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

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

Introducing...Ladii Coakaleaf

This week's Artist of the Week is...

 Ladii Coakaleaf

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

LADII DOAKALEAF My name is Lajonica ShaunQuilla Grady better known as Ladii Coakaleaf. I am originally from Opelika, Alabama but I now reside in Waverly, Alabama.


2ND STREET: In one word, describe your music.
LADII COAKALEAF: One word: Art


2ND STREET: What inspires you?
LADII COAKALEAF: I am inspired by my childhood dream of becoming a rap artist, my family, and life experiences.


2ND STREET: Who is your favorite musician living or passed on? Why?
LADII COAKALEAF Tupac Shakur is my favorite hands down because I think he was a very inspirational artist who wrote from real life experiences a lot like me.

LADII COAKALEAF

2ND STREET: Name a song you wish you’d written.
LADII COAKALEAF:  I wish I had written "I Still Haven't Forgave Myself" by T.I.


2ND STREET: Complete this sentence: The best album I’ve ever heard, hands down is __________________.
LADII COAKALEAF: The best album I've ever heard, hands down is Tupac's "Me Against the World"


2ND STREET: Tell us about your current projects.
LADII COAKALEAF: I am currently working on a mixtape "Coak Str8 Drop" scheduled to be released 1/19/13. I will be busy promoting that mixtape through shows, video shoots, and social media promotion. I will then decide if I want to drop another mixtape or an album.


2ND STREET: How can you be contacted?
LADII COAKALEAF: 

I can be contacted via Facebook: Ladii Coakaleaf. 
I am @Ladii Coakaleaf on Twitter
LadiiCoakaleafTV1 on YouTube,
Reverbnation: http://www.reverbnation.com/LadiiCoakaleaf
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/LadiiCoakaleaf

Are you an independent artist who'd like to be featured on the 2nd Street Blog? If so, contact us at: 2ndstreetmag@gmail.com