Smooth vocals, loads of style, and incredible talent sums up what R&B/pop artist D'Shawn brings to the turn table.

His credible for multiple specialties in the industry including songwriter, composer, producer, audio engineer, dancer and much more, he loves music and knows the trait inside out.

D’Shawn’s music is an eclectic mix of dance numbers, slow crooning melodies, and upbeat club tracks.

This multi-talented musician has a lot to offer, he has an incredible charisma, as we found out from our recent interview with him.

Here’s what he had to say about why his group didn’t work out, his solo ambitions, making it in a competitive market and much more…

Stylinzine.com: Hi D'Shawn, well thanks for taking time out for us; to start off with tell us a little bit about you and you career thus far.
D'Shawn: First off, my name is D'Shawn, and I've been in the music "industry" since about age 6 or 7, when I started out playing the drums with my parents’ group. I've actually played instruments since the age of 3. I started my own home recording studio at age 12, and it grew on from there…and now here I am!

Stylinzine.com: You are some what of a new face to the industry but you've had such a great start, tell us about that.
D'Shawn: I have never really taken "no" for an answer. I've always pursued my dreams and ambitions regardless of what people might have said. I learned a long time ago that the successful people never give up. That's why they are successful...so I just put that in my own perspective towards music, and I will be on top before you know it!

Stylinzine.com: What are your thoughts on the difference, and similarities between the UK and US music scene in general?
D'Shawn: The UK verses the US music scene is somewhat different. I think the UK is allot easier to break into because there is less competition and the UK seems to have more of a genuine love for music...I don't know how to explain it, but the UK is a great place to start out, not saying that the US isn't, but the UK seems to have open arms to US artist.

Stylinzine.com: You have many involvements in the music industry, which would you consider the most beneficial or fulfilling to your career aspirations?
D'Shawn: Being a producer is a big part of my music career. Being able to hear music, compose it, write it, and arrange it is a big deal. That's how you put the whole album together, and I have all of that, so it’s a great tool where I can collaborate with anyone and put something great together.

Stylinzine.com: What are you currently working on?
D'Shawn: I am currently working on a music video, getting my dancers up to par, and getting ready to tour this summer...its gonna be hot!

Stylinzine.com: When you are in the limelight there’s just some much 'info' flying about, so what are your thoughts on misinterpreted press?
D'Shawn: I just think of it all as exposure...it may not always be the right exposure, but it makes people wanna dig a little further into me to see what I am really about. That's when they find the truth, and finds someone who really loves music, someone genuine, and someone who’ll do anything to please fans with music...its all from the heart.

Stylinzine.com: You've bounced from several groups, so tell us about that and your decision to take the path you're on now.
D'Shawn: Basically, I’ve been in two groups. It really was the same group, but we dropped a member and changed the group name....It just got to the point where the dedication from the other members was not there, and started to become involved in their lives, and I wanted no part in it, so therefore, I went solo and loving it.

Stylinzine.com: Which band or artist do you typically listen to? And tell us about your most significant musical influences.
D'Shawn: I listen to several artists because I don't want to get locked into a certain genre, but my musical influences have been Boyz II Men. Just take a look at their walk through the music industry and their tight harmonies, they are just great artist overall.

Stylinzine.com: Tell us about your own musical style and solo debut
D'Shawn: My style is kinda, funky-smooth-R&B all together. One minute I’ll have you wanting to cry because I may be talking about something moving related to things going on in your life. The next minute I’ll have you breakin’ it down on the dance floor. My Solo Debut is gonna be off the chain, there’ll be a video release this summer of my single "Whatever you please". Look out for it...it’s gonna be wild!

Stylinzine.com: Which of your own songs is your favorite and why?
D'Shawn: That probably would be a song not to many people have heard yet...but they will soon, it’s called "Without You"...it's a very moving song, about loosing someone in your life, whether it be a loved one, or someone you are in a relationship with...great song...I may have to break it out for ya sometime...lol

Stylinzine.com: What has been your most important source of inspiration?
D'Shawn: My Life. I write and compose my music off of feelings I have in my life, and playing off of the lives of others...so that when they hear my music, they can relate as well.

Stylinzine.com: Well before we wrap up, what would you like to say to your fans?
D'Shawn: Thanks for checking me out and definitely keep up with my music because you never know what will happen next in the D'Shawn world! Take care and keep lovin’ music!!

Published May 3^rd2004

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