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Que Believe Talks New Song, Working with Jadakiss, and Much More

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With the single, “All Else Fails,” out now, we took some time to hear more from Que Believe. Read below to learn more about Que Believe, the story behind the single, and what’s to come.

Hi Que Believe! Let’s start with how did you get your artist name?

I was labeled QB by my friends in Florida because I’m originally from Queens Bridge, and when I started doing music, I took the letters from my nickname and tied it in with my story of being an underdog in the industry – hence Que believe.

What city are you from and where are you based now?

I’m originally from Queens, but I’m based out of Staten Island, NYC where I do all of my music in our own studio.

At what point in your life did you decide to pursue a career in music? How did you get started?

It started off with poetry in elementary school, and it transpired into music when I got to my senior year of high school.

Has your upbringing played a role in shaping who you are and defining your sound today? If so, how?

My upbringing has definitely impacted and influenced my music, and who I am because the hardships that I’ve faced provided me with the drive and material needed to stay creative.

How would you describe your sound to readers who may not be familiar with you?

I don’t necessarily have a specific sound as I grew up listening to pretty much everything, so if I had to describe it, it would be described as infectiously catchy music with a message that transcends genre. People around me say it’s ‘medicine for the soul’ type of music, so I implemented that in my Que Believe brand logo.

Do you have any hobbies outside of music? What do you do to stay creative?

I don’t have much hobbies outside of the music scene because I breathe, live, and dream musically.

Who are some of your main musical influences?

My main influences as of now are Bruno Mars, Anderson Paak, and The Weeknd, but my Hip-Hop influences that started it all for me were Slim Shady, Nas, Method Man, and Redman.

What are some of your future music career goals?

My goals are to have a number 1 charting album on Billboard, win a few Grammys, and working with some of my biggest influences.

Now onto your release, ‘All Else Fails.’ What inspired this song?

‘All Else Fails’ came to me in a dark time where  I was forced to choose between struggling doing it by the books, and taking risks in order to secure the bag and not be a statistic.

What is ‘All Else Fails’ about in your own words?

The average man becoming a risk taker with all that life brings his way.

How did the collaboration with Jadakiss come about?

A good friend of mine at the time (Efren Santana) had connections with Jadakiss’ camp and pitched it to them. Jadakiss heard the potential in the record and jumped on it out of love, and I’ve been greatly appreciative of that. So, salute to Jadakiss, man. Much love and respect. Not too many artists are like him – humble to work with underdog artists trying to get in the game like myself. It’s been a long Journey for me.

What message do you hope fans take away from your music and from ‘All Else Fails?’

When all else fails, don’t lose hope and strive for greatness.

What’s one of the proudest moments of your music career so far?

Completing my first project (In Que Believe EP), which is officially being released this summer. Stay tuned for the date, which will be posted on my website and pre-released on there.

What would you say are the greatest lessons that you’ve learned so far?

Stay humble, believe In yourself/your potential, and always remain a student to everything that you do in life.

What’s next for you? Are you working on any upcoming projects, or do you have any upcoming shows that we should be on the lookout for?

Right now, I will be doing a lot of media coverage across the U.S. for my first project, In Que Believe EP, which has six of my favorite songs from my catalog that I built over my years of music. Eventually, I will be doing shows, which also will be posted on my website, quebelievemusic.com, and I’m also working on putting together my first full album now. This EP is just a sample of what I’m bringing for you all, so I hope that you enjoy it.

Where can we follow you on social media?

https://www.instagram.com/quebelieve

https://www.quebelievemusic.com

https://youtube.com/@quebelieve

Thank you for the great interview; wish you much continued success!

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Ivory Osidan is an Artiste You Shouldn’t Be Sleeping on Right Now

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September 5, 2024

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The wait is finally over as fast-rising Ghanaian artiste, Ivory Osidan, has today officially dropped her first project, “It’s Okay To Try,” on all digital platforms worldwide.

On her masterful five-track EP “It’s Okay To Try,” Ivory Osidan skilfully blends Afropop and Rap to touch on the five “C” themes of connection, confusion, curiosity, courage, and creativity. The song speaks to these themes deeply.

Ivory Osidan sings a tuneful song about closeness, chemistry, and connection between two lovers in the opening track, which is the ideal celebration of quality time.

The song “Body,” which showcases the connection theme, was produced by the gifted Paa Bright. It draws attention to the unique bond that forms between intimate partners. It’s about those moments when being close seems vital and significant.

This “Feeling” becomes more intense, exploring the state of ambiguity that exists between friendship and the need for something more, and eventually leads to the second theme of bewilderment. The challenge of having a crush and questioning if the other person is genuinely attracted to you or is just being kind is well-expressed. Ivory Osidan captivates the audience with her rap verse by skilfully capturing the wonder and uncertainties that come with dealing with difficult emotions.

The curiosity theme appears with vocals that have afro-fusion influences about halfway through the EP. On “What If,” Ivory Osidan demonstrates her versatility as the level of uncertainty increases.

Rising singer, Sofie features on the song “Better Days,” produced by Carl Donkor. The song’s focus shifts to courage, and upbeat, exuberant vibes take over. Sofie’s moving hook serves as a reminder that there is hope for recovery and a new beginning even in the wake of loss. Track 5 concludes with an emphasis on personal growth, titled “Just Myself.” It centres on the process of evolving into the greatest version of oneself. The entire record is like to a letter to oneself, encouraging you to stick to your objectives and goals.

“It’s Okay To Try,” Ivory Osidan’s debut body of work, is proof that her two years of hard work have polished her skill into a brilliant diamond.

She delights the listener with pleasant flowing melodies throughout the entire EP, showcasing her ingenuity.

With this premiere project, Ivory Osidan says she wants her listeners to try new things, whether it’s completing a creative project, acquiring a new skill, or finally reaching out to a crush.

“It’s Okay To Try” is more than just a try from her, it’s a statement and a welcome to her world.

All the songs were mixed by Ivan Molho, with the exception of track five, mixed by TwistedWavex.

All five songs were mastered by Matias Parisi.

Don’t forget to try, keep trying and streaming here.

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ABOUT IVORY OSIDAN

Ivory Osidan is a Ghanaian Rap artiste who grew up with Hiplife music as a constant backdrop, albeit it didn’t directly affect her style. In her early school years, she was particularly skilled at playing the Atenteben (bamboo flute) and local drums. Exposure to global music through MTV and Trace TV inspired Ivory to teach herself rap, writing and memorizing lyrics from her favorite artistes. She recorded her first-ever song in the university using a simple built-in microphone and a laptop.

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