Artist On The Rise: What inspires your music, and can you walk us through your creative process when writing a new song?

RPTR: 
My music was inspired by watching all the great artists on BET & MTV growing up took a lot of inspiration from that . I listen to beats and write to the one I love the most. 

Artist On The Rise: Who are your biggest musical influences and how have they shaped your sound?

RPTR: Tupac , Kanye , A$AP Rocky
 
Artist On The Rise: Is there a particular song in your album that holds a special meaning for you? What’s the story behind it?

RPTR: “Beautiful Lies“ is the best song I’ve ever written so far
 
Artist On The Rise: How do you prepare for a live performance and can you share a memorable experience you’ve had on stage?

RPTR: I drink a redbull & channel my deity’s hit the stage and go bezerk
 
Artist On The Rise: What challenges have you faced as an artist in the music industry and how have you overcome them?

RPTR: Getting people to listen, nobody cares until it’s trending to care.

Artist On The Rise: If you could collaborate with any artist, dead or alive, who would it be and why?

RPTR: Michael Jackson his work speaks for itself
 
Artist On The Rise: How do you think your music has evolved over time and where do you see it heading in the future?

RPTR: I honestly see myself becoming one of the greatest artists of my generation because these new artists are literally poop.
 
Artist On The Rise: Are there specific themes or messages you aim to convey through your music? Why are they important to you?

RPTR: Never be afraid to show your true self, the world is already filled with sheep
 
Artist On The Rise: How do you connect with your fans and what role do they play in your artistic journey?

RPTR: I engage on social media but not as often as I should, I like for people to hear of my music organically rather than force fed.
 
Artist On The Rise: Can you share any details about upcoming projects, collaborations, or tours that fans can look forward to?

RPTR: 
Dropping an EP with DJ Flipps producer Marvel Mayne from the 808 Kartel “Banger Season” also just released a new track ft. Curren$y called “ Hero” 
 

Welcome to SOUND ADVICE, Interview’s weekly space for playlists put together by artists, collaborators, and people from all corners of our circle. Over the past few weeks, we’ve highlighted selections from Zack Fox, Danny L Harle, and Mckayla Twiggs. This latest edition spotlights British French songwriter and producer Lauren Auder, who released her second album, “Whole World as Vigil,” just last week. Created alongside Dviance and Alex Parish, the project explores the emotional layers of human relationships, from the struggles to the moments of beauty. To celebrate the release, we invited Auder to curate a playlist for us and share a few personal insights along the way.

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Where do you dance? In the bedroom.

London or France? Unfair advantage for France, being a whole country. 

What song on this playlist is your guilty pleasure? I have no guilty pleasures!

What’s your favorite sound effect? Roblox “OOH” or Bathory’s horse neigh on their album Blood Fire Death.

Dream collab, dead or alive? Lou Reed, obviously.

Who do you trust most with the aux? My roommate, Cajm.

What do you pray about? More time, more rest.

Best arrondissement in Paris? 20th probably?

What song is currently on replay? “Close to the Edge” by Yes. 

What album was your coming-of-age soundtrack? Mysterious Phonk: Chronicles of SpaceGhostPurrp.

Tell us a secret. I cheated my way through Latin class in secondary school. 

Night or day? Day!

What is your studio session pet peeve? Weed smell :/

Which Skins character did you relate to the most? None, I’m 27!

What are you listening to as you complete this questionnaire? Space heater next to my bed, Italian lesson next door.

What does your notes app look like? Incriminating. 

You just arrived at the function. What are you drinking? What are you smoking? Cheap lager or expensive red wine, a Syrah if it’s winter. 

The world is ending. What are you wearing True religion jeans and a white button down, as per.

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