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Status The Marlboro Man is back with his latest underground banger - IN THE END - with Krookid Hooks and Jus Allah (formerly of Jedi Mind Tricks ). The new track is a shining example of hardcore underground hip-hop in its purest form. The organic symphonic beat hosts the three emcees perfectly. Gruff delivery and thoughtful punchlines throughout - IN THE END is a perfect addition to any underground hip-hop fan's Playlist.

ATLAS is the new single by Emcee/Producer Status The Marlboro Man & A-F-R-O . ATLAS caries vibes of the late 90S/early 2000s conspiracy rap of the time - but with updated themes. Listen as Status and A-F-R-O trade verses about secret American policies, racists politicians, genocidal wars, alien cover-ups, nazi-esque ICE raids, assassinations, and more. The theme and mood is sad and dark, but with an uptempo/head nodding beat. The track is produced by Status The Marlboro Man on the Akai MPC 2000xl , giving the beat a warm and vintage feel. The name ATLAS has a double meaning: 1) Referring to the World's as a whole, ie an atlas.. and 2) Referencing the 600 yard long alien craft that passed through or solar system in late 2025. A fitting name for such an important song. The cover art is by Krookid Hooks and is inspired by poster art from 1950s sci-fi movies.

CONNOISSEUR is the new single by Status The Marlboro Man featuring REKS and Krookid Hooks . From the second the intro starts it's undeniable that CONNOISSEUR is a head nodding banger. REKS starts the song with perfect cadence and tone. His lyrics move through the beat with precision only a veteran Emcee could master. The chorus is simple and catchy, with quick cuts and voiced samples. You will soon be chanting "Connoisseur" along with the beat. Status is the second Emcee on the track, blending battle ready punchlines and world conscious commentary. Hooks ends the song with tongue in cheek metaphors and hilarious punchlines. This is a prime example of three Emcees who have mastered their craft.

TOO MANY STYLES is the new single written and performed by Status The Marlboro Man , Krookid Hooks and El Da Sensei of Artifacts . The collaboration came together at a show in a venue in Denver Colorado. What started as a casual conversation about hip-hop and culture cultivated to an underground - cult classic - boombap banger. TOO MANY STYLES celebrates the range and diversity in approach to hip-hop music. From the gritty storytelling of a streetwise pusher, to the boombastic boisterous art sprayed on an alley wall - hip-hop is the common place for so many different styles to merge.

"Garbage Raps & the Basement" is the brand new singles written, produced and performed by STATUS THE MARLBORO MAN . The new track is dark, catchy and hard hitting. The beat is slow but embodies classic underground hip-hop to a T. Precise drums and booming bass lay the groundwork for eerie piano notes and strings.

PEOPLE DISLIKE ME is a new track from the brand new EP "DRESSED UP And DECKED OUT" by Denver Hip-hop artists Status The Marlboro Man F/ Greybeard . The three minute track is serious in tone with a melancholy vibe and chill tempo. Meticulous pianos and strings, accompanied by live bass guitar and perfectly placed drums lays the backdrop. The lyrics are conscious and pointed, exploring the tribulations of the haves and have-nots.

"Doom Bap" by Krookid Hooks featuring Status the Marlboro Man is a gritty, no-nonsense hip-hop banger that hits like a brick wall. Packed with sharp punchlines and dripping with sarcasm, the track takes aim at topics like death, religion, and pop culture with a mix of dark humor and unrelenting swagger. The production, crafted by Kunya , is a high-octane anthem with booming drums and a ferocious, in-your-face vibe reminiscent of M.O.P. . It’s a beat built for wrecking stages and blowing out speakers, providing the perfect backdrop for the duo's relentless verbal assault. Adding to the track’s impact are the scratches by The White Shadow of Norway, whose precision turntablism adds an extra layer of dynamism and flair.

KNOCK EM OUT THE VEINS is the latest single from Status The Marlboro Man and Krookid Hooks . The new Underground banger features legendary hardcore emcee Lord Goat AKA Goretex of New York legends Nonphixion . The song immediately reminds one of classic 2000's Premier -esque MPC driven bangers.

Denver, CO producer & emcee Status The Marlboro Man shares his album "Gods Illa" , that features 14 tracks with guest appearances by Krookid Hooks , Timbo King , Manic , and Son Doobie .

PUT IT ON WAX is a new single by HipHop producer/emcee Status The Marlboro Man . The song features legendary HipHop Artists Nine as well as long time collaborator Krookid Hooks . The epic production and gritty rhymes come together to create an instant underground classic.

GODS ILLA is the title track from the new album by Underground emcee and producer Status The Marlboro Man . This is dark Underground Boom Bap at its finest. Metaphoric punchlines and gruff delivery spearhead this banger into the Underground scene like a torpedo. Brooding violins and classic drum loops set a soundscape reminiscent of a 1930s gothic horror film. Status is an avid user of classic beat making equipment, and the gritty production on Gods Illa proves why sometimes the classics are better. Gods Illa is produced on the Akai MPC 2000xl . Fans of Jedi Mind Tricks , Nonphixion and Gravediggaz will appreciate the dark sound and subject matter. The title Gods Illa is a play on words, referencing both the Godzilla movies and Christian authoritarianism .

