Mix up metal artist RETRO CHAMP has a number of single's out and about, with all new material in the works too! Some shows and festivals may be happening but nothing set up just yet. With uncertainty at play, there is no telling what exactly is in-store next, except more music for sure, with anything to happen let it play out and go from there on out! See what else is talked about only with us below.
1. Please tell us about the history of why and how you got involved with music?
When I was a kid I used to watch BET's 106&Park and I remember seeing a performance by Bow Wow and Jermaine Dupri that made me go, "Man, I wanna do that". It just looked really cool to be an emcee, so I started to dive deeper into Hip Hop. I grew up on Jeezy, Da brat, Fabulous, MC Lyte. I also got introduced to heavy metal as a kid as well and grew up with god forbid, Metallica, Linkin Park, Disturbed, Slipknot, Skindred, Breaking Benjamin. I'm also a drummer and started playing when I was 2, so music has literally always been apart of my life.
2. What’s the origin of the name Retro Champ?
Retro Champ evolved from my old stage name, Lil G which really was a childhood nickname that just stuck with me. I also love pro wrestling and on this wrestling video game there was a song by ghost face killah called "the champ" and it motivated me to call myself a champ so I just added da champ to Lil G. As I got older I out grew the Lil G stage name and wanted to change it. I saw the word Retro on an old poster somewhere and thought maybe, but also thought I'm not a copy or throwback of nobody, I'm me and I have my own style. I thought on it for a while and Retro Champ just sounded so right and the name is original so why not! The rest is history lol
3. Where are you based out of and what is your music scene like there? Are there any local artists or bands you could recommend?
I'm from St. Louis, Mo and the local scene is a little different than most but we have talent here for sure! Some artists I'd recommend from here are my bros in Discrepancies, who really are more national now than local. Dead7 is amazing! White Rose is another band who I think are incredible, This is Falling, Armani Abomb and Dave Napalm are two of the coldest emcees in the city.
4. How would you describe your style?
I really don't know how to describe my style because I do a lot. I've done rap mixed with metal, I've done just straight up metal, I've done a semi heavy pop punk rock song, I just love to create different type of music man. I honestly just don't want to be in a box you know! I want to have a different flavor style for everyone to enjoy
5. What have you released so far and what can someone expect from your works?
I've released a few singles in the last few years like "Road to nowhere", "Didn't Know", "Right now", "Responsible" and I just released something with my brother NandoSTL called "One shot". People can expect some more heavy stuff this year and some singles that may touch their hearts.
6. Do you have any new music in the works?
I do have some things in the works that I can't wait to share with you guys! Just can't say yet, don't want to jinx it!
7. How about playing shows and touring, have anything planned out?
I have a few things lined up, just not set in stone yet. But I would love to do more festivals and shows for sure!
8. What plans do you have for the future as an artist?
I never know exactly what I have planned in the future foreal because things can happen and things can fall through so I'm just here for the ride and pray things work out in my favor!
9. Where can we listen to your music and where can we buy your stuff?
My music is on all streaming platforms, just search Retro Champ! You can follow me on Instagram @theretrochamp and TikTok @theretrochamp
10. What is it you’d like a listener to remember the most when hearing your music for the first time?
I just want the listener to have an open mind going in and hopefully they feel something when they hear my music. Whether it's something that hits them personally or something that motivates them, regardless of what it is I just want the listeners to FEEL the music and understand the message.
Post a Comment