Interview with Chris Webby
Recently opinionated, independent American rapper Chris Webby graced our shores on his first Australian tour which featured the Cheez TV hosts.
Rappfox managed to sneak a in Q&A into his busy schedule and learnt about the inspirations behind his fire disses.
What inspired you to start rapping?
I was raised in a household full of music. My dad is a lifelong guitarist, and I grew up being exposed good music every day. I also have always naturally excelled at using the English language. When I discovered rap music back when I was 10 or so, I knew right then and there that it was what I wanted to do for the rest of my life. I studied it, became obsessed with it, practiced every element of it for years. The rest is history.
You’re most popular for your Raw Thoughts tracks, which disses just about everyone worth dissing, what inspired to write and release these tracks?
My songs have always reflected my thoughts. I would often be steered away from the shit talking by my previous manager, because keeping everything positive is an easier route. I’m with new management now, and there will no longer be a filter. The first Raw Thoughts was just me venting about things/people that bother me. After seeing the incredible response, I tailored the sequel to be even more on topic and vicious than it’s predecessor.
Is there any other person and/or people that you’d now like to diss (potential Raw Thoughts 3 track)?
Let’s face it, we live in a fucked up world full of shitty people. I don’t think I’ll ever have a shortage of targets. At the same time, the Raw Thoughts tracks are only a piece of my creative process. My music will continue to have more and more of an underlying message to it as I grow as a person, but channeled in all sorts of ways. I’ll also have songs that are just simply fun to listen to. My style is about as diverse as it gets, and will continue to evolve.
How does it feel to be touring on the other side of the world with your music?
Absolutely amazing. I’ve wanted to come to Australia since I was a kid, so this is definitely a gratifying moment for me.
It’s been 4 years since you’ve release an album, though you have released a number of mixtapes, is there anything in works?
I released content every Wednesday of 2017 which led up to a full length project. All I do is work, and I plan on having a lot more music on deck for 2018. As soon as I get back to Australia I’ll be back in the studio keeping the creative pipeline flowing.
What else is on the cards in 2018 for Chris Webby?
I’m not sure yet, but I definitely won’t be doing any more shoey’s .. I got peer pressured into doing one of those in Sydney on stage last night. I had no idea what it was, I just got handed a shoe.. I thought the kid wanted me to sign it. Next thing you know I’m taking a shot of Jameson out of a stranger's foot wear. Apparently that makes me an honorary Australian, which is an honor, but it was absolutely disgusting. Fuck it tho, no regrets right?
Discover Chris Webby's music and more at: https://chriswebby.com/
Rappfox managed to sneak a in Q&A into his busy schedule and learnt about the inspirations behind his fire disses.
What inspired you to start rapping?
I was raised in a household full of music. My dad is a lifelong guitarist, and I grew up being exposed good music every day. I also have always naturally excelled at using the English language. When I discovered rap music back when I was 10 or so, I knew right then and there that it was what I wanted to do for the rest of my life. I studied it, became obsessed with it, practiced every element of it for years. The rest is history.
You’re most popular for your Raw Thoughts tracks, which disses just about everyone worth dissing, what inspired to write and release these tracks?
My songs have always reflected my thoughts. I would often be steered away from the shit talking by my previous manager, because keeping everything positive is an easier route. I’m with new management now, and there will no longer be a filter. The first Raw Thoughts was just me venting about things/people that bother me. After seeing the incredible response, I tailored the sequel to be even more on topic and vicious than it’s predecessor.
Is there any other person and/or people that you’d now like to diss (potential Raw Thoughts 3 track)?
Let’s face it, we live in a fucked up world full of shitty people. I don’t think I’ll ever have a shortage of targets. At the same time, the Raw Thoughts tracks are only a piece of my creative process. My music will continue to have more and more of an underlying message to it as I grow as a person, but channeled in all sorts of ways. I’ll also have songs that are just simply fun to listen to. My style is about as diverse as it gets, and will continue to evolve.
How does it feel to be touring on the other side of the world with your music?
Absolutely amazing. I’ve wanted to come to Australia since I was a kid, so this is definitely a gratifying moment for me.
It’s been 4 years since you’ve release an album, though you have released a number of mixtapes, is there anything in works?
I released content every Wednesday of 2017 which led up to a full length project. All I do is work, and I plan on having a lot more music on deck for 2018. As soon as I get back to Australia I’ll be back in the studio keeping the creative pipeline flowing.
What else is on the cards in 2018 for Chris Webby?
I’m not sure yet, but I definitely won’t be doing any more shoey’s .. I got peer pressured into doing one of those in Sydney on stage last night. I had no idea what it was, I just got handed a shoe.. I thought the kid wanted me to sign it. Next thing you know I’m taking a shot of Jameson out of a stranger's foot wear. Apparently that makes me an honorary Australian, which is an honor, but it was absolutely disgusting. Fuck it tho, no regrets right?
Discover Chris Webby's music and more at: https://chriswebby.com/