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Kaaren Alise

SingerSongwriterDancingMachineDreamerOfDreams

About Me

HISTORY PART I
The Pennsylvania Chapter
I am Pittsburgh born-and-raised. There has always been some element of entertainment or art flowing from me. The visual arts and acting were my focus as a child and teen. I have been writing poetry, raps and songs for as long as I can remember, but truly developed my songwriting skills and vocals during college. As my aspirations in music grew I began to network with hip-hop artists and producers in Pittsburgh, recording hooks and background vocals as well as performing. Some of my collaborations, connections and credits include...
ID Labs
DJ Huggy
E.Dan
Franchise
Pittsburgh Slim
Soy SOS
Jah Mason
Blak Czar
Nes
Incyte
Eviction Notice
Nesia
Arson
Chukk Wun
Image the Great
Basick Sickness
I began to record with DJ HUGGY, FRANCHISE and E DAN at ID LABS, and was soon hired as an intern. Within a few months I became a partner and studio manager. I also worked as the in-house vocalist. Around the time I started working at ID Labs I also began SOULCASION ENTERTAINMENT, an event planning and promotions company. Soulcasion worked closely with NAKTURNAL, MOE, PITTSBURGH CITY PAPER, THE SHADOW LOUNGE, THE LEAGUE OF YOUNG VOTERS, PRICELESS FAMILIA, JENESIS MAGAZINE, SCION TOYOTA and over 25 Soulcasion members. I eventually switched gears, utilizing my Film and Video Bachelors Degree from PENN STATE UNIVERSITY, working for TJL PRODUCTIONS and HJD ENTERPRISES as a Production Assistant for the PBS MY MUSIC SERIES.
HISTORY PART II
The Florida Chapter
In December of 2006 I moved to Miami. I have continued my journey in the entertainment industry working for...
Slip N Slide Records
Miami Ink
Original Media
MTV
Classic Entertainment
American Idol: Miami Auditions
2R Productions
Casa Casuarina LLC
Currently I am working at the most famous home in Miami, Casa Casuarina, formerly the Versace Mansion. As Casa Liaison I am involved in many aspects of the house. We are a Members Only Club fashioned after traditional European Clubs. Our facility also holds ten luxury Suites, a fine dining Restaurant, exquiste Spa and a variety of exclusive Events. I still work time to time in event production with 2R Productions. Continuing to develop my vocals and writing skills is a high priority as I would like to get back to recording and performing. I am also combining my love of the visual arts and tattoo’s as a tattoo designer.
My father told me once to "enjoy what you do". That is why I will continue to search for what makes me happy... I will try to be involved in every little thing that interests me... I will never let the dollar ultimately tell me where and when I will work.
Reggae Superstar Jah Mason feat. Kaaren Alise
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Member Since: 12/11/2004
Band Members: "Live for the moment, for you cannot change the past or predict the future. If this moment is bad... it too will pass, hold on til the next."

To me, creativity is the key to life. The way I work, eat, dance, dress, learn, love, etc, must be somewhat off the straight and narrow. Drawing, painting, writing, singing, acting, sewing, dancing, choreography, casting, directing, and designing are all in my credits, but music is the one passion in this world that touches me the most. I hope that you enjoy my CREATIVE page.

Influences:
:::: R&B/SOUL ::::
mary j. blige - bilal - jill scott - beyonce - erykah badu - musiq - d'angelo - jodeci - faith evans - floetry - sade- lauryn hill - alicia keys - george michael - al green - roberta flack - marvin gaye - stevie wonder - the delfonics - the supremes - earth wind and fire - nina simone - donny hathaway - rihana

:::: ROCK ::::
led zepplin - chris cornell - radiohead - weezer - blondie - incubus - no doubt - smashing pumpkins - nirvana - stone temple pilots - the rascals - maroon 5 - queen - redhot chili peppers - the police - jimi hendrix - gym class heroes - keane - franz ferdinand - green day - pearl jam

:::: HIP-HOP ::::
2pac - jayz - beastie boys - the roots - nas - common - talib kweli - missy elliot - busta rhymes - hands down - salt n pepa - black elephant - the procussions - lady sovereign - trick daddy - lupe fiasco - canibus - dmx - notorious big - kanye west - ludacris - method man - mos def - t.i. - timberland - wu-tang clan - outkast - dizzee rascal

:::: OTHERS ::::
portishead - bob marley - tricky - andrew lloyd weber - bob sinclair - eviction notice - mozart - gnarls barkley - the beatles - prince - n.e.r.d. - shakira - ray charles - fiona apple - dee-lite - miguel migs

