Track 9. SKYZOO Interview!!!!!!!

This is the most exciting post to date. Today's interview will be with a Brooklyn native, and a true lyricist. He's worked with 9th Wonder, battled Jin, and had songs with the late great J Dilla (R.I.P). His word play is out of this world, and guess what? He's from Brooklyn. Anyone who knows me knows that I show a great deal of love to my fellow Brooklynites. Now I'm sure your still wondering who it is. You'll just have to read the interview to find out.

I'm sure you've heard this question too many times. How did you get the name Skyzoo?

Well my middle name is Skyler. That's the name that my parents, family, friends, teachers, everyone calls me. That's my name, and when I was born in 1982 there was a big disco group out from Brooklyn named "Skyy" and they had a big hit song called "Skyyzoo". My fam used to sing the song to me as a baby and it stuck as my nickname. So when I started rhyming I just ran with that, but I took a "y" out to make it closer to my name

Cloud 9: The Three Day High is ill. How did you write and record that in the short span of only three days? What was that process like?

When I make music, I usually write everything on the spot. The majority of my material was written right before I recorded it. I don't write at home and then bring it in later. I write it, record it, move on to the next. So with Cloud 9, I just started writing and recording. I didn't set out to do it all in 3 days, I just recorded until I was ready to stop. I felt 12 songs was enough, and it just so happened to be all within a 3 day period. It was an incredible process because I was doing the music just to do it. I didn't have a plan on releasing it. I just did it for me and 9th to bump in the truck.

There's a song on Cloud 9 called You & Me. Was that written for a specific female?

Nah it's a combination of experiences. Past girlfriends, current situations, etc. It was a series of collective points in my life thus far. That's one of my favorite songs on the EP.

9th Wonder did the beats on Cloud 9. How did that relationship with him come about?

I met 9th and the whole HOJ through my man Chaundon. He introduced me to them about 2 years ago and ever since then they've been my second family. I have tons of love for them and all they've done for me. 9th is one of the best producers out right now, so having him produce the entire EP is something that not too many people can say they have.

On Cloud 9 you spoke a lot about hustling? How does that influence your music? Did those experiences help shape you to be the rapper that you are now?

I speak about what I know and the world I come from. I choose not to glorify it but instead show all sides of light on it. The good, the bad, the ups, the downs, etc. It definitly shaped me to be the artist and the man that I am today. I try to keep my music as authentic as I possibly can. Meaning if I speak about it, I either went through it, experienced it, or had family and friends go through it as I watched. Whether it be good or bad.

Corner Store Classic recently came out. What collaborations and producers are on there?

The production on there comes from 9th Wonder, Dj Premier, Ron Browz, Black Milk, Illmind, Hi-Tek, Khrysis, J Dilla, and tons of other. Featured artists on the tape include Maino, Torae, Guilty Simpson, Sean Price, Stimuli, Nina B., and more.

Can we expect any up-coming shows?

Definitly. I'm hoping to hit the road real soon. I love rocking the stage almost as much as I love recording. To go to different cities and get love from people of different regions is unexplainable. I love the rush of watching the crowd get their money's worth.

You have done collaborations with some pretty ill artists and producers. Out of the many artists that you've worked with who has been your favorite?

I think working with Dj Premier has been the craziest so far. Someone of his caliber only comes by once every 20 or so years. To be able to say I have 2 songs with one of the pioneers of our culture does it all for me. If I never recorded again I can say that accomplished that. But everyone I've worked with has been a great experience and a blessing.

Are there any rappers and producers that you would still like to work with?

I definitly wanna work with Kanye, Timbaland, Just Blaze, Eminem. I think me and Em in the studio together would be crazy. Artist wise, definitly Jay, Nas, Mos Def, 50 Cent definitly, Jeezy, TI, and a few others. I'd love to pen for Diddy too. Diddy is the dude!

Who are your top 5 rappers of all time?