CITY'S COLD HEARTED is a new single by Emcee Status The Marlboro Man . The song is written and produced by Status on the Akai MPC 2000XL . Don't be fooled by the uplifting piano melody, catchy chorus and radio friendly drum pattern - City's Cold Hearted is as hardcore as it gets.

CHIME IN is a new track geared towards Underground fans and Wu-Tang song collectors. The hardcore beat features Wu Affiliate Timboking and Denver Emcees Status The Marlboro Man and Krookid Hooks . Dark bells and heavy drums create an atmospheric loop that will get heads nodding across the globe. Three Hardcore Underground emcees kick three banging 16-bar verses aimed at opening the minds of true Hip Hop lovers. The track is hypnotic and mesmerizing. Fans will appreciate the no-thrill straight forward production and layout. The mediphoric bars will take multiple listens but the beat will forever stay fresh as these underground masters slice and dice their way into your subconscious.

The Remix to the underground posse cut DARK AVENGER featuring Son Doobie is here! With the new beat Status The Marlboro Man capturers the underground funk and bravado of the early 90s transforming the dark lyrics into tongue and cheek punchlines. Fans of early Funkdoobiest will be in-tranced with the horns and dusty bass.

"Harvey" is written and produced by Status the Marlboro Man . The beat was produced on the Akai MPC 2000xl . The title is in reference to the Batman villain known as Two-Face , whose real name is Harvey Dent . In Harvey 's comic arch, Two-Face starts off as a righteous man who fights injustices but is wronged and later becomes a ruthless killer. There's a line from the Dark Knight film in which Harvey Dent explains that heros either die or live long enough to become the villain. In Status The Marlboro Man 's track "Harvey" , the line is sampled as the intro, setting up a scenario in which a super power, once revered, has become so vicious over time that they're unaware they've become the bad guy in their fight. Stream / Purchase the single and enjoy!!!

Status the Marlboro Man shares the single "Dark Avenger" , that features original Soul Assassin Son Doobie of Funkdoobiest , with Status ,  Krookid Hooks and The Manic of Denver collective Bagz of Dagga . The intro was recorded over the phone from prison by N8H8 of Bagz of Dagga , who is currently incarcerated. Son Doobie is a West Coast Legendary Emcee and B-Boy, Founder of Funkdoobiest , and Host of The Dr. Greenthumb Podcast with B-Real . Status , Hooks and Manic are groundbreaking emcees from North Denver, who have spearh-eaded the Hardcore Hip Hop scene in Colorado for over 20 years. Be on the look out for the remix coming very soon.

DRAWING DEAD (HENRY ROLLIN) is an Underground Hip Hop track by two of Denver's most prolific veteran Emcees. Status The Marlboro Man and Greybeard have teamed up to show the true underground heads what Hardcore Hip Hop sounds like at its best. The hype and almost uplifting beat features rhymes full of punchlines and one liners. The beat was produced entirely on the Akai MPC , giving the track a nostalgic warmth and sound. The title and chorus pay tribute to punk rock legend Henry Rollins. The fierce rhymes and confrontational delivery by Status and Greybeard bring energy reminiscent of Rollins' in-your-face vocals as front man of the band Black Flag . You'll be yelling HENRY ROLLIN along side Status and Greybeard upon your first listen. Status The Marlboro Man is best known for his work with AFRO , SADAT X & KROOKID HOOKS while Greybeard has been making the rounds with underground legend Murs . You can find this track and more on the EP DRAWING DEAD , a...

"SFYL" aka "Screaming For Four Life" - Written and Produced by Status The Marlboro Man is Available Now on All digital platforms. No-noncense production and deep lyrics give this underground classic a level of maturity not heard in many Underground Hip Hop tracks. The violins and deep bass compliment Status's deep voice and gruff delivery. Status The Marlboro Man is an Emcee and producer from the mile high city. Status has been releasing quality hardcore Hip Hop for 20 years. He has worked with legends Sadat X , Pacewon , Slaine and more. Add this to your playlist today and keep a lookout for more great Hip Hop from Status The Marlboro Man coming in 2024.

Drifters, Saloon Drinkers and 2-bit Card Hustlers watch out! Here comes 'VAL KILMER' - The most rootiness/tootiness Hip-Hop track to be released in 2023. As the name suggests, 'Val Kilmer' features three straight shooting Emcees in a western style posse cut over a dusty trail - I mean beat. 'VAL KILMER' (produced by Status The Marlboro Man ) hails from the minds' of Denver Hardcore duo Hooks and Status with the help of HipHop Legend and Brand Nubian member SADAT X . Revisit a simpler time when Wild Cowboys ruled the Hip-Hop plains.

BLACK PHONE , written and produced by Status the Marlboro Man is an instant underground banger from Denver Emcee/producer Status . The track is remeniscent of simpler times when MPC produced beats ruled the radio and rappers had substance. Status writes about the changes in the world and his neighborhood stemming from gentrification and growing up. The title is borrowed from the North Denver set horror movie of the same name starring Ethan Hawke . Remember when you had to actually remember a phone number before cell phones and social media? Black Phone will remind you.  Stream / Purchase the single below and enjoy!!!