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MAURICE SYMONETTE

Mario irack baptiste

REAL DEEP

JEWELIE NORALES

CES SMITH

TIFFANY ROBINSON

JCITY

SHERI LEVITT

SPONSORS BOSS JETSKI PARTY STATUS PLUS

MADMAN ENTERTAINMENT

CREDITS

Nocturnal Void Magazine

MR. SEA - OWNER

CEEWURLD ENTERTAINMENT GROUP

MIAMI, FLORIDA

www.facebook.com/ceewurld.mia

Photos by: Jorge Luis Saumell

MAURICE SYMONETTE

BOSS Media Entertainment

MIAMI, FLORIDA

www.facebook.com/pages/BOSS-Media

Photos by: Jorge Luis Saumell

MARIO IRACK BAPTISTE

CEEWURLD ENT. GROUP/PRESIDENT

OWNER/FOUNDER BAPTISTE HOLDINGS, LLC

HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA

www.facebook.com/baptiste.holdings

Photos by: Pink Diamonds Entertainment

REEL DEEP

HOOD HOPE MOVEMENT

CHICAGO (CHIRAQ), ILLINOIS

Featured: Real Deep, JMD

And BLAQ ICE

JEWELIE NORALES -

CEO/OWNER

Photos provided by:

FIRST DIME MUSIC

PRODUCTION

CES SMITH - ARTIST

Photos provided by:

CES SMITH

www.cessmith.com

TIFFANY ROBINSON-ARTIST

KINGSTON UNITED KINGDOM

Photos provided by TIFFANY

www.facebook.com/

TiffanyRobinsonmusic

JCITY-ARTIST

CEO-BALLERBELLYENTERTAINMENT

RACINE, WISCONSIN

Photos provided by: JCITY

www.facebook.com/BallerBellyEnt

DJ SHERI LEVITT-ARTIST

HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS

Photos provided by: SHERI LEVITT

https://soundcloud.com/levittateee

PHOTO CREDITS: SHANE SUBAN

When I received the request from Mr. Sea of Ceewurld

Entertainment Group to work on a collaborative project with his

affiliate BOSS Media Entertainment, I was honored. It’s not eve-

ry day that I am chosen for such a task and Mr. Sea had total

faith that this collaboration was something myself and our staff

had the talent to produce. Which is truly a blessing.

Whenever someone approaches me about Nocturnal

Void Magazine and those featured in our magazines, I always

say the same thing: “Nocturnal Void Magazine is not a product.

It’s a tool.” Mainstream media has their favorites within every

genre of music, art, poetry, theatre, videography and the like

and they publicize each moment of those already recognized

individuals often forgetting there are others. Others who wish

to pass through the gate and become recognized as well.

In our first publication, I had the honor of interviewing

B.A.M. of The Jungle Brothers. He made a statement concerning

products which made a powerful impact. What did he use for an

analogy? Bottled water. It’s a product people use ever day.

But, problem is, most products are the same. Water is just that.

Doesn’t matter if you pretty up the labels or change the name.

When he stated this analogy, it was in reference to his art and

music. He didn’t think it was fair to the integrity of his work if

he allowed himself or his music to become a product instead of

what it was: His life’s work. And he was absolutely right.

If Nocturnal Void Magazine did the same as others,

that’s just what we’d be. Another product creating the same

thing as regular mainstream with just a different wrapping. It

was then I made up my mind to do what was in my soul to do.

That’s why we’re a tool.

We contact those talented individuals unnoticed by

others and give them a voice. As a tool, we allow them to use us

as published exposure for their talents and hard work to be

recognized. And, Mr. Sea along with BOSS Media Entertainment,

in understanding our mission, allowed us to give voice to the

extraordinary people featured in the following pages to do just

that.

I personally would like to thank Mr. Sea and BOSS Me-

dia Entertainment for this opportunity and hope there will be

many more in the future!

From the Editor...From the Editor...From the Editor...

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Mr. Sea CEEWURLD ENTERTAINMENT GROUP

“The goal will always be the “The goal will always be the “The goal will always be the

same. Gathering a variety same. Gathering a variety same. Gathering a variety

of cultures together in hopes of cultures together in hopes of cultures together in hopes

to make the world see that to make the world see that to make the world see that

we can all accomplish our we can all accomplish our we can all accomplish our

dreams by working together dreams by working together dreams by working together

… LATIN, BLACK, and … LATIN, BLACK, and … LATIN, BLACK, and

WHITE.”WHITE.”WHITE.”

Ceewurld Entertainment Group, based in Miami,

Florida, was established in November of 2011 and became a

legal entity within the state of Florida January of 2012.

What is this entity? Ceewurld Entertainment Group pro-

vides video services, entertainment and promotion ser-

vices for performing artists who need exposure within the

industry. As a network, it prides itself on seeking ultimate

satisfaction from

their artists and

their reach is ex-

panding from Afri-

ca, the UK and oth-

er areas around

the globe.

Headed by the pow-

erful presence of

Mr. Sea, this busi-

ness entity has

gained notoriety

within their community by breaking down racial barriers

and accepting a variety of talent to do this. Also, as a

partnered division of BOSS Media Entertainment, Ceewurld

Entertainment Group is extending their services.

Nocturnal Void Magazine featured Mr. Sea in our

October 2013 publication THE BUSINESS. Since then, what

has Mr. Sea been up to? “We’re still rockin’ with Mario

Irack Baptiste as President and Aaron Whip Walton as Vice

President. We’ve evolved into a bigger, more powerful

business entity. We’ve had to leave some people behind,

pick up better and more influential people and focus more

on the quality of members than quantity.

