Sep 10, 2013
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Q&A with Dave Patten
What’s up Dave Patten! What city are you from?
Philadelphia, PA
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How did you get into music?
When I was in middle school, my best friend and I both got acoustic guitars for Christmas one year. I literally spent every night of every summer out on his front porch rocking out -- either writing new songs, practicing our show or working out how to play Nirvana songs (I was in my Nirvana obsession stage). There's a HUGE difference between being forced to play an instrument by your parents, and actually wanting to play, and loving it. I have never stopped since then.
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I understand you produce your own music. How does that affect the outcome of your songs over having someone else produce them? Do you enjoy taking on the whole process on your own?
I love producing the songs that I write -- in my opinion, it's the only way to go. I can and have written over other producers' beats, but it's not at all the same. When I write music it's a really personal and emotional experience, and I think it would be nearly impossible for someone else to accurately "create" or replicate (i.e. produce the song) what I'm feeling. If you have a song written on an acoustic guitar, just a single voice and a single guitar, and you give it to five different producers... you'll have five completely different songs when they come back. That's way too large a margin of error for me! I know how I want it to sound, and so I create it. Producing is probably my favorite part about being an artist and songwriter.
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You have a unique style both in the instrumentations and lyrically. What is it that inspires you to create such high energy and emotional music?
My lyrics don't have a contrived feel to them because when I write my songs I'm writing from what I know and what I feel; things that piss me off, drive me crazy or break my heart. I also write for myself -- music is in a way my personal therapy -- and I don't hold much back. It's cool to see how many other people have been through the same things I have. As for the way my songs are produced (instrumentation), I'm a big fan of hip-hop music and I pull a lot from that. I like upbeat music that you can have fun listening to! I don't really like music that depresses you and makes you want to ball up and cry. Upbeat music makes for a way better live show, too.
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You’ve done work with rapper Meek Mill including the hit “How Good”. How did you guys start working together, and what’s it like working with him?
I met Meek in Philly about three years back now. I was directing a music video for a local rap group and Meek was featured on the song (my film production company is called South9 Entertainment). He liked how the video turned out, hit me up, and I started shooting his music videos. After we got to know each other and became pretty good friends, I showed him my music. He loved it, and so we started collaborating in the studio. We have surprisingly similar taste in music, so we work really well together. It's a lot of fun, he's a really cool dude. He tells some hilarious stories haha
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You’ve directed some impressive music videos. How did you get into directing, and what’s it like taking your own music and turning it into a video?
I went to Temple University in Philly for film because I didn't want to go to school for music; I figured if I had to take exams on mixolydian scales and diatonic/pentatonic diminished ninth chords and all that other bs I would lose all interest in music completely. I've always loved film, too. When I was a senior I started my film production company with my business partner David Ricks. I directed, he produced. We had no capital, just a lot of blood sweat & tears and determination to succeed. Within a year and a half we went from 0 to 22,000,000 views on our music videos on youtube.
I love creating the visuals to my songs, it's like I get to breath new life into an old concept. I love acting and directing too, you can expect to see a lot more of both soon.
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You’ve been a known name for a while now, what have been some of your most memorable moments so far?
My first time performing on TV on CBS and NBC were big moments.
I was in the Bronx NYC for one of Meek's shows with MMG, and I walked on stage and gave dapps to Meek, Wale and Rick Ross like it was nothing, because we were all friends. That was one of those moments when I realized I had really accomplished something.
Being flown out to LA by the major record labels is an unbelievable feeling.
When my music videos broke 1,000,000 views. Then again when they broke 20,000,000 views.
When I was verified on twitter haha -- it's the little things.
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What can we expect to come next? Any big plans?
You can expect a deal with a major, plenty of new music videos, tours, albums, and I plan to have my first feature film out by 2013.
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What advice do you have for young entrepreneurs today?
First of all, if you are truly an entrepreneur, I salute. I know your struggle, sacrifice and love for the game. My advice would be to get as much advice as you can from mentors and other more experienced entrepreneurs (their wisdom is invaluable). Read up on everyone and everything (again, business books are written by guys with experience who want to help the new, still-enthusiastic entrepreneurs). And most importantly, never give up. They say it's all worth it in the end... I'll let you know when I get there.
Contact
Twitter: @dave_patten
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Rawburry Streetwear Q&A With Straight Value
What’s up StraightValue! What city are you repping?
Pittsburgh Area
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What does your city mean to you as a person, and as an artist?
I came to Pittsburgh over a decade ago from a small town titled Milton, PA. I recieved a full scholarship to go to school and I thought that was one of the most fortunate things that ever happened to me. Staying here felt natural because i was valued, and respected. Representing pittsburgh and education will be my way to give back for the rest of my life because of the gracious deeds the city and university has done for me.
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How did you get into music?
I needed a new niche that would define me when i graduated college. I was no longer a sports star, but i felt that i had the energy and work ethic to do big things in another entertainment realm. I felt confident about songwriting because of my enthusiasm about good beats, catchy hooks, and witty lyrics that combine to define our culture. America.
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I understand you were a collegiate athlete. Where did you play and what sport?
track athlete. High School state champion in the 800m dash, team captain at the university of Pittsburgh. loved it.
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Tell us a little bit about “Life After Education”.
Life After Education means, more education. No matter if you in a formal school or not I belive one should never stop learning new things. Life After Education for me is, Entertainment.
Also, I created the "Life After Education" scholarship to give at-risk students (juveniles) support in their quest to attain a post secondary degree. I was in their shoes in HS and the University of Pitt helped me in every way; it's my time to give back. Scholarships is my gracious answer.
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Where can people find your music?
youtube.com/StraightValue
Reverbnation.com/StraightValue
Alright man, keep doin good out there. We look forward to seeing what you got in store for us in the future!
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Contact StraightValue:
Twitter: @StraightValue
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StraightValue
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