WARRBUCKSS

Warrbuckss: Thunder City
Posted on Monday, November 5th, 2012 - 11:00AM by zenn

24: Introduce yourself to everyone that doesn't already know who you are.

Warrbuckss: Whattap? I'm Warrbuckss outta Oklahoma City, OKlahoma! Thunder-Up!

24: Before we get into your music, can you describe your history about how you got into and what inspired you?

Warrbuckss: I've just always been a fan of music, I love it. I've also always been drawn to Hip-Hop music and culture since a very young age. I grew up listening to everything from the East, West & South like Run DMC, NWA & Geto Boys, thats what I grew up on as a youngster. I always wrote raps & poems though never really started putting it together in song form til about three years ago.

24: What was the Hip-Hop scene like for you growing up where you're from?

Warrbuckss: I'm from Oklahoma City so it's different here cause were smack dap in the middle of the US so we draw a little from every direction. I feel like we are just now starting to develop our own sound here and its really a mesh of influences.

24: What makes you Unique as a artist and different from other rappers out now?

Warrbuckss: I like a more smooth style rap and was heavily influenced by artists like Snoop, Devin & Too $hort so that's the way I like to spit. So many rappers (especially the white dudes) are spitting 110mph and trust me I respect that and the skill it takes but that's just not me. I have a more retro flow with a new school twist to it. Im also a little older than most the cats getting on so I have some wisdom to share too.

24: Tell us about what you are working on.

Warrbuckss: Right now I'm finishing up my second official studio album "A Lesson in Progression" its scheduled to release 12-12-12. Im real proud of it and did some collabs with some of my favorite artists like Killer Mike, Dee-1 & Mac Lethal just to name a few. Its crazy though cause people are just now catching on to the movement and my last two releases are just now catching a buzz "Nocturne" is available on datpiff and "The Waylon Jethro Project" is out on Audio Mack & Bandcamp.

24: What producers have you worked with and who would you like to work with in the future?

Warrbuckss: I love working with different producers, its great to work with them and develop that style you want to have on each project. I always seem have a different feel Im looking for as an over all theme. The ones I seem to frequent are Wreckless Rowe, Tavaris Baldtrip, Apollo Lane & Spiderman Beats. Though my producer wish list is DJ Premier, RZA, Harry Fraud, Johnny Juliano, Lex Luger, Clams Casino...... Well I could go on for days!

24: Are you happy with the feedback you have been getting from people on material you have released?

Warrbuckss: Yea for sure, its crazy to put out tracks and they reach all over the world. I mean I get twitter messages and emails from all over the globe and that is very humbling. My favorite thing to do is perform live though and that has really helped me build a solid fan base. I love the day after a show in a new city when you get new followers on your social networks like twitter and facebook. Thats how you can tell if you put it all out there or not. People usually tell me my live show is even better than my cds. I wasn't sure how to take that at first but with the cds moving now I will take that as a compliment all day.

24: In today's free download age, what do you need to do to make yourself a household name?

Warrbuckss: For me it's all about connecting with people and just being yourself. I don't know if becoming a household name is in the cards for me or not. Im just happy to be out here doing what I love to do.

24: How do you feel about the current state of the Hip-Hop scene?

Warrbuckss: Sometimes I see the trends in the scene and get concerned but ya know I cant worry about what I cant control. I just trust the good music is gonna always find a way to be heard and just do my part to make that happen. I look at the guys on my team with me and they are so talented and focused that they keep me pushing and inspire me daily. They are a constant reminder that there is hope for the scene. So make sure & checkout Joe Average, Kneighbourhood, L-Smooth & The Greatz! Sorry, shameless plug!

24: Outside of the music, what else are you currently working on?

Warrbuckss: I am the founder and president of FREAKSho Entertainment and we manager a roster of artists, produce videos, shoot photos and do concert promo. I have to wear several hats daily and it defiantly keeps me on my toes. I really love doing videos though, I edit almost all of mine and work with my dude Kaiser Soza on directing them.

