PHASE 5 Records

08/02/2025

I'm Sorry, I can't take your call, cause we got disconnected.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n65JSfhf3rY

08/01/2025

Get ready for the upcoming release of the rock rendition of Doug Payne's powerful anthem, "America USA, Chase Hate Away," which will soon be available on all major music platforms. This song arrives at a crucial moment in the United States, where its message of unity and resilience is more relevant than ever. With its electrifying guitar riffs and passionate vocals, the track aims to inspire listeners to come together and combat the divisive sentiments that have permeated society. As the nation grapples with various challenges, Payne's music serves as a rallying cry for hope and solidarity, making it a timely addition to the contemporary musical landscape. Be sure to keep an eye out for its release, as it promises to resonate deeply with audiences across the country:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=chGEn0CjCW8

07/22/2025

If I happened to be caught up in distractions and overlooked your birthday, I want to make it up to you with a special gift. I’ve composed a song just for you to celebrate your day, and I hope it brings you joy as you enjoy your special moments. The song is titled "Happy Birthday Line Dancer," and it captures the fun and excitement of line dancing, which I know you love. You can listen to it by following this link: https://youtu.be/doDIm-HS9u4?si=kqK2hILR25r9SNPe. I truly hope this adds a little extra cheer to your celebration!

07/22/2025

For the next two weeks, we are dedicating our efforts to promoting peace through the initiative "Wake Up Rise Up Live 4 Peace." This important work will take precedence as we prepare to return to filming our ambitious project, "Coming Home in Time," a unique blend of sci-fi, time travel, western, and romance genres, scheduled for August 2025. The film promises to be an exciting journey through various themes, and we invite you to explore the music that will accompany it by following this link: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mvP9GnTMpXbMjjXpjEFjf96jpockzeeAc&si=G7nRWJEBlc2iqBDx. We appreciate your support and enthusiasm as we work towards both peace and creativity in our storytelling.

07/10/2025

• The concept of hosting a virtual concert for peace emerged following a homicide in West Philadelphia.
• On Saturday, February 13, 2021, Doug Payne and PHASE 5 Records were featured on a West Philly radio show named “Whistle While You Work,” hosted by “Showtime the Hype Man” and Dr. Roxanne Contee.
• The interview aimed to promote a music video titled “Our Lives Matter, Wake Up Rise Up,” which was created in the style of the iconic “We are the World” video featuring Michael Jackson, Quincy Jones, and Lionel Richie.

• After the interview, Doug Payne presented the hosts with merchandise displaying a logo of a gun cross out.
• On Sunday, February 14, 2021, which was Valentine’s Day, Dr. Roxanne Contee’s son, George Myers, was shot at 62nd and Lansdowne Avenue in West Philly.
• On February 15, 2021, Doug Payne received a message from Dr. Roxanne Contee informing him that her son George had succumbed to his injuries from the gunshot.

• On Monday, February 15, 2021, Doug Payne convened an emergency Zoom meeting to discuss the weekend's tragic event.
• During this meeting, retired Philadelphia Police Officer Shaun Wilson proposed the idea of organizing a virtual peace concert, leading to the creation of the “Wake Up Rise Live 4 Peace” concert.
• Initially scheduled for Spring 2021, the concept of the virtual peace concert quickly gained traction and reached an international audience, including Shaun Tonks in England, who recommended aligning the concert with the United Nations International Day of Peace on September 21st.

06/23/2025

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3nvYpMqyJw0

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