“The venue itself is one of my favorite places to perform in the city of Rochester,” said Prince O. “Tom and his crew are great and are always accommodating. I encourage any artist to book the space for any event you may have.”

The atmosphere was electric—good food, strong drinks, and a community of creatives came together to make it a night to remember. Even the audience was star-studded: Que from Day26 pulled up with his family, and renowned choreographer Asonte Harris was also spotted in the crowd, soaking up the vibes.

In his own words, Prince O shared the deep emotions surrounding this special day:

"I’m deeply grateful to have spent my birthday doing what I love, surrounded by the people I love. For years, celebrating was a challenge after losing my mother on my 9th birthday. It wasn’t until I felt I had done enough to make her proud that I could truly honor my own life. Though hers was cut short, I’ve finally found peace in celebrating what she gave me. I’m so thankful for everyone who reached out with calls, texts, and kind words—they mean more to me than words can express."

The Inspiration Behind Remember Me

In between the night’s festivities, Finesse opened up about the inspiration behind the album, offering fans a glimpse into his personal journey. “The inspiration behind Remember Me was interesting,” he shared. “Basically, don’t forget that I’m out here working. And if at any time I were to pass, I want my music to live on.”

The album is deeply personal, with one song dedicated to Finesse’s late sister, whose memory shaped the project’s emotional depth. “I went missing for a year after the last show, so me coming back was like, ‘Hey, remember me?’” he said, reflecting on his hiatus and triumphant return.

Prince O had a clear vision for “Roc’n Around”: to unite the community through music and celebrate the universal joy of the holiday season. “I wanted to create something that not only celebrates the joy of the season but also highlights the incredible talent we have right here in Rochester,” Prince O. “This EP is about community, love, and the timeless music that brings us all together.”

The mixtape is a collaborative masterpiece, with contributions from Prince O and Jacari Griffin as engineers who helped craft its polished sound. Prince O takes co-executive production credits, showcasing his versatility by contributing bass guitar instrumentation, background vocals, and behind-the-boards expertise.