24: Where do you see yourself going in 2012 and how do you plan to separate yourself from the other artists out today to get the recognition you feel you deserve?

Warrbuckss: I honestly just wanna keep things moving forward, I would love to see my city get some shine and - 24HourHipHop.com

HipHopOklahoma: Where did you grow up?

Warrbuckss: I grew up mostly in Oklahoma City with the exception of about 3 years in Dallas from age 8-11.

HipHopOklahoma: How long have you been in the Hip Hop game?

Warrbuckss: I just hit the three year mark since Ive been performing and releasing music. I have always written music, made beats or DJ'd off and on in some capacity since I was 14 though.

HipHopOklahoma: What inspired you to start rapping?

Warrbuckss: I’ve always been drawn to Hip-Hop music even from a young age. Just playing around with it, free-styling with my friends & making our own beats and music. It turned in to getting booked on a showcase then took off from there.

HipHopOklahoma: What projects are you working on currently?

Warrbuckss: Right now I am finishing up my next Official Release called "A Lesson in Progression" and looking at 12-12-12 for the official release date. I also have a couple of side projects one is with a producer from Brooklyn, Pzazz Psyxtine. It is my first project that uses one producer and that should be available in Feb2013. We are also in the begining stages of a FREAKSho mixtape featuring the artists on my roster and lots of local 405 artists that we work with.

HipHopOklahoma: What is your take on Hip Hop in Oklahoma?

Warrbuckss: Oklahoma is different cause there is no official blue-print for success in the rap game here. NOBODY has ever made it, YET!. I feel there is a ton of untapped talent out here and when someone does get signed the world will be shocked to see what all we have to offer.

HipHopOklahoma: What is the name of your management company?

Warrbuckss: FREAKSho Entertainment

HipHopOklahoma: How did you get into management?

Warrbuckss: I started by managing myself and just kind of grew from there. I have had several artists approach me for help and advise. I am always willing to teach and help others learn from my mistakes and my wins. Some artists that are willing to listen and learn and want to be part of a real movement have joined forces with me to become an official part of the team.

HipHopOklahoma: How do you separate yourself from other management teams?

Warrbuckss: I am out here in the trenches with my guys and I have their bests interests in mind. Its sort of a family which can both hurt and help us sometimes. We are all learning as we go and that's all we can do is learn what works and what doesn't. I am excited about are future, in just 2 years we have moved from a 1 room office to a large office complex with a recording and a photo/video studio.

HipHopOklahoma: Who are you managing?

Warrbuckss: I manage Joe Average, Kneighbourhood and myself. I also Co-Manage The Greatz and L-Smooth. I have had several other artists reach out to from not just Oklahoma but several other states. I think after the first of the year we will be adding other artists to the roster and starting a management development program.

HipHopOklahoma: What would you tell an artists that is just getting into hip hop in Oklahoma?

Warrbuckss: I would say take your time on perfecting your craft before you jump out there. With the internet and usb mics available its easy to make a song, upload it and try to shove it down peoples throats. Invest in what you are doing cause if you don't invest in yourself nobody else is going to! - hiphopoklahoma.com

HipHopOklahoma: Where did you grow up?

Warrbuckss: I grew up mostly in Oklahoma City with the exception of about 3 years in Dallas from age 8-11.

HipHopOklahoma: How long have you been in the Hip Hop game?

Warrbuckss: I just hit the three year mark since Ive been performing and releasing music. I have always written music, made beats or DJ'd off and on in some capacity since I was 14 though.

HipHopOklahoma: What inspired you to start rapping?

Warrbuckss: I’ve always been drawn to Hip-Hop music even from a young age. Just playing around with it, free-styling with my friends & making our own beats and music. It turned in to getting booked on a showcase then took off from there.

HipHopOklahoma: What projects are you working on currently?

Warrbuckss: Right now I am finishing up my next Official Release called "A Lesson in Progression" and looking at 12-12-12 for the official release date. I also have a couple of side projects one is with a producer from Brooklyn, Pzazz Psyxtine. It is my first project that uses one producer and that should be available in Feb2013. We are also in the begining stages of a FREAKSho mixtape featuring the artists on my roster and lots of local 405 artists that we work with.

