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96 || FASHION MAGAZINE || APRIL 2015the easy choice, music. In 2012, Devin made his way to Los Angeles to pursue his dreams, realizing %u201cthe music wins every time!%u201dhen talking to the singer-songwriter about creating music, we begin to see just how spontaneous and effortless his creative process is. %u201cI don%u2019t necessarily have a constant method to my madness.%u201d Whether it%u2019s a lyric, he can%u2019t let go of or a beat or guitar riff that he has to lay down as soon as possible. He finds inspiration from the same situations that most do%u2026e.g. love, pain, home, big booties, and blessings. He never feels more inspired than when he listens to Sam Cooke, Lauryn Hill, Nate Dogg, Stevie Wonder, Snoop, JT, Robin Thicke, and the list goes on. Is it just us or are you stuck on his appreciation for %u201cbig booties?%u201d If there were the opportunity to collaborate with other artists, Devin%u2019s list would be filled with musical giants Lauryn Hill, Big Sean, Drake, and J Cole. These musicians are all beyond genuine, talented, and relatable. %u201cI feel like collabing with any of these artists would be a recipe for something the world has never heard before.%u201d It would be a genuine mix of soul, pop and hip hop. When our discussion turns to an industry that has a clear idea of what sells versus the authentic sound an artist wants to convey, he is quick to support the process. The label side of the music business has a great deal of experience as to what %u201cformula%u201c works for them. Looking for the fastest dollar or one hit wonder in this business is not what music is about. %u201cIf the music is there, the dollar will follow; longevity is the goal.%u201d We asked the artist what he says to those people who will undoubtedly try to compare him to other artists. He mentions the musical lane he is creating for himself. %u201cWe now live in a genre-less world, and I think if I stay true to who I am as a person and as an artist, then there won%u2019t be any room for comparisons.%u201d In an effort to expand his brand, he has been cross-promoting his music with movies, clothing and commercial products. Devin is eager to see if the sky can limit where he wants to go. So what keeps this artist grounded, humbled, motivated and hungry, %u201cGod, love, family, and Chipotle.%u201d His appreciation for Mexican food is not lost on us. As our time with this remarkable young talent to watch, comes to an end, we ask him what music means to him. %u201cMusic is a beautiful escape from reality, when music is on, the world is off.%u201d Finding ourselves lost in this parallel world, we cannot help but feel compelled to %u201cMove%u201d to the rhythm that is Devin K.