Lovari
Lovari is a native of Queens, New York. Lovari's debut single,"These Tears" was released on a compilation album on ELI/Warlock Records, and recieved airplay on NY's 1 Dance Station WKTU(103.5FM) In 2006, Lovari independently released his second single, "All I Want Is You", which went to 1 on Hot 96 FM in Portland. It also made the Top 20 on various other internet and college radio stations across the U.S. 2007 was a breakthrough year for Lovari. FM and internet radio added his single "I Feel You" into rotation, which reached 2 on Hot 96 FM and became Lovari's top seller of his I-Tunes tracks. During the summer, he performed at 6 Pride events, more than any other artist in the country! Lovari's singles and album made enough sufficient sales to be recognized in Billboard.Com's artist database.
Tomas
Tomas has been working almost non-stop since 1991. Beginning as an actor and choreographer, Tomas traveled the US in touring productions as well as performed Off-Broadway and Off-Off Broadway. In 1996, Tomas began Tomasian Ent! as a vehicle to promote his musical, theatrical and choreographed endeavors. He traveled the US doing shows in clubs, at colleges and for corporations and developed a reputation as a diverse and multi-faceted artist. Musically, Tomas has been compared to Prince as he writes, produces, and performs all his own music. By combining powerful pop vocals with a story telling lyrical style all served over infectious dance floor grooves, Tomas' music moves your body as well as your mind. In 2001, he released getUP!, his first full-length CD. This collection of “socially conscious dance music was very well received. Tomas also embarked on a tour in support the project.
He returned in 2003 with getUP! Again – The Remixes, a follow-up to his 2001 release. The project included remixes and original versions of songs previously released on getUP!, plus two new tracks. In 2005, Tomas took some time to choreograph a very well received original off-off-Broadway musical in NYC, Eve: The Story of EveryWoman (LMNO Theatre Co.). He also produced an instrumental project under the name Vie Sans Les Fleur entitled, Emagine: A World Without Flowers (released Feb 2006).
In 2006, he returned to off-off Broadway himself with
his one man show, Pages from the Journal. In addition to this, he also
filmed two movies, the feature length, Loose Ends and the short, Always
Keep. In Mar 2007, te! Music/Tomasian Ent! released Rhythm for the
Runway which features the single, “No Interest”, by Tomas which did well
on internet and special interest radio programs.
Tomas is currently promoting his new single, "Day We Lost Our Love" from
his soon to be released CD, Well...There It Is!.
The Swippers
The year was 1980 and Disco was dead. A changing musical climate and fate brought musicians Joanne Calabrese (lead vocals, rhythm guitar) and Laurie Swerlin (lead guitar, backing vocals) together. Before they became The Swippers, Calabrese and Swerlin were the musical architects of various groups such as “Last Licks”, an all-female pop/rock band whose indie release EP, “You’re Ruining My Love Life” won rave reviews from The Star Ledger’s then music critic, George Kansler. In addition, the EP’s single “Kiss Me with the Lights On” landed a spot on Billboard’s “Singles to Watch” list. Last Licks were also featured artists in The Bergen Record and The Aquarian magazine, which led to performances on the cult TV shows “Uncle Floyd” and “The Joe Franklin Show”. In the 90’s, Calabrese and Swerlin went on to form the band “Where There’s Smoke” along with powerhouse drummer, Debbie Magguilli. Together, they played the NYC club circuit, numerous LGBT charity events and as the winners of New Jersey Pride’s “Battle of the Bands”, were the opening act for comedian Lea Delaria when she performed at the reopening of the historic Paramount Theater in Asbury Park New Jersey. Today, Calabrese and Swerlin, with vocalist/percussionist, Linda Lambiase, and bassist/vocalist Ed Seifert continue to play their distinctive blend of original indie/folk rock/alternative music as the dynamic musical force called “The Swippers”.
NHOJJ
Submerge yourself in splashes of Funk, Jazz, Quiet Storm, and Soul. Float away with the voice Logo Magazine describes as "Honeyed, Subdued and Unadorned" and caress your mind, body, and spirit. With the help of some world-class session players, Nhojj aims to create an atmosphere that is soothing, rejuvenating, and affirming. Welcome to 'Soul Comfort'. 2007, Soul Comfort began to emerge. "Life ebbs and flows" Nhojj explains, "but I wanted to focus on the positive, and with this project share some ideas and have fun." First came the bi-lingual Myspace collaboration with French/Caribbean artist Mike Ibrahim. After weeks of recording and emailing WAV files between NY and Paris, 'Spring Rain' was born. Nhojj continued the celebration with 'Music' and 'Doing m' Thing' creating a smooth organic feel by sampling live instruments: Carl Evans on Keyboards (Stevie Wonder, Barry White); David Stark on Guitar (Rick James, Teena Marie); Tommy Aros on Percussion (Luis Miguel), adding live horn sections, live drums, and his signature style - layers and layers of vocals. The result "exudes delicacy and controlled release" writes Echoes Magazine. The album features 'Dream', a personal meditation on gifts and goals; the ethereal a cappella 'James Donovan', honoring the lives of 2 friends with AIDS; the universal 'Peace & Blessings' and 'My Brother' which features biological brother Sam, Def Jam Poet ButtaFlySoul, Music with a Twist artist Jesse O, Poets baron and seân, all joining together on a thank you note to the men who have nurtured and inspired them.
Carrie Ashton
Carrie Ashton's passion for music has been long standing. She began performing at local and regional talent competitions at the age of thirteen and has never looked back. She has been performing professionally for over twelve years, perfecting a stage show that is unpretentious and captivating. She is currently performing in top showcase rooms in New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts, and has appeared as a featured guest on several college campuses throughout New England. She has shared the stage with Natalie Merchant, the Go-Go's, REO Speedwagon, Antigone Rising, and Van Zant. Carrie is well versed to perform solo with just her acoustic guitar or lead a full accompaniment of musicians. She has an innate ability to read the crowd and move them with her unique style and charisma; her energy on stage is hard to ignore! In 2003, Carrie teamed up with Grammy winning producer/engineer Peter Moshay, and producer/engineer Matthew Russo to record "Modern Day Gypsy". With her wide-ranging vocals and the raw emotions of her lyrics, her dedication to self-improvement was more than apparent on this CD. In 2006, Carrie collaborated with award winning musician/producer Kevin Hupp, President of Kevco Music Group, LLC and the owner of the Groove Room Recording Studio in Brewster, NY to write and produce by far her best work to date. From the opening title track, " Truth Is" to the soaring ballad "I Wish It Would Rain", Carrie's music takes the listener on an incredible musical journey. The power rock influences in the infectious, hard rocking "Can't Stop" leaves them breathless and wanting more. This record has something for everyone, proving Carrie to be a formidable competitor in the national music arena.
