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Outdoor Adventures for Your Next Vacation

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There’s nothing like quality vacation time to help you recharge and enjoy the important things in life. While it’s the perfect chance to disconnect and catch up on your rest, it’s also a great opportunity to add some adventure to your life. The truth is, most people long for exciting and meaningful experiences, but it can be difficult to find them in the day to day. If you’re preparing for an upcoming trip, take advantage of the journey and try something new and exhilarating. Whether it’s a family getaway or adults only, there are plenty of outdoor adventures you can choose from to broaden your horizons.

White Water Rafting

If you’re looking for an exciting activity that’s great for exploring nature while working as a team, white water rafting can be a great choice. It works well for groups of practically every size, whether you’re going alone or want to bring several friends or family members along for the ride. While most people assume you need to be a good swimmer to stay safe with this kind of activity, there are actually several levels of intensity to choose from. As long as you work with a company of highly trained professionals who provide quality safety gear, being a strong swimmer isn’t necessary to enjoy the adventure. However, many locations offer more relaxed options for those who are looking to float over gentler waters so they can take in the sights.

Ziplining

If you’re looking for an adrenaline rush with a bird’s eye view, Denver ziplining is a unique and exciting experience for adventure lovers. A series of cables are suspended, usually over scenic locations, from forests and rivers to mountains and cliffs. Participants travel along the cable through the air from one base to the next while experiencing the beauty of the outdoors from an entirely new perspective. Some locations even offer nighttime packages so you can explore under the stars. Most trips usually last between two and three hours and some courses are open to children as young as four or five. However, the age requirements and duration will vary based on location and company, so be sure to check ahead before you book a package.

Camping and Hiking

For a more accessible approach to trying something new, camping and hiking are great options for the entire family and virtually every age. To keep things exciting, find parks and campgrounds with unique options, like treehouse cabins, beach grounds or even dark-sky zones for the best view of the stars. While you can plan your own hiking trip, consider hiring a guide to take you off the beaten path for a one-of-a-kind experience. Whether you choose a location with historic significance or scenic waterfalls, a professional can help you get the best views while pointing out unique flora and fauna along the way. If you do desire to plan your own itinerary, be sure you research the local guidelines and make the necessary safety precautions, especially when traveling alone or in small groups.

Water Sports

Whether you’re traveling to the coast or visiting a lakefront destination, water sports are a great way to add some extra fun to your vacation. From kayaking and paddleboarding to jet skis and sailboats, playing on the water is a rare treat for most people, so take advantage of it if you’re vacationing nearby. If you want to relax, enjoy a casual lunch and take a swim, renting a pontoon boat is a great option. However, if you’re looking for an extra adrenaline rush, give parasailing a try.

As you plan your next vacation, why not add an outdoor adventure to your itinerary? There’s something for every age, interest and group size out there, so give something new a try. You can enjoy a unique experience while creating life-long memories.

BENEE – LOWNELY

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New Zealand’s indie pop sensation BENEE unveils “Lownely,” a brand new rendition of her breakthrough international smash “Supalonely” feat. Gus Dapperton—listen HERE!

BENEE strips down “Supalonely” to raw elements of ethereal guitar, delicate production and lush strings. Her vocals and lyrics echo with emotion over the dreamy and soulful soundscape. Recorded with producer Josh Fountain at Golden Age Studio the night that New Zealand went into COVID-19 lockdown, “Lownely” was made in the last few hours before the midnight curfew.

Of the song, BENEE says, “I decided that I wanted to show a different side to the song seeing as when I wrote it, I was actually at a pretty low point. I wanted to fully commit to making a really sad song (.: My guitar player Tiare came up with the guitar parts, which I loved! I wanted to create a slow, sad indie vibe, and she did a really awesome job of this! We ended up getting it mixed by Dilip Harris in the UK, who does a lot of work for King Krule (who I love). I thought he would really complement the style of the song.”

