Based in Los Angeles, CA, credited as an international influencer in the music, TV and the film industry, AndréPittmon, CEO and Founder at Enthrone Records Ent. LLC has forged a path through a complex, diverse, yet unwavering trek forward to success. Since 2017, he has commanded a record company fashioned to support artists, musicians, pledging or seasoned, to attract and embrace their rights of accomplishment and recognition as creative, spiritual forces. To date, Enthrone is proud to announce the release of Lattrice Lawrence’s new single “Taking It Back,” and Pat Hodges, formerly with Motown’s Hodges, James & Smith, and her latest release, “Love Revolution.” Also, Prophet Michael’s single, “God is On Fire.”The innovative list of artists and record releases from the studio continues to grow.
André draws inspiration from his own experiences at Hollywood High, USC, and the Warner Bros. Studios’ work-educational program. A journey that has attracted a slew of rich career opportunities. He also praises his mentor Barry Reardon, former President of Sales and Distribution, (recently deceased), for the guidance and patience to help him develop his professional skills. They collaborated on many films: Superman, Twister, Pelican Brief, The Green Mile, The Perfect Storm, and The Color Purple.
André shared the moment that altered his life when he was a student at Hollywood High. Initially not impressed by the option until he learned he could leave school at 10 a.m. to participate. The first time the 18-year-old André stepped foot on the Warner Bros. Studios’ lot, he was transformed.
“It was as if, like Dorothy, when she opened the door after the farmhouse crashed, the scene changed from sepia to full color… that’s how I felt. I strolled about the lot in awe of the spectacle, peeping in and out of windows and doorways, when, to my shock, I saw Bette Davis eating in the canteen. I truly was in OZ and I’ve never been the same. The knowledge of working in a major studio is priceless”
Another major observation André learned from personal experience is knowing and embracing opportunities.
“Prospects come in all shapes and sizes, not always black or white… something you’d never think of as an opportunity might lead you to the manifestation you’ve prayed for.”
He advises one to be vigilant and ready for the surprises that life brings to you.
“One afternoon at work, I was called into my boss’s office. I feared a reprimand. When I entered, there stood Spike Lee. My boss introduced me as the publicist assigned to work on the film Malcolm X. I looked at my boss like… what are you talking? It turned out that I was the only person of color on the lot at the time. Spike insisted on collaborating with someone of ethnic heritage. I accepted the challenge and excelled.”
While the Warner Bros. experience was a blessing on many fronts, it was a stepping stone. His greatest dream was to be involved in the music industry at the top level. To make a difference in quality and inclusivity of music… not only for him, but for his fellow musical and artistic comrades. The career of a lifetime is what he asked for and the universe delivered.
Writer: S.R. Strickland – www.thepenpanther@gmail.com