Regina Belle

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“I’m amazingly blessed. I will never ever say that I’ve lived the perfect life to be shown such favor with God or the people, but here I am,” declares the incomparable Regina Belle. The Academy Award-winning and Multi Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and actress, with a string of hits including “Make It Like It Was,” “If I Could,” “Baby Come To Me,” and “This Is Love,” Regina Belle has made a career following her heart and moving gracefully between the worlds of R&B, Gospel, and Jazz.

She is an entertainer of immeasurable musical talent. This New Jersey native has earned distinction as an international treasure. Her luminous vocals on the Peabo Bryson duet, “A Whole New World” (Grammy’s Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group in 1994) solidified her place as music royalty.

Belle’s vocal abilities were demonstrated at a young age, with her first solo at the age of 8, at Friendship Baptist Church in New Jersey, pastored by her uncle, the late Dr. Fred M. Belle, Jr. The entertainer’s natural gifts were further polished at Dwight Morrow High School and the Manhattan School of Music for Preparatory College, where she studied classical voice training with Inga Wolfe. Although having received a full scholarship to attend Manhattan School of Music, she opted to aim her sights on the elite Rutgers University to study both Africana Studies and Music.

In 1985, Belle left Rutgers University her senior year, just 15 credits shy of completing her degree, to go on the road with the Grammy Award, World Renown Group, THE MANHATTANS. She remained with them for two years before being springboarded into her own career.

Thirty years after leaving Rutgers and 10 albums later, Belle started taking online courses, which earned her a Bachelor’s Degree in Africana Studies and a Minor in Music. Belle walked the stage with her ‘new class’ from Rutgers in May of 2015. She states, “This achievement of finishing my degree which I started almost 30 years ago and finally being done was a bittersweet moment and rates as high as my Grammy Awards.”

Her life is a constant, eventful journey purposeful but not without misfortune. After releasing her first Gospel album in 2008, “Love Forever Shines,” with the hit single “God Is Good,” she was diagnosed with a brain tumor. This devastating news came at the height of her gospel career. After two surgeries and 10 months of rehabilitation, Belle found herself back at the top of her game, ready to take on the world.

Belle’s life experiences and health challenges have made her a champion in the area of caregiving, affording her opportunities to wear different hats. Additionally, she cared for her father and brother all at one time until their passing, and she continues to be a caretaker for her mother. She was honored to have represented AARP as an Ambassador for Caregivers. Belle has enjoyed career success for which many entertainers can only pray.

She can also give thanks for a blessed personal life. She has been married to former NBA player John Battle since 1991. The couple has raised five children and is blessed to have four grandchildren. Bishop John Battle serves as Senior Pastor and Belle, working alongside him as an ordained minister, First Servant, and Minister of Music of their two churches: New Shield of Faith Worship Center in Atlanta, Georgia, and Spread the Word Ministries in College Park, Georgia.

Her latest release, “My Colorful Christmas,” features timeless holiday classics, from the definitive “Silent Night” and “The First Noel” to the spiritual hymns “O Come All Ye Faithful” and “Hark the Herald.” But what Belle does is sprinkle her signature magic and personal touch on each track, which adds an unforgettable emotional depth guaranteed to warm the soul.

In addition to her music career, Regina Belle graduated in the top 5 of her class with a Master of Divinity (MDIV) at the Interdenominational Theological Center (ITC) in May of 2024. She has starred in several movies including “Deadly Sexy,” “The Brewster Project,” “The Walk,” and the Kirk Franklin movie “A Gospel Christmas.” Regina also celebrated 37 years in the music industry on Mother’s Day weekend of 2024.

Regina Belle was recently inducted into the National Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame in Cleveland, OH-an honor that recognizes her indelible impact on music and culture. This monumental achievement is a testament to her incredible talent, dedication, and lasting legacy.

Regina’s goal is simple: “If I cannot identify with the songs, and if the music does not move my soul, make me feel better, take me up when I’m down or higher when I’m up, then I don’t want to record it, play it, or sing it!”

