Artist of the Week - Purpose

Purpose

2ND STREET: Tell us about you. Where are you from? Where are you now?

PURPOSE: Well, I was born in New Jersey, but I was raised in Atlanta, Georgia.

2ND STREET: In one word, describe your music.

PURPOSE: Energetic :)

2ND STREET: What inspires you?

PURPOSE: Just the experiences I've been through. For almost every song I've written, There's a story behind it. 

2ND STREET: Complete this sentence: Everyone says I sound like ________.

PURPOSE: Everyone says I sound like Alicia Keys.

2ND STREET: What's your favorite song? Why?

PURPOSE: My favorite song is "Apologize" by One Republic . I love that song just because you can really tell where the artist is coming from and you can feel their pain through the song.

2ND STREET: What would you name the soundtrack of your life?

PURPOSE: "In My Lane, Keeping Strong"

2ND STREET: What's the best advice anyone has ever given you?

PURPOSE: If a man doesn't respect the things he has, he won't respect you.

2ND STREET: Tell us about your current projects. (be as brief or as lengthy as you’d like)

PURPOSE:  Well, what I'm doing right now is just working on getting my songs recorded and on youtube. I also want to get them onto iTunes.

2ND STREET: How can you be contacted?

PURPOSE: 

ibookpurpose@gmail.com for bookings or just contact me on Twitter or Facebook. :)

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Purpose_Always 

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/PurposeAlways

Instagram: @purpose_always 

Artist of the Week - Elite Noel

Elite Noel

2ND STREET: Tell us about you. Where are you from? Where are you now?

ELITE NOEL: Born and Raised in Oakland Ca, currently in Atlanta GA 

2ND STREET: In one word, describe your music.

ELITE NOEL:  FuturisticSoul

2ND STREET: What inspires you?

ELITE NOEL: My Family, those Who Support My Movement and Music! I'm Inspired by these individuals.

2ND STREET: Complete this sentence: Everyone says I sound like ________.

ELITE NOEL: Everyone says I sound like a bit of Jasmine Sullivan wit a touch of Old School Keyshia Cole.

2ND STREET: What's your favorite song? Why?

ELITE NOEL:  "He Wants It All today" by Forever Jones! I love Gospel music...It keeps my Spirit Peaceful.

2ND STREETl What would you name the soundtrack of your life?

ELITE NOEL: Story of My Life! 

2ND STREET: What's the best advice anyone has ever given you?

ELITE NOEL:.Never allow people to shoot your vision or dreams down! Do what you love! Love what you do!

2ND STREET: Tell us about your current projects. 

ELITE NOEL: new single and video dropping IN February and EP on the way! And more Reality TV of course.

2ND STREET: How can you be contacted?

ELITE NOEL:

Website: http://www.futuristic-soul.com/ 

Twitter @Elite_Noel

YouTube: EliteNoel1

Reverbnation: http://www.reverbnation.com/elitenoel

Instagram iEliteNoel

If you are interested in being featured on the 2nd Street blog, contact us at: 2ndstreetmag@gmail.com

Artist of the Week - Kerry Thomas

Kerry Thomas

2NDSTREET: Tell us about you. Where are you from? Where are you now?

KERRY THOMAS: I'm Kerry Thomas. Singer. Songwriter. Guitarist. Born in Baton Rouge, LA. I've moved around a lot though, hard to pinpoint my hometown lol. I currently reside in Jackson, MS. I've been here for a while. The South has always been my home.

2ND STREET:  In one word, describe your music.

KERRY THOMAS: Real.

2ND STREET: What inspires you?

KERRY THOMAS: I'm inspired by the people around me. The different situations we go through, especially on the topic of Love and Relationships. I love to write about those things. I'm also inspired by other artists in music. I love listening to others to see where their stories lead them as well as the techniques they use vocally to achieve the execution of their message through the music.

2ND STREET: Complete this sentence: Everyone says I sound like ________.

KERRY THOMAS: Musiq Soulchild. I want them to say, "Kerry, you sound like Kerry." lol

2ND STREET: What's your favorite song? Why?

KERRY THOMAS: This is the hardest question EVER. So many to name. ONE of my favorite songs right now is "Do You" by Miguel. The lead guitar is sick. Just an amazing song.  

2ND STREET: What would you name the soundtrack of your life?

