E'mund Duke Mareno
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| Born | 27 November 1975 Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
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| 🌐 Website | redblanketfilms.com |
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E'mund Duke Mareno (November 27, 1975), known professionally as Mr. Bizness a.k.a. D.D.G. is an African American actor, music, entertainment and film producer born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. His entertainment promotions company, Promo Kingz, and entertainment management company LaFamilia Group has produced and co-produced one of the countries largest annual music conferences in Atlanta, GA with Tony Baraka named the Southeast Urban Music Conference "SUMC" a continuation of Jack The Rapper including various open mic, cabaret and poetry events since 1996. Promo Kingz has worked with a number of local and national artists and celebrities such as Woodward Avenue Records [1] national jazz recording artist Deon Yates,[2] Kem, Dwele, Eminem, 8 Mile, Trick Trick, Chico Debarge, Larry Cunningham of The Floaters, and more. Promo Kingz promoted the sell out Kings & Queens of Comedy tours in multiple markets for Walter Latham's, Latham Entertainment company who launched the careers of Bernie Mac, Steve Harvey, and Mo'Nique.[3] The releases, The Original Kings of Comedy, Queens of Comedy, Latham Entertainment Presents, and Martin Lawrence "Run Tel Dat" have grossed more than $200 million worldwide.[4]
Early life[edit]
Duke Mareno was born in Detroit, Michigan, to a musical family in both gospel and secular where he was raised in a single-parent home with his mother, grandmother, uncles and siblings whom lived three houses down from Ms. Rosa Parks. From childhood, he listened to the old school albums of all the motown greats and others that produced feel good music since the late 50's, since his father was a famous disc Jockey from Chicago by the name of Tiger Dan Who moved to Detroit, Michigan. In 1987, Duke, his brothers and friends created a vocal musical group who turned into a rap/hip hop group named the Lost Boyz that was managed by their uncle in partnership with Detroit Pistons NBA Legend John Salley. After several months of a deal not breaking through the group split up and Duke then formed Twisted Myndz with his brother and 3 childhood friends in search of a better life looking to be signed by So So Def that turned into a soft rejection and rip-off when So So Def used original music from Twisted Myndz for the hit song performed by Escape. As high school dropouts at the ages of 17 the group furthered their education by obtaining their GED's, that's when Duke Mareno education journey took off. Guided by his own passion for music, movies, business and entertainment, Duke dropped out of Wayne State University at age 19 to start a promotion and entertainment company and locally produced weekly open mic and poetry shows with hosts such as Knowledge Born, L'Renee and Leaf Erikson.[5][6] Later he went back to school attending University of Michigan College to only cease schooling to pursue his musical career further. Duke then founded the companies Promo Kingz and LaFamilia Group Management with a $15000 savings loan and the support of his mother and grandmother. His first show failed because the Dj he booked failed to show up. Duke did not let this setback deter him. He went on to produce many highly successful open mic and poetry events across the state, then decided to learn the ropes by working with Walter Latham whom fired his entire promotion detail to give this young entrepreneur a chance to make his mark in the entertainment industry.
