DOPECAUSEWESAID's powerful interview with RnB/Pop/EDM artist Edidion
Edidion is an artist with an abundance of talent who possesses an unmatched drive to become the best entertainer he can be...
Edidion is an artist with an abundance of talent who possesses an unmatched drive to become the best entertainer he can be. Edidion began his musical career in 2010 and has been on an upward rise ever since. Music critics say Edidion is the ‘next big thing’, ‘one to watch’ and recognize his unique sound and diverse style.
He's about to drop his new single 'Power' this Friday, June 17th, and believe us when we tell you that it is a perfect blend of Pop, RnB, EDM and Dance music. We connected with Edidion to find out more about 'Power', his inspiration to create music, his last project "Statistic" and much more.
Carlton Boyd
How would you describe your style of music to someone who has never heard it?
I would describe my music as unique, refreshing and cutting edge. I tap into many different genres of music to be boxed into one but you’ll always get a different vibe when you hear my music.
Describe your creative process for us.
Firstly I listen to the instrumental, get a feel for the overall energy of the beat and then I try to figure out the best story to write. Over the years I’ve gotten better at songwriting but it definitely wasn’t easy at first. I had writers block all the time!
Tell us about your "Statistic" EP. Where can it be streamed and downloaded?
Statistic is my first EP; it can be streamed and downloaded via my bandcamp page – edidion.bandcamp.com. On that EP I wanted to get a lot of things off my chest and show the world that I have depth. When you listen to the songs on Statistic they each tell a different story, the beats are different from each other as well as the melodies. I feel like I’m ahead of my time and in the future people will look back on that EP and see how creative I was.
Of all the songs you've recorded, do you have a favorite or one that personified you the most?
That would be a song called “Statistic” it’s the intro on my EP of the same name. That song was a poem that I wrote about how I feel in regards to the current state of the world and how hard it is to elevate when you don’t have the same privileges as other people. That song embodies me and the message I want to promote as an artist.
What inspires you to create music? Are you influenced by your Nigerian background and music?
My love and passion for music is what inspires me, I truly love doing it so I’m always trying to create the best music I can make. I definitely would love to collaborate with a Nigerian artist or make a song that pays homage to my Nigerian heritage, it will happen soon.
Tell us about the 'Power' single. Who produced it and how did it come together?
Power is a disco inspired song produced by Turreekk. The writing process for the song was challenging, I wrote six different versions of that song until the final version that you all will hear. I miss those classic disco/dance anthems like “I Will Survive” and “A Night to Remember”; I wanted to create that energy again in 2016 so that’s how Power came to be.
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Edidion has the power and is ready to unleash it!
Popular unsigned RnB/Pop singer-songwriter Edidion plans to release his eagerly awaited new single titled “Power” on Friday, June 17th...
Popular unsigned singer-songwriter Edidion plans to release his eagerly awaited new single titled “Power” Friday June 17th, written by Edidion and produced by Turreekk who has worked on Empire (Fox Networks) and Khloe & Lamar (E! Entertainment). “Power” is about a person who no longer gives negative emotions the power to control how they view themselves and life in general.
Edidion is currently working on a follow up to his 2015 EP “Statistic”, the EP gained positive reviews from music critics and displayed Edidion’s depth as an artist. Edidion rapidly drew in loyal fans and support from music blogs. Edidion’s fan favorite “One Life” caught the attention of four-time GRAMMY nominated music pioneer and DJ, Steve “Silk” Hurley who commented “We think Edidion is one of the most talented and forward thinking artists of today and look forward to his future in music.” - Steve “Silk” Hurley & Shannon "DJ Skip" Syas (S&S Records).
Edidion has proven himself to be a genuine artist with mainstream appeal. To date he has amassed over 22,000 plays, views and downloads via YouTube and Soundcloud. The aforementioned “Statistic” EP was displayed on the iTunes homepage under ‘Top New Releases’, an incredible feat for an unsigned artist with no backing.
Originally born in London, UK with Nigerian and American roots, Edidion began his musical journey in 2010 and often credits Michael Jackson as his main influence.
Edidion is ready to set the world ablaze with his scorching hot new single “Power” available everywhere on June 17th 2016.