LETTER FROM THE EDITOR “THE NEW ERA FOR A NEW GENERATION OF DREAMERZ” Music or the Art to transcribe emotions through melodies, sounds, words... Some notes on a piano, some drums on the MPC, a few words on paper ... and suddenly ... the magic happens. From Paris to Miami, NY to Tokyo, London to L.A, Mr Dreamz captures the urban art in all its forms in order to let the street talk. Cultures, languages differ but the message remains the same. With the social networks and new technologies, the magazine aims at openning the door to all these underground artists whose the talent just waiting to be put in front of the stage.Success always comes from dreamz. Working from Paris to Miami, via Montreal, Mr. Dreamz has developed over the years an extensive international network involving all the continents. Travels, cultural experiences and discoveries made all over the globe, are the starting point of the adventure. Working with more than 50 professionals worldwide, the magazine plays its card on the international field. Art... beyond the borders. By providing opportunities for younger generations, the mag has created the movement to help underground talents to get a real exposure and acquire a solid presence through medias, digital and print. Mr Dreamz is positioned as a new springboard for a whole new niche of artists, rappers, singers, producers, models etc ...
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AFRICA & HIP HOP
For our readers, where do you come from? Botswana, Molepolole. Born in the 90s The thing you love about your city? The wildlife. Tourists may be under the impression that there is no humanity where they are going. How did you get into music when you were younger? I missed a group of young lads in a cypher. Agro to hell. The next morning, I bought a USB Mic, downloaded Audacity and started a fire. How did you find your artist name? I was six, on my way to issue a passport. I asked my mother if I could have an English name. I liked Brandon. When I was 9, I was adopted. My father is Blackbeard. So, Brandon Blackbeard. Can you present us your company Blackbeard Media? Blackbeard Media. reBuilds recording StudiosHomes to Rappers By Force! Representing. We organise and hold down outdoor events. We offer audio and video production. Management & Publishing. Is the market good in Africa for those services? It is, if your mind is your business. Consistency, passion and dedication. All equity of survival. Let’s talk about the Power Shift video... What is the concept behind that song? Restoration by means of man. Explanatory by the gift of global pointing and positioning. Tough ignorance fueled by money. Power to the skin of the apple, glory. No matter where you from.
Can we expect other videos during 2014? Yes, fortunately. There is so much availability of space. Pretty cool conditions. Thats just in a narrow outlook of my region on its inside. Outside these borders is more creative minds looking to share their world. Do you think videos are the best way to market music nowadays? As long as equipment is made readily accessible by exchange of knowledge & exposure. We can accept that promotion creates market, promoters take money. Music speaks for itself! What are your projects for this summer 2014? Im looking at Japan. I get most high voltage reception to see about that temple. I’ll revisit soon. Top Music has created an interactive way of attraction with the East. Music without limits. Much like us. Personally the Jungle Fever is my favorite song. Can you define this single in three words and explain it... Abrupt. Pain. Decisive. Ignition of a functional hub. Is there too much violence in Hip hop? Nah, not at all. What is your challenge? Put Botswana on the map? Control. Your own control is our worst enemy. It is over protective. It shields doing want we truly want. With that desire there is no breakthrough. Then we get mad at God for forsaking us or we seek God even more. This where Reign wins us all over again. Back in control.
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“Black & White. This song simply depicts my situation at home. Being raised by an interracial couple...�
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How do you imagine yourself, ten years from now? Super Sonic Hearing. I can just switch on, and on again. What are your dreams? Evolution manipulates in any ware continuum. I need to relive through my music. Learners need to be able to hear my thought telepathy process in all living quantums. To become a Master of my algorithm. Do you regard yourself as an entrepreneur, a visionnaire or as an artist? Artist because I have to create something new, this gives way to Entrepreneur. That’s one hat. Above all I regard myself as a student. In this, a chapter is spontaneous. Keeping it together conquers all failures. What has been your biggest buzz so far? To tell the truth, I am buzzless, A predator in the night’s darkest corners of Geographic stats give me satisfaction of knowing $50.00 pays for this when I want it. Somewhere one listens, one watches and I notice. Do you produce as well? I have not thought about learning to produce in terms of beat making. However I use my ability to song write in situations of featuring other artist. It is often always my approach on the song that carves their verse’s influence. For me that is producing beyond seated discussions regarding guidelines beforehand, it saves time in studio and it generally elects the better artist who then provides leadership necessary to propel themselves and others not only in situations of their music but rather everyday lives. What do you hope you’ll be doing in 10 years time? I want to have developed a media firm running competition aside that which seems to only be a by state industry. Im going to need TV Studios, solutionsFully equipped with editing suites, Movie Budgets, 1 or 9 Radio Stations with extended Frequencies to tower neighboring Countries beyond and only one newspaper. As far as digital grows, I wish to be able to raise awareness to help enhance benefits.