Career[edit]
In February 2004, Duke Mareno partnered with Tony Baraka the creator of the SUMC Music Conference and took a large convoy of black entertainers and entrepreneurs to Atlanta,[7] Ga to attend the conference that would in time be known as the best and largest music conference in the country. Steadfastly believing in his endeavors and living his dreams, he also worked with National Action Network "N.A.N." with Rev. Horace Sheffield on the Black Gas Campaign, Derrick Coleman and his 44 Ways Label by living in the neighborhood just around the corner from his mother at the time. Over the years of developing his talent and writing songs in the studio working with talented celebrity producers and individuals such as Rj Rice, Art Forest, O.C. and MacMan. Duke later became a member of the Grammy Team and assist artists and labels with copyrights, trademarks, promotions, tours and structuring their business to obtain their tax id number. Duke decided to expand on the clients experience by starting Red Blanket Films,[8] Threadz Custom Teez and Emprez Models, who is in full gear to provide clients with the ultimate experience and a one stop shop offering. Numerous awards and letters of recommendations have been obtained from multiple partnerships and prestigious clients. To expand on the skills and experience of Duke Mareno he has worked with his Uncle Deon Yates as Tour Manager and on numerous Film and TV production projects including being part of Family Circle Productions Entertainment company and reviewing 3 of his 4 Jazz CD projects that is currently in the Top 50 of the Smooth Jazz and Billboard Charts.[9][10] Since 2004 under the LaFamilia Group "LFG Management" Duke Mareno represents a number of unique artists including DMP "Dirty Macin Productions," Kadejah Carswell, Big Buji, L's, K-Nine, Frizzle, Pizzle, Twisted Myndz, Lucifizx, Willafizx, Mr. Big Faces, Spokane aka Raven, Monster and Young Starrs. L's Wita L shoot a video with Anna Stevenson - "Live My Life" on YouTube.[11]
Filmography[edit]
Film Promotions & Casting[edit]
| Year | Film | Featured Entertainers / Actors | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Stardust | Amanda Donohoe | E'mund Duke Mareno was casted in this 1998 PG film shot in parts of Detroit.. |
| 2000 | The Original Kings of Comedy | Steve Harvey, Bernie Mac, Cedric The Entertainer, D.L. Hughley | Film grossed over $37 million during its run at the box office. It is the 2nd highest grossing comedy stand-up film of all time.[12] Nominated for NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Motion Picture; Soundtrack nominated for a Grammy for the Best Spoken Comedy Album in 2000 |
| 2001 | Runteldat | Martin Lawrence | Tour grossed more than $7M opening weekend and is the 4th highest grossing stand-up film in history.[13] |
| 2002 | 8 Mile | Eminem | E'mund Duke Mareno was casted in this classic hip hop film shot in Detroit |
Concerts, Conferences & Tours Produced / Promoted[edit]
| Year | Artist / Tour Name | Featured Artists | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997-1999 | Kings of Comedy | Steve Harvey, Bernie Mac, Cedric The Entertainer | Tour grossed more than $18 Million in its first year.[14] |
| 2000-2001 | Queens of Comedy | Mo'Nique, Sommore, Adele Givens, Laura Hayes | Street Team |
| 2001 | 44 Ways Entertainment | NBA Star Derrick Coleman started the Label and signed "Born Suspicious" rap group to the roster.[15] | Promotions and Childhood friends |
| 2001 | Runteldat | Martin Lawrence | Street Team |
| 2001 | Ultimate Open Mic Experience | Championship Belt Rap Battle Competition | Creator / Producer |
| 2001-2002 | Detroit Electronic Music Festival | Carl Craig | Promotions and video control unit |
| 2001-2002 | Promo Kingz Open Mic | Open Mic event hosted by L'Renee & Leaf Erikson | Creator / Producer |
| 2001-2002 | Open Mic Poetry | Poetry Slam Hosted by: Knowledge Born and Brian Mareno | Creator / Producer |
| 2002 | Valentine's Day Concert | Kem, Deon Yates and Dwele. | Stage Manager / Street Team |
| 2002 | OnPoint Entertainment[16] | Connect 4,[17] Seth Marcel [18] | Promotions through Billboard Affiliation |
