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Heey, glad you all returned for another session of In the Hotseat with LaSuria Kandi Allman. Today she has Hip Hop artist Kilo, who is eager to share information about himself.
Let's join the interview in progress.
A 20 year old independent hip hop artist out of flint,MI represented by Detroit Rock City Promotions,LLC.
I'm currently working on my first project called 'The Rise Of A Rookie' (The ROAR) which doesn't have a release date yet but am working on that. As of right now I only have 3 songs out there, one being a cypher I was featured in, one being a remix to Speakerz Knockerz song Flexin N Finessin,I have a track also in the making with Detroits own Burt Blaze coming soon, and then my first original song I just dropped last night actually called Like It's Nothing which will be featured on The Rise Of A Rookie and also as well as on Detroit's hottest mixtape coming out showcasing the hottest local talent called 'It's All RAW' being put out by Big Sweetz.
I just did a show on New Years at 7 feet under studios that my promotion company (Detroit Rock city promotions) had put on for any artist,producer,band etc. to come out and perform and link up with each other.
A 20 year old independent hip hop artist out of flint,MI represented by Detroit Rock City Promotions,LLC.
I'm currently working on my first project called 'The Rise Of A Rookie' (The ROAR) which doesn't have a release date yet but am working on that. As of right now I only have 3 songs out there, one being a cypher I was featured in, one being a remix to Speakerz Knockerz song Flexin N Finessin,I have a track also in the making with Detroits own Burt Blaze coming soon, and then my first original song I just dropped last night actually called Like It's Nothing which will be featured on The Rise Of A Rookie and also as well as on Detroit's hottest mixtape coming out showcasing the hottest local talent called 'It's All RAW' being put out by Big Sweetz.
I just did a show on New Years at 7 feet under studios that my promotion company (Detroit Rock city promotions) had put on for any artist,producer,band etc. to come out and perform and link up with each other.
(No awards YET
haha and sorry I haven't had any pictures don't really either yet.
Waiting on warmer weather for pictures and videos)
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What city and state did you grow up in?
Flint, Michigan
What was it like growing up in Flint?
It is always something going on
You live in Flint tell us what is really going on with the water crisis there?
We can't drink it, the water is so gross.
Tell me some things about yourself?
Laid back person
How long have you been an artist?
Since I was 9 or 10, but 2 years ago I took it more seriously.
What inspired you to become an artist?
I have always been shy, writing is the best way to express myself.
Who was the first artist you collaborated with?
Faces, DMZ
Do you think the music has changed from then to now?
Extremely, nowadays it's more auto tunes and materialistic.
How would you categorize your style?
I like to put stuff out there that has meaning.
What if any message do you try to relay to your audience?
If you want something work for it
What would you change about the music industry from an executive stand point?
Stay away from materialistic things
What do you think attributed to the change from consciousness of the early 80's to the gangster era of today?
It's kinda of a downfall people are saying the same stuff.
What are your thoughts about the way the artists are representing themselves?
Nowadays you got to get money.
Nowadays you got to get money.
Tell me what do you think about the way they are dressing the skirts and blouses?
They are dressing .
What would you consider to be the big break that will get the artists foot in the door mainstream?
You have to stand out from the rest
What would you consider to be the big break that will get the artists foot in the door mainstream?
You have to stand out from the rest
What are your goals for the future?
My future family
My future family
Do you have any shows/album/videos releases coming up?
The Rise of the Rookie
Are there any artists that you would like to collaborate with?
Kidd from Flint, Trick Trick
So your fans can follow you what social media sites are you on?
Twitter, Instagram, Reverberation, YouTube, Soundcloud
Are you involved in any social or political groups?
Detroit Rock City Promotion
Are you involved in any community programs?
No, not at the moment
Are there any challenges that you have dealt with and you have overcame?
Being shy.
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
Family, leave Michigan
What advice would you give to young men today who are suffering from injustices?
Keep your head up.
What advice do you give to aspiring artists who are trying to get into the music industry?Kilo. Work hard
What keeps you motivated, what drives you?
What keeps you motivated, what drives you?
Definitely, my family .
If you could change your profession what would it be?
If you could change your profession what would it be?
I don't know music is my dream it has always been apart of me
What are your thoughts about the legalization of Marijuana?
They should
If you could speak directly to the youth of
today about the importance of obtaining a good education what would you
say?
Go to school and get an education
Favorite food?
Tacos, mexican, spicy
What are your hobbies?
Writing, music, softball
Zodiac?
Cancer
I would like to thank you for this very powerful interview.
I look forward to future interviews with you. Much Success in all of
your endeavors. God bless you.Cancer
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