I started writing poetry when I was around 13 years old. It was a way for me to escape the difficulties of my life, including poverty, violence, and all of those darn isms. I took classes that taught me about the rhyme patterns used by great poets and applied that knowledge to my own writing. I was even offered a production deal at one point, but personal issues got in the way of my success.
After a period of not writing, I rediscovered my love for self-expression through music. For the past 15 years, I've been working on mastering various musical skills and have recently released a trilogy of albums called "FOREVER TEMPORARY I, II, and III." These albums are inspired by my belief that everyone I've ever met, whether for a short or long time, has shaped me in a way that can't be labeled as simply good or bad.
My music is a blend of EDM, hip hop, K-pop, and electronica, with a soulful and energetic pulse and emotional and melodic vibes. I grew up listening to a range of genres, including Motown, hip hop, rock and roll, and country, and have developed a unique style that incorporates organic beats, cleared samples, homemade samples, and original sounds.
In addition to my own work, I've also had the opportunity to collaborate with various labels and artists, such as CRAY-Z MFRS, Capital Cities, Jose James, Journey, Major Lazer, N.A.S.A., and more. I've also produced videos and songs for independent artists who have gone on to achieve success in their careers.
If you're interested in affordable remixes, album covers, mixes, and full song creation, you can find me on Fiverr.com/lyroughn. My remix catalog can be accessed at https://www.metapop.com/dlpcreativestudio. For me, making art is a way to process and adapt to the world around me. It's a journey of resilience, growth, and self-discovery.