Rachael Madori is an adult actress and alternative model hailing from Brooklyn, New York. She currently resides in Los Angeles, California where she is pursuing her career in the adult film industry.
Rachael is twenty-two years old (Born March 8th, 1993) and started in the industry in the summer of 2014. Her first year and a half has been successful - granting her with the 2015 Inked Awards title of ‘Starlet of the Year’ as well as three separate award nominations for the 2016 AVN Awards taking place this January. She has also achieved official representation by the most established manager in the industry, Mark Spiegler.
Rachael runs her personal website ItsRachaelMadori.com which gives society a peak into the life of this pornstar in regards to more than her XXX career. With her skill and passion in writing, Madori is known for being relatable and authentic. She is anti-facade and focuses on a raw and unadulterated perception of life.
As well as becoming a recognizable name in the adult world, Rachael Madori is an aspiring restauranteur. Before her current career she had been in the restaurant industry for six years and it is her foremost passion. It is her hopes that the adult and mainstream world can come together peacefully in her journey to be a top performer and well as successful businesswoman.
To keep up with Rachael Madori stay tuned to her website as well as her Twitter (@RachaelMadori).
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Self made model Dyesha Hicks is currently an online radio host at www.livehiphopradio.com she has interviewed top reality tv stars, Gospel artist, R&B artist, adult entertainment and an array of many more...
Prior podcasting for Nobodydanceshere.com is what gave her the drive to keep at online radio...something about that chemistry with a guest or working with a team full of banter is the ultimate rush! It's entertainment she aims to master.
Modeling is second nature for Dyesha. Having an utter passion for it will do that to you. Whether streetwear/urban/eclectic clothing brands, she has managed to get her curves on the runway and on print. Being a regular muse to designer Tiffany Rhodes of ButchDiva.com who has had hear gear on Nicki Minaj, Queen of the pack-Patra, Lil Kim & other international stars is what really put her on front street.
When she is not modeling and hosting she is a talent director for www.Myeyesyourworld.comwho has a largely growing fan base and is a regular fixture at the most largest attended event in NYC, Comic Con. Seeking talent and bringing them to a platform where these artist voice can be heard has been a grind she has invested in. Eventually this platform will be a dominating force in all things media blitz. A podcast is brewing heavy with this company as well~
Working with Dyesha Hicks is nothing short of an adventure, she is full of personality and comes radiant with positive energy. With that being said she has been advised by many to pursue acting. Anyone that has Interacted with her cosigns that direction might possibly be her calling.
She's here for longevity. Just give in already to JusDYEalready aka DyeshaHicks.com
A Brooklyn girl taking on an International World
Meet this electric performer from Brooklyn, NY. Influenced by an eclectic genre of music, Berry Boo is well versed in multiple genres (Pop, Hip-Hop, R&B, & Soul). She has created an unique style of singing, rapping & dancing leaving you with what she describes as the "I'm Berry Damnit" Experience. Berry has already made a name for herself in the music industry by touring the world on countless arenas/stages with some of today's top artists: Melanie Fiona, Nicki Minaj, Robin Thicke, Ciara just to name a few. Her most recent accomplishment is becoming a "Grammy Nominated" BG Vocalist for her work on Kanye West's "Yeezus" Album. After releasing her anticipated debut LP entitled "IMBERRYDAMNIT", she followed up with her hit Single/Anthem "FGTS" (Fly Girl Trill Sh*t) & FGTS Remix available on iTunes now! With a fast growing following its no surprise on the demand of when, where and what Berry will be doing next.
My name is Oscar Ibe Kemjika and I am the founder of iBE-FiT. I am a certified personal trainer and Fitness professional. I have also been an athlete almost all my life. I love fashion a lot and have always believed that what we wear goes a long way to identify the way we think about ourselves and the way we are perceived by others. Growing up as an athlete & fan of Marvel & DC comic characters, I've always wanted to get a sense of the that inner superhero and nothing proved more effective than the type of apparel I wore. A Spider-man T-shirt made me feel I could save everyone around me. As I grew older, I created an inner hunger for something of my own creation that could give me the same feeling.
Amidst all my accomplishments in my profession, one of utmost importance to me is making it to representing my country at the Olympics someday. I began this journey a little over 8 years ago and while it has been a long and challenging process, that dream is gradually becoming a reality as I edge closer towards being a part of the 2016 or 2020 Olympics.
At every step of the journey, with the numerous awards in track & field from high school, college and other national competitions, the one thing that has kept me moving to become better at what I do is this reminder that nothing can stop me. And many times, I had to do that by constantly making declarations and statements about what I can do out loud. So no matter what my body was telling me, I would always scream "I CAN DO THIS", "I AM CAPABLE OF BEATING THIS PERSONAL BEST AND NOTHING CAN STOP ME." And that was where the concept of iBE-FiT came about. The idea that these series of bold statements can be made with the apparel we wear or the actions we take on a daily basis. Tapping into the inner strength empowered by the outer garment that reads "iBE-FiT" was a constant reminder that I have the ability to create, complete, compete & conquer anything! Outward projection stemmed from an inward positive belief has always moved me in the direction of achieving my goals.
www.facebook.com/ibefitapparel
KickStarter:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/80654966/ibe-fit-a-movement-for-fitness-in-an-apparel-line
ShiNuh is an Innovative Artist with a diverse portfolio, ranging from modeling and fashion styling, to design work and creative directing. Realizing how intrigued she was by a multitude of artistic genres led her on a journey from being in front of the camera, to behind-the-scenes, only to reappear in front of the camera with a different objective.
ShiNuh re-marketed herself as a Vocalist & Entertainer using all of her talents towards being an artist. Possessing a sexy, sultry voice with the edginess of a jazz & blues overtone, she learned to cultivate her own sound to compliment her style. Releasing her first single and Music video "Marry U" in January of 2013, was just the beginning of professional advancements within her musical career. She has headlined shows, been the featured artist of the month for Ashford & Simpson's Sugar Bar, and even traveled internationally to Thailand to perform.
If you've followed ShiNuh's movement, then you've heard her reference "The Life Of An Artist". That particular reference is the journey of following your dreams, while discovering your talents along the way. She has successfully produced work that has been published and televised with modeling and fashion styling, as well as created a clothing line named "Brooklyn Chic". She dedicates even more time an energy to her music, which is like a newly developed love affair. Composed of qualities such as creative ingenious, optimism, character etc, has kept her in high demand setting her apart from the rest. Experience her experience, and allow yourself to be vocally seduced and serenaded.
Michael Worthy Jr., (28) also known as Michael Fortune AKA "Mill$", is the CEO of POINTBLANK! The Delegation! LLC.
Michael is a young motivated multifaceted entrepreneur, with an amazing eye for talent. While signed with RKD Entertainment from 2004-2006 as a junior A&R for the independent music company, Michael was able to recruit artists, producers and engineers resulting in some of the most popular productions for the company.
Michael is well known for his leadership and ability to motivate his peers, bringing the best out of everyone who he works with. His vision was to break through stereotypes, encompassing important values and exposing the truth through music; more importantly creating a sound which captivates any audience.
Michael has the phenomenal gift of networking and building connections; creating bonds and relationships with socialites, politicians and sports figures. His talents exceed recruiting, rapping and executive producing. Michael is also a gifted writer.
In February of 2009 Michael join forces with Emmanuel "Hollewood" Greene aka "Holle" to form the phygital recording label SteadyHouse LLC. The two have independently release seven projects including Holle's debut solo project #HolleDayStyle which received positive feedback and reviews from peers and bloggers.
This is just beginning of Michael's accomplishments, for his talents extend through various forms of art and business...PointBlank! The Delegation! LLC.
Shaheeda Miles was born on August 26,1990, in Newark, NJ. She attended Warren County Technical School, where she studied to become a Licensed Cosmetologist.
At the tender age of nineteen, Shaheeda took a serious interest in a professional modeling career; and over the past 5 years she has worked with many talented photographers and has received the privileges of being published in magazines and calendars, which garnered her the opportunity to model for clothing companies and independent apparel lines. Throughout her career, Shaheeda has played background parts, and has also had the chance to play the lead role in many music videos. Some of her talent experiences consist of: starring in "KamiKaze" by Scott Paul, her latest cameo in "Gods" by Jae-Krew and appearing in numerous productions of upcoming film extraordinaire, Nimi Hendrix. As of recently, Shaheeda was cast in "Bizzy Body" by Squadee, an upcoming international dance crew from Africa--which will showcase her multifaceted talent and love for dance. If that wasn't enough, Shaheeda is also planning on releasing an organic lip gloss in June 2015, so definitely be on the lookout for that and much more to come by this talented entertainer!
A Brooklyn girl taking on an International World
Meet this electric performer from Brooklyn, NY. Influenced by an eclectic genre of music, Berry Boo is well versed in multiple genres (Pop, Hip-Hop, R&B, & Soul). She has created an unique style of singing, rapping & dancing leaving you with what she describes as the "I'm Berry Damnit" Experience. Berry has already made a name for herself in the music industry by touring the world on countless arenas/stages with some of today's top artists: Melanie Fiona, Nicki Minaj, Robin Thicke, Ciara just to name a few. Her most recent accomplishment is becoming a "Grammy Nominated" BG Vocalist for her work on Kanye West's "Yeezus" Album. After releasing her anticipated debut LP entitled "IMBERRYDAMNIT", she followed up with her hit Single/Anthem "FGTS" (Fly Girl Trill Sh*t) & FGTS Remix available on iTunes now! With a fast growing following its no surprise on the demand of when, where and what Berry will be doing next.
Alexandra Sumner was born January 25th in the uks second city Birmingham. Alexandra has been writing poetry from the age of 10 and songs since the age of 12. She always had a passion for dancing, acting and singing. Alexandra started to attend performing arts classes at the age of 8 and shortly after took on ballet and jazz dance classes. Whilst at school alexandra took up clarinet lessons and a couple of years later started to learn the drums. Alexandra started singing seriously at the age of 13 performing in talent showcases and gaining local recognition. By the age of 18 she had been head hunted to perform a 4 minute solo at Londons royal Albert Hall and performed at Londons infamous saddlers wells theatre. Since then Alexandra has performed at many festivals and galas around the UK including iron man and airfield anarchy, and by the age of 19 had received her first national radio play on BBC introducing. In August 2014 Alexandra performed at her first 2 new york show cases. There's not one genre of music that doesn't influence Alexandra and she tries to bring all of that into her music, finding cryptic ways to write her lyrics and coming up with innovative melodies. Alexandra is currently working on an ep that she hopes to drop early 2015.
