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Press
[Rhyme Mind Theory’s] blend of hip hop/funk/Latin music was truly refreshing, led by a great intricate vocalist with great stage presence, as well as nice keyboard and trumpet work. ~ Bob McBlah - Emergenza
…articulate vocals and nice trumpet accent work. They were a very solid band and put on a great show! ~ Bob McBlah (2 May 2006) - Emergenza
[Rhyme Mind Theory] brought a solid funky mix of rhythmic hip hop and Latin-infused rock… ~ Bob McBlah - Emergenza
Discography
Rhyme Mind Theory - Live on 90.1 KSYM RMT - The Lame EP
More recordings coming soon...
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Bio
Starting in October of 2004, RHYME MIND THEORY has quickly become San Antonio's premiere Hip-Hop ensemble that captivates all walks of life. Beginning with core members RHYME MIND THEORY performed relentlessly week after week and developed a consistent fan base. The distinctive RHYME MIND sound began to take shape once percussion and trumpet joined the ensemble.
While essentially Hip-Hop, RHYME MIND THEORY’s distinctive jazz fusion/experimental rock style is influenced by bands such as The Roots, Hieroglyphics, Diggable Planets, Wu Tang Clan, De La Soul, Beastie Boys, Blackstarr, The Doors, Radiohead, Modest Mouse and Wilco. RHYME MIND THEORY’s appreciation for many genres of music gives the band a frighteningly original sound.
LENNOX GONZALEZ is the lead vocalist whose rhythm and rhyme embodies RHYME MIND THEORY. Since childhood, music has influenced and shaped his life. The sounds of artists such as The Roots, Mos Def, Del, Jurassic 5 and more are inspirations for Lennox today.
DAVE WADE, the guitar player that keeps his cool, contributes his gift on the strings to the group. He has performed with… before joining forces with RHYME MIND THEORY. Influenced by… Dave keeps the hip-hop rocking.
Bassist ADAM “Woody” WADE holds the groove of the group and keeps it funky. Playing bass since…, he has performed with… in the …area. Influenced by… Woody is the commander of the groove.
Drummer ROBERT SIERRA has been feeling the hip-hop beat with Lennox since 2004. Influences include … Robert’s feel of the beat and stroke of the sticks have played a major role in RHYME MIND THEORY’s original sound.
On trumpet is JUAN GUERRA, the man who knows how to blow. Juan keeps it jazzy with the trumpet and experimental with with his signature vocal effects. Juan has performed with bands such as The Blend?... Although influenced by a wide variety of talents, Juan gives credence to artists such as …
JASON “Deli” MCKEE on percussion fills out the sound and contributes to RHYME MIND THEORY’s rhythm. He has played with … in the … area. His influences include …He continues to develop RHYME MIND THEORY’s sound with his characteristic slaps on the skins.
On the keyboard is TONY SANTANA. Tony expands the sound with his melodic and creative style. Before joining RHYME MIND THEORY, he has played with … His influences include …
List of venues RHYME MIND THEORY has performed collectively:
Broadway 5050 – San Antonio, TX
The Bitter End – San Antonio, TX
Rebar – San Antonio, TX
Revolution Room – San Antonio, TX
Jack’s Patio Bar – San Antonio, TX
Limelight – San Antonio, TX
White Rabbit – San Antonio, TX
Crabby Jack’s – San Antonio, TX
Oasis Lounge – San Antonio, TX
Troubadour Saloon – Austin, TX
Fuse – Laredo, TX
Executive Surfclub – Corpus Christi, TX
The musicians in RHYME MIND THEORY have opened up for national acts including:
Spoonfed Tribe
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