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Hello. My name is Melissa Pettignano. I am 31 years old. I have been writing since I could write. I love expressing my feelings on paper and letting people read it and feel what I feel. I am a professional music artist as well, and hope to share that with many of you one of these days. I’ve won many awards for singing and writing . I am truly blessed, and I thank God everyday. My family is very big. My household contains my mother, father, brother, one cats and myself. I grew up in Jersey City until  I was seven  and then moved to Secaucus, New Jersey six months later.

I went to Clarendon School until sixth grade when I graduated.  After that, I attended Secaucus Middle School for two years (seventh and eighth grade). After passing eighth grade, I graduated . For the first two years of my high school education, I attended Secaucus High School  ninth and tenth  grade. For the last  remaining two years, I was home schooled.

I decided after tenth grade it was time for me to pursue my music, writing and modeling. I have done everything any young girl my age would want to pursue. I experienced many wonderful things, went to prom, and  learned a lot from my experiences. I didn’t have it easy when I was younger. I didn’t have it hard either, but I’ve been through a lot since then.  My faith has and always will be a part of me and it has truly helped me with a lot. If anything faith is #1 to really bring you to your roots.

One of the biggest losses I have had to deal with was losing my aunt, Arlene T. Babakitis on September 11, 2001.  I’ve shown  my love and support  through writing and music. That day was a day no one will ever forget. I pray for everyone, and my love is with them all. I started writing when I was in fifth grade “Suzanne Lantana” and I’ve been hooked since.

As I stated earlier certain things are real, but sometimes that is what makes a story interesting. It’s fun to figure what’s real and what’s not. This book, a collection of short stories, is something I feel many young girls and even  some boys can relate to. I say this because many pre-teens and teenagers have so much to say and sometimes don’t get the chance to say it. These stories will make many pre-teens and teenagers say,  as they read, “I know what she went through“, “I know of a friend who is going through the same thing” or, “I went to a party just like that,” or  “my school does the same thing. ”  By this,  they can gain some sense of  certain situations and relate or learn from it.

For bookings of more information please visit: www.melissapettignano.com

Remain Anchored is a brother/sister duo from Eastern North Carolina. Patrick and Hannah Rose are talented songwriters, musicians and vocalists with a passion for God. Their group title comes from Hebrews 6:19 – “We have this hope as a steadfast anchor, which reaches the inner sanctuary behind the curtain.”- and is a testament to their rooted faith in God. 

The Emerging Recording Artists began in the summer of 2011, during the Edenton Music and Water Festival. Patrick was scheduled to perform as a solo artist that day, but God had other plans in mind. With Patrick battling a sore throat, younger sister Hannah graciously stepped up to the plate to help her brother through his set and Remain Anchored was born!! 

Over the course of the next few years, the duo sang at various acoustic festivals, youth events and local churches, all while growing in their musicality and faith. Some of their more notable appearances include NC United Methodist Eastern Conference Pilgrimage, Relay for Life, Elizabeth City Potato Festival and Chowan County Regional Fair. God would open another door for the group in 2013 when they were introduced to National Recording Artists, Paula & Angie. This introduction served as the beginning of a beautiful friendship and eventually led to Remain Anchored being signed by Angie Greene Gray in 2016 to her Indie Label – G2 Music Group, LLC. 

In January 2017, the duo traveled to the legendary Daywind Studios in Hendersonville, TN to record their debut self-titled EP, comprised of all original music written by Patrick and Hannah, and produced by Angie. The radio single from the EP – “Footsteps” – is available now on select Internet and Terrestrial radio stations and Soundcloud. The EP released on April 28, 2017 at all major digital retailers, select stores (Walmart, Target, Best Buy, etc) and via their website. 

For Patrick and Hannah, it’s all about Jesus and growing in their relationship with Him. One of their favorite verses is Psalm 16:8–“I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With Him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.” Even with all of the excitement from performing for crowds, Patrick and Hannah know their performances are all about God. All glory and honor go to Him. Using a story from Sheila Walsh, they liken themselves to the donkey that carried Jesus into Jerusalem during his triumphant entry before going to Calvary. They are merely the messengers of the one true King. Whether they are in their living room harmonizing or singing on stage, they want God’s light to shine and encourage others to seek Him.

FOR BOOKINGS & RADIO SERVICING
G2 Music Group
g2musicgroupllc@gmail.com
www.g2musicgroup.org
910-232-1166

Who is Ronnette Harrison?

Ronnette Harrison, recording artist, radio personality, accomplished vocalist, pianist, songwriter, piano instructor, and vocal coach, has emerged as one of the most sought-after pianists, performers and vocal coaches in the Washington Metropolitan area. Ronnette is also a member of the Grammy Award Recording Academy, Washington, D.C. Chapter, the premier outlet for honoring achievements in the recording arts and supporting the music community.

