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Quick Pics: ATL Live On The Park (June Edition)… [PHOTOS]

Jun, 13 2013 | Written by ATLien

Shanti Das and Marlon Nichols presented Atlanta with yet another edition of their popular ‘ATL Live on the Park’ series.

Music for the evening featured sizzling performances by The Tony Rich Project, Mathai formerly of The Voice and Atlantic Records Netta Brielle.

Lifestyle specialist Kenny Burns kept the crowd alive and on their feet alongside of DJ Trauma and the Teddy White Band. Guests enjoyed cocktails and dinner inside of the ambient venue of Park Tavern.

“We continually work to enhance the experience and bring quality, entertaining performers to this great city. We are pleased to have the nod of approval from our wonderful, music loving guests.”states Marlon Nichols.

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The June edition of ‘ATL Live on the Park’ brought out quite a few music industry heavyweights including Kawan “KP” Prather, Senior VP of A&R (Island Def Jam), Jason Geter – CEO (Grand Hustle), Michael Jai White – actor (Tyler Perry Films), Shanell – recording artist (YMCMB), Coach K – top music A&R (Warner Records), and Kwanza Hall – City of Atlanta Councilman… to name a few.

Kawan KP Prather, Shanti Das and Netta Brielle

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Quick Pics: ATL Live On The Park Launches Season 4 Opener… [PHOTOS]

Mar, 21 2013 | Written by ATLien

Nightlife and entertainment executives Shanti Das and Marlon Nichols launched the season 4 opener of ATL Live on the Park earlier this week (March 19, 2013).

The popular event, which is known to be a night full of live funk, R&B and soul performances, did not disappoint as newcomers Chrystian of NZ Beersa/Sony Red and RaVaughn of Ne-Yo’s Compound University/Columbia Records hit the stage to showcase their unique vocal talents.

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The evenings event was hosted by Lifestyle Specialist/radio personality Kenny Burns and there was a surprise performance by Ray Lavender.

Attendees included, Damian Hall (Guy), Ron DeVoe (New Edition/BBD), Brandi Williams (Blaque), Celebrity Hairstylist Derek J (Bravo’s RHOA & Fashion Queens), Fashion designer Mychael Knight (Project Runway) and more.

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Trina Braxton Joins Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed, Teddy Riley & More To Feed Families in Need… [PHOTOS]

Nov, 24 2012 | Written by ATLien

Thanksgiving has come and gone and I’m sure many of you are still eating leftovers right this very second.

As you sit there giving thanks for your cold turkey salad sammich, there are also many needy families who are probably giving thanks right now for the charitable contributions received during the holidays.

On the eve of Thanksgiving, Shanti Das along with Teddy Riley & Blackstreet played host to “No Reservations Needed” a new meal service initiative held to benefit Atlanta’s homeless community.

Trina Braxton and her husband Gabe Solis attended the event to lend a hand and give back to the community.

She was joined by Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed, television executive Ryan Glover, Interscope’s Keinon Johnson and Atlanta City Council members, Kwanza Hall and Ceasar Mitchell.

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ATL Live On The Park: Ray Lavender, Avery Sunshine & Mateo Launch 3rd Season [PHOTOS]

Apr, 12 2012 | Written by ATLien

Last Tuesday evening, Shanti Das and Marlon Nichols presented the return of ATL Live on the Park – Season 3, a monthly live music series featuring performances by high-profile R&B artists and emerging talents.

The event, hosted by lifestyle specialist Kenny Burns, was held at the Park Tavern; an indoor/outdoor venue overlooking Atlanta’s historic Piedmont Park.

Several popular guests, including A&R Executive Coach K, RHOA cast member and entrepreneur Peter Thomas, DJ Mars, up and coming pop group the Yes Ma’ams, and more were spotted mingling about while DJ Trauma kept the music flowing between acts.

Guests were treated to a musical montage of live music featuring MySpace music sensation Mateo, R&B extraordinaire Ray Lavender (you may also remember Ray as one of the contestants on that Omarosa dating show), and special guest performer, singer/songwriter/pianist Avery Sunshine.

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Celebs Kick Off BET Hip-Hop Awards Week in ATL with BBQ/Cookout… [PHOTOS]

Sep, 30 2011 | Written by ATLien

The BET Hip-Hop Awards has officially taken over Atlanta!

Last night, NYC-based marketing/PR firm the 135th Street Agency kicked off the awards festivities with its 5th Annual BBQ, which was held in Atlanta for the first time.

Over 400 VIPs packed Piedmont Park’s Magnolia Hall, including event co-hosts Fonzworth Bentley and Kelly G (BET’s EVP, Music Programming), along with featured DJs Drama, Trauma and Traci Steele.

Spotted in the crowd of party goers were Da Brat, Ray J, Devyne Stephens, Dondria, Lil Duval, French Montana, Verse Simmonds, Jovita Moore (WSB TV anchor), Kwanza Hall (Atlanta City Council), Faune Watkins (actress & wife of Derek Watkins aka Fonzworth Bentley), D.Woods, Shanti Das, Derek J and more.

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Pharrell Williams Hosts Qream Liqueur Launch Party in Atlanta… [PHOTOS + VIDEO]

Sep, 26 2011 | Written by ATLien

Pharrell Williams hit Atlanta last week to host a launch party for his new Qream liqueur.

The invitation only event was held at a Buckhead mansion and guests were all treated to food, fun and of course Pharrell’s new creamy alcoholic.

Jermaine Dupri and Traci Steel played DJ for the evening while Atlanta’s “who’s who” mingled about the pool area.

Spotted mingling about were Real “Housewife” Kandi Burruss, DeVyne Stephens, Rozonda “Chilli” Thomas, Designer Mychael Knight, Tameka Foster Glover Raymond, Former Falcons Jamal Anderson & Bob Whitfield and more.

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