Interview: safe + d.o.f. + dunn deal promotions
Paterson, New Jersey rapper and M.O.B.Stars collective member SaFE presents the Jimmy Giambrone -directed music video for “Gotta Be Magic” , the Bravestarr -produced first single from Dead Duck , SaFE ’s forthcoming debut solo album featuring production from Arkutec , CJ Beatz and Superstar O . Per the Duckhunter philosophy, SaFE wears a duck mask to assume the role of Davey Duckhunter , as a tribute to all of the dead ducks— abandoned dreams, fruitless projects and failed goals. Dead Duck dropped June 15 . How did you growing up in Paterson affect your style? Growing up in Paterson affected my style in the sense that while I was coming up, there wasn't really a local act that broke through and got notoriety. There were a few cats that achieved some fame around our way but the biggest thing to ever come out of Paterson was Just Blaze, but he's obviously not a spitter. Anyway, I always dreamed of being that guy that would put Paterson on the map someday, as far as...