From Christopher Homes to Big Boy Records: G-Slimm The Rising Star Cut Down Too Soon

In the heart of Algiers, one of New Orleans’ most storied neighborhoods, a young voice was rising from the streets—raw, real, and ready to make his mark. That voice belonged to Kenneth Jackson Jr., known to the world as G-Slimm. Emerging in the early 1990s, G-Slimm quickly became a promising figure in the city's booming rap scene. But just as his career was poised to break through nationally, tragedy struck—cutting short a life and legacy that was only beginning to unfold.

From Christopher Homes to Big Boy Records

Raised in the Christopher Homes housing development, G-Slimm’s journey into music began during his teenage years. In 1992, he caught the attention of Charles “Big Boy” Temple, the founder of Big Boy Records, a powerhouse in New Orleans hip-hop. G-Slimm joined a roster of rising stars that included Mystikal, Black Menace, and Partners-N-Crime, and began carving out a name of his own.

On September 3, 1994, G-Slimm released his debut album “Fours Deuces & Trays.” With production from Leroy “Precise” Edwards and features from Mystikal, the album embraced a West Coast-inspired G-funk sound, blending Southern grit with smooth, funk-heavy rhythms. Though it never charted nationally, it was heralded locally as one of the most acclaimed New Orleans rap albums of 1994.

A Star on the Rise

In 1996, G-Slimm followed up with a self-titled album, further showcasing his lyrical talent and sonic versatility. His buzz caught the attention of Relativity Records, who had plans to reissue his debut with three additional tracks, signaling a national spotlight was on the horizon. He also contributed to Big Boy’s 1997 compilation “We G’s” and appeared on Tim Smooth’s 1998 album “Da Franchise.” G-Slimm was on the brink of crossing over—bringing Algiers to the forefront of Southern rap.

A Tragic Ending

But on October 13, 1996, G-Slimm's rising star was extinguished. While walking with three friends to a local store in Algiers, they were ambushed by gunfire. G-Slimm was shot in the back and later died at Charity Hospital. He was just 22 years old.

The motives surrounding his murder remain murky, but whispers of jealousy, street politics, and the dangers of newfound success continue to linger. His death left not only his family and friends grieving—but the entire New Orleans hip-hop community mourning what could have been.

Legacy Lives On

G-Slimm's influence still resonates throughout New Orleans. Though his career was brief, his music and presence helped shape the identity of New Orleans rap during a formative era, when Southern artists were demanding national attention. He was a bridge between the gritty realism of the South and the sonic polish of West Coast rap, proving that the city had more to offer than just bounce music.

Today, G-Slimm is remembered not just as a rapper—but as a symbol of potential, pain, and promise. His life and music remain a powerful reminder of the talent that rose from the streets of Algiers and the legacy of a young man whose voice still echoes through the city he loved.

Gone too soon, but never forgotten—G-Slimm’s name lives on.