Exposed Vocals: So tell us your story. Where did you grow up? What made you decide to become an artist?
Piff Loonez: I grew up in a small town called Montclair located in the heart of Jersey. The person that inspired me to become an artist was Jay-z. After listening to the Blueprint I was hooked and determined to became a artist just like him. I began to record music on my own with my stereo and cassette tape and spent years building and perfecting my skills.
Exposed Vocals: How did you come up with that name? What was your inspiration behind it?
Piff Loonez: Well “Piff” is A term used for weed and “Loonez” is short for Lunatic as saying I go crazy on the beats. And my inspiration behind it is LOL smoking weed and just being a best on the track.
Exposed Vocals: What do you think about online music sharing? Do you ever give your music away for free? Why?
Pif Loonez: I think online music sharing is fair and on the same note not fair because you want your music to be heard by everyone without the restriction of having to pay a fee but as an artist I still do deserve to get rewarded just like anyone working a job. I do give away my music for free but I also charge. I give my music away for free because as an indie artist you are not known to anyone and 9/10 no one is going to give you the time or even look at your mixtape so sometimes you have to give it away for free. And if it is good music than you won’t have a hard time second go round.
Exposed Vocals: Since everyone was a start-up once, can you give any smaller or local bands or artists looking to get gigs and airplay some tips?
Piff Loonez: It’s most important to have a team behind you, a good support system will take your far. Make sure your music is up to par as best as you can even if you are working from a home studio such as myself and. Marketing and investing are the most important things to do if you at least want to have a chance at getting somewhere. Just believe in yourself and don’t let anyone tell you, you can’t.
Exposed Vocals: Do you ever make mistakes during performances? How do you handle that?
Piff Loonez: Of course I have but I have learned how to improvise and try to not let that mistake be heard or seen. If I happen to forget a bar I just stay on beat and jump right into the next one.
Exposed Vocals: Do you tour? Anything interesting happen on tour that you think our readers would enjoy hearing about?
Piff Loonez: Unfortunately I have not been on tour but that is soon to come.
Exposed Vocals: Where do you usually gather songwriting inspiration? What is your usual songwriting process?
Piff Loonez: from life situations. And most of the time I hear the beat and I jus go off of that. I write a song from between 45-hour and a half
Exposed Vocals: Do you have a band website? What online platforms do you use to share your music?
Piff Loonez: My official website is currently under construction but my music can be heard on many platforms such as soundcloud, youtube, facebook, datpiff and to many more to name.
Exposed Vocals: What are some really embarrassing songs that we might find on your mp3 player?
Piff Loonez: I cant really say that I have embarrassing songs in my phone I like to listen all kinds of music.
Exposed Vocals: If you were given half a million dollars and a year off, what would you do? How would you spend it?
Piff Loonez: travel the world the world with my family and friends. I would just enjoy life and enjoy the finer things life has to offer and just take care of me and my family.
Exposed Vocals: Any planned studio upgrades? What are you working with now?
Piff Loonez: I do plan on upgrading my studio with just getting a new program and a mic. Right now I am working with the recording program Sonar LE.
Exposed Vocals: How do you find ways to promote your music? What works best for you?
Piff Loonez: I promote my music through advertising on the street which to me is still a very effective way. I also like to promote my music across all the social platforms such as soundcloud, youtube etc… I appreciate the fact that you can share your music to people in Germany or japan and make a ton of new fans that way. Its incredible what we can do with music now that we couldn’t do ten yearsago.
Exposed Vocals: If you could perform anywhere and with any artists (Dead or Alive) where and who would it be with? Why?
Piff Loonez: I would love to perform with Jay-Z and Jadakiss. They are two rappers that to me is on the list of untouchables.
Exposed Vocals: So, what’s next? Any new upcoming projects that you want to talk about?
Piff Loonez: I have a new project that I recently got confirmation from that I will be featured a new indie radio station. Similar to Pandora but it is a platform for indie artist to showcase their talent so I’m really excited about that and im releasing my “Everything I Love” mixtape before the year is out so stay tuned for that.
Exposed Vocals: If you weren’t making music, what would you be doing?
Piff Loonez: I Probably still find some way to be involved with music lol. But I would most likely be pursuing my license for real estate agent.
Exposed Vocals: Do you remember buying your first album? Who was it? What was going through your head?
Piff Loonez: First album I bought was Blueprint by Jay-z. When I first heard it I’m like wow jay-z is a rappers rapper and everything he said I can almost relate to and understand. His bars really sealed the deal for me too.
Exposed Vocals: How do you juggle the rest of your responsibilities while trying to stay ahead in your music life?
Piff Loonez: I do have a daughter so besides working a part time job and being in the studio I manage pretty well. But I do take things one day at a time and stay focused on my goal and ambitions even with all the responsibilities I have.
Exposed Vocals: What should fans look forward to in 2015?
Piff Loonez: They should look forward to much more good music and videos and getting used to seeing my name more often.
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