SSOL INTERVIEW

WCGS: Hey Whatz Good SSOL, homie 1st of all jus wanna thanku 4 takin part on Westcoast Gunsmoke Vol 6,tell us a bit about yoself and where u represent.

LIL CHINO
(SSOL): Hey whats crackin homie, well thanks for letting us be apart of the project. SSOL was established in 2006 and we have 4 albums out right now. Were from Fillmore southern Cali in the 805 area.

WCGS: What made u wanna get in2 the rap game.

LIL CHINO
(SSOL): I have always liked music since I was a kid. It has always been a big part of my life and in the early 90’s I always listened to whatever my brother would bump and it was all west coast rap, old school, and oldies. Then in 2002 I recorded my first song with the homie Beebz.

WCGS: Tell us a bit about some of the projects u have got goin on,albums,mixtapes,etc.

LIL CHINO
(SSOL): Well we just released our new album on the 5th of May titled “West Coast Certified” we got a bunch of features on there such as 805 legends Dominator, Delux, & Sara.S, Also the homie Two-J from Japan, J-Locc from Italy, Casual, Weeto, and the Street Hustle team Lil vandal & Daze. We got some crazy west coast productions from the homie Docc Free, Sovan, Ese Spanky & G-Dogg. Also we are working on the 5th SSOL album.

WCGS: Do u have any upcoming shows or tours lined up for 09.

LIL CHINO
(SSOL): Nah homie nothing lined up for 09.

WCGS: Was u eva involved in gang violence.

LIL CHINO
(SSOL): Its hard not to ever be involved in it when your from a small town homie.


WCGS: Tell us a bit about some of the artists u have collaborated with.

LIL CHINO
(SSOL): Well we have been fortunate enough to colab with Sara.S, Dominator, and CLS from the 805. Also from the 805 Young Luck & Young Chitty. My Italian homies Arduz & LaMonphe. Casual, Weeto, Two-J, and J-Locc.

WCGS: How do you compare the hiphop of the 90s to the hiphop of today.

LIL CHINO
(SSOL): Homie I grew up on 90’s west coast rap so I was influenced a lot by it. Every era of music has its own style but my favorite is 90’s rap.

WCGS: Have u heard the Westcoast Gunsmoke Vol 1,2,3,4 n 5

LIL CHINO
(SSOL): Yeah I just recently had a chance to check em out and they sound firme.


WCGS:Which artist do u respect the most in hiphop 2day.

LIL CHINO
(SSOL): I respect all artist that are down to do their thing and put themselves out there to try to get their music out. All artist that are serious about the game and know what it takes to do this.

WCGS: Do u have any advice for up n coming artists.

LIL CHINO
(SSOL): Don’t give up and do it for the love of it. Your not always gonna see feria from the start so keep focused and stay hustling. Be open to take constructive criticism cus your close friends and fam wont always tell you the truth hahaha but hey it only makes you better as an MC. Practice like a mutha! hahahaha

WCGS: Last of all jus wanna thanku for takin part in this interview brought to you on behalf of Devious Records,Dubz Up Nation,Hard Livin n Rhymeside,do u have any last werdz or shoutouts

L.CHINO
(SSOL): Gracias homie, simon thanks for the interview and taking time to listen to our jamz. I wanna say q-vo to my homies from the StreetHustle team, Christian, Daze, Lil Vandal, Jr, Beebz. My partner Lil Panch. Mi familia, my carnal Oscar & my 2 nephews Adrian & Nate. All the artist that have collaborated with us. The homie Tomas Solis, Dominator, Sara.S, Delux, and all our fans. Especially the fans over seas in Japan, France, and Italy. Gracias for all the support!

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SICK YG INTERVIEW

WG:Hey whatz good Sick YG, first off jus wanna thanku 4 takin part in this interview and being a part of Westcoast Gunsmoke Vol 5,tell us a bit about yoself n where u represent.

SYG: What's good! This is your dude Sick YG coming out of Fillmoe, California, home of the world famous Fillmore Auditorium and the legendary Fillmore Slim.


WG:What made you wanna get in2 the rap game.

SYG: Well, actually, my uncle Big Bob was one of the pioneer DJ's in Hip Hop from the Bay; so, I inherited the game.




WG:Tell us about some of the artists you have collaborated with.

SYG: I've collaborated with numerous artists such as: Z-Man of One Block Radius, Equipto, Sco Journers, Skitz, Bored Stiff, The Grouch, Hugh EMC, Mike Marshall, Chunk, and an array of other highly talented artists in the game.




