Exclusive Interview with Lajuan Stephens

1. How long have you been in the music industry and
has music always been a part of your life?
● I been making music since I was in high school when
I formed a group called PHB (presidential Hood Boys)
Music has always been a big part of my life I
remember going to sleep every night and listening to
the radio.
2. Was there a specific moment in your life where you
thought, “music is what I want to do”?
● knowing you have the talent to be able to make music
that people around the world can vibe inspires me
more to make this my career.
3. What inspires you (or your music)?
● The people who listens to it.
4. Who’s on your iTunes playlist?’
● Kendrick Lamar, Meek Mill, 2pac, J cole.
5. The project you are currently promoting, how did the
idea for it come about?
● I came across the beat from Dre Beatz and Fred Nice
song the hook and it's been magic ever since.
6. There are thousands of artists trying to do what you
are doing, what do you think gives you an advantage
to break into mainstream America?
● I know the business side as well as creating good
music the people want to hear and can vibe to.
7. I’ve heard your latest music and it’s amazing! I can
definitely tell your sound has evolved over the past
few years from previous songs we’ve heard from you
online. What are your thoughts on the evolution of an
artist and the evolution of music today?
● You have to be very consistent and you will continue
to grow and develop. I been writing for many years
now. I have not always been able to put verses
together as well as I can now. As far as the industry
goes I believe it changes with the generation of new
listeners.
8. Do you have other passions in life? Do you believe
passion is an essential part of success?
● My passions are music and business and yes the
more passion you have the harder you are willing to
work for it.
9. With your current success and working with a
renowned PR firm such as Starlight PR, What advice
would you give to someone just starting out in his or
her career who doesn't even have a studio to record
but would love to do what you are doing now?
● I would tell them to write and network with everyone
they meet. create a style that is unique to them and
never give up. If this is there true passion they will
never stop until the achieve their goal.
10. Where can potential fans find out more about you?
● Soundcloud.com/obij
● twitter @stephenslajuan
● facebook. facebook.com/obij12
● instagram @obij12