The Kriminals are a group of unique individuals, striving to achieve their goals in a passionate manner. Starting out as a local street gang from south Austin, Texas in the early 90s, they understood the trials and tribulations in life that many face. Rather than self destructing, which was a high possibility, they rose to the challenge of surviving this dirty game. In the process of staying afloat they picked up the knowledge needed for their long journey ahead. As what is seen so often in Texas, freestylin was a large part of their recreational lives! They constantly received compliments and suggestions of getting more serious about what, at the time, was just a hobby. Soon, taking heed to the advice of their peers, they began to do just that, and became more serious about music and how they could create it.
At that time (2003), they began to put money, man hours, and sweat into what was starting to become a job. They began their quest with Kriminals-Chapter 1, which was a raw show of talent. Next up in 2004, was Kriminals-Kriminalistic Minds, which was giant show of progression and skill.
2005 brought a year where they realized that they were on to something. Yet in their lives, times were rough so things were not moving as fast as they would have liked. With the mind set of keeping going and not once thinking of quitting, they began working on Kriminals-Kriminals on the Loose. In the process of recording this album, they got their first opportunity to perform live at the Historic Victory Grill in 2006. The first show was a huge success, blowing up the stage, and opening the door for many performances to come.
Throughout 2006, they opened for big name artists such as 8 Ball & MJG, Webbie, Big Tuck, Big Moe, etc... And performed at more than 25 venues in Austin, the live music capital of the world, including Emo’s, Antone’s, Flamingo Cantina, Ruta Maya, Troubadour’s, Dirty Dog Bar, Red 7, Spiros, 311, Fire House Lounge, Barcelona, Volume, Fuze, Gordos, Abraxus Tavern, Illusions, The Parish, and many others. They also began working on their best album to date, Kriminals-The Games We Play, which created a buzz for the group and displayed their passion for creating classic tracks.
The KRIMINALS steamed rolled through 2007 and 2008 doing well over 100 shows throughout Texas, blazing a trail with hot performances opening for artists such as TRAE, KYLE LEE, MAGNO, E.S.G., BIG POKEY, DIRTY WORMZ, S.P.C, LIL KEKE, DEVIN THE DUDE, Z-RO, BUN B., INCLUDING THE 2008 SXSW TECH N9NE SHOW!
The KRIMINALS are currently close to releasing a new album called “Austin Knights” in early spring 2009. All in all, the Kriminals are an up and coming group out of South Austin, Texas, looking to leave a stain
and make music that can last throughout the ages.
@ THESE LOCAL AUSTIN, TEXAS MUSIC OUTLETS MUSIC MANIA, CHEAPOS DISCS AND WATERLOO RECORDS appearances by BIG DIRTY, ANTONE OF THA REJECTS, LAMBO, KILLJOY OF THA PAINKILLAZ AND MORE ALSO BE ON THA LOOKOUT FOR THE NEWEST KRIMINAL ALBUM SLATED FOR RELEASE 2010 FOR MORE INFO CALL 512-905-9631
A wuts homies just droppin by 2 show love and respect and letting you know that we just put up 2 new trax "True Soljaz feat.Carolyn Rodriguez" and "Es todo lo que quiero" check em out and let us know wut you think
wut up, mang?..ron picked me up from work yesterday..we went to breakfast and chlled all day makin rounds seein his peeps gettin blowed..i slept thru the whole day today..lol
whats good jaun. me just chillin i saw the new video austin night rapers that hoe is live.so i had to come by to show some love.allready hit me up.~100
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KRIMINALS WILL BE IN SAN ANTONIO OCTOBER 7 PERFORMING AT A HIP HOP SHOWCASE... ALL NEW TRACKS AND LINE-UP... BEST BELIEVE WE REPPIN ATX FROM THA 512 TO THA 210
DONT FORGET TO PICK UP OUR NEW CD IN STORES NOW!!
WE WILL ALSO HAVE SHIRTS IN GIRLS AND GUYS SIZES.. PRE-ORDER YOURS NOW
3 of the best groups out of Austin (Da C.O.D., SOUTHBOUND, and DRED SKOTT) have joined forces to form a collective called THE LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY G'z!!!
Album coming soon, late 2009!!! Featuring guest appearances by K-rino, Bavu Blakes, Staci Russell and more!!!
Here's a couple samples of what's going to be on the album........
JAMES DEAN & STEAK & EGG ENT PRESENT Z-RO LIVE IN CONCERT SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 20TH THATS RIGHT THE KING OF THE GHETTO IS COMING BACK TO AUSTIN FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 6 MONTHS PROMOTING HIS NEW ALBUM "HEROIN" IN STORES SOON FOR MORE INFO YOU CAN TEXT OR CALL 512-940-0450 PRE-SALE @ aces.frontgatetickets.com ALL AGES WELCOME VIP AVAILABLE AND BOTTLE SERVICE FOR OVER 21 ALSO PERFORMING KING KYLE LEE J KAPONE SWIFT ALSO WES SANDERS & DJ KNOWLEDGE ON THA 1'S & 2"S HOSTED BY SMACKOLA OF THE DIRTY WORMZ THIS SHOW WILL SELL OUT SO DONT WAIT FOR YOUR TICKETS!!!!!
WHATS THE DAM DEAL MY NICCA HEY WE GONNA BE UP INDA STUDIO TOMORROW NIGHT NICKIE WAS TELLING ME THATS COOLIO ILL BE THERE GET BACK AT ME BRO.."KRIMINALS"
JAMES DEAN & STEAK & EGG ENT PRESENT Z-RO LIVE IN CONCERT SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 20TH THATS RIGHT THE KING OF THE GHETTO IS COMING BACK TO AUSTIN FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 6 MONTHS PROMOTING HIS NEW ALBUM "HEROIN" IN STORES SOON FOR MORE INFO YOU CAN TEXT OR CALL 512-940-0450 PRE-SALE @ aces.frontgatetickets.com ALL AGES WELCOME VIP AVAILABLE AND BOTTLE SERVICE FOR OVER 21 ALSO PERFORMING KING KYLE LEE J KAPONE SWIFT ALSO WES SANDERS & DJ KNOWLEDGE ON THA 1'S & 2"S HOSTED BY SMACKOLA OF THE DIRTY WORMZ THIS SHOW WILL SELL OUT SO DONT WAIT FOR YOUR TICKETS!!!!!