B.Payne

B.Payne, Brandon Payne, is a rapper/entertainer originally from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, but stationed in Orlando for college at UCF. His lyrics are about real life and many of his songs are dedicated to his late mother. Check out the interview as we discuss his side of being an artist. How long have you been doing music? Describe your style of music.  I've been writing since I was very young. Always liked to write. I didn't start recording...

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No limits: Working In The Entertainment Industry

I've interviewed someone special, Ana Reina. She is my marketing teacher from my bachelor's program. Outside of teaching, Ana is very active in the entertainment business. Her work ethic is inspirational and she is someone important to know. What different sectors of the entertainment business do you work in? Artist Development and ManagementEvent ManagementMarketing & PromotionsPublic Relations Wow, you have a wide range of areas in this business....

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Starting Off On The Right Note: Working for The Wendy Williams Show

I've had the privilege to interview a long time friend, Dianamarie Borrero. We've met in college and kept in touch over time. Currently, she has been granted the opportunity to work at the Wendy Williams show. I've interviewed her to discuss her perspective/role in the business and how negotiation plays apart. Where did you attend college and what did you major in? I attended Full Sail University and majored in Entertainment Business Bachelors...

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Jeaucar Made The Beat

The intriguing thing about the music industry is that it's culturally combined. There's numerous of artists and producers. Their cultural background is what differentiates them from the rest. I've had the honor to interview a phenomenal producer from the Virgin Islands;  Lionel Blucher, also known as "Jeaucar Made The Beat". He is a musically inclined individual that has the gift of producing spectacular beats and the ability to entertain a...

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Public Relations: Women In PR

Public relation is an important role in the field of the entertainment business. The main goal of a publicist is to positively present an individual or company to the world. They work as a representative to help a company/individual achieve its full potential. Public relations provide a service for the company by helping to give the public and the media a better understanding of how the company works. Women In PR is a phenomenal resource for public...

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NFL: "A Crucial Catch"

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The LadySonya Network

It is very important to network if you want to succeed in this industry. There are so many networking companies and opportunities that people aren’t really aware. One specifically is “The LadySonya Network”. I’ve interviewed the networking genius and was able to learn more about what her business offers not only to the entertainment industry but also to the young people who are seeking an opportunity to be apart of the movement. Can you give me...

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Serge-RIP(Dancehall Track)

No-ciety was founded by Serge Brooks, Tyshaun McQueen, and Kashif Freeman as a movement aiming to influence the act of protecting what you cherish rather than compromising to the standards of society. Although we dedicate most of our lyrical abilities to hip-hop/rap, we focus more on the music behind it which can branch out to a wide variation of genres. Artist: SergeTwitter: Serge_MuzicSoundcloud: http://soundcloud.com/serge-dmvDownload ...

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Looking Past Limits

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Camari Starrz: Fashion Designer

What does fashion mean to you? What is a stylist? There are many designers in this industry that are popular for their craft. Fashion is inspired by the simplest things. It’s popularity starts with the design and grows with the designer. I’ve had the opportunity to interview a gifted fashion designer, Camari Starrz. Not only is he a fashion designer but he is also a celebrity stylist and personal shopper. Doesn’t he sound like every girls dream...

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The Florida Festivals and Events Association

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J. Cole: Coming to Orlando!

The phenomenal artist J. Cole has just released his new album.  J. Cole's shares his version on his highly anticipated debut album, Cole World: The Sideline Story. After three critcally acclaimed mixtapes, the rapper's first official offering is cementing his place within the fickle yet constantly growing rap industry. With that being said, I have great news for the Central Florida residents. *drum roll please* J. Cole is coming to...

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Qualities of A Successful Event Planner (Mindy Weiss)

What qualities make a successful event planner? An event planner consists of leadership, passion, creativity, patience, and maintaining a positive attitude. A popular and inspirational event planner in this business sector is Mindy Weiss. She has proven that there’s no limit to coordinating events. Not only is she an event planner but she’s also a lifestyle expert. She has a book, sponsorship deals, product line, and stationary line. Over the years...

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2011 VMA: "Time Travel"

The 2011 VMA show premiered last night on MTV. I've been waiting for over a month for this exciting show. This year's theme was "Time Travel". "We met up half a year ago and VMA Executive producer Jesse Ignjatovic came up with the idea to create a time tunnel," explained VMA main stage production designer Florian Wieder. As I was watching the show It brought a futuristic feel to it. The production of the show this year has topped the...

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Event Management

My dream one day is to operate my own Event Management Company. I have a great interest in event planning. Event Management is the process of analyzing, planning, marketing, producing, and evaluating an event. It's used in all different sectors of the Entertainment Industry. I like the process of planning parties, networking, and social events. When managing an event it is important to play the leadership role. You have to focus on the priorities,...

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