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Tuesday, January 18, 2022

RAW INTERVIEW: Ya Boi L.I.V.E.


 

 This week's Southeast Hip Hop Magazine RAW INTERVIEW is on top indie New York artist YA BOI L.I.V.E.!

 

Southeast Hip Hop Magazine:  Where are you from, and where are you now?
Ya Boi L.I.V.E.:  I'm from Long Island NY, a small town called Amityville to be specific and that's where I'm at right now.
 
 
Southeast Hip Hop Magazine:  Have you ever traveled down south?  If so, what are some of the spots you've visited?  What states?
Ya Boi L.I.V.E.:  I've always traveled south since I was a kid. I was just in Georgia for thanksgiving. I always had fam in NC, Florida, Virginia


Southeast Hip Hop Magazine:  Speaking of places to visit, what are your favorite vacation spots?
Ya Boi L.I.V.E.:  Favorite?  I don't know yet.  All have been an experience but Jamaica & Mexico are both dope can't wait to double back word.  COVID threw my Jamaica trip for a loop but it was still a good time.
 
 
Southeast Hip Hop Magazine:  Who are some of your favorite southern rappers? 
Ya Boi L.I.V.E.: Geto Boys, UGK, Dungeon Family, Three 6 mafia ,T.I, Lil Wayne, Lil baby it's a lot.  The South definitely got something 2 say (Andre 3000 voice) lol
 
 
 
Southeast Hip Hop Magazine:  Who are some of the artists you are checking for now?
Ya Boi L.I.V.E.: Lil Baby, Est Gee, Nas, HER, Tyler the Creator.
 
 
Southeast Hip Hop Magazine:  Have you performed anywhere in the South?
Ya Boi L.I.V.E.:  I went to Texas for the first time this year. I had a show at the Aces Of Dallas Stripclub, definitely something to see. I've been doing shows in ATL since like 2006 some of the most memorable was Club Crucial, that was T.I spot. & Outkast's Stankonia Studios.


Southeast Hip Hop Magazine:  What does a performance from Ya Boi L.I.V.E. look like, what can people expect to see?  
Ya Boi L.I.V.E.:  Looks like I'm about to jump off the stage (laughs)  Nah really doe my energy is up especially when performing.  Staying true to my name Ya Boi is definitely L.I.V.E 


Southeast Hip Hop Magazine:  Tell our readers a little about your radio show?
Ya Boi L.I.V.E.:  I have a radio show/podcast called TracHouseRadio where we interview mainly indie artists of all genres of music as well as business owners, authors, chefs, clothing designers etc. 
We feel at TracHouse there are different levels of success whether you just starting out or been on a roll for ten years so we provide a platform for people to tell their story no matter what level they are on with music always being the underlying tone. 


Southeast Hip Hop Magazine:  Aside from music and your radio show, what other business ventures do you have going on?  
Ya Boi L.I.V.E.:  I also have a sportswear company called DaVille Clothing which started off with just t shirts & hats but we are expanding this year to a fall/winter collection as well as custom made to order one off colors & designs. Last but not least NbdbRealty which is the real estate side of things where we focus on rebuilding properties in run down areas to help those areas become more prosperous .
 
 
Southeast Hip Hop Magazine:  Where can our readers check you out?
Ya Boi L.I.V.E.:  Subscribe 2 the Youtube Channels: Ya Boi L.I.V.E & NbdbTv
   Follow on Ig @Livewire631 @TrachouseRadio
           Google me...... We outside Ldot out....



Tuesday, October 15, 2013

Interview with Some Kosher Yuppy (talks about "In Due Time", and more!)

   
South East Hip Hop Magazine recently caught up with rising hip hop recording artist Some Kosher Yuppy for a one on one interview to discuss his hot new single and video "In Due Time", his latest projects, plans for the future and more!  Read all about what this talented, bright young artist has to say....



South East Hip Hop:  How are you doing?
Some Kosher Yuppy:  I'm doing well life is good, no complaint.


South East Hip Hop:  What's the history behind calling yourself "Some Kosher Yuppy"?
Some Kosher Yuppy:  Well long story short I came across the word "Yuppie" in the dictionary in search of a word to fit the last letter of the acronym "S.K.Y." and the definition stood out to me which pretty much was ; " A young professional regarded as affluent, ambitious. I knew it wasn't coincidence it was a good fit, original and more importantly Me.  I didn't want to have a "RAP NAME" I just wanted something creative & natural… I replaced the "ie" with "y" and rolled with it. The homies just call me Yuppy usually, but yea that's the back-story on that..


