Save Planet Earth
Mar 13, 2010 Today's Stars
Various Artists
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| Webpage: http://www.myspace.com/allmightyentertainment | ||||
| Location: Rock Hill, NY, USA | ||||
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| Biography:
Hailing from the Bronx, Almighty Kay Gee was first introduced to what is known today as Hip Hop, in 1971 when he witnessed a DJ Smokey party where he first saw b-boys, graffiti writers and D Jing. Still in third grade, Almighty Kay Gee couldn’t afford equipment to be a DJ and his parents would kill him if they caught him writing graffiti. His only option at that point was to break dance. Almighty Kay Gee learned to break dance from the original “Mr. Freeze” and “Crip.” Almighty Kay Gee learned to rap in 1974 after he heard Grandmaster Flash and the Furious 3′s. During this time Almighty Kay Gee became a member of the all Jamaican “Cheeba Crew.” While with the Cheeba Crew, he learned to emcee and DJ simultaneously. He met DJ Charlie Chase in 1978 at an emcee convention and in 1979, after practice, became a part of the Cold Crush Brothers. Highlights in Almighty Kay Gee’s career were going to Japan in 1982 on the Wild Style Tour. They were also the first group signed to CBS Records, through the Tuff City label. Almighty Kay Gee influenced Chuck D, who he considers a “powerful emcee” as well as Kool Keith, who Almighty Kay Gee met in the third grade. He has collaborated with such artists as C&C Music Factory, KRS-1, Funk Master Flex, Doug E Fresh and more. Almighty Kay Gee has produced “Flesh not Bone” on the Spooks first album and wrote a score for the HBO movie “Disappearing Acts.” Almighty Kay Gee has also performed with the Cold Crush Brothers at the grand opening of the “Experience Music Project” in Seattle. The Cold Crush Brothers are also on exhibit within the museum as one of the groups that contributed significantly to Hip Hop history. They also brought down the house, along with LL Cool J during the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the museum’s “Hip-Hop Nation: Roots, Rhymes and Rage” exhibit when it opened at the Brooklyn Museum of art. |
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Tags: Break Dancing, colaborator, composer, DJ, Emcee, hip-hop, music, Save the Planet
Audrey Madison Turner
Mar 12, 2010 Today's Stars
Audrey Turner – Blues R&B Songstress
San Francisco-born Audrey Madison Turner attributes her musical inclination to her parents. Art and Georgia Madison surrounded their children with instruments and a wide range of music throughout their childhood. The captivating singer/songwriter, producer and actress began participating in beauty contests and talent shows at an early age, eventually debuting an original song for her graduating class at their commencement ceremony. Following high school Audrey’s trek to become a psychologist fell second to her dreams of becoming a star.
It wasn’t long before Audrey founded “Madison Avenue,” which benefitted from contributions from musical genius Stevie Wonder, who wrote songs for the family-based group such as “Buttercup” and “Much In Love.” Audrey appeared in various talent search competitions and on numerous talk shows, particularly Playboy Carol Vatalie’s Talk show and the “Big Break Talent Search,” hosted by Natalie Cole. Additionally, she became the assistant choreographer to Lon Fontaine of Motown, creating routines for major superstars such as Aretha Franklin, the Temptations, and the Pointer Sisters. It wasn’t long before Madison-Turner graced the stage with Chuck Berry, Little Richard, BB King and Little Milton, Chaka Khan, and Sting. She was personally requested by the Royal Family of Brunei for two special performances.
As she began catching the sights of the industry and public alike, “The King of Rock & Roll” – Ike Turner – took an unabashed liking to Audrey. After meeting Ike Turner through a mutual friend, Madison-Turner didn’t think twice about sharing the stage and going on tour with the man himself. Their professional relationship eventually segued into a romantic one, leading to a wedding years later. Ike and Audrey recorded multiple tracks together on his Live Montreaux Jazz Festival CD and Ike Turner’s Final CD before his historic passing in December 2007. She is currently writing a book about the last years of their life together.
Audrey Madison-Turner will soon release her first solo album, appropriately titled Picking Up The Pieces. Empowered by her sexuality, the R&B sex-symbol’s vocals have a haunting passion and her looks are reminiscent of a young Tina Turner. With subtle, yet dominant sultriness of Chaka Kahn and the mystifying huskiness and tone of Macy Gray, Audrey is a fusion of today’s best female vocalists with a personal twist. Audrey Madison-Turner’s dignified style never fails to delight the millions of classic R&B, Blues/POP fans looking for a modern-day diva with a classic feel.
