At the age of 14, Saiah began experimenting with poetry. Soon his passion for innovative wordplay became a defining part of his life. In 1998, with the success of his first talent show under his belt, he began to put his unique rhymes to music, paving the way for what would become his driving force in life. His style reflects his diverse respect for all avenues of music, with influences from legends like Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye to hip hop icons like Common Sense and Tupac. His goal is to bring good music that is not so one dimensional back to the Hip Hop arena. Recently Saiah described his music as “a new sound for the Hip Hop genre with creative wordplay and bangin beats”. His fusion of modern music, original lyrics and broad appeal produces a complete and compelling act that has attracted attention from event organizers, DJ's, and listeners all over the world. He has performed at various clubs, festivals, charity events, and more up and down the East Coast. Saiah has opened for DJ UNK and Chip Tha Ripper, performed at GreekFest in New York along side artists such as Lil Mama and Neyo, and been selected to perform in talent shows by companies from both Washington, DC and New York, including Alicia Key’s own MBK Entertainment. With two independently released albums already under his belt, EVOLUTION and WHO?, Saiah is working on finishing his third, HIDDEN TREASURE, which is scheduled to be released in early 2011. Singles, “Nobody Remix” and “Get It” from his debut album, EVOLUTION, and “Said So” and “Crazy Remix” from his sophomore album, WHO?, have been made a part of the repertoire of various internet radio stations and DJ's around the world. He has been interviewed for Locals Radio Only, RadioMayhem.net, SimplyRadio.net, DiamondSoundsRadio.com, Skope Magazine, Neufutur Magazine, Vents Magazine, and more. In addition to his musical talent, Saiah has a degree in Recording Arts, expanding his talents to producing and engineering. His high energy, interactive stage presence and musical talent, coupled with his producing and engineering skills, makes Saiah a well rounded, diverse artist, giving him an edge in this industry. Saiah’s love of music, his gregarious personality, and powerful messages are inspirations to his listeners, including other artists. The incredible diversity of his audience is a testament to all his talents, and his potential to capture the imagination and souls of the American audience. His music appeals to people from all walks of life and his positive message is one all races and cultures can relate to giving him something that will change the way that Hip Hop is viewed in the music world.
Singing:
Vocalist – General (10 Years +)
Instruments:
Keyboard (4-5 Years)
Songwriting:
Published (5-6 Years)
Genres:
Hip Hop , Rap , Pop
Influences:
I've been influenced by a lot of entertainers that are in and outside of the hip hop genre. Some of the MCs that I admired growing up were Common, 2pac, Nas, Talib Kwaeli, Tribe Called Quest, Outkast, and Biggie, the list goes on.
Sounds Like:
I have an original sound but a lot of people compare me to Common or Nas. Some people say I sound like Eminem, Mos Def, B.O.B., or Kid Cuddi. I appreciate the comparisons and I guess that it's all in who's listening really. I think I just sound like me.
Has Performed:
Yes - Regionally
In a Band:
Yes
Managed:
Yes