Visit L. Joevon "the Masked Don" @ the Go Africa 2018 SF on 7/14/2018

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Visit L. Joevon the Masked Don and experience his music and related works such as SEEDS IN THE CONCRETE 2017 at the SF on 7/14/2018
The Go Africa Harlem Street Festival will take place on 07/14/2018
from 10am – 7pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.  please self-register via Eventbrite https://goafricaharlem2018.eventbrite.com
or email Info@GoAfricaHarlem.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001
SEEDS IN THE CONCRETE 2017

  1. JOEVON THE MASKED DON Release Date: September 1st, 2017 Representation: Seeds in the Concrete Inc. Production: Rick Hertz, Greg G The Golden Child, ROK R, MV Riot Streaming Link: www.seedsintheconcrete.com

Stage Name: L. Joevon the Masked Don Location: Brooklyn, NY
Styles: Hip Hop, Rap, R&B Available for: Performances, Showcases, Club Appearances, Features, Collaborations Set: 1-2 Hours

TRACKLISTING 1. IMURJE 2. CANDY RED 3. TREES GROW IN BROOKLYN 4. H2H 5. DO IT ALL 6. SENSES OF LOVE 7. GOLD DIGGER 8. LIFE SO STRANGE 9. NO PLACE TO GO 10. HATER 11. THE STORY 12. DO OR DIE 13. HIGH ROLLER 14. DARKNESS 15. THE SPROUT 16. SURF MY WAVE 17. MUSTARD SEEDS
Biography
Born in Brooklyn, New York, L.Joevon currently lives and produces in New York City as a writer with various artistic abilities. His creativity helped him endure many of the obstacles he faced by escaping the reality of his life. L was raised by a single misguided mother until the age of seven. Growing up in a broken home generated a lot of misguided confusion and anger. After going through eight foster homes, he realized he needed to find a way to cope with his pain. His outlet became art. With no family to trust. L found one within the New York City Crip Gang where he was praised for his loyalty and support. His commitment to the streets built his rep and landed him in incarceration at the ripe age of17. At the age of19, he created his first mixtape Ethiopian and sold over 2,000 copies.

 

 
L.Joevon performed in local underground spots thatlanded him a management deal. Unfortunately, L experienced the manipulation of power and was faced with a decision to make; either become a puppet for funding, or take his career into his own hands. L chose to defend himself, and was faced with three years of incarceration. During his time, he started using his creative mind to escape the reality he was facing. L received news from an ex-girlfriend that he had a son. Grief consumed him as L felt responsible for becoming an absentee father. He wrote Seeds in the Concrete along with multiple songs inspired by his time in solitary confinement. He found answers to problems through autonomy, and used that to create an ultimate new reality to live in. He studied business, philosophy, and the arts. Through this L found that the greatest and most vital tool was love. L.Joevon is currently being managed by Am’I ( Autonomy Manifested, Inc.) He is working hard to craft an innovative and creative project. Through Seeds in the Concrete, L.Joevon is hoping to inspire others to be the seed growing from the concrete. 2
 
 
SEEDS IN THE CONCRETE
“A Tale About A Tree
That Grew in Crooklyn!”
Website: www.seedsintheconcrete.com
Social Media: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube
Author: L Joevon

We welcome Healthfirst® to the Go Africa Harlem 2018 Street Festival on 7/14/2018

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We are honored to welcome Healthfirst again this year to the Street Festival.
The Go Africa Harlem Street Festival will take place on 07/14/2018
from 10am – 7pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.  please self-register via Eventbrite https://goafricaharlem2018.eventbrite.com
or email Info@GoAfricaHarlem.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001
 
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Go Africa Award 2018 Recipient: Sekouba Bolomba

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We are pleased to announce that Sekouba Bolomba has been selected by our award committee to receive an award for his years of artistic service to the African, African-American, and Caribbean Communities
Mr.  Sekouba Bolomba, Senior Artistic Director (Africa), Go Africa Network Inc, as the lead performer and artist for the upcoming street festival on 7/14 /2018
The Go Africa Harlem Street Festival will take place on 7/14 /2018  from 10am – 6pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.  please register at : https://goafricaharlem2018.eventbrite.com   or email Info@GoAfricaHarlem.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001
Words from Sekouba Bolomba :
This is a honor  for me to accept the award from go Africa Harlem street  Festival 2018
Sekouba Diakite.
Sekouba Bolomba is hard-working man … reggae artist from west Africa ivory coast. my American Dream came true coming in this country 1998 no speaking English I learn how to speak English and move around in the U.S A. I like to help I am part of be something special
we are accepting donation to help Schools in Africa and I’m glad to be part of go Africa Harlem street Festival.
Click her to donate: https://www.facebook.com/donate/116415502551116/
or https://www.facebook.com/GoAfricaNetwork/
 
