HMI Artists Share Their Favorite Holiday Songs
STORY BY: WIKIMIZIK • DEC 25TH, 2016
Nothing gets us in the spirit like holiday music. That got us wondering what jams and traditions make our artists merry. So we asked.
"Power Surge"
He needs no introduction. Your hips are definitely familiar with his grooves. Favorite Christmas song Nwèl La by Frap La. Not because I made it, but because I actually really enjoyed making that song and have great memories from that and shooting the video. Another song would be "Rockin Around The Christmas Tree" by Brenda Lee. And of course all the Frank Sinatra classics. Favorite holiday memory 2014. Celebrating my first Christmas with my son. Favorite holiday tradition Eating soup joumou on January 1st.
Five Diaspora Winter Anthems
A few weeks ago, all 50 states reached freezing temperatures. The Polar vortex may be gone, but most of us still can't feel our toes. Since humans can't hibernate, staying in and hunkering down is only a temporary fix. Plus, we have to brave the cold to pay those bills. Good thing, we have music to warm...
Songwriter's Corner: J-Ron
Ever since he dropped All I Want is You, Ronald "J-Ron" Jean, has been working hard mastering his unique blend of RnB infused Konpa and Zouk. And he sure has perfected it. Song after song, he drops silky vocals over buttery smooth tracks. We talked to the singer-songwriter about his writing, influences...