Killer Mike
This week’s New Music Friday offers a diverse lineup of releases heating up the winter music scene. Ice Cube returns with his first self-released album, Man Down, exploring modern manhood with star collaborations like Snoop Dogg and Too $hort. Miguel captivates with the single “Always Time,” showcasing his progressive R&B style, while Lil Nas X […]
In his latest album, Songs for Sinners and Saints, Atlanta rapper Killer Mike reimagines several tracks from his Grammy-winning album Michael by delving deeper into the church music of his childhood. This album serves as an epilogue to Michael, blending new tracks with reworked songs enriched by gospel influences, including church organs and choir vocals. […]
Killer Mike appeared on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” on Monday, performing a gospel-inflected version of “Exit 9” from his latest solo album, “MICHAEL.” This appearance comes after an eventful week for the rapper, who won three rap Grammys and experienced a brief detainment by police under unclear circumstances. “MICHAEL” marks Killer Mike’s first […]
(NPR) – Taylor Swift emerged as a dominant figure at the 2024 Grammy Awards, winning Album of the Year for “Midnights,” marking her fourth (and record-breaking) win in this category. She surprised fans by announcing a new album, “The Tortured Poets Department, ” that will come out in April.” Women won in all nine categories […]
Killer Mike is back with a fresh single “Scientists & Engineers”, which boasts an impressive lineup of guest stars including André 3000, Future, and Eryn Allen Kane. It’s an exciting glimpse of what’s to come on his upcoming album ‘Michael’, marking his first solo venture in over ten years. ‘Michael’ will be out this Friday, […]
It’s official, California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed The Decriminalizing Artistic Expression Act, which restricts the use of rap lyrics as evidence in court in California. During a virtual bill signing ceremony, Newsom was joined by Killer Mike, Tyga, and Meek Mill. Too $hort, YG, E-40, as well as Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. […]
Killer Mike is the first artist ever to receive the change maker award at this years 2020 Billboard Music Awards. The award will be presented at the APEX (African American Panoramic Experience) museum in Atlanta and by the Mayor of Atlanta, Kiesha Lance Bottoms. Datwon Thomas, MRC’s VP, Cultural Media and Consulting Producer for the […]
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