YOUNG BLADE THE DJ IS COMING TO A CITY NEAR YOU. IT'S BEEN ALONG TIME COMIN NOW IM READY.
Why this name?
I've been cutting hair for over 15 year's. The name came from cutting fadez.
Do you play live?
I preformed live at club called hurricane.yes really like taking control of the crowd.
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
ah man! only if every one knew what you could do with this music now. your able to touch any one around the world.
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
that needs a lot of thought.Because I produce all my own music now and I get 100% earnings
Band History:
Hurricane lounge 
Emerald House 
Non-profit shows
Your influences?
tupac,biggie ,run dmc ,awb ,bob marley the list goes on
Favorite spot?
Kansas city, mo
Equipment used:
computer and mixer
Anything else...?
Just want the world to know i'm here

SYNAPTIK is a British heavy metal band from the East Coast of England. Formed in 2012, known to incorporate elements from styles such as thrash, power, progressive.
Synaptik aren’t afraid to mix up the influences and certainly don’t fear melody with their heavier than a black hole riffage and dynamic vocals, death metal aggressiveness with a progressive, melodic outlook. They draw on influences old and new to create a mutant hybrid sound-scape that makes them stand out.

Synaptik have just released their debut album “The Mechanisms of Consequence”
A video for the single “Your Cold Dead Trace” is also available.
The single features guest vocals from Alan Tecchio (Watchtower/Hades/Non Fiction/Seven Witches/Silent Assassins)
SYNAPTIK are very pleased to inform you that we’ve joined with Possessive Management on their roster of bands alongside (amongst others) good friends The Sun Explodes, Exist Immortal, Drewsif Stalin’s Musical Endeavors, Friend For A Foe and ALIASES .
Stop by their Facebook page (link above) check out all the top bands and give them a ‘like’.

Please forward all future inquiries to one of the following: 

Promotions (Europe/UK) Chris: luciferlament@yahoo.com

simon@possessivemanagement.com

Booking Synaptik please contact louise@possessivemanagement.com   

“SYNAPTIK combines the attack of melodic death metal with the deadly subtlety of progressive metal. The band comes with a remarkable pedigree and features members who count Bloodstock Festival, Download festival appearances and guest slots with the likes of Exodus, Skyclad and Iron Maiden amongst their achievements. Expect a dizzying double-barreled assault of intricate melody and sheer power”
M..J (Powerplay Magazine)

Synaptik are :

John Knight – Vocals

Ian Knight – Guitar

Kev Jackson – Bass

Pete Loades – Drums

Jack Murton – Lead Guitars

With bright orange hair, a cheeky smile and a brand new album of songs that are simply poptastic, CC is someone you will want to keep your eyes and ears out for! 
“This orange haired jack-in-the-box is set to hit radio like a drunk driver as her irresistibly cheeky hits wind up to dominate airwaves worldwide.”
CC's second album Girl Scout is purely bubblegum poptastic, and was produced by No Doubt's Stephen Bradley (@ BaxterBeezy).
“CC has bright hair and big ambitions and now she’s coming to a stage near you. Don’t say you weren’t warned.”
Please visit http://justsaycc.bandcamp.com/ to buy her songs. Also available in iTunes.
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Jason Vorhees bka Key Loads was born in Columbus, OH where he stayed the first couple days of his life, and then moved to Washington, DC.  Southeast to be exact, Robinson Pl.  He mostly grew up on the Southside of the District but did spend some time in Maryland.  He lived longest on Alabama Ave which is in SE, DC. He was in and out of prison as a juvenile, so at 16 he attempted living in Columbus again.  That was short lived, and lasted only a month or so, then he was right back in DC again.  By this time Jason was writing poetry, and was not yet known by Keys.  Then he was known simply as Red, Reds, or Dirty Reds.  Jason was born with Red hair.  Funny seeing as he has been a Crip since the age of thirteen.  And around Crips since the age of 9, when he was doing odd jobs that a kid that age should have been no where near.  Aligning with the "Trays" (39th St Gangster Crips later adding "Notorious" in front or NTNGC) Jason was always wearing his "Crip Rag" which in DC, was not well received.  DC is not an area known for Crips or Bloods, just Blocks, Wards, or Hoods.  But Jason's mentor, who lived in DC, was from Long Beach California (IGC), and shortly after Jason returned to DC, his mentor, took him to visit the LBC.  This was the first time Jason met his "Cuzzins."  It was a life altering experience, and from this moment on, he took his alliance, and his "set," very serious.  

