Courtesy of the Spoken Wordz
SIW: YO! I’M COOLIN, WHATS GOOD?
FBC: Now, Spoke In Wordz is a very unique name, and very creative.
Tell us how you came up with that name, and how long have you been
going by this name.
SIW: I have had this name for over 13 years, originally spoken words
but due to legal purposes we had to change it up a bit. Spoke In Wordz
as in, im “in” the words bringing them to life. To give the word a
meaning, and to speak out through the power of words.
FBC: You have a very classic sound and you like to switch it up a
lot. Who are some of the people you work with, and what are some of
your inspirations?
SIW: Being form the mid west I have been exposed to many different
styles, I feel like I get bored with one just one style. I challenge
myself to write to different types of beats even if it may not be my
forte. I have worked with many different artist form my home town and as well
as out of state. I would like to work with bigger artist but can’t
afford it so I work with what I have and appreciate those who have
been there in the past and those here today. I have been finding inspiration in the
things that take place in my life, and applying that to my music. I
find it inspirational to make music from my heart, rather trying to
make music I think is cool.
FBC: So, have you done any shows to help raise money for nonprofit
organizations, reach out to the community, or are there any in the
works?
SIW: I have had a few, Family benefits, School conferences, projects
to raise money for shelter, women housing ect. Would like to do more
but I would need major assistance or refferals.
FBC: Very nice. I know that you came up as a battle emcee. Tell us how
that experience was, and how it helped mold you into the artist that
you are now.
SIW: (Laughing) Those were the days. It’s like your grandpa talking bout his
war story’s. Battling was were I earned my stripes. I won most and
lost a few, I have battled some great emcees and because of it I have
been able to get my name out there. Unfortunately, I have not been able
to channel the energy I have in the battles tracks. Music has become
more of a hobby now than a business.
FBC: Sounds very interesting… Please tell us about your catalog of
work so far. Albums, mixtapes, big name shows, etc…
SIW: Word Play in 07, Never Let Go single in 08, and in 2010 – 2011
Western Conference Mixtape w/ (Denver Nuggets) Dj Bedz, Power Of Wordz
– Spoke In Wordz Compilation (Co Collaborations) & Beautiful Dead Ep
FBC: Do you believe hip-hop is dead, or rather, a dying art form?
SIW: I think more of a dying art form, but I believe it is still
tangible and relevant. A lot of real underground hip-hop is addressing
current events. I am seeing more and more artist using the hip-hop art
form for social acts such as the occupy movment, 420 rallies, peace
treaties ect.
FBC: …any shout outs?
SIW: Shout out to my famila, mother, Father, brother, all my sisters.
I love them all. To all CO. comrades. My brothers form the Radiobums
and Late E.
FBC: Please list any websites online that people can reach you and
find your music.
Spoke In Wordz “Beautiful” (Dir. Eric Heights) video
Spoke In Wordz “Never Let Go” (Dir. Eric Heights) video
Spoke In Wordz “Go Hard” video
Thank you for your time and this opportunity. God Bless. –Spoke In Wordz/Radiobums
