Posted by C. Harrison/June 27, 2014/11:26pm

                     In Doors High Lights Out Doors Was Standing Room Only……..

Magnet Sports Lounge

Press Reception

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Posted By: C. Harrison/June 27, 2014/10:41pm

HIGHLIGHTS

THE BIG news is while you are here you can use Jamaican currency 

TO PUIRCHASE YOUR FOOD……. especially, if you have just arrived from Jamaica and only have Jamaican currency in your wallet……..

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Posted By: C. Harrison/June 27, 2014/9:43pm

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ALISSA CAVALLARO

By: C. Harrison/June 27, 2014/1:56AM

Alissa  Cavallaro  is called a trendsetter and weird. She is 15-years old with a number 2 hit single on the Reverbnation chart on Long Island. Alissa is a composer/singer/musician and said, “I have always been doing me. I am not afraid to be me.” 

In a recent over the phone exclusive interview with this Journalist,  Alissa revealed that it was an amazing experience for her when she won a singing contest at age 9, at the Apollo theatre, in Harlem. “It was a great feeling,” she said. Alissa sang “Alone,” by Alicia Keys her idol.  She confessed that she didn’t at first like the song but said it grew on her.  “I wanted something girlie,” Alissa said.  From there Alissa sprouted into the music industry and it was from there also that her parents figured to push her into music. Alissa insisted that the choice to be in the music business was hers alone.

Other venues that this curious youngster graced weare: at age 11, she sang at Madison Square Garden, for the Knick and the Lakers; The Nassau Coliseum, Long Island; the Izod Center, Jones Beach, Sullivan Hall and the Bitter End.  Allissa describes her time at these venues as exhilarating, not afraid and really enjoyed her self.  “I had a great time.  I was doing what I love and I was happy,” stated Alissa.

Additionally,  Alissa said that when she met her mentor and idol Alicia Keys, Alicia’s advice to her was to never give up.  She said that the  advice  gave her more drive to pursue her singing.  Alissa got the chance meeting with Alicia, when her parents had an appearance on the popular NBC-TV show  (The Marriage Ref), in conjunction with a trip to Atlantic City. It was also there in Atlantic City, that Alissa met Gloria Estafan and Jerry Stienfell. ” I want to be a younger version of Alicia and a role model,” Alissa said. She  voiced that she wants to become one of the (cream of the crop), in the music industry.  And as for her trip, Alissa converse that it was another great experience and it was cool. She further contends that her grandparents are also an inspiration to her.

A prodigy, Alissa actually took R&B sounds and added Ukulele to them (A small 4-string guitar, which forms unique sounds), basically creating a new form of music. “Singing is natural to me which is why I love it. I don’t have to work at it; I would love to be better,”  articulated the songstress. Moreover, this motivator noted that she would like to do SNL (Saturday Night Live). When confronted  with the question of why, she wanted to do the popular TV show; she conceded that she loves comedy and likes to do her own thing. “I think I can bring something else to the table because I am pretty unique,” she said. Furthermore, she reiterated that while singing is her main choice she is also a comedic person. “I like to do voiced and down the road I would like to pursue acting,”  Alissa said.

When she was asked about her charity work, she referred to the fact that she got into charities because of a friend who has cystic fibrosis, so it made her appreciated what we are. And one thing lead to another. “I am who we are,” she stated. The multi-faceted teenager also makes clothes for her two dogs and creates gluten and dairy-free treats. Her charities are: Cause for Paws and Cystic fibrosis Walk. According to Alissa’s publicist’ Angelo Ellerbee,  Alissa is the poster child for individuality and an exceptional teen by any standard.

Recently,  Alissa released a new single called “The Journey Isn’t Over,” a feat  with Big Daddy Cane–a 1980s heavy weight rapper.  Also, Alissa voiced that she liked working with Cane, but pointed out that she got nervous at first, then relaxed and settle down to work.  The collaboration she noted was fun for both of them and the experience was great. Alissa’s album release party took place June 9, 2014 at pier 60 in Manhattan.

In contrast to Alissa’s musical career, Alissa has a very impressive high school GPA. This well rounded individualist, is headed for college at NYU. She has already secured college credits through her music program at her school. “I choose NYU, because they have a very interesting program that I like,” she explained.

Alissa’s producer is Tim Brown aka Father M.C.  He wrote and produced her first album on Famous Records “I am That Girl,” and her single “Paper.” 

Posted By: C. Harrison/June 27, 2014

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The Mistrial

By C. Harrison/June 25, 2014/6:34PM

It was a cry of outraged when New York City and the community of Queens found out what Malcolm A. Smith had done months ago. But, according to those that knew Malcolm they said, he did nothing wrong. People in the know and People in this borough of Queens, who knew that (this act)  was the only way it worked for New York’s elected officials to get anything done for your districts, for years, if not decades, conceded to the deed.

So, when a young  ambitious Senator,  Malcolm op to do the same as a New York Republican Mayor, had already done, a short time earlier, this Democratic Senator Malcolm, was crucified for doing the same thing. Senator Smith only wanted to help and move his community forward by doing some-thing for his district.

“A week has gone by since the judge declared, and rightfully so, a mistrial, I just wanted to let you know that I am grateful for your support and prayers,” Smith said.