Aww maaaan, hmmm. In no particular order and not including myself; Jay-Z, B.I.G, Nas, Mos Def, and Andre 3000.

Rumor has is that you ghostwrite for a couple rappers. Is there any truth to that?

Aww maaan, I can't disclose that. Hahaha. Lets just say that the longer I'm around, the better everyone's music will sound. [Laughs].

How did it feel to win Underground Artist Of The Year?

That was an extreme blessing. I won "male artist of the year" in 2004, and that was wonderful. I'm up for another UMA this year as well so hopefully I can bring that one home to keep the other one company. Anytime you get recognized for your talent it's a big deal. No matter what kind of award it is. I treat all of them like a Grammy.

What artists are you listening to right now?

The Clipse, Black Milk, Lupe, Jeezy is crazy, 50, and anytime Jay drops new shit I'm always all ears.

Has hip hop lost its way?

Nah, not it's way, just it's direction. But everything has it's ups and downs. Nothing can be up forever. Hip hop will be here for as long as the world exists. We just have to keep the balance in the game or else hip hop will lose it's direction more and more. There's nothing wrong with change, but it has to make sense. The changes that are being seen in the game nowadays are ridiculous. I don't complain about the game at all, but I do see what's going on within it and there's needs to be a little more structure. But I'm not worried. Everything will work out fine when my shit drops. [Laughs].

Tell everyone your official Myspace URL: Www.myspace.com/skyzoo.

I'm on there everyday and I run my page myself, so if you holla at me I'm the one reading it and responding. I try to answer every single person back one by one.

Shoutouts: My whole crew, my engineer Dj Nyce, my manager rickcaps, my whole team behind, the whole NYC, and everyone who's a fan of what I'm doing. I appreciate it all.

Thanks for allowing me to interview you. Peace , Stay Up, & Good Luck.

http://www.jdilla.org/

"Corner Store Classic (The Mixtape)" Hosted By Dj Kay Slay & Mick Boogie Available NOW @ www.myspace.com/skyzoo R.I.P. Dj BK R.I.P. Stack Bundles R.I.P. Jay Dee/J. Dilla (the greatest)

The Interlude: Curtains Interview !!!!!

> I'm truly excited to finally get an interview with one of the most sick up and coming rapper. In addition to that he's from Brooklyn, and you know I have to show love to anyone reppin' the best borough in NYC. Make sure you cop the mixtape at http://www.firstplacelosers.com/dopecity.

> Tell everyone your name and where your from?

Hello world its the magnificent, vanglorious, hot steppin fella they call Dope Boy C better known as *CurT@!n$*

> How did you get the name Curtains?

Curtains simply mean the show stopper...Walk in a room and its just "All eyes on me" [Laughs]

>Your song "Its The Shoes" is extremely popular. Why did you choose sneakers as a topic for the song?

I love sneakers...I aint no sneaker head but I love me a nice pair. I wear all my kicks, I dont buy 2 for storage or none of that, I dont do the line up thing, I'm not on hypebeast searching, I just like a real nice pair of sneakers so I make music about my life and why not make a song about my foot game.

> YO! When the hell is the mixtape dropping? The anticipation is crazy right now.

August 1st I promise you. Its worth the wait...for the meantime check up on it at www.myspace.com/thegreatadventures.

> What will be the title of mixtape? How many tracks will be on it?

The Great Adventures of Dope Boy C: Dope City Vol. 1...its bout 18 tracks total including skits, freestyles and songs...its one big story so expect the unexpected. August 1st!!!

>You have a song called "I Promise" was that for a specific female? Speaking of which, Is there a Mrs. Curtains?

[Laughs], Yeah. "I Promise" is a true to life song that I definitely experienced. Very much written about a specific female.

> You have an 80's influence in your style and music. Where does that stem from?

