INTERVIEW + VIDEOS :: w/ Atlanta R&B collective ICONZ

July 4, 2017 0 Comments

by Marina Yelensky…

BIO: :In days past, ‘R & B’s mark would invoke the image of shiny beats, slick choreographed dance routines and perfectly shaped vocal runs, the genre applied to soul grooves that were joined to a jazz-based, African-American grove.

ICONZ is more than just your typical ‘R&B’ group, they are four uniquely individual solo artist who have come together as an eclectic ICONIC movement who are changing the definition of R&B with their multi-faceted gifts and talents, their work exists and lends itself to a fresh 21st century cultural polished landscape of R&B, Hip Hop and Soul that is rich, all-encompassing and full of creative fire.

ICONZ represent unity, brotherhood, and empowerment and is based in Atlanta, Georgia. They come from a family of musicians, producers, and singers, so they are carrying on the legacy. There is no lack in this ICONIC movement individually and collectively; their luster is incorporated with astonishing vocals, trend setting personas and moreover when you get them on a stage as a solo artist or together collectively, they light up and perform as ICONZ. Their new millennium sound creates a distinctive flavor with an energetic style.

ICONZ’ talent goes beyond the stage and implodes behind the scenes working for many years as a highly skilled production team. They have honed their skills as music producers, songwriters, musicians, singers, and entrepreneurs. They have worked behind the scenes with many of the greats such as Tricky Stewart, Teddy Riley, Rihanna, and Jazze Pha. In addition, ICONZ has performed throughout the country as well as internationally for more than 15 years collectively and as individual artists.

The ICONZ movement is a musical experience by solo artists coming together who embrace sharing through their music, the importance of living life to the fullest, walking in unity, peace and love.”

THE INTERVIEW:

B: How did you guys get the group name I.C.O.N.Z.?

Actually one our peers gave us that name when we had just become a four man group. We heard it and we were like “yeeeeaahh that describes us to a “T””. Four icons.

B: How did you guys meet?

O, Joey, and Joe’l are blood related from Flint, MI. Their fathers were in a gospel group called the Shepards and have grown up together in the music game. At one point they formed they’re own 3 man Rnb group. Skhy was already his own artist living in Durham North Carolina. O and Skhy met in high school and ended up becoming best friends. A little later Skhy met Joe’l and Joey and became tight with them too and just been rocking out ever since.

B: How long have you all been making music together?

5 years as a group officially but all and all for about 16 years

B: When I first met you all last year, we were at Zoey Clarke’s music video shoot. Any plans for collaboration?

We’ve actually already had the opportunity with Zoey who is an extremely wonderful talent and spirit shout out to Queen Z.

B: What project are you currently working on?

Finishing up our album “Live From the FratHouz” as well as individual projects and of course continuing to shoot visuals to our singles and do shows.

B: Who’s single? I know all of the ladies want to know this juicy details!

We’re all single baby.

B: You just performed at Bonfire, how does it feel to be a part of such a free spirited event?

The energy alone sold us. To see so many people out in the spirit of love, art, and expression was a beautiful thing. Not to mention all the black vendors…We loved it and we’ll definitely be back.

B: When’s your next show? What city are you bringing your music to next?

Everyone can check out the ICONZ FB page or our IG PAGE @iconzmusic for more info.

ICONZ ON FAceBOoK
http://iconzmusic.com/