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Alright Then

#NEO SOUL QUEEN FLOACIST

📽️💿🎼🌹💘👑🎤✨

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Tracklist :

Coco Jones - Put you on

Duncan Gerow - Ari Lennox + Joe = Pressure

Ella Mai - Our song

Oya Noire - Naked

Tems - Ice T (Kun edit)

Dave Hirsh - Emergency contact w/ Tekowa Lakica & Rokkai

Nanna.B & Mndsgn - Akasha

Pip Millett - Hold up (interlude)

Duncan Gerow - Tems Ft Brent Faiyaz + Notorious Big = Found

Cleo Sol - In your arms (Flwr Chyld flip)

Meron T - State of mind

Hannah Abdul - Cause I love u

Hennessy - In my head

Kehlani - Get me started Ft. Syd

The Floacist - Let me

Tweet - Iceberg

Amaria - Get away

Sza - Shirt Ft. DNoel (Tokyo Ave remix)

S31kken - No love

Bxks - Collateral Damage

Bxks - Work like Ft. Kish! & Kish!

Nolais - Nobody but you x Matts

.Kai - Nobody

Maina Doe, King Ivy & Ijal - WYA Ft. Valve Sounds

Cynaa-Nicole & Buto - Wolves

Kia Harper - Without You

Erica Leshai - Stingy

Annisya & Fathan Maulana - Lights out

Fathan Maulana, Jo Soegon - No Better

Annisya - Vulnerable

Theo Croker - Theo Says Ft. Ego Ella May & D'leau

Iamnobodi - An idea Ft. Emmavie, Zacari & Josh J

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Jeff Bradshaw (September 4, 1969) A North Philadelphia-born soul-jazz and hip-hop/funk innovator and trombone virtuoso, He spent his formative years honing his chops alongside some of the biggest names both in and out of the Philly soul movement. By the time he got around to releasing his solo debut, 2004’s critically acclaimed Bone Deep, he had shared the stage with such industry luminaries as Michael Jackson, Earth, Wind & Fire, Patti Labelle, Erykah Badu, and countless others. Bone Deep made him a festival circuit mainstay, and he spent the next eight years refining his signature smooth and immediate sound in both a solo setting and in support of artists like Mary J. Blige, Jay-Z, the Roots, and Jill Scott. In 2012 he issued his sophomore long-player, Bone Appetit, which featured a host of guest artists, including Kindred the Family Soul, Raheem DeVaughn, Floacist, and Marsha Ambrosius. #africanhistory365 #africanexcellence

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Forver 💚

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Happy Birthday to Natalie "The Floacist" Stewart, English singer-songwriter, rapper, poet, and actress. Born and raised in London, she performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child, and rose to fame in the early 2000s as part of R&B girl-duo Floetry. Their hiatus saw the release of Stewart’s debut album, Floetic Soul, which established her as a solo artist worldwide; which featured the singles "Forever" and "Let Me".

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NIGHT TIME ECONOMY SUMMIT 2024 @ ESCAPE TO FREIGHT ISLAND/MANCHESTER

I’ll be taking part in this years Night Time Industry Association annual Night Time Economy Summit 2024 which takes place at Escape To Freight Island in Manchester.

You can catch me alongside John Robb, Ellen Beth Abdi and Jeremy Pritchard on Friday 9th February at 2:30pm on the FAC Presents Where is Counterculture in 2024? panel.

Tickets are available from Universe

Full details of the event, speakers, panels and more below.