That's a big misconception that i wanna clear up, i was born in '84, I barely experienced the 80's. My music is heavily early 90's influenced. The first song i've heard in my life was "Rampage" by EPMD. That was '91. I wasn't into music before that. So this vibe I got is from that era and on, that "Know The Ledge" era, that's the vibe I be on. I may nod off at the 80's and dig into that chamber every here and there but i definitely get my whole scene from the early 90's EPMD era shit.

> You do a column in Laced magazine. How did that begin?

Steve-O, Kwazz, and Saint are my homies. I bugged Steve for years to let me write a column in blog-like style before blogs were popping and he let me do my thing, so i get to talk my shit every issue. Shouts to Laced Magazine. Shouts to Connected Magazine, I had a huge hand in starting that magazine up and getting it running. I wanna do my own magazine real soon, something real epic.

> Who are some of the people that make up Hang Em High Entertainment? Can you elaborate furthur on exactly what it is?

Hang Em High is my family. My immediate circle of people that i ran with all my life. It got nothing to do with music really. Its more of a family based thing. High Society Life is the company we do all our ventures under. Check the blog... http://www.highsocietylife.blogspot.com/.

> Erik B and Rakim's "Know The Ledge" is a classic hip hop joint. What made you want to rap on that beat, and do a video for it as well?

That song was so epic growing up. Rakim said the coldest rhymes on that record. Rakim fanatics argue me day to day, but I could care less, those were his coldest rhymes ever said and that beat goes beyond magic. I just had to get my lil shit off on that one. Far as the video, I just wanted to take it back to the basics of fresh ass grimey videos. Niggas videos be too clean. The black and white grain look is so missing these days. I had a hella great time making that video, all my homies came out and it was cold as shit, but we had a hella great time.

> What rappers do you get inspiration from?

Kanye West, Lil Wayne, 50 Cent, Common, Andre 3000, Joe Buddens, Stack Bundles (R.I.P), Cee-Lo, John Legend, Will-I-Am and uhm Lupe Fiasco. That's bout it.

>Who are your top five dead or alive rappers of all time?

Jay-Z, B.I.G, LL Cool J, Snoop Doggy Dogg, and Kanye West.

> What artists are you listening to now?

Marvin Gaye, Kanye West, John Legend, Gnarls Barkely, EPMD, LL Cool J, Rakim, Big Daddy Kane, Sam Cooke, Ghostface Killah, Raekwon, Donny Hathaway, and Lil Wayne.

> Are there any record deals in the works right now?

Yeah I'm signed up with the big homie Tyrese...we got that Transformers money behind us. Got a few labels hollerin now, but I'm tryna raise the commas up in the offers so we takin it slow. Transformers just did $300 million worldwide, we aint hurting! [Laughs]

> What artist would you most like to collaborate with?

Kanye, Gnarls Barkley, Common, and Andre 3000!

>We all want to know when the album is going to be dropping? Will there be any collaborations on there?

The album coming before I die! [Laughs]....nah its halfway through, i'm tryna create a masterpiece. Its called "A Beautiful Mind" and "Its The Shoes" is on there..." Show Off" is on there, "I Promise" so you see the caliber of music coming. Far as collabs, I cant say as of right now.

>Your style is out of this world. What items should every man have to look his best?

Why thank you ma'am. A dude should have a great pair of jeans. I'm the type to get a great pair and wear the shit out of it for months. Uhhh i dunno, my style is so unorthodox i dont know what advice to give to others, [Laughs]...I go all out with accessories and hats and sneakers, every dude just gotta be clean, clothes gotta fit, not too baggy, not too tight, just fit.

> Tell the readers a little about HSL, and the HSL clothing line?

We still tryna develop it. My style is a cross between YSL and Coca-Cola so i'm trying to find that medium line to create a scene with. So 'til we find that perfect balance, we still developing.

>What are your top five brands/designers?

Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Coca-Cola, Benetton, and Levis.

> Your kick game is insane. How many do you own? What are your favorite pair?

