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| Records to launch his new single, “When I Rise.” Harrisburg, PA born Jay L is by no means new to the entertainment scene. As a teenager he sharpened his skills by earning props from local talent shows, and city showcases. Jay L’s big break came when he won 1st place at the world famous “Apollo”. Jay L’s talent was already in evidence by his first appearance at the world famous “Apollo” in 1994. That earned him a showcase with Grammy Award winning singer and songwriter Babyface. Jay L has also graced the stage with some of the best R&B and Rap artists in the industry, including Master P, David Banner, Public Announcement, City High and Case. Previous signage under J-Pat Management allowed him to showcase for other great artists, such as, Usher. A huge favorite with the ladies, Jay L knows how to captivate his crowd and hold them hostage. This was evident at his two extraordinary performances at the famous Apollo Theater in New York where he won over tough Amateur Night audience with his melodic, sensual vocals. As his song, “She’s Wanting More” suggests, his performances always leave his audience wanting more. Jay L’s gifts are evident in more than just his music. This multitalented artist has appeared in such movies as “Any Given Sunday”, with Jamie Fox, Al Pacino, Dennis Quade and LL Cool J and “Random Hearts” with Harrison Ford. His video appearances include, “Heartbreak Hotel”, with such legendary divas as Whitney Houston, Kelly Price and Faith Evans. He’s further pursued his acting career by appearing in the play, “Cousin Earl” with Charles Smith. Jay L has also performed in TV shows, including, Word of Mouth and The Cutting Edge. Along with “When I Rise”, his other single, “Catching of an Eye” will also be hitting Walden Books and Borders bookstores in January 2007 as a compliment to the new book, “Catching of an Eye” by Kimberly Gonzalez. This hot new artist is one to keep an “Eye” on for he is definitely on the “Rise”. |
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Where are you from? San Marcos, TX
What are your musical influences? All of the legendary Hip Hop artist.
How would you describe your musical style? Original, Distinctive, Humurous at times but Not "gangsta"
What is one thing you want our readers to know about you .. Very humble and down to earth
With all the upcoming artists why should our readers listen to your music? It's music and songs that everyone can relate to
As an upcoming artist how do you differentiate yourself from others already in the industry? We all struggle in this business and want to be on top of our game, so, in a way I think we're all the same. Although I like to believe I am a bit different....not hard core rapper nor gangsta lyrics.
How can our readers hear your work? I am all over the map in regards to music web sites. You can check me out on iTunes, Want to b discovered.com, featured as the only unsigned artist with major artist on Urbanstreetz.com, URB.com, ourstage.com and even on 50 Cents new web site as well as Ching Blings web site....the list goes on and on.
What artists have you enjoyed working with the most and why? Rob G, Chingo Bling as well as Rasheed are cool kats to work with and they show alot of love and support.
If you had to choose one rapper and one R & B artist to do a collaboration with who would it be and why? Bun B and Keith Sweat. Like their style.
What Producer would you like to work with? Dr. Dre
What are your 3 artists you have in your ipod or CD player ... Snoop Dogg, Bun B, Ice Cube
What is your all time favorite CD? Snoop Dogg: "Doggy Style"
What is your all time Favorite Video? Colors
Where can our readers go listen to your work? www.myspace.com/cloc512 and the other sites I mentioned on question 7
What upcoming projects do you have? I am finishing my album but stay busy doing shows in San Antonio, San Marcos and Houston. Going to audition for a movie in May being shot in Houston! We'll see how that goes...LOL!!
Where can our readers see you perform live? Log on to my page and see my schedule
Do you prefer live performances or performing in the Studio?... I prefer live performances because you can directly connect with the audience and get immediate feedback.
If you could pick any artist living or dead that you could do a song with whom would it be and why? Fat Pat.... he gets it going!
Do you have any advice for other aspiring artists looking to get into the industry? Stay true to yourself and be very careful...lots of people out there trying to take advantage of young artist with no managment to back them up. Prcactice, practice and practice!
What do you do to have Fun? Being a Dad to my son has so many moments.
What do you do to relax? LOL!! a hot bubble bath ;-)
What is your favorite hang out spot? The Court (bar)
What is your favorite Food? Spaghetti and meatballs
What is your favorite Drink? Dr. Pepper
If you were not doing music, what would you be doing? Playing basketball in some league
Where do you see yourself in five years? successful
What nicknames do you have? LOL!! Mikey ..... my Mom calls me that because I eat everything!
What do you like the most about being a music artist? Interacting with people
What do you like the least about being a music artist? People waiting to see you mess up, and the long hours! constantly on the go.
Do you prefer mix tapes or albums? Album
Do you have a myspace page? www.myspace.com/cloc512
What are your plans for the summer? tour
What other talents do you have? Basketball
What's your favorite song of all time? Tops Drop by Fat Pat
What is the first thing you do when you wake up in the morning? Kiss my son and thank God.
What was the last thing you read? Question 35 LOL! nah...I read a book about ASCAP
What is one thing you can't go without? Family
Who is your favorite DJ? Scream
Who are your Heroes? Grandparents, Parents, Brother etc.. I look to alot of people in my life.
What do you look forward to? The future and my music
What is your favorite season and why? Winter....I like snow!
What is the best thing about music? I like the reaction on people's faces when they get into it
Living or deceased, who would you pick to be president and why ? Bill Clinton....he sort of kept it real (minus the Lewinsky ordeal)
What is your motivation? My son is the driving force
How long have you been in the music game? 4 years
What's next for you? A part in a movie and possibly one of my songs on the sound track.
How do you give back to the community? Free shows for the kiddo's and for the Food Bank
Independent or Major? Independent unless the Majors come up with great number$
What do you have as your ringtone? Regular ring tone
Do you have any shot outs? Thanks to my Mom, Dad, Son, The Man Upstairs, My Management (H-M Management) my neices and everyone out there that has stuck by me and had faith in me and believe in what I'm doing. And I also thank you...Houston 411 Magazine for giving me the opportunity to be interviewed and perform at your launch party! Thank you Ms. Janice Lavalais!
