FOR young Lindener Roderick Allicock, whose stage name is, ‘Static’, being a one- dimensional artiste is boring. The 21-year-old singer is aiming to create waves in the arts and entertainment industry by not only singing, but by being a person of interest in almost every genre of music.

The 2019 Soca Monarch finalist is currently reading for his degree in Communication Studies at the University of Guyana, and the knowledge that will be garnered over the four years will significantly aid him in becoming one of the biggest names in the Performing Arts.

“In the next five years, I want to be more recognised, not only as an artiste, but as a person of interest. This goes for music, drama, a major promoter and a senior person in which ever career I find myself in,” Static said.

He is also a teacher at the North Georgetown Primary School. Reminiscing on how it all started, Static said that singing was always in his blood, and this was recognised by his Watooka Day School teacher, Charis Joseph, who placed him in the school’s choir. He was soon competing in singing competitions.

He continued to sing at Mackenzie High School, where he was also a part of the school’s choir. He, however, didn’t realise that eyes were on him, and this was when he got his first break.

“In Fourth Form, at the age of 15, I met Devin Sears, who gave me the opportunity to write the nerd song, ‘I’m a nerd’, which featured three other Linden artistes. It turned out to be quite recognised. After such, I wrote and recorded by first single, ‘Company’, with Producer Jamal Alexander (Code Red Records),” the budding artiste related.

His biggest hit thus far, which has received lots of traction is “All Out”, which he performed for this year’s Soca Monarch competition. It was well received on both home soil at the semi-finals, and in Georgetown. While he did not cop any of the top spots, Static said, “Now I can’t even walk in the streets without compliments and motivation.”

In this regard, the young artiste said his biggest support team is his community, and pointed out names such as Chris Noel, Dominique Blair and Miss Enid Joaquin who kept pushing him for greatness.

For him and other young budding local artistes to reach their goals, Static believes that more recognition should be given to them by local promoters and the local media. “We need more opportunities to promote our talent. Systems need to be put in place to ensure that Guyanese music and artistes are protected and promoted.”

Despite these hurdles, Static is calling on other young artistes to push themselves to the limit if they are destined for greatness.