Honestly I own about 15 pair of sneakers now, I've downsized and stop buying like I used to, I just find myself wearing my favorite shit over and over. My favorites in my closet are my Jordan 1's in black and blue, my Jordan 3's in white/cement/red, and my adidas Gazelle Gucci edition. That bout it. My Fila tennis' get a lot of love also.

> How does Curtains want to be remembered, when he is no longer here?

"That nigga had fun while he was here" that's what i want them to say. Remember me for being fun.

> What ventures/projects can we expect from you in the near future?

HSL clothes, the magazine, the album, im on my Hollywood shit so a movie/tv show aint too far fetched, I'm still ghostwriting, I'm producing now, engineering, I just want to stay busy all day so i keep on a chase to outdo myself in every venture.

> Tell everyone your Official Myspace URL :
www.myspace.com/curtains
www.myspace.com/thegreatadventures

Shoutouts to Hang Em High, Headquater Ent., Clark Kent, Jon Stock, Tyrese, Ody, Torch, Bless, Show, and everybody i love. And thank you for this opportunity to talk my shit! [Laughs] =)


Thanks, Stay Up, & Good Luck.

Track 8.

I decided to do an interview with a really cool cat. His name is Sais, you'll see how to pronounce it if you read further, (that's only if you've never heard of him, which I doubt). He's pretty well known amongst the sneaker community, and in addition to that he raps. To learn a more about him scroll down and check out the interview. You can also check out his Myspace page at www.myspace.com/imsais.

Start off by telling everyone your name and where your from?

My name is Sais© , which is pronounced Size. I'm a New Yorker..

How did you get the name Sais?

When I first started rapping my name was Jiggy Blades and then shortened to Jig Blades. I didn't feel like associating myself with the jiggy era so I made a change to Sais© and it stuck. I didn't even mean for the meaning of jig to be flashy more like a stabbin motion. [Laughs].

How do you feel about the current state of Hip Hop? Has it taken a turn for the worst or is it just a fresh approach?

I'm a fan of the 90s golden era of hip hop so I would say a turn for the worse. It seems like rappers nowadays are looking to this as a get rich quick scheme but the hustle is way different. A Fabolous clone is just not cutting it nowadays. Even looking at people's flow everyone seems like a carbon copy. I tell people it seems like hip hop evolved then devolved right back to its simplistic ABC flow.

Well anyone whose heard your music know you have a really unique flow. Where did you get your flow from?

I googled it. Nah just playing, as I said before I draw inspiration from the golden era really. I respect the flows of Treach, Big Pun, Kool G Rap, Camp Lo. More recently Freeway, I fux with his unorthodox flow. Lupe do his thing too.

In addition to rap you do many other ventures. What do they include?

I got a couple things, but I'll just shout out Laced Magazine right there so I don't jinx the good things coming up. Shoutouts to Steve and Kwazz and the whole GFC. I got my own column in each magazine.

How did that begin?

Well Steve-O hit me up when I had signed on a old screen name getting ready to delete my AOL account, Sais© 9 JordanZ. He had heard of me and peeped me in the sneaker scene so he offered a spot in the magazine. My brother always says if someone invites you to a party, go. So I'm here!

What artists are you listening to right now?

I don't even know, I don't really fux wit current rappers like that because they're all the same but I'll give Peedi Crakk some burn in the iPod, Freeway, Jayz, Lil Wayne and Nas.

Your kick game is pretty vicious. How many do you own?

Thanks. I may have like 50 to 55 now I used to have almost 100 pairs of pure Jordans. But then there were so many I didn't wear I decided to break down the count and do the quality over quantity thing. I don't care about having a million sneakers. I smush the competition not smash but smush. [Laughs] but really I aint one of the other rappers that don't know about this sh*t walking around with fakes claiming to hold that power. Shoutout to Fabolous by the way [Laughs].

When did you start collecting?

Around 1999 is when I first started really copping. I always loved sneakers but didn't have the money.

What is your favorite pair?

Air Jordan VI black/infrared.

