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[.:Biography:.]

[SIGN: Aries...April 10, 1976]
[FAVORITE FOODS: grilled chicken, shrimp, pasta.]
[FEMALE INTEREST: Nice toned body and looks, who's funny, someone who's honest, respectful, caring & loveable, someone who's sexy on the inside as well as the outside. I'm a feet person, I love pretty toes. She has to be understanding & know what she wants out of life. A strong independent woman. Women have been abused & disrespected for too long. We felt that it was our duty to speak on this. Love & respect is all a woman needs. What makes a man think beating his wife or girlfriend changes them? We take them for granted. Without women there will be no us. We would have no mates. Respect our women like we respect our mothers. They are promised to us tomorrow. Let's learn to respect each other..... It's not too hard, we need wach other. No man or woman should be alone. With god in our lives nothing can go wrong.]
[GI we all know its very hard to go on without your best friend, but I know that you and Shazam have the strength to keep H~Town alive and keep bringng us more music of love and respect and honor. We patiently await the arrival of the new cd and the solo cds as well as more concerts. Keep your head up and look to the future with promise and belief that everything will turn out fine and as they should. You know its a very tough road but I have faith that you guys will make it and continue to bring forth music that will touch our hearts,our souls and our lives.]















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QUESTION....... Will GI do a solo album and will Shazam do another solo album?
GI'S ANSWER.....Yes maybe later we'll both do solos but it will be on the same cd, that way we're not each others competition and still be on the road together. Also, look out for a H-Town greatest hits cd, maybe next year.

QUESTION......... What is GI and Shazam doing/planning?

GI'S ANSWER.....Writing and coming with deals for the next cd.

QUESTION...... Will H-Town collaborate with other artists...hip-hop or R&B?

GI'S ANSWER.....We have a couple of collabs on this record with their sister, Zapp and two other unknown artists.

QUESTION...... Is H-Town producing and writing songs for other music artists?

GI'S ANSWER.....I'm doing a lot of writing for other artists and producing my first act "VOLUME",a R&B male trio also from Houston.

QUESTION..... Is H-Town working with Stick and Devante?

GI'S ANSWER....Not at the moment. Maybe on the next cd.

QUESTION..... Does H-Town have any tour dates/ locations?

GI'S ANSWER....Touring in the Fall tba we're just doing small dates 'till then.

QUESTION..... What happened to the Artists listed on the back of Ladies Edition Album?

GI'S ANSWER.....Didn't work out.

QUESTION..... Who is producing H-Town's new album?

GI'S ANSWER......Some songs were produced by Dino and some by Pat Rodriquez and Goldfinger.

QUESTION....... What is the title of the New CD?

GI'S ANSWER....."Imitations of Life"

QUESTION......Will the New cd be out in the summer or the fall?

GI'S ANSWER.....It will be out the Fall, in August.

QUESTION..... What inspired H-Town to pursue a music career?

GI'S ANSWER.....Hmmmmm, a lot of things, let's just say for the love of music.

QUESTION.... Does GI have sisters and brothers, if so what are their ages and are they music artists?

GI'S ANSWER.....Fosho, I have one sister and she's 20.

QUESTION.....Will there be a H-Town clothing line?

GI'S ANSWER......Definitely.

QUESTION..... What is Deja doing, is he still making music and does he have an album out?

GI'S ANSWER.....He's with Virgin records producing.

QUESTION...... Did H-Town win any other awards after 1994 best new artist soul train?

GI'S ANSWER.......Yes

QUESTION...... Is H-Town planning to work with papa reu again?

GI'S ANSWER.......It's always a possibility, we're still kool.

QUESTION....... What parent label is distributing H-Town's music?

GI'S ANSWER.......We can't say right now.

QUESTION...... If new artists want to have H-Town listen to their demo, who would they contact...is there a name and number?

GI'S ANSWER.......We'll have an address soon.

QUESTION....... Will GI and Shazam add a 3rd member?

GI'S ANSWER.......Don't plan to.

QUESTION......What is GI's and Shazam's favorite H-Town track and why?

GI'S ANSWER......We love them all, no favorites.

QUESTION...... If Dino, GI and Shazam were not music artists what would they be doing?

GI'S ANSWER.....That's a hard one, we would be starving artists still trying to make it a reality.

QUESTION......Was the "Ladies Edition" album gold or platinum and how many copies did the hit single "They Like it Slow" sell?

GI'S ANSWER.......It's platinum and only radio get singles to play on the air. Because of bootleg and downloading, 90% of labels don't release singles only albums. You get more money from albums than singles. "Like It Slow" was never released as a single.

QUESTION.....Why did H-Town name the new album" Imitations of Life"?

GI'S ANSWER......This cd is named "Imitations of Life" because it deals with every emotion that we go through within a relationship.......one minute I love you, I hate you,we break up then make up,I'm leaving you then I want you back. You feel where I'm going with this, but at the end of all that drama we're still in luv."Imitations of Life," it's self-explanatory, ya know.

