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ASHER HAVON CROWNED SEASON 25 WINNER OF 'THE VOICE'

Asher HaVon, a 31-year-old soulful gospel and R&B artist from Selma, Ala., was named champion of "The Voice" Season 25.

HaVon faced off against a chorus of formidable competitors. Other finalists this season included teammate Josh Sanders from Team Reba, Bryan Olesen and Nathan Chester from Team Legend, and Karen Waldrup from Team Dan + Shay.

In his Blind Audition, HaVon showed off his gospel choir roots with a powerful rendition of Adele's "Set Fire to the Rain," which had Reba, Chance and Dan + Shay campaigning for him. He ultimately chose to join Team Reba, where he and teammate Alyssa Crosby performed a rousing duet of Tina Turner's "We Don't Need Another Hero (Thunderdome)" during the Battle Round. In the Knockout round, he had all the coaches on their feet during a showstopping performance of Toni Braxton's "Unbreak My Heart." During both rounds, Reba choseHaVon to move on while his teammates were quickly stolen by other coaches. During the Playoffs, HaVon gave the audience chills with an emotional rendition of David Guetta and Sia's "Titanium," securing a spot in the Top 12. In the first live show, he performed "I'll Make Love to You" byBoyz II Men, wowing with his technical ability.

During the semifinals, HaVon joined Madison Curbelo and Serenity Arce for a haunting trio performance of "Fix You" by Coldplay and then stepped outside his comfort zone with his version of Beyoncé's massive hit "Irreplaceable." On Monday night's telecast, HaVoncontinued to impress the coaches and viewers alike with an up-tempo live performance of "Last Dance" by Donna Summer as well as a down-tempo performance of "I Will Always Love You" by Whitney Houston.

Before being crowned the winner at the conclusion of tonight's finale, HaVon was joined on stage by coach Reba McEntire for a soulful duet of "On My Own," by Patti LaBelle and Michael McDonald.

Following her first win, coach Reba McEntire will return to "The Voice" Season 26 as the reigning champ, alongside new coaches Snoop Dogg and Michael Bublé and returning coach Gwen Stefani.

HaVon's presence on the show's social media platforms this season garnered immense popularity. His performances accumulated 11.6 million views across "The Voice" pages on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and YouTube.

Growing up in Selma, HaVon was surrounded by gospel singers. Asher's mom, whom he likes to call his singing sergeant, really pushed him to sing at a young age. His first major performance came in 2015 when President Obama came to Selma for a speech commemorating the 50th anniversary of the 1965 march from Selma to Montgomery in honor of African-American civil rights. Asher auditioned for a spot in the choir that was set to perform John Legend and Common's song "Glory." The choir director was so blown away that he chose Asher to lead the choir that day, performing in front of 200,000 people.

"The Voice" is the most-watched alternative series for the 2023-24 season (L7).

"The Voice" is a presentation of MGM Television, Warner Bros. Unscripted Television in association with Warner Horizon, and ITV Studios The Voice USA, Inc. The series was created by John de Mol, who serves as an executive producer along with Mark Burnett, Audrey Morrissey, Amanda Zucker, Kyra Thompson, Adam H.Sher and Barry Poznick.    

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Pastor Vera McEwen is incredibly excited to give an open welcome to all at Love God Ministries! An online community where all truly are welcome, Pastor Vera embodies the Love of Christ through witness and discipleship. She founded Love God Ministries because conversations with people revealed a need for a community of believers where it does not matter how you look but recognize that you are a child of God.

Pastor Vera has been teaching and preaching the Good News of Jesus Christ and the Word of God for over 30 years. Her primary emphasis is spreading God's Love by providing pastoral care, preaching God's Loving Word, teaching God's Light-Filled Word, and implementing God's Living relational group architecture via in home communities.

She is currently reviewing the prospects of a doctorate in religious studies with an emphasis on Biblical Hebrew and Aramaic as encouraged by her professors at seminary. In addition to her vocation as Pastor she ministers as a certified professional and personal coach.