Boshia Rae-jean was born on October 31st from Orange NJ. Boshia took an interest In Music and Dance at a young age. Boshia began dancing at the age of 3 and playing the clarinet at the age of 8. Boshia also started writing at the age of 12 year old and she began rapping the age of 14. Boshia began her professional music career at the age of 19 working with Creative Director Dr. Woo by branding her Boshia became a force of unity and Empowerment. Boshia then went and founded Weinfinity a Nonprofit Organization Empowering Women all around the World. She then went on to open a Brooklyn Wildlife show with guest speaker Vashtie and even Performing for Festivals in New Jersey sponsored by, hot 97, wbls And more. Boshia even had the opportunity to perform for a power 105.1 events at Blackthorn teaming up with female rappers Mahogani Brown by Charlemagne & Curt Flirt. She is innovative bold and taking over Boshia is the kind of female Hip Hop artist we need for a youth today.
An Audio Engineering dropout with one semester left at The Institute of Audio Research. Akinyele “AK” Hatchell, 25, Brooklyn, NY, Became A Triple threat Rapper, Producer, and Engineer over the summer. His Album“Sour” Is a “50” track digital album dedicated to the “medicinal” use of Marijuana which will appear in April. “I did drop out, which is a big part of why I did “50”songs. I just wanted to prove to myself that just because I was out of school it didn’t mean that the learning process was over. “My Audience has a deep appreciation for musical work ethic, and Marijuana culture, the ages usually range from age 18 to 30.”
AK’s music is for fans of Wiz Khalifa and Curren$y which is heavily influenced by “medicinal use” as well. “My hobbies are Video Gaming (Xbox 360,), Producing music
which is a hobby that I turned into my profession. I also enjoy Watching drama TV series(The Wire,Weeds) and Professional Wrestling(WWE).” “My musical ear intake is tuned to the sounds of a lot of great artists like Jay-z, Notorious B.I.G., 50 Cent, Nas, Snoop Dogg, Mobb Deep, and in recent years I’ve been influenced by artists like Curren$y, Wiz Khalifa, Young Jeezy, and Rick Ross.” AK’s album “Sour” is due on the national Marijuana day of 4/20, April 20th,2011 on iTunes and all online digital media outlets. You can also purchase the “Sour” CD on Amazon.com that same day.
"Young Holle", short for "Hollewood," was born in New York City and raised in Long Island. His inspiration rises from many genres of music from Hip Hop to Rock, Reggae, R&B, EDM, and many more. It was the inspiration, as well as the influence of his peers and surroundings, that led Holle to create his own music. He recorded his first song with his brother, on a karaoke machine, and made it to a professional studio by the young age of 16. Holle continues to fight for life in his pursuit toward success, in the independent music industry, determined to become the success he strives for.
If there is anything that bloggers and fans will agree on is that Holle has a voice that makes people stop and listen, but more importantly: demands to be heard. The sound of his naturally raspy voice, with melodic undertone, combined with a flashy, fun, as well as his cool and aggressive attitude, has allowed Holle to create a unique sound for himself. Holle is not limited to just being behind the microphone, he has an extensive resume of working behind the scenes, ranging from studio edits, mixes, masters as well as production. After years of creative trial and error, determined to find his niche in the music industry, Holle teamed up with Michael "Mills Fortune" Worthy, to form the independent phygital recording label known as SteadyHouse in February, 2009. The Hip-Hop duo put together 7 independent projects, including his solo #HOLLEdaySTYLE. Holle has performed in many venues and has participated in numerous showcases throughout New York City and Long Island. He has also appeared on internet blogs, such as House of Aura, and various internet and college radio stations, ranging over the east coast.
As SteadyHouse continues to make music, Holle focuses on making a bigger impact on the business side of the music industry; constructing his powerful debut EP along with two extremely talented producers known as The Melody Mob. Holle has music and music videos available on iTunes, Youtube, Soundcloud, and ReverbNation. His smash single "If You Only Knew" has made its way in rotation in the European market, with the likes of DJ 2Kind of Streetbeats radio. Holle is looking to be recognized as an international talent, and by the looks of things, this is only the beginning, so be sure to stay tuned...
Michael Chambers is an American dancer and actor known for his role as "Turbo" in the 1984 cult classic film Breakin' and the 1984 hit sequel Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo. In both movies he is credited as Boogaloo Shrimp, a name that remains inextricably linked to the Hollywood phase of popping, boogaloo and robot dancing also the freestyle art of b-boying. During the height of the popularity of those movies, he (along with his Breakin' co-star Adolfo "Shabba Doo" Quiñones and other dancers from the film) is prominently featured in the music video for Chaka Khan's song "I Feel for You".
BUTCH DIVA Founder and Designer, Tiffany Rhodes, was born and raised in the East New York area of Brooklyn. By following in her mother’s footsteps, Tiffany enrolled in The High School of Fashion Industries in Manhattan, and went on to graduate from FIT. In 2002, while brainstorming a brand name, Tiffany created a term that described the ideal woman she wanted to design for: a BUTCH DIVA.
"Butch" expresses androgyny, masculine aggression, and a tough edge, while "Diva" is still sexy, feminine, bossy, and in control. Tiffany joined the two concepts and stood confident behind her vision.
Prior to starting her own company, Tiffany worked for Sean John, Catherine Malandrino, Alice + Olivia, and Ralph Lauren. A true queen of the night, Tiffany took the NYC fashion scene by storm, spreading awareness of the brand and grasping the attention of future loyal clients by wearing her pieces out and creating a buzz that would define some of todays most influential trends.
Over the years, customized BUTCH DIVA has been featured on Nicki Minaj, Dancehall Queen Patra, Lil Kim, K. Michelle, Kat Graham, Jonte Moaning, and many other select indie artists and aspiring icons.
BROADWAY WAS BORN ON NOVEMBER 4 IN THE BRONX, NEW YORK IN A SINGLE PARENT HOME. GROWING UP, HIS MOTHER ASSURED HIM THAT HIS POTENTIAL WAS LIMITLESS; SHE HELPED HIM WRITE HIS FIRST RHYME AT THE AGE 9. BROADWAY’S LIFE TOOK AN UNEXPECTED TURN WHEN SHE PASSED AWAY WHEN HE WAS JUST 14. AS A COPING MECHANISM, HE BEGAN WRITING MORE TO EXPRESS HIS FEELINGS ABOUT THE LOSS OF HIS MOTHER. THIS WOULD LATER BE RECOGNIZED AS THE FOUNDATION OF HIS EXPRESSIVE NATURE.
BROADWAY SAYS HIS MUSIC IS INFLUENCED BY PAIN “MY EXPERIENCES AND LIFE LESSONS HELPED SHAPED MY UNDERSTANDING OF LIFE, PEOPLE, PHOBIAS, PARANOIAS, AND THE HUMAN CONDITIONS THAT MANY ARE RELUCTANT TO ADMIT”. BROADWAY HAS OBSERVED THAT PEOPLE COMMONLY STATE THAT THEY ARE UNAFRAID, ESPECIALLY IN HIP-HOP, WHEN IN ACTUALITY WE ALL HAVE FEARS AS HUMAN BEINGS. THESE REVELATIONS SOON BECAME THE CREATION THAT IS NOW PARANOIDMUSIK GROUP (PMG) IN 2007.
PMG RELEASED BROADWAY’S DEBUT PROJECT PARANOIA’S BOX, WHICH ADDRESSED HIS COMPLEXITIES OF FEAR IN 2011. THE SOPHOMORE ALBUM “THE MONEY GREEN GIANT” (T.M.G.G) FOLLOWED IN LATE 2012; BROADWAY EXPRESSED GROWTH ON T.M.G.G WRITING ABOUT HIS SELF WORTH, REAL LIFE ISSUES, THE LOSS OF RELATIONSHIPS, AND FRIENDSHIPS. BOTH CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED AND WELL RECEIVED WORLDWIDE.
NEXT UP… LUCID DREAMS, WHICH BROADWAY DESCRIBES AS “…ME TURNING ON THAT TUNNEL VISION. KNOWING WHAT IT’S GOING TO TAKE TO REACH GREATNESS WITH A CLEAR VIEW ON MY FUTURE. LUCID DREAMS IS A DEMONSTRATION OF ME SCRATCHING THE SURFACE. IT’S ME FINDING MYSELF IN AN INDUSTRY WHERE MOST UPCOMING ARTIST DON’T KNOW HOW TO EXIST AMONGST THEIR PEERS OR HAVE YET TO FIND THEMSELVES” HE’S READY TO TAKE YOU ON A JOURNEY THROUGH HIS LUCID DREAMS. ARE YOU READY?
Boshia Rae-jean was born on October 31st from Orange NJ. Boshia took an interest In Music and Dance at a young age. Boshia began dancing at the age of 3 and playing the clarinet at the age of 8. Boshia also started writing at the age of 12 year old and she began rapping the age of 14. Boshia began her professional music career at the age of 19 working with Creative Director Dr. Woo by branding her Boshia became a force of unity and Empowerment. Boshia then went and founded Weinfinity a Nonprofit Organization Empowering Women all around the World. She then went on to open a Brooklyn Wildlife show with guest speaker Vashtie and even Performing for Festivals in New Jersey sponsored by, hot 97, wbls And more. Boshia even had the opportunity to perform for a power 105.1 events at Blackthorn teaming up with female rappers Mahogani Brown by Charlemagne & Curt Flirt. She is innovative bold and taking over Boshia is the kind of female Hip Hop artist we need for a youth today.
