Murs

A true rap icon from the sun-drenched streets of Los Angeles, Murs(Opens in a new window) brings a raw and unfiltered voice to the culture of hip-hop. With roots in the vibrant indie scene of the late 90s and early aughts, he stands as a testament to authenticity and lyrical brilliance. He began carving his path with compelling narratives and a distinctive sound with the Living Legends collective. He solidified his legendary status in 2004 with the release of his album Murs 3:16, produced by 9th Wonder and released under El-P’s Definitive Jux label. From there, he was picked up by Warner Bros., where he released Murs For President. Inspired by the legends like Tupac Shakur and his contemporaries, Murs's music is a fusion of introspective narratives and socially conscious themes, drawing inspiration from the golden era of hip-hop and beyond. He, in turn, influenced the next generation of hip-hop artists, sharing the stage with and collaborating on songs with new-school leaders like Kendrick Lamar, Mac Miller, and Rapsody. He’s respected by OGs in the game as well having rocked songs and shows with rap veterans like E-40, Snoop Dogg, and Warren G.

Over his illustrious career, Murs has released numerous critically acclaimed albums, performed with numerous tours and festivals, and gained a dedicated following. Along the way he cofounded his own festival, Paid Dues, in conjunction with Guerilla Union. 2016 saw him make hip-hop history by setting a Guinness World Record for rapping for 24 hours non-stop during a Twitch livestream. In late 2023, he began releasing his weekly Best Rapper In LA (BRILA) podcast, which garners nearly 3,000 downloads per episode. This December, he celebrated the BRILA one-year anniversary with a sold-out live recording of the podcast in his hometown.

Currently, Murs is making rounds on his last nationwide headlining tour, promoting his final album, Love and Rockets 3:16. After almost 30 years of touring and releasing music, the husband and father of four is switching his focus to family.