Known for their energy filled stage presence, electronic layering of sounds and with a particular focus on their live performance, Studemont Project opened the eyes and ears of the community when they were named best local hip hop by The Houston Press Music Awards. In 2004 the group parted with dj Fast4ward but were backed by The Truth (turntable collective) members dj Giant and Bobby Hinojosa. In addition to these members, the group began working with keyboardist Tom Sutherland (Free Radicals)w