ABOUT ME
Born in southern California.
Gio Martini (a U.S Vet) was known for his love of basketball and music. At the age of 10, this beat-crushing monster was already smashing the drums to hit bands such as Rush, Judas Priest, and Slayer. Later introduced to popular hip-hop artist “Bone Thugs & Harmony” he would experience a new love for the lyrical side of east coast hip hop. From Wutang Clan to Eminem, Big L, and Nas his music library was full of new waves.
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Getting into the rap scene around 2004 Gio experienced a new type of rap sweeping the nation and quit shortly before joining the army. Putting down the mic, he charged into battle! Returning home in 2013 he was saddened to find that rap had lost its roots. Deciding to do something about it Gio Martini took up the pen once again to show the world that rap still exists!
If you were to compare Gio’s sound it would definitely be closest to Kendrick Lamar, and ScHoolboy Q.
“They told me that the game is locked, so I’m breakin in like home invasions.“
Gio Martini
Lyrics still matter!
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Q & A
Wanna know a little bit more?
When did you first start making music? What or who inspired you?
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When I was 14. My friends got me into rap music and kept trying to get me to freestyle. I did one day and realized how stress relieving it was, and I had a talent for it.
If you had to end every post, story, or concert with the same phrase, what would you say?
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They said I would be behind bars, instead, I’m the one with the keys. What do you enjoy the most about making music? Wordplay. I make music for people who like double meanings and storytelling.
Is music something that helps you, if so then how?
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Yes, I have always struggled with severe depression and anger problems. This is my outlet!
What does music mean to you?
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Music keeps me alive. As a kid, I had headphones on 24-7. I still do that now. If we are in the car, no talking, just music.
If you didn’t make music, what would you be doing now?
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I’m a Corrections Officer. I love this job as much as I like making music. So either way, I’m happy.
How do you feel about the music industry of today's times? What would you change about it?
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I feel like 75% of the industry is all about faking. Everyone’s a killer, drug dealer, pimp, and slidin on the ops. I respect real people who talk about what they have actually done or grew up in. Honestly, the only change would be adding me to it all. Let me in and see what I can do!
What would you like to achieve through your music?
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to create a new movement of music. I rap about being a CO, I want country, rock, metal, etc to start being made about it too.
In your own words how would you describe your music and who do you think would enjoy what you make the most?
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My music is all passion. Whether it’s angry, sad, or energetic. I want people to feel me. I’m not a club music person. I’m the get fuckin hyped and bang my shit in your car at a stoplight, or while you are working out the type of rapper.
If you could leave your audience with anything, what would you want them to take from your work?
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It’s all real. Verified. Nothing about it is fake.