“It’s Now or Never” got old, and now he on: “The New Run”
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“It’s Now or Never” got old, and now he on: “The New Run”
Interview:
Jaydahmann
Toronto artist Jaydahmann is on a large platform doing tons of work with many well-known hip hop artists currently and in the past. Most up ‘n coming artist first goals are to get on radio weather it be Internet or airwaves; he has been in the number one spot on different sites, stations and networks. Now moving on to the next one he is wants to gain more recognition in the Toronto scene by putting out well put together material. This is the kind of guy younger dudes just getting started in the rap game should look up to for guidance. Spreading the positive side of this industry and helping others learn from his mistakes encountered along his journey. He had it all going for him and it came to an erupt stop due to personal issues, and has come back to take his place in the industry as a renewed person. He took time out of his busy day meet up with HOOKEDUPB for an interview:
You are an extremely busy guy doing: performances, mixtapes, and events; how do you keep up with it all?
Basically, um, time management! First and for most- there has to be a passion, if there isn’t then you’re not going to able to keep up. There are 24 hours in a day- you gotta utilize every one.
Name some of the things you have done that boosted your career as a rapper?
Connecting with well-known artists in the city is always good. Creating music coming from my heart- ‘cause they can sense that you're real and not just a gimmick! I would say that my products (mixtapes) and natural talent are very well received and above average- swaggaa (ya)!
Have any of your tracks been on any underground count down lists or played on the radio?
Many, about.. Um.. A lot of collabos on different radio, Internet radio and hip hop sites, maybe 12 that I know of over the course of four years. I can't even listen to everything, there’s a lot of stations you know! Beats from the streets, Flow 93.5, WBLK, CHRY 105.5, 89.5…the Internet ones: Fusion, CHAMP, and others…the list goes onnn!
If you had a chance to open for your favorite-signed artists who would it be?
Hmm, I never thought about that before I always think about headlining my own shows. I think that thinking "Big" fills the drive in you! It would probably be 50 Cent. There’s just something about 50. I speak about 50 in my songs; we had the same up-bringing; a house full of kids, no food in the house. We relate on so many levels. I also love the way he conducts his business and supports his artists. That would be the artist, 50 Cent!
Do you think it is wise for underground artists to expand with merchandising?
Definitely, because as you know in the music game there isn’t any money right now. Funds aren’t what they used to be, a lot of them (artists) aren’t educated- so you can’t just focus on the music, merchandising comes with it, a branding! You have to brand yourself because executives now a days are signing artists to what I believe is called a ‘360 deal’ where they take a piece of everything- tours, merchandising, ringtones, everything!
Can you leak some info on your next plans (videos, shows, callabs, voting)?
We got a major video shoot coming up. Were gonna do the shoot at the end of May, we hope to have a lot of support from the city. Working on an EP, maybe, it might be an album, and it could take about a year ‘cause management wants everything to be perfect. Lots of visuals for you- it’s going to be a hot summer!!
I’m liking your album cover, do you thinks it’s important to have an “A Game” cover to standout?
Yes! Your album cover presentation is key, if its whack- we ain’t picking that up!! It has to stand out. When you see my cover it’s coming out at you, I’m coming out of my skin breaking away from the old me into the new me. It has to be compelling, it has to signify something- and that’s the true meaning of art. I have one of the best Graphic Designers- he’s always really deep.
How do you feel about the artists that have made it big out of Toronto- Drake, kardinal Offishall?
I’ll start with Kardinal- he has the hustle embedded in him it’s always been in him. He wasn’t always the go to man really, people at the time thought that it was going to be Choclair I heard people say that if anyone was going to blow it was going to be Choclair. Kardi kept his roots close to the Jamaican background. The lane that he’s in- opened the doors for me. We share some similarities too, he mixes it up with a patois, I mix it up a lot. If he didn’t, I wouldn’t have it like that! I’m thankful for that!
Drizzy- Drake- that dude just kicked the door wide open! As well there’s things that he does that that I do. He speaks with a lot of intellect, I do that also. He does story telling, I do that too. I thought I was the only one doing that!
With everything you do there’s competition, I took it as a challenge too. It made me step up my game and stand on my own two. Not going to knock anyone! He’s number 1, people think it’s because his people have money- it helps, but can’t knock him! His uncle has connections; growing up in the hood there’s no handouts. I’m glad that Toronto showed him the way. I can respect that ‘cause he’s good people. People are now looking at Toronto and I thank him for that, and he shows respect for other Toronto artists too. Drake- “Replacement Girl” was when he was on his way, at that time I remember vividly, he had gave shout outs to about 15 Toronto artists on his Myspace page, I was one of them - he’s good peoples.
