An amazing show has been laid out with a lot of finesse by the stupefying singer Sleepwalknation. He has come up with breathtaking tunes from his latest 10-track EP ‘Sleepmixes: Volume 1’. Some of the tracks from the EP that has created quite a buzz around are ‘Intro’, ‘Can’t Deal With That (Interlude)’, ‘Sand’, ‘Hypnotize’ and ‘Act Like That’. The terrific R&B artist is based out of Dallas in Texas but he originally hails from beautiful Florida. He is a multifaceted musician who is a songwriter and a producer apart from being a brilliant singer. He has etched out oodles of soft vibes in the renditions from his latest EP that is a collection of his favorite numbers.
We caught up with the singer for an interview that delves deep into his personal and professional life. We are privileged that he candidly agreed for an interview and we started off by congratulating the brilliant musician on his latest offering.
Q: What gave you the drive to take a plunge into the musical arena?
A: I grew up playing drums and keys in my father’s church so the love was always there. Once I STARTED making beats and perfecting my craft it just happened naturally
Q: What is there about R&B that made you attracted to this specific genre?
A: The emotion.
Q: Do you have any icon from the world of music whom you revere or you are totally driven by your own passion?
A: I admire a lot of people but the few that I really look up to are Ryan Leslie, Brian McKnight, and Eric bellringer’s hands down. Just there approach to R&B is genius to me
Q: How do you balance between personal and professional life given the hectic schedule you have?
A: It’s very hard. I don’t sleep a lot of nights. I will get in the studio and catch a vibe and then its a wrap from there
Q: Who among your contemporaries have the most enviable qualities and give you a run for your money?
A: No one
Q: Do you want to diversify to any other field of interest in the future or are you satisfied with what you are doing?
A: I would like to learn more about real estate at some point. I am actually learning a lot about that now and it is something that I am very passionate about
Q: How do rate your achievements to date? Have you achieved the acme of creativity that you set out for in the beginning?
A: I feel I have gotten to a creative space but I desire more. I want more.
Q: Which is your favorite city in the world that gives you the adrenaline rush to give the best performance?
A: New Orleans.
Q: What is your take on the pandemic and has it affected you anyway or the other?
A: That’s a good question. I just pray every day that the world becomes a better place. I was personally affected, but it made me stronger
Q: Are disturbed by the present socio-political developments taking place in the world and has it found a place in your songs?
A: I am very disturbed. You will hear it in my music very very soon.
Q: Do you want to change anything about yourself for your betterment as a musician or are you happy with the way you are?
A: I am very happy. I wouldn’t change a thing
Q: Do you think that the music industry is heading in the right direction? If not, do you suggest any changes?
A: I absolutely think it is. I believe that now it allows for independent success!
