Music has been Star aka J Bravo’s passion since he was a child. At the tender age of four, Star would entertain himself singing or rapping in front of the mirror. Even at the kitchen table while his mother was preparing a meal he would take a plates, glasses, pots and pans to make a beat. Early on Star’s inspirations were the Motown greats such as, Marvin Gaye, The Temptations, The Dells, and Smokey. Then he transitioned to the music he grew up on such as N.W.A, Biggie Smalls, Scarface, 8 Ball & MJG and Jay- Z who all proved to be great inspiration for Star. Armed with strong lyrical content, delivery, and raw talent Star is in a league of his own and ready to follow in the footsteps of those who paved the way for him.
IAA: What is your music background?
STAR AKA J BRAVO: Well since the age of 4, I’ve been in music classes, learning music as well as being vocally coached. I sang in plays, concerts, and choirs until the age of 14, where I signed to a local record label as a vocalist and songwriter. After two years I started a quartet named Reign, where we performed in local venues even Starlight for Mike Singleterry Charity Luncheon. Once I reached the age of 18, I had already been rapping for a year. I had been songwriting for regional artists for 4 years. I also started deejaying and managing artists since I had left the local label I was with. I moved to Evansville, where I was noticed, and it was there I was sent to meet Scarface aka Brad Jordan at the All-Star Weekend in Atlanta. His team gave me a lot of direction and motivation to push forward even though my sound was along the lines of what they did. I came back to Indiana, started LOD which is Lion’s Den Entertainment and continued to make music.
IAA: Why do you want to record and release your own music?
STAR AKA J BRAVO: Being in the music industry at the underground and regional level for 16 plus years has given me all types of experiences. I picked up on how not to make music and more importantly the correct way to properly make a song. Being able to understand music is like an artist or painter learning how to blend colors and shade. I was fortunate enough to watch engineers from all over the globe, and while in the process pick up tricks and techniques. With countless hours of trial and error, I developed all of the skills to be able to write and record myself. This allows me total creativity without outside interference, and without someone trying to manufacture my music to sound like what’s out on the radio. Plus, it allows me to be able to set my own deadlines and release dates. This allows me to not force music. I like to be able to give my fans 100% of me, instead of me with someone else’s agenda. With that said, I can also release music everyday, 365 days a year if I choose too as well. It just grants me freedom to have the ability to deliver music however I choose to the fans, which allows for more of a personal connection.
IAA: What are your songs about?
STAR AKA J BRAVO: My music is about my life, what I’ve lived, felt, and experienced. My songs are my outlet to the world, my journal; my story to be heard and my music to live on once I’m gone. I have my moments of joy and pain, but they’re all based on a true story. Even when I do features, I look for the memory that relates to the theme and I go from there. I lived and experienced a lot so there’s not much I can’t speak on.
IAA: Who are your musical influences?
STAR AKA J BRAVO: Well, of course Michael Jackson is first and foremost because he was always able to step out of the box and draw you with him. Plus, he was an amazing songwriter. Outkast were the first artists I met in person. Just seeing two young cats doing something different and adding flavor to me was amazing. Jay-Z, simply because he beat the odds, defied the laws, broke barriers, and made the public pay attention to his accomplishments. Scarface because his music was so deep that you could feel and see what he was saying as if you were there. Marvin Gaye was just an amazing performer the way he commanded the crowd with his voice. Joe Budden was a big influence for me once he started “Mood Music.” It to me changed the way music could be translated. The way Joe B. was able to describe to his listeners and fans how losing a life could feel and what addiction was like. This to me was exactly how you want to have a personal relationship with your fans. So it set an example for me.
IAA: How would you describe your music to people?
STAR AKA J BRAVO: I say its motivation music; Midwestern poetry over southern tracks. There’s always a song for someone or some moment in life. It’s Life Music, for the hustler, business man, person going through rough times, the people out just trying to have a good time, the loud smokers, and for the lyrical assassins.
IAA: What makes you stand out from other artist?
STAR AKA J BRAVO: My delivery, my demeanor, my talent, my ambition, and my drive separate me from all of the rest. I can write, record, mix, and master my own project. I have what is needed to be around for another 15-20 years. I have what every A&R and record label is looking for. I’m not just an artist, I’m an International Business.
IAA: Tell us about one of the hardest challenges you had to face in your music career and how did you overcome?
STAR AKA J BRAVO: In 2003 I was signed to a production company out of Chicago that used my materials to ink a distribution deal with Bad Boy. Once the check was cut for the deal, the company disappeared. So I was left in a situation where my company had taken the money and left me without pay, work, or a place to record. I grabbed all of my equipment, with the understanding I still had a year left under my contract before I could perform and release my own music freely. So I moved south and started moving the promos I had left. I also kept doing feature after feature and quietly recording as much of my own music as I possibly could. Once my contract was up, I would let the flood gates open and release my own music from me and my camp.
