1. Where are you from? Tell us a little bit about yourself.

I'm from New York City USA...Hello world! I'm originally from The Bronx, raised on Long Island(East Meadow). In 2004, I moved down south to Memphis, Tennessee.

2. How did you get started in the industry?    

Being from The Bronx I was surrounded by hip-hop music. I didnt really startwriting songs until high school. After that came the producing and engineering side.Then finally I got an understanding of the business side. Now I can play severalroles when need be.

3. Who are your major influences in the industry?

Who do you model yourmusic after?Man there's alot to be influenced by! I always admired original artists like TalibKweli, Method Man, Redman, Lauryn Hill, Eminem, Nas, and Jay-z of course. There'salso some newer artists I listen to like Drake, J Cole, the "new" Lil Wayne, andLupe Fiasco. I probably model my music after Redman. I loved his rawness, but at the same time he is lyrically killing his songsand almost speaking another language. That's skills!

4. If theres anyone in the industry you can do a collaboration with, whoand why?

I would smack a random person on the subway to do a track with Eminem. I want so badto match his wit, and out lyricize him! I don't know if thats possible, but I thinkour flows together on a song would make it so left field sounding!

5. Are you signed to a label right now? What's your situation with that?

I have my own record label called Linc Records and i'm currently in negotiations with VelocityRecords. It puts me in the mix between hip hop radio and global housemusic.

6. What about any mix tapes or songs?

How can fans get a hold of yourmusic or find out about any performances? Is there a website or a page they can go to?

I have my 3rd mixtape of the year called "The Dawn Mission Mixtape" that's comingfast in mid-November. And I'm finishing up my last mixtape of the year called "VaporTrailz", thats dropping right before New Years. Anyone that wants to hear mymixtapes can log onto www.reverbnation.com and search "Element LINC Records". You canlisten, download and get my newest singles when they drop.

7. You got any shout outs before we wrap it up?

Shout out my Nassau Long Island tribe, my brother Bam, my fam all over, mysupporters, and big ups..... to all my hater's! ONE!