How do you feel about the new cats jumping on the sneaker bandwagon? Is it a good or bad thing?

Well I'm from a different era of sneaker collecting because I got into it before the hype of this sh*t started. If you want to be real about it, hood niggaz and chicks been sneakerheads. People know that back in the day you go to Brooklyn you can see a girl or a dude that had to get every Jordan to stunt with right when it came out. Now this is all commercialized and like the thing to do. Before people aint know they were sneakerheads until they had like 20 kicks and someone would be like "damn you be copping mad kicks" Nowadays you can find kids with no sneakers on some "yeah I'm a sneakerhead I'm just trying to build my collection heheheh" its disgusting, but its whatever at the same time [Laughs].

Would you prefer a woman in heels or sneakers? Why?

I prefer a woman in heels, its all about the femininity for me, although I can appreciate a girl in a hot pair of nikes. Femininity is a word right? [Laughs]

I'll give you a couple words and you give me the first thing that comes to mind.

New York-The start

Waffles-Belgium

Sneakers-Jordans

Music-Sais

Sais-Sexy

Women-Beautiful


Thanks for allowing me to interview you.

Peace, Stay Up, & Good Luck.

Track 7. Mickey Factz Interview!!!

Happy to be doing this again. I'm sure everyone knows your name by now and wanted an update to see how you've progressed thus far. Make sure you download Flashback at http://gfcny.com/.


>So I'm gonna jump right in. Flasback will be dropping on Friday. What can we expect from that?


Woooooo. You can expect the hottest mixtape to drop everrrrrrrr. Its an old school cd, but its musical. We got Jazz, Rock, Pop, hip-hop, Lounge Music, R&B.... expect to be blown away.

>You recently discovered that rapper O-Solo had pretty much stolen the concept from your song " You Remind Me". When did you find out? How do you feel about that?

Well, [pauses to laugh].... I put this record out in February. Apparantly homeboy heard my song awhile back. Fact of the matter is his song catalogue is terrible. So to avoid getting dropped from TVT, he had to come up with something to save himself. This is the sad part, he did it for his career, I did it for fun. Haha. Now I knew about him trying to do the record back in april or may. And its sad that he's manipulating the people to have them think it was his idea. His version is corny, u can't understand what he's saying. Its just terrible. Its cool tho. Just lets me know I'm on the right path to success. We'll handle the situation accordingly. GFC style.....

>Everyone wants to know is there any deals in the works?

I got a couple of deals on tizzable. I've been to every label in the city so far. They know about Mickey and the offers/interest are there.

>What will be the name of the album? What is gonna be the first single off of the album?

The name of the album is called "Itz Mickey". The single is still undecided because there are sooooo many of em. Hard to choose.

>When is the album gonna be dropping, and will there be any collaborations on it?

Album is dropping late 08. I wanna big release for it. I should be signed before the year is up.

>I recently saw a Youtube video of you, and there was a guy named Precize doing the beat. His beats are ill. How did that relationship come about? Will he be producing anything on the album?

Precize did half of flashback over. We met through myspace and he's like my brother. He's going to be producing more than half of the records on the album and upcoming mixtapes.

>Tell me a little about the Japanese Fader photoshoot?

Yeah that was a good look. We went out, met with our fellow Japanese comrades. That's where the statement konichiwa comes from. They put me on. They came to us because of the strong movement and unity we're showing through-out the city.

>When can we expect you on the cover of Laced magazine?

When I go platinum. So next year.

>In the song Truth or Dare on In Search Of... you brought up Lupe Fiasco, and that you guys should do a collaboration called Blind Fury. Can we expect a Mickey Factz x Lupe Fiasco joint?

The Lupe and Mickey collabo is going down and its coming reeeeeeeal soon. Please keep ur ears open for that.

>Ill give you a word and you tell me what word comes to mind:

>GFC-Independent

>The Bronx-Home

>Sneakers-Culture

>Fame-Over-rated

>Struggle-Beautiful

>Hip Hop-Life


Thanks for another great interview with you Mickey. Peace. Stay Up.Good Luck.

