Wish Master x Farma G - No CPR (Album) + 10 Questions

Emerging from the burgeoning hip-hop scene in Bristol, one of the South West’s most ferocious MC’s Wish Master cues up a new collaborative album with UK Hip-Hop royalty Farma G for Tricky’s label False Idols, bringing along an all- star cast of UK MCs for the ride. With a supporting cast that that includes Sonnyjim, Datkid, Eddie Kaine, Gaza Glock, DaRegiment and 1Jack, the ‘No CPR’ album finds Wish Master in full lyrical flow, backed up with some serious dusted beats and production chops from Task Force founder and member Farma G.

Fresh from having support Conway The Machine on his recent UK Tour, and having previously released albums on his Official Recordings imprint, ‘No CPR’ lands on False Idols, the label run and curated by fellow Bristolian Tricky, establishing a lineage between artists and generations that allows music and new talent to flourish. Across eight tracks, Wish Master throws down contemporary rhymes, sparring with transatlantic guest performances. From front to back, ‘No CPR’ presents a modern and fresh collection of British hip-hop from some of the scene’s rising stars.

Wish Master sat down with Wordplay Magazine to answer our infamous 10 Questions:

1. So tell me, how did it all begin? What sparked your love for music?

As a baby, reggae music was something my mum used to play to stop me crying. My earliest encounters with music were with poetry and drama between ages 8-10. Then between the ages 10-12, I started experimenting with music which started with grime and garage. Growing up I was a fan of Wiley, Kano, D Double E, Heartless Crew, Pay As You Go, So Solid, SLK, Dizzee Rascal, Damage and Sidewinder tape packs. My favourite DJ’s were Slimzee, Maximum and DJ Target.

2. Who are some artists that influence you and that you want to work with in the future?

In terms of UK music, I was heavily influenced by people like Kano, PDC, Klashnekoff, Chester P. And from the U.S  Hip-hop scene it was D-Block, Nas, Big L, 50 Cent, Fugees, DMX, The Roots and Outkast.

3. What projects do you have coming up and can you give us any info on them?

So I Have a project called No CPR produced by Farma G Dropping on Bristol legend Tricky’s label; False Idols  (Dropping 30th of August). I first linked with Farma doing a single and video called Rap Assassin for his new £10 Bag Series (I believe I’m on Volume 2). When he sent me the beat pack, I picked the track that stood out the most to me which happens to be track 1, then I reached out to Farma and said that I wanted to make a project with him, as it brought out a different side of me with my art and put me in different space. It was refreshing because music can get repetitive sometimes so it was great chance to push the boundaries and explore new pocket’s of production, more raw and gritty from the sample God Farma.

I also have a project towards the end of the year called 'His Story' produced by Kong The Artisan dropping late October/early November.  The Kong project is a mixture of hard hitting beats and nice soulful samples but it’s definitely an amazing body of work.  It’s a very personal one for me, I get very deep and vulnerable on it. It has some amazing features but I can’t say too much, all I will say is It will be coming out on Noel & Poland Records which is Kong The Artisan’s own imprint.

4. How would you describe your sound?

I would describe my sound as hard hitting, unique and distinctive. The elements come from hip hop, jazz, dub, reggae and soul.

5. What's your proudest moment to date so far as an artist?

I would say how my music took me on a journey, took me around the world and allowed me to meet some great people as well as my peers. It played a crucial role in establishing a lifetime of friendship's and connections.

6. Do you have any advice for our readers who may be trying to play the mad game of music?

The music game is a long game, one of planning, patience and execution. Make sure you set realistic goals and expectations when planning. Always remember when planning that things can and will go wrong, don't let it defeat you. There's always a way to get through it and often leads to another door of opportunity.

7. Are there any artists on your radar right now that we should check out?

Krush Landing from Bristol, J. Littles from Nottingham, Josiah Hotwire from Harlem - NYC, Datkid from Bristol and Life Liggy Long from NYC.

8. What albums are on heavy rotation on your Spotify playlist currently?

Gaza Glock  x Illinformed - 'Frontline 97', J. Littles X Kong The Artisan - 'Massa', Josiah Hotwire X illinformed -'Bodybag season LP' and Bashy - 'Being Poor is Expensive'.

9. What do you like to do when you're not making music?

I like to go to the gym and exercise, eat good food and chill with the family.

I also like watching movies and series.  Recently I have been rewatching The Soprano’s, Breaking bad, Line of Duty and Luther.

10. Name Three things you can't live without when in the studio?

My phone, a bottle of Rio and a bag of Haribo blue raspberry fizzy bottles.