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Join us this Friday to raise money to assist the families of the Pulse Orlando attack victims at the More Love Less Hate Benefit Show presented by So Fly Management at iLounge, located at 1287 Glenwood Ave SE # D, Atlanta, GA. The show will include LGBTQ and allied entertainers. Hosted by Diamond Kesawn, Editor-in-Chief of Raynbow Affair Magazine, the show will feature comedians Kia Comedy, Storhm Artiste and Blu Mutha. Musical performances will include Tyra B, Jeda Sky, Veronica Lynn, Khaos Da Rapper and B. Edge. Proceeds from the Benefit Show will be donated to the OneOrlando Fund.
"I couldn't let the day pass without sending my condolences and addressing possible catalyst for this tragic situation. I lived in Orlando for years, and I've been to Pulse several times. I cannot imagine the hurt and disbelief they are experiencing. My heart is with Pulse Orlando." -
Kia Comedy, Activist/Comedienne
At least 50 people were killed and 50 more wounded in Orlando, Florida where a gunman went on a horrific shooting spree at Orlando's Pulse Nightclub. Gay clubs hold a significant place in LGBTQ history. They were often the only safe gathering place and this horrific act strikes directly at our sense of safety. Far too many Orlando families lost their loved ones in a deplorable act of violence.
The More Love Less Hate Benefit Show will include LGBTQ and allied entertainers. Hosted by Diamond Kesawn, Editor-in-Chief of Raynbow Affair Magazine, the show will feature comedians Kia Comedy, Storhm Artiste and Blu Mutha. Musical performances will include Tyra B, Jeda Sky, Veronica Lynn, Khaos Da Rapper, Steezo Da Champ, and B. Edge.
Proceeds from this site and the Benefit Show will be donated to OneOrlando Fund. The Fund was announced by Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer as a way to help respond to the needs of the community, now and in the time to come, after the effects of the Pulse tragedy. The Fund will assist nonprofit organizations supporting the victims and families and the LGBTQ, Hispanic, and other affected communities. It will also help investigate the underlying causes of the tragic event and other needs as they arise.
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The name Diamond Kesawn speaks for itself. He has grown the DKP Platform with rapid success. The DKP brand now touches Radio, Television and Internet. DiamondKesawn also serves as the Editor In Chief for Raynbow Affair Magazine which has allotted for his imprint to reach Print Media. DiamondKesawn has crossed over to Mainstream Media and Multi Regional Recognition.
DiamondKesawn has expanded his reach from only media to now producing in multiple outlets to include, Theatre, Web Series, Film and Television. The Self Made Media Socialite is dedicated to the continued Growth and the Development of himself, DKP the Brand, RAmag and the Brands of those he will touch.
editor-in-chief, RAYNBOW AFFAIR MAGAZINE
Kia McCall Barnes, also known as Kia Comedy, is an Atlanta based LGBTQ comedian who is currently touring with her signature “Queer Comedy” shows. She is also the host of SVTV Network’s “Queer Comedy Jam,” which features some of the country’s best LGBTQ comedians. Kia uses her entertainment platform to encourage acceptance, diversity, and unity in all communities. She does so by sharing her experiences growing up in church, as an educator, as number 11 of 12 siblings, and as a married lesbian in an interracial relationship in the South. Kia recently completed a Fulbright Research Fellowship to study abroad in Belize, and her research is published and implemented in American curricula and potentially in classrooms throughout the country. Kia is a speaker for Georgia Equality and an advocate and activist in the LGBTQ community. Simply put, Kia Comedy is not just jokes. Keep up to catch Kia coming to a stage near you.
Just a country girl from Alabama... Who's dream she thought was playing basketball and so she did. She started very young being as though her family was deeply rooted in sports. She also played volleyball and ran track. She never found fulfillment in sports however she still gave them her best. While playing professionally in Sweden she received the opportunity to play in the WNBA. With that decision in mind she decided that she no longer wanted to live for the lights. She finally decided against others wishes to pursue her life long passion of becoming a performing artist. Now instead of sweating on the courts, she is sweating on the stages...
