httpv://youtu.be/h-BeXNv1xv4
Hugely successful independent artist Tech N9ne talks about the problem he has with critics when they look at him as an artist who has needed “gimmicks” to fuel his career. This isn’t the first time this has happened to a successful hip hop artist. I used to feel the same way about Busta Rhymes back in the day. Busta’s skills were far greater than hip hop critics gave him credit for. But because Busta was very much the visual artist, I felt that this kept him from being mentioned among other great MC’s. But don’t get me wrong, I’m not putting tech in the league with Busta, but I do understand his gripe.
Anyway, Tech talks about new releases, what motivates him, and a lot more in the interview. He has always been a good model for hip hop independence. He remarkably seems to becoming increasingly more popular the longer he stays in the game. He’s doing something right.
