Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Al Gomes is a music man. With more than 30 years of experience in the music industry under his belt, it is no surprise that he owns and operates his own independent music firm. The company, Big Noise, has been in business since 1990. Among many things, he specializes in artist development, music production and promotion, music career consultation and film and television licensing.
Gomes attended school at Rhode Island College. He was actively involved in many school productions. He was one of the editors for The Anchor, the college newspaper. He also wrote as a columnist for the publication. At the college radio station (WRIC), he produced a syndicated show and worked as a DJ. Within the theatre scene, He produced several plays, all of them originals. He earned a BA in communication while studying at the college.
Big Noise began in 1990. He founded the company, an independent artist and repertoire music firm. With help from his business partner A. Michelle, the firm has become widely known, especially within the independent music scene.
In its 20 years, Big Noise has collected approximately 10 esteemed awards. The firm has also released more than 300 recordings from artists who come from a number of genres. Big Noise prides itself on managing projects from beginning to end. The firm helps artists budget, receive studio time and make important decisions in regards to branding and public image. For independent artists who may have a hard time putting their music together, Big Noise helps with art direction for record packaging and manufacturing and distributing the finished product.
Big Noise primarily works with independent artists who are just getting started, but Gomes has an impressive list of associates within the mainstream industry. He can add a variety of popular productions to his resume. He has worked with famous people in the music business.
Gomes was on the team that developed the career of Christina Aguilera. He served as the Director of Online Entertainment and Marketing for Three Wishes Promotions, the company Aguilera owns. Within the company he was as an archivist, biographer, web master, promoter, publicist and marketer for the company. He even produced two songs for the pop star.
Over the years, he has worked with Katharine McPhee from American Idol, Paul Doucette of Matchbox 20 and popular producer Shelly Yakus. He has also been involved with bands such as Red Hot Chili Peppers and Little Anthony and the Imperials. He has composed music with songwriters such as Sean Callery, Mike Viola, Jimmy Crane and many more.
In an effort to increase awareness about poverty in America, Gomes created the Band Wagon Project. The project included two televised concerts and production of a song. Both were made possible with the help of many celebrities. Over the years, the project has taken in thousands of dollars, which have went to American agencies that aid the poor. The Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Foundation presented the project with an award for outstanding public service.
Al Gomes
Gomes attended school at Rhode Island College. He was actively involved in many school productions. He was one of the editors for The Anchor, the college newspaper. He also wrote as a columnist for the publication. At the college radio station (WRIC), he produced a syndicated show and worked as a DJ. Within the theatre scene, He produced several plays, all of them originals. He earned a BA in communication while studying at the college.
Big Noise began in 1990. He founded the company, an independent artist and repertoire music firm. With help from his business partner A. Michelle, the firm has become widely known, especially within the independent music scene.
In its 20 years, Big Noise has collected approximately 10 esteemed awards. The firm has also released more than 300 recordings from artists who come from a number of genres. Big Noise prides itself on managing projects from beginning to end. The firm helps artists budget, receive studio time and make important decisions in regards to branding and public image. For independent artists who may have a hard time putting their music together, Big Noise helps with art direction for record packaging and manufacturing and distributing the finished product.
Big Noise primarily works with independent artists who are just getting started, but Gomes has an impressive list of associates within the mainstream industry. He can add a variety of popular productions to his resume. He has worked with famous people in the music business.
Gomes was on the team that developed the career of Christina Aguilera. He served as the Director of Online Entertainment and Marketing for Three Wishes Promotions, the company Aguilera owns. Within the company he was as an archivist, biographer, web master, promoter, publicist and marketer for the company. He even produced two songs for the pop star.
Over the years, he has worked with Katharine McPhee from American Idol, Paul Doucette of Matchbox 20 and popular producer Shelly Yakus. He has also been involved with bands such as Red Hot Chili Peppers and Little Anthony and the Imperials. He has composed music with songwriters such as Sean Callery, Mike Viola, Jimmy Crane and many more.
In an effort to increase awareness about poverty in America, Gomes created the Band Wagon Project. The project included two televised concerts and production of a song. Both were made possible with the help of many celebrities. Over the years, the project has taken in thousands of dollars, which have went to American agencies that aid the poor. The Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Foundation presented the project with an award for outstanding public service.
Al Gomes