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Split Second is a hip-hop trio that hails from the Taft School in Watertown Connecticut. A fresh sounding bunch with prep school flare, do not over look these guys. They may be young but their lyrics are extremely appealing to the prep school scene and beyond; using their experiences as a way to show people what there lives are like. Become a fan of Split Second at their Facebook page and download there mixtape Polos & Solos for free here

Split Second: Sundress

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Split Second: Prep Boy Academy

How did Split Second start? Where did this journey begin for you guys?

Everything began at the Taft School, a prep school, in Watertown, CT. The three of us decided to seriously start making music after a brief stint with a few friends of ours in which we we’re known as “The HDT Boyz.” That group was fun, made a song called “I Love Prep School,” try to find it if you can! Shouts to the guys apart of that.

What was the initial reaction like from people when they heard you were starting a hip hop group?

It honestly depends on whom it was that found out we were making music. To be honest, outside of our Taft environment everyone was basically down for it and supportive. Ironically, we live on campus most of the year and the people at our school were generally against it. Being that we go to prep school, most kids at our school thought it was a joke that we we’re going to do Hip-Hop music. That being said, there we’re definitely a good amount of people at our school that embraced us from the start, and with how we are doing now everyone else has seemed to hop on board.

What was some of the inspiration that went into making Polos and Solos?

Inspiration for Polos & Solos came from everyday prep school life – from living life on campus, to parties, to trips to VT, NYC, Bahamas, and MV for example. We really just want to expose the general prep school life style as it has not really been done before, ever. The actual name comes from most of the attire we wear and events that take place in our lives. We felt it was very relatable name.

What was the reaction to your new mixtape Polos and Solos?

The reaction to Polos & Solos has been fantastic. The mixtape has done well and we just hope the buzz keeps circulating throughout the summer and entering the next school year. We’ve gotten a lot of great feedback thus far and that’s all we can ask for. People seem to really be embracing this prep school movement we are trying to push, whether they went to, currently attend, or never did go to a prep school.

How would you say you guys are different then other hip hop artists out there?

As far as being different from other artists out there, I’d say we are very versatile. Not that other artists aren’t, but if you listen to Polos& Solos there’s honestly something for any type of Hip Hop fan – from being very lyrical, to party songs, to something for the ladies, to head nodders for the guys, it’s all there. There’s that aspect, and obviously again, being from a prep school. We have had different experiences that have not yet truly been exposed in music so that makes us unique in its own.

If given the opportunity, who are some artists and producers you guys would like to work with?

We’ve actually been listening to a lot of Mac Miller recently so we’d be interested in working with him – his flow is dope. We’d also would like to work with other artists such as Chiddy Bang. Zaphoon is crazy with his tracks and Chiddy just brings it all together. We have worked with other artists such as The Dean’s List and Chris Webby in the past and would definitely want to connect with them again.

Do you prefer writing and recording, performing live or both?

We love the whole process of making and performing music. From creating the instrumental, to writing , to recording, it’s something we truly enjoy. The performing aspect brings it all together in which we’re can demonstrate our passion for music with the listeners and connect with them on a different level.

What has been the most exciting moment thus far in your career?

We can’t really pinpoint the most exciting moment thus far. It’s been a rewarding and thrilling experience so far and we just hope everything continues to advance and elevate for us. We have a strong team, that extends from Split Second, including some other artists and individuals – C. Evs, Gurf, Dream, TUC – so with all of us being involved we hope to a be making a lot of news very shortly.

What is next for Split Second? New mixtape upcoming shows etc.?

Up next for Split Second is simply making more music, performing, and broadening the fan base. We have a few things in the works which we won’t mention now, but people will soon find out. Between collabs and relationships with companies, some good things are happening. We have shows lined up and with the success of Polos & Solos more are to follow. The new mixtape is in the works so be on the lookout.