People can download “The New Run” Mixtape at: http://www.jaydahmann.com/ , can u sum up the ‘tape for us?
Signifies my new journey, signifies renewed life. Um, so I don’t know if you watched the promo video I said I’m done with the new ways of doing things and went back to the old ways of doing things. Went back to the roots- where honour meant something- trust! I’ve been betrayed (in a significant way), I was left for dead! It renewed my faith in God, that’s where I gather my strength. I decided to put my hand out for help and my real dogs like Breezy answered. You can’t let pride get in your way, you will die alone and your life will be unfulfilling if you have too much pride. My peoples around me now see the vision and are willing to do what it takes to see my vision come to life. During my last outing and what I mean by that is my last mixtape: “It’s Now Or Never”, it was me but there was a lot of influence around, you can hear it in the music. There are certain things I don’t want to glorify. To create this new mixtape I took the same process I used when I was creating “Am I My Brother’s Keeper” it was just me and the music, no unwanted influences. No girls, no friends around, just me. Me and the experiences of these two eyes and because it’s renewed, instead of going left I’m going right, you know what I mean!? “The New Run” is new life, me breaking out of my shell. I don’t have much time left the hustle is on!
Shout outs?
-Joel, he believed in me when I first started, he kept me going when I wanted to quit. He told me that I was one of the best
-Ecko, he believes in me, he got me on Rapsheet DVD
-Shout out for my right-hand man, Breezy, he’s now management and it’s on an poppin!
-Shout out to the people I do this for!
-2 daughters
-Brother: Yunchie the Don
-Mom & the rest of my siblings
-Jay Bird and Big Ten Records
-Heavy-Weight Bangers
-HustleMann Squad, for making me see what the road life was about
-Grandma, for telling me to clean up my rap lyrics and forced me to become more lyrical
-Kiko
-Big Blax and Age for gettin’ me on my 1st show and makin’ me feel like family from the jump
-Hakeem
-Natty
-Show Stephens
-TG
-Iron Mike, we’re going to smash the world with the single
-The “Queen”
-Most importantly, Legend and Ignite Entertainment for sticking with me all these years
-THANK YOU TORONTO FOR THE CONTINUED SUPPORT- THAT’S WHATS UP!!!!
CONTACT **Jaydahmann**:
legend@igniteentertainment
info@dav-ent.com
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Hood Klik in The House
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Hood Klik in The House
Interview:
Trinity, Crazy8~on~Cloud9 a/k/a , & Siddie
If you’re looking for an ambitious crew holla at Hood Klik specifically: Trinity, 89', & Siddie. They do it all! They’re just coming around the corner with they quick flow and fun nature- so be prepared. Not only do they have what it takes musically but they also know that it’s an asset to have a business sense too. These guys were discovered at a show and now with the motivation and support from friends and family they are putting in work with more: shows, videos, and tracks. Their goals are to position themselves in Toronto. They are open for any opportunity to get exposure: rap battles, features on mixtapes, shows, callabo’s, radio- you name it, they want it!
How did you get into the BUSINESS of this industry (networking, friends, shows)?
89' & Trinity respond:
Basically thru shows! Trane Studio was one of our first open mic performance from when we got noticed by: Domansi! He’s (Domansi) how we got noticed- president of cloud 9 Enterprises (the founder), Opened up the shows and networking at his spot every Thursday, currently at Mood Lounge. Doing it was a hobby at first but people said we should pursue it more– we so good!! People told us we needed to know the business side- to meet financial success.
Where do you see the Toronto Underground industry in two years?
Group:
Still underground!! -Probably be bigger, everyone hearing Drake, we (Hood Klik) plan to be up there- so we gonna help the scene. It might be more mainstream! Look at Drake, a Toronto Artist, his videos are reaching number 1 on American networks. When was the last time someone from Canada had it like that!?
Besides the obvious talent that you have what other assets do you have to be a successful?
Group:
We’re all in College (Trinity, Siddie & 89’)- right now we enrolled in a business program. Artists in Toronto if you don’t know what to do- Networking, business, have the “it factor”, have to be an entertainer- all in one basically! Unless you have money and get other people to do it for you!
You have a new video coming out soon can you let us in on what we can expect?
Group:
Oh ya we have a video coming out next week it’s called: “Blood on My Finger Tips”. Directed by: Slim. It was filmed in Toronto, mostly the East end. Check it out at: www.HoodKlik.com!!
You are from: Hood Klik | On De' Grind enterprise (www.HoodKlik.com), what is the next milestones for y’all?
