The Vultures are a seven man hip-hop group from San Antonio, Texas. The core members of the group are, Ruler Why, Jus the Destroyer, and Jamar Equality. The Vultures have recently added four new members, Stealth Entity, DJ 7ish, K.I.N., and Blazy. Their first track dropped in 2007 and was titled, Plot The Apocalypse. Since then they have released From Parts Unknown, Desert Eagles Vol. 1, and 7 Rings Of Saturn. K.I.N, or Knowledge Is Now, was a side project, and consisted of MC Ruin, DJ 7ish, Jamar Equality, and Jus the Destroyer. The Vultures are a very talented group of hip-hop artists that deserve to be heard. Their sound is a reminder that real hip-hop is still alive. Their incredible/intelligent lyrics, flow, and their abilities to ride a beat, showcase their talent and hunger for success. I had a chance to interview Ruler Why the main producer of The Vultures. We discussed the history of The Vultures,the future, and everything in between. Definitely check out The Vultures!
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Question 1.) Tell me about the origins of the Vultures. How did The Vultures form? I noticed all you guys are veterans of hip-hop, how did you all come together?
Ruler Why-The Vultures core members are Ruler Why, Jus the Destroyer, and Jamar Equality. We have extended family which consists of Stealth Entity, DJ 7ISH, K.I.N. and Blazy. They are the veterans, we are the young cats, hungry, on the come up.
Question 2.) Being a very talented group, lyrically, and a group with an old-school sound, what are your thoughts on mainstream hip-hop?
Ruler Why-It serves its purpose. Some people like it, what are ya gonna do about it? The industy has changed and shifted away from the old mentality of making money off of records. Now, more than ever, it's about staying in contact with fans, and connecting to people on a much more personal level. With the mainstream the way it is, it makes groups like us sound fresh and exciting. It draws a distinctive line between what IS Hip-Hop and what isn't.
Question 3.) What or who have influenced the Vultures? For example, which artists, and what views spiritually and politically?
Ruler Why-Politics? Nah, we all know that shit is bullshit. spiritually... its all different, we all know we have the power to manifest our destiny. and the range of hip hop groups, producers & rappers ranges so big it would be impossible to list.
Question 4.) Your guys released your first track in 2007 titled, Plot the Apocalypse. How far have you guys come as a group?
Ruler Why-The overall sound, abilites, lyrics, beats have exponentially gotten better. We still stick to the same old guns, but we have polished & modified those old guns for a more deadly, precise shot.
Question 5.) Tell me more about K.I.N., and the experiences you guys had planning, and producing the album, and working with other artists.
Ruler Why-K.I.N. was a side project. It was at a time when I was still learning the ropes of engineering, beat making, recording. Headlining the project was San Antonio MC, RUiN, and heavily featured DJ 7ISH, Jamar Equality, and Jus the Destroyer. I helped materialize a project RUiN & 7ISH had been wanting to do. It was recorded & produced basically the same time as 7 Rings of Saturn. Both of those records have a similar vibe and sound.
Question 6.) When did you personally start in hip-hop? Writing your own songs, beats,etc..
Ruler Why- 2005ish Ruler & Destroyer came up freestyling shittily over beats & recording into cool edit pro. Jus the Destroyer gave birth Ruler Why's hip hop knowledge. Jus knew Equal from school and the first day we all hung out. Plot the Apocalypse was born. we recorded that shit with a usb mic on a shitty laptop with a beat Destroyer made in garage band.
Question 7.) What's the future for The Vultures? Are you guys working on a new album? Collabs?
Ruler Why-The Vultures have actually been on a 1+ year hiatus from recording new material. No doubt there is tons of unreleased shit in the archives. Yes a new EP is just about done, after that.... the world. Shout outs to Psytology, our brother crew from Germany holding it down. We aren't seeking collabs at the time, what we have is all we need. No need to coat tail. Vultures on the flock.
Question 8.) Did most of you have successful solo careers before forming The Vultures?
Ruler Why-Nah, we all young upcoming artists. The plan is get the following as The Vultures collective and open the roads for solo careers.
Question 9.) How is it working with 6 other guys in a hip-hop group?
Ruler Why- At one time it was actually 7. It's too crazy, not everyone is fond of everyones style, so some people need to get cut. Too much politics. Thats why we only focused right now on the Core. Jus the Destroyer, Jamar Equality, Ruler Why = The Vultures
Ruler Why- At one time it was actually 7. It's too crazy, not everyone is fond of everyones style, so some people need to get cut. Too much politics. Thats why we only focused right now on the Core. Jus the Destroyer, Jamar Equality, Ruler Why = The Vultures
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