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Movie star Akeem Mair is the entertainment industry’s up-and-coming icon !!!
Movie star Akeem Mair is the entertainment industry’s up-and-coming icon. In his career as an artist, he has appeared in several movie productions including Its on You, 417: Person with a Gun, Gangster City, Jolly Boy Friday, Life of a Villain, Red, Fine Line, Happy Birthday, The Kidnap, etc.
Akeem has signed with two agencies: Commercial Talent Agency (under Sarah Angeli) and Minc Talent (under Mariko Ballentine). At 33, Akeem is in his prime. With his noteworthy work ethic and passion, he is destined for greater heights. In fact, he has over 5 million views for a single video alone – the time when he appeared for The Ellen DeGeneres Show, which Ellen described as “the best episode she’s ever seen.” Also appearing on Iyanla’s Fix My Life on Oprah’s network, Apex Legends commercial with over 1 Million views on YouTube, Let’s Make A Deal with Wayne Brady, and many more.
Besides this feature with Shoutout LA, Akeem appears in many publications such as Voyage LA, 360 Magazine, Cliche Magazine, Occhi Magazine, KB Popculture, Kivo Daily, Naluda Magazine, Tha Wilson Block Magazine, The Hype Magazine, Dark Magazine, Vents Magazine, We Entertainment News, Star Central Magazine, Natfluence, US Reporter, American Reporter, Time Bulletin, Top 15 Entrepreneurs, LA Wire’s Top 20 IG Accounts to Follow in 2020, and many more.
How did you get started in acting?
I didn’t grow up thinking I wanted to make it out of Hollywood. I actually wanted to be a financial banker. I watched Michael Douglas in the movie called, “The Game,” and I was hooked. The 2000 BMW 740 i, the classy suits, and the stock exchange office. From his personal maid that lives with him in a fancy mansion, I was convince to be financed banker. But one day while working at Ralph’s grocery store, a loyal customer changed my destiny. I was a cashier at Ralph’s when a customer I knew quite well was apparently in a sad mood. So I did my best to brighten up her day using my big positive personality that my customers loved so much. I remember saying, “hi it’s so good to see you again, I hope you found everything ok?” She said quietly, “yes thank you!” I told her, “usually I see you smiling but whatever you’re going through I know God will pull you out of it!” “ He’ll never give you anything you can’t handle!”
After the transaction I said, “have a bless day, I hope to see you again!!” She stood there frozen for a minute and then finally looked at me. I could see the tears in her eyes when she replies, “Are you an actor?” I said, “No. Why do you ask?” She said, “Because you have this big positive energy. You move people by it. You lifted my spirits after I just lost my home in a foreclosure today.” Her words cut deep within me. After my shift, I rushed home and wondered, What would my life look like if I was a successful Actor? I thought about how I could help millions of people with my big personality the same way I helped her. It was that night I knew I wanted to become an actor. I searched how to get started in acting and it lead to me to Central Casting. And as they say, the rest is history!
What is the most rewarding aspect about being an actor?
It’s most rewarding when you inspire people around you to go after their dreams or fight for whatever they want in life. Sometimes you don’t notice that people are watching you secretly. I remember a few years back when I was going through a serious depression and had given up my pursuit in making it in Hollywood. One of my friends notice I disappeared from the entertainment world and reach out to me to find out what happened. I told him, “it’s been rough and my progress became stagnant. A big casting director slammed the door in my face and I crashed my truck.” After hearing that my friend said, “that’s why you quit??” He said, “let me be honest with you bro I was so inspired by you and what you’ve been able to accomplish. I said to myself if Akeem can do it, then I can do it!” “You can’t just quit bro because you will let me down!” He really opened my eyes that day. I didn’t realize that people are watching me and low key keeping tabs on me. One day I turned the lights off in my bedroom and stared into the darkness pondering on what I wanted to do and all of the people who are counting on me to stick with it. This time I attack my dreams head on while carrying the weight of everyone’s expectations on my back. When you hear people tell you how inspired they are by what you do everyday it is the most rewarding feeling.
What sets you apart from other actors or actress in the industry?
