HELP!!!

I know it's been FOREVER...but before I realise it, another year will have gone by...so I thought I should keep you updated on at least a few of the many wonderful developments in my life...

Check out the 'dates' section. Some new and exciting things are happening and I am looking forward to them...I'll be part of an event that's taking place at the Temple Bar on April 15. 2007 - Girls Gone World!!!

www.myspace.com/thegirlsgoneworld

Alex & I will be performing with Satnam Singh Ramgotra for the first time which is so wonderful...and it is the first time in my life that I will be sharing an evening with 2 other Indian singers...whose 'homes are everywhere and yet no place' (Manisha Shahane). It's going to be an exciting evening for all of us!

I'll also be performing at the Baked Potato for the first time on May 13. 2007 - yes, that is Mother's Day here in the U.S. of A. So I hope all of you bring your mothers, partners, children...and, of course, anyone and everyone is welcome. This will be a relaxed, intimate and 'jazzy-ish' evening. Still don't know who'll be joining us but will keep you posted.

...oh, and the album(s) that were planned are still planned...work in progress, so to speak and taking their own sweet time! :-)

So I won't talk about future projects as yet. When I'm ready (or when 'they' are ready for me), you'll be the first to know.

Thanks for bearing with me!

All good things to all of you,
Sumitra

Good morning!

I have finally made it into the world of myspace!
YES! So now you can visit me at www.myspace.com/sumitraonline

Unsigned Music Magazine featured me in there last issue. It was a great interview conducted via insant messaging on skype, which was a lot of fun!
Thanks again to Ken Hamlett and Ian Cole - you've been wonderful to me!
Their regular site is currently down for maintenance but you can go on to this link and from that page you can download the issue that contains the interview.
http://www.unsignedmusicmag.com/essentials.html

Unsigned Music Mag Presents the Fan Your Band to Fame Contest
Another round of voting - from July 12th - August 12th:
I entered this contest and have been selected to continue on to round two (details below)

The ten finalists will be the ten artists that receive the MOST votes between July 12th and August 12th, so I'm letting all of you know...if you have a minute please click onto http://www.fancontest.unsignedmusicmag.com

The "Fan Your Band to Fame Contest" is an international contest founded by UNSIGNED Music Magazine - The largest magazine dedicated to indie music and INgrooves a leading digital media publisher and technology company that provides distribution, marketing, licensing and other digital services.
One grand prize winner will receive a distribution contract, feature interview in UNSIGNED, the Indie Guide Contact book, a one-year subscription to Onlinegigs.com and products from Griffin Technology. The 9 other semi-finalists will receive a six-month subscription to Onlinegigs.com and products from Griffin Technology.

THANK YOU SO MUCH!

Alex's new album [sic] is out!
I had previously mentioned that there is a new version of 'indian girl' on his album, now called 'Indian Girl meets Austrian Boy'..:)
Have a look, have a listen...it's definitely worth it!

www.abstractlogix.com
www.alexmachacek.com
www.myspace.com/alexmachacek

That's it from me for now!

Thank you all for your continued support!

Peace,
Sumitra

Hello everyone,

It's been a while...my apologies to all of you!
Alex and I will be back at the Temple Bar on May 23rd at 8.30...earlier this time so if you feel like joining us, we'd be delighted!!! :)
Many of you have been asking me about the kweevak.com voting. First of all, thanks again to ALL of you for your support. I think voting ends today, so I hope to hear soon and will definitely keep you posted.
In June/July, I should be featured in an interview with UNSIGNED Music Magazine (check out unsignedmusicmag.com). UNSIGNED is the largest magazine dedicated to indie music and they're absolutely wonderful! They also put together an IMix on ITunes: UNSIGNED Music Magazine's 'Best of...Show#1' with one of my tracks on it - Destiny 2001. A big thank you to Ian Cole and everyone at UNSIGNED!
My publicist, Pat Tynan has been busy working for me in the UK. It's been an interesting process. Surprisingly many of the Asian networks responded quite soon and before I knew it I was on the phone doing a live interview with the BBC Asian Network. THANK YOU PAT...and thanks to everyone who 'rated' 'indian girl' on Adil Ray's show!
Alex's new album is being mastered at the moment and we'll keep you updated on that as well! Guess what? I'm on it too!!! :) I'm on an 'out of this world' version of 'indian girl' AND Terry & I are finally on a track together, so I have a lot to be proud of...it's well worth listening to...absolutely amazing!
Keep checking back...and I'll keep doing my best to stay on top of things!

Peace, love and thanks,
Sumitra

I'm having a phone interview with the BBC Asian Network in the UK tonight (22.40 UK time!). They're playing 'indian girl' all week!

Check out
http://www.bbc.co.uk/asiannetwork/adil_ray
'...rate it or hate it???'

I'll be back with more news soon.
All good things, S.

I've been nominated for this year's Kweevak.com Music Awards!
Kweevak.com is a popular online music magazine and promotion company that has been online since 1999.
They also reviewed 'indian girl' in July 2005.
Visitors to Kweevak.com can vote for their favorite artists from now until May 15, 2006.

HOW TO VOTE:

• When: Voting runs from now until May 15, 2006
• Fans may vote for their favorite CD by going to theAwards voting page
• at: http://www.kweevak.com/rd_cdawards_vote.htm
• From there they will be able to select the favorite artist from a list of this year's nominees.
• Fans will need to select their favorite artist and music project CD and hit the "vote" button.
• Only 1 vote per IP address will be counted

If you have a minute and feel that my music deserves your vote, then log on to http://www.kweevak.com/rd_cdawards_vote.htm.

