Daily Archives: May 3, 2011

Mortal Kombat Legacy : Episode 4

Mortal Kombat Legacy : Episode 4

Mortal Kombat Legacy is back for round 4. We get more character introductions with Kitana (Samantha Tjhai) & Mileena (Jolene Tran) in the fourth episode. The Kevin Tancharoen directed webseries continues its onslaught in the online space. Here’s a synopsis for Mortal Kombat Legacy : Episode 4:

Beautiful, athletic, and trained as highly skilled assassins, Kitana and Mileena have grown up thinking that they are sisters. Shao Kahn, Emperor of the Outworld, has tricked Shang Tsung into becoming his servant for Mortal Kombat by making him clone Mileena as a Tarkatan clone of Kitana, out of Shao Kahn’s fear that Kitana wouldn’t love him enough if she ever found out the truth about her Mother and Father.

Also a little more Shang Tsung (Johnson Phan) in this episode. Catch more Johnson Phan in the webseries Chasing Mood.

Previous episodes:
Mortal Kombat Legacy : Episode 1
Mortal Kombat Legacy : Episode 2
Mortal Kombat Legacy : Episode 3

Mortal Kombat Legacy : Episode 4

More about Mortal Kombat: Legacy

Mortal Kombat: Legacy brings to life the complex and rich history of the gaming world of MORTAL KOMBAT. Shao Kahn and Shang Tsung are obsessed with reigning over various realms (parallel universes) and the winners of Mortal Kombat competitions are granted supreme control over these worlds. The Earthrealm (Earth) is an unconscious participant in this competition and only a few select humans understand the consequences of losing Mortal Kombat and what it will mean to Earth. In a universe with powerful evil sorcerers, cyborgs, Gods and movie stars, this Mortal Kombat digital media series drives a cohesive understanding of what this Universe is all about.

2011 Regent Park Film Festival Call For Submissions

2011 Regent Park Film Festival Call For Submissions

channelAPA.com got word from the 2011 Regent Park Film Festival (RPFF) is looking for Asian American films for their festival. The best part for filmmakers is that it’s absolutely FREE. Here’s more info:

Regent Park Film Festival is Toronto’s ONLY free-of-charge film festival dedicated to bringing the finest multicultural works relevant to the communities living in Regent Park, the oldest and largest low income housing in Canada; an area populated predominantly by new immigrants and Aboriginal Peoples. They showcase independent films of all length and genres in their original languages and subtitled in English, with topics pertinent to the various Regent Park communities such as urbanization, community activism, immigrant experiences, inner city issues, cultural identity and multicultural relationships. In addition, each year they program films for Grade 1-8 addressing themes of difference, racial diversity, bullying, gender identity, poverty, health, and other issues relevant to youth.

Regent Park residents are encouraged to create media works, through free professional training workshops, and engage in debates through panel discussions. Annually, films made by Regent Park residents are highlighted in the Family Program and in Community Stories: Youth Media Art Program on Opening Night, supporting self-representation and engaging dialogue with guest youth filmmakers from other parts of the World.

This year, they are putting particular emphasis on fictional feature and short length films from the Asian & African Diaspora. All activities as well as childcare are free-of-charge and they pay artist fees.

What are you waiting for? Submit your film online here and click on the word submissions on the home page. Extended Deadline: Friday, May 20, 2011 (NO ENTRY FEE) Post-dated

2010 Regent Park Film Festival trailer

Three Veils Trailer

Three Veils Trailer

The new controversial movie “Three Veils” dealing with women’s issues is making the film festival rounds. It deals with some intense topics as we bridge traditions with the modern world. Here’s more about the movie:

“Three Veils” is a poignant film that follows the stories of three young Muslim women living in the U.S, each with her own secret. As the three stories unfold, the lives of these three women intertwine as they each struggle to defy tradition and create their own realities. They struggle with identity, independence, faith, and sexuality.

Leila (Mercedes Masöhn) is engaged to be married, however as the wedding night approaches, she becomes less and less sure of how her life is playing out.

