Artist Todd Buckner

Surrealist in Las Vegas

Todd Buckner is an accomplished artist who is inspired by surrealist painters like Salvador Dali. 

Todd lives and works in Las Vegas, and has been producing artwork of different kinds for 20 years. He has broad experience as a commercial graphic artist in the casino and gambling industry.

Todd specialises in surrealism and comic characters, as well as paintings of famous singers and musicians.

To create his artworks Todd uses traditional media like oil and acrylic paints, as well as digital media including Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Corel Draw and MS Office.

Websites:

• Mitchellbuckner.com
• Justjart.com

Social Links:

• Linkedin.com/pub/m-todd-buckner

Links on beOnTheScene.com:

• Todd Buckner profile page

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Rock band on a mission: Earth Prayer

High Energy Rockers

Earth Prayer are a London based four-piece playing high-energy rock influenced by Deep Purple, Janis Joplin and the Stones.

Wowing the crowds wherever they play, Earth Prayer are building up a strong following and some great media coverage.

They have played at the Rhythm Festival in Bedfordshire, the Overthrow Festival, and many top London venues like the 100 Club and Proud Camden as well at the Cavern in Liverpool.

The name of the band comes from an ancient American Indian chant called Earth Prayer and the Sunset.

Lead vocals in the band are handled by Heidi Jo Hines, an Anglo-American with a soulful voice and great stage presence. Their songs are about life, love and strength and always have a positive message.

Earth prayer have had some great reviews from media including BBC Radio Cambridgeshire and Altsounds.

Their debut album is called Nine Days which incidentally is the time it took to record it.

Links on beOnTheScene.com:

• Earth Prayer profile page

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Listen to Will Sid Smith's Radio Show

Radio Rhythms

Tune in to singer songwriter Will Sid Smith when he takes to the airwaves on Friday 21 December.

Be sure to catch Will's radio show on Redfluxradio.com on Friday at 8.00pm UK time.

He will be playing an eclectic mix of music by himself and artists like Annaca, Donna Destri, the Lectures and the Duel.

Seventeen year-old Will already has an impressive catalogue of original songs and has been playing gigs around Kent and in London for three years.

When he was 14, Will was inspired by the guitar playing on a KT Tunstall song called Immune, and took up lessons. Soon after, Will started writing his own material and began playing to audiences. 

But he actually began singing seriously when he was just six years old, in competitions, as part of a choir, and then as a soloist. 

Will's main influences are songwriters like Michelle Branch and John Shanks, but he enjoys all types of music, particularly Tyler Hilton, Kate Voegele, Paramore, The Goo Goo Dolls and Avril Lavigne. 

London Summer Jam described his sound as "smooth pop with an edge" and Punk Globe magazine compared him to the late, great singer songwriter Jeff Buckley. 

Website:

• Willsidsmith.com

Music:

• Justjamit.com/will_sid_smith
• Soundcloud.com/willsidsmith
• Reverbnation.com/willsidsmith

Videos:

• Youtube.com/willsidsmith

Social Links:

• Facebook.com/willsidsmith
• Twitter.com/WillSidSmith
• Myspace.com/willSIDsmith

Media Coverage:

• Punkglobe.com

Links on beOnTheScene.com:

• Will Sid Smith profile page

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Producer and Songwriter Ayu Lestari

Le*Star is Shining

Producer, songwriter and performer Ayu Lestari also known as the artist Le*Star, is going places in the music industry.

As an artist, Ayu aims to exercise her true passion of telling stories through music based on her life experiences. 

Through her music - which encompasses the styles of R&B, Soul, Hip Hop and Pop - Ayu aims to inspire, empower and connect with people. 

As a music producer, Ayu wants to be a high-profile professional in the male-dominated world of studios and mixing desks. 

Inspired by Missy Elliott, one of the few famous female music producers, Ayu wants to follow her lead and help to show that women can excel in music production as well as men can. As a producer, Ayu would like to work with stars like Alicia Keys, Mary J. Blige and Sade. 

