Tah Mac

Born and raised in Brooklyn New York Tah Mac’s first foray into music in the mid 90’s was as a co-producer. Producing at the age of 15 and working with a team of well-known hiphop leaders he learned to create his own signature sound.

Having grown up listening to hip-hop legends such as Run DMC, Big Daddy Kane, Tribe Called Quest, Nice and Smooth, and Eric B & Rakim, after 10 years behind the desk he has stepped out in front of it.

Music news caught up with Tah Mac to find out more.


Growing up in Brooklyn, NY, who were your musical influences when you were younger?

Some of my musical influences ranged from the late great Issac Hayes to a Tribe Called Quest, To Rock Legends Kiss, Eric B and Rakim, to Eric Clapton.


You started in the industry as a producer - how did that happen?

I was introduced to Erick Sermon of EPMD through a mutual family friend and from there I was taught the art of production and learned how make professional records throughout the years.


What made you decide to make the move from producer to rapper?

I guess throughout the years of being a producer I was always classified as a artist. It was more or less a confidence thing as well as timing, being that it was in God's plan for when this was suppose to transpire and also being able to show the world what I am capable of doing through my art of entertainment via my music.


How did the move to London come about?

I never moved to London but I often visited a lot through the production work that I was constantly getting over here, so it began to become like my second home outside of New York and Los Angeles.


You've worked with a diverse range of British artists including So Solid Crew;s JD, ex-Sugababe Mutya Buena and Leona Lewis - anyone else you would like to get into the studio?

Yes, most definitely. I am digging working with James Morrison, Paulo Nutini, and Alexander Burke, amongst others. There's no such thing as an unheard of collaboration, in case you may think that's a bit weird.


How did the collaboration with the Charlatans come about?

I met Anthony Roach from the Charlatans in Dublin, Ireland a few years back and from there we did a little jam session in the studio and began working on a record called Freedom feat Aretha Franklin.


Do you think releasing a song called Lavish Lifestyle might have seemed a bit insensitive in this current global financial crisis?

No, because I am risk taker and there are several ways to market the record and different ways to interpret the meaning of a "Lavish Lifestyle". Who says that we can't all enjoy our lives even in this climate?


How do the audiences and fans in the UK compare with those in the US?

Pretty much the same. But the difference is you guys appreciate real music and a real live performance, and if anyone is going to pay $20 dollars or £20 pounds to come see the "Welcome 2 Tahland" show, I am going to give them more than they deserve.
Because without the support of the fans globally, you have nothing and my outlook is to make people feel good again through my music.


Where do you see yourself in five years time?

Continued success, happy and living my life to the fullest, as we all should do.


If you had to tell Music News readers to listen to only one song of yours which would you suggest?

"Back in Time", because it's a simple feelgood record, and everyone can relate to it so let's get back to the way it was, the way we used to love Life and Reality.


Tah Mc Entertainment
"Time of my Life" Out Now on Digital Download
"Lavish Lifestyle" Out Now On i Tunes Everyhere

"WELCOME 2 TAHLAND" The Album Out Now in Hmv and Digital

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