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Country Music Trailblazer Ty Herndon Signs Exclusively With Universal Attractions Agency

 

Country music trailblazer and philanthropist Ty Herndon has signed exclusively with Universal Attractions Agency (UAA). Gabe Israel will act as responsible agent. UAA will spearhead Herndon’s global representation across all major entertainment verticals, including live touring, film, television, theatrical Broadway productions, and professional speaking engagements.

The blockbuster signing comes during a monumental year for Herndon, who is currently celebrating three decades of commercial and cultural impact in the entertainment industry. The partnership is positioned to strategically leverage Herndon’s multi-media momentum, following the high-profile launch of his acclaimed memoir, “What Mattered Most,” and his recent historic chart success. Herndon recently captured the #1 spot on the iTunes Christian charts with his powerful re-imagining of “Testify to Love,” joining trailblazing artists like Semler and Flamy Grant in bringing diverse, inclusive representation to the top of Christian music spaces.

“Ty Herndon is a rare, generational talent whose voice, story, and artistry transcend the boundaries of a single genre,” said UAA agent Gabe Israel. “From filling music venues to moving audiences with his deeply personal story of resilience, Ty’s potential across touring, television, film, and Broadway is limitless. We are thrilled to welcome him to the UAA family and to build an expansive new chapter for an artist who has already given so much to country music and American culture.”

For thirty years, Herndon has been a defining voice in country music, boasting major multi-platinum success, radio hits, and a legacy of authenticity. With UAA’s robust infrastructure, the next phase of his career will focus on bringing his cinematic life story and dynamic stage presence to new mediums. In addition to a packed touring schedule, the agency will actively develop scripted and unscripted television and film projects, pursue theatrical roles on Broadway, and expand Herndon’s footprint as a highly sought-after keynote speaker on mental health, addiction recovery, and LGBTQ+ advocacy.

“I am incredibly excited to partner with the visionary team at Universal Attractions Agency,” said Herndon. “As I look back on 30 years in this business, I feel more energized than ever to create, perform, and share my story. Whether it’s on a concert stage, a theater marquee, or a television screen, this partnership is about breaking new ground and connecting with people in ways that impact hearts and minds.”

About Ty Herndon

Ty Herndon is a master high-energy performer and a household name to millions of country music fans. Over his three-decade career, he has achieved top-charting radio success, sold millions of albums, and received multiple industry accolades. A pioneer for LGBTQ+ representation in country music, Herndon continues to use his platform to foster inclusivity, most recently through the release of his memoir What Mattered Most and his chart-topping return to the airwaves.

Jamie French

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Jaime French, a true original has forged her own road. For the past decade, the dynamic comedian/YouTuber has left an indelible mark on the digital landscape with her unique blend of humor, wit, intellect and creativity and now she’s set to conquer another horizon with the release of her debut EP, The Ripple Effect (March 24), with its palpitating lead single, “The Hunter” entering the digital world.

Born in St. Louis, French’s passion for creation ignited at a young age when she received a video camera for her 12th birthday. From that moment, she embarked on a journey of storytelling and self-expression through a lens.

Initially focusing on makeup and beauty tutorials, she soon discovered her comedic talents and transitioned to creating content that showcased her irreverent humor, searing commentary and fresh inventive editing, a purely modern way of storytelling.

With an army of 5 million faithful across Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, where she boasts a million subscribers, French catapulted to fame with her renowned series, ‘If Beauty Gurus Existed in…,’ offering hilarious parodies of modern influencers throughout history, from the 1700s to 1999, before becoming a celebrated podcaster/pop culture analyst with her no-holds-barred movie reviews, green-screen sketches, parody songs (Ariana Grande’s “breathin” from her Sweetener album, roaringly became “Cleanin”) and clever comedic interludes. At the core of every endeavor is her innate ability to elevate her content while maintaining a relatable and authentic presence.