KERRY THOMAS: The Eye of the Storm. Most definitely.

2ND STREET: What's the best advice anyone has ever given you?

KERRY THOMAS: A wise man once told me to never pass up a good thing. I keep that in my mind everyday.

2ND STREET: Tell us about your current projects. 

KERRY THOMAS: My debut album, Eye of the Storm, is available now on iTunes and Amazon. I have free music available at www.soundcloud.com/kerrythomasmusic. I'm currently writing and collaborating with producers to work on my next project. I also travel and perform with a band!

2ND STREET: How can you be contacted?

KERRY THOMAS: 

kerrythomasmusic@gmail.com
www.twitter.com/RealKerryThomas           
www.facebook.com/kerrythomasmusic
www.KerryThomasMusic.com
www.youtube.com/kerrythomas07
www.soundcloud.com/kerrythomasmusic 
Instagram: KerryThomas07

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This is...Miss Cee Cee

This is...Miss Cee Cee

2ND STREET: Tell us about you. Where are you from? Where are you now?
MISS CEECEE:  Born Courtney Powell, On August 28th 1987 in Tuskegee, Alabama, Miss. CeeCee is the only and oldest child living of two. Courtney is a very talented young, African American woman from the Eastern part of Macon County, Alabama. She's had a strong interest and passion for music since the tender age of 5 years old.


2ND STREET: In one word, describe your music.
MISS CEECEE:  My music in one word is unorthodox.


2ND STREET: What inspires you?
MISS CEECEE: I am inspired by life, my parents and I inspire myself.


2ND STREET: Who is your favorite singer living or passed on? Why?
MISS CEECEE: My favorite singer is Whitney Houston because she reminds me of myself from growing up singing in the church choir and then venturing out into secular music.

2ND STREET: What's your favorite song? Why?
MISS CEECEE: My favorite song is the gospel song Im Still Holding On because it's my testimony.


2ND STREET: I can't sing without __________________.
MISS CEECEE: I can't sing without Jesus.


2ND STREET: What's the best advice anyone has ever given you?
MISS CEECEE: The best advice given is to keep God 1st in everything that you do.


2ND STREET: Tell us about your current projects. 
MISS CEECEE: My current projects include my new mixtape "This is Me" I am promoting it on different free mixtape sites. I am undecided if I will drop another mixtape or a album next.


2ND STREET: How can you be contacted?
MISS CEECEE: 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tneofficialmissceeceethaegopage
Twitter:  https://twitter.com/MisCeeCeeThaEgo

Reverbnation: www.reverbnation.com/missceeceethaego

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/missceeceethaego
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/miss-cee-cee-thaego

Who is Repunza?

Hello, all! I've decided to revamp this lovely blog and dedicate it to all things indie! Features will include "Artist of the Week". More features may follow as my brain thinks of them. 

This week's Artist of the Week, is a great friend and homegirl of mine as well as an incredible singer. Introducing, Repunza...

2ND STREET: Tell us about you. Where are you from? Where are you now

REPUNZA: I am a singer songwriter,an indie artist originally from Pine Bluff AR, currently been Living in Athens. GA going on 11 years!!


2ND STREET: In one word, describe your music.

REPUNZA: Soulful


2ND STREET:  Who’s your favorite artist living or passed on? What is it that you love about him/her?

REPUNZA: SADE...I love her smooth lyrics, and her delivery of song, and I have just always been captivated by her sound!


2ND STREET:  Tell us about your current project.

REPUNZA: I am currently working on a EP for 2013, it has been in the making for a while, I think my fans will see a lot of growth from me in this new project!!


2ND STREET:  What is your favorite song of your own?

REPUNZA: "Suddenly I'm In Love"

2ND STREET: Do you have anything you’d like to say to your fans/supporters?

REPUNZA: I would just really Thank my fans from the bottom of my heart, because my fans are so loyal to me, even though I have not made it mainstream, they make me feel like I have already made it!! I am so grateful for them!! 


2ND STREET:  How can you be contacted?

REPUNZA: My personal email is: punnie3@yahoo.com 

To learn more about Repunza, check out her website: www.repunza.com

Check out Repunza on Reverbnation! www.reverbnation.com/repunza

Check out Repunza on youtube! www.youtube.com/repunza

Follow her on Twitter! https://twitter.com/Repunza

Like her on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/repunza4U?fref=ts