	After coming back from Cali Jason was sent to live upstate New York, where for the first time in his life, rapping was all he had to keep himself occupied.  He was sent to sort of like a group home for delinquents.  Other kids like himself used to have cyphers, Jason would join in, and he found that he easily dominated all the other kids.  It got to the point where they would all just sit and listen to Jason flow.  After about a month once again Jason was back in DC.  He forced his way out of the restricted situation he found himself in.  After returning he continued writing and freestyling with his homies in DC.  Jason continued to get better, but never considered taking it much further than something he did amongst his homies.  Jason's brother was sentenced to 15 years when Jason was barely 17.  He took this very hard, but he buried it, and dealt with it.  At age 17 Jason was sent to Juvenile, during this time, legal action was taken against his "set," Jason had no idea.  It wasn't until he returned to the hood to find everyone gone.  His mentor, disappeared!  His set all in prison doing anywhere from 3-9 to 25-Life.  Jason didn't know what to do. 

	When Jason was 18 he returned to Columbus,Oh to live once again, and this time he was determined to stay.  During this time in Columbus Jason became, Bubble Up, Kilos, Keys, and finally Key Loads.  Keys and Key Loads stuck.  These names were giving to him by the streets.  They are not rap names, or names he gave himself.  These names came from what Jason was doing in the streets, selling cocaine.  The crew Key Loads ran with in Columbus, R.U.S.H., or Ruthless Unfadable Street Hustlers, a group of Gang members from different gangs (Crips, Bloods, Peoples, Folks), were also some what Rappers.  It was H2O aka Half 2 Onces, Quarter Key aka Pito bka SNITCH! and Key Loads, the rest of the crew you could say were just goons.  But Key Loads found his voice in Columbus, his delivery, his flow.  He had lyrics before but he didn't know how he wanted to deliver on the mic until he started rapping in his birthplace.  Unfortunately after only 6 months in Columbus, Keys was arrested on Conspiracy charges after being ratted on by one of his thought to be close friends (Pito).  With money he had saved up from hustlin he got a good lawyer who was able to get his sentence reduced to two years, seeing as this was his first felony as an adult.  

	Jail is where Key Loads, the rapper, was born.  Key Loads went into prison 160 pounds, they cut his long red braids down to a crew cut, and locked him down.  Once again, all he found himself able to turn to, was rapping.  Oh and chess!  He's a Master on them 64 squares.  In Prison though, Key Loads began writing whole songs out.  He wrote songs about slavery.  He wrote songs about Jail, the streets, he wrote stories, he came into a true Emcee.  By the time he was released he had filled 6 yellow tablets up with material.  Too bad we will never get a chance to here any of it, seeing as the CO's saw fit to confiscate Key Loads' lyrics as "Gang Literature" after he freestyles and bombed on all the CO's during yard day in LOCI or London Ohio Correctional Institution.  Upon release Key Loads was now over 200 pounds and unknowingly diabetic.  He did not get right back into rapping, but when he met a new roommate who had a radio shack keyboard, Keys began producing.  Playing music was not new to Keys, he always played around with keyboards, they fascinated him.  And he played trumpet in Middle School and High School.  After his new roomate allowed him to make a few beats on his keyboard, Keys was writing and producing ,doing recordings through his computer mic, while playing the beat in the background.  He was moving!  He was soon introduced to Reason (Production Program) which he quickly mastered and began putting out production after production.  