What sets me apart from everyone else in Hollywood is that I’m not afraid to fail or dream big. You’re gonna be doubted, called delusional, or laughed at for having big dreams. And it may even come from people you care about like your friends and family. I didn’t care. Some people are afraid to stand out and try new things because it leads to failure and it’s uncomfortable to be in the unknown. I didn’t care. My strong faith has always been my biggest weapon. I just refused to think small or doubt if it will work out. I have always carry the idea that God has my back in everything I do. So regardless if the opposition is stacked high against me, I’m always attacking. Sometimes I fail and do I’ll do it again, fail and keep going like I didn’t fail at all. I am a go getter at heart and so nobody needs to baby me. I got this!
So, how are things going today? How did grit and resilience lead to your eventual success?
Things today are going better than they were years ago. Since recovering from my depression and attacking my dreams in a different way of thinking than before, I booked a Nintendo Switch Apex Legends Commercial, Dominguez Firm Commercial still airing on TV, appeared on CBS Let’s Make A Deal last December, Appeared on Ellen Degeneres Show August 2019, Booked two feature films “It’s On You” and “Black Caesar Pirate King,” Appeared in several Magazines such as Naluda Magazine, 360 Magazine, Vents Magazine, Kivo Daily, LA Voyage, We Entertainmemt News, KB Pop Culture, The Hype Magazine, The Native Influence, Occhi Mag, Cliche Magazine, Tha Wilson Block Mag, Star Central Magazine, NY Wire’s Top 25 Individuals, US Reporter’s Top 15 Entrepreneurs, LA Wire’s Top 20 IG Accounts to Follow in 2020, and many more. I feel like grit and resilience is in every in I do. How you must hold your head up in all your auditions. Even if doesn’t go your way, know that you did your best and there are so many opportunities still out there. Being resilient even if you don’t have a lot of money and you got so much to pay for like acting classes, online services, clothes, and stuff like that to make it in this business. The grit and resilience to stay up in the middle of the night to get things done when you hear people sleeping or watching tv in the other room. It’s not easy but it’s my passion. I must have grit and resilience to make it!
Where do you see yourself in the entertainment industry in the next 10 years?
In the next 10 years I see myself doing exactly what Denzel Washington or Will Smith has done with their respective careers; win an Oscar, become A Lister, be apart of plenty blockbuster movies, become a household name, a true superstar in Hollywood. My main goals has always been the same in this industry, I want to be at the top of the mountain. It’s never been about the money or the fame but being the greatest of all time! What I’m asking for is tremendous hard work and sacrifices but I’m willing to pay the cost.
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UK Indie Folk Rock Artist Soná Signs With Creativ Music Group Ahead of Raw New Single “Time For Goodbye”
Backed by major label distribution through The Orchard and Sony Music for the first time in his career, the accomplished UK songwriter trades solo loop pedals for full band arrangements on an unflinching portrait of human connection.
Rising UK recording artist Soná has officially entered a defining new chapter, signing with Creativ Music Group to release an upcoming slate of singles. Through the partnership, Soná gains access to major label global distribution via The Orchard and Sony Music for the first time in his career. Marking the arrival of this alliance, his brand new indie folk rock single, “Time For Goodbye,” is available for preorder now ahead of its full rollout. Pre-order it here.
At its emotional core, “Time For Goodbye” examines the fragile fault lines of human intimacy. Amidst the anger, regret, and frustration that so often surface when relating deeply with another person, a single fleeting moment can suddenly expose someone’s true nature. Depending on what stands revealed in that instant, such clarity carries the weight either to enrich and strengthen a relationship or to dismantle it entirely. Written directly out of the rawest emotions born from one of those pivotal crossroads, “Time For Goodbye” captures that vulnerability in its purest, unfiltered form.
From Solo Loop Pedals to Full Band Arrangements
The emotional candour of the single builds upon years of seasoned live musicianship. Prior to this transition, Soná established a strong reputation during a fruitful chapter as a solo loop artist performing across multiple instruments, winning over audiences from intimate Sofar Sounds sessions to the festival stages of Australia’s boutique New Year’s on The Hill. His live pedigree spans a headlining show at London’s storied Camden Assembly, a performance at O2 Academy Islington, and editorial recognition in the leading Australian indie music publication Happy Mag.