QUESTION....... What is H-Town's "toon style" sound about?

GI'S ANSWER.....Toon style is the name of our production company.

QUESTION......Does GI and Shazam have a special lady, if not what qualities do they look for in a female?

GI'S ANSWER.......Every lady is special in our lives. Hmmm, qualities you get that from the Ladies Edition cd.

QUESTION....... What car does GI and Shazam drive?

GI'S ANSWER.......GI...new BMW 6 series. Shazam.....acura NXS.

QUESTION...What European countries will H-Town tour in?

GI'S ANSWER...Tba.

QUESTION...Does your tatoos have specific/special meaning?

GI'S ANSWER...Not really.

QUESTION...Where did the name "Shazam" come from and what is his real name?

GI'S ANSWER... Wow aren't you getting personal.

QUESTION...Is Crystal Conner in the Knockin' Da Boots video?

GI'S ANSWER... No, she is in the Emotions video.

QUESTION.... What advise would H-Town give people who want to get into the music business?

GI'S ANSWER...Learn how to read contracts.

QUESTION... What was it like to work with Dino?

GI'S ANSWER...It was never work to us, just a hobby that we all luv and it's a hobby even though it's our living.

QUESTION...Did GI, Dino and Shazam go to college, if so what did they study?

GI'S ANSWER...No, why should we, there was never a second thought on what we wanted to do besides music. It was always music. We were still in high school when we released Knockin' Da Boots.

QUESTION... Is Shazam married?

GI'S ANSWER...No.

QUESTION... What U.S. States will H-Town tour in?

GI'S ANSWER...TBA.

QUESTION... How and where did Dino and Shazam meet GI?

GI'S ANSWER...We were neighbors.

QUESTION... What High School did H-Town graduate from?

GI'S ANSWER..."JY" Jack Yates High.

QUESTION... Does Shazam own Entourage Entertainment?

GI'S ANSWER...As of now we're just focusing on H-Town Music Inc.

QUESTION... How did Shazam feel about his solo album, was he pleased?

GI'S ANSWER...Fosho

QUESTION... What kind of promotion is H-Town doing for the new album?

GI'S ANSWER...TBA, but a college and high school tour will be part of it.

QUESTION... How is the 4th cd different from the others?

GI'S ANSWER...You'll have to be the judge.

QUESTION... Define your style and the message of your music?

GI'S ANSWER...Self-explanatory.

QUESTION... H-Town, with your music, are you mainly expressing yourself, or are you trying to give the fans what you think they're craving for?

GI'S ANSWER...It's a reality what we all think about on a daily basis.

QUESTION...Does H-Town believe true R&B music is losing out to HIP-HOP and RAP?

GI'S ANSWER...No.

QUESTION... What are some of H-Town's personal and professional goals?

GI'S ANSWER...Entertainment.

QUESTION...Does H-Town give back to the community, if so how and what? Do they give to charities, if so which ones?

GI'S ANSWER...We do a lot of charity events....we visit hospitals, etc.

QUESTION...Will Shazam make another solo album?

GI'S ANSWER...Maybe.

QUESTION...Who is the main writer for H-Town?

GI'S ANSWER...We work as a team.

QUESTION...What does H-Town like to do when they aren't in the recording studio?

GI'S ANSWER...Sleep mostly, that's what we prive ourselves of to get our music to you guys.

QUESTION...Is Crystal Conner pursuing a music career?

GI'S ANSWER...Yes.

QUESTION... Does GI want to act?

GI'S ANSWER...Fosho, when time permits.

QUESTION...What Record Label is H-Town signed to?

GI'S ANSWER...We own it...H-Town Music.

QUESTION...Is H-Town looking for some dancers and singers?

GI'S ANSWER...As of now, no...our plate is full for now.

QUESTION 54...What City and State did H-Town film these videos?
a...Emotions
b...A Thin Line
c...They Like It Slow
d...Back Seat (wit no sheet)
e...Lick U Up
f...Baby I Wanna
g...Natural Woman
GI'S ANSWER...A)Miami...B)Cali...C)Cali...D)H-Town...E) Virgin Islands/St. Thomas...F)Miami...G)Cali

QUESTION...Did Shazam make music videos for his album...Bringing The Heat?

GI'S ANSWER...No.

QUESTION... Will there be any music videos for the new Album?

GI'S ANSWER...Yes.

QUESTION...How tall are Shazam and GI and how tall was Dino since sometimes fraternal twins vary in height?

G.I.'S ANSWER...We are between 5'8" and 5'9".

QUESTION...Is "Ladies Edition" available on LP?
G.I'S ANSWER...No.

QUESTION...When you release your greatest hits album, will it include a DVD featuring all the music videos you did over the past decade?
G.I'S ANSWER...No, it will be separate.

QUESTION...What stores will you make appearances at to sign autographs when you go on tour?

G.I.'S ANSWER...We never know, just keep your ears open.

