JUDGES Bio's
BHB (Brothers Helping Brothers)
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Music Producer – ---- Hip Hop, R&B, Jazz, etc
Producer of Music, Hip Hop Instructor, Producer of the annual Hip Hop Expo, Youth Advocate, DJ |
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BHB (Brothers Helpin Bruthas), is the name of an organization created by a man dedicated to using various artistic expressions, inspired by the Hip hop culture, to deter youth and young adults from negative actions. Many people who are unfamiliar with the origins of Hip Hop, which is rooted in self expression through MCing, DJing, graffiti writing and B-Boyin/B-Girlin, often view the culture in a negative light. However, those with a passion for the movement, such as BHB, understand the power and reach of Hip Hop, and has used its influence to create positive changes in the community. For over 25 years, BHB has used workshops, Hip hop dance lessons, DJ lessons and an annual Hip Hop Expo, as just a few outlets for people to express themselves and to foster the talents of youth; and although the name states Brothers Helpin Bruthas, the organization offers programs to both young men and women. Because of the long standing of this organization, BHB can attest to the positive changes made by the participants of its programs. Many students have turned their grades around, gained a new since of esteem, built camaraderie with other Hip Hop enthusiasts, developed a positive value system and have become more disciplined. Much of these changes can be attributed to the fact that in order to stay in the program, it is required that participants stay out of trouble at school and within the community. Also, many of the people who participated in the program as youths, return to teach, volunteer and offer guidance to the young men and women who are currently involved with the programs. AWARDS 2008 Hot Times Festival Honered Artist BHB 2011 Ohio Hip Awards Lifetime Achievement Award BHB 2019 Living Legend Award BHB HIP HOP EXPO The Hip Hop Expo is one of the major events of the year for BHB. It is a family friendly event dedicated to celebrating the impact of Hip Hop Culture, showcasing the talents of artists and providing a forum for industry entrepreneurs and hip hop enthusiasts to network. Held for the past 25 consecutive years, the Expo generally takes place the 3rd weekend in March from 3pm-11pm at the Columbus Convention Center, and offers live bands, vendors, a laser light show as well KRUMP, MC and beat battles. |
BHB will be mentoring the following contestants throughout season IV: Cole Grimes #57, Melayki Walls #64, Scott Richards #75, Liana Iriarte #65, Connor Raines #77
Judy Keyees
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Stage Production/Manager, Beauty Pageant Producer
Judy Kyees has been active in the entertainment industry for the past fifty years. She owns and operates her own production/Management Company and her clients have gone on to professional careers, appearing on Broadway and National Broadway touring companies, Disney Tokyo, Opry-Land, movies, television and many cruise ship and casino shows.
Judy has also been very successful in the pageant industry and her students have captured local, state and national titles in the Miss America/Miss USA , and the Cinderella International pageants systems to name a few. She is currently the Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia State Director for the Cinderella International Scholarship Pageant system. She is also the Executive Director/Producer of the annual "Miss Columbus Teen Pageant", and has helped launch the professional performing arts careers of many of her winners. Judy resides in Westerville, Ohio with her husband of forty-five years John, and they are the proud parents of five children and six grand children. |
Judy Keyees willl be mentoring the following contestants throughout season IV: Illora Skye #62, Matt Simmons #63, and Alexus Thompson #69
Funk City 2.0 Band Members
(Kenneth White and Mari Armstrong)
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The Funk City Band 2.0 has been performing around the City of Columbus and Ohio for about 10 years. The band is around 10 members deep. They play funk music with a slither of R&B and Hip Hop incorporated into their show. |
Kenny White (The Major) will be mentoring the following contestants throughout season IV: Amanda Ball #71, Todd Berry #74, and Amy McCray #72
Mari Armstrong will be mentoring L Jewel #78 throughout the season IV competition.
Mari Armstrong will be mentoring L Jewel #78 throughout the season IV competition.
Our wildcard callbacks L J Johnson and Tammy Cook will not be mentored by a judge this season.