1)i think you mentioned a time or two about jay z studying his audience and popular music and then aproximating his music to that. do you find that this site helps you to get an aproximate idea of your different audiences? if so do you ever adjust your music to what the fan base says, or do you just do what you and the rest of the group are feeling? i'd imagine that it can be tough at times as an artist to read the critiques (at times hate) of your music, especially with the diverse fan base at this site, so that no matter what you put out, someone's gonna find something to critique in a negative way.

2)who are your favorite hip hop groups from the bay area? any favorite albums from that location?