As it relates to R&B, Avie Sheck’s music is of the future, steeped in the dark rhythms and sonics of today, meticulously invented for a 21st century audience. Avie offers dramatic production alongside mesmerizing vocal creativity. His enthralling live shows, intimate songwriting, haunting voice, and diverse instrumentation make him an artist to watch closely. [Reference debut EP, “Chutney Chasers” and mixtape, “The Escapade”]
Sheck’s music also encompasses a world-reaching approach; from his Thai and Japanese upbringing – to the classical Indian music his mother taught him – to his discovery of Nu-Metal and RnB/Hip-Hop. Avie’s sounds flow freshly into today’s Alternative Pop and RnB music worlds.
Who inspired you to make music?
I have been doing music for as long as I can remember. My mother is a classical Indian musician and a huge fan of Michael Jackson so I drank the kool aid from the very beginning. My sister got me into Rnb.
How do you feel the Internet has impacted the music business?
I think it is amazing. There’s definitely more saturation but now everyone has a platform. You really do get to decide your own fate in the age of the internet.
Have you got a ritual of sorts when making music?
If I am recording – I like to eat an apple. I feel like it gets my voice in the right place. If I am writing or producing – I like to set up mood lighting. I think it’s so important to have the right vibe. As far as a ritual goes – I don’t really have anything – most of the time it’s spontaneous like I need to get something out of myself.
How would you describe your music?
Alternative Rnb, Dance, and hip hop with a salt bae amount of experimentation.
What’s next for you?
I’ve got some really exciting collaborations in the works. They will come out as singles but I am also working on a couple more visual albums – acoustic and more RnB. I want my music to come with unique visual art so I am studying film casually. Currently, I’m finishing up ‘On Directing Film’ by David Mamet and ‘The Artist’s Way’ by Julia Cameron. Always working to become a more liberated artist. Kaizen.
What are your top two favorite songs of all time? Why those songs?
Remember the time – Michael Jackson. This song is so nostalgic because my mom would play the music video all the time when I was a kid. It reminds me of careless times.
The Zone – Weeknd. This song is such a mood. It carried me through some of the most trying times in my life.
What was the last series you watched on TV?
Narcos. What a ride! Being so close to Mexico and having been caught in a cartel shootout I am fascinated by Narco trafficking.
What do you think the greatest invention has been?
The blender. I don’t know where I would be without my morning banana, spinach, and strawberry smoothie.
Do you have any lucky items, objects, or traditions?
I was given a stone heart from a mentor who passed away from Alzheimer’s. She was one of the first people that ever truly believed in me. I keep that stone close. RIP Yvonne Gentzler.
If you could ask your future self one question, what would it be?
Did you give it everything? Did you truly utilize all your potential?
If you had to describe yourself as a flavor, what would it be?
Sapodilla. They also make the best smoothies. 🙂