We are now associated with the Latino communi-

ties, seeing that they are the largest and more economi-

cally stable community, we are gaining that trust needed

to go forward and grow in Miami. We’ve also made the

successful transition into films. I currently play a role in

the upcoming film “Secret Agent”, a new 007 film directed

by William Bresch of Integrity Bresch, Inc. Shout out to

Andrew Singer for making that connection.”

And in saying this, Mr. Sea’s vision of Ceewurld

Entertainment Group

has added a new

course to take within

the industry.

Who are

those individuals as-

sisting him in his mis-

sion? “I am currently

assisting in a couple

film productions. As

previously stated, I

play a secret agent in

the film “Secret Agent” directed by William Bresch. I am

also working closely with Jorge Saumell of Madman Enter-

tainment in his film ‘Betrayal’ starring Yessenia Cossio.

Also with Katana Malone of Aion Films in her film ‘Aion’.

I have been hanging out a lot with Andrew Singer,

who took me under his wing and invited me to join him and

his casting crew. We have networking events throughout

the week where we go and promote the films and events

we provide for actors, artists and celebrities in South

Florida. We have fun hanging out and sharing the opportu-

nities with those who share our vision of bringing a variety

of cultures together. Mr. Bresch is just an awesome guy.

Definitely the real deal and I am learning a lot from him.

He’s basically in charge of the entire South Florida Film

Community. So, with a lot of work and patience I’m learn-

ing how to be involved and work with such a powerful man.

Mario Irack Baptiste, Mr. Sea, Aaron Whip WaltonMario Irack Baptiste, Mr. Sea, Aaron Whip WaltonMario Irack Baptiste, Mr. Sea, Aaron Whip Walton

Jorge Saumell is also currently producing a documentary

on BOSS and Ceewurld and the many opportunities we

provide as well as spreading enlightenment on current

events in hopes to bring awareness to the divided com-

munities through our ventures.”

Are there any events hosted by BOSS Media En-

tertainment and Ceewurld Entertainment Group people

should look out for in the upcoming months? “Absolutely.

The Governor has asked us to do another AGA Awards.

This time we should have The Artist Formerly Known as

Prince, Bill Cosby, Earth Wind and Fire, Fly Panda and oth-

ers.”

Ceewurld Entertainment Group, BOSS Media En-

tertainment and Nocturnal Void Magazine have collabo-

rated on this issue in efforts to raise awareness about

these companies, how they’re inspiring unity through mu-

sic and talent within the industry as well as showcase

their rising talents. With this stated, there have to be

some future goals in process. What are the future plans

of Ceewurld Entertainment Group and BOSS Media Enter-

tainment? “The goal will always be the same. Gathering a

variety of cultures together in hopes to make the world

see that we can accomplish our dreams by working to-

gether… LATIN, BLACK and WHITE.”

WOULD YOU LIKE MORE INFORMATION?

YOU MAY CONTACT MR. SEA AND AFFILIATES VIA:

Website: http://ceewurld.wix.com/ceewurld

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ceewurld.mia

Twitter: twitter.com/CEEWURLD

Jorge Saumell of Madman Entertainment with Mr. SeaJorge Saumell of Madman Entertainment with Mr. SeaJorge Saumell of Madman Entertainment with Mr. Sea

Maurice SymonetteMaurice SymonetteMaurice Symonette

Boss Media EntertainmentBoss Media EntertainmentBoss Media Entertainment

EMPIRE

EMPIRE

EMPIRE

Maurice SymonetteMaurice SymonetteMaurice Symonette

Boss Media EntertainmentBoss Media EntertainmentBoss Media Entertainment

B.O.S.S. Media

Entertainment is a force

within it’s own right in

Miami, Florida by hosting

events which empower

it’s community as well

as giving new and up-

coming artists network-

ing possibilities and ex-

posure. But the driving

force behind the empire

is one man. His name is Maurice Symonette.

His mission is to enlighten, educate and inspire

political awareness and motivation within those individuals

he comes into contact with. For over twenty years he has

been working within the music industry and has gained

notoriety and respect from many.

BIG BOSS MINISTRIES

As President of this religious, non-profit organiza-

tion, Mr. Symonette has made many positive strides within

the community of Miami, Florida. Since 1998 he has hosted

a free Jet Ski/Mansion Party located at his five acre com-

pound every Sunday. He offers free food and drinks, free

jet ski rides and other

attractions. In addition

to these amenities, he

also offers access to a

swimming pool, a bas-

ketball and tennis court.

This is open and free to

the community of South

Florida, which is a beau-

tiful thing.

B.O.S.S. AGA 2014 - MIAMI MARCH FOR JOBS

Recently, Maurice Symonette has partnered

B.O.S.S. with Miami, Florida Mayor Tomas Regalado and his

‘City of Miami Homeless Veterans Task Force’ initiative.

With this came the B.O.S.S. American Gala Awards 2014—

Miami March For Jobs showcase on August 2nd. This

movement was instituted to bring forth awareness to un-

fair legislative policies and their negative impact on em-

ployment opportunities for millions of people. One group

of citizens targeted being U.S. Veterans who are having

much difficulty in obtaining gainful employment.

Supporting this event was United States Marine

“Give a man a fish and he won’t

starve for a day.

Teach a man how to fish and he

won’t starve for his entire life.”

– Buddha, 4th Cent.

Corps Lt. Colonel Colmenares and Chairman of City of Mi-

ami Homeless Veterans Task Force Mayor Regalado.

Speakers included Jack Gillies, former President of the

Black Congressional Caucus, Leah Durant from CNN,

NAACP Governor Rick Scott and many others to give clari-

ty and importance to the message presented in the cause.