Give us your Top 3 best current emcee... B.O.B- Fascinating straight forward lyricism which allows listeners to directly relate to his storytelling. Earl Swearshirt- Real life clown. His originality in his style of genre helps separate his talent from who he really is. He takes his work seriously and has a trippy sense for sound. Veezo- Adaptation. In any song, he comes closest to communicating in any familiar tone he chooses. He’s about furtherance, Reflecting flows and feeding back the commercial system in his name, his voice and work ethic. Top 3 best emcee of All Time... Kanye West- He’s a futurist, what enables him is his willingness to speak out. Beyond music. He has taught me that music is merely one tool that supplements creativity. We’re alive not to be restrained by any one choice that works but rather open to a whole lot of platforms. Hence I believe he is the greatest singer that ever lived. Kid Cudi- Concept wise Kid Cudi has created a world of his own. There is no duplicating him. Im talking Album Art, Melodies, Rap? That dude don’t Rap…Whatever it is, it’s wild! Eminem- Rap God. He creates from experience, often getting the most personal. Top 3 best songs in 2014... Days In The West- Tinashe- Drake Cover. This girl is passionate about this work. She has an addictive voice. God Level- Kanye West. The drums are fit for the battle. Kanye understood visuals would be more of a filler for the advert. It’s as if he was destined to get the job since posting that picture of him and Kim posing as Christ The Redeemer in Rio. Epic futurist Believe Me- Lil Wayne. Carter season fever. Wayne believes what he says. Even from years ago. He mentioned on one of his interviews that Rapping is a sport, you have to be confident and committed. So I like how this Carter was ‘leaked’. Using athletes like Kobe and Floyd social media to kick start the hype. The song was ayt. Top 3 best Videos in 2014 Pitbull Terrier- Die Antwoord. They remain Indie. Their ideas are bright, Expressions are relative to song. Industry Outlaws doing it for them. Cosmos- Profresher KT. This video is so black
“Kanye West...Beyond music. He has taught me that music is merely one tool that supplements creativity.” AFRICA & HIP HOP
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“I run it all South’s got a fucking problem? Take the train down Harlem. All em, alarm Allah- The green shape God’em, showed that the problem propel them to poverty, hourly. Ali, reaching at a distance-significant. This then to represent, Black Power Rich Again. Volume up, Album out Liquor store onlinethey can sip it indoors” & white. Personally I feel it reflects the harmony with music between black males and white females in South Africa. It is non sexual apart from in its fashion wear. It will portray imagery and set a tone of respect not just among race but sexism as well. Shots On Shots- Ice Prince. I like that he’s on top of the bus. Not the back of the bus. Nigeria is now the leading African Powerhouse and it is because of Communications and Nollywood. Because we don’t need direct translation in order to feel the art. My best verse was... Fucking Problems Cover- “I run it all South’s got a fucking problem? Take the train down Harlem. All em, alarm Allah- The green shape God’em, showed that the problem propel them to poverty, hourly. Ali, reaching at a distance-significant. This then to represent, Black Power Rich Again. Volume up, Album out Liquor store online-they can sip it indoors” My best experience in studio was... This one morning, it was rough, no fuel in the tank, no food in the stomach and a kwaii (cigarette) was scarce. I was Dead Broke. That was the first time I ever wrote with such conviction. Fed up & fortune telling from a very dark perspective. I ended the verse with “For my soul as price, take it and give me light” My best video was... Blackbeard Media-Interview Tshego I really enjoyed playing Interviewer. The questions just came flowing, the edit was even more impressive because I was able to choose what I wanted to hear him say, based on the questioning style of my approach. Stuff like “What do you eat” he then can say “Business” Instead of the real being about stomach satisfaction. We then get a preview of his fashion Voodoo as a selling point and his music (Electro Love) which I felt was a strong point to tie with the ‘Cell C’ advert campaign on the Youtube screen in sync with his lyrics “When we need to connect its so damn easy” That video sends a message that is more ways than one. Phone Companies just aint buying. Otherwise sleeping. Best way to define myself is... Im a spear headed perfectionist, I have to get it where I want it. I will not tire nor will I overwork my ability. Best way to turn my dreams into reality is... To trust every dream, vision and train of thought I get into. There’s a lot more going on with who I am the way I am.
