The Entrepreneur Magazine Humanity Unleashed 2023: rock nyc’s SohoJohnny Pasquale Hailed Among Sure Shots For This Year
The vibe of the New Year is seamlessly flowing with the cosmos. Expressions of the divine touch the talents of many artists who are waiting for the world to recognize their brilliance. These are the people with infinite creativity and a passionate desire to tie the invisible threads together and breathe in the rhythms of the universe. By exploring their possibilities, we have come up with a scientific and intuitive list of those who are “MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED IN 2023” or those who have already conquered success but are meant to continue in their particular industry because they are the best of the best….
ENTREPRENEUR
Stacey Toy:
COO of NFT Drop: A leader in the entertainment industry and NFT Metaverse. An Oxford graduate, Stacey Toy holds a masters degree in journalism and co-hosts FanRoom Live interviewing stars including Ice-T, Morgan Fairchild, Cedric the Entertainer, etc.
Pep Real Estate:
Owned and operated by John Pasquale. Pep Real Estate is a full-service real estate management company located in Manhattan. Hip real estate office sales and leasing of rental stores, offices, lofts, condos, restaurants and nightclubs. It also offers pop-up stores.
Nick Molnar
Nick Molnar is the co-founder of Afterpay, which is now the largest industry in Australia and has recently entered the US market. This is changing the way people buy and pay for things all over the globe.
Dr. Ahmad Nooristani:
The Dr. on ABC Morning News promoting Balance 7. He has been a practicing medical doctor for over 16 years and is a big endorser of daily exercise. Balance 7 is a breakthrough product helping people who suffer from a variety of ailments including exhaustion and low energy.
Nigel Carr
Co-owner and editor of one of the most influential magazines on the planet “Louder Than War”, Nigel Carr is also a partner at Carousel Projects and Presenter at Louder Than War Radio. Recently he released a successful video and song with his new band “My Beating Heart” called “Come On England.”
PHILANTHROPIST
John “SohoJohnny” Pasquale:
Founder of the “Let Me Help, Inc. Foundation, with the mission of helping people whose lives and livelihoods have been affected in someway by an unforeseen circumstance or illness by raising money through the celebration of music laughter and dance. SohoJohnny has already produced several virtual and live events globally.
Azim Premji
He has donated $21 million thus far to education and healthcare.
Warren Buffett
Since the year 2000 he has given more than $46 billion to charity and it’s commonly known as one of the world’s biggest philanthropists.
Bill Gates
Bill Gates is known as one of the most active, modern-day philanthropists on the sphered in 2023.
Kathy Eldon
Kathy Eldon launched Creative Visions, which supports storytellers and empowers education and youth around human rights issues. And the foundation contains a powerful Network of activists, artists, filmmakers, advisears and organizations.
POP SOLO ARTIST (Male)
Rocky Kramer:
Rocky Kramer is a Norwegian/American guitarist, singer, songwriter who is currently based in Los Angeles. He became widely recognized in 2018 when he headlined the Seattle Hempfest. Rocky is set to Star as the lead role in a feature film “Rockin’ In Time.”
Ed Sheeran
Ed Sheeran continues to leave the ranks of pop star male singers, songwriters and producers. He has won many awards including the Brit Award, the Ivor Novello Award and four Grammy Awards. He has had 6 number 1 singles and continues to chart
The Weeknd
The Weeknd is a Canadian singer, songwriter and producer, and considered to be one of the most popular and successful R&B artists of all time with multiple Grammy wins and nominations.
Harry Styles
Beginning his career in the boy band One Direction put Harry on a successful solo career with a Wide International Fanbase still supporting him.
Shawn Mendes
Shawn Mendes originally gained popularity on Vine. He has since become one of the most popular singers with a solid Fanbase all over the world.
POP SOLO ARTIST (Female)
Kylie Marshall:
The next Ariana Grande or better, k14 year old Kylie Marshall is making tsunami type waves as a slow pop artist. Her first time performing was in front of an audience of 2500. She has also appeared on the iconic children’s show Wonderama and is currently filming a movie directed by Josh Webber called “Athena Saves Christmas.”
