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Interview with Lanino Brown

Tae had a chance to talk with New Orleans native, Lanino Brown. Here's what she had to say:

Tae:
For those that are not familiar with you, tell us a little about yourself

Lanino:
The name's Lyiena aka Lanino Brown from New Orleans, the name comes from my big cousin. She said I was the girl version of Nino Brown from the movie "New Jack City" because of my hustling skills...in and out of the booth. I've been rapping since I was around 10 years old, but I didn't pursue it career wise until as of recently, because of failed attempts when I was a teen. I've previously worked with 6-Shot, Blaqnmild, Joker, Na'Tee, Extreme Entertainment, Fleur De Lis Ent. and Acelo at the Chapel Studios.

Tae:
Where are you from and when did you start rapping?

Lanino:
I'm from New Orleans, downtown, mainly 7th ward, but I've also lived in the 6th ward and have strong affiliations there. Started rapping at 10, because my big brothers used to rap and I picked up on it and found I was actually better than them. Then it was on to school yard battles, beating the fellas, to the 9 o-clock props to almost signing a deal with Sony. Then I got out of high school and got a boyfriend and started school, and pushed rap to the back.


Tae:
What makes Lanino stand out from other female artists that are out, especially now?

Lanino:
I think the thing that makes me stand out is my femininity. I can spit like the guys, but I still have a voice that the girls would listen to. There's nothing fake about me, just giving the people the real...the stuff that they can feel.

Tae:
As a new artist, what do you feel that you can bring to the game as far as a female emcee is concerned?

Lanino:
I feel I can bring music that a female can relate to and vibe to at the same time. Now a days every rapper is all punchlines, no stories, nothing for people to actually relate to. I think I will bring that story telling back that made people "feel" the music that they listened to.

Tae:
So, we saw your video at the Jay Z concert, do you think that influenced you in any way to start spitting in a more serious light?

Lanino:
The Jay-Z performance definitely played a part in me beginning to rap again. It was my second time performing with him and well like they say lightening don't strike in the same place twice. I kind of felt like I belonged there on the stage and I think I held it down nice if I say myself,(laughs) I felt like playing on the whole Jay-Z vibe would really help out a lot as far as to me actually getting somewhere in the music business. Like Hov once said, "He's the new marketing plan.

Tae:
Where do you see yourself in the next 5 years?

Lanino:
In the next 5 years, really I see myself as a married, retired housewife (laughs) so the sooner I get a deal the better.

Tae:
How can people get in touch with you?
Lanino:
For booking they can call 504-352-1232. They can follow me on twitter @laninobrown or www.myspace.com/laninobrown and my YouTube page is youtube.com/LBM330.

Tae:
Thank you again for the interview, do you have any additional comments?

Lanino:
It was nice speaking with you and thanks so much for the opportunity to be featured on your blog. You're such a sweetheart. Be blessed.

Interview with Miss KeKe

For those that are not familiar with you, tell us a little about yourself.

My name is Miss Keke. I am a female emcee from Dallas, TX and have been making music for about 13 years. I have been featured in B.E.T. 's "The Deal," MTV Sucker Free, Vibe Magazine, Ozone Magazine, Dallas Morning News, Mesquite News, Quick Magazine, 97.9's 13 week Freestyle Battle Champion, 6:00 intro on 97.9 The Beat. My whole mission is to upgrade the quality of women. I believe it is very attainable.

Where are you from and how long have you been in the music industry?

I am from Dallas, TX and I have been rapping for about 13 years.

What makes KeKe stand out from other female artists that are out, especially now?

I am unlike any regular woman. I don't curse, I make positive tunes, I am Nigerian, and I would never sacrifice my principles for anything or anyone.

What upcoming projects are you working on?

I am only focused on my single "1st Class Chick" I am trying to get it launched and spread across the globe. I may release an album after depending on the feedback and distribution opportunities.

Where do you see yourself in the next 5 years?

I see myself with two platinum plaques retired as a songwriter, producer, and entertainment lawyer. I actually have a Bachelors degree in Political Science with a minor in communications hoping to attend law school one of these days.

How can people get in touch with you?

For all business inquiries and info regarding Miss Keke, email misskeketx@gmail.com, subscribe to youtube.com/keketx, stream new music at myspace.com/keke1987 or speak with Miss Keke on Twitter: KEKETX

Thank you again for the interview, do you have any additional comments?

