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NEW INDEPENDENT RECORD LABEL, STAR CREEK RECORDS, REACHES FOR STELLAR SUCCESS

Los Angeles -- Setting out to prove that Independent artists can be as successful as majors, music industry professionals Randolph Michaud and Luanne Hunt launched their new record label this week, Star Creek Records. The company, which has offices in Maine and California, will provide radio promotion, publicity, artist development, distribution and booking.

The genres they service include: Contemporary Christian and Gospel, Southern Gospel, Bluegrass, Folk, Country, Americana, Reggae and Adult Contemporary.

“What sets Star Creek Records apart from the rest is that we truly care about our artists and want them to make a worldwide impact with their talents,” said Michaud, President and CEO. “We believe extraordinary music should attract an excellent response and are highly committed to getting our artists heard in a big way.”

Michaud says the label hopes to sign at least five more artists in addition to the three that have already come on board. Their current lineup includes: David Nall (Country/Gospel), Michael Stosic (Contemporary Christian) and Allen Karl (Gospel).

Also coming to the label is the 1960s rock band, The Royal Guardsmen. The Platinum-selling group is best known for its hits, "Snoopy vs. The Red Baron" and "Baby Let's Wait."

Every act on Star Creek Records will receive special attention, according to Michaud. His combined efforts with Hunt (Director of Publicity) will help artists to build a larger fan base, attract significant media coverage and get their songs placed in regular rotation on radio stations around the world.

“These artists need someone to fight for them and that’s what we plan to do,” Michaud said.

Michaud, who also is a classic country recording artist, has achieved unparalleled success as a radio promoter. He has helped countless Independent artists get their songs on the charts and on FM, Internet and satellite radio stations.  His Airplay Direct digital monthly compilations are in high demand and receive hundreds of downloads per month from DJs around the world.

Hunt brings a wealth of journalism and public relations experience to Star Creek Records. As an entertainment journalist , she has written feature articles and cover stories for California-based newspapers, including the L.A. Daily News, Long Beach Press-Telegram and Pasadena Star-News, to name a few. 

Over her 11-year career, Hunt has interviewed music, television and sports personalities, such as Ray Charles, Jon Bon Jovi, Loretta Lynn, Toby Keith, Wynonna Judd, Trisha Yearwood, Randy Travis, Jewel, Scott Hamilton, Robert Wagner, Bob Newhart and countless others.

Additionally, she has provided publicity services and written bios and press releases for dozens of Independent artists. She also is the executive editor of the online country and gospel magazine Digital Refrain. And she is an award-winning recording artist, who has produced six CDs.

“Randolph and I have a very unique perspective in running the label because we are artists, too,” said Hunt. “We know what it takes to make it happen because we’ve been there and have learned how it works from the inside out. It’s not rocket science. It just takes dedication, focus, industry knowledge, common sense and a strong drive to succeed.”

In the coming weeks, Star Creek Records will be accepting artist submissions. Details on how to submit, as well as the specifications of their contract can be found at:  HYPERLINK "http://www.northstarrecords.net" www.northstarrecords.net.



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