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Daughter of Motown music mogul Berry Gordy
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Wellington Bullings New Single: Flame
Describe the music you create. The music I create is multi-faceted and influenced by many genres. I’m heavily influenced by Soul, R&B, and Jazz. My goal is to heal, inspire, and uplift my listeners with my music. Who are your influences that have shaped your career in music? There’s a long list for that question but I’ll try to keep it short. I would say Billie Holiday, Ella Fitgerald, Nina Simone, Stevie Wonder, Erykah Badu, Norah Jones, Esperanza Spalding, D’angelo, Sade, Lianne La Havas….the list goes on.
Tell us about your inspiration for your new single, Flame. I wrote ‘Flame’ as a love letter to blackness. 2020 was a year of distress for many reasons…one being that we were all exposed to the racial injustices that re emerged throughout the year. Because black people were bearing the brunt of it, I wanted to write a song that would focus on uplifting the black community. My goal was to write a song that would celebrate black beauty and brilliance.
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How did the theme for your new song come about? As a black woman myself, I felt the weight of these injustices differently. I was looking for a way to uplift and soothe myself through the pain, and my hope was that it would do the same for others. I wanted to remind myself and other black people that we are worthy, and that not only do our lives matter, but we deserve to be heard, seen, and celebrated too. How can fans find your music? You can find me on just about every social media platform! I also have a website: wellingtonbullings.com Please list your social media links with us. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellingtonbullings/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Wellington-Bullings-169654233098842 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/17dMU9NWt5sbb1ulP2vVos Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/wellington-bullings Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjcm0P0qeGtgqIcPD0lVbkw Check out Wellington’s music video for ‘Flame’ at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ydNqyn52V2s
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Ontario Phoenix Building His Castle
When did you first get into music? I first started writing music the end of 6th grade. It started as poetry and then formed into rap when I was in 8th grade.
Who or What influenced you to pursue a career in music? My struggles, pain, the feeling of making music. Made me feel better, and gave me an outlet for that pain and struggle. I could take anything and create it into a song. I’m an empath and can also give an outlet for someone else by writing things relatable to other people. Describe your style of music. A new sound, different from the rest, bringing in bits from old school, r&b, drill, and hip hop/rap. In my own lane, an unnamed, new, upcoming genre. How has your music evolved since you first started in the music industry? I’ve grown and I learned to speak on different things, I took myself out of a box, being one specific sound and message, and now I talk about meaningful, relatable things as well as things going on in my life with love and friends and me evolving into the man I am.
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If you were forced to choose only one, which emotion, more than any other, drives you to stay in this tough industry? Is it joy, anger, desire, passion or pride and why? Passion, music has always been my passion because it has always
been there for me even when those around me weren’t there for me. Even if I didn’t do music, I’m still passionate and get goosebumps listening to other peoples music that I can relate to and feel in my soul. Which ingredient do you think makes you special and unique as performing artists in an industry overflowing with new faces and ideas? Me, myself, and I. I’m just different and bring a certain uniqueness to my performances. My stage performance is a whole different energy from my day-to-day life. I pay attention to my fans and have a certain drive from all those who have doubted me. What has been your biggest challenge as a performing artist? Have you been able to overcome that challenge? If so, how? The industry itself, there are so many scams out there of individuals trying to overcharge, lie, and feed on someone’s dreams. I’ve finally learned to know the difference and be happy with my personal growth and educating myself on the music scene. A common phrase in the industry is, “you must suffer for your art.” Do you agree with this statement? If so, how have you suffered for your art? No, I don’t agree that you should suffer, it’s all about what you feed into and where people lead you, I was suffering because too many people were scamming for money, but I’ve learned it is not necessary and I can make it as an independent artist. I have also suffered being a trans-man artist because everybody has their own beliefs and some choose to be negative and not work with me. How do you feel the internet has impacted the music business? I hate the internet personally, but it has definitely helped independent artists, giving them chances and networking we didn’t have before. It’s grown and made it easier to spread anything all over the world very fast. If you could change anything about the music industry, what would it be? The industry is manipulative, I would make it so if you’re good then you have a chance, it’s about your talent not who you know. It’s “10% talent and 90% business” I would change it to 90% talent and 10% business. I’m sure you have shared the stage with many talented artists/celebrities. Please share 1 or 2 of your favorite stories with us. I opened up for Twista one time, he had technical difficulties and the mic wasn’t working, but he ended up just hyping the crowd and continuing his performance without his mic. I opened for Twisted Insane also, I knew he was major but never knew exactly who he was, I walked passed him and told him I had no idea who he was, he said “you about to see” and shouted me out on stage for not knowing who he is but still gave me props for being a good artist. Afterwards we were talking all night like friends.
