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DEBA THYEN REKORDIN ME VIDIOKLIPIN “LOLLIPOP”

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Deba thyen rekordin e historisë së muzikës shqiptare me videoklipin “Lollipop”/

Nga: Nora Kalaja, Prishtinë/New York/

 Artisti i famshëm Deba (Debatik Dakaj) ka njoftuar se do lançojë videoklipin e tij të shumëpritur “Lollipop” me 1 dhjetor 2012 në të gjithë Shqipërinë, Kosovën dhe Ballkanin, duke përfshirë Bullgarinë, Kroacinë dhe Turqinë. Një shfaqje e veçantë do të mbahet dhe në kinema në Mannheim, Gjermani.

Videoklipi thyen rekordin në shumë aspekte në historinë e muzikës shqiptare. Lollipop është videoklipi më i gjatë në historinë e videoklipeve shqiptare, që ia kalon të gjithë artistëve të tjerë. Videoklipi zgjat gati 8 minuta. Asnjë artist nuk ka tentuar të lançojë një video të tillë si nga aspekti artistik, muzikor dhe si ide.

Koncepti i videoklipit krijuar nga vetë Deba është i paparë. Videoklipi nis me disa minuta të një filmi të shkurtër, më pas vazhdon kënga dhe përfundon me filmin. (http://www.facebook.com/likeDEBA)

“Koncepti i videoklipit është më shumë se një stil unik, valltarë të paparë dhe femra simpatike. Ajo që dua të shfaq me videoklipin tim të parë është që dua të tregoj një histori të veçantë dhe me kuptim. Në çdo aspekt të le mbresa që nga koncepti i krijimit, historia dhe kuptimi i këngës, stili, veshjet, vallzimet dhe ndjenjat që i ngjall shikuesit. Do jetë një surprizë e këndshme për fansat e mi dhe publikun shqiptar,” tha artisti i talentuar Deba.

Ngjarja në fillimin e filmit dhe videoklipit tregon historinë e një djali në shkollën e mesme të cilin e tallin për pamjen që ka, është i ndrojtur dhe nuk ka shumë shokë në shkollë. Gjithçka ndryshon për të kur ai bie në dashuri.

 “Kjo këngë është për ato persona që të tjerët i tallin dhe ngacmojnë dhe nuk e kan pas asnjëherë shansin për t’u bërë dikushi. Mesazhi im është që mos heq dorë, mos ndalo nga qëllimet e jetës sepse me durim arrin majat dhe dëshirat e zemrës,” tregon Deba. (http://www.youtube.com/debaofficial)

Lollipop Intro: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=_5vmDbDX

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Lollipop a Record Breaking Music Video  by Deba in the Balkans 

By  Nora Kalaja, Prishtinë/New York

 The music video ‘Lollipop’ by Deba is set to launch  December 1, 2012 on the most prestigious Balkan TV channels, including Albania, Kosovo, Croatia, Bulgaria and Tureky. The video is shot in Germany and is it said to be the longest music video in Balkan music history. Special screening will take place in cinema in Mannheim, Germany.Lollipop is a record breaking music video of all times in Albanian music history. It is the longest videoclip, over 7-8 minutes. The video is created like a short movie and it has an impressive storyline. (http://www.facebook.com/likeDEBA)

“This is my first music video that will debut all over Europe. It is more than just lollipops, pretty girls, hip style and cool dancing. This video has a touching story, a creative artistic concept and it came out amazing as a whole. My fans are going to love it and it will be the best surprise for them,” said Deba.The story is about anti-bulling. The music video tells the story of a young teen in high school, who is being teased for his looks, doesn’t have any friends, and girls go for the popular guys. Everything changes when he falls in love.Lollipop is not only a music video but it is a short movie. It tells a powerful story. It is about that someone that never got the chance to be someone and is always let down by others. I want to inspire those teens and tell them to never give up, be strong and be who you are. There will always be someone whether we notice it or not that loves and adores you for who you are –  the real you, without having to be someone else or what seems to be ‘cool’ to others. Stay true to yourself and never give up!” said the talented singer Deba. (http://www.youtube.com/debaofficial)Lollipop teaser: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=_5vmDbDXhHk

 

 

Celebrating the Albanian Jubilee Independence Year in New York and around the world

