THE TRIAL OF R&B SINGER R KELLY

Disgraced R&B star R. Kelly is on trial in New York. What charges does Kelly face, and what could be the broader implications of the trial? The Darkside Of R Kelly Racketeering and sex trafficking. Federal prosecutors in New York have accused the "I Believe I Can Fly" singer Robert Kelly of running an organization that over the course of two decades "preyed upon women and girls who attended his concerts" and with whom Kelly allegedly engaged in illegal sexual activity.

THE DARKSIDE OF ROBERT S. KELLY(R  KELLY)

 The charges center around his alleged abuse of six victims. Prosecutors have also said that Kelly required his alleged victims to follow numerous rules, including receiving permission to leave their rooms to use the bathroom or eat. He has pleaded not guilty. The racketeering charge will require prosecutors to demonstrate that "the sexual abuse was part of an organized criminal operation," The New York Times writes. This makes the trial unique from the similarly high-profile sex abuse cases against Harvey Weinstein and Bill Cosby. If convicted, Kelly could face life in prison. Why was he previously acquitted? In 2002, Kelly was hit with child pornography charges, which stemmed from a tape that allegedly showed Kelly engaging in sex acts with an underage girl.

 Kelly denied he was the man on the tape, and was acquitted in 2008. According to the Chicago Tribune, the jury wasn't convinced that the girl on the tape, who did not testify, was Kelly's goddaughter, as prosecutors claimed. What else has he been accused of? Kelly has faced allegations of sexual misconduct with underage girls since the 1990s, when as a 27-year-old, he illegally married 15-year-old singer Aaliyah. Their marriage was later annulled, and Aaliyah died in a plane crash in 2001. The Chicago Sun-Times reported in 2000 that Kelly had sex with girls "as young as 15," but his music career continued to thrive.

 Years later, though, Kelly came under additional scrutiny in the wake of a 2017 BuzzFeed News report on his alleged "ongoing mental and physical abuse of several women" and allegations he was holding women against their will in a "cult." In January 2019, the Lifetime documentary series Surviving R. Kelly detailed the allegations against the singer with interviews with numerous accusers, prompting another wave of backlash. Kelly has remained in custody since July 2019.

What testimony have jurors heard during the trial?

Jurors have heard from several accusers thus far. Jerhonda Pace testified that she had sexual encounters with Kelly when she was 16, alleging he sexually and physically abused her and instructed her to lie about her age. A woman identified as Addie alleged that Kelly raped her after a concert when she was 17. Another accuser said that he sexually assaulted her when she was 17, physically abused her, and "purposely" gave her herpes. Additionally, a man identified as Louis was the first male accuser to testify, alleging the singer sexually abused him when he was 17. Former employees have taken the stand. One said he was tasked with giving girls Kelly's phone number; another testified he bribed a government worker to obtain a fake ID for Aaliyah so she and Kelly could get married.

What has his defense been?

Kelly's attorney, Nicole Blank Becker, has argued that the singer's alleged victims weren't recruited and "knew exactly what they were getting into." In one instance, Kelly's defense team had an accuser read a letter she wrote purporting to detail a plot to blackmail Kelly; the accuser said that Kelly "made me" write it to have as collateral. Becker has denied that Kelly is a "racketeering leader," telling jurors that the allegations pertain to his "personal life" but that his "personal life is not on trial."

Why else is the trial notable?

It's the first big MeToo case where most of the alleged victims aren't white women, former assistant district attorney Deborah Tuerkheimer observed to The New York Times. "If you take these kinds of accusers who have traditionally been most dismissed, most disregarded, most cast aside — and those women are able to be believed and have jurors care enough to convict, that matters." If Kelly's 2008 child pornography case involved white victims, producer Craig Williams said in Surviving R. Kelly, "I'm sure Rob would have gone to jail very swiftly."

What's next after the verdict?

The trial in New York, which is expected to last about a month, won't be Kelly's last. He's facing a slew of charges in other states, including aggravated sexual abuse, child pornography, enticing a minor to engage in criminal sexual activity, obstruction of justice, and prostitution and solicitation. He has continued to deny all of the allegations.

