Harmonie Park

28/05/2024

Dave Mason song honoring the men and women who serve our country. Written by Dave Mason & Johnne Sambataro and Produced by Dave Mason & Mark Pastoria. Video ...

04/01/2024

Love Great News!! MQA and SCL6 are now part of the newly formed Lenbrook Media Group. Read more here:

Lenbrook Corp., a diversified, privately-owned Canadian enterprise with activities in brand development, technology, and distribution in both residential and commercial audio

17/12/2023

“Christmas in Detroit" was born out of the idea that during the Holiday Season we could help others in need and use the power of music to reach people. CHRIS...

23/12/2022

I just love this song we did for “Christmas In Detroit Too” in ‘94 written by Mitch Albom called “Romeo’s Christmas!” This great song features Mitch Albom & his wife Janine Sabino on lead vocals & The Larado’s on BG vocals!
Mitch Albom - Piano
Vito Lafata - Guitars
Paul “Tango” Finazzo - Bass
Brian Pastoria - Drums
Jimmy Romeo - Sax

10/12/2022

A most beautiful song written by Mitch Albom and sung by his wife Janine Sabino. A great team coming together to do “A Homeless Christmas Lullaby” w Janine Sabino for Christmas In Detroit!
So Blessed our boys got to join in and sing background vocals!! Love this great song!!
Written by: Mitch Albom
Lead Vocals-Janine Sabino
Guitar-Vito Lafata
Upright Bass-Paul Finazzo
Oboe-Noelle Morey Viola-James Van Valkenburg
Strings-Mitch Albom
BG Vocals- Dante, Anton & Jeremy Pastoria, Mark John Pastoria, Jeff Smigielski, Eugene Williams, Jake Czarnik, Collin Lockemy
Recorded by Mark Pastoria Mixed by Mark Pastoria @ Harmonie Park

http://www.reverbnation.com/christmasindetroitA Homeless Christmas Lullaby Janine Sabino Written by: Mitch Albom Lead Vocals-Janine Sabino Guitar-Vito Lafata...

26/11/2022

I have to share this most incredible song by Skeleton Crew on “Christmas In Detroit 3” called “Faith” featuring Pastor Henry Covington & The My Brothers Keeper Choir!
A song and lyric that is so timely today & A most beautiful intro by our dear friend, musician, singer songwriter Stewart Francke that just fills my heart with Love💝💞
We miss you Stewart and your words and spirit fill our hearts w Love!
Hold on to Your Faith!!💝💞💖🎶❤️🎵✝️❤️‍🔥

INTRO-Stewart Francke
Faith - Skeleton Crew featuring Pastor Henry Covington & The My Brothers Keeper Choir
Recorded @ Harmonie Park
Words and Music by Skeleton Crew®
Copyright 1998/2009 Skeleton Crew Music.

William Pilipchuk | Lead Vocals & Percussion
Scott Christy | Background Vocals, Acoustic Guitar & Electric Guitar
Dan Hess | Background Vocals, Piano & Organ
Chris Badynee | Background Vocals & Fretless Bass
Greg Tyler | Background Vocals & Drums
Choir-Pastor Henry Covington Brian Champine, Jeff Kujat, Kenny Kulbaba Debbie Jones, Angela Wideman, Sheila Davis

Recorded & Mixed by Mark Pastoria
Produced by Brian Pastoria & Mark Pastoria

https://youtu.be/vDs0E2kZelM

Faith

walk tall when darkness calls your name
and you fear the unknown
everyone in life goes through pain
so take a little time out before you explode...to hold on to

faith…
till the mountain falls into the sea
faith…
every now and then you might believe, it’s true
thy will be done for you if you hold on to your faith

think twice when doubt invades your mind
and the cupboard is bare
misery in life is a crime
so go ahead and lay down the cross that you bear...and hold on tight to

faith…
let the wild blue yonder set you free
faith…
open up your mind and just believe, it’s true
11:22 times you add up to one faith
thy will be done for you if you hold on to your faith

Bridge/Solo–

believe that it’s true, thy will be done for you if you hold on to your faith

you’ve got to believe it to see it; you’ve got to believe...

https://www.reverbnation.com/christmasindetroit

©Skeleton Crew Music | Words & Music by Skeleton Crew® (ASCAP) Administered by Skeleton Crew Music. All Rights Reserved.

http://www.reverbnation.com/christmasindetroitINTRO-Stewart FranckeFaith - Skeleton Crew featuring Pastor Henry Covington & The My Brothers Keeper ChoirReco...