	A few years later Keys had his own studio, it wasn't much, but it did the job.  Around this time Keys met his now long time friends Payroll Slim & Mack Low.  Payroll, Keys met in DC while working in a laundromat called Spin Cycle, Mack, Keys met while handing out flyers for his studio.  Payroll and Key Loads would team up with KD Kane and later Monty to form DC Mob.  They released a few cuts but the group took a major blow when Payroll Slim had to go to prison. The group never recovered.  Mack'N Keys quickly became close friends and hit the studio smoking weed, partying, getting money, and making tracks.  They formed the duo called simply Mack'N Keys.  They became hood celebs with just a few songs.  The Key Loads at this time mostly rapped about being a G.  This Key Loads was not as heavy with lyrical content, politics, or anything, but he had bars.  It wasn't until Keys was arrested and charged with Conspiracy, yet again, after another person ratted on him (Lil Jo) that he began working on being a more lyrical punchline based rapper.  

	During his bit for this charge he focused mainly on punchlines, metaphors, and wordplay.  When he came home after this bit he quickly regained a studio and began work on new projects.  It wasn't long before he was selling drugs again which led him to going on the run to New York.  In New York he met Marcy Chicc who he fast connected with and who he was around more than anyone else in New York.  Keys hustled in NY (Brooklyn) and made lots of money.  Keys left New York and was immediately arrested again for running, he only did 9 months, but in this time, his cousin was murdered in Columbus.  Yet again he took this hard but buried it.  Keys returned to Brooklyn and reconnected with Marcy Chicc.  Keys later met Knoccout in Bushwick, Bk and they became close friends and together they started what was then known as 39 Broadway (39BGC). The set caught on but do to Knoccout being incarcerated the set came to a halt.  

	When Knoccout was free after 2 years he attempted to get the set going again, but with not a lot of help from Keys, the set went non-active. During the time Knoccout was in prison Marcy Chicc helped Key Loads to accomplish his dream of owning his own professional studio.  They went to Sam Ash in Manhattan, NY and purchased $10,000 worth of studio equipment. After doing this Key Loads founded NTN RECORDS, he landed a feature from FIEND formerly of No Limit and he released his first mixtape and album, "The Tester," and "The First Shipment."  Both were pretty successful for a independent release.  

	Key Loads soon met T.O. aka T-Dot who brought along J Cash, Civilli Da Don and Sparklife.  Shortly after, he met Metaphysical (Young Kei & King Tut), eventually Thirty-2 and many more who either once graced NTN or still do. Key Loads has release 4 mixtapes under the title Vorhees, Vols 1-4 and has released a total of 4 full length albums, The First Shipment, 2012, The Civil Rights Act and most recently UN$CALABLE.  Key Loads is currently working on his 5th album and many other projects as you read this.  Be sure to take some time to check out this Unsung Musician.

"The greatest thing to come out of Barnsley since the A61 to Sheffield"
Jarvis Cocker

"Loved The Bar-Steward Sons of Val Doonican. Great fun"
Jason Manford, comedian
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"Some of the funniest men on the planet... parodists extraordinaire"
Mike Harding, comedian, folk-musician, author & broadcaster

"A ridiculous family of genius, hilarious, irresistible music makers, currently crowd-surfing to the bar all over the great county of Yorkshire and beyond, into the venues and music festivals of the UK. Long may they rock... but gently"
Eliza Carthy MBE - Folk musician

Put on yer finest knitted gladrags, style your barnet, put on your dancing shoes and bring your finest singing voices, as we cordially invite you to witness the Greatest Show On Earth (in tank-tops).

