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GINA RENEBorn into a multi-ethnic family, Gina Rene grew up in the Bohemian setting of Santa Cruz, California. As a youth she listened to artists like Stevie Wonder, Cab Calloway, and Ella Fitzgerald along with more contemporary artists like Prince, Chaka Khan and Run DMC. She was raised in the early Hip-hop/Pop era of the 80’s when it was about raw creativity and truth. Combining all of these influences with her own melodies, flowing over beats with her own rhymes became second nature to Gina over time. Music runs in her family. Leon Rene, her grandfather, wrote; "Rockin Robin", recorded by both Bobby Day, and the Jackson Five and he wrote "Sleepy time Down South" which became Louis Armstrong's theme song. He also owned the first black independent record label on the West Coast, Exclusive Records. Her father Googie Rene, is also well known for his album; “Wham Bam”, by the Googie Rene Combo, which usually contained the cream of the west coast session men including Earl palmer on drums and Johnny “Guitar” Watson and others from the early rock n’ roll years. Recently Ace records of the UK re-released “wham Bam” due to a surging demand for funky instrumental music . Gabriel Rene, Gina’s brother, has also been a very important factor in her growth as an artist and she would say that without his highly refined and ingenious skills as a producer, she wouldn’t be who and where she is now.Gina sang in both jazz and concert choirs during her high-school years. She was accepted into both the regional and All-State Honor Choirs in 1994. After graduating, she moved to San Francisco and became the lead singer/co-songwriter of her Brother Gabriel's band, Soulstice. The multi-cultural arts scene in San Francisco really inspired Gina to explore multiple directions with her music. She played with numerous vocal styles such as r&b, hip-hop, drum n’ bass, house, electrofunk, soul and torch style singing from the Jazz influenced 1940's. By freestyling over various d.j’s inwhile living in San Francisco she found her strength in multiplicity. A fan gave her the nickname, "Miss Stylistic." She studied with vocal coach and singer Raz Kennedy. Raz worked with Bobby McFerrin and other great artists and taught Gina Rene that her voice is truly her instrument and to "live in it.",Gina Rene has just a bit of irreverence towards limitation in her beliefs and makes it known with a wide variety of vocal stylings and topics in her music. She'll sooth you with her melodies and then wake you up with the truth in her words. She writes and sings her own songs, and a few in co-laboration with others, blending R&B and Pop melodies with the wit of a true lyricist. One original of hers, "U Must Be" was featured in the 2006 film Step Up, released theatrically by Buena Vista Pictures, a part of the Walt Disney Company. Recently Yo-Yo, original female rapper and DJ on LA's first Hip Hop station, KDAY 93.5 fm, sponsored a contest called 'Throw it up or Slow it up'. Gina's song "Cluck, Cluck" won the audience over in 2 rounds. Yo-Yo offered Gina a non-compete slot to open up for KDAY 93.5 and Yo-Yo’s “Best of the West” contest of Hip-Hop artists. Gina frequents The hip-hop Café in Hollywood and is known as one of the fiercest femcees at their late-night freestyle sessions(www.hiphopcafe.org). Gina is also a part of the Agape International Spiritual Center(www.agapelive.com) , a community that stands for Peace and Unity of all humanity. Agape is the home of the world renowned spiritual Teacher (Rev.) Michael Bernard Beckwith. He’s a fan of Gina's gifts and is a spiritual father to her as well. Beckwith was featured in the film “The Secret” and was also recently in the studio recording powerful words of wisdom on Gina’s up and coming single “Be the Change”-a song that reflects on what isn’t working on the planet only to then bring about a mentality of possibility to inspire the listener to take even the simplest actions that will bring Great change in these times of war and peace. You will find Gina featured on the youtube video “Greedy gentlemen” written by Peter Rader in support of WGA and the writers strike of 2007 in Los Angeles (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPMJ5XekT8Q) . She’s also featured in a short documentary on her life by Ashley Hughes soon to be available on the current t.v. cable channel and website(www.current.com).Gina knows her music is a tool for her own personal growth, healing and self-discovery. Having had her share of ups and downs and living as an artist in urban America, she sees all of the violence/misunderstanding on the streets & around the globe and feels the great need to speak on it especially for future generations. Recognizing the influence Hip-Hop music has on youth the world over, she feels a great need for positive role models and is especially concerned with the imbalance of the role women play in the music & entertainment world. Their negative portrayal perpetuates stereotypes which prevent too many people, including women, from seeing how truly powerful women are. It’s not about dissing men either. It’s about understanding the strengths in our differences. Through honesty and stepping into responsibility, Hip-hop can become the communication tool it was originally intended to be. Especially when demonstrated in the way Gina does. She’a not limited to Hip-hop though. The movement of the return to the “ classic” sound is already happening throughout the world. Gina is just a very unique and refreshing expression of this youth- culture- mixed with the wisdom of one who’s considered an “old soul”. With both class and grit, Gina will spark your believe in true musical artistry again if you’re open… and make you laugh at the same time. Never underestimate the Power of the Intentions and actions of one human being. ……..I’m talking about Gina Rene.Currently, Gina is writing and recording to some Fresh new tracks with some very talented production teams as well as performing at various venues in the L.A. area. For performance dates see web info below:Look for new releases/performance dates via www.myspace.com/ginarene and www.ginarene.com in early 2008!Currently, Gina is writing and recording to some Fresh new tracks with some very talented production teams as well as performing at various venues in the L.A. areaand beyond.Look for new releases via www.myspace.com/ginarene and www.ginarene.com in early 2008!For more info contact Manager, Darlene Gorzela @ 323-363-9465 or [email protected].

