In a world where the lines between genres are increasingly blurred, Ronzoni Hines stands out as a beacon of authentic musical innovation. Born and raised in Birmingham, this 18-year-old prodigy seamlessly blends his musical influences into a sound that is both unique and universally appealing. His breakout singles, "Stand Up" and "Last Night," have already begun to make waves, showcasing his ability to traverse soulful R&B, stirring pop, and electrifying rock with ease.
Ronzoni's musical journey is deeply rooted in his diverse cultural background and a lifelong passion for music. From a young age, he was immersed in a wide array of sounds and styles, which have profoundly shaped his artistic vision. His early introduction to the guitar ignited a love for its versatile tones, a passion that echoes through his richly produced tracks.
At 18, Ronzoni Hines is more than just a rising star; he is a cultural phenomenon in the making. With a dedicated following and growing buzz around his performances and releases, Ronzoni is poised to leave an indelible mark on the music industry. As he prepares to take the next steps in his career, we sat down with this multi-talented artist to delve into his inspirations, his creative process, and what fans can expect from him in the future.
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So, you recently celebrated your 18th birthday, when did you turn 18 and how do you feel about now?
I was born on 26 May 2006 in Birmingham, UK, that also makes me a Gemini, and I turned 18 a couple of months ago on 26 May 2024. It feels great to finally be an adult, I mean, now I can officially say I'm legal to vote, fly out of country without any parental consent and... sign contracts all by myself? But seriously, it's a milestone, and I'm excited for what the future holds.
What was the first instrument you fell in love with?
One of the most versatile instruments and the one I fell in love with first would be the guitar. You can hear it in my production, it's clearly my favourite instrument. whether it's acoustic or electric you know you can't go wrong and there's so many avenues and different types of tones and sounds and emotions that you can convey with it.
What kind of music did you love when you were younger?
I've grown up listening to quite a large variety of genres and artists, and that can be heard in the music I create. Because it pretty much is genre-less. I want universal appeal. I want to reach the most people. I think everyone does. I truly want to emotionally impact the most people as possible.
What was the first album you remember owning?
The first album I ever bought was Stevie Wonder's Songs in the Key of Life on vinyl. It's one of my favourite albums and he’s one of my favourite artists. I think it's cool to buy music, support artists. It's also pretty aesthetic as well, that's why it's so trendy even in this modern day.
What is the one song you wished you could have written yourself?
“So you can cry” by Ne-Yo, such a beautifully written song, he’s one of my favourite songwriters. I take heavy inspiration from him and wish to write songs of that calibre.
Do you have any habits or rituals you go through when trying to write new music?
I just create, which I can’t not do. Just experimenting, exploring different sounds and going with what feels right inside.
Who are your favourite artists you have found yourself listening to at the moment?
I like Don Toliver’s new album, and Travis Scott’s latest album. A lot of Usher and Chris Brown, also Eric B & Rakim, I’m a big fan of early Hip-Hop, it’s real cool. I also enjoy new Hip-Hop, Future’s newest album with Metro Boomin is being played a lot by me.
If you could open a show for anyone in the world, who would it be?
I’d like to open for Chris Brown, show the people the next in line you know what I mean. His shows look amazing so I’d love to watch and learn all the intricacies of putting on a big show, stuff like that is really interesting to me.
What do you find is the most rewarding part about being a musician?
Having something you made impact someone on a deep level. It brings important significance to the existence of your creation and lets you know whatever you’re doing is worth it.
And what is the most frustrating part?
Having too many songs you want to be released, it’s hard for me to decide what singles I want to roll out with, but one thing is for sure, they will all be amazing. It’s not that frustrating because it’s really a good thing, however it can get difficult.
And what is the best piece of advice you have received as a musician?
Do what feels right. This won’t fail, this to me is the only way to create authentic, great art. Art is an expression of oneself, authenticity is important so I follow my gut.
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Ronzoni Hines' new single 'Last Night' is out now. Check it out in the player below.