Introduce yourself. Who are you? Where are you from? What is your background / nationality?
I go by the name André Jay and I am a Pop/HipHop/Urban Latino Musician! I am from Woodland, CA! A small city based outside of Sacramento but I currently reside in the city of angels.
How did you get your Artist name?
After writing down about 25 different potential artist names, I choose “André Jay” because its closest to my government name haha.
What motivated you to get into Music?
Family and the idea of traveling to different places due to music. Growing up I was around musicians, I have about five family members who have a strong passion for music and that always stuck to me. I saw how happy it made them anytime they would perform their talents and I wanted a piece.
What makes you unique / stand out as an Artist compared to the rest?
I’d like to think what makes me stand out would be that I write each song with spanglish lyrics and mix them into different types of songs. I have a mixed sound and don’t settle for one specific genre, I like to make music on whatever feeling I have going on at that moment. Sometimes I make music that is upbeat or ambitious, other times it’s sexual or sad. Just really depends on my feelings during the time.
Let our readers know some of the names of people you have worked with?
I’ve had the pleasure of working with AyeG who has been on my corner since I first moved to LA. He is a very talented Engineer/Producer who has taught me so much about tempo and engineering over the years. He started his own record label which I salute him for: http://www.amgstudios.com/ Another person I have worked with that is fuego is my good friend Nia. We put out my first collaborative Spanish song and it got great responses from so many people. She’s a talented chica who taught me a few things with melody. Shouts to her!
What are somethings you would like to achieve and why?
My own headlining tour!!! I’ve had a desire for that for so long! I can’t list all the reasons why I’ve always wanted to do that because its to god damn many haha. I mean the main reason why is because I would have the opportunity of traveling to places I’ve never seen and meeting all kinds of different people from different walks of life!
What are some past achievement worth mentioning?
I have two main achievements that keep me feeling good about this tough music journey I am on. One, Organizing my own independent tour early in 2019. Two, Organizing my own showcase for artists to perform their music (Wasn’t an insane turnout as I anticipated but man was it a good time!)
On a personal level, how would you describe yourself in detail?
Ambitious yet Grounded. I can’t just sit and do nothing (Unless I’m with friends/family) but when i’m on my own I have to be doing something at all times. It keeps me from getting depressed or feeling like i’m wasting time.
What is your latest single? What are you working on?
My largest single to date would be “Myself” which I released two years ago, this was a turning point for me because it was the first song I released where I found my sound and received such great reviews. After that my music just felt right and not so forced. I am currently working on Spanish projects with a few Hip Hop projects in the mix.
In this music industry, what is something you learned the hard way?
I’ve learned that it is a competitive sport, and everyone wants to win just as bad as you do. There is a lot of cut throat/fake people yet amazing talented people. It’s a melting pot.
How long have you been doing music? What got you into Music?
I’ve been pursing music since 2015 but didn’t find my sound until late 2017. Besides that I have been writing songs since I was about 12 years of age. What got me into music was the fact that it captures a moment in your life. Like a timestamp in real time, you know when you hear a song that you haven’t heard in about three years and all of sudden you hear it and you’re back in that time, reminiscing. That’s what I want to do with my music, I want to capture moments for people with my music.
In 5 years, where do you see yourself in the music industry and why?
I see myself on tour with an up and coming artist or on my own tour. I also see myself performing at major festivals and collaborating with some of the artists I’ve looked up to.
Who were some music influences you listened to while growing up? What do you remember when you think about them?
Some major influences I grew up listening to are Green Day, Wisin Y Yandel, The Dream, Eminem and Kid Cudi. When I think about any of these artists I think about a young reckless kid running around being a free spirit.
To close out for your current and future fans, what are some last words and shout outs you want to give?
BIG BIG shouts to whoever is reading this, hope you guys decide to tune in to my music! Also big shouts to everyone who has believed in me since the jump! MUCHAS GRACIAS!
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