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Member Since: 6/15/2005
Band Website: sonicbids.com/GinaRene
Band Members:THANKYOU TO ALL WHO HAVE BEEN VOTING FOR ME!! I'M NOW NUMBER 78 IN THE COMPETITION FOR BEST ALT/HIP-HOP...WHEN I SIGNED UP I WAS NUMBER 1000.. IF YOU HAVEN'T SIGNED ON AND VOTED..I INVITE YOU TO DO IT!! THANKYOU FANS AND FRIENDS!!!click on image/link above to listen to my song "Be The Change" then click "judge" at top of page and on your right you'll be guided to next steps... join The Ourstage community..www.ourstage.com for musicians and video artists and music lovers..Tha fans decide.. Do It right now If you want to Get this song's message out to the world!!*it's simpler and more stright up than Myspace...Enjoy!!Peace!!Gina Rene and yes this is really doin my promo!:)THIS VIDEO BELOW IS IN SUPPORT OF THE WRITERS CURRENTLY ON STRIKE. WE WANT EVERYONE TO HAVE THEIR FAIR SHARE.LIFE IS BETTER THAT WAY..CHECK ME OUT W/MY FRIEND JONATHAN object type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowScriptAccess="never" allowNetworking="internal" height="355" width="425" data="http://www.youtube.com/v/uPMJ5XekT8Q&rel=1" THIS IS MY SPIRITUAL TEACHER/FATHER Agape International Spiritual Center A community… A practice… An embodiment of evolving consciousness"We are on the planet to be and express the Divine Love of God that is alive in every fiber of our being, waiting to be released through us onto our world. Living as love is a way of life that brings heaven on earth."Sunday Services:6:25am Early Bird Meditation 6:55am ServiceSecond Service 8:30am Meditation 9:00am Service Third Service11:00am Meditation 11:30am Service This 11:00am service interpreted for Deaf.Peace!!website:www.agapelive.comThis is my birth father Rafael rene:he made his transition on the full moon of november ,Googie!we Love you! for more info on his music copy the following link: http://www.acerecords.co.uk/content.php?page_id=59&relea se=854
Influences: Funk is a many splendored thing. Funk is a nasty vibe, and a sweet sexy feeling; Funk is funkiness, a natural release of the essence within. Funk is a high, but it is also down at the bottom, the low-down earthy essence, the bass elements. Funk is at the extremes of everything. Funk is hot, but funk can be cool. Funk is primitive, yet funk can be sophisticated. Funk is way out, and a way in. Funk is all over the place. Funk is a means of release that cannot be denied.Village Voice writer Barry Walters explained The Funk as well as anyone could: "Trying to put that thang called funk into words is like trying to write down your orgasm. Both thrive in that gap in time when words fall away, leaving nothing but sensation."Someone "funky looking" is generally thought of as someone colorful and amusing, yet unkempt, undisciplined, somewhere between exotic and ridiculous. Whether or not "funky" is in style, there are funky-looking people everywhere. Quite often, these funky people are self-styled, creative, and in touch with themselves. Funkiness, then, is an earthly sense of self that is free of inhibitions and capable of tapping instincts and celebrating the human condition in all its forms. Funkiness is a way of lifeFunkiness for our purposes is an aesthetic of deliberate confusion, of uninhibited, soulful behavior that remains viable because of a faith in instinct, a joy of self, and a joy of life, particularly unassimilated black American life. The black popular music of the early 1970s was a consistent reminder of this new affirming, colorful, ethnic aesthetic, and the Hip Hop culture of the 1990s has spawned a return to this less formalized foundation of life.SOURCE: Funk by Rickey VincentMUSIC MAN MILES SLOE POKE LOSLITO EXPO ERVIN
