Chicago based artist Serena Isioma is back again with the release of some new heat with her new song “Valentina”. Featuring production from Canadian based producer C Medina, Serena Isioma gets inspiration for the song from a person who entered and left her life quickly. The song is kind of a homage to the thoughts that go through her head when she thinks about this individual. This latest release from Serena coincides with the amazing work ethic and quality she’s been putting out this past year following the releases of “Breath”, “Shake”, and “Do I Make You Nervous”, as well as her amazing feature on HiddenHills song “Criminal”. Serena shows her range and talent as an artist working hard on making a name for her self. When we asked her about what can we expect from her in the near future Serena said;”All i can say is the next time y’all hear new music from me, it’ll be on a new level. *maybe* some snippets will leak or i’ll hop on a feature. just keep your eyes on me”. We cant wait to hear more music from her! If you want to keep up with Serena you can follow her on Instagram, and you can stream “Valentina” now which is available on all platforms right now as well as in the link below.
Serena Isomia
WSTSIDE IN THE HILLS - Album Interview
How did you meet Moflo Music and what led to the collaboration?
I met Moflo Music through a good artist friend of mine by the name Tarron Belle and he was like “bro you have to link with Moflo because he’s the goat” so i said bet and hit the bro up and it’s been effortless ever since.
Give us some background on WSTSIDEHILLS, what inspired the album and what themes and sounds were you going for in creating this EP?
I was going for a dark melodic trap/island in the hills sound for imagery purposes just to paint a picture for the listeners.
How long did it take to create the EP, and at what point did you know that it was ready?
2 days honestly but I ended up adding a couple songs later before the release.
The EP is truly heat from front to back with each song sounding different from each one, can you break down each song for us?
Yes of course starting with Involved which is about being out of a relationship with someone, but because you both are in the same area and you hear about each other and even though you lust for one another it doesn’t mean you should be involved with them because some people are just bad for you.
Speed is all about the transition between friendships and relationships where you start the process of elimination because some people just aint on the same shit as you therefore they’re not up to speed.
762 is just a metaphor for a bullet symbolizing losing yourself for someone ultimately dying to be reformed but at the same time glorifying a ride or die women who is with whatever for her man. Sometimes we say “if a person doesn’t love me for me then i don’t want them” but sometimes we don’t own up to the fact that we must change to become a better person for ourselves and for who we love.
Cease Fire is all about someone not having to “put a gun to your head” for you to love them or treat them how they should be treated. The song can also be received as being rejected and let down but having the heart to withstand the pressure because some people go through a lot in life and it takes a strong person to be patient and be willing to break down those walls.
Yute is all about a girl talking down on my name and treating me like I am capable of making childish decisions with her heart such as cheating or lying to her but what she doesn’t know is that her friends are jealous and putting that in her head because they can’t find a man like me “misery loves company”.
Criminal is all about being single and before you can blink you’re in a relationship and in love before you know it as if someone stole your heart.
Miss Out is all about whether or not a girl is willing to take this ride with me through fame and everything that comes with it and just be down for me and if not she got to go simple.
Let’s talk about the features, you feature 3 artists who we’ve actually interviewed before Hrtbrkfever, Serena Isioma, And Dazeoneast. What made you feature them in the EP, and what’s your background with them?
I discovered Hrtbrk through soundcloud I started with playing Frvrfriday and songs just kept playing until it got to one of his crazy songs called “Gunonsafety ft Lnlyboy” and his social media was attached so I hit him up and everything else is history that’s my brother for sure.
Serena did my interview for Nefarious Supply “The Goats” and she hit me up when i posted “I need a female vocalist for my Ep” and she was so confident that something made me comfortable with choosing her even before i checked her music out. She is amazing!
Last but not least “The Carolina Reaper” , Dazeoneast I fuck with bro so heavy and he is very reliable for example if you send a open to him it’s going to be flawless when you get it back plus he is very genuine and lowkey with everything. All of these artists I named inspire me everyday and it’s no doubt that they will be big one day.
When can we expect visuals for WSTSIDEHILLS?
Honestly i want to take a route where I drop a visual of a single that no one has ever heard before and it just shocks everyone, just something fresh and unexpected.
What’s your favorite song on the EP and why?
Involved i just think as an intro it definitely hits and is very universal situation everyone can relate to.
What can we expect from you and HILLSIDE Records?
Winter is coming and this is when you will hear the best of me. Also visuals and more of a raw version of me just being more vulnerable and open to let listeners in my life..
Anything you want to add?
Keep streaming Wstside In The Hills and tell a friend love you guys and remember to check on your friends and love-ones because it’s not just about the music.
WSTSIDE IN THE HILLS is available now on Soundcloud, Apple Music, and Spotify be sure to check It out and rack up the streams. If you wanna stay up to date with Hidden Hills and his music you can find him on Instagram, and Twitter. And be sure to check out Hrtbrkfever, Serena Isiomia, and Dazeoneast as well.
