MP3: MAHD – “Spaz City”

Premiered by DJBooth, Motor City Rapper MAHD Spazzes Out On New Loosie, Prepares for Album Release

2.17.2015

Critical Praise for MAHD:

“…equipped with a rapid fire flow and a sharp delivery.” – DJBooth

“The up-and-coming Motor City MC makes a city known for it’s blight beam bright.” – The Smoking Section

“Like the city he hails from, MAHD’s work represents stark contrasts: grit and beauty, aggression and vulnerability.” – NYLON Magazine

The Song:

Detroit rapper MAHD continues as a force to be reckoned with, dropping his latest loose single “Spaz City” (Prod. by Yola Gang), which premiered via DJBooth, who called the track a “blazing hot offering.” With MAHD Monday’s, he’ll be releasing a series of loosies, collaborations, and singles from his upcoming album, 13. MAHD previously released the loosie “Rap Better,” which The Smoking Section premiered while praising MAHD’s raw talent, stating “Quality lyricism in Hip-Hop is a rare commodity. Yet, MAHD looks to break that mold.”

“Spaz City” is a banger driven by MAHD’s ruthless rhymes that rip through the production by Yola Gang, which features a stampeding string arrangement with a tidal wave of rumbling percussion. MAHD’s confidence is backed up by his bars, as he raps “Venom I’m spittin’ ain’t ever been written/ tried to tell ’em once, they ain’t wanna listen/ crack I’m spittin’, they ain’t wanna sniff it/ young to the old, it don’t make a difference, anyone could get it,” staking his claim one of Motor City’s toughest MC’s. MAHD has his mind focused on the game, ready to take on the hip-hop world with no room for mediocracy. He’s all about staying true to his art—focusing on sharp lyrics and delivery, taking hip-hop back to its core.

With #MAHDMondays building anticipation for the forthcoming album release, MAHD is kicking up his game in 2015. His sharp, gritty style has him hot on our radars as one of Detroit’s most innovative voices. Having been featured on VIBE, 2DopeBoyz, NYLON, XXL, and other music publications, MAHD is ready to make waves with the March 2 release of his album, 13, a project about his journey and hustle to success.

Listen to “Spaz City”: https://soundcloud.com/iammahd/spaz-city-prod-yolagang/s-UmCZL

Check out the DJBooth premiere: http://www.djbooth.net/index/tracks/review/mahd-spaz-city

Pre-order MAHD’s album, 13, on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/13/id962862105

MAHD Background:

Hailing from Detroit, the city’s newest artist MAHD is gaining momentum after releasing his first EP, MAHD ALMIGHTY. Previously, he released numerous songs and videos including “Lotus,” a cover of Jay-Z and Kanye West’s “Otis.” MAHD recently released videos for “HWPO,”“Foundation,” and “Red Lipstick,” from the MAHD ALMIGHTY EP. “Red Lipstick” has garnered positive attention from major music websites and online radio shows. MAHD has been featured on VIBE, 2dopeboyz, Kevin Nottingham, and other music publications. MAHD’s musical background stem from his talented family where he has learned the inner workings of the industry.

After writing and making songs the last several years for other musicians and himself, MAHD broke out with his single “Pretty Ladies.” The song dropped online to great reviews and the official video is featured on World Star Hip Hop. MAHD created another statement, releasing“Detroit’s Savior” in August 2013. In 2014, MAHD earned his first featured on SiriusXM’s Shade 45 radio station with the song “Godfather Favors.” MAHD is valued as a versatile artist, as witnessed by the release of MAHD ALMIGHTY and his latest music videos. MAHD often performs with his band, Fresh Londre, which includes two bass players, a saxophonist, keyboard player, and drummer. Be on the look out for MAHD’s debut album in the first quarter of 2015.