Inspired by an artist and how music continues to evolve

Hello friends, I’d like to start by apologizing for the lack of a column last week, I got hit by the flu bug pretty hard. ‘Tis the season!

The last two weeks have been interesting, to say the least. I met a young artist from North Carolina named Jaac, and he is incredibly talented. He’s a senior in high school, with a promising future ahead of him. While talking I asked him what inspired him to pursue a career in music.

“Seeing J.Cole’s movement inspired me, and knowing he’s from North Carolina proves I can do it too,” he said.

This statement along with the influence of his father have made hi...