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Give The Gift of Music!

What is the most memorable gift of music that you received?  Often times music can reach people when other mediums cannot.   When you support any music over the holidays, be it  Lady Gaga or a small independent artist or record label  you are keeping the art of MUSIC alive!  An Article recently on Hypebot stated that nearly 3/4ths of all music is pirated!

"Illegal downloading continues to rise in the UK," according to Geoff Taylor, BPI chief executive. "It is a parasite that threatens to deprive a generation of talented young people of their chance to make a career in music, and is holding back investment in the fledgling digital entertainment sector."


In spite of this...

The BPI's (British Phonographic Industry)  "Digital Music Nation 2010" shows UK digital singles sales will reach 160 million in 2010 vs. 150 million in 2009. Digital album sales total 21 million in 2010, compared with 16 million in 2009.


So a heartfelt thank you for supporting the art of MUSIC!


Happy Holidays from all of us at Global Journey!

The Gift of Music-Your Music Memories

Valentine's Day Private Label Productions!

Private Brands are becoming more and more prevalent as we take our Spa Experience home with us and share that with our family, friends, and co-workers.


It allows your customer to present it as a gift to a friend to draw them to your spa and is a distinction of luxury that ALL resorts should consider. After all you private brand your lotions, robes and other beauty items, why not send your customer home with a quality production that is a gentle reminder of their time spent?

When you compare the cost of a standard gift certificate and envelope, please contact us for a comparison adding a gift of music to your production you will be pleasantly surprised!

Because we are not a major label and own both copyright and publication rights to the vast majority of our music library we are able to produce own label products through our special projects team. We have produced many private label CD's for large multiple groups, large tourist attractions and for a diverse range of commercial clients requiring promotional, incentive and business to business products. From concept to production can take as little as 4 weeks and costs are negotiable on quantity (minimum 500 units per design) and product brief/ packaging requirements. All graphic design can be done through our in-house design department and is free of charge!

Contact: isamuels@global-journey.com in the UK or rwithers@global-journey.com in the USA for more information.

Happy Holidays from Global Journey!

This weeks Friday Thought is the last of 2010. Its been a challenging year that has seen a slow down in the world economy and belatedly, some signs of improvement. We have continued to push ahead with the development of great new music and new product and intend for 2011 to be very much the same. At Global Journey we have been working hard on the development of some exciting new music titles and new ranges which will keep CD sales bouyant in 2011.


We are very much looking forward to another busy year ahead and working with you to ensure a prosperous year for all. In January we will bring you more exciting news regarding all thats new.

On behalf of everyone at Global Journey, we would like to thank you for your ongoing support.

We wish you a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Music Monday - Nature Sounds

It's Monday, and that means it's time for our Music Monday featured album! This week, we're going to feature an entire series of albums rather than just one — The Nature Sounds collection.

The Music Of The Earth. Perfect for nature lovers and an ideal way of relieving stress. Fabulous field recordings of a diverse selection of naturescapes, habitats and wildlife from around the world weaving together to complete an awesome portrayal of our natural environment.

Twist into the Weekend!

Normally we like to give you something chill and relaxing to get you into your weekend, but this week, we're feeling like rocking you into the weekend with our album "Twist"!

Twist CD - GJ3709
Inspired by the Elvis hip-thrust and musicians such as; Chubby Checker and Bill Haley, The Twist evolved into a frenzy of; hip-thrusting, knee swivelling, shoulder-shaking mayhem and these original and contemporary Twist compositions are a tribute to the dance that shook the world.

So have a glorious, rocking weekend, and let's all dance our way to Monday!

Yoga Thursday - Yoga Impressions

It's Yoga Thursday, and today we are featuring our Impressions series album - "Yoga". Our Impressions line is a quality collection of back-catalogue music offered to you at a fantastic price of £2.99/US $5.99!

Yoga CPI-05
This sublime music is ideal for practising Yoga or for general relaxation.

Travel Tuesday - African Voices

It's Travel Tuesday and we are taking off to Africa for the sights and sounds of the vast, majestic continent. We are featuring the pure, powerful, and authentic music of N'Chant Nguru who bring out the true spirit of Africa. Join us on this journey and enjoy the free track Hé Lé Luma!

African Voices CD - GJ3649
Track - Hé Lé Luma

The powerful and emotive music of N’Chant Nguru embodies all that is Africa. The raw vocals punctuate the rhythmic beat of the music and together they affirm the wonders of this most magnificent continent.

Music Monday - Solitude

It's Music Monday again, and we're letting you know what we're listening to! This week we're highlighting the album "Solitude" and the track Amethyst Skies. This track provides you with the perfect wind down or warm up (depending on when you listen to it) for your Monday, through the soft, warming chords of the piano. Download the track, and listen to it within our original video "The Blue Depth" featuring the coral reef!




Video: The Blue Depth
Music: Amethyst Skies from the album "Solitude"

Solitude
Track - Amethyst Skies


The serenity of the harp accompanied by the soft tones
of the piano provide an idyllic soundscape in which
to unwind.