Many artists also performed and supported the

showcase. Those listed on

the roster were Tito

Puente, Jr., The Mar-

velettes, Jazz Saxophonist

Najee, Skip Martin of Kool

and the Gang, Michael Ster-

ling, Harold Melvin of the

popular 1970’s soul group

Harold Melvin & the Blue

Notes, three time Grammy

winner Bunny Wailer of The Wailers, Pretty Ricky, Betty

Wright, Angee Griffin, Christian band Payable on Death

(POD) as well as a host of others. Making this event quite

memorable as well as powerful.

Within this mission is the motto: “Black, White and

Latino Must Unite”. Throughout the years, there’s been

racial unrest between these communities. Not only did

this function create a significant impact, but it brought

together a once racially torn community in one extraordi-

nary evening. Mr. Symonette, through collaborations with

affiliates such as Ceewurld Entertainment Group, have

been asked to put on another program such as this. And it

is planned to be even more momentous than the last.

MICHAEL ‘THE BLACK MAN’ SHOW &

MICHAELWARNS.COM

Michael ‘The Black Man’ is both a radio and

youtube.com video show geared towards true spiritual

awakening. With the same motto: “Black, White and Latino

Must Unite.” he offers a more comprehensive look into

biblical text, political unrest and how the world’s negative

influences are destroying man’s outlook on humanity and

self-worth.

Many publications have labeled him a radical and

have written scathing articles to admonish for his political

and religious views. Some

have focused negatively on his

past experiences to derail his

efforts in bringing awakening

to the truth in some of the

inconsistencies within politi-

cians and the way they handle

government and the American

people they govern. What

they are missing is the truth.

As an activist, it is the mission of an individual to

bring certain and unknown truths to light and their rele-

vance to life to empower others for change. And through

these shows and political appearances, this is what he’s

attempting to do. And though his methods may seem un-

orthodox to these individuals, they are truly missing out

on the mission as well as the lesson.

To build an empire there needs to be truth, pas-

sion, a strong voice and will. And most of all, a realization

that a message nor a positive and reactive change can

occur without KNOWLEDGE and UNITY.

Would you like more information?

www.michaelwarns.com

Subscribe to his youtube:

www.youtube.com/user/Michaelwarns

Mario Irack Baptiste

...is an individual who believes that hard work, a

strict business SENSE and a powerful presence gives

character to who and what you wish to become in life.

As President of Ceewurld Entertainment Group and

CEO/Founder and Owner of Baptiste Holdings, LLC he

exemplifies every attribute.

Mario Irack Baptiste!

His position within Ceewurld Entertainment

Group isn’t an easy one. So, he gives us a bit of in-

sight into the business and what he personally

seeks in business collaborations: “Ceewurld Enter-

tainment Group is a company based on morals, prin-

ciples and the belief that with good practice and

standings anything can

be achieved. Through

any avenue taken. Our

business motto is:

‘Better Business’ and

with this our company is

striving to employ this

model to every good-

standing brother we

meet. We hope to help

and be helped because

no good business has

ever been done without

barter or collaboration.”

With this type of

mindset, in looking for

quality, character, dedi-

cation and loyalty with

those business collabora-

tions, there has to be

some challenging aspects in moving ahead. How

does he maintain stability and order? He answers

this very simply: “To be honest, there is no chal-

lenge. A position is something you hold when you

know you can and Ceewurld blessed me with this

because he has that belief. For me to let a position

in a corporate entity become a challenge only

means I’ve either lost my heart for it or I’ve found

something else to overtake it’s precedence. Chal-

lenges are tasks people give you because they don’t

believe you really can do it.” In understanding his

business sense, are there any artists he might turn

away? “I work with everybody. Time and schedule

willing.”

On February 9th, 2004, Mr. Baptiste created

the company Baptiste Holdings, LLC. The back-

ground information concerning this business and

what it provides for it’s clientele is quite impressive:

“Baptiste Holdings, LLC is a parent company with

sub-business and companies under it. The goal of

Baptiste Holdings is to provide and furnish much

needed support and mentoring to all, mostly Black-

owned, businesses interna-

tionally.

Because of the mis-

education of people with the

term ‘community’, we need

a platform for all minority

businesses across the globe

to start the uplifting of peo-

ple in the business realm.

And I know Baptiste Hold-

ings is that. Currently, Bap-

tiste Holdings is the parent

company of Under Roof

Foundation which is a non-

profit, Clever Boi INT. Confi-

dential Security Services, Fu-

ture Transportation as well.

With others coming soon.”

Are the services pro-

vided by Baptiste Holdings provided to clientele

from one localized area or is it global? “We are lo-

calized and are in current process of expansion.”

In order to do business, all professionals

have things that are a significant presence in order

to have work go smoothly and efficiently. What are

Mr. Baptiste’s specific needs? “Transportation,

transportation, transportation.”

In the business world, most have a specific plan

mapped out as to what they’d hope to accomplish

in a prescribed amount of time. His?

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change if you’re waiting to join something

or for somebody else to do it first? Time

to step up!

Our youth are being mislead. Mislead

by music, by television… Everything. We

need to bring them back. Let them know

how to control their minds in a society

that wants nothing but to control them.

Hood Hope Movement takes them out of

the negative things in life and gives them

something positive to look for and do.”

HOOD

HOPE

MOVEMENT Our youth are living in a society where

drugs, sex and violence are pulling them away

from the focus needed to survive and excel.

Some youth are even losing their lives to the

extreme pressures of society and leave behind

no significant legacies for the future. But,

there’s one individual who’s determined to

keep this from happening. Real Deep of

Chicago, Illinois.

The city previously known as Chi-town,

became infamous with it’s history of violence,

corruption, bootlegging and gangster activity.

Home to criminals such as H.H. Holmes

(America’s first serial killer-1890s), notorious

gangster Al Capone, John Wayne Gacy (‘Killer

Clown’ Serial Killer) as well as many others,

Chicago was a hotbed for violence.

