G-B.A.L.L.
Chicago, Illinois, United States | Established. Jan 01, 2009 | SELF
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The best of Chi-Town’s up and comers showed their skills last week @ Club E
A self proclaimed representative of Chicago’s crime rhyme wave, G-Ball definitely embodied the streets more than any of the other contestants of the night with his slick speech and matter of fact delivery style. - The Source Magazine
After just one week after placement of the long awaited mixtape titled The Forgotten Volume 1, on Dat Piff a free download website where artist can showcase their lyrical ability and skills, Greg "G-BALL" Frazier has reached the number 1 spot according to legendary DJ Pool Rap Attack Lives headed by DJ Nasty Nes, who has a history of breaking legendary artists music from Snoop Dogg, to Sir Mix-A-Lot and his debut single Baby Got Back which is a classic today!
The mixtape features some flavor for all coasts, and all cultures of music. This CD will take you on a wild and exciting ride and will have you wanting more and more from this great artist, who is also a songwriter, producer, and engineer.
Tracks such as: "Presidential Flow" where G-Ball displays his professional writing and delivery skills to the max! "Borrowed Time" will leave you appreaciating life, songs like Break You Down will inspire you to conquer the world abroad. The mixtape also features a special song titled 1 Of A Kind produced by super producer Just Blaze in which G-BALL literally pulled away from all negative doubters.
If I had to sum up this mixtape in one word or less I would say Classic! I can't wait to hear the next volume and other compositions from this gifted recording artist, as stated in the song 1 Of A Kind, G-Ball is what the game has been missing! I will go as far to say legendary artists like Jay-Z can go ahead and retire if he chooses to because G-BALL is here to stay and ready to make his mark in the music business and in society as a humanitarian and future ICON!
G-Ball has a song that pretty much sums up his arrival on the hip-hop scene and it is titled Here Now, come acquaint yourself to a legendary MC in the making.
The Forgotten Mixtape Volume 1 is available on this link feel free to copy and paste.
http://www.datpiff.com/G-BALL-The_Forgotten_Volume_1-mixt...
More information on G-Ball or for bookiings, drops, etc can be found on www.Damgent.com
Music Chart Link
http://www.rapattacklives.com/conferencecall_479.htm
Enjoy! - PRLOG
This week’s hot new artist comes from our very own roster. Not only is G-B.A.L.L the first artist to be managed by V20Live but he recently won 1st place at the Coast 2 Coast Music Industry Mixer | Chicago Edition on August 23, 2012.
G-B.A.L.L stands for ‘Growing Beyond All Life’s Limitations’ which in our opinion is a great message to represent.
Last week we caught up with G-B.A.L.L on V20Radio where we learned more about his music, upcoming projects, and future endeavours.
Despite his battle with gangs, drugs, and violence G-B.A.L.L has decided to pave an alternate route to promote his musical talents. Taking excerpts from life experiences combined with clever word play he has created a platform for him to excel fairly quickly in the rap industry.
We at V20 Live invite you to check out his latest singles “Making Moves” & “Get Ghost” as well as the video to his single “Hottest”, directed by Open World Films below. We’re already huge fans of his work over here, after listening to his music, we are sure the feeling will be mutual. - V20Live
Artist Stage Name: G-B.A.L.L.
Contact Info: email-SeriousSoundEnt.Chi@gmail.com phone-773-368-8578 (management-Marshawn Crump)
Social Media: Facebook Fan Page: Facebook.com/GBALL10
Twitter: @GBallSSEDAMG
Official Website: http://gballdamg.wix.com/site
Jango Airplay: http://www.jango.com/music/G+B+A+L+L+HipHop+
YouTube page: Youtube.com/serioussoundent
Booking Contact: Dante Chestnut Sr. email-ATRUDAMG@gmail.com phone-414-687-3940
Q: TELL US ABOUT WHERE UR FROM AND WHAT COMPANY U REPRESENT?
A: I am from the south side of Chicago & I represent D.A.M.G. Ent. & Serious Sound Ent.
Q:HOW HAS UR UPBRINGING IMPACTED UR MUSIC?
A: Well my upbringing wasn't the worst but it wasn't the best either. I've been around music my whole life, my grandfather was a jazz drummer also my mother and aunts used to sing. But it was growing up in Chicago where I saw a lot of negative things and that's what I wanted to shed light on in my music, while also attempting to affect the listener in a positive way.
Q:HOW WOULD DESCRIBE YOUR STYLE OF MUSIC IN 1 WORD?
A: VERSATILE
Q: ARE U WORKING ON ANY NEW ALBUMS OR MIXTAPES? ANY FEATURES?
A: Yes I'm working on my new mixtape titled "The Forgotten Vol.2" and an album titled "Work 2 Do". As far features my managers and I have been reaching out to several artist trying to get some things together.
Q: ARE U INTERESTED IN OBTAINING A MAJOR LABEL DEAL OR INDEPENDENT?
A: For right now I would like to remain independent until me and my team decide I'm ready for a major label deal.. But if the majors want to make deal it would have to not only be lucrative, but set up where I am catapulted toward massive success.
Q: WHAT'S THE BEST WAY FOR PEOPLE TO CONTACT YOU?