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Serena Isioma
Serena Isioma is an up and coming artist in the music scene. With her insanely catchy vibe and
her incredible voice, is rising up in the scene and becoming very prominent. Serena’s new Song
“Mystery Boy”, can prove as a testament to her talent and she is definitely an artist we see
blowing up.
Q: Let us know about yourself. Where were you born, what has your life been like up to this
point?
I was born in Chicago but I can’t say I’m from there. I’ve bounced around different
Chicagoland suburbs and have had to stay across the world in London and Lagos, Nigeria for
extended periods of time. Now I live in a suburb just outside of Los Angelos. I’ll be moving to
Chicago this summer. I don’t want to get too deep into my personal life yet for legal and
personal reasons. Just know my life has not and will never be normal.
Q: How would you describe your music to somebody? What keeps your current audience
listening and why should people start listening?
My sound a combination of alternative pop and hip hop. All of my songs sound different
except of their similar themes of love, loss, or temptation. That’s just the phase I’m in right
now. It’s crazy because almost all of my listeners are dudes. There are videos of people
jumping/moshing to my soft ass music and it makes me so happy. People listen to me
because they crave something new and authentic. Industry plants are giving people a
headache. At least with me they know every beat, lyric, and mix was made or chosen by me
(and my beat selection is always fire).
Q: Where are you representing and why is it so important to you?
I don’t like to say I represent a place because I don’t think I’ve lived anywhere long enough
to represent it. What I will say is that there are multiple young black girls and queer kids who
follow me on social media. We message each other as often as possible. I wish there were
people like me when I was growing up. That’s why it’s important for me to respond the
people who fuck with me and show them love. I am not a role model but it’s cool to know I
inspire others.
Q: Who inspires you for your sound? Who do you listen to on a regular basis?
Nobody expects this every time I say it but XXXTentacion is my favorite artist. I fell in love
with how his mixes capture his emotions and I try to replicate that. Other than him, my song
selection is bi-polar. I have my chill shit like Michael Seyer, The Internet, Cuco, and
HOMESHAKE. Then I have my ignorant shit like Playboi Carti, Warhol.ss, 1TakeJay,
NOLANBEROLLIN, and the list goes on.
Q: If you had a top 5 list of artists right now that you listen to, who would be on that list? (You can pick underground or main stream artists!)
Oh man this is low-key hard! Top 5? This isn’t in order 5 last artists on my Spotify are
Canaan Lopez, Alfie Templeman, Chloe x Halle, Supa Bwe, and (old) Young Thug.
Q: Do you have any collaborating artists that you’ve been working with? Is there anybody you would have as a feature or collaborate with on a future project?
I normally work with myself. Other than that, me and my homie Caption collaborate on a
lot of music. That’s one of my best friends. There’s this producer in New York named Frankis
and singer named Myles Cameron who I’ve been internet friends with for years. We work
together sometimes. I’m unofficially in this group called Unnamed Mafia. The unofficial
leader is OchoWithTheSauce. I’m saying “unofficial” because we don’t have our shit together
(yet). Nevertheless, I’m always down to collaborate with talented people.
Q: What platform can people reach your content on the most conveniently? What albums and
songs do you already have out that people should listen to?
All of them! You can find my music on all platforms and you should just listen to all of
them.
Q: Is there any one song that you’ve made that stands out from the rest? Any songs that people
should listen to that will get people hooked?
I’ve been told that my songs get stuck in people’s head quickly. If you want to dance, peep
“Mystery Boy.” If you’re really trying to be in your feelings, I suggest “Breathe”. If you’re
trying to chill, listen to “In My Head.”
Q: Do you have an outstanding moment since you got into the music industry that makes you
realize how important it is to make music like this? If so what would that be?
One person messaged me saying that my music made them feel again. I understand what
it’s like to feel numb; to feel nothing at all. That sounds emo as hell but it’s true. If something
that I created has the power to drag someone out of that state, then I’m doing something
right.
Q: How has your experience in the industry been thus far?
This industry has tried to bring me up then destroy me. I was supposed to be an industry
plant. Thank God I know how to read a contract. There are a few blogs that hated me because
of some outlandish shit I did when I was like 16. Now it’s two years later and they’re writing
about me. Something I really want/need is a manager. If any managers are reading this, help
your girl out.
Q: Can you tell us anything about future projects? Anything that people can look forward to
coming from you?
Expect a lot of content from my company Island Presents. Expect different music. Expect to
see me everywhere.
Q: Tell us a bit about your newest song and what we can expect from it.
“Mystery Boy” is the story of a girl who moves away from her boyfriend just to find out
that there are some other girls who think it’s a good idea to shoot their shot while she’s
away. He doesn’t know it yet, but Yung Water’s verse is basically the guy being like “Damn, I
just fell in love with this new girl even though my main girl is away.” The story’s kind of
fucked up but so is life so here you go.
Q: Do you have any last thoughts before the end of the interview? Any message you really want
to get out to the people and your fans?
Go listen to “Mystery Boy.” Follow me on Instagram @thekidsisland. Follow
@islandpresents. I love you. Peace out.
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