Skizzy mars biography
SKIZZY MARS
Skizzy Mars (born Myles Mills) is an MC based in Manhattan who specializes in jocular, melodic, slightly left-of-center rap. Born and raised in Harlem, he got into modern rock bands, later immersed himself in the output of rappers like Kid Cudi and Kanye West, and traced back to A Tribe Called Quest. While still a teenager, he uploaded "Douchebag," a track that caught some attention and prompted him to expose more material that attracted a publishing deal. A couple mixtapes, Phases and Pace, followed respectively in 2013 and 2014. The Red Balloon Project, a seven-track EP supported by major distribution from WEA, was released in February 2015 and debuted at number 35 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Skizzy Mars
American rapper
Skizzy Mars | |
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| Birth name | Myles Mills |
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| Born | (1993-06-08) June 8, 1993 (age 31) Harlem, New York, United States |
| Genres | Hip hop |
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| Instrument | Vocals |
| Years active | 2013–present |
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Musical artist
Myles Mills (born June 8, 1993), better known by his stage name Skizzy Mars, is an American rapper, songwriter, and record producer from Harlem, New York.
Early life
Mills was born and raised in Harlem, New York to his father, a therapist, and his mother, who operated two daycare centers in Manhattan. He attended an all-boys school St. Bernard's School during his elementary years and later graduated from the Browning School. Mills attended Union College to originally pursue a sports journalism major, but he dropped out ten weeks after starting classes to begin his rapping career.
Discography
Studio albums
Extended plays
Mixtapes
Singles
As lead artist
As featured artist
Music videos
References
- ^"Skizzy Mars Named 'Next Up' Artist, Preps for Minneapolis Showcase". Billboard. Prometheus Global Media. August 15, 2016. Retrieved November 27, 2016.
- ^"Skizzy Mars (Biography & History)". AllMusic. All Media Network. Retrieved November 27, 2016.
- ^ Diep, Eric (December 10, 2015). "Skizzy Mars Wants to Redefine the Sound of New York City Hip-Hop". The Village Voice. Village Voice, LLC. Retrieved November 27, 2016.
- ^Gase, Zach (September 4, 2015). "Skizzy Mars details the life of a young rapper". Sun Times National. Retrieved November 28, 2016.
- ^"Interview: Skizzy Mars Talks Indie Rock, College, and His Favorite Rapper". PigeonsandPlanes. Complex Media Inc. February 8, 2012. Retrieved November 27, 2016.
- ^ "Skizzy Mars – Chart History". Billboard.
The Man, The Myth, The Legend: Skizzy Mars
Skizzy Mars, né Myles Mills, is an American rapper, songwriter, and record producer, who graduated from Browning in 2011.
Did you develop as an artist at Browning? If so, how?
At Browning, I mainly focused on academics and sports but I definitely made music in my spare time. I kept it mostly under wraps until I was a senior and started to release music around the time of my graduation. Before that, I mainly just developed my sound and vision. Having gone to Browning, I was a good writer, but I needed to work on my rhythm, flow, etc. I spent high school doing that.
What is your most memorable moment at Browning?
I really enjoyed playing on the basketball team. The entire experience from bus rides to games to having considerable success on the court to bonding with my teammates. We had a great group of guys and coaches. At 26 and rusty as ever at basketball, I look back on those days fondly.
What were the benefits of going to an all-boys school?
I was a lot more focused than I would have been otherwise. We hung out with girls from other schools but during school hours, I didn’t have that distraction. Also, with my senior class being 25 boys, I formed some lifelong friendships. I also think the curriculum was tailored more to my personal needs and interests.
What advice would you give to aspiring artists?
Treat it like a job. Because the life of an artist can be so pliable, I think many aspiring artists take that freedom for granted. I’ve found that every extremely successful artist has a strong sense of routine and discipline. A producer once told me when I was just starting out, “If you put in part time effort, you’ll get part time results.” It’s important to respect the craft and give it the time and attention it requires if you want to give yourself the best shot at having success.
What is the meaning behind your 2019 album, Free Skizzy M
Skizzy Mars
Skizzy Mars (born Myles Mills) is an MC based in Manhattan who specializes in jocular, melodic, slightly left-of-center rap. Born and raised in Harlem, he got into modern rock bands, later immersed himself in the output of rappers like Kid Cudi and Kanye West, and traced back to A Tribe Called Quest. While still a teenager, he uploaded "Douchebag," a track that caught some attention and prompted him to expose more material that attracted a publishing deal. A couple mixtapes, Phases and Pace, followed respectively in 2013 and 2014.
The Red Balloon Project, a seven-track EP supported by major distribution from WEA, was released in February 2015 and debuted at number 35 on the Billboard 200 chart. Alone Together, Mills' proper debut album, followed in April 2016 with appearances from JoJo and Rome Fortune, among others. It landed at number 50.
Shortly after Skizzy was featured on his first major song titled "All I Could Do" by G-Eazy and Devon Baldwin. Skizzy said he got his rap name from a nickname, Skills Mills, given to him by his English teacher. He failed most of his classes in high school, except English, which he excelled at. After only 10 weeks at Union College he dropped out to chase a career as a rapper. Skizzy Mars has opened for G-Eazy on his Must be Nice tour, and for Logic on his 2013 Welcome to Forever tour. In 2016, Skizzy Mars went on his first headlining cross country tour called the Alone Together tour with fellow Rapper P-Lo.
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