Meet Raivon Don’tez | Artist

We had the good fortune of connecting with Raivon Don’tez and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Raivon, what led you to pursuing a creative path professionally?
I Pursued music because it gave me a purpose. And it made me want to actually live life when I was in a dark head space. Pursuing Music has opened so many doors for me and it has let me experience things that never thought I would. It has also built up my confidence. And led me to be more assertive with my music as well. Through music I found my individuality and my authenticity that has made me the artist that I am today.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
I feel like the thing that would set me apart from most artists in cincinnati. Is the fact that I am a Black Alternative Rap Artist that loves to blend Rap, metal and punk rock together while a Trap genre heavy city that cincinnati is known to be. And feel so proud to be that type of Artist who is so different because I feel as though that makes my sound even more refreshing. Even though I am proud of my individuality in my music, it wasn’t easy by a longshot. I had to really stay consistent and hone my craft by working on my stage presence, my songwriting, my media training and my clothing style as well. To really make sure that was at the top of my game with my music. Some of things that I’ve learned along way are to trust your gut and bet on yourself. Showing support to other artists will never take away from your own success. Always be different and take ownership in your individuality and authenticity. And lastly this is a journey not a overnight success so be appreciative of every milestone and moment take comes your way. The Thing that I want the world to know about Raivon Don’tez is that I am Alternative Rap Artist who go against the grain and who is 100% himself. And That I put everything into my craft and that I am the K.O.T.M (King of The Moshpit).

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
Some of favorite spots to eat at are galla park, wild eggs oakley, first watch, Acapulcos and smokey bones.

I love to go Winton woods Park for fresh air and sometimes inspiration. And OTR for fun night.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
So I really want to shoutout some of the Musicians of Cincinnati that always inspired me and made me go harder within in my craft. Artists such as Paige, Tori Helene, Joe Eid, Tiana Dean, Tokyo Daniels, Tiger goods, Yung brincess and Khari

And I also to shoutout Businesses like the Mockbee, Thompson House, Timeless Recording studio for giving me a space to showcase my music

Website: https://raivonsmoshpit.com/

Instagram: https://instagram.com/raivondontez97?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/raivon.robinson.1?mibextid=ZbWKwL

Youtube: https://youtube.com/@RaivonDontez?si=TKXmdDoTIya-eXkF

Image Credits
Romain Maya Timeless recording studio