Olivia Rodrigo
She first rose to prominence from her lead roles on Disney television programs including the High School Musical series. Her debut single “Driver’s License took her over the top.
Daisy Jopling
Daisy Jopling is a classical and pop world renowned violinist. She has toured the world and has recently signed a deal with Tribeca Records and is planning to release her new music shortly.
Gayle
Signed with Atlantic Records she released her first single ABCDEFU which hit the charts worldwide.
Billie Eilish
Her first musical experience occurred when she was only 8 years old with the Los Angeles Children’s Choir. She has already won 7 Grammy Awards and continues to stun the world with her music and surprises.
COUNTRY SINGER
Jarvis Redd:
Jarvis Redd is quickly becoming a fierce force as a country singer. Recently invited to perform at the 50th annual CMA Fest this coming June. He has already been noticed by icons including Tim McGraw and gained nearly a million followers on TikTok in one week after posting one of his videos.
Tim McGraw
Tim first topped the charts in 1994 and continues to top the charts. He is a singer, songwriter and actor.
Garth Brooks
Garth Brooks is considered one of the top hundred greatest country artists and singers of all times. He is known for integrating Pop and rock into his music.
Carrie Underwood
Carrie Underwood Rose to fame after winning the fourth season of American Idol in 2005. She has won 8 Grammy Awards thus far.
Ashley Cooke
Ashley Cooke Took a stab at video sharing on TikTok and uploaded one of her songs “Never Til Now”. With 10.8 million likes and 843,000 followers she was able to gain over 1.3 million monthly listeners on Spotify alone.
DUOS/BANDS
Many Miles Away:
Acclaimed singer, songwriter and musician Michael Shapiro has teamed up with illustrious guitarist, singer, songwriter Miles Schon. They are about to be signed to Tribeca Records and release their first single this month. This will be followed by two more singles and finally an album.
Riot Act
Riot Act is definitely a band to be recognized. Their lead guitarist is Rick Ventura who was formerly a member of the band Riot who rose to prominence in the 70s. Lead singer Don Chaffin rules the world with his outrageous vocals. Other members include Paul Ranieri and Claudio Gakinski.
Revolushn
Out of the Bay Area this psyche rock band is completely wild and unapologetic. Lead singer “No” or otherwise known as Frank Shubert plays 18 instruments and has worked with No Doubt, Rod Stewart, Devo and many others, His wife Olga Perry creates the wildest videos known to man and their drummer is Dave Kendrick of Devo.
THE AMERICAN RELICS
THE AMERICAN RELICS is A band who takes us influences from the 70s and 80s. They bend all genres and find their music echoes the past, is celebrated in the present and fits in the future. Band members contain frontman John Gitano, Adrienne Dugger, Nelson Montana, Ian Zane, Josh Salant and Joni Ernst.
Edge of Paradise
This outrageous new band is gaining popularity quickly. The band consists of lead vocalist Margarita Monet, Dave Bates, David Ruiz, Jamie Moreno and Kenny Lockwood. The band is known for it’s industrial and classical influences.
