EPK: GRADES OF ABSOLUTE TRUTH

"The elements of hip-hop, blues, and soul are set with a foundation of Lupe Fiasco, Sly and the Family Stone, and Stevie Ray Vaughn." -Dallas Observer

"...has filled a void as his style is like no other, while the tracks here are from true life experiences, so each song plays out like a story." -JamSphere.com

"He seems fearless, and that goes a long way..." -D Magazine

"This elementary music teacher hails from Dallas, Texas, and represents The Intelligent South, bringing soulful indie music laced with melodic and poetic lyricism." -Industry All Access

"Grades Of Absolute Truth is a DFW music scene vet. He first caught my eye at an Elements of Hip Hop Show about 15 years ago, and that’s when I became an instant fan. GOAT is a man of many talents- you can hear influences from hip hop, indie, blues, and country..." -KXT 91.7 FM

"...not just something to bob your head to, but to open your mind with." -ArtLoveMagic

"The way he commanded their attention says something about his ability to perform, as well as the quality of music." -TheUrbanAdvocate.com

"Wall to wall with people, their groovy tunes attracted people like flies to honey." -AXS

"...a legitimate force to be reckoned with in the alternative hip-hop genre." -JamSphere.com

Hailing from Dallas, Grades Of Absolute Truth is a soulful indie songwriter with a unique brand of positivity. The elementary school teacher by day embeds conscious lyricism and self-awareness into every calculated move.

With an impressive track record of 7 independent tours and over 750 performances under his belt, he has shared the stage with artists ranging from Lupe Fiasco, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, and B.o.B to Leon Bridges and The Revivalists to Everlast, Mod Sun, and Wax to Whiskey Myers. How’s that for variety?

Thriving in the grey area, G.O.A.T. tends to attract music lovers that “listen to a little bit of everything.” Described as the illegitimate child of promiscuous genres, he draws inspiration from an eclectic mix, including Brother Ali, CeeLo Green, Alice In Chains, Garth Brooks, Counting Crows, and Stevie Ray Vaughan. The diversity is obvious when you dig in. Expect the depth of an introverted poet, the precision of a perfectionist, and the relevance of a leader with an emphasis on concept projects.

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*** Favorite for KXT 91.7 FM's Tiny Cake Contest for Original Song/Video (2019): "Yumminess"

*** Semi-Finalist for Music City SongStar Songwriting Competition (2018): "Her Ear's Eyes"

*** Two Songs Nominated for BEST RAP in the JPF Music Awards (2017): "HearSay" & "Lead"

*** Nominated for BEST LOCAL MUSIC RELEASE by Dallas Observer (2015): the senseless ep