Fa Timat Zahara Tanko is a performing/recording artist, actress, and model. Born and raised in Newark, NJ. Fatimat has always been inspired by mass media. She started writing at the age of 11 and found a love for language a few years later. Fa Timat Zahara lived in Senegal, West Africa where she studied at the African American International Institute. This young woman is the Founder of Infinite Salvation. Fatimat Tanko has made appearances at places like the African-American theatre in Harlem, NY, The Luna Stage in Montclair, NJ , Center Stage Cuts Newark, NJ ,Performing School of Arts (Cicely Tyson) and Essex County College, in which she currently attends studying Liberal Arts-Linguistics.
Tiana Mone’e Scott is a professional Animator from Brooklyn, New York. She is a recent graduate from The School Of Visual Arts for traditional animation where she learned the steps needed to make an animated film. Tiana has done work for Warner Bros. Animation, Cartoon Network, The Jim Henson's Company, and is continuing her career as a freelance artist and a film maker. Animation always surrounded her and filled her imagination, from the graffiti on the trains, paintings at the Brooklyn Museum and Moma, to the Saturday Morning Cartoons she watched devotedly every weekend.
Tiana has always been drawing and decided on making animation as a career at the age of four years old. She would draw on anything she could get her hands on. She has continued to strive towards art by being constantly influence by the people and art around her. She has done fine arts, murals, stained glass windows, sculptures and photography. Keeping an open mind to different art forms allows for more creativity and a unbiased mind. This medium allows for you to tell any story and Tiana wants to tell the stories that people are to afraid to tell. She wants to tell stories that you can feel and infiltrates your heart and allows you to think beyond the world that has been given to you.
If Tiana could not be in the world of animation, she would have no purpose in life. Animation to her has always been a way for her to escape the problems of the world and allow herself to dive into her sea of imagination, and the imagination of others. The emotions that animation evokes can help heal your heart and at the same time break it, and with a medium that powerful, and a heart like hers, she cannot and will not be anything else in the world but an Animation Artist.
You can see some of her work at http://tianamscott.blogspot.com
I am Jamie Kilkenny, founder, president and manager of Kilzone Ent. I grew up in Howard Beach, Queens, NY. As a child of the 80′s & 90′s i was always a fan of music, hip hop and rock alike. Lyricism is something I value most in hip hop and would love to help bring it back to the genre today. There are plenty of artists out there with that needing exposure.
The values of what I learned from my father, to earn what you get in life, has a lot to do with my drive to make it in this business. After throwing a very successful first show, I realized I had the support to kick start Kilzone Ent through promotions. As I threw more shows I gained more connections with artists, promoters and media personalities. The ability to make these connections helps me give the boys I manage an opportunity to grow and make it in the industry.
In my ventures of gaining contacts and exposure of my crew I became a regular personality on the DRTYBSMNT Radio Show. It started with support to get our music played and resulted in a radio segment, “Enter the Kilzone”. Airing once weekly, its a segment I created allowing registered artists to call in for a one on one bars competition. Just another step I have taken to get my name known and recognized by artists trying to make it today.
I take pride in knowing my shows are talked about and people look forward to what’s coming next from Kilzone Ent. We have grown so much in the less than 2 years that we have been grinding, at this point. It is exhausting balancing my family life, work life, and running my business, but it’s something I wouldn’t trade for the world. Every call I receive form artists and being able to offer help to them to get their music exposed, as well as what I do with my crew makes me want to work harder. Kilzone Ent is not just a business to me, it’s a movement.
I'm a painter and graphic artist , I am Asha Hanna. I aspire to be the next "big thing". Born and raised in Brooklyn NY I was surrounded by art everyday. In school and at home art was my life. I must have went through tons of notebooks in grade school. I'm always drawing something. The first time art became serious for me was in middle school. I attended a art class everyday as a part I my schedule. My art teacher at the time Ms.Fernand always encouraged me to stick to art. I created this piece in art class that I called "the pearl and the rose ". She entered it in this state competition, and I was picked out of hundreds of kids to have there work hung up in this gallery. I remember feeling like I had a sense of purpose after that. My next two gallery shows were in 2009 and 2010 at Ozzies Cafe in park slope Brooklyn. I was attending Laguardia Arts Highschool, the fame school, at the time and was exploring color and shapes. After I graduated in 2011, I wanted a change in scenery and decided to attend Howard University for college. Little did I know how much of a difference it would be going from a mostly white school to a 90%plus black school. I had never been on my own and never had to really handle anything all by my self. It was hard for a time being and also adjusting to the culture was slightly changelling. However, there were many positives from choosing to attend Howard University. I meet and study under to great painters Alfred smith and Akili Anderson. My now mentor Akili Ron Anderson, A energetic painter who is one of the original members of Africobra (African commune of bad relevant artists) .The first all African American art group that originated in Chicago. Anderson is a huge influence in my life. His mentor was my cousin ,Buddy Love a renowned musician an artist and now he is my mentor. It was meant to be in a way.i started my org SASH to help support artist. I also was apart of the student show last year for Howard university and will continue to be apart of that. I look forward to being a inspiration and ally to all artist. We all have to support each other.
Hi my name is Roger. I’m an MC/Beatboxer from a small neighborhood in South Brooklyn nobody ever heard of. I had a good upbringing and was always an outgoing and creative kid. These were traits instilled in me by my mom who earned a living as a professional clown and entertainer. My outgoing personality allowed me to succeed in the Edward R. Murrow Gospel Chorus during high school. This is where I learned to beatbox and freestyle, exploring music. My mom passed along her bag of tricks when she gave me the family business while I attended college, something I still do to this day, entertaining at children’s parties.
I used these tools to navigate through the diverse city of New York. My journey led me to the subways where I became part of the Hip Hop Subway Series; a community of beatboxers and rappers who cyphered throughout the city’s transit system. Through this adventure I met at bunch of interesting characters. I came across a rapper named Wordspit. He gave me the opportunity to perform on stage in a cypher at SOB’s, the crowd loved it. That night I went home and gave myself the name Normal.
I graduated from Kingsborough and made it to the promise land, Brooklyn College, where I started organizing cyphers on campus. With the help of a DJ called Pete Castles and an enthusiastic African named Rasheed, I started my own on campus radio show called Who’s on Deck. Through the show I was able to network with different people involved in music. My talents of beatboxing and freestyling became noticed by many, as they aren’t popular traits of hip hop artists today. These skills allowed be to make a name for myself without having any recorded music for people to follow. My beatboxing skills came in handy at a Kilzone show, this is where the manager Jamie Kilkenny showed interest in what I had to offer as an artist. He invited me to join the crew on some auditions to see if I’d be interested in having further involvement. I was honored to join the crew and look forward to making music and performing with the guys. Being part of the movement will allow me to explore myself as an artist and continue to gain the exposure I need to make it in the industry.
Goddess Sadie Hawkins; a lifestyle professional FemDom of color currently home based in Phoenix, AZ via Atlanta, GA; is the CEO of Sensuous Sovereignties Carib X Consulting LLC., & Sadie’s Herbal Remedies; FDA certified as a Master Herbalist in 2006. Goddess Sadie is a fourth-generation West Indian Medicine Woman, ordained Minister and a 10 year initiate of Alchemical Healing functioning in the Native American & Afro-Caribbean Obeah tradition. She performs rituals and ceremonies for various communities nationwide.
Goddess Sadie also functions as a Kink Aware Sex Educator, Therapeutic Consultant, Psychosexual Intimacy Coach, Mentor, Corset Distributor, Polyamory Activist, among other things...
This lovely Libra Lady identifies as a Alpha Feminine Female, Pansexual, & Polyamorous. She is also a Fetish Model & Fetish Performance Artist, who has been interviewed on numerous internet shows including; Dr. Susan Block's Speak Easy, Playboy Radio, Fetish Cult Sirens, Ethnic Kink, the Dominatrix Diaries, & most recently My Eyes Your World.
Goddess Sadie is the former director of a weekly Talk Radio Show and a fifteen-year advocate of Sex Workers Rights. Goddess has worked as a phone actress, relationship enhancement product distributor, substitute school teacher, nanny & currently a professional Dominatrix.
Currently she is studying to become a Certified Hypnotherapist. She is an active member of APEX (Arizona Power Exchange), MAsT (Masters And slaves Together) Phoenix, & serves as Executive Mistress of Club FEM (Females enslaving males) Arizona Chapter. Goddess Sadie also served as Madame Secretary for ONYX Pearls Southeast chapter & Leather Lifestyle Sisterhood Organization for Women of Color, as well as Facilitator & Co- Founder for Black B.E.A.T. Atlanta chapter Goddess Sadie loves to travel & is always zealous about tomorrow.
Mason Hernandez is a Hip-Hop artist raised all over the east coast. Born in Orlando, Florida in 1992, Mason was accustomed to moving around. Constantly striving to find a place that they could call home, him and his single mother, Lynette Hernandez, finally settled down in Ozone Park, Queens in 2003 when Mason was 11 years old.
Although he always had a love for music, (mostly inspired by RnB artists such as KC & JOJO and Boys II Men) he didn’t decide to put his talent to good use until he started as a freshman in Beach Channel High School. Quickly, he became the the head of the Drumline winning awards from the state. In his junior year in 2009, Mason and his mother suffered a devastating house fire, losing everything. This led to him having to pick up and move again to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He started his senior year there, and through all of the heartache, found a new hobby when he joined the choir in his new school. He was promoted to head vocalist, and realized that the pursuit of a music career was what he was going to dedicate his life to.
Mason is now in his 3rd semester of college, majoring in Audio Engineering. With the help of his manager Jamie Kilkenny, he is one fourth of an independent label, Kilzone ENT. Although he still has a love for singing, Mason realized in the beginning of 2012 that he also had a talent when it came to Hip-Hop. Doing various shows and appearing on a few underground radio stations, he still strives for his ultimate goal of stardom. He released his mixtape on August 28th, 2012, with the name “My Moment”. With shows scheduled for the future, there is nothing stopping him and his group from eventually reaching their goals.
I used to take life too seriously. Had absolutely NO fun in my 20's and 30's, but now? I'm having the best time in my life!
