Gio Basicali is an L.A. based solo independent hip-hop artist and former frontman of the live hip-hop band Homestyle. Bringing together an L.A. bounce with thought provoking lyrircs and a feel good vibe, Basicali is one of the freshest voices in the L.A. music scene. He made his mark in 2007 with his solo album “Gio Basicali”. Most recently he’s released an EP collaboration “I Choose You” with the brand Acrylick Clothing, a digital release in May 2009. Currently Gio Basicali is working on his second full length album, “BASICALI All-Day” single set to drop in Sept 2009.

Basicali first picked up a mic as a youth minister in the churches of Los Angels and Orange County before finding a greater calling in music. While his days of ministry are long behind him he credits that experience for his ability to interact with a crowd and write lyrics that go beyond the bling. Basicali speaks from the heart as a positive voice of the everyday person dealing with issues such as life, growth, wack rappers, Sunday BBQ’s, relationships and personal reflection. When asked about his lyrics he shrugs and puts it simply.

“When I write I listen to the beat and the beat tells me what it wants.” For those looking for dope hip-hop music that is raw, personal, entertaining and fun, Gio Basicali provides it in high form.