Some people use their social media platforms to promote themselves.

Canadian actor, influencer and online entrepreneur Dark Joseph Ravine uses his for a different

reason.

To inspire, to encourage – and to make change.

From speaking out against bullying to his work promoting kindness, friendship, and authenticity,

Ravine truly has made a name for himself by taking a stand. The common thread running

through it all? From his business to the not-for-profit work, he does to the generosity he shows

others – the message is clear: 

How you treat others matters. Be kind.

It’s even written on the beautiful, unique line of products he offers on his webpage. Passionate

about starting his own trends – he always ensures that kindness is at the forefront. Whatever it is

we do, Dark Joseph Ravine reminds us – we can do it a whole lot better if we’re kind. If you’re

looking for workout wear, you’ll find an outfit that reminds you to be kind while working out –

and parents can start their little ones off on the right foot with the cutest little baby onesies that

say, ‘I will be kind boy” or “I will be a kind girl” with the motivational words, “kindness for

success!” underneath.

Though he’s a huge success today, it hasn’t always been easy for Ravine. He speaks often of the bullying he endured as a child. He encourages others to find friendships – something that many find difficult to do in later life.

He doesn’t just talk about kindness. As he told TechDaily in a recent interview, “I make

numerous donations yearly to people in need because I never know if one day, I may need them. Nothing makes me happier than helping someone who needs me.”

‘It’s my mission in life to promote kindness and positivity worldwide,” Ravine has said.

And he’s certainly been doing that.

Over the last several months, Ravine’s star has continued to shine – his work is getting noticed — and he is making an impact. He’s been on radio, on high profile podcasts, and even appeared on TV. (His interview on Australia’s biggest 24-hour streaming news network, Ticker TV; and the

time he was interviewed by Logan Crawford, respected Emmy winning newscaster are some

highlights you don’t want to miss!)

Dark Joseph first came to public attention when he made the Guinness Book of World Records – he had an idea and found a way to make it happen even when most others would have given up, ultimately succeeded – and became a Guinness World Record holder as a result.

Canada’s GTA Sportsplex tweeted out on that day:  “This Canadian record breaker is amazing! His social media handle is Dark Joseph Ravine he’s all over YouTube and Instagram for his record-breaking feats. Today he spread out over 350,000 Dave and Busters coupons over almost 65,000s qf of Field Turf! Guess what Guinness World Book of Records will be making a big announcement soon!”

 The recognition led to “fame, fans, and bigger opportunities in life,” he said.

One of the directions his burgeoning fame led? The silver screen.

Recently, the celebrity influencer has turned his attention to acting. In early 2022 he got his first

official IMDb acting credit with a role in renowned California filmmaker Steve Oakley’s new

Series.

So what’s next for this young Canadian with the movie star good looks?

He says he’d like to do more acting, and he’s open to hearing about roles that might be a good

fit. “The roles have to be the right ones, though,” he says with confidence. “It has to feel right.

I’m all about authenticity – that’s a big part of my message. So it’s important to me that anything I am a part of is in alignment with my personal values.”

You won’t see Ravine lining up for parts – he prefers to respond to filmmakers that approach

him. And it’s happening.

Industry watchers say that he has what it takes to go far.

 “He’s passionate about what he does, he’s willing to go the extra mile, he truly cares about other people and respects the work that they do. He puts the work in – and that makes all the difference. He’s also very creative,” said one. “He finds ways to make things happen.”

It’s true.

Ravine has never let anything stop him… and once he becomes committed to a project – he’s

known for carrying it through.

More about this rising Canadian star at:

www.darkjosephravine.com

and

www.kindnessforsuccessbydjr.com

The visionary entertainment multi billionaire who started the VisualTargeting® mega brand from a breathtaking Malibu Mountaintop Mansion has enjoyed the 2021 music award season perhaps more than anyone else, having Billboard, RollingStone, and MTV all promoting his newest song “God Is Love” as “The World’s Best Love Song,” and winning his 17th #1 Malibu Singer Songwriter Title from the world’s biggest music charts.

