2011 YEAR IN REVIEW: K-Rob Live on VISION/VOICE/VARION

                 K-ROB's "Golden Opportunity" for BayFest 2011


(MOBILE, AL.)  What do you get when you stir up soulful ingredients like a "choir boy" in the church, a direct link to a legendary R&B family along with the incredible influences of iconic crooners like Stevie Wonder and Donny Hathaway?  K-Rob, of course!  This rising star appeared Live on "VISION/VOICE/VARION" following his performance with BayFest 2011.  Check him out as he talks about mixing the nuances of today's R&B/Hip Hop with the "old school" flava.

(PREVIOUSLY RECORDED-- K-Rob Live on Vision/Voice/Varion during BayFest 2011)

Photo Courtesy: "E" of Elpwe's Photography

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON K-ROB                  
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http://www.myspace.com/kheights

BayFest 2011--ONE OF VARION'S FAVORITE THINGS!

(MOBILE, Alabama) - 2011 is definitely the year I racked up a lot of miles covering a number of major entertainment events all around the country.  I have to say one of my favorites was right in my own backyard!  BayFest Music Festival continues to be one of the most premiere events of the year.  After checking out the line-up and the impressive images captured by famed celebrity Elpwe Ray, I think you see why!  Here's to a rocking 2012!  Check out one of my favorite things for 2011!

           

"MOBILE'S GOT TALENT TOO" --- RECAP, PART 2

(Mobile, Alabama)--In case you missed it during Bayfest, here's a recap of a video I really need your help in taking viral on YouTube.  Meet Diamond Washington, a 16 year old Baker High School student I really feel has talent.  In addition to signing up to "CONNECT AND FOLLOW" VISION , VOICE , VARION, visit my YOUTUBE account and share this new "singing sensation" with your friends.  

Video Courtesy: El-pwe Ray aka as "E"of Elpwe's Photography

Mobile's Got Talent Too! Introducing Diamond Washington

(Mobile, AL.) BAYFEST 2011 RECAP--A lot of music lovers are still basking in the after-glow of BayFest 2011.  More than 50-thousand fans jammed into downtown Mobile for the annual music festival. Anthony Hamilton, Jill Scott, 3 Doors Down, Ludacris and dozens more entertained the massive crowd for three days on 9 different stages. Some of the activity behind the stage created quite a still as well. Meet Diamond Washington, a 16 year old student from Baker High School in Mobile.

Diamond, her best friend and her mother Tonya Tolbert turned heads as Diamond blew away celebrity photographer El-pwe Ray and Grammy Award winning singer Anthony Hamilton during an impromptu concert that was caught on tape! Click onto the link below to find out why everyone is now saying "Mobile's got talent too."

Diamond & Anthony Hamilton

Diamond and Her Mother Tonya Tolbert

Photographer El-pwe Ray and Diamond 

Diamond Washington and Friend

CLICK HERE TO SEE DIAMOND WASHINGTON SING
*All photos courtesy of Photographer El-pwe Ray also known as "E" of Elpwe's Photography-Memphis, TN.

Up Close with Gospel Artist Brian Courtney Wilson

(Mobile, Alabama) October 9th-His message of "Just Love" resonated with gospel music fans for an unbelievable 60 weeks. His chart-topping debut album in 2009 quickly turned heads and had music fan believing in the "musical genius" of Brian Courtney Wilson.

Find out how you can help this "Stellar Award" winning artist get the nod again. Plus, Brian Courtney Wilson tells Varion Walton in what he calls a leap of faith he is "simply redeemed" when it comes to "humbling" himself and accepting all that God is doing in his life.  Tell a friend; "VISION/VOICE/VARION" is your all "access backstage pass" to some of the biggest names in entertainment.

"Just Love" Brian Courtney Wilson

BayFest 2011--RECAP OF LIVE TICKET GIVE AWAY!

(Mobile, AL.) October 6th--BayFest 2011.  It's the "hottest ticket in town" and 3 lucky "VISION/VOICE/VARION" viewers are joining in on all the fun!  Varion Walton announces the winners of her special "BayFest 2011" weekend ticket give away.  "It pays to WATCH AND WIN!" Tell a friend to FOLLOW www.varionwalton.blogspot.com.

                           Previously Recorded Sat. Oct. 1, 2011-Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Mobile

WINNERS ANNOUNCED IN "VISION, VOICE, VARION" BAYFEST TICKET GIVEAWAY!!

(Downtown Mobile) October 1--It pays to watch "VISION/VOICE/VARION". During a live drawing at The Hampton Inn & Suites Varion Walton announced the winners in this weekend's big drawing.

Cicone Prince, Tiffany McCall and Greg Walter are the winners of (2) free weekend passes BayFest 2011.  Check out their pictures and reaction to winning the "hottest ticket" in town!  (Greg Walter, not pictured!)

Cicone Prince--Mobile, AL.

I am so grateful to have won tickets from Vision, Voice, Varion! My wife and I will make the most of them at Bay Fest 2011 and we Thank Varion Walton for giving us this opportunity!
There will always be people in your life that make an indelible impact, whether a parent, teacher or mentor these individuals ignite passion, creativity and servant hood. Varion Walton is one of those people. Varion provides insight, inspiration and integrity that embodies professionalism in journalism that is impactful and relevant. Her approach to coverage, interviewing and communicating leaves you wanting more. I am grateful to know her and I look for nothing less than stellar reporting from her in the future. I will be tuning into Vision, Voice, Varion for the latest in News, Entertainment and Inspiration.
Thanks.

Cicone Prince

     

Kelvin Wooten-"The Man Behind The Music!"

(Birmingham, Alabama) September 9th--He's the man behind a score of songs you hear on the radio, including the chart busting hit, "So in Love" by Jill Scott and Anthony Hamilton.  Kelvin Wooten, musician, producer and songwriter.  Next week, Varion reveals his well kept secret, plus she will fill you in on his very unique connection to BayFest 2011 in an exclusive interview ONLY ON www.varionwalton.com.

                  

K-Rob's "Golden Opportunity" for BayFest 2011

(Mobile, AL.) September 5th--- EXCLUSIVE STORY ONLY ON VARIONWALTON.COM

"RISING STAR"   K-ROB

VarionWalton.Com is Your Exclusive "Backstage Pass" to "All Things Bayfest".  Be sure to check out all of  the exclusive stories leading up to the kick-off of Alabama's Biggest Festival October 7th, 8th and 9th.  Earlier this year Varion introduced the Gulf Coast to the latest member of The Isley Family 'moving and grooving" the ladies out of their seats with his "golden" voice.  K-Rob, nephew of the great Ron Isley is now taking advantage of a "golden opportunity" as he joins the line-up for BayFest 2011. K-Rob is expected to perform his rendition of Stevie Wonder's "Golden Lady" on the Miller Lite and Wind Creek Casino Stage Saturday October 8th.  To learn more about this "rising star" check out Varion's official website: www.varionwalton.com or www.reverbnation.com/krob.  

Also, visit www.facebook.com/pages/k-rob/57565201724
For more information on bookings, contact Joy Washington, public relations manager at 251-583-5590, or send an e-mail to bgccommunications@gmail.com.

Check out K-Rob's Official Website (click here to listen)

Big Name Acts for BayFest 2011

(Mobile, Alabama) August 27th--  Duran Duran, Jill Scott, Anthony Hamilton, 3 Doors Down, Toby Keith-that's just a few of the big named acts on tap to performed at BayFest 2011. Check out the big announcement that made revealing more than 50 gospel, jazz, rock, pop and R&B acts for "Alabama's Largest Music Festival."