Group:
Right now get out there- easily assessable to the public. If I ask you who we are and you know- that’s good! Doing: performances, TV Shows, Music videos- ya lots of videos, Hood Klik Album coming soon.
How do you get in the “zone” best during shows or when you’re in the studio?
Siddie- just picking up the mic
Trinity- for shows- just feed off the crowd, I might be nervous before the shows but when I pick up the mic it’s on
89'- Shot of Hennessey/ liquor don’t hurt you know!
Trinity- the fans and supporters of real music, the groupies too
I was watching one of the video’s on your website doing a performance with Lokz (www.HoodKlik.com) Trinity, is that you with the quick flow- how did you find your talent?
Trinity- All three of us do actually.. We take it to “A Whole ‘nother levellll!”
Siddie- grade 7/8 rhyming and joking around at school that’s how I found out about freestyle battles.
Trinity adds in- Siddie is undefeated on freestyle battles
89’- started rapping and freestyle’in for fun (wasn’t too good at freestyle though) Recorded my first track- “On the Grind”- its on Grind Ent. My cousin got me into fast flow! I merked it and that was it…
Trinity- and the groupies!! (haha)
89’- started out hanging at Lokz studio, heard some underground beats. I guess that’s when I started and practice practice…and we never had a disappointment from any of our shows or audience.
You are currently in school are you taking something to leverage yourself in the music industry or are you taking something different?
Group:
Its 50/50- took a business course to apply that knowledge to the industry but not just tha,t we want to venture out- decreases the chances of failure. I’m on the Jigga thing…if I ever say I’m going to retire- its just to get more records sales- a Jigga thing! I’ll never stop creating music fully.
Do you have any shows lined up for the future?
Trinity:
Check out www.HoodKlik.com
Got two: May 20th, with MVP sound crew- google him, or check out MVPSoundCrew.com !
AND
May 27 at Mood Lounge with Cloud 9 Ent. (Bay/ Bloor- 123 Cumberland St.)
What is your best track and why?
Group:
Hmmm, we don’t have many tracks with all of us on them. But the people seem to like “Smoking That Dro” or “On De’ Grind” – ya people/ everyone loving dat, the other one- same thing! OH “Blood on My Finger Tips” is a banger, some real music, And “Go Getta’” is being mastered right now, (look out for the video).
Shout Outs?
Group:
-First off I wanna shout out Lindsey from HOOKEDUPB Magazine
- www.HoodKlik.com & On De’ Grind Enterprise
- All the Hood Klik members (too many to list)
- Northern Naughty
- Lokz
- Tony G
- Concept Books
- Toronto. Canada.
- We’ll just put it like this: if you know of Hood Klik, or we know of you, ya’ll get a personal shout-out
Trinity:
-Also, to all the fans/supports and groupies, especially them pretty ladies with a nice face, slim waist and big beautiful booties!
CONTACT HOOD KLIK:
Website: www.HoodKlik.com
Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/416Trinity
Email: HoodKlik@HoodKlik.com
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Underground Track for April 2010!!
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Underground Track for April 2010!!
Who:
Chopz- "I Don't Care What They Say"
Place:
Toronto, Ontario (Flemo)
Genre:
Rap
Youtube Link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-srzGH0YjU
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There is No Such Thing as Accidents
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There is No Such Thing as Accidents
Interview: Teflon Johnny
Introducing Teflon Johnny from Staten Island (USA) and his unique approach to music combining different genres and a voice that could be compared to Barry White- many would say he’s a walking miracle. Teflon Johnny has been through many trials and tribulations throughout his life that has made him strong and versatile in the music industry today. He plans to continue heading north with shows and get his name and style known to the masses. HOOKEDUPB MAG got him on the phone to talk about his: background, history, and future as an artist!
Can you tell us about your history and background to get a feel for who Teflon Johnny is?
As far as my background- more or less my interest in Hip Hop came about by me being into Metal, Electro, Rock, also dance…always experimental with sounds when I was young, with all those sounds fused together- this is where it has gotten me! That’s how I created my own sound I guess you can say.
I come from Staten Island originally and I lived all over different parts of New Jersey and New York. That’s why I think I get along with different types of people- I click with people. Coming from where I did and the way I was brought up made me very tough yet sociable.
When I was ten years old I had a bike accident that put me in the hospital in a coma for 10 days! Just before I came out of the comma the Doctors told my parents that they didn’t see me progressing from there and suggested that they take me off life support! About two hours later I started to open my eyes. I had a plastic tube put in my neck- to enable me to breath. 1992- 1995 I was rehabilitating- I had to learn how to do everything all over again from a wheelchair. In and out of rehab centers and many surgeries.. I am better off; the come back was Impressive you know! Came out ahead if anything to live a normal life. Now I want to excel at everything ‘cause of the inflictions and tragedy in the past. I will continue to rise above in everything I do, especially when the odds are stacked against me. To this day I still visit the hospitals and rehab centers to remember where I came from and how far I have come. As well as speak with children and parents who are still struggling. Sometimes people just need a little hope.
