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YONATAN CHAITCHIK

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By Nigeria Anderson

Redefining Jewish Cuisine

Chef Yonatan Chaitchik is disrupting the food industry with his New York Monday pop-up Jewish cuisine.  Born in Israel, Chef Yonatan Chaitchik honed his craft in some of the top restaurants in Tel Aviv, starting for Chef Eyal Shani.  Studying at The Culinary Institute of America, working with Chef James Kent and Restaurateur Jeff Katz.  Yonatan found his niche as a chef in New York.  Collaborating with other up and coming chefs, Yonatan has opened the door for Chef’s to create dishes from their heart.  He is adding an option to the American menu of burgers & fries, pizza, Mexican, Chinese and Italian menu.  Using fresh vegetables and ingredients to stimulate one’s palate.  Chef Yonatan’s staple meal for Mondays pop-up includes delicious veggies, fish and hummus. 

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Randolph J. Cockrell, Jr.

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By Nigeria Anderson

Landing The Role

Randolph Cockrell Jr. is an American actor and comedian, born and raised in Baltimore. He received his acting bug after being invited to try out for a friend’s stage play.  His friend recognized his hidden talent before he realized he was able to capture an audience.  It was a game changer for him. Randolph began cementing his talent by going on auditions for various film and television projects.  While on his journey, Randolph befriended Josh Daugherty who has an extensive film and television background. Josh helped Randolph enhance his acting gift.  Randolph is passionate about his acting career.  Randolph Cockrell Jr. has secured significant supporting roles in a series of film and television projects.  He is quickly becoming an actor to pay attention to.  His prominence in acting has landed him recurring roles on TV One, Netflix and HBO. 

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Guy Betancourt

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By Nigeria Anderson

COMEDY FESTIVAL

Harlem-based comedian Guy Betancourt is a rising star in the world of stand-up comedy. He was mentored by an acclaimed comedy teacher, the Fabulous Fat Doctor, known for working with Martin Lawrence, Dave Chapelle and Tommy Davidson, to name a few.  Guy Betancourt is following his natural ability to make people laugh on various stages, state to state.  Betancourt is a graduate of New York’s American Comedy Institute, where he studied acting, improv, sketch comedy, comedy writing and stand-up.  Headlining some top comedy clubs, Guy’s performances leave audiences crying and laughing. Guy Betancourt is against humiliating the audience during his shows to get laughs.  He relies on his comedic skills to entertain.  You can see Guy Betancourt in person on April 30th at the Copacabana Nightclub located at 625 West 51st New York. Doors open at 5pm.

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Charles A. Kelly

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By Nigeria Anderson

A True Innovator of Music

Charles A. Kelly is a gold record (RIAA, BMI) artist, keyboardist, producer, author, worship leader and songwriter based in Los Angeles. His talents have placed him on sets with Neil Diamond, Elton John, Sister Sledge, The Pointer Sisters, Ndugu Chancler, and Nile Rogers to name a few.  Charles A. Kelly is a true key player in the Jazz world.  His ability to transcend music into a message you can feel is his greatest gift.  His album Endangered Species is being received well in the jazz community.  Kelly’s latest song to be released is titled I’m Good.  I’m Good has an encouraging message for all to enjoy.  The song combines his Jazz and Christian roots.  His song I’m Good will minister to your spirit, reminding you everything will be alright. 

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Lin M. Ross

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By Lucas

An Artist’s Duty

Nina Simone famously stated that an artist’s duty is to reflect the times in which we live. For those even slightly familiar with the artist’s legacy, that includes the roots from whence we came. Know your history to know your future. For all intrigued, and just in time for both Black History Month and Women’s History Month – Lin M. Ross’s Priestess in a Stained-Glass Cathedral offers poetic insight into the music, the activism, the loves, the life of the legendary Nina Simone.  Lin M. Ross is a New Yorker, transplanted to South Carolina. (Just a state-shy of Tyron, North Carolina where Nina Simone was born Eunice Kathleen Waymon.)

