Wednesday, February 20, 2013

"Who's Hot In The 845" GREEK

Many artist struggle to establish their musical identity, laboriously trying on different music styles like pieces of clothing looking to find what fits. But there are others who emerge in command of their craft, their identity, and their music. Bobby Toromanides aka “Greek” fits firmly in the latter category. His upcoming release “Rear Views” is a motivating and energetic release that heralds the arrival of a gifted and significant new talent to the Hip Hop community. One whose music feels familiar in the best possible way, while striking out into its own territory. 


We caught up with this up and coming artist for our "Who's Hot In 845" and we hope you enjoy this Candide question answer interview. 






Q.Tell us about who you are & What you do?


Greek. I am a hip hop artist from upstate Newburgh NY, who loves to make
real music, with real meaning, positive messages, and high energy, 
I focus on topics and concepts that is relevant and can help people in
today's society! Especially the younger generation!

Q: Describe your Music in 5 words.


Greek: Inspirational, motivational, positive, real, and captivating, I would like to think that I have a 

story telling style, that brings what I'm and feeling and what's happening around me to 
life.

Q.Please give your Fans 3 Fun Facts About you.


Greek: 1. I like to party hard every chance I get! Never know when u gotta go!

2. I'm a big jokster, I love to make people laugh! And be the life of the
party with my personality.  3. If someone wanted to try and kill me they can always find me in the
malls shopping, cuz I love getting fly! I'm big on sneakers and throwing dope outfits together! I feel a rush when I'm putting together a sick outfit and I'm on the hunt for every piece lmao

Q. What makes your Voice Stand Out from other Artists?


Greek. I've been told by a lot of fans that my voice is very commanding
and it grabs them once they hear my song come on!


Q. Do you Write Your Own Material?


Greek. Yes! don't think I could spit anybody else's lyrics.

Q: What are your Current projects that you are working on?


Greek. To start off the new year, I am starting on my new mixtape
"REAR VIEWS" this is my musical way of expressing how i'm progressing musically 
 I want to show the fans and the critics my versatility. I'm getting better and even more inspired
This mixtape series will be a great way to keep my fans up to
speed with my music, my career and what's going on outside of my
music. But the best part is i'm using my music to express
myself and invite fans to take this journey with me!

Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 years time?


Greek. With hard work, dedication, quality music, and god, I would
say, successful, as a well respected nationally known hip hop artist!

Q: Where do you get your inspiration from?


Greek. I get inspired when I hear other great artists music, i feel
like you are a liar if you say you were never a fan of another artist, if you are
a artist! We all saw/heard something that inspired us and motivated us
to want to get into this industry and become successful and heard!

Q: If you had to choose and Industry artist Fan base who would it be? Why?


Greek. Jay-z. because he is globally known, highly respected and not only
in the avenues of music, but as a business man in so many other ventures 
and still manages to be the best hip hop artist. I love the fact that
he can bring all races together by the 1000's in 1 venue and make them
go insane like the late great Michael Jackson. His fans  love him so he will always

be hot and remembered even when he's gone!

Q: What Artist that's out now is your style, or in your lane?


Greek.  Jayz, kanye west, ti, fab, bob, big Sean, rick ross, lil wayne etc.

Q: What would you rather listen to R&B or Hip Hop Music?


Greek.  I feel like both of these genres took a big turn, and it wasn't
the best turn, I like to listen to the classics more than what's out
now from both genres I feel like now the R&B singers are trying be the
rappers and the rappers are trying be the R&B singers!

Q:What Artist do you listen to?


Greek.  Jay z, Kanye, T.I, Fab, B.O.B, Big Sean, Rick Ross, Lil Wayne etc.


Q:Who influences your music?


Greek: The same ones that I listen to, I don't just listen to any
artist. You have to really grab me and if you do then you are something
different that I never seen before "innovator"

Q: Please describe your fashion style in 5 words? 


Greek: Young, fly, classy, sophisticated, and dope! I don't like to wear 

what is always trending and I hate to wear what everybody else is rocking,  
I learned coming up if its classic it's always in style and you can always wear it!
Trends come and go!

Q: How can people Contact you & Collaborate with you?
For bookings, interviews, and collaborations Contact Charles Kimbrough via
Email- 845mgntgrp@gmail.com

you can follow me on twitter @Greek845, Instagram: Greek845
 facebook: www.facebook.com/greek845
reverbnation.com/greek845 or just go to my website www.greek845.com