SHONTELLE: QUEEN OF THE PEN The Basement Exclusive

In this intimate full-length interview, we talk with Shontelle about the experience of going from an unknown writer, to touring with Beyoncé and writing for Rihanna.

We also discuss her long absence from the spotlight, and her message for upcoming artists, and plans for moving forward as an independent business woman.

00:12:10​ - The Beginning
01:14:13 - Writing for Alison Hinds
02:15:09 - How did "Roll" happen?
04:00:06 - Favorite lyrics in "Roll"
05:41:05 - Getting Signed
08:41:20 - Working on Rihanna's single "Man Down"
12:56:10 - All about "Impossible"
15:09:08 - Inspiring Black Women in Music
16:54:17 - Thoughts on Legacy
17:35:11 - WHERE HAS SHE BEEN?
23:38:12 - Comparing Recording Contracts to Slavery
26:54:04 - Why she signed
29:03:23 - The Independent Route
33:58:01 - Advice for Upcoming Artists
36:17:06 - Goals for future

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Music by:
Jonny Easton
DMP Recordings
James Jessey Joseph
Shanta Prince
Dae
Produced, Directed & Edited by Camille "Adaeze" Evelyn
Filming and Audio by Amery Butcher

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shontelleonline.com

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