Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Open Face. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Open Face , looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. What’s the best or worst investment you’ve made (either in terms of time or money)? (Note, these responses are only intended as entertainment and shouldn’t be construed as investment advice)

One of the worst investments I’ve ever made was giving money to someone to help manage my music career. I met this person at a job I was working at, and over time, we built what I thought was a trustworthy relationship. He seemed genuine—someone I could believe in.

Eventually, he offered to help manage my career, but asked me to invest some money to show I was serious about working with him. Since we’d done a few things together before without any issues, I decided to take the chance and invest. At first, everything seemed great.

I sent him three songs and told him to pick which one he believed had the most potential since he was supposed to be investing more than I was. He chose one song—a track I actually didn’t want to push—but I went along with it. I paid out of pocket for the music video, instrumentals, a cappella, clean versions, and everything needed to prep the single for release. I also gave him a significant amount of money to handle his end of the deal.

In return, I was promised paid shows, interviews, and exposure opportunities. None of that ever happened. The only show I did was unpaid with a small turnout. I was frustrated because I had used a business credit card to fund this deal, and it ended up putting me in debt.

We had a contract, but I didn’t receive any of the things that were promised—no shows, no interviews, no real promotion. I almost messed up my credit over this situation. It’s been about three to four years now, and while he recently reached out saying he wants to make things right, I don’t have much faith left. Still, I’m willing to give him the chance to fix what he created.

If nothing else, it was definitely a hard lesson learned—like I needed another one in life. Lol.

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.

By day, I’m a handyman. By night, I’m a local Atlanta artist bringing good vibes and real energy.
I create music that blends reality and fantasy — songs that make you feel good and songs that hit home. From love songs to commercial tracks, my sound connects with the working class, the everyday people like me.

I’m not someone with an overinflated ego, but I’m confident in my craft and proud of what I create. I keep it real.

What I’m most excited about right now is my upcoming project, Heart Throb, set to release in early 2026. This project gives fans a chance to see my softer side, while still keeping that edge that defines me.

I’ve already released a few singles — “Trophy,” “Spend It All,” and “Curaçao” — and I might even add a previously released track, “Rich B,” to spice things up. You can find music videos for most of these songs on YouTube and Apple Music (excluding “Curaçao” for now), and I plan to shoot two more before the full release.

At the end of the day, I just want to create long-lasting memories and show people that no matter where you are in life, you can always do what you love.

Do you think there is something that non-creatives might struggle to understand about your journey as a creative? Maybe you can shed some light?

It’s hard for non-creators to understand the passion that drives you. People often think there’s some kind of limit—a time frame, an age, or a clock that tells you when to stop chasing your dreams. But when something lives in your heart, there’s no expiration date on it. What you love could one day be the very thing that sustains you for the rest of your life.

It hurts when people tell you you’re too old, too young, or don’t have the right look—especially when all you want to do is create from a place of love. Sometimes, it feels like those who never had the courage to chase their own dreams can’t stand to see you chasing yours. Maybe they gave up, and seeing you keep going reminds them of that.

But a little support—a simple “you’re doing great, keep going”—can mean everything. It might be the one thing someone needs to push through that creative block or get past the feeling of defeat. A few words of encouragement can change everything for someone trying to bring their vision to life

What’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative in your experience?

For me, it’s all about seeing the joy on people’s faces — watching them truly connect with my music. There’s nothing like standing on stage and feeling the crowd vibe with every beat. I love bringing a song and its visuals to life, and sharing pieces of myself with the world that people might’ve never seen before.

When I was younger, I looked more like what people expect an artist to look like. Now that I’m older, I sometimes catch people off guard with how good the music is — and honestly, I love that part. They never expect me to sound like that, or to be that good.

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