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Interviews with top Beat music advocates celebrities, musicians, artists, and icons about their current and past music projects.
After Winning No Award at AMVCA, Deyemi Okanlawon Gives His Thoughts About Awards
Deyemi Okanlawon is proudly, according to him, the highest grossing actor in Nollywood and has been for the past two years. This is not shocking news because the very talented actor has appeared in so many big Nollywood projects over the last couple of years. He starred in Nollywood's highest grossing movie ever, Omo Ghetto: The Saga, he's currently in Netflix's Blood Sisters. He was in Swallow, Prophetess, Day of Destiny, King of Boys: The Return of the King, The Wildflower... to put it simply, Deyemi is a HARD WORKER.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Beat
Meet Norwegian Electro-Pop Artist Maya Roxo
The cinematic Electro-Pop artist, Maya Roxo, brings you her story told through bold songwriting and explosive production. Through her lyrics, Maya Roxo wishes to share with you the emotions and challenges she experiences on an everyday basis, especially the lessons she learns through her journey. Maya Roxo’s emotional sound includes catchy melodies, powerful vocals, and mighty production mixing Electro-Pop with dramatic and cinematic elements. In her debut EP, "Fearless Emotions," she grabs your attention and welcomes you to her world, a place for dreams, courage, and honesty.
By Meikhel Philogene4 years ago in Beat
An interview with By The Barricade creator Eric Walden
Eric Walden has spent the last decade working as an accomplished marketing executive across multiple industries, including music, entertainment, and enterprise. He has helped countless brands scale their digital and social media presence through his work. His efforts have led to record-breaking sales and cost-saving milestones via unique SEO, PPC, and influencer marketing approaches. In addition, Walden credits his creative background for consistently creating out-of-the-box strategies that help artists and brands achieve impactful results. A lifelong interest in music led to Walden creating By The Barricade, a website dedicated to discovering emerging and established artists across multiple genres, including rock, metal, punk, and indie. The site also includes e-learning content from industry experts and leaders in the music realm. Walden’s vision is to empower and educate future industry and upcoming musicians alike. Walden is also the founder of Awfully Good Records, which released music from artists such as Firing All Cylinders, Filmspeed, and others. Walden’s past and continued work with brands and e-commerce clients always include an all-inclusive approach, which takes each project from inception to completion. His efforts are in-line with the latest digital trends & best practices. When Walden isn’t leading his fully remote marketing team and building winning strategies for clients, he spends time volunteering as an event planner, executing campaigns for multiple child activist groups.
By mysoundMusic4 years ago in Beat
An Interview with Swedish Pop Star Manda Malina
Rising Swedish Pop star, Manda Malina, jumped into the spotlight when she placed in the Top 7 of Swedish X Factor in 2012. She then went on to perform her original song, “Glow,” on the Swedish election of Eurovision in 2014. The singer-songwriter then went on to garner more success with her iTunes chart-topping Electronic single, “Sweetest Heartbreak.” She wrote and performed the song, “Loved By You," produced by Lordnox, which boasts over 4.5 million streams across the world.
By Meikhel Philogene4 years ago in Beat
Omni Jess' love for blending genres leaves an unforgettable impression ... her passion for music is contagious.
Omni Jess is a recording artist, songwriter, and producer. Among her favorite genres are Electronic, Dance Pop, Future-Retro, and more. Omni Jess's love for blending genres will leave an unforgettable impression because her passion for music is contagious. By utilizing her stage name Omni, she represents her independent nature by creating her own music, writing lyrics, mixing and mastering.
By mysoundMusic4 years ago in Beat
Kailie Simpson Talks Latest Single, Finding Her Sound, and Much More
Wielding a rafter-reaching voice, raw delivery, and a really sharp pen, Kailie Simpson instantly warrants attention. The New Jersey-born singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist sings from the heart and writes straight from the gut. She pulls no punches and holds nothing back as she unabashedly infuses Rock and Roll with spirit, soul, and style. After selling out shows throughout the New York area and attracting the likes of producer Ben Rice (Norah Jones, The Jezabels, Daughters) to her corner, she introduces herself with a bang on a series of independent singles in 2022.
By Meikhel Philogene4 years ago in Beat
An Interview with Pop Rock Singer-Songwriter Tatum Quinn
Montreal’s own “powerhouse in a little package” Tatum Quinn is a 25-year-old, Pop Rock singer -songwriter. She was trained at Berklee College of Music and featured twice on Ubisoft's massively successful game, "Just Dance." Tatum Quinn has opened for Kool & the Gang, The Pointer Sisters, April Wine, and Boy George. Tatum Quinn’s goal is to inspire the world through her music as well as give her fans a place where they belong in a world that wants you to fit a stereotypical mold. Tatum Quinn is no stranger to bullying due to a learning disability, dyslexia. She struggled to get out of high school alongside teachers who would tell her “she’ll never amount to anything," and to “give up on music and get a real job," which only pushed her closer to music! Music saved Tatum Quinn and continues to be there for her everyday! That's why it's so important for Tatum Quinn to create a safe and fun environment where everyone could be exactly who they are with zero judgement! She wants her listeners to know that whatever they’re going through, they’re not alone because she’s right there with them.
By Meikhel Philogene4 years ago in Beat
What Surprised Me Most About the Music Industry - Tems
Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi popularly known to the world as Tems is one woman who has taken the music industry completely by storm. Her rise to fame has not only been super fast, it has also shot to levels that are unbelievable. This year, she became the first Afrobeats artiste to hit number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. The trajectory that Tems' career has taken is simply unheard of and she looks like she has no plans of stopping any time soon.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Beat
An Interview with Canadian Singer-Songwriter Emma Campbell
Toronto-born singer-songwriter Emma Campbell has spent the majority of her twenty years making and performing music. Growing up in a very musical environment, Emma Campbell has been singing and playing piano for as long as she can remember, moving on to pick up the guitar at the age of thirteen. In August of 2020, she released her debut single, “Freezing," followed by her second single, “Understand," in March of 2021. Emma draws much of her inspiration from artists such as Lizzy McAlpine, Phoebe Bridgers, Scott Helman, Dijon, and LAUNDRY DAY. Currently studying Popular Music at the University of Western Ontario, she is constantly learning more about writing, producing, and performing music. Emma Campbell’s debut EP, crafted with Toronto music producer Michael Wojewoda, is set for release on May 24th, 2022.
By Meikhel Philogene4 years ago in Beat
Lara Lark: The Real Ethereal Musician
It has never ceased to amaze me to know that there are published authors and albums published in local shops in my area. It is remarkable to see someone go through with their dream to be a creator. It’s remarkable to me because I’ve always known about music through the radio and TV. Someone who has gotten to a global effect, but I gotta tell you the most powerful thing is seeing someone’s accomplishments on the shelf to be discovered before it takes off. This artist I have listened to talked to and had the opportunity to spread the word of her enchanting, ethereal sounds. I’m grateful that I got the chance to talk into reach out to this musician before she gets famous because I do not doubt that the singer is going places.
By Samantha Parrish4 years ago in Beat