“Supalonely” eclipsed 400 million total streams and counting, as well 1.8 million-plus in global consumption. BENEE also recently emerged as “The 94th Most Listened to Artist in the World” on Spotify, and “Supalonely” peaked in the Top 10 of the platform’s Global Top 50 Chart.

Within a short time, BENEE has gone from canvasing Soundcloud with covers out of her teenage bedroom to rising on the charts with “Supalonely” feat. Gus Dapperton and amassing over 650 million streams of her catalog around the globe. Last month, “Supalonely” vaulted to #10 on the Spotify Global Top 50 Chart, #18 on the US Top 50 Chart and #58 on the Billboard Hot 100. Over the airwaves and online, the song has entered the Top 20 on the US Top 40 Radio Chart at #18 and has been used in 11 million plus TikTok videos, while earning 150 million-plus video views and counting. Other chart moves include #2 on the Pop Streaming Chart, #6 on Nielsen’s On-Demand Streaming Chart and #43 on the Top 200 Song Consumption Chart. In addition, the song has been certified Platinum in Australia and Gold in New Zealand, Canada and Norway, reached #1 on the New Zealand Top 50 and #6 on the Australian Top 50 Spotify Chart, Top 15 on the UK Airplay Chart and UK Singles Chart.

Critics have been raving about “Supalonely” with Pitchfork calling it “sun-dappled and funky,” Los Angeles Times hailing it “deeply infectious” and People Magazine praising it with “kids are loving ‘Supalonely’ but the legends are too” – referring to BENEE’s recent appearance on Elton John’s Rocket Hour Radio Show on Apple Music where he called the track a “global smash.”

This unprecedented run follows a massive 2019, which she capped off by taking home trophies for “Single Of The Year” [“Soaked”], “Best Solo Artist,” “Best Pop Artist” and “Breakthrough Artist Of The Year” at the New Zealand Music Awards in November. Adding to these accolades, “Soaked” and “Glitter” have also been certified Double Platinum in New Zealand and Australia and “Evil Spider” and “Find an Island” have been certified Gold in New Zealand and Australia. Her two EP’s, STELLA & STEVE and FIRE ON MARZZ, have also been certified Gold in New Zealand.

ABOUT BENEE
From her hometown in Auckland, New Zealand, breakthrough popstar Stella Bennett, aka BENEE, remains unphased, unchanged and almost impervious to the cataclysmic success coming her way since releasing her debut EP, FIRE ON MARZZ, last summer. Already her tale is one of eye-watering statistics and achievements: close to ten million TikTok videos made to her latest single “Supalonely” featuring Gus Dapperton, hundreds of millions of streaming numbers, the most added song on U.S. Top 40 radio and a collection of platinum records in her home country. Her story is international and expanding on the hour, across modern and traditional platforms. Her audience seems endless. BENEE, however, remains easygoing, centered and—most importantly—herself. It’s not yet six months since the release of her second EP of 2019, STELLA & STEVE, garnered knockout reviews. Breakthrough track “Supalonely” is a slice of upbeat and original pop—like its creator, a little exotic and cheerfully weird. The song hits like a ray of sunshine, jammed to the hilt with personality and punctuated by BENEE’s verbal tics. BENEE’s music runs the gamut of everything pop can be in 2020 and is filled with her quirks in the experimental indie sounds and the cartoon-ish sprawl of her lyrical imagery. Her fans have a naturally intimate connection with her deceptively easy-going pop and that thing she still loves to call her “BENEE-VISION.”

The Ritz & Co. – Rolling The Dice in Style Around the World

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Casinos are well known for being places to gamble, enjoy food and drink, or watch a show. However, many people don’t realise the beauty of these casinos and resorts, particularly the larger ones. So if you’re eager to discover some beautiful architecture and visit some truly glamorous places, take a look at below:

The Venetian, Macao

While most people praise Las Vegas’ Venetian Casino for its canals and Venetian landmarks, most people overlook Macao’s Venetian Casino which, right now, is regarded as the biggest casino in the entire world. The resort consists of a hotel with 3,000 rooms and suites, a large casino site featuring dozens of games, and so much more.

