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City: DALLAS
State: Texas
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Monday, September 10, 2007 

Category: Music
 Remix 32793-tiny GOAT w/Blue Scholars29675-tiny

GOAT is currently competing in a "Blue Scholars" Remix Competition. Please take a minute to vote for GOAT – if he wins, it'll be AWESOME exposure. Follow these simple directions:

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3) Go HERE and click on "Add to Favorites" in the upper right-hand corner to vote for GOAT.
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Saturday, September 08, 2007 

Category: Music

LIT MONTHLY: dj three6t feat. G.O.A.T. – Dallas Got Next

DJ three6t is having a release party and this one is special. Making it unique are two things: 1) he's got some nice mixes and an up-front billing on a new disc with G.O.A.T. and 2) he just busted the chains of the Dallas penal system. That's a release! And though it's nearly impossible to outshine the lyrical wizardry of G.O.A.T., three6t does a great job. He samples the gamut of old school in multiple genres – from Chi Lites to Ozzy Osbourne – and drops them in just the right spots. The duo's mastery of sexy-sultry grooves and lyrics shine on "Drivin' Me Wild" and "Oh Girl," but it's G.O.A.T.'s slide into the "black" side that really intrigues. From the "In Tha Club" bangin' of opener "Dallas Got Next" to booty grinders "Need Visine" and "Another Round," this disc is much more ruff 'n tuff than their debut. Fans of G.O.A.T.'s past mixtapes will still find plenty of his standby freaky-funky style ("On Our Grind") and alcohol references. Lastly, the lyrics are stellar, of course, but dig on the straight talk of "I'm An Educator" and "The Last Laugh" and you'll learn that, in this incarnation, G.O.A.T. ain't playin'.

-LIT MONTHLY (September 2007)

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Friday, September 07, 2007 

Category: Music

BEST LIVE SHOWS OF 2006 (D/FW)

1) Dramarama - Granada

2) G.O.A.T. - Club Clearview

3) Odis - Tomcats

4) Slunt - Reno's

5) Major Issues - O'Riley's

-HARDER BEAT (December 2006/January 2007-Vol. 14-No. 7-Issue 154)

 

 

FIVE TO SEE LIVE - With Ayo (hosts The Edge of Night on KDGE-FM (102.1), weeknights from 6 to 10) - Club Clearview (CD Release Party For "Absolute Truth"), 8/26/06

"3. G.O.A.T.: Backed by dj three6t and sporting a new CD release, this set will be all hip-hop and electronic, with brain-candy lyrics.  Saturday night at Club Clearview."

-QUICK...a product of THE DALLAS MORNING NEWS (Thursday, August 24, 2006)

 

 

GOAT - Curtain Club (Finals: Battle of the Bands), 5/19/06

"I normally run my P.A. at about 103db during shows.  When the audience screamed for you, my meter hit 107.9db!!!  I have never seen a club response that loud in my 20 years of running sound.  And that's with the crowd NOT facing the reference mic!!!  Very cool!!!

Much respect,
James (Soundman for Curtain Club)"

-JIMMY McMILLIONS OF glASSpack (Myspace Message-May 2006)

 

 

GOAT - Club Copasetic (Deep Ellum Arts Festival), 4/7/06

"Baaaaaah!  GOAT (Grades of Absolute Truth) brought a young vibe and late nineties groove to the palette.  Inspiring people to better beliefs and old memories is a powerful combination that always makes you happy inside.  Not too often is inspiration a source for Hip-Hop...kind of refreshing isn't it?"

-COPASETIC BALLYHOO (Myspace Blog-April 2006)

 

 

G.O.A.T., Odis - What? Bar, 3/23/06

"...Lower Greenville's What? Bar got to see two of Dallas' hottest acts.  Rapper G.O.A.T. (and dj three6t) wowed the crowd with brilliant beats, scratches, rhymes, and personality.  Whether singing about the wonders of alcohol on "Count Me N" or dedicating a sweet tune to his mother (in attendence), G.O.A.T.'s messages were solid...Successful live music events are creeping into a new neighborhood.  Catch either of these quality, original acts around town."

-HARDER BEAT (April 2006-Vol. 13-No. 11-Issue 147)

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Thursday, September 06, 2007 

Current mood:  accomplished
Category: Music

Bryan Farrish Radio Promotion CD Review: GOAT's "Absolute Truth"

Hip-Hop with rock ideals making for a very concrete and catchy collection of songs. GOAT produces hard driven beats accompanied by a very tangible voice and lyrical flow. Sharing a similarity to "Aesop Rocks" ability to unravel a story told with nonstop rhyme schemes and very interesting lyrical phrasing. The songs are catchy with an ability to selectively pick the correct areas to produced vocal hooks for the choruses.

Tr. 4 Hollowed LUV – Heavy introduction with a great piano line leading into a great flow eventually taking you into a catchy chorus.

Tr. 5 Toxic Tears – Wonderful acoustic guitar and synth violin accompanied by a very interesting beat, taking you through a very good vocal melody line for its chorus.

Tr. 15 Reflections – Dark and dismal beat and melody with Goat leading you through a story of hard partied nights and the after math producing its effects on its victims.

-Damon Kellard



TEXASGIGS.COM CD Review: GOAT's "Absolute Truth"

By Erin Rice

There is something to be said for learning and studying one's craft. Local hip-hop artist, GOAT (which stands for Grades of Absolute Truth), who has recently released his full length, solo album entitled Absolute Truth, holds a Bachelor of Music degree from the University of North Texas, with a concentration in classical voice. Anyone familiar with music education in the United States knows that UNT has one of the premier music programs covering a broad spectrum of study. Those who take the time to check out Absolute Truth will be treated to GOAT's passion for and knowledge of his profession.

