Johnnie R . Rivera
Johnnie R . Rivera , who is better known to most of Tampa Bay as “ Vaya DJ ,” is a 30-year veteran of the music industry with international experience . Johnnie has performed as a DJ with many internationally known artists throughout his career , and around the world .
Vaya DJ , Inc . was originally founded in 1983 , under the name “ Tropical Latin Sound ” by its current President and Chairman of the Board , Johnnie R . Rivera . In 1998 the Company ’ s name was changed to the present name Vaya DJ , Inc . The Company consists of bilingual DJ ’ s and MC ’ s , which have performed 100 ’ s of local Weddings , Anniversaries , Corporate , and Private events .
Vaya DJ is the prominent force in the Tampa Bay nightlife . Through Vaya DJ , Mr . Rivera oversees an empire of services that targets the Hispanic community . His motivation in doing what is necessary to ensure a positive outcome is simple : “ I enjoy seeing people have a good time .”
After establishing himself as a DJ , Mr . Rivera has developed himself as a promoter working at the Top Latin Clubs in the Tampa Bay Area . He has been recognized as a leader in the Latin Music Industry and has won numerous awards from the community . His love for Latin music has won him DJ of the Year Awards many times .
Johnnie Rivera and Vaya DJ , Inc is committed to the community and has donated their time and services to local Latin Community organizations such as , The Tampa Police Department Hispanic Heritage Committee , Pro-USF Scholarship Trust Fund for the Latin American Community , Aetna Hispanic Network , E . L . Bing School ,
Chase Hispanic Heritage , Bank of America Hispanic Heritage and others .
His love for Latin music has won him DJ of the Year Awards many times .
Johnnie counts his many blessings in life which include a close circle of friends , and 4 wonderful children : Johnnie Ray Rivera 27 who is now the president of Vaya DJ , Arlene Rivera 25 , Venessia Marie Rivera 23 who was recently married on May 6 of 2007 , and his baby , Sebastian Ray Rivera 6 . Johnnie enjoys playing basketball , chess , ping pong , bicycling , dancing and traveling . His biggest passion aside from his family is his commitment to help raising funds to find a cure for MS .
Landin k . battistini
Landin K . Battistini or , Lannie – as his many fans , family and friends refer to him - was born in San Juan , Puerto Rico , and raised in Mayaguez .
With the Piano as his instrument , Landin majored in Composition-Arrangement with a minor in Film Scoring and Music Business , earning his Bachelor ’ s Degree from the Berkley School of Music in Boston .
Landin moved to Miami , Florida in 1984 where for 10 years he worked as a pianist and musical director for “ Club Tropigala ” at the Fountain Bleu Hilton , which often hosted such well known artists as Willie Chirino , Nelson Ned , Jose Luis Rodríguez , and more .
With over 25 years of experience in live performances as pianist / keyboardist , Landin was honored for his participation , with a Grammy win in 1999 , Latin Pop category (¡ Olga Viva Olga ! Album ) Landin has produced & directed numerous live jazz concerts in Puerto Rico , and has shared “ the live stage ” in performances with such legendary artists as , Giovanni Hidalgo , Tito Puente , and Jose Feliciano , to name a few . Landin has also toured as keyboardist for internationally known Latin Pop artists such as Ednita Nazario , Olga Tañon and Melina León . In 2005 , Landin relocated to Tampa , where he headquartered his business , Hands In Motion Music , Inc . & Advertising Media with Co-Founder , and wife , Neysa Rodriguez-Battistini . Their forte is creating “ one of a kind ” concepts in either music or marketing which will grab the attention of the public their clients need to reach . Landin ’ s motto is , “ We make it happen ... no matter what !”
When not busy running his business ,
Lannie performs around Florida with his “ Hands In Motion Jazz Quintet ,” and an entourage of seasoned musicians which he met while being the Musical Director for the local sophisticated New York Salsa Orchestra , “ Clarasalsa .”
These talented musicians include , Johnny Vergara , the master
“ conguero ,” the “ timbalero ” Benny Maldonado , Eddie Mercado , our bass player , Marius Dicpetris , on the trombone . Finally after many years of not making “ the time ,” Lannie ’ s new Album CD will be released by the end of 2007 thru his independent label . After it ’ s all been done and said , Lannie ’ s true passion for his music & heartbeat rests at his fingertips . For a detailed Business / Artist Profile , visit his website at : http :// www . handsinmotionmusic . com
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