Who? Mike Skinner
From: Birmingham, UK
Style: Hip Hop, Garage, Storytelling
Legendary Release: “Original Pirate Material” (2002, 679 Recordings)
Labels: 679 Records (UK), VICE Records (US)
Facts: Mike Skinner renewed the British Garage sound with his classic album “Original Pirate Material” in 2002 featuring an innovative blend of beats and rhymes and hit singles such as “Weak become heroes”, "Let's Push Things Forward" and "Has It Come To This". After this groundbreaking recording Skinner released the concept album “A Grand Don't Come For Free” in 2004, which spawned the UK No.1. “Dry Your Eyes”, as well as a host of Top 10 singles went multi-platinum around the world. In 2006 he came up with “The Hardest Way to Make an Easy Living“ which debuted at number one in the UK album charts. The fourth album by The Streets will be released in 2008. Make sure to check out Mike’s weblog to stay up to date!
