interview

Interviews with top Beat music advocates celebrities, musicians, artists, and icons about their current and past music projects.

My Exclusive Interview With Killy Myne
With over 3,000 Spotify streams on "Burn in Hell" alone, Killy Myne is a rising star in the dream pop genre. Her current discography is small, but she's already crafted a dark image and a haunting sound that mark her as an artist to watch. I reached out to her for an email interview, and if you're a fan of modern slowcore and dreamy bedroom pop, her responses provide an intriguing look at the process behind these soon-to-be-viral singles.
By Kaitlin Shanks8 days ago in Beat
No Plan B: KwDaGoat on Discovering His Calling and Building His Career in Music
Sometimes the defining moment for an artist's future is not dramatic but simply feels right. KwDaGoat’s moment came when he was recording his first-ever song. Soon, what started as a recording session helped him realize that music was more than a passion; it was something he wanted to pursue for the rest of his life. The recording process itself was what made that realization feel so natural. KwDaGoat shares, “The first song I composed wasn’t some life-changing or dramatic experience—it just felt right.” From that point forward, he knew without a doubt that music was what he wanted to do. There was never really a Plan B after that realization. He fell in love with the entire process, from writing and recording to hearing his thoughts come to life through speakers. He also wrote a song that would always be associated with the start of his journey as a result of that initial encounter. "My first track will always have a special place in my heart because that's where this journey truly began," KwDaGoat says in reference to his debut song, "Feelings." The song is still a significant reminder of the time he realized what he wanted to do with his life. What started with one recording session has since grown into a larger commitment to his artistry. As KwDaGoat continues navigating the creative process and learning more about the music industry, he carries the same certainty that came from making that first record. His journey began with simply discovering that music felt right, and that realization continues to shape the path he is building today.
By Cloutfly19 days ago in Beat
Brendan1k on the Future of Music and Why Experiencing His Sound Transforms Everything
Success can mean something different to every artist, especially when the journey is measured by more than numbers or industry recognition. For Brendan1k, true success is rooted in personal fulfillment, purpose, and the impact an artist leaves behind. His artistry reflects a mindset that values the meaning behind the work just as much as the achievements that come from it. When contemplating what success means to him, Brendan1k looks beyond charts, streams, and other measurable accomplishments. He shares, “Looking at my definition of success, I always think, at the end of the day, are you proud of yourself? Did you make the people who truly love you proud as well? What mark did you leave behind? These all very much depend on your goals as an individual and whether you’re aligned with your purpose.” His view places personal fulfillment at the center of the journey, emphasizing that success should be defined by the goals and values that matter most to each individual. For Brendan1k, being able to look back and feel proud of what he has built is just as important as any public achievement. Making the people closest to him proud and leaving behind something meaningful are also part of how he measures his progress. Ultimately, his philosophy suggests that success becomes most valuable when an artist remains connected to their purpose and creates work that reflects what they genuinely stand for.
By Cloutflyabout a month ago in Beat
Aaron Lee Tasjan:
By Brian D'Ambrosio The title of Aaron Lee Tasjan’s new album, Get Over It, Underdog (due out July 17th), lands with a wink. It sounds like something muttered after a hard knock, equal parts encouragement and resignation. That mix of humor, resilience, and self-awareness runs throughout one of the most rewarding records of Tasjan’s career, a collection that explores the many meanings of being an underdog while celebrating the oddballs, originals, and unlikely heroes who keep finding reasons to carry on.
By Brian D'Ambrosio about a month ago in Beat
LYON: Finding Guidance and Establishing a Life Around His Musical Dream
For some artists, the realization that music is more than a passion comes gradually. For LYON, it emerged through a simple but meaningful moment: spending an entire day doing what he loved. What began as an interest had grown into something he could envision pursuing with genuine commitment. Reflecting on when music became more than just a passion, LYON shares, “I realized music was more than just a passion for me when I had spent an entire day writing songs.” That experience gave him a clearer understanding of how naturally music had become part of his life. Writing songs no longer felt like something he had to make time for—it was something he could devote an entire day to without losing interest. More than simply completing a large amount of writing, the experience showed LYON that music had become an important part of his identity and creative development. That realization continues to influence the way he approaches his artistry and the future he envisions for his music.
By Cloutflyabout a month ago in Beat
Soleil Talks "Heart Strings," Upcoming Projects, and More
Soleil is a singer-songwriter, DJ, and vocal producer known for soulful storytelling, powerful vocals, and genre-blending performances that bridge the stage and the dance floor. Originally from New York and now based in Miami, she creates immersive musical experiences inspired by soul, R&B, blues, disco house, deep house, amapiano, afrobeats, baile funk, and dance music.
