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In the case of less-than-stellar Detroit rapper Christian "Trick Trick" Mathis, the shtick his handlers chose was a raging case of homophobia.
Christian (isn't it a wee bit absurd calling him by his stage name?) recently became internet famous after announcing, to no one in particular, that his new album would celebrate the fact that he seriously despises the gays. From what we've Googled, he even boasts on one track of said LP that he's tough enough to bust a cap in the asses of all gay fathers, everywhere—not unlike the antics of a thuggish Santa from one of Anita Bryant's wet dreams.
What got everyone really riled up, though—including us initially, we admit—were conveniently press-ready exclamations that Christian offered to rap website AllHipHop.com back in November. "I’ma go on the record right now with this," he explained. "Homosexuals are probably not gonna like this album. I don’t want your f**got money any goddamn way. I don’t like it ... Carry that s**t somewhere else!!"
When prodded further by the interviewer, Christian seemed to hint that one reason for his inscrutable irritation toward gays could be that they're getting in the way of his properly enjoying LOST. Or Golden Girls. To wit:
“It’s just that every time that you turn on the TV, that sissy s**t is on... And they act like its [sic] f**king okay. The world is changing for the worst when s**t like that happens. And I address that issue. I address it hard as hell.”
Given Christian's entirely underground following—and by "underground" we mean that most of his fans live in their parents' basements—no one thought twice when he was booked as the opening act to Sunday's Ice Cube show at the Mohawk. A packaged deal, after all, is how the entertainment agencies pad their profit margins, and in this case, there's simply no way to retain the man behind "Bow Down" and BarberShop 2: Back in Business without also putting up with a much lesser man, one in this case whose lyrics read like a transcript from an episode of The O'Reilly Factor where the host went off his meds.
As such, we say venture forth to the Mohawk on Sunday, and have yourselves an epic time watching Ice Cube perform in the unlikeliest of venues in town. But, should you show up early, you might consider taking a quiet activist stance of your own, whether it's by turning your back on Christian during his set, or sidling up to the stage and yammering loudly amongst your friends, or by pounding Tomahawks at the bar.
Just don't, for Pete's sake, waste your time getting angry. Because however pathetically misguided and ill-equipped of talent that this dweebus maximus may be, understand that he's only acting to satiate his own manic obsession over celebrity and stardom—it's the exact same compulsion that's responsible for our present glut of reality shows like Ice Road Truckers and The Hills. In a sense, this self-described "villain" from the Midwest is merely compensating in the loudest way possible, because even his considerable bosom can't hold a candle to Heidi Montag's.
Full Disclosure: Austinist editor AYC is a card-carrying homosexual who would love super rad-guy glasses for Christmas.
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Well said Allen. The staff at the Mohawk agrees with you. It sucks that in order to have one of our favorite artists play this stage that we have to find out later that a 'package deal' douchebag dumbass asshole opener comes with the contract. Especially one that we have never heard of...sucks...and oh yeah, was apparently raised by a herd of idiots. Obviously, we believe in free speech and despise music censorship in general, but this guy seems to cross the line everytime he is interviewed. Anyway, we can assure you that our 'All are welcome' moniker won't apply when he walks in the gates. Basically, the show doesn't start until the headliner plugs in.
Thanks to everyone for calling Dick Dick out.
If the guy is going to get any money from the gig based on the door - no matter what 'activist' stance you take - paying for a ticket to the show is directly supporting him and his views.
It sounds like Mohawk might be taking a stance, but what direct assurance are paying customers getting that their money won't go into the pockets of this moron?
It sucks that Mohawk would lose business on this, but it just seems like the only sure way of expressing opposition to Trick-Trick is by not attending the show.
Very well said, Allen. Honestly, I'm surprised that Ice Cube would want this guy sharing a stage with him. What's up with that, Cube?
It's a good thing the show isn't outside...on an uncovered stage...with a dumpster immediately behind the stage...and multiple paths of escape.
Luckily I'm going to be out of town for this so I won't face the ethical dilemma of my money going to further this Lame Lame's hate speech. He has a right to speak it but I have a right to not support his agenda. I urge other patrons to vote with their pocketbooks and demand refunds. All that is necessary for evil to triumph is for good people to do nothing.
Jermeaih I understand the venue is in a difficult position and I empathize with that but ignorance is not a defense in front of the law. You have to read the contract before signing it.
I'm putting this "concert" on my must-miss list.
Graham Williams booked homophobes, Bad Brains, for Fun Fun Fun Fest, now this guy.... hmmm.
Seth
Eric - your point is very well stated.
Like many other folks I purchased four tickets for this show long before I was aware of the opener. My money (or support against this jerk)is already gone. If the Mohawk doesn't have the power to get this a*shole off the bill, the other option is to not show up for his set.
Does anyone have any idea when Ice Cube is scheduled to go on?
I appreciate Allen taking the time to write on this subject. At least he is attempting to make people aware of the issue. I also understand Mohawk's situation, however, I will not be attending this show and will be encouraging everyone I know to do the same. I also recommend writing to local news agencies and Equality TX, http://www.equalitytexas.org/ as I have also. The goal here is not to cancel the show, but to make sure Trick Trick understands his vocal and violent views are not accepted here in Austin.
