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For those inquiring about the Vibe Soul Lounge and its origins and the creative minds behind it, here's the story:

In September 2013 Fresno Vibe launches its business which is based on photography and events. Everyone loved the events and the pictures that were taken. Fresno Vibe blew up, and the people in Fresno begin to use Vibe’s services widely.

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In March 2014 Javon and Jazmyne Davis launched the first Vibe Soul Lounge. The following month they brought on Dennis Horn to help and be a support on the business side. The originators of the Vibe Soul Lounge, Javon and Jazmyne became aware that there were already “Vibe” events happening and they had planned to collaborate with Fresno Vibe to work collectively and bring a new and chill crowd out together.

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Dennis was having meetings with the venue owner, but little did Jovan know that behind his back Dennis created contracts snatching the business away from them. At this time Javon was busy with other engagements out of town, and was unable to make the meetings in which he entrusted Dennis to participate in with integrity.

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There is proof and people who attest to this story and stand firm that Dennis Horn is NOT in fact the creator of the event and name “Vibe Soul Lounge”.

Keon Traylor “I was there when Javon and his wife came up the the name and the show. He brought in Dennis to just help and support on the business side”.

Javon Davis “I started Vibe Soul Lounge. I saw Dennis at church and ask him and a whole bunch of other people if they wanted to help, and Dennis said he’d wanted to help. I still have the flyers before I made that mistake.”

Jasmyne Davis “Even before we started Vibe Soul Lounge I remember seeing the Vibe pictures and events, and I told my husband maybe this will be conflicting with FresnoVibe, and he said no because we can just bring Adrian on as a partner”.

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Months prior Adrian Harris CEO of Fresno Vibe tried on many occasions to have meetings with Dennis Horn to come up with ideas of how they could collaborate and do business together to shut down any conflict or bad feelings. But Dennis refused to work with Fresno Vibe and accused Adrian of theft and using bad business practices. Which was very interesting upon finding out that Dennis is in fact NOT the creator of the name or the event “Vibe Soul Lounge”. So he isn't in any position to give anyone permission to use the name or accuse anyone of stealing it. “Nobody likes a thief” indeed, but you’d actually have to own or create something yourself in order to accuse someone of stealing that thing from you. Everything always comes full circle, trust and believe when you don't do right by your people Karma will find a way to pay you in full.

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As a brand strategist and business owner, it is imperative to register your business and have a fictitious business license. As Fresno Vibe has done with the Vibe Soul Lounge & VIBE with multiple businesses listed under corporation. 

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As a community we lose the passion and fire for things, and instead of passing the torch to the next person or organization who wants to continue on with an idea or creative event, we allow each other to stand in stagnation. No one has done anything with the Vibe Soul Lounge in 2 years. Dennis has moved on to another event with a different name, which is puzzling as to why he’s so upset about someone else using the name of an event that he’s not promoting anymore and never was the creator of in the first place.

Nothing is new under the sun, someone is always in the background watching and waiting for their chance to be a part of something great. We have to be careful in choosing the people we do business with. Not everyone who smiles and calls themselves a brother or a friend are true to those titles. Always remember to do everything in integrity, and remember even things done in secret will surface and be exposed. There’s enough for us all to eat, the Black Community is known for having a scarcity mindset and trying to bring the next man down in fear that one person will be free and they won’t. We are not crabs in a bucket! Pull your brother up and work together so that you can succeed together.

The original creators Javon and Jazmyne Davis have given Fresno Vibe their blessing on the grand opening of the “Vibe Soul Lounge” at Kocky’s on February 2, 2019. They are excited to work together with the CEO of Fresno Vibe and have agreed to make special appearances and perform on occasions. From the beginning Fresno Vibe’s goal and intentions have always been to collaborate with the Vibe Soul Lounge. Fresno Vibe prides itself in creating jobs, and helping entrepreneurs in the community gain success. Fresno Vibe would like to extend an invitation to ALL of the people who were involved and participated in the “Vibe Soul Lounge” to come and work together collectively to make our community night life a safe, fun, and friendly environment.

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Written by Chera Mitchell "The CoCo Goddess"

Edited by: Final Look Editing 

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The Vibe the Vote Mixer was nothing short of amazing as community leaders put their differences aside to come together for a greater cause.

Community leaders such as Tara Lynn of Fresno Black Chambers, Stephen Davis of BLOC, Feather  Da’Wyz local comedian, Dr. Kehinde Solwazi, Kool Breeze Solar HatsCouncil Member Oliver Baines, Trustee Eric Payne, Julia Najieb’s President of African American Museum, Lennice Najieb of ONME News, Janice Sumler of Take a Stand, and Kina McFadden of Eye Connect Dots all showed up to support and rally for the African American candidates.

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There was a great sense of unity as community organizer Adrian Harris put on the first African American Candidate mixer. It was clear when Adrian Harris gave a heartfelt public apology to Julia and Lennice Najieb as he invited them on the stage and engaged in a tear jerking embraced group hug to settle their differences.