Hailing from Barnsley Rock City in t'North, The Bar-Steward Sons of Val Doonican are on a mission! Determined to follow in their spiritual father’s immortal footsteps and keep his legacy alive, they have a talent for Bar-Stewardizing other famous people’s songs with new comedy lyrics, on acoustic geetar, banjo, fiddle, mandolin, accordion, keyboard, keytar, and the world's first synthesiser ukulele! To complete their squeaky-clean image, brothers-from-other-mothers Scott, Björn and Alan have become instantly recognisable for their immaculate hair and their stylish choice of knitwear.
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Founded in Barnsley Rock City in 2006 by their outspoken and energetic ringleader, Scott Doonican, The Bar-Steward Sons of Val Doonican are on a mission! Far from being your typical folk ensemble, this cult-like collective of like-minded knit-wear enthusiasts are determined to follow in their spiritual father’s immortal footsteps and keep his legacy alive. Scott and his brothers-from-other-mothers, Alan Doonican, Mo-Jo Doonican, Dave Doonican and Rt. Rev. Jeremiah Rickenbacker Doonican III, have quite the talent for Bar-Stewardizing other famous people’s songs with new satirical comedy lyrics, on folk instruments. To complete their outrageously understated image, the Doonicans have become instantly recognisable in festival fields and venues up and down the country for their immaculate hair and their stylish choice of sexy knitwear, and instantly memorable for their lairy, no-holds-barred, anarchic live shows.
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A group that is both perpetually on the move, ever-evolving and joyously independent, they have played over 1350 side-splitting shows to date, and have brought smiles and belly-laughs to audiences across the UK; from Barnsley to Barnstaple, from Glastonbury to Glasgow. They continue to wow audiences with a fine selection of their greatest hits, including the likes of “Jump Ararnd”, “The Lady In Greggs”, "The Devil Went Darn To Barnsley", "How Deep Is Your Glove?", "Paint 'em Back", "Goat Yoga", and “If I Could Punch A Face… It’d Be Justin Bieber’s”.

Over the last 19 years, The Bar-Steward Sons have written and recorded eleven studio albums, independently released over 40 live recordings, successfully crowd-funded nine separate independent vinyl releases, played on top of mountains, wowed-festival goers across the length and breadth of the UK, had six different beers brewed and named in their honour by four different breweries (one of which, 'Doonicans' is a SIBA Gold and Silver award-winning part of the brewery's core range of ales), they have sold-out seven consecutive shows on a Mississippi paddle-steamer on the Norfolk Broads in less than 20 seconds, hosted their own sell-out music and comedy festivals, written & performed in their own musical, are featured in the Experience Barnsley Museum Music Archives, hold the bar-takings record for at least ten theatres, have been the recipients of six different individual awards as voted for by the public in the Barnsley Music Awards, played to 20,000 people at Fairport's Cropredy Convention (twice!), the Avalon Stage at Glastonbury Festival (twice!), recorded collaborations with the likes of Frank Turner and Eliza Carthy, and even scaled the dizzy heights of a #1 and a #2 single and a #2 album on the iTunes Comedy Charts (plus a National chart position in the Top 100)!  That's not too shabby for a daft little unsigned comedy folk band from Barnsley, who manage themselves, eh?

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The Bar-Steward Sons of Val Doonican can’t wait to bring their shindig to a venue or festival field somewhere near you and they promise that they WILL rock you… but gently!

Red Kansas is the alias for artist Chris K. Chris,"The name is really very simple. My beautiful wife has red hair, and we are both from Kansas. Red Kansas!". Chris currently lives in Austin, TX. Although the music scene in Austin thrives beyond that of most cities, Chris is currently only a recording artist. He doesn't rule out the potential of getting back into the live music scene, but there's currently no near sited intentions of doing so.

Yohai Portal was born and raised in a small town near Haifa, Israel. Yohai's family is full of artists and creative environment all around. Painters, dancers, movement teachers, architecture, hair and clothing designers and other musicians as well. His first band was at 16 years old and he started playing shows at his hometown area (Kiryat Atta). 
 
After giving up sports for good, Yohai started focusing on playing by developing his musicality and performance skills, Playing 10-20 shows every month in the years to follow with different cover bands, tribute bands and wedding bands all across Israel. 
 
At 2011 Yohai joined the Israeli Rock N Roll Band The Genders, together they recorded and released their 3rd studio album 'Guts And Heartstrings' which was signed and published by Lovecat Music from NY. 
The Genders' music appeared in Movies such as American Pie - The Book of love, Adam Sandler's - That's my boy and in Several TV shows such as HBO's True Blood and in MTV commercials.
 
Due to his strong presence at the local music scene he started getting hired to record guitars for other artists and music producers. Studio work as a session guitarist became his second nature and eventually led to a few huge Pop hits that were Ranked #1 in Israel's main music chart (GLGLTZ) which brought Yohai's name to attention all around the country.
 
