When did you decide to go
"solo?" For those of us who haven't been exposed
to very much hip-hop music who are some of the artists you
would recommend... secular or Christian. What's your next project? How's your family? When did you become a
believer? Chatmaster says TobyMac's Momentum is rolling
through the stores. Order your own copy tonight.
Just
click here. What instruments do you
play? Have you ever considered doing any
TV? Do you ever post to your fan message
boards? Who would win in a fight between you,
Tait, and Kevin? Why are there so few Asians working in the
Christian music industry? How can Christian music reach the youth
more effectively? What do you think of the new Lauryn Hill
record? Any other new releases you think are worth
listening to? Chatmaster says Order John Reuben's CD, Hindsight.
Who is your favorite NBA
team? Are you going to do any more solo
albums? Which album is better... Kevin's or
Tait's? Chatmaster says When will TobyMac be in your
area? Check out his tour dates by going to http://TobyMac.com What are the best and worst parts about
going on tour? What sort of racial tensions exist in the
Nashville area? What are the strong and weak points of
your album, Momentum? Have you ever considered going into
acting? What advice do you have for Christian
artists who are thinking about going
mainstream? Fritzpw_admin says Do you have
anything you would like to say in closing? Fritzpw_admin says Thanks for joining
us Toby. Hey everyone let's welcome John Reuben!
TobyMac says
we've been talking about doing solo records for years. I
was probably the last to have a real desire... but when I got
in the studio...I loved it. Our solo records are part of
a plan that we made together. People tend to see it as
separating and dividing...we see it as creative outlets and a
chance to affirm each other’s gifts and express personal
musical styles.
TobyMac says Grits, LA Symphony, Wyclef,
Lauren Hill, Cross Movement, and John
Reuben
Fritzpw_admin . o O ( John will be joining
us a little later. )
TobyMac says The Christmas Song I'm
working on. Hopefully I'll get it done by Christmas
TobyMac says My family is great...Amanda
just went to Jamaica for 4 days...Truett stayed with me.
It was...and enlightening experience. I have total
respect for all mothers.
TobyMac says I
became a Christian when I was 12...My mom was a believer but
my dad was not. So I don’t know if I would necessarily
call it a Christian home.
Chatmaster says Want to see an awesome
website? Check out http://TobyMac.com
TobyMac says I play
the drum machine but write from a lyrical and melodic
standpoint.
TobyMac says when I
was a kid I loved the Bionic Man and was in love with the
bionic woman.
Chatmaster says I'm bionic.
TobyMac says so we decided that they
could rebuild me...and make me better than I was.
Better... stronger... faster
TobyMac says I do
post on my message board. I've seen a few fake Toby Macs
but I have a certain way of signing on and off..., which I
can’t reveal at the current moment or I would have to take
your life.
Fritzpw_admin gasps in
astonishment.
TobyMac
says You are starting trouble. Everyone knows I can leap
tall buildings... and crush Tennis Balls with my bare hands
so... you figure it out. Oh yeah... and I can beat
Cheetah's in a race... so if I'm losing... I can outrun
them. And by the way... white men CAN jump.
TobyMac says I can’t answer that...
but they are welcome into my world… The Diverse City
Crew. Oh, I do know one Asian who plays for
Switchfoot...he's the Bomb.
TobyMac
says I think we have to extend outside the bubble. Some
are called to go there... some are called to the body... some
are called to both. All are led by God.
TobyMac
says I respect Lauryn for making such a vulnerable
record. When she said her last one wasn't her...I was
upset because I loved it. But I gotta give it to
her...learning to play guitar and writing such expressive
songs is definitely moving. John Reuben's "Hindsight"
and I like Shreyl Crow's record.
TobyMac says My fav
NBA team is the Washington Wizards...that’s where I grew
up. I love basketball...I play a couple of nights a
week... A Gotee Full-Court HackFest.
TobyMac says We
are each going to make another solo album before the next dc
talk record. We are enjoying it... we are actually
drawing closer as friends... cheering each other on and I'm
basking in hip-hop.
TobyMac says I
will be a diplomat, it's my nature... Kevin's record is
a journey through the forest, Sherwood that is. Tait's
record is "Pacific Coast Highway." Sometimes I'm
in the mood for one...sometimes I'm in the mood for
another. Sorry so safe, but there have been internal
wars for such questions.
Chatmaster
says Jeff Deyo's "Saturate" is finding a receptive audience
across genres. Join Crosswalk.com for a LIVE Chat with
the former Sonicflood front man on Tuesday, June 4 at 9 p.m.