Night Time Industries Association Unveils Star-Studded Lineup for Night Time Economy Summit 2024  

The Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) is proud to announce the full lineup of panellists and speakers for the highly anticipated Night Time Economy Summit 2024, set to take place on the 8th and 9th of February at the iconic Freight Island in Manchester. This year's summit promises to be one of the most ambitious events yet, bringing together a diverse range of industry leaders, experts, and visionaries to explore and celebrate the significance of the Night Time Economy. Speakers include; Aitch B, Afrodeutsche, Andy Burnham, Bev Craig, Carly Heath, Danny Howard, Gok Wan, Philip Kolvin KC, Gary Powell, Jeff Smith MP, Jeremy Pritchard, John Robb, Kate Nicholls, Katouche,  Keith Reilly, Kevin Hollinrake, Lapsley, Lewis G. Burton, Lisa Mafia, Maria May, Mirik Milan, Natalie Stewart aka Floacist, Ollie Ryder, Sam Divine, Sacha Lord, Ras Kwame, Rowetta, Wez Saunders, Sam Divine, Sarah Story, Suzanne Bull MBE, Yewande Adeniran, Yousef.

The summit will feature a momentous occasion as the Mayors of the North and West Midlands, Andy Burnham Mayor of Greater Manchester, Tracy Brabin Mayor of East Yorkshire, Andy Street Mayor of West Midlands & Steve Rotherham Mayor of Liverpool City Region come together to discuss the pivotal role of the Night Time Economy in their regions. This unique collaboration highlights the growing recognition of the sector's importance in driving economic growth, fostering creativity, and enhancing the overall quality of life.

Global perspectives will be shared by expert representatives from Japan, Europe, Australia, United States and Colombia, Michael Rodrigues NSW 24hr Commissioner, Tak Umezawa Tolyo NTE Association, Ariel Palitz Former NTE Advisor and Camilo Ospina Guzman President of Asobares Colombia, providing valuable insights into the latest global initiatives shaping the Night Time Economy landscape. The summit will also hear Keynotes from the Under Secretary of State & Minister for Small Medium Enterprise businesses, Kevin Hollinrake, and Philip Kolvin KC, who will shed light on the “Darkest Before the Dawn” NTIA Manifesto, addressing considerations and initiatives which will enhance and develop the night time industries in the future.

Attendees can immerse themselves in two days of expert discussions on the electronic music industry, courtesy of DEFECTED Records, covering topics from artist development and publishing to public relations and A&R. The Fair, a leading curator of over 100 independent events per year, will assemble some of the industry's best minds to tackle the challenges of modern-day events and festival curation.

With our International Stage hosted by VibeLab, bringing some of the leading voices together from across Europe and Globe speaking about the some of the global approaches to Nightlife including Robbe Van Bogaert Human Power & Speaker, Luis Manuel Garcia Mispireta, Associate Professor of Ethnomusicology, Richard Akingbehin Founder of Refuge Radio, Aoife McGuiness Neuroscientist, Multi Sensory Researcher, Professor Fiona Measham The Loop, Opposhain Ghosh, Andreina Seijas Kenneth Bailey & Anna Sclimm plus many more.

Exclusive interviews will take centre stage, featuring Keith Reilly, the founder of Fabric, and the incredible Gok Wan, Plus a Surprise Special Guest on Stage 2 Day 2 with Wez Saunders CEO of Defected Records, who will share his remarkable journey from fashion icon to electronic music DJ.

Adding to the excitement, the summit will witness the launch of the Electronic Music Report 2024, generously supported by Amazon, providing an in-depth analysis of the industry's latest successes and trends. Additionally, the benchmark Night Time Economy Report 2024 will be unveiled, offering a comprehensive look at the current patterns and trends from 2023, providing invaluable insights into the future of the UK night time economy. We will also be hosting a New Workshop Stage which will deliver key Academic Papers from Researchers and Academics from across the world, plus consumer marketing insights and the development of AI within the Night Time Economy.

