FM:to get a feel for who you really are lets start with your background, where you are from, what experiences you had that brought you to this point in life, along with your age and name you would prefer to be called.
zH:Dominique “zHundred” Davis
Song Writer/Artist
Born in Monterey Bay, California, Dominique “zHundred” Davis immediately became immersed into a well diverse environment due to him being the son of U.S. Military workers, Darren and Debbie Davis and traveling the world. Davis embraced varieties of different cultures while gaining a creative mindset which he later infused into art and music. Davis’s first inquiry of music began during the summer of 2008 after recording himself on his brother, LaDarius “Kayez” Thomas’s equipment. Surprised by the results, several family and friends instantly began to support Davis, which is when Davis discovered his niche in life.
With the support and backing from his family and friends, Davis began his journey to pursuing his career in music during his undergraduate years at Georgia Southern University. While obtaining a Bachelor’s of Science in Chemistry Davis met Lewis “Slimm Duddy” Price, song writer and artist, and they began to collaborate on different songs creating a concoction of songs that became known as the “Sex and Roses” mixtape. Still trying to find himself in music Davis came across K. Dawson, engineer/producer, which not only evolved into a good friendship but a great business relationship. Tyreal Lewis from Real Streetz Promotions and Major7 are also musical pioneers that have had a hand in helping to develop Davis as an artist and his project. Another major player in creating this soon-to-been highly esteemed artist is L.A. The Boom Man, who has done extensive work in guiding Davis as an artist as well as marketing and promoting him. With a mixtape under his belt, an engineer that helped Davis discover and fine tune his musical sound, collaborations with musical trailblazers, and an industry mentor, zHundred was born and Davis’s career began to take off.
Now approaching several years of experience Davis has developed a unique writing and singing style amplifying his potential to be named amongst the best. He is establishing himself as a song writer first, then an artist. Unlike most artists, Davis has written and recorded R&B, pop, inspirational, and alternative records but chooses not to be placed in one genre of music, “I would prefer not to be categorized into any specific genre as it would limit me from the creative freedom to do what I want artistically.” Davis’s ultimate goal as a song writer/artist is not only to provide the public ear with something creative, distinct, and unique but to help those in need. He hopes to do this through the implementation of programs aimed at the youth and those in rehabilitation. “I love making music. It’s my niche and I can do it all day, but my purpose in becoming successful is to help those who can’t help themselves-or just need that extra push.”
If you’re looking for Davis now, you can find him either at Georgia Southern University working hard on his studies or in Atlanta at the studio working even harder with super producers such as KEONTHETRACK (known for beats behind hit records like “Swag Surfin” and “All The Way Turnt Up”), as well as other local Atlanta artists to create a solid resume of unique sounds. So when that opportunity presents itself he can take full advantage of it and spread his unique, “game changing” music to the rest of the world.
FM:Branding is so important these days discuss who you are as an artist and as a person in general, how do you want to appeal to the public?
zH:I want to appeal as "the guy next door". I want to appear normal while making abnormal music. Often times artist get caught up in the "image" they are trying to portray, but i just rather focus on making good music.
FM:What artist if any do you feel have shaped your musical style?
zH:Well i pull ideas from all types of artist. There are a few that i enjoy listening to the most. They include but are not limited to: Joe, Kanye West, John Legend, Usher etc.
FM:Who have you worked with in the industry name all you can think of, and who are you interested in working with?
zH:I've worked with mostly Atlanta artist (LA da Boomman, F.LY., Lewis Price to name a few). Those of which im interested in working with are individuals with distinct talent and whom i can learn from in a music sense: I'm always studying other artist, its how i get better and remain competitive.
FM:Where can we get your music and discuss the projects you currently have out and what can we expect from you moving forward, do you think you will be experimenting with an other genres?
zH:My website as well as twitter is a great way to keep up with what im doing. { www.zHundred.com & www.twitter.com/zHundred }. And yes i will be experimenting with other genres. I try not to put myself as an artist in any category. I just make music; so if i decide to make a rap, country or rock song, id like to have the creative freedom to do so.Link: Are You Ready by zHundred : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C4bv20t5TMo&feature=youtu.be
FM:Longevity in entertainment what do you think it takes to have it?
zH:A Dedicated, well constructed, educated, and energetic TEAM!!!
