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Our newest cover star Jordan Gooden brought to our attention the talent of Amy Hef, through the gorgeous photos of her performing by Jordan aka Experimental Experience.

Experimental Experience has been her visual artist for years. These two Calgary stars became friends and have been rising in their status with every shoot and video they have created together.

Enjoy their work together throughout this article!

Amy Hef - Relentless Premiered April 20, 2020

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AMY'S INTERVIEW WITH US WAS INFORMATIVE AND GAVE US AN UPDATE ON HOW SHE HAS BEEN DURING COVID-19 TIME, AND WHAT SHE IS DOING TO GIVE BACK. ALSO TALKS ABOUT HER NEW SINGLE WITH PATRICK SAULNIER, WHICH IS AT THE END OF THE ARTICLE.

WE LOVED THE VIDEO, IT WAS TRANSFORMATIVE. THE VISUALS WHILE AMY SANG TOOK US THROUGH THE EMOTIONS SHE WAS FEELING. THE LYRICS ARE ABOUT NEVER GIVING UP. WELL DONE AMY AND JORDAN - I'm Here With Mag

Splitting her time between Alberta and LA since 2007 and finding successes along the way as an honor student at Musicians Institute (Hollywood, CA) 90.3 AMP Radio’s Rock Star, a Breakout Artist, winning YYC Music Awards 2017 – Female Artist of the year and George Stroumboulopoulos included her in his list of Top 3 Buzz Bands.

Life wasn’t always lived this ‘out loud’ for the now singer/songwriter/recording artist. The youngest of five kids growing up in northern Alberta she barely spoke a word before the age of 11. She had four other siblings who did all the talking for her. Her pre-school teacher hilariously thought she was deaf because she never responded to any of her questions – Amy didn’t realize she was supposed to.

Being a bit (understatement) on the chubby side as a kid with little or no confidence she stumbled on No Doubt and Gwen Stefani and their video “Just a Girl” – and everything changed in that moment. Amy knew who and what she wanted to be. She took up the drums, which lead to the guitar and songwriting. That’s how Amy found her voice and a way to connect with the world.

Shedding the weight and finding her music and her voice meant saying goodbye to all those childhood insecurities. This deep love affair with music coupled with her respect for all those who have gone before and those who continue to build her ever-expanding musical knowledge have brought her to this point.

With Amy’s natural talent, compassion and sense of humor, this multifaceted artist brings a truly unique, energized and interesting vibe to everything she does. There is a fun, fresh, bright, kind, insightful perspective in every song and every live show. The days of being the extreme introvert are over.

Amy found a strong and powerful voice through music – and she’s never looked back. - ALBERTA MUSIC ORG.

Amy Hef - Relentless Official Music Video Listen to Relentless now on Spotify -https://bit.ly/Stream_Relentless. Apple Music - https://bit.ly/Relentless_AmyHef

AMY IS ON INSTAGRAM

Concepted/Shot/Directed/Edited - Experimental Experience (Jordan Gooden) Follow on Instagram @Amy_hef Relentless written by Amy Hef, Steve Giles and Doug Heffernan ©2019.

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PHOTOS BY EXPERIMENTAL EXPERIENCE AND INTERVIEW BY PATRICK SAULNIER

Watch Chris Williams on Amazon Prime star in Upload along side Andy Allo and Robbie Amell by Greg Daniels!

YOU CAN SEE CHRIS ON TH SHOWS' BILLBOARD!

The interview is on @iheartradio and @applepodcasts.

Upload is an American science fiction comedy satire web television series created by Greg Daniels which premiered May 1, 2020, on Prime Video.

Upload is set in a future where "humans are able to 'upload'themselves into their preferred choice of afterlife. When Nathan meets his early death, he is greeted by Nora in his version of heaven. The series follows the two as Nathan grows accustomed to life away from his loved ones, and the alive Nora struggles to stay afloat working her job alongside Nathan in the afterlife."

