Sunday, December 19, 2010

My interview with Lo Keys

North Carolina is Demanding to be Heard


LO Keys



BIO

Lo-Keys is the Truth. Plain and Simple. Hailing from the streets of Fayetteville, North Carolina His Impact on the Underground Music Scene Has Been Phenomenal. Bursting on the scene in 2005 backed by Independant Label Nam Records He Became a Hot Commodity in the Streets, With a Style Unlike Any Other Before Him. After Selling Thousands of Mixtapes in the Carolina Region His Buzz Has Been at an All Time High. Blazing The Mixtape Circut With His Flashy Punchlines and Catchy Hooks He Has Quickly Become and Instant Mixtape Favorite. Lo-Keys Determination has kept him grinding putting heat to production from the top underground producers and being featured on hundreds of mixtapes. Building Even More Buzz within the Industry Lo-Keys became apart of North Carolina's "First In Flight Entertainment" alongside Rain, Big Cas, Traffic, Krillz and D Murda. His Edgy Style and Witty Lines Made Him A Great Edition To The Team.His Credentials go as such for Being Featured on Hundreds of Major Mixtapes such as Dj Messiah and many other Major Mixtape Djs, Hip Hop Websites, Most Major Radio Outlets such as True Stories Radio and appears constantly on Hip Hop Blogs. Now with the Rap Game At His Finger Tips There Is No Telling Where Lo-Keys May End Up In 2010

I had a chance to get a quick interview from Lo Keys *check it out* =)

Interview
1. How is the rap scene in North Carolina?

The Hip Hop scene here is pretty dope in my opinion. North Carolina embodies lots of different styles. The Carolina's are full of people who have migrated from different places, so you get lots of different music here within the region. Me myself my style caters more to Hip Hop from a flashy level mixed in with good lyrics and good substance.

2. Do you think other NC rappers are representing NC's true potential?

Absolutely. My label mate Rain is the true definition of that. His dedication to the game has landed him places such as MTV, BET, XXL Magazine, The Source Magazine and many other major Hip Hop outlets. Me im right behind him when it comes to publicity within the rap game being on all the major Hip Hop sites and so on. Then you also have J Cole who is signed with Roc Nation and a few others out here really making noise. I have the up most respect for the artist out here. I want every one to work hard and make a lane for themselves so the world can see their talents.

3. Why do you think your Twitter Freestyle Mixtapes are so popular?

(Laughs) Well i think the people just respect lyrics at the end of the day. The Twitter Freestyles Series was just Mixtapes to show my lyrical ability. Honestly we were only going to do one volume of that Mixtape series but the response was so big that we had to do a complete series. So i used the series to build up to my album that is being released this month. When you mix good lyrics with classic instrumentals all you can come out with is greatness, and thats what we gave the people. Big shouts to Dj Messiah, Mixgrind.com, and Dj L Gee from BlackWallStreet for the love.

4.How do feel about the "Flawless Crowns" video having over 8,000 views?

Its really a blessing at the end of the day to see people be so receptive of my music. The views on the videos show that. Videos give great visuals of as artist, so i want to give the people as many visuals as they can get of me. I want them to be familiar with the face and know that they are going to get great music at the same time. So major love to all the fans that have supported the videos and music without yall nothing is possible.

5. If you could work with any music video director, who would it be?

I would say Kanye West. I know he does not direct that much stuff but to get him to listen to a song and see the vision for a video would be great. Him like myself is an artist so different people v visualize different things when hearing something. So i would be very excited to see what kind of concepts he could come up with to put a visual to one of my songs.

6. If you could work with any producer who would it be?

I would probably work with Pete Rock. I love very smooth and laid back beats. Pete Rock is one of the inventors of that smooth sound within Hip Hop. So i believe that with his legendary status in the game and my talents we could make some beautiful music.

7. In which ways do you think the internet has helped or hurt artist? And how has the internet helped you??

I believe that the internet has helped more then hurt. The internet has given great amounts of exposure to artist that would not normally get shine. Hip Hop blogs and websites have almost sent music into a straight viral stage now. With the internet the way it is you do not have to wait on anything anymore, everything is right at your fingertips. An artist can promote themselves all over the world from right behind a computer. The internet has helped me by exposing me to different markets. Im worldwide because anyone can access me on the internet. For instance the people who visit your website may not know me now but after this interview they will which in turn is more promotion.

8. If you had a choice of picking which major label to sign to which one would it be?

Now thats a good question. Well lets just say that i cant pick one right now. I have some situations on the table so i do not want to show any favoritism here or there. However when the paper work is all filled out and the ink is dry, you and the rest of the world will know.
9. What advice do you have to give to anybody looking to get into the industry? How do you brand yourself?

Staying consistent is the key. People respect hard work. So work hard, try to build your contacts to all these websites and promote your music like your life depends on it. If its what you love to do then make sure you love to do it. The money will come when the time is right.
10. What can we expect from you New Release on Monday?

Good Lyrics, Substance and a whole lot of me. I give you me on the album all i ask is that you listen. The Front Street Cafe Drops December 20th 2010!!!!
Last but not least ......

11. Which video vixen would you want to play your girl in your next video?

I cant say i know the names of too many video vixens honestly. Well maybe we could get Gloria Valez in something. (Laughs) Ive never actually thought about it. I am working with a up and coming model in my next video entitled "Number One" her name is Nyoshi Lashae so be on the look out for her. In the meantime shoutout to Maria and Prettygirlgossip88. Stay Up


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*MAKE SURE YOU GET HIS NEW RELEASE "The Front Street Cafe!" =) *Comes out Monday*
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