Voice Arts Awards Winner Charles Reese Releases Transformative Spoken Word Album “Speak! A Spoken Word Odyssey. Volume One,” Now Available on All Streaming Platforms.
Today, Charles Reese aka The Charles Reese Experience, celebrated Voice Arts® Awards winner and internationally recognized spoken word artist, releases his highly anticipated second album, Speak! A Spoken Word Odyssey. Volume One.
This powerful 12-track project is a soul-stirring gem that embarks on a transformative journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and collective liberation.
Through his commanding spoken word delivery, Reese weaves together narratives that ignite hope, challenge societal norms, and inspire personal growth.
Drawing from his experiences working with the legacy of literary icon James Baldwin and his own artistic vision, Reese creates a body of work that is both a celebration of the human spirit and a rallying cry for a more just and compassionate world.
Special guests featured on the project include Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Arnaé Batson, Violinist Karen Briggs, Trumpet player, Kenneth Brown II as well as vocalists Bradlee Jaay, and Jennifer Harkness-Allen.
Album Highlights Track #4: We Speak Your Name: Produced in partnership with the Black AIDS Institute (BAI)
Track #10: Requiem for Malcolm Jamal Warner: A heartfelt offering in memory of the late great actor, director and spoken-word artist.
Album produced by Everett Moon at Lunar Labs Studios Track List Track 1: Speak! (Radio Edit) Track 2: Seats We Don’t Own Feat. Arnaè Batson Track 3: One Track 4: We Speak Your Name Feat. Bradlee Jaay Track 5: Phrase Feat. Arnaè Batson Track 6: The Year I Forgot Track 7: Picture Show Feat. Jennifer Harkness-Allen Track 8: Seasons Track 9: Warning: Do Not Anchor or Dredge Feat. Kenneth Brown II Track 10: Requiem for Malcolm Jamal Warner Feat. Karen Briggs Track 11: Oh My Dark People Track 12: Speak! (Remix) Feat. Arnaè Batson
“This album is more than poetry—it’s a call to action,” Reese shares. “SPEAK! is about reclaiming our stories, embracing our truth, and inspiring a movement toward healing, self-love, and social change.”
With themes rooted in cultural pride, resilience, and transformation, SPEAK! invites listeners to reflect deeply and engage actively with the world around them. Each track pulses with words, rhythms, and emotions designed to uplift and empower audiences on their own journey toward wholeness.
The release follows Reese’s prestigious recognition by the Society of Voice Arts and Sciences in the Outstanding Spoken-Word/Storytelling Category for his debut album James Baldwin & Me: A Centennial Tribute. His artistry has graced stages, festivals, universities, and cultural institutions worldwide, cementing his role as a transformative storyteller and spoken word technician.
Speak! A Spoken Word Odyssey. Volume One is now available on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music.
About Charles Reese Charles Reese, a graduate of Morehouse College, is an award-winning actor, spoken word artist, and cultural curator whose career spans stage, television, and international literary performances. He is a Recording Academy GRAMMY voting member, acclaimed for his dedication to preserving and promoting the work of James Baldwin, earning accolades and recognition from cultural institutions around the globe. Visit his website www.charlesreeseexperience.com to learn more.
Phoenix, AZ, October 09, 2025 –(CarryOnHarry.com)– PRO EM National Event Services, a national leader in premium event rental solutions, proudly announces the acquisition of Top Productions, a premier provider of event flooring and specialty structure solutions based in California.
This strategic acquisition significantly expands PRO EM’s flooring, scaffolding, mezz deck, and double deck structure inventory while further strengthening its presence on the West Coast. With Top Productions’ decades of expertise and reputation for high-quality products and service, the integration enhances PRO EM’s ability to deliver large-scale, innovative, and customized event infrastructure to clients nationwide.
“We are thrilled to officially welcome Top Productions into the PRO EM family,” said Amir Glogau, Chairman & CEO of PRO EM National Event Services. “We’ve worked alongside Top Productions for years and have tremendous respect for the team they’ve built and the quality of their work. Together, we are positioned to offer an even deeper inventory and broadened capabilities to better serve our clients Nationwide.”
Top Productions has been a trusted partner in the live events industry for 35 years, supporting major sporting events, concerts, festivals, and large-scale activations with a wide range of tailored solutions for flooring and structures. Joining PRO EM’s portfolio will allow the combined company to provide clients with unmatched scale, customization, and the proven skill of experienced crews.
“Becoming part of PRO EM opens an exciting new chapter for Top Productions team members and clients,” said Peter Daly, Top Productions Owner. “Our shared values, long-standing relationship, and commitment to excellence make this a natural fit. We are proud to join forces and continue delivering world-class solutions to clients.”
With this acquisition, PRO EM continues its mission of being the nation’s most trusted partner in delivering premium, full-service event infrastructure—ranging from temporary tent structures, flooring, HVAC, and power distribution, to logistics and event management services.
About PRO EM National Event Services PRO EM National Event Services is one of the nation’s largest providers of premium event rentals, infrastructure, and logistics solutions. With branches in Phoenix, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Orlando, PRO EM delivers innovative event experiences for world-class sporting events, government agencies, concerts, corporate activations, and more.
About Top Productions Top Productions is a leading provider of event flooring and scaffolding solutions, trusted by clients across the West Coast for their quality, reliability, and expertise. Known for its hands-on approach and commitment to excellence, Top Productions has earned a reputation as one of the most reliable and innovative providers in the industry.
Chula Vista, CA, October 05, 2025 –(CarryOnHarry.com)– On October 11, 2025, Chula Vista Christian University will offer a free community art show at Paper Moon Event Center in San Diego.
In addition to paintings and drawings by students and professors, the event will feature artists Norm Daniels, former artist for Hume Lake Christian Camps and guest cartoonist at SURFER MAGAZINE as well as oil impressionist painter Michael Wascher. Additionally, the evening will feature Sue Raimond, who is considered a pioneer of harp enrichment therapy and is among the world experts in the field of cyto-cymatics and vibroacoustics pertaining to the harp.
This event is formal/black-tie optional, and there will be an opportunity provided to donate to CVCU. Those unable to attend may also choose to give to CVCU students and building funds via the sponsor page at www.CVCU.us/sponsor.
CVCU is a mentor-driven, faith-based, debt-free university in south San Diego County offering a variety of degrees that prepare students for leadership in the home, the church, and the marketplace. Students can begin college during their high school years and can earn their Bachelor’s degree in as little as three years.
Learn more about Chula Vista Christian University at www.CVCU.us.
The art show is open to all ages. RSVP by October 9 at www.CVCU.us/artshow.
