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Birth name | McKinley Phipps Jr. |
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Also known as | The Camouflage Assassin Lil Mac |
Born | July 30, 1977 (age 42) New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. |
Genres | Hip hop |
Occupation(s) | Rapper |
Instruments | Vocals, sampler |
Years active | 1989–present |
Labels | No Limit, Priority |
Associated acts | Master P, Nas, Snoop Dogg, 504 Boyz, Silkk the Shocker, Soulja Slim, B.G. , Mystikal, Mia X, C-Murder |
McKinley Phipps, Jr. (born July 30, 1977),[1] better known simply as Mac, is an Americanrapper and songwriter from New Orleans' 3rd Ward. Mac began rapping as a child, releasing his debut album The Lyrical Midget at the age of 13 in 1990, under the stage name Lil Mac. Mac would eventually sign with Master P's No Limit Records and would grow to be one of the most critically acclaimed artists on the label, both as a solo rapper and as a member of the super group 504 Boyz. Mac released 2 solo albums and 1 album as part of the 504 Boyz on No Limit, including 1998’s Shell Shocked, which peaked at #11 on the US Billboard 200.
In 2001, Mac was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to 30 years in prison. He is currently serving his sentence at the Elayn Hunt Correctional Center in Louisiana. Phipps maintains his innocence, and his parents have campaigned to re-open the investigation into his case for many years.[2]
- 1Career
- 4Discography
- 5Singles
Career[edit]
Mac was born McKinley Phipps, Jr. to Sheila Phipps and McKinley Phipps, Sr. in New Orleans, Louisiana, the oldest of their six children.[3] He began his music career in 1990, and by the time he was 13 years old, under the name 'Lil Mac', he released his debut album, The Lyrical Midget. The album was one of the earliest commercial hip-hop albums to come out of New Orleans, and featured production from New Orleans producer Mannie Fresh.
Late 1990s: No Limit Records, Shell Shocked, and World War III[edit]
Lil Mac would later join the Psychoward, a New Orleans group consisting of more than 28 MCs. Psychoward is known in New Orleans for having a sound that separates itself from the usual Bounce music and gangster/hustler lyrics that typifies most of the New Orleans rap scene, rather focusing on lyricism and a sound which could be described as a 'New Orleans Wu-Tang Clan'. This made them favorites of local hip hop fans who often prefer this style to other local acts. In 1997 the group released their debut album, www.psychoward.com to acclaim, with many naming Lil Mac as the standout artist.
After rejecting an offer to move to New York and sign with Def Jam Records, Lil Mac changed his name to simply Mac and signed with Master P's No Limit Records.[4] He toured with No Limit throughout the U.S. and Europe, and made guest appearances on many other artists' albums before releasing his own. He was featured on Master P's Ghetto D, Mystikal's Unpredictable, and Mia X's Unlady Like, among others. The next year in 1998, Mac released his second solo album and first with No Limit, Shell Shocked. The album is Mac's most commercially successful to date, reaching #11 on the Billboard 200.[5] Mac again was featured on many other No Limit artist's releases that year. In 1999, he released his second album on the label, World War III. While it was still on the label, this release differed from usual No Limit releases in that it was not exclusively produced by the production team Beats by the Pound, and featured only three guest appearances from major No Limit names Master P, C-Murder, and Silkk the Shocker.[6] The album did not fare as well commercially as his first No Limit release, peaking at #44 on the Billboard 200. Mac's musical style differed from many other Southern hip hop artists in this period, and he often displayed a level of lyrical complexity that has come to be associated with East Coast hip hop.[7]
504 Boyz and later releases[edit]
World War III would be Mac's last album released on No Limit and his last solo album to date, as he would be sentenced to a 30-year prison term for manslaughter after 19 year old Barron C. Victor, Jr. died from a gunshot wound in a Louisiana nightclub in 2001. In 2000, he joined the group 504 Boyz, whose name was a reference to the area code 504. The group was a collective of other No Limit rappers such as Master P, Silkk the Shocker, and C-Murder. Mac was with the group for one album, 2000's Goodfellas, which went gold and reached #2 on the Billboard 200. He was featured prominently on the group's hit single 'Wobble Wobble', rapping the first verse and the chorus. The song reached #17 on the Billboard Hot 100.
