GoldLink

GoldLink is an American rapper and singer recognized for his distinct ‘future bounce’ sound and contributions to the DMV hip-hop scene. After gaining initial recognition with his critically acclaimed debut mixtape, The God Complex, released in July 2014, GoldLink quickly established himself as a distinctive voice in hip-hop. The God Complex was hailed by Complex as one of the best releases of the first half of 2014 and featured on best hip-hop album and mixtape lists by Spin and Clash, further earning a 7.9 rating from Pitchfork Media. His career trajectory accelerated in 2015 with collaborations alongside legendary producer Rick Rubin, culminating in his selection as an XXL Freshman.

‘Crew’ also earned GoldLink a prestigious Grammy Award nomination for Best Rap/Sung Performance at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards in 2018. He then released his highly anticipated debut album under RCA, At What Cost, on March 24, 2017, which debuted at number 128 on the US Billboard 200 chart. GoldLink continued to expand his collaborative reach, including a feature on Christina Aguilera’s song ‘Like I Do,’ released on June 7, 2018, which subsequently received a Grammy Award nomination for Best Rap/Sung Performance at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards in 2019. His second studio album, Diaspora, released on June 12, 2019, further solidified his industry presence by entering the Billboard 200 at number 77.

Demonstrating his versatility and widespread appeal, GoldLink has also collaborated with a diverse array of artists such as Tyler, the Creator, Jay Prince, Bibi Bourelly, and Khalid. His third studio album, Haram!, was released on June 18, 2021, showcasing his evolving artistic vision. GoldLink is currently preparing for the release of his anticipated fourth studio album, Enoch, slated for May 30, 2025, promising to further advance his distinctive sound and celebrated career.