The theme of alcohol pervades throughout the entirety of Absolute Truth, including a playful reference in the title (think Citron, Raspberri, Mandarin… there you go). The listener, however, is not underwhelmed with countless trite party references. Instead, GOAT covers several situations where alcohol can play a role, including at the party, in the bedroom, and even the tragedies that can occur when mixed with driving. Heavily infusing this theme of alcohol and excess into the entire album may make it difficult for most artists to differentiate between songs, but for GOAT the task is easily met. Each of his songs takes on its own distinct flavor, pulling from varied musical and lyrical sources.

According to GOAT, he is influenced by musicians like Talib Kweli, Brandon Boyd of Incubus, and Stevie Ray Vaughn, as well as the poet Edgar Allen Poe. When paying close attention to the Absolute Truth one can hear GOAT's varied influences given voice. The album starts off with the sounds and voices typical of a bar setting, which lead into the first track, "Count Me N," sure to be a frat party favorite across DFW colleges as the album gains in popularity. Then in "Hollowed LUV," GOAT steps out of the hip-hop mold and breaks it down with a furious, rock-inspired passion that I haven't seen from this genre in far too long. GOAT later brings in an early 90's groove with the track entitled "Sexual Playgrounds," featuring Stacia McNeil, which is reminiscent of L.L. Cool J's old favorite "Doin' It." Creepy factoid: a simple Google search reminded me that L.L. Cool J came out with an album entitled G.O.A.T. in 2000. Coincidence? Ok yeah, probably, but I can speculate.

What struck me the most about this album were its depth and its ability to transcend musical and artistic genres. From hip-hop lovers, to rock enthusiasts, to spoken-word poets, most everyone will be able to find something to appreciate in Absolute Truth.

-TEXASGIGS.COM (November 14, 2006 - Texas Gigs CD Review: "Absolute Truth")


HIP SIDE: GOAT - Absolute Truth, J R Griffith Music Publishing

"Dallas-based producer, musician, and MC, GOAT, brings a different and complex approach to hip hop.  The disc begins amidst the clatter of jubilant voices and talk within a bar setting---before GOAT extols the virtues of libation in "Count Me In."  Mystical and classical violin sounds, humor, self-analysis and tight rhymes emanate throughout.  The theme focuses on alcohol, but does not simply glorify it.  Instead, the good times had while imbibing are offset with the consequences of drunk driving. The ear-gasmic eroticism of the duet "Sexual Playgrounds" has an R&B flavor that drips with anticipated carnality, while hidden track "...173" begins with a melancholy piano solo and lyrics that seek to reconnect with a dearly-departed friend.  Absolute Truth successfully combines musicianship and lyrical content through modern sound, and listening to it is time well spent.  (Brian Carr)"

-HARDER BEAT (September 2006-Vol. 14-No. 5-Issue 152)

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Sunday, August 27, 2006 

Current mood:  accomplished
Category: Music
For those of you that came out to support my CD Release Party, THANK YOU SOOOO MUCH!!!  It was an amazing evening that I will never forget .  Everyone considered it a HUGE SUCCESS - 300+ people through the door, hella merch sold, lots-o-alcohol, much positive feedback, beautiful vibes, and many smiles!!!  It was a pleasure to spend the night with this crowd and share the stage with 3 of the most talented bands Dallas, Texas has to offer----ONE UP, ODIS, and (NEV.R.LAND).  I have deep roots with each act and faith in each of them also.

And...to my brother, dj three6t, you're my dawg!  Thank you for havin' my back!  We're in this together until it goes down homie!  DALLAS GOT NEXT!!!
 

"ABSOLUTE TRUTH" was and is an incredible journey into myself.  It was a 4-year long struggle, but is finally completed.  This piece of me was birthed to the public on Saturday, August 26th, 2006.  I hope you enjoy the product...
 
Special Shout-Outs go to: Mark and Tre of Zen Music Group, Mat, Selvin, and Chad of Copasetic Ballyhoo, the crew at Club Clearview, dj three6t, One Up, Odis, (Nev.r.land), Los and Dustin of D&B Energy Photography, Matt Carter, Sniper Entertainment, everyone that helped promote, and YOU!!!  I truly appreciate your support!!!  MUCH LUV AND R.E.S.P.E.C.T.

 
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Saturday, May 20, 2006 

GOAT & dj three6t WON the Finals for the Gorilla Productions Battle of the Bands on Friday, May 19 at the Curtain Club.  Much love to the bands that performed with us - we had a great time!

They received $500, 20 hours of studio time, and a submission to a Major Label.  Does this mean that GOAT & dj three6t rocked it???  If you were there, you know the answer to that, but what it definitely means is that they have THE BEST FANS IN THE WORLD!!!  They won it for us - WE LOVE YALL TO THE FULLEST EXTENT!!!  THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT - YOU ARE APPRECIATED!!!  WE COULDN'T MAKE IT WITHOUT YOU!!!

GOAT - Curtain Club (Finals: Battle of the Bands), 5/19/06

"I normally run my P.A. at about 103db during shows.  When the audience screamed for you, my meter hit 107.9db!!!  I have never seen a club response that loud in my 20 years of running sound.  And that's with the crowd NOT facing the reference mic!!!  Very cool!!!

Much respect,
James (Soundman for Curtain Club)"

-JIMMY McMILLIONS OF glASSpack (Myspace Message-May 2006)

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Monday, May 01, 2006 

Category: Music
GOAT & dj three6t have the equipment to provide entertainment at your house party. Send a message for more information.

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