Tyra Bolling, better known as Tyra B, is a dedicated singer-songwriter-performer. She's best known for her Top 40 R&B singles "Country Boy," "Still in Love" and "Givin' Me a Rush" which is her biggest single to date. With her sexuality always being questioned from the start, Bolling had this to say. "I want to overcome the stigma of homosexuality within the music industry, especially for black women and help open the door for other artists like me." Currently, she is working on her debut EP, Tysexual which is set to release independently in 2016. The album's first single, "Tease" official video premiered on March 31, 2015. A follow up single, "Hardly Ever" is slated to be released in April 2016.
Jeda Sky began writing music at the age of the age of 14, and has been in a committed relationship with music ever since. She joined several rap groups, mostly all male, and had to prove herself lyrically. Jeda became a solo artist and started heavily performing at open mics, festivals, and celebrity events. Jeda also used her creativity to write and produce the web series, “Mainstream Flawed.” The self-funded project starred her as the main character, a lesbian artist struggling with the acceptance of her peers while trying to break into a male-dominated industry. Jeda Sky will release her debut album entitled From Her to Me in the Fall, featuring her single, “Lift Off." She is currently being sought after nationally for upcoming shows and gaining momentum rapidly, being recognized for her songwriting, acting skills, and unique flow.
Hailing from Fort Dodge, IA, Veronica Lynn started singing at the age of 4. As the daughter of a pastor, she sang in the church choir as a child. It was during her time of incarceration that Veronica realized the power of her voice. After being sentenced to 13 years in a federal prison for aiding and abetting an armed bank robbery, she continued to sing in her cell, permeating the building with her powerful voice. Veronica served five years and returned to her hometown and sang with the Hawk City Huskaz. Desiring better opportunities for her singing career, she packed up all of her belongings and with $300 in her pocket, moved to Atlanta. She is now focused on releasing her debut EP, expressing herself through her music that she hopes will inspire others. Inspired by musical influences such as CeCe Winans, Mariah Carey and Whitney Houston, she writes from the heart about love and relationships. Veronica Lynn has the natural ability to connect with her fans and is ready to share her music with the world.
In a world of emcees KHAOS DA RAPPER emerges as a talent whose main focus is to breathe a breath of fresh air into a polluted class of female rappers. Khaos added the epithet, "Da Rapper" to her name because people would often ask, "Are you a rapper or a singer?" In all actuality she's both plus an engineer, producer, writer, and most recently CEO of her own production company called BOOMBOXMUZIC. The Jersey bred - Atlanta based emcee's voice is completely unique and will stand out amongst any rapper thus far. She has been compared to the late great Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes, Da Brat, and Lauren Hill, while these artist are defiantly inspiration to DA RAPPER after listening you'll agree Khaos has a style all her own. "THE BETTER VERSIONS" a mixtape (March 2009) will be her first mixtape project revealing her unique style, voice, and eclectic music taste over known beatz. This follows "REALITY T.V." her 1st SOLO album (2008) that featured hit singles like "LODDYPOP"and "Da FAME." Music notables have been quoted by saying "KHAOS is the truth! And it's been along time coming." This year marks the year of the female rapper and KHAOS DA RAPPER is ready to stake her claim.
Born on Nov.1st 1989 in Griffin, GA., B. Edge was raised in Clayton Co. She began playing the piano at the age of 8 and first starting writing at age 10. She recorded her first song at the young age of 17. At the age of 18, she landed her first modeling gig after auditioning for John Roberts Studios in Atlanta. Shortly after, she suppressed her dreams to join the United States Army. After serving two components for 6 1/2 years, she is now "BACK AND IM BETTA."
"The brutal reality that jarred Orlando’s LGBT community, and the entire nation, is something that LGBT have always experienced, as gay and lesbian bars and clubs have been targeted in the past by those who harbor hate toward LGBT people. And it’s a reminder — whatever the motives — of the animus against us, and the ever present danger, with which we still live."
So Fly Management, a company specializing in the cultivation of entertainment and art of many mediums, through event planning, artist and brand development, and promotional campaigns, is humbled and honored to provide a medium of artistry to support the families and victims of Pulse Orlando. Clients of So Fly Management were personally affected by the attack and the call to action was answered by organizing a fundraiser. Please join us this Friday to raise money to assist the families of the Pulse Orlando attack victims at the More Love Less Hate Benefit Show. If you are unable to attend the show, please make a donation on this site to be donated to the OneOrlando Fund.
