JC, a rapper from Dallas
Recently, via an associate of Mos Def, of all people, I was asked to check out a rap artist known as JC. I figured since Mos Def has a style of his own I’ll send JC a message and see what new things he might be able to bring to the table. So, I downloaded his free mix tape called “Last House on the Left” and got busy listening to it.
Since it’s a mix tape I won’t add or take away any points for the beats. I focused on these things: style, lyrical content, flow, originality, and sensible lyric structure. JC has a good voice. At times I was hoping to hear what kind of singing voice he has but didn’t find any tracks where he was actually singing. Reading some of his tweets on his twitter page I laughed a few times and thought he made some good points about certain situations. It was like he really thought about things before talking about them. I like deep thought in anyone’s conversation, especially in songs. I went into JC’s lyrics with this mind set. .
JC’s lrycis had similar messages to one another. An occasional line here and there was funny and sometimes you would find a good point. I can see how a lot of people can relate to what he has to say. Maybe it’s because of the beats but I did find that his style wasn’t all that original, at least compared to the underground stuff that I hear. When I listen to music, especially rap, I like to find stand outs. Don’t get me wrong, he does what he does very well and in Texas he might be totally original. Of course, this can be said about every genre of music. .
So, to me, although his flow is good, his voice is solid, and sometimes he encompassed that deep thought I didn’t find it to be totally original. JC did pull together his messages and if an associate of Mos Def says to take a listen then of course he has talent that appeals. And he’s not bad, not bad at all. It will be interesting to see how far JC will go. So take a listen for yourself and help him along the way. He has his mix tape available for free download here INSTERT LINK HERE TO DOWNLOAD HIS MIX TAPE HERE. You can also follow him on Twitter here at INSERT HIS TWITTER LINK HERE. .
So let’s get inside J C and get an inside scoop of this hot Dallas Rapper.
Please give us a little background on yourself.
J.C.: I’m from Dallas. I’ve been trying to put it down for the streets for the longest and make some good music. I’m trying to show people a new side of everything. I’ve been rapping since the 8th grade.
What and/or who are your major influences?
J.C.: Myself!
To be mentioned by an associate of Mos Def is incredible. Do you know him or is this just a sign of how good your stuff really is?
J.C.: Naww, I don’t know him, just promoting on the internet. What do they say? Word of mouth is a mutha f*****.
Was there ever a time in your life you were most deaf?
J.C.: Hell yea, Everyday of my life; Times when I’m getting money. Reppin’ for what I stand for.
What about least deaf?
J.C.: Times I was broke, had to get something going. I had to focus and make plans to get out of those type of situation. You’re least deaf when you can’t survive, you know what I mean?
Who have you performed with or collaborated with?
J.C.: Producer-wise: DJ Endo, Money Mitch, Kay-oh, & QuestBeats. Rap-wise from Dallas: Duckett aka Rapta, Lil’ Tony, Relentless, & Prablum Chyld. I like to collab, but, at the same time, I don’t need any help, I make hits.
To date, what is your most memorable musical experience?
J.C.: Every time I’m in the studio creating music from scratch, smoking my kush. I make a lot of music in my mind; and freestyling on tracks.
What are some of your best successes, to you?
J.C: I’m really never content, so times I was successful, I didn’t dwell on it long. I’m always trying to do new and better things, but at the same, anytime I’ve made myself happy I felt successful; and anytime I’m getting money, I’m successful, because I’m surviving.
Research shows that rap and hip/hop is the most crowded genre, mostly due to ease of production. I find it fun to write and rhyme and that’s probaby another draw. So to be able to stand out and get attention is no small feat. It seems you’re on your way to doing that. What advice can you give up and coming rap artists who are trying to make it?
J.C.: Do YOU! Stay focused, don’t change for nobody; and remember where you come from. That’s with anything in life; you know what I’m saying?
Here’s where I let you pitch yourself. A strong following is often reflected online. Tell your fans-to-be where they can find more information about you and how to contact you and where they can listen to your stuff.
J.C.: Follow me on Twitter @jc100grand & on MySpace www.myspace.com/dahustlajc
Ok, brace yourself. The final questions are always intense. Ready? If you had a chance to visit a deceased rap artist who would it be, what do you think they would be wearing and would you all talk about smokin’ weed at any point in your conversation?
J.C.: I’d go holla at Pac, Big, and Pimp C. Smoke some kush with ‘em and chop it up about the rap game and life.
Thanks JC. It was cool meeting you and I had fun with the interview. I wish you much success.
J.C.: I appreciate y’all for the interview. Get at me on any kind of music level. Download Last House On The Left – http://www.zshare.net/download/7265825122099f34/ .
Be on the lookout for First House On The Right, RealLiveDopeBoy, Still In The Dopehouse, Genius At Work, Dope City the album, and The Paper Boy mixtape-album.
Preciate the love, f*** wit me!
-Daniel C. Morrison
aka- the Hit Man
