Mariah J’s Super, Soulful, Sexy Story - Interview w/ Greg Simms Jr.
“Dayton keeps producing musical talent. You can pretty much count on it, like the changing of the seasons. This little region of ours keeps churning out potential stars. The newest hopeful contender is singer Mariah J.”
Interviewed by WYSO’s contributing writer, Greg Simms Jr., Mariah J speaks to what her debut album, Unfolding, is all about.
Listen to WYSO intern, Selah Griffin, talk to Mariah J about her new album "Unfolding."
It's really all about me exposing myself honestly... exposing my heart, exposing real life experiences and challenges that I've gone through... exposing lessons from those challenges...
“This episode keeps us in the Gem City. Mariah J is my guest. She's a singer/songwriter, poet, dancer, artist disruptor, cultural strategist and overall creative being who has just released an album titled Unfolding. How did Mariah learn how to sing? How long did it take her to make this album? How does she know when a song is done? What's the first tool she reaches for when it's time to write songs? What did her childhood smell like. You'll get all of these answers and more in our conversation.” Mike Bankhead
“In this conversation with Kaleidoscope host Juliet Fromholt, Mariah J talks about reconnecting with her art, the process of creating "Inheritance," listening to one's elders, and more.”
“She’s a poet, singer-songwriter — she makes all kinds of amazing content on Instagram…We talked about if she would ever go to a label and she gave a great detailed explanation about how she views artistry…”
“How do you practice self love and rejuvenation? I dance like no one is watching! All around my living room and kitchen lol It helps release anxiety and moves stagnant energy…”
“Mariah is one of my personal faves. She's got a soulful, Erykah Badu style that I'm simply addicted to.”