We had the good fortune of connecting with GBK and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi GBK, what led you to pursuing a creative path professionally?
The simple answer is that I love music, and I wanted to make my own. I started producing on GarageBand, writing raps, then buying equipment, meeting people who can help me get to a level that I want to be at. Now, after almost a year of doing this, I’m getting ready to release my first rap album. It’s all self-produced, and it’s going to be the best work I’ve ever done. I can’t wait for you guys to hear it.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
As a rapper and producer, you tend to see the things nobody else can. Hear the things and pick apart the pieces that only so many can understand. Being attentive to detail is one of the most important things in the business. But it was not easy. From being a kid with a dream to go to where I am now, having my own merchandise and doing the things I love, I can’t even fathom that.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
We would have to stay in Beverly Hills, not a question. We’d probably get some food and eat somewhere with great views, then catch a Lakers game at Crypto Arena for sure. During the day, we’d workout, make some music, go shopping, be tourists. There’s always something to do.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I want to thank the artists who put me on the path I’m on today such as Ekoh, Dax, Phix, Linkin Park, Eminem…the list goes on. I also want to shoutout everybody who said I couldn’t do something. I just went and did it.

Website: https://gbk-shop.fourthwall.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Graham-Kuykendall/pfbid031eigeidt388r2euvsYhtY8MxL3ZwvnTMqeyp59E3Cue6oCLwLARTUBz9zmR7ZX8Rl/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@GBKMusic2029

Image Credits
GBK, Pixabay.

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