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BOYCOTT THE RIAA (RECORDING INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA) AND ALL IT’S LABELS

It is time to put an end to the tactics employed by the RIAA. They are currently being sued in the Oregon District Court for, among other things, racketeering. As Former Dead Kennedys vocalist Jello Biafra so eloquently put it, he likens them to the mafia, threatening to leave a horse’s head in the beds of old women and children alike, whilst destroying the education of student file-sharers. Don’t even get him started on the media: “Goebbels would be proud” he said. A COMMENTATOR at Dow Jones MarketWatch concurred with what we've been suggesting for a while - that the RIAA is behaving like the mafia (click here for more information)

Theresa Poletti's March 20 column begins: "As any fan of The Sopranos knows, the mob often takes out its enemies in a gruesome fashion as a way to warn others to fall in line. The same can be said of the campaign over the past four years instigated by the dreaded Recording Industry Association of America...." She relates the RIAA's practice of sending college students extortionate letters demanding payments of thousands of dollars and threatening federal lawsuits. She writes: "I don't condone [copyright infringement], but the RIAA's tactics are nearly as bad as the actions of mobsters, real or fictional. The analogy comes up easily and frequently in any discussion of the RIAA's maneuvers."

The column quotes Robert Talbot, who is a law professor at the University of San Francisco, as saying, "My students were saying it's extortion." And now, finally, A WOMAN WHO WAS SUED by the record industry for alleged copyright infringement has struck back with a putative class-action lawsuit charging the Recording Industry Association of America with racketeering.

In a 108-page complaint filed in federal district court in Portland, Oregon, former defendant Tanya Andersen alleges that the four major record labels conspired with investigative firm MediaSentry "to devise an investigation scheme that was both illegal and seriously flawed." LET’S HOPE IT SUCCEEDS! And then let’s get the states attorneys general involved in criminal prosecution!

So: who is the RIAA and which labels to boycott? You can find the list here:

Welcome to Realm Records, home of Telly Winning and Grammy nominated artists such as Hank Williams, Jr., Big Al Downing, Doug Kershaw, Doc Holiday, Narvel Felts, The Herman's Hermits, and Brett "Doc" Williams.

Realm is a nationally distributed record label currently available in all major retail stores in the USA and available on all paid digital download Internet sites worldwide. Our CEO is a Grammy Voting Member, and of course we work with other such members on various recording and distribution projects.

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MUSICIANS: We accept all genres of music and are always looking for new talent. If you have professionally made demos, please do not hesitate to contact us. If you need professionally made demos, we can refer you to an appropriate producer if we are willing to take on the song(s).

SONGWRITERS: We are always looking for the next best and will publish songs we like through our affiliated company, Brett Williams Publishing, BMI. Please contact us for submission. Please note that we do not accept lyrics only.

Realm is proud to announce the release of the new CD by Michael W. Rogers, Laid Back

Michael W. Rogers

Michael got his first guitar in 1964 and hasn’t stopped playing since. He was in rock and soul bands throughout high school and college, playing both rhythm and lead guitar. In later years Michael sang and played acoustic guitar in various nightclubs. Today he has moved on from rock and soul music to a smooth jazz/easy listening variant. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the keyboard, acoustic and electric guitar renditions in Michael’s latest solo effort.

Though the CD is still in the midst of distribution, it can currently be ordered at Borders. Visit the link to order and/or listen to samples of his songs.

NEWS: Realm Records is proud to release the new CD from Americana singer-songwriter Eric Kurtz. With 10 new original songs, Eric thrills us with his words and melodies as he sings about the vagaries and loves of life. The CD will soon be available at all major retail and internet outlets, but can be ordered now by clicking here.

NEWS: Realm is proud to announce the release of the Doc Holiday classic "The Rhythm Of My Heart". COLLECTOR'S ITEM! Click here.

NEWS: Doc Holiday's latest CD/Album is near completion and will soon be released by Realm. Get more information on the legendary Doc Holiday here.

Announcing the signing of Dwayne Crawner to Realm Records! Dwayne is an extremely talented country gospel singer-songwriter and we are delighted to have him aboard. Stay tuned for details. Meanwhile, be sure to check out Dwayne's first single on the Blowin' Up On Realm, entitled "Things Are Changing."

Realm Records is proud to announce the release of Simpli Lauri

Simpli Lauri

This Nashville singer-songwriter is much more than a great voice. Much more than a great songwriter. She is a master story teller who spins beautiful melodies and great poetic images within her songs.

Though still in the early release stages, you can listen to/purchase her music at Amazon.

Also, you can check out her performance schedule at her web site

JESSIE HITS THE CHARTS! SEE NEWS FOR DETAILS!

NOW AVAILABLE! The Telly Nominated Music Video of "Fireside" by Jessica Rogers, from her newly released CD/Album "Fireside." Music Video Available on DVD. For the video and album, click here.

NEWS: Johnny Fung, an outstanding blues singer-songwriter, guitarist and keyboardist is now Available! Click Here!

NEWS: Realm is proud to announce the release of Ronnie Leif's "Politically Incorrect Redneck". COLLECTOR'S ITEM! Click here.

COMING SOON!

JON WASHINGTON OF THE FORTUNES!

NEWS: Realm Records is delighted to announce that we will soon release "The Best of Jon Washington of the Fortunes, Volume 2".

Sekshun 8 Now Available! Click here.

NOW AVAILABLE! The new album by Brett "Doc" Williams. His latest album contains 10 new original songs from the country singer-songwriter who has won 2 Telly's and garnered 2 first round Grammy nominations. For a review of his latest CD, click here.

NEWS: Volume 1 is now available. Featuring Big Al Downing, Bente' Boe, Doc Holiday, Jon Washington of the Fortunes, Brett Williams, Jessica Rogers, Eric Kurtz, Kwest, Dwayne Crowner, Sekshun 8, and more.

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NEWS: Realm is proud to announce the release of Jon Washington of the Fortunes "My Faith In Human Nature". COLLECTOR'S ITEM! Click here.

NOW AVAILABLE: "The Grammys, The Tellys And Mega Records: The Best Of, Volume 1." Releases on this album include Hank Williams, Jr., Doug Kershaw, Fats Domino, Doc Holiday, The Herman's Hermits, Big Al Downing, Brett Williams, Narvel Felts, Jon Washington of The Fortunes, and Red Hawk and Nino Reyos. All songs are Grammy and Telly Award winning releases that were formerly released on Mega International records. Watch this site for release of future volumes of Telly and Grammy Mega songs, as well.

My. Abandoned.Faith! Now Available

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