UHIH1:
Who and what influences your music?
BD:
I am influenced by LIFE as it occurs and the emotions that come along with those experiences, whether it’s positive or negative every choice has a story within it.
UHIH1:
At what point in life did you realize that you wanted to pursue a career in the music industry?
BD:
I have always enjoyed music especially as a kid, listening to my mom singing around the house…in the car on the way to church; I decided to pursue music as a career in middle school when I formed my first singing group. From that moment until this one, I have been passionate about this industry.
UHIH1:
Tell us a little about yourself.
BD:
I am B.DeVINE, an emerging Jacksonville, Florida based singer-songwriter-spoken word artist who’s lyrical and vocal style stir up an influence reminiscent of musicians such as Floetry, Jill Scott, and India.Arie.
UHIH1:
You are currently working on your debut album what can we expect from this project?
BD:
Sexy music written and performed to excite the soul.
UHIH1:
Let's get to know you a little more: What's your favorite food?
BD:
I would have to say seafood. There is just something about a good ole’ family “crabpot” with all the fixings; that just gives me goose bumps!
UHIH1:
All time favorite artist?
BD:
My all time favorite artist is Sade, honestly she has that timeless voice that soothes me after a long day and I could listen to every one of her tracks without ever wanting to skip a song, which is HUGE as an artist, in my opinion.
UHIH1:
Love life?
BD:
I am happily & gratefully in both…Love & Life!
UHIH1:
What is important to you when composing a song?
BD:
When composing a song, it’s important that I am feeling the components of the song, the message, production, arrangement, if it’s not coming together I move on to something else.
UHIH1:
How would you describe your music?
BD:
I would describe my music as sensual, seductive, and edgy. I affectionately named it “Pornetry” which means the ability to heighten sexual pleasure through poetry and music.
UHIH1:
Any advice you can give for aspiring singer/songwriters trying to break onto the scene?
BD:
Stay humble….plain & simple. In my opinion, humility will take you farther than money or fame ever will.
UHIH1:
What artist do you currently listen to?
BD:
Oh my, I am all over the place these days in terms of musical genres but if I had to narrow it down to one…I would have to say Lalah Hathaway’s LIVE recordings, I love the way she uses her voice like an instrument and engages the crowd with notes more so than lyrics. That is a talent that is soooo rare in music these days.
UHIH1:
When and where can fans expect to see you performing in the future?
BD:
I can B. found wherever there is an ear and a microphone. Please connect with me via my website www.BDEVINE.com & B. sure to download my free app on Google Play to stay in the know.
UHIH1:
Any celeb crushes.
BD:
Honestly, not a crush per se but I do admire the drive and ambition that Beyoncé has, she truly sets the bar for the type of artist I am striving to B.
UHIH1:
Any other loves than music.
BD:
I love to write songs, short stories and poetry, paint abstract art, and I enjoy riding motorcycles. I am pretty much all over the place, if it’s unusual or daring, I am pretty much all for it…at least once!
UHIH1:
What was the best advice you ever received?
BD:
Cultivate and value your relationships in both your personal and professional life.
UHIH1:
Can you remember the first song you ever sung?