1) Introduce yourself
Hi I’m Chris Strange, keyboardist a/k/a Throwing Bones
2) How did you come up with your stage name?
Wachichoo was the name given to settlers by native Americans, meaning “Man with Upside Down Face” b/c they had shaved heads and beards. I’m not sure how it happened, but at the first rehearsal, this name came to us in a shared vision. And honestly, Wachichoo was a fun name to say.
3) What sets you apart from other aspiring artists?
We are real musicians and have all paid our dues. We are a rock-type band with no guitar, which is something you don’t see all the time.
4) What single or project are you currently pushing?
For more, visit Ucombo Interviews.
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Rapper Scott Giannotti - A Conversation
Please introduce yourself to our readers.
My name is Scott Giannotti my nickname is SAV, I am a rapper originally from Strong Island but now I live in Northern New Jersey.
How did you come up with your stage name?
SAV is a derivative from the names of myself Scott, brother Anthony, and Sister Valerie. They are also professional independent musicians. At times I also think of it meaning sex and violence because those are two things I’ve felt very passionate about.
What sets you apart from other aspiring artists?
My desire to succeed, my ability to channel the realness within my words and deliver them is the things that set me apart from every other artist. I have been a hustler my whole life and I feel that I can multi-task at a higher level then 90% of society so I believe I can simply outperform in the long run-wear em all out.
For more, visit Ucombo Music Reviews.
My name is Scott Giannotti my nickname is SAV, I am a rapper originally from Strong Island but now I live in Northern New Jersey.
How did you come up with your stage name?
SAV is a derivative from the names of myself Scott, brother Anthony, and Sister Valerie. They are also professional independent musicians. At times I also think of it meaning sex and violence because those are two things I’ve felt very passionate about.
What sets you apart from other aspiring artists?
My desire to succeed, my ability to channel the realness within my words and deliver them is the things that set me apart from every other artist. I have been a hustler my whole life and I feel that I can multi-task at a higher level then 90% of society so I believe I can simply outperform in the long run-wear em all out.
For more, visit Ucombo Music Reviews.
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Meet the band Stereo Crowd
Jamie Robinson (drums), Robert Keith (guitar), Paul-
Anthony(guitar & vocals), VFerg (base & vocals)
How did you come up with your stage name?
Well the band was given birth to on the rooftops of South Harlem. It started as just a lot of musicians getting together and jammin’ out on P-A roof on 111th street. We invited anyone and anyone who wanted to play or hang and listen. Before we knew it, we were getting over well over 100 people on the roof listening, and another 20-30 musicians or so jamming.
It was wild! P-A looked around and said to VFerg, “yo… we should start a band,” so they had another party; this time a covert band naming operation was at play. Throughout the night, people put over 150 names in a jar. The next day, P-A picked out two: “Uptown” and “Stereo Crowd.” When he called VFerg about it, VFerg lost his sh*t, because of all the names in the jar, P-A picked out the one that VFerg put in… “Stereo Crowd.”
The name represents what we saw those first few nights and what we still see today – a very diverse crowd that blends together like the left and right channels do in audio, to create stereo. In this case, that stereo signal of left and right that have come together as one, is a crowd.
What sets you apart from other aspiring artists? Hmm… well some people are like us.
They work as hard, build team, put out their own content, etc… It’s the extent that we take it, along with our style of music, that’s makes us different. We have soooo much fun playing this music! Some people are all pissed off… we just want you to shake your rump! Then when it comes to building our business team, we want to crush it! Bring in and engage as many fans as we can.
Fore more, visit Ucombo Indie Music Reviews.
Anthony(guitar & vocals), VFerg (base & vocals)
How did you come up with your stage name?
Well the band was given birth to on the rooftops of South Harlem. It started as just a lot of musicians getting together and jammin’ out on P-A roof on 111th street. We invited anyone and anyone who wanted to play or hang and listen. Before we knew it, we were getting over well over 100 people on the roof listening, and another 20-30 musicians or so jamming.
It was wild! P-A looked around and said to VFerg, “yo… we should start a band,” so they had another party; this time a covert band naming operation was at play. Throughout the night, people put over 150 names in a jar. The next day, P-A picked out two: “Uptown” and “Stereo Crowd.” When he called VFerg about it, VFerg lost his sh*t, because of all the names in the jar, P-A picked out the one that VFerg put in… “Stereo Crowd.”
The name represents what we saw those first few nights and what we still see today – a very diverse crowd that blends together like the left and right channels do in audio, to create stereo. In this case, that stereo signal of left and right that have come together as one, is a crowd.
What sets you apart from other aspiring artists? Hmm… well some people are like us.
They work as hard, build team, put out their own content, etc… It’s the extent that we take it, along with our style of music, that’s makes us different. We have soooo much fun playing this music! Some people are all pissed off… we just want you to shake your rump! Then when it comes to building our business team, we want to crush it! Bring in and engage as many fans as we can.
