Episode 10: Tan2

A Chicago Native, First Wave Scholar and rapper, Tan2 shares his unique and honest journey with listeners as he releases his newest mixtape "I Tried".  In this episode, we explore Tan2's passion for music and his evolution as an artist beginning in high school and translating across his college and post-grad life. Today, Tan2 is dynamic, new age artist whose bouncy songs and subtle punch lines have listeners both dancing and pondering life.  His poetry and spoken word roots are evident throughout as Tan2's fun delivery is paired with a stark contrast in word choice. "I Tried" is true to its name, as Tan2 clearly shows us his growth in artistry and a discovery of personal identity, sounds and ideas.  Follow along as we also candidly discuss new album releases such as Donda and Certified Lover Boy, explore themes of adulthood and identity, and share on the importance of building community.  Check out Tan2's single "Fuckin I'm Heated" at the end of this episode.