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What’s your artist name and where are you from?
My name is Jantu, and I’m an independent artist from Atlanta, Georgia.
Why do you love music?
I have a deep love for music, because it allows me to express myself without fear of judgement. It’s an outlet for all the feelings I don’t particularly feel comfortable sharing in normal day-to-day conversations. The process of making music just gives me this feeling of freedom, that lets me unpack all of the emotions and feelings that I usually bottle up. My catalog of music is essentially an open diary for the world.
What makes you different as a music artist?
It takes a little while to get used to my style. My sound has been described as quite unique, because I don’t stick to one genre. For example, my last album, ‘VACATION!’, had elements of rock, hip-hop, R&B, electronic, acoustic, and more! I don’t put myself in a box, because sometimes it’s easier to express certain feelings with one genre, than another. Honestly, for me, there are no rules to the game when it comes to creating art. I do whatever I want, without worrying about how it will be received. Art is subjective.
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
In 5 years, I’ll still be making music. It’s a part of my DNA. However, aside from making…
