Biography

By 14, Kura was producing, rapping, & engineering himself from his bedroom in Royal Oak, Michigan. Inspired by the Sex Pistols, Aphex Twin, & Pi’erre Bourne, he quickly gained recognition for his confident vocals, versatile flows, & dizzying melodies. Kura’s lyrics not only portrayed the rockstar life he was about to have, but also the reality & adversity he faced. Kura’s music continues to develop, reflecting his ever-evolving lifestyle, mindset, and taste. His 2020 album, Akura, helped lay the blueprint for hyperpop, featuring producers like star boy & Loesoe, who've contributed to the recent sounds of Trippie Redd, Playboi Carti, & more. Working with lumbyst, Kura’s released 2 singles: “REAL SCISSORS” & “ICEKREAM”. As frequent collaborators, the duo has plans for a 2023 joint project. During his time as Blockboy K, Kura garnered the attention of some of rap’s biggest names. At 17, he was offered the opportunity to work with Grammy award-winning rapper/producer, Pi’erre Bourne, & signed to his label, SOSSHOUSE. As a versatile producer, Kura's produced for big-names like Babyface Ray, G.T., & Veeze. He also has collaborations with Chavo, SSGKobe, Sharc, sharkboy, & more. Kura’s recent release, inspired by 1980s punk scenes, demonstrates the new direction he’s taken sonically with the help of Pi’erre's unmatched production. With each release, Kura shares his transformative journey with authenticity & vulnerability, & Born Seditionary is the next chapter in that story.