Never heard of this Trick Trick idiot. I agree with previous comments that Cube's managent/agents at fault here. Nice work, Allen. I'll throw my heterosexual voice into the chorus of Austinites who do not appreciate this kind of bigotry in our city.
Applause for Allen.
My advice would be to just not enter the club until his set is over. You can't do anything about the money if you want to see Ice Cube, but having the opening idiot play to absolutely no one might get a point across. With that said, a bigger point would be made if you just didn't show/pay for either.
Whatever happened to a good ole fashioned Blues Brother'ing? Unless Trick Trick is bringing chicken wire and playing rawhide, he's shit out of luck to stop unruly patrons.
Hint Hint. Ice Cube should go on at 10. Do with that info what you wish.
I will be the one sporting super rad-guy glasses, a LA Kings hat, and a bottle of St.Ides in a paper bag. After 10.
I think GrapeApe has the best idea here. The first one, not the second one.
I personally think Trick Trick pretty much sucks and am not a fan in the least bit and find his comments to be ignorant and disturbing.
But I find it funny that y'all wanna call him out, and forget lines from Ice Cube like "What I need to do is kick the b*** in the tummy." And more. i mean, i understand the context of a lot of what Ice Cube says and am also not trippin', but reality is, lots of people say lots of really crappy things.
If you hated every rapper that did not like homosexuals, you'd have a pretty narrow group to choose from.
That being said, I agree with all points in regards to throwing garbage on Trick Trick. Or going outside during his set.
But really, the vast majority of folks will not join you, they just won't. Sad but true.
Lets all wave pink flags during his set. Where can we get these???? Rainbows too...
who vetted this bill? john mccain? and lest we have short memories, cube is no stranger when it comes to inflamatory lyrics about the gays
Agree with jeremiah, thanks for calling Dick Dick out! Homie ain't need to trip, I ain't came out 'til I done came on some menzziz for roundbout hell I guess a good 5 years. Dick Trick don't need to worry no more 'bout being trapped in the closet, fuck that shit slap a punk bitch. I wanna bring us kuntry-boy shy faggots like this here typin' and his type up yonder together, and hell: I wanna fuck this there rapper! When I done saw Bushwick at some place over Scoot Inn or somethin', he was a lil' corn-fuzed when I hit the boy up but I always liked me them short boys. He ain't had time but I coudl tell he wanted to fuck! Don't trip, y'all out there, on his hate on the surface, it's just schtick for good dick! I'm down! Bushwick ain't Ghetto nor Geto, he the real deal! We feelin' each other but he ain't had the time to feel me.
I'll see y'all there! I cannot WAIT to fuck Trick Dick, his shit's looooong I bet, that's what I've heard! I wanna lick his cornhole even if he just shat. Goan down! Bring it on, BITCH!!! It's goin' DOWN! (I'm a top, for context.) And one last thing, check this out: Julia Ervin might be there to film this shit if me 'n this here rapper hook up! We gone youtube that shizzle for rizzle!!!!!!!!
(PS – Mane: haterz make for some goooood man-pussy, believe that shit!!! Yee haw!!! See y'all Sunday, this show is priceless.)
This Trick Trick fellow is a douchebag.
no one cares about the opening act at an ice cube show....or they shouldnt at least.
why give this fool free publicity. i had never heard of him until today.
Also, point noted about Ice Cube lyrics, its not like he is the epitome of tolerance or eloquence for that matter, but the discussion at hand is in reference to the opening act. Besides, while his movies (except for one) are horrible, he has come a long way in changing his image overall, but that is for another discussion.
Hey man I won this whole like VIP Package/meet the bands thing and I think I wanna pass it on to Gristle. See you in the front row dude!
Whoah! Which is his one good movie, grape? You've got Friday, Three Kings, and Boyz in da Hood, then a bunch of garbage. I'll pick Three Kings.
Seth
I couldn't say he had no good movies, that just wouldn't be right. If I had to choose it would be Friday.
seth you're simple, wrong, ignorant, and downright stupid, re: booking shit on purpose. that's some fucked up shit to say and you obviously don't know what the fuck you're talking about.
and who doesn't know the fucking HR story? that's one man that is always welcome to suck my dick. fuck HR. not BB. a ain't give a shit about em no more but one dude who is clearly out of his fucking mind , HR, ain't a reason to hate.
and seth, i'm sorry if i'm being mean, but you are always welcome, 24/7, to suck my dick, too. thx. luv not caring. thx.
ya'll are all up-in-arms about this homophobic SCHTICK, but what have you to say about all the lyrics that are degrading to women and endorse a violent lifestyle? gangsta rap is offensive by definition and implying that the promoters of this show endorse gay-rage is just plain wiggity-whack...you better check yourself before you wreck yourself.
i love slayer, but i'm not a devil worshipper...
Wow, that guy has a serious case of self hate. After reading those comments I'm pretty sure that Trick Trick needs to come out of the closet.