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Shefik Launches His 'Invocation' Audio Productions at JioSaavn
On March 23, 2018, Saavn announced merger with JioMusic in a deal worth more than $1 billion.

December 22, 2020 Distribution

At JioSaavn, Shefik launches audio content from his multimedia series, "Shefik presents Invocation". As the largest streaming platform for South Asian music and audio entertainment, JioSaavn has a base of more than 104 million active monthly listeners.

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Shefik Launches His 'Invocation' Audio Productions at Radio.com
Radio.com is available online, via mobile devices, and devices such as Chromecast.

December 18, 2020 Distribution

At Radio.com, media personality Shefik launches audio content — packaged as a podcast — from his self-produced multimedia series, "Shefik presents Invocation". Radio.com was originally created by CBS Radio and was acquired by Entercom.

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Shefik Launches His 'Invocation' Audio Productions at Gaana
Gaana is India's largest audio streaming app, where you can access millions of songs and podcasts.

December 16, 2020 Distribution

At Gaana, media personality Shefik launches audio content — packaged as a podcast — from his self-produced multimedia series, "Shefik presents Invocation". Gaana is India's largest commercial music streaming service with over 200 million monthly users.

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Shefik Launches His 'Invocation' Audio Productions at Audible
Audible audio files are compatible with hundreds of audio players, PDAs, mobile phones, and streaming media devices.

December 16, 2020 Distribution

At Audible, media personality Shefik launches audio content — packaged as a podcast — from his self-produced multimedia series, "Shefik presents Invocation". On January 31, 2008, Amazon announced it would buy Audible for about $300 million.

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Shefik Launches His 'Invocation' Audio Productions at Stitcher
Stitcher is the easiest way to listen, download, and discover podcasts for free across iOS, Android, Web, and more.

December 5, 2020 Distribution

At Stitcher, media personality Shefik launches audio content — packaged as a podcast — from his self-produced multimedia series, "Shefik presents Invocation". In July 2020, Sirius XM acquired Stitcher for $325 million.

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Shefik Launches His 'Invocation' Audio Productions at Amazon Music
In August 2019, Amazon Music got its first smartwatch app available on selected Garmin smartwatches.

November 30, 2020 Distribution

At Amazon Music, media personality Shefik launches audio content — packaged as a podcast — from his self-produced multimedia series, "Shefik presents Invocation". As of 2020, Amazon Music had 55 million listeners, located across multiple countries.

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Shefik Returns as Official Judge for 5th Annual Shorty Social Good Awards
Shorty Social Good Awards recognize excellence in the professional social media community.

November 27, 2020 Judging

Media personality Shefik returns as an official judge for the 5th Annual Shorty Social Good Awards. This year's winners include The Walt Disney Company, ViacomCBS, HBO, IBM Originals, United Nations Foundation, National Geographic, and Global Citizen.

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Shefik to Moderate Series of Panels at Hip-Hop Tech Con
The mission is to expose best practices in technology, while accelerating a new breed of entrepreneurs.

October 30, 2020 Appearances

On November 2, 2020, Shefik will be moderating series of panels at Hip-Hop Tech Con. The panels are scheduled to consist of a powerhouse group of industry professionals, including Doctor Dré (Co-Host, "Yo! MTV Raps" and Radio Personality, SiriusXM).

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Shefik to Host 46th Annual Harambee Festival in Dallas, Texas
Harambee literally means "all pull together" in Swahili, and is also the official motto of Kenya.

October 27, 2020 Appearances

On Saturday, October 31, 2020, media personality Shefik is hosting the 46th Annual Harambee Festival live. The festival is the oldest and largest African-American cultural event in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex of Texas, with over 15,000 in attendance.

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Shefik to Moderate LGBTQ+ Discussion With Bruce Cohen, Christopher Donaldson, Peppermint, and Kareem Ferguson
Bruce Cohen is an Academy Award winning producer of film, television, theatre, and live events.

