It's an interesting time in music today with innovation and creativity being a key to the emergence of new talent from all over the industry. Long gone are the days of rhythmic normality -- "Plain Janes" are a thing of the past; in comes the era of eclectic.

ATL hipster, Roscoe Dash is no stranger to the new age bounce. Bursting onto the scene with All The Way Turnt Up collaborating with fellow Southern boys Travis Porter, Dash has placed himself on the forefront of the hype movement.

Roscoe linked up with Yo! Raps after landing back home in Atlanta for the week. And being relatively fresh to the Interscope Records family, he had a lot to be excited about. Tune in to find about his new label family, his plans for music, and what really happened between him and Travis Porter.

Roscoe, what's going on man?

What's good with you big dog? Everything's good over here, man!

I'm glad we finally got a chance to link up -- our schedules have been conflicting a bit.

I know! Things have been crazy lately but I'm trying to find as much free time as I can [laughs].

So, Roscoe, I was pleased to find out we'd be catching up; especially hearing all the buzz about you and your hit single All The Way Turnt Up. How are you taking in the success of the track?

Man, I'm enjoying it. I was a little surprised at how fast things took off as far as the popularity of the track.

Yea, definitely. So what have you been doing while your music is airing all over?

Really I have just been promoting Roscoe Dash. Doing a lot of interviews, shows -- I did BET's Rip The Runway. Other than that I basically been campaigning, man. I actually just got back to Atlanta so I'm trying to put some more work into the album. It's been a great experience so far.

I can dig it. Roscoe, you've been dealing with a lot of jargon from fans that may still be unaware of your situation with Travis Porter and the original installment of the track. Tell me about what really happened when it first hit the radio...

Basically, I made the track by myself back in 2009 with three verses -- I was excited because I felt the track was gonna be huge but I wanted to wait a bit before I actually released it. I actually linked up with Travis Porter through my cousin. I linked up with them and they had heard the track in the car while we were on our way to the club. One of the members, Strap, had said that the track was hot and they wanted to get on it. I felt it was a smart thing to do because Travis Porter had a following already and them being on my song would be a cool thing to bring out, you know?

That's understandable.

Yea, man. So I took out two of my verses and let them get on them -- they ended up featuring the song on one of their mixtapes as Travis Porter featuring ATL which was my name at the time. They released it and of course, fans ate it up. I mean, their promo game is crazy -- I'll give them that. The song hit and it was everywhere. The only bad thing was over time, the song was being introduced as just Travis Porter.

So what happened when you noticed this issue?

Well, they initially said that it was a typo as far as on the net. Then their representatives mentioned paperwork being necessary before I could be mentioned on the track so I took care of that. They never fixed the issue. They basically went on with the track being a Travis Porter track versus giving me my credit.

I see...

Yea, so this issue basically pushed me to go ahead and step out on my own -- respectfully -- and do my own thing. It's like I felt they tried to steal the track from me so I had to take it back. So I hooked up with MMI, the guys who put together Swag Surfin', you know.

What about Soulja Boy? How did you guys link up?

Well, Soulja Boy had been tweeting about it for a hot minute. He wanted to get on the remix. So we just linked us up since we were both so adamant about doing the track together.

So was there any bad blood between you and Travis Porter once the remake with Soulja Boy aired? I have to assume there were some choice words between the two parties [laughs].

Oh yea, man. There was definitely some words exchanged between our camps [laughs]. That was expected though. But for real though, how can you get mad at me for taking a track that was mine? Honestly, there would be no problem -- I would let them perform the track to this day -- if they gave me my credit, you know? It's a Roscoe Dash record, man.

Do you feel that's an issue with new artists out here? It seems like no one is willing to work for the payoff without cutting corners or stepping on someone else...

Man, I think so. But at the same time, you have to pay attention to the people you work with. It's like, everything that looks good ain't good, you feel me? It's almost like doing your own thing and branding your own name might be the best way to go nowadays.

Are you turned off to working with a lot of artists now -- as you move forward?

Naw, I try not to be. It just goes back to really understanding who you are dealing with at the time. I don't mind working with anyone -- let's just make good music.

Cool. So how does it feel being an Interscope now?

Man, great! I've been here for a few months now and it's incredible. Being with a label that treats their artists so well is a great thing. They are making sure I get what I need to make good stuff.

That's definitely good to know. So they were around when the Travis Porter issue occurred?

Yea, man [laughs]. Def Jam was shouting at me initially too. But they stepped off a bit when the drama came in so it was cool to see that Interscope never lost faith. They really want to help branding Roscoe Dash.

It had to be a challenge though -- deciding who to work with because I heard you had quite a few offers on deck.

It was definitely difficult my man. I just really wanted to be a part of a label that treated artists like family. I want to have longevity in this industry so I chose the team that fit me best.

Do you feel you have changed in anyway? Do you keep the same company even while you're doing your thing in the industry?

Oh no -- ain't nothing changed with me or my company [laughs]. I keep my circle tight anyway. A lot of the time when I travel, they are right there with me. Especially my brother.

So let me in on this album, Roscoe. What's to come?

Oh yea, man -- the album is being cut up now. The album is called Ready Set Go and it is set to release early May. I been messing with Wacka [Flocka Flame], Soulja [Boy], and a few other artists the last few weeks too -- trying to put things together and branch out a bit.

Man, I'm telling you -- it seems a lot of the artists from ATL love to work with each other!

Yea man! It's a movement. People got to understand -- wherever you come from, if you are in an industry where everyone is open to work together, success is bound to happen, man. That goes for the Houstons, Floridas, etc.

So what's your take on a lot of the ATL artists -- or even Southern artists -- who get put into that dance hip hop category?

I'm just trying to make all kinds of music, man. I want everyone to be on Roscoe Dash -- the rockers, the alternatives, you know -- everybody. I just want to be able to make good music without being put into a stable.

So going back to your projects about to be released, who do you have working with you on the album Ready Set Go?

I've decided to use a lot of home people, you know? People from my camp that really have a feel for what I like and where I want to take my music. I'm working with Soulja, Yung LA, SOI, J-Money, etc. We are just trying to bring something new.

Sounds exciting. You feel you got everyone you wanted?

Yea, I did. I really enjoy working with the underdogs though, man. I feel like the guys who are hungry are capable of really bringing some craziness to the equation. Yea, the veterans are great but I love experimenting. I'm just trying to network and connect with people though. I met up with a lot of people during Super Bowl Weekend -- Chris Brown and Keri [Hilson] hooked up with me for a sec so who knows what the future will bring.

So this project, the first album, will be just Roscoe for the most part?

This is my intro basically. I am trying to showcase Roscoe Dash but still have a few features here and there just because they were great tracks.

Was there anybody that you didn't reach out to that you would like to in the future?

You know, I wouldn't mind working with Drake or Trey Songz. They both are creative artists.

Roscoe Dash with Drake or Trey would be something to see!

Yea, man. I just want to work with people who love to bring excitement in their music.

So what do you want the Roscoe Dash brand to say to listeners?

That it's ok to be different. As long as you are comfortable in your own skin, that is all that matters -- make it happen.

Where can Roscoe fans show their support? You are tweeting right?

Oh yea, I'm a Twitter head [laughs]. Check twitter.com/roscoe_dash

Alright man you know you are going to have a lot of traffic now [laughs].

No matter I'm always on there [laughs]. All my fans can gimme a shout.

Cool. I appreciate you hooking up with Yo! Raps. We are looking forward to the album!

Not a problem homie! Shout out to Yo! Raps and all who support me and my music, man.

- By Jovan Bland