you make the call
the following is an interview conducted VIA email. credit: TYLER, for his initiative
Ok, here are a few formal questions for ya:
Q1 You have had an amazing career as a "street artist," displaying your talent on an open wall or a train, but lately you seem to be working more with canvases and on the computer. Why is this?
A1 Let me say this....as a human, not an artist, I feel it's very important to contribute to this planet in some way. The challenge of interaction with the world at large faces us all. I have chosen many paths to express myself and don't feel limited by any one medium in particular. It's relative to what's going on around you, and the influences you have or create.
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Q2 Your recent work with Mo'Wax Records has most likely exposed your work to a whole new audience. Do you find this to be true?
A2 One of the benefits of working with MOWAX is exactly that, bringing my work to a new audience through a new direction. In addition, I feel the way they've used the work has been well thought out and doesn't come off as, background for text.
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Q3 What lies in the future in terms of your involvement with Mo'Wax?
A3 We have alot of things planned, there's a book project along with a possible track I've done, then there's also the new UNKLE album art and potential touring with tons of other stuff to get done. My involvement w/MW is deep.
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Q4 What are your feelings on the internet, and how, if at all, do you personally find it useful?
A4 I see the Net as simply the NEXT LEVEL of communication. POINT BLANK. If you're not up by now, it's not too late. The fact that I can UPload images to you, him, her and them within seconds and without using a scrap of paper, gets me open.
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Q5 Your involvement with the hip-hop scene has always been strong. Back in the days, we could find you representing graphically at the premier shows and events. Where do you find yourself in the hip-hop scene of today?
A5 Why, thank you. Well, let's say I'm older now and don't have the desire to hang on the scene so to speak. I think things have changed as far as "hip-hop" goes, and it's obvious that the (G) experience will never be the same as "back in the day".