Juicy Media Group was birthed from the demand of social media promotion requests I received on Twitter mostly from independent artists. What started out as a pastime, turned into a business. I quickly learned the ins and outs of Twitter and Facebook, using tricks of the trade to get desired results and meet clients expectations. Often times they also asked for me give constructive feedback/criticism when asked to "listen". From the age of 8 to 28, I studied classical piano, dance and acting with Lola Louis Creative & Performing Arts Studio in the Bronx. This training developed my ear for music and an appreciation for the performing arts which allowed me to give tangible advice.
Joining forces with a team of dedicated individuals who believe so much in my vision, transformed Juicy Media Group aka JMG into a multimedia entertainment firm. We are excited to share with the world our select roster of artists and collaborations on various upcoming projects with our network of complementary strategic partnerships which will include music videos, short film, documentaries and reality TV. Our goal is to become a global player, extending not only our reach, but our clients as well. We want to bridge the gap between you and the world.
I can't wait to share all the great things we have in store! Follow the butterfly
My name is Ron Teri, I am a rapper/producer from Hamilton Beach in Queens, NY. My life is revolved around music, family, work, and sports. I work a 9 to 5 and live with only my mother. I’m a football and hockey fan and play both sports. Growing up I was exposed to all different genres of music the biggest two being rock and hip-hop. My mother and father both loved classic rock so I was listening to bands like Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, The Doors, etc. My cousins, my sisters and their friends listened to hip-hop such as DMX, Wu-Tang, Biggie, Onyx, Lost Boyz, etc. Both genres caught my interest but my favorite artist growing up listening to it all was DMX. As I grew older I started listening to more rock. The first band I got really attached to was System Of A Down. Soon enough my dad took me out and bought me a full drum kit, guitar, bass, keyboard, and microphones. We set it all up in my basement and he told me to learn them all. I would sit in the basement for most of my day and teach myself every instrument. I started getting more involved with playing and formed a couple of bands. For about 5 years I was in 3 different hardcore bands. I quit my last band and just became a fan of the music for while.
On August 29, 2007 my dad passed away. That moment in my life was crucial and changed who I was. Basically emotionless for awhile I started writing poetry. I would write about how I feel because writing it felt better then saying it. I started rapping them over beats and eventually started creating my own instrumentals on FL Studio. I would use Audacity to record vocals using a rock band microphone. I showed a couple of friends and other students at my college and people started to like it. After graduating college I started going to Infamous Studios to record. It was convenient being that it was around the corner from my job. I did only 4 tracks in that studio and then started to meet new people who also rapped but lived in the neighborhood. I met this kid and we started to work together. He brought me to a studio that was setup in a house. The studio engineer, Trevor a.k.a. Lost, asked me to be apart of his crew Lost Productions after he recorded my first mixtape Born A Legend. I joined his crew and went on to promote my first tape.
After getting a lot of good feedback on my first tape I started working on my second one call Walk With Me Part.1. During the process my brother-in-law, Jamie Kilkenny, approached me with how he felt about my music and we began talking more in depth about performances and the future. As he set-up my release party for my second mixtape he became my manager. Now I am part of a crew and a movement. We are called Kilzone Entertainment, consisting of myself, Mason & Normal . We are local artists who make real music and are influenced by a number of different artists. When I write I get influenced by listening to artists like Jon Connor, Kendrick Lamar, Nas, Eminem, Big Pun, Slaughterhouse, and a lot more. I like real lyricism and being original when it comes to hip-hop. To me hip-hop is about expressing yourself through rhyming schemes and word plays performed over a beat. As of now I’m just working hard and staying focused.
Miss Vanilla, a.k.a Jennifer Rasinski was born and raised in Connecticut. She works in a variety of mediums ranging from sewing, djing, painting and illustration. Through these mediums she has expressed her love of hip hop culture and its impact on her as an artist. Since embracing her womanhood, sexual freedom and empowerment, she also explores Ancient Egyptian amulets and symbolism through her most recent work of wearable art entitled “Positive over Negative.”
Her wearable art pieces have been seen on the backs of some of the East Coast’s most exciting artists, Raye Six, Shamon Cassette, Kilo Kish, Blue Nefertiti AKA Célia from Les Nubians to name a few. MissVanilla holds a B.F.A from Virginia Commonwealth University.
She lives and works in her studio in Crown Heights Brooklyn, where everything, as her tagline states, is Hand-Crafted with Mad Love.
Born in Flatbush, Brooklyn NYC, Black Trackz is on a mission to reimagine the classic NY boom-bap into a new world groove.
The 1st record Trackz ever owned was "AJ Scratch" by Kurtis Blow, bought by his sister. This would be the beginning of Black Trackz long love affair with hip hop.
After moving to NYC's notorious East New York, Trackz began writing rhymes and moved in and out of several groups before being introduced to the art of beat-making by producer BPM (Cam'Ron - "Tomorrow"). Eventually a chance run-in with Ruff Ryderz producer, Mr Devine, would offer the opportunity to learn under the Devine's wing. Trackz not only learned how to master the MPC 2000, but picked up the chops of the music business hanging out in the Ruff Ryderz studio.
His grimy soul sound is crafted for and by the streets, but inspired by a collage of noteables such as: Run Dmc, KRS One, Stone Temple Pilots, Earth Wind And Fire, Black Sabbath, & more.
These days you can catch Trackz working on music for the Bronx goon squad Swamp City Music, M.O.P. vet Billy Danze's We Build Hits label, Hand2Hand Ent. and Caktuz's #AMASLife camp.
Production Credits:
Blue Legacy - "Full Clip", "Blue York City","Paperback Bricks", "Magic City"
Bigfoot - "Gunz In Da Air", "Point At'Em"
Caktuz - "The Debauchery", "Gun Rattle"
After giving 8 yrs. of his youth to prison for a crime he did not commit, this High Point, North Carolina country boy moved to Brooklyn, NY shortly after his release. With his multiple talents and street savvy, he quickly immersed himself into the NY underground of afro-punk rockers, hipsters, & gangster rappers.
Caktuz soon became a rising indie artist under his own AMAS Multi-Media label, having worked with such artists as Bilal, Dead Prez, Boot Camp Clik, SA-RA, Kardinal Offishall, The Dey, Brand Nubian, M.O.P., Young Guru, Michael K Williams aka Omar from HBO’s Emmy Nominated The Wire, & many more.
In 2009 Cak shut down stages abroad on tour, headlining beside some of Europe's biggest talents & emerging acts, such as Bashy, DJ SpyKatcha, Charlie Sloth, Kof, Esco Williams, & Nikki Blaze, for Liverpool Hip Hop Week & the HUB Festival (the UK’s largest free music festival).
His tour helped to stamp his name, and the recognizable ‘Carolina Bluez’ sound through various parts of England, Amsterdam, & Paris.
From music to gracing the Broadway stage with the legendary Melvin Van Peebles, Cak..?13′z DRX performance art group raised the energy of each show.
A Carolina blues man by blood, his 1st album 2 Hevi 4 Heaven, set Caktuz’s place in the industry as a musical and genre innovator, weaving live performance art into his stage shows.
Caktuz brought attention to himself through his surreal digital mix-tape campaigns (packaging his music with art, video & even a virtual nightclub in secondlife.com), as well as his controversial sophomore album GOD*Z PORNO.
With a growing cult following and an unmatched new southern sound fused with NY afro-punk, industry insiders begun comparing Caktuz to groundbreaking predecessors such as Outkast & Kanye West.
This country strange fruit is an award winning graphic illustrator/designer, working with virtually all the top designers, such as Ecko, Apple Bottoms, Parish, Timberland, Rocawear, Shady Ltd. Having laced celebs such as Wendy Williams, Queen Latifah, & Chris Brown with his work he has undeniably become heavily sought after by Hollywood. Many corporate clients, such as Smirnoff, DC Comics, TBS, Pepsi, and Wal-Mart, have called on Cak..?13 by name.
After building and managing a successful internet radio station with the lifestyle brand WheatBread, his hustle and all around charisma eventually landed him into the acting spotlight. An impressive method actor, Caktuz has appeared in a number of film and web television efforts, including his mentor Melvin Van Peebles’ film Confessions of A ex-Doofus Ithcy Footed Mutha The Eddie Black Story (formerly tittled Deceptz ), and his self produced web series ThatsWhatsUp! for RadioOne. Caktuz is the poster boy for a multi-media revolution.
Punky Blu is a woman who is Free. Social acceptance is not something that she worries about. She does what she wants, wears what she wants, says what she feels and acts how she wants to act. She creates what’s in her world, doing what works for her. Punky is a term used to describe someone who looks and dresses different from what society considers the norm. Blue symbolizes trust, loyalty, wisdom, confidence, intelligence, faith, truth, and heaven. The combination of the words describes her personality.
Her mission is to inspire others to be and accept who they really are. Her message to the world: “Don’t worry about what everyone else has to say, be you all day. By doing this, you can find self happiness". When people listen to her music she wants them to feel connected to a woman who is real about her life experiences. She doesn't hold anything back and gives as much as possible, singing until her voice is gone, and writing until her fingers are sore. Paper, pen and a mic are her advocates to tell stories about where she's from and what she's been through, hoping her listeners will be able to relate to something she's said.
Punky was born and raised in Park Slope, Brooklyn, which definitely brought forth her "Punky" swagger. The neighborhood was very diverse. They had goths, skateboarders, rockers, rappers, Christians, wiccans, lesbians, gays, owners, renters, dog walkers, cat lovers, you name it they had it and she quickly learned that being yourself was cool and being different made you stand out. Punky's music is a reflection of where she grew up and where she is now. She is free to be her and she is Punky Blu!
the Honorable Master KoxxE FreeLight-Phi, Ph.D., S.J.D., self-accredited doctorate in Thinkin’ology and in the most advanced study of Law as a scientific discipline, the highest professional doctorate degree in Law.
It’s been a longtime since spirituality, royalty, love, truth, peace, freedom, music of spirit, hope and justice fused into one golden ratio.
Son of a late 60’s, early 70’s era neighborhood gun wielding, drug selling, street gangsta dad, now clean, and a true old school to present day hip hop head mother, instantaneously materializing March 28, 1973 in Queens, N.Y., simultaneously, same year as the birth of hip hop began. Manifested and raised in the Hollis, Queens community on the famed ‘205th St.’, same as pioneering rap group RUN-DMC’s lyrics talked about, along with the likes of Salt ’n Pepa, Young MC, Ja Rule, Irv Gotti, Stretch, Black Rock ‘n Ron, Ed Lover, Rocwilder etc., not excluding any others unnamed.
