"Who is Big Slim? Why are so many
people talking about him?"
Standing at a towering 6'4, he's
"big" and "slim". This charismatic rap
artist is bringing the heat to the
listening public, with hard-hitting
lyrics that are a reflection of his
personality, Slim's passion and love
for hip-hop paints an entertaining and
vivid picture in his songs. With
compositions that cross between
commerical and underground rap music
lines, Big Slim offers more through
his headstrong realism and
understanding of the rap game. Making
the ideal transition to stir up the
popular culture of hip-hop.
Originally from Pasadena,California.
Slim, has gained a wealth of
experiences through residing in
numerous areas through out the United
States. While completing his high
school degree, Slim's outstanding
abilities gained the attention of
several scouts from surrounding
college basketball teams. Rated one of
the best high school prospects in
California, Slim went on to play for
the Siskiyous junior college
basketball team for 1 year. He then
turned his interests towards shaking
up the hip-hop music industry.
His early efforts included
competing on the 94.9 WILD radio
freestyle competition in San Francisco
and recording his first track titled
"Nothing but a thing" in Oroville,
California. After moving to his
current residence in Hobbema,
Alberta,Canada Slim entered the 2001
Summerjam Freestyle contest winning
the top spot along with a four-song
demo package. While in the process of
recording his demo, his material and
talent made a huge impression on the
producers of Warparty. He was then
offered the opportunity to become a
featured artist under the wing of
Warparty and become the opening act on
their tours across Canada.
During this short one year span
Slim has had the opportunity to
perform alongside such hip-hop acts as
Dj Quik, Mac Mall, Choclair, Baby Blue
Soundcrew, The Shape Shifters, Former
106&Park freestyle champ Bishop, K-OS
and Harpoon Missile. While also
performing at the Telus Ski and
Snowboard festival in 2002.
Through his dedication and
commitment to his music, Big Slim has
gained considerable attention within
the rap/hip-hop scene. Answering his
growing fan base with blazing hip-hop
tracks and the launching of his
Official Web Site.
For booking information contact:
Nate Joyner at (780)-585-2515
or
natetradamus@hotmail.com
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