August 6, 2020 Appearances

Sir Shefik Macauley (known mononymously as Shefik) will moderate a Master Cypher titled "LGBTQ+, The Culture & Film". This panel discussion will be a no-holds barred conversation on the politics of being LGBTQ+ in film and in the culture of hip-hop.

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Shefik Launches His 'Invocation' Audio Productions at TuneIn
TuneIn is designed with all of your favorite devices in mind to deliver the worlds best listening experience.

August 5, 2020 Distribution

At TuneIn, Shefik launches audio content from his multimedia series, "Shefik presents Invocation". TuneIn has more than 75 million monthly active users. TuneIn is integrated in hundreds of car models, including Mercedes Benz, Volvo, and Tesla.

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Shefik to Conclude 2020 World Tour at Hip Hop Film Festival in New York City
The world tour is well underway, after recently completing stops in South Africa, Italy, Kenya, and West Africa.

August 4, 2020 Appearances

Media personality Shefik is hosting a new video series titled "Conversations from the Culture" for Hip Hop Film Festival. Selected filmmakers throughout the world sit down with Shefik in New York City to discuss film, politics, and more.

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Shefik Launches His 'Invocation' Audio Productions at iHeartRadio
iHeartMedia is the number one audio company in the United States, reaching nine out of 10 Americans every month.

August 2, 2020 Distribution

At iHeartRadio, Shefik launches audio content from his multimedia series, "Shefik presents Invocation". iHeartRadio is available across more than 250 platforms and 2,000 devices, including BMW ConnectedDrive, GM Vehicles, Comcast Xfinity X1, and VIZIO.

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Shefik Launches His 'Invocation' Audio Productions at Deezer
Deezer works across all your devices, both online and offline, with no listening limits.

July 12, 2020 Distribution

At Deezer, media personality Shefik launches audio content — packaged as a podcast — from his multimedia series, "Shefik presents Invocation". Deezer is a French online music streaming service with 14 million monthly active users, across 180 countries.

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Shefik Expands His Syndicated Radio Show to Hamilton Radio
The show has amassed over half a million enlightened listeners monthly, and every month the audience increases.

July 11, 2020 Distribution

The nationally syndicated radio show "Shefik presents Invocation" is currently broadcast on 23 terrestrial radio stations and frequencies throughout the United States. Each one-hour episode is executive-produced and hosted by media personality Shefik.

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Shefik Journeys to West Africa With Top Film Directors for 'Conversations From the Culture'
The world tour is well underway, after recently completing successful stops in South Africa, Italy, and Kenya.

July 11, 2020 Appearances

Media personality Shefik is hosting a new video series titled "Conversations from the Culture" for Hip Hop Film Festival in West Africa. Selected African filmmakers sit down with Shefik in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire to discuss film, politics, and more.

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Shefik Celebrates 4-Year Anniversary of His Syndicated Radio Show
The show has amassed over half a million enlightened listeners monthly, and every month the audience increases.

July 4, 2020 Announcements

Since its debut on July 4, 2016, the nationally syndicated, terrestrial radio show "Shefik presents Invocation", as well as its accompanying website, has won over 40 industry awards. The website serves as a conduit for discussion of the show.

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Shefik Expands His Syndicated Radio Show to Garland, Texas
Each episode highlights one relatable focal point, encompassing a unique thematic concept.

July 4, 2020 Distribution

The nationally syndicated radio show "Shefik presents Invocation" is currently broadcast on 23 terrestrial radio stations and frequencies throughout the United States. Each one-hour episode is executive-produced and hosted by media personality Shefik.

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Shefik Launches His 'Invocation' Audio Productions at Google Podcasts
With Google Podcasts, you can find and listen to the world's podcasts for free.

July 4, 2020 Distribution

At Google Podcasts, media personality Shefik launches audio content from his self-produced multimedia series, "Shefik presents Invocation". You can access the Google Podcasts app on iOS, Android, and Windows. Google Cast is also supported.

