OVERVIEW
At a Glance
Artist Name
Akil The MC
Role
MC • DJ • Producer
Group
Jurassic 5 (founding member)
Genre
Hip-Hop / Boom-Bap
Based In
Los Angeles, CA
Status
Touring & Recording
BACKGROUND
Biography
Akil The MC is a founding member of Jurassic 5, one of hip-hop's most celebrated groups. For over three decades, Akil has delivered authentic lyricism rooted in the golden era of boom-bap, commanding stages worldwide as an MC, DJ, and performer.
With Jurassic 5, Akil helped define a sound that bridged classic hip-hop craftsmanship with forward-thinking production, earning acclaim from Coachella to Glastonbury and a devoted global following. As a solo artist, he continues to push the culture forward — releasing music, touring internationally, and collaborating with a new generation of artists who share his commitment to real hip-hop.
Beyond the mic, Akil is a DJ, community builder, and advocate for the culture, mentoring emerging artists and keeping the spirit of hip-hop alive for the next wave of fans and creators.
HIGHLIGHTS
Notable Achievements
- Founding member of Jurassic 5
- World tours across North America, Europe, Asia & Australia
- Classic appearances on records spanning two decades
- Coachella, Bonnaroo, Glastonbury & worldwide festival stages
- Collaborations with hip-hop's most respected names
DISCOGRAPHY
Music Highlights
Music catalog coming soon.
TOUR
Upcoming Shows
Jul
8
Classic Kickback & Speakeasy Present: Percee P, Akil The MC, Kool Kim, Shabaam Sahdeeq & More
The Drunken Unicorn, Atlanta, GA
Dec
31
Akil The MC Live
TBA, TBA
MEDIA
Press Photos
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