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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KRAY & THE FALLEN KINGS
“The Industry Is Too Fake! (...) But I refuse to switch up just to be mainstream”
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“You can help a person 99 times but that one time you tell them NO, it becomes a problem�
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“Determination always overcomes Obstacles” How are you Kray! How have you been since the last FKR Mr Dreamz feature? I’ve been good man and i am always appreciative of the opportunity y’all give us. Just been growing as an artist and figuring out life. Things have been good, I’ve just been taking a positive look at everything, saying fuck the bullshit & keeping it moving. Paying my dues and hopefully soon, everyone will get a feel for the music I make. I want everyone to share my pain as well as the many good moments through my music. I’m just focused on making hits right now. I want to give a huge shoutout to Heartbeatz for producing most of this album and having a hands on approach with everything, mad respect for that man right there. T1T0 productions for the studio time and the mixing and always giving some recording advice and of course 4kVisions for always coming through with the videos and pictures. Also a huge shout out to my street team! When I say “if my brothers didn’t tell me that I got it, I probably wouldn’t get it, mess around and just miss it” I mean that. They keep me grounded and motivated. Much love to Jay,Ivan,Kilo,Cisco,KB & Irvin. Lastly I want to thank Half Deezy my business partner in FKR. That man has made moves for us that some will not even know of. A lot of the success we are about to touch is thanks to his hard work and dedication to the Company. What have you all accomplished since 2013? Well myself and my FKR brother Half Deezy finally established Fallen Kings Records as a company. We both got on our grind to figure out what we needed to further our careers and to get grounded in this business. We are still working with our artists & bringing you some heat real soon. We still rock with the same artists as well as a couple new signees. The fam is growing! Aside from that I released my mixtape Empathy. That was a tape I put together to get a lot off my chest, at the moment I was going through it. I got a good response from the fans on that project. When you make real music people will always appreciate it. I also released a free version of the Presidential mixtape I did with Bizzy Bone. I just wanted to give the fans an opportunity to get it for free, you know everyone is always going to find a way to get the music free so I might as well give them the option. But the iTunes version has 3 extra tracks. Both of those are available on datpiff. com under KrayFKR Started the writing and recording of Empathy Vol.2 while I worked on the new album as well. I’ve just been feeling real determined to make this happen. And personally, as a man? Just growing up man. No stress and bullshit and just furthering myself as a person. Trying to have more faith and positivity. Trying to get ahead and take care of my family and not worry about much other than what concerns me. I wanna send some love to my dog that just passed, Keno. I don’t mess with too many people so my dogs is what I got, I be on my DMX shit!
Let’s talk about your upcoming album. “No Favors No Thank You”... Three words to describe it... Get By Music…I’m making the music that you can throw on and just vibe too and allow it to get you through the day. Whatever you are feeling at that moment or going through I want my music to help you enjoy the day even more or to pull you through the tough time. I want my fans to be able to relate. Why did you choose this title? What is your message? Its all self explanatory really, people are really reluctant to help you out when you need it and when you help them a lot of the times you will get under appreciated. Cant get a Favor from a homie and they definitely don’t thank you. I’ve always said “you can help a person 99 times but that 1 time you tell them NO, it becomes a problem” That’s the life view of it, as far as the message that goes with the music. We have built FKR on our own, point blank! They overlook us and pass us up and when we have lend a hand to others they seem to forget that. But it all good, we are here and the fact that we worked this hard for it makes it that much more special. At the end of it all, we made it with No Favors- No Thank you! Is it a way to say that Determination always overcomes Obstacles? Hell yeah! You have to be willing to go hard for what you want. With that, comes a lot of sacrifices, but as long as you are determined to see it happen, it will! Trust me man I know about them late nights and early morning, spending my last bit of money for a beat or for studio time, taking a trip not knowing where we will sleep when we get there, I’ve done all of that. I’ve given a lot to this music and I know everyone will hear the passion in it when it drops. I always said “Not everyone is willing to drop it all to seek something that isn’t promised” Looking at the tracklist, we notice you have some prestigious features. Let’s talk first about that song with Scarface! How did you hook up with him? The homie Trakksounds and Black Card Steve O hooked it up. We linked up through Heartbeatz. Scarface always been one of those rappers that motivated me and that I have respected. Always said if the opportunity came about, I would make it happen. I honestly did not think the opportunity to work with him would come this soon but definitely feel blessed that it did. I appreciate everyone involved in making that happen. Heartz made a custom beat for the song and the concept of talking to the Gravedigger came from the Dave Mathews Band song. Scarface added a classic verse on there and I know any fans of real music will appreciate what we both have done on this track. I’m actually out in Texas now getting ready to shoot a video later this week to that song, be on the lookout!