ET and there WILL be PRIZES! http://chat.crosswalk.com/events
TobyMac
says experiencing different people and cities... seeing
friends is the best. The worst... not having any
kind of normality from the bed you sleep in to the coffee that
you drink to not seeing my family everyday.
TobyMac
says outright racism is not often displayed...even in the new
south. But subtle racism is definitely apparent.
I've been called "certain words" to my face by large white
countrymen for hanging out with Tait. A lady refused to
hold my pastors hand when they went to pray because he is an
African American. Sad... but true. Things are
changing...but the pace is slow ...down here in the south.
TobyMac says Strong
point...Tru-Dog...everyone’s favorite track. Weak points...
Hmmm... Not enough Track ID's.
TobyMac says
Didn't you know I was Kirk Cameron earlier in life?
Growing Pains was a bear. This much is true.... we both
had Mullets. Curlz to tha back.
TobyMac says
Go where you feel called to go...but don't sign a Christian
deal if you don't feel you can edify the body. For more
detail on that question...Consult... JOHN REUBEN!
He's brains and brawn and he's coming up next.
TobyMac says peace, love, happiness and
to all... Merry Christmas. I'm off to the studio
to finish my Christmas Track and I'm trying to get in the
spirit.
TobyMac says go to http://tobymac.com/ and http://gotee.com/
TobyMac says I'm out..>Toby
Chatmaster says Order John Reuben's CD, Hindsight.
How did you get into music?
John
Reuben says I started writing poetry and getting into
hip-hop between the 3rd & 6th grade. Early high
school I started doing open mike and that's how I got
started.
What was it like working with Forty Days
Tempted?
John Reuben says
It was fun, very fun. Those guys are good friends of
mine so it was like friends just hanging out.
What is closet to your heart as an
artist?
John Reuben says
Honesty. My heart as an artist is to be honest.
Whatever God puts on my heart to write.
How did you come up with the beats on your
record?
John Reuben says
We made some of the stuff on a machine and computer. I
don't how it's all hooked up.
Why do you use your middle name instead of
your last name?
John
Reuben says, "Reuben has more bounce to it."
Being from Columbus, do you root for
Cincinnati or Cleveland sports teams?
John Reuben says, "My family was always
divided. I was always a Bengals fan. Bengals had
better helmets."
I was just at your release party and I was
wondering if you were planning on making another music video
and what song it would be for?
John Reuben says, "We probably do one for
Sound Man."
John, I heard a rumor that you just got
engaged... any truth to that?
John Reuben says, "Yes, it's true."
John, what is your pet
peeve?
John Reuben says,
"Arrogant people, I don't like that. People not looking
out for one another, when coffee shops give you coffee that's
half an hour old. I like fresh coffee."
Hey John :) What was the most
challenging thing about "Hindsight"?
John Reuben says, "I think I'd have to
say...making an album from the heart. Not just doing
songs that will sell but doing songs God wants me to do."
So John Reuben when did you start with the
hip-hop scene, and who are your most influential artist,
excluding Toby? LOL
John
Reuben says, "I like so many different types of music
that it's hard to narrow it down. Definitely old school
hip hop was an influence."
How
did you get saved?
John
Reuben says, "When I was 16, I hit rock bottom. I
had nothing to turn to and then I turned to God."
What were the best and worst parts about
being on tour with your boss?
John Reuben says, "It was an unbelievable
tour. Worst part... Toby has a way of humbly
making you realize he's right. But he's a great guy; I
think the world of him. Toby is more mature and I didn't
like that. Haha!"
John, in
real life, are you as carefree and fun loving as you seem
through your music?
John
Reuben says, "Pretty much what you hear in my music is
a representation of who I am in real life. The stage
increases your energy. It gives you the right to act as
dumb as you want!"
What do you
like to do in you free time, when not involved in
music?
John Reuben says,
"Drink coffee. I also like to spend time with the kids
at my church."
Is there something you'd like us all to
pray for John?
John
Reuben says, "Yes please, just pray that I find the
time to get along with God when I'm on the road. Please
pray for my marriage and my health... I've also had some
stomach problems."
Fritzpw_admin says, "John, is there
anything you would like to say in closing?"
John Reuben says, "Appreciate everyone
hanging out with me! Be honest to yourself and to
God. Stay slick!"
Fritzpw_Admin says, "Be sure to check out the websites for both John Reuben and TobyMac for concert and album info.