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The Producers Choice Honors

Inspiring the Future by Honoring the Past

 

Counterculture definition A subculture whose values and norms of behavior differ substantially from those of mainstream society, often in opposition to mainstream cultural mores.
The 2018 Counter Culture Award Recipients are:
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Dr. Jennifer Miele
Outstanding New Health Research Ms. Miele has enjoyed many years of study and vocal musical performance from Classical and oratorio music to jazz and country while entering the area of music therapy. She specializes in nutrition and medical research with a focused in laser therapy and chronic auto immune diseases. She has had over 17 years of experience in the health field. Ms. Miele holds and Honorary Doctorate Degree from the Mexican Institute of Leaders of Excellence in Mexico City for her years in the medical research field and the Integration of modalities. She has worked in research and integration in the medical field with hospitals and integrative health centers, research centers, medical doctors with specialties in oncology, immuno-therapy, regenerative medicine, naturopathic medical doctors, health coaches, nutritionists, stem cell therapy specialists and chemists.
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Dr. Michael Weber
Innovative Medical Breakthroughs Born in Hofgeismar, Germany in 1950, Dr. Weber has become one of the most respected medical experts in the world. Having received his first diploma in 1974 at the University of Marburg in Germany, Dr. Weber has gone on to achieve greatness as a medical doctor. He has opened and operated several specialized medical centers for many years, utilizing not only traditional medical practices, but holistic methods as well. He owns and operates treatments centers on multiple continents, even having a Laser Therapy Center in Bangkok, Thailand. Dr. Weber has been lauded by his colleagues for decades as truly one of the most innovative medical experts of the last 100 years. The 2018 Producers Choice Honors Las Vegas event is proud to honor this great man for all of his positive contributions to our world.
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Eric Von Sydow
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Spoken Word Performance Award As one of the original architects of the new man’s lifestyle movement, Von Sydow, aka Hypnotica, is responsible for leading legions of males toward unheralded heights of redefined manhood. Recognized as the “Inner Game Guru,” he has pioneered the field of male sexuality, a primal embodiment of art, poetry, culture, music, fitness and yes, sex. Under his tutelage, thousands of men now boast success not only in their personal love relationships but also in their overall lives. His recently released master program, “Modern Day Sexual Man,” serves as a pinnacle in his library of self-help offerings over the past two decades. As a leading ‘mind designer’ consultant, he is now internationally recognized and sought after for his groundbreaking techniques which escalate business prowess and acumen. The New 21st Century Man
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Katherine Farnham
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Outstanding Producer/Composer/Arranger Katherine is a 6 time award winning artist, who recently performed at the Hard Rock Live venue in Las Vegas for our PCH event at that location. At that particular show, she wowed the audience with a stellar performance and even has Olivia Newton-John standing and cheering. We are proud to have her on our Hollywood stage for our next red carpet press event. KatherineFarnham.com/
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Eileen Carey
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Female Solo Country Artist of the Year Multi-award winning, chart topping, SRO shows, Eileen Carey is one of the most talked about Indie artist in Country music today. Her live performances are powerful and purposeful, while her recordings are impeccably played and produced. She has been featured on KCAL-9/CBS2, appeared on Nick Jr.’s Take Me to Your Mother docu-comedy, spent two years as a Supercuts Artist Ambassador, and very recently was interviewd by the Huffington Post. In her off time Eileen likes to attend to her Music Mom blog, her many animals and her kick-boxing regimen. EileenCarey.com
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Chloe Kinnon
Producers Choice Honors Rising Star Award Coco, also known as Chloe Kinnon, is a Los Angeles based drummer and singer-songwriter. Don’t let the blonde hair and smile fool you, Coco is a hard hitting powerhouse musician raised on grunge and old time rock n’ roll. Her musical upbringing collides with her passion for pop-r&b to create original indie-rock music suitable for all those willing to listen. Drumming isn’t the only unique thing about this former small town girl. Coco’s soft punk inspired vocals and passion driven original music set the tone for a live show that is unquestionably an energized joyride. So buckle in and enjoy the trip together.
