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Game Changers…Azage

Chugging right along with Game Changers, next up is Azage.
Atlanta based, Toronto born this artist is coming up on the scene with a return to lyricism fused with Caribbean culture, ATL hardships, and up north sensibility. LEGGO….

GP: Are you signed to a label or strictly independent?

I’m strictly independent but if the right situation presents itself I’m at the table.

GP: What is the origin of your rap moniker?

Anything I would have come up with someone else would have had. So I use my real name because that’s giving you all of me. being real. It’s about being true to myself, my fans and the music. It’s a representation that whatever you’re getting is 100% me.

GP: How are you differentiated from the pack of ATL rappers that’s being pushed out now?

I’m a lyricist coming from the south, I have something to say. While the East Coast has never been out of my system, the Atlanta sound has influenced me also along with having a West Indian heritage around me so much growing up. I feel I make worldly music. I have a fusion of my music and upbringing and nowadays people are more accepting [sonicly] so it’s an advantage.

GP: What was your push behind “The Bars” mixtape series?

I wanted people to get familiar with my sound and to show consistency.

GP: What is the difference between the Toronto and Atlanta music communities?

I feel it’s a “crabs in the barrel” mentality there (Toronto). While in Atlanta, everyone does what they have to do to get on. They support their own.

GP: Who or what has been the most influential on your career?

My mother! She passed when I was young but she was my 1st and biggest supporter. She took me to my first audition for a manager of a group called Ghetto Concept out of Toronto. She helped start my career. I always push on knowing how much she believed in me and my dream.

GP: What has been your “A-ha” or “I made it moment” so far?

I’d say after the first “Bars” mixtape just getting recognition from deejays and other artists that I respect in the game. Also getting some radio spins.

GP: Where do you see yourself in the industry in five years?

I’m going to be more involved with all aspects of this game. I want to be further invested in my own business. I also want to be further branded as an artist and influence a lot more people.

You can get at Azage on twitter @Azage and also www.azagemusic.com

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  1. Greedmont Park Interview « "When It's All Said And Done, Never Let More Be Said Than Done."- Azage Says:
    July 1st, 2010 at 12:02 am

    [...] July 1, 2010 · Leave a Comment Waddup! Recently I linked with Joi from Greedmont Park to discuss the ins and outs of Bars Outbreak, my inspiration and how it all started. Peep the interview in its entirety HERE [...]

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