Amira (Angela Zahra) is a very devout Muslim, but is dealing with her deep repressions about her intimate feelings toward women.

Nikki (Sheetal Sheth) is acting out her promiscuity as she battles her own demons after a tragic death in the family.

Look for the film hitting a local festival near you. BTW – Sheetal Sheth is also slated to be in the film “Yes, We’re Open“.

Three Veils Trailer

Aziatix : channelAPA.com exclusive

Imagine that you have achieved success as a bona-fide music superstar. You’ve written songs, won awards, and have been recognized as one of the best in the music industry. Then you walk away.

More specifically, you step aside to form a new group to start all over on the other side of the world. Aziatix has done that….times three.

Allow me to re-introduce the accomplished members. Eddie Shin has released an album, numerous singles, and composed songs for various artists. Nicky Lee has released five albums and won the 2007 Best Male Sing Award at Taiwan’s Golden Melody Awards. FLOWSIK is a rapper, songwriter, producer who has collaborated with heavyweights in hip hop, such as Ice-T. Together, they form Aziatix, a hip hop/R&B group as well as a label assembled by Jae Chong. There was only one reason the three left their solo success to band together. They plan to take it to the next level and make global music that can reach fans worldwide.

Eddie Shin of Aziatix

As Korean Americans with an extensive background in the music business, the members of Aziatix create an eclectic sound together. “We grew up out here, but we also spent a lot of time in Asia. Our sound is a mix of the East and West. When we let people here listen to our music, they say there’s an Asian feel to it. When we take our music there [Asia], they say “the rhythm, the beat…what is that?!”

Flowsik of Aziatix

In addition to the Aziatix’s talent individually and collectively, the fact that the group carries a hip hop head speaks volumes to another hip hop lover, yours truly. And after minutes, it’s not hard to tell FLOWSIK is truly a fan of hip hop for he believes in the power and movement of the culture. “I think the beauty of hip hop is expressing yourself. I really wish, through rap, that I’ll be able to inspire and motivate others.” Not to mention his energy for the culture is sick. When asked who they would like to collaborate with, FLOWSIK’s raspy voice replied, “Young Money”. Then enthusiastically once more, “YOUNG MONEY!”

The rapper is a New York native who flew to Asia and met Eddie and Nicky. Between the three, they have done some widespread traveling. Despite that, they all agree that there is no place like home. They know where they come from and where they want to be. In my opinion, they also know where they are meant to be. When I asked them what they would do if they weren’t in the music industry, they all still managed to pick something that routed back there.

Nicky Lee of Aziatix

Except for Nicky who claims, “I love to eat. I would probably be a professional eater….Thank God I can sing!” Yes, the soulful singer can! And there are an abundant amount of “Aziaddicts” who would agree with me. None of this would be possible without them as the trio humbly tell me, “We definitely want to thank all the fans for their love and support. We’re just starting, but the response has been overwhelming. We’re humbled and we want to thank each and every one of you. If it wasn’t for the fans, we wouldn’t be here now so thank you and we love you”.

In addition to their fans, Aziatix would “like to be a good influence on the next generation and be positive role models who show the kids they can chase after their dreams and accomplish what they want to do in life”. Ultimately, these talented men are here to make good music for everybody, with no color lines or barriers, and they’re coming for those Grammys, MTV Awards, and Billboard Awards. Make no mistake.

They’ve done it before and the chances of history repeating itself look good. Jae Chong once told Eddie, “He’s not going to wait for history to happen. He’s going to go out and make history”. Well, here they go again.

Aziatix’s EP drops next month! Be on the lookout!! Get their single “Go” on Go - Go - Single today.

Go music video by Aziatix

I Believe by Mike-Dash-E

I Believe by Mike-Dash-E

Rapper Mike-Dash-E dropped the music video “I Believe” off his “Dash With Me” album. The inspirational single talks about believing in yourself to succeed and not letting anyone hold you back. In the video, you can see him grinin’ in the studio and hustlin’ in the streets of San Francisco. If you believe in yourself, who can hold you back? You can cop the song on I Believe - Dash with Me or amazon.