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By Nora Kalaja /

Producer Adem Belliu on November 4, 2012 organized a grand celebration at Maestro’s Restaurant in honor of the 15th anniversary of the Albanian Culture TV and Albania’s 100th independence year. The event opened with both the Albanian and American hymn. Around 500 participants were present, including representatives from the scientific, artistic and political community, namely well known singers such as Gezim Nika, Hajro Ceka, Eagles Up Entertainment (Gem Belushi, Marty Magz and affiliate PhaZe), Alba Band, Muharrem Borova, Cobo Music Studio, Valerie Veneski and Tom Smajlaj of the famous group “Shoqata Kulturore Artistike Kelmendi”, the talented actor Agim Rugova and more. Amongst the well respected figures were the New York favorite Mark Gjonaj, who won the political race in the democratic primary for the 80th Assembly District seat, former congressman Joseph DioGuardi, Bajram Doka from the Albanian American Academy of Science and Arts, Dalip Greca and Danny Blloshmi from Vatra Pan-Federation and the Sun Newspaper. The event was televised by the Albanian and local NY media including TV Alba (Kozeta and Qazim Zylo), RTV 21 (Halil Mula), TV Kultura, etc.

“The100th year of independence has a special significance for the Albanians worldwide. It is great to see Albanians from all parts represented here tonight. It is especially an honor for EU. An event like this by the Albanian Culture TV symbolizes the unifications of all Albanians and I wish them much success wherever they are,”said founder of Eagles Up (EU) Entertainment, Gem Belushi (Producer, Artists, Entrepreneur).

“I am honored and grateful to be part of this historic moment celebrating it with the New York Albanians. I appreciate greatly the Albanian-American partnership and especially America’s contribution and dedication to Albania over the years, starting with U.S. President Woodrow Wilson, strengthened by Bill Clinton and furthered by President Obama’spro-independence effort for Kosovo. As we celebrate Albania’s 100years of independence it is important to stand united in our mission of peace, democracy and prosperity. A free Kosovo is a step closer to a peaceful world,” said Ermira Babamusta, Ph.D., foreign affairs expert and Obama 2012 Campaign community leader/GOTV Director 2008 Obama campaign.

The talented singer PhaZe Rugova, founder of the New World Outlaws debuted ‘Jam Shqiptar’ at this prestigious event. The crowd cheered as PhaZe stood up to the microphone and Avdi Rugova and Korab Sacipi took the stage to perform the number # 1 hit song ‘Jam Shqiptar’. Driton Rugova and Gem Belushi were energizing the crowd showing their support while the girls from the Kelmendi Cultural group joined in the dance. The performance was outstanding; it energized the whole room and left the audience applauding for an encore performance.

“The feeling I got walking up to that microphone could not be described. I was proud and full of motivation after seeing the reaction of the crowd as soon as I started singing ‘Jam Shqiptar’. The song is specially meaningful to me because it reminds me of my Albanian roots and it was an honor to perform on such a great night,” said PhaZe (Arben Rugova).

The Albanians in New York and around the world continue the independence celebration throughout the month of November. Upcoming celebrations include: November 3-9 at the Albanian Film Festival with director Artan Minarolli in Tirana Albania; November 11, 2012 at Lehman College in New York; November 11, 2012 in New York with the Albanian-American Writers Society; November 17 at Alba Life School with director Qazim Zylo in New York and November 24, 2012 in Canada with director Tonin Ndoja.

“The Albanians here in Canada have become part of the elite due their hard work, dedication and talents in all aspects of life. On November 24, 2012 we unite to celebrate the grand 100 years of Albanian’s independence. Through music and appreciation for arts we can honor the Albanian history and express our cultural perspectives as we strive to leave an imprint for the generations to come,” said Tonin Ndoja, director/founder of Albanian-Canadian Events.

“To me the celebration of the 13th Albanian Film Festival as part of the Albanian jubilee independence greater commemoration is a crucial event for the Albanian cinematography. The festival is known for its artistic creativity and attracts Albanians of the artistic community from around the world, opening doors for their careers. Personally, I am extremely happy to be part of this prestigious festival, considered to be the Albanian Oscars. I hope that the near future will maintain close relations with the artistic community and the art lovers in and outside Albania,” said the well-renowned Albanian actor in Germany, Kasem Hoxha.