New Yorker are not in any way advocating for any elected official to do what Senator  Malcolm A. Smith or what the former Mayor, Michael R Bloomberg did; this way of doing politics in New York, just to get something done needs to be looked at.  It should be made easier for elected members to help their community better with out going through any fuss.  Elected officials should not have to put their careers on the line, to get help for their constituents.

Posted By: C. Harrison/June 25, 2014

Posted By: C. Harrison/June 25, 2014

SAVE THE DATE

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Sandy Tax Abatement Bill Co-sponsored by Senator Malcolm Smith

Now Signed Into Law

(Queens, NY)—State Senator Malcolm A. Smith is proud to have been a co-sponsor of a  Sandy Tax Abatement Bill (A.9576-A/S. 7257-A) that was just signed into law this week by Governor Andrew Cuomo. It prevents property owners from being slammed with higher taxes for making storm damage repairs after Hurricane Sandy.

“I am proud to have been a co-sponsor of this legislation which will ensure that homeowners are protected as they rebuild and prepare for the future which could bring more extreme weather,” Smith said.  “I have seen firsthand the devastation that Hurricane Sandy caused in areas like the Rockaways and how deeply a hurt families who basically lost everything that they owned. New Yorkers, are resilient and they have been fighting  hard to rebuild, and we should be doing everything we can to help them.

! The Public Was Ready For Something New And

I am that New Drink!

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By: C. Harrison/June 18, 2014/7:52 PM

 Kelly Fitzpatrick aka KP,  was not a surprise to the music world, but the KP Fitz Movement is and it is taking the country by storm especially, Country Music Fans. The CD  called  “A Different Kinda Country,” is stirring up a fuss, fans are loving it. Even people who don’t normally listen to country music or is a once in a while listener to country music, is raving about it.

” It’s true I created a new sound.  It as been attempted before but, I came up with it. The sound came from my soul,  My grandfather brought it up north from Alabama and it got stuck with me. It’s my roots,” stated Fitz.

We met up at the Fox Network Building in Manhattan, around the corner at a small quaint café to do this story. The greet was met with broad smiles and warm hugs.  It was decided there and then that KP Kelly Fitzpatrick, is a keeper. He was the real deal, genuine.

As a young lad, Fitz, joined a Hollywood Cowboy Show, and his main job was to  literally pick up horse poo.  He later graduated from that position to singing backup for stars of the show.  Eventually, people would come up to him and ask why he wasn’t  singing leads or singing up front, instead of doing backups. For this reason he got fired and the decision to start his own musical journey began.

According to Fitz, the KP Fitz Movement, is all about introducing something different to the Entertainment Industry. It is about change and innovation.  “When you hear my music you will turn up your radio,” he said.  He also noted that his sound is a new kinda country, which could be moved into any kind of genre and could help rear young black country artist. It is also a merger or go between Country and Urban music.

“When I wrote my songs, I was thinking what could I do, what can I bring that’s different, and I thought a universal sound, to bring people together,” Fitz articulated.

When asked about his Billboard numbers at 6 and 13 on the singles sales chart, he explained it cordially,  ” I felt like I had arrived. It let me know that the public was ready for something new and I am that drink.  Ever since I was a kid I was an entertainer. It came from church rearing and a gift from God,” he conversed.   The gifted  singer also explained that he wrote his first song at age 13, and that he loved it.  From there, he said,  “I  learned how to mixed songs, sounds and music and here I am today, sitting across a table from a Journalist.  I just have it, a natural born gift,” confided the young singer.

Additionally, the first song on Fitz’s album is  “Cruisin,” a song that was first sang by Smokey Robinson at Motown and is now sang over country style, by Fitz and Smokey.  Commenting on what it was like to sing  with an Americana (Icon), like Smokey;  Fitz said that he was grateful for the chance to not only meet one of his idol’s, but to sing with him was priceless. In addition, Fitz’s reaction to the fact that the father of Motown, Barry Gordy, likes his music was put this way:  ” I am overjoyed that Barry loves my album.  When Mr. Motown himself, tells you that you  are doing something good; speechless, out of body experience. Another moment in your timeline when you say,  what just happened,” Fitz conceded.   Moreover, this sound mixer, contents that other country artist that have helped his career in way of inspiration and admiration are: Garth Brooks, Tim McGrath, Johnny Cash, Conway  Twitty, and Charlie Pride.

Again, when asked what he like so much about the two genres, Country and Urban music, so much so that he had to incorporate them? He revealed that R & B is naturally in him and Country Music is the same, so there was no other choice but to do both.

Conversely, Fitz’s quintessential answer for what inspires him most and who he was really; he revealed that everybody and everything and languages inspires him. He said if its good (music) he will listen.  ” Kelly Fitzpatrick, is totally a different person from his musical side and away from the stage. It’s night and day. The person off state is quiet and reserve,”  the singer pronounced.

Finally, in imposing the last question to him, I asked him — how do you think you came to be where you’re today?  “ I think I am where I am is hard work and dedication.  For me to be where I am is also my manager, Earl.  I am where I am because of my talent but I have a team of people behind me. I give credit to them,  but my manager is key—he is the glue.”  “A Different Kinda Country,” is in stores and online.