The resort itself is double the size of its Vegas sister and includes its own Venetian-inspired decor including 500-foot canals and authentic gondolas. You’ll find stunning statues, gorgeous murals on walls and ceilings, and a buzzing environment.

Casino de Monte-Carlo, Monaco

The Casino de Monte-Carlo, widely known as the Monte Carlo Casino, is one of the most famous casino resorts in the world. Located in Monaco, the site is closely associated with fictional spy James Bond and was featured in several Bond films including Never Say Never Again and GoldenEye.

The site, which the citizens of Monaco are prohibited from entering, is praised for its jaw-dropping gardens, turrets and towers, glass ceilings, murals, and general glamour. It is also home to various table games for roulette, blackjack, craps, and more, as well as video poker and slot machines.

Fun fact: Many online casinos, such as the Grand Ivy, have taken the Casino de Monte-Carlo as a blueprint for the development of their online experience. If you want to know more, this website has all the information when it comes to online casinos including details about bonuses, payments, and customer support.

The Ritz Club, London

The Ritz Club is a glamorous casino venue located near Piccadilly in London. The resort has been visited by dozens of famous celebrities and there’s a reason for it; the Ritz Club is beautiful. The venue, which is completely formal, features plush carpet, beautiful paintings and artwork, hand-made casino tables, intricate chandeliers, and so much more.

If that isn’t enough, you’ll be able to enjoy various casino games for roulette, blackjack, baccarat, as well as slot machines and more. You can also enjoy various bars and an excellent restaurant offering you all the food you need.

Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

The Marina Bay Sands is a resort that can be found in Singapore. Built in 2010, the resort is home to hundreds of casino tables and slot machines. It also has an indoor skating rink, a swimming pool, a museum, and three 55-story hotel towers offering more than 2,000 hotel rooms in total.

The resort’s iconic three towers were reportedly inspired by decks of cards. Inside, you’ll find large glass windows, fountains, and canals, lots of fresh plant life, and so much more, all of which adds to the glamour of the casino and resort.

Sun City, South Africa

Sun City is a casino resort found deep in the forest of South Africa. Located near Johannesburg, the resort is home to four hotels, two golf courses, an artificial beach and a huge casino site. Some of the games available for you to enjoy include blackjack, roulette, craps, baccarat, and slot machines.

The resort itself consists of various towers and also features some gorgeous gardens for plant and nature lovers. Inside, the resort is home to high ceilings, fountains, intricate pillars, and tiled flooring. You won’t believe your eyes when you see this casino resort!

BUDWEISER – WHASSUP

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Budweiser unveiled a contemporary and timely version of its iconic “whassup” commercial as a reminder for America to prioritize check-ins with loved ones as the country endures unprecedented social isolation to combat COVID-19. The new spot is part of a broader PSA that features weekday programming across Budweiser’s digital platforms to encourage check-ins with family and friends.

The original “whassup” ad rose to pop culture prominence in 1999, creating a widely-used catchphrase that manifested itself in different corners of culture and achieved industry-wide acclaim. Now, Budweiser was compelled to bring back the commercial for today’s times as the country comes to grips with uncertain periods of isolation. Bud has collaborated with Dwyane Wade and a collection of athletes, musicians and celebrities from his close network to bring back the commercial as a PSA for connecting with each other in order to stave off isolation and loneliness.

“Thanks to modern technology, we’re able to remain virtually connected in ways that otherwise we would not have been able to within the current distance-mandated climate,” said Monica Rustgi, Vice President of Marketing for Budweiser. “In times like these, something as simple as a hello, or in this case ‘whassup,’ means a lot. Following the unbelievable success of the original ad campaign, we found this to be a meaningful opportunity to revisit the original spot’s simplicity and focus on human connection in a time when people may be feeling hopeless, uncertain, and alone. Our hope is that by getting people to check in, we can play a small part in bringing the world closer together during these trying times.”

