The Westleaf
What's up Leafers? Welcome to the latest edition of On the Rise where we interview upcoming hip hop talent. Today's guest is experimental producer, Alex Lane. Alex is straight out of Detroit, Michigan. His style is experimental and reminiscent of Flying Lotus or Igloo Ghost. Alex has been making music since he was thirteen, and his experience shows in the uniqueness of his sound. But enough from us, we caught up with Alex to discuss his life and musical origins. Check out the interview below.
Westleaf Staff: What's up, Alex! Nice to meet you! When did you start making music?
Alex Lane: When I was 13. Mainly making noise tapes and sometimes instrumentals for really shitty artists.
Westleaf Staff: Nice. What city do you represent?
Alex Lane: Detroit, MI.
Westleaf Staff: Dope! Detroit stand up! So how did you create your stage name?
Alex Lane: Alejandro Nicholas Diaz-Voysest is too long, idk where Lane came from
but it works!
Westleaf Staff: Nice. How did your early life shape your interest in music?
Alex Lane: I spent a long time in psych wards and jails as a youth. Most of the ideas I use today came from me trying to figure this bullshit out at 12-14.
Westleaf Staff: That's cool. Seems like you were super inquisitive about things. Salute to you! So who is your biggest Musical influence?
Alex Lane: Brainiac, Enon, Beastie Boys, Chrome, VU, Zappa Etc...
Westleaf Staff: Nice. Those are some legends! Next question! What's been the defining moment in your music career thus far?
Alex Lane: Still waiting for one it seems.
Westleaf Staff: Dope. It's coming for sure.
So what makes you a unique producer?
Alex Lane: Alejandro Voysest was born unique. Some say I'm a genius, and others say I'm out of my mind.
Both are pretty cool though...
Westleaf Staff: Your sound is definitely unique! The individuality is dope. So what does art mean to you?
Alex Lane: Me.
Westleaf Staff: Ha! Nice. Where do you see your music career going over the next few years?
Alex Lane: I will be Prince.
Westleaf Staff: Big goals for sure. I see the vision! Before we go, describe music in three words.
Alex Lane: Oscillations, Feelings, Makes me money....
Follow Alex Lane:
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBO3h5qrdDfWsyLUeM85lVg/videos
Website: killingmodern.com
