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Jojo Amato, bass player and producer from Italy, today we have the chance to Interview and let to know better! Lay down, press play and keep reading..
Where are you from?
I am Italian and the singer Aila with whom I collaborate is from New York.
Who are your biggest artistic influences?
Jamiroquai, James Brown, Michael Jackson, Chaka Khan
Tell me about how your creation part begins, and how is your workflow.
It starts with a melody running through my mind, at which point I record it as a voice note on my smartphone so I don’t forget it. On this melody I build chords, then a rhythm and a bass line. Later I add other details such as guitars, piano, and various synths. After I have an instrumental base I send it to Aila who will create lyrics and a vocal line. Last if I need a solo instrument I involve an artist from somewhere in the world
Where do you find inspiration?
I find it while I am riding my bicycle, or while I am at places like deserted beaches where the only sounds I hear are the sea, the wind, and a few seagulls.
When is your favorite time of day to create your music?
In the morning and afternoon
Describe how art is essential to society nowadays
I think it’s really important, because by creating art, we motivate ourselves, and those who follow us. Art is a cleanser that cleanses minds of negative vibrations, creating a new fertile ground so that we can sow only positive energies.
What motivates you to create?
My motivation is to make the ideas in my mind concrete so that everyone can access what I have to express.
How do you define success as a music artist?
Success is creating something that gives excitement to as many people as possible
Does art help you in other areas of your life?
It is good for my physical and mental health and allows me to relate to many interesting people scattered around the world
How do you develop your art skills?
Simply by constantly creating
What is your next move?
Creating new music and videos for different projects and doing live concerts
Where will we see you in 5 years?
I’ll definitely be in my studio and on some stage telling about myself and something else that interests me