HipHopOklahoma: What is your take on Hip Hop in Oklahoma?

Warrbuckss: Oklahoma is different cause there is no official blue-print for success in the rap game here. NOBODY has ever made it, YET!. I feel there is a ton of untapped talent out here and when someone does get signed the world will be shocked to see what all we have to offer.

HipHopOklahoma: What is the name of your management company?

Warrbuckss: FREAKSho Entertainment

HipHopOklahoma: How did you get into management?

Warrbuckss: I started by managing myself and just kind of grew from there. I have had several artists approach me for help and advise. I am always willing to teach and help others learn from my mistakes and my wins. Some artists that are willing to listen and learn and want to be part of a real movement have joined forces with me to become an official part of the team.

HipHopOklahoma: How do you separate yourself from other management teams?

Warrbuckss: I am out here in the trenches with my guys and I have their bests interests in mind. Its sort of a family which can both hurt and help us sometimes. We are all learning as we go and that's all we can do is learn what works and what doesn't. I am excited about are future, in just 2 years we have moved from a 1 room office to a large office complex with a recording and a photo/video studio.

HipHopOklahoma: Who are you managing?

Warrbuckss: I manage Joe Average, Kneighbourhood and myself. I also Co-Manage The Greatz and L-Smooth. I have had several other artists reach out to from not just Oklahoma but several other states. I think after the first of the year we will be adding other artists to the roster and starting a management development program.

HipHopOklahoma: What would you tell an artists that is just getting into hip hop in Oklahoma?

Warrbuckss: I would say take your time on perfecting your craft before you jump out there. With the internet and usb mics available its easy to make a song, upload it and try to shove it down peoples throats. Invest in what you are doing cause if you don't invest in yourself nobody else is going to! - hiphopoklahoma.com

Warrbuckss: Thunder City
Posted on Monday, November 5th, 2012 - 11:00AM by zenn

24: Introduce yourself to everyone that doesn't already know who you are.

Warrbuckss: Whattap? I'm Warrbuckss outta Oklahoma City, OKlahoma! Thunder-Up!

24: Before we get into your music, can you describe your history about how you got into and what inspired you?

Warrbuckss: I've just always been a fan of music, I love it. I've also always been drawn to Hip-Hop music and culture since a very young age. I grew up listening to everything from the East, West & South like Run DMC, NWA & Geto Boys, thats what I grew up on as a youngster. I always wrote raps & poems though never really started putting it together in song form til about three years ago.

24: What was the Hip-Hop scene like for you growing up where you're from?

Warrbuckss: I'm from Oklahoma City so it's different here cause were smack dap in the middle of the US so we draw a little from every direction. I feel like we are just now starting to develop our own sound here and its really a mesh of influences.

24: What makes you Unique as a artist and different from other rappers out now?

Warrbuckss: I like a more smooth style rap and was heavily influenced by artists like Snoop, Devin & Too $hort so that's the way I like to spit. So many rappers (especially the white dudes) are spitting 110mph and trust me I respect that and the skill it takes but that's just not me. I have a more retro flow with a new school twist to it. Im also a little older than most the cats getting on so I have some wisdom to share too.

24: Tell us about what you are working on.

Warrbuckss: Right now I'm finishing up my second official studio album "A Lesson in Progression" its scheduled to release 12-12-12. Im real proud of it and did some collabs with some of my favorite artists like Killer Mike, Dee-1 & Mac Lethal just to name a few. Its crazy though cause people are just now catching on to the movement and my last two releases are just now catching a buzz "Nocturne" is available on datpiff and "The Waylon Jethro Project" is out on Audio Mack & Bandcamp.

24: What producers have you worked with and who would you like to work with in the future?