In 2007, while Mac was still serving his prison term, No Limit released the album The Lost Tapes, which consisted of unreleased material Mac recorded with the label.
On May 31, 2012, DJ 5150 released the mixtape 'Uptown Veterans' which is compilation of Mac's greatest hits.
Personal life[edit]
Phipp’s son, McKinley Green, was born in 2002. He is married to Angelique Phipps.[8]
Legal issues[edit]
On February 21, 2000, Phipps was scheduled to perform at Slidell, Louisiana nightclub Club Mercedes, but a fight broke out before the show that resulted in Phipps allegedly shooting 19-year-old Barron C Victor, Jr. after Victor attempted to break up the fight. Phipps was arrested and charged with second-degree murder,[9] and was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to thirty years to life in prison on September 21, 2001.[10] He is currently serving his sentence at the Elayn Hunt Correctional Center in Louisiana.
In December 2014, Northwestern University's Medill Justice Project (MJP), in partnership with The Lens, published the results of a three-month investigation of Phipps' conviction, revealing that a key eyewitness at his trial gave his private investigator an affidavit in 2013 that stated she was coerced into identifying Phipps as the shooter because of investigators' threats to charge her.[11] Following Medill's investigation, David Lohr of The Huffington Post published the results of a four-month review of Phipps' conviction,[12] further revealing that four other witnesses to the shooting told the publication that they also were threatened, intimidated or outright ignored by investigators. Phipps' family has since obtained affidavits from many of the individuals in an effort to get him a new trial.[13]
On March 25, 2015, rapper Killer Mike told students at Dillard University in New Orleans that it was unacceptable for authorities to use rap lyrics in the prosecution of Phipps: 'If we let this stand, what you're going to see is that tool is going to be used to wipe out an entire potential generation of [artists] out of our community.'[14]
Phipps has applied for the Louisiana governor’s clemency in 2016, asking to be released from prison for time served. In the petition sent to the Louisiana Board of Pardons and Parole he seeks a commutation due to a 'wrongful conviction and excessive sentence', as 'evidence developed over the last two years' which includes, among other things, findings from MJP’s investigation.[15]
Discography[edit]
Studio albums[edit]
Title | Release | Peak chart positions | Sales | |
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US | US R&B/HH | |||
The Lyrical Midget |
| -- | -- | |
Shell Shocked |
| 11 | 4 |
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World War III |
| 44 | 6 |
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Collaboration albums[edit]
Dmg Rigormortiz
- Goodfellaswith 504 Boyz (2000)
Compilation albums[edit]
- Lost Tapes (2007)
Mixtapes[edit]
- Uptown Veterans (2012)
Singles[edit]
As lead artist[edit]
Year | Song | Album |
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1990 | 'I Need Wheels' | The Lyrical Midget |
1996 | 'Mad or Jealous' (featuring Storm) | Non-Album Single |
1998 | 'Boss Chick' (featuring Mia X) | Shell Shocked |
1999 | 'War Party' (featuring Magic & D.I.G.) | World War III |
1999 | 'If It's Cool' (featuring Ms. Peaches) | World War III |
References[edit]
- ^'Offender Details'. Vinelink.com. Archived from the original on 2014-03-14. Retrieved 2012-06-25.
- ^[1][dead link]
- ^'Crime Watch Daily investigates the murder conviction of rising rapper Mac Phipps'. Crimewatchdaily.com. Retrieved 23 November 2017.
- ^'Imprisoned New Orleans Rapper Mac Is Looking for Redemption - XXL'. XXL Mag. Retrieved 23 November 2017.
- ^'Mac - Biography & History - AllMusic'. AllMusic. Retrieved 17 August 2018.
- ^'World War III - Mac - Songs, Reviews, Credits - AllMusic'. AllMusic. Retrieved 17 August 2018.
- ^'Imprisoned New Orleans Rapper Mac Is Looking for Redemption - XXL'. XXL Mag. Retrieved 17 August 2018.