A: The best ways to reach me is email: SeriousSoundEnt.Chi@gmail.com and ATRUDAMG@gmail.com or Twitter DM: @GBallSSEDAMG and @ShawnDSSE
Promotional Bio:
The Highlights of my career so far are being on Chicago's 107.5 WGCI's Download or Delete and getting an above 90% Download. Ranking Top 10 on the RapAttackLives.com Top 40. And Meeting my managers Marshawn Crump and Dante Chestnut Sr. because without them I wouldn't be where I am today - Hip Hop Stardom 101 Volume 2 Issue #3 Topic of Discussion / Summertime Grind Edition RANSOM Cover
Who is G-B.A.L.L.?
I am growth, struggle, confidence, and truth. I am someone that real hip hop lovers will want to hear while still appealing to the younger generation.
How’d you got started in the music scene?
I got started at a young age, 13 to be exact, I was influenced by my older brother to write and produce music. Also my grandfather was a jazz drummer, and I enjoyed watching him perform. I Also have to give some credit to both my managers, Marshawn Crump and Dante Chestnut. Marshawn saw potential in me and got me out performing, bringing me to the attention of Dante. Dante got has been getting me into the public conscious.
What’s the story behind your artist’s name?
The name G-B.A.L.L. just started from what my peers would call me back where I grew up, but when I decided get into music I added a meaning to it. G-B.A.L.L. stands for G-rowing B.eyond A.ll L.ifes L.imitations
What’s your music influences?
My musical influences are 2pac, Biggie, L.L. cool J, Jay-z, Nas, Twista, Ludacris, T.I., Dr. Dre, Mobb Deep. Along with some old school stuff like Otis Redding, Marvin Gaye, and Stevie Wonder. I try to draw some influence from any music I hear and enjoy.
So tell us more about your upcoming new music video and song.
Right now we have the upcoming single Hottest ready for release along with the video for that single. Also we’re in the process of shooting for my single Get Ghost. Shout out to Open World Films and Will Gates.
What has been the funniest moment you have been or took part of while touring?
Well after a show I did in New York I was hanging out with my manager, Marshawn Crump. We spent the whole night, being Libras, arguing about the nuances of different comedy movies. It was hilarious drinking High Life and Patron and arguing about Don’t Be A Menace.
What’s your method at the time of writing a song?
6 pack Miller High Life, a red light, and memories of the past and present.
Are there any plans for the future?
Well as far as future plans go my main goal is to be heard, don’t get me wrong fortune and fame would be great but I have something to say and want to be heard. After that I’ll kind of try dabbling in different things entertainment wise.
Where can we find more about your music?
You can find my music on YouTube at youtube.com/serioussoundent, also in all the digital music stores, on my official website http://gballdamg.wix.com/site, and also on my management’s website Damgent.com/artist.
Do you feel you are moving on the right direction?
I feel I’m moving in the right direction, my fanbase is increasing and I feel my music is on par with the upper tier of mainstream artist. It’s like I can see Mr. Opportunity walking to my door and I’m just waiting for him to knock. - VENTS Magazine
Discography
The Young Vet - Album 2009
The Forgotten Vol. 1 - Mixtape 2012
The Forgotten Vol. 2 - Mixtape 2013
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G-B.A.L.L. residing from the south side of chicago is a proven fact that life is hard but, if you have the drive and determination, its possible to accomplish life's dreams. While growing up on the south side of chicago, G-B.A.L.L. life was put to the ultimate test. Through his earlier years to now, he has dealt with a lot of life's hardships. From gang activity to drugs, along with other street known ways, G-B.A.L.L.'s life was headed down a path of darkness. After losing his greatest inspiration (G-B.A.L.L Grandfather), the upcoming emcee was crushed. WIth his grandfather being a great jazz drummer and the reason he has a passion for music, G-B.A.L.L. made sure that he kept a close bond with music. With the passing of his grandfather being a hard time for him, it seemed that life became worse as time progressed. Continuing his life in the streets of Chicago, lead to a path of negativity. After brutal deaths of close friends and family members and a near death experience himself, G-B.A.L.L knew it was time for a change.
After a tough r-evaluation of life, G-B.A.L.L. decided it was time to get his life together. G-B.A.L.L decided to get back to his passion of music and enrolled in Columbia College majoring in Audio Arts & Acoustics. Columbia College soon became to expensive for the young emcee. This lead him to enroll at the Music Industry Workshop, where he received a certificate in music business. After receiving his certificate, the upcoming rap artist decided that it was time to take his chance at the music industry.
As this young aspiring rap artist started to take music in a more serious matter, G-B.A.L.L. started to create many bangers that's sure to gain the attention of any crowd thats around. The young artist is the talk of many from the work that he has done. This Chicago native has opened up for chart topping artists such as Cyhi da Prynce, Red Cafe', Mickey Factz, Masta Ace, Y.P., Mikkey Halsted, and Kid Daytona. He recently has advanced to the top 15 in the Chicago region of the "Coors Search for the Coldest" competition. G-B.A.L.L. is also a winner of The Source Magazine and Who's Poppin Chicago Showcase. Also, this artist is know for performing a several charitable events showing love and support to those that have major illnesses. And he has been featured on 107.5 WGCI's download or deleted. As this artist strives to become the best, his vision are know to be straight forward in the path of positivity and success. This humble emcee will soon be one to blow. WIth his music and story improving as the days grow old, G-B.A.L.L is gaining the experience, and learning what it takes to become a professional know emcee. This is an artist to keep a sure eye open for.
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