So he just recently released his debit LP, "The Exit Method" and follows it up shortly afte with a pretty slick looking video for his single "Bang". What's next for young Kash?
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March 10, 2010
Bang - Kalil Kash
So he just recently released his debit LP, "The Exit Method" and follows it up shortly afte with a pretty slick looking video for his single "Bang". What's next for young Kash?
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February 25, 2010
Kalil Kash - The Exit Method
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December 23, 2009
12 Days Of RazMas: Days 9 & 10 - Be Gone feat. Kalil Kash/ Burning Bridge feat. Scienze
Back to back collaboration tracks with Kalil Kash and Scienze. Definitely two totally different types of records for Raz, showing his diversity.
1. How long have you known Kalil Kash? When did you first begin to record and perform with Kalil?
Top $ Raz: I've known Kalil Kash for about a year and a half now. We met at Training Camp Tuesday open mic at the Pyramid club. That was my first day of pursuing this hip hop thing as a career. First track we recorded was "Be Gone" and then after that was "Right in Kissah" with J Monopoly. We were both coming up and figured it make sense to join forces. In the beginning there weren't many shows so we would give each other a song on our sets, and make sure we performed "BE Gone" at every show so each of us could shine. I think it's worked out well for us.
2. You guys ever discuss doing a full length project, the likes of say Red and Meth's "Blackout"?
Top $ Raz: Yeah we've discussed that. As a group we are Blac Dinero. First priority however is to get our solo projects as much burn as possible. Kalil Kash will be dropping his album in January titled "The Exit Method". It's gonna be dope.
1. Kalil Kash: Looking at the full project, Spilled Milk how do you feel about aside from the fact of actually being on it?
I think the album definitely shows a lot of growth from his last one. Just feels like he took more time with this one to make it a more memorable piece of work. I was very impressed.
2. Kalil Kash: Does Top $ Raz make an appearances on your forthcoming project? When's the album coming and what is it about?
Yes, he appears on "Right In The Kissah" on The Exit Method. I'm aiming to release the album late January. It doesn't really have a concept, but the title itself represents the mental getaway that the album should provide the listener; hence the name "The Exit Method".
1. "Burning Bridge" sounds like a reworked Dilla track. Are you singing? Do you think that in the future you'll be doing more then rhyming on tracks, possibly producing them or even singing seriously?
Yeah that's me and Scienze 'singing' on the hook, without auto-tune! I probably will keep the singing to a minimum. I produced a few songs off my first album "The Narrative", including the lead single SSDD, but this time around I just sent certain songs to sample and put my 2 cents in to what kind of songs I wanted.
2. Do you ever create music with a specific audience in mind? Like you know what, this time out the gate, I think I wanna do a song 'just for the ladies'.
I did that with the first album, and that's why this one is better. this album is just me being honest and not forcing anything. I did what the beats pulled out of me on this one, I didn't try to make a song for everyone. This track is based on something that really happened to me, so I wasn't trying to make something for the ladies, the beat was just asking for it. Before I made that track I was thinking "damn I don't have one track for the females," but even knowing that I refused to ask for a beat from a producer so I could make that track. I wanted to make sure everything came natural, and that's why this album is special to me.
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1. How long have you known Kalil Kash? When did you first begin to record and perform with Kalil?
Top $ Raz: I've known Kalil Kash for about a year and a half now. We met at Training Camp Tuesday open mic at the Pyramid club. That was my first day of pursuing this hip hop thing as a career. First track we recorded was "Be Gone" and then after that was "Right in Kissah" with J Monopoly. We were both coming up and figured it make sense to join forces. In the beginning there weren't many shows so we would give each other a song on our sets, and make sure we performed "BE Gone" at every show so each of us could shine. I think it's worked out well for us.
2. You guys ever discuss doing a full length project, the likes of say Red and Meth's "Blackout"?
Top $ Raz: Yeah we've discussed that. As a group we are Blac Dinero. First priority however is to get our solo projects as much burn as possible. Kalil Kash will be dropping his album in January titled "The Exit Method". It's gonna be dope.
1. Kalil Kash: Looking at the full project, Spilled Milk how do you feel about aside from the fact of actually being on it?
I think the album definitely shows a lot of growth from his last one. Just feels like he took more time with this one to make it a more memorable piece of work. I was very impressed.
2. Kalil Kash: Does Top $ Raz make an appearances on your forthcoming project? When's the album coming and what is it about?
Yes, he appears on "Right In The Kissah" on The Exit Method. I'm aiming to release the album late January. It doesn't really have a concept, but the title itself represents the mental getaway that the album should provide the listener; hence the name "The Exit Method".
1. "Burning Bridge" sounds like a reworked Dilla track. Are you singing? Do you think that in the future you'll be doing more then rhyming on tracks, possibly producing them or even singing seriously?
Yeah that's me and Scienze 'singing' on the hook, without auto-tune! I probably will keep the singing to a minimum. I produced a few songs off my first album "The Narrative", including the lead single SSDD, but this time around I just sent certain songs to sample and put my 2 cents in to what kind of songs I wanted.