:::: HEROES ::::
my mother sue terpack - ghandi - martin luther king jr. - ann frank - albert einstein - mary j blige - russell simons - john f kennedy - jesus christ (the man) - spike lee - peg plowey - robert freeman

:::: FAVORITES ::::
sport to play - volleyball
radio station - bbc 1xtra
tv station - hbo
place i've been - puerto rico
artist - andy warhol
presidential candidate - barack obama
candy - dark chocolate
hair color i've had - bright auburn red
shoe - black stiletto
exercise - dancing
movie - fight club
nickname i've had - toots
tattoo artist - chris garver
accessory - earrings
animal - big dogs place i've lived - south beach
part of my body - eyes
thing to eat - breakfast
quality in a person - honesty
time of year - spring
holiday - birthdays

MOVIES I RECOMMEND
(in no particular order)
fight club . the breakfast club . edward scissor hands . eternal sunshine of the spotless mind . to sir, with love . a clockwork orange . rules of attraction . love jones . old school . the deer hunter . do the right thing . crash . friday . citizen kane . the exorcist . the shawshank redemption . a bronx tale . taxi driver . american history x . hotel rwanda . the shining . requiem for a dream . the pursuit of happiness . the princess bride . the graduate . stand by me . trainspotting . muriel's wedding . kids . scarface . great expectations . fear and loathing in las vegas . shaun of the dead . welcome to the dollhouse . one flew over the cuckoo's nest . office space . the day the levies broke . perfume
Sounds Like: eclectic... a mix of R&B, soul, jazz, hip-hop, trip-hop, and broadway... herself...

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My Blog

CASA CASUARINA: A Luxurious Experience

Casa Casuarina, formerly the Versace Mansion: This Miami Beach landmark, built in 1930, has a rich history and bright future.  The unique facility boasts ten luxury suites, beauty and relaxation ...
Posted by Kaaren Alise on Fri, 04 Jan 2008 01:58:00 PST

Miami Ink to MTV, moving up in the world & still pursuing my dreams!

As of Friday, May 18, I finished working with Miami Ink as a CAsting Associate. Season 3 scheduled to stop shooting on June 1st, and I am the first one out considering I do casting. There is a chance ...
Posted by Kaaren Alise on Tue, 22 May 2007 03:50:00 PST

I style Hair: up-do's, braiding, dreads, and more!

I BRAID AND STYLE HAIR! KAAREN STYLES MIAMI!Leave me a message if you are interested in getting your hair done....
Posted by Kaaren Alise on Mon, 19 Mar 2007 10:44:00 PST

Hip-Hop Beats for Sale...

I HAVE BEATS FOR SALE!If interested in purchasing any of the beats below, please send me a message with your name and address. If interested I will send you a personalized disc of beats. The disc wil...
Posted by Kaaren Alise on Mon, 19 Mar 2007 10:41:00 PST

SLIP N SLIDE RECORDS and MIAMI INK

I am soooo excited. Today I obtained an internship with Original Media. I will be working in the casting department of TLCs hit reality show Miami Ink (if you haven't seen it, go see it... love it!). ...
Posted by Kaaren Alise on Tue, 09 Jan 2007 09:35:00 PST

Making the move (to Miami) the time has come!

For 25 years, minus a few semesters of college, I have lived in Pittsburgh, PA. My hometown, I have a very love/hate relationship with it. It is now time to leave. I have given all that I can to ma...
Posted by Kaaren Alise on Mon, 13 Nov 2006 04:26:00 PST

men who can't handle successful women - women who cling to successful men of stature

Q:As much as other would like to think differently, I never hung on a man's back to get where I am today. I was talking with friend who is a succesful, confident business man with social status, adn ...
Posted by Kaaren Alise on Sat, 29 Jul 2006 09:30:00 PST

I am writing a blog

You meet many people through out the course of your life.  Some are there forever, some come late, some leave early, and some just dip in and out.  Now most of these people, don't really kno...
Posted by Kaaren Alise on Wed, 19 Jul 2006 11:44:00 PST

I sang in New York City... and danced my ass off!

I barely perform anymore, I smoke too much for my voice to be right, and I fucking sang in this little spot in NYC, killed it (except for the small mess ups I noticed) and had a ball.  I met mad ...
Posted by Kaaren Alise on Tue, 20 Jun 2006 01:37:00 PST

Welcome to Mt. Washington... we've moved!

So I finally have MY OWN!!! Me and my girls moved up to Mt. Washington and my name is officially on the lease. 'Bout damn time, 24 (well now 25) years of age! It's a cute three bedroom with a balco...
Posted by Kaaren Alise on Thu, 15 Jun 2006 06:41:00 PST