{"id":10066,"date":"2022-10-18T12:32:20","date_gmt":"2022-10-18T12:32:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mogulmagazine.co.uk\/?p=10066"},"modified":"2022-10-19T14:24:53","modified_gmt":"2022-10-19T14:24:53","slug":"bad-stallion-taking-dancehall-to-new-heights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mogulmagazine.co.uk\/index.php\/2022\/10\/18\/bad-stallion-taking-dancehall-to-new-heights\/","title":{"rendered":"BAD STALLION: Taking Her Music To New Heights (Exclusive Interview)"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>When you think of Dancehall females, naturally, you think of Spice, Shenseea, Lady Saw, Patra, and more.<\/h3>\n<p>Bad Stallion is a UK-based Dancehall artist with lyrics that will run circles around some of the most seasoned male MCs. Bad Stallion is raw and fierce and has a stage presence that demands attention and respect. With her latest three singles capturing the ears of legends, we were excited to speak with the fearless artist about life lessons, new music, her fanbase and more.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What inspired you to become an artist?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">My father was an artist, so naturally, music is in my blood. I have always loved music from a very tender age.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Can you tell us about your new single, RUN LIKE WATA?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">RUN LIKE WATA is a song expressing my talent and my unstoppable ability. It is also a song encouraging people to go for their dreams no matter what.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"Bad Stallion - Run Like Wata (Freestyle)\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7Laymj2EDwk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You are lyrical and versatile. Can you share two facts about BAD STALLION that makes you fearless?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Growing up, I was always on the run. I taught myself to be fearless as the streets are not easy to navigate, especially for a young girl trying to find her place in the world. Also, my desire to reach my destination makes me fearless only the real can relate.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Growing up, who were your idols in music?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">My idols were Lady Saw, Sister Charmaine, Sister Nancy Tiger, Beenie Man, Bounty Killer &amp; Ninja Man.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What changes would you like to see in the UK&#8217;s dancehall scene?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">UK dancehall needs to stop running on a friendship thing and focus on real talent. The females also need better support from the males in the industry. There is enough space for us all to shine. Also, we need more music and promotional platforms, production, and, most importantly, airplay.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Is there anyone you would like to collaborate with?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">King Aggi, Lincoln3dot and Xilent. These three individuals are incredibly talented. We would make magic together.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"Bad Stallion - Lick Shot (Freestyle)\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/S8ya5E9_HPI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What has been the best performance of your career so far?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Each time I perform, I get better and better. I would have to say my last performance in Luton supporting Jamaican artist Jahvinci. I shelled down the place and reminded myself and, more importantly, dancehall music lovers that I got what it takes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Can you share three important lessons you learned about the music business?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Most of these artists are not your friends. Lots of leach in the business<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It is crucial to have a solid and supportive team behind you 150 percent.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"Bad Stallion \u2013 Kotch It (Music Video)\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IpAZTIycSYQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You have a dedicated fanbase online. Why do you think your fans gravitate to you?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">My fans love that I am consistent, I always have something to offer, and I&#8217;m not only a raw DJ; I speak about real-life issues, issues my supporters can relate to.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What message do you have for your fans?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Mi nah stop drop di bomb, till mi have mi own stage show and it ram&#8230;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Where can we find you online?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ladystallion9\/?hl=en\">@Ladystallion9<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">I&#8217;m on YouTube, SoundCloud, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Tiktok and ditto. Bad. Stallion is everywhere&#8230;Mek sure you lock in!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mogulmagazine.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Facetune_13-08-2022-14-21-19-scaled.jpg\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-10072 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/mogulmagazine.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Facetune_13-08-2022-14-21-19-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"545\" height=\"727\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mogulmagazine.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Facetune_13-08-2022-14-21-19-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/mogulmagazine.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Facetune_13-08-2022-14-21-19-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mogulmagazine.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Facetune_13-08-2022-14-21-19-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/mogulmagazine.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Facetune_13-08-2022-14-21-19-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mogulmagazine.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Facetune_13-08-2022-14-21-19-1024x1365.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mogulmagazine.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Facetune_13-08-2022-14-21-19-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 545px) 100vw, 545px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you think of Dancehall females, naturally, you think of Spice, Shenseea, Lady Saw, Patra, and more. 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