Itz Mickey! GFC

Track 6. [Dreamcloth]

When the chance presented itself to get to interview a talented up and coming designer I decided to take advantage of the oppurtunity. You can take a look at it at http://www.dreamclothnyc.com/ or http://www.myspace.com/dreamcloth.

> Start off by telling everyone your name and where your from?

Rugz, Deniro,The Artist I go by many name.

> You have a pretty ill clothing line called Dreamcloth. Why did you pick that name?

>Because we all have dreams but not many of us take charge of them. My dream was to create my own cloth (clothing). I used to be a big dreamer when I was younger and as I grew a lot of it happened to be taken away from me at an early age. So now it's all or nothing and dreams aren't dreams anymore. Thats how the name came about.

> What made you want to start a clothing line at a time when so many > clothing lines are emerging?

>You are correct lots of lines are out and coming but its the art of it. A lot of these lines come from money. This is the growth process, I'm an artist in every shape and form. It's not how many lines its who can put out great shirts and jeans etc. Secondly most of these other dudes have mom and dad to give them money to start off thats not where I am with it. I mean if you have the funding cool, I'm happy for you. But How long can you keep coming up with nice things is the question. It's about being creative. I see through a special set of eyes, so I'm going to stay afloat.

> Right now your only doing male clothing. When can the ladies like myself expect a female line?

Happy you asked. The female line is being printed as we sit here. The Myspace page is up go check it out the lifestyle of the Pretty Crooks, High Class Sh*t Poppers http://www.myspace.com/belladreamrock.

> Who are some of your favorite designers? Who would you like to do a design collaboration with?

Ummmm my favorite would have to be Nigo for his vision and his style. He is a collector of many things from all over the world, so I admire what he has built with the Bathing Ape line. Who would I like to do a collabo? Anyone with talent thats ready to work.

> What is your ultimate career goal? What are some of your accomplishments thus far?

I just want to leave my mark here on this earth as an artist, originator, collector, etc. As far as accomplishments I have been in several magazines, video blogs, things are picking up, I'm just building to put us where we need to be.

> What would be a typical everyday outfit for you? How would you describe your style?

My style is terrific [LAUGHS]. I do what I want thats the key to fashion. Don't think to hard, just flow and you will wow them, if that's your aim. As of everyday fabrics for me hmmmmm I can't tell jackers probably scrolling down right now to jock my sh*t. Get your own sh*t poser!![LAUGHS]>

> Rumor has it that people from Brooklyn have the best style. What do you think sets us apart from anyplace else?

Because we are the birth place of style. Robbing and boosting you name it [LAUGHS] I hate to state that but it's true. From the start of Hip Hop we created the that "Get Fresh" attitude, and we are still setting trends today. From Kane in the 80's to Jay-z, and Fab now, just to name a few. You still see Lil' Kim crushing 'em in the streets with the $5,000 bags and heels. NY period is the birth of Hip Hop and Hip Hop fashion, so you already know!!

> What is the key item that every man should own to be on his style A game?

Haaa. Rare kicks. Gotta be able to pull out some before seen joints on them or exclusive accessories, change holders, watches, scarves, (not to put over your face). A nice cell phone is important as well, it says a lot about you as a man of business. In addition to those a nice backpack and chain ring, etc.

> Your kick game is pretty crazy. If you had to give away all your kicks and keep one pair what would they be?

The Nike Supreme Blazers red joints, with the Gucci color scheme.>

> Would you prefer your girl in heels or sneakers? Why?

Umm can't pick. I like them to switch it up both are sexxy [LAUGHS].

> I'm sure the ladies would like to if your taken or not. Is there a female in your life right now?

Yes there is my mom and grand mom [Laughs]. They mean the world to me, but nah I'm single.

>Shoutouts to Dreamcloth/La Bella Dream fam, Brooklyn, My family, I live this thing called life for them. Have a billion dollar day.

