Artist description W.H.A.T. (Why Hater's Always Trippin') is a Chico based Live Hip Hop and R&B group. W.H.A.T. has blown up the scene in Sacramento, Davis, Auburn, Chico, and beyond. W.H.A.T. has performed with many notable Hip Hop and R&B groups, and has had the pleasure of playing the Nowhere by Nowhere festival, Bell Memorial Auditorim (seats 2,000+), La Salles, The Boardwalk, The G. St. Pub, Concerts in the Park, Wild Oak Records Showcase, and many many others including countless fraternatiy shows with thousands in attendance. W.H.A.T. constantly remains in the top ranks of www.mp3.com, and has also had tracks featured in independent films. W.H.A.T. has also seen steady airplay on radio stations ranging from Chico to the Monterey / Bay Areas.

Music Style Fresh Rap/Hip-Hop/R&B

Musical Influences Dr. Dre, Jodeci, Old School hip-hop, Tower of Power

Similar Artists Genuwine, Dre, any live hip hop

Artist History W.H.A.T. was formed after an improvisational gig that turned out to be nothing short of a bad ass party. For the past 2 1/2 years W.H.A.T. has been playing at house parties, fraternities, amphitheaters, festivals, outdoor concerts, clubs, and working in the recording studio laying down tracks for a highly anticipated CD.

Group Members Miguel Higinto- Vocals,Ian Monat-Bass, Mark Fisher-Guitar/Keys, Nick Bearden-Drums/Precussion and guitar / bass / piano work in the studio. Bassit Ian Monat is currently studying at the Bass Institute at the world famous Musicians Institute in southern California. Drummer Nick Bearden is also currently playing with the Legendary Buffalo Creek, as well as the up and coming retro-pop rock group Caveat. Look for full albums from both groups within a few months.

Instruments Drums, Bass, Guitar, Keys

Press Reviews "...we feel you are a potential star in the making." - Eagle E (3,265 total plays on MP3.com as of 1-31-01)"Best live band in northern california" -Larry Gosch, owner of Encore Enterprises.

Location Chico, Ca - USA

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