The Come Up: Tom Tebow X IAHHM Interview
Upcoming Cleveland Artist Tom Tebow checks in with the brand to talk about what inspired him to become an artist, his influences, how he can change the music industry, current top rappers and producers, streaming platforms, Drake, Tupac, Kanye West and much more… Read the full interview below.
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Making his first appearance on the IAHHM platform by way of Cleveland Ohio is our boy Tom Tebow, dropping off his latest project “Fro’Be. We were able to briely chat with the Cleveland artist to see what actually motivated him for this project and here is what he had to say: “Kobe. His mentality, his dedication, his drive and competitiveness, its everything I live by at this point in my life. FRO’be is Kobe when he had the fro back in the day. That’s my alter ego so to speak.” “FRO’be is an 8 track EP which is available via SoundCloud right now and will be hitting more streaming platforms soon to come. Stream the project in full below and also read our exclusive interview as well. The year is coming to an end,, Where will Tom Tebow end up in the END OF YEAR standings? Leave Comments below.
WHERE DOES DRAKE RANK IN YOUR BEST OVERALL RAPPER LIST? WHAT DO YOU THINK THE PUSHA T BEEF DID FOR BOTH PARTIES?
Drake top 10 all time for me, he can be top 5 but we’ll see how long he can go.
FAVORITE HIP HOP GROUP OF ALL TIME?
Bone Thugs and harmony
WHAT HAS THE HARDEST OBSTACLE AS AN INDEPENDENT RECORDING ARTIST BEEN?
Getting my music on the proper platform
WHAT PLATFORM ARE YOU USING TO DISTRIBUTE YOUR MUSIC AND WHY?
Right now , mostly soundcloud because it’s the easiest way for my fans to listen to my music it allows me to be more creatively open
WHAT IS YOUR STANCE ON KANYE WEST?
My stance on Kanye is, I get what he trying do but he is doing it and in the worst way possible. I agree with some of what he’s saying but you can help the community without all the chucking and jiving
HOW MANY ARTISTS HAVE YOU COLLABORATED WITH LOCALLY?
Not many, I usually collab with me team, but I am open to it
HOW SERIOUS ARE YOU ABOUT MAKING A LIVING FROM MUSIC? ARE YOU A STUDENT OF THE GAME?
I am a student, always have been since I was younger. Even before I knew I would become a rapper I would write different artist lyrics down and study them; artist like Jay Z, Biggie, and lil wayne always amazed me with their lyrical ability and I wanted to emulate that, I’m very serious at this point in my life I couldn’t see myself doing anything else.
WHAT IS LACKING IN HIP HOP MUSIC THAT YOU THINK YOU CAN CHANGE?
Substance in songs, I feel like its good to have songs that are catchy, but even back in the day the songs had some type of meaning, we’ve lost sight of that
IN ORDER, RANK YOUR TOP 5 PRODUCERS IN THE GAME RIGHT NOW?
Top 5 right now…. Zeytoven, Mike will made it, Metro, boi 1da, and Murda
FAVORITE ALBUM SO FAR THIS YEAR?
Future Beastmode 2 and Carter V
IN ORDER, RANK YOUR TOP 5 RAPPERS IN THE GAME
Jay-z, Drake, Kendrick, Meek, and Cole
IF YOU COULD COLLABORATE WITH ANY SINGER MALE OR FEMALE FOR A JOINT ALBUM WHO WOULD IT BE?
Jhene Aiko, Her vibe is so crazy, and on the singing side her lyrics are crazy! I think our album would be so melo.
DO YOU THINK THE STREAMING ERA IS HURTING OR BENEFITING ARTISTS THESE DAYS?
I think it’s very beneficial. This era of music has allowed young people to make money off of their music without having to worry about having the backing of a major label or having to go through everything that comes with that. There are Cons in the situation but I think that its more beneficial for the artist.
WHAT WOULD YOUR ADVICE BE TO ASPIRING ARTISTS FROM YOUR AREA?
Let’s keep the Momentum going! There are so many talented artist in Cleveland, every time I go home I hear an amazing new artist and its so inspirational! Keep grinding! Its gonna happen!
Where are you from ?
Cleveland, Ohio born and raised
-How did the crew get started?
We all come from different cities. We moved to North Dakota to work and we linked up! We’ve been through so much together in the last couple of years that our bond has become more of a family bond rather than a friendship.
-When and how did you get into music?
I’ve always loved music. I can remember back being young, like 4 or 5, Every morning my pops playing Bone and Tupac, like Religiously lol, so I’ve just loved it. Hard to explain.
-How did you get your name?
It’s a nick name I’ve had since my freshman year in college, they call me Tebow because I’m Clutch!
-How will you change the industry?
I’m going to bring substance back to our music.
-Who is in your mainstream top 5?
Drake, Kendrick, Travis Scott, Migos, Future
-What motivated or inspired you to record your last project?
Kobe. His mentality, his dedication, his drive and competitiveness, its everything I live by at this point in my life. FRO’be is Kobe when he had the fro back in the day. That’s my alter ego so to speak.
-Has there been any time in your journey where you felt like pursuing something else instead of music?
Absolutely not! The moment I dropped out of college is the moment I told myself im dedicating my life to getting my music and message out and I’ve never looked back
Whose side were you on.. Biggie Or Pac?
As far as the beef goes… Biggie, even though I felt like he should’ve responded to hit em up. No man will ever disrespect me on the mic like that and I not respond. I don’t care what the situation is! But overall im a Pac fan to the death.
If you had one song of yours to perform on national tv which would it be?
Worst things. That song will touch everyones’ soul when they hear it
If you were offered a perfect distribution/sponsorship from every major company in america which company would suit you and your brand the most?
Probably Roc Nation or QC. All of their artist go as far as their talents allow them. Never Really hear many Label complaints come from either side
-What is your favorite movie? Favorite actor?
Favorite movie…. Ali and Remember the Titans. Current Favorite actor is Michael B. Jordan but all time is Will Smith and Denzel. Cant choose either or lol
-Tell me some of your biggest and/or most enjoyable moments so far?
My most enjoyable moment would have to be performing in Atlanta. It was infront of a group of about 200 other artist and the vibe was amazing. I love networking with my peers, other up and coming artist.
-What equipment and software do you use to record/produce?
Protools. My engineer Cartoon loves protools haha
-Name 3 things that make you unique as an artist?
First is my flow, I think my flow is compatible with any song you give me ill make it work. Second is my lyrical ability, Like I said, the industry is really lacking substance in music and I’ll bring that back. And lastly is the way I record. I don’t record a lot of music because every song has a meaning for me and is about my life so inspiration is big for me when im creating. No inspiration if im not living
-Where do you see yourself going with this? What are your big plans?
My Soul Purpose is to be recognized as the GOAT one day. And Help my community in a major way! That’s actually the main Goal. Being the Goat comes with that I feel.
-What are your rates for features?
At this current moment, im just collabing with artist that are fire and inspire me, so you can say free.
-Whats the best way to get in
contact with you if we need work done?
Hit me up on IG @Tebowbeferd email me at tebowferd@ gmail.com