Her journey from tutorials to comedic sketches to live shows and now making music reflects her determination to pursue her passions and connect with audiences. It started in 4th grade as a standout singer selected to be in her school’s esteemed Starburst choir. From there, she starred in every production she could while also soaking up the sounds of her youth, in the songs and anthems of Heart, Celine Dion, Toni Braxton, Jewel, Alanis Morissette, and later Evanescence, and Tori Kelly, as a way to see a path forward with music as a source.

In making this a reality, French felt it would be vital for a new setting with a scene more connected to the industry so she moved from Missouri to Nashville last summer to begin anew while working on the material for her debut.

Co-produced by 4-time Academy of Country Music “Guitar Player of the Year” Tom Bukovac (Ann Wilson, Gwen Stefani, Faith Hill, Vince Gill) at The Smoakstack, the songs are extremely personal but presented in a way that anyone can relate to. In her words, the EP is: very dark, very raw, very real, but I hope it speaks to everyone.”

As experience on the swirling, emphatic title track, Jaime’s ripping out the stitches, peeling away the layers, removing the bandages, truly diving into the nitty gritty, telling her story for the first time, sharing the ways in which her family and loved ones affected her, positively, and negatively, as much of life’s experiences and consequences are ripple effects of someone else’s choices, sometimes from generations ago, perpetually handed down with DNA as the family sentence.

As she sings, “A choice like a stone cast in a stream, ripples spread the distances unseen. Standing the wake of a single mistake and I feel it,” French bears the karmic weight of lifetimes, multiplied, but is giving herself and her listeners a lifeline as each person can exercise freedom of speech, of expression, of regeneration, extinguishing patterns and moving on.

Ripe to be a rhythmic crossover hit that will appeal to fans of Adele, Florence Welch and Kelly Clarkson is lead single, “The Hunter,” an urgent modern pop song that explores the depths of chronic insomnia. As she learned from therapy, very often, sleeplessness can be traced back to childhood trauma, even if it’s not in the conscious mind, your nervous system can remember. A self-perpetuating loop, one’s anxiety creates the inquisition, “Why is my own mind against me, why is it hunting me?”

Knowing this feeling all too well, French decided to flip the script on “The Hunter.” For the official video, she collaborated with Avenir Media and director Tito Guzman (Hillsong Young & Free, Alexander Pappas) to bring to life the fleeting/fleecing elements of the mind. In the exquisitely sculpted action, French does double duty, portraying the heroine and the villain, as she embodies an omnipresent dark-hooded figure chasing her authentic ethereal self with the figures multiplying throughout representing every bad thought, a ripple effect of the cycle of the mind, of generational trauma. In the end, she not only survives, she thrives.

The sweeping/soaring “Ties of Blood” takes it one step further, that of cutting ties with a toxic family member. Partially inspired by the Journey song, “Mother Father,” and its “ties of blood” lyric, the slow-burning ballad reflects on the idea of being tied to someone by blood but choosing to break free from the poisonous limbs of a family tree. Deeply seeded, it’s never easy.

The Ripple Effect‘s redemptive arc shines through on “Carry Me,” a song about finding support and strength in learning to heal as everyone, from time to time, needs to be carried, if only until they can get back on their own feet. The song is inspired by the love and support of her husband Nick over the last 15 years. Carry Me echoes the poem, “Footprints,” which, in essence, is about someone getting to heaven and asking God, “Why was there only one set of footprints, where were you when I needed you most?” “I was with you all along, because I was carrying you,” is the spiritual lesson learned, one that speaks to love, be it from religion, spiritual affirmations, faith or human connection.

With that ethos, French wants to cast a ripple effect of footprints to encourage and inspire those that need it most, to build a global community, virtually, but also in person. To this path, she’s on the road this year to continue her successful run of sold out shows, bringing comedy, music, levity and a sense of serenity from consumption as a commodity.

