LaSuria Kandi Allman interviews radio personality Black Tear aka Eddie Powell
BlackTear, BlackOut radio show CEO, emcee, military veteran, is here to
put Detroit on the map through lyricism and radio broadcasting. He has
been gaining respect with industry rappers as well as in his local area.
As far as his radio show, it runs every Tuesday between 10pm-12am est
and is considered a platform for unsigned and new artists to gain a
buzz.
In 3 months, he has interviewed artists from No Limit Records, The
Wu Tang Clan, M.O.P, and the N.W.A, just to name a few If an industry
artist isn't being interviewed, the show offers a fan call in edition
where talent from all genres can call in and promote themselves. His
music can be heard at www.reverbnation com/blacktear and his radio
website in the making www.blackout.hearitradio.com should be established in the next coming weeks.
What city and state did you grow up in?
Detroit, Michigan
What was it like growing up in?
People describe it as a bad city but it is not.
What High School did you attend?
Southfield High
How long have you been on the radio?
About a year
What time do you air? and the call in number?
What inspired you to become a radio personality?
At first I was a rapper
Tell us about your acting career?
Growing up I was in plays
Tell me some things about you?
Laid back, networking
You have been a radio personality for a while what was the funniest thing you saw or heard?
Prank callers
What keeps you motivated?
Constantly being able to speak with artists and the connections.
Where do you see yourself in 5 years from now?
I don't know
If you could change your profession what would it be?
I believe in God, Politics
So your fans can follow you what social media sites are you on?
Fb, Twitter, Instagram
Do you think the music has changed from then to now?
Severely. I like the real essence it's a new generation of followers.
How would categorize your style?
Versatile
What message do you try to relay to the audience?
I try to be versatile. I want to have a song for everyone
What would you change about the music industry?
Budgeting
What do you think attributed to the change from consciousness of the early 80's to the gangster era of today?
Drugs
What are your thoughts about the way the artists are presenting themselves?
Very ignoran.
What are your goals in the future, with radio/acting?
Continuing
What can we do to change, uplift, and educate the youth of today?
As a people, it starts at home.
What advice do you give to aspiring radio personalities?
Everyday I work on my fan base and interviews.
Are there any community programs that you are involved in?
RAP Detroit fundraiser
Are you married? children?
Yes, No children
Your favorite food?
BBQ Chicken and spaghetti
What are your hobbies?
Work, network
Zodiac sign?
Sagittarius
I would like to thank you for this very powerful interview.
I look forward to future interviews with you. Much Success in all of
your endeavors. God bless.
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BlackTear, BlackOut radio show CEO, emcee, military veteran, is here to
put Detroit on the map through lyricism and radio broadcasting. He has
been gaining respect with industry rappers as well as in his local area.
What message do you try to relay to the audience? 
