What Strange offered was a platform, but it only makes sense to be really independent these days. In 2021 there's no need for label middlemen. In 2002 that wasn't the case.
@@vincebay1798 what about strange music screams industry? They were more in the “scene” special effects & prior. Ever since it’s been a rather fast decline with every artist that was good leaving to make a “label” that won’t go anywhere. Everyone thinks they can be a boss when that’s not the case.
Your right about strange music not feeling the same anymore. When Krizz Kaliko left it broke my heart. However he wants a legacy of his own to pass down and it's amazing how supportive Trav and tech are for krizz. However ... you have to realise most of strange music MC's have all fulfilled thier contractual obligations with the company. And you forgot Big Scoob
usually with good growth though they'd get another offering from the company and an even better contract, but it doesn't appear that Strange has done so. Why?
You know they sign with a set number of albums or time when they do. Its not a surprise when these artists leave a label to them or their label. Unless its on some crazy beef or drama and Strange isnt a place like that. Theres actual love between these people even after they part ways. 99.9% or bands or artists get stuck on labels forever or then shelved. At least they are shown love through their departures which is not often done in any business interactions. Say what you want but Im excited to hear new artists that will continue to be signed. And you know damn well the ones that leave arent going go starve in the gutter. They are forever strange and amazing enough artists that they will still shine on their own and be a regular part of my rotation as well.
Kinda off subject but does anyone know what Godemis is doing now? I know he got the boot but did he crawl in a hole or something? Is he not allowed to make music now or some bs? Despite what he did he's one of the best MCs ever!
The 1st major blow was when Kutt left ... Downhill from there. Tech just tryina keep it going but his beats and production dnt sound the same either ...
I dont think this is a label that likes to hold on to its artists ironclad. Master P supports his former artists branching out and leaving. Snoop was his former artists, but today they are business partners. I have a feeling Strange is the same way.
The thing with strange music is you’re never going to be an artist that’s not propping up tech. Look what songs are promoted heavy by strange… it’s the ones with tech. Strange music at its core is techs way of keeping his production budget high. Moneys brought in by other artists and he uses it to promote himself. Techs talented as a rapper, but as a boss he’s too involved in the same craft as his signees.
I know about the Haunted Saginaw films. I didn't ask what he's been doing with his time. I asked what his official status with the label was. I been fucking with Prozak for years.
GODEMIS literally did it to me right before I fuckin found out he was doin this shit to people. Cheated me out of $500 when that was all I had in my bank account. I did it cause I was excited & love the label so much I thought it was gonna be an amazing opportunity. He ended up Jus making excuse after excuse as to why he could t record. I have the DM’s to prove it too.
I mean yo, the dude did some grimy shit but he literally rapped about demonic shit from the rip. So it's no surprise. Dude embraces his devils to the fullest. Sorry that happened to you
@@dannykdannyk9329 He really don't rap about that much dark shit no more. But like I said Godemis literally got a song called No Fair. Listen to that then like he lowkey out there exposing himself and owning it. Doesn't justify it and from a professional point, it's fucked up. But like a demon gon be a demon 😂
Go to a mall and ask any teenager who Ces Cru is. Then ask who Tech is. The entitlement is off the hook with these cats. Tech is fucking LEGENDARY. The rest are good. But good doesn't sell anymore when everyone is a rapper.
CES is rapping circles around Tech. I'm sorry dawg but Tech is one of the best to ever do it but CES is a different fuckin breed of lyricism. I mean they are fuckin impeccable at EVERYTHING. And that's coming from someone who has listened to both since the beginning. I found CES through Tech a
@@sunchild7181 Fair, so is Chino XL in terms of lyrics, Beatnuts in terms of beats, insert your favorite local rapper here in terms of show, etc. But it's not just about the music or technicality (no pun intended). ICP and Juggalos are fugging HUGE and they're definitely not the most lyrical/etc. I'm sure Juggalo rapper #1700 who can spit mad bars would defeat Violent J in a battle, but that's not the point. It's the culture. I always got a pretentious vibe from Ces, similar to every other "Strange Music Exposed" video from former artists. Ces Cru is dope, but again, I can't think of anyone who would know who they are, if they don't already.
I LOVE Ces Cru, they were my shit. So was original Tech. They are very different, but all so talented. What happened with godemis is shitty. But drugs cause shitty behavior.
I got out at the right time. I stopped listening around 2017 when I got sober. You could see the writing on the wall once they started to bring in these new artists who sounded mainstream and who don’t fit the label
GODEMIS literally did it to me right before I fuckin found out he was doin this shit to people. Cheated me out of $500 when that was all I had in my bank account. I did it cause I was excited & love the label so much I thought it was gonna be an amazing opportunity. He ended up Jus making excuse after excuse as to why he could t record. I have the DM’s to prove it too.