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David Goldsmith
Global Visionary Disruptor David Goldsmith is Founder and Project Leader of Project Moon Hut, a four-year global endeavor with NASA to improve life on Earth for all species by creating sustainable (not self- sustainable) life on the Moon via the accelerated development of an Earth and space based ecosystem. Its far reaching impact addresses and aggregates solutions for climate change, social displacement from technology, energy democratization, advancement of animal rights, resource acquisition, global unity, etc. Goldsmith travels 300,000 miles annually to consult, advise, and speak for his C-level clients in Fortune 500 companies through to Silicon Valley startups from Hong Kong to New York and San Francisco. Has founded and currently leads businesses related to AI, cell phone technology, consumer products, power management, IOT and more. He holds, patents across industries. The author of the internationally acclaimed book, Paid to THINK: A Leader’s Toolkit for Redefining Your Future. Goldsmith is the recipient of NYU’s Excellence in Teaching Award.
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Dr Carlos Miramontes
Stem Cell Research Dr Miramontes was born in Guadalajara Mexico in Sept 1976. Dr Miramontes completed his MD degree and then completed a Master degree in Elecrophysiology. He then completed a second Masters degree in Genetics from Euroespes in La Coruna Spain. He founded one of the first laboratories in Mexico for Stem Cell production and research. Dr Miramontes was awarded HONORIS CAUSA DOCTORATE Recognition by Instituto Mexicano de Líderes de Excelencia IMELE Mexico City in 2017. He continues his specialty and ongoing research with Baja MedGate located in Baja California Mexico.
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Gary Lee
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Community Service Outreach Gary Lee Ernst is an award-winning singer-songwriter and front man of the hard rock band IN THE MIDST 777 from San Diego, CA. When not rocking stages and sharing hope through music, he speaks to inspire and encourage people who need the same help and inspiration that he once needed in his own life. Through music and faith, he transformed his addiction and tragedy into deep purpose, praise and success that captivates and inspires his audiences everyday. Today, Gary Lee partners with the La Mesa Police Department working with their youth diversion and leadership programs to bring the bottom up for young people so they can avoid the path that diverted him to prison. He also donates his time, equipment and resources to produce an annual competitive awards show that showcases talent called, “Alpha Idol,” all as part of the development and growth to support sobriety with recovering addicts. He also sponsors others facing addiction challenges, performs and speaks at addiction recovery facilities and faith centers. Through music, speaking and mentoring, he shares the sense of purpose and meaning that comes with a life of sobriety.
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Frankie M.
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Outstanding Songwriter Award Frank Musumici, performing as Frankie M. for nearly 40 years, is a native son of Hoboken, N.J., explaining why Frank Sinatra has always been this crooner’s biggest musical influence. Frankie has taken center stage in clubs from Manhattan to Atlantic City, and now Las Vegas. Whether it’s Sinatra’s “Day in, Day Out,” Anthony Newley’s “If I Ruled the World” or his original “Shimmering White Satin (Black Tuxedo)” co-write with L.A.’s Charlie Ecker, Frankie M. is all about preserving the legacy of “swing.”
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Charlie Ecker
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Outstanding Songwriter Award Charlie Ecker first refined his songwriting skills under the mentoring of Michael Jackson’s songwriting coach, Sam Brown, resulting in a long string of “gold standard” songs including the inspirational “My Dear Lord,” which earned him a “Best Christian Song” honor at the L.A. Music Awards. Only three years later, he was named “Career Country Songwriter” spanning the 25-year history of L.A.M.A. Ecker’s “Shimmering White Satin (Black Tuxedo)” collaboration with Frankie M. melds his songwriting acumen, in this case as a lyricist, into a tribute to the “Golden Age of Pop.”
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Lily Lisa
Documentary Film of the Year Known to her friends as “Lucky”, Lily Lisa is an actress, model, producer and philanthropist. Her acting and modeling career began in Hong Kong, where she was featured in local films and also won the “Most Elegant Model” award. She later moved to Hollywood to further pursue her career in the United States. As a philanthropist and social activist, Lily is passionate about giving back to her community and helping those less fortunate. Her efforts have earned her multiple honors and awards. She is also the executive producer of an award-winning docu-series that aims to draw attention to the growing homeless population in Los Angeles. To Lily, her greatest joy in life is to help the less fortunate and to give a voice to communities that need it the most.
