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Hey whats good y’all, I’m bacK! with another dope interview with Ghetto Mafia’s own Wicked. Make sure you follow and support and S/O to DJ Dasz GA Fleet!

1.SOM: What is your Name/ Stage Name? Tell us where you’re from and what first got you interested in the music/entertainment industry?

WICKED: Wicked of Ghetto Mafia.  I’m from Decatur GA. What got me interested in rap music was a legendary rapper named MC Breed.

2. SOM: Who and/or what inspires you to create?

WICKED: There are many things that inspired me to create but the list is too long.  I will say that Artists like the Geto Boys, Too Short, Run DMC, Cash Money just to name a few.  They are labeled an artist that I listened to heavily and they gave me a great passion for music.

3. SOM: What Motivates you?

WICKED Many different things motivate me, family and the desire to knock down the perception that rap has an age limit. Also, to pass on my knowledge to the youth of today because I lived it.

4. SOM: How would you describe your sound?

WICKED: I would describe my sound as one of a kind, original, and the only one in the world that has my style.

5. SOM: What is your creative process like?

WICKED: It depends on the track, I approach each track differently.  If I have love song I will have the purple lights on. If I have a tear the club song I would call the homies and we gone tear up some stuff. My creative process varies pending the subject manner.

6. SOM: What artist(s) would you like to collaborate with?

WICKED: I don’t have any single artist that i’m dying to do a song with but the list of artists that I would like to do a song with can easily get into the hundreds or thousands

7. SOM: What is one message you would give to your supporters?

WICKED: To turn on as many people to my music as possible

8. SOM: What hidden talent do you have?

WICKED: I’m an excellent basketball player and I’m a great speaker English major

9. SOM: What would you be doing right now, if you weren’t doing music?

WICKED: I would probably be a school teacher in Physical Education or Special Education

10. SOM: Who are some artists you admire and why?

WICKED: I’m going to speak on those that I know. Alot of the old school artists like Motown Greats that made songs that raised us all

11. SOM: What is the best advice you’ve been given?

WICKED: My mother said get you a good woman and you can conquer anything

12. SOM: If you could change anything about “the industry” what would it be?

WICKED: I would change the way that our legends are celebrated. All of our legends will be held to the highest regard

13. SOM: What’s next for you, where would you like to see yourself in the next year?

WICKED: To plant myself as the true Underground King of rap. The best to ever do it without a record deal.

14: SOM: What is your social media? How can people get in contact with you?

WICKED: @TheRealGhettoMafia on Instagram or email me at vaceaceland9@gmail.com

Hey whats good y’all! SOM recently got a chance to catch up with a dope up and coming artist /model out of Raleigh NC “WONDR”  check out his new single “Relay” and don’t forget to follow him on social medias!

1. SOM: What is your Name/ Stage Name? Tell us where you’re from and what first got you interested in the music/entertainment industry?

WONDR: My name is Ryan O’Leary and I go by the stage name, WONDR (that’s spelled in all caps). I’m from Raleigh, NC and, ultimately, it was my dad who got me into music when he bought me my first guitar in elementary school. It was the loss of a former teammate in high school that pushed me to write and record my own raps and pursue music as a career. 

2. SOM: Who and/or what inspires you to create?

WONDR: Musically, it’s almost everyone. I think about every song I listen to, and I listen to almost anything so I’m always pushing myself to grow as a songwriter. So in a sense, that’s inspiring my next song. In general, though, it’s family. My dad as a businessman, my mom as a person of immense character, my sister as a hard worker, and my brother as a leader. In short, I’m inspired by a combination of artists and people who care about sharing the art that inspires them most.

3.SOM: What Motivates you?

WONDR: Future potential.  Fans existing and when new ones come in 

4.SOM: How would you describe your sound?

WONDR: Hip-Hop and R&B. I pull from experiences in relationships, business, and everyday life when I produce and write these songs. 

