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6th Annual Skeyez N' Starz Showcase
Welcome to the 6th Annual Skeyez N' Starz Showcase! Join us on for an unforgettable experience geared towards bringing awareness to Mental Health. The Annual Skeyez N' Starz Showcase celebrates talent and creativity from novices and established artists and performers from the Houston area. This event is a feast for the senses and filled with incredible acts, stunning visuals, and mind-blowing performances in Comedy, Poetry, Music and more.
Voting Closes Sunday November 3rd at 11:59pm. You may vote up to 3 times.
MEET THE STARZ
Chase Rose
@iam_chaserose
Music
Chase Rose sang Luther Vandross’s A House is not a Home at a musical at the end
of his first grade school year. When he finishing singing, the crowd rose to their
feet and gave him a never ending applause. At that moment, Chase knew that he
was born to sing, and he has been singing ever since. Chase Rose has a passion for
singing and song writing.
He embraced that passion and began to work with Keven (Dino) Conner of H-
Town, known for his single Knockin the Boots. Chase Rose credits Dino Conner
for giving him the foundation upon which he has built his career. Dino Connor
recognized talent in Chase Rose and formed a group around him called Dirty Rose,
in which Chase Rose performed as one of the lead singers. Later, Dirty Rose also
worked with Matthew Knowles, the father of Beyonce Knowles. Mr. Knowles
embraced Dirty Rose and worked with Chase Rose to further develop Chase’s
talent as a lead singer.
Wy Renae King
@wyrrnaeking
Poetry
Wy Renae King is an enchanting creative force in the world of music and the arts captivating audiences with her sultry and sensual sound. With a voice that drips with emotion and lyrics that speak to the deepest corners of the soul. Wy Renae is more than just an singer or an actress—she's a storyteller, a poet, and a muse.
Tapping into her gifts, She released her first EP entitled Aural Pleasure now available on all streaming platforms (*For mature audiences only)
Truly having a love for people and their overall well-being, she is an advocate of self care and self love. As a certified life strategist and yoga instructor she creates spaces of tranquility to relieve stress and cater to your personal needs. Follow @wyrenaeking on all social media platforms to connect and find out more about her upcoming films, performances, coaching services and yoga classes.
Gee & Qasim
@geebecton @qshotyou
Music
Gee & Qasim step from behind and in front of the camera to hit the studio and express the musical side of their artistry. Individually they've expressed their passion for music and are now coming together for their debut single, "Sober", streaming on Apple Music, Spotify, & YouTube.
P.O.E.T. P.I.M.P.
@devalls.exp
Poetry
DeVall's Expressions Products (DePro) is a production that was created in 2021 offering the pure essence of expressions of live poetic performance, customized engravings, flyer/invitation creation, customized gifts for any occasion, hosting, venue location, motivational speaking
DePro's vision is to offer a cherishable memory that will be remembered to souls, hearts, minds, nerves & life.
Peace Poetry & Pimpin'
Experience The Pure Essence
Of DeVall's Expressions
Miccaiah Davis
@themicaiahdavis
Music
Micaiah Davis age 22, found her love for show business at age 19 as a runway and commercial model with New York Model Talent Agency. After overcoming her own mental health battles in 2020, she began her philanthropic efforts to reduce the stigma on mental illness partnering with National Alliance on Mental illness and their end the silence campaign. Micaiah plans to use her voice and talents to bridge the gap between those affected by mental illness and the community through entertainment.
DJ Blu 3
@daviddjgipson
Music
David “DJBLU3” Gipson, a thriving 14-year-old artist, just released a collection of Halloween songs. His debut EP BLU3 (pronounced “Blue”), featuring the hit “I Don’t Mind” (ft. R4Y THE VOICE), drops on 12/23/24. Known for uplifting music and high-energy performances, his debut single “ICY” is already making waves.
Kei Knowtz
@keiknowtz
Music
Kei Knowtz (pro. key notes) is a American Singer/Songwriter, Live Vocal Performer Based in Houston Texas, and has been singing/songwrting since the age of 5. His original music and Smooth, Neo soul/Pop/RnB integrated sound has captured crowds all over the world, including Houston Texas, where he was booked by the City Of Houston to Perform his hit Single "My City" live at the Houstonian Student Board Award Ceremony. His Newest hit Single Rather Have You' has been making waves digital and live performances are enjoyable. You can also hear his voice singing on the hooks and verses of several popular songs, including (Maven Gray "Stay With Me" feat.Kei Knowtz) and 10 K "Future Billionares" (feat. Kei Knowtz). He will be releasing his highly anticipated debut Ep soon, and is set to start his Solo "Take Knowtz Tour" in the next year. To stream Kei Knowtz Kei Knowtz Music/Music/Videos/Updates, visit Linktree.com/keiknowtz
Patrico Brown
@patricobrown
Music
ASCAP Producer, Artist and
Songwriter for hit Album Catwalk
Flash amassing over 360 million views/streams Featured in videos from, Redbull, Monster Energy, Vogue Spain, Huda Beauty & Thousands More. Charting in the TIKTOK Top 100 in countries including Singapore, Bangladesh, Taiwan & Bulgaria.