- ^[2][dead link]
- ^'No Limit Rapper Mac Charged With First-Degree Murder'. Mtv.com. Retrieved 23 November 2017.
- ^'Rapper convicted of manslaughter in nightclub slaying'. The Advocate. Baton Rouge, La. 2001-09-25. Retrieved 2008-09-08.
- ^'Years after rapper was convicted for killing, questions raised about his case'. The Lens Nola.
- ^'Witnesses: DA Bullied Testimony That Put Rapper Away For 30 Years'. The Huffington Post. New York, Ny. 2015-03-18. Retrieved 2015-03-26.
- ^'Bullied Eyewitnesses Blast Rapper's Wrongful Conviction, Join Family In Plea For New Trial'. The Huffington Post. New York, Ny. 2015-03-24. Retrieved 2015-03-26.
- ^'Rapper Killer Mike Deplores Prosecution Of McKinley Phipps: 'We Must Stand With Artists Like Mac''. The Huffington Post. New York, Ny. 2015-03-25. Retrieved 2015-03-26.
- ^'Former Rising Rap Star Seeks Clemency in Murder Conviction'. Medill Justice Project. 2016-09-15.
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External links[edit]
- Mac on Myspace
- Mac at AllMusic
Retrieved from 'https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Mac_(rapper)&oldid=917725868'
Back in 1993, I was introduced to the artist named DMG. First it was on Scarface's The World is Yours album on the track You Don't Hear Me Doe. Also, he was featured on the Rap-A-Lot posse track Bring it On. I remember hearing the song on Scarface's album and thinking he was very raw on the mic. As a matter of fact, he sounded very much like Mr. Scarface. I think that could be seen as a compliment.It's been a while since he has put out any music. However, I reached out to him and he was very willing and gracious to speak with me. I was able to connect with him and ask him my questions.
This was conducted over the phone 5/2014
DPG = Me
DMG = DMG
Enjoy!
DPG: Where did you find the inspiration to createyour music?
DMG: It was a natural passion. Prince used to rehearse in my grandma’s basement.
DPG: Did you grow up in a rough neighborhood?
DMG: I grew up on the turf!
DPG: When did you first discover that you were goodat writing rhymes?
DMG: I started rhyming at nine years old.
DPG: Who were the artists that you looked up to growingup?
DMG:
Minnesota Hip Hop Artists
First and foremost Scarface. Shot out to Scarface! There was NWA, Slick Rick, BrandNubian, Grand Puba, Kool G Rap, and Busta Rhymes.DPG: Didyou release any other music prior to your debut album on Rap-A-Lot?
DMG: No, but I had songs. I was actually working with King-T from the Alcoholics. He helped me put my demo together. Shot out to King-T!
DPG: How did you link up with James Prince?
DMG: I was 15 years old. J. Prince and Scarface came out to Minnesota. I was at a show with my sister. The show was over and I was in the back of the club Glam Slam. I literallybumped into Scarface. He ended up giving me his number and he asked if I had a tape. I retrieved the tapeand met back with Face. He actually told me if the tape was wack, he was going throw it out of the window and kick me out the room.
DPG: Howdid you end up on the Bring it On song?
DMG: Face and J asked me to get on it. However, it was a bad day. It was Jan 28th. This was they day MadRon died.
DPG: Yoursong You Don’t Hear Me Doe was on Scarface's album. It was unusual back them for anartist to have a song on their album that they didn’t appear on. Didhe decide it was a good way to promote you?
DMG: Faceand the Co made that decision. The Song was already done and it was hot. It was a way tofurther promote me. I was the first artist signed to Face's label. I didn’t sign to Rap-A-Lot, but the album was distributed by Rap-A-Lot. I signed to Face II Face records.
DPG: Whydid you name your first album Rigormortiz?
DMG: Bushwick Bill and I decided on that name.
DPG: As I told you in the past, your album is an instant classic.There’s just a lot of really good music on there. On the track Prelude to a Murdah, you had a beatvery similar to that of the song Gangsters Paradise by Coolio. Did you use the Stevie Wonder Pastime Paradise samplefor that track?
DMG: Yes.N.O. Joe produced it for me.
DPG: What made you chose that sample?
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DMG: N.O. played me the track and I loved it.