FM:What songs can't you live without?
zH: MINE! :-)
FM:What things can't you live without?
zH:The three F's: Friends, Family and a Future
FM:Personal style who are you rocking and what designers you may not be feeling as much
zH:I dont get into brand names. I could be caught wearing all types of brands from Marc Jacobs, to Hundreds or even a simple vintage shirt i found at a local GoodWill
FM:When you aren't focused on your music how you spend your time?
zH:Working on a second degree on a masters level. I Currently have a bachelors degree in Chemistry and will complete my Masters of Science in Applied Engineering (Engineering Management Concentration) degree this year. I also spend time with friends which almost ALWAYS leads to a crazy time.
zH:Dominique “zHundred” Davis
Song Writer/Artist
Born in Monterey Bay, California, Dominique “zHundred” Davis immediately became immersed into a well diverse environment due to him being the son of U.S. Military workers, Darren and Debbie Davis and traveling the world. Davis embraced varieties of different cultures while gaining a creative mindset which he later infused into art and music. Davis’s first inquiry of music began during the summer of 2008 after recording himself on his brother, LaDarius “Kayez” Thomas’s equipment. Surprised by the results, several family and friends instantly began to support Davis, which is when Davis discovered his niche in life.
With the support and backing from his family and friends, Davis began his journey to pursuing his career in music during his undergraduate years at Georgia Southern University. While obtaining a Bachelor’s of Science in Chemistry Davis met Lewis “Slimm Duddy” Price, song writer and artist, and they began to collaborate on different songs creating a concoction of songs that became known as the “Sex and Roses” mixtape. Still trying to find himself in music Davis came across K. Dawson, engineer/producer, which not only evolved into a good friendship but a great business relationship. Tyreal Lewis from Real Streetz Promotions and Major7 are also musical pioneers that have had a hand in helping to develop Davis as an artist and his project. Another major player in creating this soon-to-been highly esteemed artist is L.A. The Boom Man, who has done extensive work in guiding Davis as an artist as well as marketing and promoting him. With a mixtape under his belt, an engineer that helped Davis discover and fine tune his musical sound, collaborations with musical trailblazers, and an industry mentor, zHundred was born and Davis’s career began to take off.
Now approaching several years of experience Davis has developed a unique writing and singing style amplifying his potential to be named amongst the best. He is establishing himself as a song writer first, then an artist. Unlike most artists, Davis has written and recorded R&B, pop, inspirational, and alternative records but chooses not to be placed in one genre of music, “I would prefer not to be categorized into any specific genre as it would limit me from the creative freedom to do what I want artistically.” Davis’s ultimate goal as a song writer/artist is not only to provide the public ear with something creative, distinct, and unique but to help those in need. He hopes to do this through the implementation of programs aimed at the youth and those in rehabilitation. “I love making music. It’s my niche and I can do it all day, but my purpose in becoming successful is to help those who can’t help themselves-or just need that extra push.”
If you’re looking for Davis now, you can find him either at Georgia Southern University working hard on his studies or in Atlanta at the studio working even harder with super producers such as KEONTHETRACK (known for beats behind hit records like “Swag Surfin” and “All The Way Turnt Up”), as well as other local Atlanta artists to create a solid resume of unique sounds. So when that opportunity presents itself he can take full advantage of it and spread his unique, “game changing” music to the rest of the world.
FM:Branding is so important these days discuss who you are as an artist and as a person in general, how do you want to appeal to the public?
zH:I want to appeal as "the guy next door". I want to appear normal while making abnormal music. Often times artist get caught up in the "image" they are trying to portray, but i just rather focus on making good music.
FM:What artist if any do you feel have shaped your musical style?
zH:Well i pull ideas from all types of artist. There are a few that i enjoy listening to the most. They include but are not limited to: Joe, Kanye West, John Legend, Usher etc.
FM:Who have you worked with in the industry name all you can think of, and who are you interested in working with?
zH:I've worked with mostly Atlanta artist (LA da Boomman, F.LY., Lewis Price to name a few). Those of which im interested in working with are individuals with distinct talent and whom i can learn from in a music sense: I'm always studying other artist, its how i get better and remain competitive.
FM:Where can we get your music and discuss the projects you currently have out and what can we expect from you moving forward, do you think you will be experimenting with an other genres?
zH:My website as well as twitter is a great way to keep up with what im doing. { www.zHundred.com & www.twitter.com/zHundred }. And yes i will be experimenting with other genres. I try not to put myself as an artist in any category. I just make music; so if i decide to make a rap, country or rock song, id like to have the creative freedom to do so.Link: Are You Ready by zHundred : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C4bv20t5TMo&feature=youtu.be
FM:Longevity in entertainment what do you think it takes to have it?
zH:A Dedicated, well constructed, educated, and energetic TEAM!!!
FM:What songs can't you live without?
zH: MINE! :-)
FM:What things can't you live without?
zH:The three F's: Friends, Family and a Future
FM:Personal style who are you rocking and what designers you may not be feeling as much
zH:I dont get into brand names. I could be caught wearing all types of brands from Marc Jacobs, to Hundreds or even a simple vintage shirt i found at a local GoodWill
FM:When you aren't focused on your music how you spend your time?
zH:Working on a second degree on a masters level. I Currently have a bachelors degree in Chemistry and will complete my Masters of Science in Applied Engineering (Engineering Management Concentration) degree this year. I also spend time with friends which almost ALWAYS leads to a crazy time.
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