J. Scott da illesT

Hailing from Linden, NJ and based in Atlanta, J. Scott da illesT is a 52-year-old rapper, songwriter, and producer who represents the essence of classic boom bap hip hop. With collaborations including Skyzoo, Bumpy Knuckles, DJ Shakim, DJ CLIF (France), and Sol Messiah, and performances across ATL, NYC, and Philly—including his self-produced Record Store Tour—he’s earned three Havoc Instawards, praise from WREK FM, and was crowned “The Boombap King” by Public Enemy’s Chuck D on his show “And You Don’t Stop.” Known for his raw lyricism, lived experience, and cultural authenticity, J. Scott da illesT’s music is a vessel for truth, transparency, and preserving the soul of the culture.​​