The campaign’s second episode features Gabrielle Union, joined by Wade, and fellow actors Issa Rae, Yvonne Orji, Emmy Raver-Lampman and Broadway star Daveed Diggs. Watch the new spot here.

The campaign’s first episode launched last week, featuring Wade and Union checking in with Chris Bosh, Candace Parker, and DJ D-Nice.

“My wife and I wanted to partner with Budweiser because we believe the message is crucial,” said Wade. “We both remembered the original ‘whassup’ ads and love the idea of bringing them back as a genuine PSA to connect with each other. We encourage everyone to take a moment out from their day to check-in with their friends and loved ones during this difficult time.”

Budweiser has partnered with The Salvation Army as part of the PSA campaign. In response to rising levels of anxiety, uncertainty, and fear resulting from the pandemic, The Salvation Army launched a nationwide hotline in April.

“During times of crisis, feelings of isolation and fear can be overwhelming, and we want people to know there’s someone here to listen,” said David Hudson, National Commander of The Salvation Army. “The unknown is the hardest part, but thanks to Budweiser, more people will know that they’re not alone. We’re going to get through this—together.”

As part of the campaign, Budweiser will make a donation to The Salvation Army for essential support of those in need due to COVID-19.

Everyday at 6:00 PM EST, Budweiser will be offering its community the chance to say “whassup” through a host of interactive activations on its social platforms. This is headlined by “whassup” live chats every Thursday via Instagram Live on @BudweiserUSA where different celebrities will check in while having a Bud and answering questions submitted by fans. The program will kick off with Dwyane Wade tomorrow, April 30, at 6:00 PM EST. A full list of activities can be found in the notes section.

The Salvation Army has trained staff available for English and Spanish speakers every day from 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM EST at 1-844-458-HOPE (4673). Callers are encouraged to leave a message if they call after hours.

For more information, visit Budweiser on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.

EMILE GHANTOUS

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Meet The Producer Who Is Changing The Future Of The Industry Amidst COVID-19

Grammy-Nominated and NAACP Award-Winning Producer Emile Ghantous is no stranger to making hits. As the mastermind behind award-winning tracks by names ranging from Chris Brown to Snoop Dogg, Prince Royce to Pitbull, and legends such as Charlie Wilson – Ghantous does not shy away from a challenge. And so when he was tasked with producing a 15-person global hit virtually, he rose to the occasion. And the results may be changing the industry as a whole.

Emile Ghantous recently teamed with internet ultra-sensation, Now United, to produce their most recent hit, “By My Side”, which resulted in a total knockout, garnering an impressive 330K streams and 3.7M video views in under one week. Although these numbers are remarkable, it’s the way in which “By My Side” was created that is catching the attention of industry professionals, sparking conversations and molding expectations of just where the industry is headed in years to come.

Amidst the Stay At Home restrictions due to COVID-19, the “By My Side” producer found a way to create this track, consisting of the vocals of 15 individual members, all from different parts of the world, via separate iPhone voicenotes sent to him via text. Ghantous then took the low-res recordings and worked tirelessly on engineering them to sound like a high-budget, in-studio, collaborative piece.

“I took the recordings and moved everything around manually until they lined up in Logic, and started equalizing and creating vocal chains for each singer according to the room they recorded in. Some lines were even split into 5 tracks to get all the tones to match,” explains Ghantous.

And hundreds of thousands of streams later, the song has proven to be a major hit, and the industry is taking notes on the new production style. With COVID-19 showing no signs of letting up on Stay At Home restrictions, this production style has started a trend. With “By My Side” proving to be such a major success, Ghantous is now working on a number of other songs for Now United and other artists.