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TYGERIA
“I am a chameleon” What is your definition of Beauty? Someone who has a good heart is beautiful. How long have you been in the modeling industry? I have started two years ago and have come such a long way in such a short period of time. At what point in life did you know you wanted to be a model? I had to hit rock bottom before I had the attitude I needed to have for this industry. I had the attitude that I had nothing left to lose and that made my decision for me. The worst someone could say to me is no. What makes you unique and different from other models? I think what makes me unique is I am a chameleon and I have the ability to portray whatever I want to and most women can’t do that. They are either editorial all the time or pin up or alternative. I try to give everyone something new and my name is unique because it is legally the name I was born with, not some name I made up. How is the modeling industry in your area? Do you feel their are a lot of opportunities in your area? Yes and no, I will explain. The modeling industry where I live is great because anyone can be anything they want to be. You can act or model or dance or sing and do the things you always dreamed of doing, but the issue where I live is so many people who want to be these things, but no one is making money to claim the title because when you have a job, you make money. You want to be a model so you go to LA, New York, Paris, and Japan even, but not Las Vegas. You have to travel out of here to be a quote “real model.”
Is modeling your full job? yes it is. For you, what do you think are the most important characteristics to succeed in the industry? Drive and Determination and a humble attitude. Who would you say is the person who inspired you? I have a friend who is a model and she was lightyears ahead of me at the time and I was looking at her port because I have always loved fashion and Vogue and Magazines. She was beautiful and I felt so down on myself and my dad told me you are prettier than her. Why don’t you try to model and I remember laughing at the idea, like me? LOL No never and look at me now haha. Do you plan on getting into singing, acting, dancing? Yes I have done all. I did a commercial and music video. I have been a dance instructor until the modeling stuff took over and danced my whole life in ballet and tap and hip hop and jazz lessons. I was in music theater and majored in theater when I was in school.
Official Website: www.tygeria1.com
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Growing up in San Francisco Bay Area, who was your mentor when you were younger? In high school I had a History teacher named Greg Henley that really pushed me and believed in me. I had a great time in high school slacking off, telling jokes, sitting in the back and not fully engaging with school work. One day, Mr. Henley called me into his classroom, closed the door and told me that the only person that didn’t think I was smart and capable enough to succeed was myself. That changed a lot for me. I realized that I had the tools to do what I wanted if only I would get up and do it. I’ve never forgotten that. He taught me that it was up to me how my life shakes out. During the 5 past years, you have played in so many movies/tv shows... So far, what has been your top 3 best memories? I’ve been really lucky to work with amazing people over the last 5 years. Let’s start there. Sitting around the study table for the “Advanced Dungeons and Dragons” episode of Community will always be the life changing moment for me. That was the first time I realized I could really do this. I could really be an actor. Also being directed by Bryan Cranston while dressed as Santa in the Christmas episode of Modern Family was incredible. He’s a guy who cuts right to the meat of the story and the work, I learned a lot from Heisenberg. Lastly, I met Henry Winkler on the set of Royal Pains while we were both wearing tuxedoes and the first thing he said to me was “Ain’t this the life?” Damn straight. Can you tell us more about your recent 2014 projects? Yes! In July I have a horror flick coming out called Haunting of Cellblock 11 that I’m very proud of. We shot it for 2 weeks at Missouri State Penitentiary and it was one of the most intense experiences I’ve ever had. I’m working on a web series right