INTERVIEWEE: Sigidy
INTERVIEWER: Jessica L.A. Pipkins
1. How did you start your career in music?
I started my career in music around 2010 when around age 19, backed by a previous wave of mixtapes on Datpiff, from years before that led into releasing a plethora of EP’s teasing to that summer where the debut album was released. After the release, a buzz ensued into industry conversations that eventually led to a feature in XXL Magazine’s The Break online in the end of the summer. Then I headed to school at Northern Kentucky University. I was in the actual print magazine that following fall. Being mentioned within industry circles landed me opportunities to open for artists like Hopsin, OG Maco, and John Connor which gave me lots of experience ...
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INTERVIEWEE: Sigidy
INTERVIEWER: Jessica L.A. Pipkins
1. How did you start your career in music?
I started my career in music around 2010 when around age 19, backed by a previous wave of mixtapes on Datpiff, from years before that led into releasing a plethora of EP’s teasing to that summer where the debut album was released. After the release, a buzz ensued into industry conversations that eventually led to a feature in XXL Magazine’s The Break online in the end of the summer. Then I headed to school at Northern Kentucky University. I was in the actual print magazine that following fall. Being mentioned within industry circles landed me opportunities to open for artists like Hopsin, OG Maco, and John Connor which gave me lots of experience and exposure to people early on.
2. Where do you get creative inspiration? Are there any artists or anything in particular that inspires you in your craft?
I find creative inspiration from many things, from the aesthetic of a serene neighborhood or the spirit of the straight hood, to the vintage 70’s Brazilian B films, and the classic hip hop I grew up on as a millennial out here.
3. What do you see in the future of music in Detroit? How do you see the music scene evolving for Detroit artists?
I see Detroit as becoming further established and recognized as a modern day Motown for rap currently. A Lot of the biggest artists out right now currently are and have been from Detroit, and they’re graciously giving back in their respective ways. It only inspires and encourages the youth to channel into the craft earlier, really fostering a future artistic community within the city that will build on the dope culture of Detroit music from the underground and up. I see the scene evolving for Detroit artists in the honesty of the music. Some of the music may be exaggerated, but the spirit of the song carries to a mass audience that lives on the internet that will value those recordings for a lifetime, and to think it just came right from your backyard.
4. What made you join the #PLAYDETROITMUSIC movement?
My main man Paul Patterson referred me. He informed me somewhat of what you guys are about, and it’s love this way from Ypsilanti. *throws peace sign up*
5. Tell us about what’s next for you.
I’m currently kicking off this next wave of music. I’m about to embark on a mixtape-series run for the streets just to heat people up for more. It’s entitled The Flood, and the same cutting edge sound we’re known for is all there.
6. How can people connect with you on social media? Do you have a website or place where people can hear your music?
I’m on all social media at @sigidy34, and I do not have snapchat. If you google “sigidy” some classics will pop up, but if you head over to soundcloud.com/sigidy you’ll get more of a real taste of my versatility.
7. Is there advice you want to give to artists in Detroit?
Invest your time and your money into solely yourself, and if other people approach you be smart about it and behave timeless.
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