We rocked the NYC Marathon today!

Peter Archer and Benita Charles at NYC Marathon (49th and 4th) in Brooklyn

Today, Peter Archer, my guitarist and I rocked the crowd and the runners at the NYC Marathon at 49th and 4th in Brooklyn.

I performed a host of original music and favorite covers.  In addition, I was DJ Benita Charles Music, playing a variety of music including House, Disco, Rock and motivational songs for the runners, like Eye of the Tiger, Roar and Chariots of Fire.

I even did an extended version of my new single, Never Ever Give Up for the runners as they flowed down the street. It was unbelievable.

I loved our location, 49th and 4th Ave in Brooklyn. It wasn't over crowded and there was just enough people to keep the crowd motivated and support the runners.

It was so amazing to see the sea of runners filter down the street.  I was also inspired to see the handicapped people participate in the race.  I admire there strength and fortitude.

We had a great event coordinator, Dekker Dai.  He really took care of us and made sure all our needs were taken care of.  He even was kind enough to help me pack up when the show was over.  

Definitely looking forward to an even bigger show next year!!!

Dekker Dai,  Event Coordinator and Benita Charles

NYC Marathon 2018 

https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/never-ever-give-up-single/1353809887

Never Ever Give Up: Producer Jason Thompson discusses the Creative Process

Producer Jason Thompson and Benita Charles on location in New York City

Producer, Jason Thompson discusses his vision and process of the music video, Never Ever Give Up by Benita Charles. He takes you step-by-step through his process and how he was able to integrate his vision with Benita's vision for her video. (filmed on October 20, 2018).

A special thanks to all who contributed to the Never Ever Give Up Project:

Production Team:

Jason Thompson (producer) 
Patrice Carter (stylist) 

Video actors: 

Nijah Miller (Bully)

Erica Norris (Bully victim) 
Yolanda Norris (business owner) 

Song credits:

Jean Wiltz (co-writer) 
Themi (producer)

https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/never-ever-give-up-single/1353809887

Never Ever Give Up featured on Ramsay Unleashed Podcast in Scotland!

International Debut: A special thanks to Fraser Ramsay for playing my song, Never Ever Give Up on his podcast, Ramsay Unleashed in Scotland on October 20, 2018! It was a riveting show with special guest, Tikila Adolph. Please note: mature subject matter discussed. It may not be suitable for children.

https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/never-ever-give-up-single/1353809887

Benita Charles and Producer-Jason Thompson celebrates 1,000+ YouTube Video!

Benita Charles and Producer-Jason Thompson in New York City

Top of the World: On the last Singing Tips Live, we celebrated my first music video, Never Ever Give Up with over 1,000 YouTube views! 

My producer, Jason Thompson discussed the creative process. My stylist, Patrice Carter was kind enough to work the camera! Thanks to all who've made Never Ever Give Up a huge success!

A special thanks to all who contributed to the Never Ever Give Up Project: Jason Thompson (producer), Patrice Carter (stylist); video actors: Nijah Miller (Bully), Erica Norris (Bully victim) and Yolanda Norris (business owner) and the song: Jean Wiltz (co-writer), Themi (producer). 

A very special thanks to all my fans for your support and for sharing the video! You are truly amazing!

https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/never-ever-give-up-single/1353809887

Never Ever Give Up now has 1,000 views on YouTube!

Never Ever Give Up now has 1,000 views on YouTube!

Dear Friends:

Thank you so much for your support of my music video, Never Ever Give Up, now with 1,000 views on YouTube!

I could not have done it with the support of my fans, showing me love and sharing my video with their friends! I am so incredibly grateful. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! You are amazing!!!

Much love,

Benita Charles Music

"Spreading love through music for your inspiration and entertainment!"

http://benitacharles.com

https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/never-ever-give-up-single/1353809887

Never Ever Give Up video now on YouTube!

World Premiere: I'm happy to announce my music video, "Never Ever Give Up" is now available on YouTube. It's a feel-good, inspirational song that will motivate you to keep striving for your dreams and to never ever give up! 

A special thanks to Jean Wiltz (my co-writer), Themi Kyriazis of Metronome Music School (song producer). 

For the video, a special thanks to my Production Team: Jason Thompson (producer), Patrice Carter (stylist) and the video actors: Nijah Miller (Bully), Erica Norris (Bully victim) and Yolanda Norris (business owner).

The song is now available on iTunes, Amazon Music, Google Play, CD Baby and Spotify.  https://benitacharles.hearnow.com/

A special thanks to all my fans for your support!

A Special Thanks for Attending the Video/ Single Release Party on Feb 28th!

A special thanks to all my wonderful fans who attended the Never Ever Give Up Video/Single Release party at the Double Wide Bar & Southern Kitchen in NYC on Feb 28!

It was such a magical evening and so wonderful to share the milestone of the release of my first music video in a room full of my fans, friends and family! I'm so honored and blessed to have that much love in the room!!

Another milestone I was celebrating was the release of my first book! I have a workbook that compliments the single, Never Ever Give Up.  In the workbook, I tell my story and help the reader to discover their talent, give them a blue print to pursue their dreams. It such a great feeling of accomplishment!

The feedback I got from the attendees was all positive. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the event! It was a huge success!!

Thank you to all my fans for your continued support of my music and creative endeavors!

Much love to you all!!

Benita 

http://benitacharles.com

A sneak peak of the video, Never Ever Give Up!