This was also home to Larry Hoover,

‘King Larry’, leader and founder of the Gang-

ster Disciples, who is now serving a life sen-

tence for drug conspiracy, extortion, money

laundering and continuing to run his criminal

enterprise from state prison.

Politics in this city has also been a sig-

nificant issue. Two politicians, Democrat and

Republican, have been convicted of criminal

acts and sent to prison.

Not only this, but many police officers

of Chicago have been convicted of torture,

framing and conspiring against Black men

and sending them to Death Row.

Currently, this city holds

the highest murder rate in

the United States.

In a city with an horrific background such as

this, positivity and growth for the youth is

definitely in order.

Real Deep, born Mondrea Vining,

was raised on the city streets of what is now

known as Chiraq, Illinois. Born of young par-

ents, he was a youth walking through these

streets during a time when crack and cocaine

was swallowing the city of Chiraq whole. And

this also gave him access to the beginnings

of a violent way of life.

By the young age of ten he was recruit-

ed by the gang ‘Insane Vicelords’ and given

the street name “Real Ill”. By age fifteen he

gained rank in the Vicelords and was incar-

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MOVEMENT “How can you be a positive force for

change if you’re waiting to join something

or for somebody else to do it first? Time

to step up!

Our youth are being mislead. Mislead

by music, by television… Everything. We

need to bring them back. Let them know

how to control their minds in a society

that wants nothing but to control them.

Hood Hope Movement takes them out of

the negative things in life and gives them

something positive to look for.”

-cerated several times. Soon, he was sen-

tenced to a juvenile facility for one year, but

due to misbehavior, ended up serving three

and a half years.

Once released, he continued to involve

himself in criminal acts such as robbery, drug

sales, and shootings which drastically altered

his mentality of life. His journey of violence

escalated to where he abused drugs and was

shot in the neck. That bullet remains there to

this day as a constant reminder of God’s

Grace.

In 1999, he received 30 years in prison

for armed robbery, home invasion, posses-

sion of a Category 4 weapon and armed

force. This is where his moment of transfor-

mation began.

It was during this period that he faced

many challenges. He became caught in the

middle of continuous brawls with guards and

inmates. Then, the biggest hits to his life

came. In 2005 his mother lost her battle with

cancer. His brother was shot and murdered

on those very streets of Chi where he used to

walk. Both of these deaths hit him to the

soul. And he began to reflect upon his cur-

rent situation of how he could change.

Becoming addicted to books, the sto-

ries of George Jackson, Angela Davis and

Assata Shakur prompted a life-altering reve-

lation. He made a vow to himself that he

would return to those same streets he once

terrorized and attempted to destroy and raise

them up. He would make it a mission to

serve that community and make a powerful

statement to those lost within violence. And

in January of 2014 he was released and lived

up to his mission.

Changing his name from ‘Real Ill’ to

‘Real Deep’, he created a record label titled

HOOD HOPE as well as a movement which

bears the same name. This inspiring vision

was geared towards unity, ending violent ac-

tivity, empowering community youth as well

as creating economic growth. In the heart of

Chicago, Real Deep became coordinator of a

youth center on Madison and Keeler. All the

while, promoting peace and prosperity. Also,

he advocated teaching youth positive ways to

handle anger management and behavior con-

trol, acknowledging the history of Real Hip

Hop without the use of profanity, as well as

giving them access to studio equipment, how

to run a business and maintaining a healthy

lifestyle.

Involving his son Prince, they took part

in community marches and affiliated his or-

ganization to others promoting positive growth

within the community. Westside Health Au-

thority being one of those affiliates.

Included in his march for peace, he put

on Hip Hop shows in outdoor showcases to

HOOD

HOPE

MOVEMENT promote his ‘Stop the Violence’ message with-

in the hood he was raised. In doing so, he

acquired the assistance of The Real Rick

Ross, who became an affiliate to Hood Hope,

and many other powerful individuals to assist

in his mission.

Today? Real Deep has been blessed to

witness his own father’s powerful struggle with

the drugs that once tore apart Chiraq city

streets and his victory in recovery and re-

demption.

This city, home to violence and may-

hem, now has the residence of leaders such

as the honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan and

President Barak Obama.

And most importantly, he’s been truly

blessed with the opportunity to live and carry

on his legacy to his own family so that they

can hold his torch alongside him and walk the

true path of life.

Real deep!

Contact: hoodhopemovement@gmail.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/MondreaV

Facebook:

www.facebook.com/real.deep.75?fref=ts

Jorge Luis Saumell, CEO

www.facebook.com/MadmanEntFilms

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Jewelie Norales,Jewelie Norales,Jewelie Norales,

CEO & OwnerCEO & OwnerCEO & Owner

First Dime Music Production, out of Harlem, New

York is mastered by owner and CEO, Jewelie

Norales. This music production company is a book-

ing agency which creates events for a variety of art-

ists such as Old School, R&B, New School R&B, Hip

Hop, Reggae and POP.

First Dime Music Production also handles

the management of artists and specializes in retain-

ing, developing, organizing, promoting and book-

ing independent artists. Virtually connecting them

to an audience and organizing their overall busi-

ness strategies to shape futures.

A New York Native, Ms. Norales is of Hispan-

ic heritage and her parents were from Central

America Honduras. She began this business in the

1990’s as a collaborative and learning experience

through the business acumen of Shelah Carpenter

of International Music Relation (IMR). Dealing with

the international world and booking acts for many

artists, she has assisted many on creating their

events and helping their dreams come to reality.

Her duty and mission is for her clients to benefit

from an honest and simple way to do business in

the music industry.

In interviewing Ms. Norales, Nocturnal Void

Magazine wanted information concerning the re-

search of new artists. What specific things are they

looking for in doing so? “I don’t sign artists. I’m

more of a developer. But, I do look for commit-

ment, talent and nowadays with social media, I also

look for how many followers they have.”