How did you get the name Teflon Johnny?
That’s funny actually, in school friends I had said I remind him of John Gotti, even various jobs of mine I kept getting called John Gotti. I though that was too cliché to call myself John Gotti …I wanted something original! Teflon itself though was discovered by accident, its strong protective and obviously nothing sticks to it.. The Johnny part is self-explanatory. It just kind of happened.
Your next show is a Hip Hop Showcase in Staten Island on April 29th 2010; is there any significance about this show in particular?
It’s a big deal to me because it’s in Staten Island- where I’m from! My popularity is in places like Canada, Africa, Germany…my listeners come from those countries. I’m heading north from where I am in Jersey and moving further and further north.
You have ten years experience in the underground industry, starting with experimental electronic to Hip Hop- how did that change come about?
Basically a big fan of Dance music, dance remixes ETC. I started to hear the remixes where guys rap on the beat! I realized that I kinda sounded like those guys…All Hip Hop is starting to sound like Dance music in 2010, that was popular back in the 90’s that almost 20 years ago!!
You have a deep voice that can be compared to Berry White, do you think it makes you stand out from the rest?
Well I think my voice works for me and against me! Some people think I’m putting on persuade- as you can tell I sound exactly the same as I do on my tracks. People do recognize my voice… I think I appeal to people my age and older. Young people tend to listen to a different kind of artist that sounds nothing like me.
What kind of music do you listen to personally- what’s in your iPod?
I’m a 90s guy for the most part. The dance music, techno and real hard metal that was infused with Hip-Hop. There are a few exceptions though.
Good example, in 2002 I found my favourite Mc/Rapper. I was in a car accident and as skid off the road into the spin, the song playing at the time was D12- “When The Music Stops”. When I hit the pole and blacked out- the song was still playing and I heard Proofs verse. I didn’t know it was Proof at the time. I thought that there might be some kind of reason for that so I searched for all his music I could find. I learned that I had a lot in common with him. Song structure all the way down to diction. I learned a lot from him. I still use him as a guideline today.
D12- “When The Music Stops” (video):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qNHOivdY1SA
“No Skill Just Talent” (EP) is for digital sale ($4.99 US); how many copies did you sell thus far?
Oh that was back in 2007 and it’s more like a demo!
I’d say physically sold less than 100…distributed boot leg in the hundreds- not sure how many! More popular online circulated in other countries. Wasn’t that popular among my peers to be honest, but that made it even better when it did catch on. - http://www.soundclick.com/Store/byArtist.cfm?bandID=363024
Are you currently working on new projects regarding your music?
Right now I’m working on a mixtape. A lot of tracks down- a lot of collabs…guys are from South Africa, Italy, London- most of the features on the mixtape will be from other countries, because of my appeal in those areas. But you can definitely expect some local artists, gotta represent.
What has been the most exciting moment for you as a malti- talented artist?
Probably in 2008 when I opened for a real popular metal band named Twine. In front of all those metal fans and for me to do my own original music, it was crazy. Vibin with that energy, many elements of music were showin thru and the crowd understood it!
As an artist where are you aiming to go in the future?
I’m the executive producer of my own record label; later this year I will be signing other people to the label including singers and live bands, not just rappers. My main focus for the present is doing as many shows as possible.
Just a random question; There is a lot of controversy regarding the new health bill in the United States how do you feel about making health care available to everyone in the United States?
Health care is great. If I didn’t have the proper health care I wouldn’t be alive today. Just like anything else some people might need education on the entire system and use, although, free health care is in the best interests for everyone in the long run.
Shout Outs?
I wanna say wassup to The New Jersey Underground Hip Hop, my label - Scarpelli Records, my hype man who u’ll see with me at my shows; Dino Shnoz,
all the Djs in the clubs.. Every single one of my fans from South Africa and Italy to Staten Island New York and Northern New Jersey.. Give me 1 year and I’ll be doin shows in all your towns!! Last but not least I need to thank my family, for all the support and love through the hard times!!
CONTACT- TEFLON JOHNNY:
Facebook – http://facebook.com/teflonjohnny
MySpace - http://myspace.com/teflonjohnny
Official Site – http://teflonsales.com/id15.html
Reverbnation – http://www.reverbnation.com/teflonjohnny?add_email=true
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