Tropidelic - James Begin in Kansas City

Interview

Interview Date: 25 April 2025

James Begin is a rapper, musician, and songwriter from Cleveland, OH. Through his work with Tropidelic and his own solo endeavors, James and his music have healed hearts and struck awe from coast to coast. As a performer, James is unmatched in dedication and energy; he brings an undeniable fire to every stage he sets foot on.

While in Kansas City, James took the time out of his busy schedule to do an interview for Highly Recommended.

We talked about how James and his friend Chris DiCola wound up in Vietnam on an episode of Trip Flip with Bert Kreischer, a time in Texas where "mechanics" stole parts off their bandwagon, Everwild Music Festival, his side projects, and more.

Shoutout to James and all of Tropidelic!