Steven Kronick who spent his twenties touring the United States and Europe building the VisualTargeting® empire that is trusted by Fortune 500s, Businesses, Bestsellers, Celebrities, in 181 World Nations, spends his free time with fans at Malibu Beach and Palm Beach Island.

“They really love the music. The idea that love is free is something that they really need. To remember that truth. That while we work and invest and enjoy the profits, real love itself is free.” Steven shares in an interview.

His first songs previewed above Nicki Minaj on the nation’s Top Charts and won Gold & Platinum Awards in an instant, winning “Trending” and “Essential” titles while Steven Kronick was instantly named one of the nation’s “Most Promising Artists.”

A worldwide fan base filled with Playboy Playmates, Miss America models, Award winning musicians, and professional cheerleaders, has followed Steven Kronick for years while he has recorded almost 200 original love songs, all around the United States.

Vision is something that Steven always values having watched Playboy emulate his historic gold cover style in 2020 and the Forbes 400 follow along to copy the same style in 2021. “It just that I haven’t seen that style used anywhere before, that’s all it is, it’s my industry, the profession where I am the best in the world, so I pay attention,” Steven shares his amusement.

Indeed it makes sense that while so many brands have copied the scientific Visual Style that VisualTargeting® has used for years to become perhaps the most successful visual style brand in world history, the magazines that Steven Kronick has always supported most, Playboy and Forbes, followed along to frame their 2021 historic figures in the same style as, wait for it, the world’s first verified trillionaire.

That’s right, in 2018 visionary entertainment multi billionaire Steven Kronick won a Worldwide Humanitarian Award, a Lifetime Achievement Award, and yes, the world’s first honorable Trillionaire title, from the most trusted 120 year old United States history group.

VisualTargeting® makes Visual Style palettes, that it has up to 11 trillion versions available. These Visual Style palettes show artists what hues, shapes, and visual elements to use, to satisfy specific target viewers and/or viewer groups. Visual Style helps Fortune 500s make $31.7 trillion in revenues every year and these Visual Style palettes are effective at steering those sales. Sharing Visual Style preferences with loved ones improves health, wealth, life, and relationship wellbeing.

Steven Kronick sang for free at bars and lounges around Santa Monica and Malibu Beach in 2012 and later found himself invited to Palm Beach Island where he found himself singing on stage for the first time in his life. 

“I love watching how the girls start making their way up to the stage every time that I start going on. There’s a real love in that too, trust me, when you feel that, it’s also real love. It makes the songs feel real, like they are really reaching people like they are meant to,” Steven shares how it feels.

The love that Steven has for the girls that are his fans, is a real love that he, being a God loving American Christian, holds always in his heart. “That’s who the songs are for, the girls that love me, the girls that I love, that love that is always from God,” Steven shares his motivation.

And sure it is, that girls from the United States and all around the world all seem to love Steven Kronick’s new sound that has found its home on 100 music platforms including the world’s biggest, iHeartRadio, and the new Forbes Billionaire owned artists’ favorite TIDAL.

Seventeen #1 Awards is a lot, and for Forbes Verified Billionaire Steven Kronick, who lives for love, it means even more.

To fulfill a dream, one must be ready to embrace the obstacles and challenges that may be encountered along the way. As a matter of fact, some of the world’s most successful individuals are known for the courage they displayed in conquering their endeavors. In the case of Will Buck, an emerging artist in the music industry, his humble beginnings have proven that one must first have to endure difficulties and discomfort before reaching the summits of success. 

Widely acknowledged for his musical flair, Will Buck has established himself as a rising alternative singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer. Hailing from Baltimore, Maryland, the artist is now based in Los Angeles, California, where he is taking significant strides toward the forefront of the industry. On a mission to share his distinctive artistry with the world, he creatively combines distorted guitar riffs, strong story-telling lyrics, and some heavy electronic elements. His unique sound has been described as renegade pop with an electro-grunge type of delivery. 