Ayu's musical influences are Quincy Jones, The Neptunes, Swizz Beatz, Kanye West, Ryan Leslie, Missy Elliott and Timbaland. Currently based in New York City, USA, Ayu's home town is Rotterdam in the Netherlands. 

Wikipedia:

• Wikipedia.org/wiki/User:AyuLestari

Media Coverage:

• The Entrepreneur - Holland

Music:

• Soundcloud.com/le-star

Videos:

• Youtube.com/user/AyuLestari

Social Links:

• Facebook.com/1LeStar
• Twitter.com/AyuLestari
• Linkedin.com/in/ayulestari

Links on beOnTheScene.com:

• Ayu Lestari profile page

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Personal Training With Garth Delikan

The Lifestyle Guy

Garth Delikan is The Lifestyle Guy, a personal trainer, kickboxing instructor and nutritionist.

He has been running his lifestyle business since the year 2000, before which Garth ran his own media agency in London’s Carnaby Street. 

Garth has built up an extensive number of clients for his lifestyle business in the West End of London, specifically in Mayfair, Knightsbridge, Kensington and Chelsea.

He offers half-hour sessions which are highly focused, intense and tailored to the specific fitness level of each client.

During their sessions, Garth's clients work through combined exercises that involve free weights, combat moves and body weight resistance to produce enhanced body conditioning and re-shaping.

As an extra service, Garth provides nutritional advice backed up with ongoing support by phone and email.

Website:

• www.thelifestyleguy.co.uk

Videos:

• youtube.com/user/thelifestyleguytv

Social Links:

• facebook.com/thelifestyleguy
• twitter.com/thelifestyleguy
• uk.linkedin.com/in/lifestyleguy
• slideshare.net/thelifestyleguy
• paper.li/lifestyleguy
• bookapt.com/userprofile/garth-delikan

Links on beOnTheScene.com:

• Garth Delikan profile page

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Actress Amber-Rose May launches theatre group

New Theatre Enterprise 

Amber-Rose May is an actress, theatre practitioner and facilitator who has launched a theatre company which brings performing arts to young audiences. 

Called Floods of Ink, this new enterprise writes its own productions and holds shows at schools and arts venues to wide acclaim from the young people and school staff.

When they are at the venue, the group often hold workshops before their performance to gain maximum participation from the audience.

To make the theatre group as successful as possible, Amber-Rose gets involved in numerous activities both on stage and behind the scenes:

• Dramaturge (research and development of theatrical productions)
• Writing
• Performing (dance, acting, singing)
• Directing
• Arts management

With broad experience of acting, Amber-Rose has previously performed in theatrical productions at the Playhouse Theatre Cheltenham and the Edinburgh Fringe.

In addition to her theatrical experience, Amber-Rose is also an experienced model.

Websites:

• www.floodsofink.co.uk
• www.amber-rose-may.co.uk

Videos:

• youtube.com/floodsofink

Social Links:

• twitter.com/amberrosemay
• uk.linkedin.com/pub/amber-rose-may

Links on beOnTheScene.com:

• Amber-Rose May profile page

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Channel 4 success for TV Presenter Ross Fiddes

Popular Presenter

Live updates by TV presenter Ross Fiddes for Channel 4 as part of Global Entrepreneurship Week have racked up over 20,000 views in just one week.

Business start ups in London have been quizzed by Ross Fiddes as part of a successful series of live updates for the Channel 4 website, one of which you can see here.

The updates show the benefits of starting your own business by discussing different business activities with the people doing them and seeing the results.

Recently described by 4Talent as having star quality and an infectious personality, Ross has a wide range of presenting experience, from live awards ceremonies to short documentaries. He also has experience with auto-cue and talk-back.

In addition to his on screen persona, Ross has experience behind the camera, having worked as a runner for CBBC, Blue Peter, Eastenders and Renegade Pictures.

