Formula Indie Sessions _ Interview with QUJVA
What is your earliest memory connected to music?
Reply:I remember growing up my step dad collected a book full of CD albums and also my aunt who used to babysit me as a kid had a tall CD holder rack displayed. I Remember just mesmerized by the covers, and seeing them blasting and vibing to them
How did your passion for creating music begin?
Reply:It began with an older friend doing music influencing me. He pushed me to try it and believed in me before anyone did. And ever since , it’s been stuck with me
What’s the story behind your current music project?
Reply:Pe$o was something very unexpected. It’s influenced by the unreleased Underground Phunk music I started with first and Brazilian funk that’s been trending. I decided to release it as soon as I finished it, since I started with Spanish music and wanted to introduce my Spanish listeners with my English rap.
How would you describe your sound to someone who has never heard your music
before?
Reply:Lit futuristic rap for pot heads
What is one thing you’ve learned that completely changed the way you make music?
Reply:Experimenting with my vocals
What tools, instruments, or software are essential in your creative process?
Reply: A blunt , exploring BeatStars/ traktrain, and voice memos app
Which indie artist or song are you loving right now?
Reply: RN I’m fucking wit “right here” – by staind
How have your personal experiences influenced your music and artistic vision?
Reply:Being alone has given me the time to open my mind and be creative as I can
What emotions or messages do you hope listeners take from your work?
Reply: just to let loose, get lit, and be open minded to a Spanish vers
What’s the most important lesson music has taught you so far?
Reply: Anyone can make music if you focus in your craft
What is a dream venue or festival you would love to perform at?
Reply:I would say Rolling Loud ofc and Coachella
If you could collaborate with any artist, past or present, who would it be and why?
Reply: XXXTENTACION cuz he’s our generational goat
Where can our listeners follow and support your music? (Website,Spotify, IG, links)
Reply: QUJVA on everything and everywhere
Looking toward the future, what’s your dream for the next chapter of your musical
journey?
Reply:My dream next chapter has to be touring all over the world
What do you hope listeners will discover about you along the way?
Reply: the power of the mind