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Kelly Wright

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By Nigeria Anderson

New Album Free

Musical styles come and go, but there is always an inspirational song which sits in the harmony of our hearts.  It’s a melody within us which surfaces when we need it.  Kelly Wright is a singer-songwriter who wears many hats.  Recently he returned to his first love, music.  Wright’s new single, This Little Light, is a motivational song off his new album titled Free.  With the world in travail right now, affirmation of strength is what we need.  The war in Ukraine, the crisis in Haiti, the crisis in Ethiopia, racial divide and political division are at an all time high.  Wright’s song is not the answer to all the problems he sees going on, but it is a reminder to shine in the midst of dark times.  Kelly Wright strives to create a movement through his music that will encourage and bring out the champion in you.

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Joshua Rogers

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By Nigeria Anderson

Single Still Gon Trust

Joshua Rogers, a Greeleyville, South Carolina native has returned to the gospel charts again with his single Still Gon Trust.  Still Gon Trust is a personal testament of how Joshua endured during the height of the pandemic.  How appropriate is his song during this time of war between Russia and Ukraine.  Joshua Rogers understands how disruptions caused by life can place you in despair.  One day, everything is good and then life pulls the rug from under your feet.  Still Gon Trust is relevant for anyone who has faced or is facing life challenges.  Whether you are a believer or someone who is in need of hope for a better tomorrow.  We thank God for a joyful noise in the air.  Still Gon Trust is a friendly reminder, no matter what the circumstances are, as a believer we can place our trust in the word of God.  Taking our hands off and allowing our faith to activate in something greater than ourselves.

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Ariel Fitz Patrick

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By Nigeria Anderson

New Release Something Special

Ariel Fitz Patrick, singer, songwriter and actress, is a woman of faith who has impacted the Christian culture on social media.  From an early age, Ariel Fitz enjoyed singing, whether in church or doing covers. Based in Montreal Canada, influenced by her Christian upbringing, Ariel’s inspirational messages have become her signature.  Her new debut single titled Something Special is already creating a buzz on radio and social media.  Something Special is a contemporary gospel song written by Ariel Fitz Patrick.  The most significant aspect of Ariel’s style is her ability to allow God to use her unapologetically.  Something Special is a song of being grateful in spite of what is going on in the world.  Ariel Fitz Patrick has joined the company of Johnathan McReyonalds, Tasha Cobbs Leanord and Kierra Sheard Kelly. 

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Charles Clark

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By Nigeria Anderson

New Music By Charles Clark

Charles Clark is a respected minister of song from North Carolina. Spreading encouragement through songs like Champion, Forever Always and I Am combining scripture with song.  He is credited for reminding us of the goodness of the Lord. His new release You Are stays with Charles’ theme of putting God in His rightful place. He is a musical disciple.  His songs are guaranteed to usher you into the presence of God.  Charles Clark’s professional recording career began as a background vocalist for some of gospel’s greats.  He stepped out in 2013 to pursue his solo career and we are glad about it.  Each song exhorts the identity of Christ while ministering to the audience.  With a classic Kingdom sound of gospel, praise, and worship, Charles inevitably has an anointed sound that shifts the atmosphere, inspiring every listener to join in with a confident declaration that God is good.

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Beth

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By Nigeria Anderson

BETH Always Sings

Straight out of Detroit, MI, Beth Griffith-Manley known as Beth is a solo artist,  singer, songwriter, producer, actress, author and CEO of Anise Records. She has an extremely unique voice that has been enchanting audiences worldwide. Her gorgeous tone, and ballads are only a few reasons why so many people adore her. Hands down, she is easily one of the best singers in the music industry.  Beth’s voice many consider to be one of the finest.  Here are the receipts; toured with Anita Baker (background singer), Kem, Babyface, Peabo Bryson, Najee, Yolanda Adams and (coached) by Kelly Clarkson and John Legend on the Voice.  This is still an introduction to her musicianship which is like no other  There’s a reason why Beth is a greatly respected vocalist.  She can sing and work ethic is top-notch.  Beth is equally gifted with other first name recording artists like Mariah, Beyonce and Whitney.  Beth has certainly earned her title to pick up a microphone.  If you’ve always dreamed of becoming a great singer.  Beth is an example of making that dream come true.  She reveals what it takes in our interview.  She holds the moniker Beth Always Sings @bethalwayssings

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