What testimony have jurors heard during the trial?

Jurors have heard from several accusers thus far. Jerhonda Pace testified that she had sexual encounters with Kelly when she was 16, alleging he sexually and physically abused her and instructed her to lie about her age. A woman identified as Addie alleged that Kelly raped her after a concert when she was 17. Another accuser said that he sexually assaulted her when she was 17, physically abused her, and "purposely" gave her herpes. Additionally, a man identified as Louis was the first male accuser to testify, alleging the singer sexually abused him when he was 17. Former employees have taken the stand. One said he was tasked with giving girls Kelly's phone number; another testified he bribed a government worker to obtain a fake ID for Aaliyah so she and Kelly could get married.

What has his defense been?

Kelly's attorney, Nicole Blank Becker, has argued that the singer's alleged victims weren't recruited and "knew exactly what they were getting into." In one instance, Kelly's defense team had an accuser read a letter she wrote purporting to detail a plot to blackmail Kelly; the accuser said that Kelly "made me" write it to have as collateral. Becker has denied that Kelly is a "racketeering leader," telling jurors that the allegations pertain to his "personal life" but that his "personal life is not on trial."

Why else is the trial notable?

It's the first big MeToo case where most of the alleged victims aren't white women, former assistant district attorney Deborah Tuerkheimer observed to The New York Times. "If you take these kinds of accusers who have traditionally been most dismissed, most disregarded, most cast aside — and those women are able to be believed and have jurors care enough to convict, that matters." If Kelly's 2008 child pornography case involved white victims, producer Craig Williams said in Surviving R. Kelly, "I'm sure Rob would have gone to jail very swiftly."

What's next after the verdict?

The trial in New York, which is expected to last about a month, won't be Kelly's last. He's facing a slew of charges in other states, including aggravated sexual abuse, child pornography, enticing a minor to engage in criminal sexual activity, obstruction of justice, and prostitution and solicitation. He has continued to deny all of the allegations.

Will The Legendary R&B Singer R Kelly Be found Guilty we shall see as the trial moves forward.. But his music still lives Hip Hop Mega Star Drake is sampling R Kelly's Music.. 

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WHO IS GARRETT FORGE

Garrett Forge is an American actor, singer, songwriter, VO Actor, Producer, Country music artist, Brand Ambassador and Business owner who was born in Atlanta, GA.  

He started writing songs when he was 14 years old and has continued writing to the present day.  He believes he obtained some of his musical talents from his mother who used to sing and play piano.  He started singing in his school chorus and later joined his church Chancel choir where he sang Bass/Baritone for about 15 years.  In November 2019, He released his first two singles, "My Big Black Truck" and "Between the Lies and the Tears".  

The latter song was written over 12 years prior.  He has since released 7 more singles, two of which were from beats produced by other music artists.  He also wrote "We Will Rise Up" which he also produced along with John Johnson of Tune Designer Studio (multi award winner for Producer of the Year) and the song was sung by Gospel/Soul artist Dani Nicole.  He also collaborated in Nashville, TN on a Hip-Hop song with HipHop lyricist A.D. Like Sunny on "Keep the Party Goin'".  

He is currently halfway completed with his debut album and his next Country music single will be released this month.  In addition, he writes for other artists including an R&B/HipHop song sung by Tee Collini that is set to drop in a August 2021.  He has plans to record and release many more singles as well as many more albums since he has around 100 songs registered with BMI Songwriting Services.  He has approximately 60 songs copyrighted with the Library of Congress.  All of his songs can be streamed or downloaded from most streaming music platforms.  

He started acting later in his life in local Community theaters where he was in over 20 stage shows and garnered a nomination as Minor Supporting Actor in a Musical in 2013 at the Metropolitan Atlanta Theater Awards. 

