Click play to listen to "Fly Wit Me" by Nino Staxx
1. How did you get your artist/group name?
--Honestly, I was sitting down thinking of a name I never heard before that also incorporated something I like. Well I like money so I picked Nino Staxx. It basically means "Im On This Money." Nino backwards is On in and Staxx is money.
2. Where are you from?
--Im from the eastside of Detroit, Michigan.
3. How long have you been in the music game?
--I've been making music since 2005 but I didn't start getting a little buzz til 2009.
--I've always loved music growing up. I learn how to play a little piano and drums too. But in 2005, my big bro installed Fruity Loops on our computer just to see what it was like. He let me try it out and I haven't been able to stop making music ever since.
5. Who are your major influences in your music?
--Tupac, Biggie, Jay-Z, Michael Jackson, Kanye West, Lupe Fiasco.
6. What is your current or upcoming music project/performance (if available now give link)?
--I have a new song featuring Yung Khan dropping around New Years. I have a mixtape I'm currently working on, Im not giving out the release date just yet. I have performances in Detroit December 17th and 18th. The performance on the 17th is at The City Wide High School Snowcoming Party. The performance on the 18th is Downtown Detroit at St. Andrews. Everybody in Detroit come out and show love.!!!
7. Who do you have featured on your album/mixtape?
--On my album "Birth Of a Legend" which I released online is only featuring my big bro Trillion. My upcoming mixtape "Crocs and Polo Socks" will be featuring Stunt Or Ball Champions, Yung Khan, and a couple more local Artists.
8. Who would you like to work with that you haven't already (Whether signed or unsigned)?
--I would like to work with many different artists. Jay-Z, Lupe Fiasco, Kanye West, Alicia Keys, Chris Brown, Musiq Soulchild. Its so many to name but those are a few I would really like to work with.
9. What is your favorite song on your album/mixtape?
--My favorite song on Birth Of a Legend is "Imma Make a Way." Its very personal and its a real motivational song.
10 .Tell us something that we may not know about you.
--I'll have my Associates Degree in Computer Networking this month.
11. What are some of the things that motivate you?
--My first motivation is the desire to be recognized and respected worldwide for the good music I make. My second motivation is my fans, supporters, and everybody that believes in me and my music. My third motivation is money. The last thing that really motivates me is my haters. I love 'em.!!!
12. What sets you apart from other artists/groups in your genre?
--My unique style sets me apart from other artists in my genre. Also the fact that I'm versatile with my production and songs.
13. What would you like to see from the music industry in the next three years?
--I want to see more passion in music. People only make music now-a-days to get rich and famous. Its not as real if you dont do it because you love it. When people can relate to you and "Feel" your music, then you know you make good music.
14. In three words; describe your personality?
--Cool, Funny, Optimistic
15. In three words; describe your music?
--Real, Refreshing, Quality
16. How does your family & friends feel about your music and your choice of career?
--My family and friends support my music and choice of career 100%!!!
17. Do you have any affiliations (label/team) or shout outs you'd like to give?
--Shout out to my team First Class Records and Sean B. Shout out to all the talented producers that bless me with their good production (LXG, Classick, Hardwood Knox, Da BeatBakers, and many more). Shout out to everybody else out here grinding and I wanna give a BIG shout out to all my supporters.!!!
18. What does music mean to you?
--Music is art. Its a way of expressing yourself. Thats why I try to make every song a masterpiece.
19. What advice would you give another artist/group?
--Be yourself. Dont try to be like everybody else. Be true to yourself and it will show in your music. Network, meet people, and let everybody you meet know about you and your music. Last, be patient and remain humble.
20. What can we expect from you in the future?
--Expect the unexpected. In the near future, I'll be working with the greatest musicians, making big business moves, and showing the world what First Class Records is really about.
21. Where can you fans reach you at?
--You can reach me at 561-376-9318 or my Manager 561-707-0620. You can email me at ninostaxx@gmail.com And here is a list of websites you find me and my music on.
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