Artist Interview - JayeFunk

Artist Interview - jayefunk

9/18/2020

Asian Age Magazine describes him as:

"Foo Jian Chuan popularly known as Jayefunk is a phenomenal musician hailing from Singapore. Music has been his favourite hobby since his childhood. He has built his own business since he was 15. He began to earn money by playing a DJ for private parties. Later he produced his first album at the age of 16. As of today, he has performed on stage at many international events like the Singapore Night Festival, Singapore Writers Festival and the Starbucks Tour. Apart from this, he has also been DJing in a X-Factor finalist group. His songs have featured on a MTV, Apple Music, Spotify Viral 50 Charts and many other international playlists."

We had the honor to have him for an interview. Please Enjoy.

When and why did you start playing/creating music?
jaye: I started playing the drums when I was 10 because I felt like I could express myself on it.

What are your main impulses to write about music?
jaye: Personal struggles.

Which famous musicians do you admire? Why?
jaye: Pharrell Williams, Gorillaz

What are your fondest musical memories?
jaye: Watching The Red Hot Chili Peppers live. Also, as a kid when I used to tune in to MTV to catch Eminem’s latest music video.

Were you influenced by old records & tapes? If so, which ones?
jaye:  Yes, especially old skool hip-hop records such as Jurassic 5, The Beastie Boys and The Pharcyde. I also enjoyed jazz records such as Chet Baker, Louis Armstrong and Frank Sinatra.

What advice would you give to beginners in music industry?
jaye:  Make honest music and embrace your weird.

What makes a good studio session?
jaye:  A studio session that makes you feel good.

We know besides creating music, you are
jaye:  handling various music related businesses too. How do you balance your music with other obligations?
Automation. Create systems where programs and people can run the business for you.

How do you feel about the internet in the music business?
jaye:  I love that music is now more accessible than ever, but it’s very hard to earn via streaming.

What is your biggest challenge as a solo artist?
jaye:  Making decisions.

Is there anyone you'd like to acknowledge for offering financial or emotional support?
jaye:  My close friends and family.

Had you ever faced rejection from the public? If so, how did you deal with it?
jaye:  I have not, thankfully.

What was the worst and the best comments you have ever received about your music?
jaye:  The best was when someone said that my music was what kept him alive. As for worst, I’ve erased those from my memory.

What is the weirdest or funniest question you’ve ever been asked?
jaye:  I have been asked one too many times if I was a male or female.

Which one of your songs you feel is your best one so far? Why?
jaye:  ADHD, because of its unique 4-in-1 song concept.

About ADHD, it has a very interesting, interactive music video. Can you tell us more about it? Where the idea came from? What were the challenges in making the music video?
jaye:  Glad you like it. It is basically a music video where you get to choose which paths you want me to take. I was inspired by Netflix’s Bandersnatch. It was smooth process!

Which musician/band would you like to collaborate with?
jaye: I would like to collaborate with Gorillaz.

Although you’re married, but let’s say if you could date any musician, who would be it be? Why?
jaye: I would date myself! Because I think it would be very interesting to bounce ideas with.

If you could give only one message to followers of your music, what would it be?
jaye: Express yourself.

Any last words?
jaye: Don’t take life so seriously, Please.