D'Artagnan Entertainment, LLC Fact Sheet
Founded:
D'Artagnan Entertainment, LLC.July.2001
Mission:
D'Artagnan Entertainment, LLC. includes its CEO and co-founder, singer/songwriter Dorian and co-founder Arlene Smith. This entertainment company is comprised of the following entities: D'Artagnan Entertainment includes the publishing house of works that are created by its artist, Dorian and Forte. The publishing house and its artists are both ASCAP affiliated. In addition to publishing, this entity includes a digital record label that allows its artists a platform via digital distribution and utilizes new media as technology continues to impact the music industry and its consumers. Dorian became the first artist to be placed on this label, while Forte, a studio artist, signed on during the summer of 2004.
In addition, as noted on the upper left hand corner, D'Artagnan Entertainment, LLC includes, Artist Development that major record companies are no longer concentrating on as done in previous years. It is this firms belief that artists that have the talent and interest in perfecting their talent by obtaining industry standard materials, are able to persue their goals in the music industry. D'Artagnan Entertainment, LLC can assist interested artists along their dreams of perfecting themselves either in their efforts to maintain their indie status or to be shopped to those within the majors in order to obtain a deal.
D'Art Radio a subsidiary of D'Artagnan Entertainment LLC, is a Live 365 station where, "Indie music hits the spot". Its goals, much like the parent company is to gain exposure for indies within the genres of hip-hop, R&B, pop, dance and rock. D'Art Radio launched July 2004 and currently holds over 12,000 visitors. In addition, it includes an evening block, The After Dark Crew, that bring the music to its listeners in different ways. This group is a collaboration of individuals from within the industry that share a love of music and form of education.
The Hush Hour consisting of Reflector, DJ Fonz and Ya Mutha airs daily from 8:00 - 9:00pm bringing the best of hip hop and R&B. These three create a program where listeners are able to hear the hottest music out now, indie selections and interviews as well. The Kitten Lounge which airs 9:00 - 10:00 daily is hosted by Kimmie, fashion designer, event planner and founder of Sikara Designs Group, also plays the hottest music with indies mixed in. However, Kimmie also brings her love of fashion and discusses style, includes interviews of those who are currently in the fashion industry and those who work within the arts. Finally, J. Hatch and Drawz end the night Monday - Friday from 10:00 - 11:00 with the S.P.O.T.S. Hour with the best in indie music with information for those that are interested in getting into this music business. By educating his listeners he is able to give them a well rounded perspective about the business while entertaining them.
Like its parent company, D'Art Radio educates its listeners and participants on the industry; moreover, it creates a platform to expose indies that are interested in obtaining a global audience. D'Art Radio will be sponsoring the Sikara Designs/Kitten & Co. Fashion Show and Kitten After Party Sept 14th during Fashion Week. By doing so, it increases its aims to work within and outside of the music industry and by making its presence known in related areas. D'Art Radio will have its launch party at Mission on Sept 22nd with the S.P.O.T.S Hour's J. Hatch. This event will include showcases of R&B and Hip-Hop which generated exposure of the station and parent company to artists interested in making an impact within the music industry.
Product:
D'Artagnan Entertainment LLC is a digital format from acquisition of artists, media exposure, distribution and radio station. Not only does this allow individuals to maximize their financial efforts; moreover, it allows for global extension in obtaining additional demographics. In creating the best platform for the artist, educating the artist on the industry and what path may be best for them is also essential. D'Artagnan Entertainment, LLC is eager to share its knowledge on the indie market and the benefits of the Internet and related technology through symposiums and more. This has proven successful through its collaborations with such groups as Live 365, Mi2n and other standards in the industry.
Principals ~ D'Artagnan Entertainment, LLC.:
Dorian, CEO.Co-Founder.Singer.Songwriter
Arlene "Forte" Smith, Co-Founder.Operations Manager.Studio Artist
Kimmie Smith, Publicist
Principals ~ D'Art Radio:
Dorian, CEO
Arlene Smith, Founder. Operations Manager
Kimmie Smith, Publicist.Image Consultant.Kitten Lounge Personality & Executive Producer
J. Hatch & Drawz, S.P.O.T.S. Hour Personalities
Reflector, DJ Fonz, Ya Mutha, The Hush Hour Personalities
Address
PO Box 303 West Long Branch NJ 07764
Web Site:
www.dartentertain.com
www.dartradio.com
Press Contact:
Kimmie Smith
PR Specialist
Sikara Designs Group
kimmie@sikara.com
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