What began as a local buzz in 1988 at Maryland's Oxon Hill High School has now fully developed into a roaring thunder which is on its way to sending shockwaves throughout the nation and beyond.
Formerly known as Rico Smooth because of his lyrical delivery, Storm has paid hip-hop dues by participating in local talent showcases, colege radio shows, and house parties. Because Quiet Storm was influenced by the likes of Big Daddy Kane and Doug E. Fresh, he focuesed his attention towards critically elevating his skills as a certified performer and MC.
After 4 and a half years of college in Rochester, NY, Storm made major moves. From joining the Universal Zulu Nation to making several performance appearances on Washington DC's cable tv show, "Pump Up the Jam", Storm made his presence known. And if that isn't enough, Storm also appeared on a nationally televised episode of the world famous "Showtime at the Apollo" in New York City.
Even when he is not performing, Storm continues to captivate audiences. His first single, "How do the Rhymes Flow," which was produced by Dajalon Studio's Phil Thorne, recieved excellent reviews after it was played on the Nation's Capitol's WPGC 95.5 FM and the Big Apple's Hank Love and 1/2 pint underground rap show.
Along with having his songs played, Storm has also been heard freestyling on radio stations. Baltimore's 88.9 Strictly Hip-Hop, Washington DC's 89.3 Underground Sounds, and WPGC's AM station Flava 1580 are among the stations that Quiet Storm has revealed his spontaneous lyrical talent to. Also, it is his exceptional freestyle skills that have led him to acquire membership in the Washington DC chapter of the international Freestyle Union.
With such an extensive history in hip-hop, one can only presume that success is in the forecast of a Quiet Storm.
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