cotoncandydream Posted January 14 Report Share Posted January 14 I don't even know where to begin.I guess I could start with the very first time I called a label to ask for product years ago and Got this crazy, vivacious, guy Saying OK DIVA BABY WHAT YOU NEED??? Mario friend, colleague, brother, and at times just the reason you smiled in a day, my friend you taught me so much and I love you and will always miss you and everything about you.You're love of music and our community shined through ever day. From when you where at Jellybean to when you made the move to Strictly you always had time for me, eddie, jackie, johnny everyone to lend a ear, give advice or just say the exact thing I needed to hear that moment.May god keep you my friend, my teacher. God rest your soul.We love you.***************************************************\Industry veteran MARIO ALAYON passed from this life on Friday, January 11, 2002 at 2:15AM after a brief illness. He was surrounded by his longtime friend and roommate, Marc Katz, and a bevy of friends.Mario's career in the music industry spanned a quarter of century during which he worked for Warner Brothers, Quality Records in Miami, and owned his own promotion company before moving to New York City in 1996. During his tenure at Jellybean Records and for the past year at Strictly Rhythm/Groovilicious, Mario earned the honor of "Promoter Of The Year," 3 years running. Known affectionately to most as the "Little Diva", he had a knack for making everyone laugh with his outgoing personality and hilarious antics. Rarely was he found alone as he was the type of person people wanted to be around. Mario's beautiful smile will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
liqidxtc Posted January 14 Report Share Posted January 14 I'm sorry you lost such a great friend. I can see this person had a place in your heart. What was the cause of death? RIP dude. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cotoncandydream Posted January 14 Author Report Share Posted January 14 Mario is one of those people that makes us wantto get up inthe morning and still deal with all hte drama becuase the music matters. Unfortunately complications with his liver caused his passing. There is a star missing in the heavens tonight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trancerxn112 Posted January 14 Report Share Posted January 14 Thats horrible... my condolences to his family and close friends... its horrible when someone you love passes away Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teklord310 Posted January 14 Report Share Posted January 14 May he rest in peace. I offer my condolences to family and friends. Just try and stick together during such a rough time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djjonmartin Posted January 14 Report Share Posted January 14 I didn't know Mario well, but I did have the opportunity to speak with him from time to time and I know he was a (very animated) sweetheart, as well as being a top-notch record promoter. I know he will surely be missed by many. My condolences to you, and to his friends and family.We've lost another friend. :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boreese Posted January 14 Report Share Posted January 14 :( :( :( :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magilicuti Posted January 14 Report Share Posted January 14 Good friends are hard to find. My condolences. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siceone Posted January 14 Report Share Posted January 14 Im sorry baby My condolences Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoozi8 Posted January 14 Report Share Posted January 14 Lanie don't forget what I told you this afternoon and a star was ADDED to the heavens Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
godfatherbam Posted January 14 Report Share Posted January 14 i am very sorry to hear about your loss:( , just remember to keep your chin up... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
victor dinaire Posted January 14 Report Share Posted January 14 Dance music lost a very special personhe will be missedvery sad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mysterynyc Posted January 15 Report Share Posted January 15 Originally posted by victor dinaire Dance music lost a very special personhe will be missedvery sad hey. i saw you spin at Leopard Lounge I believe it was on Friday the 4th. Nice set man. I don't know if you remember, I was talking to this cute girl in front of the turntables, she had this shirt that was open on the shoulder on one side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simonvanity Posted January 15 Report Share Posted January 15 Lainie...I am truly sorry and understand how u feel...I didnt get to read this post till now...If you need to talk or anything..I'm always there for ya... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
victor dinaire Posted January 15 Report Share Posted January 15 Originally posted by mysterynyc hey. i saw you spin at Leopard Lounge I believe it was on Friday the 4th. Nice set man. I don't know if you remember, I was talking to this cute girl in front of the turntables, she had this shirt that was open on the shoulder on one side. hey whats up man!! i think i remember!see u soon bro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mysterynyc Posted January 15 Report Share Posted January 15 Originally posted by victor dinaire hey whats up man!! i think i remember!see u soon bro when are you spinning there again...i miss that Ferry Corsten Dutch/Belgian sound Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
victor dinaire Posted January 15 Report Share Posted January 15 i think the 1st fri in febif not the 2nd fri for sure! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mysterynyc Posted January 15 Report Share Posted January 15 Originally posted by victor dinaire i think the 1st fri in febif not the 2nd fri for sure! cool...im there. by the way, any job openings at your label. i have previous experience in licensing and royalties...use to work for EZCD.com/Volatile Media...doesnt exist anymore.i actually have an interview with JuniorVasquezMusic.com...but its an unpaid internship i think. not exactly my style of music anymore, but its a foot in the door you know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xpander Posted January 15 Report Share Posted January 15 Condolences and respects. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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