Iamsu! Says West Coast Music Is “Original Right Now” [Video]

Iamsu! sat down with VladTV to discuss the current successes he’s seen due to his work ethic and musical talents. He began by explaining how he came to work with 2 Chainz which led to him being featured on the rapper’s album. He then announced that he recently signed a distribution deal with ADA, the independent music distribution arm of Warner Music. Iamsu! explained that he didn’t want to sign to an official label deal so as to have more creative control over his album. He also addressed the growing number of artists coming out of the West Coast, and how West Coast music has a unique sound and feel to it that can’t be duplicated. At the time of the interview, the Richmond, CA., emcee was still working on his Sincerely Yours album, and stated that he was about 70 percent done.. He went on to release his new work on May 9th, and it is available for purchase on iTunes. It consists of 15 songs with an extra 4 bonus tracks for fans to enjoy.

After the jump, The Bay Area rapper talks about the “hella cool” album he holds most dear with Rhapsody.