2. Do you ever create music with a specific audience in mind? Like you know what, this time out the gate, I think I wanna do a song 'just for the ladies'.
I did that with the first album, and that's why this one is better. this album is just me being honest and not forcing anything. I did what the beats pulled out of me on this one, I didn't try to make a song for everyone. This track is based on something that really happened to me, so I wasn't trying to make something for the ladies, the beat was just asking for it. Before I made that track I was thinking "damn I don't have one track for the females," but even knowing that I refused to ask for a beat from a producer so I could make that track. I wanted to make sure everything came natural, and that's why this album is special to me.
>Download "Spilled Milk" <
Follow Top $ Raz on Twitter www.twitter.com/topdollaraz
Follow Kalil Kash on Twitter www.twitter.com/kalilkash
Follow J Monopoly on Twitter www.twitter.com/j_monopoly
Follow FreehiphopNow.com on Twitter www.twitter.com/freehiphopnow
Follow Twiturm http://twitter.com/twiturm <-Upload your own tunes and embed them!
December 15, 2009
12 Days Of RazMas: Day 2. The Introduction - Spilled Milk - Top $ Raz
It's day two of 12 Days of RazMas and we're going to start from the best place. The beginning.The first track of an album should set the tone for it, right? Well let's see. We speak with both Top $ Raz and producer of the intro track Thinker, about working together and future collaborations.
1. What new challenges were you met with, creating your most recent release,"Spilled Milk"?
T$R: I faced the challenge of trying to be as honest as possible, yet still be relatable. At some point in recording the album I realized that it was more important to make music that people could connect to than it was to come up with the illest punchlines or catchiest party tune. I wanted to show people who I am as a person. I feel like although my first album was a valiant effort, it didn't exactly give you a clear description of who I am.
2. How did you meet Thinker (producer of the title track, "Spilled Milk" and "No Tears")?. What was it like working with him? Will there be more collaborations?
T$R: I met Thinker through my brother from another Kalil Kash. I believe the first time I spoke to thinker was through a Facebook chat. The first time we met was at Sin Sin in the lower east side. Before I met him I had my eyes on a dope track on his Myspace page for like two weeks. I knew I needed that beat for the album and if I got it it would be the intro.
It's great working with Thinker because he's extremely fast and productive. He understands the artist and really listens to them. There are a lot of future joints coming with Thinker. A few collaborations including, Ciph Diggy of Sleepwalkas and MC K~Swift, as well as some solo tracks for the next project. It's hard because every time Thinker sends me a beat I have an urge to make a new album, they're that ill, but he keeps tellin me to chill and just promote "Spilled Milk".
3. Mos Def on record said, 'The first cut should be the deepest...' Do you agree with this theory?
T$R: The first cut should definitely be one of the most personal. It's basically and overview of what to expect and an introduction to the artist. As underground artist on the come up we have to make sure that first track is a banger. We only get one chance out the gate. I know many people that press the eject button after the first track if it isn't to their liking. So I made sure I had a certified joint for my intro. Everyone that I've gotten feedback from put "Spilled Milk" near the top of their list as their favorite joints on the album.
4. What made you decide to work with Top $ Raz?
Thinker: After seeing him perform S.S.D.D. at "A Monthly Bondfire". I knew he'd be someone that I'd like to work with. I let Kalil Kash hear a few tracks on my Myspace page and soon after Raz reached out. One of the tracks on the page would end up being the intro and title track of his album "Spilled Milk".
5. How do feel about your production being the first thing heard when people hear this record?
Thinker: It's an honor and pleasure to have my track selected to set off an album that I enjoy listening to and would recommend for others to give a full listen to. I feel like it sets the mood for the "Spilled Milk" experience.
Tomorrow, "12 Days Of RazMas" continues with Day 3: "No Tears"...
>Download "Spilled Milk" <
Follow Top $ Raz on Twitter www.twitter.com/topdollaraz
Follow Thinker on Twitter www.twitter.com/thinx19
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1. What new challenges were you met with, creating your most recent release,"Spilled Milk"?T$R: I faced the challenge of trying to be as honest as possible, yet still be relatable. At some point in recording the album I realized that it was more important to make music that people could connect to than it was to come up with the illest punchlines or catchiest party tune. I wanted to show people who I am as a person. I feel like although my first album was a valiant effort, it didn't exactly give you a clear description of who I am.
2. How did you meet Thinker (producer of the title track, "Spilled Milk" and "No Tears")?. What was it like working with him? Will there be more collaborations?
T$R: I met Thinker through my brother from another Kalil Kash. I believe the first time I spoke to thinker was through a Facebook chat. The first time we met was at Sin Sin in the lower east side. Before I met him I had my eyes on a dope track on his Myspace page for like two weeks. I knew I needed that beat for the album and if I got it it would be the intro.
It's great working with Thinker because he's extremely fast and productive. He understands the artist and really listens to them. There are a lot of future joints coming with Thinker. A few collaborations including, Ciph Diggy of Sleepwalkas and MC K~Swift, as well as some solo tracks for the next project. It's hard because every time Thinker sends me a beat I have an urge to make a new album, they're that ill, but he keeps tellin me to chill and just promote "Spilled Milk".
