GERALD G Monsta Entertainment
Austin, TX | Established. Jan 01, 2003 | INDIE
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AUSTINAMERICANSTATEMAN
March 13, 2008
Austin MC Gerald G killed it with sharp verses over a spare beat from Rapid Ric - we need to hear more from that guy. - AUSTIN AMERICAN STATESMAN
AUSTIN360
2007
Gerald G. is Mr. 512” available on his Web site as a free download. Go get yours!
Public Offenders, Gerald G (hip-hop/rap) Two of the great hopes for the next generation of hip-hop in Austin. - AUSTIN 360
OCT 27,2006
" lyrical whirlwind Gerald G laces "I'm a Beast" with a dash of wicked, double-timed flow,
February 2, 2007
"Forever Johnny-on-the-spot, Austin's Rapid Ric caught wind of Gerald G's genius a full 10 seconds before offering him a seat on the Whut It Dew Family couch"
March 1, 2007
"East Austin artists Gerald G, portrays his neighborhood travails as the vehicle he drives in forming a powerful artistic statement."
March 16, 2007
"The rising tide of tongue-twisting freestyle-champion Gerald G gains momentum with the recent online release of Ric's tsunami of a Mr. 512 mix."
April 27, 2007
"The effervescence of Austin crown jewels Gerald G"
August 28, 2007
"Tomorrow night, Club 311 (311 E. Sixth St.) hosts a two-year Hurricane Katrina anniversary show and benefit with a stellar lineup of performers, including Gerald G, East 35, V.I.P., the Culprit, Vice & Mic Trey, Goliath, SoBlaqq, Mike Money, Sincere, Two Brothers, Stacy Russell, Philliez Beatz, and D-Ray.
February 12, 2008
"I’m a friend and fan of Gerald G and Chalie Boy, so I love seeing them."
March 7, 2008
"Gerald G, putting "the hood on the map.Possibly Austin's most dexterous MC, flips tongue-twisting labyrinths of double-timed venom."
November 27, 2009
"What's Really Hood? (Monsta Entertainment). It's what you'd expect from the man dubbed Mr. 512 – pristine lyricism and plenty of heat"
March 12, 2010
"Some of Texas' biggest rappers, including Z-Ro and Gerald G."
May 13, 2011
Whut It Dew: The Album (Dew Music Group)
Even before he left Austin for Houston, DJ Rapid Ric and his Whut It Dew mixtapes served as some of the strongest links between the two cities' hip-hop scenes.The Album's foremost contributor: local twista Gerald G, who spits lightning-quick on "All About My Change" and teams with Lil' Flip and Da Ryno for disc highlight "Trunk Got the Beat." - AUSTIN CHRONICLE
Discography
Parkin Lot Pimpin-New Single ft. Dorrough,Boosie,Chalie Boy
Radio Play in Texas ,Cali,N.O,an Overseas
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Bio
Gerald G was born in Compton, California, yet moved to Austin’s historic Eastside when he was merely 4 years old.Gerald G established Monsta Entertainment in 2003 as his self-owned vehicle for business ventures done on his own terms
In February 2007, he released his mixtape Mr 512, expressing the full extent of his narrative talent, garnering critical acclaim. That same month he was nominated for "Mixtape of the Year", "Artist of the Year" and "Video of the Year. Gerald G previously released several mixtapes, including "Whats Really Hood",with Dj Rapid Ric and Texas 2 Cali,with Dj Grip. He also has had guest appearances from major recording artist, Chamillionaire, Mr Fab, Dorrough, Lil Boosie, Chalie Boy, Bun B, Fonzworth Bentley and T-Pain. He is a frequent collaborator with all artists. In March 2007, Gerald G opened for Slim Thug and UGK at SXSW in Austin Tx.In December 2008, Gerald G co-headlined with Trick Trick and Ice Cube.
In 2009, Gerald G opened for Bun B, Lil Wayne, Z-Ro, UGK and the Grammy award winning Three 6 Mafia.He also was chosen to record a Intro for Austin's radio statio 93.9, which played everyday at 3pm. In March 2010, Gerald G opened for Killer Mike, Rick Ross, David Banner an Nipsey Hustle.
He was also nominated for "Artist of the Year" and "Best Collaboration" that year. In 2011,
Gerald G became the First Local artist to open at the Frank Erwin Center in Austin Tx, alongside of major label artist: Kreayshawn, Fabulous and Neyo.
In 2012,Gerald G also performed along side Twista,Big Sean and 2 Chains,
Slated to be released in 2012 by Monsta Entertainment , Gerald G's Album "I AM Mr. 512" guarantees to impress all! With road shows, multiple wig-splitting appearances, and yet another breath-taking Single: "Parking Lot Pimpin" feat. Dorrough, Lil Boosie & Chalie Boy.
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