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Slum Village

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Emerging from the dynamic streets of Conant Gardens in Detroit, Slum Village is not just a music group, but a close-knit brotherhood tied together by friendship and their shared musical passions. Established in the early 1990s by T3, Baatin, and the iconic J Dilla (also known as Jay Dee), the group quickly became a cornerstone in Detroit’s hip-hop scene.

JDilla’s, enduring influence continued to shape the group, with his protégé and Grammy-nominated producer Young RJ stepping in as a rapper in 2009. With T3 and Young RJ’s stewardship, Slum Village has continued to innovate, producing revered albums such as “Trinity” with the standout track “Tainted,” and “Detroit Deli,” featuring the popular single “Selfish” with Kanye West and John Legend.

T3 and Young RJ have been instrumental in preserving and expanding the group’s legacy, leading to later albums like “Villa Manifesto” and”YES,” which includes posthumous productions by Dilla. Today, Slum Village remains a celebrated name in the world of Detroit hip-hop. With over a decade of collaboration, T3 and Young RJ stay true to the group’s founding ethos while introducing new vitality and a contagious zest.

Their recent works, including singles “Request,”“Factor,” “So “Superb,” and the acclaimed album“F.U.N.” featuring artists like Cordae, Larry June, Elijah Fox, and Eric Roberson, highlight their continued commitment to breaking new ground and thrilling audiences globally. Explore their musical journey and experience the sounds that have established them as hip-hop royalty.

 

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Solene

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Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Solene (a.k.a. Solene Velvet) is the pioneering voice of the cyber jazz movement—a genre-bending fusion of smoky jazz vocals, nostalgia-infused lofi beats, and cyberpunk noir aesthetics. Originally trained as a traditional jazz vocalist and deeply influenced by Portishead, Ella Fitzgerald, and Erykah Badu, her glamorous, retro-futuristic sound is tailor-made for an upscale, neon-lit jazz club.

She first commanded underground attention with “Downer Vibe,” a jazz-hop collaboration with Japanese producer Minthaze. The track caught the ear of Griselda’s Grammy-winning producer Conductor Williams, sparking an ongoing creative partnership that birthed their acclaimed collaborative EP, Book of Shadows. Her definitive breakthrough arrived with her 2024 album, Chase the Stars. Amassing over 7 million streams, the project earned her a dedicated cult following and the fan-bestowed moniker, “The Mother of Cyber Jazz.”

Her specific niche—singing timeless jazz vocals with the lyrical prowess of a highly skilled emcee—has made her a favorite among hip-hop purists. This unique talent has led to collaborations with hip hop heavyweights like Paul Wall, AZ, Jeru the Damaja, and Statik Selektah. After touring extensively with hip-hop legend Talib Kweli, Solene teamed up with J. Rawls—a foundational jazz-hop architect known for his production work with Black Star and The Liquid Crystal Project—to release their collaborative album, Midnight Angel. As her global audience rapidly expands, Solene continues to redefine jazz for a digital, genreless future. 

She is currently preparing for her highly anticipated solo album, Femme Fatale, dropping on May 22, 2026. The project fuses a heavy lofi boom-bap knock with rich live saxophone, grand piano, and a sleek electronica edge.

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Stephen Kellogg

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A Stephen Kellogg performance is like watching Ted Lasso live. Whether he’s playing music or doing stand-up, his shows leave people inspired and restored. For more than two decades,this wordsmith, TEDx speaker, stand-up comic, author and troubadour has delighted audiences around the world. Planet Bluegrass calls him “a first-class songwriter with a poet’sgift for fresh imagery,” and Counting Crows frontman Adam Duritz says of Kellogg, “there are few people in rock n’ roll who are just so great.” He has received the Armed Forces Entertainer of the Year award and has won a Grammy for songwriting. Rolling Stone magazine describes his sound as “John Prine fronting the Heartbreakers.” The recent “SitDown &Stand Up” Tour was a one-man show that opened to rave reviews from fans and critics alike, culminating in a two-night filming for a forthcoming one-hour comedy special. A mix of music, humor and storytelling, each performance paints a unique canvas that covers the full spectrum of human emotions. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, and you’ll go home with a full heart.

