We're Back in the Saddle Again! A Houston Update...

Hi there Music Friends & Fans, It's SO nice to be home! (Clicks heels together): There's no place like home, there's no place like home, there's no place like HOME! (sigh.) Just an update. We survived RECONSTRUCTION (well mostly...!), and we're back in our (mostly?...) completed house in Houston again, Post-Harvey. Yay!!  We're feeling thankful and very blessed to be home, can you tell? Even the dogs are happier-and so are the squirrels and birds who missed me feeding them (and our dogs chasing them?) every single day! Ha! Some News: Please continue to PRAY for Houston as we are still in the midst of re-building, and there are still many who are homeless, routed from homes, lost everything, jobless, or just generally down and out... I'm in a fantastic NEW BAND called the Six Alarm Band (well the band's been around awhile, but we've been doing a little re-grouping). We play hits from the 60's to 80's and some hopping oldies, and we're in the process of updating websites, etc. now. I'll fill you in on more details soon...but we DO have 2 upcoming Houston Area performances: Mo's Irish Pub N. (on Vintage Park),  June 15, 7-10pm  More info TBA http://mosirishpub.com/houston/ Mo's Irish Pub in Katy (on the Katy Frwy),  June 29  7-10pm  More info TBAhttp://mosirishpub.com/katy I also am in a great jazzy duo called DeDe & DC* and we just performed a fun cocktail party in West U this past weekend and we have a lot more coming soon... Lastly, I'm on the Board of, and I'm traveling to the International Music and Entertainment Awards in Ashland KY June 16, where I'm nominated in Categories 1 & 2 for "America United", and I appreciate all your VOTES very much! I hope if you're a musician you'll check out and join this very fine non-profit Indie Music organization and submit your music! Larry and I would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your thoughts, emails and prayers during this trying time. We are blessed to know you and have you as friends & supporters-we love each of our fans, friends and musician family so much! Wishing you God's every blessing, and I hope you're enjoying this gorgeous Springtime! DeDe :) dedewedekind.com @dedewmusic Facebook.com/DeDeWedekind Instagram: DeDeWedekind Youtube: Youtube.com/1dwedekind *DC stands for Dan Carlson, my amazing keyboard player. He has rhythm and bass on his keyboard and together we play some awesome and fun standards and oldies....

Can 1 Artist have 3 Songs on the Top 10 Chart at Once?......

...And the answer is...

Yes!!!

Thanks friends & fans for helping me get these songs on the #Broadjam (Songwriters-Earth) Overall Top 10 Chart:

#2: Prime of Life by DeDe by DeDe WedeKind

#8 Sell Me Out

#10 Leaning on Heaven

Hear all TOP 10 Songs here:  http://broadjamtop10.com/index.php/author/broadjam-com-broadjam-earth-top-10/

Thanks for listening to, following me, supporting my music, and for caring and sharing my music!

Hugs,
DeDe :)
2017 Member of the Recording Academy - Home of The Grammy Awards

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My Song is #3!: Dream of You by DeDe WedeKind

DeDe's Song of the Year, Dream of You is now #3 on the #Country Music Top 10 Chart on Broadjam.com!

Read More & Listen here:

#3: Dream of You By DeDe by DeDe WedeKind

Thanks for LIKING, PURCHASING & SHARING DeDe's positive & inspiring brand of music with your friends & family!  Many hugs from DeDe:)  www.DeDeWedekind.com

On the Radio July 4th! DeDe's on Award-Winning Women of Substance PATRIOTIC Podcast #1 Rated on itunes!

Thrilled to find out that I'm going to be on the Women of Substance Award-Winning #Radio Show's #PATRIOTIC #Podcast on July 4th @ 8pm Eastern, 7pm Central, 5pm West Coast!  
Visit: http://www.wospodcast.com/ to tune in and/or sign up for your FREE iTunes download!  