3. Mos Def on record said, 'The first cut should be the deepest...' Do you agree with this theory?
T$R: The first cut should definitely be one of the most personal. It's basically and overview of what to expect and an introduction to the artist. As underground artist on the come up we have to make sure that first track is a banger. We only get one chance out the gate. I know many people that press the eject button after the first track if it isn't to their liking. So I made sure I had a certified joint for my intro. Everyone that I've gotten feedback from put "Spilled Milk" near the top of their list as their favorite joints on the album.
4. What made you decide to work with Top $ Raz?
Thinker: After seeing him perform S.S.D.D. at "A Monthly Bondfire". I knew he'd be someone that I'd like to work with. I let Kalil Kash hear a few tracks on my Myspace page and soon after Raz reached out. One of the tracks on the page would end up being the intro and title track of his album "Spilled Milk".
5. How do feel about your production being the first thing heard when people hear this record?
Thinker: It's an honor and pleasure to have my track selected to set off an album that I enjoy listening to and would recommend for others to give a full listen to. I feel like it sets the mood for the "Spilled Milk" experience.
Tomorrow, "12 Days Of RazMas" continues with Day 3: "No Tears"...
>Download "Spilled Milk" <
Follow Top $ Raz on Twitter www.twitter.com/topdollaraz
Follow Thinker on Twitter www.twitter.com/thinx19
Follow FreehiphopNow.com on Twitter www.twitter.com/freehiphopnow
Follow A Monthly Bondfire on Twitter www.twitter.com/morebondfire
Follow Twiturm http://twitter.com/twiturm <-Upload your own tunes and embed them!
Please leave comments and interact with the featured artist...
April 15, 2009
Q&A With Kalil Kash
Who is Kalil Kash and why is he doing music? Kalil Kash is an artist straight out of Newark, New Jersey, who creates music that is based on his life's experiences and sometimes others'. Why I make music is actually a funny question. I started rapping mainly because I was bored and needed something to do (haha). But as of now, I'm motivated by the pure art of music, and seeing a fans amazement when I perform. That alone is priceless.
How do you conjure up the energy to rock on stage with the same enthusiasm you have all the time?
Well that energy is fueled by my love of performing. Never really gets old. Being on stage is some ill shit; that crowd looking at you and listening to your every word. I feed off the energy that the crowd gives so, that only makes it iller. Plus watching other good performers makes me want to perform as good as them if not better. I actually study performances from all genres of music and learn from that. So with all that, it just never gets old for me. I treat performing like im WITH the crowd instead of performing AT them. More fun that way.
Who inspires you the most both musically and music unrelated?
Musically I'm mostly inspired by Jay-Z. I know it seems like the cliche answer but I can't lie. It's his whole use of words and intricate lyricism that draws me to his music, and also his charisma on records. Other musical influences could definitely be Nas, Eminem, Notorious B.I.G., and strangely, Pearl Jam. Pearl Jam mostly because of their energy on stage and their lyrics and song topics, very inspiring.
Non-Musical influences? There's no one famous I could name, so I'll say my father. He just works so damn hard all the time, and it makes me feel bad to be lazy. Gives me an example of drive, you know.
As an artist what would consider your strengths, your weaknesses?
My strengths would be my originality, infectious delivery, and strong stage performances. My weaknesses; (ugh) my flow could be sharper, my hooks could have more diversity, and I should work with different types of artists more often.
As an artist what would consider your strengths, your weaknesses?
My strengths would be my originality, infectious delivery, and strong stage performances. My weaknesses; (ugh) my flow could be sharper, my hooks could have more diversity, and I should work with different types of artists more often.
What was the motivation for your newest song, 'Payday' produced by DJ Puerto Roc?
When I wrote the song I had the thought in mind like "this needs to be a good performance record." I just simply wanted a song that could rock the crowd easily, and so far it seems to be working. Plus the beat is just fuckin' RAW so. Can't be mad at that.
How do you go about deciding what production you're going to rhyme over?
I'm VERY picky with beats. Ask any producer I've worked with, they'll tell you. I do have somewhat of a process. I don't like when producers email me tracks and say "this is right for you!" How the hell do you know? I like actually going to MEET with the beat maker and working with him on a specific track. Whether he makes the beat from scratch or not, a producer has to understand an artist before he can work with him/her, and vice versa.
What's the future for Kalil Kash musically? How do you feel you'll tattoo the art form and leave your most impressive mark within the culture?
The future is looking bright. The game has changed so much though. Artists can't really rely on major labels like before, so the whole "I wanna get signed" idea has changed for me. I'm strictly "DIY." So the indie route is my way to go. As far as the actual art form, I see myself in my own lane sonically. If not then there's no point in doing it. But I'm not one of those cats making music that is so out of touch with reality that people can't FEEL it. I'm out to be considered one of the greats, bottom line. Making a few bucks doing it won't be so bad either (haha).
Gangster rapper, hipster rapper, backpacker, whatever; label me whatever you want, but I'm just an MC trying to sound like and be himself. I'll let the music speak for itself.
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