FOKISS

“Fokiss” – (derived from the word Focus)
A central point, as of attraction, attention or activity. The concentration of attention or energy on something; maximum clarity or distinctness of an idea; “the controversy brought clearly into focus an important difference of opinion”; direct one’s attention on something; to adjust in order to get a clear picture.

Fokiss has given fans of music the opportunity to become excited once again about the art form. Residing most of his life in the Minneapolis Metropolitan area in Minnesota, Fokiss (Stewart Peters) has been well traveled. Moving in and out of areas like New Jersey, Los Angeles, New York, Dallas, Wisconsin, Miami, Atlanta and Tampa, Fokiss has been in and out of a variety of creative environments and has become seasoned with an abundance of culture within the world of music. “When my dear friend Tod Paige (Fokiss's Manager) let me here some of his music I was floored by his lyrical skill. I said, ‘ this brother is out of control’. Then he sent me a picture and I was like, ‘Stop playing… He's white?!’ They came to New York so that we could meet and see what could happen with us in the studio. Well, to say the least I called up my partner and told her to clear my schedule for the next 2 years because this is the future.” – Shaka Adres
His first project “Fokiss on Music” forces the listening audience to do just that. Listeners, producers, label executives and stylists have been unable to label Fokiss’ music with any genre title. The album certainly gives the fan a 360 degree, three dimensional tour through a truly creative mind. “This album is my life on paper. I often say the industry is going to call me the ‘black sheep’ because I’m not hearing them when they speak of rules to music. I just do me.” –Fokiss.
The first single “Florida”, which carries a sort of Caribbean vibe, is scheduled for release in the summer of 2007. The album, scheduled for release in the fall of 2007, includes 10 songs, all of which have inadvertently been labeled singles. “The Long Road” carries a rock and roll theme and demonstrates Fokiss’ journey throughout his quest to create the “perfect project”. The industry rebel clearly indicates his frustration with the recording industry, his passion for music and his unwillingness to stop at any road block. “Writin’ My Wrongs” is a look inside of the life of Stewart Peters. A conscience effort to correct life issues through experience is evident in the sort of “prayer” type song. “Takin’ My Vacations” is one of Fokiss’ personal favorites on the album. “I smile every time I hear that record. It’s a feel good song for anyone who wants to live life to the fullest. I just wanted to allow everyone to take a trip whenever they feel like wildin’ out. This song is their one way ticket.” –Fokiss.
“Fokiss On Music” is the beginning of what has been predicted to be an amazing, long lasting career. Fokiss has an ability to adapt to any circumstance proving to be an exceptional actor, song writer, performer and role model. Fokiss spends time on the baseball field with high school aged players molding their baseball fundamentals as well as their character on and off the field. “Whatever you want to be, be the best. I can’t imagine ever giving anything 99%. If you can’t give it everything you’ve got from the gates to the finish, then don’t enter the race.” –Fokiss.
The album project has been an exciting event to watch from the outside. Shaka Adres, a New York native currently residing in Manhattan, is the creative producer on all of the recordings for the project. Shaka and Fokiss have formed an amazingly efficient style of creating music from start to polished making it easy for both of them to be at their best throughout the creation of their masterpiece. “If you want to know how to do it right, watch us.” -Fokiss.
Fokiss is managed by Rampaige 8 Management out of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Rampaige 8 president, Tod Paige, met Fokiss in July of 2002 after Fokiss returned from a major tour opening for several artists all over the country. Paige travels frequently between New York, Tampa and Minneapolis to conduct business relevant to Fokiss’ career. “His ability to create, write and perform is amazing, but what makes it so easy to work with Fokiss is the bond that we have. From the day that I met him, I knew he was something special both as an artist and as a person, and he proves me right every day.” -Tod Paige speaking of Fokiss.
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