They say a music career can lead to all sorts of ventures and that a successful one allows the artist to expand his horizons in unimaginable ways. One look at V-Lo The Maestro and you know that is certainly a distinct possibility and pretty much inevitable, given the right placement, a lot of hard work and consistency.
Maybe it’s having that Louisiana blood or maybe it’s just something built into his DNA. Whatever it is, it definitely allows him to move unlike most independent artists – and that is a blessing in and of itself. You can just tell he means business and that nothing is going to stop his success and grind.
We caught up with him recently and here’s what he had to say:
THE HEAT MAGAZINE: Tell our readers about yourself; what all do you have your hands in at this point in time? Where are you from?
V-LO THE MAESTRO: I grew up in Washington, Louisiana and I have always had a passion for music since I was a kid. I currently have a distribution deal with LRT Entertainment out of Burbank, California. I was also just placed in GrindLife Magazine along with 50 Cent. It really was an awesome experience. I been doing a lot of traveling – also I been doing a lot of nationwide promotion with my current album.
THE HEAT MAGAZINE: Growing up, who influenced you both musically and as an entrepreneuer?
V-LO THE MAESTRO: I was highly influenced by Jay-Z, I must say because he does well as a music artist and as an entrepreneur. I used to always sit in front of the TV and recite his raps.
THE HEAT MAGAZINE: What projects do you currently have out?
V-LO THE MAESTRO: I just released my second album titled The Vision 2 on ITunes back in September and the album features Kevin Gates, Young Buck, Just Brittany, BAT, and Dajerae’. I also released my mixtape titled “College Grad Turnt Rapper” on Datpiff.com and on Audiomack a few months back. I have more albums on the way.
THE HEAT MAGAZINE: Where do you see your career and brand in 2, 5 and 10 years?
V-LO THE MAESTRO: I see myself in the next few years being a very successful artist and businessman in the entertainment industry. I see myself going platinum with my albums and owning my own clothing line. I plan on being the best that I can be.
THE HEAT MAGAZINE: What artists/producers do you look forward to working with in the future?
V-LO THE MAESTRO: I look forward to working with artists such as Lil Wayne, 2 Chainz, T.I., and Ludacris. I also look forward to working with producers like Mike Will Made It, Just Blaze, and David Banner.
Follow V-Lo The Maestro on social media:
Instagram @themaestro_
Twitter @vlosworld
Snapchat @themaestro88
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