 Jay Wise spits out lyrics like he is trying to get a bad taste out his mouth & won’t stop until the rhyme is over & the beat has gone silent. Then after the dust has settled, Jay Wise stands there with a grin on his face basking in the mayhem he just caused. This 26 year old Puerto Rican NYC born artist has his sights on the bigger & better things in life with future plans to launch an entertainment company.
Jay Wise’s lyrical skills & vocal tone sets him apart from other artists. Hold a conversation with Jay Wise & you will soon realize that he posses all the grit, image, marketability & hunger needed to be successful in this game. Jay Wise’s favorite artists are Jay Z, Big Pun, Kayne,Chromeo, Bruno Mars & his group mates (Tana & Choas). He is influenced by the trendsetters of the world that stay true to their hearts & work hard everyday.
Jay Wise says his solo project “The Wake Up Call” will change the way people see music by bringing back the entertainment that is often missing in music. Jay Wise is a 2008 New York Underground Music Award winner for Latin music. He has performed at over 80 clubs throughout NYC & in PR, St Barts and other places. Jay Wise has worked with well known Dj’s such as DJ’s such as The Heavy Hitter DJ Enuff (Hot 97). Power 105.1’s DJ’s Carl Blaze (R.I.P) & DJ Prostyle & DJ Camillo. The crowd mover Lboogs (Mr. MTV 3) DJ Green Lantern and DJ Kay Slay.
He has worked with producers such asRockwilder, Kane Beatz, Micheal “ Severn ” Summers, XV & Mighty Fuzz Young. And he has worked with clothing lines such as SABIT, LaVie, Live Mechanics, Gifted Elite, Kid Robot, Dirty Jaz, Benji Jeans, Brian Wood, Orisue, Religion, Rich Goldspun, Weirdo and many more.
Tell our readers, where your from..
I'm from Washington Heights Nyc ( All of my Dominicanos Right there off of Broadway ) like Jay Z says lol
Where did your name originate from?
The Letter J ( Jay ) is the 1st initial of my government name and Wise was giving to me by the O.G's and Hustlers from my hood
What is a typical day like for you?
Wake up write and record some ideas for songs , send and respond to emails , check hip hop and sneaker blogs and sites see whats new, hit the gym ( sometimes ) lol , do some video editing , chill with my girl then go to work
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Other then music what do you do to make that paper?
I work at a very flexible job over night ( no i'm not a stripper ) lol but I'm able to be out go to the studio or shows when i want
When did you first become introduced to hip-hop?
young age maybe like 7 years old my cousin Kelly Would always be bumping hip hop and try to put me on to old school rap like epmd nwa slick rick ect and i wasn't having it not cause i didn't like hip hop i was just in to what was going on at that time but i definitely am glad she put me on and i learned about hip hop
Coming up who were your influences in music?
Snoop Dogg , Michael Jackson , Dr. Dre Slick Rick , Notorious Big , Big Pun , Nas
What artists/people in your life intrigued you to get into the business?
Jay Z is one of if the the best business men of our time , 50 cent , Kanye West , My mother
How would you describe your style?
passionate meaningful lyrics , over great instruments , not afraid to to say what most are afraid to say , not afraid to have fun and experiment with music and not afraid to be myself
What artists are you currently working with?
I have a song with Xv ( warner bros ) Christian Dior , P Star , Daniel Joseph , Pete Powerz , ect
Who would you enjoy to work with?
Kanye West ( if he's not a asshole ) lol , Lmfao ( those dudes look like they have a lot of fun ) Chromeo ( love there sound ) , Bruno Mars , Jay Z , Lupe , and Wale Bun B Fat Joe all on a sneaker head remix lol
Tell us about your current projects?
I have a mixtape / album that bends the rules , it's going to change people's life's The Wake Up Call ( I i feel I been slept on ) So sleep now cause The Wake Up Call is coming
What one reason would your fans say separates you from the norm?
My fans know I'm one of them I'm a Sneaker Head , and all around a cool dude that just happens to know how to rap his ass off lol , My fans know they have a voice now , you don't have to pretend your some one your not any more
What shows do you currently have lined up for this summer?
Just got back from Miami , calle ocho , always rocking out in schools , and have a couple thing in the works I'll keep you posted
What would you say makes you different than the average recording artist...
I think I made my own lane , a lot of these other recording artist are very good but are trying to fill some one shoes that can't be filled . My advice be your self no one can be better than you at being you
What's currently in your CD/MP3 player?
My mixture / Album The Wake Up Call , Big Sean , Slaughter House , Lupe Fiasco , Fred The Godson , Bruno Mars , and some Stack Bundles
What’s your formula, how do you come up with the concepts for your material?
I have to hear the beat and I feel like it talks to me melodies start popping in my head thats when i grab my phone or paper and start writing then unless I'm in the studio then I just start recording
Where do you see yourself in the industry in the next 5 years?
Climbing up the latter of success and starting my own entertainment company TEAM MILE HIGH for videos , music , art , fashion etc
Where do you see the industry in 5 to 10 years?
something like a Russell Simmons but my way lol
What final words do you have for our community and the prospects of hip hop?
Jay Wise The Wake Up Call will change your life , follow your dreams " The Only Way To catch a dream is to chase it " Ohh and follow me www.twitter.com/jaywise31
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