One thing i think goes underrated is Nas smartened up on how to control his own narrative. Ever since really him and Anthony hooked up he’s been doing interviews at HIS own time and pace. Not saying he didn’t do that before, but Nas seems like one of the first mainstream artists to quietly realize that traditional print/radio promotion isn’t necessary to move units or create buzz.
Elliot Wilson has been bytching about interviewing Nas for a decade. Vlad KEEPS Nas name in his mouth. Nas don’t really seem to fukk with Flex or any of the old school radio personalities anymore. Nowadays, his spoken words DIRECTLY benefit him in some way. Whether its a Mass Appeal event, or the Tidal interview (conducted at Sweet Chick) or Drink Champs (Nore is signed to Mass Appeal) thats MAJOR shyt right there