His film acting career started in 2014 when he was cast in back to back comedy feature films from one audition. He then began being cast in more roles as time rolled on and has now been in over 25 roles. He has been cast or pinned in several more that are planned to be shot in 2022. He has one nomination as Best Lead Actor at the 2017 TPN Film Fest. In addition, he has been nominated in 2018 and 2019 for Best Actor at The Atlanta Hottest Actor Awards and was honored at the 2019 Atlanta Actor Awards.  He currently has two feature films and one musical cartoon on Prime Video and a series on YouTube.

Garrett Forge has been in 27 films, 22 theater shows, released 6 music singles (all of which he wrote), produced most of my music singles as well, voiced characters in several projects (from Audio Dramas, Docudrama, Animated short musical film, He,s also one of the promotional voices on Worldwide Collaboration internet radio show.

Garrett has 10 feature films and 1 Short film set to be released in 2021- 2022 all in a wide range of roles including a few with various foreign accents.  Some are set to hit the film festival circuit.  

Garrett will also be lending his songwriting abilities to some upcoming feature films and has plans to write and produce several of his own screenplays as well as a television series that he will be working to complete in the near future.  He plans to continue acting, releasing music, doing voiceover work, writing screenplays and eventually directing in the many years to come.

In addition, Garrett launched his business, "Forge Ahead A/V Studios" in March 2020. The Audio/Video Production business that offers many services to actors and musicians including VO Training in various levels, Actor and Voiceover reel editing, A/V Production, Music Production, Songwriting services, and even ADR.  His studio was used to do ADR work for 2 feature films, including one being an award winner.  The business includes studio rental for Voiceover auditions, gigs, ADR, Voiceover reel recording, as well as music production.  His company slogan is "Helping you to Forge Ahead in the Entertainment Industry". The subsidiary of Forge Ahead Enterprises, LLC, which he is a sole proprietor.

Agent: East Coast Talent (Acting)

            Crown North Talent Agency - Brentwood, CA (Voiceover)

            Lori Lins Ltd - Chicago, IL (Voiceover)

            Dope Dreams Productions (Music Management) - Nick Faltz (manager)

Website:  https://garrettforge.com

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 YouTube:  Garrett Forge - Topic (Music)

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Contact: info@garrettforge.com 

 Acting: ECTagency@gmail.com

Music:    Nick Faltz 540-498-5023 or nfeezley@gmail.com

Pop artist, Jessica James is making a rapid rise to success with her edgy style, and melodic music. Born in Brooklyn, NY, and raised by musically talented parents; it did not take the singer very long to realize she had a deep passion for music. Jessica started singing at the age of three at her home church.

By the age of seven, she wrote her first song. In 1998, she moved to Costa Rica with her parents, where she continued her musical journey by joining the local church choir. Shortly after, Jessica became well known for her singing, and traveled the country to perform at concerts, weddings, conferences, and other major events. Recently, Jessica has opened for major artists like Tank, and Lyfe Jennings.

She has also been one of the main acts for one of the largest events in the upstate; the JLDA annual gala and the annual Cinco De Mayo Festival in downtown Spartanburg, SC. Today, Jessica’s recent hit single “I Wonder” has gained success with internet radio play and performances.

She also recently released her new EP “Champion” available on all music platforms!Jessica hopes to use her talents to be an inspiration to others, and motivate people to believe in themselves no matter what odds are stacked against them.

Social Media

Website: http://www.jessicajamesmusic.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/jessicajamesmusic

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She was born to the most perfect, imperfect family, if that makes sense. Her path to Neuroscience, text book/curriculum writing, software and app development, graphic design, multiple restaurants,and an up and coming Real Estate Brokerage company started in special education classes.

Learning was very difficult for her. She was the little girl that had to leave out of class to go to remedial learning because She couldn’t keep up with my class. Hence, She graduated high school with an 8 the grade education. She could read, but my comprehension level was very low. The score she received on my SAT was for getting her name right, (They actually told her this) which meant she had to forfeit scholarships in track because she didn’t qualify.

