East meets West. Listen as singer, writer and performer China Marie, a Portland Oregon native chops it up with Squirrel Rosenberg at SQR Pro Studio in Paterson NJ. The product of inter-racial parents who divorced at an early age, China was raised by her mother and influenced by her grandmother, as her dad battle with a severe cocaine habit. She recalls the honesty of her mother, who admitted her sexuality, and the effect it had on her and her brother. Her journey through elementary and middle school was plagued with bullying, being the only biracial child in a predominantly black school district. However, this all changed once puberty hit in high school- when girls envied what she had and guys appreciated it. A lack of focus on her grades led China to accumulate a 1.8 GPA and a visit to school by her mom. A stern warning and determination to step up her game resulted in a remarkable 4.1 GPA upon graduation.
“I just want to be a star,” the catalyst for China’s move from her safe and secure life in Portland to the unknown territory and possibilities that awaited her in Los Angeles, California. Enjoy China Marie’s vivid recap of her journey to Compton (corner of Watts and Alameda) to the perfect room for rent in a stash house. It was not long before her instincts led her to Manhattan Beach, where she lived in her Mercury Sable for three weeks in a middle school parking lot. An experience she kept from her mom, as she was unwilling to return to Portland and follow the status quo. Eventually, China found a place and a steady flow of income. Listen as she shares her introduction into the music industry via a video shoot for rapper Too Short, whom she met and impressed. Contrary to the conventional route, China created her own path to get her music and talent out there. Her fly on the wall moment shooting the video for her single ‘Policy’ featuring Ray Jay confirms she was on the right path. A trip to New York City came about once China realized the music scene in L.A. was more conducive to established artists. China fell in love with the city that never sleeps and was embraced by all.
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Dj Scram Jones Spins, where it came from for Squirrel Rosenberg. Can you guess who these classics inspired?
Nas fiftieth birthday, an epic Nas fiftieth Birthday Mix, curated by none other than legendary DJ Scram Jones via Squirrel Rosenberg.
Statik Selekt, Real Hip Hop and SQR,
Floyd Simmons, aka 90 Degrees, founder of Zone 90 graphics. The creator of the Big L mural, the DMX mural and most recent, the Harriet Tubman mural at Berry Lane Park Jersey City NJ
Sunday Service creator, Big Von, blessed SQR with another Classic Mix
Floyd Simmons aka 90 Degrees, founder of zone 90 graphics, creator of the Big L. mural 140th and Lenox Ave, Harlem NY. Creator of the DMX mural 55 School Street, Younkers NY
Sunday Service creator, Big Von delivers something so classic we had to share.
Squirrel Rosenberg Culture Dance Hall Mix. Jus Fi Fun.
Bravery Studios founder Marvin Perdomo aka Marv the producer deliveries a brilliant synopsis of this journey from being created to being the creator.
Christina Piedra, Dance instructor and Entrepreneur Eloquently shares her story and makes history as the 1st Latin dance instructor to visit SQR
Squirrel Rosenberg Salutes DJ Neil Armstrong
Nyugen Smith, Inter disciplinary/Inter-visionary artist, honors SQR podcast with an exclusive visit.
Jack Dylan Sound back at SQR, shares his passion for life, music and the future. Another powerful experience and performance.
Christo Remy dropping jewels with Jack Dylan Sound performing, SQR’s most unforgettable podcast. NUTS
Wu Tang Clan throw back mix from the fingers of Squirrel Rosenberg
Omar The Comedian and DJ Marlon B kicks off SQR Podcast’s 1st episode of our 2022 season at our new studio in the Art Factory
Squirrel Rosenberg gets behind the Serato and Plays his favorite hip hop bangers
Squirrel Rosenberg spends time alone and this is the Product of Solitude. Enjoy time Alone.
Jeffrey Reid, consigliere, brother, husband, phenomenal father and friend, a few of the roles passionately played by this unique human being
Wear Your Crown Challange creator, Jessica Martinez illuminates SQR with knowledge and powerful presence.
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