Thanks for LIKING & SHARING my music!  -DeDe:)
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Listen to DeDe Talk About NEW ALBUM "Dream of You", this Saturday & Sunday on #Mulberry Lane US RADIO

My friends, the #Mulberry SISTERS, (Allie, Rachel & Bo) at Mulberry Lane #Radio Show weekly on Saturdays are a riot!! They always have the BEST Celebrity Guests, Along with Famous Musicians, Actors, Songwriters and Major Up & Comers! Tune in every Saturday & Sunday:   www.mulberrylane.com.


THIS WEEK'S SHOW FEATURING # DEDE & PAM Tillis, Moody Blues, etc.!  
Sat. 10am, 1290 KOIL Omaha ( www.mighty1290koil.com )

Sun. 8am, B107.3 Lincoln ( www.B1073.com )

Sun. 4pm, 1340 KGFW Kearney ( www.KGFW.com ) Syndicated across the US!

Click below to hear LAST week's show FEATURING JEFFERSON AIRPLANE & TOM SCHNEIDER from DUKES of HAZZARD:
http://myemail.constantcontact.com/Marty-Balin--Jefferson-Airplane--Jefferson-Starship---John-Schneider--Maria-Thayer----more.html?soid=1101046250066





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DeDe Wedekind's NEW Album "Dream of You" releases in Feb 2016!

Well, thanks to my friend and Editor in Chief at #WebHost Magazine & #Indie #Music Magazine (http://indiemusicmagazine.live/2016/02/06/dede/)  Randy Lockhart, there's sure
a lot to be thankful for! This is what he posted about me on 3 of his Indie Music Websites today (thanks Randy!):

DeDe Wedekind, or just “DeDe” as she goes by for music, is an award-winning singer/songwriter from Houston, Texas. DeDe won Song of the Year at the 2015 IMEA AWARDS in Atlanta this past October for her new single “Stronger” from her upcoming album, Dream of You. Dream of You is DeDe’s highly anticipated 4th album, which will be released on Feb 12, 2016.

For her new album, which has been almost 2 years in the making, DeDe’s been songwriting with Los Angeles-based Multi-Platinum Producer & Songwriter, Kevin DeClue (Hillary Duff, Charlie Midnight & Rihanna). DeDe wrote or co-wrote all the songs on Dream of You. This album and the new hit single: “Love Lives On”, were recorded at Nashville’s famed 515 Studio with Multi-Platinum mega-hit Songwriter & Producer, Andrew Fromm. Andrew is the songwriter for the ‘NSync “Millenium” album, the Backstreet Boys, Marc Anthony & many others, and he not only helped DeDe arrange the piano part for Love Lives On, but also is featured playing this song on DeDe’s new album.

DeDe’s currently a Featured New Artist with a 10-page! Spotlight on her music and her upcoming album in the February 2016 Indie Music Magazine (IMC Magazine pages 30-39), and you can find the article: DeDe: An Artist In Her Prime & Ahead of Her Time, here: http://www.theimcmag.com/. She’s also the Women of Substance Radio’s Featured Artist for February: http://www.wosradio.com. On Feb. 15th, DeDe’s featured as a New Artist in the March edition of the #Lov3rs #Artists United Magazine, with a review of her new song, Prime of Life: http://www.magcloud.com/WEBVIEWER/1035477.

DeDe won 2 Albums of the Year (and one Song of the Year), from the International Music & Entertainment Awards in 2014 for Album #2: Love & Fairy Tales, and album #3: World of Christmas! Over the past 3 years of her 4-year career, DeDe’s been a repeat FINALIST in the following International Songwriting Contests: the International Songwriting Contest, The USA Songwriting Contest, the UK Songwriting Contest, the 2014 Annual Dallas Songwriting Contest, and Song of the Year.com’s 2015 Songwriting Contest in July 2015.  Read more...

Here are all 3 links to Randy's Indie Music Magazine articles:

http://webhostmagazine.rocks/dede-wedekind/

http://indiemusicmagazine.live/2016/02/06/dede-wedekind/

http://indiemusicmagazine.live/2016/02/06/dede/

Find all DeDe's Music, SignUp to be a Fan, get Monthly News & Shows, and find out more about DeDe here: www.DeDe-Music.com. LIKE DeDe on Facebook: www.Facebook.com/DeDeWedekind

My December to Remember Christmastime News...

