Wassup Wassup Tre Capital big thank you for coming on and interviewing with Nefarious Supply, so to get the Interview started tell us about yourself who Is Tre Capital?
Very happy being able to chop it up with you. Thanks for reaching out to do an interview. Tre Capital is the original. The man who cares about his family, team, and health more than anything in this world. Best way to sum it up.
Where are you from and how has this area played an influence on you, your image, and most importantly your artistry and music?
I was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. The city where I learned how to ride my first bike, heard my first Hip-Hop record and rode through the whole town with my pops riding shotgun as a kid. There’s something incredibly special about growing up & experiencing LA in its full form. The beauty of it all is having a rare experience to see glimpses of outside life rather than staying in the same place my whole life.
Whenever someone listens to my music I want them to hear the future of how I view sound. I don’t want to repeat what I grew up with, rather push that envelope to something greater the people can’t visualize yet. When you hear Tre Capital you Hear the grit and legacy I’m leaving for everyone to grow with. You hear the rareness of LA when you hear me.
In addition to the question above which artists have played a big influence on you, and your music?
My pops, Lil Wayne, Ye, Black Milk & Hov play an incredible role into the artist I’ve become. How could you not be inspired by the foundations they’ve set not only in music but as grown men. When you’re upcoming you aspire to reach that level no matter what. Obsessing over production credits, album artworks, fashion styles, rapping patterns and studying live shows made me fall in love with all of those artists above. Originality is a huge component of becoming an artist with a legendary path. I take my craft very seriously cause I see how they played their role.
So something pretty cool about you is your dad is Xzibit! So how does it feel being the child of a legendary artist, how has he influenced and helped you grow as an artist, and do you ever feel like you have an expectation to live up to?
I don’t look at my father only as Xzibit funny as is. That’s my blood. The man who raised me to be the standup individual I am today. The fame shit doesn’t phase me. His success and well being is my primary focus. Some people looking outside don’t understand how much of down to earth people we are. I think it’s fucking awesome my pops is a legendary artist whose set the bar so high in Hip-Hop people sleep on the wave he’s paved.
I wouldn’t be able to make any powerful moves without my dad giving me game on how to move through this crazy world. Being around my dad just allows me to tap in constantly. There’s no pressure or expectation when creating because we know if you work hard there will be nothing stopping me from achieving my goal. If I give it my all I could never feel bad regardless of the outcome. My dad is my Hero. I chose music because I knew it chose me back. There’s no pressure when you’re trynna be your own man at your own pace.
Let's talk music, it's safe to say that you’re an extremely talented artist and you have a pretty solid discography. What got you into making music, and how long have you been on the scene?
Well I appreciate that first off. Some of my early loves before anything was Hip-Hop, basketball, raps + beats, fashion and anything falling along the lines of being a rare artist/creative entity. The very first thing that allowed me to fully beginning the journey of MC’ing started with the death of my brother. Xavier’s death hit me so deep to my core that I needed healthy ways to express myself. If you notice on my first mixtape cover ever I had his initials tatted on me, which I physically do in real life as well. Hurting myself wasn’t going to push me anywhere I wanted to go. Rapping came naturally to me. All of my early material was raw, uncut and completely coloring outside the lines. Seeing my father pursue his career motivated me to say you know what there’s a super ill way I could come into this game. It could only be achieved if I believe in myself no matter what the circumstances may be. That same mentality had allowed me to be in the scene now for more than 7 years. It’s insane to me. Running this race and never feeling the need to copy & paste anyone else. It’s a great feeling.
Walk us through your creative process, what are some things you need to have to make the studio session feel right, and how do you know when you have a finished song as well as project?
A solid team. My process isn’t as complicated even though I don’t show it. A lot of times I only need people in the studio who are helping me with the current record. I can’t operate with a lot of bodies in the studio. It needs to be the main core of whatever the objective is. Every project has a different cycle and process to achieving a song I feel is perfect for that moment or project. When I get in my car or even getting ready to go hoop with the homies, somethings gotta force me to play it back 1000x! If the song doesn’t pull tears out my eyes, frustration or god LVL goosebumps then we’re not working hard enough. Trusting the direction is what I do best. Having fun is something I’m learning how to do again.
You have three amazing projects that really stand out to me; “Gundam, Pt 1 - EP”, “We Must Do Better”, and my all-time favorite “Hero” . Tell us about each of them, what kind of work went to each, and what is your favorite project you have put out and why?