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What are the 5 albums that have helped make you the person you are today? And why? Biggie- ready 2 die Nipsey- marathon continues drake- take care drakenothing was the same drake- thank me later. Drake showed me how to be versatile. What is the best advice you have received? To focus on me and not what everybody else is doing or has going on. What’s next for you? New Music? My new album think it’s a game just dropped. Music and videos will keep rolling out. How can fans-to-be gain access to your music and follow your career? All social media and music platforms: Ontario Phoenix/ Phoenix Balmain
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Rina Chanel Making Moves
When did you first get into music? I went to a gifted school for the arts for K-12 in kindergarten (New York) and then attended the Governor’s School for the Arts. I also attended college on a voice scholarship in Opera. I have always been involved in chorus, musicals and performing groups all throughout school. I have been interested in music since age 5 or 6. Who or What influenced you to pursue a career in music? Singing and performing have always brought me joy. I had two awesome chorus teachers Ms. Sandra Venters and Mr. Nultimier who helped to push me outside of my comfort zone, helped me grow and push through fear. They both inspired me and unlocked the passion for performing. This motivated me to audition and attend music on a voice scholarship. Describe your style of music. Rina fuses smooth R&B vocals with various R&B era instrumental backings that highlight her unique sound and blends the best elements of Jazz and R&B. Her skillful songwriting and vocal delivery provides a refreshing classic take on the return of the future of R&B music. How has your music evolved since you first started in the music industry? My music initialing focused on singing collective empowerment themes and messages like my debut single “Worthy.” My current single “Sweetest of Melody” is a classic duet with a heart-felt love story. I am also working on an EP that will focus more on my individual thoughts as a person, a woman and more about me. The songs on the EP will more introspective and more reflective. I want to show growth as well as another layer of me as an artist.
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If you were forced to choose only one, which emotion, more than any other, drives you to stay in this tough industry? Is it joy, anger, desire, passion or pride and why? I would have to say passion truly drives me. If I didn’t have passion for music, I wouldn’t be moved to do anything and wouldn’t be able to put my all in it. Passion is what keeps me up late at night and early in the morning. If I’m passionate about something, it’s not work and it’s a joy for me and hopefully for listeners and those who discover my music.
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Which ingredient do you think makes you special and unique as performing artists in an industry overflowing with new faces and ideas? I would say my passion and joy and belief that I was born to fulfill this purpose . And my equal desire to encourage others to the same thing. I hope my music motivates people to find the thing that they were destined to do. I am also a huge supporter of my fellow independent artists. At the end of the day no one is you and that is your superpower. I think everyone has a unique set of skills, abilities and gifts worth contributing to the world. Do what truly comes natural and organically to you and you can never go wrong.
What has been your biggest challenge as a performing artist? Have you been able to overcome that challenge? If so, how? Never second guess or doubt yourself when you’re performing. When you do you can’t fully commit to your performance or the music. True freedom as an artist comes when you don’t care what anyone else think. You commit solely to your interpretation of the music. That creates an authentic experience for you as a performer and your audience. I just try to go out and take fear out of the occasion and look like I’m at a function with all of my friends. I’m just here to have fun and make sure my people are smiling and having a good time. A common phrase in the industry is, “you must suffer for your art.” Do you agree with this statement? If so, how have you suffered for your art? When I think of suffering for your art, I take that to mean that you put in the time or paid your dues to get to where you are. That means working tireless on perfecting your craft: practicing your singing, technique, songwriter and performances…whatever your gift is. That means a lot of sleepless nights, a lot free performance, visibility opportunities, meeting people networking and connecting with people and opportunities for visibilities. How do you feel the internet has impacted the music business? I think it has made some things more accessible like having your music heard but at the same time added more artists in an already overcrowded industry, making it even more crowded as an industry. Making it even that much harder to stand out as an artist. I still have always believed that talent met with preparation and the right timing will always lead to the right opportunities for you at the right time. If you could change anything about the music industry, what would it be? I would like to see more women in record management, heading up and overseeing labels. I think we need more women in all facets of music and in the music industry as a whole. I’m sure you have shared the stage with many talented artists, maybe even celebrities. Please share 1 or 2 of your favorite stories with us. I was one of the opening acts for the R&B group After 7 in Baltimore, MD and I sang background for international independent recording artists and soul singer Tracy Hamlin. Both situations were exciting and amazing experiences that I will never forget. Looking forward to sharing the stage on an upcoming gig with national recording jazz artist Madz on December 4. What are the 5 albums that have helped make you the person you are today? And why? Love Deluxe by Sade: Kiss of Life, No Ordinary Love and Cherish the Day. Sade is one of my first vocal inspirations. I have always been a fan of her seductive voice and stage presence.