Thank you so much. Stay tuned because I will not stop until everyone understands that if you're a 1st Class Chick aint no 2nd Class Treatment

Sweet Lyfe Blog Interview: Na'Tee

The Queen of the Solar System is what she has dubbed herself. One of the most lyrical female rappers out of New Orleans since Mia X. To date, there is no other female that the streets have been able to compare her to. She surpasses a lot of the standards that we set for female rappers. The Sweet Lyfe Blog got a chance to sit down and talk with Na'Tee here's what she has to say. 

Tae:
For those that are not familiar with you, tell us a little about yourself

Na’Tee:
Well, to many people, I can be described as many things. Some people say I'm the best thing to happen to the New Orleans female rap scene since Mia X. Some people say I'm the best female they've heard period and according to my fans, I'm on my way to becoming one of the greatest lyricist of all times. Although I agree with them all, to me, I'm just a 22 year old female rap artist grinding to make a name for myself in the game.

Tae:
Where are you from and how long have you been in the music industry?

Na’Tee:
I'm from a section in New Orleans called the 3rd Ward. It’s Uptown off Delachaise & Tonti to be exact. I'll be making 23 in December so I would say I've been rapping for about 13 or 14 years. True shit. I started writing when I was 7 or 8 and recorded my first song at 10. I wasn't the greatest lyricist in the world, but as I grew older people around my neighborhood who were established in the music industry like KLC (produced for the like of Master P, Ludacris, B.G., T.I.), Soulja Slim, and other local celebrities, would hear me spit and tell me the same thing "You're gonna be a star." So I stuck with it.

Tae:
What makes Na’Tee stand out from other female artists that are out, especially now?

Na’Tee:
There aren't too many females out now; at least not getting mainstream attention. The females, who are, mainly focus on being all kinds of other shit, like Harajuku Girls and Barbie’s. I'm an artist, I’m an entertainer. So my main focus is my music. I write my own shit, my bars are WAY better, my flow is crazier. I'm doing it on my own and the streets respect me for that. I'm not a Barbie. Barbie’s are fragile. I'm from New Orleans, I don't break that easy.

Tae:
What upcoming projects are you working on?

Na’Tee:
Well, I have several projects in which I am working on simultaneously. I was just featured on 3 installments of Coast2Coast mix tapes for Fleet DJ Ykcor. I’m also co-producing this MAJOR, all female, project with DJ Lady Blaze who's also another Fleet DJ from the DMV. That project's going to be big because we had females from all over the world submit music for this tape and we got a few big names on there. I have placements on Warner Bros/Asylum artist, Lil Cali and Trill Ent artist, Mouse's new project, Sony artist, Philly Swain's new joint. Like I said, I have a few things popping. One of the most important is my solo project which is entitled, "Guess Who's Coming 2 Dinner." It’s dropping next month and it'll be hosted by The Empire who did a lot of projects with Lil Wayne, Gucci Mane, Young Jeezy, and a host of others. That bitch is going to be crazy!!! My first single, "I Don't Love ‘Em," from my upcoming tape was released last week and has been getting a lot of great feedback from here to Miami, New York, Philly and more. My intentions are to shoot a video for every joint on the mix tape, which will of course get play on my personal video show, Na'Tee TV on http://3dnatee.ning.com

Tae:
Where do you see Na’Tee in the next 5 years?

Na’Tee:
In 5 years I see myself being referred to as one of the greatest female lyricist of all times. Most people say, I see myself being rich and famous, and yeah, I see that too. But that shit is going to come one way or another, my main goal is to be a mogul. Now it might take less or longer than five years but that is what I'm aiming for.

Tae:
How can people get in touch with you?

Na’Tee:
I'm a Twitter head so you can always contact me on Twitter, follow me at www.twitter.com/3dnatee or you can visit my official site which is http://3dnatee.ning.com, there you can get all the info, new music, and access to exclusive events. AND like I mentioned before, at http://3dnatee.ning.com you can also tune into Na'Tee TV where you can watch me stream live on stage at all my shows, on the road, in the studio or where ever. I bring my cameras out with me and just go live. Also, besides in the streets, my MySpace page, www.myspace.com/3dnatee is where I gained my initial buzz. So u can always get in touch with me there.

Tae:
Thank you again for the interview, do you have any additional comments?

Na’Tee:
Yeah, just a shot out to everybody who support me and what I'm doing. I won't let you down baby! (Laughs) And thanks to you for having me.