Starring

Robbie Amell as Nathan Brown

Andy Allo as Nora

Allegra Edwards as Ingrid Kannerman

Zainab Johnson as Aleesha

Kevin Bigley as Luke

Chris Williams as Dave Anthony

Owen Daniels as A.I. GUY

Christine Ko as Mandi

Elizabeth Bowen as Fran Booth

Chloe Coleman as Nevaeh

Yvetta Fisher as Batia

Barclay Hope as Oliver Kannerman

Hilary Jardine as Mildred

Rhys Slack as Dylan

Jessica Tuck as Viv

Scott Patey as Josh Pitzer

Justin Stone as Dan the Orbit Gum Guy

Philip Granger as Uncle Larry

Phoebe Miu as Yang

Brea St. James as Older Dylan

Lucas Wyka as Jack Kannerman

Matt Braunger as Brad.

Chris is an extremely versatile performer in film, television and on stage, Chris is no stranger to the entertainment arena both on and off camera in both comedy and drama.

Film credits include the "The World's Fastest Indian" playing Tina, a transvestite opposite Sir Anthony Hopkins "The Joneses" opposite Demi Moore as well as a lead in the classic comedy "Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story". Other credits include "The Lottery Ticket" "Friday After Next", "Sex Ed", "'TRI" and "Jimmy Vestvood American Hero".

As for television, he is in his third season recurring as Hoover on HBO "Silicon Valley" and also on the critically acclaimed FX show "Better Things". Chris was a series regular on CBS "The Great Indoors", NBC "One Big Happy" and on David E. Kelley's series "The Wedding Bells" for FOX and has recurred on the Showtime series "DICE" starring Andrew Dice Clay,"Satisfaction", "Californication", while making his mark as 'Krazee Eyez Killa' on "Curb Your Enthusiasm". He has guest starred on Ugly Betty, CSI: Miami, Hot in Cleveland, Monk, Weeds, and numerous other shows. Chris had also appeared multiple times on Late Night with David Letterman as the angry audience member and has an upcoming self help show "Be a Better Man with Chris Williams" which he created, stars in and produces. Chris has also lent his vocal talents to such animated series as The Boondocks and Word Girl and can be heard on several video games including multiple characters in Crash Bandicoot.

Chris is a successful stand-up, he has performed at several top comedy clubs around the world including: Caesar's Palace, The Improv, The Comedy Store and The Venetian. His innovative routines are included in his character-rich one-man show "Old Blue Eyes Is Black" while also having studied with the Groundlings.

Chris has been coaching other professional actors the craft of scene work as well as improvisation for over 20 years and speaks to children across the nation about the art of performing.

A graduate of Georgetown University, he is a magician's member of the Academy of Magical Arts (The Magic Castle) and when not practicing as a 4ht degree black belt master in Tae Kwon Do or running marathons to raise money for the American Diabetes Association and Eye Bank of New York, he is a board member of the charity Special Kids Network. Chris divides his time between Los Angeles and New York.

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In addition Vanessa is starring in City of Angels on the West End in London.

Her new children’s book set for release in June called Bubble Kisses!

Vivian Woods od Universal Talent Film School and former Fashion Designer connected and laughed with Vanessa Willams prasing her for her influence when Vivian was a young girl from Vanessa's songs!

Vanessa Williams is one of the most respected and multi-faceted performers in the entertainment industry today. Having sold millions of records worldwide, Vanessa has also achieved numerous #1 and Top 10 hits on various Billboard Album and Singles charts: Pop, Dance, R&B, Adult Contemporary, Holiday, Latin, Gospel and Jazz.

Her critically acclaimed work in film, television, recordings and the Broadway stage has been recognized by every major industry award affiliate including 4 Emmy nominations, 11 Grammy nominations, a Tony nomination, 3 SAG award nominations, 7 NAACP Image Awards and 3 Satellite Awards. Her platinum single "Colors of the Wind," from the Disney’s Pocahontas, won the Oscar, Grammy and Golden Globe for Best Original Song.