Sounds Like: The Gift Of Receiving ************************************************************ ***************The gift of who you are must be shared with the world. That may seem like a huge and impossible thought to you but hold on a minute it’s possible. You see when you are willing to receive someone else’s gift then you automatically give them the gift of YOU. This creates a conscious vibration that ripples out into the universe and it affects all. It has been proven that how we think and how we bring forth our consciousness will touch the lives of all. After all we are all ONE. There is an absolute universal principle I call The Gift Of Receiving it is an intentional way of being that allows you to step into the mindset of bringing forth all your unique talents as you express more and more of who you are. When you are open to receiving the act of giving becomes natural and the Law of Circulation takes effect. We must get away from the consciousness of giving to get and create the mindset of Living To Give. The personal reward one gets from helping another human being is so satisfying that it will automatically change the state of your being into one of a heartfelt presence and love for all humanity. Are you ready to give all of who you are today? Will you get out of your own way and rise above the mediocrity that wants to hold you back? Do you recognize the extraordinary person you are ? I say the answer to this is I DO!The flow of LIFE brings with it a set of guideposts that are designed to direct you to being the most awesome and powerful presence that you are. As you open up to the infinite possibilities that are always surrounding you you will begin to see things much more clearly and with a mindfulness that brings with it a new and heightened awareness. Along with this awareness comes a willingness to open your heart to the opportunities that present themselves to you. You might of at one time thought these opportunities were obstacles but now that you are in the mindset and ready to practice the The Gift Of Receiving you begin to see LIFE with a whole new set of eyes and a keen sense of listening to your inner guidance system that maps out your destiny with in powerful and inspiring ways. You are accepting of what is and you are ready to be in gratitude for all that is destined for your claiming. Life takes on a whole new vibration and you at the center of this vibration get to transform your life and co-create. The universe hears your request and answers with all the resources you need to have it all. Life is good and abundance is everywhere you are.“Be present to receiving and giving will flow effortlessly. The joy of sharing brings with it unconditional love for humanity”Am ready to receive all the divine intelligence that flows through me I Am grateful for the blessings that guide my journey I give all of me to receive more of who I AM Today I see the greater and greater glory of who I AM No Thing can block or hinder my light from shining bright I AM CONFIDENT, ABLE and READY to CREATE the life I desireIt’s your day...MAKE IT A GREAT ONE!Peace Love and Discovery, PaulEmpowering Music To Inspire... Inspiring Words To Empower Live And Hear Life From A Higher Vibration As YOU Create Powerful Moments In Your Day”Paul Hoffman “The Character of Success” TM© Paul Hoffman. All Rights Reserved Paul Hoffman Music Inc. Creator of Success Songs Success Songs LLC Blue Music and Sound Design [email protected] [email protected] www.successsongs.com ************************************************************ **** check out my friends/nextaid: they're building a community center for children of Africa orphaned by aids....and they utilize music as a tool to raise awareness and $$ for the cause.I released a song with marques wyatt called "come together" on one of their compilations..google me:)Gina
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ARE YOU READY? TO BE THE CHANGE U WANNA SEE IN THE WORLD

