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  • Interview with Sade Sealey

    Interview with Sade Sealey

    By: Where It Begins

     

    Quote from Sade

    “I’ve always loved singing from a young age. My mother always said when I was a baby she’d have to walk and sing to me so I would fall asleep. She probably planted a seed there. My music teachers, God bless them, were some of the early ones as well to see that potential.”

     

    Q. How did you get into the industry?

    A. I started off in this industry as a background vocalist. Honestly if my life had gone any different even in the slightest, I probably would’ve ended up in a different lane, but college really opened up the doors for me and gave me the opportunity to cross paths with some brilliant people who helped me to get where I am now.

    Q. Who’s been an inspiration to you?

    A. Firstly my husband. I see his drive and his ambition and the sacrifices he’s taking to get where God wants him to. It’s amazing. My mother, her resilience and strength I’ve witnessed all these years has always been inspiring. These days our local artists are breaking so many boundaries. The ones I know personally, like Nathanael, Sherwin, Mekaiel, the ones that gave me a chance like Positive and Mention, and so many others I can’t help but be inspired by our own.

    Q. What advice can you give others that want to get into the industry?

    A. Be wise about every decision you make. You may slip up sometimes but even then, the decisions you make. You may slip up sometimes but even then, the decisions you make to get back up, let it be made in wisdom. Never ever stop seeking God about every move you make and don’t be discouraged. I’ve been there but then you realize it’s never smooth sailing but know the God you serve has great plans for you.

    Q. What are some of your hobbies?

    A. I won’t really call it a hobby, but I really enjoy watching HGTV and Food Network. Somehow, I’m able to clear my mind while watching. If that doesn’t work, then I’ll find a concert to watch and be inspired.

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  • In Memories of Kobe Bryant

    This was so dope in memories of @kobebryant

    Had to post R.I.P.

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  • Iris Enterprises Phoenix Wellness Programs by Kristen Haney

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  • Courtney Larisa & Terrance

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  • How to Turn Self-Love into Power Couple Goals

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  • 5 Ways to Love Yourself While in a Relationship

    5 Ways to Love Yourself While in a Relationship

    By Kris Fuller

    Follow at @yourlifesparkles on all platforms

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  • Interview with DJ Nikki Reignz

    Interview with DJ Nikki Reignz

    By: Where It Begins

    Q. What made you want to be a DJ?

    A. I actually never knew that I wanted to be a DJ until I actually started Djing. My husband was the one who wanted to get into Djing. So, after all of the equipment was purchased, he never really had the time to learn it. I was home all the time and I just started messing around with it…. then I became OBSESSED! I fell in love with it ever since.

    Q. What kind of equipment do you like working with?

    A. I actually love working on all equipment. Turntables, controllers, and CDJ’s. It all just depends on what mood I am in. They all give a different feel.

    Q. What differentiate you from the rest of the DJ’s?

    A. Me! Every DJ has their own way of playing. Sing selection, timing, and energy….. I am what makes me different because no one can do me the way I DO ME!

    Q. Can you give any advice to upcoming DJs?

    A. Make sure to surround yourself with people who will encourage your growth and who you can learn from. Also, PRACTICE! You will never be too good to not have to practice. Work on your craft daily. Oh, and one more thing…. Keep going! It certainly is fun and is very rewarding (As with anything when you love what you do), but it is hard work and is not as easy a road. You’ll definitely have your moments but don’t give up. I promise it’s worth it!

    Follow me @djnikkireignz

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  • DJ Samore

    Interview with DJ Samore

    By: Where It Begins

    Q. What made you want to be a DJ?

    A. Love for music period.

    Q. What are some current challenges being a DJ?

    A. Really just trying to boss up like these guys out here, it’s more than just being a Dj, you have to be rounded across hosting, djing and spinning.

    Q. How would you define your “Style” or approach to providing DJ entertainment?

    A. I’m trying to be the female DJ Khaled of the game period.

    Q. Who or what influenced you to be a DJ?

    A. The love for music and then she syndicated radio shows like Steve Harvey Morning Show, Tom Joyner Morning show, DJ Khaled, Rickey Smiley morning show, DJ Envy and The Breakfast Club.