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Captain Jack
Lifetime Achievement Country Music Radio Growing up in the early 50’s in an orphanage with no parents or siblings, John learned early that you had to speak up in order to BE HEARD. He spoke up for those smallest and saddest, who did not have a voice. He became their big brother of sorts. After a stint in the US Navy, he found himself at a radio station in Cincinnati, Ohio. Finding his passion he also found his future & a way to help those artists and musicians who wanted to BE HEARD. After a few years he traveled to the #1 radio market in the world NYC. He spent the next 35 yrs bringing new music to listeners, propping up legends that had been to soon forgotten & instituting radio formats that took stations from #20 in the ratings to #2, seeming overnight, just by playing the music listeners wanted to hear! He created events, concerts & groups that brought fans together to share the joy of music. His devotion was to the artists and their fans and the millions of lives he impacted everyday on THE AIR. In 2011 he made the move to Nashville, Tenn to again forge forward into the new world of Internet radio & opened Renegade Radio Nashville. Within a short 6 months the station was given the honor of becoming the first and only Internet station in history to be given the coveted status of :Reporting Station as a panel member on the Music Row Panel responsible for determining the all important chart trends in Country Music. Backed by the Labels, artists & fans, Captain Jack has spent his life helping people BE HEARD. Today his 3 radio stations are accessible to the public through the email address
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Tony Smith
Community Service Award: Outstanding Street Performer Captivating and mesmerizing is the way to describe Tony Smith’s brilliance on the guitar. Born on the outskirts of Philadelphia into the bosom of a musically talented family, Tony’s desire to play the guitar was ignited while watching his father play in the church they attended. His father’s tutelage, Tony’s love of music and his immense desire allowed Tony to develop his own unique style of playing, becoming one of the most innovative bassists in the world today. Tony’s phenomenal abilities amazingly transport you to the musical world of his enormous talent and versatility.
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Antonella Commatteo

Fashion and Philanthropy Award “Fashion that lets you be who you want to be.” Refusing to conform to the norm of ‘what’s trending’ Commatteo collections are inspired by her life’s journey. Each collection comes with a story that stirs the imagination, inviting one to take that voyage into the unknown and back out with her. She sees fashion as a form of identifying or a stylised form of outer expression of oneself, believing everyone should have the ability to express their true selves through what they wear and how they wear it. Winning Men’s Designer of the Year, Social Media winner, and California’s Designer of the Year, Commatteo designs have since been seen in film, music videos, and television and on the runways at the New York, San Diego and Las Vegas Fashion Show weeks. Most recently, several of her pieces were worn at the opening and closing ceremony during musical performances at both the NYFW and LAFW. In addition, some of her latest pieces were worn during the powerful opening speech at the United Nations supporting anti-bullying. As an avid supporter of anti-bullying, Commatteo was inspired to launch a children’s line and was awarded by the State of California in 2017 the lifelong service award for her participation to end all forms of bullying.


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Roxanne Stone

Special Achievement in Business Design Roxanne Stone is the Co-Founder, Co-Inventor and CEO of My Ditty DogTagz, a wearable technology company. Her innovative and one of a kind product has been promoted at the American Music Awards Gifting Suite, Hollywood Stars and the NBA All Star Celebrity Game. She’s had several radio interviews across the nation with her proudest interview being on iHeart Radio. Her music management career with Roxy Music Management has put her on the same stages with Lucinda Williams, Bonnie Raitt, Midnight Red, Dave Koz, A.J. Croce and Ambrosia. As a Business Manager & Music Executive she’s appeared on the “XFactor” and TLC’s “My Big Fat American Gypsy Wedding”. She started her companies with the idea that she and her partners could help others in need. My Ditty DogTagz, LLC donates 5% of yearly gross profits directly to families of Wounded Veterans. They are also proud sponsors of the Rock Against Trafficking Campaign and will donate $15 towards every necklace sold to the charity. Their electronic jewelry necklaces play music or verbal messages. They’re perfect for Music Artists, TV/Film, Sport Teams, Bible Verses, Affirmations, Military, Corporate Events, Loved Ones, and so much more… My Ditty DogTagz “Feel the Vibe”!
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Ann Hamilton Wallace
Outstanding Achievement in Literature and Music
In the 1970’s, as a youngster, Ann was privileged to have access to the recording industry. At that time, she was married to Dan Hamilton of Hamilton, Joe Frank and Reynolds. Together they would have several hit records such as “Fallin in Love”, “Winners and Losers”, “Love is”. After Dan’s untimely death, this young songwriter became silent for ten years. After that time Ann reached out to others in the music community and began writing a prolific catalog of songs including contemporary christian, country, pop as well as R&B. In 2009 Drake had a hit record called “The best I’ve ever had”.