A graduate of Syracuse University, Vanessa is a strong advocate for equal rights, especially concerning the gay community and minorities. She was honored with the Human Rights Campaign “Ally for Equality” Award for her humanitarian contributions. Vanessa also achieved a career pinnacle with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2007.

Vanessa’s autobiography, “You Have No Idea,” co-written with her mother Helen Williams, was a New York Times Best Seller in 2012. Her recent Broadway credits include co-starring with Cicely Tyson in The Trip to Bountiful, (the #1 play of the 2013 season), After Midnight (2014), and a special limited engagement in Hey, Look Me Over at New York City Center in 2018.

Vanessa is the mother of four - Melanie, Jillian, Devin and Sasha. Her charitable endeavors are many and varied, embracing and supporting such organizations as Concerts for America, Special Olympics and several others.

Vanessa is one of the world’s most accomplished concert artists, appearing regularly with the most prestigious symphony orchestras in the world, most recently with the National Symphony Orchestra at The Kennedy Center.

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JESSICA MATTEN IS EVERYTHING RIGHT NOW! JESSICA STANDS UP FOR BEING WHO YOU ARE AND OWNING IT IN REAL LIFE, WHICH IS INSPIRING ALL OF TRIBAL'S FANS

@lesiatbear @imherewithmag’s last Cover Star interviews @tribaltvseries star @JessicaMatten!

They connected greatly on both being proud of their Cree background!

Watch Tribal next Thursday and the next for it’s Season Finale

The department of Federal Justice attempts to save political face under the mask of inclusion and collaboration as they take control of the Tribal Police Force that governs the four Indian Reserves surrounding the city. Interim Tribal Chief Samantha Woodburn (Jessica Matten) attempts to overcome political red tape and must also prove herself amongst the old-white-boys club of the Metro Police. Thrust into an unfamiliar world, she navigates politics and procedure as she clashes with her new partner, Chuck “Buke” Bukansky (Brian Markinson), a seasoned but broken-down Metro Police detective.

TRIBAL examines First Nation crime stories based on real world cases, including mistaken identity, pipeline controversy, healing lodge justice, social services, tobacco, and missing Indigenous Peoples.

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MORGAN LEBLANC Stars In Cor Values Nominated For Best Feature At The Alberta Film Awards

The Murder Mystery film Cor Values is Nominated for The (Rosie Awards) for (2019). Written and Directed by Brandon Rhiness and Gilbert Allan.

While the story of Cor Values takes place in Idaho, the film itself was shot in several locations across Central Alberta including Red Deer and Lacombe. The film is nominated for Best Dramatic Feature by the Alberta Media Production Industries Association.

You can watch Cor Values which is available on Google Play, Vudu and Amazon Prime Video.

Co-producer Dean Busch (of Red Deer’s Bubbadog Productions) and Director Gilbert Allen (Link to the Past Productions) are both thrilled to be representing at this year’s Rosie Awards Ceremony, taking place April 27th at the Edmonton Convention Centre. Cor Values has already won for Best Thriller at an Ottawa film festival.

Cor Values stars Edmonton heartthrob Morgan LeBlanc and Erika Eleniak, of Baywatch fame. Cor Values tells the story of Cormac, a big city reporter who returns to his small hometown in the wake of his father’s passing. Cormac’s visit becomes turbulent when he reconnects with a former sweetheart, strikes up a new relationship, and becomes involved in solving a series of local murders. While the film hasn’t yet found a Canadian distributor, Cor Values is currently being streamed in seven other countries, including to American Amazon Prime customers. Cor Values is also available on DVD at Walmart and Target in the U.S.

The partnership between Link to the Past Productions and Bubbadog Productions continues with the movie No Apology, which has just concluded filming in Beaumount. According to Busch, it is their intent to use as much Albertan and Canadian talent as possible in their projects.

