Faded Truth Podcast

A Singer/Songwriter/Producer and Digital Marketing leader – all rolled into one; Gaetano brings a unique blend of raw talent and passion for music merged with business experience to a crossroad, making him a force to be reckoned with on both sides of the coin. Gaetano has produced records for some of the biggest names in urban music; Fat Joe, Shaggy, Ryan Leslie, and Bobby V, to name a few.

In the business world, Gaetano has built a reputation as one of the top marketing / SEO consultants in the industry; earning results for VC backed tech startups all the way to Fortune 500 brands.

Gaetano attributes his New York City upbringing as an influential element to his success: “I’m an Italian from the Bronx, New York ― one of the most diverse neighborhoods in the world. My family came here with nothing. It helped me build work ethic, character, respect for others, and a strong sense of self-awareness. World music has been my primary influence. When I was a kid, I’d listen to the Italian classics. You know, those old-school Napoletano songs with tons of heartache and pain behind them."

In 2019, Gaetano relocated to Miami, FL and released his new single, “I Gave You Love” featuring grammy award winning producer and songwriter, K-Quick. Gaetano’s debut EP “Fade Away,” features production from K-Quick as well as self-produced/written tracks.

His sophomore EP “Acoustix,” is an acoustic, duet-influenced project. Listeners can anticipate a swooning falsetto, beautiful harmonies, melodic guitar solos, and overall a well-produced piece of authentic music that comes from the soul.

Listen to his newest podcast, 'Musicians in Tech' , on all audio platforms to hear how business CEO's chase their musical dreams.

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Described as a true testament to the true power of hip-hop, Joshua, (stylized as joshua), has made an impression on the genre and purveyors of the culture. Member of musical groups Cap 6 and, more recently, See You Soon, the Bronx born/Orlando native has earned respect by many for his talent and has garnered levels of acclaim from listeners and peers alike. As co-owner of the label/multimedia company, 1349 Enterprises, joshua exemplifies what it means to be an artist who takes control of his own career.

Influenced by artists like Nas, Jay-Z, Black Thought, and Ghostface Killah, joshua, and his music, has been referred to as a compelling hybrid of old and new since introducing his left-of-center, lyrically driven style. Revered by listeners of feel good hip-hop, joshua has opened shows for Vince Staples, KRS One, Saba, & Bas early in his career. joshua blends exceptional lyrics with a nostalgic style that masterfully coexists with the modern music of today.

Writing and rapping at the young age of twelve, joshua, previously known as Omega Crimson, has been recording and releasing music online since high school. Seven (EP), released on November 9th, 2018, marks joshua’s first “official” release and has helped him amass a global audience. The momentum continued with the release of his 2019 single “Led”, and more music is set to follow in 2020. Upcoming projects include working on the 3 part album for 'See You Soon' and adding his own style to the upcoming BULLY soundtrack in 2021.

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Oronde Baltimore & Rosanna Medrano play two star crossed lovers in the upcoming movie, BULLY: THE DEAD DON'T DIE, by Alex Hugo Films. Baltimore plays 'Detective Valentine', a dirty New York police officer who is more concerned with women than business. Medrano plays 'Xio', a strong willed prostitute who feels she owes Valentine her life after he saved her from an attempted rape. Both new actors have been intense love interests since the first independent film, BULLY: THE HOUSE ALWAYS WINS. You can catch Baltimore representing his StreetMic brand through his raps and spoken word poetry on YouTube.

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Gene DiNapoli A.K.A Mr. Entertainment has brought his unique singing style and charisma on stage for over 40 years. Gene has now added acting to his resume, playing "Uncle Gino" in the upcoming Alex Hugo Film, "BULLY: THE DEAD DON'T DIE". DiNapoli can also be seen portraying the famed gangster killer, Tony “The Ant” Spilantro, on the ID channel TV show “A Perfect Murder” and as one of the stars of the show, “KINGPIN:The Rise and Fall Of John Gotti”.

He has headlined the Elvis tribute show at the casinos in Yonkers and Queens for over 8 years as well as B.B. Kings in N.Y.C. and travels around the country performing for thousands of fans.

Gene is very involved with charities such as the American Cancer Society, The Fountain House, Visions and The Ronald McDonald House, where Gene not only sings for the people but also plays Santa Clause. Whether Gene is doing his tributes to Elvis, The Blues Brothers or his Music Variety show where he does everything from Sinatra to Doo Wop, & Motown to Pop songs of the 70's and 80's, Gene is sure to please audiences of all ages. After 40 years in show business Gene continues to please and excite with his fun filled, memory reliving shows.

Whether it’s singing, acting, being the DJ or the M.C. of a great event, Gene always continues to strive to do his best for the people in the crowd. To see more of Gene’s achievements, visit his website at www.genedinapoli.com

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DJ Direct has always had a love for music. At age 15, Direct received his first set of turntables. His ambitious drive for music grew even greater after earning several competitive titles, including the Ultimate Mackie’s First King of the D.2.

Being raised in New York and growing up in Philadelphia, he decided to relocate to Las Vegas to further enhance his opportunities in his growing DJ game. His style is impeccable and his crowd reading abilities have garnered him multiple residencies throughout Las Vegas which is known to have one of the heaviest tourism markets in the world. From House, to Electro, to Hip Hop to Rock, his versatile sense of style has proven to be one of a kind in a the city that strives in nightlife.