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Rapture by Anita Baker: Sweet Love and Caught up in the Rapture were key singles for me. I have always been inspired by her style, grace, class and soulful voice. Music Box by Mariah Carey: Hero, Dream Lover and Anytime You Need a friend were singles that I kept on repeat. Mary Carey’s vocal range is legendary and has always inspired me. Hero was a very important single to me. When I heard Ms. Carey sing it, It confirmed for me that I wanted to be a singer. Emotions was my second favorite. Unforgettable… with Love by Natalie Cole: Lush Life, L.O.V.E, The Very Thought of You were my favorites. She is my favorite jazz songstress. Ms. Cole’s vocals and performances were always velvety smooth, captivating and exuded such class. Whitney and Whitney Houston by Whitney Houston were key albums for me: I Wanna Dance With Somebody and “For the Love of You” were important singles to me. Whitney is the platinum standard for singers. I admired her God-given vocal abilities and the sheer joy, class and power she had in all of her vocal performances. What is the best advice you have received? Never, ever, ever give up. No matter the barriers, the reasons or who is telling you that you can’t. I strongly believe if you keep going and moving in the direction of your dreams, God will allow the right people and opportunities to find you. If you keep passionately and persistently working towards your music goals, even if making even small steps, it will eventually happen for you. What’s next for you? New Music? Yes, I have a current single “Sweetest of Melody” which was released on my birthday, November 6 and is out everywhere. I am also working on my upcoming EP due out Early 2022. How can fans-to-be gain access to your music and follow your career? Rina Chanel music can be found on my website, iTunes, Amazon, Apple Music Spotify and YouTube. Follow my music journey on Facebook and Instagram: @Rinachanelmusic and on Twitter: @TheRinaChanel My music can be found on most digital platforms in addition to the following links: Rina Chanel Website: https://www.philliebopmusic.com/rina-chanel-2/ Distrokid: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/rinachanel/sweetest-of-melody-feat-senghor-robinson Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/rina-chanel/1210526918?at=1000lxtM&uo=4&app=music&ls=1 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/artists/B06XC8V92V Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Vxlbac46VEnaZ360knkHu Rina Chanel Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_ymkP8CUxmDRWo02UZtGeA Songwhip: https://songwhip.com/rina-chanel/worthy
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Sherry Gordy Daughter of Motown Music Mogul, Berry Gordy.
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Interview by Michael Neely Hello Ms. Gordy, how are you doing today? Humbly Grateful, fabulous and Truly Blessed. Thank you for asking. :) How was it growing up in the shadow of your dad? It was quite the typical life to me that any other young person can relate to. Chores, fights, etc., however it was always fun! There were always so many artists and people around, but in general I looked at my dad as my dad. For a kid, that’s all you need to be in order to feel special! His leadership has always impacted my life and shows me that, as his daughter, those same skills lie within me. While growing up, did you get to meet any of the legends of yesteryears? Yes, mostly ALL OF THEM. Everyone is familiar with the slew of artists that came through the Motown machine, and yes I even had a few of them as babysitters! What was the experience like meeting these people? Mostly normal, because that’s all I know. They continue to be family. Now that you are grown, how does it feel to know that your dad is an industry boss? I wanted to be a singer in elementary school. I had my girl groups, LOL, but couldn’t sing. Then, after high school I wanted to be an actress, but after all my father’s teachings, I decided that going into business was the best choice for me.
