The DMV Daily Interviews: Rasta Tahj

The DMV Daily had the pleasure of speaking with fellow D.C. native Rasta Tahj. Coming from a family of creatives, Tahj has been making music for 6 years and engineering his own music for 4 years. After relocating to North Carolina, he managed to build a core fanbase by performing all over the different colleges in the area. As well as touring the east coast HBCUs and DMV venues. Check out our exclusive Q&A down below,

Q: Who inspired you to make music?

Rasta Tahj: No one in particular but I fell in love with it in my first studio session.

Q: How would you describe the music that you typically create?

Rasta Tahj: Very motivating and relatable. All good vibes and true stories.

Q: What is your creative process like?

Rasta Tahj: I produce my beats and write lyrics as they come to me, very fast-paced.

Q:  Who would you most like to collaborate with?

Rasta Tahj: 2 Chainz, I just love what he’s created.

Q: What is one message you would give to your fans?

Rasta Tahj: Consistency is key, so put that drive into something you love and you won’t be disappointed.

Q: What would you be doing right now, if it wasn’t for your music career?

Rasta Tahj: Well, I have another career currently working for a gov’t agency but other than that not too sure.

Q: Where have you performed?

Rasta Tahj: The Filmore in Silver spring, several spots on U street, HBCU homecomings

Q: How would you say Social Media has impacted your music career?

Rasta Tahj: It has helped me tremendously with building my platform and staying connected to fans.

Q: Which famous musician(s) do you admire?

Rasta Tahj: Jerimih and Eric Bellinger.

Q: What is the most trouble you’ve ever gotten into?

Rasta Tahj: I’d rather not say lol.

Q: What is the best advice you’ve been given?

Rasta Tahj: Never put anything or anyone over getting to your bag.

Q: What’s next for you?

Rasta Tahj: More music releases, Distribution deals, Bigger features.

 

 

Last month, Rasta Tahj released his brand new project entitled “King Rasta II”. This is his first project where he produced the whole entire album. Be sure to stream “King Rasta II” available on all streaming platforms.  Follow him on Twitter and Instagram @RastaTahj.