now called Believer that should be out later this year. I just shot a western with Edward James Olmos yesterday actually, which was pretty sweet. What is the main differences between C.Koontz & Fat Neil? I have a touch more confidence than Neil does haha. I’ve been lucky enough to be constantly supported by friends and family so I haven’t fallen into the depths of despair like Neil. It was interesting to experience that kind of exclusion and vitriol, though. Chevy is so good in that D&D episode that I really got worked up a few times. It’s difficult to receive that kind of criticism over and over again. By the end of it I really felt for Neil and everyone that happens to. I’ll always have a soft spot in my heart for Neil. Who is the funniest? Between me and Neil? I’m obviously much funnier than that sad sack. Although he did lighten up in later seasons. I like to think working at the Greendale radio station loosened him up and he was rocking zingers by the end. The Craziest? I think just being at Greendale Community College would make anyone crazy so I’m gonna have to go with Neil on that one. The most confident with women? I’m gonna call this one an even split! I think Neil knows how to woo a woman. We all saw how he got Vicki. I’ve always though he had some game in him deep down. Way to go Neil! Your biggest success? Professionally, my biggest success has to be the wonderful time I spent on Community. It really did change my life and I’ll be forever grateful for the opportunity to hang out with that cast, crew and writers and become friends with them before it was all over. We had a great run and I would’t change a thing.
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“10 Years from now I hope to have my own radio show and also would love to have most of my bookings coming from overseas!”
Do you regard yourself as a DJ or a creator? I consider myself both a Dj and a creator. Every night and every day, I create something new from doing radio, mixtapes, clubs and engineering. Those tasks bring my creative side out as Dj and a producer. My job is to create the sound for the night life. As a Dj, it’s important to master all areas. That’s Key to success. Why is DJ DRAMA your model? I grew up listening to Dj Drama. He plays an important role when you mention my brand and my name. I watched how he followed his dreams and was still able to obtain his college degree. He’s a role model to kids and many other Djs. Watching someone become successful with their gift and help others in the process, who share the same goals and believes is a blessing. The key to this business is to help others. When you are put in a good position, help someone that’s on the rise. Dj Drama is a perfect example of helping.
Your name “NEW ERA”… Does it mean you are about to bring something totally new in the Industry? My name NEW ERA came from the New Era hats. I wear a lot of hats when I Dj. The 1st name I came up with was Dj Fitted Cap Low. Many people said the name was wack!! Lol. Dj Holiday really gave me my name. When I was in college, Holiday came to Huntsville, Al, to promote and do a lot of parties. Every time he came, I walked up to him with a tone of cds and I would had a (New Era) hat on my head. The third time Holiday came, I walked up to him. He said, ‘man how many hats do you own? Every time I see you, it’s a new hat. Your name should be DJ NEW ERA.’ What has been your biggest buzz so far? My biggest buzz came after college. I hosted a mixtape for an artist named Spank Lee out of Mobile, AL. That one mixtape lead to 9 more
Mobile Artist working with me and my brand. I also was booked several times in the area to host and Dj parties. I won Mixtape Dj Of The Year for the 2013 Real talk Magazine and I also was Nominated Slept of Dj for 2014 SEA. Working with Spank Lee helped my brand and helped my name. Shouts out to Mobile, AL. They show mad love. Keep your ears tuned to the streets we got more work coming! When you reflect on your life so far what’s the best thing you’ve done as a man? The best thing I’ve done as man is being a father to my son. He looks up to me and admires the fact I’m a hard worker. I’m a father before any of this. I also am a role model to many kids at his school. They ask question about my career and I give them good advice. Giving back is what God wants me to do and I spread his word through my music.