Presenting Activities in 2012:

• TV Presenter- For 3 Minutes- Channel 4
• TV Presenter- Live Music Showcase- Beonthescene.com
• TV Presenter- Music Interview- Beonthescene.com
• TV Presenter- Persona Tutorial- Persona
• Presenter- Live Music Event- Beonthescene.com
• Presenter- UK Unsigned Chart Showcase- Youth Digital Network

Presenting Activities in 2011:

• TV Presenter- For 3 Minutes- Channel 4
• TV Presenter- Incoming- Ravensbourne College
• TV Presenter- Student Living- Studentcooking.tv
• Presenter- Live A&A Awards Ceremony- Kingston University
• Presenter- Top40MusicUKOfficial- Youtube

Videos:

• Youtube.com/rossfiddes

Social Links:

• Facebook.com/RossFiddesTV
• Twitter.com/RossFiddes

Links on beOnTheScene.com:

• Ross Fiddes profile page

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Brooke's Love Not War Campaign for UK Schools

Spreading the Message

Singing sensation Brooke Borg is visiting schools across the UK to perform her music and have motivational discussions with teenagers. 

Fifty schools are being offered the chance to get a performance from 18 year-old Brooke and her band, followed by an inspirational discussion led by Brooke on topics such as:

• Determination and persistence
• Dealing with bullies
• Working in teams
• Self belief and achieving goals

In this campaign, called Love Not War, Brooke will be sharing her own experiences so that young people can get ideas and inspiration to boost them on to achieve success. Teachers and school department heads can apply for one of these free events through Brooke's website here.

From the Mediterranean island of Malta, Brooke is now based in London. She is a natural performer with a great stage presence, an excellent voice and memorable songs that cover a range of soulful pop and R&B styles.

Inspired by soul singers such as Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin and Roberta Flack, Brooke also appreciates the emotional styles of Italian opera singers like Caruso, Giorgia and Alex Baroni.

Brooke and her band have supported Euro pop stars like Taio Cruz, Laura Pausini and collaborated with the singer Tony Maeillo.

In addition to singing, Brooke works in Mainland Europe as a TV presenter for shows like Little Ones, an Italian children's programme. She is also a published model and has been the chosen face of a New Look campaign.

Website:

• www.brookemusic.com

Videos:

• Love Not War Campaign
• Love Not War - Brooke on Affari Taghna
• Forget You - Brooke and the Kicksters live at Troubadour in London
• Fairytale - Official Music Video
• Echo - Tony Maiello featuring Brooke

Social Links:

• facebook.com/brookemusicfan
• twitter.com/brookemusic
• myspace.com/brookeborg
• flickr.com/photos/brookemusic

Links on beOnTheScene.com:

• Brooke profile page

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Music Producer Denis G

Sound Supremo

Denis G is a man on a mission to help singers and bands get the best possible sound for their recordings. 

A talented musical craftsman, Denis G enjoys working with music artists, helping them to create great music in his own London studio where he also makes sound tracks for movies and TV commercials.

Experienced in a range of musical genres, Denis is equally at home producing rock, rap, R&B or pop. When it comes to playing instruments, Denis is adept at the guitar, bass, drums and keyboards.

Denis has an eclectic mix of musical influences including Pink, Prince, the Foo Fighters, Maroon 5, Tinie Tempah and Steely Dan.

In the studio Denis helps his music industry clients make the best possible recordings by personally supplying the whole range of studio skills, from producer, composer and arranger to sound engineer.

Denis has been running Gadget Studios in the heart of London since the year 2000 and through his studio skills has helped many artists along the road to success in the music industry.

Website:

• www.gadgetstudios.co.uk

Videos:

• Introduction video for Gadget Studios
• In and Out - Gadget Studios
• Gadget Studios Video

Social Links:

• myspace.com/gadgetstudio
• uk.linkedin.com/pub/denis-g

Links on beOnTheScene.com:

• Denis G profile page

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Model Danica McDonald

Passion for Fashion

Danica McDonald is a model with dedication, a professional approach and an outgoing personality.

Dani enjoys the buzz of modelling work and loves being in the presence of people with positive energy.

