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RESOLUTION NO. LA-�&.. 11.Q <br />A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, <br />PUBLICLY CONGRATULATING SINGER, SONGWRITER AND PRODUCER, <br />OCTOBER LONDON FOR HIS EXCEEDING SUCCESS IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY <br />6X", the South Bend Common Council notes that October London is a singer, songwriter and producer <br />whose unique songs like his 2016 single "Color Blind" will soon earn him a Grammy nomination for Best New <br />Song; and <br />Gjl�,�, October London was born Jared Samuel Erskine on October 17, 1986 in South Bend, Indiana. <br />His singing career began at the young age of 5 when he sang along to the classic hit "When a Man Loves a <br />Woman" by Michael Bolton, in the living room of his grandparents' house. October's musical talent and natural <br />tune -smith abilities enable him to create unique Pop, Country, Acoustic, Soul and Adult Contemporary sounds; <br />and <br />G*", October found inspiration from old school artists like Luther Vandross, Rick James, Teena Marie, <br />Stevie Wonder and Zapp & Roger. He has written and produced many great songs for his fans starting with his <br />popular first official mixtape titled "World Premiere" and his recent dance pop track "Move Your Body "; and <br />(A , October's talents and musical abilities have earned him a contract with Cadillac Records with <br />Snoop Dogg and Jazzy Pha. His early EPs, mixtapes and hundreds of live shows garnered a lot of attention with <br />his creativity, lush sounds and blend of worldly drum configurations. He has worked with chart topping musicians <br />and opened up for artists such as Rick Ross and Flo -rida. <br />Section I. The South Bend Common Council proudly recognizes October London for his amazing musical <br />abilities and successful foray into the music industry. The Council wishes October all the best as he continues to <br />sing, write and produce his music. <br />Section II. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect <br />an the Mayor. <br />Tim Scott, 1St D ,istri�ctt Council Member <br />Re (in Williams P' estop, 2"° District <br />Randv Kell , Yd Distkict Council Member <br />Jo Oden, 4 `1 District Council Member <br />Dr--D-avid Varner, 5th District Council Member <br />Kai mah Fowler, Cit Clerk <br />NOT AMO <br />ADOPTID 6�i /IA)II() <br />its adoption by the Common Council <br />OI`�'� Vis, q' DistrictYouncil Member <br />John Voorde, At Large Council Member <br />Gavin Fe lic, At Large Council Member <br />Karen L. White, At Large Council Member <br />Kathleen Cekanski Farrand, Council Attorney <br />Pete ButtiQi <br />n uerws <br />E S 7 2016 <br />KAREEMAH FOWLER <br />CM CLERK, SOUTH BEND, IN <br />