Hi there,
A very merry and joyous Christmastime & a Happy New Year in 2016 to you!  Thanks for being my fan, and for purchasing, sharing & listening to my music, and for all your support in 2015! Many exciting things are happening, but above all I wanted to wish you all a truly memorable & blessed Christmas! 

Just a few updates:
My New Album "Dream of You"

As many of you know, my album is scheduled to be out very soon. We had a setback because I was ill for over a month, and couldn't sing! But it's back on track and we're almost finished mixing in Nashville, and on  to mastering, and then the album will be out-hopefully in time for Valentines! If you want to reserve your signed copy, please feel free to email me or respond to this email with your address and the number you want. I'll hold one (or more) for my email family for just $10 plus $2 shipping each in the Continental US (shipping is for up to 4)!!   This is a great deal because it will cost over $15 ea. to get one hardcopy if you order it after release...The songs are beautiful and a little different than my "usual". They're very honest & personal, with a bit of a folk, country-pop edge. I call it Amerifolk Pop-Country. There's also a little Latin jazz and even some rock-n-roll!

I think you'll enjoy the songs, and really relate to the lyrics. BTW- One original Single, "Stronger", already won Song of the Year at the 2015 IMEA Awards in Atanta on Oct. 24th, 2015, & Prime of Life was awarded Top 5 Finalist on Song of the Year.com, and nominated for Song of the Year at the 2015 IMEA awards! This album is actually based on the story of my life.  A story all of us can relate to: the dreams of youth, falling in love, aspirations, challenges & regrets, moving on, dealing with changes, and finally: love & acceptance. I sing about romance, the real meaning of love, the importance of family bonds, disappointments & heartbreak, finally growing up! and being happy and content right where you are now.

Please listen to some of the new songs here: www.Reverbnation.com/Deborahwedekind & please let me know what you think of my demos of "Stronger", "Prime of Life", "Recipe of Love" & "Dream of You" ok?

Upcoming Shows

Since we've been working so hard on this album, we only have a handful of shows coming up, but I still wanted you to know about them...Most are private company Christmas parties, but I have a few shows coming soon:

New Years Show...in Boquete, Panama!  Stay tuned, I'm sending info to my Latin American/Panamanian friends soon! This show will be much different than my Christmas show at the Rock- more Jazzy and more dance music!

Feb 13, 2016, 7-9pm  Valentine's Show at the Bender Performing Arts Center, Humble.   Featuring jazzy-pop standards by classical Soprano Megan Stapleton, & Mezzo Soprano DeDe Wedekind :) More show information TBA!

Have a wonderful Christmas and God bless you & your families!

DeDe & Larry (Cookie & Sugar too!) Wedekind :)

DeDe's Official Website:  www.DeDe-Music.com  Hear samples of DeDe's music and get albums!

Facebook Fan Sites: www.Facebook.com/DeDeWedekind & www.Facebook.com/DeDe

YouTube: www.YouTube.com/1DWedekind

Twitter:  @DeDeWMusic

All Songs on Reverbnation:  www.reverbnation.com/Deborahwedekind   &    www.reverbnation.com/DeDeandtheDaydreams

Why in the World Would I Enter a Songwriting Contest, What the Hec is the IMEA? & Some GREAT Artists to Check Out!

So many of you musicians have asked me about winning awards: how do you win songwriting awards?, how and why do you enter song contests? etc., etc.  So I put together some basic info for you, below. I would love it if you would read about some of these extremely talented artists and see how many of them have recently won some pretty big awards.  Considering there're probably 100's of 1000's of good musicians out there, I believe that some of these awards in your pocket really can motivate you, get you the recognition you deserve, and set you apart from the crowd....

To Pre-Order hardcopies of my NEW album, “Dream of You” for only $10, just click HERE.

Also, what’s the IMEA?  Read below about what’s happening with the 3^rd Annual IMEA Awards Show in Atlanta on Oct. 24, 2015, and please don’t forget to VOTE for DeDe HERE thru Oct. 7!  (Just click, enter your email, vote for DeDe for #2 & #22, and click on "SUBMIT" at the end. Simple, and thanks so much for your vote!!