Synopsis: The Murder Mystery film Cor Values is Nominated for The (Rosie Awards) for (2019). Written and Directed by Brandon Rhiness and Gilbert Allan

Cormac Dandridge returns from the big city to his small town home to settle his late father's estate. He is shocked to learn the sleepy village is in an uproar. The town wants an interstate on the outskirts but the inhabitants of the First Nations Reserve will not give up their sacred land. Cormac rekindles an old flame and discovers an exciting new one as well. A romantic triangle has no place when your life depends on solving multiple homicides and exposing the corruption that started it all. Cormac soon learns that there is more than meets the eye when he and his two loves go head to head with a legion of evil doers that no one believes even exist.

Cor Values stars Morgan LeBlanc, Telly James, Maria J. Parker, and Emily McCourt. Directed By Gilbert Allan, Written By Brandon Rhiness and Produced By Morgan LeBlanc, Gilbert Allan, Rob Chaulk, and Dean Busch.

We interviewed star and producer Morgan LeBlanc, one of the busiest actors in Edmonton. An Alberta-based producer, writer and actor, he is a triple threat who has given his whole being to the Arts. LeBlanc says he is grateful for the recent recognition, and plans to continue making a difference for his network.

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Diggstown stars Vinessa Antoine airs on CBC Season 2 on Wednesday, March 4 at 8 p.m. (8:30 NT) on CBC and the free CBC Gem streaming service.

When first announced in 2019, Diggstown made headlines in Canadian media for having Vinessa Antoine as the first Black woman to star in a prime-time TV network drama. The new season continues to make strides for representation in Canadian TV, while balancing provocative and poignant stories with light human touches.

Created by Floyd Kane, Season 1 of the series introduced viewers to the fierceness of Marcie Diggs (Antoine) and the emotionally and ethically devastating world of legal aid. In Season 2, Marcie and her fellow crusaders at legal aid continue their fight against a criminal justice system that shows no mercy to our most at risk citizens.The new season will continue to touch tackle real life issues that people face, including homelessness, unemployment and imprisonment.

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Shawna Pliva is known for her work on Yard Sale (2019), Assassin's League (2020) and Wynonna Earp (2016).

Assassin's League (TV Series) (filming)

Soriya McInnis (2020)

Ditched (post-production)

Mother

Mayflower II (post-production)

Kate O'Rourke

The Ballad of Audrey Earnshaw (post-production)

Mother of young child

2019Miracle in East Texas

Housewife

2019Root of the Problem

Mrs. Lee

2019/IYard Sale (Short)

Claire

2018A Memento of Life (Short)

Louis

2018Wynonna Earp (TV Series)

Therapist

- No Cure for Crazy (2018) ... Therapist

2017/IConsume (Short)

Charlotte Wematim

2016Daughters of Eve (TV Mini-Series documentary)

Mother Mary

- The Story of Mary Mother (2016) ... Mother Mary

2016The Dog House (TV Series)

Rebecca Jones

- Eric the Archer (2016) ... Rebecca Jones

- Firemen's Ball (2016) ... Rebecca Jones

2012/IRemember

Nurse with Baby

LISA IN THE CITY SHARES TO NEVER GIVE UP- DIRECTED BY FRANCESCO ANTONIO

@lisainthecityshow launching Thursday, February 27, 8:30 PM EST, exclusively on Youtube

Driven by passion and a lot of coffee, Lisa in the City takes you behind the scenes of the ups and downs of being an influencer, entrepreneur and now a mom. You'll laugh and you'll cry...this is a reality show not to be missed!

About Lisa: TV host and property expert on HGTV Canada's Critical Listing as well as contributor for publications such as The Globe and Mail, The Toronto Star, Toronto Life Magazine, and City Life Magazine.

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Richard Kenyon is an award winning Canadian director, playwright, and journalist with over twenty-five years experience in the industry. He has now been in LA for 5 years!

Kenyon, a leading authority on Shakespeare, has built curriculums and lectured at workshops across the US and Canada. He currently resides in Los Angeles and is an artist in residence at The Shakespeare Club Pasadena. His next directorial effort is a World World II adaptation of Much Ado About Nothing.