Born in San Diego, raised on the streets of Chicago’s West Side & Recently relocating to Houston from Abu Dhabi, the styles of this music mogul are a mold formed from some of his past favorites including but not limited to Mc Hammer, R. Kelly, Jagged Edge, Twista, Crucial Conflict, Do or Die & Keith Sweat, Nevertheless, as you may have heard already, he has formed his own unique style which serves as a template to many artists who follow behind him.
Since the tender age of 4yrs old Patrico Brown has been no stranger to the entertainment industry. As a young actor he was featured in MC Hammer’s “Please Hammer Don’t Hurtem,” Oprah Winfrey’s “There Are No Children Here” & furthering his career in the recent Spike Lee Satire "Chi-raq" Patrico’s Passion for acting & his love of music went hand in hand. Patrico started off as a singer for St. Agatha Choir, but during his adolescent years Patrico turned to Rap as his main form of musical self expression.
Patrico always had a way with his words & hustle creating a following that wouldn’t go unrecognized. In 2005 Patrico struck his first recording deal/Partnership with Baltimore Label, Tha Corporation. He later branched off to form his own label PotencyTV where he released multiple projects under his rap alias "Potency The King Of Rap"
Since his arrival on the Hip Hop scene Patrico has performed, produced & collaborated with established Producers, Artists, and Djs, including Flavor Flav, Shawnna, Lil John, Nikki Minaj, Jeremih, Dj Class, Twista, Crucial Conflict, Da Brat, Kanye West, MC Hammer, Tyrese, Rev Run, Hotstylz, Bo Deal, Wakaflocka Flame, Mr Stay Crunk, Poohdalini, Dj Green Lantern, Dj Nurotic and more.
Still young to the industry but eager to conquer, Patrico has traveled the world and mastered every aspect of the industry, from promotions, directing videos, and even designing websites. He’s done it all. A deadly weapon packing the key elements to survival, holding down skills as a Dj, producer, writer, and lyricist with a never-ending grind, Patrico Brown demonstrates true leadership and what it takes to be successful in the music Business.
Ember Skeyez
@emberskeyez
Host
Ember Skeyez (M-ber Sky-z) born Britney Jones is a producer and entertainer with a background in Film, Comedy, Music, and Performance Arts.
Her introduction to the industry was sparked by her desire to follow her dreams through music. On her journey she developed a love for all things creative and integrated her skillset of an artist with production. From there she her goal has been to create outlets and platforms for others to showcase their passions and follow their dreams. In addition to producing and entertaining she is also the founder of "Skeyez N' Starz", a nonprofit organization that utilizes media and performance arts for mental health awareness.
Ember embodies the saying "If there's a will there is a way." Her initial thoughts of "What of...?" Has transitioned into a collection of works and resources that materializes into bondless opportunities.
To her credit she has worked as an actress in various plays by Vincent Victoria and Agnes Balka including: Hattie's Big Night, The Disappearance of Eartha Kitt, and Good Morning Heartache Goodbye; Film of her own and others: D.O.B, Candy 2, and Beyond the Vow. She has also worked in casting for shows on MTV and A&E.
MEET THE Sponsors
Events and Entertainment
Ember Skeyez
Ember Skeyez’s mission as a mixed media performing arts production company is to aide in execution of and create and provide platforms for performing artists and those behind the scenes. By producing and developing content for mediums such as film, theater, and music individuals are given the chance to pursue their dream.
Mental Health
Y He C8n't
Here at Y HE C8NT, we will work with you to help you develop the strategies you need to get back on the path that leads to happiness and success. Together, we will work to address the issues you are facing so that you can climb out of those woods confident and ready to take on a new direction in life.
We will work closely to analyze what struggles you are facing, their underlying causes, and try to change the behaviors and thought patterns that are keeping you from being the person you want to be.
Arts and Culture Community Center
MECA
MECA is a community-based non-profit BIPOC organization committed to the healthy development of under-served & under represented families through arts and cultural programming, the promotion of academic excellence, support services, and community building. MECA provides arts education via three programs, the Out of School Time Arts and Residency, the In-School, and the Sunburst Summer Arts Programs.
MECA is an organization that emphasizes:
Justice | Openness | Equity | Creativity to nurture artistic growth and expression | Individual respect | Caring attitudes | Diversity within community
Brewery and Restaurant
Saint Arnold's Brewing Company
Saint Arnold Brewing Company, located in Houston, is Texas’ Oldest Craft Brewery. Our goal is to brew world class beers and deliver them to our customers as fresh as possible making them the best beers in Texas and Louisiana. Our customers are beer lovers – people that appreciate great, full-flavored beers.
Tax and Finacial Services
Kreditable Konnections
Kreditable Konnections is an online-based tax preparation company that gets you the maximum legal tax return and connects you with our financial solutions partners to maximize your resources all year round. Kreditable Konnections was formed to connect our clients whether entrepreneurs, small business owners, or essential workers with financial resources and solutions to encourage collaboration, not competition. Let's get konnected!
Music Lessons, Studio, & more
Dynamic Sound Houston
DYNAMIC SOUND HOUSTON is an all-in-one music lessons & production workshop, rehearsal space, live sound rental & future small performance & event venue that will be central to the Houston music and artist scene. Our main focus is lessons, talent development & empowering musicians and performers of the future with the skills they need to become better and more marketable at their craft. Through our broad network of Instructors, Photographers, Videographers and veterans in Music Performance and Education, we will be a force to be reckoned with in the music industry and possibly open a new untapped market across the U.S!
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