Elvis Thao

ELVIS THAO (Actor/Musician/Producer/Creative/Public Figure) Elvis Thao has worn a variety of hats in his past and his multi dimensional transparency puts him in a constant transition, and league of his own, above the rest. He was a prior star cast in the Warner Bros. motion picture “Gran Torino” in which he also landed a Hollywood music score. With legendary Clint Eastwood under his belt; Thao has gained experience through his long accomplished journey. Ever- reinventing himself, Thao devotedly pursues the Film Industry in which he has also worked with Hollywood actress Bai Ling, Sean Astin, Madison Davenport and on several independent films, commercial and print. Thao is also an activist who is the Co-Founder of the global non-profit Miracle Comeback, has sponsored recreational programs, and is involved in a lot of charities and volunteer work. Community involvement and social advocate. public speaker, outreach, workshop and discussion, event coordinator/organizer, plus presenter. He is a graduate of Public Allies (AmeriCorps) 2009 and has a certificate in the Philanthropy Incubator Project at Cardinal Stritch University. Thao has been hired by Professors at many Universities across the states and has appeared in many publications, radio stations and television news/media, nationally, such as CCN Magazine, New American Media, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, New York Times, Fox, NBC, CBS news, A&E, PBS, SPNN Studios, Clear Channel/iHeart Radio, Kiss FM, APEX, etc. Musically, he is an artist/rapper/singer/songwriter and guitarist and was a member of the Rock n Roll band The Creatives and also the rap group RARE of Shaolin Entertainment based out of Milwaukee , WI, traveling and touring, performing and building his career, pushing through to the mainstream for many years. He’s also worked alongside many A-list artists including Kanye West, Ludacris, Twista Pharrell Williams, Black Eyed Peas, The Violent Femmes, Willy Porter, and was also looked at by several major record labels/A&Rs, thus enhancing the music revolution for the Asian community. After 10 years, 5 albums, having managed several artists and selling thousands on the road, Thao is now pursuing Directing and Producing on behalf of his Production company Hand Sewn Productions based out of Los Angeles, CA. Thao is a passionate, bold and relentless force to be reckon with - look for him. YOU design yourself. Let’s start the movement!!! Nominated for Hmong Wisconsin Man of the Year 2009 and Radio Milwaukee Solo Artist of the Year 2013. Won the 2010 Midwest Urban Empowerment Awards for Asian American Leadership. Certificate as an International 'Top 10' chart single “Take Me Back” on behalf of IAIRA - a Grammy affiliate 2010.