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gemneye
» genre:
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» location:
gary scellin
» label: Scellin G Records (my own label)
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Gem-N-Eye
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Gem-N-Eye is a rapper from the St. Louis metro east area. He released his debut album "13 shots and still going" in August of 2002. He followed that with a remix album "13 shots reloaded" in March of 2003. He just released his sophomore album "Welcome To My World" February 24, 2004. Gem-N-Eye's unique style and realness has earned him fans and critics nationwide. He refuses to front and be something he is not. He will not "embellish" his past or try to sound like something he is not. His skill and respect for the hip-hop industry has earned him respect among peers. His realness has earned him fans and critics, and his drive has brought him this far. Gem-N-Eye's old school style with new school beats has given him a sound unique to him. One fan wrote mix Beastie boys, Eminem, Easy E, and Kid Rock together......you got Gem-N-Eye
Why this name?
I actually struggled finding a name. My first rap name was Scrappy G. Then the more serious I got about my music it was cut to "G" In search for the perfect name I went the dictionary. Looked under the letter G and saw gemini meant exceptional one. I showed it to a friend and he suggested I change the spelling. That is how Gem-N-Eye was born.
Do you play live?
I took several months off to complete the "Welcome To My World" project. I will start scheduling shows in the near future.
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
It provides "unsigned" artists an avenue to be heard . Before the internet, artists only hope to be successful was get signed by a big label. Now there are far more opportunities available for us. I think as sites such as sounclick.com gain popularity, the big labels will start to sweat a bit. All we (unsigned artists) need is a national channel that plays our music videos and it'll be on.
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
Yes. Big labels still have the media power to put you in every household in the world. I think boy bands are a prime example. One out of every 30 boy band members actually have talent, but all are laughing on their way to the bank. I want a piece of that pie. I think any artist with talent deserve it.
Your influences?
My musical influences vary. I grew up on everything form heavy metal to old school rap. That is why the music on my songs are so diverse. I respect talent and will listen to anything from country, pop, to rock if the group doesn't suck
Favorite spot?
My favorite spot on earth is on stage in front of a Live crowd. Life gets no better.
Anything else...?
I would like to thank all my fans for their love and support. I appreciate you all. Be sure to buy a copy of "Welcome To My World." Get the first edition. When they go back to the printer I will make changes to the disk and art work. The first edition will be worth more when I blow. Til then holla -Gem-N-Eye