With the path she’s chosen within the music

industry, there had to have been some obstacles.

Whether it be from gaining access to venues, expo-

sure or general management issues. What are

hers? “My real obstacle is dealing with promoters

and making sure the artists are paid and the shows

go on as followed.”

All inspiration for a dream begins when we

are touched by either something heard, seen or

personally experienced to where we are passion-

ately driven to move forward and achieve it. Ms.

Norales is no different in that understanding: “My

inspiration started with the love of music. I can’t

sing to save my life… Hahaha! But, I guess this is

my way of being in the middle of something I love

and making sure someone who has the talent is in-

spired to make their dreams come to fruition.

I’ve been doing this since the 90’s with a

good friend, Shelah Carpenter, and we started IMR

together. But it was more of an internationally-

based company. She did all of the traveling and

getting all promoters and clients internationally in

Germany, UK, Belgium. She also started a radio sta-

tion out there and it took off fairly quickly. She

booked artists such as Akon. But at the time,

I couldn’t travel. I had young children and didn’t

want to leave my day job. But, I continued to work

with her in doing all the paperwork here in the

states. Years passed and we continued to work

together and give each other advice. Then, I decid-

ed to go ahead and start First Dime. Which initially

was geared to be in state, but a lot of artists start-

ed to ask for international gigs.

Shelah and I still keep in contact today and

help each other out. I love her so much for being

bold to travel the country,

as a woman, and make

things happen as well as

showing me how to do it

right.

My partner now is

Linda Thomas out of Atlan-

ta and she has worked with

many record labels as well

as been part of the music

industry for many years.

She’s worked closely with

artists such as Bobby

Brown, Johnny Gill, Prince

and is close friends with

Emmanuel Lewis. You must interview both of

these women in the future! They both have shown

me so much and I will always be grateful. It’s not

easy in this industry for women, especially in the

international world. But we have managed and

make it happen every day.”

Many new artists moving forward within the

music industry are being faced with the problems

of exposure within mainstream media and having

their work aired and/or featured. With the way the

music industry is today, this difficulty can be very

hurtful to artists trying to reach that recognition

their music deserves. Why is this? “Because a lot

of these artists nowadays are not making real mu-

sic like back in the day. The labels are not listening.

Also, everyone has a label! We need more real mu-

sic to come back.”

In working so hard within the industry to

make others dreams come true, we often lose sight

of our own personal dreams. Are there any dreams

Ms. Norales would like for herself? “I’ve always

wanted to meet and work with Michael Jackson

and Whitney Houston, may they rest in peace. I’m

still learning to enjoy my days in this business and

still have a lot of people I

would love to meet. And

my job is never done! I’ve

been blessed to do a lot,

but there is still so much to

see and do.”

In conclusion, there

are many artists of varied

backgrounds and genres

of the music industry who

lose sight of where to go

and how to get things

done. With mainstream

media how it is today, they

often shelve their work

and the passion to move forward is lost. Ms.

Norales gives her words of encouragement:

“NEVER GIVE UP. IF YOU ARE BLESSED WITH THE

TALENT THEN THE SKIES ARE THE LIMIT! GOD

GAVE IT TO YOU! SO USE IT AND NEVER GIVE UP!”

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This multi-talented artist, Ces Smith, is an individual who has developed a sound which can keep even the most skeptic music

enthusiast enthralled.

Join M.Naja as she gets into the mind of this eclectic artist!

I’m here conversing with the amazing mu-

sical artist, Ces Smith! Now, your ta-

gline… We at Nocturnal Void Magazine

have never heard it before:

“Cosmoclectic = Eclectic SoundZ for Cos-

mopolitan SoulZ”. Please define this for

us and give a bit of background to this

term!

Funny you should ask. As artists we are

constantly required to specify a specific

genre. I’ve always felt boxed in by that as

I love to write and produce many different

kinds of music. At some point, I decided I

was going to make up my own word that

could hopefully sum up what I am creating

and who I am. So, if you blend the words

‘cosmopolitan’ and ‘eclectic’ you get

‘cosmoclectic’. Since I am fusing different

styles of music ranging from reggae,

Nujazz, R&B, Funk, Dance… just to name a

few, I figured this would mostly appeal to

cosmopolitan tastes. Or, meaning, people

who have a larger appreciation of music.

I have traveled a lot and lived in a

number of very different cultures, so I do

consider myself to be a cosmopolitan as

well. Music should not have limitations

and restrictions, but bring people of all na-

tionalities together. I also like the defini-

tion of the word cosmopolitan: ‘familiar

with and at ease in many different coun-

tries and cultures’.

Your song ‘We Got This (Love)’, single re-

lease from your upcoming album featur-

ing Cosmo Binghi and guitar samples by

Frank Stroobandt is smooth and has won-

derful elements to appeal to many. When

was this cut released and what is the his-

tory behind this song?

Thank you, M. So far we have only done a

soft release as I was waiting for the final

mix. I just received it last week and am

planning to officially release it a little later

this year. It will be available on all com-

mercial outlets such as itunes, etc. While I

currently have at last three albums worth

of music waiting to be mixed and mas-

tered, I am still trying to figure out what

the best approach about releasing them is.

I love being independent, but I think more

can be achieved with the right label. And I

am currently shopping around.

‘We Got This (Love)’ is about peo-

ple’s reactions to other people’s relation-

ships. Especially when they’re new and

just forming. I think we all have been

there. The minute you step out as this

new ‘entity’ everyone’s got something to

say about it. Your friends, your family,

even strangers. It gets worse when these

relationships are not what society ap-

proves of. Think of racism, people with

special needs and challenges, etc. I have a

video treatment in mind that shows differ-

ent, every day couples from all sorts of di-

verse backgrounds. Ultimately, no one

walks in your shoes or mine. To quote the

song: In the End Only Love Does Really Mat-

ter: Who you love is who you love.