When Robert Rebeck (their Engineer) left in 2010, their quality starting going down. It has nothing to do with any of their lyrical skills, their music quality just didn't have that feel anymore.
Ppl who leave don't seem to be upset, covid prob took a toll. They may have been told "hey u can ride this out,or leave and get paid out" . Nobody predicted pandemic. Everyone is grown, and tech do his best to keep everyone involved. But he'll , shit happens...but I'm sure Joey Cool like "f yeah 👍🏿👌🏿" lol. His salary prob went up, as well as JEHRY,and def Iso. I just hope Mayday can weather the storm.
Strange ain't been the same for years ...
I feel A WAY!!!! Man strange got me through so much. Krizz mayday ces tech and Rittz was all i listened to for a while. DAMN
I feel like it all started when Kitty left.
Strange reminds me of master p's label. The label aint made to tie ppl down its a place to catapult. Much luv 2 tech!
Strange ain't been the same since Kutt Calhoun left, and that's been almost 10 years ago.
Yes, and no lol. I do miss Kutt on Strange tho.
I agree. That kinda began the new direction
Facts
What's happening at Strange is very clear; the two that run the business became everything they supposedly stood against and became mainstream.
What Strange offered was a platform, but it only makes sense to be really independent these days. In 2021 there's no need for label middlemen. In 2002 that wasn't the case.
@@ubreakubuy that's facts
They industry now
@@vincebay1798 what about strange music screams industry? They were more in the “scene” special effects & prior. Ever since it’s been a rather fast decline with every artist that was good leaving to make a “label” that won’t go anywhere. Everyone thinks they can be a boss when that’s not the case.
@@midwestripppa their choice to try though. We all have the right to pick our own path
Your right about strange music not feeling the same anymore. When Krizz Kaliko left it broke my heart. However he wants a legacy of his own to pass down and it's amazing how supportive Trav and tech are for krizz. However ... you have to realise most of strange music MC's have all fulfilled thier contractual obligations with the company. And you forgot Big Scoob
usually with good growth though they'd get another offering from the company and an even better contract, but it doesn't appear that Strange has done so. Why?
You know they sign with a set number of albums or time when they do. Its not a surprise when these artists leave a label to them or their label. Unless its on some crazy beef or drama and Strange isnt a place like that. Theres actual love between these people even after they part ways. 99.9% or bands or artists get stuck on labels forever or then shelved. At least they are shown love through their departures which is not often done in any business interactions. Say what you want but Im excited to hear new artists that will continue to be signed. And you know damn well the ones that leave arent going go starve in the gutter. They are forever strange and amazing enough artists that they will still shine on their own and be a regular part of my rotation as well.
Yeah that’s how most music record labels are. The point is they said fuck all that when they started…
That's why they work together after they leave. Stevie, Rittz godemis, ubi, scatter man snugbrim, mayday. All them still colab.
You forgot King ISO bro
JL didn’t get the boot his contract was up and no one knows what’s going on with Prozak
Kinda off subject but does anyone know what Godemis is doing now? I know he got the boot but did he crawl in a hole or something? Is he not allowed to make music now or some bs? Despite what he did he's one of the best MCs ever!
Facts
Mayday might be the next to leave strange music it's crazy to say this but this really might be the end of strange music just saying
Or it’s doing the Psychopathic thing where Strange will mainly be Tech N9ne and maybe a couple of other artists and that’s it.
@@nickbooth3096 exactly
As long as they dont stop making music, I dont care what label they sign
i think they already have
i'm just now learning of all this but i could kind of feel it in 2016-2017. sad to see they didn't bounce back
The 1st major blow was when Kutt left ... Downhill from there. Tech just tryina keep it going but his beats and production dnt sound the same either ...
I dont think this is a label that likes to hold on to its artists ironclad. Master P supports his former artists branching out and leaving. Snoop was his former artists, but today they are business partners. I have a feeling Strange is the same way.
Theyre fucking up over there. Something is going on.
Kriss left strange music dam
King Iso
Is 🔥🔥🔥
The thing with strange music is you’re never going to be an artist that’s not propping up tech. Look what songs are promoted heavy by strange… it’s the ones with tech. Strange music at its core is techs way of keeping his production budget high. Moneys brought in by other artists and he uses it to promote himself. Techs talented as a rapper, but as a boss he’s too involved in the same craft as his signees.
Damn that’s a good point and didn’t notice that
Like p.diddy but independent
It’s because you can make more money being an independent rapper now 😂
you always could, just people didnt have the resources at the time.
And yktg was the last time we ever saw ubi. Bet he wished hed stayed with strange. Lol
Anyone know Prozak's official status? 🤔
No idea. I’d like for him to drop some new music tho.
