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ROBERT ANTHONY is a choreographer and dance instructor at Dallas PowerHouse of Dance. He is a big believer of uniting performers from all different backgrounds under the common goal of sharing in the joy of the Arts, and the humility of giving back. His background in psychology and sociology from Southern Methodist University has led him down the path towards helping individuals. He is currently pursuing a Masters Degree in professional counseling and marriage & family therapy at Texas Wesleyan University. He is blessed to be a part of Live Wright Society and the mission it stands for. |
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IN THE MIX BAND is a High Energy Live 5 Piece Band that specializes in providing the best in Dance, R&B, Motown, Blues, Jazz and your Top 40 favorites. IN THE MIX has performed as the back up band for the recording artist MILES JAYE, and has opened up for: Dennis Edwards and The Temptations, Ohio Players, Cameo, etc. |
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INSTANT KARMA is a three piece musical ensemble that performs live music as a means to give back to organizations and causes that deserve support, attention, and gratitude. “Music has always provided each of us a real sense of purpose and joy in life. It's simply THE perfect vibrational match for each of us to focus our efforts and abilities into a creative and productive outlet.” MEMBERS: Jerry Saracini (drums), David DeShazo (Bass), Daran DeShazo (Guitar) |
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BRYANT K WHARTON has been playing woodwind instruments (saxophone, oboe, flute, clarinet) for 37 years, and teaching guitar, bass, piano, woodwinds, trumpet, trombone, baritone tuba, and percussion for almost 16 years. He lives in New York, and has played up and down the East Coast, in burlesque shows, alongside Wayne Newton, and even in China, with Motown artist, Bobby Taylor, (most notable for discovering and mentoring The Jackson 5). Bryant is also a certified professional band instrument repair technician. |
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LAURA K WEBB is a 21-year old country/pop artist based out of Dallas, Texas. She will release her debut record, “Serious – EP” in summer 2012. Laura K has performed all over the southeast, and even as far as Australia. She has been a featured artist in the “Dia del Oso” festival at Baylor University and has also played Rock the Republic in College Station, Texas. “Intimacy, passion and laughter connect us to the truth of who we are meant to be. I create and perform music to share these, explore these, and encourage listeners to experience these.” |
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HALEH HAJEBIAN is an ambitious young lady whose passion is to share her music with the world. Born into a deaf family, she has never received any music lessons nor ever heard by her parents. Haleh writes countless songs day by day, each song conveying her mind and soul. Her dream is to make it big one day so the world can see her true character, as well as her family. “I create music because it's my only way of expressing my emotions. I write countless songs on a daily basis, and I love sharing with people what exactly goes through my head via my music.” |
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ANNALISE BUSH is a junior in high school who has always had a passion for music, which was ignited when she saw Annie at the Fox theater in Altlanta, Georgia. “Since then, by the grace of God, I am where I am today. I’ve realized that music should always be shared with ones that need it. Seeing people not just be entertained but inspired by my music is why I do what I do; knowing that I had an impact on even just one life, humbles me in indescribable ways. Romans12:6” |
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VALLEY ROAD ENTERTAINMENT is a music management firm based out of Dallas, TX. VRE was launched in January of 2012 and specializes in Artist Management, Show Production, Consulting/Songwriting. “Music expresses that which cannot be put into words and cannot remain silent." - Victor Hugo Why keep the soul silent? MEMBERS: Michael Kanne, Alex Finley www.valleyroadentertainment.com |
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ATOMIC TANGERINE is an energetic, bubbly group of teenagers (and one old dude) that loves singing all styles of music. “We formed our band out of mutual love of music and performing. Anywhere we can volunteer to perform, from a children's hospital to a fund raising event for a good cause, we will be there!” MEMBERS: Bob Baldwin, Chloe Baldwin, Madeleine Dennett, Mallory Heins, Bailey French, Sidney Samuels (Live Wright Society Youth Ambassadors) |
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ROYAL TEASE is a group of guys that come from different schools and do many different things, but all share one main part of their lives: music. “We perform and create music because it is a major part of our lives; we love it, it makes us happy, and it is a great way to express emotions. We want to inspire others to get into music, and we want to spread our happiness to the people that listen to us play.” MEMBERS: Max Harberg, Sam Betanzos , Damon Ramirez, Elliot Ingram (Live Wright Youth Ambassadors) |
