Ray Vaughn Reveals Kendrick Lamar’s Impact on His Process Amidst Record-Breaking Tour
In a recent interview with Bootleg Kev, West Coast rapper Ray Vaughn reflected on his creative process, revealing that he often seeks guidance from Kendrick Lamar, especially during his battle with Joey Bada$$. Throughout this collaboration, which took place as Vaughn was recording, Kendrick offered insights mainly on ad-libs, emphasizing their protocol at TDE. Amidst these exchanges, Kendrick is also on his “Grand National” tour with SZA, setting multiple records for ticket sales and highest-grossing hip-hop concerts.
Ray Vaughn Discusses Kendrick Lamar’s Mentorship
Ray Vaughn credited Kendrick Lamar for significant input on his tracks, particularly focusing on ad-libs during their collaboration. He stated, “I always get feedback; sh*t still doesn’t come out just like…”.
In a recent interview, Ray Vaughn recalled reaching out to Kendrick while battling Joey Bada$$, emphasizing the importance of getting his perspective. “I’m on the phone with him while I’m going at Joey,” he said.
Ray Vaughn highlighted the structured approach at TDE, mentioning that Kendrick’s feedback often suggested eliminating unnecessary ad-libs. He remarked, “If anything it’s like, take something out.”
Kendrick Lamar’s Record-Breaking Tour
Kendrick Lamar is currently on his ‘Grand National’ tour with SZA, which has reportedly broken multiple records since its start in April. Their Seattle show generated over $14 million.
The tour’s success includes selling 60,941 tickets at Lumen Field, shattering previous records for a hip-hop concert. This achievement underscores Kendrick’s growing influence in the industry.
Additionally, Kendrick is noted as the only rapper with multiple tours in the top five highest-grossing hip-hop tours of all time. His song “Luther” recently became the longest-running No. 1 on the Billboard chart.
Ray Vaughn’s candid reflections on his collaboration with Kendrick Lamar highlight the strong mentorship dynamic within TDE. As Kendrick excels on his record-breaking tour with SZA, his dedication to nurturing fellow artists showcases the collective ethos that propels their success in the music industry.
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