It’s an understatement to say the world is facing some difficult times right now. In the music industry, artists are feeling the effects no matter what capacity they part-take in it. The traditional processes of music-making are being challenged, and activities such as record-producing, which, from the beginning of time, have depended heavily on studio sessions with hundred-thousand-dollar technology, are threatening artist’s livelihoods and futures. But as they say, “when the going gets tough, the tough get going”. And Ghantous proved once again, he is as tough as a veteran Hollywood producer comes.

“I didn’t want to let physical boundaries stop us from creating something we love. In this industry, you have to adapt to survive. We took what we were given and made something great of it. It was tricky but we made it work,” says Ghantous. “You have to find a way to get things done. I believe there should never be an excuse for why you can’t get things done, and if you are waiting for someone else to do them for you, then you will most likely be waiting for a long time. You should NEVER have any excuses. Technology should be your best friend, and if you want to take this business seriously, you need to put in the work.”

Rather than letting this put a halt on the hits, he once again proves why he has risen to success time and time again in an ever-changing industry; by adapting to the circumstances, using some creativity, and lots of hard work. Thanks to this work ethic, artists will continue to work, listeners will continue to hear the songs they love, and hopefully people will remain hopeful for better times to come.

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Cimo Fränkel – New Album

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Multi-platinum recording artist Cimo Fränkel just released his highly-anticipated self-titled album through Universal Music. Link to the album HERE.

“This album is special to me because it wasn’t written and produced in one place. I traveled the world during that time which makes it feel like an adventure. I had to open the album with a song I wrote and recorded with my father because he is one of the main reasons I am in music in the first place.” — Cimo Frankel

The visualizer for the track “Happier Before”, off his self-titled album, debuted today, Friday May 1. You can view the video HERE.

“Happier Before”, which was written purely out of emotion to express when a relationship is somewhere between “are we” or “are we not”. Cimo finds himself comparing the present with the past while coming to terms with his past relationship. Cimo lays all his cards on the table with this album, bringing fans the most raw and vulnerable piece of work to date, and proves his promising trajectory remains unmatched throughout the highs, the lows, and in between.

About: Cimo Fränkel is a multi-platinum songwriter, producer, and singer who has contributed to songs that have amassed close to one billion streams worldwide. Last year, Cimo released his first solo project, an EP titled “Stay the Night”, which was written, produced, and performed himself, along with visual concepts – The self-titled album features 14 tracks, and emcompasses Cimo’s journey through heartbreak, loss, and happier times.

Cimo’s songwriting and production credits include the global hit “Sex,” (which gathered over 500 million streams, went Gold in the USA, double Platinum in the UK, quadruple Platinum in the Netherlands, earned 7 more Platinum awards in other countries, and won a National Buma Award). The hit was performed by Cheat Codes & Kris Kross Amsterdam. Also in his credits are Yellow Claw’s iconic smash “Shotgun”, Hardwell & Snoop Dogg’s “How You Love Me” collaboration, OMI’s “As Long As I’m With You”, and Lucas & Steve’s airplay smash “Where Have You Gone”. He has also been featured on records with internationally acclaimed electronic artists including Armin van Buuren, Daddy’s Groove, EDX and TW3LVE, and has contributed to songs released on popular labels including Ultra Music, Spinnin Records, Armada Records, Universal Music, and more.

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Chris Stokes – Howard High

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CHRIS STOKES’ FOOTAGE FILMS

TO PREMIERE SERIES “HOWARD HIGH”

