The WAVE: JUNE '17

Tell the readers who you are and where you’re from?
I go by the name Alexx Stone. I was born and raised in
New York. I currently reside in East TN.
Musically how would you describe your style?
I would say I have a versatile style. Being from NY
(BX & LI) and now living in TN. I tend to merge the
different sounds that I’ve caught from both places. I’m
always working on music and trying to find new ways
to piece songs together. I try to work outside my comfort
zone as much as I can.
I see you rep S.W.I.M. Entertainment. What does
S.W.I.M. stand for?
S.W.I.M. stands for Someone Who Is Motivated.
Who are some of your musical influences?
Some of my musical influences are Jay-Z, Nas, DMX,
Andre 3000 and 50 Cent.
What does Alexx Stone want to accomplish in this
industry?
I would like to stamp the game with my music. I want
to be remembered in hip hop for making motivational
raw hip hop. I’m trying to be a Diddy or Russell when
it’s all said and done. All I wanna do is build my legacy.
If you had a wish list of MC’s to work with, who would
be your top 5… in order?
5. Lloyd Banks, 4.Kanye West, 3. J. Cole, 4. Lauryn Hill,
1. Jay -Z
You just released your mixtape ‘Illregular’, and it’s
doing well. Is there a follow up to it and if so when is it
dropping?
Yes, there is a follow up to the ’Illregular’ EP. ‘Stoner
Mentality’ will be dropping mid July.
What is your favorite song on the mixtape?
Dirty Dancin’.
What direction do you see rap music going in the next
2-5 years?
Hip hop is the most listened to genre of music in the
world. I see it growing bigger and bigger in the future.
In your opinion, what was the cause of mumble rap
and will it be around in the future?
Honestly, I don’t get caught up in the mumble rap
thing. It’s not me. Never has been, never will be. There’s
some I like, some I don’t… just like any other music. If
it works for you, by all means go for it, lol.
What is the next thing on the table for AleXx Stone?
The next thing on the table for me is more shows, more
music, videos and clothing.
If you could work with any artist in their prime, just
1… dead or alive, who would it be?
If I could work with one artist dead or alive it would
definitely have to be Biggie. Sorry Pac.
From where do you draw your inspiration to create
music?
I draw my inspirations for music from just living life
and past experiences. I find it a lot easier to write about
things that I’ve personally encountered or witnessed.
Who are you listening to right now?
I’m currently listening to ‘Damn’ by Kendrick Lamar.
Where can we see and hear more of Alexx Stone?
You can follow me on IG: @alexxstonerlyfe, Twitter:
@AlexxStoner, FB: AleXx Stone, SOUNDCLOUD:
AleXx Stone.
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