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Quiet Rage

"The Incredible"

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Fueling the scene's current sense of newness and excitement. - Philadelphia Weekly
Think of them as the eye of the storm. While chaos and destruction swirl all around, in this moment things are peaceful, even beautiful. But its only a matter of time before the rains return pushing and pulling at our very foundation, clearing a path for newness and displaying the awesome force of nature. Such is the lyrical power displayed by the poetic duo known as QUIET RAGE.
Damali the dred locked dragon is the fiery rage of the group known for his high energy performances, and in your face lyrics. The South Philadelphia native has been poetically influenced by the great Gil Scott-Heron, and is now compared to Chuck D for his in your face delivery, and controversial content. Widely known for saying what people think, but are afraid to say, Damali stands up for what he believes, and opens eyes, ears, and minds in the process. Admittedly in a life long term relationship with poetry, Damali also does music production on the side after teaching himself to play 8 instruments, and has produced spoken word CDs for several nationally known poets.
Vision, the 6'7 North Philadelphia native is far from quiet, drawing comparisons to Andre 3000 of Outkast for his melodic delivery, and witty word play. Vision is a chameleon. Off stage, the urban griot is approachable, and light natured. In the community, he focuses on the next generation volunteering time with the youth. On stage, he's intense, focusing on what he feels people need to hear. He's not much concerned with what people want to hear and takes pride in bringing untouched issues to the forefront. He's organized a national spoken word college tour to take Quiet Rages message to the rising leaders of the world all the while dabbling in music production, and playing guitar on stage and off.
These individual stars of the Philadelphia spoken word scene decided to join forces in 2004 to explore the possibilities of their combined talents. While they are most noted for their fiery lyrical delivery, QUIET RAGE is also known to break out their guitars and strum while reciting for a decidedly more low-key and melodic presentation.
QUIET RAGE has been featured in national periodicals including the Philadelphia Inquirer and their talents have propelled them into the national spotlight as opening acts for such respected performers as Taalam Acey, Saul Williams, Sonia Sanchez and The Last Poets. They've also been featured on many radio shows including Power 99's Inner City with Tiffany Bacon. In 2005, QUIET RAGE was honored as Philadelphia Weeklys featured artists for the Fall Preview edition. They've been part of national poetry tours including Taalam Acey's HEAT tour, The Spoken Soul Poetry Tour, and the Sweet Verse Poetry Tour. In January 2007, QUIET RAGE was nominated for an Alternative Soul award given to phenomenal artists whose artistic endeavors don't quite fit into the mainstream mold.
In 2007 , expect to hear even more of QUIET RAGE with their new CD "Poems in the Key of Strife" slated for a Spring 2007 release, as producers on several R&B, hip-hop and spoken word artists projects, and as on-air talent with their forthcoming radio show. And you can bet that they'll continue to blow audiences away with their dynamic live performances including performances in theatrical plays in collaboration with First World Theater Company, and the Master Griot Project.
Philadelphia has always been prevalent in the American Artistic Community. From pioneering jazz musicians, to Gamble & Huff's Sound of Philadelphia, Philadelphia artists have always been at the forefront of musical movements and revolutions. QUIET RAGE now gladly carries the torch for Philly, on the front-line of the spoken word revolution and the spoken soul sound.
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Member Since: 4/12/2005
Band Website: phillypoets.com
Band Members: Damali and Vision

Influences: Public Enemy, The Last Poets, Gil Scott Heron, Jimi Hendrix, Prince, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Pink Floyd, Rick James, Outkast, Eric Clapton, Rakim, KRS-1, Skeelo (just kidding), The Rolling Stones, The Doors, Saul Williams . . .
Sounds Like: Quiet Rage. Compared to Outkast, Dead Prez, Public Enemy, The Last Poets
Record Label: Dap Stallion Productions
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

Check out this event: Philly Flavor

Hosted By: Quiet Rage www.soundclick.com/quietrageWhen: Saturday Mar 15, 2008 at 7:00 PMWhere: The Nuyorican Poets Cafe236 East 3rd street (btw B& C )New York City, New York|33 10009United StatesDescr...
Posted by Quiet Rage on Thu, 13 Mar 2008 12:51:00 PST

I cannot wait!

These are the kind of shows that I love doing the most. Because as much as I love to spit on stage for people who are really listening to what we have to say? I really love being a part of a sh...
Posted by Quiet Rage on Sat, 08 Mar 2008 10:31:00 PST

This show will be scorching

This show that we are doing with KOP on Saturday is exciting. It's one of the first successful "themed" spoken soul concert series. KOP in his freakiness/brilliance has come up with a concept that rea...
Posted by Quiet Rage on Fri, 09 Feb 2007 05:33:00 PST

The frustration was worth it!!

After busting our asses to find the right cats to play with, it has worked out great! These guys are super creative, dedicated, professional and grimy! Just like I imagined a group with my ignorant as...
Posted by Quiet Rage on Tue, 19 Sep 2006 10:46:00 PST

I am so damn frustrated!

I think I am gettin frustrated. I have been calling, begging, and pleading for some talented singers and musicians to join our family. Vision and I really want to take spoken word to another level by ...
Posted by Quiet Rage on Fri, 21 Jul 2006 09:29:00 PST

Atlanta Pt. 2 - The Prequel, Sequel & Miscellaneous stuff

I have to start this blog by saying Paul Mooney is the funniest person on the face of this earth. I'll follow that up by saying the Red Hot Chili Pepper's new CD is on another level. I mention both Pa...
Posted by Quiet Rage on Tue, 20 Jun 2006 09:17:00 PST

Atlanta

Well, its around 9:00 A.M. and I am experiencing a weird mixture of feelings at this moment. We were featured last night at a poetry festival here in Atlanta. It was some of the greatest poets from al...
Posted by Quiet Rage on Sun, 18 Jun 2006 08:14:00 PST

Cornell University

Its been a long time...such a long time....too long of a time..since we last hit up this blog. I wouldnt even know where to begin trying to catch things up. I guess I can recap a few major things befo...
Posted by Quiet Rage on Thu, 15 Jun 2006 05:25:00 PST

The Inevitable

I guess I should be mad because Quiet Rage has just been judged unfairly.  Actually, maybe I should be happy because this means we're really on people's minds and we're even closer to "makin...
Posted by Quiet Rage on Thu, 18 May 2006 12:37:00 PST

Glory's Air, Harlem Air, Fresh Poetic Air, and Airing N*ggas out

"Funny how time flies when you're having fun" - Janet Jackson The last few weeks have been a blur.  Okay, I admit, the last year and some change has been a blur.  We've partied with the...
Posted by Quiet Rage on Thu, 23 Feb 2006 01:04:00 PST