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Swaderboy Interview

Swaderboy, what’s up man, introduce yourself to all the readers out there who haven’t heard of Swaderboy?

Well for those that don’t know me I go by Swader Boy, and I been an underground artist from Tennessee since 99.

How did you get the name Swaderboy?

Well since I was little I was always call that Swader (last name) boy, but my first stage name was Cane aka Lil’Ripper, and I feel like that wasn’t a name that I wanted long term so I went with Swader Boy!

Where are you from?

I was born in (MBT) Murfreesboro, TN. My stomping ground is Walter Hill, TN not to far from Murfreesboro

How long have you been doing your thing?

I been doing music off and on for about 10 or 12 years.

Who are some of your musical influences?

Some of my Musical influences are all kinds of Rap, R&B, Reggae, and Soul.

Describe your sound

My sound of now is like a little aggressive and blunt right now. Over time I believe it will have more moderate flow

Who would you compare your music to? What makes you different?

I couldn’t compare my music to anyone. The one thing I learn in this business is that no one is same! Similar characteristics maybe, but not the same! A lot say I got characteristics like Pastor Troy, Lil’ Ru, Archie, Drama, etc. What makes me different is that I’m not them and I can never them, but they do influence me to step my game up every chance I get.

How many releases have you had? What were the name(s)?

The very first release I had was in 1999. It was call Smoking Weed and Black & Milds, and it was only release within Murfreesboro range. I started collaborating with Busta Free Entertainment with Clusta. Then I joined up with Slug Veezy (formally known as Stacy Mac) with O.T.C. (Off the Chain) Entertainment and we Dropped O.T.C. vol. 1! Around that same time I collaborated with Manopoly Records and had a track with JRG the Future’s cd, (The Future) and later Block Work Entertainment on Dirty Boy Tony’s cd, (K.O.M.B.T.) and Block 2 Block Entertainment’s cd (The Block Movement).

What are you working on currently? What can we expect from you in the near future?

I’m currently working on this MBT Movement and my first solo mixtape that’s untitled at the moment. For the near future you can expect my first solo mixtape release and more collaboration with more artists.

What producers and/or artists would you most like to work with in the future?

Producers I would love to work with are Tim Hill, Mouse on Track, Zaytoven and Southside. Artists I would like to work with are Collie Buddz, Mya, Shannon Sanders and Lil Phat.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

In 5 years I see myself still working hard on my craft and traveling from city to city.

Alright Swaderboy thanks for your time, Any Shoutouts You want to give?

Shout to my MBT Family and everyone that’s supporting this Movement!

How can people get more info about you?

I will soon have a new page on Facebook, Myspace and Twitter for further research on your boy Swader Boy!

Slug Veezy Interview

MBT Movement: Slug V, what’s up man, introduce yourself to all the readers out there who haven’t heard of Slug Veezy?

Slug Veezy: Yeah ok, this is slug v aka stacy mac reppin mbt and otc. Off the chain ent.

How did you get the name Slug Veezy?

Several years ago we formed a rap group called armed and dangerous, and as we were listing the members, my partner, swaderboy realized he didn’t know what to call me, so he just put slug on the flyer we were making. And it kinda stuck with me. The veezy was added because my last name is Vaughn so I just combined the two.

How long have you been doing your thing?

Been singing since I could talk, been writing since I could spell, even before then lol.

Who are some of your musical influences?

My mother was in a band called the harmony gales, that’s where most of my influences come from.

My brother (Clusta) taught me a lot, other artist would be tupac,Outkast, Goodie Mob, dave Hollister, Eminem, dru hill

Describe your sound

Unique mixture of soul/hiphop. My sound really cant be compared to anyone.

What makes you different?

The quality. I can sing a love ballad and/or write a gangsta rap track, and they both will be among the best you will ever hear

How many releases have you had? What were the name(s)?

I dropped Off The Chain Volume 1 in 2004. Before that I worked with my brother Clusta on his "Diamond N the Rough" Cd. And also produced majority of Come Up Move Volume 3 from Manopoly Records

What are you working on currently?

Slug Veezy solo album “ Trynna get it” Slug Veezy and JRG “The Future is off tha Chain”

What artists have you collaborated with?

Clusta, roach killa, JRG, Big Fella and Tearthur, Axtion, Swaderboy, Shadow G, Big Q, Tee Reezy, Lil mama, V.O.

What producers and/or artists would you most like to work with in the future?

Tim hill (Local Super Producer from MBT)

Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

In five years I see myself doin tours across the globe, and king of the south.

Alright Slug thanks for your time, Any Shoutouts You want to give?

Manop fam

How can people get more info about you?

Myspace.com/slug veezy or just google me baby.

Are you building a fanbase or just performing?

Really quick thought provoker:

Really think about it.

Are you building a fan base or just performing?

Do you know your Target Market? The people that want what you have?

Are you working on your Live Show skills?

In local scenes there are usually 2 scenes: There are the artists that perform for potential fans and established fan bases and there are artists that are “basically” playing for other artists. The ideal show is well promoted on Social Networks and with physical promotions like samplers and flyers. There are about 3 to 4 acts performing max. The un-ideal shows are were there are upwards of 10 acts performing back to back. Promoters usually throw these together and make money charging for performance slots. The exception would be Talent Shows or Showcases were people are expecting to see 10 acts. The next time you perform at a show with 5 or more acts, network in the crowd. Find out who is who. Now you need to do this at all your shows, but this is an experiment. When you do those shows with 5 or more acts you will come to find out that at least 85% of the crowd are either artists themselves or friends and family of the artists. Now you can win over friends and family and the other 15% of the crowd to be potential fans and networking with other artists is always good, but if you really want to build a fan base don’t you think you need to start getting in front of a larger number of potential fans. This is just a little to think about. Also if you perform week after week for the same crowds of people, don’t you think its about time you branch out, try different cities and different venues? Just a little food for thought.