From Hollis to Hollywood, up and back & with well established insider connections throughout just about every state in between, somehow, in some way, anyone on ‘tha frequency’, has heard of the honored Master KoxxE FreeLight-Phi Ph.D., S.J.D., in Thinkin’ology and in the most advanced study of Law as a scientific discipline, the highest professional doctorate degree in Law.
A true visionary of Quantum Thoughts and elevated thinking capacities, Master KoxxE became engrossed in music entertainment, arts and in the sciences, thereafter, a close friend of the family, Smith from 205th-Down By Law and music group ‘Afros’ fame introduced KoxxE to Jam Master Jay, an’ soon after, with Run-DMC’s yearly itinerary of touring dates, Master, along with his then rap group Team BAM began opening shows for Run-DMC on the road, living out his childhood dreams of performing in front of thousands of screaming fans, sold out crowds and jam packed stadiums & arenas. Team BAM and Master KoxxE deemed likely to soon become a household name once all was said and done, the smoke cleared and JMJ had more time to focus on executive producing the first album as that was the plan.
Claudine is an Actress, Writer, Teaching Artist and part time DJ in New York City. She received her BA in Communications and Fine Arts Theatre from Ramapo College of New Jersey and later continued to study acting at William Esper Studio. Her most recent Theatre credits include "Our Daily Bread", "Experiment 23B" and her self written and performed one woman show "Temporarily Yours". Claudine continues to develop and perform "Temporarily Yours" at various venues. To read more about music, events and other things that interest and inspire Claudine you can check out her blog claudinelikethemovie.tumblr.com.
A.N.S All.Natural.Substance has the passion for music and is very well balanced when it comes to his Art. He has a Strong voice coming out of Farrockaway Queens, Ocean Bay to be exact. He grew up on all the Greats like Sugar Hill Gang, BDP, etc. A.N.S has written and produced the single FARROCKAWAY. It was filmed by Dj Mista Suave and is available on you tube. After the release of the video, A.N.S began to tour the NY underground scene, including a lot of shows, interviews, open mics and industry parties. He has a wide social network of poets, singers, directors and producers. Not only a Rapathon Vet (h2c2), but an artist with a new single (GET RIGHT!!) that was produced by I.A.R graduate Kasheem Daniel and Cool Brezze of (1228 lounge studio's.com) Twitterum. The same song got the chance to be featured in a Mocumentary/Documentary film soundtrack, "Monkey Gang" on chickenandbeef.tv. The Film was screened at the Hollywood Black Film Festival in 2011 and many more film fest in 2012.
A.N.S has also performed at the New York Public Library located @ 455 5th ave, which expanded his audience quiet well. He's currently working on a new project, which will include some treats for listeners and fans!!
Here is a list of some of A.N.S' performances and networks:
African Poetry Theathe 99
Mega SuperStar Showcase B.E.T 08
Open Mic Mental Surpreme 02
Harlem Summer Stage 07
N.Y.C.H.A. annual boro talent show winner 07
Club Exit n Club Speed wendsday Open Mic 03
Art Start Program 03
Greek Fest Jones Beach 01
African Street Fest in BK 04
98.7 Kiss Open Mic 07
The Annual "Hip Hop Rapathon"( by H2C2) 09-2012
Mya B. is a young filmmaker born and raised in Chi-town. She currently resides in Brooklyn, NY where she came to be around people of like mind in the independent film industry. Graduating from Columbia College with a concentration in film studies gave her the writing and production skills to pursue her passion as an independent filmmaker.
Her first documentary, ‘Warrior Queens’ was shown in at the Dusable Museum of African American History in Chicago. From working as a PA and interning on several independent films, she decided to venture into her first documentary project. After two years of groundbreaking interviews and historical information to research, she completed her first documentary entitled, ‘Silence: In Search of Black Female Sexuality in America.’ The film has won many accolades, festival acceptance, and awards. Segments of her film, was also show on VH1’s, “Can’t Get a Date”. Since then, her writing has gotten recognition.
Her short script, Maya: The Illusion, won honorable mention in the American Gem screenwriting competition and she was a BET finalist in the Rap It-Up competition in 2006. She is currently in post-production of her second feature-length documentary “Afraid of Dark”, finishing up her first novel, and working as a Special Education preschool teacher in the Bushwick area of Brooklyn. In addition to this, she has worked as a DP on many projects: The Dark Seed, Curtain Call, and Monkey Gang.
Musician, rap artist, actor, all describe the many talents of Shayshahn MacPherson. Also know as Phearnone, this highly versatile artist has mastered the viola, violin, djembe and Dun Duns (west African drums), pioneered a unique sound of classical 5-string violin with contemporary rap lyrics, and rounds out his performance skills through theatre and drama.
From the age of 11, this Bronx New York native has performed in multiple venues, including his most memorable appearance in Carnegie Hall. Phearnone has played djimbe for companies like Harlem School of the Arts and Jewels of the Nile. He also uses his wide reaching musical abilities to and creativity as founding member of hip-hop and recording performance groups like Planet Ubiquity, N.Y.C.E., and Earthman Experience.
As an actor Shay has appeared in several feature films such as "Fighting" starring Channing Tatum and Day Night Day Night by Juila Loktev. He also works with New York based theatre companies and performs internationally and across the United States with Classical Theater of Harlem.
In addition to his busy, performance schedule, Shay finds time to pass along his 20 years of artistic experience to youth in the 5 boroughs of New York City as an after school director and adjunct professor at Bronx Community College.
Phearnone has worked with many talented people which include, Khari Cain, (Grammy Award Winning, engineer and composer), singer Bobby Valentino, singer Angie Stone,actress Tamara Tuni, actor Andre Desheilds, actor Earle Hyman, actor Ty Jones, Director Alfred Preisser, Singer Eryka Badu, Spoken word artist "Mums" and drummer Max Roach to name a few.
Phearnone can also be seen in music video's like Rah Digga's "party and bullsh**" , and is the voice of Zingy ringtone commercials. Shayshahn was also spotted on 106 and park with Jamie Foxx and Kanye West.
Shay contiues to expand his skills and creative energies across artistic disciplines. Currently you can catch him Djing and playing his violin weekly in many venues iBrooklyn New York City. Check his "Shows" tab for more details!
Trixie Matias is what we call the definition of Bold And Beautiful. Born April 28, 1982 to teenage parents, life for her started out rough and by the age of 17, she herself had become a single teenage parent and decided to go HAM but in 2001 she did however graduate from Jane Addams Vocational High School with her diploma.
In 2007 she met her match, a young man by the name of Matrixz, and while looking for some excitement for their budding relationship, they reached out to an urban plus size swing community. By the end of the night they left with a smile and a business proposal to do adult modeling. Of course, very hesitant they both thought about it, then thought “Hey Why Not?"
Nearing the end of 2007 they had shot their first scene together. At this point her stage name was Madame Trixie and they had worked collectively on many websites. But all great things must come to an end. There was a lot more work in 2008 for Trixie than Matrixz so by nature, their relationship began to deteriorate and by 2009 Trixie began putting together a master plan, writing everything down, and looking up information in preparation for the right moment to execute.
As fate would have it in 2010, Trixie was asked to do an online radio show interview as “Madame Trixie”. After the interview the host gave her a few words of motivation and a few weeks later he called on her to be the special co-host on, “The Officially Rated Thick Show”. She decided this meant business and took this opportunity very seriously consequently dropping the Madame and leaving her name as Trixie Matias.
In spring of 2011 due to creative differences, Trixie left the show, was on her own, and hungry for more. We fast-forward to the summer of that year when she decided to start STFU Trixie, her own online radio show that talked about everything that was on the public's mind. Unfortunately she began to feel the pressure of doing it by herself, and consequently she decided to pick the camera back up, and turn it on her and Matrixz.
In late fall of 2011, Matrixz didn't want that kind of spotlight anymore, and was ready for her to leave the adult business for good. He wanted her to be his wife, or he was out the door. She felt this was her opportunity to jump out the window and believe in every thing she had written down. She gave him what he wanted, and decided to put the life of an adult star behind her to start building her empire starting with an elaborate wedding. Unbeknownst to her though it was too late!. There was nothing left to save!.
Instead of using this as an excuse to be a pity case, and be depressed, she used this as ammo. She began to put into action everything she thought about. She started believing in the power of herself and dropped everyone around her like bad habits.
Now here we are in 2013 and we see her working at her biggest achievement yet; her radio show “Outta Da Box Radio Show”. It is live every week on Outtadaboxradio.com from 8-10pm and she is joined by seven other jokers, whilst talking taboo topics.
Her life long goal is to be a successful business mogul/unorthodox motivational speaker. She is extremely focused, self driven, and an autodidactic person, teaching herself how to build websites, target markets, and write proposals and business plans. She has been prepped and still preparing herself for whatever opportunity comes her way. She states she will return to school when her schedule clears up enough to do so. Her educational goal is to have a PHD in Philosophy. Her career goal is to own her own radio station.
Brian Mecabe is a new era R&B/Soul singer hailing from Harlem, New York City. Brian started singing in a punk band when he was 15 years of age, and has not looked back since. Gaining worlds of inspiration and technique from classic singers like Frank Sinatra and Sam Cook, to some new age artists such as Amy Winehouse and Justin Timberlake, Brian Mecabe creates an ambient yet powerful sound with soulful vocals and wild, trippy beats.
Jennie B is a multi-talented recording artist from Ireland currently living in NYC. Jennie B grew up in Ireland where she attended stage school. She has been dancing and performing since the age of 11, and has performed in the Westend Stage in London and in Disneyland Paris. She began taking vocal lessons and singing seriously in her late teens.
In 2011 Jennie B decided to leave her family, friends and small hometown in rural Ireland and move to New York on her own, to pursue her dream of becoming a big time recording artist. Jennie attended Peridance Dance School in Manhattan for a year and trained as a professional dancer in all styles of dance. Here she was trained by some of the most renowned choreographers in the world many of whom have worked with Janet Jackson, Rihanna, Ciara, Missy Elliot, P Diddy, and Run DMC to name but a few.