IAA: What are some upcoming projects you are currently working on?
STAR AKA J BRAVO: Well I’m currently working on LT3; The Prequel (Life Times of John Fetti vol 3) the 3rd vol of the John Fetti mixtape series due to drop July 16th. Also, I’m gearing up for Continuity the Hiatus (12/3/13); part 2 to the Thank God for 4 the block album that dropped 12/12/11.
IAA: What are your career goals? Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
STAR AKA J BRAVO: My goal is to be known as one of the greats of my time and not just a one hit wonder or a “whatever happened to him” type of artist. I want to sell 10 million records; and sell out a venue in a day, and be able to perform for a Super Bowl Halftime show, no matter it’s a feature or headliner. Also, I want to do a song with Missy or Janet Jackson. Ten years from now, I see myself as a respected artist in the industry with fans from all around the world. I also hope to mentor younger artists and show them the ropes of the industry so they can achieve what I have and then some.
IAA: How can your fans access your music and contact you?
STAR AKA J BRAVO: I’m on facebook under Star aka J Bravo, and on twitter as @StarakaJbravo, on instagram as @Bravitos_way. My music in on iTunes under Star and Star aka J Bravo. My mixtapes are on datpiff.com, and if all fails you can Google Star aka J Bravo.
Keep up the good work sir. Follow your dreams and stay positive.
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Peace, Keep Grinding!
Thanks for the support!
I truly enjoy the raw talent…youve put your background into your future and done well for yourself..keep grindin the wheels together…TMP
Thanks, all I can do now is grind and continue to progress
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Keep dropping that music from the heart and doing what you do cousin much love and I’m so proud of what you’re doing!!!!
Always cuz, I’m always gone go hard like Ham Block taught me! #LIONSDEN #HAMBLOCK
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I’m so proud of you fam keep up da good work and you know I will always have ur bac much luv
Thanks cuz luv u 2 always
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Thanks for the luv!
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I am so fuckin proud of you!
Just knowing that means alot thanks!
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Keep killing them !!!
Thanks for the luv fam
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Nice Work
I appreciate it
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Just wanna s/o first and for most Bravo for introducing me and accepting me into the Den. S/o to lionsden. A very unique group of individuals with great talent and love for the game. Continue to stay positive and work hard. As I learn from you I hope we can also learn from each other. Thanks for showing the love. So Im doing the same. Peace and blessings.
Thanks fam for the support! #LIONSDEN
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Thanks for the support! Keep it coming!! And Lion’s Den Ent is the new team A Bondz, C Wattz, IInd Hand, Swirv, and Street Disciple… I’m blessed with their talent and greatness!
Wow…impressed is all I can say. I knew you did the music thing and had talent in it, but this interview really showed me that it goes way deeper than just that, it’s part of you! I’m so happy that even though the road has been rough, you are on the come up! Can’t wait till I’m able to be like I know that dude on the tv lol keep up the hard work bro!!!
Jay
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Thanks Jay! I’m gonna continue to progress and move far
Great interview, I can’t wait til your on tour and the world can see wht I’ve always known! Your top 15 ever dead or alive!!
Thanks! I appreciate the consideration, that’s luv! #TOP15DEADORALIVE
I see you bro, continue to kill those tracks and stages! Those days we always talked about are coming!! #LIONSDENENT
You already know bro! “Bet That”
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I remember the days I’d go to sleep and you were writing n I’d wake up n you’d still be writing… I knew then greatness was in your future… I love you and support you to the fullest! You’re always been a KING and now everyone else gets to see it 🙂
Thanks for the luv
I SEE YOU CUZ! YOU CAME A LONG WAY FROM HAM BLOCK, BUT I SEE YOU STILL HOLDING DOWN THE G N MILLER!
Thanks Cuz!
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Great article!
Thanks I appreciate the luv
Nice work dude
I appreciate it
I want to hear more music
I got more coming this year from me and the entire Lion’s Den Team #LIONSDENENT
Cute pic, and great article
Thanks!
Im so proud of what your becoming!!
Thanks for believing in the dream!
#DOPE
#LIONSDENENT
Man great interview..makes me me feel like I can rise up ..thank u for the inspiration
Thanks for the support
MUCH RESPECT FROM THE WEST
Thanks I’m keep killing it from the middle of the map
Keep up the “Midwestern poetry over Southern tracks”.. nice that some people still make music. Love you and very proud of you!!
Thanks! I try to continue to make actual music! Luv u Too
Great job Jai Brown;) keep up your amazing music. You have great talent!
Thanks! I appreciate the respect and luv!
