How would you describe your sound or artistic style to someone hearing you for the first time?
Diverse and complex but always urban.
When did you first realize you wanted to pursue music (or art) seriously?
My whole life. I used to give myself interviews in the mirror since I gained consciousness and I would always be the kid they make dance at the family functions — up till now where I work in a studio part time and perform and have large audience music videos.
Who or what are your biggest influences, both musically and outside of music?
Bob Marley and I’d say St. Louis, my hometown, and the people that stay in the Lou.
How does your personal life or background shape your creative process?
If other people were put in my shoes they’d say I went through a lot, so I try to project that through emotions in my music and sound.
Can you walk us through your creative process from idea to finished project?
First I find a beat, then I just kind of bob my head and hum, find the rhythm, then I start to write my rhymes in patterns. Then I go in the booth and my producer punches me in — but on songs that I critique and take long with, I get in the booth and do one takes. That’s how St. Louis keeps things real raw and dirty, but I’m clean tho.
What has been the biggest challenge you’ve faced so far as an emerging artist?
Balancing my life, because music is still my escape. I still have people to provide for, have hardships, and work a job.
What moment in your journey made you feel like this could really become something big?
This past weekend I shot a music video and the party itself got a lot of buzz. Then the next day I performed in front of a small crowd of about 50–75 people but they were all really captivated. I know if I can do that I have the talent to back it up, so now I’m not stopping.
How do you balance staying authentic while also thinking about growth and visibility?
I pretty much got that in the bag because with time comes wisdom and that’s part of my music — so lyrically I’m always fresh. Sound wise, I make sure I’m always watching for something new, something I can put my own spin on.
What sets you apart from other artists coming up right now?
As a white rapper there’s a lot of acting and characters to be played, but I’m fully myself. There are very few St. Louis artists breaking through to the main scene right now, so as a voice and a city I’m already naturally bound to stick out in the crowd.
Is there a song, project, or piece of work that feels especially personal to you? Why?
My album that’s coming out called Evezee Presents Evezus. I took a 3 year break from music, so when I made this album I made sure everything was perfect and had its very own sound that still reflected STL culture.
What have you learned about yourself since starting to share your work publicly?
That what people think about me isn’t necessarily important, but to take it into consideration. And that life is meant to be fun, so try whatever.
If you could collaborate with any artist right now, who would it be and why?
If it had to be absolutely anybody I’d say Nelly, because it’s kind of an unspoken competition in my hometown. But truthfully, Fatmack — because he is the voice of the streets right now.
What can listeners or viewers expect from your upcoming releases?
A real big sound with heavy 808s, really amped stuff, as well as some good vibes and something hot to dance to for the summer — oh, and beats produced by yours truly.