WG:How do you compare 2days state of hiphop 2 that of the early n mid ninetys.

SYG:. Well, in the 90's you had to be on top of your game to shine due to the limited resources that there was to distribute your music. Nowadays, it seems that everybody wants to be in the music game. And, with the internet playing a large role as far as exposure, it's easier for artists to get their music heard.


WG:which artist do u respect the most in hiphop 2day.

SYG: I respect all artists that's trying to do their thing and make a mark in this game.


WG:What are some of the projects u have goin on/mixtapes/albums.etc.

SYG: Well, let's see... I have 3 tracks on the smash hit video game presented by Platinum Games and SEGA entitled "MadWorld" which is doing well. Also, I have an EP available exclusively on MySpace called "Furious Styles" where I take it back to the essence of Hip Hop. I have a few projects in the works: "Black Gothem" the compilation and "Euphoria" the compilation both of which will be debuting some new hot artists to look forward to.



WG:What would u like 2 accomplish in the next year.

SYG:I'd like to be on an international tour by next year. So, Google me and get as much Sick YG music as you can and show your love and support.


WG:Was u eva involved in gang violence.

SYG:As far as that goes, I'll just say that I was a product of my environment.


WG:What advice do you have for rising westcoast artists.

SYG: My advice to all artists that's trying to get into the game is to keep striving, stay consistent, and believe in your talent.


WG:Do you have any shows/tours lined up for 09.

SYG: Yes, for all show dates visit me at http://www.myspace.com/sickyg




WG:Have you checked out westcoastgunsmoke Vol,1,2,3 n 4.

SYG: Yes, I have and I must say that y'all are doing your thing. I'm honored for you making me a part of it.


WG:What was the last album u bought or downloaded.

SYG:. Honestly, I was in a store and had seen the old school 12" C.I.A. (Ice Cube's first group) and I had to grab it.


WG:homie last of all jus wanna thank you 4 takin part in this interview on behalf of Devious Records/Dubz Up Nation n Hard Livin Ent,do u have any shoutoutz or last werdz.

SYG:. I want to send a shout to Westcoast Gunsmoke for puttin' me on, My entire Family, Skitz, The Beat Meiser, Big Bob, Toney Tone, Shima Sounds, Shuzz, Joey Slick, The whole Joint One Fam, Ciano Ceved, Conglomerade Music Group Inc., Hugh EMC, DJ-X1, Max Millie, The Cannibus Company, FTC, Lenny Williams, Chunk, Z-Man, Sco Journers, D-Fresh, Sky Baller, Equipto, Tabb Doe, Earl Franchise, Slapp Turner, 24, Gigalo Gee, J. Grimm, A-1, Mack Mir, Bumpy Mack, Kick Back, JD Walker the Boss Talker the Night Stalker the Water Walker, Joe Bennett, Sal Bo, Eddie Caine, Young Rome, Thief Da High Priest, Willie Hen, everybody in my camp, everbody in Fillmoe, the entire West Coast, all of my sexy MySpace female friends, and any body that slipped my mind, I Love You Too.! One Love!!!

ZEE-O INTERVIEW

WG:Hey whatz good Zee-o, first off jus wanna thanku 4 takin part in this interview and being a part of Westcoast Gunsmoke Vol 5,tell us a bit about yoself n where u represent.

Z: They call me Zee-O aka Z2DaO I represent the Uncontrollable Rhymeside Camp. I'm originally from Southeast San Diego, but grew up in East Daygo San Diego as well.

WG:What made you wanna get in2 the rap game.

Z:I come from a musical family but, actually my older sister Silhouette got me in to writing & rapping to keep me out of trouble as a youth. I had got lock up and when I got out she had a song getting spins on local radio out here in San Diego. That inspired me to do music for real. So I began traveling with her to L.A and studying the game.

WG:Tell us about some of the artists you have collaborated with.

Z: I've been blessed to collaborate on tracks with Sabotawj, RH Bless, Craig G, Bo Roc of The Dove Shack,Fudge Dog, Adonis,Don Elway, Silhouette, The Even Keel, and just recently Syndrome on a track. I plan on doing a lot more collabs over the next year, but for right now it just within the camp.

WG:How do you compare 2days state of hiphop 2 that of the early n mid ninetys.

Z: Hip Hop was getting it, in those days not to say it's not now, but its just a lot harder to break into the industry do to the saturation of it now.

WG:which artist do u respect the most in hiphop 2day.