BOOKS
Howard Bloom: “Einstein, Michael Jackson and Me”
Mickey Burns: “From the Projects to Profiles”
Gianni Russo: “The 6th Family: A Gianni Russo Novel Book 1”
John Robb: “The Art of Darkness: The History of Goth”
Eileen Shapiro: “Waiting For Adam”
MOVIES
AMBUSH: Director- Mark Burman
THE BEAST INSIDE: Director-Jim Towns
DOG MOON: Director- Michele Kanan
QUIGLEY 2: Director- William Byron Hillman
RED RIVER: Director- Jennifer James
ENTERTAINMENT PUBLICATIONS
LOUDER THAN WAR
GET OUT MAGAZINE
THE HOLLYWOOD DIGEST
THE HYPE MAGAZINE
THE SPOTTED CAT MAGAZINE
ROCK NYC
GLOBAL.BIZ
NY/LA WEEKLY TIMES
WHATS HAPPENING NOW? NEW YORK CITY MAGAZINE
DAILY POP NEWS
SPLASH MAGAZINES
SKOPE MAGAZINE
VENTS MAGAZINE
THE HUFFINGTON POST
ESSENTIALLY POP
BLAZING MINDS
NASHVILLE MUSIC GUIDE
THE INDIE SOURCE
ESSENTIALLY HOLLYWOOD
CELEBRITY ZONES
TV/RADIO/PODCASTS
The SIMONETTA LEIN SHOW
THE JIMMY STAR SHOW WITH RON RUSSELL
PROFILES WITH MICKEY BURNS
HAPPY HOUR PODCAST WITH RAY CHACE
SOHO AT NIGHT
IF THESE WALLS COULD TALK WITH WENDY STEWART AND TYM MOSS
THE MIKE WAGNER SHOW
MOVIE REVIEWS AND MORE WITH BRIAN SEBASTIAN
WHATS HAPPENING NOW? NEW YORK CITY RADIO SHOW
THE VIOLATORS
ENTERTAINERS
RANDY EDELMAN: [Chelsea Stage, City Winery, The Camden Club “A Life in 80 Minutes]
World renowned composer for film, TV, pop songs (Last of the Mohicans, My Cousin Vinny, Ghostbusters ll, MacGyver, A Weekend in New England, Isn’t it a Shame, Pretty Girls) Randy Edelman was named best live entertainer by Rock NYC
DAISY JOPLING: [ Iridium, Chelsea Stage, Egypt, Lincoln Center, Royal Albert Hall]
Daisy Jopling is a world class violinist who has performed globally since the age of 10 and has just been signed to Tribeca Records
KING MELVIN BROWN: [Cotton Club, Don’t Tell Mama]
Clean comedian, singer, songwriter, producer
TONY MOORE: [The Bedford, The Camden Club, “Awakening”]
Tony Moore is a singer, songwriter, producer, promoter, and the original member of the iconic bands Iron Maiden and Cutting Crew
IKE AVELLI: [Fringe Fest, Triad, Atlantic City, 50 Shades of Gay]
Ike Avelli is a world class comedian who has taken is own show to amazing heights. He also hosts several popular podcasts.
TYM MOSS: [Triad, New York Nightlife favorite, Palm Springs]
Tym Moss has been entertaining New York and is nationally acclaimed for several years. He is a singer, and comedian and hosts his own entertainment podcast
WENDY STUART KAPLAN: [Night of A Thousand Gown Events]
Wendy Stewart Kaplan is a comedian, host, producer, author and fit model. She hosts several weekly podcasts as well.
ARIEL SINCLAIR: [Fire Island, Kiss]
Ariel Sinclair is a New York and Fire Island superstar drag queen. She sings her own songs, and hosts a large number of shows. She’s a comedian and producer and is loved by everyone.
PORSCHE: [Everywhere]
Porsche (aka Brant Kaiwi) Is one of the best loved and well-respected drag queens and impersonators on the planet. He was the first queen to appear on national television with Wanda Sykes.
MICHAEL MUSTO: [Club Cumming, Village Voice, everywhere in NYC]
Michael Musto is known as one of the most popular journalists of our time and for being a columnist and critic for the Village Voice, NY Times, The Advocate, and a million other publications. He is also a singer, comedian, host, television personality, and entertainer.
EVENT/FILM PRODUCERS
John Velasco: MD25: Let Me Help The Children of the World
John Pasquale: 9/11 Let Me Help Celebrity Benefit Concert
Bob Golden: Reckless in Vegas- Sahara
Michael Shapiro: Reckless in Vegas- Sahara
Jimmy Star: Quigley 2, Red River, Death House, Dog Moon
Ray Quiroga: Death House, Night Mistress
Hugh McPherson: My Porn Star Wife
Jason Blum: M3GAN, The Exorcist, Insidious 5
Don Mancini: Chucky TV Series
Kevin Costner: Yellowstone
