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Lemoyne Alexander’s journey through the music industry is nothing short of remarkable. After two decades as a prominent producer in the rap and hip-hop scene, he made the bold decision to step away from it all at the height of his career. “During the East Coast–West Coast rivalry with Tupac and Biggie, I was really blowing up as a rap producer,” he reflects. “While everyone chose sides, I was solely focused on the music, forming close friendships with individuals who were tragically caught in the crossfire.”
Choosing authenticity over fame, Alexander turned his back on the lucrative industry and revisited his roots, reigniting his passion for rock music—a genre that had always resonated with him. A pivotal moment occurred during a visit to a record store, where he recognized the stark contrasts between rock and rap. “I went home and picked up my guitar, and it hit me: this is where I want to be,” he shares, leading to the formation of the acclaimed alternative rock band St8 of Grace. Their releases garnered significant attention, including a popular remake of “Killer Queen.” over a million spotify streams.
After the band’s break up, Lemoyne took time for reflection before heeding his late father’s final words to pursue his own musical path. This led to the creation of his debut solo album, Solitude, in 2019, followed by Perfect World in 2023. Now, in 2024, he is set to unveil his latest single, “Insecurity,” which captures the emotional turmoil he faced during a challenging period in his life. “I wrote the track during some really insecure times, when everything felt like it was falling apart,” he explains. With its blend of hard and pop rock and rich vocal harmonies, “Insecurity” marks yet another evolution in Alexander’s artistic journey. Don’t miss out—LEMOYNE ALEXANDER NEW MUSIC IS NOW AVAILABLE ON ALL STREAMING OUTLETS.
In a world where the chaos of life often drowns out the whispers of our inner peace, Lemoyne Alexander found his sanctuary in music. Seeking solace, he entered the studio, and what began as a personal refuge transformed into an unexpected creative explosion. “The hook came first,” he recalls, “then I did the verses. Everything was a first take.” This raw authenticity is at the heart of his latest track, "Insecurity" born from the depths of his experiences and emotions.
Initially crafted as a means to navigate his own challenges, this song resonated with his record company, who urged him to share it with the world. Now, Alexander views it as not just a piece of music, but as a catalyst for motivation—a reflection of his journey through life’s complexities. He describes his sound as “alternative comprehensive rock,” a genre that breaks down barriers and fuses alternative rock with blue music story telling emotion.
2024 Having recently been inducted into the California Music Hall of Fame, Signed to a new record label Alexander is on a mission to release a new song every other month throughout 2024, culminating in an album titled “Alone.” His collaborations are expanding, including a recent track with his Chicago native rapper Twista and innovative projects that blend rock with choir vocals. “I’m consistently trying to push boundaries,” he affirms, emphasizing his commitment to creating music that inspires hope and connection.
Living in isolation in Texas, surrounded solely by his art, Alexander is dedicated to one thing: making great music. He expresses profound gratitude to God for the opportunities he’s had and the platforms that have amplified his voice. For him, it’s about the music above all else, a heartfelt endeavor fueled by faith and a desire to reach others through the universal language of song. Stay tuned for more fresh and nostalgic melodies from Lemoyne Alexander, available on all streaming platforms.
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It’s Robert Smith‘s birthday so, naturally, fans of the singer are sharing what is commonly believed to be one of his greatest moments.
The musician, who is the frontman of The Cure, turns 64 today (Friday 21 April).
In 2019, he became a viral sensation on Twitter thanks to his hilariously deadpan response to an excitable reporter.
Smith was in attendance at that year’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, where The Cure were being inducted alongside Stevie Nicks, Janet Jackson, Def Leppard, The Zombies, Radiohead and Roxy Music.
The singer approached a chipper interviewer at Brooklyn’s Barclays Centre, who said to him: “Congratulations, The Cure – Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees 2019! Are you as excited as I am?”
Smith, without missing a beat, replied: “Um, by the sounds of it, no.”
The interviewer, brushing off the response, laughed in response, and asked him: “Oh, no, what are we going to do?”
Smith continued: “I’m sure we’ll get there eventually. It’s a bit early, isn’t it?”
The clip, which has been viewed more than 10m times, has been shared on social media to mark Smith’s birthday.
“One of my absolute favourite Twitter clips of all time. Perfect!” one Twitter user wrote in response.
In March, Smith hit out at Ticketmaster after fans sent him screenshots of the high fees they were being charged when buying tickets to see The Cure live.
The frontman used Twitter to express his frustration at the pricing system by the ticket site, which he says artists cannot “limit”.
“We had final say in all our ticket pricing for this upcoming tour, and didn’t want those prices instantly and horribly distorted by resale,” he wrote.
“We didn’t agree to the ‘dynamic pricing’ / ‘price surging’ / ‘platinum ticket’ thing…,” wrote Smith on the new higher tier system Ticketmaster has been trialling.
He later detailed what he meant by the tweet, writing: “I had a separate conversation about ‘platinum’ to see if I had misunderstood something… but I hadn’t!”
“All artists have the choice not to participate… If no artists participated, it would cease to exist,” he added.
However, when tickets went on sale, fans were reportedly hit by large fees that meant the cost of tickets was more than doubled.
Samith then announced that Ticketmaster would issue partial refunds to fans.
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