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How are you Tino? It sounds like you are a very busy entrepreneur! What are your current projects? Thank you for giving me the chance to talk about EXLEY. Currently, my team and I are working on our new technology platform that we believe will revolutionize the way we create and consume digital content. It will enable anyone to easily create and share content in a “mobile-native” format and at the same time allow you to easily find and connect with content that you love, cutting also facts from fluff. Can you describe your EXLEY concept in three words? Unique: We believe that there simply is no other concept out there like ours. Disruptive: EXLEY is designed to empower people to become media, it’s from the people for the people. Overdue People don’t believe in mainstream media anymore like they used to. A recent study showed that 77% of Americans said they DISTRUST the mainstream news institutions in the United States. How did you find this idea? This was a process. A few years ago, a friend of mine and I were looking at a few gossip and
entertainment news sites on the web. And then it just hit me as I realized that all these sites basically brought the same news, but with a local flavor. Still, you had to go to so many different sources, never really sure that you find what you were looking for. So the question was simple: why not create a “one-stop shopping solution”? People need to start finding and stop searching what they want to read. On top of all, I got so frustrated with the fact that all this wide-spread content was so hard to read on a smartphone. I got sick of all the scrolling, zooming and accidentally hitting of wrong buttons. It was like squeezing an elephant through a keyhole.That is why we re-engineerd the content production process. And last but not least, we realized that we all are the “eye on the street” - you, your readers, we all are. That brought us to the concept of “citizen journalism”. Is the new generation ready for your app? I truly believe the new generation is ready for our app and the idea and concept behind it. I also truly believe and hope that it will be a stepping stone in this monumental change we currently experience in media.
TINO DIETRICH
#GETEXLEY @Tino20144
Official Website: www.getexley.com
#2014 “One reason why we see so many young companies is their ability to react faster to new shifts and trends, and because they are amping up the innovation cycles of the industry.” Can you describe your “Portopong” concept in three words? 100% PORTABLE – It just is, what other product can you take in a lake, to a concert, in the pool, or inside for a party. AMAZEBALLS – It just is an amazing product – ‘nough said. FUN simply put, that’s what PORTOPONG was and is about, is having fun with friends. How did the fans welcome that innovating product? What do you think? We invented the world’s first inflatable beer pong table! They loved us for it! Granted we had a few haters that would yell at us “that was my idea”, but most of them just kept smacking their foreheads saying “why didn’t I think of that”. The Beerpong is so popular in North America... How can you explain that? We are sports addicted and more competitive than most others, plus I think there is a splash of ADD in us all, we like to keep entertained and moving all the time compared to some of our laid back counterparts around the world. Is there a demand for your product in Europe? And other continents? YES – Germany, Australia, UK, and Denmark love PORTOPONG and a big shout out to our neighbors up north in Canada. The Canadians
are really getting into it these days! We love seeing this global impact we have in a pong universe. What do you answer to those people who think you encourage the new generations to drink? I don’t – I encourage people to be social and play a fun game with each other, I don’t advocate being stupid, or abusive. I play with water in my cups and chill with a beverage of choice in hand and sip accordingly. You want to play with water or juice or nothing play the game and enjoy it – but don’t blame us if you think this was what sparked that generations behavioral issues. Is the “spring break time” your best market? Heck NO – spring breakers are cheap! They have spent all there hard earned parents money on buying tickets to destinations and any cash they have left is going to filling the cooler. Do we think they should bring a PORTOPONG – um – YEAH! Tropical places, pools, oceans, need a lead in to make new friends – how couldn’t PORTOPONG not help them.
As an innovator, what is your next challenge? Our biggest challenge is staying ahead of the rest and making sure people know the difference between the quality and thought that went into making PORTOPONG compared to other products. “My dreams are simple – make enough to live comfortably, buy an island, move to the island, and enjoy the rest of my days as king of the island!”
JERRY PISCITELLI
#PORTOPONG @Portopong
The first time you eat an Offenbacher fudge? My mother made the Original Recipe every Christmas. I was pretty young the first time I can remember enjoying it, but looked forward to it each year after that! I remember feeling safe, warm and loved! The first time you knew you would work in that field? #FudgeIndustry I started trying to make my mother’s fudge in 2009. I knew, when my friends tasted it and loved it, that it was meant to be.
