ntroducing Brittany Bosco from The Big Up!
The Big Up! is a group
of musical intellectuals who deem expression as something timeless and the base of art, music and design. Their desires combined, create an ambitious movement and ensure quality that is of the highest caliber.
of musical intellectuals who deem expression as something timeless and the base of art, music and design. Their desires combined, create an ambitious movement and ensure quality that is of the highest caliber.The Big Up! consists of Alex Goose (producer and designer), Branden Collins (art director and designer), Omar Ferrer (music director, producer and vocal arranger), Danny Swain (MC and producer), Lloyd Harold (MC and producer), Branden Collins (art director and designer) and Brittany Bosco (singer and songwriter).
The southern songstress, Brittany Bosco, has caught the ears of many. The Savannah, Ga. native’s music is influenced by the late 1930s, 40s and 50s. Her first release, City Of Nowhere EP, only created a buzz. But the second release, Spectrum 2.0, is a passive, but powerful blues-funk that opened doors for new fans. Melodies are comparable to blues with an updated feel of J*DaVeY and André 3000 (Outkast), with vocals like Musinah.
Bosco is on the come-up and is taking the risks her ancestors of music left behind–speaking from their heart, not mind. She’s breaking into the music world with an unexpected thrust, but it’s good. It’s obvious who influences her, with an excerpt of a Billie Holiday interview on “Billie’s Song.” The intro, “Welcome to Funkyolon,” on Spectrum 2.0 describes her distinct sound. Sit back and listen to “Blues for Blue,” as she reaches into her soul and takes you with her. As she prepares for her first album, BLACK, with an expected December release, listen to Spectrum 2.0 for free at http://brittanybosco.bandcamp.com/
With the release of Bosco’s music and the development of other artists, The Big Up! has a definite path and illuminating presence that allows the world to see. This generation of music is not ready for what they’re eager to bring, especially with Bosco. It’s something bona fide.
J’Adore Magazine was able to catch up with Bosco. Check out the interview below:
J’Adore Magazine: Did you grow up around music?
Brittany Bosco: Yes, I grew up in church and it branched off from there.
What was your first show? How did you feel on stage?
My very first show was Nov. 11 of 2006 in Savannah, Ga. I was doing something with my high school and it was my first independent show. I felt like I was living while on stage. I realized it was something I wanted to do for the rest of my life.
What was it like for you when you first stepped foot into a studio?
Of course, if you are used to performing on stages and in front of crowds before entering a studio, it becomes different. Most performers like the energy, the crowd and feed off it, but if it’s just you, somehow you find another form of energy and work with it. I had to get more comfortable being inside a studio. It was a little scary at first.
What motivated you to break into the music industry?
Um, I always wanted to sing. It was just a matter of time and transitioning. I was in school for fashion, of course I loved it, but music was my passion. I saw life as something more than just working a 9-5. What I did not like is that people tend to be okay with that. I said “enough of this” and decided I wanted to do music. Period.
How did you meet The Big Up!?
Well, we all went to school together. Alex Goose, I knew him through Lloyd Harold. Eventually, I met Brandon Collins my sophomore year of high school and it went from there.
Who are your influences?
My art. My flaws. Friends and family. Anything that intrigues an emotion. I do not like to get to caught up with people . They tend to categorize you with others, we are individuals. But some of my other influences include Nate King Cole, Ella Fitzgerald and all that kinda stuff. Mostly the 40s and 50s.
Who are you most compared to?
For right now in the stage of music, I am compared to Musinah, J*DaVeY, Little Dragon, who I actually have a show with on the Oct. 23. Some more comparisons are Kissy, Janelle Monae and André 3000. What I have heard is pretty much on the right track.
Why did you name the first album, Spectrum 2.0?
The first release of my music was City of Nowhere EP. I had no back, no management, no real body. I got a very small buzz. Spectrum 2.0 is a mixture of different sounds. I relate music and color, like the color spectrum. I named it Spectrum to the style of music. Just like colors, blue, red, violet; music has it too.Spectrum has a mix of blues, jazz, rock.
Will there be a new release coming soon?
Yes! I have an album, finally! I am naming it BLACK. It is supposed to come out in December, so I’m very excited.
Is the anything else you would like to add?
Just my creative collective The Big Up! It’s not all about people that are backing me. It’s not about just the music. We all vibe with each other, togetherness. It’s a great relationship to have.
I’ve noticed you have allowed your fans to download Spectrum 2.0. Do you think they are willing to pay for the album, BLACK ?
Well, people don’t really know about you like that when you first come out. So they aren’t gonna pay. We already have some following fans from the City of Nowhere, but the Spectrum 2.0 brought a whole, new crowd of people. So The Big Up! said, “ Lets push it, push it, push it.” And I will have my album, Black, on iTunes and people who support me will definitely buy it. Because I see it like this: I gave them a preview, this is Brittany Bosco. This a free preview at that and to know you are a true fan, you will pay and support my art.
Do you have any shows coming up soon? What cities haven’t you performed in?
I will be performing next in Australia, Germany, Paris and London. Nothing in the states till Black comes out. I want to build my foundation overseas, so I have a lot of support internationally. I have not been to Washington, D.C. yet or Philly, but I feel it is now necessary. I’ve been everywhere and I am glad I have fans who want to hear me.
INTERVIEWED BY IMANI POPE-JOHNS
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