And how did you know that would be your true calling? I didn’t know! It seemed to be a natural progression considering the environment of which I grew up in, helping people feel good is “Truly” my calling. Tell us a little about yourself? I Love God! I’m extremely spiritual and I’m a natural giver. In fact, I was so passionate about giving back that in 2004, I created my own charitable foundation to assist underprivileged youth and young adults that faced economical and social challenges. Along with that, I have music that lead me to provide a platform for artists to showcase their talents. When I get a little more free time, which is rare. LOL. I enjoy recreational activities such as swimming, boating, and snow ski. I enjoy taking long walks to enjoy nature and clear my head for health benefits. I live a healthy lifestyle and I enjoy fresh foods from natural farmers markets. Where did you grow up? I was, of course, born in Detroit, but I spent the majority of my childhood and formative years in the West LA / Brentwood, CA area. What schools did you attend? Lutheran Elementary, Private School, Cowan Avenue Elementary and Emerson Jr High in Westchester. I went to University High School in West LA / Brentwood, CA. What was your first job? My first job was working with an annuity company in Marina Del Rey, CA. It was an after school job I worked when i was about 15 years old. How did that job in your opinion prepare you for what you do today? It was a great experience! Overall, it gave me my first opportunity to develop my work ethic. Talk more about your previous career in real estate and mortgage. Did you enjoy it? I’m a people person! I absolutely LOVE people. I was able to to meet entirely different types of people every single day, all from different backgrounds. I have always been very interested in helping people, to me there is nothing greater than to be able to fulfill with the biggest investment they may make in their entire life. I loved being a part of their memories and dreams! It just made my day. When did you realize you wanted change? When i was selling TimeShares. I felt I could make a lot more money in Real Estate.
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What steps did you take to achieve your current success? Any measure of success takes faith, determination, and discipline. Faith keeps you grounded and honest, determination keeps you focused, and discipline keeps you from getting too comfortable and pushing forward at all times.
What obstacles are you facing, if any mostly? For me it’s nothing major, just your typical entertainment industry stuff, behind the scenes stuff. Nothing that takes away from my fun! Although, the Haterism is quite a handful, but always a blessing. Is this now your true passion? Helping others has always been my true passion, and what I’m doing now essentially combines that with my passion for music. I’ve been around music my entire life; it has become an extension of my spirit that just makes me feel comfortable in a way that nothing else does. Working with new talent and seeing their dedication, seeing how they pour their heart into what they do, it is truly a gift. Let’s talk about community service, it’s near and dear to you. Do you have any current of upcoming activities? Working with the community and befitting the less fortunate has been a constant for me. I’m a director of the Berry Gordy Family Foundation, along with the individual work I do. Even the work I’ve done with Team Gordy I.E. A few of us have fed the homeless together on the holidays. Are you excited about your upcoming shows? OMGosh YES! The shows we’ve done so far have been so amazing. I can imagine how much room there is for growth. The artists have done an amazing job, and the venue is beautiful! Our band is one of the best in town; I mean, they play ANY and EVERYthing while backing these artists on TAKE THE STAGE, so the sky is truly the limit! Discuss future events and your wish list? Worldwide & International… Ummm Stay Tuned! LOL. Met wish is to be ton a WORLDWIDE TELEVISION NETWORK and be the bridge for successful careers…. I can’t reveal TOO much, but I definitely have some things in store for you guys! In closing, how can entertainers be apart of your show? Sherry Gordy presents Take the Stage on Thursdays at Club Tequila. It’s an open mic talent showcase where YOU are the star. We welcome everybody, they can contact us via email at sherygordypresents@gmail.com or send us a message on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. As well as on LinkedIn or simply just come out to the event and join us! We have a very welcoming environment for new artists to come out and get their ‘chops’ as they say.
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Colorado Myrical Talk of the Town
When did you first get into music? I’ve had a passion for music my whole life honestly, but I starting taking it serious around the age of 12 when I got my first computer. I went to RadioShack and bout a telemarketer headphone and started going CRAZY ever since.
Who or What influenced you to pursue a career in music? Cash money, Baby. I was hella intrigued with the bling bling video. I seen the stretch limos and the jewels and the helicopters and I wanted it, all of it. I wanted that life for me and my loved ones. I remember days waking up hearing the temptations and the Isley brothers blaring out the speakers. Music has always been a bit part of my life. My granddaddy use to be road manager for Keith Sweat early on in his career before his first tour so I jus fell like music was just in my blood, not only the creative side but my yearning for wanting to really understand the business. Describe your style of music. I feel like I got a different sound. It’s smooth but the melodies make you want to move at the same time. I make music that tends to motivate. I’m not big on stress or stressful things so I always try to jus vibrate on a higher level and I think it comes across in my vibe in my music. I’m good at putting a lot of emotion into my music tho, like if I’m talking bout a subject you can relate to, you gonna fell me. It’s never really been about the bars and metaphors for me, music has always been about the way it makes you feel at the time so I try to focus on really conveying a vibe. I tend to come across people who tell me they don’t really like listening to much of what’s out, that love to listen to my music.