Ronnette began performing as a singer and musician with Gospel Music Hall of Fame inductee, Shirley Ables & The Joy Gospel Singers at the age of 11. She has recorded with numerous artists including Vicki Yohe, Pastor Shirley Caesar and Dorothy Norwood. In 2012, after experiencing much success as a vocalist with Stellar Award-winning groups Isaiah D. Thomas & Elements of Praise and Mike McCoy & Voices United, Ronnette stepped out as a solo artist. She has been nominated for several local Christian Music Awards and in July 2015, won “Female Artist of the Year” at the Gospel Blue M.I.C. Achievement Awards.

Ronnette received a Bachelor’s of Arts Degree in Music Education from Towson University, Towson, Maryland and taught music in the Prince George’s County Public School system. Adding to her multi-faceted talents, Ronnette is also a radio host with Radio One DC, Praise 104.1 FM and WYCB 1340 AM. She also provides private vocal and piano instruction. The songstress has successfully headlined sold-out performances at the historic Blues Alley in Washington, D.C., and recently at the Gospel en Karukera Festival 2017 in the Guadeloupe islands. Ronnette has traveled the world touring and performing with Gospel greats including Mike McCoy & Voices United. She has made guest appearances on several gospel television network shows, including “Rejoice in the Word” and “I Will Bless the Lord at All Times.”

Ronnette is currently making her theater debut with Mosaic Theater Company DC as pianist in “Marie and Rosetta” at the Atlas Theater in DC. The play runs from August 27 through September 30. On September 7, Ronnette releases her new single, “ALWAYS THERE,” her follow-up single to her debut project entitled, “JOURNEY.” Both are available on iTunes, Amazon, CD Baby, and Google Play.

Who is Hood Memorial Mass Choir?

Hood Memorial has been singing for over 50 years. The choir is small in number, however very big in giving praise to the Lord Almighty. The choir is lead under the direction of Camille Harrington. It consists of members as young as 11 (now 12 years old). Throughout the years, people have always told Hood they have an unique sound and should record a CD. By the grace of God, the opportunity came to life. The choir was able to record their first CD, a live project called Jordan Harrington Presents Hood Live “To the Only Wise God.” The CD was actually produced by their minister of music, Jordan Harrington, who at time was only 17 years old. Just like the members of Hood, this young man loves the Lord and loves showing it through song and music. Hood Memorial is located in Belmont, NC and the pastor is the Reverend Dr. Warren Nance. The mission for the choir is reach out to the masses and help save souls.

Who is Recording Artist Terri McConnell?

The Music Ministry of Terri McConnell will certainly “Encourage your heart” and “Lift your Spirit” with a joy felt message of God’s love for all. She is an Inspiring and gifted Songstress whose “warm smile” expresses her dedication and determination to spreading the Gospel to the world.

Terri is no stranger the Gospel Music Industry and is a Native of Okmulgee, Oklahoma. Her professional background had been nursing; however she is now blessed with a dynamic Music Ministry and is a National Recording Artist. She recorded her first project with the renowned and much respected producer, “Sanchez Harley”. Her sophomore project was produced by the great Percy Gray which landed her song titled; There is Power, written by Daniel Witherspoon in the top 40 on BDS.

Terri is known nationally and internationally with a 30day European Tour. Terri is a two time Rhythm of Gospel Music Award winner (2011 and 2013) for Traditional Female Vocalist of the year. Terri has appeared on many Concerts, Conferences, Workshops, Musicals, Revivals, Dr. Bobby Jones Gospel T V Show, The Word Network, Church Services locally and nationally.

Her educational background started out in nursing and she now holds a Bachelors degree in Business Administration and a Masters Degree in Administrative Leadership from the University of Oklahoma.

Terri’s utmost focus is that God will get all the “Honor” from what He has called and blessed her to do through Music. She will continue to uphold a “standard” of living that will be pleasing and acceptable unto God while singing praises and lifting her voice to the “Glory of God”!!!

For bookings or for more information please visit: www.terrimcconnell.com

Who is recording artist Martin Palmer?

Martin Palmer is currently the Minister of Music of the Open Arms Christian Fellowship Church in Jacksonville FL. He is an anointed musician, singer and a prolific writer/arranger who has dedicated his gifts for the kingdom. His gifts and talents have afforded him many opportunities.
At a very young age Palmer Led a group of singers to win the regional KFC Gospel Music competition as the best gospel ensemble. He has shared the stage with gospel icons such as Pastor Shirley Caesar, Andre Crouch, Edwin Hawkins, Richard Smallwood, Bobby Jones, the Reverend Al Green and Fred Hammond and Commissioned. He has served as a musician for the Freedom Theatre Repertoire Black Nativity under the direction of Daryl Washington, brother of the late Grover Washington, Jr., and has toured Europe four consecutive years as music director for a gospel music production written by the legendary Johnny Thompson.