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Mr. Sekouba Bolomba is an Ivorian reggae musician. In the tradition of jamaican roots reggae from the 70s, Sekouba combines an eclectic mix of traditional West African rhythms known as Bolomba, using djembe drums and balafons. His potent lyrics, heavy ideas, and delicate voice are laced in his music in four different languages: English, French, Malinke and Bambara. He humbly has graced stages around the globe with generous performances, including Israel, Germany, Switzerland, Mali, Senegal, Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, the United States of America and Canada.
After being enriched into the roots of the Bolomba style, the young Sekouba came alive with the West African sounds of the Mandinka. Sekouba’s desire to sing came naturally but it was never a reality without the musical influence of his brother, Ismael Isaac. Sekouba’s other musical influences include, Lucky Dube, Alpha Blondy, and Bob Marley. 243695_4250615666917_1978768217_o
Sekouba’s uplifting and heartening lyrics enliven audiences with spiritual liberation and African consciousness. His debut album “I’m So Glad” was self-produced in New York City and arranged by Oscar Ankou. Sekouba’s sophomore album in 2010 “Sejo” was co-produced by Sidney Mills, Grammy award-winning reggae artist and keyboard player for the legendary reggae band Steel Pulse. The album includes outstanding liberal tracks like “Mandela” featuring Bob Marley’s guitarist Junior Marvin from The Wailers. “Mandela” is a sharp and arousing tribute to former President of South Africa Nelson Mandela, and has been well-received by international fans.
Sekouba and his band Bolumba Stylee have decorated the nation with groovy, soulful performances at venues and festivals such as Festival Nuits d’Afrique in Montreal, Canada; Abi Festival in Abidjan, Ivory Coast; Fête de la Musique in Mali; SummerStage in New York City, alongside Israeli artist Idan Raichel; NJPAC SummerStage; New Haven Music Festival; Brooklyn’s International African Arts Festival; S.O.B.’s; Shrine World Music Venue; and many more. Sekouba’s music is inspired by a conglomerate of modern day music, and the ancestral dialogue passed down to him as a descendant of a long line of griots. In one show, Sekouba’s listeners share in a universal experience. 12227056_10208321335974308_8777459754701423514_n
Sekouba is the youngest brother of Isaac Ismael, the lead singer in Ivory Coast’s best known musical group. He currently lives in New York City and is the Senior Artistic Director for the Go Africa Network 2016 (NYC).
 
Sekouba’s bio is in the May 2016 edition of L3 Magazine, North America.s #1 Urban-Caribbean online publication.
 
Sekouba’s next album ”Imagine” will be released in early 2017.
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Go Africa Award 2018 Recipient: Famod Konneh

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We are pleased to announce that Famod Konneh has been selected by our award committee to receive an award for his years of service to the African, African-American, and Caribbean Communities 
Please join us with your presence and spirit on 7/14/2018 at the Go Africa Harlem 2018 Street festival when Mr. Konneh receives his well deserved recognition for his selfless service to our community and the great City of New York throughout the years.
The Go Africa Harlem Street Festival will take place on 07/14/2018
from 10am – 7pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.  please self-register via Eventbrite https://goafricaharlem2018.eventbrite.com
or email Info@GoAfricaHarlem.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001
 
About Famod Konneh
Bronx Borough Director & African Liaison, New York City Mayor’s Office Community Affairs Unit
@Famodk1 @mayorsCAU
 
Famod Konneh is the Bronx Borough Director & African Liaison of the New York City Mayor’s Office Community Affairs Unit (CAU). The Mayor’s Community Affairs Unit (CAU) is the fundamental connection between City Hall and New York City residents throughout the five boroughs. Before joining the Mayor’s Office, Mr. Konneh worked for the New York County District Attorney’s Office as the Senior Specialized Coordinator for over six years. Mr. Konneh is a member of the Manhattan Borough President African Task Force and the founding Chair of the Bronx Borough President’s African Advisory Council. Mr. Konneh graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Economics (BSc) from the University of Liberia and a Masters of Public Administration (MPA) from Baruch College School of Public Affairs.