Apache
Indian
ARTIST OF THE MONTH
Your newest single Punjabi Girl has reached a lot of people, what was the
toughest part about making the song?
The toughest part of the process was to get the old school feel back
but bring it right up to date with fresh sounds & vocal styles. Big
Respects to my team behind the scenes Music Producers Jim Beanz
& Charlie Hype from the Sunset Camp in Philadelphia USA.
Being a musician and staying consistent is challenging, how have you
managed to stay abreast with changing times?
I have a good team around me, which includes Artist’s,
Producers, Writer’s & Musicians, who all contribute in their
own way. We have a great management team who advise and
inspire us always.
If there was something you’d like to change in the music industry, what
would it be and why?
I would like to see more support for Artist’s on all platforms,
especially Radio. Every Radio station should a policy
to support Artists & Bands who live in the City/
Country that the Station is based. These days
the Dj’s on Radio play whatever everyone else
is, and have become bigger Celebrities than
Artists themselves. The Industry has changed
so we need new policies to support talents from
a grass roots level and get them to the global
stages.
1. A song that plays regularly on your
playlist - ‘I feel good’ – Beres Hammond
2. Musician you’d love to collaborate
with - Bono – U2
3. Describe your music in one word -
Ra-Jah
4. What inspires you to make music? -
Life itself!
You’ve
collaborated
with noted
musicians
through your
journey, could
you name
a few who
you haven’t
collaborated
with yet but
would love to.
I would love to collaborate with the Great Gudass Mann & the
incredible LataMangeshka, & Reggae Legends BeresHammond
& Freddy McGregor! Shakira is top of the list.
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What makes your music unique according to you?
Artists should make their songs personal to them. Make it
as real as possible without thinking of the industry, fans,
money or success. My music is unique to me and my life &
experiences. It was never a formula to please people or gain fans.
Your album ‘On the weekend’ has a lot of expectation. What can one look
forward to from it?
Punjabi Girl feat Raftaar, is on the Album, it also has another
big collab ‘Whispers’ with the Late Great Reggae Legend
Frankie Paul. The Album also features Artists, Destiny, Cousin
Vinny, El Feco, Jim Beanz, Charlie Hype & Argenil Music
from Bangalore. ‘On the Weekend’ takes you on a journey from
Dancehall to Bhangra, Reggae & Trap and includes live music
played by musicians from across the world!
What are some of the key learningsyou’ve had from the time you started?
The key things I leant from the early days were to work hard
just as it was any other profession, and to learn about the
business of music industry itself. Also, that its important to
continue to develop the talents God has given us, as there is
always room for improvement.
What advise would you give to young and aspiring musicians in
this genre?
I would encourage Artists to write lyrics that are inspiring and
address more current issues. Rap is almost like being a news
reporter, it needs to reflect current issues political or otherwise
and maybe even can make a difference in the community if
not the world we live in. Music needs to push boundaries and
be interesting original & exciting. Artists should also try to
perform as much as they can.
Talk about your upcoming projects
I am currently promoting the Album across the world. This will
be supported by a tour around Christmas and the New Year. I
have already started working on new songs & a potential film
project about my career. I run a charity ‘Apache Indian Music
(AIM) Academy’ which supports young people with music &
life skills. We are based at Handsworth Campus South& City
College in my home-town Birmingham. Follow and get in touch
@aimusicacademy@apacheindianhq