Today we’d like to introduce you to Travis Toebben.
Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
I grew up in East Point as one of the only white kids in my area. I’ve always had a passion for art and music. I was very quickly embraced by all my peers who were shocked to see me walk, talk, and think just like them. I went to Tri-cities Highschool and I started to recording music seriously at the age of 14 and would sell my mixtapes around the school. After graduation I took a music hiatus and picked up a camera. From there I became successful at shooting music videos for local artists which led to me traveling and working with big names like, Jack Daniels, Pastor Troy, Parlae, Young Ralph, AB, OJ daJuiceman, and many more. Over the past 2 years I slowly fell back in love with creating music and I just released my “Debut” album titled “Old Atlanta”. I now aspire to be one of the first music video directors who is simultaneously a successful rapper.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
Not a smooth road by far. I’ve fought through poverty, crime, fake friends turned thieves, deaths, and the chip on my shoulder being a white rapper. I’ve always wanted to be known for being a good rapper. Not a good white rapper. But with the help and support of close friends and family I’ve been able to overcome it all.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
As a child I started with drawing which grew to graphic design. I have been rapping and making music for as long as I remember. I have been a photographer/videographer/video editor for 10 years. I make beats as well. I am a jack of all trades
Where we are in life is often partly because of others. Who/what else deserves credit for how your story turned out?
My mom has always been my biggest supporter. My dad and my brothers cris and Tim have also been with me every step of the way. I’d like to also thank, zay, kiddo, AC, Woo, Black, Domino, Eli, Zach, and Santana (no particular order) for always pushing me to be the best version of myself.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://beacons.ai/travii
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/@picturesquemedia404