South East Hip Hop:  How would you describe yourself as an artist?
Some Kosher Yuppy:  I would describe myself as an artist that is true to the craft on all angles… My passion is studying the game and mastering my approach and what I can offer to the Art… I Don't hold back or compromise, I show all shades of me when I make my music, that's what attracts people to music in the first place… it's that raw relatable feeling or thought that we as humans all have in common that we get to share through music whether you listen to it, or make the music people listen to… 


South East Hip Hop:  Who or what are some of your influences?
Some Kosher Yuppy:  With Life in general my Parents are my biggest influence overall to be honest, they're the reason I challenge myself the way I do they always pushed me to reach to higher levels as a person first, but musically guys like Andre 3 Stacks, Tupac, Kanye, Kendrick Lamar influence me as an artist…. that's just to name a few artist.  I'm influenced by Music Overall, its a real Passion of mine, I'm constantly inspired…


South East Hip Hop: What artists does Some Kosher Yuppy have in his iPod or CD Player right now?
Some Kosher Yuppy:  I've been listening to a lot of Vic Mensa lately… Pusha T's new Album, Danny Brown's New Album, Game's new project… My new Music is on there too of course...


South East Hip Hop:  What makes Some Kosher Yuppy different from most of the artists today?
Some Kosher Yuppy:  I think I'm different simply because there hasn't been another me yet and there never will be… Only I can be me, that's the beauty of individuality… Plus I'm just getting started I have so much progression to do so I'm seizing the opportunity and solely focusing on making the best music I possibly can…


South East Hip Hop: You are down in Orlando, FL right?  How is the music and entertainment scene there?
Some Kosher Yuppy:  Yea I'm in Orlando. The Music scene is growing, especially the Hip-Hop scene. A lot of quality Tours have been coming through the city so people are starting to recognize Orlando for more just than Mickey Mouse and Universal.


South East Hip Hop:  How would you describe Orlando as a City?
Some Kosher Yuppy:  Orlando is diverse, there's a little bit of everything… Especially with it being a tourist city and being world known, it attracts all walks of Life. 


South East Hip Hop:  What are some of the best spots to visit in Orlando?
Some Kosher Yuppy:  Nightlife wise Wall Street is pretty dope, it has a bourbon street vibe to it. Galactic G is probably one of the dopest spots to get Exclusive Urban Street wear… Taco Cheena is a food spot that has some of the best Tacos in town.

  
South East Hip Hop:  Lets talk about your new single and video "In Due Time", for those that haven't heard it yet, how would you describe the single and the video?
Some Kosher Yuppy:  Yea the video is getting some good response… Its one of those feel-good songs that everyone can relate too.  Everyone wants to be successful doing something they love, so knowing that you have to always remember that if you work and put your all into it then, "In Due Time" it will happen… the visual brought the words and vibes to life, during a good day in the city, very laid back scene.


South East Hip Hop:  What response have you been getting from this single?
Some Kosher Yuppy:  The response has been relatively the same, a very positive laid-back, honest concept over a dope beat. Good positive energy.


South East Hip Hop:  What are your plans after this single?
Some Kosher Yuppy:  Right now I'm finishing up my new project No Days Off… so we will be shooting and releasing a visual for a single from the EP and staying active with building the Brand GMATT & making dope music for the Label SCR.


South East Hip Hop:  Speaking of future plans, what do you have planned for the rest of 2013?
Some Kosher Yuppy:  The Plan for this 4th Quarter is to release the project No Days Off and to drop another Video…. Were working on some Dope merchandise right now too, that should hopefully be available end of the 2013 beginning of 2014.


South East Hip Hop:  Where do you see yourself in 5 years as an artist?
Some Kosher Yuppy:  In 5 years I see myself traveling the world and connecting with a lot of people through my music… Really living the Lifestyle and embracing the culture…


South East Hip Hop:  Is there anything else you would like to plug?  Any shout outs?
Some Kosher Yuppy: Yea I want to thank South East Hip Hop Magazine for the interview and all the love.. to Stay updated with the Kid go to my website www.thatyuppyguy.com. Shout out to the Home team SCR x GMATT… The Lifestyle over Everything..

Friday, May 11, 2012

Ike Ellis talks about the concepts behind his up coming album Cornbread (coming June 12th 2012) in this Interview

 




Rising Carolina recording artist Ike Ellis sits down with South East Hip Hop Magazine to discuss his forthcoming album Cornbread.  In this Interview Ike Ellis breaks down the concepts behind certain songs, who he worked with for this project, as well as explaining to the readers why this album is a "must have" for your CD collection or I-Pod.  Read all about what this young, talented brotha has to say.....