In being a fairly new artist, are there any

challenges you’ve faced in getting expo-

sure or your music heard by mainstream?

I have not even scratched the surface of

that and love that you are saying ‘new’. I

have been writing songs since the age of

five. I just took a lot of time to experiment

and ultimately find my own voice. I turned

away two mainstream deals when I was

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very young because I felt I was not ready. I was

still searching for my own sound.

I was never interested in just being a pro-

ducer’s puppet. Mainstream is a big machine that

only plays and promotes certain artists. I think

it’s all about who you know and network with and

how strong the promotional team behind you is.

Right now, the best I can do is to constantly

evolve and improve. Just focus on the music.

The rest is not entirely up to me and I can’t worry

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I feel that I have something very unique to offer

and am confident that things will fall into place

somehow.

Very true statements and very inspiring! And

speaking of inspiration… Many artists claim they

are inspired by life, love, children, family or even

movies when they sit and create. Please give us

what influences your music.

It would certainly be the experiences I’ve had or

things I’ve either witnessed or gone through.

Things I’ve read, seen, heard or felt. Anything

that touches me or makes me think. Often this

can be several things at once that come out in

one song. I have to say that literally everything

can inspire me. The wind, a chance meeting, a

base line… It all depends very strongly on my

mood and surroundings. I am grateful that writ-

ing comes easy to a point that sometimes I delib-

erately push back new ideas so I can finish up a

project. Ultimately, love is the main inspiration

and the force which keeps all of us going.

Are there any events you covering that our read-

ers may look out for to see you perform?

Yes. I am currently performing locally and am

posting the dates on my facebook page. One of

the upcoming events I am really excited about

will be on September 27th and 28th called 100

Thousand Musicians/Poets for Change. On this

weekend there

will be

hundreds

of con-

certs and

readings

staging all

over the

planet and

in some of

the most exotic locations you can imagine. This is

an event where artists passionately express their

desires for the changes they want to see in this

world. It will be my third year doing this event

here in Florida and it’s a joy to work with so many

talented people who donate their time and re-

sources to make a positive impact. I hope to see

you there! But, if you’re not close to us, please

check the global site for an event near you!

On your Facebook page, www.facebook.com/

CesSmithOfficial, there’s a quote posted on June

9th which reads: “Music is so influential on the

brain that the type you listen to has the ability to

change the way you think and look at the

world.” It’s a very passionate statement in re-

gards to music artistry. What type of music has

influenced your image and sound?

How many pages can I get to answer this ques-

tion? The list of inspiring artists would be endless

and would turn your magazine into the size of a

phone book!

Vocally, I guess Jazz, Reggae, Funk and

Pop have left their imprint on me. But if I really

want to answer the question as to what kind of

music has influenced me… I would have to say

ALL music I’ve ever heard. Some more, some less

and some just as a marker to how I would not

want my music to sound.

There are artists out there who have many hid-

den talents they wish to share with the world.

Do you have other artistic goals in mind besides

music?

I have already started a book, but it is an ambi-

tious project that will require a lot of time to fin-

ish. So, I will save that for some years down the

road. I also like photography, design and paint-

ing.

What else can we expect to see from Ces Smith

in the future?

Hmmm… Another good question. Certainly

more music for people to dance to. Hopefully

some film and television placements. I also plan

to set up a foundation for orphans at some point.

Which is what motivates me to keep pushing.

Ultimately, no one knows what the future

holds. All I know is that making music isn’t a

choice. It’s an absolute necessity. I hope I can

spread a little happiness and inspiration. If I can

touch someone through what I am doing, it will

be a life well-lived.

M.

Would you like more information

about this artist?

Website:

www.cessmith.com

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/CesSmithOfficial

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The humble beginnings of many musical art-

ists begins quite simply: A love of music. Tiffany

Robinson is beginning to make her mark on the

world from just that. From the UK, this extraordi-

nary young woman has collaborated with the

efforts of Ceewurld of BOSS Media Entertainment

in Miami, Florida and plans to take it to the top!

M.Naja, CEO and Founder of Nocturnal Void Maga-

zine, in an exclusive interview with Tiffany delves

into how she is bringing this dream to reality!

M: Please tell our readers a bit about yourself and

what your music represents to you.

T: A bit about myself? Well, I am twenty and from

the UK. I live in a town called Kingston which is a

borough of London. I am also a full-time student

and I enjoy my courses thoroughly!

Music is so many different things to every-

one. But for me, it’s a number of things. I find it to

be quite a release and it’s also something I continu-

ously listen to.

M: With every dream and/or aspiration comes the

beginning. That first performance, that first stand-

ing ovation or first finished song written. What was

your most significant first where you felt this was

your chosen path?

T: I have been singing for a long time and I always

loved it. But, I’ve never had one of those single mo-

ments that made me realize this until last year

when I had written and recorded a song called

Watch Me Cry. I loved the whole process.

Then I started getting comments from eve-

ryone about how powerful they had found the

song. It wasn’t until that moment I had realized

this was something I wanted to do.

M: A Thousand Years is the song being promoted by

Ceewurld Entertainment Group. A video was re-

leased and is currently viewed from the UK to

America. It’s truly a soul-speaking piece. Tell us

your inspiration behind it.

T: I have always loved that song since it first came

out and many people have asked me to do a cover.

And, recently, in my life the song fit. I felt an

emotional connection to the song. The video for

me was a representation of going through time. I

was walking from one place to another. It was the

fact that I was getting a step closer each time.

M: What are you currently working on now?

