KAY SOUL

Interview by David R. Navarro

FEATURED INDIE ARTIST

Kay Soul is a recording artist, songwriter, and aspiring plus model based in Chicago. Kay began singing and writing songs in elementary school and recorded her first solo song at the age of 19. Kay Soul is a 2020 W.A.M (We are the Music Makers) Winner for Best R&B album for “Hiding In Plain Sight” and nominee for the HerSong Blog artist of the year award for her May 2020 release, “Blood In My Veins”.

David R. Navarro: Tell us a little bit about yourself?

Kay Soul: I was raised on the southside of Chicago by my grandmother and grandfather. Music has always been an outlet for me. I started writing in elementary school and recorded my first song at 19. I am a compassionate person who believes that my calling in music is to heal the heart, soul, and mind.

DN: How long have you been in the music industry?

KS: I have been in and around the music industry for the past 14 years but decided to pursue it very seriously as my main career for the past 9 years.

DN: What made you decide to be serious about music?

KS: I have always had the desire to pursue a music career but it was not a dream that was supported by my family. However, after the death of a close friend I realized that life was too short for me to spend my days doing anything but what I love to do.

DN: Which people or books have had the most influence on your music career and why?

KS: In highschool I read “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings” by Maya Angelou and it changed my life. encouraged me to find my voice and speak my truth.

DN: What would you say is the #1 key to success in the music industry?

KS: You have to have perseverance. There will be many naysayers and lots of rejection. You have to have tough skin and believe in yourself always.

DN: Can you give us some examples of things you are doing or have done to expand your fanbase?

KS: In addition to consistently releasing music and staying active on social media, I travel to various events and perform as often as possible. Additionally, keeping fresh content and visuals.

DN: Talk about the biggest failure you’ve had. What did you learn from it?

KS: I don’t really look at anything as a failure anymore. There is always a lesson to be learned. I have fallen down plenty of times. I have been disappointed. However, each time I’m able to gain more insight that gives me tools that I need to get up and keep pushing forward.

DN: What advice can you give other young men and women who want to follow in your footsteps?

KS: You have to be willing to work hard and invest in your goals and dreams. Set short term and long term goals and be diligent about accomplishing them everyday. Seek to understand your purpose in life and let that guide you on your journey.

DN: What does a typical day in your week look like?

KS: I like to wake up and pray, meditate, and journal. I love a hot cup of coffee while I’m checking emails and making a todo list of tasks that must be completed. From there, I’m taking meetings, taking care of the needs of my family, and practicing my craft. I try to fill my days with things that will bring me closer to my goals. Anything else is just a distraction.

DN: What keeps you going when things get tough in the business?

KS: I try to always keep my faith in God and the vision that he gave me for my music. I know that he would never bring me this far and leave me. I aim to look at every situation as a learning experience for a greater outcome.

Strong Connection

DN: Tell us about your new single, Strong Connection.

KS: Strong Connection is the first single off my forthcoming concept EP entitled Connections. It is a story of an unbreakable bond of love that stands the test of time. I wanted to give listeners a more intimate side of myself and challenge them to cherish the strong connection in their lives.

DN: Are you working on new music, Album or EP?

KS: I am currently working on a new concept EP entitled connections. I just finished the music video for Strong Connection and will be releasing that in the weeks to come. My recent Album “In My Mind” was released in October 2020 and is available now on all music streaming platforms.

DN: Please list your website and/or your social media platforms.

KS: www.kaysoulmusic.com,

FB - www.facebook.com/kaysoulmusiq

IG - www.instagram.com/kaysoulmusic

TW - www.twitter.com/kaysoulmusiq