Musicians
This Queer Artist Demands to Be Seen and Heard. Top Story - June 2022.
Talia Keys’ trademark fire and brimstone stage presence is an amalgam of her journey, identity, and musical influences. Growing up, she and her brother were raised by a single mother in Utah. Her dad struggled with addiction and his battles forced Talia to grow up sooner than typical kids her age. Still, she was gifted with a big imagination and whether she was pretending to be Michael Jordan or impersonating Elvis Presley, Talia could entertain herself for hours. She began piano lessons at age 9, drums at 11, guitar at 16 and mandolin at 22. Music was always very prevalent throughout her youth, beginning with The Beatles and turning to Bob Marley in middle school. Aretha Franklin, Janis Joplin, Pink Floyd, and Talking Heads were some of the other artists that played a big role in her musical development. She even had a Kris Kross phase (and yes, she wore her clothes backwards for a time). It opened Talia up to rap and hip hop and she became a huge fan of Tribe Called Quest, The Fugees and Blackalicious.
By Ben Nelson2 years ago in Interview
Darkside Drive creates a distinct take on 80’s goth and darkwave music.
From the ashes of bands forced off the road during lockdown, three musicians from across the country united to create a spark of an idea that lit the fire that was to become Darkside Drive, the flames of which burn bright in their creativity. The band has created a distinct take on 80’s music, goth and darkwave. The songs are a poignant look behind the curtain of suburbia and delve into the darker side of life. The band is busy writing and releasing new material, and looking to go on tour towards the end of the year. Vocalist, Steve Burden, took the time to answer our questions.
By mysoundMusic2 years ago in Interview
WILL QBLACCK BE THE NEXT RISING STAR COMING OUT OF ATLANTA?🔥or🗑
Is Qblacck the next to blow out of Atlanta, Ga? He recently just dropped his first project “ODDXHILD” and is starting to gain a lot of buzz throughout the city, but is it enough for him to make it into stardom? Qblacck is an American Artist from the East Side of Atlanta, Ga. He recently got out of prison in 2020 with hopes to pursue music seriously.
By ODDBALL4L LLC2 years ago in Interview
Megan's Kryptonite
When Megan Thee Stallion entered the rap game, it was clear that she was a force to be reckoned with. Her powerhouse sound and brick house build catapulted her into Superstar status in a relatively short time, and her presence was embraced seemingly by everyone in the game... more notably, Queen Beyonce herself.
By Stormy R Seal2 years ago in Interview
The Empire Of Gucci Mane
Gucci Mane has survived a great deal in the music business to get to where he is in the industry today. From making a huge comeback after serving time in prison, to beef with artists, and a huge image and creative sound makeover... Gucci has grown in his career to be a household name as an artist and successful businessman in the music game.
By Stormy R Seal2 years ago in Interview