Her fun and creative personality shines through when she is in front of a camera.

Comfortable with formal or urban styles, Dani also enjoys modelling outrageous clothing and make up.

With a strong passion for fashion, Dani is involved in fashion design as well as modelling.

Her modelling work has been published in:

• FabaFriq Magazine Launch issue (October 2011)
• Black Hair Magazine Christmas Edition (December/Jan 2012)
• Black Beauty Magazine (March/April issue 2012)

Dani enjoys taking part in the fashion shows at beOnTheScene events.

Links on beOnTheScene.com:

• Danica McDonald profile page

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Get involved in the next Mark Villarosa production

Villarosa Video Venture

Here is your chance to participate in a new music video by the singer and musician.

Rocker Mark Villarosa is planning to create a video for his song Raining in London, and is keen to receive ideas for a storyline or theme from people who like his music.

So if you want to get involved in this video venture, just listen to the song and post your ideas in the comment box on the blog on his website here.

Mark is based in London where he performs regular gigs with his band. His sound is energy-charged classic rock combined with Latin styles.

From Manila in the Philippines, Mark puts his heart and soul into his shows, drawing his influences from music gods such as The Police, U2 and Pearl Jam.

Website:

• www.markvillarosa.com

Videos:

• Raining in London
• Hangover
• Minsan
• On ABS CBN's Balitang Europe
• Live on Brooklands Radio - Fall from Favour (Burning Briars)

Social Links:

• uk.myspace.com/markvillarosa
• uk.linkedin.com/pub/mark-villarosa

Links on beOnTheScene.com:

• Mark Villarosa profile page

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Fashion Designer Milina Imrichova

Designing fresh new styles

Milina Imrichova is a fashion designer with a bright, energetic style that is destined to take her places.

Milina presented one of her clothing collections at the beOnTheScene Fashion Show in December 2011 in front of an audience of about 50 people.

While at the fashion show, beOnTheScene member Anastasia modelled part of Milina’s clothing line.

The two of them are now working together – Anastasia fulfilled her dream of becoming a model, and Milina found a professional model without going through an agency.

Through their association, Milina and Anastasia are creating many interesting business opportunities for eachother in the fashion world.

Milina graduated in 2005 from the School of Applied Arts in Slovakia in the subject of Textile Hand-Processing in Arts, which included studying pattern making and fabric technology as well as creating fashion designs.

She designs her fashion collections to project femininity and elegance along with comfort and ease of wear. Milina's inspirations come from different fabrics, as well as all the contrasts and colours that she sees in the world around her.

She makes clothes that enable women to feel confident and proud, whatever their shape or size. Milina is a name to watch in the fashion scene as she is creating a interesting range of fashion styles which project an image that is fresh, energetic and positive.

Website:

• Milina Imrichova Design

Videos:

• Fashion Show June 2012
• Fashion Show December 2011

Social Links:

• etsy.com/people/MilinaImrichova
• uk.linkedin.com/pub/milina-imrichova

Links on beOnTheScene.com:

• Milina Imrichova profile page

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Going Places with Otty Warmann

Singing Soul on the Tube

Up and coming Soul singer Otty Warmann treated tube travellers to a brilliant rendition of the Wretch 32 hit 'Don't Go'.

Everyone in the carriage paid attention to Otty's 'Don't Go' message and missed their stops to hear his smooth, soulful performance, which you can see here.

Otty is destined for fame. Last year he won a nationwide music competition with the finals held in London.

He beat 7,500 contestants to get to the final where he triumphed with his masterful performance of ‘Words’ which is one of his own songs.

Videos:

• Words - Music Video (Official)
• At Pizza Express
• The Fact (Acoustic)
• Otty and Lex jamming to the Ed Sheeran hit The A Team
• Jamming on the Underground to the Wretch 32 hit Don't Go

Social Links:

• facebook.com/OttyWarmann

Links on beOnTheScene.com:

• Otty Warmann profile page

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Spotlight on Life Coach Aleksandra Cichuta

Success Booster Aleksandra Cichuta

Aleksandra is a London-based professional who can help people boost their success and get to the next level in their lives.

