/booking contacts: Marlon Calder 770-866-8755

Electronic Press Kit: http://tinyurl.com/nophearepk

Release of I Stand Alone Announced by Reggae/Hip Hop Artist No Phear

The talented reggae/hip hop musician from Jamaica has released his anticipated sophomore album, a move which will thrill his fans around the world.

No Phear recently released his new album, marking a huge stage in the career of the versatile reggae/hip hop singer-songwriter. No Phear, who hails from St. Ann, Jamaica, has released his second solo project and is now promoting the album to build upon his fan base and introduce his music to more people than ever.

The album, I Stand Alone, consists of sixteen original songs from No Phear, each providing a combination of contemporary driving beats, resonant vocals and inspired lyrics. The rhythmic undercurrent bears testament to a modern interpretation of reggae, and the music is accentuated throughout with elements of dancehall and hip hop.

The album was recorded at Rockstar Entertainment & Music in New Jersey, and its creation was supported by musicians like Pink Bling, Super Shane and Notorious. It was produced collaboratively by No Phear, Showtime da Producer and T and was post-produced by T from High Stakes Records.

I Stand Alone reveals the array of influences that have found their way into No Phear’s music. While his grounding is in traditional reggae, his style has been shaped by other musical forms indigenous to the Caribbean. No Phear always brings something singular and fresh to a traditional sound. For this reason, his preference for unconventional beats has been enhanced by his ability to blend the essence of reggae/dancehall with a modern urban note flavored by rap and hip hop.

No Phear said of his work, “Since going solo, my style has developed, and I’ve incorporated other sounds and genres which have all made their way into I Stand Alone. The album is a reflection of my influences over the years and the changes that I’ve experienced as an artist.”

The album is available now on iTunes, Rhapsody and Amazon; and fans are encouraged to visit No Phear’s website, which provides everything you could want to know about the promising musician: fans can check out No Phear’s brand new “Zion’s Gate” video, view photos, and sign up for the mailing list to receive information about upcoming shows and No Phear news. Fans are also invited to visit No Phear’s MySpace page and join up to be his friend on Facebook.

Contact Information:

Time Zone International Records: 1timezonerecords@gmail.com

Management/booking contacts: Marlon Calder 770-866-8755

No Phear Selected for Independent Music Scene Feature

No Phear's music is going to be featured on The Independent Music Scene on June 15, 2010. Please check it out @ http://www.theindependentmusicscene. Thanks for the support!