    Q. Can you give any advice to upcoming DJs?

    A. Stay consistent, stay down, and don’t give up. I mean you will have thoughts but stay focus on the end result and you can’t do it for the money because it’s not going to come right away.

    Follow DJ Samore @thisisdjsamore

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  • Interview with DJ Nabs

    Interview with DJ Nabs

    By: Where It Begins

    Q. How did you come up with the name DJ Nabs?        

    A. My best friend Alton Lucas back in Durham NC, where I am from had started calling me Nabs. I was like what is Nabs? They were skinny Briscoe Cookies in 6th grade. I hated it, but it stuck. I started Djing 4 years later in 10th grade I became DJ Nabs the Briscoe Disco.

    Q. What made you want to become a DJ?

    A. It was the early 80’s I never had any interest in rapping. I did try to break dance, but it did not work out and I became a DJ.

    Q. How did you get in with being a DJ for So So Def?

    A. With So So Def I started it with Jermaine with him making mixtapes and at that time. I was on Radio and V103. When Jermaine finally got a deal with So So Def this was after Kris Kross. For Kris Kross which I ended up Djing for in 1992 which was Jermaine group was not on So So Def they were on Rough House Records out of Philly. Then Jermaine got So So Def recording that we now know, and that first group was Xscape with 1 DJ for them before at that time. I ended up meeting Jermaine through my friends Arrested Development who had a hit that same year as Kris Kross called Tennessee. Hot 97.5 same thing. I known Jerry Smokin B who is a radio legend and he called me in 95 that we had a new rap station and wanted me to come on over. I was at V103 at the time. A year later they asked me again and I decided to go to Hot 97.5 in 1996 they were a year old at the time.

    Q. What differentiate you from the rest of the DJ’s?

    A. We all are different, it’s just tapping into your own personal superpower that’s how I describe it. I haven’t always felt like I wasn’t good enough but that’s what made me practice a lot. I know I am a really good DJ and that I am passionate about it and the more that I draw from my own individual vibe that’s how I create things like Old School Sundays at Clyde that people still talk about when I repost my videos. People repost it because they still feel it. Most of all I just try to be me.

    Q. Can you give any advice to upcoming DJ’s?

    A. Stay true to your craft whatever that may be and then if you are the type that can master more than one craft then do that. Master that craft, master the next one that’s how you become a prince to me. Prince was a genius, a writer, ranger, musician, performer. Djing is not one thing you can produce being on the radio is different being a music director on stage is different like production not just producing music but producing the show producing the event. I can produce at Las Vegas shows then produce Atl Crunk music fest, I can produce something on Tom Joyner family reunion. As a DJ we have the ability to master that craft.

    Follow DJ Nabs at @Djnabs

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  • Interview with DJ Gorgeous

    Interview with DJ Gorgeous

    By: Where it Begins

    Q. What made you want to be a DJ?

    A. My passion/love for music made me want to be a DJ. I’ve been singing and dancing since I was 2 years old. At the age of 1a5 I became a promoter and saw how the people loved the DJ, saw how a DJ can send you home happy, take all of your worries away and I wanted to provide that experience. I like to see people enjoying themselves.

    Q. What differentiate you from the rest of the DJ?

    A. I’m just like every other DJ, I don’t like to single myself out. We all have the same passion and drive. We are all trying to break artists and get each other’s name out there. I am a single mom, so that differentiates me from some other DJs.

    Q. Who is your favorite DJ of all time?

    A. I love Jazzy Jeff and Spinderella. I can’t pick between the two lol.

    Q. Who would you consider to be a DJ Legend?

    A. I would consider Jam Master Jay is one because he was well known in the Hip-Hop community. Run DMC was unstoppable, and kids will learn about them in their history classes.

    -Jazzy Joyce has been breaking down bearers for female DJs since the early 80’ and recorded a few of her own songs. She gets left a lot.

    Q. Can you give any advice to upcoming DJs?

    A. Network, network, network. You never stop networking. And practice as much as you can. Lastly, do not let anyone sell you a dream.

    Follow DJ Gorgeous at @Djgorgeous1

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