9596933292?profile=originalMeeting Set for November 6 at Monthly Museum Board Meeting 

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Emotions were high as candidates Tate Hill and Daren Miller came to a united front, shaking hands for photo ops and taking time to converse with each other throughout the evening. Toward the end of the event Tate Hill and Julia Nejieb were also spotted having what seemed to be a pleasant conversation full of smiles and laughter.

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A special thank you to Candidates Tate Hill, Terri Edwards, Keshia Thomas, Shawn Brooks, Daren Miller, and Kimberly Tapscott-Munson for all of your hard work and continued efforts to be a positive change for our communities and also for showing up and making African Americans aware of the importance of their votes at November 6th Election Date

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Oliver Baines of District 3 took center stage and spoke on the importance of the black vote in America. He made an extremely strong statement saying, “ If every person in here is not voting and not registered to vote YOU are in violation of what it means to be an African American in this country.” He also went on to mention the importance of the historicity of the mixer and how it should be done during every election to support our black candidates and to make African Americans accountable when it comes to voting.

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The environment of the mixer seemed to really relax the candidates and the community leaders, opening the doors for meaningful interactions and a successful event. It is definitely something to be proud of when African American leaders come together and let go of all personal issues for the greater good of the people.


Special Thank You to Kocky's Bar & Grill for letting us Host Mixer

Written By Chera Mitchell

Photography By Cherelle Roshae

Videography By Hersie Stovall "Unity in the Community"

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Vibe Seafood and Crab Fest Nov 3rd 

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If we truly want to see a change in our community, it starts at the polls. For generations our ancestors fought for our right to vote but many of us today don’t exercise our rights. - Adrian Vibe Harris

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As Americans, we have a voice in these election and who we choose to represent us, a voice that was paid for with the blood, sweat and tears of Americans who came before us. Our voice belongs to us, because we fought for it and we continue fighting for it.

We need to honor their sacrifice by showing up at every election. We need to honor James Chaney— a civil rights worker who was killed by members of the KKK in 1964 for registering African Americans to vote— by proudly earning that “I Voted” sticker. It’s up to us to keep the voice of our community strong and we do that by showing up and casting our ballots, like so many have done across the country.

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Our foremothers and forefathers sacrificed life and limb for our right to vote.

Simply too much is at stake for us to sit on the sidelines. The issues that affect our lives and our children’s lives are debated every day at City Hall, in state General Assemblies and in Congress. We were given a voice as to who makes these decisions for us; let’s keep using it.

Vibe the Vote is a movement devoted to building the political power to people of color through music, concerts, festivals, and entertainment. Our goal is to increase voter turnout by implementing voter awareness programs and organizing key leaders to actively help people of color get involved.


FresnoVibe has also launched a meet and greet mixer with Select Candidates to introduce themselves to the community at large. Prominent local business owners will have the opportunity to endorse/support candidates in their community. Tate Hill, Keshia Thomas,  Daren Miller, Shawn Brooks, Kimberly Tapscott-Munson

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This year FresnoVibe has decided to partner with Vibe the Vote and use our  2018 Vibe Seafood and Crab Fest as a platform to raise awareness for the upcoming election set for Tuesday November 6th. See You There!!

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A Taste of Soul is coming to Fresno!

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If you haven't heard by now A Taste of Soul is coming to Fresno as Adrian Harris, CEO of FresnoVibe begins the planning process of what can be one of the biggest festival in the central Valley. 

Fresno's Taste of Soul is an event that highlights the aroma of traditional soul food cooking in the air while bringing together families and friends in an outdoor/indoor setting for a day of reunion, information and live entertainment.

The purpose of the Taste of Soul is to highlight and bring awareness to local own Restaurants and businesses in the Fresno area, also creating a platform for Adults and Students so they can come and retrieve life changing knowledge as it relates to Health & Wellness, Technology, Family Intervention, Financial Literacy, Professional Career Building and Workforce development.

The festival provides complimentary vending space to those professionals who have an interest in providing complimentary service and or information in any of the above mention categories.

FresnoVibe Presents

Fresno's Taste of Soul
@Vision View Business Formation Center

4974 East Clinton Way (Airport District)

$5 Admission Free For Kids

For More Questions Call
Call 559.905.3089 or email FresnoWallStreet@gmail.com

PROVIDING THE BEST PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO
- BY FRESNOVIBE

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This Year we will be Featuring some of Fresno Top Soul Food Vendors:
Doll's Kitchen
Tha Soul Chefs
Fresno Gumbo House
Geneack Grilling & Catering

FresnoVibe will only be working with a select few vendors for this upcoming Taste of Soul and 2020 Festivals.

Interested Vendors Contact us ASAP. As we are locking in all Festivals and vendors for 2020. (559-905-3089)

Interested Vendors Click Here

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