Warrbuckss: I love working with different producers, its great to work with them and develop that style you want to have on each project. I always seem have a different feel Im looking for as an over all theme. The ones I seem to frequent are Wreckless Rowe, Tavaris Baldtrip, Apollo Lane & Spiderman Beats. Though my producer wish list is DJ Premier, RZA, Harry Fraud, Johnny Juliano, Lex Luger, Clams Casino...... Well I could go on for days!

24: Are you happy with the feedback you have been getting from people on material you have released?

Warrbuckss: Yea for sure, its crazy to put out tracks and they reach all over the world. I mean I get twitter messages and emails from all over the globe and that is very humbling. My favorite thing to do is perform live though and that has really helped me build a solid fan base. I love the day after a show in a new city when you get new followers on your social networks like twitter and facebook. Thats how you can tell if you put it all out there or not. People usually tell me my live show is even better than my cds. I wasn't sure how to take that at first but with the cds moving now I will take that as a compliment all day.

24: In today's free download age, what do you need to do to make yourself a household name?

Warrbuckss: For me it's all about connecting with people and just being yourself. I don't know if becoming a household name is in the cards for me or not. Im just happy to be out here doing what I love to do.

24: How do you feel about the current state of the Hip-Hop scene?

Warrbuckss: Sometimes I see the trends in the scene and get concerned but ya know I cant worry about what I cant control. I just trust the good music is gonna always find a way to be heard and just do my part to make that happen. I look at the guys on my team with me and they are so talented and focused that they keep me pushing and inspire me daily. They are a constant reminder that there is hope for the scene. So make sure & checkout Joe Average, Kneighbourhood, L-Smooth & The Greatz! Sorry, shameless plug!

24: Outside of the music, what else are you currently working on?

Warrbuckss: I am the founder and president of FREAKSho Entertainment and we manager a roster of artists, produce videos, shoot photos and do concert promo. I have to wear several hats daily and it defiantly keeps me on my toes. I really love doing videos though, I edit almost all of mine and work with my dude Kaiser Soza on directing them.

24: Where do you see yourself going in 2012 and how do you plan to separate yourself from the other artists out today to get the recognition you feel you deserve?

Warrbuckss: I honestly just wanna keep things moving forward, I would love to see my city get some shine and - 24hourhiphop.com

Rapping might have started off as a joke for Oklahoma City native Waylon Clark, who performs as Warrbuckss, but he’s gotten seriously good.
“I started when I was young, just freestyling to make people laugh. I would DJ house parties and rap to instrumentals for fun,” Clark said. “About three years ago, I started taking it seriously. I was booked on a showcase show in Bricktown. It went over so well, I haven’t stopped performing live shows or making music since.”

Those three short years have already seen Warrbuckss on bills supporting artists like Ke$ha, Killer Mike and Asher Roth. He has a smooth delivery — inspired by the likes of Kanye West and Curren$y — to thank for such opportunities, and a certain perspective that only comes with age.

“Being older than most of the cats doing it definitely makes me stand out,” Clark said. “Most people are shocked when I get onstage, ’cause they don’t see it coming and are usually won over by the time I’m done.”

And any edge you can get in a small hip-hop market like Oklahoma City is one worth having.

“You are automatically an underdog in the game here, so you have to hustle harder than if you were from a large market,” he said. “The competition is a little steeper because only a couple of artists get the shine in the city. Everyone else is kind of lumped together, fighting for the spotlight. It’s funny, because I can hit the road and perform at packed venues and festivals all over the country, but come back home with not much notoriety.”

But Clark said that’s all right with him.

“It keeps me hungry and wanting more,” he said.
Clark released his latest mixtape, Nocturne, earlier this month, making his biggest national splash to date.
“The response has been awesome,” he said. “It’s crazy to Google it and see it on lots of different websites, even people I don’t know posting the tracks on YouTube. It’s real cool.”

October will find Warrbuckss opening for Lil’ Flip, as well as releasing his second studio record, A Lesson in Progression — which features guest spots from big names such as Killer Mike, Dee-1 and Mac Lethal — the first effort he has recorded, mixed and mastered all on his lonesome.