Now reworking his sound alongside a live band, Soná returns to share a curated selection of songs built around the warmth of the acoustic guitar. Stepping away from solo looping layers in favour of organic ensemble dynamics, his upcoming material centres on original acoustic folk compositions paired with intimate acoustic reinterpretations of popular covers. Performed across both guitar and piano, with passages of classical piano woven thoughtfully into the arrangements, the recordings place his distinctive vocal delivery and poetic songwriting squarely at the forefront.
Global Reach Ahead of December’s Visual Premiere
Releasing his forthcoming music with Creativ Music Group through Sony Music’s The Orchard platform equips Soná with international reach to match his artistic evolution. As he continues to refine his craft and explore fresh sonic directions, the visual world surrounding the project is set to unfold alongside the audio release. An official music video for “Time For Goodbye” is scheduled to premiere on 4 December, promising a compelling visual counterpart to one of the season’s most honest indie folk rock offerings.
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At Creativ Music Group, we are dedicated to supporting independent artists by providing premium music distribution, marketing, and promotional services. Our goal is to help artists reach a global audience, grow their fanbase, and maximize their revenue—all while retaining full ownership of their music.
From playlist pitching and music video distribution to press features and digital advertising, we offer a full suite of services designed to elevate your career. With industry-leading expertise and cutting-edge strategies, we ensure your music gets the visibility it deserves.
Creativ Music Group, operating under Push Global Entertainment LLC, is proudly partnered with The Orchard/Sony Music, a premier music distribution company and top-ranked video network with representatives in 45 global markets. Through strategic alliances with digital retailers and performance rights societies, our partnerships maximize artist reach and revenue across multiple industry verticals.
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Creativ Music Group and Push Global Entertainment Open Submissions for That’s The Best Indie Music 2026
Independent artists worldwide have a major year-end spotlight opportunity as Creativ Music Group and its parent company, Push Global Entertainment LLC, officially open submissions for their flagship annual compilation album, That’s The Best Indie Music 2026. Slated for release on New Year’s Eve, the compilation is anticipated to hit both the iTunes and Amazon charts, and welcomes submissions from musicians across all genres.
Global Marketing Backed by Major-Label Infrastructure
To drive international reach and chart momentum as 2026 comes to a close, the marketing campaign for That’s The Best Indie Music 2026 will be spearheaded across multiple territories by Push Global Entertainment, Push Global Entertainment UK, Push Global Entertainment Asia, and Creativ Music Group.
Headquartered in Dana Point, California, and founded by music executive Sebastian Aguirre, whose work has reached the Billboard charts, parent company Push Global Entertainment LLC is an established music marketing and publicity powerhouse. Known for elevating both major and independent talent, the agency executes high-impact PR campaigns and syndicates music press across more than 500 global media outlets.
Founded and owned by Chris Callovar, Creativ Music Group operates under Push Global Entertainment LLC and was built to bridge the gap between independent artists and major label opportunities through its strategic partnership with The Orchard / Sony Music. Through this global infrastructure, the label distributes audio releases to more than 600 digital platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and YouTube Music alongside music video distribution to VEVO, Apple Music, iTunes, and Tidal. Beyond global distribution, Creativ Music Group supports artists with editorial playlist & sync pitching, custom Electronic Press Kits (EPKs), media placements, and targeted iTunes charting campaigns, all while allowing creators to retain 100% ownership of their music.
The upcoming New Year’s Eve release continues a proven annual series following That’s The Best Indie Music 2024 and That’s The Best Indie Music 2025, editions that previously propelled featured independent tracks to #1 on the iTunes Electronic Album Sales Charts.
How to Enter: Two Pathways for Artists of All Genres
Open to solo acts, producers, and bands across every musical style from pop, hip-hop, and R&B to rock, electronic, country, and beyond. The compilation offers two distinct entry pathways ahead of the November 30, 2026 deadline:
- Guaranteed Placement: Artists who distribute a single, EP, or full-length album through Creativ Music Group secure a guaranteed spot on the That’s The Best Indie Music 2026 tracklist.
- Open Submission (No Cost): Independent artists may submit a track completely free of charge. Entries in this category are evaluated strictly on musical quality, and final placement on the album is not guaranteed.