5. SOM:What is your creative process like?

WONDR: Everything starts with the beat. Once I create or find a beat from a friend that I like, I record over it until I catch a vibe and melody. I’m usually looking for specific emotions the beat gives me such as a happy, sad, party, or serious feeling. Then, once I have the initial flow, melody, and energy down, I write the song. This can take 30 minutes or a few days depending on how I’m feeling at the time. Then, I’ll record, pre-mix, mix, and master the song until I have it ready for release. That process is the most tedious, but the end product always makes it worth it.

6. SOM: What artist(s) would you like to collaborate with?

WONDR: This is hard to answer because I’m open to working with a lot of different people in the entertainment industry. The big thing for me is, do we mesh well together? Some people that I would love to work with or even just have a conversation with one day, though, are Dani Leigh, Matthew McConaughey, Drake, Poo Bear, and Rick Ruben. But that’s just to name a few. 

7. SOM: What is one message you would give to your supporters?

WONDR: Always be yourself. Inspiration can turn to covet and that usually distorts your creative process. I’ve been there more than once.

8. SOM:What hidden talent do you have?

WONDR: I’m a decent skateboarder. By descent I mean, I can do some tricks that, if you don’t follow skateboarding, you might be impressed by, lol.

9. SOM:What would you be doing right now, if you weren’t doing music?

WONDR: Racing cars professionally

10. SOM: Who are some artists you admire and why?

WONDR: My first intro to Hip-Hop was my brother handing me a burned Petey Pablo “Diary of a Sinner 1st Entry” in elementary school. From there on, he and my sister would pass me down CD’s of new artists at the time like 50 Cent, EM, Ludacris, Outkast, and so on. Before Hip-Hop, it was Rock & Roll and Pop, so I’d have to credit some of my influences to artists like Michael Jackson, Prince, Justin Timberlake, Led Zeppelin, AC/DC, Aerosmith, and Muse. In terms of hip-hop, though, my biggest influences are Tupac, Jay Z, Drake, and OutKast. The continuous impact of these artists today is the main reason why they are so influential to me. Another reason is each artist came to me at times in my life that made them impactful in ways reflective upon the emotional state I was in.

11. SOM: What is the best advice you’ve been given?

WONDR: You can be whatever you want

12. SOM: If you could change anything about “the industry” what would it be?

WONDR: My team and I are bringing a new flavor to the listener’s ear and an innovative way of conducting business with SYFR projects (the management & publishing company co-founded by myself and my manager Sean O’Leary) to the music industry. Something we are working to champion is 100% ownership of the composition. By that, we mean 100% ownership of any IP we create. So many artists are concerned about their masters when the bottom line is if you outright own the composition, you have full control over what the license agreement for your master looks like. Masters are only the tip of the iceberg as far as business opportunities for your composition. 

13. SOM: What’s next for you, where would you like to see yourself in the next year?

WONDR: I see myself as an established artist with multiple, 100% owned, platinum releases, who’s on the rise to becoming the next biggest artist in the music industry. I also see myself on a world tour

14. SOM: What is your social media? How can people get in contact with you?

WONDR: TikTok/IG/Twitter/Facebook: @wondr94 wondr94.com: Another great place to reach me and stay up to date with new releases, videos, shows, and merch.

BONUS!! Check out my Exclusive Interview with WONDR on NiaBoom.com

Hey SO Fam!

We recently got a chance to catch up with Kayla Joy Singer/ Songwriter from Richmond VA

SO: What is your stage name ? Where you from and what got you into the entertainment business

KJ: Kayla Joy, Richmond,VA I have always loved music, I grew up listening to all genes of music. I spent most of my childhood living overseas and didn’t have access to music like most. I didn’t really gain interest as an artist until I saw my first music video: Alicia Keys “Fallin”. That video inspired me, I said to myself, “I’m gonna do that one day”

SO: Who and/or what inspired you to create ?

KJ: Music use to be a place where you can go to feel like you are not alone, weather that be in the sweet 
3´´SZ of being in love, the pain of heartbreak or to feel empowered and united. I want to bring that back, a safe haven of timeless music

SO: How would you describe your sound ?