With over 200 speakers and support from key industry players such as the DEFECTED, Home Office, NACTSO, Mustard Media, Department of Business and Industry, The Fair, Skiddle, Ticketmaster, Toolroom, Hospital Records, VibeLab, UKH, BBPA, Pioneer, ATC, Beatport, TikTok, Institute of Hospitality, Japan NTE Association, Institute of Licensing, Gig Pig, NDML, AGF, Listen for Life, The Loop, Earth Percent, MVT, Featured Artist Coalition, UK Music, Morning Advertiser, DJ Magazine, UKCMA, Asbares, Showsec, Carbon Literacy, SIA, Drinkstrust, PRS Foundation, Arts Council, Help Musicians, Attitude is Everything, shesaid.so and many more, this year's Night Time Economy Summit promises to be a phenomenal and groundbreaking event. Don't miss the opportunity to be part of the conversation that will shape the future of the Night Time Economy

NTES 2024 Speakers (A-Z)

Abel Reynolds - Adrian Perret – Afrodeutsche – Alex Claridge - Ali Turnham - Amber Davis - Amelie Maurice Jones - Andrea Baptiste - Andy Burnham - Andy Frank - Andy Raeside –  Anna Sclimm - Anjali Prahsar Savoie - Ariel Palitz - Arts Council - Atheer Al Salim - Aitch B - Bev Craig - Ben Newby - Camilo Ospina Guzman - Carly Heath –Caroline Clift - Cathy Runciman - Charlotte Maynard - Ch.Insp Jonathon Waterfield - Chris Goss - Chris Hawkins - Chris Lee - Chris Simpson - Christina Vale Pires –Claire O’Neill - Cristina Vale Pires - Dan Davies - Danny Claire - Danny Howard - Dean Acreman - Deborah Hewitt - Dims Netherlands - Dr Adam Behr - Dr Mathew Flynn - Duncan King - Ed Gillett - Eimer Deane - Ella McWilliams - Ellen Beth Abdi - Emma Mcklarkin - Finlay Johnson - Fraser Swift - George De St Mars - Georgia Green - Gerry Parker - Gok Wan - Grace Flynn - Graeme Park - Griff Harding - Guy Jones - Harriet Grace - Helen Valente - Help Musicians - Holly Lester - Hope Nolan - Ise Murphy - Ian Graham - Ian Haworth - Jason Dolman - Jeff Smith MP - Jen Mackley - Jenn Nimmmo Smith - Jeremy Pritchard - Joe Frankland - Jody Clark - Jorge Meehan - Jordan Ford - Julie Tippins - Kamila Rymajdo - Karl Klub Verboten – Katouche - Kate Nicholls - Kate Osler – Katy Porter - Keith Reilly - Robert Shepherd - Kenneth Bailey - Kevin Hollinrake –Kira Ashwin - Kitty Amor – Lapsley - Latoya Reisner - Lauren Down - Lawrence Barton - Leo Charalambides - Lindsay McIntyre - Lisa Baskott - Lisa Lashes - Lisa Mafia –Lyle Bignon - Lucy St John - Luke Fletcher MS - Maia Jessica Barker - Manu Naykene - Maria May - Mark Burtonwood - Mark Lawrence - Mark Logan - Martin Nicastro - Mary Jane - Megan Townsend - Megan Wallace - Michael Kill - Michael Rodrigues - Michelle Russell - Mike Grieve - Mike Linell - Miles Shackleton - Mirik Milan - Moe Choucair - Natalie Stewart - Natalia Szczepanczyk - Natasha Rymajdo - Nick Morgan - Nina Kehegia - Ojay Mcdonald - Olha Udivenko - Ollie Gardiner - Olli Ryder - Oli Hackett - Oposhona Ghosh - Pat Plummer - Patrycja Rozbicka - Pauline McNeill MSP - Phillipa Clifford Jones - Philip Kolvin KC - Phoebe Roberts - PRS Foundation - Prof. Alice O’Grady - Prof. Ewa Mazierska - Prof. Fiona Measham Prof. Koos Zwaan - Prof.Sam Parsley – Ras Kwame - Ricky Oscroft - Rob Adamson - Robert Richardson - Robbie Ashdown - Rory Palmer Rowe – Rowetta - Sacha Lord - Satia Rai - Sarah Clover - Sarah Crane -Sarah Moxom - Sarah Slater - Sarah Story - Seanie T - Silvana Kill – Silvia Montello - Salma Repa - Sophia Wardman - Steve Rotherham - Steven Braines - Sunil Sharpe - Suzanne Bull MBE - Sylvia Oates - Tak Umezawa - Tamsin Embleton –Tom Devine - Tom Kiehl - Tony Hogan - Tony Rigg - Tracy Brabin - Vick Bain –Wez Saunders - Will Stevens - Yuri Dokter - Yewande Adeniran

