By: Lisa Steinberg
Photo By Bee
Q) Your music is a bit pop and a bit R&B, but how would you describe your sound?
A) So, I will describe it between a mix of pop, R&B and rap so pop urban.
Q) Who are some of your musical influences?
A) My musical influences are Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Ciara, Jennifer Lopez, Madonna, Whitney Houston, Tina Turner, Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, Usher, etc.
Q) Talk about the story behind your new song “Control Fever.”
A) My song “Control Fever” is a hymn to female independence and to the thirst to control a man.
Q) What do you think it is about the song that fans connect to?
A) My fans identify with me somewhere and I am an example for them.
Q) How does the video for the track play into the message behind it?
A) The video shows my potential, my look, my style and especially the messages that are inside that any woman can interpret.
Q) What is your song writing process? Do you need music before you can create lyrics?
A) The lyrics were written by Angélique Cinélu. She is Brian Kennedy’s wife and I’m co-author. I gave her the subject I wanted – what I wanted – and she did the work, but I’m still a co-author.
Q) Brian Kennedy lent a hand in production on “Control Fever;” however, how much of a say do you have in the production of your music?
A) Brian Kennedy is just the music producer. I am the financial producer. Brian is a very talented producer, but the hope of the music I wanted is not up to par. It’s a shame.
Q) With this track out now, is this a prelude to an EP or full album?
A) So, 3 EP arrived produced by Humphrey a/ka/ neohumph, who is one of the greatest singers and composers and performers of his French R&B generation. It will be a mixture of French and English so be ready
Q) Where are some of your favorite places to perform and what makes those locations so significant to you?
A) I would like to perform at the VIP Room in Los Angeles
Q) Who would you most like to collaborate with on a song in the future?
A) I would like to collaborate with Chris Brown, Usher, Timbaland, Danja, Ciara and Darkchild.
Q) What artist/musician are you currently listening to and why do you dig them?
A) Right now I’m listening to a lot of Aaliyah albums and Michael Jackson. I miss them.
Q) What would you like to say to everyone who is a fan and supporter of you and your work?
A) I want to tell my fans don’t let go, believe in your dreams and especially don’t be desperate when you want something strongly you have it.
You know I’m a fan of the power of thought!