Suriel; Young artist from Boston
Q: What genre of music do you like the most when performing? How about when you are not performing?
A: Hip hop and Rap are the only genres I perform right now. Besides those I like Reggaeton, RnB, Rock and Alternative.
Q: How do you feel about having one of the top albums right now in Boston?
A: It feels great, I wasn’t expecting to get this recognition. Especially with Blank Slate being my first project. I appreciate all the support I have been getting.
Q: What was your experience at iHeart Media like?
A: Going out to iHeart media was a good time I have a great relationship with the DJ’s at JAM’n 94.5 last time DJ Jules Flava and I got to connect while playing video games and got to talk about Blank Slate and other things I have going on.
Q: Where does your inspiration come from when creating a new song?
A: For the most part it comes from how I’m feeling in the moment. I get my inspiration from every day life, past experiences, my goals and ambitions.
Q: What is something you would like to accomplish in the next six months?
A: New music! - I’m really excited about what I have been working on.
Q: Would you ever move out of Boston? Where and why?
A: Yes, LA when the time is right. I could use a break from the weather. But more importantly I feel like its a great place to expand my brand.
Q: What do you like most about the industry? What do you like the least?
A: So far, my experience in the music industry has been great, I’m thankful for the foundation that I’m building I don’t have any complaints.
Q: If you could work with any label or company what would it be and why?
A: Def JAM or Dreamville... Def JAM because its the most iconic record label in Hip hop and Dreamville because I really like what they have going on right now.
Q: What is one thing you would like to accomplish?
A: I just want to become a better artist and get a better understanding of how to maneuver through the music industry. Also I want to inspire and motivate others to level up and achieve their goals.
Q: What is the most unexpected thing that has happened to you so far as an artist?
A: Getting rated top albums of 2018 in Massachusetts.
Q: If you could work with any artist or producer who would it be and why?
A: J COLE - he’s my favorite artist and he kills all his features.
*Make sure to listen to Suriel’s latest tape “Blank Slate” and follow him on IG @suriel781