Thank you so much for taking the time and for your continued support...and thanks to all of you who've already voted!

With love,
Sumitra

I know...January is almost over BUT we still have a whole New Year ahead of us, so let me wish all of you a very HAPPY 2006!
Thanks for your support over the last year...for coming to gigs, buying CDs, visiting my website...for reviews and airplay...it's all very much appreciated!
Many plans for this year...Alex and I will FINALLY be recording a duo CD (believe it or not!) and I am working on new material...will keep you posted.
I now have a wonderful European publicist in the UK so there will be new reviews coming in. Thank you Pat!
My drummer, Mario Lackner, will be in town soon and we'll be performing at the Temple Bar in Feb. which I'm really looking forward to (see dates)...so if you're in the area, if you can't sleep or if you don't have to wake up at some ungodly hour the next day, do stop by...we'd be delighted!
Sumitra

Quick, quick, quick...I''m in a rush, getting ready to go to India...
Check out http://www.congosq.org/cs-jazzfest2005.html
Wish you all a very happy and peaceful holiday season!
Will get back to you in the New Year!
Meanwhile, be well and be safe,
Sumitra

November 2005

HAPPY DIWALI!
All good things to you on this day and always!

12th October marks our 'first anniversary' in LA!
It's been quite a year for both of us...
Apart from making this big step across the ocean, travelling has definitely been at the top of our list: I got back from an amazing trip to India recently and am feeling very connected and content. Alex was in Europe soon after that and I'll be going to Vienna for work in November. My 'alma mater', Webster University, has invited me to perform at their 25th Anniversary Celebration in Vienna. Then we both go to India in December, this time performing...and this time will be Alex's first time there...
I can't think of a better way to end the year.
Here in LA we'll be part of the Desert Song Festival in November. A big thank you to Linda for sharing and Wayne for squeezing us in at the last minute...and we're back at Rico's in October. This time James Hurley will be joining us and he's brilliant! So if you're in the area do stop by.
All good things to you,
Sumitra

I know, I know - IT'S BEEN TOO LONG!
I’m off to India very soon. Time to reconnect and celebrate…I shall be looking into some opportunities there…so keep your fingers crossed…it’s all very exciting…
...here's a quick update:

R E V I E W S & A I R P L A Y
'indian girl' has been receiving many reviews thanks to my publicist, Rhonda Kelley, who is simply the best! Have a look at my ‘press section’.

Airplay:
radiononsense.com
2MCR Radio
http://www.luver.com
WJSK Radio
The Michael Anthony Show http://www.michaelanthonyshow.com,
Relax Radio www.relaxradio.net.au,
ILR Australian Worldwide Radio Network http://www.isonliveradio.com,
Aural Innovations http://Aural-Innovations.com

…and perhaps there are others…thanks to all of you for your support!

Meanwhile, I decided that since 'indian girl' is over a year old you can get it for less now…IT IS NOW AVAILABLE for $ 13 - 13 tracks, $ 1 per track...that was my calculation...and of course there is always the digital option... check out ‘buy cd’…I’ve also started working on new material for my next album...hope to start recording by the end of this year…will keep you posted.

What else? Oh yes, the 'Out Trio' DVD is now available (Bozzio, Machacek, O'Hearn) at www.abstractlogix.com...Alex's website...www.alexmachacek.com? Almost ready...he's so busy working on his album...and I'm loving it...;)

Thanks for bearing with me...I'll get better at this, you'll see!

And enjoy the summer, wherever you may be!

Peace,
Sumitra

April 2005

First of all, I’d like to thank those who have politely suggested that I should consider updating my website…it has taken a while but I promise to make more of an effort in the future!

Secondly, I have to thank RO-see for being the best web mistress in the world! Besides having to deal with me and my indecisiveness, she has become a good friend and continues to put up with my madness…across the ocean…

Alex and I moved to LA, California towards the end of last year. It’s been quite an adventure and a huge learning experience for both of us. Every day is truly a new day as we continue to discover that life is full of little (and sometimes even big) surprises. Though one can easily feel completely lost in this huge city, being here has finally allowed me to stop wondering about what’s going to happen and to start making a conscious effort, to stop waiting and to start taking care of my business.

The internet has literally become my second home – I don’t know what I would do without it! I have found so many useful and helpful resources for independent artists, which have encouraged me to move on and to move forward. Check out my links…these are just a few that can hopefully help many of you.

Evidently, I had to come here to finally get DSL (yes, I lived with dial-up for many years…don’t even ask); I had to move here to realise that there are millions of people who are in the same boat and to just get on with my life! But it doesn’t matter where you are. This is what I love most about the internet…it enables you to think globally…wherever you may be.

As you can see from my calendar, we’ll be in Vienna fairly soon. I so look forward to performing there again and spending time with many dear friends. For those of you in the LA area, I hope I get to meet many of you soon at our upcoming gigs.

For all of Alex’s fans…I promise that he’ll get his website together very soon…there will be a new album, a DVD and lots of good stuff! Until then I shall post his dates on my calendar…May 6th and 7th are MUST dates for all fans of McHacek, Bozzio and Doug Lunn who will be performing at the Baked Potato in LA.

Thank you all for you continued support, belief, love and understanding,

Sumitra