T: At the moment I am working on getting a really

tight set list together so that I can perform live

more. So a lot of my time I spend rehearsing. How-

ever, I am always picking up new covers that I want

to try. I have also been writing a lot recently. I feel

quite inspired by everything and everyone sur-

rounding me at the moment. So the words have

just been pouring onto

the paper.

M: Are you performing

for any venues? If so,

what are the locations

so our readers may

search for your upcom-

ing performances?

T: I have a show on the

27th of September at

the Hailsham Pavilion

(Factor 2025) in which I sing There Are Worse Things

I Could Do from the movie ‘Grease’. This show will

also be performed in February in Central London.

In terms of just single singing gigs of covers and my

own material… Nothing as of yet. I do small sets

around the UK and you will often see me busking

on the Kingston High Street.

M: With most artists there’s not just one vision.

Many are multi-talented and have other hidden tal-

ents they’d like to share with the world. What are

yours?

T: I guess another talent I have would be Acting. I

am currently studying an Acting Course. It’s a mas-

sive passion of mine. I recently appeared in a show

called ‘Dead Ends’ in Camden (London) for two

nights. Which was brilliant. I played a vulgar old

lady called Miss Freeman who, quite frankly, I’ll

miss. However, I am often performing with my

school and should hopefully be taking another

piece to Edinburgh next year.

M: Susan Robinson is your Manager and you both

work together on the creative process. The saying:

“Your Mother is your best Manager and biggest

Fan.” Is definitely a true statement. Please give us

a little insight as to how it is working together and

her future plans for your career.

T: My Mother always has and always will have my

best interests at heart.

She is far from selfish

and always tries to find

a way to help me more

than she already does.

Working together on a

professional level is a

little different. Some-

times I can se the wor-

ried woman that my

mother is creeping in,

but she always has her

woman at work head on. She is beyond organized,

so she makes my life a hell of a lot easier.

Future plans for us both will eventually be

coming to the US and meeting some of the brilliant

people we’ve got to know these last couple of

weeks/months.

M: You have a Youtube subscription which features

your work and the venues you’ve performed at.

How did this all come together and how are fans

reacting to your work?

T: I started up my Youtube account a very long

time ago. It was more of a mere joke between my-

self and friends. Then, I started to take it seriously

and really wanted to try and develop the videos I

would be putting up there. My fans love it! It’s a

way of listening to my music without me actually

being there. It’s also a way of getting to know me

and my voice in the comforts of your car or home.

M: With every artist there are obstacles. It could

be location, transportation, recognition within

mainstream media or even venue access. Are there

any obstacles for you? And if so, how are you work-

ing through them?

T: Obstacles are always very tricky. I’d say for me a

main obstacle at the moment would be my studying

and trying to juggle life between singing and keep-

ing my grades where they are. It’s difficult. I find it

hard to make time for everything that I need to do,

but I find that with a checklist it makes my life easi-

er.

M: If there were something you’d like to tell the

world about yourself and your music, what would it

be?

T: I’m a very average twenty-year-old girl from the

UK. I have brown hair, I’m quite short and I have a

passion for music like nothing else.

For me, it’s just music!

There is nothing in this world that can make me

quite happy than someone telling you that a song

you wrote brought them to tears or made them

happy. If I can touch at least a few people each

time I cover or write, then for me, that’s successful!

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DeterminationDeterminationDetermination

JCity is a focused and dedicated young man

who’s committed to taking the world in his hands

one mic at a time…

M: Please explain for our readers who JCity A

Ballerbellyentartist is in the Hip Hop Industry.

JCity: JCity’s a Hip Hop Artist That Doesn’t Stop

Growing As One. What he is in the Hip Hop Industry

is an Artist first and foremost. As of now, I’m play-

ing a CEO role to fellow artists DOODA, DJP & OE,

which two of the three are going through legal

problems.

He markets his own and his labels

(BallerBellyEntertainment). Logos, clothing, hats.

Myself and the label are always looking to expand

and reach out to more outlets within the industry.

M: Can you give us some informational background

about BallerBellyEntertainment and what it pro-

vides for its clientele?

JCity: BallerBellyEnt provides an outlet to the com-

munity as well as the U.S. music-wise. We take

young adults who aren’t going down the right path

and give them something to do. A hobby, a dream,

something to believe in or something to keep them

off the streets.

Other than this, we provide studio time for a

reasonable cost, video also as well as information

to keep on the right path. To do their own music

and begin a career for themselves as well as the la-

bel.

M: In choosing this path, there had to have been

some obstacles. What are some of them and how

did you manage?

JCity: We’ve been laughed at. Started out at the

bottom like most. Not good quality in video foot-

age as well as recording quality in the beginning.

We took on the challenge of getting out to the

community for support. Asking for fans to buy CD’s

all through our hometown of Wisconsin as well as

in Chicago and New York. This helped us to make

enough funds to get all new equipment and up-

grade everything. NOW THEY SALUTE US. They

have no choice but to see the grind and determina-

tion. We have pictures posted of us out of town

and also in town selling products and getting

great results.

There was also a road block to where it

was felt this music probably wouldn’t go any-

where. Like it was being done for nothing. But

we all motivated each other and in our own ways

kept it going. Now, that’s what a team is for!

M: Are there any current events you are hosting

or a part of? Where can our readers find infor-

mation about them?

JCity: As most of the group are going through le-

gal problems, there aren’t any events happening

as of now. But people can always follow JCITY

The One That Hasn’t Stopped Working For the

Team and see what’s coming in the future. Twit-

ter name: @JCITY16.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/

JCITY/172483432822589

M: With everything you’re a part of, what kind of

goals have you set for your future as an artist?

JCity: The main goal is generating as much money

as possible to fund future projects. We love music

and don’t plan on stopping. We aren’t so much

interested in fame, but would love to have mil-

lions of fans.

