In this episode of Crazy Real with Bugge & Zogg, Jenn and Marissa sit down with Syracuse artist 315CA$H, formerly known as Kash Montana, to talk about music, hustle, and what it means to truly rep the 315.
315CA$H shares how his love for hip-hop turned into more than a decade of writing, recording, networking, and building his name from the ground up. He talks about growing up in Syracuse, finding inspiration in the 2000s New York hip-hop era, creating four mixtapes, and preparing to release his debut album, Levels.
The conversation also dives into the Syracuse music scene, opening for artists like Dave East, Slick Rick, and Masta Killa, paying homage to Wu-Tang with his song “Wu-Tang Thing,” and the unforgettable moment he met 50 Cent during a week of shows and networking in New York City.
From hearing his song “Rep My City” played in the Dome to performing in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, 315CA$H opens up about staying consistent, doing the behind-the-scenes work himself, and why Syracuse will always be home.
It’s a fun, local-pride-filled conversation about hip-hop, opportunity, consistency, and chasing the dream without forgetting where you came from.