Will Buck may already be at the helm of a flourishing career, but he will never forget the struggles he had to overcome during the early phases of his journey. After moving to Colorado and forming a high-energy rock and roll band known as West Water Outlaws, the artist found himself on the road for over a hundred days. During his early twenties, he had to juggle between sleeping on hotel room floors, working odd jobs, and playing three-hour bar sets for modest fees and some food. At that time, he cut his teeth as a performer in small dive bars around the country. 

In an effort to build the reputation of West Water Outlaws, Will Buck spent five years playing parties in their band’s basement, selling out venues, and appearing in major festivals. However, the band eventually broke up the night before they were poised to play the biggest show of their career, sign a management deal, and land multiple network television placements. 

The disbandment was a pivotal moment in Will Buck’s career. Although it was initially heartbreaking, he took it as an opportunity to grow as a solo artist and learn more about his music style. Thereafter, he sold the majority of his possessions, packed up his truck, and headed west for what would be a year-long journey of rediscovery. 

In the middle of surviving from seasonal work and entertaining tourists, Will Buck continued to release music under the alias Gypsee. Somewhere along the way, he found himself in a small beach town in eastern Australia and decided to return to the US, move to LA, and look for a second chance. 

Heavily determined to redeem his music career, Will Buck managed to overcome having few resources and little to no connections in the industry. The artist spent his days packing T-shirts in an apparel warehouse while writing and recording demos at night. More than anything, he wants to prove that nothing is impossible for those who work hard and believe in their dreams. 

While he was in the process of writing, producing, and practicing relentlessly, Will Buck announced himself as a solo artist in 2019 and began to rise through the DIY music scene in Los Angeles. Fast forward several years, multiple EPs, countless shows, setbacks, and triumphs, the rising star has been named “someone to watch” by the Hollywood Digest, “a diamond in the rough” by Voyage LA. He even finished as a semi-finalist in The Opening Act’s Hollywood Bowl competition. 

With no plans of slowing down anytime soon, Will Buck recently teamed up with Grammy-nominated and Billboard number 1-charting super-producer Stonebridge to create an electrifying EDM remix of “Wolves in the Back House.” Their vocals find their place among a groove-driven production, sitting in the mix, and allowing the melody to draw the listener in.This year, Will Buck hopes to reclaim his power by releasing songs that speak volumes about his journey towards personal redemption. The said tracks will also reveal deep messages ranging from the unbreakable human spirit to other heavy topics such as addiction, healing, grief, and cultivating a sense of inner peace. Much can be expected from the artist as he continues to show his authenticity and genuineness.

Source: rollingstone.com

There is no written rule demanding high-profile celebrities to capitalize on their platforms to make a difference in the lives of others, inspire change, and shed light on issues that matter. Yet, throughout her rise to the top, Dua Lipa banked on her voice for more than just music. This pop sensation behind numerous global hits continuously speaks up about the struggles that impact countless people worldwide and goes all-out in countering sexism in the industry. 

This powerhouse is an English singer, songwriter, and model whose journey to the forefront of the music scene began at the age of fourteen when she covered songs by artists and posted them on YouTube. In 2015, Dua Lipa signed with Warner Music Group and, soon afterward, would be taking the industry by storm not only with her record-breaking tracks and impressive discography but also with her distinctive artistry. 

Today, the 25-year-old three-time Grammy awardee is occupying a coveted spot at the summit. After snagging multiple achievements under her belt with the 2017 release of “New Rules,” a track that served as an anthem for women and girls all moving on from an ex, she continued to make waves by dropping “Don’t Start Now” and the critically-acclaimed album Future Nostalgia. So far, the Best Pop Vocal Album winner at the 2021 Grammy Awards has several Billboard Hot 100 #1 singles attached to her name, currently blowing up the social media app TikTok through her latest bop, “Levitating.”

