No doubt about it. ego trip's The (White) Rapper Show" has got the internet going nuts, kid! Everyone has something to say --and some of them are even starting eat their words (Take that, haters!) Well, our cast got something to say too. Over the holiday break, we hollered at 'em. They hollered back. Here's the first of more interviews to come...




Persia.
Far Rockaway, Queens, NY

Why should America watch ego trip's The (White) Rapper Show?
Cause... ummmmm... Persia's in it. And I just happen to be the most talented entertaining person on the face of this earth. Not to mention I pull EVERYONE's card!!! Hahahahahaha!

What was your experience like being on the show?
It was hot as hell. LOL! Other than that it was a bit of a culture shock. I mean, I'm white, but I ain't never been around so many white people in my life. LOL. I had a blast calling people out, though. Persia can't stand a fake mu'fukka!

Do you think the hip-hop community will embrace the show?
I'ma be real honest on this one...I think I'm the only reason hip-hop will embrace this show. I connect this show to the 'hood.

What's your life been like since the show wrapped?
Maaaaaaaan. I been to hell and back again and topped it off with a gun charge. Currently in court and finishing up the mixtape. But you know, I'm still "That Bitch" and I'm looking forward to taking the game by storm. *Wind blows.* Haha.

Do you still hate John Brown?
With every ounce of dildo!

BONUS!: Did you have a (white) Christmas/Chanukah/Kwanzaa?
Lmaooooooo. *Blank stare.* Is this question drug-related? Hahaha.

Tootles peoples,
P.


John Brown.
Davis, CA / Brooklyn, NY

Why should America watch ego trip's The (White) Rapper Show?
Americans should watch the show to not only learn about hip-hop history, but to recognize the depth in which hip-hop has sincerely permeated every race, class and gender of American society. The show explores the psychological, emotional and creative dimensions of white rappers who genuinely love the culture and seek to find a place in its history. It also illustrates the dualism of cultural development. That is, hip-hop helped the contestants define themselves, and simultaneously, the contestants now help to define hip-hop.

If you're a die-hard hip-hop head, tune-in to critique, analyze and hate. If you're a soccer mom or middle class workaholic father, watch the show to understand why your kids stay smoking blunts, longing for a rap career. If you're a reality show junkie, watch the show to laugh at us and feel better about yourself. If you're revival minded, be a witness and hallelujah holla back!

What was your experience like being on the show?
I had a very revival minded experience on the show. It was filled with intense pressure, stress and hatred -- nothing new to a boss.

I was unbelievably grateful for the opportunities to meet and work with hip-hop legends. Most of the guest stars were insightful and genuinely amazing people. Others, at times, felt a need to patronize or disrespect contestants as a way to appease their constituency. I mean it's a (white) rapper show, so naturally some tried to step-up their gangsta for public relations damage control. I ain't mad at 'cha.

Reality shows are heavy on the "show", light on the reality. The hours spent in overheated vans waiting for scene cues and food will not be missed.

Do you think the hip-hop community will embrace the show?
The "hip-hop community" is such a broad range of people that the reactions will be as varied as those who identify with the culture. Obviously, the knee-jerk reaction from most people is HATE HATE HATE -- which is good. ego trip is rooted in the tradition of the provocateur, and to incite discussion is the essence of relevant artistry.

If the editing is left solely to VH1 producers, I think the sensationalism and drama would repel those who truly love hip-hop culture and its power in society. However, ego trip consists of weathered hip-hop historians with a reputation for brilliant social psychological probing. This is not going to be a rap-off. I'm confident that the exploration of deep racial and class issues will make this a profound and hilarious analysis of American culture -- converting the haters at home into witnesses.

I'm guessing that the majority of white rappers will be shaking with hatred at "how much they would have lyrically murdered these jokers!", while subconsciously wishing they had been given the same opportunity for national exposure.

Other "hip-hop conservatives," driven by a nostalgic longing for a return to "the golden era of '90's hip-hop," will probably scoff at this "corporate co-opting" of a sacred artform.

I think that open-minded members of the hip-hop community and those with a modern "bossed-up" mentality will recognize that this show not only sheds light on the complexities of American culture, but is also an unprecedented opportunity for some of us to infiltrate the national media. Hustle smarter, lil' homie.

What's your life been like since the show wrapped?
Since returning to general population, my life has been 100% revival minded. Like I said on the show, we handle our business so religiously at Ghetto Revival -- any slacking whatsoever is outright blasphemy.

This industry and culture is not a game. We dead serious ova here. We've been putting producers in head locks, intimidating engineers and paying-off journalists to propogate our takeover of the world. Can I get a witness??

Did you have a (white) Christmas/Chanukah/Kwanzaa?
I celebrated "Revival Time," with some Henny, a few dutches and Ghetto Revival classics on blast!

I'm dead serious.



$hamrock.
Atlanta, GA


Why should America watch ego trip's The (White) Rapper Show?
America needs to check for this show because they will be amazed at the level of talent that's on it. This show is a history lesson for many folks, myself included. Plus, it brings up many interesting points about hip-hop and white rappers in general. And this shit is off tha chain!

What was your experience like being on the show?
I was like a deer in headlights. Everything was brand new as far being in New York, being on TV, meeting all these legends, so it was real weird. I was missing Atlanta like crazy, but I didn't want it to end at the same time. So half the time I was homesick, the other half I was excited as hell to be on the show.

Do you think the hip-hop community will embrace the show?
I don't really know what to expect from the hip-hop community when they see the show. But all the legends that I look up to who broke bread with us, that let me know that they took us seriously and respected what we were trying to do, I appreciated that. I feel like as long as I represent what I do 100% then you gotta respect it. You ain't gotta like me as a rapper, but just respect me for doin' me.

What's your life been like since the show wrapped?
I left the show with so much wisdom and knowledge gained that when I got back, I hit the ground runnin'. It took me some time to adjust to the real world again, I thought I was going crazy for a second. Once I got my mind right I hit the clubs, started doin' hella shows, writing like crazy, recording like crazy. I want this show to have a positive impact on my career so I gotta grind and put the work in now."

Do you still hate John Brown?
What kind of question is this? I may not see eye-to-eye on everything with John, but as he would say, "There's no hate in my heart, my brother." John Brown is definitely on some other shit for real, but I learned from him, too. He got his business and his team straight so I believe he'll be alright with what he's trying to do in the music industry. Lemme get a beat JB!

BONUS!: Did you have a (white) Christmas/Chanukah/Kwanzaa?
Heeeeeeeeeeelllll no. You know it don't snow down here in tha A!

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Keep checkin' in the next few days for more interviews to come, homies!