Matt G Joins 2011 Lineup

Hip-hop artists effectively recognize that the industry is not just about the music, the music is about engaging fans at the deepest level. Matt G is one of Austin’s greatest hip-hop recording artists; pushing that opportunity to connect with a new wave of writing, producing, and creativity.

Born in Midland, Texas, Matt G had developed his poetic and creative writing skills since childhood. His imaginative and narrative nature drive his music with a point of view drawn from his experiences in small-town America. His memories don’t consist of the stereotypical life on the streets of a metropolitan American city; rather, small West Texas with it’s familiar adolescent mischief.

“I was always a good writer. English was one of my strongest subjects, though I was capable of advancing at most everything. I always had great rhythm and am one helluva dancer (if I do say so myself). And though I’d been free-styling at parties since I was 16, I wasn’t much of a battle rapper and saw it mainly as a hobby. I tried to write raps from time to time prior to now, but never thought of it as a possible career.”

His need to connect with the listener on a deep emotional level is what fuels his fans’ continuous need for more of his music. Influences derive from song-writers in all genres of music including 2pac, Outkast, Michael Jackson, Prince, Notorious B.I.G, Eminem, Nas, Ice Cube, Talib Kweli, Mos Def, Rakim, Bob Marley, Jimmy Hendrix, Bob Dylan, The Beatles, Boyz II Men, The Rolling Stones, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and even Elton John.

We’re excited to have Matt G join the 2011 concert on August 20th. His influences, messages, and passion complement the fantastic show we expect Red Alert and ensure Steiner’s most exciting concert yet! You can follow Matt G on Facebook and learn more at MattGMuzik.com