Soul In Bliss Theatre Co & The Shakespeare Club Present Much Ado About Nothing, February 15 and 16, 2020 Proceeds to Benefit College Access Plan Pasadena CA – Soul In Bliss Theatre Co. and The Shakespeare Club present a fast and furious adaption of William Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing. The one-day only performance on Sunday, February 16, benefits College Access Plan, a Pasadena nonprofit that provides free programs in college preparedness and success.

Drawing on the Shakespeare Club’s history and use as a convalescent home for soldiers recuperating from various injuries, this adaptation set during WW2 follows the story of betrothed Claudio and Hero, and the repelled-by-each-other though well-matched couple, Benedick and Hero’s cousin Beatrice. Ultimately, a joint marriage is planned where Claudio is made to marry an incognito bride, and she turns out to be none other than...well that’s the surprise!

In addition to the ticketed performance, there will be a pay-what-you-can matinée dress rehearsal followed by a Q&A with cast and crew on Saturday, February 15. This performance is free for students.

Directed by Richard Kenyon, this performance features: Kristian Bruun (Orphan Black, Carter, Ready or Not); Ryan Belleville (Workin’ Moms); Joe Dinicol (Arrow); Celina Dean (Blindspot); Ana Parsons (The Affair, Adam Ruins Everything); Grace Lynn Kung (Mary Kills People, Star Trek: Discovery); Brandon Firla (Suits, Modern Family); Rick Howland (Lost Girl, Killjoys); Alana Johnston (Upright Citizens Brigade); Inessa Frantowski (Upright Citizens Brigade); Ayumi Iizuka (Conan, Jimmy Kimmel Live). The cast and crew will also include a number of local students.

Tickets and Show Times: Saturday, February 15 at 3 pm: pay-what-you-can/free for students dress rehearsal matinée followed by a Q&A with cast and crew; Sunday, February 16 at 7 pm (doors open at 6 pm for pre-show wine and cheese reception). $50 tickets available on Eventbrite.

About Richard Kenyon & Soul In Bliss Theatre Co.

Founded by Richard Kenyon, Soul In Bliss is a Shakespeare Company that specializes in the performance and training of actors.

Based in Los Angeles, Kenyon is Artist in Residence at The Shakespeare Club Pasadena, where he is always excited to share his love and passion for the Bard to whomever will listen. He has taught Shakespeare workshops and seminars for more than 25 years.

About The Shakespeare Club

Established in 1888, The Shakespeare Club, is one of the first women’s clubs in the West. Originally created for literary study with Shakespeare as its first author, the women quickly became involved in civic improvement and philanthropic needs. For over a half century, the Club has presented full scale Broadway musicals and donated proceeds to many local charities.

About College Access Plan Founded in 2006, College Access Plan is an independent 501c3 nonprofit that prepares underserved students to succeed in college.

Through partnerships with PUSD, PasadenaLEARNs, Stars, the Southern California College Access Network, and other local agencies, CAP provides no-cost college readiness advisement and topic-specific workshops on site at high schools and middle schools, through program partnerships, and to PUSD graduates that attend college. CAP serves 1,600 PUSD students and graduates with college applications, financial aid, SAT preparation, and other forms of essential college preparatory and success support. For more information visit www.collegeaccessplan.org.

ACTOR PJ Lajoie PRODUCTION ASSISTANT AND KEY GRIP ASSISTANT(LIGHTING) IN SILK ROAD

PJ PLAYS the Medical Examiner, and PRODUCTION ASSISTANT AND KEY GRIP ASSISTANT(LIGHTING)

"C.J. Clayton, believed in me and no words cannot express my many thank. I had an audition as a Club Doorman, but casted to a Medical Examiner, to which I was elated to portray."

"Right away, I felt a heartwarming sense of family on this SR's set - both crew and cast!" - Peter

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