A-Train Is Set To Distribute Qnote Titles

A-Train is pleased to announce the release of several Qnote titles by the late John Dankworth. Jazz Matters features two suites of new music written by Dankworth with lyrics by Duncan Lamont. Recorded in 2007 at The Stables Theatre on the grounds of Dankworth and Lain’s home in Wavendon, “The Blues Ain’t” and “World Jazz” were individually premiered at the BBC Proms and The London Jazz Festival and have been described as worthy companions that explore unusual facets of the blues and what can be done in the space of twelve bars. Continue reading

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Amelia’s Mechanics to Release New Album With A-Train

A-Train is pleased to welcome Amelia’s Mechanics for exclusive worldwide digital distribution.

The all-female trio’s vocal harmony and instrumentation combine country, jazz, and classical to create a unique sound resembling vintage country with a moonshine twist. Fronted by singer / song-writers Molly McGinn and Molly Miller and backed by a talented group of musicians from Nashville, TN; Amelia’ Mechanics provide a sophisticated take on Americana music using luxuriating harmonies and classical swells to temper their lyrical frustrations with love and life. Continue reading

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Peter Rowan Signs With Compass Records

We’re pleased to announce that Compass Records has signed a record deal for The Peter Rowan Bluegrass Band.

Co-founded in 1994 by musicians Alison Brown and Garry West, Compass is a new breed of roots-music label: eclectic, sophisticated, and artist-friendly. Called “one of the greatest independent labels of the last decade” by Billboard Magazine, Compass Records has provided a thriving haven of creativity for artists and a reliable beacon of quality for music fans. Continue reading

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Lila Downs Releases Her New Record with A Train

Grammy Award winner and extraordinary vocalist/songwriter Lila Downs joins A Train for the digital distribution of her new live record, Lila Downs Y La Misteriosa En Paris. The CD will be released by Harmonia Mundi / World Village Music and is available in Spain on February 15th, and the rest of Europe and the U.S. in April. Continue reading

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A-Train Partners with Enja Music Publishing

A-Train is delighted to announce that we have just completed a deal to obtain US sub-publishing rights to the Enja Music Publishing catalog. Music from this fantastic German publisher can be heard in the Royal Bank of Scotland advertisement, often aired during prestigious golf tournaments, among other placements.  To learn more about Enja or to browse their catalog, please visit www.enjamusic.com

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