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WE ARE LESS THAN ONE MONTH AWAY FROM THE 2015 IMEA AWARDS. I. REPEAT. WE ARE LESS THAN ONE MONTH AWAY FROM THE 2015 IMEA AWARDS.

Wow, this year is just rolling by so quickly. It seems that just yesterday I was on a conference call with the Nominating Committee finalizing the submission forms and booking the venue. Now, we are in the final stage of planning.

Over the past two months, I've exchanged an infinite amount of emails with IMEA members who are nominated. Many of them have been a part of the awards in the past years and many of them are new this year.

One of the things that I liked to tell newbies about the event is that it is like a homecoming or a family reunion. Although many of us meet for the first time on the weekend of the awards, it is an instant connection and feels as if we have been best friends or relatives our entire lives. That's beautiful. Many organizations, and award programs, are competitive. I am so glad that that is not the case with our organization.

I would also describe the event as a magical experience. From the hustle and excitement of the red carpet to the moment you step foot into the theatre, you immediately know that you are surrounded by talented and artistic people. You can feel it in the air. Another beautiful thing.

We have been working extremely hard to make this program a success and we could not do it without all of you. Thank you so much! If there's something you would like to see us doing that we aren't or if you have a suggestion on areas that we can improve our organization, please let me know.

-Colt Chambers

IMEA MEMBER NEWS:

DEDE

DeDe Wedekind, or just “DeDe” as she often goes by, is an award-winning singer/songwriter from Texas. Over the past 3 years of her 4-year career, DeDe’s been a repeat FINALIST in many International Songwriting Competitions including: the International Songwriting Contest, the UK Songwriting Contest, the 2014 Annual Dallas Songwriting Contest, and Song of the Year.com’s 2015 Songwriting Contest.  She also won 2 Albums of the Year (and one Song of the Year), from the International Music & Entertainment Awards in Oct. 2014. The Adult Contemporary Album of the Year was her 2nd album, "Love and Fairy Tales", and the IMEA Holiday Album of the Year was "World of Christmas”, DeDe’s 3rd album. 

She’s currently collaborating with Los Angeles-based Multi-Platinum Producer & Songwriter, Kevin DeClue (who’s worked with Hillary Duff, Charlie Midnight & Rihanna), on her highly anticipated 4th album, "Dream of You", releasing on Oct. 27, 2015. For "Dream of You”, which just wrapped recording in Nashville, DeDe wrote or collaborated on the writing for all the songs, including one of her new singles, “Love Is”.  On Sept. 19th, DeDe performed and recorded “Love Is” in Nashville’s Studio 515, with Multi-Platinum mega-hit Songwriter & Producer, Andrew Fromm (songwriter for the ‘NSync “Millenium” album, the Backstreet Boys, Marc Anthony & many others), who not only helped arrange the piano part, but also played the piano on this track for DeDe's album.  Two songs from this album have already been nominated for major Music and Songwriting Awards: "Prime of Life" was a Song of the Year.com Finalist in July 2015, and both "Prime of Life" & "Stronger" are nominated for Song of the Year in the 3rd annual IMEA Awards in Folk and Adult Contemporary respectively!  DeDe will be a Featured Artist at the 3rd annual IMEA Awards in Atlanta on October 24, 2014.

Crossing many genres and styles, DeDe is becoming known for her inspiring melodies and vocals, and her honest, yet uplifting lyrics. A nationwide terrestrial major market radio campaign by a leading Nashville Radio Promotion Company starts early this Nov. for 2 hit singles which appear on her new album: “Stronger” and “Prime of Life”.  Hear and purchase DeDe’s music at: www.DeDe-Music.com & Become a Fan and receive monthly news, shows & song updates: www.Reverbnation.com/DeborahWedekind.

YURI

Russian-born and Israeli-raised guitarist Yuri Liberzon ranks among today’s foremost classical guitarists in the United States and the world

His playing has been described as “Transcendent technical prowess at the service of gracious musicality. He is a natural born guitarist”. Washington D.C. Guitar Society wrote: “Mr. Liberzon was terrific. World-class mental acrobatics. Very pleasing results.”