During that year, Jennie B also worked with vocal coach Norma Garbo, who coached Taylor Swift, and who will currently go on tour with The Scissor Sisters working as their tour vocal coach.
Jennie began her music recording career working with underground rappers in Brooklyn, in underground studios. She performed at many events in Brooklyn and eventually was spotted by a talent scout and invited to record at a professional studio in Manhattan, where she began and is still working on her first pop/dance solo album.
Jennie B’s first music video for her song “All The Boys” (which she wrote herself and had rapper Moneymaine collaborate with her on it) received 60,000 views on YouTube with very little promotion. The video was just intended for promotional purposes, and resulted in Jennie receiving interest from major record labels such as EMI and Ultra records. Jennie directed, choreographed, styled and funded the entire video herself.
Jennie has also received a lot of attention from well known music DJs in the industry who are keen to play her music once released. She has been approached by well known rappers to do collaborations, and is currently in talks to undergo such projects.
Jennie has begun modelling as well, due to the high number of photographers wanting to work with her. She is currently corresponding with talent agents about signing a modelling deal.
Jennie B's music is fun, pop & dance infused, with an electronic sound. Jennie B is a songwriter, dancer, entertainer, singer and performer. Her fearless attitude, determination and hard work is sure to see this passionate songstress go straight to the top of the charts.
Get ready as she prepares to light the stage with her energetic, breath-taking live performances.
Before he became "theG00$E", Karim Spaulding was anything but the typical native New Yorker.
Born in the Bronx and raised between New York, Kingston and London he developed an early awareness of how identity and design reflected one another. While attending Evander Childs high school Karim and two other friends started a DIY clothing company which they called, "Pretty Boy Productions", in response to the lack of individual style propagated by the 90's "roughneck era". After graduating from (CUNY) Lehman College with a bachelors of science in Economics and a minor in Computer Information Systems (CIS), Karim interned at the now defunct Arista Records then later at Jive records in the marketing department. During this time his passion for entrepreneurship was truly realize. Seeing all the successful blackmen and women who worked behind the scenes to create a "pop-stars" image, inspired Karim to build his own brand. While working as an accounting clerk for Sesame Workshop, the company responsible for Sesame Street, Karim with the help of his younger brother Casimir, nursed a small graphic t-shirt company, "C O L O U R F U L M O N E Y", into a full fledged Clothing brand.
What had started out as form of expression soon turned into a internationally recognized brand shipping packages from their Harlem, New York & Atlanta, GA studios across the globe to France, Australia, Russia and Japan. To date "Colourful Money" is celebrating it's 4th year of success as it continues to reach new markets with its strict word of mouth advertising policy, select store partnerships & celebrity relationships, as well as, a deal with online retail giant Karmaloop.com. For the latest styles from the "Colourful Money" brand visit
[colourfulmoney.net] and follow us on instagram: @colourfulmula & @colourfulmoney tumblr: @seeingcolours & @goosemobile, Facebook: @colourfulmoney
Good girls go to heaven. Bad dolls go everywhere!.
Multifaceted Music Artist. Model. Actress. Ex-Ivy League Scientist. Film. Fashion. Flashing lights. Passion.
While most artists focus on grouping their music into a singular identity, mid-western native Gin Doll brings a multifaceted attitude towards her contemporary music. To be an artist, is to be multifaceted, and the bravery is in the comfort of being misunderstood or misconstrued.
Gin Doll is currently working on her album under several producers in New York City, while synergizing with other artists and developing in the entertainment industry as an actress in film, and in modeling. She believes in making a positive difference in the world with avant-garde style and empowering all those who will be there to watch and listen.
Born on June 22, 1982 in Brownsville, Brooklyn, Antonio "More Better" Davis was born with the odds against him. Only a few minutes after delivery, doctors stated that his heart stopped two times. That's when the miracle happened... and God knew he was destined for greatness. Growing up in Langston Hughes projects with nothing but violence and crime surrounding him he strove to live his life on the straight and narrow. He began rapping in 1999 with great inspiration from artists such as Slick Rick and Special Ed. More Better used this as an outlet from his surroundings. In 2003, just a few days after his birthday.
More Better lost his father to Blood Cancer and heart problems at the early age of 44 in Long Island University Hospital. At that moment he made it his life goal to make it big in the music industry. Just a mere year later in 2004, he was signed to Edosa Entertainment EEI and in 2010, Edosa Entertainment EEI/Universal Music Group. As of 2012, More Better has been releasing videos one after the other and putting out some of the hottest club tracks from street to pop music that you would ever hear on iTunes and across the airwaves, under his Independent label "MBRC. Calsuhee Gang".
His growing "Calushee Gang" (Its A Life Style) movement seems to be hitting the industry by storm, building a name and a brand for himself with his smooth flow resembling some of the greats in the rap game. More Better keeps audiences on their feet, shutting down shows around town and leaving a distinctive paper trail to find him. His aggressive lyrics pack a mean punch that will give a jolt to the rap game that is so desperately needed. He is arguably one of the hardest commercial pop/hip-hop artist there is in the game, and he is determined to make it.
Murf Meyer
Actor, storyteller, and comedian Murf Meyer is a lovable madman who was born and reared in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, and currently resides in Brooklyn, New York. He writes and performs for The Dependable Felons, a multimedia production company.
The Felons are currently producing The Whiskey Tango Living Room Tour, a variety show performed in apartments all over NYC. Murf is also a regular panelist on The Chris Gethard Show, which airs live every Wednesday at 11:00pm on the Manhattan Neighborhood Network. He's a regular performer at the UCB Theatre, and co-hosts a sexy podcast called Ménage à Trois Radio. Follow his ass on Twitter @MurfMeyer.
Diana Kolsky
She's a sassy Brooklyn bird about town, by way of Portland, Oregon. An actress and comedienne, she is a proud member of the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre House team Big Margaret, and co-host of the sensual Ménage à Trois Radio podcast.
By night, she can be seen around town, performing with The Dependable Felons, and improvising in various NYC clubs and basements; by day, she designs book covers for Penguin Books, writes screenplays, and dreams of dog-ownership. Check her out @DianimalK.
Executive Producer/Director/Writer/Editor/Composer/Key Grip/Boom Operator.
Crosby Tatum wears many hats and is a Content Producer, Director, Screenwriter, & Editor who has worked on over 15 different media projects in the film, video, and music industries for over 12 years.
Crosby is a graduate of "The New England Institute of Art", holding an Associates Degree in Television Broadcasting. Crosby also holds the Most Outstanding Broadcaster Award in 2003 during his tenure at the school.
Crosby is the producer/director and founding cast member of DA' Block Presents', a sketch comedy series that was featured in two different film festivals in the New England Area. He is also a part of the 2011 Boston Urban Music Awards pre-nominated Hip-Hop group "LAZ & CAT," under the name of CATIPUS MERIDIOUS (CAT). Crosby also serves as a member of the National Association of Television Program Executives (NATPE).
Recently, Crosby just finished working on the feature film, Christopher Nolan's The Good Life, a hard-hitting Drama starring, Tangi Miller (WB's Felicity), Richard Gallion(The Ideal Husband), Maya Gilbert (Southland, Zane's Sex Chronicles), Christian Keyes (BET's Let's Stay Together, Tyler Perry's Madea Goes To Jail), and Mari Morrow (Def Jam's How to Be A Player). Crosby served as Sound Designer, Graphics Animator, and Music Supervisor on the film.
Crosby is the Executive Producer/Director/Screenwriter of Surprise, Surprise!!! and it's lead actor. Crosby plays the role of Crosby Tylor, a smart but socially under-confident college student who succeeds in the academic arena, but fails with women socially.
For Maria Eujenya, "art is a way of life with many doors and paths that all lead to one thing and one place."
If her bubbly and fun-loving personality somehow escapes your notice, her distinct style and that amazing fro is bound to peak your interest. You won't be disappointed either- creative director, model, artist, and stylist (for Colourful Money Clothing and Sabit NYC look books) are only a few of her achievements.
MariaEujenya's love for Michael Jackson (her biggest inspiration) shines through- from her clothing to her dancing. Choreographing numerous projects, teaching children and now back up dancing for upcoming artist She's Ryan helps to keep her passion alive.
Maria Eujenya also takes all of her inspiration and puts either on paper or on a canvas. Writing and visually creating her expressions, her feeling and her thoughts threw using mix-media such acrylic paint, wheat paste, different mediums. Lets just say anything she can get her hands on.Eujenya says "you're a nobody, until someone thinks you're somebody. I hope when I become somebody I become an inspirational light that shines in the deepest and darkest holes."
Actor, storyteller, and comedian Murf Meyer is a lovable madman who was born and reared in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, and currently resides in Brooklyn, New York. He writes and performs for The Dependable Felons, a multimedia production company. The Felons are currently producing, "The Whiskey Tango Living Room Tour", a variety show, performed in apartments all over NYC. Murf is also a regular panelist on The Chris Gethard Show, which airs live every Wednesday at 11:00pm on the Manhattan Neighborhood Network. He's a regular performer at the UCB Theater, and co-hosts a sexy podcast called Ménage à Trois Radio. Follow his ass on Twitter @MurfMeyer.
Diana Kolsky is a sassy Brooklyn bird about town, by way of Portland, Oregon. An actress and comedienne, she is a proud member of the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater House team Big Margaret, and co-host of the sensual Ménage à Trois Radio podcast. By night, she can be seen around town, performing with The Dependable Felons, and improvising in various NYC clubs and basements; by day, she designs book covers for Penguin Books, writes screenplays, and dreams of dog-ownership. Check her out @DianimalK.
Planet Replicas was created out of a passion for comic and movie collectables.
By staying as close to the source material as a possible, weather it's a physical object or a page from a graphic novel. Planet Replicas combine our creative experience from working in the Film, TV and Advertising industries with the finest materials and methods available.
Planet Replicas Hopes you enjoy there work as much as they do in creating it. Vist them at www.planetreplicas.com
Jennifer "Breeze" is a professional M.A.C makeup artist from Brooklyn N.Y. She divides her time between NYC and Boston, working on her craft. She's a graduate of the Empire Beauty School of New York, where she got all the skills necessary, to make her, the professional makeup artist, and hair stylist she is today.
