24: Introduce yourself to everyone that doesn’t already know who you are.
ScoopBop: I go by the name of ScoopBop and I am a Hip-Hop artist coming out of Charlottesville, Virginia. I am a solo MC, songwriter, and also a member of the music group SmackBoy. I currently reside in Atlanta, GA where I am further pursing goals and perfecting my craft.
24: Before we get into your music, can you describe your history about how you got into music and what inspired you?
ScoopBop: Growing up through the 90’s it felt like it was hard to avoid Hip-Hop. As a kid I traveled often with my mom, in the back seat chillin’, soaking in everything on the stereo. My mother listened to everything from Jay Z to Bone Thugs, but most of all it was Tupac. Through school I developed an interest in poetry, meshing that with my love for Hip-Hop, I wrote my first rap verses at the age of nine. From then on I know hip hop would play a big part in my life.
24: What was the Hip-Hop scene like for you growing up where you’re from?
ScoopBop: To be honest, there is not much of a Hip-op scene where I’m from. Don’tget me wrong, there are several talented local artist in the area but there is not a big focus on Hip-Hop in my town. Since i traveled so much as a child, I was always in tune with different style of Hip-Hop from all over.
24: What makes you Unique as an artist and different from other rappers out now?
ScoopBop: My experiences. My interest. My values. My ability and talent. My Drive. My Music. My Support. My Team.
24: Tell us about what you are working on.
ScoopBop: My First solo project ‘Smoke And Maintain’ will release on May 14 via Datpiff.com. I am also working on an EP with producer, The MPC, that I will be releasing shortly after. ScoopBop.com will be launching soon as well.
24: What producers have you worked with and who would you like to work with in the future?
ScoopBop: I have had the pleasure of working with Takuji Kura, an awesome and very renowned producer from Japan. Also, I have recieved production from Canadian producer, J Staffz and I am currently working with one of the dopest producers from Savannah GA, The MPC. Of course there are several incredible producers i would love to work with but i am more excited to see how my team progresses in the near future.
24: Are you happy with the feedback you have been getting from people on material you have released?
ScoopBop: I’m receptive of all feedback, whether good or bad; I want to get people’s attention. I want people to give me their honest opinion, I accept it all. So far it’s been good and I hope for more feedback in the future.
24: In today’s free download age, what do you need to do to make yourself a household name?
ScoopBop: I just stay patient and focused on my craft. Im confident in my abilities so for me its just only a matter of time and hustle.
24: How do you feel about the current state of the Hip-Hop scene?
ScoopBop: I like that lyrics seems to slowly be making it’s way back onto the Hip-Hop scene, I will say that. I’m a fan of substance and genuine style so it’s dope to see some newcomers bringing that back. I feel like we are in the midst of a new era and I’m ready to put my own personal stamp on the game.
24: Outside of the music, what else are you currently working on?
ScoopBop: Nothing too far outside of music. I currently attend the SAE Institute of Atlanta for audio engineering. I also have taken an interest in video but mainly as a tool to promote my music.
24: Where do you see yourself going in 2013 and how do you plan to separate yourself from the other artists out today to get the recognition you feel you deserve?
ScoopBop: I just plan on grinding man. I’m gonna keep making music, traveling, performing, networking, and pushing until it’s time. Like I said before, it’s only a matter of time and hustle.
24: How can fans go about contacting you?
ScoopBop: Twitter/Instagram: @BoptimusPrime4, Soundcloud: soundcloud.com/scoopbop4, Reverbnation: reverbnation.com/scoopbop, YouTube: ScoopBop, SmackboyTV, Email: scoopbop@gmail.com smackboymusic@gmail.com.
24: Thank you for providing 24HourHipHop.com with this exclusive interview, do you have any last words for your present and future fans?
ScoopBop: Once again its your boy ScoopBop, VA representer, be sure to grab SMOKE AND MAINTAIN VIA DATPIFF.COM !!! #smackboy
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