Thanks to Orlando Miller aka Landlord for providing great vision and support!

 Thanks to Orlando Miller aka Landlord for providing great vision and support, helping to share our performance series with the world! Since 2018 Artjoy has been showcased on Tempo Networks accessing millions of global viewers! Stay tuned there is much more to come!!



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