Well, my original name was L.O.N.G.S.H.O.T., and I was pretty well known for it, but amidst someone copyrighting it before me (which sucks because I was known all over the country and had 100's of songs all over the internet and underground radio), and getting ready to sign to a major label, I ended up changing it for something more subtle. Plus I felt like I outgrew that persona. But not to worry, my publishing is all under LONGSHOT music now!

All the time. Lyrics, Ca, China Beach, Fais Do Do, Ca, Cheers, Ca, Hall of Fame, Ca, and various other places. I LOVE PERFORMING LIVE! THAT'S WHAT IT'S ALL ABOUT! YOU CAN'T CAPTURE THAT ENERGY IN A STUDIO! Too many to mention, but probably one of my favorite's was while performing the crowd was screaming for me so loud that I couldn't her myself! And I'M LOUD!!

It doesn't change it, if anything it helps. It's free communication and an endless database of information on artists that people would probably never know existed. Some people can't afford to make demos (or really good ones at least), but that doesn't mean that they're not good artists. Sometimes it might be cheaper to IM someone instead of calling them long distance. Plus you can download maps for out of state shows, or get instrumentals for mixtapes. It in NO way hurts it. If songs are being downloaded, well, I'll put it like this....I'd rather have someone search for my songs (commercial and unreleased) for hours and burn them to a cd and show a friend than for them to not hear me at all.

That's the goal.....if the situation is right, I'd probably sign with an indie if they could back me and support my vision. But remember this, don't base your whole career on waiting for someone to sign you, 'cause that's the not the end of your problems. You still have a lot of work to do. The more you do yourself, the better off you are, but hey, it doesn't hurt to have some backing, even if you have to pay it back.

D'zyl, bka as Daniel Fromm, was always gifted with the gift of gab. He won numerous awards all throughout school, including scholarships. He was always into music, and so when the time came he put his gift of gab and writing together and starting writing rhymes. He quickly outgrew everyone he knew and kept developing more and more that he could put to his style. He did every talent show/showcase imagineable, and was invited to be a part of a talent show compilation cd for his school district, making him their first rapper to be on a talent show compilation cd (and it was also his first cd track). Eventually he got into the "adult" circuit and did shows everywhere imaginable, too many to name. He has done songs with every genre of artists, has met a lot of famous people who have given him respect, and has received praised from even HIS idols. Despite his stolen childhood and sheltered life, he still managed to block out depression and channel his pain into positive energy. Everytime he went through something horrendous, he somehow pulled through and searched for better days. He has started over so many times, that it seemed at time he has tried to rebuild his empire with worn out tools, but alas, he still remained strong and continue to conquer all and excel his limit everytime he touched a pen or a mic. He was not alone in this however. He met numerous people along his journey. Including his first group with Flex, Super Lou, Manson, and Schitzo, to his future business partner and lifelong friend Bishop, then to Sunny Phoenix, before finally going solo. During his adventure he met like minded artists who formed a crew called Uproar, which consisted of D'zyl, Bishop, D'lemm-Uh, Hypnotik, Teflon, Sunny Phoenix, Stranger TIM, Nicky Kiv, and later joined by DJ Sir Nose. Although some members left, the unity remained whole. He got numerous offers and deals, and even though some were ruined by others or if was a case of bad timing, either way, it has made him stronger and now he is fully aware of what needs to be done, and more importantly, he's more aware of himself. He once again felt downtrodden and began to make very sad, depressing songs, generally not made by rap artists. But amidst the despair, he continues to make music until the right one comes along. Comfortable with the way life has taught him numerous lessons, he tries to make sure each song is something memorable. He doesn't try to make a certain type of song, he just focuses on making a good song and whatever happens happens. A lot older and wiser now than when he started, this man promises to be something you'll never forget.

Chino Xl, Tech N9ne, STP, NIN, EWF, Digital Underground, Bone, White Zombie, Gorillaz, Run DMC, Kane, Big Pun, G Rap, Crooked I, Lord Have Mercy (all the people I wanted to be, lol).

My bed.

Won't comment on the mic, DJX, Roland, Triton, Acid 4.0, Cakewalk, Protools (rarely), Cool Edit.

If you love good music that can make you laugh and cry, then check out this artist! He is definitely a breath of fresh air from the armpit of Southern California.