Miss Flava
Interviewed by: Miguel Lopez
Indie Street Latino

Hey, how are you doing, Miss Flava?

Feeling great! Working hard at spreading the message of my music and feeling very blessed.

For you being a female, the fact that there aren’t that many female artists in the industry as you know; did that present a challenge for you or just open more doors along the way?

I don’t find that it opens or closes doors…I’ve had great acceptance from my audience and my message of female empowerment has been very successful. However, I like to think that it’s because it’s good music and because the people enjoy it that my product is well liked….not because I’m a female.

How do you feel that everyone has treated you so far in the music industry?

Everyone in the industry has had their ups and downs…but I have been very blessed with a very talented team of people behind me that give me great support.

I’ve heard your music before, but for those whom aren’t familiar with you, how would you describe your music? Why do you think people should listen to you?

My music incorporates amazing beats with lyrics that will remain in the listeners mind…and hopefully make a difference. The cd includes everything from latin hip hop to R&B to Reggae and Reggaeton. It’s a very urban compilation of my greatest lyrical inspiration to date and the best my musical team has put out yet.

When you are singing you say it just how it is; do you get a lot of criticism because of your lyrics?

You can say I’ve been criticized…my grandmother still hasn’t recovered from the language..jajaja. But the one thing I get from everyone who’s listened is that it’s REAL…and that’s something that I think the listening audience appreciates and can relate to.

Do you write all of your songs? Do you write for other artists as well?

I wrote the songs in collaboration with my team from Sueños Discos. The lyrics are based on my inspiration and life experiences.

When it comes to making music what it is that you love the most?

The freedom of expressing your ideas and dancing to an awesome track. You have to LOVE music in order to DO music.

Where do you get your inspiration?

My inspiration comes from my past experiences, my kids, my family, my thoughts…things I see in the streets…the news…anything that touches me in a way that I feel should be shared with our community today.

Do you have a favorite place that you pick to write your songs?

Nope…all I need is a pen and the rest is MUSIC …jajaja.

Tell us about your production “Himno de las Chicas”. How many songs are in it?

17 songs in total plus a hidden track that you must listen to.

Why did you pick that name in particular?

I’m breaking through a male-dominated genre. All the girls hear is “shake your booty” and “let’s have sex” lyrics for the most part. I thought it was time for us ladies to step up and show respect for ourselves and let it be understood that there is more to us than sexy bodies good looks. Underneath all the superficial beauty (by society’s standards) every head is its own world and comes with a beautiful story. It’s a movement…and every movement needs an anthem…ours is Himno De Las Chicas.

What are you hoping to accomplish with this production?

I’m just a simple girl from Puerto Rico with a lot to say. I want for people to listen to it and like it and dance to it and to spread the word…. and to be given the honor of doing it all over again.

Are you currently doing any tour to promote your production?

Well, I just returned from a small tour in Germany and next week doing some spots in New York City and Miami then heading out to Chicago.

For fans across the nation, where can they listen and or purchase your music online?

At www.towerrecords.com www.musica360.com www.amazon.com
They can also visit me at www.myspace.com/missflava.com
My fans can also send me an email at suenosdisc@aol.com

What other artist from the industry you would like to collaborate with and why?

Wow, collaborations are always a lot of fun and very good learning experiences. I am open to anyone that has a passion for making music and loving the people…en la union está la fuerza.

Is there anything else in your career that you have done or are about to do that you think everyone needs to know about?

We are currently working on the second cd. It’s a stronger production with lots of cool surprises and a different take on Latin Hip Hop altogether. It’s very exciting and we can’t wait to finish and show our fans.

Do you have anything that you would like to say to other up and coming artists?

Keep going…the road is long and hard…but the people need us. Remember: Nosotros somos las voces del PUEBLO

 

Well, thank you for taking time off y compartir un poco con nosotros. Sigue pa’ lante haciendo musica buena y nunca te deje render. Gracias nuevamente! God Bless!

Muchas gracias por esta oportunidad…Un beso enorme para todos!