Who is Flashy?
Warren Bowen,also known as Flashy,a Montego Bay native definately has the rap/reggae scene on lock. His new mixtape, "MoBay 'Til Di Meat Show",hasn't even dropped yet but one of the songs on the mixtape has already debut on a radio station in Jamaica.When asked what things must you have while your in the studio, he replied "G2 gatorade, a spliff or two and last but far from least.. my Blackberry "lyrics".
I had a chance to interview him and talk more about his new mixtape, hobbies,issues, and his future.So check it out!
-Where does the name Flashy come from?
well.. got dat name when was 11...7th grade Herbert Morrison Technical High School... bwoi jus Flashy suh
-What was it like growing up in Montego Bay,Jamaica?
Loved it... Jamaica nice, as long as u kno how to navigate an' kno where you at at all times
-On your spare time you like to?...
do what Jamaicans do...hahaa, nah i just listen to music and write more songs.....
-Describe your “perfect” dream girl.
depends on if you want to know about the TROPHY or the PARTNER.....
-What’s something that your fans might not expect from you?
to hear me on all kind of music..... i don't have one lane....
Music
-When it comes to your music, who are some of your inspirations?
ME..my life and experiences.... what can i say.. i live an interesting life
-When your in the studio, you must have?...
G2 gatorade, a spliff or two and last but far from least.. my Blackberry "lyrics"
-Describe your most memorable performance.
hahaaaa.. my people might be disappointed if i choose ONE..
-What makes your music different from other reggae artists?
I have more of a Party, real life situations, love da ladies style.... most artist are trying to prove how Hard they are..
-What can we expect from your new mixtape “MoBay ‘Til Di Meat Show”?
whole heap a different vibes.... true stories and some tunes thats gonna have you jumpin on da dance floor "ladies"
-Speaking of the new mixtape, let’s talk about the love song on the new mix. What made you change it up a little bit and make a love song?
OH you mean SPOOGIE... Well.. Flashy love di ladies you know, so instead of the regular "oh imma fukk her like this or like that" i made a song letting women know they're worth so much..
-Who are some artists you would like to collab with in the future?
Any TALENTED artist who respects my art and would like to make something happen.... i'm for it.
Issues
-The craziest thing a girl has done to get your attention was?...
AAW MAN !!!! bless your heart baby girl...... all i'm gonna say is she got my attention alright
-Do you think that Hip Hop is dead?
HELL NAH ... das a crazy statement to me... TOO MANY LYRICISTS out there still doing it for people to say that
-What do you think about celebrity gossip?
It is what it is.... you'll drive yourself crazy trying to please everybody or stop people from hating.... it's gonna happen.
Future
-What can we expect from you this year?(upcoming events,shows,etc.)
well the closest events right now are; TN Dance Hall Queen Contest Aug. 24th.... that I'm performing at and the release of the Mobay 'til di Meat show mix hosted by DJ CHUBS/HUMANITY ENT. In early September.
-Advice to upcoming rappers.
GRIND !!!! work at your craft, perfect it and keep bettering yourself..... SOMEBODY is goin to like what they hear.
-Any shoutouts?
BIG UP the whole city of Montego Bay Jamaica... Buck Shot my father, Biggs my big brother, Puss my brodda in ATL, my Management NATOBIE LTD. and OF COURSE.. Gmoney and the F.B.M.G. movement.. "Frass Bitten Music Group".... shout out the whole Family.
Off the Wall
-If given the opportunity, would you do a reality TV show? If so, what would it be about?
Nah... got better things to do with my time
-Your favorite rapper is?...
Don't have ONE.. The artists I listen to are mostly SOUTHERN though and its a few other rappers that i listen to on the regular. Too much to list
-Do you like for girls to make the first move?
I prefer to be the CHASER....
-If a girl wants to talk to you,she has to?...
Be real with herself, know who she is and what she wants in life... OH, ofcourse be attractive.. lol
-Is it true that you have a crush on me(lol)?
HAHAAAA..... CELEBRITY GOSSIP already !? Big up Jazz
**Hit up Flashy at: www.myspace.com/flashy876