By: Keith Kennedy
In the music world, conformity is the ultimate double edged sword. On one side, if you do not fit in a box then the industry tosses it to the side. On the flip side, new creativity is what fuels the game to evolve. So, what is an artist to do? Well, for DJ BUTCH, the answer is simple, paint an auditory picture on a blank canvas as if there are “No Rules!”
DJ BUTCH hails from the small community of Florida ’s Wakulla County located in the panhandle near Tallahassee . Nicknamed, “Will-kill-ya” County, the lack of opportunities often leads its unchallenged youth into bouts of alcoholism, drugs, depression, and violence. But, for DJ BUTCH his saving grace came to him early in his life. “It all began around 1994,” DJ BUTCH recounts, “my cousin was DJing and rocking the crowd! I loved the whole idea so much I went and bought 2 turntables and got a small crate of records from a friend. Then, I started rocking parties all over Wakulla County .”
Soon, his talents were called to duty as the rap group named Tyger Hill was formed. The group enjoyed moderate success by working with greats such as T-Pain, George Clinton, 3-6 Mafia’s Dj Black, DJ OG Ron C, and Thrill Da Playa (frontman of the multi-platinum group, 69 Boyz). “Tyger Hill for me was a great learning experience, plus I had a chance to work with and make some great friends,” DJ BUTCH laments. This is evident in that to this day, the group still keeps in contact and still work on each other’s solo projects.
Today, DJ BUTCH has embraced the County Boyz movement and looks forward to expressing his musical abilities by exploring a multitude of various styles on his new solo album, “No Rules.” DJ BUTCH explains, “there are just different vibes for whatever you’re feeling.” He continues, “if you want to get right for the club, there’s “U Ain’t Crunk, You’re Trippin’.” MTV must have agreed with him as they signed a deal with DJ BUTCH to have the song featured on their networks. Additionally, DJ BUTCH has live instrumentation featured on the soulful, “Never Got To Meet You” which describes the loss of his unborn child. Not to mention, the album features production from T-Pain, MG (Pretty Ricky, BloodRaw), K2Iso (Splack Pack), and DJ BUTCH himself among others. As a whole, DJ BUTCH summarizes, “there’s something on the album for everyone to enjoy. There were “No Rules” on the creation of this album.”
When not behind the mic or on the wheels, DJ BUTCH enjoys good country living. “In Wakulla we love to fish, go out on the lake or river, and barbeque!” Plus, look out for DJ BUTCH’s clothing line, County Boyz to hit a store near you or on www.countyboyz.com. In the meantime, DJ BUTCH leaves you with this, “my music is different and “No Rules” perfectly describes that because music is an art without boundaries and open to many interpretations.” With this receptive attitude, DJ BUTCH proves to be the fuel to keep the industry alive through his innovation.
Contact Info:
Corey Benedict
850.566.3302
info@countyboyz.com
www.myspace.com/1butch
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