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Mr. Sea
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...
MILENE
NAJA
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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far has transpired by
the times of God.
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HOPE
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 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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HOOD
HOPE
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
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!”
Cosmoc l e c t i cCosmoc l e c t i cCosmoc l e c t i c
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
about it too
much.
While eve-
ry musi-
cian wants
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ly a small
percent-
age will
get mainstream exposure. Regardless of quality.
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
A Thousand Years . . .A Thousand Years . . .A Thousand Years . . .
TIFFANYTIFFANYTIFFANY
ROBINSONROBINSONROBINSON
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!
grindgrindgrind
&&&
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.
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
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