| 2002 | The Billboard-AURN R&B hiphop Conference Awards | Lathun, Tank, and Anthony Hamilton Presented by Heineken, the ceremony was hosted by WBLS New York afternoon host Wendy Williams. Confirmed presenters include Ginuwine, Mr. Cheeks, Jarvis Church, NBA star Jalen Rose, Iconz, Skip Cheatham, and John Monds of American Urban Radio Networks (AURN) at Billboard Live in Miami Beach. Special Guest at Pharrell Williams Birthday party. | Celebrity Promoter |
| 2002 | Big Tymers Hood Rich Tour | Bird Man, Lil Wayne, Mannie Fresh, Turk and Juvenile | VIP Promotions |
| 2002-2003 | Latham Entertainment Presents | The Original Kings of Comedy, The Queens of Comedy and Martin Lawrence "RUN TEL DAT" | Street Team |
| 2002-2014 | SUMC Music Conference[19] | Tony Baraka & E'mund Duke Mareno produced this annual event that was frequented by local and national artists from all over the world. An award recipient was Kandi Burruss in the 2006 Conference event. | Co-Producer, Promoter |
| 2003 | Deite Tour | Key To Paradise, Deite | Promotions / Sponsor |
| 2004 | Detroit Music Festival | R-Kelly, Maze Feat. Frankie Beverly, Teena Marie, Big Boi of Outcast, Twista & Hosted by Kem | Street Team / Promotions |
| 2004-2016 | LFG Management | Dirty Macin Productions, KingdomWide Records, Pastor Buck, Big Buji, Kadejah Carswell aka Top Roc, L's, KNine Killah, Frizzle, Pizzle, MacMan, Twisted Myndz, Lucifzx, Willafizx, Mr. Big Faces, Spokane aka Raven, Monster and Young Starrs. | Artist Management |
| 2005 | Supercross | Travis Pastrana - Stock Car, Rally Car and Motocross rider | Promotions |
| 2006 | The Source Magazine & 105.9 Jamz WDTJ Detroit | Three 6 Mafia | Street Team / Promotions |
| 2006 | Super Bowl XL | Seattle Seahawks, Pittsburg Steelers | Zone Manager |
| 2011-2016 | Family Circle Productions | Deon & Tamara Yates Jazz Concert Productions @ Chene Park Jazz On The River Series with numerous national jazz acts. | Street Team / Advance Team |
| 2013 | Tom Barrow for Mayor (City of Detroit) | Tom Barrow mediate relative of the Great Joe Louis run for Mayor of the City of Detroit | Event Host / Street Teams |
| 2016 | Deon Yates Tour | Woodward Avenue Records & Deon Yates School of Funk Tour | Road Manager |
| 2016 | Do Something Ent. | FlyBoi Peeples, Solo and Shoplift Spitz | Promotion Merchandise |
References[edit]
- ↑ "WOODWARD AVENUE RECORDS". woodwardavenuerecords.com. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
- ↑ "Deon Yates".
- ↑ Latham Entertainment Presents, retrieved 2017-03-06
- ↑ "Latham Entertainment". 2010-02-06. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
- ↑ WhenWeSpeak TV (2014-05-06), L'Renee (Background Vocalist for Kem) and Jermaine Sain, retrieved 2017-03-06
- ↑ Bearwithmeplease (2009-12-09), Leaf Erikson - Work ft. AC Pull and Buried Glory, retrieved 2017-03-06
- ↑ "Southeast Urban Music Conference - SUMC". www.facebook.com. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
- ↑ "Red Blanket Films Official Website". Retrieved 2017-03-06.
- ↑ "FAMILY CIRCLE PRODUCTIONS".
- ↑ "Smooth Jazz Network Radio Stream". Smooth Jazz Network Radio Stream. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
- ↑ Ls wit a L dirtymacn (2015-10-12), L's Wita L X Anna Stevenson - Live My Life (Official Video), retrieved 2017-03-06
- ↑ Harvey, Steve; Hughley, D. L.; Entertainer, Cedric the; Mac, Bernie (2000-08-18), The Original Kings of Comedy, retrieved 2017-03-06
- ↑ "Martin Lawrence Live: Runteldat (2002) - Box Office Mojo". www.boxofficemojo.com. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
- ↑ "The Original Kings of Comedy (2000) - Weekend Box Office Results - Box Office Mojo". www.boxofficemojo.com. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
- ↑ "Born Suspicious | Songs | AllMusic". AllMusic. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
- ↑ "Onpoint Entertainment". Discogs. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
- ↑ "Connekt 4 - We Smooth / How Ya Like 'Em Boyee". Discogs. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
- ↑ "Seth Marcel". Discogs. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
- ↑ "Southeast Urban Music Conference - SUMC". www.facebook.com. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
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