By: Jamie Steinberg
Photo By 5eyess photographed production
Q) How would you describe your sound?
A) I’d describe my sound as dark pop with R&B emotion. It’s cinematic, atmospheric, and a bit seductive — something you can feel at night, not just hear.
Q) Who are some of your musical influences?
A) Definitely artists like The Weeknd, Travis Scott and some early 2000s R&B. I’m inspired by music that creates a whole world, not just a song.
Q) Talk about the story behind your new song “Fire.”
A) “Fire” is about desire that you know might burn you, but you still go for it. It’s that moment when emotions take over logic — and you don’t want to stop.
Q) How did you and MONICA come to collaborate on the track?
A) It happened naturally. I was working on the track and felt it needed a female energy to balance it. When MONICA came in, she brought exactly that contrast — it completed the story.
Q) What do you think it is about the song that fans connect to?
A) It’s real. Everyone has felt that kind of attraction — intense, risky, addictive. People recognize themselves in it.
Q) How does the video for the track play into the message behind it?
A) The visuals reflect the same feeling — dark, minimal, emotional. It’s less about telling a story and more about creating a mood you can get lost in.
Q) What is your songwriting process? Do you need music before you can create lyrics?
A) Most of the time, I start with the vibe. I need to feel the sound first and then the words come naturally from that emotion.
Q) How much of a hand do you have in the production of your music?
A) I’m very involved. I don’t just write — I shape the sound, the direction, the feeling. Every detail matters to me.
Q) With “Fire” and “Hold On” out now, is this a prelude to a full album or EP?
A) Yes, this is part of a bigger story. I’m building towards a full album that connects everything into one world.
Q) Where are some of your favorite places to perform and what makes them special?
A) I love performing in places with strong energy — big cities, night environments. It’s all about the connection with the crowd.
Q) Who would you most like to collaborate with in the future?
A) The Weeknd would be an obvious one. I respect artists who build universes around their music.
Q) What artist are you currently listening to and why?
A) Lately I’ve been going back to The Weeknd’s older projects — the atmosphere and storytelling still hits differently.
Q) What would you like to say to your fans?
A) Stay with me — this is just the beginning. There’s a lot more coming.