Tampa Underground rap artist Chicoken

1.Where did your music career begin?
It all began with poetry as far as my writing process goes. But what really inspired me to do music is my father’s side of the family. I have a cousin that raps and my dad is actually a pretty good singer who played lots of different music as I was growing up.


2. How long have you been doing music?
I officially started writing my own songs in high school (9th grade year) but never did any recording until I was about 18-19 and the first song I recorded was this song called “I’m what it is” which is currently lost to the world.


3. Since the beginning of your music career all the way up until now what would you say are some of your biggest accomplishments?
My biggest accomplishment thus far would be the release of my first Mixtape which came out September 1, 2013. It's called “Keep Inspiring Notorious Gods” (K.I.N.G.)

4. What are some obstacles that have come up on your music journey and how did you overcome them?
Me being a homosexual artist whom I see in today's world may be a constant struggle but overcoming that is not a problem I Keep God first pay my homage and respect the game


5. Name an artist that in the music industry like yourself that inspires you and motivates you in your music career?
This question could have the longest answer because I pull inspiration from all artist singers included. To name a few ; Jay Z, Kanye, Kendrick Lamar (He is Dope), Ciara, Trey Songz, Nicki Minaj, Nas, J. Cole (one of my very favs), DMX and many more.


6. When it comes time for music how does your family feel about it, are they very supportive of it?
My dad is very supportive and so is my mom but she doesn't say much.


7. What are your long term goals as a music Artist?
To be able to get a record but most of all being able to brand myself as well and have longevity within my career.


8. What are some tactics you have when it comes to leading you to accomplish your long term goal as an artist?
Hard work, hard work, barely any sleep and more Hard Work


9. At this current moment what is it that you have going on in your music career?
I have a couple of performances and interviews that are being talked about won’t say too much just yet and I'm also making plans for another Mixtape to drop hopefully round my bday but we will see how that goes. I want it to be right and not rushed. I'm also hoping to do a video for at least one song off of K.I.N.G...


10. What advice would you give to any artist whose trying to go in the same direction as yourself?
Be yourself, do what feels right, keep working hard, keep challenging and pushing yourself and most importantly take all feedback as criticism to better yourself and your works and pray, pray, pray Because God makes it all possible.


11. As everyone knows you are a rapper and a very good one at that; however it’s also been told that you know how to sing is this true?
(Smirking) I do a little something nothing major though but I know how to do a lot I Rap, Sing and dance.


12. Will we ever get to hear your singing voice?
Yes you will soon and I actually sung a little bit on my version of Drakes "Marvin's Room" which I actually titled "Kens Feelings" but u will get to hear more of my singing voice as well as see some dancing from me.



LISTEN TO CHICOKEN MUSIC ON SOUND CLOUD:
https://soundcloud.com/iamchicoken

Exclusive Interview with Inspiring Model "Galloway"

1. How long have you been modeling?
-I have been modeling for 4 years.

2. What type of modeling work you runway, print, commercial?
-I do print runway, commercial, voiceover.

3. What are some of the fashion clothing lines you have done modeling for?
-I have modeled for various designers locally and internationally.

4. Do you travel to model? If so were all have you been?
-Recently I was in NY; I have been to Toronto, Atlanta, Miami, Orlando and LA in the fall.

5. What are some of your big accomplishments you've made in the model industry?
-Some big accomplishments I would say would be to be in a Gucci or Polo Campaign, invite to a talk show, and a cover on a bit magazine (ex. Vibe, Vogue, GQ)

6. From the beginning of your modeling career all the way up until now, have you ever ran into any obstacles that may have set you back?
-Yes, I would say funding and great representation will always set us back in this industry.

7. Have you ever walked the same runway with an international big time model? If so who? If not who would you like to walk the runway with?
-Unfortunately, I have not had the opportunity to do a runway show with any super model yet. I would love to walk with model Lamar Ballard (Sean John) and Jon Kortajarena (H&M). 

8. Who is someone famous that you admire and why?
-I admire Tyson Beckford because his character is humble and accomplished many projects in his career. He showed that even with having a tough upbringing, never give up on your dreams. 

9. What motivates you to go hard in your modeling career?
-I love fashion and I always love being in front of the camera. It’s something that I love to do and it makes me work twice as hard to be a great role model.

10. What are your long term goals as a model? How far do you want to make it in this industry?

-My long term goal as a model is to have a reputable modeling agency and to be on the cover of GQ Magazine and walk in London Fashion Week. I would want to be an international model. I plan to take it all the way in the industry as far as taking it into music videos and film.

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