@@beneathdirt Wouldn't get mad at a new Project: Deadman either 🤷♂️
He transitioned more into film, as of last year he made a show on paranormal/haunted locations. It was on one of those big network channels
He still on the label, but he been focus on being a paranormal investigator
I know about the Haunted Saginaw films. I didn't ask what he's been doing with his time. I asked what his official status with the label was. I been fucking with Prozak for years.
King ISO and AWAX got some fire coming out of strange… but I see what you saying
GODEMIS literally did it to me right before I fuckin found out he was doin this shit to people. Cheated me out of $500 when that was all I had in my bank account. I did it cause I was excited & love the label so much I thought it was gonna be an amazing opportunity. He ended up Jus making excuse after excuse as to why he could t record. I have the DM’s to prove it too.
Mannnn that’s so heartbreaking
He was my favorite artist
I mean yo, the dude did some grimy shit but he literally rapped about demonic shit from the rip. So it's no surprise. Dude embraces his devils to the fullest. Sorry that happened to you
@@sunchild7181 well yeah I guess but tech raps about dark Shit too & iont see him doin that to people. You know??
@@dannykdannyk9329 He really don't rap about that much dark shit no more. But like I said Godemis literally got a song called No Fair. Listen to that then like he lowkey out there exposing himself and owning it. Doesn't justify it and from a professional point, it's fucked up. But like a demon gon be a demon 😂
They definitely became too mainstream in 2012-13
Wasn’t that around 6’s and 7s? Or speedom.. I think working with Wayne snoop and eminem.. is when they sold
Go to a mall and ask any teenager who Ces Cru is.
Then ask who Tech is.
The entitlement is off the hook with these cats. Tech is fucking LEGENDARY. The rest are good. But good doesn't sell anymore when everyone is a rapper.
CES is rapping circles around Tech. I'm sorry dawg but Tech is one of the best to ever do it but CES is a different fuckin breed of lyricism. I mean they are fuckin impeccable at EVERYTHING. And that's coming from someone who has listened to both since the beginning. I found CES through Tech a
@@sunchild7181 Fair, so is Chino XL in terms of lyrics, Beatnuts in terms of beats, insert your favorite local rapper here in terms of show, etc. But it's not just about the music or technicality (no pun intended). ICP and Juggalos are fugging HUGE and they're definitely not the most lyrical/etc. I'm sure Juggalo rapper #1700 who can spit mad bars would defeat Violent J in a battle, but that's not the point. It's the culture. I always got a pretentious vibe from Ces, similar to every other "Strange Music Exposed" video from former artists. Ces Cru is dope, but again, I can't think of anyone who would know who they are, if they don't already.
@@rayraysphone I never got that vibe. If your whole point was their reach then yeah they're not well known. I'm not sure what the point is I guess
I LOVE Ces Cru, they were my shit. So was original Tech. They are very different, but all so talented. What happened with godemis is shitty. But drugs cause shitty behavior.
I got out at the right time. I stopped listening around 2017 when I got sober.
You could see the writing on the wall once they started to bring in these new artists who sounded mainstream and who don’t fit the label
Strange Music has been on the decline since 2016, they just had a weak foundation from the start
Wtf goddi was doin that and JL?? God damn man I loved all their music. That's hard to hear man
GODEMIS literally did it to me right before I fuckin found out he was doin this shit to people. Cheated me out of $500 when that was all I had in my bank account. I did it cause I was excited & love the label so much I thought it was gonna be an amazing opportunity. He ended up Jus making excuse after excuse as to why he could t record. I have the DM’s to prove it too.
Strange is similar to what happened to Psychopathic
Industry is punks.
Ok, so... C.O.B is going to be my next allday err day!
As a man you should want your brand representing that to the fullest collaborating with otherz is but nothing like having your own.
Whos left? Joey cool and king iso thats it right??
Isn't king iso strange music?
Yeah he joined after he left Brainsick Muzik
The devils in the details, literally. And if you think tech didn't sell his soul you're damn wrong.
It's scary knowing people like you are allowed to operate motor vehicles and purchase weapons.
4got Brazy Bunch with Awax and King Iso
That sucks ces was sick
And who expected it to stay the same forever???. Haha 😅 simpletons
When Robert Rebeck (their Engineer) left in 2010, their quality starting going down. It has nothing to do with any of their lyrical skills, their music quality just didn't have that feel anymore.
Strange isn't strange anymore
You forgot king iso and x-raided
Ppl who leave don't seem to be upset, covid prob took a toll. They may have been told "hey u can ride this out,or leave and get paid out" . Nobody predicted pandemic. Everyone is grown, and tech do his best to keep everyone involved. But he'll , shit happens...but I'm sure Joey Cool like "f yeah 👍🏿👌🏿" lol. His salary prob went up, as well as JEHRY,and def Iso. I just hope Mayday can weather the storm.
Prozak
Strange is a failure.. I still pray one day tech will split with Travis..