Born, Serge Turnier music producer "Power Surge," moved from Haiti in 2004 to reside in Miami. His move to Miami was merely to have a better living situation and to live out his dream as being a performer. Since a young child Power Surge (his stage name) has been making beats. The move to Miami helped him link up with many creditable artists such as Fat Joe and DJ Khaled to produce some notable tracks in the hip hop industry. I was fortunate enough to have Power Surge following me back on twitter that is how I was able to conduct this interview. Power Surge has agreed to talk about the moves he is making in the music industry.
Me: What do you do as a producer?
Me: Who are some of your favorite producers in the music industry right now?
PS: "Timbaland is one of the best, if not THE best. The way he works, what he does, the sounds he uses, how he’s always innovating, coming up with new stuff. And I would say Fabrice Rouzier is so talented as a producer.”
Me: Do you have a unique style that sets you apart from other producers?
PS: "I use a lot of percussions, like congas, congo. As far as a signature sound…I don’t do it purposely, but people recognize my music when it plays cause I have that little jazzy vibe. It’s really freestyle music when you listen to it and you can pick it up easily."
Me: I understand you rap also, will you eventually rap and produce?
PS: "In the future, I would definitely see myself as a producer/rapper/singer, kind of like Diddy. The reason why I do that is because sometimes I hear something in my head and I hear it a certain way and I can deliver it better than certain artists. So it’s like ‘why not’, but it’s not a question of fame, it’s just for fun. And in the future if I can make some money with that, why not?"
Me: What would be your biggest career accomplishment right now?
PS:" Getting signed in 2008, to XO Management, which is a big management company in Florida. I became a part of this huge family that looks out for me and wants to see me grow."
Me: What advice can you give a young striving producer/manager like myself?
PS: "Keep working hard and networking with people. You're on the right track just keep getting your music out there and continue to reach out to those helping hands."
Me: Thank you so much for doing this interview with me. I really appreciate that I was able to hit you up on twitter and you responded, that means a lot.
PS: " No, problem. I'm always willing to help those who seek it. Besides, I might need your help one day (laughs)."
