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Hakeemah Jihad Guest Blogger

HJ: I love the Journey CD! My favorite songs are “Rock Star” and “One and Only!” What thoughts and emotions were put into this CD?

AE: Honestly, musically, my main focus was finding a flow.  Creatively, I feel like I was painting on an open canvas. It's my first full album, so my thoughts were to take one song at a time and do the best you can for each song.  Emotionally music can be a healer, reviver, and it can paint vivid pictures that only live in our mind.  The Journey CD embodies a pool of emotions because no one song is alike.  Every song teaches you and forces you to think differently and brings about untapped emotions.

HJ: Your music is liked by those of all ages and ethnicities. You have a strong national and global following! Describe your fan base for our readers. What do you think contributes to the impact your music makes on your fans?

AE: My fan base is still being discovered.  I think it is cool that my music relates to people of all ethnicities.  I think the genuine lyrics, and my pureness for music is felt by my fans.  My music has and still helps me through challenging moments in my life.  I would only hope that it can do the same for others, which in turn bonds us together through music.

HJ: Your music is very soulful! Who are your musical influences?

AE: There are many musicians that influence me.  Stevie Wonder, Bob Marley, Justin Timberlake, Bill Withers.  I’m glad you feel my music is soulful.  I would agree, LOL!  These artists, to me, all have an element of soul that is freeing, and I strive to capture that same magic.

HJ: Your performances are high energy and nonstop. I actually saw you perform for about 4 hours nonstop. Tell our readers what they should expect when attending your shows!

AE: When you attend an Adam Emil Show expect to have an awesome time.  We will lure you in with soulful songs by D'Angelo and Bill Withers.  Next, the show will take you on a mid-tempo ride with original songs like "One & Only".  You may hear a number from the energetic, and extremely talented Keyboardist Adam tours with named DJ Chris G.  The Finale will be full of energy and dancing.  This style of music is universal and the Show is always Electrifying.

HJ: You are very busy performing across the nation. I assume spare time is limited. However, what does Adam Emil do on his spare time?

AE: Ha! Currently spare time is homework time since I’m finishing up my B.A. at Chicago State University.  I like the movies, shopping, and meeting new people.

HJ: I know our female readers would like to know if you are single or in a relationship?

AE: LOL!  Aww! Who wants to know?  Yes, I am seeing someone! I’m always looking to meet good people. 

HJ: Tell us about your latest project(s)?

AE: My latest project is promoting the Album Journey with the Latest Single " One and Only”, also we are preparing the follow up album which won’t be out until next year.  The Journey is doing well.  My management is keeping me busy with shows, and now we are working on videos for the album.

HJ: Where can our readers buy your music and contact you for booking?

AE: Simple, you can search Adam Emil in Google or Facebook.  Visit www.adamemil.com and join the fan list so we can stay in contact.  Also you can text me directly at 773-908-3591 serious inquiries only.  I would love to hear from you so what are you waiting for.  Add me on FB!! LOL!