Behind The Lens: SSG Splurge

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How many times do you edit a song before releasing it? When do you finally know a track is done?

Really not much, maybe a few edits, but I’ll throw in some hooks or adlibs. I try to keep my recording process simple. I know a track is done when I love the song. When I finally love it. It becomes a finished product.  Sometimes it takes me longer to fall in love with it and I gotta work on it more.

How do you decide on the cover art for a release?
Do you take the lead creatively, or trust your photographer/director to run with the vision?

I like to give my designer the concept and what I want the fans to feel from it and then I let them freestyle the rest and put their twist on it. 

Which streaming platform do you enjoy using the most—and why?
Is it about fan access, functionality, payouts, or community?

I’d say YouTube is my favorite platform. It’s not even about the bread the fans get to comment and you can build your own community. YouTube for sure. 

What’s the studio atmosphere like for you?
Do you prefer solo sessions or feeding off other energy? Walk us through your ideal creative space.

Mixture of both depending on the day. I like to be in the room with the bros so the can help me with beat salvation but I also like to work from home solo. It’s really 50/50.

What’s your perspective on staying independent vs. signing with a label?
Where do you see the biggest benefits—and biggest sacrifices?

Definitely picking independent as the best option. You get the control your music and creative process and get paid more. The only downside is less services from the label but I now I got a team that’s better then a label.  

Where has been your favorite venue to perform so far?
What made the experience memorable? 

L'Élysée Montmartre in Paris France was by far my fav venue because the sound system and the feeling of the building it was setup like some old school superstar Elvis type shit. 

Do you think artists should be more vocal about political or social issues?
Why or why not—and do those views influence your music?

Hell Na on the political shit.  

Are you making a New Year’s resolution—or starting/stopping something cold turkey?
What’s your mindset heading into the new year?

New Year’s resolution is to be consistent with dropping more music and posting more on social media. 

What’s a motivational quote or mindset you live by?
And where can people connect with you and follow your journey?

Take your wins how you take your losses and one of my favorites is if you don’t hunt you don’t eat.