I fuse heavy urban production with raw graphic design to tell stories that aren't censored. I create for the soul, not for the industry.
You decide who will appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display their work at The Art of Elysium's Salon!
I create the visual and the vibration. I’m a producer and designer, so my art is the connection between the two. I produce high-energy Moombahton and Phonk as DJ V21 and Kid XANCHEZ, and I design all my own M.O.B FLYERS. My favorite thing is building an entire world that people can see, listen to, and enjoy. It’s about creating something raw and 'NR' that feels authentic to me and the culture I represent. I don’t just make a song; I build a moment.
Where do you find inspiration?I find it in the grind and the roots. It’s in the discipline of my family name and the reality of life in Laredo. I even find it in my backyard—growing trees from seeds taught me that great things take time and focus. I’m inspired by the 'NR' concept: keeping it Not Real, Never Released, and Not Rated. I don’t follow trends. I look at my life, my mom’s strength, and the energy of the streets, and I turn that into something people can feel.
What would you do with $25,000?Family comes first, so I would start by helping my mom with her bills and ensuring my household is solid. I’ve already built most of my foundation myself through hard work and persistence. I’m not looking for a handout; I’m looking for progress. I would use the remaining funds to upgrade my tools for better performance. Having the right equipment will allow me to produce my music and designs at the professional level my vision requires.
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