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"SH*T?!"

I rolled over and the clock read 10:45. What was wrong with this picture? I was still in the bed. Moments like these had to be on the top ten list of events entitled 'Things that ruin your day in .00862 seconds.' By this time I was suppose to be on the train, one hour away from Atlanta, GA. --negative. Scuffling across the hardwood floor still cold from the night before, I was quickly thinking of a Plan B; especially since the next train wasn't leaving for another 24 hrs. Something told me to take an earlier trip, but whoever listens to that voice of reason when it comes to vacation, rest and relaxation. Well, obviously, not I...

Channeling my inner Carrie Bradshaw, journalist from the tv series 'Sex & the City', I decided to just go with flow, after all it could only get better, [i hoped]. Nestled up to my laptop, Corrine Bailey Rae and Chrisette Michelle on shuffle in the background, I had time to finish up another article. The 'PM Train'.

One ticket please, and I'd prefer an aisle seat. I have long legs. Thanks--


Of course with my luck, I'd would be seated next to the overzealous senior citizen that thinks im his homeboy, and begins to talk with about all his life issues as if were downtown at some back alley bar drinking are problems away. So you simply smile and nod, until we both get the picture, we're just ready to be home.

Looking out the window, if you're not smoking, texting your life away, you're listening to music these days. The beauty of solidarity, especially with the comfort it provides. Twenty year old Atlantan, though neither born or raised there, I have realized that people are truly a product of their environment. All these ingredients mixed together to make the hundreds of music genres.
"Excuse me sir, I think you missed your train...,"PHRESHMentality: 2009 is halfway complete, can we expect a follow album or EP to come soon since your last release 'Oh Jazzy' in 2OO6?
Jazzy: There will most likely be no album..possibly a mixtape, within the next couple of months. But I'm working towards trying to get a major situation. I love what I've done independently, but I'm looking towards a label right now.
PM: After being an independent for some time, what have been some of the many lessons you've learned about the industry?
Jazzy: In all actuality I've had really good people in my corner, so I haven't had any bad experiences-- I'm thankful for that. I've learned the work it takes, because doing an album took alot, we ended up putting together a really good body of work, but I understand the work it takes to do something like that, all the press that I've gotten has been done by me and a few other people. I've been blessed to come across good people who are a fan of what I'm doing and willing to help.
PM: And good ppl are a vital part of the underground community. The different marketing style.
Jazzy: Yes very vital
PM: How would describe marketing yourself as an independent artist? I first heard about you in the latter part of 2OO7 from a friend, Deaan Pridgeon,who did a youtube cover on your song A.W.O.L.; instantly I was hooked.
Jazzy: Well since the internet is such a BIG part of everything these days, I utilized everything, myspace, facebook, twitter, youtube, all of that. Myspace was thee best outlet its actually what led me to my publishing situation all the people i know musically. Myspace is the best.
PM: Kudos to Tom. Still don't know why I didn't think of it.haha
Jazzy: Yes, now theres tons of outlets. Man how did he come up with that?!

PM: As a female artist in 2009, it honestly requires so much. What are some of the things you are trying to improve on as an artist and a performer?
Jazzy: Well as a female artist in 2009, it seems that singing doesn't have to be at the forefront, you can do everything but sing and make it. So Im trying to make sure that Im giving my audience a show, I love Beyonce, and I love how she brings it every single time you are never disappointed. I want to be just like that I want my fans to be equally impressed with my shows as they are with my music.
PM: With your track 'Remote Control Me,' (which is hittin hard everywhere) how do you handle the talk of how your sound might resemble that of artist such as Rihanna or Keri Hilson?
Jazzy: I found it actually flattering that they would make the comparison, BUT loved the fact that some of my fans went and on some of the youtube pages made comments because they knew it was me before I even addressed it. I loved that, it made me think like wow they recognize my voice woooooow!

PM: Since you released 'Oh Jazzy,' how much have you changed/grown?
Jazzy: Ive changed sooooo much. I've learned what i like, I've established a voice as far as what i like and dislike, I've learned my voice, as far as vocally what I can do. I remember when I first came in I was stuck on doing rnb..because that was what I grew up on, i remember the Lauryn Hill, SWV, En Vogue, Anita Baker and so on and so forth and because of that I was like im not doing anything BUT rnb...now I love electronic music, techno, alternative is my favorite, and I want to mix some of that in with RnB. Im so proud of the growth though its good to see.
PM: You've got me really excited to hear what your going to drop on the market for us. Definitely can hear you over those techno beats.
PM: Even though this track is off your first EP, I must say the 'Body' was a great song.