MSM entertainment ONE ON ONE WITH UP AND COMING MUSIC ARTIST V VEGA ERONICA Photography by IMANI OGDEN Hair by ESTHER JIMENEZ MSM: At what age did you start singing? I’ve been singing since I was about 3-4 years old but I started professionally doing it at the age of 13. experience as well because I got to see the way he works as well as his attack on records and approach in business which is quite impressive. MSM: What artists inspired you to start singing? I’m inspired by many artists not just one or two. Culture really intrigues me so any artist that offers talent and cul- ture is inspiring. MSM: How would you describe your style of music? I would describe my style of music as a blend of cultures. Its a fusion of sounds and melodies found in different genres of music. I’ve mixed tropical music with hip-hop, dance, and reggae. It’s untapped so it’s refreshing. But a per- son who probably couldn’t describe it would say its pop music. MSM: Pitbull is like family to you. How did you meet and what important role does he play presently in your life? I met Pitbull when I was 15 years old through doing music and recording in the studio. Pitbull and I have an awe- some working relationship. He and I come from the same background as we are first generation Americans with Latin parents. He sees a lot of himself in me as I do in him. That makes our con- nection strong. MSM: Tell us what it was like to have Pitbull collaborate on your recent single “Wicked”? Collaborating with Pitbull on Wicked is of course nothing but an honor and a blessing. For me it was a great learning MSM: What is your next single? Album? is it in Spanish or English? When is it slated to be released? My next single will be an- nounced very soon. Current- ly I’m recording a few more records for my album both in English and Span- ish and collaborating with producers and artists from around the world. Greatness takes time! ;)