The accumulation of being a struggling learner and growing up poor did a number on her self-esteem. Of course she flunked out of college my first year. She just wasn’t ready.How did all of this change? When She was 22 years old, She became pregnant with my first child. She remember the fear that gripped me because she knew she wasn’t prepared to take on that responsibility. She felt like She wasn’t smart, and She had very little education. How could she take care of her? Once She stopped feeling sorry for myself.



 She remembered She was 4 months pregnant and She placed her hand on her belly, and She made a promise to my daughter with tears in my eyes, and She promised her “She may not be able to give all the things She never had but you will know all the things she didn’t know.”!

From that point on, she began to read every book she could put my hands on. When my daughter was
born, she began to teach her early. She knew her alphabet before she was one and read and wrote at
a 1 st grade level by the time she was 3 years old. However, She knew if she was to teach her, She would have to teach myself first. That’s when she began my journey to relentless learning. She went on to having 3 more children which she home schooled for several years before they entered traditional brick and mortar schools. She returned to college at the age of 36 and challenged myself to take on the hardest program she could find which was Neuroscience .She excelled in my studies and participated in many research projects in my field

As her my confidence began to flourish, my world once again fell apart. Her marriage of almost 18
years ended in divorce, my 4 children and She was forced out of our home into a two bedroom
apartment while their father kept the house. After several months in the single world, She met my
old high school sweetheart and we have since married and never left each other’s side.


He exposed me to the business world in a way that changed everything. She immediately earned her
Real Estate license and sold 3 million dollars worth of homes her first year. Then an amazing
opportunity presented itself to me. Her husband came home one day from working with his best
friend that owned a large maintenance company in Atlanta. He had many documented and
undocumented employees working for him. His friend really wanted to help his employees as much as he could but didn’t know how. Her husband asked her to look into it. She was hesitant
initially, but what she found was like discovering new land.


The creation of Smart Pathways Immigration School and Services began. She soon learned the State
of Georgia offers a professional license to become an Immigration Consultant, as do most States,
which allows individuals help immigrants prepare government immigration forms. However, the
State does not provide or require any training, because it does not exist. So you’re basically on
your own with NO support. At this point, She asked herself, “In a perfect world what would you do
to solve this problem?”

She answered, “She would create a curriculum that taught individuals how to
become a licensed Immigration Consultant and how to prepare immigration forms.”, and then She
asked herself, “How do you plan on doing this?” she again answered, “One paragraph at a time.”
So, She spent 3 years writing textbooks including teacher manuals, test banks, and student manuals.
She also did her own book cover and book layout design on graphic design software.


She also developed software that can assist Consultants in application preparation and developed the
websites from scratch. Furthermore, the response to the course offering was overwhelming, so
much so, that She had to pull back and regroup. The official roll out will com out this year.


Her goal with Smart Pathways is to create the first intermediary service for the immigration industry.
Currently, the only help for immigrants is expensive attorneys and government offices. The Real
Estate Industry have agents to stand as intermediaries between real estate attorneys and the State,
but why not this multi-billion dollar immigration industry? We are the first!


In the meanwhile, She had a amazing opportunity to open two restaurants which is scheduled to
open this year. Play Bistro & Desserts which is a Sexy Dessert Bar. A restaurant/lounge.
Our menu items are farm-to-table fresh, always fresh, never frozen. The restaurant offer hookahs, giant adult games, with cozy lounge-feel patio great for hanging with friends and lots of fun, social
game nights such as trap bingo, couples trivia, bestie’s challenge night, spoken word, and much
more!

The second restaurant is called Skilletz which is a breakfast restaurant situated in
downtown Powder Springs, Ga. That area is undergoing a massive renovation which includes a
brand new amphitheater, a water park, Brewery, 10 acre soccer complex and much more. So, she
am excited to be a part of that transformation.


She is in the process of taking my Real Estate Brokers license to open my firm this year, 2020.
She has learned over the years that she can literally do anything she wants. After her divorce 5 years
ago, She had to fight to support my 4 children with very little skills. Now she is more than proficient
at text book writing, software and app development, opening restaurants, and real estate industry
experience. From a failed SAT score and learning disabilities to a bonafide business owner. She thanks God and herself for never giving up!