South East Hip Hop Magazine:  In one quick sentence, who is Ike Ellis? 
Ike Ellis:  IKE ELLIS is a artist from the bottom who is trying to do more than he done yesterday


How has 2012 been for you so far as an artist?
2012 has been a year of productivity, and rebuilding.  The organization of 100grand Ent and my media company has really propel the organization as an artist.  The amount of opportunities that have been available have been limited, but each opportunity has been maximized at it’s fullest potential.  The knowledge has elevated as an artist.  2012 is a great year as oppose the prior years as an artist.  The confidence is back.  The motivation is back.  The artist of IKE ELLIS is developing to magnitude greater than ever before.


Who are your top 5 emcees?
My list goes like this Tupac, Andre 3000, Biggie, Eminem, Redman  
Let's talk about your forthcoming release Cornbread, how would you describe the overall feel of this album?
The overall feel of the Cornbread album should embody the soul of black.  The album represents the motivation to keep going thru any struggle that is encountered.  The album to me is the element of surprises.  The feeling of being underrated with the ability to conquer any obstacle is the overall feel of the album. All my life, I was considered the underdog and only but a few things in this world help me make thru life.  The Cornbread helped me get thru funerals, good days, bad days, losses, gains, the love in relationships and other topics in life that a human being may incur.  Anybody who knows me well knows I eat a lot of cornbread.




What producers did you work with for this project?
For this project, I worked with ‘Focus’ of Dirtyscopebeatz, Brad M, and B –squared, and Reese-keys


Will there be any guests on this project, if so, who do you have?
The only features are from Qua Qween out of Port City and Picasso the Word Smith of Raleigh NC.


The lead single "Loving You" has you rhyming over a classic sample with the vocals from the original song sped up, and has a real "Boom Bap" feel to it... are the rest of the beats on this album sample based?
 Don’t know if I know what a “boom bap” feel means, but if you are referring to that bounce then yes. There are other samples on album. I couldn’t really capture the soul of black folks with any samples, but I need that bounce. As listener to music, I could get into the sampled music if it didn’t make me feel the music. To feel the music the drums had to be right. I am a universal type artist and my stills are not limited to a specific type of sound. With this album I tried to capture and define that Carolina sound. “Loving you” is a representation of that sound partly, however because Carolina is a melting pot of different type individuals defining the Carolina sound is very hard to do. For example, if you go to Charlotte North Carolina it’s possible you will hear the music that resembles Atlanta sounds, but if you come to Raleigh the New York type instrumentation including the samples are in heavy rotations.  The object was to create a universal sound to hit any city and the people will feel the music. 


How would you describe some of the other beats on this album? 
The other beats on the album are somewhat the same way as “Loving you” . The drums are banging, the bass is dropping but the album is eclectic when it comes to the sound.



  


What type of topics are you addressing on this album?

Being black in America, the love of the music, the thick skin needed to embrace those who don’t love what you love, the haters, complications with social injustices, dealing with poverty, inspiration to do more even though the circumstances, the love, celebration of life, karma, laws of power just to name a few topics. I concentrated on the universal feel because the world is greater than what we see from the front porch.


Who are the types of people you feel would be able to relate to what you are saying on this album?
Black men in America, woman who have seen struggles, rappers who are trying to make it in the industry, those in poverty, grew up in poverty, those seeking the similar truth and people who like to have a good time even though the days not promised or going well.


In your opinion, what would you say is one of the most creative songs you've recorded?
I don’t think I have recorded my most creative song yet.  When I think of creative I think of songs such as Nas “rewind”  “go he there” was mind boggling to me when I heard it for the first time.  Thus far though maybe the most creative song I would say I recorded was a song I done back on 06 called “Fast Cars and Large Bills”. The song was a true story about a girl who was infatuated with the life, but got consumed so much in the life, that her life was put in jeopardy by contracting the “aids’ virus. 


What is your goal for this album? 
My goals for this album is to sell 100,000 copies independently, establish my position as a respected artist in the industry, and actually achieve things that nobody where I am from have ever done before. 


Speaking of goals, what career goals do you have for yourself as an artist for the rest of 2012?
The career goals are to manage my company to the most maximum of my abilities, build the buzz, and generate income of the god given talents and abilities.  Continue to push when everybody counts me out. Like getting up when rocky got knocked out by the Russian. 



Is there anything else you would like to tell us about yourself and the new album? 
I appreciate your questions about the album.  The album is hot, but it’s great as well.  The topics in this album have been going on for years and will continue unless we as artist make it our business to speak on the truth in this world. 


Name 5 reasons fans should buy this album?
A fan should buy this album because the world needs more thoughts of the social injustices in America.

A fan should buy this album because I put my heart and soul in a pan for the world to eat.

A fan should buy this album because of my commitment to the music.

A fan should buy this album to support the cause.

A fan should buy because I would love them listening to the music even if they didn’t.