DPG: Also, you had a rapper by the name of Cozy K from I believethe Bay Area on there? Whydid you choose him and how did you get him on that track?
DMG: He is JR Ridah’s cousin and I metCozy in Houston.
DPG: Ithought he had a tight verse. . I don’t remember hearing him on any otheralbums. Do you know what happened to him?
DMG: No, I don't. Lets put out an APB for Cozy. Where are you? Ha!
DPG: Another song on your album was Rest in Peace featuring Big Mike. That song was about Mad Ron.
DMG: Yeah, it's dedicatedto Ron and homies; Ted Bobo, Dennis Bobo, Lilttle Furgeson-Abdul, ChristoperGayles.
DPG: Where did you get the inspiration for the posse cut Buck'em Down ft. Scarface, 2-Low, Big Mike, Mr. 3-2, and the 5th Ward Boyz?
DMG: The inspiration came from the one and only DOC. I grew up on him, He's an idol to me. The track is similar to his Grand Finale cut.
Dmg Rigormortiz Album
DPG: Are you happy with how the Rigormortiz album turned out?
DMG: I can do better. It was cool for a 15 year old. I had leftHigh School. I dropped out in tenth grade. I did end up getting my GED.
DPG: There was a huge gap between that album and your Black Roulette album. Why didn’t you release another solo project inbetween?
DMG; The reason for that was because the Facemob albums came out. Devin and I actually came into the group at the same time. Shot out to Devin the Dude!
DPG: Youwere also featured on the Geto Boys album The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly. Were you asked to fill the void while BushwickBill was gone?
DMG: That was the Geto Boys showing love towards my way. Big thanks to Face andLittle J for that.
DPG: Getting back to the Black Roulette album, wasthis an album that you truly put out?
DMG: Yes, I fulfilled my contract. It was the company's decision.I wasn't against it.
DPG: Do you feel that it lacked promotion?
DMG: Absolutely!
DPG: Did you end on good terms with the Rap-A-Lotlabel?
DMG: I have nothingill to say. Shout out to Rap-A-Lot. They gave me my start.
DPG: Istumbled across your album Chek from 2007. How did that come about.
DMG: Yeah, that was with DeMarioWalton. I tried something new. It’s a mixtape.
DPG: Whywas it only digitally released?
DMG: I got lock up so there was no further promotion. Yukmouth, my bloodbrother, helped make it possible through RoughishMusic based out of Arizona. Also, 101 Distribution with Damon Evans.
Damario lived in Arizona, and I lived out there for a while as well. Shot out to Yuk!
DPG: Youhad C-Bo on the track Riding. How did you link up with him?
DMG: That was also through Yukmouth. Bo lived in Arizona. Shot out to C-Bo. Shot out to Spice-1! He's and inspiration!
DPG: You had two label mates that passed before their time. Onewas Seagram and the other was Big Mello. Didyou know either of them personally?
DMG: I knew them verywell. Big Mello was a live dude! He was way before his time. A Musical genius. He knewall the words to most songs. He used to beat box a lot. Seagram was a raw Bay Area cat. It was an honor to work with both of them.
DPG: What's your take on rap music these days?
DMG: It’s not the same music! It moves the way it wantsto. Prepare for it to all come back!
DPG: How is the new Facemob album coming along?
DMG: It's in the works. It's moving a bit slower than anticipated. We took a song off the Facemob album titled Gangsta Rocks and put it out. Check that out! Eventually, I hope to pass the torch. But we’recoming out. We are the streets! And let me say this, Scarface is the The Hardest Ever and the Greatest of all Time (T.H.E.G.O.A.T).
DPG: Isthere anything else you‘d like to say or promote?
DMG: St. Paul stand up! Facemob Stand up! The new album it coming out! Facemob music! I have a solo with Layzie Bone coming out. I also want to say that a lot of my positive energy comes from my wife. I'm an angry dude! She keeps me positive. Shot out to my wife! I’m aFacemob gangsta!
DPG: Well, I’d like to say thank you for taking the time to speakwith me. It’s been a pleasure to speak with you. I look forward to hearing yournew albums.
DMG: For sure!
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