Boldy James and Ill Conscious

Born in Atlanta and raised in Detroit, rapper Boldy James is known for his gritty, detailed narratives about drug deals. A frequent collaborator with producer Alchemist, he's renowned for albums like "My 1st Chemistry Set" and "The Price of Tea in China." Boldy’s style combines literate lyricism with minimalist beats, achieving critical acclaim with works like "Manger on McNichols" with Sterling Toles, and multiple releases with labels like Griselda and Mass Appeal. He's collaborated with Chuck Inglish, Nicholas Craven, and others, earning a spot among top Detroit hip-hop artists.

Baltimore MC Ill Conscious blends golden-age hip hop with jazzy, multi-syllabic flows rooted in street wisdom and 5% teachings. Known for hits like "Sorcery" (2M+ streams), he’s toured Europe and South America, collaborated with Dirt Platoon, Guy Grams, and MZ Boom Bap, and earned praise for albums like The Essence and Acres Of Diamonds.