On Sept. 5, STAR BANDZ released her new single “Die.” The track showcases the 17-year-old’s clever wordplay and unique cadence, as well as a shift towards more polished production. The raw energy of her Estrella mixtape is still there, but now the beats are more radio friendly. The novelty of her age has helped boost her profile, but STAR BANDZ mostly stands out by being herself. Stylistically, she respects and admires fellow Chicago rappers like Chief Keef and G Herbo. In this interview, Jordan Edwards and Demi Ramos talk to STAR BANDZ about her origin story, writing process, and life outside of music.