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Hed-pe and Strata-G "Raise Hell" LIve 2/24/13 @POP's Night Club

Hed-pe :The band was formed by Vocalist Jared Gomes, also known as "M.C.U.D." (MC Underdog),[1] and guitarist Wes Geer, who became friends amidst the Orange County hardcore punk scene.[2] Gomes and Geer recruited guitarist Chizad, bassist Mawk, drummer B.C. Vaught and DJ Product © 1969. They named the group "Hed", which stands for "higher education".[3] The band built a following with their energetic performances at local venues,[2] and released the self-financed extended play, Church of Realities. Legal issues forced Hed to change their name, adding "PE", which stood for "Planet Earth".[1][3]

Hed PE signed with Jive Records, releasing their self-titled debut album in 1997.[4] In his review of the album, Allmusic's Steve Huey wrote "There are some slow and/or unfocused moments [...] but overall, its aggression will probably play well with late-'90s metal and punk fans."[5] Due to the label's contractual terms and the disappointing sales of the album, the band found themselves unable to repay the cash advances given to them by Jive. Gomes is quoted as saying "We had these romantic visions of the music industry, and we thought it would be cool to be a punk band on a rap label. So we fulfilled that dream, but it was also probably the worst thing that could have happened. [...] We've had offers from Sony and others that we can't take because we owe Jive so much money."[6]

Strata-G:Strata-G, Born in St. Louis Missouri in the heart of the Midwest. With a name derived from the word strategy that professes the meaning behind this urban underground artist. Taking a strategic approach to the music industry and his own career to date this prolific artist has grown from all genre's of music and has set forth to stand out as an original artist looking to make a name for himself based on the simple idea that being true to real music and your fans will give you longevity in an industry that has become infested with one hit wonders. With this relentless approach, Strata-G has set forth to stand as an individual and continues to bring his creative techniques to the ears, eyes, and minds of the underground fan base built on originality. For years Strata-G has captivated crowds starting even at his earliest beginnings as a D.J. in the streets of St. Louis which lead him to becoming an MC. Not to forget his efforts in the local rock scene starting band's and hip-hop group's for his need of self-expression. Currently focusing all his determination to his solo career, Strata-G is dedicated to his music and fans. Doing shows, and touring with the likes of Ice-T, Tech N9ne, (hed) p.e., DGAF, Mower, Dirtball, Potluck, Big B, Blaze ya dead homie, ABK, Prozak, Sub Noize Souljaz, Paul Wall, AMB,ICP and many many others. During which he's always recording fresh material, stetting standards that have established him, and made him stand out in a genera diluted with so-called "artists". This is an MC that won't be taken lightly. With dedication and perseverance driving him, pushing the limits of creativity in hip-hop and rock, and tearing up stages. He's using his rhymes as a vehicle to drive his thoughts, feelings and self-expression. This dedicated musician will forever be an "Icon of the underground".

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