“I grew up in Oklahoma City and love this place,” he said. “I’m hoping to shine a light on our city and help make a lane for other artists from OKC to get some national exposure.”
- Oklahoma Gazette

Not every rapper is cut from the same mold and Waylon Clark — aka Daddy WarrBuckss — has taken one of the more unconventional routes to finding his flow in the Oklahoma City rap scene. The emcee’s path began with a traveling troupe of bluegrass musicians.

“I grew up around music. My parents were in bluegrass, which is obviously another end of the spectrum, but my dad, my grandpa, my brother — they were all traveling while playing bluegrass music,” Clark said. “That helped me because I have a wide spectrum of music I like, as well as understanding production and how to survive in the music industry.”

Clark formed Freaksho with Chad Hoskins — aka DJ Sloppy — when he lived in Dallas. At first, the sole intention was to start a party rap group focused on having fun, regardless of where the members were playing or who might be in the crowd.

“Being at a show with a crowd that might not be used to hip-hop at that venue, they will still respond to it if it is fun,” Hoskins said. “Even if hip-hop isn’t your favorite type of music, you’ll still enjoy the show because we do stupid stuff to keep it fun.”

PALER APPEARANCE
It’s become expected within the greater hip-hop community for white rappers to downplay the novelty of their skin color in hopes of being taken seriously. Clark and Hoskins are a bit more comfortable with their paler appearance and say crowds have responded to Freaksho’s indifferent demeanor and their appearance as goofy guys who just have fun onstage.

“We are definitely something different,” Clark said. “It’s not every day you see two guys that look like us breaking out a hip-hop show, but we can blend in with about any crowd. We could do music festivals no problem; it’s just all about having fun.”

When the group formed in Dallas, it was mostly just to play the occasional house party or rap battle. The act called it quits after the members finished college. But earlier this year, a promoter eager to fill out a concert lineup asked Freakshow to re-assemble for a reunion show. The gig went over so well that Freaksho began booking two to three shows a week, and recently entered the studio to record an album ahead of a West Coast tour slated for January.

While many rappers focus their energy on Internet promotion, Clark said he’s taken a tip from his traveling bluegrass family and hopes to build a following through live performances wherever Freaksho can book a show.

“Hip-hop is one of the most popular music forms out there and is what most kids are listening to these days. It’s what people our age grew up listening to,” Clark said. “There really is no viable hip-hop scene in Oklahoma City, but there are plenty of people that want to see fun hip-hop, party music.”

Freaksho with The Rumor perform at 10 p.m. Friday at VZD’s Restaurant and Club, 4200 N. Western. —Charles Martin
- Oklahoma City Gazette

Not every rapper is cut from the same mold and Waylon Clark — aka Daddy WarrBuckss — has taken one of the more unconventional routes to finding his flow in the Oklahoma City rap scene. The emcee’s path began with a traveling troupe of bluegrass musicians.

“I grew up around music. My parents were in bluegrass, which is obviously another end of the spectrum, but my dad, my grandpa, my brother — they were all traveling while playing bluegrass music,” Clark said. “That helped me because I have a wide spectrum of music I like, as well as understanding production and how to survive in the music industry.”

Clark formed Freaksho with Chad Hoskins — aka DJ Sloppy — when he lived in Dallas. At first, the sole intention was to start a party rap group focused on having fun, regardless of where the members were playing or who might be in the crowd.

“Being at a show with a crowd that might not be used to hip-hop at that venue, they will still respond to it if it is fun,” Hoskins said. “Even if hip-hop isn’t your favorite type of music, you’ll still enjoy the show because we do stupid stuff to keep it fun.”

PALER APPEARANCE
It’s become expected within the greater hip-hop community for white rappers to downplay the novelty of their skin color in hopes of being taken seriously. Clark and Hoskins are a bit more comfortable with their paler appearance and say crowds have responded to Freaksho’s indifferent demeanor and their appearance as goofy guys who just have fun onstage.

“We are definitely something different,” Clark said. “It’s not every day you see two guys that look like us breaking out a hip-hop show, but we can blend in with about any crowd. We could do music festivals no problem; it’s just all about having fun.”

