WHAT IT IS: L.A.-based artist and producer Mk.gee, born Mike Gordon, has made waves with his debut album, Two Star & the Dream Po-lice. Praised by fans and fellow artists alike—including Eric Clapton, who raved about the buzzing artist’s guitar skills—Mk.gee is known for his spectral and intimate live performances. His debut has received significant attention, earning accolades from critics and making it onto best albums of the year (so far) lists from Complex, The N.Y. Times, NPR, Rolling Stone and Vulture. Co-signs from Tyler, the Creator, John Mayer and SZA further underscore his growing influence.
RELEASE DATE: 2/9
SINGLE: “Are You Looking Up?” “Candy”
TV: Kimmel
LIVE: World tour begins 9/2
INTERNET: 1.1m+ monthly Spotify listeners, editorial support on Indie Pop Hits, late night vibes, Pollen, more; 8.5m+ YouTube video views, 46k+ subs; 138k+ Instagram followers
RADIO: BBC Radio 1 Interview with Benjy B
PRESS: Rolling Stone (“Nothing Short of Magic”), N.Y. Times (“A virtuoso”), Pitchfork (“Nothing in contemporary music sounds quite like it”), more}
BOOKING: Arrival Artists
MANAGEMENT: Mixed Management