With God's help, she implements 1 Thessalonians 5.11, motivating people to be and do their very best by building one another up. Pastor Vera is a joyous, ever singing sister in Christ who after years of being pursued by God, stopped running and answered the call, halleluiah, הַלְלוּיָה

https://www.lovegod-ministries.org/


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HighStrung is a dynamic and captivating music artist who has been making waves both domestically and internationally. With a passion for connecting with people from all walks of life, he has traveled overseas and toured extensively across the United States, leaving a lasting impact on everyone he meets. His impressive resume boasts opening slots for hip-hop heavyweights like Future and Big Sean, as well as sold-out headlining shows in front of crowds of over 4,000 people. HighStrung's electrifying live performances and thought-provoking lyrics have resonated with fans of all ages, cementing his reputation as a rising star in the music industry. With his latest album "Rose From The Concrete" making waves, HighStrung continues to push the boundaries of what's possible, inspiring a new generation of music lovers with his infectious energy, creative vision, and unwavering dedication to his craft.

In this insightful conversation, HighStrung delves into the creative process behind "Rose From The Concrete", sharing the personal struggles, triumphs, and epiphanies that shaped the album's themes of resilience, hope, and self-discovery. As he opens up about his artistic vision and unwavering dedication to his craft, it's clear that HighStrung is on a mission to leave a lasting impact on the music industry. With a fierce passion to inspire and uplift listeners worldwide, he's poised to become a legendary figure in the music world, leaving a legacy that transcends generations. Join us as we explore the mind of a true innovator and get a glimpse into the bright future that lies ahead for this talented artist.

https://www.officialhighstrung.com/

Rost from the Concrete on Apple Music:

https://music.apple.com/us/album/rose-from-the-concrete/1736585362

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In this episode, we dive into the world of performance and self-expression with Elma Linz Kanefield, author of 'Hamlet's Mirror: Reaching Your Performance Potential'. Elma shares her expertise on how to overcome obstacles, build confidence, and unlock your full potential. Join us as we explore the intersection of performance, psychology, and personal growth, and discover how 'Hamlet's Mirror' can help you reach new heights in your craft and beyond.

About Elma


Elma Linz Kanefield, LCSW, CPC, succumbed to debilitating stage fright as a young performer which left her voice… silent. However, rather than remain devastated and at the effect of her fear, she transformed her fright into her life’s calling and became a specialist in the psychology of the performing artist.

So passionate was Elma about addressing the special personal and professional needs, challenges and possibilities of performing artists that she relocated in 1980 from the Midwest to New York City to open the only Psychotherapeutic private practice exclusive to performers. For the last four decades Elma has been healing and empowering artists at all ages and stages of their lives and careers

In 1986, Elma became the Founding Director of The Juilliard School’s Counseling Services. She created the first of its kind, on-campus, fully staffed psychotherapy facility, offering unlimited, confidential sessions to serve the entire graduate and post-graduate student body. The Juilliard School’s Counseling Services remains the only mental health service in the world for performing arts students in an independent performing arts institution. Elma has continued to serve The Juilliard School as a clinical and organizational consultant.

Elma attended Connecticut College in New London, Connecticut and attained her undergraduate degree with honors in psychology at Webster University in St. Louis, Missouri. She went on to earn her Masters of Social Work at Washington University in St. Louis and did her post-graduate studies in Advanced Psychodynamic Psychotherapy at the Psychoanalytic Institute in St. Louis. In New York City, Elma became a Certified Professional Life Coach at iPEC, the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. She also studied at The Neighborhood Playhouse in New York City and Yale Music Summer School in Norwalk, Connecticut. Elma is a member of Actors Equity.

Elma’s philanthropic work includes Board memberships on: The Actors Center, The New York New Music Ensemble, The Juilliard Council, The Actor’s Fund’s Dancer’s Resource Advisory Council, and Chair of the Artist for the Cure Benefit at Carnegie Hall. In 1999, Elma became a member of The Lotos Club, an arts and literary club founded in 1870 in New York City. As a member, she was asked to serve on The Lotos Foundation Board that offers grants to noteworthy arts organizations in the city.

Not only has Elma written and lectured about her specialization on the psychology of the performing artist, but her pioneering expertise on stage fright has been written about and quoted in The New York Times, Time Magazine, The US and Canadian Opera News, In Style Magazine, The Daily News, and other trade publications. 

Elma recently published a book reflecting her life’s work entitled Hamlet’s Mirror, Reaching Your Performance Potential Onstage and Off.