Currently he is the Music Director for the VIP Room at Drai’s After Hours and is a resident DJ at Drais Nightclub in The Cromwell casino in Las Vegas. His brand has gained him multiple trips over seas to Singapore, Japan and the South of France. Additionally, DJ Direct is partner in the premier DJ company in Las Vegas called 'Blueprint Sound', an agency that is determined to put on undiscovered talent and break barriers in the music industry. You can catch him in a city near you.

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Yeshua Alexander (YA )is a multi-genre, multi-talented Cameroonian American-B​amiléké recording artist who is on the rise. YA’s sound and style is a breath of fresh air. He is very versatile in genres such as EDM, Pop, Hip-Hop, Country-Pop, R&B, just to name a few. However, Yeshua Alexander is more than just a remarkable generational talent. He is a father, writer, actor, model, and the founder of his own recording label (Lambs to Lions Empire/ YA Music Group).

YA's latest single “Born Guilty” features Da Project Baby, Duh Franchize, and acclaimed Baton Rouge recording artist, Boosie BadAzz. We can all agree that this year has been very stressful for most of us and this song perfectly illustrates our frustrations. ​“Born Guilty” was produced by Tommy Stoner (credits: Young Thug, Yung Book, Rocko, Bahja Rodriguez, and Cyhi The Prynce) and co-produced, mixed & mastered by Amara Freeman.

In 2021, Yeshua Alexander will be releasing 11 albums in different genres of music all at once and will release his new single with Lil Uzi Vert titled appropriately “My Time.” Stay tuned!

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Gabriel Flores Jr is a sensational boxing prospect. He signed a promotional contract with Top Rank in 2017 and made his pro debut on May 5, 2017 – only four days after his 17th birthday – in Reno and won by second-round knockout against Devon Jones. He amassed an amateur record of 91-7 before turning professional with 12 national tournament wins.

Gabriel competed in the USA Boxing Junior Olympic National Championships, won the National Silver Gloves 119-pound title, won two Ringside World Championships, won the USA Boxing Youth National Championships, earned a spot on the junior national team which competed at the AIBA Junior World Boxing Championships in St. Petersburg, Russia, and retained the No. 1 national ranking for years.

Flores has been featured on some of the biggest cards in boxing history including Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder II, and in his last bout stopped veteran Jayson Velez. JR is currently 20-0, with 7 KOs, and now trains in Las Vegas, Nevada at Jorge Capetillo's Boxing Gym with his father, Gabe Flores Sr. “I got to stay strong because my mom is looking down on me,” said Gabriel Flores Jr. “I know she wants me to live my dream.”

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Chris Jackson was previously a candidate for political office in his hometown of Pontiac, Michigan. Excited to explore entrepreneurial endeavors in a new & emerging market, Chris partners with the Sticky brand of operations (a cannabis operation) that is rapidly expanding in Michigan. He is the company’s leader of Government Relations, Social Equity Lead, and heads project expansion/management. His efforts were recognized recently when he was selected as a member of Oakland County’s 40 under 40.

Chris witnessed how cannabis prohibition directly impacted urban America and is dedicated to reversing the negative damage caused. He is a member of various state and local boards that contribute to economic power and initiatives to drive diversity and inclusion. Aside from representing the National Cannabis Industry Association as a Board Director, Chris serves on the State Regulations Committee and co-chairs its Diversity and Inclusion sub-committee. His knowledge spans the complex intertwining of governmental and business cannabis issues, while also remaining at the forefront of the pressing interstate commerce issues in cannabis.

Chris co-founded a social equity company that contributes to building ordinances, national licensee applications, while directly working with state legislators on cannabis industry policy. His expertise surrounds understanding community benefits and needs. Chris’s deep understanding of the intersection of social equity and community benefits serves to propel the movement of these two separate foundational philosophies and purposes.

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Quincy Giles was born on May 11, 1994 in Indianapolis, IN. After graduating college as a student-athlete and working in Corporate Finance, Quincy received his first opportunity for a leading man role in the South African feature film "Jumbo Goes to Jozi", after being discovered off of his Instagram platform.

Soon after Quincy transitioned his career to becoming a full-time actor, from walking in NYFW to earning speaking parts in TV and Film. He is best known for his TV guest star appearances in "Law and Order: SVU", CBS's "Bull", and "Power" on Starz. He has also been a part of a number of digital series, including BET digital's "Two Grown". Quincy aspires to use his platform as an actor and leader to uplift and support people's belief in themselves to pursue their dreams.

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Mario "Wizzo" Fernandez began his recording career in 2009, when he started an internship at Actual Eyes Media, a small post-production studio in California. Having a background in tech, Wizzo gained a sharp ear for engineering and mastering of professional audio recordings.

In 2010, Wizzo began collaborating with American rapper Nipsey Hussle, receiving engineering and executive producer credits in "The Marathon", "The Marathon Continues", & Nipsey's first album, "Victory Lap" in 2018.

Wizzo collaborated and helped other musicians with mixing on various songs and projects for the emerging LA west-coast hip-hop music culture, working alongside LA natives, Skeme, Audio Push, and Dubb.

He is also heavy in the NFT crypto community and creator of Bitstream Audio, a groundbreaking technology that provides music producers with the ability to seamlessly communicate with each other regardless of the technology, hardware or software that each uses.

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