His debut album Ascension was released to both domestic and international listeners on Friday, July 17th 2015.

It wasn’t long before the album received a stunning review from classical music critic Dan Cohen at The Muse’s Muse. He writes: “...he's all about melody, all about communication, all about heart. It's his Ascension, to be sure, but he wants to take us with him. My advice to you-- drop everything and go!” The album has also been submitted to the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences for first-round consideration at the upcoming 58th Annual GRAMMY® Awards.

It showcases the talent and resources of the San Francisco Bay area: performed on a 2011 Gil Carnal (a Santa Cruz luthier) guitar, recorded at the Robert Blitzer Art Gallery in Santa Cruz, mastered at Michael Romanowski Mastering in San Francisco, and produced by Yuri Liberzon and Nahuel Bronzini.

Yuri’s success in the United States began with full scholarships to study with two of the world’s leading guitar figures: Manuel Barrueco at the Peabody Conservatory of the Johns Hopkins University, and Benjamin Verdery at Yale University School of Music. Mr. Liberzon went on to successfully complete his Graduate Performance Diploma and Bachelor’s degree from Peabody and finally a Master’s degree from Yale. His skills have also earned special recognition by the USCIS; Mr. Liberzon was granted Alien of Extraordinary Ability United States Permanent Residency based on his achievements in the music field. In addition to arrangements and transcriptions, his expertise has also been called on to judge competitions in the United States, most notably the Beatty Music Competition for the Classical Guitar in Washington D.C.​

STAGE REPUBLIC

When Dutch recording artist and actor Corjan de Raaf (Raven) founded Stage Republic at the end of 2013, he had no idea things would take off as they did. "Firstage", the debut album produced 3 singles that made it into the Dutch national indie chart, with "All Out" topping the list on #1. Outside the home country of the Netherlands "Firstage" was playlisted at over 200 US College Radio Stations and became a pop hit in South-Korea. A double IMEA Award nomination (Best Alternative Album & Best Alternative Group) became the icing on the cake.

The 2nd half year of 2014 saw the release of "Seconder" the EP with another charting single for the band in "Us Against The Rest". After that it was time to start working on new material. The song "Big Blue River", nominated for this year's IMEA "Best Pop Song" category, had all the elements of a clear new direction for the band. Where "Firstage" was centered around Raven's mantra of "refuse to think it's hard", in the new material the artist explores what is happening to us and how that affects our lives. The phrase "Had to drown to come clean" from the nominated song sums that up nicely. Still, the trademark Stage Republic messages of hope and perseverance are always there as are the electro-pop 80s roots, be it less dominant than before.

Stage Republic frontman Raven will be one of the proud presenters of this year's award ceremony.

BLACK JEWELZ

Black Jewelz latest video "#100 BARZ" was released September 7, 2015. The video "#100 BARZ" provides the audience with exceptional imagery coupled with raw lyricism. This follow-up to "The D" is the second video from the "illethal" Mixed tape.

THE MAJOLLY PROJECT

Based in Bangalore, India, The Majolly Project has already proved their mettle by winning ‘Best Emerging Artist’ and ‘Best Song’ for their debut single "Dark Room" at the Global Music Awards. This single is also currently nominated as Rock Song of the Year at IMEA presently.

A young band (founded in September 2014), concert pianist, teacher, singer and choir director Neecia Majolly is the frontswoman/songwriter/arranger, with Anish Thomas Panikkar (keyboards/arranger) and Ashwin Shekhar (drums/percussion). Coming from different musical backgrounds ranging from Western Classical to Electronic to Indian Classical to Progressive Rock, The Majolly Project has just released their explosive second single Whitebone showcasing their unique sound which they call CEPR (Classical/Electronic/Progressive Rock) based on the disturbing issue of ivory poaching.

The Majolly Project can be found on facebook, twitter, youtube and reverbnation. Both singles are on sale on www.cdbaby.com.

DYLAN GALVIN

After a very productive trip to LA, I will be collaborating with producer Matt Champlin, who won a grammy for his work on the new Sam Smith album. 

