Exxpose Magazine 26 | Page 14

EXXPOSE: What has been the most difficult part of your journey in the entertainment industry? DERRICK (DZ): -Getting started. The reason is, you have to build everything (a team, visual of the label, marketing, promotions, a fan base, etc.) and that's the basis of building anything. And if you build it wrong, it could ruin everything you worked for and you will find yourself starting over from square 1. I had to take my time. Over a 2-year process, I planned everything out and started making moves as soon as the time was right. And I accomplished 'Project Records' in the end. That's one hell on an accomplishment, by the way. EXXPOSE: What is the one thing you want everyone to know about you? DERRICK (DZ