By Meikhel Philogene2 months ago in Beat
From the Booth to the Dream: How Keetheartist Found His Artistic Identity Through His Resilience
Behind every artist's career is a beginning that shapes their passion, influences their perspective, and inspires them to pursue their creative goals. For Keetheartist, music has always been more than entertainment—it has become a lifelong purpose. From discovering his passion at a young age to learning how to navigate challenges and remain authentic, his journey reflects dedication, perseverance, and personal growth. As he continues to build his career, he remains focused on trusting the process and staying true to himself. Speaking on where his journey began, Keetheartist shares, “Around eighth grade, I started making music, and I’ve loved it ever since. The first time I stepped into the booth, I knew this was what I wanted to do for the rest of my life. From that moment on, it became more than just a hobby—it became my purpose. Ever since then, I’ve been fully committed to chasing my dream and growing as an artist.” Keetheartist's comments highlight the defining moment that set him on his creative path. What began as an early interest quickly developed into a lifelong commitment, giving him a clear sense of direction and purpose. Since then, he has continued to dedicate himself to developing his craft while remaining focused on becoming the artist he has always envisioned.
By Cloutfly2 months ago in Beat
Margo Messenger Talks "Viva La Vida," Upcoming Release, and More
Award-winning singer-songwriter, pianist, and multi-instrumentalist Margo Messenger creates music that bridges heartfelt storytelling, cinematic imagery, and uplifting pop melodies. Originally from Kaliningrad, Russia, her music is deeply influenced by her Slavic roots, blending folk-inspired emotion with contemporary pop production to create songs that celebrate resilience, friendship, and the beauty of being alive.
By Meikhel Philogene2 months ago in Beat
RicoMuscle’s Message of Hope: How Resilience and Real Experiences Influenced His Musical Style
Success in music is often measured by chart positions, streaming numbers, and public recognition, but for many artists, its true meaning extends far beyond statistics. Reflecting on what success means to him, RicoMuscle shares that he measures achievement more by impact than popularity. “Of course, streams, views, and growth matter because they help expand my reach, but the moments that truly stay with me are when people tell me the music helped them through depression, hardship, grief, addiction, or loneliness or brought them closer to God.” He explains that supporters from different states and even different countries have reached out to share how certain songs or messages gave them hope during difficult seasons. “To me, that’s real success.” For RicoMuscle, the true measure of achievement comes from the lives his music is able to influence. He also explains that success is reflected in his personal growth—becoming a better husband, father, leader, servant, and man of God while continuing to grow creatively. “If I can create music that inspires people while staying authentic to who I am and honoring God through the process, then I already consider that a blessing beyond numbers.” His perspective reveals that his journey is centered not only on building a successful music career but also on becoming the best version of himself while using his platform to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
By Cloutfly2 months ago in Beat
The Culture Curator: How Quan Williams Has Become One Of New York's Most Valuable Tastemakers by NWO Sparrow
Through The AUX Affair, The Hip-Hop Junkie is turning networking into opportunity and introductions into momentum. By NWO Sparrow
By NWO SPARROW3 months ago in Beat
ATM Tomi Speaks on The Music Industry’s Evolution and His Place Within It
ATM Tomi is an emerging artist whose perspective on his career reflects a strong sense of self-awareness and a clear understanding of the shifting dynamics within the modern music landscape. Through his reflections, he offers insight into how he defines success, how he navigates the industry, and how he interprets the relationship between his music and its audience. ATM Tomi shares his definition of success as something rooted in personal fulfillment rather than external validation. He states, “I measure success by how much I enjoy what I am doing. If I do not enjoy it, the money, numbers, glitz, and glamour do not really matter.” According to this viewpoint, his creative identity revolves around enjoyment. He presents success as an internal experience shaped by contentment with the work itself rather than as something determined by charts, streams, or monetary results. By doing this, he draws attention to his emotional and mental connection to his craft rather than outside standards. His viewpoint also reflects a sustainability-focused mindset within a demanding industry. By prioritizing enjoyment, he builds a foundation that allows him to remain connected to music over time, even when external recognition fluctuates. This approach suggests an understanding that longevity in music is not only tied to success or exposure but also to maintaining a genuine connection to the creative process. Beyond this, his definition of success highlights a deeper rejection of pressure-driven creativity. In an industry often influenced by numbers and visibility, his stance reinforces the idea that artistic fulfillment cannot always be measured quantitatively. Instead, he emphasizes the importance of staying connected to the emotional core of why he creates in the first place. Rather than viewing success through industry metrics alone, he prioritizes how the creative process feels on a personal level. This framing suggests that if the work no longer brings fulfillment, external rewards lose their meaning, reinforcing the importance of passion as the foundation of his artistic journey.
By Cloutfly3 months ago in Beat
Matthew Stevens and the Many Meanings of Sound
By Brian D’Ambrosio For guitarist and composer Matthew Stevens, instrumental music is not a fixed statement but an invitation. It leaves room for listeners to bring themselves into the experience, carrying their own memories, moods, and interpretations into the music. That philosophy lies at the heart of Matthew Stevens, the Grammy-winning musician’s new self-titled release, a richly textured collection that feels both deeply personal and deliberately open-ended.
By Brian D'Ambrosio 3 months ago in Beat