Chill Out this weekend with some Jazz!

It's Friday, and it's time to get your weekend started right! So we're highlighting our Chill Out Jazz album. Everything about this albums screams for the weekend. Even the cover of this album makes you want to go out and enjoy the weekend night-life, while at the same time beckoning you to a place of relaxation. So kick back, take off your shoes and let the sounds send you off into the joys of the weekend!

Chill Out Jazz CD - GJ3686
Quite simply, there is no music better to chill out to than Jazz and this album re-defines the boundaries as to how sublime Jazz music can be. Ultra-subtle percussion allied to the most laconic brass section enhanced by the limpid beauty of the cello is the perfect marriage of; melody, arrangement and restraint.

Have a Great Weekend!

Yoga Thursday - Chill Out Tibet

As we continue our Yoga Thursday tradition, we wanted to start your devoted Yoga day with some music that really sets the tone - Chill Out Tibet. Our Chill Out series is already devoted to making your life less stressful, and the addition of Yoga to any of the albums could put you on a whole other plane, but add in music from the Tibetan region, and your day might just be the best you've had in awhile. So enjoy some Yoga and accompany your session with Chill Out Tibet!

Chill Out Tibet CD - GJ3681
The mysticism and spiritual aura associated with Tibet are the bedrock of many Eastern Philosophies and practices. On this album the haunting vocals are fused with more contemporary sounds to produce a spellbinding chill out collection.

Travel Tuesday - Jigs & Reels

It's Travel Tuesday once again, and we're taking boarding passes to Ireland! This isn't going to be a golfing, castle-touring, or scenic views vacation though. No, before you come on our trip today, you'll need to grab some shoes for dancing and put a smile in your heart, 'cause we're going into the taverns and experiencing some of Ireland's finest Jigs and Reels! So, order a pint of Guinness and join us for a fun musical journey!




Jigs & Reels CD - GJ3669
This album just bursts with energy... Toe tapping, foot stomping energy. Boann’s Clan work themselves into a frenzy to produce this unique and spectacular album that gets the adrenaline pumping. This album features fourteen tracks of 100 miles an hour, glad-to-be-alive Celtic music.

Music Monday - Amateur Relaxation via Waterfalls

It's Monday, and that means it's time for Music Monday, where we tell you our album or track of the week. This week, we're going to do something a little different. We've got the same track and album from last week - Ambience: Waterfalls - "Sensuous", but this week we've got a fantastic way to experience the music, and to make you forget that it's Monday!

We came across this waterfall video and were instantly intrigued. We've synced our music to videos on this blog before, but because this video includes soft, spoken words meant for guided relaxation, we were instantly curious to see what it would be like to match our Waterfalls Free Mp3 Download of the Month, "Sensuous" with the narration. Well, we weren't disappointed with the outcome, and we hope you won't be either. So sit back, click play on the music, and play on the video, keep the music just underneath the narration and let your cares melt away...






Click to play the Free MP3 Download of the Month "Sensuous" from Ambience: Waterfalls

Then click play on the video and get ready to relax.

Ambience Waterfalls CD - GJ7804
Over the Tranquil Hills, turn right at Serenity Bridge and then second left by the Leisurely Oak and there you will find the Chill Out Waterfall - either that or you could just press ‘Play’.This months free track is 'Sensuous'.

Christmas in October

With only 11 weeks to go to Christmas, the next few weeks are the perfect time to to start thinking about Christmas gifts for customers, clients, friends, and family. And what would be better than the gift of music? You can even do album customizations! Music CDs really are the perfect gifts, so make sure and take a look at our Christmas albums, and check through our entire catalog for anything else that might brighten someone's day!

Click here or on the albums to view all the information on these fantastic Christmas CDs!

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We have a special one off offer of 10% off all Christmas titles for the month of October! Get your orders in by the 25th of October and receive the 10% discount for any of the albums pictured below!

So excited that you're not sure what to pick? Check out our top 10 albums from the last few months:

Yoga Thursday - De-Stress

It's Yoga Thursday again, and this week we're highlighting an album that helps many people reach one of the goals for yoga - stress relief. We live in a stressful world these days, and it's always good to take some time and just unwind. Yoga is such a perfect way to do that, and our De-Stress album is the perfect compliment. So take some time for you today, and sit back and let this album melt your troubles away.

De-stress CD - GJ4510L
It is now widely accepted that stress can cause many illnesses, both physical and mental and also can promote existing illnesses. Most people need to develop stress management techniques at one time or another and this excellent title can provide huge relief from the stresses and strains of everyday life.

Travel Tuesday - Sicilian Sunsets

Need to get away today, but don't want to go through the hassles of flying? How about a marvelous trip to Italy? We've got it coming right up. Pull up a seat, pour a drink, kick back and let the beautiful sounds of our Sicilian Sunsets album transport you to a place of peaceful beauty.

