“Last Supper” EP, Remembering YTN Paco & Toronto Hip-Hop Culture
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Join Guttzy Guttz and DJ Laz Vagez on The Man Dem Show for a deep conversation with Toronto artist Franchize (@trg_franchize). In this episode, Franchize opens up about the heavy losses he’s faced over the last few years, including the passing of his close friend YTN Paco. He shares a crazy story about his car getting stolen and used in an LCBO robbery , and discusses the evolution of the Toronto music scene—from the days of Dungeon Studios to the current streaming era where “three verses” are a thing of the past.
We also dive into his latest project “Last Supper,” the importance of mental health in the streets, and why he believes Toronto’s infrastructure is finally improving for creatives.
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Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro & Welcoming Franchize 01:26 – Is it harder for artists from “unpopular” blocks? 05:15 – The importance of networking & industry events 07:29 – 15 Years of History: Dungeon Studios days 08:42 – Mental Health Check: Dealing with multiple deaths 09:13 – Story Time: Franchize’s car was stolen and used in a robbery 15:14 – How Music Changed: Why nobody writes 3 verses anymore 18:57 – Are Music Videos dead? Reels vs. YouTube 22:41 – Nostalgia: Galloway & The Old Morningside Mall 30:23 – Why Franchize is the peacemaker in his circle 34:10 – Gang Culture’s influence on the youth 39:59 – Breakdown of the “Last Supper” EP 48:27 – Remembering Paco: His work ethic & influence 53:17 – What does “Success” look like to Franchize? 58:41 – Shoutouts: Two Keys, Cass, & Red Light District 01:02:00 – Outro & Socials