Strange Music General Tech N9ne recently sat down for an in-depth interview about his career, new music, and the blueprint he established for independent artists. Tech N9ne’s 26th album, 5816 Forest, is a 17-episode audio series that serves as his origin story, chronicling his life from ages 12 to 17 and his decision to run away from home. He describes the project as extremely vulnerable, detailing how his strict stepfather’s discipline on tracks like “The Punishment” was actually a protective measure to keep him away from gang life and set him up to be an entrepreneur. The rapper also took a moment to celebrate the vast and genre-spanning collaborations he has secured, including with Lil Wayne, Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, Corey Taylor of Slipknot, and Serj Tankian, leading to his next album being appropriately titled Decorated. Furthermore, he is celebrated as the number one independent artist in hip-hop history, having set the benchmark for touring and merchandise sales, famously giving away his album Absolute Power for free in 2002 as part of the “FTI (Fuck The Industry)” campaign. Finally, the artist spoke about his personal evolution, noting that his decision to stop drinking four years ago was vital to his continued sharp focus and creativity. Check out the full interview for all the details on his new album and independent journey.
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