What’s New Apr 2006
As KaraokeFest 2006 approaches, we are nearing the time for the “Karaoke Golden Achievement Award” voting. These awards are so important because they provide a way to honor those in the Karaoke community whose contributions should be recognized. These awards are rewards for those people and venues that rise above the norm and make a significant, positive difference to Southern California Karaoke. Whether it be an outstanding rotation, great sound or a dramatic stage from which to sing, the “extras” provided by the nominees in their prospective categories make all of our Karaoke singing experiences so much better.
Please take the time to cast your vote for the people and/or venues you think should be recognized for their efforts. This is so important because the more votes that are cast make the results so much more representative. The voting begins on June 1st and lasts until July 15th. You may vote online at www.KaraokeFest.com or www.KaraokeScene.com. In the interest of fairness, only one vote per email address and two votes per ip address will be accepted. Again, the “Karaoke Golden Achievement Awards” depend on you, the Karaoke community, to participate and let those who are worthy know that you appreciate their efforts. They are there for you, you should be there for them.
Soon after the “Karaoke Golden Achievement Award” voting ends, the mother of all singing contests begins. On July 6th, the prestigious “Crème de la Crème” singing competition begins. Singers from all over Southern California (and beyond) will compete for thousands in cash and prizes and the coveted title of “Male & Female Karaoke Vocalist of the Year” and all that goes with it. Don’t miss your chance to be a singing star! All details will be available at www.KaraokeFest.com or www.KaraokeScene.com. They will also appear in our next issue.
KaraokeFest 2006 offers a golden opportunity for Karaoke related businesses to exhibit and sell their products at our Karaoke Expo area. There will be an estimated 75,000 to 100,000+ people at the L.A. County Fair that day so exhibitors are sure to receive maximum exposure. The “Expo” area will be located right in the center of the Fairgrounds adjacent to where our main show will be held and totally accessible to the thousands in attendance. To reserve your “Expo” booth, please call (714) 826-2212. There will be limited space available so be sure to make your “Expo” booth reservation now!
Our “Singer’s Showcase” on this site is just going crazy with singers from all over the world submitting songs and having a great time. If you haven’t been there yet, check it out. You are sure to enjoy all of the songs submitted and the talent of those who submit them. Just click on “Singer’s Showcase” in the navigation menu on the left of any page. Join in the fun and become a member today!
And you KJs out there, don’t forget about our “KJ Directory,” the perfect way to advertise your KJ business. Right now, you can become a member for only $25 for the first year, a real bargain for this kind of exposure. Just click on “KJ Directory” in the navigation menu on the left of any page for details. Join today and your customers are only a click away!
In our last issue of Karaoke Scene Magazine we asked for your responses to the “piracy” problem in Karaoke. We have printed one of the responses on page 25 of our current issue. Please read it and if you have opinions of your own send them to us for possible publication in our next issue. This is a crucially important issue for all of us in the Karaoke community, far too important to ignore, so please send us your letters on the subject.
The publication of the April/May 2006 issue marks the end of our 5th year since taking over Karaoke Scene. We would like to thank all of you for your support over that time and please remember that we are here for you, the Karaoke community. We look forward to working with all of you during the coming years for the betterment of the medium we all enjoy so much, Karaoke!
Until next time…
