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The First 5 with Jade Fox
The abundance of quality independent hip-hop emerging from Baltimore, Maryland in the recent years has given new life to the city’s nickname, “Charm City”. We caught up with Jade Fox, a multiracial female emcee that is determined to push herself to be the best there is. With a style that is always evolving, she claims that she “offers a different look and sound than what is presented in today’s market”. Take a look at her answers for our First 5 questions.
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1.Tell us something nobody knows about you?
I was extremely shy as a child. It scared the hell out of me to talk to other people, even other kids. Safe to say I grew out of that, quick.
2.What do you want people to take away from your music?
A connection. I think that’s lacking in music today. So much is made of an image nowadays that a real connection isn’t common with artists. I think the vulnerability aspect is gone for a lot of artists, for someone whose a fan, that’s easy to relate to. I personally can’t connect with owning 5 cars and blowing money, but I can relate to someone talking about going through some shit, even if it’s various situations.
3.What is one of your biggest regrets?
No regrets, I believe everything happens for a reason. I will say I did a lot of partying in my younger years, and that probably wasted a lot of time.
4.What is your greatest memory in hip-hop?
Hearing “Brenda’s Got A Baby” by Tupac. That song really opened my eyes to hip hop being an avenue as a voice for the voiceless. I also saw Lauryn Hill a couple of times live, once with Outkast opening, the other with the Roots opening, those were great of examples of live hip hop.
5.Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
Touring with a great live show. A couple of more albums under my belt and creating some kick ass music. I would like to get to the point where I’m working with orchestra’s, horns sections, etc. on tracks. Just consistently evolving creatively.
You can listen to more of Jade’s music on her MySpace page and don’t forget to follow her on Twitter!
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November 23rd, 2009 at 9:28 am
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January 6th, 2010 at 10:43 am
Very interesting 5 points…Keep up the excellent work Jade Fox
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