On our Radar ...
Please discover our past and oft-returning clients.

  • Aaron Nigel Smith ~ Musical director of the One World Chorus and founder of Rox in Sox, this
    dynamic performer has one of the best voices in family music.
  • All Around This World ~ a highly engaging global learning online curriculum based on
    authentic music from the many cultures of Latin America and Africa
  • Alastair Moock ~  This rootsy Boston based, GRAMMY-nominated artist celebrates "All Kinds of
    You and Me"
  • Asheba ~ He's the Trinidad-born maker of calypso and reggae music for kids.
  • Baby Loves Disco - Catch this family dance party phenomenon when it comes to a nightclub
    near you!
  • Big Block Singsong ~ A genius indie creative duo out of Montreal has created an award-
    winning international music and TV hit.
  • Bill Harley - GRAMMY Award-winning storyteller, songster and author continues to set the
    standard for family listening.
  • Brady Rymer - This 2-time GRAMMY nominated band wants to "Just Say Hi!" to you.
  • Cat Doorman - Sweet indie tunes from a Portland-based musician and visual artist. There's a
    new app, too!
  • Cathy Fink and Marcy  Marxer ~ This trailblazing folk and family duo offers a new album
    celebrating all families.
  • Danny Weinkauf  ~ Longtime bassist for They Might Be Giants and composer of the hit "I Am a
    Paleontologist" releases his first family album, No School Today.
  • David Tobocman ~ David's songwriting is attuned to a child's life. When he's not writing TV
    and film scores, he's singing along with kids in L.A.
  • Debbie and Friends ~  Peppy story songs and videos watched the world over.
  • Deedle Deedle Dees  and Lloyd H. Miller ~  An educational rock band based in Brooklyn, NY,
    with quirky-good songs about history, folklore and nature
  • Dog on Fleas ~ Led by GRAMMY winning producer Dean Jones, this band blends a retro vibe
    with whimsical lyrics that celebrate the joy of family life.
  • Earthworm Ensemble ~ Spanning styles from indie rock to zydeco, this acoustic band's latest
    album is 'Backyard Garden. LA fans also know them as I See Hawks in  LA.
  • Ellis Paul ~  Ellis' songs will make kids think and feel powerful.
  • Elska ~ A modern pioneer exploring a frosty world of adventure and wonder with her electro-
    pop songs.
  • The Harmonica Pocket ~ An award-winning solar-powered band from Seattle's Kindiependent
    delivers catchy tunes and organic fun for all ages.
  • Heidi Swedberg and the Sukey Jump Band ~ hip and sweet, uke-infused songs for all ages.
    Let's PLAY!
  • Jazzy Ash ~ A swinging Crescent City style with smart and kid-friendly lyrics.
  • Jim Gill ~ The Poet of Play invites parents and caregivers to enjoy active fun
  • Katherine Dines-~  Her Hunk-Ta-Bunk-Ta Music collection is enhanced by new CDs for toddlers.
  • Keith Munslow  ~ Razor-sharp wit infuses Keith's songs and stories. New fatherhood and the
    humor of family life inspire his newest album Tiny Destroyer.
  • Key Wilde and Mr. Clarke  ~ smart songwriting taking a different angle from the rest .
  • Kira Willey ~  This award-winning songwriter and children's yoga expert has released three
    acclaimed  "Yoga Songs" albums, and hsots features on radio and TV
  • Laura Veirs - a Portland based indie songwriter, Laura released her first family music CD
    "Tumble Bee" and is touring nationally.
  • Little Monster Records ~ This Woodstock based indie label offers several cool CDs
  • Mr. Palindrome - word play and silliness from the Pied Piper of Down Under.
  • Oran Etkin - This internationally acclaimed world-jazz clarinetist teaches kids about music
    and history through his Timbalooloo classes and concerts.
  • Peter Yarrow  ~ The legendary co-writer of "Puff the Magic Dragon"released an
    intergenerational "Puff" with Bethany & Rufus."
  • The Pop Ups  ~ Two Grammy  nominations and mutliple acclaim for their touring pop music
    puppet shows, videos and songs!
  • Putumayo Kids ~ The kids' and family division of Putumayo World Music has a catalog of
    acclaimed world and roots music.
  • Rani Arbo and daisy mayhem - This mom-run string band tours nationally and never fails to
    delight with their "Ranky Tanky" tunes.
  • Red Yarn ~ A leader of Portland's vibrant indie kids' music scene delivers gems from the
    American songbag with puppetry and fresh arrangements.
  • Roger Day ~ This Parents' Choice GoldAward winning touring artist's latest release is "Marsh
    Mud Madness," with whimsical songs and music videos about coastal ecology.
  • Shine and the Moonbeams - soulful music created by a NYC based musician
  • Smithsonian Folkways Recordings - The home of Ella Jenkins, Jose Luis Orozco and Elizabeth
    Mitchell, delving into the American songbook for all-ages gems.
  • Sugar Free Allstars  ~ Bring on da Funk! with this disco-beat duo from Oklahoma.
  • Suzi Shelton - This Brooklyn based mom rocker creates sweet songs with thoughtful lyrics to
    inspire kids.
  • Trout Fishing in America - This hearty, GRAMMY nominated duo entertains babies and
    grandparents alike - and everyone in between.
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Current Clients
Amazon Music  ~ America's general store delves into the children's genre with exclusive new
albums by The Pop Ups and Lisa Loeb.  Here's the official news.