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How has your music evolved since you first started in the music industry? I signed my first deal when I was 16. Back then I had a more rappy flow, not as melodic. Back when bars was more the thing. I loved rnb so I always incorporated a melodic element to my raps, but it wasn’t till I separated from my high school sweat heart that I really jus took hold of this low melodic tone I have now. She was a singer and I use to write a lot of music for her, so anytime I felt like rnb I would just write something for her and she would sing it. But after we separated, I had to find ways to incorporate this melodic rnb vibe I just couldn’t get away from. If you were forced to choose only one, which emotion, more than any other, drives you to stay in this tough industry? Is it joy, anger, desire, passion or pride and why? At this point, it’s my desire, my dream to see my hometown become a staple in a industry where we have no presence. I want to have the first major indie label, with successful artist, to have a headquarters in downtown Denver. Which ingredient do you think makes you special and unique as performing artists in an industry overflowing with new faces and ideas? I think it’s my sound mixed with my ambition and hustle and my natural personality that jus kinda captures those who get to experience my vibe. With so many faces and ideas out there it hard to stand out, it’s more about staying in and controlling your lane, but I fell my mentality has always kept me in front of the curve. What has been your biggest challenge as a performing artist? Have you been able to overcome that challenge? If so, how? Biggest challenge for me has been staying consistent with releases and reaching a boarder audience. Coming from Denver we don’t have many outlets as far as helping us or teaching us how to reach the masses so I feel like it was a super hard task trying to figure out the best outlets and what not to waste my money on trying to chase goals without putting in the work. I do feel like I’m getting better at my consistency and I’m getting with the right people to help with my reaching the masses problem, I just locked in a crazy investment for my record label, maybe one of the first of its kind for a hiphop based label out of my city, so now I’m in the position to be fully independent with a more major type of budget, so you know what they say, it takes money to make money. A common phrase in the industry is, “you must suffer for your art.” Do you agree with this statement? If so, how have you suffered for your art? Man, more than a little bit brodie. I’ve lost money, friends, relationships and all type of stuff. This industry will definitely weed out the weak. How do you feel the internet has impacted the music business? I feel like it made the industry easier, you can get to the people faster now with the right outlets. Now a days the upcoming artist aren’t heavy in the streets at all like it used to be. Thanks to the internet people can really get to know the artist outside of the music. If you could change anything about the music industry, what would it be? It would be the fact that I’m not in it yet. I feel like Denver has a sound and a style that needs more representation in the industry. We just different with it, and there’s a lot of unique sounds all in this one place.
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I’m sure you have shared the stage with many talented artists, maybe even celebrities Please share 1 or 2 of your favorite stories with us. In my city, I’ve opened for almost EVERYBODY! From Fabolous and TI to Eric Berlinger. I recently was blessed with the opportunity to go on my first tour with my guy DJ Luke Nasty. I think I had some of my favorite performances on that tour, and I learned a lot. One of my craziest show memories tho was a show I had in Nebraska. I had to drive from Denver to the show and we end up running out of gas on the way! I was about 2 miles from the closest gas station so I had to literally PUSH THE CAR for about a mile with trucks flying past me bro on a two lane highway! I finally got close enough to where I could see the gas station and walked the rest of the way. I called the promoter like bro, my car ran out of gas but I’m on the way. Man I wanted to give up that night, but we made it to the show and KILLED IT! Made all type of new fans. It was crazy! S/O my guy AXCESS for booking me.