Sicilian Sunset CD-GJ3708
Evocative compositions that acclaim the stunning beauty of this Meditteranean Isle. The simplicity and relaxed nature of music mirrors the lifestyle of Sicily's inhabitants and this 'Dolce Vita' spirit flows through the music.

Music Monday - What We're Listening To

Well, this week's question of what we're listening to has an easy answer because we told you a little about it on Friday — Ambience: Waterfalls! The album is not only a fantastic one that we've talked about multiple times on the blog, it also happens to have our Free Mp3 Download of the Month! So take a listen to the track right here on the blog, and download it to your favorite music player, and then finish out the rest of the album by either buying the CD or downloading the rest of the Mp3s!

Ambience Waterfalls CD - GJ7804
Over the Tranquil Hills, turn right at Serenity Bridge and then second left by the Leisurely Oak and there you will find the Chill Out Waterfall - either that or you could just press ‘Play’.This months free track is 'Sensuous'. To download, right click the Download button and save.

October Features

It's October, and that means that we have a new Free Download of the Month and a new Top Seven Chart to share with you!

This month's featured download:

Ambience Waterfalls CD - GJ7804
Over the Tranquil Hills, turn right at Serenity Bridge and then second left by the Leisurely Oak and there you will find the Chill Out Waterfall - either that or you could just press ‘Play’.This months free track is 'Sensuous'.

To download, right click the Download button and save.

Heavenly Hawaii CD - GJ3739
Idyllic Hawaii is nature's masterpiece. These magnificent compositions of sublime tranquility complemented by the serene sounds of the sea will take you on a journey - to a deserted beach on a cloudless day as the palm trees rustle gently in a cooling breeze - Paradise Found.




Chilled-Out Cajun CD-GJ3738
Is this album Bluegrass? Is this album Cajun? The only thing we know for sure is this album takes 'Just Chillin' to a whole new level, relaxation seems too frenetic a word - this is audio sedation.





Best of Celtic Ballads CD - GJ3740
There is nothing as moving as an Irish ballad. Whether in good times or bad the Irish always have a song to sing and a story to tell. These traditional ballads cover a multitude of subjects but together they portray the emotions and aspirations of a nation.

Dolphin Serenade CD - GJ3736
Dolphins, enchanting and magnificent, they were
revered as gods by the Ancient Greeks and Native Americans see them as Manna (Sacred breath of life).

This sublime album of charming and delicate music combined with delightful nature sounds is a joyous yet relaxing tribute to our Dolphin friends.


Celtic Moods CD - GJ3741
The seemingly hypnotic effect of these beautiful Celtic tracks will invoke an image of unspoilt rural beauty and a sense of tranquility that will stay with you long after the music has stopped.

Cosmic Safari CD - GJ7806
Take an hour long cosmic journey with these sublime chill out tunes as youjr soundscape. Whilst the music will relax your body, let your mind wnader, let the soundwaves navigate as you journey amongst the planets and stars on a one way trip to serenity.




Waterfalls CD - GJ7804
Over the Tranquil Hills, turn right at Serenity Bridge and then second left by the Leisurely Oak and there you will find the Chill Out Waterfall - either that or you could just press ‘Play’.

Yoga Thursday - Meditation

Yoga is not only for the body, but also the mind and soul, which is why yoga and meditation practices are very closely linked. Today we would like to share an article on Meditation Music from Freemeditations.com. We will only use excerpts and highly encourage you to read the entire article on their website. In conjunction with the article we will be sharing a sample from our Meditation album in our Lifestyle Series.

From freemeditations.com:
Meditation Music

A truly inspiring music is almost a substitute for meditation. Like meditation it transports you to another world. The only difference is that while you have to make conscious effort to arrive at a state of meditation, the inspirational music just carries you off on its wings. It focuses your diffused thoughts at one point which is its central theme. In case the theme of the vocal music coincides with that of your meditation, you are doubly blessed...

Meditation music is composed around many themes. You do not have to sit down in a certain posture at a specific time to meditate. You can meditate even while walking on a footpath in a crowded market place, cycling or traveling in a bus or a plane. Your iPod contains the music and its headphone is plugged into your ears. It prevents your mind from wandering aimlessly, but keeps reminding you that you are, for example, a quiet and calm soul performing your duty in this world while your mind is connected with the supreme soul. Your hands are at work while your mind is connected with your God. If you are a non-believer, the music invokes you to remain calm and detached and yet blissful even in tense circumstances. You walk around the fish market and yet remain immune to the chaotic and noisy crowds.

Various themes that the meditation music is composed of build similar states of mind. Meditation music can promote constant awareness and alertness with detachment which may culminate in keeping you aware, alert and clam even when your soul leaves your body. You watch it leaving and still remain calm even blissful...

Read the entire, wonderful article on www.freemeditations.com

Meditation CD - GJ4511L
This relaxation therapy is ideal for focusing the mind, lifting you out of your day-to-day level of consciousness into a state of passive awareness at which point your body can alleviate symptoms of high blood pressure, chronic pain, anxiety and insomnia.