During 2015 Yohai met Gadi Altman, the lead singer of the biggest Grunge-rock band in Israel named "Boten Matok Bakirkas". The band had a couple of big radio hits in Israeli caliber while Yohai was just doing his first steps a guitar student. Altman invited Yohai to jam with the band, which felt like it was just meant to be... and after years of looking for the right lead guitar player the missing piece was finally found. By completing the band’s lineup together they created the band's 3rd album called "3". This album was recorded, mix and mastered in 3 days, played live like in the old days for enhancing the FEEL of a live band playing their hearts out. Completely the opposite approach of most nowadays music productions.
 
 
At November 2016 Yohai left his home in Israel and moved to LA, since then he is leaving his mark on LA Hollywood's live scene, playing best live music venues such as The Whisky A Go Go, Lucky Strike, Viper Room, The Roxy, The Canyon Club, The Rose club by Saban group and more...
 
Yohai also had the privilege to take part in a local Los Angeles Events such as Ultimate Jam Night (Whisky A Go Go), Soundcheck Live (Lucky Strike Live) & The Sunset Jam (The Viper Room), featuring the top well-known touring musicians and sessions players in Los Angeles, CA.
 
Up until now, Yohai has been fortunate to play shows on the same bill with artists such as Tom Morello, Steve Vai, Nuno Bettencourt, Gilby Clarke (Guns N Roses), Mike Portnoy, Richie Kotzen, Joe Perry, Johnny Depp, Nancy Wilson, Harry Waters (son of Roger Waters),Steve Aoki, Infected Mushroom, Astrix, Bliss, Ritmo, Dark Soho, No Comment, Riot as well as sharing a stage with band members from bands like: Alice Cooper, Chris Cornell,Europe, Foreigner, Steven Wilson Band, Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, Toni McCalapine, Madonna, Katy Perry, Backstreet Boys, Air Supply, Tony Braxton, Billy Gibbons, Pink, Billy Idol, Beyonce, Gwen Steffani, Avril Lavigne, Richie Sambora and many more.
 
Currently working on his 3rd album that will be released during late 2018 or beginning of 2019.

Lebanese & International singer,3 times World Music Award winner,Best selling artist in MENA.
   Join me on my life’s journey and explore my everlasting passion for the arts and music. Together, we can enter this world and you'll discover intricate details of my background and the small elements that when added up, form my career up to the present. It's with sincere hope that this will give you a chance to know me better. In case you have additional questions, send me an e-mail and I'll get back to you as soon as I can. 

ELISSA—Biography and Career

Elissa was born in Deir Al-Ahmar and raised in Bekaa Valley, a land known for its fertile landscape and infamous history.
At the tender age of 10, Elissa began participating in social events and had a role in the kids' festival at Mont la Salle, which was hosted by Sandy Oshakji. As she grew up, her passion developed and she grew more and more involved in the art scene by acting in theater plays, namely with well-known songwriter Wassim Tabbara and later, with the "Théâtre de 10 Heures". Having studied Political Science at the Lebanese University, she had a natural knack for her first play's tendency for political critique, and her talent, though in its infancy, left a lasting impressing on that initial audience. 
Her theatrical beginnings opened way for her to experiment with other modes of expression and soon found herself singing in front of audiences. In 1992, she participated and won a Silver Medal in "Studio Al Fan". The show was broadcasted on LBCI, one of the most renowned TV stations in the Middle East. Following this gentle, yet encouraging success, Elissa began performing in concerts, driven by her tireless determination until 1999, when Lido Productions released her first album, "Baddy Doub", distributed by EMI. Elissa’s debut on the commercial music scene was an event of considerable significance. The album was a success, and featured a smash hit with famous French gypsy artist, Gerard Ferrer. The release of "Baddy Doub" brought the musical talent straight to Cannes, where she participated in the International Music Festival of 2000. 
Following her success at the International Music Festival, Elissa released her second album, "We Akhertha Maak", which included the immense hit duet, "Betghib Betrouh", sung with Lebanese superstar Ragheb Alama. The emerging singer’s third album, "Ayshalak", was also quite successful and its musical quality was considered a big leap forward in her music career. In the making of "Ayshalak", Elissa took advantage of the significant momentum gained during her previous two albums and managed to surpass expectations at an amazing rate. The video clip of the album’s hit single and namesake was filmed in Paris, directed by acclaimed French director Fabrice Begotti. Elissa was officially dressed and made up by Christian Dior Paris for the video, marking the first time Dior collaborated with an Arabic artist. 
Hot on the heels of the well-received third album, Elissa continued her fiery path and sent shock waves through the music scene when she teamed up with the world-famous Irish singer Chris De Burgh. The collaboration of these two talents resulted in the historic duet, "Lebanese Nights". The hit song was included on De Burgh’s 2002 album, "Time is Everything". 
2002 brought Elissa more consecration as she was awarded with the Murex d'Or award for Best Female Artist. And her, "Ajmal Ihsas" clip won the best video clip at the Arabic Music Awards, which took place in Dubai. To top off an outstandingly successful and memorable year, Elissa was also included in the anthology book, "100 Pioneers of Lebanon". The singer was celebrated alongside artists such as Fairuz, Wadih El-Safi, and many other celebrities who have left their everlasting mark on the Lebanese cultural, political and social landscape.