QUESTION...When will there be music videos for the new album and what songs?

G.I'S ANSWER...2005, "Nothin In Common" on Bet and MTV.

QUESTION...I heard there is a H-Town DVD, where can I get it?

G.I'S ANSWER...It's not available yet.

QUESTION...Did you do any block parties and talent shows before signing to Luke Records?

G.I.'S ANSWER...Just talent shows.

QUESTION...Will there ever be a H-Town cd with all of your hits on it, including the songs that you did on the movie soundtracks?

G.I.'S ANSWER...Yes, probably in 2006.

QUESTION...G.I., do you remember the first song you wrote, if so; what was it and how old were you?

G.I.'S ANSWER...Yes, it was called "Make A Wish." I was 14.

" Make a wish and I'll make it come true. Make a wish there's nothing else I rather do. Make a wish it's you and I, I can see. Just make a wish and I hope that it's me."

QUESTION... What's the biggest misconception about H-Town?

G.I.'S ANSWER...The misconception is that some may say we are one hit wonders when we've had over ten top 10 hits and sold over 7 million records independently without major backing. If we were with a Major we would have sold over 15 million.

QUESTION...Why hasn't there been any television coverage for the release of Imitations Of Life?

G.I.'S ANSWER...It's coming in 2005.

QUESTION...Many artists are interviewed on BET's Blueprint, when will H-Town?

G.I.'S ANSWER...There will be an interview in 2005.

QUESTION...Who are some of the people H-Town worked with on the new album?

G.I.'S ANSWER...Up and coming Producers- Pat Rodriguez and Goldfinger. R&B Soloist- Crystal Conner and Rappers- Mc Qua, Big Mike and Ci Che.

QUESTION...Don't mean to get too personal but will you tell me what are some of H-Town's fantasies?

G.I'S ANSWER...Too over-rated for the Internet.

QUESTION...What's a typical day like for you?
G.I.'S ANSWER...Getting chased out of the mall. Getting chased out of the High Schools that we visit and people trying to flag us down on the freeway...like we should pullover. For the most part staying at home watching DVD's and sleeping.

QUESTION...Besides R&B, what other genres of music are you feeling?

G.I.'S ANSWER...Blues, Jazz, Gospel and Pop.

QUESTION...What's your philosophy on life?
G.I.'S ANSWER...Enjoy life! live everyday like it was your last.

QUESTION...Which R&B song was your first love, who sang it and where were you when you first heard it?

G.I.'S ANSWER...G.I.- The song was "Forever My Lady" by Jodeci. I was on TSU College Campus.

QUESTION...From where and whom do you draw inspiration to do what you do and is there anyone in particular that inspires your lyrics?

G.I.'S ANSWER...The where is obvious-we can do anything through Christ. Marvin Gaye, Teddy Pendergrass and Nat King Cole inspires our lyrics.

QUESTION...In terms of Artists in general, is there any one you particularly look up to?

G.I.'S ANSWER...Anyone that's being original and making their own mark. I hate copycats.

QUESTION...What is G.I.'s and Shazam's fondest memory of Dino?

G.I.'S ANSWER...G.I.-one of my fondest memories of Dino is his creativity.

QUESTION...What is H-Town's definition of R&B?
G.I.'S ANSWER...It is what it is, Rhythm and Blues and you have to put your own twist to it.

QUESTION...Do you have any up and coming television appearances?
G.I'S ANSWER...Oh fosho, keep your eyes open.

QUESTION...Will there ever be a VH1 behind the music for H-Town?
G.I.'S ANSWER...We are shooting it right now, the H-Town documentary for 2005.

QUESTION...Where do you get your lyrical ideas?
G.I.'S ANSWER...We just have wild and spontaneous imaginations.

QUESTION...Congratulation on the new CD! I read the reviews on the new CD on Amazon.com but I want to know what are your feelings and thoughts on it?

G.I.'S ANSWER...It's one of our best CDs.

QUESTION...In the art of music, there is so much to the creative process, will you give just a little of your process when it comes to writing lyrics and creating beats?

G.I.'S ANSWER...Think outside of the box and be original. If somebody else is doing it we don't want to do it.

QUESTION...When are you going to start doing some promotional tours for the new cd?

G.I.'S ANSWER...After the New Year.

QUESTION...What kind of video concepts do you have for the new cd?

G.I.'S ANSWER...The "Nothin In Common" video is about drama, cheating and deception within relationships.

QUESTION...I would like to know if Shazam and G.I are gonna write and record another album on their own ?

G.I.'S ANSWER....It's already in the making-50 songs.

QUESTION...I dont know if this is gonna be a good question, but how much involvment did Devante have on the second album...are we talking about the same Devante from Jodeci cause there are a few floating around?

G.I.'S ANSWER...Devante from Jodeci has been an influence and a long time friend.

QUESTION...What's next for H-Town?

G.I.'S ANSWER...Movies, documentaries and writing our biography.














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