ON 6-20-08 "BE THE CHANGE" THE OFFICIAL 'MISSION STATEMENT' 4 THE MOVEMENT OF 'CHANGE' LAUNCHES:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: (((((((((((((((WORL...
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MY first vide shoot "set me free"

YO...JUST COMPLETED My 1st video shoot for my song "Set Me Free"...comin out real soon..directed by my managers' dear friend Jamie mortellaro. It"S pretty phenomenal...I'll keep you all posted on its...
Posted by GINA RENE official myspace on Thu, 01 May 2008 02:30:00 PST

"Set Me free" by Gina Rene in the singer/songwriter competition on ourstage.com/April

Hey Yall it's me Gina.. I know A lot of you have written me about my song "set Me Free"(co-written/produced by my brother :Gabriel rene)..and how you Love and appreciate the lyrics..well here's your c...
Posted by GINA RENE official myspace on Sat, 12 Apr 2008 09:03:00 PST

THANKYOU FANS & FRIENDS OF TRUE HIP-HOP..IM 78 ON OURSTAGE

THANK YOU TO ALL WHO HAVE BEEN VOTING FOR ME AND MY TIMELY SONG "BE THE CHANGE"(produced by Royal xvi) IN OURSTAGE.COM'S ALTERNATIVE HIP-HOP COMPETITION THIS MONTH/APRILI'M NOW NUMBER 78 IN THE COMPET...
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check out my EPK/My Other Websites/To Hear My Music/Gina Rene/sonicbids/booking

FRIENDS/FANS.... TO HEAR MY FULL LENGTH SONGS GO TO www.sonicbids.com/ginareneMY MUSIC WILL BE AVAILABLE THIS SUMMER FOR REAL.. IF NOT SOONER..FOR THOSE WHO’VE BEEN WAITING THANKYOU FORSTAYING P...
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Vote 4 "Be The Change" my song for the people/Obama/michael bernard beckwith

">Vote for Gina Rene’s"be the change" on ourstage.com:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::...
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GINA RENE’S NEW SONG " BE THE CHANGE" FEAT. REV. MICHAEL BERNARD BECKWITH

LISTEN TO GINA RENE'S NEW SINGLE "BE THE CHANGE&quBody: HI FANS AND FRIENDS...AND ALL PROGRESSIVE PEOPLECOME TO MY PAGE AND LISTEN TO MY NEWEST SONG:"BE THE CHANGE"Featuring my friend REV. MICHAEL BE...
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WHO/WHEN:**********NEXT THURSDAY EVENING EXPERIENCE THE SOUL OF GINA RENE AND CREW...SHE RHYMES AND SINGS HER STORY AND SPITS UNIVERSAL TRUTH OVER LIVE HIP-HOP..AND BEYOND WHERE:******THE PALMER ROOM...
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GINA RENE DOCUMENTARY AIRING ON CURRENT T.V.

GINA RENE FRIENDS AND FANS...!!!!CHECK INFO BELOW TO WATCH GINA RENE'S DOCUMENTARY BY ASHLEY HUGHES OFFICIALLY AIRING CURRENT ON T.V.THIS WILL BE AIRED ONGOINGLY..CHECK: WWW.CURRENT.COM FOR LISTINGS*...
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check out my epk/website...

For those who don't know I'm singer/songwriter;Gina Rene... who's song "U Must Be" is feat. in "Step Up",the Buena Vista/Disney film..(U Must Be co-written by Artstrong Clarion,produced by Gabriel Ren...
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