“From the 70’s BC, before crack, the days of pullin’ out switchblades before gats.”
Dame Smith influenced by the greatest eras in Hip Hop, Dame threw his hat in the music ring as a visual arts student at Mikwaukee High School of Arts. The rap battles that took place before school, during lunch hours, and especially after school, fueled Dame’s excitement and gave him the inspiration to tell his story like only he could. After going through a couple of corny rap monikers, like most MCs, he settled on what was most authentic, his own name. Dame Smith doesn’t adopt another persona on the mic or stage; his truth is what draws listeners to follow his adventures.
Dame infuses his sense of humor and worldview into his visual style of rhyming. He approaches every beat like a screenplay and challenges himself to, “make sure the verses and the purpose workin’ hand in hand…” (F.L.O.W.E.R.S) Dame sound is organic, never forced. Dame Smith is an artist who doesn’t use profanity, his witty, conversational style and engaging stage presence makes him viable in any market. Dame Smith’s look is immediately recognizable among other purveyors of the art form. He cuts an age-appropriate figure rocking big frames, and a timeless look complete with a fresh pair of Wallabees, chewing on a toothpick. Like pairing your favorite jeans with a fly new piece, Dame Smith represents Freshly Classic.
