New Interview with HOOTA SKOOTA
Exposed Vocals: How did you hear about Exposed Vocals? What made you decide to sign up?
Randy Morano reached out after i followed up on you guys.
Exposed Vocals: So tell us your story. Where did you grow up? What made you decide to become an artist?
I grew up on the East side of Long Beach Ca. Every since i could remember I’ve always been a genius with words and writing. As time went by I subconsciously put my creative writing and Talents together and became a artist.
Exposed Vocals: How did you come up with that name? What was your inspiration behind it?
Well i have different stage names but this one in particular is the most original because my family came up with it.
Exposed Vocals: What do you think about online music sharing? Do you ever give your music away for free? Why?
I think online sharing is revolution of music. I love it because it’s really convenient and fast. Yes i once gave away free music to my community because i was so eager to get my name and content out.
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?
Keep doing music passionately and people will recognize it someday. Keep putting out music online. Stay consistent.
Exposed Vocals: Do you ever make mistakes during performances? How do you handle that?
I never made a mistake performing. But one time the dj had my mic lower then usual and i just kept up high energy.
Exposed Vocals: Do you tour? Anything interesting happen on tour that you think our readers would enjoy hearing about?
I haven’t toured yet
Exposed Vocals: Where do you usually gather songwriting inspiration? What is your usual songwriting process?
I collect my inspiration after i meditate or when im alone in total peace. I also get inspired from nature: grass beaches sky and trees. I usually let the beat play and the beat tells me what to write about then i memorize it to record.
Exposed Vocals: Do you have a band website? What online platforms do you use to share your music?
Yes.http://www.getrightmusic.com/mixtape/post/hoota-skoota2
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Exposed Vocals: What are some really embarrassing songs that we might find on your mp3 player?
I have some old songs im not proud of, but their not on my websites
Exposed Vocals: If you were given half a million dollars and a year off, what would you do? How would you spend it?
I would buy my family a house and invest in my own clothing shop also invest in stock shares.
Exposed Vocals: Any planned studio upgrades? What are you working with now?
Yes im planning on working with logic pro 10. I currently use garage band
Exposed Vocals: How do you find ways to promote your music? What works best for you?
I promote my music through all my social networks sights also get out in public and sell cds, I think its all for the bestExposed Vocals: If you could perform anywhere and with any artists (Dead or Alive) where and who would it be with? Why?
Thats easy. I would perform with tupac in L.A because tupac is the most impactful artist of all time. In la because its the entertainment capitol
Exposed Vocals: So, what’s next? Any new upcoming projects that you want to talk about?
Yea since im done with my current project #Grindinoutside im already working on new music im so excited for this up and coming art. This one will be more story telling, versatile, international like work.Exposed Vocals: If you weren’t making music, what would you be doing?
I would be skateboarding or firefighting
Exposed Vocals: Do you remember buying your first album? Who was it? What was going through your head?
My first purchases album was lil Wayne the carter music was going through my head
Exposed Vocals: How do you juggle the rest of your responsibilities while trying to stay ahead in your music life?
I try to stay humble as possible. Whenever im not doing music im with family. Im always think ahead when it comes to music
Exposed Vocals: What should fans look forward to in 2015?
More videos and two new projects reallyoutside and grindinoutside vol 2