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Shefik Expands His Syndicated Radio Show to Washington, D.C.
Each episode highlights one relatable focal point, encompassing a unique thematic concept.

July 2, 2020 Distribution

The nationally syndicated radio show "Shefik presents Invocation" is currently broadcast on 23 terrestrial radio stations and frequencies throughout the United States. Each one-hour episode is executive-produced and hosted by media personality Shefik.

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Shefik Launches His 'Invocation' Audio Productions at Apple Podcasts
Apple Podcasts is the best place to discover audio stories that entertain, inform, and inspire.

June 29, 2020 Distribution

At Apple Podcasts, Shefik launches audio content from his multimedia series, "Shefik presents Invocation". Use the Apple Podcasts app on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch, on your Mac, or on your Apple TV. You can also listen on your Apple Watch.

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Shefik Launches His 'Invocation' Audio Productions at Spotify
Spotify is the most popular global audio streaming subscription service with 286 million users, across 79 markets.

June 28, 2020 Distribution

At Spotify, Shefik launches audio content from his multimedia series, "Shefik presents Invocation". Spotify is the most popular global audio streaming subscription service with 286 million users, including 130 million subscribers, across 79 markets.

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Shefik Journeys to Kenya With Top Film Directors for 'Conversations From the Culture'
The world tour is well underway, after recently completing successful stops in South Africa and Italy.

June 27, 2020 Appearances

Media personality Shefik is hosting a new video series titled "Conversations from the Culture" for Hip Hop Film Festival in Kenya. Selected African filmmakers sit down with Shefik in Nairobi, Kenya to discuss film, politics, and more.

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Shefik Journeys to Italy With Top Film Directors for 'Conversations From the Culture'
The world tour is well underway, after recently completing a successful stop in South Africa.

June 13, 2020 Appearances

Media personality Shefik is hosting a new video series titled "Conversations from the Culture" for Hip Hop Film Festival in Europe. Selected European filmmakers sit down with Shefik in Rome, Italy to discuss film, politics, and more.

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Shefik (Virtually) Travels to South Africa to Host New Video Series for Hip Hop Film Festival
Episodes of the series are available for viewing on-demand via exclusive broadcast on 24/7 Films.

May 31, 2020 Appearances

Media personality Shefik is hosting a new video series titled "Conversations from the Culture" for Hip Hop Film Festival in South Africa. Selected South African filmmakers sit down with Shefik to discuss film, South African politics, and more.

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Charisse Arrington: I Don't Consider Things Anymore a Failure in My Life — Photo Credit: Shefik

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August 16, 2016 Vision

Charisse Arrington is a R&B singer who was signed to MCA Records in the 1990s. Her biggest success was with the single "Down With This" which peaked in the top twenty of the Billboard Dance singles chart and top five of the Billboard Dance breakout chart.

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Douglas Baldeo: We're Friends Because We Love Each Other

November 11, 2016 Friendship

Twelve-year-old Douglas Baldeo was a principal cast member of the award-winning Broadway Musical, "Kinky Boots". Following his run in "Kinky Boots", he was cast as a vacation swing for "Motown the Musical" on tour.

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Trisco Pearson of Force M.D.'s: Each One, Teach One — Photo Credit: Shefik

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February 22, 2018 Dreams

Force M.D.'s is an American R&B vocal group that was formed in 1981 in Staten Island, New York. Later, Trisco Pearson joined the group.

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Tali of Blush — Photo Credit: Shefik

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August 27, 2016 Breathing

Mathew Knowles found phenomenal success grooming and managing the mega group Destiny's Child. He is now handing out mics to Blush, a harmonically blended hip-hop and R&B trio, and since 2013, they are using their mics to mix fiery rhymes and hooks.

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Freddie Jackson: That's the Power of Love

June 30, 2017 Love

Freddie Jackson is an American soul singer. Among his well-known hits are "Rock Me Tonight (For Old Times Sake)", "Have You Ever Loved Somebody", "Jam Tonight", "Do Me Again", and "You Are My Lady".

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