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Where were you born/raised? I was
born in Peeskill New York. Raised
all over the south. It was interesting
to say the least
What are your influences? Musically. All of gospel. Rock&Roll. John
Legend. Kanye West. Mos Def.
Kelvin Lee. Outkast. My mother.
Langston Hughes. I really can go
on and on.
How did you come up with your
stage name? The Most High had
given me so much magic that I
could never be put in one category.
I needed a name that represented
that. Therefore whatever I need
“iAm”.
How would you describe your
sound/music? storytelling/ Rock&Soul. Man is there any other lol?
What are your short term and long
term goals? Career wise, short
term?
Let’s finish this album. And my
short films. I would love to perform
at the Afropunk festival this year.
Long term. Make history. Make art.
Make love. Make a difference.
Do you want to sign a major deal
or stay independent and have total
control over your music?
Major deal influence and power.
With the indie money lol. Control
is an illusion. The only true choice
you have is what purpose you will
serve.
Do you believe artists should be
role models as well as volunteer
and perform community service in
their communities?
Role models yes. Idols...no. Everyone, regardless of their craft,
should a humanitarian at the core
What can someone expect when
they come watch you perform?
To have an amazing time. It’s really
corny, but I want them to feel it.
What is your most recent project? I
have an EP on iTunes called “The
Last Night of Billy Lyons” the
album this summer is “Tale of a
Wolf”
What made you get into the music
industry? I’m a storyteller as are
we all. That is an avenue in which
I can express what I feel my people
need to hear.
If you were not making music what
would you be doing? Teaching
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