Heems

Heems first gained recognition in 2008 as a member of the alternative hip hop group Das Racist, quickly becoming known for their unconventional style and lyrical content. The group achieved internet success that same year with their song ‘Combination Pizza Hut and Taco Bell.’ They released two critically acclaimed mixtapes, ‘Shut Up, Dude’ and ‘Sit Down, Man’ in 2010, both earning ‘Best New Music’ distinctions from Pitchfork and leading to national tours. During this period, Heems also founded the independent record label Greedhead Music in 2008 to manage Das Racist. He continued his prolific output with solo mixtapes ‘Nehru Jackets’ and ‘Wild Water Kingdom,’ both released in 2012.

His commitment to social commentary extends to his online presence, using platforms like Twitter to highlight issues such as xenophobia and Islamophobia. Most recently, Heems continues to expand his discography through Veena Sounds. In 2024, he released the album ‘Lafandar’ in collaboration with Lapgan. The same year saw the release of his album ‘Veena,’ further solidifying his presence as an independent artist and label head.