ON THE NEW STREAMING SERVICE

URBANFLIX TV

Brian White, Marques Houston, And Chrissy Stokes Lead The Cast

Producer Chris Stokes’ (You Got Served) will be premiering his new forty-minute, musical drama series, “Howard High” on the new streaming service, UrbanFlix TV (Urbanflix TV) on Friday, May 1st. The show follows ‘Frank King,’ played by Brian White, (“Ray Donovan”/ ”Scandal”) a former honor roll student of the high school who is asked to come back and take a principal position at the school, not knowing that the school is on the verge of closing down because it has become the lowest-ranked school in the state. Frank also doesn’t realize that the only reason ‘Superintendent Thomas,’ played by Dorien Wilson, (“The Parkers”) offered him the position was so he could position him to take the fall and blame him for the school’s decline. To Frank’s surprise, there is major talent right under his nose within the performing arts music program. After firing the music teacher, and with the help of his friend and new music teacher ‘Michael Kirsh,’ played by singer Marques Houston, (You Got Served), Frank and his team just may be able to save the school! The show is also introducing newcomer, Chrissy Stokes, in the lead role of ‘Nicki Ross,’ a beautiful moody teenager who’s just moved to Los Angeles from Arizona, where she got into some trouble. She’s a bit shy, and in no rush to reveal the incredible singing talent that she has. To round out the cast, Stokes’ has assembled some of the hottest singers and dancers in Hollywood which include, Jarell “J-Boog” Houston, V Bozeman, Anthony Lewis, Hannah Malone, Lindsay Davis, Earanequa Carter, Dustin Michael, Mila J, Ross Fleming, Ray Ray and Deonte Jackson. The show is written and directed by Chris Stokes who also serves as executive producer alongside Louis Arriola and Bart Malone. Brian White, Marques Houston, Jerome Jones, Shondrella Avery and J Owen serve as producers.

Howard High Trailer is HERE.

Stated Stokes. “I’ve always had an affinity for musically driven projects.” “I consider this the television series/musical version of You Got Served. In my era, there was a popular show called “Fame” that was loosely based on The Juilliard School in New York City. Being a big fan of that show and coming from the music/dance background that I come from, I felt that this generation needed their “Fame” …. Obviously with a bit of a twist. In that, I created “Howard High” and made it a point to not only highlight the talent that comes from Urban neighborhoods, but also the challenges that the people and the infrastructure of these areas face. I think that “Howard High” will shed light on these challenges while giving viewers an entertaining, wholesome and fun-loving experience while watching.”

About Chris Stokes:

Entrepreneur, director, writer, producer, Christopher B. Stokes made a name for himself in the music industry with the discovery of such stars as Brandy, Immature, B2K, Jhene Aiko, Sevyn Streeter, Mila J, Kevin McHale (Glee), Omarion & Marques Houston. A Los Angeles native, Stokes has been immersed in the music business since the age of seventeen. Known for his ingenuity behind chart-topping success stories such as multi-platinum selling groups “B2K” and “Immature” and solo artists “Omarion” (former lead singer of “B2K”) and Marques “MH” Houston (former lead singer of “Immature”/”IMX”). In 2003, Stokes made his feature writing/directing debut with the super successful You Got Served. That film surprised Hollywood, opening at #1 and continued to dominate even in its second weekend. You Got Served went on to gross more than $150 million worldwide in box office and DVD combined. Other film credits include Somebody Help Me (2007), Somebody Help Me 2 (2010), Battlefield America (2012), In 2015 Stokes set his eyes on entering into the world of television and launched his film and television production company, Footage Films. His TV credits include “We Belong Together” (2018), “Running Out of Time” (2018), “Fall Girls” (2019), Sacrifice (2019), “Howard High” (2020).

About Footage Films (Footage Films):

Footage Films Was Founded In 2015 With the Intention To Pursue Stories Objectively, Executing The Highest Possible Standards Artistically, Creatively And Technically; To Entertain Viewers; And Tell Diverse Stories. Its Mission Is To Deliver High Quality, Multi-Cultural, Fiction/Non-Fiction Programming And Production For Digital Audio/Visual Media, Theatrical And Broadcast Television Through All Platforms.

