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HOW ZEY CHALZ IS TAKING OVER THE MUSIC INDUSTRY


Zey Chalz, is a seasoned producer from Cleveland, Ohio. He’s been producing, writing, and engineering music for over 15 years. Zey has traveled the world, and learned from some of the industries best.

We had the chance to interview Zey Chalz via Instagram to talk more about his music career, musical influences, and challenges in the music industry.

Hi Zey Chalz, Thanks for taking out time to share your experience in the music industry with us and your fans.

Tell us a little more about when you first got into music?

When I was seven my parents had just divorced and I used to spend a lot of time with my mom listening to house music(urban techno) and RnB. Her favorites at the time were R.Kelly and Janet Jackson. She got me a keyboard and I started taking lessons, and singing in the school choir. I had my first vocal solo the following year.

 

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If you could describe your sound/style in one word, what would it be and why? 

Dark. I tend to create from my pain and stressful life experiences, both instrumentally and vocally.

 

What would you say to any aspiring recording artists who look up to your work?

Study the people that inspire you. Learn and understand what it is you want to be in this world. Be original, work harder than everyone else and be true to yourself.

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What quote or mantra do you live by?

If you want to be great, you have to be grateful.

 

What is your hobby outside of music?

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Time with family.

 

Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

Stress free.

 

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What are your “5 things I wish someone told me when I first started” and why. Please share a story or example for each.

Not everyone is your friend. Learn how to separate business and friendship, Most people want something for nothing.

Understand what you are, and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.

I moved to Los Angeles when I was 24 with about $800 in my pocket, enough to get a room, food and a job.

After a few months I was signed to an independent label as a producer, songwriter, engineer and didn’t realize how much value I brought to the team.

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I constantly allowed people to take advantage of me thinking it would help me gain new opportunities in my career, and a lot of times it did, but what I learned is constantly underestimating your worth with the wrong people will leave you with nothing or worse, dead.

 

Which tips would you recommend to your colleagues in your industry to help them to thrive and not “burn out”?

Focus on what you love and understand your strengths and weaknesses. If you do that you will understand where you need help and how you can properly assist others.

 

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Do you have anything new or upcoming we can expect to see from you? 

I’m performing at an event next month in Atlanta, GA where I will be painting in front of a live audience, showcasing some of my music and art.

 

What is the inspiration behind your latest song? 

My song, “Fake Luv”, Has a message that hard work pays off, be true to yourself, and people around you. Have low expectations of others, and know life is not always easy.

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Is Rihanna Secretly Shooting a Music Video in Paris?

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Shocking news has done the rounds as speculative reports of Rihanna filming for a music video in Paris. There hasn’t been an official announcement, but given the new reports, it sounds like the City of Light will likely be the setting for her next artistic project. ​

Rihanna has dropped hint after hint of her comeback to music. Fans report that she is also nearing the finish line with her ninth fully realized studio effort, an album that will signal a departure with its continuity and freshness. Rihanna, over the years, through interviews, has additionally mentioned that she does not wish to write something that does not reflect her growth and evolution as an Artist, and the new album will not be “commercial or radio digestible” and it’s where her Artistry needs to be. ​

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Paris has long inspired artists, and Rihanna is no exception. The city has become a central hub for her fashion projects, and there are rumors she might have her next Fenty Puma fashion show at Paris Fashion Week. Considering her deep connections to the city and its vibrant artistic milieu, it would be understandable if she selected Paris as the location for a new music video. ​

There are no official confirmations, but for several reasons, it seems like they might be shooting a music video in Paris. Rihanna’s creative team has been said to have been working in secret in Los Angeles to prepare for the return. Reviewed only by you, the best of the best 😉 She has seen a parallel increase in her new dancing persona as a singer, cementing these worlds together, which could lead to a crazy visual music video in Paris. ​

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Adding fuel to that speculation is the potential of a world tour in 2025, rumored to be for Rihanna. A new music video shot in Paris would be a strong advertisement for her, reigniting fans’ eagerness and priming her return to the stage. And at a time when she is expected to make a big splash including a £32million deal with Live Nation and headlining prime festival slots for Glastonbury, the release of a new music video is perfectly timmed alongside this anticipated resurrection. ​

While fans are still waiting for confirmation, the prospect of a Rihanna music video filming in Paris could join the growing plot twists in her return story. Whether or not this is a strategic way to intertwine her music and fashion pursuits or an extension of her artistic vision, we are excited by the notion of Rihanna taking over the streets of Paris for a new video. ​

What do you think? Rihanna is filming a secret music video worldwide? If you found this article interesting, comment and let us know your thoughts!

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Tina Knowles Shines Light on Beyoncé & Jay-Z’s Enduring Love in 17th Anniversary Tribute

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When Beyoncé and Jay-Z marked 17 years of marriage, Tina Knowles turned to Instagram to tip her hat to the anniversary and the strength and heart behind it. In an affectionate video montage highlighting everything from backstage warmth to center-stage highlights, Tina Knowles praised the Carters for their solidarity. “Happy 17th anniversary to two of my favorite people in the whole wide world,” she wrote, ending with a simple red heart emoji that said more than any words could. “The love and the commitment, and the ability to put away all the outside noise, is phenomenal. The rest is just fluff; true love transcends all the nonsense. Enjoy your day.”

And in this instance, Tina’s words are ringing louder than ever.” The Carters have their issues, including recent scrutiny and public accusations that have rocked the clan. Jay-Z said in a personal statement released last December via Roc Nation that he was heartbroken about the effect that falsehoods like these have on their children. “My only heart break is for my family,” he said. “My wife and I are going to sit our kids down. One of them is old enough that her friends will probably read the headlines and ask questions. I mourn another loss of innocence.” It was a raw, vulnerable moment from one known as much for his lyrical swagger as for his guarded privacy. “Children should not have to go through such things in their age,” he added. “It’s unfair that we even have to make sense of this specific type of malice, which is meant to break families and to break the human spirit.”

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And yet here they are seventeen years later, still together, still strong, still in love. Tina Knowles’ tribute is more than a loving note from a proud mom. It is a strong declaration about the durability of aumber, it’s a testament to loyalty, growth and a bond that has proven from the very beginning to be louder than the noise.

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