Vantage Series with 121Josh, Nazaré/Lisbon
We caught up with 121Josh, a Lisbon based producer to get some insight into his life outside the studio; in other words, we wanted to get 121Josh's vantage point regarding life in Lisbon and his hometown Nazaré.
121Josh is a Lisbon based producer who is originally from Nazaré, Portugal. His production is influenced by genres such as Hip-Hop, Trap, Chillstep, Fado, Soul, Funk, Country, Blues, Jazz, and more. We caught up with 121Josh to get some insight into his life outside the studio; in other words, we wanted to get 121Josh's vantage point regarding life in Lisbon and his hometown Nazaré.
When you are not in the studio producing and recording, what do you like to do for fun?
When I'm not on studio I'm training or with my friends (family); that's what i like to do.
Are there any places you like to go to relax and get away from bustle of the city?
Yes, in my hometown we have the beach called "Praia do Norte" where the biggest wave on the world was surfed, and all around my hometown (Nazaré), it is quiet and relaxing.
Do you have a favorite restaurant in Lisbon?
In Lisbon not yet, but in my hometown I got the restaurant "Ma'ruim" and a little outside from my hometown I got the "Solar Dos Amigos". Those are my fav ones, because they are really traditional.
Where's your favorite place to travel?
Right now I don't have a favorite place to travel, because i want to travel more and more to find my favorite place. I already traveled all around Europe, and i can say that I have been in amazing places with amazing people all around.
Where are three places every visitor to Lisbon should go to?
I would say, "Parque das Nações", "Belem Tower" and the centre of the city.
Do you have a favorite Lisbon nightspot?
Right now no, but I got few spots that i like.
Does the city of Lisbon itself influence your production and spark your creativity at all?
Of course it does; my roots, my routine, everything I see, I saw, I live, I lived, will influence everything I produce.
How would you describe your personal style?
My personal style? "Hustler"! I would say that I am a creative person, who always tries to get ahead at any cost.
Vantage Series with Calte Jones, London
Calte Jones is a South London based Pop/Neo Soul singer-songwriter whose music influences include Banks, Adele, and Jessie Ware. We caught up...
Calte Jones is a South London based Pop/Neo Soul singer-songwriter whose music influences include Banks, Adele, and Jessie Ware. We caught up with Calte to find out more about her off the stage and outside the studio; in other words, we wanted to get Calte's vantage point regarding life in London.
What's your favorite restaurant in London?
I have many! But I would have to say Pizza East (part of the Soho House Group) for great food guaranteed and atmosphere.
Where's one place a visitor to London should go?
To the Tate Modern on the Southbank, the scale is huge! And the exhibitions that take place are always fascinating
How would you describe your personal style?
Go with the flow - inspired by chill/yoga clothes, hip hop and hippies! Am loving the new 90's style Guess x A$AP Rocky Collection! It has a cool 'Saved By The Bell' feel
Do you have a place to relax and to get away from the bustle of the city?
Yes! Kensington Gardens is a beautiful park to wander around, come rain or shine it always has a sense of calm and chill
Where's your favorite place to travel?
Ibiza and Los Angeles are my 2 favorite places that I feel most at home, when away from home!
Do you have a favorite London nightspot?
Notting Hill Arts Club is definitely up there and Sketch is also always a good night out.
Where is your favorite place to shop before a night out on the town?
Selfridges when feeling flush :) or Zara when I want that high-end style and quality at a good price.
Would you say that the diversity of cultures in London drives your creativity as a songwriter?
Definitely, there's so many different influences in London; cultures, clothing styles, music styles, food, there's constant inspiration all around
What is favorite thing to do when you are not performing or recording in the studio?
Chilling with my Husband (I got married this year:) catching up with good friends and hanging out with my family.