Elissa’s fourth album, "Ahla Donia", recorded with Super Audio System, was released in May 2004. It broke record sales around the Middle East and the beloved artist won the World Music Award for Best Selling Middle East Artist. As a result, Elissa was recognized as the first Lebanese to win the award and went on to win the Murex d’Or for not only Best Lebanese Singer, but also Best Video Clip for her hit song, "Hobak Wajaa". 
At the time, the technique of using Super Audio was the latest innovation in sound technology and it was the first time a Middle Eastern artist used such superior sound technology. Artists who had previously relied on the Super Audio System included: Sting, Andrea Bocelli and Pink Floyd. 
Elissa’s fifth album, "Bastanak", confirmed her status as one of the best female musicians emerging from the Middle East as she reined in yet another World Music Award for Best Selling Middle East Artist. International photographer Mathias Clamer, who also worked on Elissa’s previous album, did the CD’s photo-shoot.
Elissa’s sixth and seventh albums, "Ayami Beek" (December 20, 2007), which reached number one for more than three months and remains in the charts today, and "Tesadaa Bemeen" (December 26, 2009), continued the singer’s success and officially marked her as an unforgettable idol in prominent music history. 
Nearly two weeks after "Tesadaa Bemeen’s" release, the album immediately became the best selling album in the history of Rotana, as well as the most successful in Elissa’s career. The widely well-received album skyrocketed to the number one spot as it sold record quantities in Lebanon, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Jordan and the rest of the Middle East. 
"Tesadaa Bemeen" was Elissa’s album that received the most awards and compensation. In the eyes of her fans and the music industry, Elissa’s new release was far from disappointing, and reached the number one spot in France’s largest music store, Fnac, in the Musique du Monde section. Elissa received her third World Music Award Big Apple Award, Jordan Music Award, Middle East Music Award and many others for "Tesadaa Bemeen".
"Tesadaa Bemeen" includes thirteen songs between Lebanese and Egyptian dialects created from Elissa’s numerous collaborations with a handful of renowned writers, composers and music arrangers. For the album’s glamorous artwork, international photographer Matthias Clamer photographed Elissa on location at Pena National Palace in Sintra, Portugal. 
The singer has surpassed expectations and risen above the rest of her generation’s talented celebrities, achieving full-fledged star-status. Elissa is more than just a shooting star; she’s a monumental icon whose mark on the Lebanese, Middle Eastern and international commercial music scene will undoubtedly push boundaries and stand the test of time. 
Elissa is passionate about her work and remains truly inspired by her audience. This everlasting passion shines through in her many notable events. Since the first album, "Baddy Doub", which was released in 1999 and brought her considerable success and a spot in the International Music Festival of Cannes in 2000, Elissa has been ever-gradually rising to the top.
In 2001, she took part in Jordan’s "Fiesta Latina". She also performed at the great pyramids of Egypt with British luminary Sting. Additionally, she was the only Arabic artist to perform in front of former United States President Bill Clinton at the Stars Charity show in Dubai. She was among global idols like Queen Rania of Jordan and the Crown Prince of Dubai Sheikh Mohamed Bin Rachid El Maktoum.
In 2002, Elissa took the local music scene by storm when she sang with world-famous Irish singer Chris De Burgh. Their smash hit duet, "Lebanese Night" was written by De Burgh during a trip to Lebanon two years previous. The Irish wunderkind was inspired to write the song when he spent a starry evening dining at the famous restaurant Abdel Wahab. De Burgh chose Elissa as a partner to perform the magical song with him. The song was recorded and produced by Chris Porter, the legend responsible for a multitude of hits by international artists such as George Michael and Robbie Williams. 
That year brought substantial success for Elissa, as she went on to win the Murex d’Or award for Best Female Artist. And without fail, 2002 ended just as prominently as it started when Elissa was called upon to inaugurate the opening of Kuwait’s Virgin Megastore with Sir Richard Branson, the founder of the famous stores. The opening of Virgin-Cairo followed the prestigious event in Kuwait. Her clip, "Ajmal Ihsas" won an Arabic Music Award for Best Video Clip in Dubai and Elissa’s long-winded, successful run continued into 2003, when she signed a deal with Pepsi.
The contract with Pepsi, a soda drink close to the singer’s heart, made Elissa the official female star for Pepsi in the Arab world. She filmed the advertisement for Pepsi X in Spain and in 2004 the singer filmed the regular Pepsi commercial advertisement in Rome with world-renowned director Roger Spottiswood. Subsequently, the Lebanese starlet shot two advertisements with American pop star Christina Aguilera for Pepsi for the World Football Cup and Downloaded. Both advertisements were shot in Los Angeles with prominent director Tarsem Singh. 
In September 2003, Elissa was commissioned for a performance at the Hope Charity gala, which took place in the Royal Albert Hall, one of London 's most prestigious venues. Other artists that performed that night included Spanish dancer and choreographer Joaquin Cortes, Italian singer Zucchero, and British pop singer Sarah Brightman, making Elissa the sole representative of the Middle East. Further projects in 2004 included the Ray Ban campaign, while from 2005 to 2006 Elissa took on the Corum campaign, the LUX and then Vogue sunglasses. Elissa remains Ambassadress for Corum till today.
In 2005, Elissa received the World Music Awards for the sales of her unforgettable "Ahla Dounia" album for Best Selling Artist from the Middle East. The star-studded ceremony took place in Hollywood’s exalted Kodak Theater with the presence of notorious music icons including: Beyonce, Maria Carey, Usher, Santana, Bon Jovi and many others.

