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ENSE Music Releases “Dark Day” by Marlon Saunders

On Wednesday, August 12, 2020 Singer-songwriter and record producer Marlon Saunders has released a new song “Dark Day” on ENSE Music.

“Dark Day” is a virtual collaboration with music producer, classical/jazz pianist and all-around synth nerd, John Manni.

John said, “I feel like we actually did something to be proud of, we created something that will make a dent in the world for the better, something to help continued change and give hope at the same time. There were zero egos involved, just the great creator’s work working through us and I am thankful for every single second of this process.”

Also Marlon Saunders said, “The song speaks to the complexities we are facing in The United States of America with systemic racism and systemic racism. The idea of Jesus singing the blues, for me is a very powerful image, allowing the mind to imagine Jesus having a dark hue that is not European.”

“I tried to weave what we are seeing in our country today—the senseless killings of black bodies, hoping conversations could be shared with the idea of honoring life and all black lives. I pray one day we will hold space that is not entangled in hatred.” concluded Marlon

Marlon is a Berklee College Of Music Alumni and veteran in the music industry. He has worked with various artists such as Michael Jackson, Cynthia Erivo, Lauryn Hill, Javier Colon, Billy Joel, Sting, Bobby McFerrin, Joe Henderson, Ron Carter, Shawn Colvin, Nine Inch Nails, Jane Siberry, Shania Twain, Martha Wash, and Dance Theatre of Harlem and has toured and gathered singers and directed choirs for artists such as Stevie Wonder, Sam Smith, Logic, Mondo Cozmo and Andrea Bocelli.

Marlon has contributed to the video game scene as well, particularly games made by Sega. He is best known for doing vocals on both versions of Knuckles’ theme, “Unknown From M.E.” in Sonic Adventure and Sonic Adventure 2. Marlon also performs on the soundtrack to the Burning Rangers game, singing one of the ending songs, “We are Burning Rangers” and has performed a Christmas a cappella version of “Dreams Dreams”, the theme from Night Into Dreams with a small vocal ensemble that can be heard during the ending credits of Christmas Nights as well as on its soundtrack.

Marlon also made a brief appearance in the film Enchanted as a calypso singer who sings “That’s How You Know” with Amy Adams and made a cameo appearance in Billboard Hit singer-songwriter Fawn’s song “Wait For The Sun Black Lives Matter”.

For more information about Marlon Saunders on spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/artist/6RMQTfl3OEj7UVVnwmSCEp

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/marlonsaunders/

Website:

www.Theseamlessvoice.com 

On YouTube

The 87th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade To Air On The CW Network December 14th

87th annual hollywood christmas parade
HOLLYWOOD, CA – NOVEMBER 25: A view of participants in the 87th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade on November 25, 2018 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Earl Gibson III/Getty Images)

The 87th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade Featuring Marine Toys for Tots, led by Grand Marshal Nancy O’Dell of Entertainment Tonight, and produced by Associated Television International.  The parade will be telecast as a two-hour primetime special on The CW Network on Friday, December 14, 2018 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT, 7:00 p.m. CT.  The parade is hosted by Erik Estrada, Laura McKenzie, Dean Cain, and Montel Williams.  Elizabeth Stanton and Garrett Clayton serve as Co-Hosts.

Laura McKenzie, Erik Estrada and Nancy O'Dell at 87th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade
HOLLYWOOD, CA – NOVEMBER 25: Laura McKenzie, Erik Estrada and Nancy O’Dell attend the 87th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade on November 25, 2018 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Albert L. Ortega/Getty Images)
Nancy O'Dell at 87th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade
HOLLYWOOD, CA – NOVEMBER 25: TV Personality Nancy O’Dell participates in the 87th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade on November 25, 2018 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Albert L. Ortega/Getty Images)

This year’s parade will feature All-Star performances from Donny and Marie Osmond, The Beach Boys Performing Mike Love’s new single, “(You’ll Never Be) Alone on Christmas Day,” The Tearaways, The Band of Merrymakers, Mikalah Gordon, Blake Lewis, Clare Dunn, Elliott Yamin, Kimberly Caldwell, David Archuleta, Ashanti, Ruben Studdard, Ripley’s Believe It or Not!  There will also be a Special Tribute from Ludacris and a Special Appearance by Dr. Oz.

 Kate Linder at 87th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade
HOLLYWOOD, CA – NOVEMBER 25: Actress Kate Linder attends the 87th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade on November 25, 2018 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Albert L. Ortega/Getty Images)

 

Laura McKenzie at 87th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade
HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 25: TV Personality Laura McKenzie attends the 87th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade on November 25, 2018 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Paul Archuleta/Getty Images)
Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe at 87th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade
HOLLYWOOD, CA – NOVEMBER 25: Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe attends the 87th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade on November 25, 2018 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Albert L. Ortega/Getty Images)

Additional performers will include star magicians from The CW’s hit show Masters of Illusion returning for Season Six in the Summer of 2019, as well as performances from the Gevorkian Dance Academy, The Cubcakes Crew, Celtic Irish Dance Academy, Trinity Valley Community College Cardettes, Camp Broadway and 34th and Phunk.

The view a highlights reel of this year’s 2018 parade, please visit: https://vimeo.com/305176998/ac37e44356 

87th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade

87th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade
HOLLYWOOD, CA – NOVEMBER 25: A view of participants in the 87th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade on November 25, 2018 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Earl Gibson III/Getty Images)
Actress Kate Linder at 87th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade
HOLLYWOOD, CA – NOVEMBER 25: Actress Kate Linder attends the 87th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade on November 25, 2018 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Albert L. Ortega/Getty Images)
Santa Claus at 87th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade
HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 25: Santa Claus attends the 87th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade on November 25, 2018 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Paul Archuleta/Getty Images)

The Hollywood Christmas Parade is an annual parade that takes place on the Sunday after Thanksgiving in the Hollywood community in Los Angeles, California, United States. 

The parade follows a 3.5-mile (5.6 km) route along Hollywood Boulevard, then back along Sunset Boulevard and features various celebrities among its participants.

Per tradition, Santa Claus appears at the conclusion of every parade. For more information visit http://thehollywoodchristmasparade.org/

EDITOR’S NOTE: Article republished from our first website Diversity News Magazine Dot Com