04/10/2022

Rosalie Trombley was music director of the Top 40 CKLW-AM in Detroit, MI, also known as "The Big 8", from 1968 to 1984. She was known for her ability to select songs that would later become big hits.

23/09/2022

MiFIA’s board of directors have met with over 100 legislators to discuss the importance of a film incentive. Our board is happy to donate their time to get incentives passed, but there are expenses that need to be covered. By becoming a member or sponsor you will get us ready for the big push after the November election. To make a donation or become a member, please visit https://mifia.org/

18/09/2022

Such great Memories doing this video for “You Need Love!” It was a Blessing to have legendary Motown Choreographer Cholly “Pops” Atkins starring in our video!! The Making of You Need Love 10 episodes is also available!
The "U Need Love" video featuring Cholly "Pops" Atkins
DC Drive is: Joey Bowen, Mark Pastoria, Brian Pastoria, Doug Kahan, Michael Romeo, Jimmy Romeo.
Video made 1991 United Artists Theatre, Detroit MI featuring Cholly "Pops" Atkins. Directed by Stewart Shevin
Song Produced by Vini Poncia
Special guests, Vini Poncia, Alfredo Scotti, David Pastoria, David Bernas, Frank Rand, Maurice King, Tim Trombley!

The "U Need Love" video featuring Cholly "Pops" AtkinsDC Drive is: Joey Bowen, Mark Pastoria, Brian Pastoria, Doug Kahan, Michael Romeo, Jimmy Romeo. Video m...

18/06/2022

What a Great story today @ WDIV Local 4 / ClickOnDetroit about the legend of Paradise Valley! What History here & it’s all about how everyone came together & it was the Black owned businesses & Music! Unity in Paradise Valley!
Great story and video!!

During a time of segregation in the US, there was one destination in Detroit where people from around the world, no matter their color or culture flocked to for a great time. That was “Paradise Valley,” where thousands of African Americans thrived and owned over 300 businesses. It was located in...

13/06/2022

SO excited and grateful that John Sinclair is back on his feet and ready to open and bless the show with us this Saturday!! I sure hope to see all of you beautiful people there, because you don’t want to miss it!!!
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

09/06/2022

Low-rider cars at the Detroit Historical Museum, laser lights at the Michigan Science Center, Arab women in hip-hop at the Detroit Film Theatre, a celebration of the Caribbean and a tribute to punk idol Iggy Pop are just some of the things planned for the 30th annual Concert of Colors.

The free event, which aims to celebrate diversity and promote unity, will be July 16 to 24 at various venues throughout Detroit's Midtown and Cultural Center.
"This is going to be a family thing; bring your family, bring your friends," said founder and organizer Ismael Ahmed at a virtual press conference Wednesday announcing the line up.

Concert of Colors, the annual diversity and unity festival announced musical headliners and other details for the free event, July 16-24.

07/06/2022

He is a best-selling musician few people in the northern hemisphere had ever heard of until his story was told in 2012’s Oscar-winning documentary Searching for Sugar Man. Even Sixto Rodriguez himself didn’t know how famous he was in South Africa, Australia and New Zealand... because the money wasn’t exactly rolling in. Now the mystery of his missing royalties has been solved at last, and the 70s folk rocker – likened to Bob Dylan – has finally been paid his dues.

Sixties rocker Sixto Rodriguez, who found mainstream fame in the documentary Searching for Sugar Man, is finally enjoying the fruits of his labours at the age of 80

05/04/2022

Why now?

The proposed film credit legislation created by the Michigan Film Industry Association is a jobs bill that addresses our state's current economic needs. All money, tax revenue and credits remain in Michigan.

MiFIA needs your support to move our bills through committee and signed into law. For sponsorships and membership, please go to https://mifia.org/.

Pro Jobs, Pro Michigan, Pro Economy!

26/03/2022

Support MIFIA!!

The NEW film incentive ensures growth and sustainability.