In December of 2005, Elissa received the Murex d’Or for Best Lebanese Artist and Best Video Clip for her hit classic, "Hobak Wajaa".
On November 15, 2006, Elissa received the World Music Awards for the second year in a row for the sales of her "Bastanak" album. The ceremony took place in London’s Earls Court. Elissa was in the company of Michael Jackson, Paris Hilton, Beyonce, Andrea Bocelli and many other recognizable talents.
The Lebanese Music syndicate honored Elissa for her musical achievements and for being the first Lebanese artist to receive the World Music Awards two times running.
Elissa was also the ambassadress for the World Gold Council in collaboration with L’Azurde, effectively putting a beautiful image with one of the world’s most desirable metals
Subsequently, Elissa was chosen by French company Georges Stahl to create her own perfume in 2007. The fragrance "Elle d’Elissa" was created, marking yet again another first: The first international perfume for an Arab artist. Elissa’s first perfume was followed by a second essence, "L’Eau d’Elissa".
On August 9, 2007 she performed at the prestigious Sporting Club in Monaco. While in 2008, Elissa became the ambassadress for Samsung Mobiles.
In 2008, the singer was included in Arabian Business Magazine’s 100 Most Powerful Arab Business Women list, for the second consecutive year. She was also part of the 500 of World's Most Influential Arabs list. 
Since then, Elissa has created a very powerful image for herself forcing a place for her in the spotlight. The artist is also endlessly desired and sought for by all prestigious brands.
Elissa received her third World Music Awards in Monaco on May 23, 2010 for her album "Tesadaa Bemeen" for Best Selling Artist from the Middle East.
In June 2010, Elissa received her third Murex d’Or as Best Lebanese Female Artist.
In November 2010, she was awarded for Best Arab Female Artist in the Jordan Music Awards, which took place on Amman’s Dead Sea shore, and a few days later she received the Big Apple Music Award for Best Female Artist in the Middle East (This award is an international one based in New York), the Middle East Music Award and received 4 awards from the Student celebrity awards.
In March 2011, Elissa became a goodwill Ambassador for IMSAM, an intergovernmental organization under the United Nations based at U.N Headquarters in New York. She resigned in 2012.
Esquire Magazine named Elissa "Woman We Love" in 2011. It was an important moment as it was the first time Esquire had chosen Elissa out of their Middle East line-up.
To top off all these achievements, she was voted in the Arabian Business Magazine as one of the 100 Most Powerful Arab Business Women in 2012 and the 500 Most Influential Arabs.

