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Drastik
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Drastik during a performance in Austin, TX
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| Birth name | Gerald DeLoach Jr. |
| Born | February 19, 1989 Mamou, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Origin | Austin, Texas, U.S. |
| Genres | Hip-Hop, Soul, Rock |
| Occupation(s) | Rapper |
| Years active | 2009-present |
| Labels | Home Team Records |
| Associated acts | Circle of Fire, Kevin Jack, Sore Losers, Tje Austin |
Gerald DeLoach Jr. (born February 19, 1989), known by his stage name Drastik, is a talented Hip-Hop artist. He is from Austin, Texas, and is known for his unique music.
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About Drastik
His Early Life and Music Journey
Drastik was born in Mamou, Louisiana. He spent his childhood in Oakdale and New Orleans. Later, he moved to Houston, Texas. His father had a recording studio and was part of a rap group. This helped Drastik discover music early on.
When he was 11, Drastik wrote his first song. He then started a rap group called DSD with two friends, DICE and J. Maine. The group recorded an album and performed for four years. However, due to problems with their agreements, the group decided to stop working together.
While in high school, Drastik met David R. “DC” Canales and his brother Mike Canales. Together, they started Home Team Records. This group included many local artists who worked together. They released several mixtapes. Eventually, they formed a five-member group called Deuce 81 G.A.G.E. This group released an album and DVD called “G.A.G.E.” They also put out mixtapes titled “Get This Paper.” The group later decided to go their separate ways. Drastik then worked with his old group member DICE on a project called “Birth of Modern Military Thought.” They reconnected while in college.
After this mixtape, Drastik released one new song every day in May 2009. This was a total of 31 tracks. It was called the “Daily Downloads.” These songs and videos of his performances helped him get many opening spots in Austin. He performed for artists like Trey Songz, Wiz Khalifa, and Curren$y.
Because of his success in Austin, Drastik moved there. This was just before his Texas tour with J. Cole in January 2010.
Music Releases and Tours
In January 2010, Drastik toured with J. Cole on The J. Cole Texas Tour. In the spring of 2010, he toured with Curren$y, Pac Div and XV. This tour was called The LRG Home Grown Tour. In the fall of 2010, he joined Big Sean, Mickey Factz, and FreeSol on some dates of the What U Doin College tour.
In the spring of 2010, Drastik and fellow Austin artist Kevin Jack released "Circus Mirrors." This was a seven-track EP. It featured music from Big Gigantic and Ratatat. In December 2010, the Austin Examiner named Drastik one of five Austin Hip-Hop artists to watch in 2011. In January 2011, Drastik released his first solo EP. It was called "Something to Say." His long-time friend 2wentyWon produced all the songs. "Something to Say" received many good reviews. This helped Drastik become more well-known in the Texas music scene.
Drastik's Family Life
Drastik is the older of two boys born to Kathy Green and Gerald DeLoach Sr. He has one brother, Katlyn DeLoach. He also has a sister, Jordan DeLoach, from his father's second marriage.
Drastik's Music
- EP's
- Something to Say (2011)
- Mixtapes
- Circus Mirrors with Kevin Jack (2010)
Awards and Recognitions
- Placed 2nd in The Recording Conservatory of Austin's "Best Unsigned Band" Competition
- 2011 Austin Music Awards
- Best Performing Hip-Hop Artist or DJ [Nominated]
- Top 10 SXSW Bands in 2011 by Study Breaks Magazine
- 5 Austin Hip-Hop Artists to Watch in 2011 by The Austin Examiner
