LuvKChanté Exclusive: LKC Interviews Keshia Chante (Pt 2)

LKC Interviews Keshia Chanté

Part 2 'Different As Night & Day'

Keshia speaks with LKC about her
3rd Album Night & Day & she also
clears up the Aaliyah Movie rumors.

As Told To LKC
November 4th, 2010

What is the overall theme for this album?
KC: With a double album, both sides are very different. On the 'Night' side, you will get songs like "Table Dancer", uptempo, dance, pop, club-driven, and on the 'Day' side, you will get songs like "Test Drive" which will be soul, R&B & acoustic.

Approx. how many songs did you record this time around and was it difficult to narrow them down? - Jay
KC: Hey Jay! The writing process hasn't ended yet. I'm constantly thinking of new ideas & song concepts and I really want to make as many songs as possible before the deadline. I really want to give my fans the absolute best of me, which is why I decided to make the new album a double album. So far I have written & recorded 60 songs. Narrowing it down is always difficult and this time around wont be any different! :)

Who were all of the producers and or artists collaborations that you've worked with on 'Night And Day'?
KC: I traveled a whole lot, working with Ne-Yo & his camp, Outsyders (Britney Spears "Womanizer"), Makeba Riddick & more wonderful songwriters & producers, but I still didn't feel like I found my own "sound". I realized I needed to dive deep into myself & step my songwriting game up. I came back home to Toronto and decided that I wanted to just write in a "jam session", all vibe, no pressure environment. I got into the studio with Vic Park and had a great time! We have crazy musical chemistry & I was able to find "my" sound. For the rest of the album, I did just that. Working with musicians and creating what I wanted as oppose to adding to music that already exists. The entire album process has been very organic.

What are your favorite songs from 'Night And Day' and how different are they from your last offering, '2U'?
KC: I loved 2U. It was fun & heavy and totally where I was at 18 years old. Those songs were solid & I'm proud of that album. I feel like the 'Night' side of my new album is reminiscent of 2U but with more growth, with songs like "Jersey Up". The other side, is where the depth is. It's mature & honest. Not one song on 'Day' doesn't come from a real experience. I think 'Day' will be where fans really get to know me. Literally every song on the album is a favorite (I mean.. literally! lol) but the one's I'm super excited to share are: 

 
"If U Say".. this song really resonates. The first portion of this song I wrote & recorded it on the spot. A complete freestyle & it was just super real. Cracks in my voice and all, just raw. ("If you say you love me, than just make it right"). It's about being disappointed in a relationship, a lot of empty promises & something every girl has been through. ("Yesterday you promised me Tomorrow")

"Pillow Talk"
This song's about how guys have a hard time opening up and keep everything inside and to themselves. In this case, it's late at night when hes done battling the pressures of the world that he opens up and shares his feelings. ("Sometimes you walk around feeling defeated. Tell me all your fears, ill keep it a secret")

"Gamble On Love"
This song is super witty. It's a concept song on love being the gamble using casino lingo throughout the song. This one has a dope little bounce to it. ("If you roll the dice, I'll be your 7. Stack your chips on black 11.")

There's many more, but I like surprises ! :)

What did you take from working on this album?
KC: I learned a lot about myself writing this album. I can be sassy & strong but I also have a super vulnerable side & for the first time, I'm not shy on sharing it. You will hear me talking about things on this album that I don't think I would ever say in an interview. This album is my diary, only open to my fans.

Check out what KC has to say about the 'Aaliyah Movie' rumors after the cut. 

Many blogs, fans, and people alike want to know there or is an Aaliyah Movie or not? Yes or No?  

KC: I'm not allowed to speak on it, but something is being worked on. :)

How is your relationship with Rashad & the Haughton Family? Have you met them?
KC: I have never met them. But there has been communication.

How were you approached for the 'Aaliyah' project? Did you audition or did they offer you the role?
KC: I was approached and offered.

Has the movie started filming yet or no?
KC:No