A version of "Orange Moon" (Hayes/Rockberger) recorded by Aika for her new album "Ai Wo", debuted at Number 9 on Japanese radio. Justin Timberlake's "Sexyback" was in the number 10 spot. haha!
A music video for the same song is now in rotation on MTVJapan and available for download from ITUNES Japan.
For More Info please visit www.hayessongwriters.com
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The documentary "Prison Pups" has been release to rave reviews and awards across the country. Check the site www.mineralkingproductions.com for screenings.
Prison Pups follows four inmates as they raise and train service dogs for the handicapped and hearing impaired. This experience is profound as they become empowered by their role as trainers.
The Film features a score by Folk-Blues legend Chris Smither and The Hayes song "Still Here" with vocals by Arielle Hayes and additional vocals, bass and dobro by Jesse Hayes.
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A new independant film "The Family Jewell" is gearing up for the festival circuit.
The films follows the lives of a family going "back to nature" (no water or electricity) at a rustic cabin is the woods of Vermont.
Hayes provides a beautiful backdrop of acoustic instrumental originals to this endearing documentary.