It's not like a boss and artist relationship; it's like a big brother to a younger brother relationship, and he's a great guy. So big shout-out to Akon and the Konvict Muzik crowd.
Favored Nations is a long-term commitment. Our hope is that those who are passionate about real musicianship will want to hear and own most of our albums. We will set out to attain the same direct relationship with our customers that we have with our artists.
Georgia O'Keeffe proposed that I live with her. She was in New Mexico then, and I wanted to be in New York.
There is nothing deeper than to work for a year with the same artist.
The first guitar I ever picked up was an acoustic black Fender, so it makes perfect sense that Elias plays Fender guitars. As far as details, it's simple; Elias and Fender have a great relationship.
Well, Eminem, you know, I know him longer. Ive been signed to his label since 2001 and he's a good friend.
Tank is my boy. I'm the first artist he's ever been on the road with. We go all the way back to 'Pony.' He was my background singer on my tour.
It involved a lot of trust, but I love Bobby Harlow, and I loved the albums that he made.
I would love to get Rihanna on a Khaled song. That's my friend, but every time I'm around her, I get shy.