Taxi member Brian Hazard named Grand Prize Winner
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Taxi member Brian Hazard named Grand Prize Winner
Color Theory named Grand Prize Winner in John Lennon Songwriting ContestMarch 3, 2009For immediate release“If It's My Time To Go,” a song by Color Theory (the moniker for singer-songwriter Brian Hazard), won the grand prize in the electronic category of the John Lennon Songwriting Contest. Judged by music industry veterans and recording artists such as Bob Weir, the Veronicas, and Al Jarreau, the Lennon contest is one of today’s most prestigious international songwriting competitions. Hazard will receive over $5,500 in cash and musical equipment in connection with the award.The song can be heard on the John Lennon Songwriting Contest website at:http://www.jlsc.com/winners/2008b/winners.php“If It's My Time To Go" is featured on Color Theory's latest album, "The Thought Chapter." Released in November 2008, "The Thought Chapter" is a strong and wide-ranging collection of 12 songs featuring Hazard's memorable songcraft and unique arrangements.The news that Color Theory has won a John Lennon Songwriting Contest award comes in the wake of an announcement last week that the Huntington Beach, California-based artist is a nominee for Best Electronic in the 2009 Orange County Music Awards. That event will be held at the Grove of Anaheim on April 4, 2009.More about Color Theory at:http://www.colortheory.comCONTACT:color ... theory.com
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A well-deserved win...what a unique and moving song. Great job!André
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I haven't had a chance to listen yet, I will. And I thank you for your blog, I've certainly read quite a few pieces of Passive Promotion. Congratulations man, you are making the world a better place. You deserve the WIN!Steve
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big congrats, Brian!! damn, that must feel good:)
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Brian,I heard. I like. Congrats! Allen
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Thank you guys! I appreciate your kind and generous words.Yes, it does feel nice to be recognized after 15 years of plugging away. Of course I'll keep at it, and keep writing about it at passivepromotion.com. It's nice to hear that you keep up with the blog Steve!Brian.COLOR THEORYelectronic indie piano popBrian Hazard = Color Theorycolortheory@colortheory.comhttp://www.colortheory.com
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Great song! Now I need to check out your CD. Congratulations!~ Lydia
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Wow Brian!! That's gotta feel good....Many congrats. I know you're a big Depeche Mode and this is a nod in their direction. I mean that as a compliment.....Well crafted song.BTW I love your blog too....Thanks for putting the effort you put into this...Derek
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Congratulations from a former winner (Latin Category) to a current winner!!It's a great feather in the cap to have this honored distinction. I totally dig your song and it is well deserved.Bravo!Cisko
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