Track 5.

SPEECH. An urban renaissance man, well thats what I call him. He does clothing design, web design, photography and a broad array of other things. Although I am from NY I do have to show love to cats from other cities, especially if they've accomplished that much at the age of 19. Yeah YOU reading this, step your game up.


> Start off by telling everyone your name and where your from?

A : I'm from Detroit, Michigan, born and raised. Joy Rd.

> You have a clothing line? Who is involved in it? How did that begin?
> Where can we purchase it?

A: I own 1/3 of The Welldone, along with Raymidwest and Albyn Maranen. It's actually the final product from the merge of ABE Clothing and Farclose Clothing Co. You can purchase it at www.thewelldone.com, and you should be able to get it from sk8 shops in Michigan and Japan.

> If given the chance to collaborate with a designer who would it be and why?

A: Wow. That's a hard one. It would probably have to be the Designers of Nike. They work so hard to do what they do, and I comes out so nice. I'd love to have a Welldone X Nike shoe out.

> Photography means a lot to you. When did your love for that begin? Why did you continue to pursue your love for it?

When I first started skating, most of the photographers wanted me to take their photos while they skateboarded also. From there they just taught me how to use a camera. I can't put a camera down. i have to create media that puts people in awe. It's an addiction.

> Do you have a favorite photograph and photographer?

I don't have a favorite photograph, but right now, my favorite photographer is Richard Avedon.

> Your a skater. How long have you been skating? How do you feel about the sudden interest in skate culture? Is it a good or bad thing?

Skateboarding and Photography came hand in hand, so since 13. The sudden interest in sk8 culture is a good and bad thing... when I first started, I sacrifice myself just so I could skate. I got into fights, arguments, and been misjudged all because I've wanted that one thing. With sk8ing in the media now, it's easier to except. But many people are abusing their rights. There is no such thing as half way crooks. Go all the way or go home. No experimenting.

> Your an avid traveler.Where have you been? Does that influence you artistically? What have you learned while abroad?

I've been to Japan, and I plan to hit the UK in the next couple months. Besides the 50 states, traveling does influence me artistically. Going somewhere and breathing someone else's air, or eating their food, it's great, because you learn more about things that are different to you. Japan is great. That's my second home.

> Who and what influences you?

A : People who defy the law influence me. Not so much as criminals, but people who go out of the ordinary to make something happen and they stand by their commitment. That's what makes important people.

> So you do web design, clothing design, and photography. What don't you do? How do you manage it all?

I don't do ballet [Laughs]. I don't try to see it as me managing multiple tasks.. they all go hand in hand. I think it's beautiful when you can just take whatever you have around you and make something out of it. Don't be an artist of paint, or pencil. Be an artist of life.

> What has been your greatest accomplishment? What do you plan on accomplishing in all aspects of your life (career, relationship, etc) ?

Most people would say that I've accomplished much, but I don't see it as accomplishment, because I'm not done yet and I'm not stopping until I'm on top. I want to run a corporate multi media publishing company, doing everything from photos to sound. And I will have a big family.

> What artists are you listening to right now?

Termanology, Kool G Rap, Saigon, Tasha(Korean), and Breakbeats.

> I'll say a word and you give me the first word that comes to mind?
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> Detroit- Nest
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> Struggle- Training
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> Love- Product
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> Skating- Freedom
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> Photography- Expression
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> Art- Manipulation
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> Thanks for allowing me to interview you.
> Peace, Stay Up, & Good Luck.

Track 4.

T and I did not feel up to it, so we didnt go to the BHF. While T held down the fort here, I was in Jamaica for 10 days. Did alot of partying, it was fun while it lasted, but I started to miss home. Here are a couple of random ass pictures, it wont be much because I'm way too lazy to post them up. I cant remember where I took em so I guess they wont be captioned either.

Big Happy Birthday Shoutout to Mickey Factz.