The Paris-native and electronic music sensation, Kevin Courtois, linked up with Respect My Region for an exclusive interview. He’s making waves throughout the electronic industry song by song, with the effortless ability to make feel good music on every track, you won’t want to forget his name!
After reading through the interview be sure to check out his latest single, ‘Settle’ at the bottom of the page. Enjoy!
Exclusive Interview With Kevin Courtois
*This interview was edited for clarity*
RMR: How did you first get into making music? And at what age?
KC: My dad worked in the industry and from a young age I would sit in recording sessions watching the whole process unfold. I started producing with my cousin at the age of 13, and would play around with my dad’s turntables in the garage.
RMR: Who and what inspired you? Was it someone around you that was into music?
KC: My father is a producer/ DJ, but my parents never pressured me into music, actually they wanted me to finish school, but by the time I was 16 I was working full time Dj-ing and producing.
RMR: If you weren’t a music artist, what do you think your profession would be?
KC: That is a tough question! I have been doing this my whole life and it was the most obvious career choice. I love food, whenever I am home I cook. Maybe restoration?
RMR: What is your personal favorite song that you’ve made?
KC: Leon, which I produced and named after my son who was born last year.
RMR: If you aren’t making music, what can Kevin Courtois be found doing for fun?
KC: If I am not doing something career-related, or partying, I am probably changing my son’s diapers. When I get a chance, I love cooking and playing tennis. Mostly, I am changing diapers and playing with my son when I get a break.
RMR: I’m sure you’ve traveled quite a bit by now, what has been your favorite city to visit while traveling for music?
KC: Ibiza! I’m actually there right now.
RMR: Paris is one of my favorite cities I’ve ever been to, is there a possibility that you’ll end up living out there full-time sometime in the future?
KC: I would love to live in Paris for a few years. Nightlife is a lot of fun there, and of course, I miss the croissants and baguettes.
RMR: What has been a highlight in your career so far? Like a moment that has stuck out to you more than others?
KC: There are so many different moments I can pick out for different reasons. For me, overall, I’m at my highest when I perform, and my audience knows my songs and gets excited on the dancefloor.
RMR: If you could work with any artist in the world that you haven’t worked with yet, who would it be?
KC: I’d love to work with an artist that is in a different genre, and right now the artist I have in mind (and I am currently listening to) is J Balvin, he’s killing it right now.
RMR: What would you like to accomplish as a music artist with a personal audience and influence?
KC: So many things! I want to tell stories with my music that bring people closer to each other. The release of my music video for “Settle” exemplifies that. I felt that I tapped into the psyche of what many of us feel after a break-up. Storytelling in this way brings solace to many people going through a similar experience.
RMR: Do you have any advice for listeners and readers that are pursuing music as a career?
KC: Never give up. Even if you have all the talent in the world in this industry everything takes time.
RMR: What could we expect from Kevin Courtois in the next several months or year to come?
KC: I have a lot of projects coming I’m very excited about. I have a song with Lexy Panterra coming out soon and another with Ray Dalton from the song (Can’t hold Us by Macklemore) I just released a remix of Rebecca and Fiona ‘Need You’ and I have another remix in the works for Conor Matthews –‘Tuxedo Camouflage’.
Can’t wait to share all those projects to the world.
RMR: Last question here, when could we expect a visit from you to Seattle, Washington!?
KC: Hopefully this year!
Austin Howell is a Journalist for Respect My Region and Owner of The Real Gentlemen’s Club.
