HeIsTheArtist Interview
Heistheartist (He Is The Artist) is an American Christian singer-songwriter from Central Islip,
NY. Formerly a secular neo-soul singer signed to “Bentley Records” under his biological name “LeeMann Bassey,” Heistheartist discovered that his true calling was with the Lord after hearing an inspiring sermon by TD Jakes online one day.
That day he was inspired to teach the world about the Lord like TD Jakes did with his Sermon but through music. http://www.heistheartist.com
Hi HeIsTheArtist! It’s quite an honor to talk to you today. What’s new in your world?
It’s an honor to be interviewed by you! I just released a cover of “Caught Out There” by Kelis which is the lead single off my upcoming EP “Under The Influence of Love”. The EP debuts on Good Friday.
You’re known as both a Christian and an Electronic artist. How are the two styles similar, and how are they different?
I’ve actually tried to blend the two in a lot of ways. However, for my Christian music, I always use the Lord’s name throughout the song. Whereas for my Electronic music, the Lord’s name is written between the lines.
What do you feel are your strengths as a singer?
I definitely try to be as original as possible. I don’t follow trends (and that alone is a strength in a musical climate that has become mostly gimmicky)
What about your weaknesses?
I’m definitely working on learning to write music in different languages. Learning to write in a new language is always a work in progress.
What motivates you to make music?
God definitely motivates me. Without Him, I would definitely be doing something else besides music.
You’ve had many high points in your career, What was the biggest thing that has happened, and how did it make you feel?
I would say most recently when I topped the Christian and AC National Radio Hits Charts with my original song “Parted Waves”. There were so many great major acts on the chart, and for me to be number 1 made me realize that I’m prophesizing how God wants me to.
We’ve heard about a new gospel EP that you’re preparing for release. When do you think you’ll have that ready?
The EP will be releasing Good Friday. That’s always my favorite day to release music because of the significance of the date in the Christian religion.
Tell me about your favorite performance in your career.
Definitely, in 2021 when I performed at the Artist’s Market Festival in Queens, New York. Just being around artists of all different mediums was such a joy to be around.
What’s the best piece of advice another musician ever gave you?
Although it was not said to me personally, one of B.B. King’s quotes “The beautiful thing about learning is that nobody can take it away from you.” is a driving force in not just my music career, but my entire life.
What’s up next for you?
I have a Latin EP titled “Sobrio” coming out on July 28th. It’s very much a Part 2 of my EP “Under The Influence of Love” which debuts on Good Friday.
Any words of advice or last words for your fans?
Always put God first. Also, to believe in yourself or no one else will.
Thanks for taking the time!