Over the years, Dua Lipa has managed to leave an impression because of her readiness to talk about socially relevant issues, as well. Her videos have captured the interest of music enthusiasts worldwide for showcasing a diverse army of women, while her identity as an artist has earned her a significant following because of how it is rooted in fostering a sense of community and promoting acceptance, creativity, freedom, and more. 

Apart from being active in the entertainment industry, Dua Lipa is also often found initiating purpose-driven endeavors. In 2020, she kicked off the 24-hour One Humanity Live concert, performing a three-song set from her London abode and urging people to provide support to charities helping refugees in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, together with Lady Gaga, Olly Alexander, and Elizabeth Hurley, this pop icon lent Sir Elton John a hand in raising millions of dollars for his AIDS Foundation at the 93rd Academy Awards. 

Dua Lipa, who is often vocal about her activism and advocacies, delighted the members of the LGBTQ community when she danced around on stage and waved the pride flag during her tour stop in Los Angeles in February 2018. Three years later, she remains steadfast in her beliefs and committed to the mission of pushing for inclusivity and women empowerment in the music scene. 

More can be expected from Dua Lipa in the coming years. The superstar, who is behind the most-streamed album by a woman on Spotify in 2020, already has her name etched in history.

Learn more about Dua Lipa by visiting her Instagram page.

References:

https://nz.news.yahoo.com/dua-lipa-calls-refugee-charity-170214914.html

https://www.vogue.com.au/celebrity/interviews/dua-lipa-on-fame-the-feminist-wave-in-music-and-her-lovehate-relationship-with-social-media/image-gallery/0ce1d2835722cb05cc72f99842e5f9fc

https://www.billboard.com/articles/news/grammys/9540624/dua-lipa-wins-best-pop-vocal-album-2021-grammys-future-nostalgia/

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7645984/bio

https://www.gaytimes.co.uk/culture/dua-lipa-helps-raise-over-three-million-for-elton-johns-aids-charity/

https://www.billboard.com/articles/news/pride/8099473/dua-lipa-lgbtq-pride-flag-los-angeles-show-video

Source: nme.com

When BTS, also known as Bangtan Sonyeondan and Beyond the Scenes, exploded into the Korean music scene back in 2013, no one would have expected the septet to dominate the music industry one day. Hailing from a small agency, the group persevered in the face of a seemingly endless list of challenges, breaking down barriers and ushering a new era of Asian artists taking center stage in the global arena. Widely considered powerhouses and some of the most influential personalities today, the BTS members continue to reach impressive heights with every endeavor. 

From sharing one tiny dorm room to partnering with McDonald’s and Louis Vuitton, the Grammy-nominated South Korean household name has carved its own path toward success. It managed to do so without losing its identity and passion for singing, dancing, and writing about life’s pains and triumphs. Over the years, numerous individuals have tried pinpointing the factors that propelled these purpose-driven icons to the forefront, only never to hit the mark. More than BTS’s meaningful lyrics, penchant for transcending genre, and charisma, it is the authenticity, deeply rooted love for the craft and social consciousness that RM, Jin, Suga, J-hope, V, Jimin, and Jungkook demonstrate that allowed them to stand out. Backed by millions of fans collectively known as ARMY, they have amassed historic achievements under their belt, including the honor of becoming the first ensemble since the Beatles to earn three No. 1 albums on the Billboard 200 chart and the first Korean act to receive a nod from the Grammys.

BTS, who gained further acclaim for donating $1 million to the Black Lives Matter movement in a show of solidarity with those fighting against police brutality and racism and collaborating with UNICEF to launch a campaign calling on world leaders to listen to the voices of the youth, proves that it is not at its peak yet. It came as no surprise when it broke several records after releasing its highly anticipated single Butter on Friday, May 21. The Guinness World of Records reported that not only did the superstars gain the most viewers for the premiere of a video on YouTube with 3.9 million concurrent viewers, but they also scored the achievement of having the most-viewed YouTube music video in 24 hours with 108,200,000 views. 