A viable and sustainable film incentive is critical to attracting outside investment that creates and sustains good-paying jobs and a robust economy. A portion of Michigan film’s community is centered around advertising commercials and corporate videos which is included in the two-tier legislation currently awaiting hearings in the state House and Senate. MiFIA needs your support to move our bills through committee and signed into law. For sponsorships and membership, please go to https://mifia.org/.

17/03/2022

Today we're wading into one of the most requested topics as of late - the possible return of film incentives. The first round in 2008 met its practical end just a few years later. But my guest, Alexander Page of the Michigan Film Industry Association, says that due to a number of fundamental changes...

16/03/2022

Support Our MIFIA!!

The film industry in Michigan has a fairly robust infrastructure. These incentives will only add to the strength of our base of resources. Editorial facilities, stages and prop houses will grow. An incentive also impacts other industries that directly support the production industry, including carpenters, electricians, catering, location rentals, hair, makeup, hotels, and restaurants.
The bills are first and foremost a Michigan jobs program – not a Hollywood handout.
MiFIA needs your support to move our bills through committee and signed into law. For sponsorships and membership, please go to https://mifia.org/.

15/03/2022

Support MIFIA The Time is Now!

The Michigan Film Industry Association (MiFIA) is a grassroots organization committed to creating powerful incentives to bring TV, film, advertising commercials and corporate video filmmaking to the state of Michigan. Each of these markets has the ability to generate additional jobs and inject money into the state economy. To view the most up-to-date information on MiFIA’s initiative, both legislative and at a grassroots level, visit https://mifia.org.

07/03/2022

AICOA would have dramatic consequences for small businesses by destroying many free technology tools and services. Small business owners and groups from across the nation are deeply concerned about these regulations. Anti-tech legislation, like the American Innovation and Choice Online Act (AICOA) and its House companion, targets leading American companies but ignores how the legislation would have dramatic consequences for small businesses by destroying many free technology tools and services. Small business owners and groups from across the nation are deeply concerned about these regulations:
Please check it out & contact our reps about concerns. Thanks
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Anti-tech legislation, like the AICOA and its House companion, targets leading American companies but ignores how the legislation would have dramatic consequences for small businesses by destroying many free technology tools and services.

02/03/2022

Gonna be a great show!

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01/03/2022

Peter Klein, secretary of MiFIA’s Board of Directors, joins Carol Cain from CBS Detroit to discuss the urgency of a Michigan film incentive.

MiFIA needs your advocacy and financial support to create change and ensure the film incentive legislation makes it to the governor for her signature. For more information, please visit https://mifia.org/

Michigan once had the most lucrative film incentives in the nation in 2008 but were ended in 2015. Now, some state legislators are trying to bring a modified version back as Peter Klein, Secretary-Treasurer of Michigan Film Industry Association, talked about on CBS 62’s “Michigan Matters.”

07/02/2022

Great News for MI Detroit Music!!
Detroit is nearly unrivaled as a music town, at least when you count its contributions to musical history, from jazz, soul and Motown to punk, techno, garage rock and beyond. Although the business is changing, there's still plenty of opportunity — and increasingly, targeted resources — for artists, label owners and other cultural entrepreneurs to thrive in Detroit's rich musical soil.

Just getting the doors of Spot Lite Detroit open cost venue founder and owner Roula David about $550,000. David has been part of the city's arts and entertainment scene since coming to the city in 2011. She said the east side cafe, bar, gallery, record store and music venue would not have been…

27/01/2022

Great story by Jim Mcfarlin about Johnny Bee & his new album on Funky D Records!! So exciting Bee Is Rockin It!!

For his time-honored music compilation Big Beat: Conversations With Rock's Greatest Drummers, Max Weinberg, legendary percussionist for Bruce Springsteen, could have been forgiven for putting...

06/12/2021

30/11/2021

Bringing Back MI Film Incentives!!
It’s Time!!

What are Michiganders' response to MiFIA? Kurt Ludwinski, president of All America Plywood, discusses the importance of bringing the film industry back to Michigan:
“When the film industry was in high gear in Michigan, our business benefited from it … We had consistent, steady purchases from fabricators using our products for film sets in the Detroit area and possibly outside of our area. In addition, we all enjoyed being a part of it; it was brought to our attention that some of our products were in Gran Torino, and we were happy to see that.”
-Kurt Ludwinski