M: Who have you had the pleasure of working

with in the industry to help you on your path to

success?

JCity: As of famous artists? It’s just two well-

known artists out of Milwaukee. Coo Coo Cal, the

Composer of “My Projects”, was humble enough

to do a song and give advice to us as well as Ray

Nitti the Composer of “Bow”.

M: Have you worked with any female Hip Hop

Artists? If so, what has your experience been in

working with them versus male Hip Hop Artists?

JCity: We’ve worked with a few female artists and

they’ve done a fine job. Some female artists take

a little more time than male artists. Some are fast-

er. Some female artists are also somewhat shy

when ready to record and some aren’t.

Overall, we do our best to make female

artists welcome and comfortable.

M: With the way the Hip Hop Industry is today,

we find it’s very difficult for some new artists to

have their music reach mainstream recognition.

Why do you think this is?

JCity: We believe it’s a long process of work, mar-

keting, pushing yourself and networking. Not

much comes overnight, so you have to come up

with catchy music that has great beats and vocals

to them. Anyone can make it mainstream, they

just have to get out for people to hear their craft.

They have to get out everywhere and engage with

their fans.

M: Who are those individuals who’ve inspired you

on your path and why?

JCity: All artists who’ve made it to become suc-

cessful in the music industry are who inspire us.

The ones who overcame a lot and kept doing

what they had to do to become successful. ‘Cause

Lord knows there’s plenty ups and downs before

the dream becomes reality.

M: So many artists out there want to do what you

do. Can you give them some words according to

your experiences on how to keep up the momen-

tum and follow their goals?

JCity: Never give up. Keep working. Always have

confidence and determination. Don’t listen to any

down-talk, but take all criticism. Good and bad.

Then fix what your listeners want you to.

And always invest in yourself. Market your-

self. Promote yourself. Push yourself and keep

high hopes that on day it will all pay off.

Twitter: @JCITY16

Facebook:

BallerBellyEntertainment:

www.facebook.com/BallerBellyEnt

JCITY:

https://www.facebook.com/pages/

JCITY/172483432822589

PHOTO CREDITS:

(Far Right): JCity and the battle rapper Loaded Lux

in Harlem, New York at Harlem Week.

(Center): JCity, Emmanuel Beachem & DJ Marley

Marl In Bronx, New York.

(Far Left): JCity and DJ Scratch.

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Sheri LevittSheri Levitt

Nocturnal Void Magazine would

like to present the beautiful and talent-

ed, Sheri Levitt!

Being the first female DJ to be

nominated for MISS CALIFORNIA, she's a

force to be reckoned with! She tells our

CEO/Founder, M.Naja, in this exclusive

interview of her experiences of her

events in LA, Miami and New York as well

as her aspirations within the music indus-

try!

M: Sheri, please tell our readers who you are

and what you do in the Music Industry.

Sheri: I started out as a DJ in late 2010 with the

help of my brother who was working within the

music industry. I fell in love with it. I am now

producing mostly Deep House and Trap music,

but I would like to get more into Hip Hop.

I’m also currently working on my first EP!

M: That’s wonderful! You were the first female

DJ nominated for Miss California! Truly amaz-

ing! How did this come about and what were

some of your experiences?

Sheri: I was living in Los Angeles before travel-

ing and playing music up until late 2014. I re-

ceived an mail one day and, at first, didn’t think

it was real. But it was! I couldn’t make it be-

cause of scheduling issues, but it was definitely

an honor!

M: Understanding the Music Entertainment In-

dustry is mostly dominated by men, how did

you handle this and were there any obstacles

faced while on your journey?

Sheri: Yes. The industry is male dominated, but

EDM is open to all genders, race, religions, ethnici-

ties and sexual orientation. If you’re a good per-

former and have a good attitude, the industry is

extremely welcoming.

Once I was really comfortable with my skill

set, a lot of friends in the industry were willing to

help. And, because it’s a male-dominated industry,

other women who love EDM are really open to see-

ing other women with an individual style perform.

So, I’m grateful for my EDM fam!

Personally, I feel that some of the best in

the industry are women. I really love Audrey Napo-

leon and Anna Lunoe. They are such awesome

women with amazing tastes in music.

M: That’s inspiring! What events have you taken

part in and are there some future events our read-

ers can look forward to seeing?

Sheri: I’ve played a lot of underground events in

Los Angeles, Miami and once in New York. Under-

ground Deep House venues have the best vibes, for

sure!

More recently, I’ve been playing a lot in Chi-

cago because although I was born in Los Angeles,

my family now lives there. I also feel that there

aren’t as many women in the industry out there.

That definitely needs to change!

I will be playing at Midwest Wonderland on

September 13th and I’m really excited to be playing

a completely different set unlike anything I’ve

played before. I’m also extremely nervous, though!

M: When people are passionate about something,

they are inspired to move further and test them-

selves to obtain higher goals. What are the future

goals you’ve set for yourself in the industry?

Sheri: My main goal has just been to continue to

travel as much as possible and do what I love!

I’ve dreamed about just traveling and play-

ing venues about a year ago. It’s funny because

every so often I’ll complain about sleeping in air-

ports or hotels. Complain about missing a flight,

etc. But then I’ll laugh at myself because I really

have nothing to complain about!

The one thing I would love to play is a Mad

Decent Block Party or HARD on day. But, my ulti-

mate dream, is to play a Boiler Room set!

WANT TO KNOW MORE

ABOUT THIS ARTIST

AND HER MUSIC?

Soundcloud:

https://soundcloud.com/levittateee

Twitter:

https://twitter.com/levittateee

Prepared by MagCloud for Ces Smith. Get more at nocturnalvoid.magcloud.com.