Her desire, is to take her talent, and create a flawless work of art, with every person she places makeup on. Like a true make up addict, her creativity, and interest in makeup, began long before she decided on making a career out of it. Jennifer is constantly updating her knowledge about the world of makeup, so that she can stay ahead of the trends coming into the industry.
Jennifer quickly established a reputation for flawless makeup application, and began her personal freelance business. She has a natural sense of style, and diverse creative ability as a professional makeup artist of 10 years "Breeze" is able to create the look you desire, whether it is a natural fresh look with "Barely -There" make up, or a movie classic sophisticated look, as well as glamorous, bold, or trendy. She creates looks for people of all skin tones, skin-types, ages, and ethnicities. In addition to her makeup artistry, this trained and certified M.A.C.artist's talent has been used in just about every genre of entertainment from live events, to network T.V.
Jen Breeze continues to further her education on a constant basis, and is always attending courses to expand her growth as an artist. For her the most rewarding aspect of her career, has been the amazing experience of helping to build confidence in so many woman she has worked with over the years in her field.
She is a huge advocate of finding your inner beauty. Its fulfilling to her to be able to boost someone's confidence and make he or she feel amazing and beautiful.
Dyesha Hicks is a commercial model and actress, that is native to the fast-paced Brooklyn culture. As the oldest of six siblings, she was the most introverted, yet imaginative child. Maturity has transferred the creativity of her youth, to the energetic and resilient woman she is today. Devotion to her mother through the challenges of her past, has empowered Dyesha with the strength to endure. She is driven to ensure, that she grasps the triumphs she envisions for herself and the patrons of her services. As a fitness enthusiast and ambassador of hospitality, Dyesha is committed to the success of those who inspire her and not just her own. Dyesha attributes her success as an entrepreneur to the character traits she has developed throughout her life. She has passionately invested time and energy in building her brand through marketing, public relations, and resource development.
Dyesha grew up most of her life in the poverty stricken areas of Philadelphia, and Brooklyn. She watched her single mother struggle to provide for the family, yet through hard work and the will to not quit, she prevailed. From this, Dyesha has developed the persistence to succeed despite the obstacles ahead of her. Nevertheless, she is not afraid of the fall because she has felt the ground before. Because of her inner-city background, she enjoys the “rawness” and originality of the underground. This, undoubtedly, contributed to her well-rounded experience as a commercial model for over four years. Complemented with a quirky and uncensored character, Dyesha is utterly irresistible to network with as a model and actor. But, she maintains a level of professionalism that delivers a superb quality of work. Beneath the tantalizing exterior of Dyesha Hicks, lies a soul bursting with the energy of the sun, giving light and warmth to those who share her vision of success. Armed with her deep cultural background, and creative personality, Dyesha is driven to apply her knowledge and experience into every aspect of her personal and professional life.
The Honey Academy is a worldwide promotional avenue, for all genres of Photography, not just limited to Models and Photographers. They bring relative affiliates such as; Make-Up Artists, Stylists, Booking Agents, Magazine Companies and more. Their site is designed to provide a lively social presence as well as opportunities in the Entertainment Industry.
Photographer Jason Thomas started off as an accountant, getting a degree in the field at American International College and furthering his education with a Masters degree at Southern University, and A&M College in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. After working as an accountant in Louisiana, Jason answered the call of his creative side and found himself in New York City, where he studied acting and film. With his new found skills, Jason wrote, directed, and starred in two short films titled Famous and In The Alley. He also produced a documentary for a local church and put together and edited EPKs for local artists. In 2003, Jason started the popular podcast, The Half Show with his now wife. Together the couple covered all facets of entertainment and current events.
Jason’s first brush with photography came in 2006 with a point and shoot camera, closely inspecting his honeymoon photos. Deciding that he could do better, Jason purchased his first DSLR and instantly fell in love with photography and enrolled in the New York Institute of Photography. Working in the studio is where Jason fell in love with Fashion Model Photography. “I Love the glamour of capturing people at their best!” says the photographer.
Gotham City FX was founded in 2011, but the talented sculptors, model makers, seamstresses and designers have been working for years at their craft.
Manifest is a rare commodity, a powerhouse with artistic and street credibility, making him one of east-coast rap's most distinctive up and coming talents. Using his life experiences as the fuel to spark the flames representing his life struggle, Manifest's hardcore lyrics and aggressive swag captivates, and paints images of the brutal reality of growing up in the streets of New York. He creates rhymes that capture the attention of younger generations in hopes of enforcing the importance of education.
Developing a passion for music from birth, the mix of Reggae, Soca, Jazz and Salsa filled the air of his childhood home. Manifest developed his musical skills when he realised his knack for rhyming and began experimenting with different formulas. Listening to various DJs like DJ Red Alert and Funk Master Flex, helped him hone his MC skills, writing and producing, making music a career.
Manifest joined a group call LNF (Leaders Never Followers), launching the talented teen into the world of underground radio shows, including New York's Night Hawks with DJ Red Bandit. After a short run with LNF, Manifest decided that a solo career would be best for him. Going back to the basics, the MC battled whoever was brave enough to step up. With word spreading through the streets of the linguistic genius, it didn't take long for him to attract the attention of various mixtape DJs. Manifest has collaborated with DJs such as: Don Damarco of Desert Storm, DJ Honda, DJ Scratches, DJ Hurricane, DJ Simonsez, DJ N.O., DJ Cassius Clay and promoter Master Moo. Manifest has also worked with artists such as: Harlem Red, Mysonne, Quess, E Hustle, just to name a few. Soon Manifest came together with DJ Honda, which resulted in the creation of the multi-platinum record featuring the hit songs "The Eclipse" and "We Don't Play". This took Manifest on tour in Japan. Once back in the States, Manifest ran into childhood friend, P. Swagger and Kris Kartel who had similar interests in music. Together they formed the label "Kartel Route- Hostile Takeover".
Punky Blu is a woman who is Free. Social acceptance is not something that she worries about. She does what she wants, wears what she wants, says what she feels and acts how she wants to act. She creates what’s in her world, doing what works for her. Punky is a term used to describe someone who looks and dresses different from what society considers the norm. Blue symbolizes trust, loyalty, wisdom, confidence, intelligence, faith, truth, and heaven. The combination of the words describes her personality.
Her mission is to inspire others to be and accept who they really are. Her message to the world: “Don’t worry about what everyone else has to say, be you all day. By doing this, you can find self happiness". When people listen to her music she wants them to feel connected to a woman who is real about her life experiences. She doesn't hold anything back and gives as much as possible, singing until her voice is gone, and writing until her fingers are sore. Paper, pen and a mic are her advocates to tell stories about where she's from and what she's been through, hoping her listeners will be able to relate to something she's said.
Punky was born and raised in Park Slope, Brooklyn, which definitely brought forth her "Punky" swagger. The neighborhood was very diverse. They had goths, skateboarders, rockers, rappers, Christians, wiccans, lesbians, gays, owners, renters, dog walkers, cat lovers, you name it they had it and she quickly learned that being yourself was cool and being different made you stand out. Punky's music is a reflection of where she grew up and where she is now. She is free to be her and she is Punky Blu!
Cocoa is a singer/song-writer & emcee hailing from New York City. Born and raised in Harlem, she carries the sensibility of a chic, sophisticated, not-to-be-messed-with city girl in her music. Her influences include : Pharrell Williams, Jay-Z, Lauryn Hill, Kelis, Nelly Furtado, Missy Elliot and Gwen Stefani.
C-B is a self-proclaimed "triple threat" which has widely been proven via her photography, media and music skills. Owner of popular blog COOL CRUEL WORLD, and photography start-up company HAUTE FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY, Cocoa Bella holds her own in several different realms of the industry. She emulates the style, creativity and elegance of Grace Jones, with the tough-girl swagger of Kelis, Gwen Stefani and Missy Elliot.
Her journey with music started years ago when she had a chance meeting with the A&R at Star Trak. Though that didn't work out when they dis-banded from Arista, Cocoa continued to work in the industry as a journalist penning stories for the likes of: Ebony Magazine, Don Diva Magazine, J. Records and more. She grew her brand as a blogger, photographer NYC personality, and fashion maven. But if you ask her what it's time for now, she'll say loud and clear "Now it's time for the music!"
Born on June 22, 1982 in Brownsville, Brooklyn, Antonio "More Better" Davis was born with the odds against him. Only a few minutes after delivery, doctors stated that his heart stopped two times. That's when the miracle happened... and God knew he was destined for greatness. Growing up in Langston Hughes projects with nothing but violence and crime surrounding him he strove to live his life on the straight and narrow.
He began rapping in 1999 with great inspiration from artists such as Slick Rick and Special Ed. More Better used this as an outlet from his surroundings. In 2003, just a few days after his birthday, More Better lost his father to Blood Cancer and heart problems at the early age of 44 in Long Island University Hospital. At that moment he made it his life goal to make it big in the music industry. Just a mere year later in 2004, he was singed to Edosa Entertainment EEI and in 2010, Edosa Entertainment EEI/Universal Music Group. As of 2012. More Better has been releasing videos one after the other and putting out some of the hottest club tracks from street to pop music that you would ever hear on iTunes and across the airwaves, under his Independent label "MBRC. Calsuhee Gang".His growing "Calushee Gang" (Its A Life Style) movement seems to be hitting the industry by storm, building a name and a brand for himself with his smooth flow resembling some of the greats in the rap game.
More Better keeps audiences on their feet, shutting down shows around town and leaving a distinctive paper trail to find him. His aggressive lyrics pack a mean punch that will give a jolt to the rap game that is so desperately needed. He is arguably one of the hardest commercial pop/hip-hop artist there is in the game, and he is determined to make it.
Gia is a rapper/ spoken word artist from the UK also known as Nikki Blaze. Her biggest love of all is hip-hop. Her music consist of many styles such as; House, Dance, RnB and Dubstep. Over the years Gia has been able to travel the world through her music. From the age 3-12 she started out as a dancer performing for royalty, the general public and travelling to France.