About Brian White:

Daytime Emmy-nominated actor, producer, and writer Brian White was recently named president of the ON! Channel a premier streaming subscription service. White has been in the television and film industry for more than 20 years. The ON! Channel was founded in 2017 and is the fast-growing, ad-supported subscription streaming service featuring more than 400 hours of original content from award-winning content creators from all over the world including feature films, short films, series and documentaries, including audiobooks, podcasts, and talk shows. White’s role at ON! will be helping to grow the subscriber base, expanding the current ON! catalog and creating new partnerships and affiliate relationships. As an actor, he has been featured in a variety of well-known TV shows including “Ambitions”, “Moesha”, “Mistresses”, “Scandal”, “Ray Donovan”, and the series “Beauty and the Beast.” Some of his film roles include Stomp the Yard, Fighting and Good Deeds to name a few. Currently, he is producing and starring in the multi-Emmy Award-nominated “Bronx SIU”, Season 3. A Boston Native, White is a former NFL player, stockbroker and a graduate of Dartmouth College.

About Marques Houston:

Marques Houston was born on August 4, 1981 in Los Angeles, CA. He is an actor best known for You Got Served (2004) and the TV series “Sister, Sister” (1994). Houston began his journey into the behind the scenes world of film-making in 2010 partnering with longtime music manager Chris Stokes, who directed most of the films he wrote and produced. Marques is currently the CEO of the film production company Footage Films. Houston also serves as an Executive Producer and Writer in the Footage Films. Following in the paths of filmmakers John Waters’, John Singleton’s and Spike Lee’s casting tradition, Houston and Stokes often cast some of their actors more than once in different films portraying different roles. His first full writing and executive producer credit was the 2015 film Will To Love, starring Keisha Knight Pulliam, Draya Michele, and himself respectively. He has gone on to produce the TV movie thriller “Running Out of Time,” starring Tasha Smith, RonReaco Lee, Telma Hopkins that aired in December 2018 on BET. Since the start of this new career, he has written and produced over 10 films so far, including one he has co-written with Stokes that was released to theaters in 2017, titled, Til Death Do Us Part starring Taye Diggs, Stephen Bishop, Annie Ilonzeh and Malik Yoba. His most recent projects where he showcased his talents in front of and behind the camera were “Sacrifice” which is currently streaming on BET+ and “Howard High” which premieres May 1, 2020 on Urbanflix TV.

About Chrissy Stokes:

Chrissy Stokes was born on July 4, 1997 in Los Angeles, CA. She is an actress who got her start as Nicole in the 2012 TNT Drama Southland. She also appeared on screen with Marques Houston in Somebody Help Me 2 as ‘Tee Tee.’ She plays ‘Nicki Ross’ in the upcoming 2020 Urbanflix TV series “Howard High”.

Headshots of the leads and producer Chris Stokes:

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Dorien Wilson:

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Media Contact For Footage Films:

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Fabian J. Amezquita

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Edited by Abigail Baldwin

Photos by Dante Jackson

Fabian J. Amezquita, better know as Fabio Jay, was born in Peru in 1994. He came to the US at the age of 6 and is fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. In 2015, Fabio’s life was changed forever when he was in a horrible car accident which left him clinically dead for three hours. Now, Fabio lives with a condition called degenerate disc disease and 6 herniated discs.

In addition to being a successful model, he’s a teacher and football coach. This past February Fabio was featured in two NYFW shows. In 2019, he was the cover model for the May issue of ThatSplashMag.

Fabio’s greatest strength is his ability to motivate people through his life journey. He constantly encourages people through his testimony and ability to never be held back by his injuries.

Daniel Capellaro

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Edited by Abigail Baldwin

Behind “Dvniel” is the singer, songwriter and producer Daniel Capellaro. His music is an amalgamation of genres including Pop, R&B, Folk and Country. Born in New Jersey, Daniel and his family moved every few years across the United States to places like New York, Tennessee, Virginia, and Philadelphia. Daniel’s musical accomplishments include writing for and working with artists and bands such as Tonic, Lifehouse, Maxwell, P!nk, Pitbull, Chris Brown, and Boyz II Men. Daniel also works internationally, collaborating with Producers such as Emile Ghantous (Charlie Wilson Boyz II Men, Now United), Philip Arron (P!nk, Mary J. Blige) Steve Horner (2019 Academy Award Nominee “One Small Step”), The Chapters, Max Billion (Violet Skies, Mahalo, Jovani) and JBlu (Mrkts).He’s written for Pitbull “Hope We Meet Again” off Pitbull’s platinum album Global Warming featuring Chris Brown, and Boyz II Men “As Long As I’m With You” off their album “Collide.” His musical collaborations also include work for/with hit maker Nasri Atweh (Magic!) Daniel is also the creator, songwriter and frontman for the pop crossover band “Chasing Trains” Daniel is also the paternal nephew of Lee Ving, infamous lead singer and creator of the punk rock band FEAR.