Hot Peas 'N Butter ~ ~  NYC based multicultural family music vand known for Latin-influenced
catchy songs. The new album "Amistad" features a song with Dan Zanes. Web... Sounds ... Tour

Lisa Loeb ~ The pop star, author, style setter and philanthropist will release a new album with
Amazon Prime in fall 205 Web ... Sounds ... Tour

Tim Kubart ~ Known for his role on Sprout Channel's "Sunny Side Up Show" and his
performanceswith Postmodern Jukebox, Tim releases a high-powered pop album "Home" in fall
2015. Web ... Sounds ... Tour

Lucky Diaz and the Family Jam Band ~ This L.A. based, Latin GRAMMY winning duo of Alisha and
Lucky create a TV series, pure pop songs and bilingual albums. Web ... Press Kit ... Sounds ... Tour

Mighty Mo Productions ~ from the banks of the Missouri River in Kansas City comes a new label,
carefully curated by Jim Cosgrove, featuring hit songs from top artists. Web

The Not-Its! ~ Seattle's mom-and-pop punkish rock band recently released Raise Your Hand.    
Web... Press Kit ... Sounds ... Tour

The Okee Dokee Brothers ~ This GRAMMY Award-winning duo makes family music with a goal to
inspire children and their parents to get outside and experience nature.
Web, Press kit and Sounds ... Tour

Ralph's World ~ One of the top family music artists is also a children's book author is also a
reading hero in his Chicago hometown and nationally Web...  Press pix... Tour

Recess Monkey ~  Seattle's nationally touring and award-winning band of teacher -musicians hits
all the right notes with kids -- and their grownups. Web

Rounder Records - Raffi! ~ The renowned children's troubadour and environmental activist will
release a new album called Owl Singalong in January 2016. Web

Justin Roberts ~ This two-time GRAMMY nominee offers smart lyrics and power pop sounds. He
recently published a picture book and has developed theatrical productions in Chicago and NYC.
Web ... Press Kit ... Sounds ... Tour

The Secret Mountain ~ This Montreal based publisher creates gorgeously illustrated book-and-CD
sets that win top awards. Their newest book-CDs include classical and jazz lullabies, plus an
original tale with music by Hilary Grist. Web

Symphony Space ~"Just  Kidding" programming at this Upper Westside landmark in NYC ranges
from the latest indie kids' rock to breakdancers, puppetry and children's theatre. Best-selling
authors interact with kids at the Thalia Kids' Book Club events and summer camps. Web ... Sounds