A Multifaceted Experience Across Four Riveting Stages:

Main Stage: A convergence of leaders from major cities, governance bodies, central government, and global night time economy experts. Topics include urban safety, cultural enrichment, economic sustainability, and technology's role in enhancing the nocturnal experience.

Stage 2: Hosted by Defected Records, it will explore crucial aspects of the electronic music industry, including management strategies, the role of agents, trends in publishing, effective promotional techniques, and the evolving landscape of record labels.

Stage 3: Partnering with VibeLab, day 1 on Stage 3 will highlight innovations in safety, ergonomics, communication, data management, and advocacy, fostering a safer and more efficient global nightlife experience. On day 2, the stage will be hosted by We are the Fair, delving into the challenges faced by independent festivals, exploring solutions, sharing best practices, and advocating for policies that support their sustainability within the Night Time Economy.

Stage 4: Focused on Advocacy, Accessibility, Diversity, Inclusion, and Sustainability. It will explore strategies for making the night time economy universally accessible, championing diversity and inclusion, and promoting sustainability.

As a beacon of innovation, the summit will feature insights from government officials across the UK, including the esteemed partnership of Greater Manchester Combined Authority. Our global network will serve as a bridge, connecting experts worldwide for unparalleled international cooperation and knowledge exchange.

Michael Kill, the dynamic CEO of the Night Time Industries Association, exclaims, “With the unveiling of the complete roster of speakers and panellists for the summit, the Night Time Economy Summit 2024 stands as the pinnacle of worldwide cooperation, bringing together intellects from diverse realms within the nighttime landscape. Manchester is poised to transform into the focal point of a groundbreaking interchange of ideas poised to mould the trajectory of our industry's future.”

 Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester:

“We are delighted that the NTIA’s Night-Time Economy Summit will be coming to Greater Manchester in February 2024. We look forward to building on the success of this year's event in London, and recognising the hard work and amazing representation that the trade association delivered throughout the pandemic for the hospitality and night time economy sector across the UK.”

 Sacha Lord Night Time Economy Adviser, Co-founder The Warehouse Project/ Parklife

“Throughout the Covid period, the NTIA became the biggest voice for nightlife across the UK, so much so, it was an honour when I was invited to become Chair. I’m delighted they have decided to uproot and choose Greater Manchester for the next Summit, in 2024. It will be the biggest to date, in a city region where it has been said, tables were made for dancing on.”

 Partners: VibeLab / Defected Records / The Fair / Ticketmaster / NDML Insurance / Skiddle / Mustard Media / GigPig / Mustard Media / Amazon

The Night Time Economy Summit 2024 isn't just an event; it's a movement. A convergence of professionals, enthusiasts, and policymakers, it promises an unmatched platform for idea exchange, networking, and groundbreaking innovation. Join us in Manchester at Escape from Freight Island for an experience that transcends boundaries.

For media inquiries or tickets please visit the following website:

www.nighttimeeconomysummit.com

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One Single Rose®

Rosemarie Wilson a.k.a. One Single Rose® is an award-winning poet and playwright, spoken word artist, singer, actress, filmmaker, author of three self-published poetry collections,  and nice and naughty chapbooks. Rosemarie is the first poet to be filmed in Motown’s infamous Studio A and the first Motown Mic Performance Artist of the Year.