Play Bistro & Desserts@SexyDessertBar

Valarie Williams McConico Realtor@Smartrealtor.valarie.com 

Immigration Consultant School@immigrationschools.com 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/valarie-mcconico-0694a8153

Instagram: vmcconico2019
FB: Ada'Zane Williams McConico

Candace Thompson is a dynamic speaker on a mission to unlock the artist within you. She is an IT professional with a concentration in Learning and Development. With a BA in Psychology from the University of South Carolina.

 She has spent over 10 years studying human behavior and self-identity. 

She is the Founder of Canvases With Candace, LLC; a mobile paint event company. Utilizing her expertise in technical training and psychology, she offers a “soul therapy” session for the artists; guiding the artists, through a journey of self discovery. 

As a workshop facilitator for goal accomplishment, creating an action based mindset, and overcoming obstacles. As a published author of #ImpressYourself, she uses these principles to teach individuals how to climb an upward spiral. 

At Canvases With Candace we encourage our clients to unlock the Artist within. As a mobile company we provide a tailored painting experience in the location of your choice. Step by step instructions are provided to complete your personalized masterpiece. Its not just a painting with us, its a life experience! Each course is instructed by self taught artist Candace Thompson. We offer public, private, and virtual sessions.

“She found a love for art at a young age, my first career choice was an architect because She loved to draw and create things. Overtime She grew away from art and it became more of doodling and a form of relaxation.

But once She began teaching preschool after college it helped me see the life lessons art can give. She eventually took on a very part time job with another paint company and my passion and love expanded; to watch very inexperienced artists walk away with their painting feeling like Picasso, Da Vinci, and van Gogh gave me a deeper fulfillment.

 With a degree in psychology, training in public speaking, and a career in technical training She was able to merge her love for helping people, teaching, and art into mini sessions of “therapy” while encouraging self care, internal motivation, and external encouragement.”

“She didn’t want a company of canned paintings so we customize all the art we produce. Whether you decide to join us for a party with your family, girls night out, date night, kids birthday party, or even our virtual classes we can create it all! Let us come to you and put the art in your PARTY!!!!”

She is also a IT professional and currently works contract positions as an elearning developer. She uses adult learning theories to transform in classroom instruction to web based videos and I conduct all the voice overs. These are for internal trainings . 

She has finished the SC Child Support

program and new system training for Aflac claims. 

She is  a Vision Coach. She can take your ideas and help you immerse yourself in the ideas and bring them to life.

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FB- www.facebook.com/candacethewordartist 

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Email- candacethewordartist@gmail.com

Phone- 718-924-1752 

website- www.canvaseswithcandace.com 

Book- www.canvaseswithcandace.com/product/impressyourself

CashOnAble is A Hip-hop artist and songwriter best known for his new single Ven Aqui and his album “The Essence.” CashOnAble is also one of the top artists signed to LTPinc Record Label and is known to be a dangerous MC when freestyling & even more DEADLY with the pen! Rashawn Able who performs as CashOnAbe was born in Jamaica Queens, New York on April 23 1992, to Esther Able. In 2011 CashOnAble recorded his first song with his high school rap group Hellaspit. 

The track was named “The Code.” “The Code” later became known as a classic amongst their student body. Since then CashOnAble and his crew “Hellaspit” have made countless hits. Rashawn Able (who’s oldest brother Otis gave him the name CashOn because his jump shot was like money which led him to perform as CashOnAble) was born in Jamaica Queens, New York on April 23 1992, to Esther Able. Days after his birth, his mother went into a coma after a severe fall down a flight of stairs on the day they were released from the hospital. After 5 years of being in a coma, Esther Able passed away on January 2, 1998.