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In this episode, we dive into the world of international touring and performance with Cliff and Susan. From their most memorable shows to their secrets for maintaining musical versatility, we explore the highs and lows of life on the road. With their unique blend of energy, enthusiasm, and expertise, Cliff and Susan share insights on adapting to diverse cultural audiences, managing a demanding tour schedule, and overcoming challenges. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at the lives of these globetrotting musicians, and get ready to be inspired by their passion, creativity, and dedication to their craft. Whether you're a music lover, an aspiring performer, or simply looking for a dose of creativity and inspiration, this episode is sure to delight! 

If Charlie Daniels married a female Jerry Lee Lewis, you have Cliff and Susan, a married country duo from Little Rock, Arkansas. The duo captivates audiences worldwide with their piano, fiddle, and guitar performances. Their lively, request-driven, and interactive shows keep crowds entertained for hours as they masterfully deliver diverse musical genres to people of all ages. With over 2,000 songs in their arsenal, their musical versatility is truly impressive.

Cliff Prowse, a singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, arranger, and producer, has been creating music for decades. He started at a young age honing his skills in the town square of Mt. View, Arkansas, to recording, living, and performing in Nashville, TN. Cliff's versatility as a multi-instrumentalist has led to many collaborations with award-winning artists. He has produced over 30 artists and continues writing, arranging, and creating.

Susan Erwin Prowse, a singing piano entertainer, boasts a thriving international music career spanning two decades, with two albums released out of Nashville. Since 2003, Susan has followed her music passion and left the corporate world as a Radio Frequency Engineer to travel the world entertaining in high-energy piano bars. Susan took 10 years of classical piano lessons starting at the age of 6. She is an honors graduate of the University of Central Arkansas with a degree in Pure Mathematics.

Cliff and Susan met on stage in Little Rock, Arkansas, in 2016 and immediately formed their music duo. Love blossomed, and they eloped in Las Vegas in 2017. Cliff & Susan have toured internationally in over seven countries, performing more than 200 shows per year. The duo released their debut single, "Drivin' Me Crazy," in April 2020. Their signature song, "Fiddle & Keys," released in January 2023, caught the attention of Governor Mike Huckabee, and lead to an invitation to perform on his nationally televised Huckabee Show in February 2023.  On October 6, 2023, they released “Neon Dreams” as a single leading up to their 12-song song debut album, “Fiddle & Keys,” released on October 27, 2023. Their debut album charted Top 40 Apple Country Albums Chart upon release. They've opened for national acts such as ZZ Top and Niko Moon.

In 2017, Cliff and Susan incorporated Big Red Dog Productions, a music production and artist development company based in Little Rock, Arkansas. As an extension of their artistic brand, their e-commerce store, Rainy Ray, features their handmade jewelry, apparel, and artwork. Their annual Yadaloo Music & Arts Festival won Arkansas's Best New Festival of the Year in 2019. It led to them winning the Arkansas Country Music Award's Promoter of the Year.  

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ABOUT SHAUNIE HENDERSON AND UNDEFEATED  

Shaunie Henderson (1.8 million followers on Instagram) left her marriage to Shaquille O'Neal with nothing more than her five young kids and her car and became a trailblazing media mogul, philanthropist, and creator of the hit TV franchise Basketball Wives. In her debut book, UNDEFEATED: Changing the Rules and Winning on My Own Terms, Shaunie Henderson-wife, mother, entrepreneur, producer -- opens up about finding love, offers advice for raising strong, smart, grounded Black children in today's world, and reveals how to define your career and personal life by your own terms in this inspirational memoir.  

Today, Shaunie Henderson is a force to be reckoned with-a TV personality, producer of multiple hit reality shows, entrepreneur, philanthropist, mother of five children, First Lady of her husband's church, and role model. But before she found her voice and her purpose, she was one more young woman trying to find her way as a partner, a parent, and a person.

In Undefeated, Henderson opens up about the struggles, heartbreaks, losses, and triumphs that have made her who she is today-stories that will inspire you to rise up, discover your strength and self-love, and be who you are meant to be. Featuring her relatable voice and filled with candor, Undefeated is so much more than a memoir-it is a stirring guidebook that will change your life for the better. 

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Shaunie Henderson is the founder and CEO of Amirah, Inc., the production company behindBasketball Wives, one of the most watched, long-standing, and highest-grossing shows in reality television history. She remains focused on diversifying and transforming the entertainment terrain by empowering and providing economic freedom and independence to people of color and women. She is a mother to five children, and she and her husband, Pastor Keion Henderson, split their time between Houston and Los Angeles. Find out more at ShaunieHenderson.com

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