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RENEE BROWN is an artist and painter who believes in the power of a spirituality that is beyond our human grasp….Angels and the power, passion and presence that they have in all our lives. Each of her paintings is a unique inspiration of experiences and revelations that Renee has personally engaged, as well as a vision she wants to share with a ministry of people who appreciate and believe. “I was inspired by personal and spiritual revelations to begin this series, “The Heaven Collection,” because of miraculous experiences that refreshed a childhood passion. I cannot verbalize the reason, God presented it to me and I followed His Angels beckoning.“ |
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SETH SIMMONS’ productions and concerts have brought awareness and funds to charities all around the country for the past 10 years. He is a conduit of his gifts and talents, knowing that they come from a Higher Source and the Creator of Life. Seth also co-produced Euforia Live, a performance art show that has raised hundred of thousands of dollars for major 501c3s; it was featured in last year’s Dallas Film Festival. Seth has also created an application (zotashop.com) which allows non-profits to create there own wish lists and exposes them to potential donors. “I am a firm believer in being pro-active in your talents and visions; your destiny and passions will then organically unfold.” |
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KERTRINA DAUWAY aka LADY DIAMOND is the host of the World Famous House of Blues Gospel Brunch and is a frequently requested Gospel Performer. She most recently performed at the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge Celebration and continues to perform locally and abroad. “I sing because I know that is what God put me on this earth to do. To spread HIS LOVE through performance and music.” |
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ALLEGRA COHEN works as an actor and producer in New York City. As a voice artist, Allegra can be heard as the voice of Elle.com, on promos for MTV, TLC, the WNBA, and on dozens of radio spots, regionally and nationally. She starred as "Sarit" in the television pilot, God Loves Me Best, nominated for Best TV Pilot at the 2009 Hoboken International Film Festival. Allegra performs to express the things she really wishes she could sometimes say in real life. “Being able to transport myself and the audience to another time and place is a feeling like no other, and the force that drives me to create.” |
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GREG BARNHILL is a singer/songwriter who has written for Etta James, Martina McBride, and Jessica Simpson to Chicago, Tim McGraw, Lee Ann Womack, Leona Lewis, Tony Bennett, etc.. “Walkaway Joe,” recorded by Trisha Yearwood and Don Henley, earned him a Grammy nomination. “All the money in the world can't buy the feeling I get when I'm singing. I go someplace else in myself when I'm performing. I'm still amazed at how music takes over… at the whole process, from inspiration to the finished product. It's all a miracle to me.” |
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FULL HOUSE is a Texas bluegrass gospel band that is deeply rooted in traditional bluegrass gospel and the music of the founding fathers of bluegrass music. The band is an answered prayer of healing for founding members Rick and DeAnn Spence. While music has always been a part of their lives growing up, it took on a much different role after the tragic loss of their oldest son in 2007. Rick was inspired to seek comfort through music. Bluegrass gospel music that he remembered from his youth provided welcomed feelings of comfort for his broken heart. MEMBERS: Rick Spence, DeAnn Spence, Jim Penson, Jennie Suchocki, Jared Kennedy. |
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J MACK SLAUGHTER JR is a medical student at UT Southwestern, as well as founder of Music is Medicine, a non-profit that pays it forward by donating instruments and teaching time to teenagers spending time at children's hospitals. MIM facilitates productive escapism during treatment time that would otherwise be spent simply waiting to be released. “I create music and facilitate music education in hospitals because I have seen first-hand how powerful music can be during my own mother's chemotherapy sessions. It brings fullness to my heart to be a part of that experience for other patients.” |
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SLOW DOWN CHESTER is group of talented musicians from all different backgrounds and styles. Joined together, they create an old and new sound that shapes and forms pop culture into something more meaningful and substantive, music that is not only enjoyable but will also stand the test of time. “I create music to hopefully create an escape from people’s reality, to help ease the pain or hardships that may be going on in their life. We have a blast on stage and enjoy every second of it!” - Chester Rushing MEMBERS: Chester Rushing, Jeff Jacobs, Steven Watford |
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THE POWERSURGE is a collection of diverse individuals from different backgrounds of dance that enjoy the love of dance. “We perform to help others feel something they may not have thought about feeling, forgotten they could feel, or trigger an emotion that may be latent.” - Robert Anthony MEMBERS: Jonathan Bostick, Katherine Barker, Rachel Burns, Meleka Lewis, Laura Marie, Ashley Miller, Crystal Robinson, Terry Snyder, Ruben Benitez |