What are the 5 albums that have helped make you the person you are today? And why? Ooouuu that’s hard. Ludacris - Back for the first time, Usher - My Way TPain - Rapper Turned Sanger Lil Bow Wow - Bow Wow Myrical Child - Born & Raised Luda was my favorite rapper for a long time, his style and delivery was always crazy to me and I pulled a lot from that when I was making music. I had a heavy rnb cd collection but Usher really stuck with me, I think it was his sound and the way he wrote his lyrics. TPain introduced me to auto tune and cause of that I’ve been able to develop this sounds I have today, and the way he writes is out of this world to me. Bow wow made me feel like I could REALLY DO IT. At that age he was the perfect example of what I saw for myself. And my first album I put together made me feel so accomplished, all the hard work and long nights I put in making beats and writing and recording finally came out to be everything I knew It could be. My petal been to the metal ever since. What is the best advice you have received? Never let anyone tell you you can’t do something. If you believe it and you know your willing to work hard for it, you CAN DO IT. What’s next for you? New Music? I got my own legal cannabis brand called ZaPacks out in dispensaries in Denver right now, next up is the video for my latest single 64 (bounce) ft Luke Nasty and then I’m focused on dropping a new record every month for the year of 2022. I might put together a project too but I’m really just focused on singles right now, And on top of the artist side of things, now that my distribution deal is finalized with Othaz/ Empire, I’m bout to go HARD as a Owner and CEO of my record label called Absolute Music Group. How can fans-to-be gain access to your music and follow your career? Colorado Myrical on all streaming platforms as: @coloradomyrical on ALL SOCIAL MEDIA www.coloradomyrical.com Bookcoloradomyrical@gmail.com
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Patrick Baldonado @patrickbaldonadophotography Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Slyide
The Beatmaster When did you first realize that music was your calling? It was kind of just something that felt right. Like a feeling that this is what i need to be doing. Who were your biggest musical influences growing up? Eminem, Lil Wayne, Diddy, and Snoop Dogg... the OGs.
What were some of the obstacles that challenged you early on in pursuing a music career, especially where it pertains to your diagnosis on the Autism Spectrum? I didn’t understand a lot of things and became overwhelmed easily. I went through and found the things i needed that didn’t overwhelm me. Or gathered wisdom from others. Were there other disciplines in the music business that you experimented with before you discovered where you felt the most confident and productive? I was an artist for a time. I still drop some bars now n then. But my 1st love for music was as a pop n lock dancer. Even danced and hip-hop shows in Tucson AZ with Dj Jahmar International , Dj L3XX , Dj Touch and others. How have your musical tastes changed over time? I listened to a lot of underground and mainly hip-hop before becoming a producer. I’ve grown to appreciate other genres and how artistically driven they are. What is your opinion on the style of mainstream, contemporary hip hop? Mainstream hip-hop is dry. Plain and simple. There is less focus on lyricism and more focus on money, drugs, sex, etc. Hip-hop used to be about life and be being about that life. Not glam and fame. Hip-hop used to have a story to tell.
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How do you see the genre evolving in the coming years, particularly with digital playing such a huge roll in the industry? I see streaming taking over the vast majority of RIAA certification factors. Also think there is going to be a new form of physical media sorta like the cd or a track. Which will play a huge role. I believe the future of hip-hop over the next 20 years is going to be conscious rap and country rap. A return to lyrical values as well. What advice do you have for other aspiring artists within the music scene and is there anything particular you would say to those with an Autism Spectrum Diagnosis? If music truly interests you and you truly want it to be your lifelong career.... Stick with it. Autism makes you more capable to learn than others and gives you hella marketability cuz there ain’t a lot of people on the spectrum doing it on a big level. Be a leader not a follower. And remember with God all things are possible. What is the best piece of advice you have received during your music career? Someone close to me said in July 2020. I see you being big as a songwriter or producer not a artist. Within months of turning to producing. My career began to take off. As a multitalented artist, what specific themes or topics would you like to explore in your music? I’d like to hear how mainstream country artists making country rap sounds. As well producing collaborations between the big artists in multiple genres. Think Eminem , Demi Lovato , J Cole , Kendrick Lamar , Luke Combs and Ariana Grande on the same track. How do you challenge yourself as an artist? I just keep pushing. Don’t need to challenge myself as I have enough challenges already. Marketing dollars being my Achilles heal. What artistic goals do you have that keep you motivated? Achieving Greatness and feeling accepted What other endeavors do you currently pursue? Influencer and brand ambassador roles. Searching for paying sponsors , bitcoin and cryptocurrency and the legal marijuana industry. What is the most important attribute you would like to be known for, your legacy if you will? Helping others. I want to bring others up using the fame I achieve. I want to give my family the world. Being a godly and humble man and never forgetting where I came from. Where can our readers find you digitally? The Orange Magazine baby!!!! #SlyideWithMe also Ughh blog , A&R factory, Hype Magazine, Seize the D.A.E Magazine, Grimes Magazine, and more. Facebook.com/Slyidewithyoboy Facebook.com/Slyideentertainment Instagram.com/Slyidemusicofficial Instagram.com/Slyideentertainment Twitter.com/Slyidemusicoff Tiktok @Slyide Slyide.com Search Slyide on any streaming platform. Find my remixes on youtube just type Slyide Music
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