Malik Elijah is UNSIGNED HYPE. In this interview, you will get first-hand insights into the independent music career of the Taunton-based artist, who talks about:

• Writing his first rap at age 12 & recording his first song over Mos Def's "Mathematics" beat
• Studying live shows by artists like Tame Impala, J Cole or Billie Eilish & applying what he sees to his own performances
• Opening up for Freddie Gibbs & the benefits this had on his career
• Dealing with & overcoming self-doubt as an independent artist

Check out Malik's song "LIGHTER FLICK" played in the intro.

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Creator, Host & Editor: Miles Zornig

Cover Design: Alfred Pierce IIIVideo Creation: Marc Willenberg