By the age of 13 Gia discovered she had the talent to rap. In her home town place of birth Liverpool, a place known for its history in music, Gia was able to work with a team of people who would help her along the way. For five years, working in the BBC played a huge part in her life. Along James Class and Mandy Smith, Gia was able run her hip hop slot on the UpFront show. Interviewing people such as Dj Premier ,David Banner, Crazy Legz, Afrika Islam, West Wood, Trevor Nelson ,Prince Paul, Cash Money,
G-Unit, M.O.P. Mobb Deep, GZA, RZA ,Ghostface Killah, The Jungle Brothers and many more. Supporting groups like Onyx in concert in the Caribbean and hosting events around the world, this is more than just a job.
Jordan Smith, aka ”Stress” as he is so affectionately called, constantly charms those he comes into contact with. He was raised in a Muslim tradition, and his lyrical flow, swagger, and style is Harlemisque. Producers, Artists and Rappers to name a few bill his services, from the distance lands of Germany and Japan, to Canada, and the Middle East yet he still remains humble. Not your typical Harlemite, slinging, blinging, or banging.
Sress grew up in the upper part of Manhattan, the same place that bred Pink Panther, Cam’ron and the Dipset Crew. Four time winner of various underground battles, he’s creating a name for himself in the underground circuit with his distinct loose-cannon, upbeat, sometimes humorous style combined with years of freestyle battles.
Equipped with his signature hard rhythmic persona and bilingual tongue, he’s managed to release over half a dozen mix tapes under the guidance of high profile mix tape Deejay Green Lantern, between the years of 2006 - 2009. Within that time frame he’s wasted no time setting up his new imprint “The Network”, he’s traveled and performed in Africa, and North and South America. “Imagine being totally embraced by a Spanish speaking country and leaving your mark there. That’s how I felt performing for the 209th Year Celebration in Honduras, along with the Africans that swam from the slave ship" Jordan says. That’s a powerful experience; that is what entertainment is all about!
Born and raised in Windsor, Ct, Stacy A. Lawes is a recent college graduate from Miami International University of Art and Design, with a B.F.A degree in fashion design. Stacy Lawes International INC. was founded by Ms. Lawes in 2011. This fashion house was influenced and created by Ms. Lawes with her new, innovative designs for men and women, high-end couture, and handbags. Stacy A. Lawes has a strong passion to create a groundbreaking company that will reach the masses around the world.
Stacy Lawes International INC., will position itself to bring urban and high-end couture together to the forefront by becoming the eyes and ears of the next generation of fashion. It’s time for new modern styles with a taste of a classic essence, that can stand the test of time, and this company will help the present embrace the future.
After giving 8 yrs. of his youth to prison for a crime he did not commit, this High Point, North Carolina country boy moved to Brooklyn, NY shortly after his release. With his multiple talents and street savvy, he quickly immersed himself into the NY underground of afro-punk rockers, hipsters, & gangster rappers.
Caktuz soon became a rising indie artist under his own AMAS Multi-Media label, having worked with such artists as Bilal, Dead Prez, Boot Camp Clik, SA-RA, Kardinal Offishall, The Dey, Brand Nubian, M.O.P., Young Guru, Michael K Williams aka Omar from HBO’s Emmy Nominated The Wire, & many more.
In 2009 Cak shut down stages abroad on tour, headlining beside some of Europe's biggest talents & emerging acts, such as Bashy, DJ SpyKatcha, Charlie Sloth, Kof, Esco Williams, & Nikki Blaze, for Liverpool Hip Hop Week & the HUB Festival (the UK’s largest free music festival).
His tour helped to stamp his name, and the recognizable ‘Carolina Bluez’ sound through various parts of England, Amsterdam, & Paris.
From music to gracing the Broadway stage with the legendary Melvin Van Peebles, Cak..?13′z DRX performance art group raised the energy of each show.
A Carolina blues man by blood, his 1st album 2 Hevi 4 Heaven, set Caktuz’s place in the industry as a musical and genre innovator, weaving live performance art into his stage shows.
Caktuz brought attention to himself through his surreal digital mix-tape campaigns (packaging his music with art, video & even a virtual nightclub in secondlife.com), as well as his controversial sophomore album GOD*Z PORNO.
With a growing cult following and an unmatched new southern sound fused with NY afro-punk, industry insiders begun comparing Caktuz to groundbreaking predecessors such as Outkast & Kanye West.
This country strange fruit is an award winning graphic illustrator/designer, working with virtually all the top designers, such as Ecko, Apple Bottoms, Parish, Timberland, Rocawear, Shady Ltd. Having laced celebs such as Wendy Williams, Queen Latifah, & Chris Brown with his work he has undeniably become heavily sought after by Hollywood. Many corporate clients, such as Smirnoff, DC Comics, TBS, Pepsi, and Wal-Mart, have called on Cak..?13 by name.
After building and managing a successful internet radio station with the lifestyle brand WheatBread, his hustle and all around charisma eventually landed him into the acting spotlight. An impressive method actor, Caktuz has appeared in a number of film and web television efforts, including his mentor Melvin Van Peebles’ film Confessions of A ex-Doofus Ithcy Footed Mutha The Eddie Black Story (formerly tittled Deceptz ), and his self produced web series ThatsWhatsUp! for RadioOne. Caktuz is the poster boy for a multi-media revolution.
In late 2009, Kia Sleet dropped everything and relocated to New York City from the Midwest, to pursue a career in music. With no job leads and knowing no one in the city, Sleet quickly learned how to survive on the streets of Gotham the hard way. Having to sleep on couches, in hotels, cars, and eat at soup kitchens motivated Sleet to work extra hard to make sure her relocation was not in vain. Writing and producing her own material, Sleet is greatly influenced by artists of yesterday.
She channels the likes of Marvin Gaye (who she considers her idol), The Beatles, Minnie Riperton, Aretha Franklin, Fleetwood Mac, and Chaka Khan for inspiration. Sleet also enjoys drawing faces, blogging about other independent artists, and giving makeovers.
Author Kai Storm, a new face in the Urban Literary world, has brought us shining jewels called Alani’s Bigger Hustle & Alani’s Hustle Gets Bigger. Kai was born in Panama in 1972 and came to New York in 1981 with her mother. She discovered her writing gift as a junior at Boys & Girls High School when an English teacher gave her an assignment to develop a story from just one paragraph and since then, her pen was hot. Through the years, Kai continued to write any and everything not only to keep her gift alive but also for therapeutic reasons, either way her pen and paper kept her sane. In December 2007, Kai was working at a hospital as a temp and even though the assignment was over the first week of December, the hospital kept her on for two more weeks, just so that she would have money for Christmas presents; but there was nothing for her to do during those two weeks, so she decided to pen the first three chapters of Alani’s Bigger Hustle. Only after she submitted the first three chapters did she decide to write the rest of the book “just to see what I would do with it”, and when she pushed this out, it was nothing but fire!
“This story literally lived inside of me since I was 12 years old, it grew up with me and I knew one day it would be out in the world for all to see, it just had too!”
Kai was first signed to a publishing house in August 2008, and because she was so excited about the whole venture, she never fully researched the company and the works they produced; and because Kai had her own personal life issues, she never fully pushed for the book to be released. Once things in her life calmed down, and she was ready to be published in October 2010, she discovered the company was not all ready to put out her book, so through Author to Author connections that she made on Facebook, she found a publishing company that was not only ready, they couldn’t wait to sign her on. This company was Twenty First Street Urban Editing & Publishing, LLC and they along with Kai, brought Alani’s Bigger Hustle to life.
When meeting Kai for the first time, you can see the excitement that she has about her book, the confidence and the great work ethic she exudes is intense, and the best part of all is that it’s genuine to the core. Kai always has promotional information about her book, upcoming book signings and events and anything she is currently working on, and if you are an up and coming author seeking advice, Kai will go above and beyond to provide all the information you need because “If we supported each other more we could rule the world!”
Kai is not only a writer, but also a mom. In 1997 Kai was blessed with her first daughter named Africa, who taught her the real meaning of life and responsibility and the lesson was so overwhelmingly beautiful, that she had another daughter named Agodess in 2009. All in all, Kai is a woman that is thankful for all her blessings and plans to continue writing as long as she can. Her third novel is promising to be a hot thriller; it’s called "You Just Don’t Know", it’s written under the genre erotica kink and the best part of all….Miss Kai Storm will be gracing the cover of her third book! Kai has recently been hired to write inspirational stories for Elation Magazine, a monthly online religious publication and she continues to do book signings and events around the country. On Facebook, Kai is nicknamed “The hardest worker in the business!” and when you meet her you know why, as soon as you see the hat with her book names on it and that smile, you know why!
Kadlice Williams, a young adult from Brooklyn, N.Y. with a new found love and passion for Photography, has made it his responsibility to learn the concept and foundation of photography. He was influenced by his older brother and life as a whole, along with the art of things. A year ago, he was truly blessed with his own equipment, which then lead to him staying up many nights taking hundreds of photographs to expedite, strengthen and increase his skills.
His mission is to bring out a smile with a reflection of self perfection and uniqueness. "The ultimate goal for me, would be to one day own & build an organization to help take young misled teenagers off the street and introduce them to the art of life"...We do hope that his goal comes to fruition in the near future.
He recently created a photography company called Ambitious Photography, where him and his self trained peers come together and build their brand of Photography for the next generation.
Born to Haitian immigrants, and growing up in the diverse community of Flatbush, Brooklyn N.Y, HaitiStar reaches the masses with her soulful influences, which were before her time, such as Phyllis Hyman and Vesta. She carries a style unlike any other, fusing her Caribbean heritage, with the one of her new home by birth, the United States. While most youngsters were outside playing, Haiti found the love to play mature sounds and finesse her words on paper. She turned her pain into a vocal visual, an art-form using a plain 8" x 11" sheet of paper and a ball point pen.
She writes from a spiritual and alarming standpoint, as well as a world awareness standpoint. Unlike many others, she is able to write music at the drop of a dime, whether it's hooks or stories. This singer/songwriter doesn't stop there, she is an upcoming author and screen writer. I introduce to you, Jean Jolie! Welcome to her world!