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“Shit man the first time I worked with Young Noble I was ecstatic. I know what The Outlawz mean to music and the fact that they were the group formed by one of my favorite rappers just made it that much more special.�
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As a hip hop lover, what did you feel that day you recorded with the legendary Outlaws? Shit man the first time I worked with Young Noble I was ecstatic. I know what The Outlawz mean to music and the fact that they were the group formed by one of my favorite rappers just made it that much more special. I’ve done a couple things with Noble now, I was even featured on his Outlaw Nation vol.2 mixtape so that’s been a huge motivation to me. It has been crazy though to see how some artist who you never thought you would meet can really embrace what you do. Helps you believe in yourself that much more. To have artist that we look up to in the hip hop scene appreciate the work we do and acknowledge us as peers is a blessing. Getting to work with Hussein Fatal on this new project as well just boosted the high. Shoutout to the Outlawz for the love they shown a homie, real dudes right there. There is Young Buck as well on it! Krazy!No? Man we got Young Buck, Krayzie Bone and a rock band called Forever Town just to name a few. There will be a couple more features on there you just gotta wait and see. You plan to release soon your first single “I’ll Be”... Reading those three words, we imagine a very positive single... Right? Yes sir, when I wrote my verse to the song I knew which direction I wanted to go with it and big credits to HeartBeatz and 5comentarios for the production on that track. The feel for it was already there. So after I laid my verse down I linked up with Heartbeatz homie Jonathas who killed it on the hook, he took the track to where it needed to be. Once that was all set in place I already had my mind made up that I wanted to work with Devin The Dude so we got in touch with him and he came through and trust me, you will love this track. Can we expect a couple videos promoting your EP? Most definitely! Actually just got back from Delaware last week we shot 2 videos with our fam 4KVisions. Out here in Texas now getting ready to shoot 3 more and I am definitely going to shoot a few back home in DC. So we will have a couple visuals for you to check out with the album. Where will your fans get it? Itunes? Datpiff? Itunes, we are going to try and distribute the album on Itunes as well as in a few stores. At the same time Empathy vol.2 will be available for free on datpiff so hopefully that motivates people to purchase the album. At the end of the day I just want people to hear the music, at the same time I do this to one day provide for my fam. So I’m very grateful for those that do go out and purchase a cd or get on itunes to support. Unfortunately it looks like we may be pushing the album to a later date in the Fall as opposed to this summer, but it is all going to be worth it. Just making sure the project is everything we want it to be.
What are your dreams? Do you live from your music? My dreams are simple, I just want my family to be straight. Im not looking to be a billionaire, it would be nice but I just want to be able to make sure my family doesn’t have to worry about the stuff we think about now. We don’t have it all the way bad but i’ve seen my parents, aunts, uncles and friends come from nothing and work hard to have what we do now. I cant take any of that for granted and would like to repay their hard work in a way. I know what it is to be broke so to be able to look into my bank and know im straight and my family is good then I feel i’ve succeeded. I want my music to be heard by many, I know my music is not what everyone is into right now but I refuse to switch up just to be mainstream. I do this for the people who listen to music to get them through the hard times. I listen to music to get me by so I want to give that back to my fans. I respect the hell out of Big Krit for sticking to his style and doing the underground thing. Its not the most marketable music but he has found his way to reaching fans and finding success. If anybody got the connect to Krit tell him I’m trying to work haha! The music has been treating us well, mainly doing features is what provides. But I have my regular job out here in DC. I would like to make the music my full time job soon but then I find at times, the industry is too fake. We have dealt with some things that will make you realize your favorite rapper is a fake. Not all these rappers want to see the next guy make it. I wont give names just yet but know we have dealt with some shady folk and they are household names. I stick to Fallen Kings Records, some faces have come and gone but the label will always be whats real to me. As long as my fam is still pushing for success and my team is behind me, we will make this journey work. Tell us the kraziest story you ever had in your life... I think the craziest story as far as this music goes is just having traveled and got around to all these shows. I never thought I would have touched some of the stages that we have and I definitely didn’t think I would have traveled to some of the places we been to. But as far as life goes, I almost drowned once in El Salvador. That shit was crazy as fuck but I made it out! Ocean out there was not playing that day. A fisherman went in to try help us out and he fell back and told my folks “Current is too strong, they are not gonna come out of there” shit was wild. But I was blessed to get out and we still here pushing for something better. We definitely gon make something happen just look out for us. Much love to El Salvador that’s where my fam is from. LAST WORD... Keep an ear out for my work, I appreciate everyone that takes the time to listen. I am grateful for those that hit me up to let me know my music has helped them in some way. Will it be the type of music everyone is used to now? Probably not, but I can tell you that I feel you will find a song on the album to help get you by. Keep an ear out and follow me on twitter and IG @krayFKR Much love to everyone showing love!
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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
Follow me on twitter @Tygeria1
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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.
CHARLEY VS FAT NEIL... INTERVIEW 18
“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.
Follow me on twitter @TheRealDJNewEra
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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.
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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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