MF Doom Paper Mask
Dimensions: 250 x 195 x 136 mm
MF Doom, whose real name was Daniel Dumile, was a highly influential and enigmatic rapper and producer in the underground hip-hop scene. He was born on January 9, 1971, in London, England, and raised in Long Island, New York. MF Doom was known for his intricate rhyme schemes, clever wordplay, and distinctive masked persona.
Doom began his music career in the late 1980s as Zev Love X, a member of the hip-hop group KMD, alongside his younger brother Dingilizwe Dumile (DJ Subroc) and Onyx the Birthstone Kid. KMD released their debut album, "Mr. Hood," in 1991, followed by their second album, "Black Bastards," in 1993. Tragically, DJ Subroc passed away in 1993, which led to the group's disbandment.
Following a period of mourning and personal struggles, Doom reinvented himself as MF Doom, wearing a signature metal mask reminiscent of the Marvel Comics supervillain Doctor Doom. He adopted the persona of a supervillain, crafting intricate narratives and obscure references in his lyrics.
In 1999, Doom released his debut solo album, "Operation: Doomsday," which gained critical acclaim and helped solidify his unique style and cult following. He continued to release a string of influential albums throughout his career, including "Mm.. Food" (2004), "Madvillainy" (2004, a collaboration with producer Madlib under the name Madvillain), "Born Like This" (2009), and "The Mouse and the Mask" (2005, a collaboration with Danger Mouse).
Tragically, on October 31, 2020, it was announced that MF Doom had passed away. His death had occurred months earlier on April 23, 2020. Doom's death was met with an outpouring of grief from fans and fellow artists, as his impact on the hip-hop community was immeasurable. His legacy continues to inspire and influence countless artists in the genre.