I will be having an album release party with my other project, Iz'em, a polyrhtymic, textural, modern rock group, in D.C. at the Velvet Lounge on U-Street October 9th.  Baltimore's 98 Rock will be broadcasting the entire show live to listeners.  The photo attached of our band was taken by the phenomenal Richie Downs, I highly recommend him to any musicians looking for a high quality photographer on a budget.

Also I'm working on some new music, including some finger tapping techniques and beatboxing that my audiences are really loving. 

I hope this puts you in a trance. #dubstep #beatboxer pic.twitter.com/xR9JyTHb8m

— Dylan Galvin (@DylanGalvin) September 24, 2015

You can stay up to date with me at www.dylangalvin.com.

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CONTACT US

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I hope you enjoyed this latest artist, contest and IMEA update! 

Thanks and have a great Fall!

DeDe J

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NEW! Please listen to my Interview on Unclaimed Bands with "DeDe & the Dreams" Band & Multi #Platinum #Record Producer Kevin DeClue...

Here it is! Aug. 19, 2015 Unclaimed Bands Interview with DeDe #0199:   https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dede-0199/id349887175?i=350031121&mt=2

Please Listen & Share!  It's short, very interesting! & includes some of my new music and lots of info about my new album "Dream of You" coming in February 2016! 

You can find out more about me, DeDe Wedekind here: 

DeDe's Official Website, SignUp for a Free Download!: www.DeDe-Music.com

Listen & Purchase MP3's here: Reverbnation.com/DeborahWedekind

LIKE DeDe on Facebook and get news & updates: Facebook.com/DeDeWedekind

Some upcoming shows and my music...DeDe

Hi there,

For the past several months, I've been working on my new album with 9 original songs, and set to record next week...to be released in early Fall 2015.

I realized some of you haven't heard my music yet, so here's my link:

DeDe on Reverbnation.com

And here's my upcoming show/tour schedule (more shows coming soon!):

DeDe's Official Website-Shows

Thanks so much for being my fan, listening and sharing my music!

DeDe :)

Connect to Independent Music

My original song The Plans I Have for You, is about having such a deep love for someone that you want to care for them, protect and cherish them forever.  Reaching out to them to make sure they have a good future with hope and encouragement. Like God's amazing love or the deeply devoted love a parent has for their child...

Now on 6 Broadjam Top 10 lists!   Click on the link below to hear The Plans I Have for You, Finalist in the 2013 UK Songwriting Contest and 2nd Place finisher in the 2014 Dallas Songwriting Contest!

 Connect to Independent Music

See The Plans I Have Video Here:  The Plans I Have for You by DeDe

PRESS RELEASE: Singer/Songwriter DeDe Receives 6 Major Music Industry Awards!

Online Music Site Mi2N Announces Songwriting Wins for Singer/Songwriter DeDe!

Read more:

Mi2N.com - Singer/Songwriter DeDe Receives 6 Major Music Industry Awards! 

Light Reading about Copyrights from ASCAP

Hi there,

I wanted to fill you in on some music news, but be warned. This is a very meaty article lots of fancy terms and such about the wonderful world of music copyrights (and other copyrights).  I got it from an ASCAP email I received, and thought some of you who are musicians or music supporters would want to read what's happening in the big world of music copyrights. These are some thoughts supporting artists and artists rights (which as an artist and songwriter, I also support!), which are being debated now in the US and elsewhere around the world since the advent of the internet and free downloads, music streaming, etc.

http://illusionofmore.com/copyright-critics-dont-get-artists/


Anyways, enjoy this "light" reading!
Musically yours,
DeDe :)
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The Music (Ministry) Business: What Labels Are Looking For

A great post from my friend, Eric Copeland, producer extraordinaire and CEO/Owner of Creative Soul Records up in Nashville.
-DeDe :)

(Okay, so this is about the music biz, but is also applicable to a lot of other opportunities/relationships in life...)

The Music (Ministry) Business: What Labels Are Looking For: "A work of art is the unique result of a unique temperament." - Oscar Wilde So as a Christian artist, you perhaps may thi...