This morning singer/song-writer/producer JAICKO hit the television screens of the Caribbean for a live interview with Belle Holder on CBC‘s MID-MORNING MIX show.
The young star talked about his new music, what inspired him to cut his hair and what his new image means to him. He also spoke about what he plans to do in the near future.
Keep an eye out as we’ll have that footage for you to view shortly!
Here are some shots from the interview!
This summer, International artist, JAICKO visited MIX 96.9 FM Radio station in Barbados where he joined his cousin and up-and-coming artist, JONEAL to promote their new track “SUPERSTAR” and “ONE SHOT“.
The two artists talked about singing, working together, the struggles of balancing school with their music careers and much more!
Check it out below!
Here is a short exert from ZOIKS ONLINE‘s interview with JAICKO!
Q – In your bio you say that when you first grew out your hair you knew music would become your life. If Barbados was strict on dress code, why did you decide to grow your hair out?
A – My dad had long hair – I thought it was cool and I felt like it represented who I am. I didn’t want compromise myself and conform and therefore I stood my ground and was expelled.
Q – What was it about music that made you want to pursue it?
A – Music is my life. There was never a moment I decided to pursue it because for as long as I remember I was making music and then it became my career.
Q – Real quick, describe your music for those who know little about you?
A – Caribbean infused pop.
Q – Who were your influences in music?
A – Michael Jackson, Bob Marley, and Stevie Wonder – all time greatest!
Q – How do you go about incorporating influences in your work while at the same time maintaining individuality?
A – When I listen to my musical heroes they inspire ideas – I never set out to recreate what they did because it is untouchable.
Check out JAICKO’s interview on HOT 93.7 with DJ JENNY BOOM BOOM where he talks about his life back home in Barbados and his journey to becoming an international artist.
He also talks about his love for music and gives a little insight to what his album CAN I is all about!
Check it out!
JAICKO recently did an interview with CELEBRITY VIP LOUNGE where he talked about his performances in NEW YORK and gives a little insite into what his upcoming album titled ‘CAN I’ is all about.
He also discusses how RIHANNA, USHER, BOB MARLEY, SEAN PAUL and a few other artists have influenced him over the years.
JAICKO also touches a bit on his musical background and growing up around his dad who is also a musician.
Check it out!
