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Artist Information
Biography
Background
Born and raised in South Central Los Angeles Deon Dirks, A.K.A. Young Grim grew up during the late 80’s and became a fan of hip hop the moment he was introduced to artists and groups such as the Beastie Boys, Fat Boys, LL Cool J, and Run DMC. However, it wasn’t until he heard NWA that he fell in love with hip hop, because NWA spoke to his reality. They gave a voice to what was happening in his neighborhood. It is with that same realism, insight, and objectivity that Grim approaches his music.
Grim has been actively writing and performing for the past 7 years. His career began as part of the Pentagon, a well-known underground rap group. As a member of the group, he gained a very loyal fan base, valuable experience as an artist, and performer. Due to Grim’s excellent musical ability he soon became the lead member. Despite the relative success of the group, Grim felt the need to produce music with greater substance verses primarily focusing on partying and clubbing. After much discussion, he decided to leave the group and began work on his solo career, with the intent to produce music with greater substance. It is with this determination that Grim brings forth his debut album “As Grim As It Gets”.
Music
“Not since the debut of Ice Cube’s Death Certificate has an artist painted a more realistic picture of what life is like in South Central Los Angeles, bringing even more versatility then his predecessors. This is something very few West Coast artists can offer, which is why; I jumped at the chance to work with him”. Exclaims Vic, owner and Cofounder of S&T Records, however, if you ask Grim he’ll be the first to say he has much farther to go and this album puts him on the right path.
No stranger to the ills of South Central, Grim draws from his own experiences of growing up in poverty, and living in a drug infested community, plagued by gang violence, to produce “street bangers” such as Westside, Do My Thang, and I Don’t Wanna Die. But the show doesn’t stop there, Burn Rubber, I’m the Shyt, Hey DJ, and Young Grim, features the type of music that made him a fan favorite.
Critics have already labeled his debut album an underground classic and recent test data backs up the critics claim. Just after 3 days of testing the album for universal appeal, on Black Planet Music (in Partnership with Vibe Magazine) it has been listened to over 930 times. Moreover 86% of comments on the songs were returned with highly favorable ratings.
Performances
Not only is Grim an outstanding artist, but he also has a great stage presence and the ability to headline. Listed below are several locations Grim has played
Venue Location Audience/Draw
Purple Pig Club Alamosa, CO 300
Coconut Tease Hollywood, CA 500-600
Blue Aquvae San Diego, CA 200-300
Club 49 Long Beach, CA 200-300
Irish Pub Torrance, CA 150-200
Knitting Factory Hollywood, CA 400
Civic Center Carson, CA 500
Rhythm Lounge Long Beach, CA 600
ATTENTION: Young Grim is scheduling club tours to promote his debut album. If you are interested in booking Grim, please contact the person below.
Vernail Skaggs
Vic1one@hotmail.com
Ph: 310-426-2244
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Discography
Weclome to tha Pentagon
From Day Light to Night Fall
Getting Rich is A Must
As Grim As it Gets
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Setlist
Cover:
Flow over 50 cent's In da Club beat or Pac's California Luv @ 2minutes
5 tracks @ 20 minutes
Westside
Young Grim
Hey DJ
When we come thru
Do My thang
