We had the good fortune of connecting with Ace Bugey and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Ace, is there something that you feel is most responsible for your success?
the most important factor behind my success would be the connection with my fan base. over the years i have seen it go from little to nothing, to something i can work with and count on when it comes to releases, videos, and merch when the time comes. without the ones who support me, im at ground zero with nothing lifting me up

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
i feel like what sets me apart is me wanting to prove others wrong. i have a high sense of competition and i work well under pressure when the lights are on, aimed to win. what i am proud and excited about is the fact that i keep going no matter what obstacle gets in my way and i find a new level of strength behind it all. i got this way by taking the losses i have, by feeling defeated during my journey of being a recording artist. not everything is all glitz and glamour because its more than just recording, its about feeling and painting the moment correctly and giving everything its own identity. before knowing that, recording can get the best of you, and can push you to a limit you didnt know existed. i want the world to know that anything is possible through failure and consistency. its okay to fail, as long as you get back up with intentions on fixing what went wrong to complete that goal you are aiming at.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
i actually just returned from a trip a few days ago — to Maine with my family for the weekend, i would take my friend there. i know its kind of weird but its a place where theres nothing but peace because theres nothing to do besides adventure out and see the world. theres nothing but water, hills, and open city to explore, with seafood as one of the main options its the perfect place to go. there are art museums, places of interest like the city fair, stephen kings home, and more within the state. clubs, im not sure of, but i dont care for those lol. some of the hot spots are Eagles Nest, Timber Bar, Judys and others to eat from. the mall has some nice stuff u dont see in other places too.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
in the beginning there were very few who believed in me becoming better — my mother always supported me, she just said if i used the “b-word” i would have to hang it up so it helped me in staying vigilant in who i was portraying. for the journey, time, opportunities and free game i’d give a thanks to 313Phresh, who is also a recording artist and producer who has helped me develop since day 1 literally. without the patience and guidance i’d probably still be trying to figure out how to do stuff on Youtube. of course the friends and family i thankfully still have around are a huge portion i would like to thank, they consistently show up everytime. being able to feel the support and manage it, is always better than questioning and wondering who supports you when its in your face.

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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjGzO_FcnRao3GkqryMA7wQ

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