Fore more, visit Ucombo Indie Music Reviews.
Interview with Lerix – A hip-hop artist from Brooklyn
Lerix is a Brooklyn based emcee whose recording style is progressive and reminiscent of hip-hop’s “Golden Era.” His infatuation with hip-hop started at a young age, thanks to the influence of his older cousin, Hank Love, who was the co-host of 105.9’s “Hank love and Half-Pint show.” Soon enough, Lerix started writing and recording songs of his own. Lerix’s music is often compared with hip-hop heavy weights like Mos Def, Lupe Fiasco, Tribe Called Quest and De La Soul. We interviewed him this week.
Hi Lerix, please introduce yourself to our music lovers.
“Hi! My name is Lerix, I’m a hip-hop artist from Brooklyn, NY”
2) How did you come up with your stage name?
“Lyrics was just a name people called me growing up because I was always writing song lyrics in my notebooks. I ended up running with the name but I flipped the spelling to make it a little more unique to me.”
3) What sets you apart from other aspiring artists?
” I’m not so “rock star” as most artists are. I’m usually one of the nerdiest guys in the room and I fully embrace that.”
4) What single or project are you currently pushing?
For more, visit us on Ucombo Reviews.
Hi Lerix, please introduce yourself to our music lovers.
“Hi! My name is Lerix, I’m a hip-hop artist from Brooklyn, NY”
2) How did you come up with your stage name?
“Lyrics was just a name people called me growing up because I was always writing song lyrics in my notebooks. I ended up running with the name but I flipped the spelling to make it a little more unique to me.”
3) What sets you apart from other aspiring artists?
” I’m not so “rock star” as most artists are. I’m usually one of the nerdiest guys in the room and I fully embrace that.”
4) What single or project are you currently pushing?
For more, visit us on Ucombo Reviews.
Monday, July 18, 2011
Aerias - an emcee from Chicago
We recently had a conservation with Aerias, an indie artist from Chicago.
1) Introduce yourself:
My names Aerias, an emcee from Chicago. I also play the guitar & freestyle a lot at my shows. I was born and raised in Chicago so Im familiar with all the genres of music and artists that come out of it. I’m known locally…for now.
2) How did you come up with your stage name?
Its a play off my last name. My lucky number is 3 and one day I was trying to come up with a logo when I saw the 3 looked like an “E” cause my hand cramped up from writing haha. After that the only place I could put the “E” so it made sense, was after the “A”. So the “E” in Aerias is actually a backwards “3″ thanks to cramps and numerology haha.
3) What sets you apart from other aspiring artists?
I don’t just aspire. I do. And when I do, I do different. I’m sure everyone says that. What really sets me apart isn’t just my music, its who I am outside the music. I’m weird, deadly and eccentric…lyrically of course.
4) What single or project are you currently pushing?
Right now, Im pushing Bootleg Broads. A single off my new album “Scream Like You Mean It”. Its basically a song poking fun at certain people. The title should give you a clue haha.
5) What is the philosophy by which you live by?
Inspire and motivate. I don’t just make music for me. I make it for the people and the fans. I believe music should remind people they’re not alone and push them through trials and everyday drama. I appreciate all kinds of music. But my music has to help, make happy, make forget, make fight and make strong. Its not all about me yknow?
6) Which artists have inspired you to pursue music?
Wow. The list can go on forever. I’m an empath so I pick things up from everyone. But the main ones and that come first to mind are Jimi Hendrix, KRS-ONE, Kanye West, The Doors, Coheed & Cambria, Thrice, Bob Dylan, The Vines, Common, James Brown, Bob Marley, Lauren Hill, Nas & Hott 22 to name a few.
For more, visit Ucombo Music Reviews.
1) Introduce yourself:
My names Aerias, an emcee from Chicago. I also play the guitar & freestyle a lot at my shows. I was born and raised in Chicago so Im familiar with all the genres of music and artists that come out of it. I’m known locally…for now.
2) How did you come up with your stage name?
Its a play off my last name. My lucky number is 3 and one day I was trying to come up with a logo when I saw the 3 looked like an “E” cause my hand cramped up from writing haha. After that the only place I could put the “E” so it made sense, was after the “A”. So the “E” in Aerias is actually a backwards “3″ thanks to cramps and numerology haha.
3) What sets you apart from other aspiring artists?
I don’t just aspire. I do. And when I do, I do different. I’m sure everyone says that. What really sets me apart isn’t just my music, its who I am outside the music. I’m weird, deadly and eccentric…lyrically of course.
4) What single or project are you currently pushing?
Right now, Im pushing Bootleg Broads. A single off my new album “Scream Like You Mean It”. Its basically a song poking fun at certain people. The title should give you a clue haha.
5) What is the philosophy by which you live by?
Inspire and motivate. I don’t just make music for me. I make it for the people and the fans. I believe music should remind people they’re not alone and push them through trials and everyday drama. I appreciate all kinds of music. But my music has to help, make happy, make forget, make fight and make strong. Its not all about me yknow?
