Applause is in order for Tech N9ne, who’s album All 6′s and 7′s debuted at No. 4 on today’s Billboard 200 charts. Sitting down with MTV he opens up about and relishes in his success…
Many are wondering how the Kansas City, Missouri, rapper got up in the top five among the likes of Adele and Lady Gaga. Well, credit his independent hustle and devoted fanbase for making the release a success. In addition to grabbing that #4 spot, All 6′s and 7′s also ranks as the #1 independent album and rap album this week. And according to Tech, major record companies have been expressing interest in striking a deal with his Strange Music label. “They’ve already been calling, since last year or the year before. They’ve already been calling and asking us questions and stuff,” he told MTV News during an intimate sit-down in his Lee Summit, Missouri, offices last week.
Tech and his business partner Travis O’Guin established the indie label Strange Music in 1999, and have been releasing Tech’s music on it ever since. In 2009, it was revealed that the label earned approximately $15 million, thanks to the support of Tech’s fans, who call themselves “Technicians.” When it comes to giving up his independence, Tecca Nina isn’t so quick to sign though. Instead, he loftily aims to grow Strange Music into a major in its own right without partnering up. “I think Strange Music will be the major this year or next year. It’s looking that way,” he said.
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not a fan of his music…but hey..shows u can make wat YOU like and win…but then not every1 is gonna like wat u like ..and thats y ppl make pop radio friendly stuff eh….
maybe im being naive but it seems like the mainstream audience is slowly but surely starting to recognize the actual TALENT in the hip hop industry, not just the acts who have catchy songs. (i.e. this album, lupe’s success and bad meets evil) Congrats to Tech and Strange
This individual is accomplishing something almost beyond understanding. This is genuinely a paramount example of hard work paying off, consider his years of dedication to this. Calling his efforts inspirational just isn’t substantial enough of an acknowledgement to his contribution. If you aren’t taking notes from this guy, you should.
Peace Tech, from NYC.
Smartest nigga in rap. Makes me proud to be from KC.
Tech is definately in my top 20! Maybe even 10 after this album! BTW, are Tech’s performances as dope as everyone says they are? I’m thinking of wanting to go to one.
Technician since absolute power released in Tulsa, OK and cannot believe the talent and stage presence Tech shows every single year. Amazing to go from a crowd of 150 or less at a show to sold out venues! Tech N9ne!
Fuckin Right Pauly Dee! If You Haven’t Seen A Tech Show You’re Missin Out! His Shows Kill Any Other Rappers Shows! And I’ve Seen Tech In Concert 6 Times & Each Time He Kills It!