Here’s more videos from Mike -Dash E off the “Dash With Me” album: Thrill, Get Off Me, Ripped, and Shawty Like Ohh.

I Believe by Mike-Dash-E (contains profanity)

Count On Me by Jay Renz

Count On Me by Jay Renz

Jay Renz of Toronto’s “Version 2” collaborates with fellow Canadian music producer “K-Beatz” to bring out a song that combines R&B/Hip-Hop in one piece of work. The original track “Count on Me” was inspired by Jay Renz’s recent experiences and will be featured on his first mixtape entitled “Press Play Mixtape”. The mixtape will get in touch with different genres including R&B, Hip-Hop, House & Electro. Expect to hear a number of different YouTube artists such as Version 2’s AJM, Illmocity’s City Boy, Moc Five & Illmillion, Soul, DLS, freshKiDD, Tousher & many more!

In the meantime, you can download this song FREE here. The music video will be coming soon.

Peep more music from Jay Renz like So Hooked and Fill It Up.

Count On Me by Jay Renz

Lyrics to Count On Me by Jay Renz

(VERSE 1) :
I got her on my mind, runnin’ laps around in my deepest thoughts.
I feel surrounded by good vibes, when I hear her talk.
That ain’t the half of it, she’s become a habit.
And given the circumstances anything with her, I’m havin’ it.

Yup, yup, I’m havin’ it. A main course with no side dishes.
I feel her touch, even with close-eyed vision, yes.
She’s fresh, even when she sendin’ me texts.
Callin’ me Chico, with her I ain’t scared to get my feet wet.

She’s a G, a source of good feelings.
With nothin’ more than a kiss and the gift of shorty’s presence.
I swear these other dudes hawkin’ you & gettin’ jealous.
‘Cause your hand is in mine, we connected, no Telus needed.

She’s a fiend for the punchlines.
While I be on that R&B swagger she listen to dudes spit rhymes.
Little does she know that Jay Renz can get it in too.
So when I spit a hot verse like this it’s prolly for you.

(HOOK:)
Yeah, I wanna be the one you wake up to see.
Whenever you’re feelin’ down turn to me.
Said I’ll be the one to give you everything you need.
When the world comes crashin’ down you can count on me.

(VERSE 2):
Listen, I’m such a keen believer. That I could never leave her.
Provided that she feel the same, I will not deceive her.
H after U after C, I wanna C-UH (See ya)
Make her feel good when we kick it, word to FIFA.

Feel me when I feel you, kiss me when I kiss you.
Lovin’ who you are, that’s the reason that I miss you.
No drama, no issues. I know that we’re still young too.
But I want you there when we both become successful.

Girl you’re like whoa, and these other chicks? No.
I’ma lover not a fighter but I’ll fight for your love.
Communication is a must, and don’t forget the trust.
Just as long as I can see you, when I need you that’s enough.

UGH, you love the sound too.
No lie, I swear that l can be myself when I’m around you.
That’s why I’m back tryna tell you like it is.
From what takes a couple weeks, you did in days.

(HOOK) :
Yeah, I wanna be the one you wake up to see.
Whenever you’re feelin’ down turn to me.
Said I’ll be the one to give you everything you need.
When the world comes crashin’ down you can count on me.

(VERSE 3) :
You got me in a daze, I’m hooked, almost addicted.
Don’t get it twisted, I’m fiendin’ your luscious kisses.
Your good for my body, like a bowl of fresh Lipton.
Every time we part ways it starts to kick in.

That sudden rush to run back to where you is.
I’ll be chasin’ for your touch like I was reachin for my dreams.
What you gettin’ now is just a taste of what it is.
And it all really started the second I felt your lips.

When you need me I roll up.
I zoom into your body like I’m coppin’ a close up.
And if you feelin’ me then I’ma let you in.
Mind, body & soul, you & me for the win.

(HOOK X2) :
Yeah, I wanna be the one you wake up to see.
Whenever you’re feelin’ down turn to me.
Said I’ll be the one to give you everything you need.
When the world comes crashin’ down you can count on me.