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Artist of the Month January 2009

Posted by Musiq World Order on January 2, 2009 at 10:27 AM

CasaKnova

Real Name: RushDee Williams
Hometown: Saginaw, Michigan


Ok… so now we’re going to get a little bit personal by asking you what do you like to do in your free time?

Well in my free time as far as the family aspect I'm a family man. I have two kids,  that I love with all my heart that I try my best to be there for. And on the other note I'm always looking for more entertainment ventures.

What made you want to become a musician? Where did you get your start in the industry?

Well I knew I wanted to pursue my interest in the music industry when I met a friend and partner of mine named Capacity, it was then I realized rap was more than a dream. To see someone else as hungry as I was and ambitious as I was I knew God was sending me a message. Besides it would just be selfish, ungrateful, and stupid for me not to use all this raw talent God gave me, most dudes can't even tie they shoes and chew bubble gum lol. I got my first start in the music industry when I was maybe 15 when I bought an old computer mic and would sit in my dining room recording songs.

What is your music background?

To be honest I really don't know where the name CasaKnova came from I guess I just liked it then found out the meaning and that wasn't the message I was trying to send out but I was already attached to the name.


Who are your influences? Who were some of your inspirations growing up?

Growing up I was always inspired by my father. I know that's a very common answer but I don't wanna try to be so original that I lie*. *My dad has had a very rough life and I can't remember one time where I've seen him give up or even lose belief in whatever he believes in*. My mother still inspires me to this day because now that im a parent I understand a lot that she did, like the times we didn't have a place to sleep but my mom made sure me and my little sister had a warm place to sleep or a hot meal whether it was ramon noodles and hot dogs or grits and eggs. I now see that its hard work and for you to make it happen anyways even when its hard shows a lot.

What do you consider to be your greatest asset to this music industry?

My greatest asset to the game would have to be the leadership quality I have and the ability to inspire others. Especially the generation I represent, im living in the time where we have a African-American President and as long as im in the publics eye my word whether good or bad has an effect on people so as long as I can teach or spread the word of not only struggle but benefits of believing and overcoming that is the greatest asset anybody can bring whether I see a change or not. Martin Luther King Jr spoke about change that didn't take effect until 2008 so what does that tell you.

What do you feel you have to bring to the music world?

I bring a sense of style, swag, and a fresh face to the music world along with my hot ass rhymes lol.

 Are you looking for an independent label deal or a major label deal?

I guess you can say im looking for both in a sense because im running an independent label that I would like to turn major. I feel that im more of a leader so why be a soldier in someone elses camp when you can be the general in your own.

Are you a part of any music label, if so which one(s)?

Yes im part of an indie label Blueprint Ent.

How do you feel about the competition out there right now?

Well if I was thinking about them that would mean I feel threatened right? I feel like no man can be better than me at what I do than me and if everyone smart they'll stick to what they do so they can be the best at something. Competition is someone that can actually compete with you right? *No competition, nothing to think about*.

What personality do you want to display to fans through your music?

Humble, fly, easy to relate too, little cockiness, and understanding.


 If you had to say one of each what would be your strength in music, and what would be your weakness?

My strength would be how influencing I find myself to be sometimes, and my weakness would have to be me not wanting people to take the negative and interpret it as the right thing to do.

What would you say is your hottest song right now?

My hottest song right now would have to be "My Chips" I've been getting a very positive feedback on that song.

Describe your fan base. Who is your music meant for?

I can't really say who my music is meant for because im not consuming it. But I can say that I find most fans to be between the ages of 17 on up only because the content of my music is deep as far as lyrics.

Who would you most compare your style to?

I would compare my style to my enviroment because we all go through different things and we're all a product of our enviroment so who better to compare my style with than what I think is truely responsible for my style.

Who did you learn from the most?

I learned the most from my dad because he taught me everything I know about God and what more can you ask for? God is the best gift.

Do you write your own songs?

Without boasting I helped myself out the most as an artist because like they say you can take a horse to the lake but you can't make him drink. So me and my peers.

What are your songs about?

Yes I write everything from the first letter to the last lol.

How do you describe your music to people?

My songs are about just about anything anyone can relate too, aren't we all human haha.

What image do you think your music conveys?

I would describe my music as self coincious. Im not really into all the hype crunk bang bang shoot em up dance type of music.

What are your immediate music career goals?

My immediate music goals would have to be introduce myself and establish myself as a strong presence artist. I also wanna start new ventures and open more venues.

What are your long-term career goals?

Long term career goals would have to be sell millions of albums and retire at the top of my game while keeping a positive image along with a few more ideas that I don't wanna let out the bag just yet.

How would you define the word “success”?

To me the definition of success is 10 percent inspiration and 90 percent perspiration.

Have you had any radio play?

Due to the rules and regulation, NO.


What were you doing when you first heard your single on the radio?

N/A

How long did you, or have you been working on your album?

I haven't officially started working on my album yet but I have a lot of material that im considering for the cut.

What’s the title of the album or what is it gonna be?

Im unsure of the name of my album but im leaning towards "A Hustlers Poster Child".

Do you have a demo or press kit, or any other promotional materials?

I've started working on a presskit and demo but im not done yet.

Tell us a little bit about yourself…

Read answers 1-31 haha.

What type of music do you listen to? Who is on your iPod right now other than yourself?

Jay-Z, 50 cent, kanye west, capacity, ti, jadakiss, timberland, justin timberlake, keri hilson, etc.

Is there anything you’d like to tell the people before you go?

Thank you everyone for taking out the time to read this interview and please continue to support my music!

Myspace link or link to other music pages?

www.myspace.com/blueprintdynasty
Www.ourstage.com/casaknova

Shout Outs!

Shout outs to everyone who has supported me.

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