Mykki Blanco

Mykki Blanco earned an Indies Spirit Award in 2001 for founding Paint In Consciousness Experimental Theater in Raleigh, North Carolina, demonstrating an early artistic vision that would define their multifaceted career as a rapper, performance artist, and poet. Blanco further expanded their artistic reach with the publication of their debut book of poetry, ‘From the Silence of Duchamp to the Noise of Boys,’ by OHWOW in June 2011. Transitioning into music, Blanco launched their musical journey in 2012 with the release of the EP ‘Mykki Blanco & the Mutant Angels,’ followed swiftly by the mixtape ‘Cosmic Angel: The Illuminati Prince/ss’ in November of the same year. This foundational period saw Blanco collaborating with acclaimed producers including Brenmar, Flosstradamus, and Le1f.

Blanco then released the critically recognized album ‘Broken Hearts & Beauty Sleep’ in June 2021 through Transgressive Records. Maintaining a prolific output, Blanco continued their partnership with Transgressive Records, releasing ‘Stay Close to Music’ in October 2022. Their recent work includes the ‘Postcards from Italia’ EP in 2023, showcasing their evolving sound and artistic breadth. In November 2023, Blanco further demonstrated their commitment to social justice by signing an open letter advocating for a Gaza ceasefire, affirming their active role as both an artist and an activist on the global stage.