Z: I respect everybody and their individual hustles.

WG:What are some of the projects u have going on/mixtapes/albums.etc.

Z: Well I'm currently working on Da Slanguistics record which consists of me and Sabotawj, and I'm working on my solo debut album untitled at the moment. I'm featured on The Even Keels Comin Up LP, Sabotawj's Earth Tones Wit A Mercury Feel, Slanted Eyed Assassins, and the High Place Drive LP.

WG:What would u like 2 accomplish in the next year.

Z: Finish these records, push this music, and travel more

WG:Was u eva involved in gang violence.

Z: I never officially joined any gangs out here, but I have family and friends that are Bloods and Crips, so its not hard to get caught up in gang activities.

WG:What advice do you have for rising westcoast artists.

Z: Stay focused on perfecting your craft.

WG:Do you have any shows/tours lined up for 09.

Z: I'm currently doing show locally with and hip hop band The Even Keel,but I got my passport on deck to do some traveling with my Rhymeside family later this year.

WG:Have you checked out westcoastgunsmoke Vol,1,2,3 n 4.

Z: Yep! I got every single one, good looking out Syndrome

WG:What was the last album u bought or downloaded.

Z: Wow It's been a minute, I believe it was that E40 '' Ball Street Journal.''

WG:homie last of all jus wanna thank you 4 takin part in this interview on behalf of Devious Records/Dubz Up Nation n Hard Livin Ent,Wish you all the success for the future.

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JACK PAPER INTERVIEW

WG:Hey whatz good Jack Paper,first off jus wanna thanku 4 takin part in this interview and being a part of Westcoast Gunsmoke Vol 4,tell us a bit about yoself n where u represent

My name is Jack Paper im from marz and im on my grinde from the music to the clothing co. I produce M.C AND a mix enginner .hip hop is my life

WG:What made you wanna get in2 the rap game.

JP; Shit RUN-DMC N.W.A, SEEING I COULD TERN MY STREET HUSEL TO A REAL BIZZNESS.

WG:Tell us about some of the artists you have collaborated with.

JP: Iv dun songs with mista .f.a.b,, spice 1. mixed records for angila simmons- i just did the new "doey rock" minde candey record I work with proucer "cozmo" a lot and trakmatik


WG:How do you compare 2days state of hiphop 2 that of the early n mid ninetys.

JP' THE 90Z YOU COULD STILL PUT OUT A INDI RECORD AND GET 250K NOW YOU GOT TO PUT IN 100X MORE WORK FOR 1/4 OF THE PAPER.

WG:which artist do u respect the most in hiphop 2day.

JP.SHIT I THINK MOS DEF,T.I ICE CUBE- SNOOP.

WG:What are some of the projects u have goin on/mixtapes/albums.etc.

JP I GOT MY SOLO RECORD OUT NOW ON JACKPAPER.NET,DROOPING A NEW 10 SONG CD FOR SUMMER. ME AND MATT CALI GOT A RECORD COMING OUT IN JUNE ON JACKPAPER.NET CALLED CALI PAPER. AND NEXT WEEK IM BACK IN THE LAB WITH T-MAZZ DOING HIS NEW ALBUM.
AND I JUST DID DOEY ROCKS MINDECANDEY OUT NOW.


WG:What would u like 2 accomplish in the next year.

JP; IM REALY PUSHING MY NEW JACK PAPER CLOTHING.

WG:Was u eva involved in gang violence.

JP ' YES.

WG:What advice do you have for rising westcoast artists.

JP WORK HARD DROP RECORD'S MAN GET YOUR MUSIC OUT YOUR ONLEY AS GOOD AS YOUR LAST,IF DONT GOT SHIT OUT YA ANTE SHIT.

WG:Do you have any shows/tours lined up for 09.

JP' ILL BE ALL OVER CALI PUSHING JACKPAPER.NET EVERY SKATEBOARD PARK,CLUB,BAR SIDE SHOW "IT'S PAPER!!!"

WG:Have you checked out westcoastgunsmoke Vol,1,2 n 3

JP 4 SHOW IV GOT 1 AND 2

WG:What was the last album u bought or downloaded

JP, YOUNG GEEZEY

WG:homie last of all jus wanna thank you 4 takin part in this interview on behalf of Devious Records/Dubz Up Nation n Hard Livin Ent,do u have any shoutoutz or last werdz.

Hit me up on jackpaper.net be on the lookout for all tha new fly shit!! Its paper!!