Arvell Bates – ALB Productions
Mar 12, 2010 Today's Stars
Arvell Bates — paving his own road to success
President and Producer, ALB Productions
Arvell Bates was dissatisfied with the way the music industry was treating his local production company…
But instead of giving up, he decided to go another route by making a name for himself internationally… Bates, CEO of ALB Productions, is now receiving phone calls on an hourly basis from countries like the Philippines, India, Australia and Belgium requesting the music of his artists…
“You think about the hoopla of the way [the music industry] wants you to do
things,” he says… But Bates didn’t want to sit around and wait for a mega-label to come along and acknowledge the talent that he knew he was developing… So he re-invented the wheel… “They want you to get out there, make your own name, get some buzz behind your name and get some sales… If you [are] doing all that, my question is what do they bring to the table other than just a name?” he challenges…
During the days when Chicago’s man music was house music, Bates was producing house beats with his own signature style… “I used to make tracks for people’s cars so they could get looked at and noticed because they were beating something different from everyone else,” he recalls…
Going against the grain may have secured Bates international acclaim, but making good music is what’s going to keep him at the forefront of the music industry… “We strive to be the best that we can be and we are doing that by making good, quality music,” he affirms…
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Join us as we listen to some of that music and chat with Mr Bates and form your own opinion.
Tags: arranger, composer, hip-hop, independent record label, preformer, singer, Talent, writer, youth
Katrina Gurl – Author
Mar 12, 2010 Stars with a Pen
Katrina Gurl – Author
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Katrina’s biggest dream is to create a sensual and guilt free haven for couples to enjoy the art of sensually written literature. Katrina feels that intimacy is created spiritually by God between a woman and a man through holy matrimony while respecting and honoring each others bodies.”
The Balcony View – Introduction Of The Lovers
Meet the Lovers
Noreen and Trent: Two business workaholics that happen to meet during a much needed hiatus. Noreen dreams an unexpected romance after brushing off the man, (Trent) that she may come to love for a lifetime.
Sholondrah and Langston: Two high powered attorney’s, co-workers, friends are having a new office battle that may lead them to catching a case of their own…for each other. Who will win this round of passion?
Skylar and Brandon: Skylar has a fantasy to fulfill and intimacy is key. The two hit the road in search of the perfect antique chair to fulfill a rather sensual position.
Frenchie and Tyler: Frenchie Langston, wife of high powered attorney, Terrell Langston, world renowned life coach and marriage counselor is having trouble in her own marriage. Frenchie is having no answers as to how to fix her marital status anytime soon. Her text book training seems to work for everyone else while her own marriage is in shambles. Will Tyler make his move in her duress? Will he admit his committed love for her?
Finding out what is in store for these lovers will leave you wanting more.
Visit the web: The Balcony View
Tags: author, composer, education, happy, love, poetry, romance, songs, writer
Losiel
Mar 11, 2010 Today's Stars
We had a conversation with Losiel, a Song Writer, Arranger, and Singer. I was introduced to him by a mutual acquaintance. Once I’d spoken with him for 5 minutes, I knew he had the juice. He is a young man who has big dreams for himself and as such for his family as well. He has a story to tell and it’s only half done. He stands on a firm foundation and a God given talent.
Tags: arranger, composer, funk, happy, RnB, singer, singing, smooth, Uplifting, Vocalist
Sir Charles Cary
Mar 11, 2010 Today's Stars
Sir Charles Cary, Motivational and Inspirational Speaker, Spoken Word Artist and Singer.
Sir Charles brought us up to date on what his doing and his plans for 2010 and beyond. He also shared some lovely Music, both Hip-Hop and Jazz. Including a favorite of mine “What A Wonderful World” You check out all the great music he has to offer right here. I love the way this Brother thinks and that he wants to make things better for our youth. Giving them some guidance, hope, pride and respect. We need more Brothers like him, smart, talented, honest and humble.
Then we talked with Losiel, a Song Writer, Arranger, and Singer. I was introduced to him by a mutual acquaintance. Once I’d spoken with him for 5 minutes, I knew he had the juice. He is a young man who has big dreams for himself and as such for his family as well. He has a story to tell and it’s only half done. He stands on a firm foundation and a God given talent.
Tags: arranger, composer, encouragement, giving back, hip-hop, Jazz, motivation, Spoken Word, Vocalist
Peggie Perkins
Mar 7, 2010 Today's Stars
Peggie Perkins joined us on “Conversations” on March 6 and she was an awesome guest. She shared antidotes and some of her future desires and we got to listen to all of her first CD “At Last”. on” Conversations” Peggie preforms in various venues around southern California and of course her music is featured on WDGP.
Her CD can be purchased HERE
Tags: independent record label, Jazz, music, smooth, vintage, Vocalist
