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Mentorship and entrepreneurship programs for students and teachers of all ages.

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Balancing Work & Passion w/ Khufu Reign
Tuesday, March 26 · 6-7pm ET/3-4pm PT

Join us for a conversation with , hosted by

For over a decade, award-winning producer Khufu (koo-foo) Reign has been managing and producing for artists from Nas and DJ Khaled to Awkwafina and Mary J. Blige. In addition, Khufu created the YouTube series Just A Minute (11m+ views), produced Super Bowl ad campaigns and is an active builder and creator at the intersection of culture and web3.

We’ll explore his journey in the music industry, the dynamics of managing artists like Tyla, and his thoughts on tech and web3.

Discover the stories behind the music and what keeps Khufu inspired.

We will be doing a short Q&A at the end of the interview.

RSVP link in bio



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SYNC LICENSING w/

Hosted by Pete Rango

Join us on IG LIVE for a conversation about getting started in sync licensing with

Devin is the owner and operator of the sync company Yellotone Music. Recent custom projects have included  M3GAN (Blumhouse), XO Kitty (Netflix), Lincoln Lawyer (Netflix), and recent sync placements have incliuded Rap S**t (HBO), Kung Fu (The CW), Chicago Fire (NBC), and Nancy Drew (The CW). As a composer, he composed the music for T-Mobile’s 2022 Superbowl commercial, in addition to national ads for companies such as Microsoft, Mercedes-Benz, and NBC News. His music has been used on thousands of shows such as Euphoria (HBO), The Resident (Fox), and Yellowjackets (Showtime). As an orchestrator/arranger, he’s written and produced string arrangements for artists such as Faith Evans, Ledisi, The Common Kings, and Clinton Sparks. Devin also has a lofi artist project dv/sn which has amassed millions of listens and multiple editorial playlists across streaming platforms.

12/04/2023

Our mentor recently attended a songwriting camp hosted by @2915.ent in collaboration with University in NY.

Read about her adventure in our latest blog.

Full blog link in bio

12/04/2023

HYBRID AI Workshop Hosted by
Saturday, December 9 · 2:00 – 3:00pm EST

Learn the basics of AI, LLMs, and how to leverage AI in your creative field with Pete Rango.

A minimum donation of $5 is required to attend. All donations go towards supporting programs and development of non-profit L.I.V. - Life is Valuable. Donations will be collected after the workshop.

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10/19/2023

We're excited to share our latest blog post with you, featuring guest writer , a music producer and audio engineer from DMV.

David shares with us his experience recording 's EP "Who Is JVK?" at the legendary in Nashville. 🎶

Get the inside scoop on how they captured JVK's killer vocals and dynamic instrumentals using rare vintage mics and consoles at Blackbird Studio A. David details their mic setup, studio gear, signal chains, and more.

link in our bio: www.lifeisvaluable.xyz/blog/who-is-jvk

10/07/2023

Join us for the 2nd Annual Artoberfest 2023 at The Iron Works PVA on Saturday, October 7th, from 6-9pm! Free & All Ages.

This year sees a host of collaborations in the Tri-Cities including light projections by Alex Criqui & Dustin Klein, live music by Rodney The Soul Singer Stith & LIV , installations by local artists, crafts with 1708 Gallery & Petersburg Area Art League, food by VA Furnace Pizza & Beaunuts, and drinks by Trapezium Brewing Company & Three Notch'd Brewing Company! And…so much more.

We also thank our partners, Main Street Petersburg Inc., John Randolph Foundation, & Shockoe Records for making it all possible. . .

08/18/2023

Who’s ready for part 2 of workshop?! Our co-founder, treasurer, and marketing guru Sabrina Holder is leading part 2 of her workshop TOMORROW, Saturday, August 19th at 2p EST/11a PT.

You’re not going to want to miss the gems she’s got in store for you!

All donations go towards helping us develop more programming and resources for artists and young entrepreneurs.

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08/15/2023

Who’s ready to show off what they’ve been working on? Or maybe you need feedback on your project? Come through to Colab - Today at 2p EST. Co-Lab is an online space to co-create, receive feedback from L.I.V. mentors, find support or just share space while we work on our projects. will be there hanging today and giving feedback so come through if you’d like to get some feedback, support, or just want to share some space while we co-create.

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08/07/2023

Join us this Thursday, Aug 10th, at for an incredible celebration of music and community! 🎶✨ Experience music by our talented mentors and featured guest ! Enjoy delicious food, explore local vendors, and help us make a difference by entering our L.I.V. raffle. Each ticket enters you into a chance to win a KIO plushy (created by & ) as well as a free artist development consultation by L.I.V.’s President ! Funds raised from the raffle will go towards supporting continue to develop programs and resources for the creative entrepreneurs in Richmond and beyond. Let's make a positive impact together with ! 🌟🎵

08/01/2023

Gm ! Today at 2p EST we kick of CoLab. Co-Lab is an online space to co-create, receive feedback from L.I.V. mentors, find support or just share space while we work on our projects. will be there hanging today and giving feedback so come through if you’d like to get some feedback, support, or just want to share some space while we co-create. Link in bio.

L.I.V. - Colab
Tuesday, Aug 1 · 2–3 PM EST

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presents “Connection Choreography” an art activation by The Human Connection.

Rooted in visionary philosophy, this immersive experience reveals the profound notion that our inner potential and collective strength are boundless.

Join us for an evening of connecting, co-creation & exploration.