@WhyTheFudgeNot
KELLY DIXON
#OFFENBACHER #FUDGE
The first time a celebrity talked about your fudges? It was last year at the MTV Movie Awards Style Lounge at the SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills. Besides gifting over 200 boxes of my fudge, celebrities were also able to sample on the spot; thus, creating instant feedback. The celebrities were great. They used Twitter, Facebook, emails and text about how much they loved my fudge! The first time a major TV Channel talked about your products? Actually Offenbacher Gourmet Fudge was featured on QVC last fall.
What are your favorite fudges? Honestly, I grew up being a fudge snob. I never ever found another type of fudge that could compare to my mother’s fudge. So her fudge was the one and only, the Original Recipe which is Milk Chocolate with English Walnuts! The perfect fudge for a romantic date? After my mother passed away and I started making her fudge, I created some new flavors. So I would say my Dark Chocolate Roasted Hazelnut Raspberry would be the perfect romantic flavor, wouldn’t you? Pair it with a nice glass of wine and do I need to say any more? The perfect fudge for the Valentine’s day? Let’s go with my Dark Chocolate Black Walnut Champagne flavor for this special holiday. Add a glass of bubbly and you’ve got a date! The perfect fudge for kids? My mother’s Original Recipe is perfect for kids. It was my favorite childhood memory. This recipe and tradition was started in 1938 when my mother got married, and was carried on every Christmas since then, over 75 years.
“My next challenge is creating a delicious snack food that is sprinkled with my amazing fudge.” www.offenbacherfudge.com For our readers, where do you come from? Where were you born? I come from the greatest and most underrated city on the planet in my opinion, Toronto. I was born and raised on the west side of the city, where I spent at least 90% of my youth. How is the local Hip Hop scene in your area? The scene is quite big if you know where to look, it gets as small as just passing bars back and forth at lunch tables to the very own King of the Dot, which is immensely respected everywhere. so you can say Toronto has a good mix when it comes to the hip hop scene.
REZZI
#TORONTO #CREATIVE @TheRealRezzi
The thing you love the most about your city? The thing I love most is not knowing all of it. I know that there are bigger cities in the world but Toronto is still large in my eyes, well, enough to say that I don’t know all of it completely. Now and then I still hear about or come across spots or even streets I’ve never heard of before. The thing you hate? Stress. that has to be the thing I hate the most. it’s never good for you, and it ruins people. I’d rather live stress free and devote my time to better things then to surround myself with that kind of negativity, which is never a good thing. Let’s talk about the message behind your music. Obviously, you are very involved in
Bully Prevention. Personally, did you face bullying at school? In my younger youth, I did and it was heavily too. It was something I had to take as a kid, something I couldn’t escape personally. with that said, it carried on till near the ends of my elementary school years, that’s when everyone decided that I wasn’t a fun target anymore. What is your message for all those victims who arent able to break the silence? Patience, and strength are both virtues. Bullying now-a-days is short lived, and the longer you go without letting it break you, the easier it becomes to break through from it. Pain is temporary, but achievement is forever. What are your upcoming projects for the summer 2014? My EP that will come out later in the year titled “Wall of Words”, definitely something everyone should be prepared for. That does not go without mentioning all of the other projects that are on the list! What are your dreams? Simple, My dream is to become the pinnacle of music. I look up to all of these Hip Hop heavy weights and know that I want to be better then my creators. essentially meaning that I want to take everything that has been done, and push the limits further.
“My EP that will come out later in the year titled “Wall of Words”, definitely something 21 everyone should be prepared for.”
“Well everybody comments on my eyes. I have long black hair, natural dark skin and i am Asian and White Irish which is a crazy mix” How long have you been in the modeling industry? 7 years At what point in your life did you know that you wanted to be a model? I was dancer and then become a model when I was asked to go to India to do Bollywood. Tell us how you are unique compared to other models. what do you bring to the modeling industry? Well everybody comments on my eyes. I have long black hair, natural dark skin and i am Asian and White Irish which is crazy mix. How is the modeling industry in Manchester? Do you feel that there are a lot of opportunities for young upcoming models? It’s always same look over here... Blonde hair, blue eyes... They never really go outside the box and look for other types.