“Lie to Me” was the first single off Daniel’s debut solo project released the Summer of 2019, and is a collaboration with Swedish producer Max Billion. Daniel has amassed over half a million streams, all organically and self-marketed and promoted. Daniel has been collaborating with DJ’s internationally, with his recent release with Lithuanian DJ Jovani, “Half Life” and his cover of John Denver’s “Leaving on a Jet Plane” and also his upcoming releases with Mike Perry and TobTok. Daniel is a songwriter and performer working under the moniker, “Dvniel” and has a series of singles being released this year.

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HILARY ROBERTS – JUST LET GO

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RECORDING ARTIST AND PHILANTHROPIST HILARY ROBERTS RELEASES “JUST LET GO”, PROCEEDS TO GO TOWARDS HELPING THOSE AFFECTED BY COVID-19 PANDEMIC

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Dallas Native, Philanthropist, and Billboard #1 Charting Recording Artist Hilary Roberts releases “Just Let Go”, accompanied by a music video, off of her forthcoming album. The “feel good” track is the anthem we all need right now, encouraging listeners to stay positive, not give up, and to remember that there is an end in sight. Fifty percent of the proceeds earned from “Just Let Go” will go towards The Red Songbird Foundation’s efforts to help those affected by COVID-19.

“’Just Let Go’ means so much to me not only because it will forever remind me of the lessons I’ve learned about letting go, but also because it’s giving us a chance to spread hope and positivity during this trying time and give back to those affected by the invisible enemy.” – Hilary Roberts

Earlier this year, Hilary released the single “Good Man”, which is currently at #16 on the Billboard Dance Club Chart! She is currently working on finishing her debut LP, which is set to release this summer. Her past chart-toppers released this year include “There For You,”(charted #10 on Billboard Dance Club Chart in the US), “Back To Life” (charted #1 on Billboard’s Dance Club Chart in the US) and “Fight to the Other Side“, also known as the song that saved the life of her friend, mentor, and survivor of Muscular Dystrophy, Annie Blake. Her most recent single, “Christmas With You” – was released just in time for the holidays, and garnered over half a million views in less than a month.

MORE ABOUT HILARY

Hilary “The Songbird” Roberts has a story of unimaginable troubles, traumatic circumstances, survival, and redemption. When her life was upside- down and disease-ridden, Hilary turned to music to survive. With the support of some close friends, she was connected to help, and eventually given the tools to explore a music career, which ultimately saved her life. Hilary now dedicates her life to paying this deed forward; trying to help those in need, spread her message, help save lives, and ultimately make a positive impact on society through her music, her philanthropy (The Red Songbird), her docuseries (“Red Songbird Speaks”) and her podcast (“Let The Journey Begin”).

MORE ABOUT THE RED SONGBIRD FOUNDATION

The Red Songbird Foundation, started in 2009 by Hilary Roberts, aims to help survivors of trauma caused by sexual, physical, and verbal abuse, by providing counselling, assisting members to enter treatment, and by integrating members into support groups that specifically address their primary issues. Already having saved dozens of lives, it is their mission to continue their work and raise awareness in efforts to save more lives. It’s Hilary’s greatest wish to know that people have already been healed and continue to receive treatment in their journey to recovery, and that there are a lot more who will get the help they need as the awareness of the foundation grows. For more information please visit Redsongbird.org.

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