6) Which artists have inspired you to pursue music?
Wow. The list can go on forever. I’m an empath so I pick things up from everyone. But the main ones and that come first to mind are Jimi Hendrix, KRS-ONE, Kanye West, The Doors, Coheed & Cambria, Thrice, Bob Dylan, The Vines, Common, James Brown, Bob Marley, Lauren Hill, Nas & Hott 22 to name a few.
For more, visit Ucombo Music Reviews.
David E Beats of the White House Band
We interviewed David E Beats, a member of the White House Band this week.
Hi David, please introduce yourself.
Wasup! This is David E Beats, the lead and only official member of The White House Band!
How did you come up with your stage name?
I always wanted to have a band called The White House Band. It was something that I’ve always wanted so finally I just said, fuck it, lets do it.
What sets you apart from other aspiring artists?
That my fans support me! Also, that I work longer and harder than most other acts!
What single or project are you currently pushing?
#TheStimulusPackageEP which you can find on my website or on the bands bandcamp!
What is the philosophy by which you live by?
Music First, Bullshit Last!!!!
Which artists have inspired you to pursue music?
First rapper that I listened to was Jay-Z and he was the one who inspired me down this long journey.
Who does most of your production?
I write, produce, and mix all the songs on every record!
What is your opinion of the current state of the music industry?
I try not to have one. I’m just focusing on making sure I stand out above the noise to get my band noticed and make sales.
If you could change one thing about the music industry what would it be and why?
Nothing. I’d like it to stay the same at least for now. Once my band grows into a national band, then it can change up, lol.
Are there any singers/rappers that you would like to collaborate with in the future?
I’m down to collaborate with anyone really, I’m a fan of music. Doesnt really matter who it is, as long as they are dopesauce to me I’ll do the collab!
What Is your favorite movie and favorite book?
My favorite movie is Gladiator and my favorite book is Empire State Of Mind.
For more of the interview, visit A Conversation with David E. Beats.
Hi David, please introduce yourself.
Wasup! This is David E Beats, the lead and only official member of The White House Band!
How did you come up with your stage name?
I always wanted to have a band called The White House Band. It was something that I’ve always wanted so finally I just said, fuck it, lets do it.
What sets you apart from other aspiring artists?
That my fans support me! Also, that I work longer and harder than most other acts!
What single or project are you currently pushing?
#TheStimulusPackageEP which you can find on my website or on the bands bandcamp!
What is the philosophy by which you live by?
Music First, Bullshit Last!!!!
Which artists have inspired you to pursue music?
First rapper that I listened to was Jay-Z and he was the one who inspired me down this long journey.
Who does most of your production?
I write, produce, and mix all the songs on every record!
What is your opinion of the current state of the music industry?
I try not to have one. I’m just focusing on making sure I stand out above the noise to get my band noticed and make sales.
If you could change one thing about the music industry what would it be and why?
Nothing. I’d like it to stay the same at least for now. Once my band grows into a national band, then it can change up, lol.
Are there any singers/rappers that you would like to collaborate with in the future?
I’m down to collaborate with anyone really, I’m a fan of music. Doesnt really matter who it is, as long as they are dopesauce to me I’ll do the collab!
What Is your favorite movie and favorite book?
My favorite movie is Gladiator and my favorite book is Empire State Of Mind.
For more of the interview, visit A Conversation with David E. Beats.
A conversation with Tunde Olaniran
As a child of an American social-activist mother and Nigerian Christian immigrant father, Tunde Olaniran has been instilled with the infusion of culture, consciousness, and rhythm since birth. Growing up, he lived in Germany, Nigeria, and England before settling in Flint, MI for his late adolescence where he was exposed to urban, folk, and soul influences of the small, humble city as well as a strong jazz influence on his mom’s behalf. We had a conversation with him this week about his music and life.
Hi Tunde, please introduce yourself to our readers.
I’m just a guy living in one of the most dangerous cities in the country.. making weird, dark electrosoul.
How did you come up with your stage name?
Tunde Olaniran is my real name! Go to Nigeria.. it’s as common as “John Smith.”
What sets you apart from other aspiring artists?
I think my music and performance sets me apart. I take really divergent musical influences and strip them down into a lo-fi aesthetic. My performance pushes against racial and gender boundaries and has a compelling DIY aspect.
To read more of the interviews, go to Ucombo Interviews.
Hi Tunde, please introduce yourself to our readers.
I’m just a guy living in one of the most dangerous cities in the country.. making weird, dark electrosoul.
How did you come up with your stage name?
Tunde Olaniran is my real name! Go to Nigeria.. it’s as common as “John Smith.”
What sets you apart from other aspiring artists?
I think my music and performance sets me apart. I take really divergent musical influences and strip them down into a lo-fi aesthetic. My performance pushes against racial and gender boundaries and has a compelling DIY aspect.
To read more of the interviews, go to Ucombo Interviews.
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