Alkhemi Jones | Meets Steven D. Hill & Traci Moore from Steven D. Hill on Vimeo.

I had the privilege of attending Reciprocity Live where I was able to watch the performance of the evening by Alkhemi Jones. Before attending the show, I saw behind the scenes footage from her new single Dreamin' and was all too curious to meet this super laid back, full of opinion and personality, five foot what, I don't know... sister. Through Rasheed Aziz, I was able to set up a photo shoot and interview before she left for Atlanta.

Moore: At what age did you decide to persue a career in the music/entertainment industry?

Jones: I seriously thought about a career in entertainment when I was twelve.

Moore: Who are your musical influences?

Jones: Back then it was people like MC Lyte, Queen Latifah, and Lauren Hill.

Moore: If you could collaborate with anyone in the industry, who would it be?

Jones: Little Wayne and The Spirit on the same record... that would be crazy; featuring Alkhemi Jones of course.

Moore: Being a Dallas native, how was the transition from Dallas to New York to Atlanta?

Jones: It was challenging like everything in life that you do when you don't have a bunch of money...it was definitely rewarding, I can't complain.... it's one of the best things I could've done.

Moore: How would you describe the differences in cultures of the three cities?

Jones: I think Dallas is a haven for creative creations. Dallas creates trends cause we don't follow...I feel like New York's culture is already established so things just kinda fall into place. I feel that Atlanta is definitely on the fashion and music side of things but they are always current with what ever is hot. Dallas isn't like that. It's what each individual person thinks is hot is what makes it hot. In Dallas we can go to the thrift stores and put together an individual look that becomes art.

Moore: After listening to your new single Dreamin' I really wanted to know more about who you are....so what makes you uniquely you?

Jones: I think my experiences makes me who I am. I have had wonderful, beautiful people around me that have helped motivate and cultivate me. I can't take anything away from any of them because they helped create Alkhemi.

Moore: What are your future plans.... what can we expect from you?

Jones: To blow the F**K up.Keep pushing forward for those who are ready to hear my music and shock those who ain't ready!

It was a great pleasure working with Alkhemi and I expect great things from such a talented sister.