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Exclusive Interview with Hip Hop/R&B artist Sean Hampton
So Sean, being from Brooklyn, I know there's a beautiful and rough side to living in the inner city. Could you tell us little about your upbringing?
I was raised in the 90’s and early 2000’s. I was in foster care before 1yrs old and later adopted at the age 9. My mom was a single mother who moved around alot from place to place pretty much just living off foster checks and disability because of she was unable to work . I had to go outside and hustle to get nice things like Jordan's and Rocawear. I always had to work hard for everything I wanted in life.
If you had to paint a picture of your style of music, how would it look?
If i had to paint a picture of my style of my music it would look like Leonardo Da Vinci’s “Mona Lisa” because my style is so well balanced. Its almost flawless. Detailed lyrics you could compare to the details in the Mona Lisa, variety of flows comparable to diverse features also of the Mona Lisa.
Who are some of the notable people that influenced you to go your direction of musical choice?
I would have to say that my biggest influence musically was Diddy because he showed me more musically. He showed me different styles and how there could be sub genres of rap/hip-hop. Lanes that alot of artist use now. Melodic rap, sample beats, remakes, remixes or etc; he would showed me that first. He wasnt too cool for any kind of style or idea he would take it there if he felt the vibe for it. And to be clear I'm talking strictly musical influence. Not the business side just the music.
Besides music, what other things you love to do?
I love sports, cooking, i love to spend time with my family, take trips around the world.
Can you tell us about your latest project?
My latest project “Honorable Mention” consist of 16 tracks. The title came from my journey in this game. I have been around awhile rapping and doing my things but I don't get mentioned much. There’s always a list of artists somewhere excluding my name. Now I just kind of embrace it for what it is. Thats why its called Honorable Mention.
What are your near future plans?
get more involved in the NFT world. Invest in real estate. Open a few more small businesses.
Anybody you like to work with?
That would be a very long list lol but if I had to chose just one and it was like right here and now it would be Jay-Z.
Any last remarks? God is great!
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Nas - King Disease II's Album Projection Sales?
According to Billboard, the 15-track project debut at No. 5 with a total of 51,500 equivalent album units, including 16,000 in album sales.
King’s Disease II is executive produced by Hit-Boy and Nas himself, and features appearances from Eminem on EPMD “EPMD 2,” A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie and YG on “YKTV,” Ms. Lauryn Hill on “Nobody,” Charlie Wilson on “No Phony Love,” BLXST on “Brunch On Sundays” and Hit-Boy on “Composure.
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Ludacris - Butter ATL?
Ludacris is one of the most recognizable voices in Hip Hop. The icon residing in Atlanta recently celebrated the birth of Chance, a newborn daughter he has with wife Eudoxie Bridges.
While fatherhood and a movie career have been taking up much of Luda's time, he always gives himself a moment to beast out in the booth.
Ludacris returns with "Butter.Atl," a track he speaks on his legacy, career, and climbing out of the trenches with his friends and family beside him. another project is on the horizon.
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Nicki Minaj - No More Mrs. Petty?
Some fans have taken noticed that last week, The Queen changed her name on Twitter back to "Nicki Minaj." The move was made after her husband Kenneth Petty was convicted with the state of California reaching a plea deal after failing to register as a sex offender initially.
Nicki hasn't commented on the change, but fans are fearing the worst from it.
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Birdman - Making Money Off Masters?
Over the course of Cash Money label's existence, rappers have been signed to Cash Money Records such as Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj, Drake, Tyga and more. Wayne, however, officially left the label in 2018, after settling a lawsuit with Cash Money while Drake parted ways the following year.
Nonetheless, several rhymers throughout the years have called out Birdman for his business mismanagement dealings and contractual agreements.
In 2017, Cash Money Records was reportedly sued for withholding Drake's profits.
Lil Wayne is among the rappers who have been disgruntled with the label via a very public dispute with Birdman and Cash Money Records over the delay of his Tha Carter V album.
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Dr. Dre - Collab with Diamond D?
Trey Songz - Spike Drink Incident Goes Viral?
As video on Trey Songz having his drink spiked has circulated this morning, there has been a divided response to it on Social Media. Some people have found the clip to be humorous, laughing at the ordeal. Others are claiming that the video is far from funny and that if roles were reversed it would be a major issue. Trey has not commented on the video.
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Exclusive Interview with Eli Anderson
Flyah Magazine
August 5, 2021
Where are you from and do you feel your hometown has an influence on your career path?
I’m from the DMV. I feel the most influence my area has had on me is how to chase after your dream. There are a lot of talented artists in this area but despite the challenge of our geographical positioning we still make a way to keep going after our dreams relentlessly.
Who are some of your musical influences and who would you like to work with in the future?
One of my major musical influences is Prince not just because of him as an artist, but the person he is. He stood out and challenged the status quo on what it means to be a man and a musician. As far as future collaborations, I would like to work with Frank Ocean because he’s a gifted songwriter and an amazing singer.
So Eli... as a 26 year old Pop artist, what are some of the challenges you feel you have to face in today's industry?
I think the most challenging part of it all is consistency. You have to keep working even when you don’t see the results that you want to see.
Do you feel that you have to be gifted in order to be successful in music?
Being gifted is part of it but it’s not the end all be all. Hard work is still the number one catalyst to success.
What is your opinion about the state of the music industry; are you enjoying its open public benefits?
The state of music is an interesting one. So many different artists and records are coming out that are influenced by so many different genres. It's very interesting to hear and see where it’s going in the coming future. In terms of the open public benefits, seeing fans interact with my posts, music, and videos through social media has been extremely encouraging on this journey. It's always amazing to see comments from people in different countries speaking different languages and leaving positive comments on various platforms.
If you had to describe your music; how would you describe it?
Personally, I would describe my music as something that can be connected with. My music conveys an emotion that sparks a passion within those that listen, my music is not restricted by what this world tends to impose on us. My music has a voice of its own that you’ve never heard and is always going to stand out.
So tell us about your latest project?
My latest project “For All I Love” is about meeting the right person at the wrong time and when the right time comes how you would give them your all but it may be too late.
Who are some of the notable people that helped you on your latest project?
The most notable person that helped me on my latest project is Brandon George Washington, AKA WriterBoy. He has been one of my closest and supportive friends since high school. We’ve been on this journey together since the start of both our careers and I could not be more appreciative for the influence that he has had over my life.
Any last remarks?
Readers can follow me on Instagram @elianderson and on Twitter at @elianderson_ and stream “For All I Love” now on all platforms!