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INTERVIEW
with

Jonathan Doeppe

How long have you been in the music industry?

I have been playing the drums since I was in the sixth grade. I started playing drums in a band when I was a junior in high school. I started actually rapping when I was 18. I took a few years off due to a drug addiction that I finally beat and started going back at it hard core. It inspires me to do good.

What inspired you to create your type of music?

The person that got me into doing this is a good friend of mine whose name is Jason DeLeon. The things I write about in my music are inspired mostly from real life situations that I have been through. I am a wild guy I have been all over the world, dated a lot of girls and done a lot of drugs. I have a lot to talk about I feel!

Who are your musical influences?

I have a lot, I listen to a bit of everything. Jay-Z, Coldplay, Rage Against the Machine, The Roots, 311, Notorious B I G, Kanye West, Snot, Elton John, The Eagles, Citizen Cope, Bob Marley, Outkast, etc....

What type of practice schedule do you have?

I practice everyday! That's the good thing about having no one else to depend on I can practice whenever and where ever I want! I would say at least 2 hours a day is spent on music and if I miss a day I will probably do 4 the next day. Its fun its not like work!

What is your favorite gift ever given to you by a fan?

If I told you guys she would kill me lol!!!!

What are your plans tours and festivals wise this year?

I plan on touring Fredericksburg and Charlottesville, and it looks like I have a good number of fans in Richmond!

Are you planning on expanding your tours to the US this year?

I hope to be on tour across the U.S. by next year. I do have a few shows to do in Guatemala in late July and August!

How valuable do you feel internet radio will be to the future of new artists?

Internet and Satellite Radio are the best!! Hell with regular radio its like listening to a Wal Mart C.D. I like raw listening and that is what the internet and satellite bring to the table. In that regard I think it is HUGE!!!

What is the craziest thing some one has done to meet you?

I don't have it like that yet! Wish I did!!

Do you feel a Street Team is vital to the expansion of new artist fan base?

I would say yes and no. You can do all that work yourself! It def. Doesn't hurt! Anyone who helps an artist out is definitely a helpful person! We do need all the help we can get!

What would you consider your fan base to be?

I would say most girls from 16 to 35 love my stuff! I would also say that anyone that really gives it a chance likes it to! Lets be honest I don't look the part!

How is your album dong so far?

My demo comes out this month I don't have an exact date but definitely this month and most of it will be on my Myspace page!

Do you notice a difference in the audiences based on the countries?

I don't think it matters where you are from as long as the music is from your soul people are going to dig it! As long as you love what your doing people will be able to tell by your music!

What's your favorite country to tour in?

U.S. Baby!!! I have done shows in Guatemala before too!

Have you listened to Castlestone Radio? What do you think about its variety?

I love it you play a little of everything just like what I listen to!

Could you imagine yourself doing anything other than what your doing now career wise?

If so, what would that be?

I still go to school as a back up plan! If this never works out then I want to be an Archeaologist! I am half way through school right now, just a little at a time due to my music but its something to fall back on I guess. Maybe so people don't think I am crazy for chasing my dream, the thing is I know I am talented so it's really more to help my music the more you learn the smarter you are!!

What inspired themes of your music?

Everyone from Ex girlfriends to my Daughter Ayla!

What process do you use to create a new song?

I just start writing or I start by freestyling and recording it. Then I take what I like from the recording and put it on paper.

Do you feel added pressure as the singer and songwriter for the band?

In my field if I can't do it then no one will and that is tough sometimes!

Who would you like to tour with?

The Roots, and Jay- Z

What would be your dream tour?

DoPe, Rage, The Roots, Jay-Z,