Those projects really represent a lot of growth especially since you get to see right in front of your eyes. I’m no longer that 16-year-old kid rapping to rap anymore, or the 21-year-old Tre who had horrible relationships with the parents due to stupid mistakes I made. I’m 24 with an entirely new outlook on how I need to play my position for everyone around me. The world knows Gundam Pt. I was the beginning of my fan base developing. Dropping out of college hoping music would work out. We Must Do Better was me realizing my mixes had fell off, the confidence wasn’t intact like it should be. Pushed me to stop second-guessing and go with what my heart says. The Hero phase had unreal momentum shifts working at G.O.O.D MUSIC’s studio. The only song that made it from those sessions was “Blue Eyes”. Everything else from Hero was recorded at my house, josh home setup or finishing touches at Kilhoffer’s studio. Whenever I dedicate my time towards doing a project it can’t come out unless I know in my heart it’s something I’ve given my absolute best foot forward.
There’s no other way around it. To me I don’t have a favorite project, rather all of them for what they represent. The catalog is what I’m most proud of because the majority of artists regret certain moments in their careers. Me, I look at each one and just laugh to myself. Some of the things I went through to make it this far can’t even be explained in this interview. We’d have to kick it more to give you a real breakdown. It used to be Hero & Gundam II as favorites but now man every new rap becomes my favorite. Everything is a highlight for me. I could make a song tomorrow that might break my bar, so why not push it till the very end. Besides, we still got a Gundam III to make.
You and Mathiaus Young have an amazing chemistry on every song you guys to do together and that was further emphasized the collab EP “Burnin’ Castles”, tell us about how the two of you met, what led to you guys making music together, and what got you guys together for “Burnin” Castles”
Christian used to send me beat submissions which is actually how we first met. He had sent me some of his music and I couldn’t believe how raw this guy was. He sent me the beginning beat for “City Going Crazy”, and created an entire new sound for us to rock with. He’s not just a music friend Mathaius is family to me. We’ve made countless songs some you heard some other will never hear. I can depend on him. I trust him and know he’s my brother. We always said we needed to do a collab project together. So when working on the Burnin’ Castles EP it was like clock work for us. Just excited to be making music with somebody whose got the will to make the craziest shit possible. Last time he was in LA I couldn’t believe how far we had really taken both of our careers. We cypher, watch music documentaries, make ill shit, get fly together. What more can you ask for? he’s of the greats.
So in addition to Mathias you’ve also worked with Noddy North, Tala, cero ismael, Sir, Martin $ky, Hudson East, Danny Smith, and much more. How do you go about meeting artists you want to work with, and what kind of things do you look for in artists before you get together and create with them?
It’s organic. Nothing is forced on this side. Anyone I’ve ever worked with has to have a great outlook on not only themselves but where they wish to go in life. D.LX (Noddy North, Thomson, Imsael, Michael Seven, Lynxz, Mathaius Young, Tyrus & myself) is what I feel happens when great timing meets great friendships. That’s my squad and I got them for anything. Forward-thinking is hard to come across especially in the world we live in now. How you treat your family, how you react through hardships & attitude tell me a lot about who you are. Some people give up and others look for solutions. Gotta know what you want out of this life. I aspire for legendary moments so should you.
So tell us about your experience with BAPE, and how was working at the Big Sean’s Don Life Collection?
After working at G.O.O.D Music, things started getting really slow for me musically. I almost quit rap to be completely honest. Managers not hitting me back only wanting to use me, labels downplaying my impact in the music world even though they’re artists stole the swag. My heart wasn’t in the best of places. Until I just woke up & cut the bullshit. My position was to shine through the process. I may not be the most famous artist but my efforts will be respected. In the midst of me working on new material to fuck the game up, Bape called me with a job. That’s a dream come true within itself. Went from working at one of the most inspiring music groups to one of the fashion brands I looked up to the most growing up. My days consist of either kicking it with my family, making crazy shit or handling business at the LA store. It blows my mind man how life works out. I’m blessed. Chopped it up with Big Sean & many others who come in on a daily. That whole day was wild tbh. Who knows what the future holds.
So what can we expect from you in 2020?
I’m reclaiming the swag back. That’s all I can tell you for 2020
Any last words?
Hero!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Big shout out to Tre Capital for coming on and interviewing with us, if you enjoyed this interview be sure to check out his discography which can be found on all streaming platforms, and follow him on instagram to stay up to date with, his journey as a rising artist, and new music he puts out.
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