Will Tesla

Growing up impoverished and introverted, Will Tesla’s evolution from a kid on the hard side of Brooklyn’s streets, to the up-and-coming New York hip hop artist with a reputation for finely- crafted lyrics and inventive beats, was in no way guaranteed. Describing it himself: “Growing up poor, it’s really hard to draw inspiration. It’s hard to not just accept your place in society and fall into a troublesome lifestyle.” But while his friends were getting caught up in the troubles that surrounded them, Will was falling in with the sounds of J Dilla and Nujabes, whose nostalgic productions, along with the cinematic narratives spun by Nas, Lupe Fiasco and Jay-Z, left their imprint, providing both escape and motivation.
While his natural shyness kept Tesla’s talent hidden for a time, once coaxed into the studio he began to emerge as a brave and innovative artist. With a style that brings to mind J Cole, Skyzoo, or Lupe, Tesla has racked up several thousand plays across various streaming platforms and is currently working on Violet Rays, the follow up to his very well received album, Childhood Fantasy.