Dot Matrix
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Genre: Rap / Hip-Hop
Sound description: Smart rhymes laid over raw live musicianship
RIYL: Nappy Roots, Spoonfed Tribe
Formed: 2001
City: Dallas, TX
Web site: http://www.dotmatrix.tv
Comprised of seven different members with seven different backgrounds, Dot Matrix came together at the end of 2001 after years of the members toying around with other bands. Lyric is the classic emcee with a buttery smooth style that makes the music sound like music. Anonimis is the free spirited lyricist with an intelligent metaphorical flow. Mike is your entertainingly energetic vocalist emcee that guarantees an enjoyable show. Justin is laid back cool with the purpose of laying down the funky bassline. Harper has it down with his signature sax riffs that always send the crowd into hysterics. Josh is oh so nice and precise on the drums with style rhythm unmatched by few. Last in the line up, but first on the cuts placed in the right place at the right time is Bryan X. It does not get any better than this.
The seven member crew immediately hit the ground running when Dallas area night spots were requesting their artistic presence faster than the guys could get in a good rehearsal. Inciting an instant party atmosphere with every performance, Dot Matrix continuously left venues, die hard fans and new admirers of their craft wanting more.
Through 2001 and 2003, the guys played over 82 shows including opening for the Beatnuts, Nappy Roots, Pimpadelic and Spoonfed Tribe. Dot Matrix ignited the crowds at the ASA Mobile Skate Park Series, The Taste of Dallas Festival, North Texas New Music Festival, Dallas Music Festival and Texas-OU Weekend 2003. The guys also made their mark at The COZ Records Showcase and signed a publishing contract with ACM Records. The crowning achievement was being nominated for and winning the 2003 and the 2004 Dallas Observer Music Award for Best Rap/Hip Hop Artist.
Information from the band's site
Musicians
- Lyric "Lord Regal": rapper
- Mike G: rapper
- Anonimis: rapper
- Harper: saxophone
- Justin Pate: bass
- Q: drums
- Bryan X: turntables
Albums
No Questions
Released 2003
Saturated Phat
Released 2001
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ch0 Anonymous
This band has been a FIXTURE in DFW for YEARS. They won those awards through HARD WORK, PERSEVERANCE, and DEDICATION, in the face of all their haters. I salute them.
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