Interview & Review: Willy Northpole – Tha Connect
Phoenix, Arizona. To the uninitiated it’s a city that inspires images of tumbleweeds, cacti and heatstroke. To those who are familiar with the sixth largest city in America, it’s home to 475 square miles of hot asphalt, sun-soaked streets and the coldest emcee in America’s hottest city – Willy Northpole. When ReviewSTACKS got a hold of Tha Connect a few days back we wanted to ask Willy a few questions about the album. Questions below, review after the jump.
- When planning Tha Connect, what was most important that you accomplish on the project?
WNP – That it will be considered a certified classic and compared to the best…I knew what the goal was before I started it. The album is my life, I put my heart into it.
- How would you describe your ideal audience?
WNP - I feel that it’s a personal relationship. A lot of people relate to my struggles and see me as inspiration. My audience are real hip-hop fans.
- What brought you into rap and what keeps you in it?
WNP - Rap has always been a part of me; I’ve been recording since I was 12. I’ve always been inspired by hip-hop – that’s why I’m in it.
- What do you like least about the industry?
WNP - Labels have fear…they’re scared to take chances. The industry isn’t cut throat anymore, but hey I’ve gotta get it how I can.
- What’s your favorite track on the album? (And don’t be lame and say all of them.)
WNP - Wow, hardest question ever. I love live music so I’ll have to say “Vegas Lights” but damn man, you got me on that one.
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