Palmer was given an opportunity to arrange a gospel style version of the Action News theme song, “Move Closer to Your World”, and he and a group of singers performed the song in a televised commercial for WPVI-TV 6ABC. This group also performed in the star-studded WPVI-TV 50th Anniversary Celebration on Channel 6. When the Disney station brought the Lion King to Philadelphia, Palmer and his group performed the “Circle of Life” along with Mickey and Minnie Mouse in the 6ABC/Boscov’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Palmer is also a producer and co-writer of two original Gospel Musicals entitled “In Due Season” and “Tragedy to Triumph” that performed to sold-out audience’s.
Palmer’s most recent accomplishment is the release of his self-produced album entitled “My Season.” Which showcases his vocal styling and unique writing and arranging abilities. This album is rich in traditional gospel roots with a contemporary flare; which masterfully bridges the gap between the traditional and contemporary sound while delivering soul stirring messages of hope, praise and worship. His passion is simply to use all his God given gifts and talents to bring Glory to the creator and edify the body of Christ.

A student of the arts Tamitra Lucas-Scott attended Morgan State University, in Baltimore, MD and later transferred and graduated from Mercy College, Dobbs Ferry, NY in 1998, with an A.A in Liberal Arts. She began singing in church at an early age. By the late 1980’s, her powerful instrument was recognized everywhere she went. After many years of gaining education, travel and life experience she is now a saved and Spirit filled devoted wife and mother. Her accomplishments include a plethora of choral, directorial, professional background/lead recordings and solo singles. At the age of 17, Tamitra became a Wall of Fame inductee at Charles E. Gorton High School, Yonkers, NY for her captivating rendition of the “Star Spangled Banner”, as well as creating the infamous Gospel Superfest for the school’s spring Concert. She is best known for serving as the Praise & Worship Leader of The Lord’s Church in the Bronx, NY and Greenville, NC under the leadership of Grammy Award winning song writer Bishop Eric McDaniel. Having sung duets with Bishop McDaniel And the TLC Cathedral Choir entitled ‘Restoration’, and ‘Love you the Same’; on his albums, in his travels in ministry, as well as background for his most recent recording entitled ‘I Am favor’.

Tamitra has recently relocated to the Atlanta area and has joined the historical Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church where the pastor is Bishop William L. Sheals and is currently singing on the church choir and praise team under the leadership of 2011 Gospel Stellar Award winner Elder Darwin Hobbs.Here is a list of the various artists/musicians/producers she has had the privilege to sing/work with over the past 20 years.Bishop Eric McDaniel, Pastor Subrenia Mcdaniel, Pastor Corey Smith, Pastor Thomas Cooper, Pastor Douglas Tyson, Pastor Cameron, Bishop T.D. Jakes, Bishop Mitchell Taylor, Bishop Liston Page, Jr., Pastor Timothy Wright, Tommy Hammond, Kim Burrell, Shirley Ceasar, Albertina Walker, Hezekiah Walker, Donnie McKlurkin @ the NY Call in the Olympic Theater Bronx, NY, Brian Carn, Brian Mosley, Dorothy Norwood, Ayana George, Daryl Young, Reggie Young & Gospel Park, Ottowa Bluesfest, Randall Jenkins, Vaughn Branch & New Generation Youth Choir, Cheryl ‘Coko’ Gamble, Tibba Gamble, Benny Diggs, Kariji Jones, Dr. Nathan Carter @Morgan State University, James Hall, Lawrence Dotson, Rob Bannister, Leon Salem, Gorton High Gospel Superfest, Gary Anglin Gospel Superfest @ The Christian Cultural Center Brooklyn, NY, Jonathan Nelson, Patti LaBelle, John McClure, Navasha ‘Daya’ Boxley, Chicago Symphonietta, Meyerhoff Theater, Carnegie Hall, Lehman Center, Maharold Peeples, Alicia Keys, Monique Walker, Melonie Daniels, Roger Hambrick, Bronx Mass Choir, Pentecostal Praise Choir, Rich Tolbert, Jr., Prophet Eric Orukaru Los Angeles, Ca. Kings Kingdom Ministries, Pastor Michael Claire, Willard Lake, Cleveland Best, Dr. Willie L. Brown, Mother Vera Brown, The Fourth Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction Church of God in Christ, Bishop J.P. Lee, Elder Ramsey Lee, Elder Eric Scott, Pastor Jamal Bryant Easter Service 2009, Sebastian Wheat, Dorinda Clark Cole, Karen Clark Sheard, Kiki Sheard, James Hall, Demetrius Griffin, Jeremy Mayberry, Matthew Greaves, Mike Greaves, Darius Brooks, Kevin McDaniel, Charles Clayton, Yolanda Jernegons, Ralph Kerns, Marion Jones, Chaurita Dawson, Jeremy Herring, Christian Herring, Salvation and Deliverance Church, Tracy Barber, Sharon Hamilton, TLC Cathedral Choir, TLC Praise Team Bronx, NY & Greenville, NC.