Artists aiming to feature on the New Year’s Eve release must submit their entries no later than November 30, 2026. Demos can be uploaded directly via Creativ Music Group’s official website at www.creativmusicgroup.com, and enquiries regarding distribution or promotional services can be directed to labelservices@
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At Creativ Music Group, we are dedicated to supporting independent artists by providing premium music distribution, marketing, and promotional services. Our goal is to help artists reach a global audience, grow their fanbase, and maximize their revenue—all while retaining full ownership of their music.
From playlist pitching and music video distribution to press features and digital advertising, we offer a full suite of services designed to elevate your career. With industry-leading expertise and cutting-edge strategies, we ensure your music gets the visibility it deserves.
Creativ Music Group, operating under Push Global Entertainment LLC, is proudly partnered with The Orchard/Sony Music, a premier music distribution company and top-ranked video network with representatives in 45 global markets. Through strategic alliances with digital retailers and performance rights societies, our partnerships maximize artist reach and revenue across multiple industry verticals.
Years after walking away from the industry at the height of his success, the Detroit singer, songwriter, and producer returns to his rock roots with a quiet anthem about devotion.
Most love songs chase the initial spark. Nick Caster is far more interested in what happens after the fire settles. That perspective sits at the heart of “Love Like Gold,” the latest single from the Detroit singer, songwriter, and music producer, which recently climbed to #1 on the Amazon Alternative Rock Best Sellers chart.
Built around warm, driving rock instrumentation and an unhurried vocal delivery, the track pushes back against the idea that romance has to be loud or expensive to matter. Instead, Caster focuses on the daily commitment it takes for two people to weather difficult seasons together.“‘Love Like Gold’ is about the kind of love that stays valuable through the hard days, not because life is perfect, but because two people keep showing up for each other,” Caster says. “I wanted the song to remind people that real love isn’t measured by grand gestures or what you can buy. It’s in the patience, loyalty, and little moments when someone makes you feel safe and seen.”
Seeing Caster at the top of a rock chart is hardly a surprise to anyone who followed his early career. Raised in Detroit, he spent his youth moving through group homes and the foster care system, first discovering music through his foster father,who worked as a DJ. Operating as an independent artist, Caster eventually secured Universal Music distribution through his work with Tiffany Gaines and built a serious foothold in rock radio. Along with standout releases like “Believe,” his single “Ride All Night” became a true endurance record, holding a spot on the national rock airplay charts for 128 weeks.
That momentum led him to Las Vegas in 2019 to shoot the music video for “Kickback,” a single with collaborator Nik11 that grew out of the success of “Ride All Night.” During the shoot, Caster’s fiancée unexpectedly passed away. While “Kickback” went on to break onto the Billboard charts, Caster was in no position to celebrate. He skipped the promotional tour and stepped away from making music for several years to grieve.
Knowing what it costs to lose someone gives “Love Like Gold” its weight. When Caster sings about protecting a rare connection, he isn’t dealing in clichés. The single arrives alongside another milestone for the Detroit native: his worship and inspirational pop track “You Were There” also hit #1 on the Amazon USA Top 100 Christian Best Sellers chart.Backed by marketing from Creativ Music Group & Push Global Entertainment, topping two completely different genre charts at the same time is a rare feat for an independent artist, yet both songs pull from the same well of lived experience.
“That experience is part of why the emotional purpose of my music matters so much to me today,” Caster shares. “I know that someone can be carrying something painful that nobody else sees. When I say I want my songs to uplift people, that comes from a personal place.”
With “Love Like Gold,” that purpose translates into a simple reminder to value the people who stay when things get heavy.
“If the song reaches someone who’s found that kind of love, or is still hoping to, I hope it reminds them to cherish it,” he says. “That’s what ‘gold’ means to me: something rare, lasting, and worth protecting.”
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UK Indie Folk Rock Artist Soná Signs With Creativ Music Group Ahead of Raw New Single “Time For Goodbye”
Creativ Music Group and Push Global Entertainment Open Submissions for That’s The Best Indie Music 2026
Nick Caster Hits #1 on Amazon Alternative Rock Chart With New Single “Love Like Gold”
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