When the group formed in Dallas, it was mostly just to play the occasional house party or rap battle. The act called it quits after the members finished college. But earlier this year, a promoter eager to fill out a concert lineup asked Freakshow to re-assemble for a reunion show. The gig went over so well that Freaksho began booking two to three shows a week, and recently entered the studio to record an album ahead of a West Coast tour slated for January.

While many rappers focus their energy on Internet promotion, Clark said he’s taken a tip from his traveling bluegrass family and hopes to build a following through live performances wherever Freaksho can book a show.

“Hip-hop is one of the most popular music forms out there and is what most kids are listening to these days. It’s what people our age grew up listening to,” Clark said. “There really is no viable hip-hop scene in Oklahoma City, but there are plenty of people that want to see fun hip-hop, party music.”

Freaksho with The Rumor perform at 10 p.m. Friday at VZD’s Restaurant and Club, 4200 N. Western. —Charles Martin
- Oklahoma City Gazette

Seldom you hear about hip-hop artist from Oklahoma City. Warrbuckss is looking to change that trend. As a self promoting indie artist his potential is proven with these two records. Though the Thunder took a tough loss last night the city is obviously still winning. Remember where you herd it first. Check his site out at http://www.warrbuckss.com/ and follow him @Warrbuckss on twitter. - Citified Media

Warrbuckss was born and raised in Oklahoma City & is known for his no holds barred lyrics and nasty style. He has created a buzz on the scene over the last year dropping several mix-tapes and sharing the stage with national acts such as Killer Mike, Pac Div, Cyhi Da Prynce, Dee1, Ke$ha, Mickey Avalon & Asher Roth. Although only really rapping a few years now Warrbuckss has always been inspired by hip-hop since a young age. He grew up on the classics and sites Run DMC, Beastie Boys, Public Enemy, Tribe Called Quest & Ghetto Boys as his early influences. Warrbuckss said "The main artists that truly influenced my style are Ol' Dirty, Snoop, Devin The Dude & Andre 3k. Not that I sound like any of them but they really inspired me because they have a unique style all their own." Nothing is of limits to Warrbuckss in his music from talking about being a father, sexual exploits, His weight or Age. He doesn't seem to mind the fact he's a little bit older than most MC's. " I just do what I can and turning back the clock isn't one of them. As long as people are listening and the shows are being booked I'm gonna keep doin it. I feel I have a ton of life experience and things to share. i haven't even touched on 1/3 of my life yet in my music." When asked who his favorite MC's doing it right now are, "Man I listen to everything but really Kanye, J. Cole, Curren$y, Dee-1 & Kid Cudi are who I jam on the regular." Warrbuckss hit the road last year doing shows and music festivals in Hollywood, Los Angeles & Las Vegas just to name a few stops but took time off to focus on his upcoming album A Lesson in Progression slated to drop spring 2012. "The album is almost done, its got some nice collabs with a few of the artists I truly respect out here doin it, Killer Mike, Dee-1 & Mac Lethal." Warrbuckss has several things in the works from signing up and coming artists like Joe Average to his management firm to shooting and directing music videos through his production company FREAKSho Entertainment as well. "I want to stay in this music industry for years to come. Thats why I manage other artists and got into the videos. I mean shit I can lay down the mic right now and still make money in this industry." Well sounds like he could but we hope he doesn't.

Checkout his latest release on Datpiff.com "Just the Tip: The Collection" a compilation of tracks from his last 4 projects Almost Famous, The One, #fuckurmixtape & Nocturne: http://www.datpiff.com/Warrbuckss-Just-The-Tip-The-Collection-mixtape.305701.html

Videos:
http://youtu.be/t1BFgSSbo1E
http://youtu.be/g40MsIQN9U0
http://youtu.be/ZyU1I19OXOA
http://youtu.be/cu0bJ_SLKK4

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Warrbuckss
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Warrbuckss/142793415731542
Official Webpage: www.warrbuckss.com - www.viewhiphop.com

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