Her eighth studio album "Asaad Wahda" released in June 2012 was number one for the first two months in all the Middle East charts and is still in the top 5 till now, with the release of the first Video Clip in January for the title song "Asaad Wahda".
In December 2012, Elissa was chosen to be one of the Judges of the X Factor Middle East; it was on air the first 4 months of 2013.
On the 23rd of June 2013 Elissa received two Murex D’or, for the best Lebanese singer and Best Arabic song "Asaad Wahda". This prestigious event, considered as one of the biggest celebrations of the TV industry in the Arab World, took place at the Casino Du Liban with the presence of many local and international artists.

On 21 November 2013 Elissa received the BIAF Award ( Beirut International Award festival) as an appreciation for her successful career as a Lebanese artist

Elissa's Most Famous awards :

A Silver Medal over the course of 'Studio Al Fan' Show.
1992 

The Murex D'Or award - Best Lebanese Female Artist of the Year. 2002 

Best Arabic Female Singer - Zahret El Khaleej Magazine. 2003 

Best Selling Album for a female singer in Egypt - Al Ahram Newspaper. 2004 

LG Music Festival Award. 2004 

AUST University Honoure - Lebanon. 2005 

WORLD MUSIC AWARDS- Best selling Middle Eastern artist - AHLA DOUNYA album.' 2005 

The Murex D'Or award - Best Lebanese Female Artist of the Year. 2005 

Best Arabic Female Singer In Al Aghani Radio Station - Egypt. 2005 

Best Character of the Year - Zahret El Khaleej Magazine. 2005 

Best Video Clip Award for the song 'Hobbak Waja'. 2005 

Best Female Artist of the Year Award. 2005 

WORLD MUSIC AWARDS - Best selling Middle Eastern artist - BASTANNAK album.' 2006

An Honorable Award from the Professional Artists Union of Lebanon. 2007 

Middle East Music Award - Best Female Arab Artist 2008 

Murex d'Or Of Best Lebanese Song & Video Clip 2008 - "BITMOUN"

The nb.1 most searched arabic artists on GOOGLE.COM 

BIG APPLE MUSIC AWARDS - Best Artist in the Middle East - 2010

WORLD MUSIC AWARDS - Best selling Middle Eastern artist - TISADDA' BI MEEN album.' 2010

STUDENTS CELEBRITY AWARDS Lebanon - 2010 (4 awards for 4 nominations; Best Lebanese Female Singer/ Best Album " Tisadda' Bi Meen"/ Best Lebanese Song "Aa Bali Habibi"/ A 4th Achievement Award

The Murex D'Or award - Best Lebanese Female Artist of the Year. 2010

The Murex D'Or award - A Honor Award For All Her Awards in 2010 

JORDAN AWARDS -Best Arabic Female Artist - 2010

Regional Ambassador for the UNICEF in the Middle East & North Africa - 2011

The Woman We Love” award of the “Esquire” men’s magazine - 2011

Middle East Music Award (DgFest) - Best Female Arab Artist 2011

Middle East Music Award (DgFest) - Best Arabic Video Clip 2011 - Tisadak Bimeen 

Murex D'Or award: 
Best Lebanese Female Artist of the Year 2012
Best Arabic song "Asaad Wahda"


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