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Must check out my website www.KatieLevent.com You can hear my lates and see my new photos on myspace.com Enjoy watching video clips, photos, upcoming and past performances and new music on Katies website. RISING RECORDING STAR KATIE LEVENT MIXES GREEK AMERICAN HERITAGE WITH HOT NEW SOUND ORLANDO, FL --- Recording artist Katie Levent, is mixing with the likes of Stevie Wonder as she receives the prestigious Heroes and Legends (HAL) Award in Beverly Hills, CA, or she is performing on the main stage at Music Fest Miami, an all-day concert with entertainers like Patti LaBelle and other international recording artists. "I've always had a passion to perform," confirms Katie. "I remember as young as age 3 being in the studio with my grandfather. As he recorded his music I just couldn't sit still. I had to move to the music, often belly dancing in the studio." Her grandfather Spiro Skordilis is a master bouzouki player and gold-recording artist from Greece. He has surrounded Katie with the music of their Greek heritage, something she has initiated into a new sound she calls Mediterranean-flavored Rhythm and Blues with a unique blend of Hip-Hop. In several of her songs from her new independent-label CD "My Eyes Are Watching You," her grandfather plays bouzouki as back up to her vocals, some of which are even sung in Greek. Katie's dance style accompanying her music highlights her belly dancing -something that is sure to shake up the music industry. "Oftentimes, I'll come off stage and young girls stop me and want me to show them how to belly dance. It's exciting to see their enthusiasm for my music and my dance style," Katie adds. "That's why it's important to have a look and style that's wholesome --- one that is a role model for others." Katie's look is trend setting --- pairing stylist jeans adorned with hand-sewn coins on the pockets with a satin and lace custom bustier also adorned with hand-sewn coins --- all creating a flair that oozes her Greek American legacy. Added to this hot style is Katie's rich wavy long dark hair and eyes that are as unforgettable as the cover song "My Eyes Are Watching You" on her CD with the same name. "I'm fortunate to have a grandmother who enjoys sewing rows of coins onto my outfits that I like to design," confirms Katie. "And I especially enjoy the look of MAC cosmetics and the special, clean style their make-up artists have created for me." Katie also enjoys writing her own lyrics. "I like songs that tell a story or remind me of special times in my life --- something that others can identify with or messages that can stay with them," says Katie. And Katie has a story to tell. Tragically, at age 9 Katie suffered traumatic injuries in a car accident when her great-grandmother lost consciousness from an apparent heart attack while driving. This accident almost cost Katie her singing career when her tongue was lacerated; but with diligence and dedicated strength Katie recovered. Now, Katie shares her story during her concerts, stressing to others to follow their dreams and believe in themselves. She is committed to her personal philanthropic "Follow Your Dreams" fundraisers for youth and schools across the nation. "Katie's efforts to support other youth have made her a solid, principled role model and that's why she was recently honored with the Heroes and Legends (HAL) Unsung Hero Award," comments Janie Bradford, founder and CEO of this prestigious award program that also recognized the Supremes this year for their legendary recording efforts. Already, Katie's music has been featured on national television on Lifetime's "The Division." And select FYE stores are already premiering music from her new "My Eyes Are Watching You" CD. Katie's recent appearance at one music store alone set records for most CD sales in just one and a half hours. Antenna Satellite, the national Greek television network, recently featured an interview with Katie that aired to more than one million viewers. Katie is being featured on Promo Only's March Rhythm Radio and April's Urban Radio with her recent release of "Table Dance for 2" featuring recording artist Papa Reu. Radio spins with mix shows in one of the top 12 national media markets in the U.S., distribution of hundreds of ordered vinyl's for club play in Japan alone, as well as the U.S., plus the remix of Katie's "Table Dance for 2" with Papa Reu have added to the momentum of Katie's popularity. But none of this rising stardom has gone to Katie's head. She is a grounded young lady whose passion for singing is well endowed into her life. Just ask her mother. "I remember Katie always dancing and singing since she was very little. We'd have family or friends at our home and Katie would perform for them. This became a constant in our lives, much of which I caught on video tape," says Tammy Levent, co-manager and mother. And as Katie affirms, "For me, it's not about the fame or money, I truly enjoy doing this. All the support that has been given to me, along with all the friends I have made, remind me to always be true to myself, to my music and to my heart.' This is one teen whose "star" is indeed on the rise, even as she stays true to herself and grounded. More information on Katie or to check out samples of her newly released CD "My Eyes Are Watching You," log on to www.katielevent.com Check out the artist's website: http://www.KatieLevent.com Track List: 1. Table Dance for 2 2. I thought 3. So Into You 4. My Eye's Are Watching You 5. Pray for time 6. Nothin' 2 it 7. It's On Tonight 8. Pinch Me 9. Crush on You 10. In your dreams 11. 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