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Aubree-Anna
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Music Video of the Year: “Pretty”
Aubree-Anna is a Country Pop Singer/Songwriter who lives in Dallas, TX. Every week, her fans enjoy her music every Friday at WinStar World Casino & Resort (the world’s largest casino) and every Saturday, at The Warwick Melrose Hotel in Dallas – A Dallas Historical. Aubree-Anna has performed at The Big State Fair of Texas for 5 years in row on the main Chevrolet Stage. She also performed for 3 consecutive years at The Big D Opry, a spin off from the Grand Ole Opry, held at one of the largest Honky Tonks in Texas – Gilley’s Dallas, gracing the stage with stars such as Nashville’s multi-platinum, Grammy-winning Bryan White. This Singer, Songwriter & Entertainer has won a loyal following in recent years in the DFW area. Voted Best Singer in Dallas by D Magazine where she was the front cover model & feature. Aubree-Anna was also celebrated as Dallas’s 10 Most Beautiful Women in Dallas by D Magazine. Aubree-Anna was also the recipient at the 2016 Producer’s Choice Awards at the LA Music Awards Nov 9, 2016 in Hollywood, CA. of her own Hollywood F.A.M.E. Star Plaque Award. Aubree-Anna.com
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Stephen Stubbs
Community Service Award: Police Accountability Stephen Stubbs is a Las Vegas attorney, 4th generation southern Nevadan, and a fierce defender of civil rights, that dedicates his career and life to justice. In 2016, Stephen spent well over 2,000 hours representing clients pro bono (completely free of charge). In 2017, Stephen put in another 2,000+ pro bono hour year, and he is on track to complete the same in 2018. He concentrates on defending innocent clients that are wrongfully oppressed by police officers that violate their oath to support and defend the Constitution. Stephen Stubbs is a devout Christian that holds the firm belief that, if you see people as Christ sees them, love people as Christ loves them, and serve people as Christ would serve them, miracles happen.
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Dan Crenshaw
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AJ Johnson
Community Service Award: Musical Outreach Anthony James was born and raised in Mobile, Alabama. Being the son of a preacher man, church was mandatory. This is where his musical career began.
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David Longoria
Community Service Award: International Media Service
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Leisha Fenton
Career Achievement Rock Photography After many years as a successful portrait photographer Leisha started photographing friends that performed on stage in several bands in the Las Vegas and Los Angeles area. She caught the “bug” and almost exclusively concentrates on photographing rock bands for IRoxxAmerican.com. She loves the challenges that come with photographing live performers and lighting within different venues and has traveled over the United States to capture some or Rock and Roll’s legendary performers. She has a passion for capturing performers “in their element.” Leisha is retired from Law Enforcement and is the President of the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 679, Richard M. Nixon in Yorba Linda, California and is a member of the executive board of the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit Adoption Committee which supports active duty military and their families. Leisha also volunteers her time supporting veterans at the VA hospital and numerous stand downs in California and Las Vegas. Leisha is the executive officer with MusiciansForVets.com which raises money for homeless veterans.
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Marko Rybka
International Music Promoter of the Year Freelance Music Producent from Prague / Europe, traveling often to United States. In his focus was untill the year 2017 the biggest festivals in the World, cooperating and working with many artists worldvide such as Mitch Malloy, The Sweet band UK, Thomas Anders from Modern Talking or Alex Marley from Jamaica. Sharing artists between US and Europe. Actualy booking agent of Neil Turbin, original vocalist of Anthrax and since year 2017 also a bass guitar player and a co-lead vocalist in Santa 40 band. In year 2016 inducted by Al Bowman to Rock Godz Hall of FAME Las Vegas and did get Hollywood FAME Awards in Los Angeles.
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Peter Paul Pacut
International Male Vocalist of the Year Very Famous Tribute to Freddie Mercury in Europe. His show has been seen in 27 european countries. Overseas he was singing in Montreal in Canada and Chicago, Las Vegas and Los Angeles. In year 1997 he was awarded in Germany as a best european tribute to Queen Band. He was singing for 50 thousand people in Holland, opening “Days of Nice“ in France, for Her Majesty British Queen, or F1 World Champion David Coulthard. He is a very good guitar player and pianist.
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