Joshua Dai’Quan Goods[1] (born April 28, 1992), known professionally as Tate Kobang, is an American rapper, songwriter and record producer. Although active in the Baltimore hip-hop scene since 2011, he rose to prominence with "Bank Rolls (Remix)", a 90-second promotional single for his April 2015 release "Live Hazey", released on YouTube on April 19, 2015, in remembrance of his mother. In 2020, he co-wrote the single "Mr. Right Now" by 21 Savage and Metro Boomin (featuring Drake).
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Joshua Dai'Quan Goods |
| Born | April 28, 1992 Baltimore, Maryland, U.S. |
| Origin | York, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Genres | Hip hop |
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| Years active | 2011–present |
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Early and personal life
editTate Kobang grew up in Northeast Baltimore, Maryland, before moving to York, Pennsylvania, as a teenager, where he attended Central York High School before dropping out to pursue rapping. In 2013, his mother and father died suddenly within months of each other, making him responsible for his 8 younger siblings at age 21, prompting him to continue music at a more serious level to provide for his family.[2][3]
Influences
editAlthough he originally wanted to be a video game programmer, Kobang’s interest in music stemmed at an early age—he sang in his church choir at age 5, and began writing music around age 11. He also learned to read music and play the saxophone and piano in middle school, and took music production classes in high school. Kobang’s uncle, Baltimore rapper Killa Q, introduced him to rap, and even had Kobang write for him. Kobang also credits artists Mr. Cheeks, Method Man, and Cassidy as influences.[4]
Career
editSuccess of "Bank Rolls" (Remix)
editIn honor of his late mother's birthday, Kobang released "Bank Rolls" (Remix) on April 19, 2015, as a promotional song for his mixtape. The song was featured in Watch Dogs 2. The song uses Baltimore rapper Tim Trees' 2000 song "Bank Roll" and features a verse about Baltimore DJ K-Swift, who died in 2008. That day is also the day of Freddie Gray's death after being in a coma from injury complications allegedly caused by the Baltimore Police Department. With heavy media attention and national focus on Baltimore at this time, Kobang released the song to bring a sense of happiness and pride to the city. Following the viral success of the 90-second video, Kobang went into the studio with the producer of the original track, Rod Lee, to extend the track into a full song.[4][5]
Signing with 300 Entertainment
editShortly after its release, "Bank Rolls" (Remix) gained the attention of Lyor Cohen's and Baltimore native Kevin Liles's 300 Entertainment. At first, Kobang was hesitant but considered the offer after researching the industry leading names behind the label. In July 2015, Kobang traveled to New York City to sign a record deal with 300 Entertainment. In January 2016, he appeared on the label's 13-city Young Hustle Tour, which featured acts such as Rich the Kid, T-Wayne, TK N Cash, and Rejjie Snow.[6][7]
Since We're Here
editKobang released the Since We're Here mixtape in April 2016, which consists of freestyles and remixed songs. A video for the single "Poppin" was released on April 26, 2016. The video was filmed spontaneously at a Georgia Waffle House. On May 20, 2016, Kobang released a video for "Don't Need", which features artist Freeband Test.[8][9]
Silent Waves
editSilent Waves, Kobang's second mixtape, was presented by DTLR and Under Armour and hosted by DJ Flow, with just one feature from fellow Baltimore artist Young Moose. It includes collaborations with producers such as GeniroBeatz[10] D Dae,[11] and YG! Beats.
Tate Ko
editOn November 27, 2017, Kobang released his highly anticipated mixtape Tate Ko. The 15-track project was led by his hit single "North North" and included features from Swizz Beatz, Chaz French, Deetranada, Young Money Yawn and West Side Goldie. Production came from Swizz, YG! Beats, Millz Douglas, Reazy Renegade, Honorable C.N.O.T.E. and Kobang himself.
28
editOn April 28, 2018, Kobang released the 28 mixtape, which showcased his production team including YG!Beats, Millz Douglas and Genirobeatz. The mixtape features a collaboration with Band Boy Skooda. The mixtape's title is a reference to his and producer YG!Beats' birthday.[citation needed]
Notable mentions
editKobang's "Bank Rolls" (Remix) was ranked number 87 on Pitchfork's list of the 100 Best Tracks of 2015, as well as on NPR Music's Favorite Songs of 2015 in the hip hop genre. It was also featured in Watch Dogs 2, a game produced by Ubisoft.[12][13] The song also made it to Pigeons and Planes' Best Songs of 2015 at number 66, as well as TheStashed.com's list of 25 Artists to Watch in 2016 at number 22.[14][15]
Discography
editMixtapes
- Since We're Here (2016)
- Silent Waves (2017)
- Tate Ko (2017)
- 28 (2018)
Singles
- "Bank Rolls (Remix)" (2015)
- "Oh My" (2016)
- "Yeah" (2017)
References
edit- ^ "BMI | Songview Search".
- ^ Case, Wesley (Jan 21, 2016). "With 'Bank Rolls,' Baltimore rapper Tate Kobang arrives". Baltimore Sun. Retrieved 10 May 2016.
- ^ Kyles, Yohance (12 May 2016). "#DMVOnTheMove: Tate Kobang Wants The World To Know He Won't Be Placed In Any Musical Box". Exclusive Hip Hop News, Interviews, Rumors, Rap & Music Videos | Allhiphop. Retrieved 18 May 2016.
- ^ a b Burney, Lawrence. "Bet They Know Me: Tate Kobang Is Ready to Be Baltimore's First Rapper to Blow | Noisey". NOISEY. Vice Media. Retrieved 10 May 2016.
- ^ Watkins, D. "D. Watkins talks to rising 'Bank Rolls' rapper Tate Kobang". citypaper.com. Baltimore City Paper. Retrieved 10 May 2016.
- ^ Shipley, Al. "Meet Tate Kobang, The East Baltimore Guy Who Flipped A Hometown Classic Into A Label Deal". The Fader. Retrieved 10 May 2016.
- ^ Ivey, Justin. "Tate Kobang Has a Change of Heart in". XXL Mag. XXL. Retrieved 10 May 2016.
- ^ "Tate Kobang Gets It "Poppin" With Waffle House Employees". First We Feast. Retrieved 2022-05-08.
- ^ "Tate Kobang Feat. Freeband TEST "Don't Need" Video". Hotnewhiphop.com. 2016-05-22. Retrieved 2022-05-08.
- ^ "Home". Genirobeatz.com.
- ^ "Home". Ddaebeats.com.
- ^ Staff, Pitchfork. "The 100 Best Tracks of 2015". pitchfork.com. Pitchfork. Retrieved 10 May 2016.
- ^ "The Complete List: NPR Music's Favorite Songs Of 2015". NPR.org. NPR. 15 December 2015. Retrieved 10 May 2016.
- ^ Jones, Danitha (31 December 2015). "Listmas: 25 Artists to Watch in 2016 | Page 22 of 26 | Stashed". STASHED. Retrieved 10 May 2016.
- ^ "Best Songs of 2015". Pigeons & Planes. 21 December 2015. Retrieved 10 May 2016.