Debuting in Detroit as an actor, she has performed nationally, and internationally, in a few amazing productions. Her notable performances include singing the National Anthem at a Detroit Piston’s game, TMZ Live commentary cast member, SoFar Detroit performing artist, the Floacist’s Flovertex and Sidewalk Festivals of the Performing Arts in Detroit, MI, Kistrech Poetry Festival in Kisii and Nairobi, Kenya, Piton International Film Festival in St. Lucia, International Videopoetry Festival in Athens, Greece as well as a one-year tour in Europe.

She is currently a featured artist and songwriter dubbed “Queen Rose” with Defected Records, the United Kingdom’s #1 house music record label. Find her streaming on all platforms as One Single RoseTM or Queen Rose. She is also the first poet published under the Broadside-Lotus Press merger; two of the oldest African-American presses in the United States.  As a poetry host, she has hosted various open mics as well as performed for local and international dignitaries.

Author Name: One Single Rose®

How long have you been writing? I’ve been writing officially since the second grade many moons ago when I won my very first poetry contest.

Did you ever imagine that you would be published one day? I had no idea that I would pen anything, but have been following the word as it leads ever since I relinquished my life to the word.

What made you want to become an author? I didn’t know I’d become an author.  Heartache brought me to pen poetry as an adult.  Before I knew it, I had a full collection.

How long have you been published? I’ve been published since 2009.

How does it feel to be published? It’s a huge accomplishment to have anything published.  I feel very excited for my path and honored that the word chose me as a vessel for delivery.

Are you self-published or did you go through a publishing company? Why? I self-published my first two collections and appear in quite a few collections.  As a result of winning a poetry slam, I am the first poet published under the Broadside/Lotus Press merger; two of the first African-American presses in the United States.  I chose to self-publish my work for profits sakes.  A 60/40 split for my intellectual property and hard work just don’t work for me.

How many books have you written? I have penned two full poetry collections, one erotic chapbook and one chapbook featuring poems about my great city of Detroit.

What is/are the name of your book(s)?

One Single Rose…Poetry Blossomed from a Rose Core

One Single Rose Out of Darkness Into Light

Pearl’s Plays

Miss Detroit®

What genre is it/are they in?

Lyrical Poetry

Spoken Word

Erotic Poetry

Inspirational Poetry

What do you feel will inspire others to never forget when they read your story(ies)? Stay true to yourself.  Remember that can’t = won’t.  You can do whatever you set your mind to.

What's the hardest part about writing a book? Getting started…

What's the easiest part about writing a book? Creating a storyline.

What do you enjoy most about being an author? It’s fulfilling to see my ideas on the page.  The words become real when they’re staring you right in the face.

What do you enjoy least about being an author? I can’t say that I don’t enjoy anything about being an author.

What is your favorite genre to read? Is it different than the one that you write in? I enjoy reading horror stories.  It’s different watching a horror story than reading one, using my imagination to show me what the author intended in lieu of seeing images on screen then having nightmares.

Where can interested readers purchase their copy of your book(s)? My work can be purchased on my website. 

Do you have any future projects in the works? Is there a tentative release date? I am currently compiling a new collection from a special activity that I do at events on an old-school typewriter.  I don’t want to give the idea away just yet, but it is in the works.  I hope to release the book on my birthday (3-13-2024).

Do you have any social media sites that you would like to share with my readers? My website, Instagram, Facebook, and Spotify.

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Floacist

Sometimes when one is being helped one can confuse it for being hurt. Sometimes when one is being told the truth one mistakes it for being offended. Sometimes what one wants is exactly what one needs to remove oneself from. Sometimes rejection is the truest blessing of them all. There is a part of one’s story that is not to be sold, but to be treasured. Let wisdom be the guide.

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Floetry

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28.7.22 The Floacist celebrating Floetic album's 20th Year in Manchester

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The Floacist - Say Yes

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The Floacist - "Floetry Re:Birth"

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Real talk…