Tshegofatso Seroalo aka Ginger Trill / 30 / Musician
The Ginger Trill story, where did it all begin?
The Ginger Trill story began long ago, probably back in Potchefstroom before I was called Trill. My friends and I had been making music and cutting demos since high school. I always knew I loved music but it wasn’t until I turned 22 that I knew that I wanted pursue a career in music.
The come up and remaining relevant, what are your thoughts?
My come up was different and I think no two come-ups are the same really, I’m from the school of the hard knocks. So many failures, mistakes and lessons that helped me grow, not only as an artist, but as a person as well. Seven years since I released my debut album and I’ve learned that relevance is almost like having a “buzz”…it’s all about what you do with the traction you gain.
South African Hip-Hop is hella right now, agree? What are your reasons?
Agreed, the local Hip-Hop scene is lit right now. I think the cycle before this generation had a lot to do with the shift, we’ve never had a scene so full of young independent artists making so much bank off of Rap music, EVER! Thanks to the arrival of prodigies like Nasty C & A-Reece, the industry is opening up.
As an artist that expresses themselves through words and beats, where do you plug in inspiration from?
I draw my inspiration from the music I bump into mostly, and the things I read, the conversations I have, even the shows I watch on TV or on the net, anything that stimulates my mind really.
How would you describe your music in one word?
Piff.
Any new material you’re yet to release this year?
Finishing my work on “Tales of the High & Mighty”, a joint tape with myself and Top Goggs from Dizzy Monks.
Have a favourite track to date that you’ve released?
Too many to mention, and I think they switch every season or year, but right now? I’d say #Money is my favourite song by myself, that record is HARD.
The plan is to never give up right? What keeps you focused and going?
What keeps me going is purpose, and my family, they are the people I draw my strength and motivation from and of course, my Lord and Saviour.
Where can fans keep in touch with you?
Fans can catch me on social media.
Instagram: @Ginger_Trill Twitter: @Ginger_Trill Facebook: @Gingertrilly and for music www.gingertrill.com
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