Welcome to The Human Connection experience ❤️🌍🤚

07/11
4-6p

Photos from LIV 's post 07/09/2023

presents: “Connection Choreography” An art activation by The Human Connection

Join us for an evening of connecting and co-creating.

Rooted in our philosophy, this immersive experience reveals the profound notion that our inner potential and collective strength are boundless.

Welcome to The Human Connection experience ❤️🌍🤚

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Tomorrow we will have joining us for LIV-Fest ! The day is almost here and it's not too late to sign up! We hope to see you there :)

Link in bio. Don't miss this special day!

05/18/2023

Want to win a brand new pair of AONIC 40 headphones and a MV7 mic? All you have to do is attend LIV Fest, do the activities listed on this flyer, and you will be entered in the raffle!

Link in bio to reserve your spot at LIV Fest! It's FREE and a perfect way to network with creatives of all ages. See you THIS Saturday!

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LIV-FEST is almost here here! Sign up for free in our bio!

05/14/2023

We will be having as one of our sponsors for the event! You don't want to miss this FREE event!

Register now in bio for LIV Fest, located - May 20th, 12pm-4pm, space is limited!

05/12/2023

The special day is almost here! Register before it's too late!

Register now in bio for LIV Fest, located - May 20th, 12pm-4pm, space is limited!

05/10/2023

Who loves pizza? WE DO! We have as our amazing vendor!

Register now in bio for LIV Fest, located - May 20th, 12pm-4pm, space is limited!

05/10/2023

Discover how ChatGPT can enhance education! 🤖📚 Our latest blog explores the potential of this large language model to provide personalized learning experiences, assist with homework, and even offer mental health support. While there are potential risks to consider, we believe that ChatGPT can revolutionize education and provide students with efficient and customized learning experiences. We’ve included ChatGPT resources by &

Check out the full blog on our website! Link in bio

05/09/2023

Vibe ( ) is a singer, songwriter, producer and engineer with a unique voice to her music. Her music is marked by a sense of intimacy and vulnerability, with lyrics that explore themes of love, loss, and self discovery. At the Core of Vibe's work is a deep love for writing and the expressive power of music.

She will be performing at LIV Fest!

Register now, it's free BUT space is limited. Link in bio !

LIV Fest — Life Is Valuable, Corp. 05/09/2023

Want to know what to expect at LIV Fest?

Here is a breakdown:

LIV Fest — Life Is Valuable, Corp. LIV Fest May 2 Written By Pete Rango Welcome to LIV Fest!Last year, I was awarded an artist grant by CultureWorks. The CultureWorks Grants Program provides funding for diverse nonprofit organizations and practicing local artists, for initiatives that benefit the Richmond and Tri-Cities region; speci...

05/03/2023

Moneá (), a spiritual Neo-soul singer and songwriter from RVA stormed her way onto the scene in late 2021. She will be performing at LIV Fest and guiding participants on how to navigate the creative process as a music artist.

Register now, space is limited! Link: https://bit.ly/3Lej8qI

05/01/2023

Did you register for LIV Fest yet? Limited space available, all ages welcomed! https://bit.ly/3Lej8qI

We will have DJ Cease () performing live mixes!

04/28/2023

We are excited to announce PF Flyers will be sponsoring LIV Fest and donating pairs of sneakers for the first 10 participants to complete the activities listed:

- Check-in with L.I.V. A&R.

- Photo Studio: Get your EPK picture taken by a professional photographer.

- Production: Cook up beats with an experienced industry producer.

- Digital Art Station: Create a cover art for your next project or single with AI and design your next merch drop with experienced digital artists. Print your photos
or cover art and hang in the backyard!

- Recording Room: Record on any of our LIV producers' beats.

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What is the purpose of LIV Fest?
LIV Fest will be giving young artists an opportunity to connect with the Petersburg arts community in a tangible way. Without creating spaces like this, students may never have the chance to connect with mentors in the industries they're interested in or get involved with the Richmond and Tri-Cities' arts community.

Register now for LIV Fest, located at The Haus on Market - May 20th, 12pm-4pm, space is limited!

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04/26/2023

RSVP: https://bit.ly/3Vcjr9Z

Don't see yourself as a recording artist? Well, we are excited to announce will be leading a workshop at LIV Fest, teaching you "What Is Artist Management?"

Even if you are an artist, you'll be able to learn what to look for in an artist manager when you get to that level of your music career.

Walter Montesinos () has firsthand experience as an artist manager, and handles Artist Relations for Distrokid 🎵

Limited Space available so don’t wait last minute to RSVP for free!

Lakemont Elementary School in Petersburg, VA unveils ‘Dream Lab’ music studio — LIV 12/06/2022

Check out our latest blog post! NBC12 covers our Dream Lab inauguration at Lakemont Elementary School

Lakemont Elementary School in Petersburg, VA unveils ‘Dream Lab’ music studio — LIV Lakemont Elementary School in Petersburg unveils ‘Dream Lab’ music studio

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11/03/2022

A few weeks ago we got the chance to setup a mobile Dream Lab experience at Artober Fest presented by CultureWorks. Here, festival attendees got a chance to create music with our mentors, create AI art, and learn more about our Dream Lab program we are developing in Petersburg, VA.

Full vlog:
https://www.lifeisvaluable.xyz/blog/artober-fest

Artober Fest Demos:
https://soundcloud.com/dr3amlabs/sets/artober-fest

10/24/2022

Michelle Harris couldn’t have put it any better. This is why we do this. This is why we LIV.
Thank you for having us at Artober Fest!
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