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Salem Plays Host to Oregon`s Biggest Christian Music Festival

Of course, like any good festival, there will be plenty to do in addition to enjoying great musical performances.

(SALEM, Ore) - 2014 marks the 5th annual Fish Fest at Salem's Riverfront Park on Saturday.

Those attending will enjoy a day full of music with headliners MercyMe and Jeremy Camp backed by a stellar group of artists — Red, Britt Nicole, Trip Lee, and our winner of the Opening Act Contest, Faithful to One.

10th Annual Portland HempStalk Moves to Waterfront Park

The 2014 Portland Hempstalk Festival is at Tom McCall Waterfront Park in downtown Portland, Oregon on September 27th and 28th.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Hempstalk provides educational awareness opportunities regarding the the medicinal, emotional and mental benefits of cannabis while advocating for its decriminalization for medicinal, industrial, and recreational use.

Founded in 2005 by The Hemp and Cannabis Foundation, the festival features live music, guest speakers, food and goods vendors and information booths.

Country Superstar Garth Brooks Announces 2014 World Tour

Brooks, 52, appeared to promote his new album, "Blame It All on My Roots: Five Decades of Influences," a six-disc set includes covers, his greatest hits and a DVD of his Las Vegas show.

(NEW YORK) - Country music superstar Garth Brooks has been coy about rumors his new album and post-Thanksgiving TV special could signal a return to the concert stage as well, until he sat down with " Good Morning America" anchor Robin Roberts.

"You know what, since it's you and since we've had a history forever, let's announce it. We're going on a world tour in 2014," Brooks told Roberts today on "GMA." "I can't believe I just did that but you are a doll."

Singer Katy Perry Breaks Records in Twitter with 50 Million Followers and Beats Justin Bieber

UBS analysts do not hesitate to assert that the actions of Twitter are still among the most overvalued in the world market

(MADRID) - Singer Katy Perry (pictured) has conquered Twitter users reaching 50 million followers on the social network. Thus, the soloist has overcome its competitor, Justin Bieber, who has been in second place..

The number of followers on social networking has become an important factor , as it is one of the essential means to promote works , whether music or solidarity actions.

Musical Notes Can Carry A Great Tune

Tim King interviews Michael Krapovicky.

(AUBURN, ME) - Tim King: Michael, your music has a unique sound, strong and reminiscent of some of the really nice songs from the 70's through today, what is your inspiration?

Michael Krapovicky: All music that is out there has the ability to shape and influence, to emulate or reject. Bands like Pink Floyd and America challenge me to make the best music possible, where sound creates colors and evokes emotional experience. Lyrically, I try to glean from a wide variety of sources: novels, poems, songs of intellectual artists such as Bob Dylan and Steely Dan, in order to capture a feeling in the most concise way possible. Maine is a beautiful state, it is not surprising that it has its share of talented musical artists.

`My Verse` by Prof. Wilson Santos: Giving a Voice to the Voiceless

Think Your Life is Hard? Watch This Short Film.

(ORLANDO) - Jamal Belica of Aldin Entertainment Music Group has brought a very moving video to the attention of the Salem News. While working on his own projects to spread the word for a better world he came across “My Verse” by Prof. Wilson Santos of Full Sail University that speaks of the pathos of the deprived, especially the children.

Though it is hard-hitting and graphic and not for the squeamish, he found it so motivational that he knew he had to share it with others and he had me take a look at it.

Hindus Critical of Bono`s Half-Hearted Approach to European Roma Apartheid

Oscar nominated socially conscious Irish musician Bono, known for his activism, has been Time Person of the Year.

(RENO) - Critical of half-hearted approach of rock band U2 frontman Bono towards the Roma (Gypsy) apartheid in Europe, Hindus have urged him to get involved more passionately.

Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada (USA) today, however, commended Bono, 53, for at least bringing up the Roma issue...

From Xenophobia to Oikophobia

In the past, the Left was concerned with the rise of xenophobia – animosity towards the stranger, the foreigner, the ‘Other’.

(LONDON) - Alimuddin Usmani Interviews Gilad Atzmon...

We spoke about Dieudonné, the 'socialist', The Zionification of the Left, Oikophobia, the devastating impact of the Frankfurt Yeshiva and the 68 revolution, Bernard-Henri Lévy, Shoa & Humour, the Jewish Question and more..

New Song: `Done It All` by Jamal Belica & Ariana Zoto (feat. Marka)

Music producer JB gets emotional with sadness for his hero....

(BOSTON) - Ten-year-old actress, model, and singer Ariana Zoto and 12-year-old activist, music producer, and singer Jamal Belica have joined forces in a hot collaboration in an uplifting new song, 'Done It All.'

The song celebrates the positive power of motivation, confidence, dedication, and hard work, with snappy lyrics and pulsing rhythm.

Daryl Hall and Amos Lee Share `Brotherly Love` on 66th Episode

Live from Daryl's House on Palladia is "In a Philly Mood".

(LOS ANGELES) - Live from Daryl's House celebrates it's Philadelphia roots in its new Pawling, N.Y., location as fellow City of Brotherly Love native Amos Lee joins Daryl Hall for the show's 66th and latest installment.

The episode premieres on Viacom's high-definition music channel Palladia...