1. Would you please give the reader a little family background, i.e., Place of Birth, Current City you are based in, etc.…
– Originally from Ecuador, South America. Migrated to Boston, MA. U.S.A. in the mid 80’s till present.
2. What are your short and long term goals?
– To share the love, passion & healing energy of ‘House Music’ to it’s (our) Community thru musical offerings/events.
3. Passions and/or interest aside from music?
– I am actually a Master Builder / General contractor specializing in Custom Indoor / Outdoor Wood, Stone & Metal Designs. Building things from nothing (but design) has always given me an incredible feeling of profound satisfaction & accomplishment.
4. Who has inspired you, and why? It could be Artists, Bands, Activists, Politicians, Family Members, Teachers, etc.…
– I am inspired by my parents’ courage to migrate here (U.S.A.) to provide us with a ‘better’ opportunity. I am always striving to make sure it counts for something that their sacrifice was not in vain.
5. What message or advice you would like to give to music consumers/fans?
– Follow your heart; use your head. Listen to your gut! (I apply this to every aspect of my life in the pursuit of balance)
6. Would you say that you lead a well-balanced life? If so, how do you stay centered? If not, what changes would you make to achieve your desired result? Examples; Read more, exercise, better sleeping habits, more time with loved ones, etc.
– Because of my experience migrating here as a child & all the trauma that (potentially) comes with that. My goal is always to achieve balance and harmony in my universe, meaning in ALL aspects of my life. Music has helped me move on / heal from adverse life experiences (here in The U.S.A.)
7. Name three or more of your favorite self-produced tracks. Artist Name “Track Name” Label.
DEEP VIBRATIONS – Leo Alarcon & Max Pela on H.O.M.E. Recordings (B.O.S.)
AGUANILE IFE – Leo Alarcon Feat. Ife Franklin on Tambor Music (ATL)
ALL NITE – Leo Alarcon Feat. Liza Zayas (LUNA DEL FLOR) on Playroom Boston Records (B.O.S.)
8. Name three or more of your favorite tracks produced by others. Artist Name “Track Name” Label.
Shades of Jae – Moodyman
Plastic Dreams – Jaydee
Voices in my Mind – M.A.W.
9. Where would you like to live and why, City, Beach, or Rural(Farm Area)?
– I’m originally from the south pacific coast, and my goal is always to live on the oceanside!
10. What is more important, the sharing of music, or the format in which music is shared?
– I believe the sharing of music (not piracy) is essential because, in my opinion, it keeps the music /culture evolving. Platforms are nothing without content.