KJ: Hybrid R&B/Pop

SO: What is your creative process like ?
KJ: It really depends on my mood and if I feel inspired. I usually write out my lyrics, and then put it to music. Sometimes I will have a beat that will inspire me, and I’ll write as I’m listening to the beat. Also, through out the day, if something pops in my head I always write it down. It’s a must.

SO: What artists would you like to collaborate with ?
KJ:Alicia keys, H.E.R., and I would have loved to collaborate with Aaliyah

SO: What is one message you would give to your supporters ?
KJ:I promise to provide a gateway to a place of understanding through my music, to empower women give them strength.

SO: What is the most talent/skill you have that most people don’t know about?
KJ:I am very artsy all around, from jewelry making, to drawings/painting. I have an eye for art of all kinds and love it!

SO: What would you be doing right now, if you weren’t doing music ?
KJ: I would honestly probably be in the medical field. But with something artsy on the side.

SO: Who are some artists you admire and why ?
KJ: Alicia Keys of course, she is just a genuine artist when it comes to her craft, Jhené Aiko, she is also a genuine, talented artist

SO: What is the best advice you’ve been given ?

KJ: Stop worrying about what other people think and make music that you would listen to.

SO: If you could change anything about the industry, what would it be ?
KJ: How difficult it is for women to be in the industry. It’s a hard industry to be in and it’s not meant for everyone.

SO: Whats next for you, where do you see yourself in the next year ?
KJ:In the next year I want to be touring. My goal is to be known internationally

SO: What is your social media ? How can people get in contact with you
KJ: IG: @KaylaJoy_music FB: Kayla Joy Music Website: KaylaJoyMusic.net Twitter: @Kaylajoymusic1

Thank you Kayla we appreciate you taking the time out to chop it up with us!

1Luv,

Boom

SO: What is your stage name ? Where you from and what got you into the entertainment business IATW: I go by “IAMTHEWOLF” I was born in Palo Alto CA but I was raised my whole life in Oakland CA. I first got hooked on the music when I was 12. It all started when I was rapping for church. Been at it ever since

SO: Who and/or what inspired you to create ?                                                                                                    IATW: my life experiences I feel inspire a lot of what I talk about, also my kids. My outlook on life as well, feeling the Need to talk about things or just get shit off my chest

SO: How would you describe your sound ?                                                                                                    IATW:I would describe my sound as fun, versatile, & passionate.

SO: What is your creative process like ?
IATW: for me it all depends what kinda song/ mood I’m in at the moment. But for the most part I’d say I have a lot of fun creating but it’s also a very intimate process. It’s definitely unique I’d say.

SO: What artists would you like to collaborate with ?
IATW:Jesus, where do I begin. I know for a FACT russ and I would make a banger. But also ( in no particular order) j Cole, Kendrick, post malone, 6lack, Khalid, Ali Gatie, Joey bada$$, Joyner Lucas, token, lil baby and many many many more.

SO: If you could open a show for any artist who would it be ?
IATW: Id definitely have to say russ. Just because I witnessed the mans come up literally and a lot of what he talks about and how he moves I relate to. Plus his fan base I think would appreciate my music as well. But he’s just a GOAT. Shit will be legendary.

SO: What is one message you would give to your supporters ?
IATW: man, those are my people. They’ve stuck with me through a lot. Moments of inactivity and moments where I felt like I was touching the sky. They don’t owe me anything yet they always stay 10 toes down. I love my supporters, or how I call em my FANmily ! if I’m a form of inspiration to them, then my job is already in motion. Real ones !

SO: What is the most useless talent you have ?
IATW: breathing…… lol jk mmm well I can do that water drop noise with my cheek. Pretty useless. Unless, of course, if I’m in a movie theater and the scene is super quiet haha

SO: What would you be doing right now, if you weren’t doing music ?
IATW: I’ve always been and outdoorsy person and always had a passion for animals. So I’d definitely think I’d be going down the wildlife biologist route haha take care and live with a wolf pack, ya know, study them. #stillgonnadothat

SO: Who are some artists you admire and why ?
IATW: Don’t want to come of as a fan girl but when I tell you russ is a big inspiration of mine, I truly mean it. I still don’t know why the man receives so much hate but besides the point, I really look up to him because he put in the grind. Years and years on end to Be where he’s at now, on his own. Independent, literally independent. He always kept it real and humble. His mentality and points of views also resonate with me. He’s just an over all genuine guy.

