PRINCE OCKI, Is an artist born in New York & raised in THE BRONX. As a young boy he fell in love with the art of entertainment. Being poor and suffering from the environment of poverty there were limited choices for the youth to pick from. Killing talent shows & entertaining crowds of people had become his niche. This channel is a continued journey of his musical therapy. Stay tuned in.
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Richmond, Virginia, is the backdrop for a gripping new documentary, “Surviving Andre,” set to release on August 16, 2024. Filmed by Vzual Films, the documentary chronicles the harrowing experience of Nkese Hayes as she navigates the aftermath of being scammed by notorious con man Andre Vann aka Gepetto Jackson . With the creative support of Bone The Mack, this film promises to reveal the deep emotional and financial scars left by Vann’s deceit after he scammed her family of all their life savings. After trying to get legal justice to no avail , Ms Hayes has decided to take matters into her hands and is on a quest to tell her story publicly in hopes of creating awareness and eventually ending his 20 plus years of scamming innocent people . She hopes to put an end to the long list of victims all over the country .
For Nkese Hayes, this project is a significant diversion from her career as a psych nurse practitioner . She is well aware of the mental health repercussions victims endure from Andre’s crimes . Andre is one of many imposters who use celebrities and their identity to scam unsuspecting victims . This issue has become very prevalent in the music industry and can be mentally and emotionally devastating to his victims .
The documentary is a personal and professional milestone for Hayes, as she steps into the role of storyteller , victim , warrior, and advocate. By sharing her story, she aims to shed light on the pervasive problem of scams in the industry, hoping to prevent others from falling victim to similar schemes.
“Surviving Andre” not only delves into the specifics of Nkese’s ordeal but also explores the broader impact on her family and community. The journey of documenting this story was transformative for Hayes, offering a platform for healing and awareness. She invites anyone who has had dealings with Andre Vann to come forward, hoping that their collective voices will amplify the message of resilience and caution. This compelling narrative is poised to resonate with many, providing both a cautionary tale and a beacon of hope for all who have endured similar experiences.
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Jimii N°1 brings a song of Hope to All
By Jenna Gengler
Jimii N°1, is a multi-talented creative, as well as a man on a mission to spread love and hope in this world. Through a long and bountiful career, he has been able to touch the hearts and minds of many. Whether it was on the production team of The Oprah Show, one of his many roles in the theatrical world, or a new song of his own creation, he always finds a way to share his message.
In his most recent endeavor to remind people that their lives matter, Jimii N°1 has released the song “My Wish” alongside a powerful music video. It was the last song added to the collection and feels it might be the most important.
“My Wish” was inspired by the struggle of a young person seeking to “come out” and needing guidance, hoping for parental acceptance of their sexuality. Understanding that this world often oppresses, and constantly challenges everyone and everything, I wanted to support her and tell her that, “Whatever happens, she needs to be grounded in her own feelings, and to let “Love” be her guide.”
The song, though inspired by a single person’s experience, is meant to remind anyone, especially those struggling to come out or finding theirselves not being accepted for their race, gender, gender identity, ethnicity, disability, religion or otherwise, that there is LOVE in the World. “Love is Unconditional.”
The video of this song features a collection of imagery from Jimii’s personal life, and journeys, as well as his long standing project of photographing Pride Festivals for more than 20 years.
“The imagery in this video goes hand in hand with what drove me to put together this song, and the album as a whole. These are the images that spoke to me and my heart.”
From a playful group photo, taken of children hanging out in the park by the parade, to a powerful image of Jesus, standing defiantly amongst a protesting crowd and many more.
These photos show a world filled with hope, love, possibility and positivity.
“It’s a shame,” said Jimii. “No one should have to live their life, feeling hate
and challenges that accompany it. I hope my music can show the positive impact that we can have on the people who need us the most. ”You are loved,” Jimii states. “There are many who are praying for you, and doing what they can to make things better.” Gods Love is Unconditional. Man’s should be too.
Following the release of “My Wish” and it’s beautiful music video, JImii hopes to continue spreading a message of acceptance and love with everyone that he can.
“I am currently working on a play and recording a few more songs,” he explained. “I hope my work can bring healing to anyone who needs it.” Jimii N°1 hopes the rest of his year will bring more spaces for him to perform, as he shares the message of love, acceptance and harmony.
Be sure to stay tuned in to Jimii N°1 on various platforms for new music, visuals and social posts.
My Wish: https://youtu.be/kFQGsRaXqpQ?si=55GY2ObEGMY29J1a
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7FbOP81MAX3lQnEDEeonGT?si=T1pDfsVAQoarcICTpQZYSw
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