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Universal Attractions Agency Continues Expansion of Rock & Pop Division With Addition of Agent Brian Swanson

Universal Attractions Agency (UAA) has announced the addition of longtime agent Brian Swanson, who will join the agency’s rock & pop division. Brian, who is based out of Monterey, California, becomes the second agent to join UAA in the past month.

Brian Swanson will bring his client roster to UAA, including Smash Mouth, Mike Skill of The Romantics, Mike Dawes, Mariachi Continental de San Diego, and comedian Eddie B. More roster additions will be announced soon.

The announcement of Brian Swanson comes on the heels of longtime Red Hot Chili Peppers agent Trip Brown, who joined UAA last month. Together, the two agents bring a combined total of roughly 20 acts to UAA’s expanding rock & pop division.

Speaking on the addition of Brian Swanson, UAA general manager Nick Martucci said: “Brian is exactly the kind of agent who makes this business better, someone who’s built his career on organic growth, mentorship, and genuine relationships with his artists. His hard work, generosity, and tenacity are a perfect match for the culture we’ve built at UAA, and we’re thrilled to have him join our growing team in UAA’s rock and pop division.”

Brian Swanson joins Universal Attractions Agency after a tenure as a senior agent at Paquin Artists Agency. In a career spanning over 30 years in the music industry, Swanson has also worked at Northstar Artists, Madison House, and Paradigm Talent Agency, as well as on the label side at EMI and Capitol. A Minnesota native, Brian Swanson, a self-described “lifelonger” of the music industry, was also the first talent buyer for Prince’s club, Glam Slam North, which opened in 1989.

Mr Saturday Night Special

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When it comes to Southern rock royalty, no name carries more weight than Lynyrd Skynyrd—and when it comes to honoring that legacy with fire, swagger, and authenticity, no tribute does it bigger or better than Mr Saturday Night Special.

Named after one of Skynyrd’s hardest-hitting anthems, Mr Saturday Night Special isn’t just a tribute band—it’s a full-throttle Southern rock revival. This powerhouse tribute delivers the thunder, the soul, and the unmistakable twin-guitar attack that made Skynyrd a global phenomenon.

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The Legacy They Honor: Lynyrd Skynyrd

Few bands in rock history have achieved the cultural impact and commercial success of Lynyrd Skynyrd.

 

Top Charting Songs & Billboard Positions

• “Sweet Home Alabama”– Peaked at #8 on the Billboard Hot 100

• “What’s Your Name”– Peaked at #13

• “That Smell”– Peaked at #95

• “Saturday Night Special”– Rock radio staple and fan favorite

• “Free Bird”– Iconic anthem; widely regarded as one of the greatest rock songs of all time

• “Gimme Three Steps” – Signature live favorite

 

Album Success

• Pronounced ‘Lĕh-‘nérd ‘Skin-‘nérd – Multi-platinum

• Second Helping – Multi-platinum

• Street Survivors – 5×Platinum

• One More from the Road – 2× Platinum live album

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Across their career, Lynyrd Skynyrd has sold over 28 million records in the United States and more than 60 million worldwide.

 

Awards & Accolades

• Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (2006)

• “Free Bird” and “Sweet Home Alabama” consistently ranked among the greatest rock songs of all time by major music publications

• Multiple platinum and multi-platinum certifications

• Recognized as pioneers and defining architects of the Southern Rock genre

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Enter: Mr Saturday Night Special

Mr Saturday Night Special captures the explosive energy of Skynyrd’s golden era. From the unmistakable opening riff of “Sweet Home Alabama” to the extended, emotionally charged guitar solo of “Free Bird,” every show is a celebration of American rock heritage.

 

The band faithfully recreates:

• The legendary dueling-guitar harmonies

• The gritty Southern vocals

• The high-octane live experience

• The raw, unfiltered power of 1970s arena rock

Audiences don’t just attend a show—they relive a moment in rock history.

