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| LADY TRAUMA |
It is said that what a man can do, a woman can do better, this saying can be applied to this enigmatic female music producer from Cleveland Ohio, USA who decided to venture into a world mainly dominated by men, not only did she stood her ground, she has become a force to reckon with in the production circle. The Entertainment Commission has decided to share with you our encounter with this eccentric producer to let you know that some women got more game than men in the game. Lets meet LADY TRAUMA
T.E.C: Thank you for granting this
interview, i had to come into your world and share it with other people
who are also curious to know how a female can be in a position majorly
dominated by men,when we hear the word producer, a man usually comes to mind, but amazingly you are a lady, tell us,who is the Female producer?
LT: I am Lady Trauma, I love music and I am
so passionate about it! Out of everything there is in the world besides
God Music means that much to me. I began producing at the age of 13
maybe 14 and I haven't looked back since.
T.E.C: What expired you to become a music producer?
L.T: Honestly I never
saw myself producing. I was a drummer before anything..always beating
on school desks and tables mimicking Timbaland beats or playing at
church or my set in my basement. I ended up at Sam Ash one day a few
days before Christmas and something told me to go over to the beat
machine section..and the rest is history!
T.E.C : How long have you been producing professionally ?
L.T: I have been producing professionally for about 5-6 years
T.E.C: What
are the challanges you face being a female producer ?
L.T: I don't really
face any challenges at least not yet. I feel like i've made a name for
myself and people accept me and what I do. I think it all stems from
people hearing about me by word of mouth so they know what it is
beforehand
T.E.C: Who is your role model in music production ?
L.T: My role models are
Stevie Wonder, Missy Elliott and Timbaland..those are my top 3, always
and forever!! All of them are innovators and that I strive to be! At the
end of the day I want the world to remember me for being innovating and
not imitating and that's what each of them embody!
T.E.C: Have you worked with any major artist?
L.T: Well I
produced for MGK (Machine Gun Kelly) right before he got signed to Bad Boy but other than
that I haven't worked with a major artist just yet but I believe that it
will be happening really soon
T.E.C: Can you name some artists you would like to work with?
L.T: My
top pick is Missy Elliott ! That is my dream and i'm not letting up
until I make it come true! Also Pusha T, Kanye, Musiq Soulchild, India
Arie, Stevie Wonder etc I just want to work with people who make GREAT
music!
T.E.C: How competitive does it get for you being a female holding
your spot in a male dominated business?
L.T: Honestly its crazy because
there aren't any other producers besides Missy in the industry so I
gotta make sure I come correct and stay correct to let these men know I
mean business..and I plan to let me music speak for me and my work
ethic!
T.E.C: Most producers eventually become artist, do you see yourself becoming
an artist someday?
L.T: Whats funny is, ,I was a rapper before I even
thought about producing! lol But once I got more into my production I
threw rapping to the wolves and stuck to my production. I don't regret
it one bit!
T.EC: Now a bit more personal,Whats your zodiac sign?
L.T: I am a Leo baby! Got the lioness tattoo on my arm and everything lol
T.E.C: Nice to know we share the same zodiac sign. Describe
a day in the life of The female producer:
L.T: My day is very simple: Eat,
Take a Nap and make music!! I don't go anywhere at all I just work on my
music all day everyday! Im that dedicated!
T.E.C: Whats your favourite colour ?
L.T: Black and Blue I cant decide
T.E.C: Are you a religous person ?
L.T: I LOVE GOD thats one thing that you
can't take away from me!! And even though I grew up in the church, I
really didn't develop a true relationship with HIM until I got shot.
When I laid on the ground dying and I asked God to let me live and he
did..I was like OK I really truly know that your real, I gotta tell
everybody..I gotta get to know you more! Im still a work in progress but
God is definitely the head of my life!
T.E.C: Name three artist in your hall of fame
L.T: Missy, Whitney Houston and Stevie Wonder
T.E.C: Whats
your message to other girls aspiring to be producers:
L.T: If you're gonna
do this DO IT!! Don't half ass it DO IT!! We have a lot to prove so
make sure you bring it..study, practice then study and practice some
more!!! I swear that's all I do is listen to every artist I can find
dating back to the 30's, I watch tutorials on Youtube or documentaries. I
want to know all there is to know and then some so I can apply it to my
work. I have grown immensely in the 13 years i've been producing and
its not just because i make beats its because of everything else I do.
Listen!! Train your ear..man its so much. Producing is not as easy as
people think it is but I my message is to NEVER GIVE UP!! Go For it!
T.E.C: Thank you for your time.We like you to give a special shout
out to the special people in your life so they know you where truly here
L.T: S/O to my parents cause without them I wouldn't have got the chance to start producing and for introducing me to music!
IF YOU NEED THOSE BANGING BEATS, YOU NEED A PRODUCER OR YOU ARE CURIOUS TO MEET OR KNOW MORE ABOUT THIS LADY STANDING TALL IN A MAN'S WORLD. THEN CHECK OUT THE INFORMATION BELOW ON HOW TO REACH LADY TRAUMA. TO THE LADYS READING THIS, BE INSPIRED.
Lady Trauma
Trauma Muzik
440-381-0809
www.ladytrauma.com
www.soundcloud.com/ladytrauma
www.twitter.com/ladytrauma
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