Cris Cartel
Product of hip hop since 1984.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
I've been writing seriously since 1997, recorded a demo in 2004. Preformed at some local house parties after finishing my demo. Lack of funds prevents me from recording at the moment. Always on the grind writing, though.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
I've done a few house parties with my old producer & his crew. I really wanna rock a larger crowd, though. That gets me hyped.
Your musical influences
Music in general. I love hip hop, r & b (mostly old school '80s), alternative, heavy/death metal, some pop (not the sappy stuff). Basically, anything that captures my attention, whether it's the lyrics, beat, etc. I take ideas from all genres of music. I also am influenced by the world that surrounds me. Situations I have been through. Things of that nature.
What equipment do you use?
Gimme an hour, plus a pen & pad.
Anything else?
I also have an Associate's Degree in Graphic Design. Now if I could only produce, I'd be the total package.
