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"An invigorating evening that proves there is art in Los Angeles after all." - Tom Kidd, Music Connection Magazine 

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JANEL PARRISH is our JULY SPOTLIGHT MEMBER

Born in Hawaii, Janel Parrish started her career with a love for music. At age six, she played the role of "Little Cosette" on Broadway, and in the National Touring Company of Les Miserables. Back in Hawaii, Janel continued on to play lead roles in local musicals and plays. The past years have seen Parrish appear in many television series and TV movies such as Gepetto, Baywatch Hawaii, The Bernie Mac Show, Zoey 101, and The O.C.

In summer 2007, she made her feature film debut starring as Jade in Lionsgate’s Bratz: The Movie She also recorded and released her first single, which she wrote, called "Rainy Day", that can be heard on the Bratz soundtrack. The video and single are also available on iTunes.

Immediately following the film’s release, Parrish landed a recurring role on the NBC smash hit series, Heroes. She recently found herself co-starring in her first dramatic movie role alongside Tom Arnold and Kelly Blatz in April Showers (based on the Columbine shootings) set for release in Spring 2009.

Currently signed to Geffen Records, Janel lives in Los Angeles, and is well on her way to becoming a recognized film actress and solo recording artist. For more info visit www.janelparrish.com OR www.myspace.com/janelparrish.

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LAWIM IS A SUPPORTER OF THE ANNUAL SINGER/SONGWRITER CONTEST TO AID THE MISSING
The GINA for Missing Persons 2008 Contest finals were telecast live on Saturday, May 17, 2008 from the stage at the Roland Corporation Media Center.

The first place winner is Gaby Moreno of Studio City, California. Gaby's effect on listeners can be best summed up by a reviewer from "Independent Artists Company" who reviewed her live performance – "Once in awhile you come across a new artist who has not only amazing charisma, vocal abilities and raw talent, they have something more. They have "it." You see them perform live and you just stop and sit down with your jaw hitting the floor." Compared to talented artists such as Fiona Apple and Joan Jett, Gaby Moreno has a big, melodic sound that appeals to the masses, and her Guatemalan roots will always endear her to her South American fans. Her first full-length CD, “Still The Unknown,” includes songs in both English and Spanish. More info at: www.GabyMoreno.com.

Second and Third place winners respectively are Arlene Kole of Simi Valley, California and Mark Wayne Glasmire of Arlington, Texas. LAWIM was very well represented at this event. We are proud and excited that 5 of the Top 10 Finalists for the competition were LAWIM members! Keeping company with Gaby and Arlene were Manda, Julie Chadwick and Valerie Ahern.

The top 10 finalists put on a wonderful show and received terrific prizes including a 1,000 CD replication package including Barcode from Disc Replicators International, a beautiful Daisy Rock Guitar, Studio Recording time, free memberships to music organizations, subscriptions to Music Connection magazine and Much More! Go to WWW.411GINA.ORG for more details.

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SAVE THE DATES:
August 2008 - 1st Annual Soiree “Best of the Best” CD Compilation & CD Release Party!
Sept 2008 – Young Talent Night season begins!
Oct 2008 – Indie Music/Indie Film Panel
Nov 2008 – Holiday Bazaar & Music Workshops
Dec 2008 – Annual Holiday Party/Membership meeting

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LAWIM is Fiscal Sponsor for the “BEAUTIFUL” Project

The inaugural BEAUTIFUL event was hosted by Cal Tech Folk Music Society, co-sponsored by Los Angeles WoMen in Music, raising funds for Haven House in Pasadena, one of the first domestic violence shelters in the country. LAWIM member, singer/songwriter Joan Enguita, created the BEAUTIFUL project.

To make a DONATION, click the "Beautiful" Button on the left.

14 Women on the Move. - Critically acclaimed BEAUTIFUL CD available on CD Baby.

Click on our “Photo Gallery ”for more photos.

	14 Women on the Move. BEAUTIFUL CD Release Concert a Success!

Tracy Newman, Evonne Rivera, Joan Enguita, Trish Lester, & Kelly Z had a fun night.			Evonne Rivera & the Women on the Move perform for near sold-out crowd/

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LOS ANGELES WOMEN IN MUSIC HONORS
HARRIET SCHOCK

We’re still basking in the glow of our first Honors Banquet, held In May at the Hollywood Renaissance Hotel, honoring the career achievements of Harriet Schock and her contributions to the music community of Los Angeles and beyond. Find photo scrapbook at http://www.10547.com/lawim/hbphotos07

Quincy Jones: Harriet, It’s been a long time since first meeting you and your producer, the late Nik Venet And now I can congratulate you on a career of multiple achievements and community dedication. How wonderful... Iris Gordy presented the Honors Award to Harriet Schock at LAWIM’s first annual banquet.

Thanks to all our wonderful sponsors, volunteers and attendees.  Check them out in our online Tribute Journal.
LINK TO their WEBSITES FOR A FULL YEAR!

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No Hollywood, CA 91607, 818/766-9913
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IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM OUR FRIENDS AT KULAK’S WOODSHED. GREAT LEARNING OPPORTUNITY!

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