GFM Fam, some new goodness from Anais Aida who we are always excited to present for your listening pleasure…

From the press release

Described by John Mayer as one of the most important songs he’s ever written, the latest in Anais Aida’s cover songs suite is “Gravity”, lifted from his 2006 bluesy rock classic Continuum, Anais teams back up with producer Daniel “Danny Be” Bazan to give the track a bit more soul and a little hip-hop flavor. This is the second of 4 cover songs to be released this month, leading up to release of the first single “Love Can Burn”, which will debut in July.

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B.B. King in Atlanta

In the ever present hustle of life, I often have to make the consciouses effort to step back and breathe in the moment. I’ve found that the fruitless pursuits of mirages and mirrors can  insidiously make you lose sight of  God’s most precious blessings. For some,  it may be the infectious giggle of your child and for others, it may be the moment you said “I do”. Life is filled with a number of magical flashes and can surprise you with phenomenal people along the way. However if you’re not careful, you can easily fall into the trap of taking  things for granted when greatness is right before your eyes. This past Sunday at Chastain Park, I’m glad I didn’t miss my moment and had a chance to literally kneel before music royalty. Who am I referring to you ask? None other than Chicago blues great, Buddy Guy and Lucille’s old man, B.B. King. (more…)

Jermaine Jackson tossed a rose after singing in front of his brother's casket during the memorial service on Tuesday. Source: Monica Almeida/The New York Times

Earlier today at the Staples Center, AEG and Ken Ehrlich produced a very respectful and honorable tribute to the greatest entertainer of all times, Michael Joseph Jackson. There were great performances from Stevie Wonder, Lionel Richie, John Mayer, Usher and many others. Of course, hearing his daughter Paris speak at the end of the ceremony was the ultimate tear jerker for all.

It’s been a long day, and an emotional roller coaster. You can check out clips of all the performances after the jump. Once again, I’d just like to say thank you to Michael Jackson for sharing your gifts of love, creativity and music with the world. Thank you to Katherine and Joe Jackson, as well as the entire Jackson family for sharing your son/brother/family with the world. R.I.P. MJ.

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Just in time for Christmas. Buy 1, buy 5, but 10!! Support Real Artists & Real Music.

From Hidden Beach:

The Perfect Present

Dear Friends and Family –

Thank you for being a part of the Hidden Beach Family and for supporting Real Artists & Real Music…

As you may or may not know, “Yes We Can: Voices of a Grassroots Movement” is the only official musical release approved by the Barack Obama presidential campaign and is now on sale.

“Yes We Can: Voices of a Grassroots Movement” is a collector’s item featuring musicians such as Stevie Wonder, Sheryl Crow, Ozomatli, Jill Scott, John Mayer, Los Lonely Boys, Shontelle, John Legend, Lionel Richie and many more.

This season spread the positive messages of “Change” and give the gift of music to your family, friends, co-workers, neighbors and loved ones. This CD makes a great stocking stuffer, too!

Currently, we are offering a few special promotions only available at The Hidden Beach Shop.

* Gift Wrap & Send “Yes We Can” CD for $13.48 (Save 10%)
Use the coupon “GIFT” in our store to receive this discount. Specify an alternate Shipping Name & Address and we will wrap the CD and send it as a holiday gift from you to the person on the shipping address. We can also send the CD to your address.

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