something to speak about.
UG Digital Mag: What’s the outcome of the showcase for the other artists involved? Aren’t there other artists involved?
Slate: Yes. There are other artists that me and my management
will seek out that will come to showcase their talent, leading up
to my performing. It’s a way for me to do a couple of things, like,
I’ve performed a lot, but I’ve never had a full set. I’ve done one,
two, and three songs. I wanted to get the experience of perfuming a full set. I’ve made the transition, and an announcement is
coming up. I feel like that will be the biggest thing of the event.
UG Digital Mag: It’s definitely good to see you do this on your
own. You don’t see that with a lot of artist, especially the younger
ones. Many of them are not as involved in their careers as you
are in yours. Why was it important to be able to do this for yourself?
Slate: Just in taking control of my career, musically, I’ve always
been in control. I wanted to have the experience of putting on
my own show, and say that people came out to see me. I wanted
the feeling of knowing they came out because they wanted to
see me and what I was showcasing. Rather than waiting for the
opportunity to come down the line, I wanted to take the bull by
the horns. I want it to be something that grows and is successful
so that I can have another Even Experience. I want to grow as an
artist and give fans the chance to grow with me.
UG Digital Mag: It’s clear that as an artist, you’ve learned a lot
about how to present yourself. Looking at your predecessors,
what are the biggest things you learned from watching them?
Slate: Mainly, the hard work side of things when it comes to
perseverance and grinding. A lot of people think that talent alone
will get you to where you want to be. Talent is great, and you
definitely need it, but that’s not all it takes. There’s always a great
rapper who never makes it, or a great basketball player who never makes it. The difference between them and a Steph Curry, or
Kobe Bryant, is the work they put in.
UG Digital Mag: You recently released your latest project, I’m Sorry, Soon. Where did the the title come from?
Slate: Basically, all 2015, I talked about the EP coming soon.
Needless to say, I’m still working on it. Rather than rush it, I wanted to give the fans something to hold them over. The title is just
saying, I’m sorry it’s not here yet, but it’s coming soon.
UG Digital Mag: Who were people you were able to work with in
putting it together?
Slate: It’s been close knit. I worked with one engineer for both
projects. When it comes to collaborations, it’s been in-house. It
hasn’t been too much outside interference.
UG Digital Mag: What’s coming up next aside from the EP? Is
there even a date yet?
Slate: No date yet. I have a goal, but every time I speak it, it
doesn’t happen. But it’s definitely coming soon. We’re almost
there when it comes to the finish line, but I’m not rushing it. It’s
definitely coming soon. My single for the EP will drop at the
Even Experience. That’s what the focus is. We’re trying to make
sure there are as many people as possible to vibe with me and
support me. April 30th! After that, it’s just going to be post-pro-
duction. From there, when I’m ready and content, the people will
have it.
UG Digital Mag: I would love for people to continue checking you
out. Where can they find you online?
Slate: My social media for Twitter, Facebook, Youtube, and
Soundcloud, it @LyricalSlate. Youtube as a lot of performances,
and SoundCloud has both of my projects. My Instagram is @
CantHateSlate
UG Digital Mag: Any final comments at all?
Slate: I just want to thank you for this opportunity, and I’m stressing the Even Experience! April 30th at the Karma Bistro, in the
SkyBox. 1179 South Hairston Road, in Stone Mountain. Doors
open at 4:30, and it goes from 5pm - 7pm. Single is coming April
30th, and EP is coming soon! +