Is Modeling your full time job ? Yes I work for playboy as I have just signed a 3 year contract and work on TV in UK on playboyTV. So tune in guys! How many tattoos you got? I have a half sleeve one which i am taking to full sleeve and butterfly on my pussy bone and 4 other little tattoos. For you, what characteristics are the most important to succeed in this industry? I want to be the best in everything I do and guide other young girls in the right path.
For the fans, are you single? ( dont break hearts! :-) yes am single! What body part of yours attracts the most attention? Eyes and bum! If you had to sleep with one woman who would it be? Angelia Jolie Do you own any adult videos? If you go on Sexstation, you can view videos of me! Tell us something your parents don’t know about you… I fancy girls sometimes
Who would you say is the personn that did really inspire you? My mum What do you do in your spare time when you are not modeling? Look after my daughter and my chug pet dog.
AND GOD CREATED... TIA CLEGG Follow me @TiaPlayBoyTV
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TEERA
“The local urban scene in Senegal is insane. There’s this blend of pop culture coupled with the traditional vibe and it’s a perfect combination. You can never get bored in Dakar cause the city literally never sleeps.” For our readers, where do you come from? Where were you born? I am from Dakar, Senegal. I live there until my teen years. How is the local urban scene in Senegal? The local urban scene in Senegal is insane. There’s this blend of pop culture coupled with the traditional vibe and it’s a perfect combination. You can never get bored in Dakar cause the city literally never sleeps. The thing you love about your birth city? What I love the most about Dakar, and Senegal in general is the warmth of the people. Everybody is like family. The city is beautiful, the beaches are awesome and of course the food is excellent. The thing you hate? TRAFFIC…. (LOL) What are the other countries you have visited so far? Being the child of “expats”, I’ve been to many countries and still love to travel as an adult. I’ve been to all continents except for South America and Asia. I’ve been to Morocco, Niger, France, Denmark just to name a few. How did Houston welcome you? Houston is my home and it’s been nothing but good to me. I love this city. I fell in love with the city while visiting from Louisiana, my parents’ home state. I would visit every chance I got and as soon as I was old enough to be on my own, I packed up and moved during freshman year in College. The things that did surprise you the most in America... I can’t really say that anything surprised me in American because it wasn’t a drastic change when I finally moved back. I was born abroad but I was raised in the culture having Senegalese/American parents. But there are huge differences between Senegal and America, culturally and you do get a culture shock after spending so much time in Africa. It’s just a different scene.
How did you find your artist name? My stage name is a combination of the names of the two most important people in my life and are my world. I thought it was so cool and unique when I came up with it but then found out that it was an extremely common name in East Asia (LOL…what are the odds, right?). When you google Teera, about a thousand hits come up. So far, what are your 3 biggest Highlights? My three biggest highlights so far are “Flashy”, of course, because it was my first official single and video and it gave me a big exposure. The second one was being able to perform at the FESMAN (the Festival Mondial des Art Noir) in Dakar back in 2010. That was historical and I was extremely proud to have been a part of it. The third one would be “Fatelikou” with Dyno. I won an award in Senegal as one of the “tube de L’annee”. That award meant a great deal to me because it was recognition from my homeland. Let’s talk about that meeting with Mati Dollar... Meeting with Mati Dollar was bound to happen because we were both from Houston as it turned out I was very good friend with her brother but he never made a big deal about it. When I started to get involved in the music scene, he came clean and gave me her number, and I called her up. She is an amazing person and took right to me. She is like a big sister to me. She introduces me to everyone she knows and make me a part of everything she does. She is part of the people who gave me a boost when I first got started and I owe a lot to her. Tell us the kraziest story you ever had in your life... I would say that is when I was kidnapped as a child. I was about 4 years old and was with my late grandmother at a wedding, I believe. I was very young but I remember it quite vividly because it was quite an experience. It was night time, and some lady grabbed me as we were leaving the ceremony and offered to buy me some candy, and I went with her (kids, right?). She didn’t harm me though, she just stole my clothes and shoes and left me outside some store. The cops were notified right away and there was a search party out looking for me. Some nice guy picked me up and took me to some other place which I no longer recall but bottom line is they knew my grandmother or they knew about the search, but I ended safe and sound with her.
“My stage name is a combination of the names of the two most important people in my life and are my world.”
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