MF DOOM

Daniel Dumile (July 13, 1971 – October 31, 2020), best known by his stage name MF DOOM, was a British-American rapper and producer who redefined the landscape of underground hip-hop. Renowned for his intricate wordplay, signature metal mask, and "supervillain" persona, Dumile became one of the most influential figures in alternative rap during the 21st century.

Born in London and raised in Long Beach, New York, Dumile began his musical journey in 1988 under the moniker Zev Love X. He formed the hip-hop group KMD alongside his brother, DJ Subroc, and Onyx the Birthstone Kid. The group saw early success with their debut album, Mr. Hood, but faced a sudden end in 1993 following the tragic death of DJ Subroc. After KMD was dropped from their label, Dumile retreated from the public eye for several years, living in near-anonymity.