The life coaching process that Aleksandra brings to her clients helps them to identify and reach their personal goals.

A variety of tools and techniques are used by Aleksandra to assist her clients in their journey towards self improvement.

These techniques are based on the principles of sociology, psychology, positive mental attitude and career counselling.

Aleksandra offers the following life coaching programmes:

• Life Breakthrough One-On-One Coaching
• Entertainment Career Results One-On-One Coaching
• Career Goals Achievement Online Coaching for freelance professionals
• Back On Track Online Group Coaching to unlock personal potential and build careers

Website:

• Aleksandra Cichuta Coaching

Videos:

• Aleksandra Cichuta Coaching

Social Links:

• facebook.com/aleksandra.cichuta
• twitter.com/aleks_cichuta
• uk.linkedin.com/pub/aleksandra-cichuta

Links on beOnTheScene.com:

• Aleksandra Cichuta profile page

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Video Showcase Service

Showcase Your Talents 

A Service To beOnTheScene Members 

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Almost anyone who seeks to influence others can benefit from a showcase video.

With a professionally produced video you can put your message across in the best way possible in a controlled setting with expert direction and editing.

The video could include an interview or you could speak straight to the camera.

Then you can post it online and send the link for people to view it on their smartphone, tablet or desktop computer.

BeOnTheScene has a specially discounted video showcase package for its members.

Check out this link to see what a beOnTheScene Showcase Video looks like.

To read more about the beOnTheScene Video Showcase service, please check out this page on our website.

Spotlight on Dancer Anaïs Lilia

Anaïs Lilia the Rising Star

A new dancer on the London scene calls to musicians and singers to collaborate with her to promote the popularity of oriental dance.

The French-Tunisian dancer Anaïs Lilia performs solo or with musicians and singers such as Abdul Sallam, Seddik Zebbiri and Mauricio Velasierra.

Her dancing skills and the fluidity of her moves are complemented by her strong sense of musicality.

Her main goal is to practice and teach oriental dance as a tool to empower people. Anaïs calls to artists to collaborate with her to achieve this vision.

Anaïs regularly performs at events such as:

• Saqarah showcase
• Bellydance Trophies
• Planet Egypt
• Artch events
• Big Dance festival

The venues at which Anaïs has showcased her dancing talents include:

• St Ethelburga's Centre
• The Rich Mix
• Open The Gate
• Passing Clouds

Website:

• Anaïs Lilia Website

Videos:

• Anaïs Bellydance
• Anaïs Bellydance Trophies 2012
• Anaïs Danse Tribale

Social Links:

• facebook.com/anais.lilia
• myspace.com/anaislilia

Links on beOnTheScene.com:

• Anaïs Lilia profile page

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Fella Gig on 20 December

Fella to play in Camden 

The indie/ska rockers will return to the Proud Galleries for what is sure to be another great performance.

Catch Fella when they play at Proud Camden on 20 December. The award-winning four piece from Slough are full of attitute and good music and will be showcasing their debut EP State of Affairs. The Fellas are:

• Peter Bromfield (Lead vocals/Guitar)
• Josh Tuck (Lead guitar)
• Steve Smith (Bass guitar)
• Arran Johnstone (Drums)

Laddish in name and sound, Fella sing about everyday life in a simple but effective style. Formed in June 2011, the band has already made their mark in the local music scene with regular gigs in London, air play on BBC Introducing and press coverage in local news papers. They recently won the Showdown, a Camden based battle of the bands competition at Proud Galleries and are gaining a reputation on the influential music scene there, not only for their music but also for their loyal following who pack out each gig. Their musical influences come from ska, punk and pop artists such as the Jam, the Clash, Madness and the Specials.

Social Links:

• www.facebook.com/fellatheband
• www.twitter.com/fellatheband

Links on beOnTheScene.com:

• Fella profile page
• Fella at bOTS Live Music Showcase in March 2012

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