CashOnAble was brought up by different members of his family including his grandparents, step mother, aunt, and oldest brother. CashOnAble was often moved from family member to family member causing him to have lived in Brooklyn, Bronx, and Long Island.  Growing up in a house full of people, CashOnAble was exposed to genres of music ranging from Hip Hop, Reggae, Dance Hall, Gospel, Calypso, and Alternative Rock. Hip Hop hands down became CashOnAble’s music of choice. Hearing his siblings, cousins, and aunties listen to artist like Jay-z, Nas, Dmx, Biggie Smalls, 2pac, Big L, Big Pun, etc. At age 8 CashOnAble learned he had a natural talent for Free styling. Although basketball was his true love, he enjoyed freestyling along with songs he would hear on his favorite radio station, Hot 97.

In 2009 one of CashOnAble’s older brothers “Akil” was killed in a Hit and Run accident. Akil had a true passion for making music, he and CashOnAble would rap together as often as they could. It was the passing of Akil that sparked the flame in CashOnAble that drove him to pursue music and aspire to be one of the best to do it.In 2014 met CashOnAble was introduced by his brother Coree Lee to his now Ceo and Label mate of LTP Inc Lester Smith aka Sr Gent. 

The two clicked immediately and got to work on what would later become over a 100+ songs, while spending countless hours and days in the studio. In 2015 CashOnAble Signed a 2 year recording contract with Lester Smith and LTP Inc, and history has been made ever since.In 2018 CashOnAble recorded his first solo debut album “The Essence” featuring singles like, Adhd, Stay,and Black Amerikka. “The Essence” was released on LTP Inc and distributed through Distro Kid distribution. “The Essence” is currently available on all digital platforms, Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, Soundcloud, Itunes and more.

CashOnAble has one mission and one mission only, and that’s to dominate the Hip Hop industry and take over the game with his team, and that’s exactly what he plans to do. 

Social Media

Twitter: @CashOnAble

Instagram: @cashon_able

Facebook:CashOn Able

Email: cashonable@gmail.com

 Chemikia Johnson is a licensed Realtor in the states of Georgia and South Carolina. She is married to Antonio Johnson and is a mother of six children and grandmother of one. She is a former engineer and educator, and previous owner of a bakery. Chemikia is currently a Realtor with Keller Williams Realty Aiken Partners in Aiken, SC and also an instructor for KWKC ( Keller Williams Kids Can). She loves to spend her time with her family, helping families in need and teaching her children th eimportance of and how to give back to their community.

KWKC is an educational nonprofit organization that was founded with the purpose of engaging the next generation of entrepreneurs and world leaders in conversations that matter. It teaches young adults how to gain their edge in an increasingly competitive world through their Quantum Leap Program. Students walk away with concrete tools that help them identify their purpose and achieve their goals.

    Becoming a top producer within her company has been an amazing experience  and it has fueled her path to continue to help others attain homeownership. With a degree in Engineering Graphics Technology, and being a previous owner of  a small business designing home plans for customers, she has the ability to envision her clients' dream homes. Her biggest goals are to provide great customer service, establish forever relationships and create a Win-Win situation for all the parties involved in the real estate transactions that she manages. As a SC Housing Certified Real Estate Agent, it offers her the opportunity to work with home buyers who are seeking down payment assistance. Being a Military Relocation Specialist also allows her the opportunity to work with our active duty and retired military along with all of her other clients.  

 Not only does Chemikia bring her knowledge and professionalism to the table; she brings her heart. For every transcation, she closes, she provides a family in need a voucher for CPR certification. Her business is powered by her passion to inform and teach people how to save the lives of their loved ones, or even the life of yours.

Her slogan is : " Get Moooving With Mika" 

Her favorite quote is:   ‘Be the change that you wish to see in the world.’ .by Mahatma Gandhi

FACEBOOK: Chemikia Johnson, Realtor
Instagram: chemikia

Phone: (803) 293-8154

Email: Chemikia.realtor@gmail.com

Chemikia Johnson, REALTOR®
Keller Williams Realty Aiken Partners

237 Park Ave SW, Suite 101
Aiken,SC 29801
Licensed in SC & GA
Mobile:803.293.8154
Office: 803.262.4460


Website> chemikia.kw.com
E-mail: chemikia.realtor@gmail.com