SO: What is the best advice you’ve been given ?
IATW: short and sweet “focus is understanding what you need to ignore” shit hit me like a train haha

SO: If you could change anything about the industry, what would it be ?
IATW: I would love to see actual talent given a lot more chances. I’m not downplaying or discrediting any artists out rn. But I feel real talent shouldn’t be so hard to come across in the music industry, many times I feel like they go with what’s more marketable and it is a business so I understand that side of it. Nonetheless, i said what I said.

SO: Whats next for you, where do you see yourself in the next year ?
IATW: I definitely see myself making some kind of profit off my music and opening shows for some pretty important names in the industry within the next year. Just gotta keep grinding.

SO: What is your social media ? How can people get in contact with you
IATW: my Instagram is “iamthewolf7” people can reach me on there. Super active and post a lot of content. I also check my email regularly iamthewolfmusic@gmail.com

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Hey what’s good yall it’s ya girl Dj Nia Boom with Straight Official Magazine! We recently caught up with the one and only Sticky Fingaz from the legendary group Onyx to talk about his sound, his creative process, upcoming projects and more! #StickyFingaz #Artist #Actor #Director #Onyx #Queens #Brooklyn #Film #Music #Hiphop #JMJ #DJNiaBoom #GetSOM

1.SO Magazine: What is your Stage Name? 

   Sticky Fingaz: My stage name is Sticky Fingaz but everyone including my mother calls me Sticky, so it’s just my name.

2.SO Magazine: Who and/or what inspires you to create? 

    Sticky Fingaz: What is inspires me to create is myself. I’m always trying out do myself.

Rihanna received the NAACP President’s Award for her philanthropic  work at the NAACP Image Awards this past weekend. The star, who wore a purple Givenchy Haute Couture, was specifically honored for her fundraising efforts with various charities, including Raising Malawi, UNICEF, and Clara Lionel Foundation, the nonprofit organization she founded, which is devoted to emergency preparedness, in honor of her grandparents.

Rihanna’s acceptance speech included a powerful message for the audience. “I’m lucky I was able to start the Clara Lionel Foundation in 2012. And if there’s anything that I’ve learned, it’s that we can only fix this world together,”  “We can’t do it divided. I cannot emphasize that enough. We can’t let the de-sensitivity seep in. The, ‘If it’s your problem, then it’s not mine; it’s a woman’s problem; it’s a black people problem; it’s a poor people problem.”

“I mean, how many of us in this room have colleagues and partners and friends from other races, sexes, religions? Show of hands. Well, they want to break bread with you, right? They like you? Well, then this is their problem too. So when we’re marching and protesting and posting about the Michael Brown Jr.s and Atatiana Jeffersons of the world, tell your friends to pull up.”

The singer held nothing back as she continues to encourage the masses to do their part to make this world a better place. And this I why we Love Rihanna ok ok I do…

–Boom 

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After launching the longer-form content options, Instagram confirms to TechCrunch that it has internally prototyped an Instagram Partner Program that would let creators earn money by showing advertisements along with their videos. By giving creators a sustainable and hands-off way to generate earnings from IG, they might be inspired to bring more and higher quality content to the platform.

The program could potentially work similarly to Facebook Watch, where video producers earn a 55% cut of revenue from “Ad Breaks” inserted into the middle of their content. There’s no word on what the revenue split would be for IGTV, but since Facebook tends to run all its ads across all its apps via the same buying interfaces, it might stick with the 55% approach that lets its say creators get the majority of cash earned.

Make that Money!

-Boom

Instagram may finally let IGTV video makers earn money

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Source:TechCrunch