Just a year ago I got to see this artist perform and open up at Stalley concert. This artist high energy and interaction with the crowd and stage performance was one of the many things that caught my eyes along while I was listening to his lyrics as he cited them during the show. I followed him on twitter and checked out his music and have had the opportunity to get in contact with him for an interview in which you can check it out down below and ENOJY!!
LeiRock; Who's Taj Torrence in five words?
Taj Torrence: Fresh, unique, interesting, different, real
LeiRock: Where do you rep?
Taj Torrence: Mansfield, Ohio.That's the foundation!
LeiRock: How did you get your stage name?
Taj Torrence: Its actually my real name (Haha) I just wanted a name that was timeless, so I kept it original.
LeiRock: You've recently dropped a mixtape "The Tribe Tape" what inspired you to come up with that project?
Taj Torrence: Me and my dude Kmeeze were having one of many talks, and we got on the whole subject of Originality and Impacting the Culture of hip hop, and who did that like A Tribe Called Quest, so we just wanted to pay homage to them. We also wanted to keep that original, fresh sound to it, so we hit up the homie DJ Corey Grand because we knew he was a huge fan of Tribe and would be down with the idea. He contributed a lot to making this tape as fresh as it turned out.
LR: If you could be signed by any music label who would it be and why?
TT: Hmm, Probably G.O.O.D. Music. I've always loved Kanye's work ethic and his concentration to his projects. I'm sure I could learn a lot from Ye. From the music side, like trying to create classics, to the life side, like learning how to deal with adversity. Not to mention his focus on his artist is great.
LR: If someone asked you why should they listen to your music, what would be your response?
TT: It's just genuinely good music. It's that same feeling you got when you've heard a song that you loved growing up. I have a lot to say, and if you take time and hear me out, you'll dig!
LR: Who is your musical inspiration that is a driving force for you to be the artist you are now?
TT: I would have to say my fam, my fans and my team, The Concierge Service. If I can make them proud and continue to keep them going through everyday life with my music with them, I'm doing better than the best!
LR: Last I've seen you perform at the Stalley concert and I heard a few people in the crowd say you resembled the rapper T.I, do you get this comment often, if so what is your response to people saying this?
TT: Haha! I guess I just have to go with it, I've been hearing it since I was younger. I've learned to just smile and keep walking. Haha I don't really pay it any mind.
LR: Where do you see yourself five years from now with your music?
TT: In five years, I see myself a lot more into the business side of things. I want to be executive producing albums for myself and others by then. Building an Empire!
LR: What are some releases that we should be looking out for in the future and where can we find them?
TT: HID2! That's coming early 2012! The second installment of Hello I'm Different which is on www.tajtorrence.com also follow me on twitter @Taj_Torrence for more exclusive updates about me, my life, and my music! Peace!
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