Additionally, Butter beat Ed Sheeran, and Justin Bieber’s I Don’t Care when it garnered over eleven million global streams on Spotify in just one day. Along with celebrating these numbers, the fanbase spent the days after the track’s release enjoying BTS’s performance at the Billboard Music Awards, the same event where they won all the categories they were nominated for, including “Top Duo/Group,” “Top Song Sales Artist,” and “Top Selling Song.”

The seven prominent personalities that compose BTS show no sign of slowing down eight years into their career, and even after the curtains will close, they will be remembered as the act that rewrote history and redefined what the industry means for non-Western artists. 

Learn more about BTS by visiting its Twitter and Instagram page.

References:

https://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/news/2021/5/bts-single-butter-breaks-five-world-records-across-youtube-and-spotify-661556

https://www.reuters.com/lifestyle/mcnuggets-vuitton-k-pops-bts-notch-up-marketing-deals-2021-04-23/

https://www.cnbc.com/2020/06/08/bts-donated-1-million-to-black-lives-matter-its-fans-matched-it-in-a-day.html

https://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/k-town/8022101/bts-collaborates-unicef-love-myself-anti-violence-campaign

Source: NPR

The ’90s cult classic Candyman was recently remade into a revitalizing entry in what seems to be a renaissance for the renowned horror film franchise. The 2021 Candyman remake directed by Nia DaCosta became a smash hit among critics and audiences alike, raking in $22 million during its opening weekend, topping the US box office.

This milestone marks the first time ever in Hollywood history where a female filmmaker debuts at number one. Candyman (2021) is a modern update on the 1992 cult classic of the same name, adding a modern touch to the original film, which was lauded for its racial themes and social commentary. Before Nia DaCosta, the only black female filmmaker who came close to clinching the top box office spot is Ava DuVernay with her film A Wrinkle in Time, released in 2018. The film clinched the number 2 spot, only one spot shy from the top.

Candyman (2021) aims to separate itself from the two previous sequels of the esteemed horror franchise: Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh (1995) and Candyman: Day of the Dead (1999), creating its own narrative within present-day, gentrified Chicago. 

The 2021 film is co-written by Nia Dacosta, industry legend Jordan Peele who directed the Oscar-winning film Get Out, and Win Rosenfeld, executive producer of BlacKkKlansman. Candyman (2021) stars Yahya Abdul-Mateen II of HBO’s Watchmen. Yahya stars as Anthony McCoy, an artist whose career ambitions take him through dangerous places. 

“I am such a big fan of the original film, so I thought I’d approach it from the perspective of someone who cares about the urban legend and the different ways to tell the stories,” expressed Nia DaCosta. Other films directed by black filmmakers just behind DaCosta and DuVernay’s films in box office debuts are Tina Gordon’s Little, which debuted at $15.4 million, Stella Meghie’s The Photograph, which debuted at $12.1 million and Melina Matsoukas’s Queen & Slim, which debuted at $11.89 million. 

Currently, Nia DaCosta is preparing to break her own records as she’s currently working on an upcoming Captain Marvel sequel entitled The Marvels, which will make her the first Black woman to direct a film for Marvel Studios. Other notable works of DaCosta include Little Woods, a film that premiered at the 2018 Tribeca Film Festival, which was eventually released in theaters in 2019.

Black horror stories have slowly been taking over Hollywood in recent years. There’s something deeply haunting about the racial horrors that people of color continue to feel to this day. Nia DaCosta has expressed her deep excitement about the proliferation of these stories and how they can tell them without necessarily being about historical racial trauma. “I’m excited to see where else we can go with Black stories and the Black experience. Many Black filmmakers are working on different genres today, and I’m glad to be a part of that,” exclaimed DaCosta.The commercial and critical success of Candyman (2021) is a historic accomplishment and a great sign that the film industry is moving in the right direction in terms of inclusion and diversity within its stories, how they are told, and who gets to tell these stories.