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Front and Center: Brodie Stewart

Leading the charge is the electrifying Brodie Stewart, whose commanding stage presence and unmistakable Southern grit anchor the band’s sound. Brodie, who has shared the stage several times with the great Lynyrd Skynyrd, doesn’t just sing these songs—he channels them.

With a voice that carries the soulful intensity, edge, and authenticity reminiscent of Ronnie VanZant’s legendary delivery, Brodie delivers every lyric with conviction and power. His ability to connect with audiences—whether in intimate venues or large outdoor festivals—creates an atmosphere that feels both nostalgic and thrillingly alive.

 

Known for:

• A powerhouse vocal range

• Dynamic stage command and consummate professional having performed with several multi-platinum artists throughout the past two decades

• Emotional delivery that honors the originals

• Professionalism and dedication to authenticity

 

Brodie Stewart and Mr Saturday Night Special bring the spirit of Southern rock roaring back to life—night after night.

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The Experience

Mr Saturday Night Special doesn’t simply perform Lynyrd Skynyrd’s music—they embody it.

From the swagger of “Gimme Three Steps” to the thunder of “Saturday Night Special” and the epic crescendo of “Free Bird,” this band delivers a concert experience that is:

• Electrifying

• Authentic

• Musically precise

• Crowd-igniting

For die-hard Skynyrd fans and new generations discovering the music for the first time, Mr Saturday Night Special provides a front-row ticket to one of the greatest catalogs in rock history.

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Brodie Stewart

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From the backroads of Northern California to stages across America, Brodie Stewart has built a reputation as one of country music’s most electrifying live performers. Raised on country music, rodeos, and Southern rock, Brodie delivers every show with the kind of energy that turnsfirst-time listeners into lifelong fans.

Before launching his country career, Brodie fronted a Southern rock band that toured nationally, opened sold-out arena shows, and earned a Billboard-charting record. As a songwriter and producer, he’s also worked behind the scenes, writing and producing music for major-label artists before bringing his full focus back to the genre that’s always been home—country music.

Today, Brodie is taking his high-octane show to audiences nationwide, sharing the stage with some of country music’s biggest names, including Lynyrd Skynyrd, Darius Rucker, Lady A, Cole Swindell, Brett Eldredge, John Pardi, Dustin Lynch, Kacey Musgraves, Lee Brice, Josh Turner, Frankie Ballard, Parmalee, Joe Nichols, Easton Corbin, Big & Rich, Christian Kane, and many more.

Backed by a powerhouse band, Brodie’s concerts are packed with soaring guitars, sing-at-the-top-of-your-lungs choruses, crowd interaction, and the kind of authentic country party fans remember long after the lights go down. Whether it’s a county fair, festival, casino, theater, or concert hall, he brings the same passion, grit, and all-in performance every single night.

Rooted in real stories, hard work, and a love for the American spirit, Brodie Stewart is provingthat country music is meant to be felt as much as it’s heard—and if you’ve seen him live, youalready know the show doesn’t end until every fan leaves smiling

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Fred Hammond: Tiny Desk Concert

 

UAA’s Fred Hammond has been a leading architect of modern gospel music, particularly praise and worship, for over 40 years. From his time in groups like Commissioned and United Tenors to leading the choir Radical for Christ and maintaining a long solo career, it’s easy to see why Hammond’s visit to the Tiny Desk is frequently requested and long overdue. Fans for every Hammond era will find moments to sing along here. The recent “Love Never Fails” is designed to charge up your faith. Hammond takes us back to his Commissioned days with the 1986 track “Running Back to You.” His mega-hits “Jesus Be a Fence Around Me” and “No Weapon” are the perfect one-two punch for anyone needing spiritual encouragement against trying times. When we get to the perennial fan-favorite “We’re Blessed” (with a little bit of “Glory to Glory” sprinkled in), Hammond declares: “Tiny knows how to party in the Holy Ghost!” If the audience in the room that day is any indication, you won’t want the show to end either. So just restart the video and keep the praise party going.