….lyrical assassins….great article
Great quote lol, thanks!
keep it up! lookin forward to what’s to come in the future! #LIONSDENENT
Thanks! I can’t wait to show you what’s coming! #LIONSDENENT
Great article, keep up the good work!
Thanks!
Im so proud of you dude!
Thanks I’m trying
I see you Killa!!!
#LIONSDENENT
I see my lil bro, kept that Ham Block alive… Don’t stop until they pay you for what they did to the camp!
I’m on it bro, taking care of busniess!
WE ARE THE BEST AND YOU JUST GAVE THEM A PREVIEW #LIONSDENENT
Yessir!! I’m out here! #LIONSDENENT
I love you music and I respect everything you stand for! #MYFAVARTIST <3
Thank you that means so much to hear that!!!
I’m sorry I missed your show, but I enjoyed your article
Thanks!
Growing up I wouldve never thought you would be here, I’m so proud of you. Can’t wait to say I know that guy on tv!!!
I know we got to get together sometime, its been too long… Thanks I appreciate the luv!!
All those years in an office and I never knew you did music. Great work man, I see some thing big in your future.
I know I try to keep the side of me out of there, don’t need the drama or judgement, thanks tho!!
CUZ GREAT JOB!
Thanks cuz!
I see why you never ever call me back, your so busy with life…Its coo I’m proud of you! <3
Thanks I’m trying! #LIONSDENENT
DUDE YOU ROCK!!!!!!
Thanks I’m trying! #LIONSDENENT
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Cute pic! For someone that would never speak to me you seem like a very open person not the shy guy I thought I knew… Good article
Thanks lol!! Thanks I’m trying! #LIONSDENENT
I sit back and listen to you when I’m laying down and you sir are God’s Gift to me <3
Awwww wow THANKS!!! I’m trying! #LIONSDENENT
I love how you tell storyes in your muzik, and I love your voice and content!
Thanks I’m trying! #LIONSDENENT
Loving the new cd, video, and this article! Awesome!!
Thanks I’m trying! #LIONSDENENT
Coo interview dude!!
Thanks!
Cuz, aunt told me about this and WOOOOOW I’m so proud of you I didn’t know… Great work!!
Thanks I’m trying! #LIONSDENENT
Great work nephew!
Thanks I’m trying! #LIONSDENENT
Thank you for giving me the link, this is a true testament of God’s work. I believe in you!
Thank you for believing, it means so much to me!!
J BRAVOOO I MISS U MAN, GREAT INTERVIEW I LOVE IT AND WANNA SEE MORE LIKE NOW!!!!!!
I cant wait to show you more of whats coming for Lion’s Den
J, has your mother seen this?! If not make her read it, she’ll love it!!
No she hasn’t but I’m sure someone will show or tell her
Seeing this and reading it takes me back to days of leaving you at home or at a studio working when I wanted you to be spending time with me… I guess you made the right decision, I’m proud of you papi!
I appreciate it! Thanks I’m trying! #LIONSDENENT
Lol cute… Thanks for the certification for my decision making… I appreciate the luv tho
Mr. Bravo I simply loved your article!! <3
Thanks I’m trying! #LIONSDENENT
I wish you could quit your job and do this music full-time because I know you have the talent to do it.
Thanks I’m trying! #LIONSDENENT
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When did you do this and why wasn’t I there? Great pic!
Lol it was done last month and I guess because you were busy lol thanks tho!
So this is what your doing when you have days off from work lol, great article man
Yes this is what i do lol thanks
I look the new mixtape and this article “DEEP”! #8KINGS
Thanks I’m trying! #LIONSDENENT
From basketball to this good choice lol naw just playing bro, good shit!!
Thanks I’m trying! #LIONSDENENT
Keep holding GI down famo
Thanks I’m trying! #LIONSDENENT
Seems coo, but dude music wack
Fuck you nigga you wack #LIONSDEN
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Fuck you Bitch and yall pussy crew
If you want it bitch I got heat for niggas like you aint no pussy here!
LOL LOOK AT THIS BITCH
Look at you trying to internet thug, lol KILL YOURSELF BITCH!
LOL LOL LOL LOL
Bitches ain’t shit and neither is your crew, you better chill before you get trayvoned bitch!
So you think its funny to talk about Trayvon like that, now who the bitch! Exactly so get off the page before a bunch of Trayvon’s whip that ass!!! #LIONSDENENT
Gett’em!!!
You just like white America bunch of misguided BITCHES!
How dare you attack white people, statement like that make people in general look dumb. This was a positive platform and you just couldn’t resist to bring that dumb stuff here
Yo King you don’t want this and theres no reason arguing with you on the internet if I ever see you, youll see the type of man I am until then continue to hate… I pray for my hates too!
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I appreciate the time you took to read the interview fam