Status The Marlboto Man "In The End" (feat. Jus Allah & Krookid Hooks) [SINGLE]

Status The Marlboro Man is back with his latest underground banger - IN THE END - with Krookid Hooks and Jus Allah (formerly of Jedi Mind Tricks). The new track is a shining example of hardcore underground hip-hop in its purest form. The organic symphonic beat hosts the three emcees perfectly. Gruff delivery and thoughtful punchlines throughout - IN THE END is a perfect addition to any underground hip-hop fan's Playlist.

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Status The Marlboro Man ft. REKS & Krookid Hooks "Connoisseur"

CONNOISSEUR is the new single by Status The Marlboro Man featuring REKS and Krookid Hooks. From the second the intro starts it's undeniable that CONNOISSEUR is a head nodding banger. REKS starts the song with perfect cadence and tone. His lyrics move through the beat with precision only a veteran Emcee could master. The chorus is simple and catchy, with quick cuts and voiced samples. You will soon be chanting "Connoisseur" along with the beat. Status is the second Emcee on the track, blending battle ready punchlines and world conscious commentary. Hooks ends the song with tongue in cheek metaphors and hilarious punchlines. This is a prime example of three Emcees who have mastered their craft. 

The beat is produced by Status on the Akai MPC 2000xl. The tempo is slow but still energetic. Status is a master at producing old-school boom bap tracks with modern overtones. CONNOISSEUR clocks in a just around three minutes and is perfect for any hip-hop head's playlist, mixtape or compilation. Add this to your collection today!

Status The Marlboro Man is a pioneer in the Denver hip-hop scene and is known for creating perfect underground hip-hop, as well as promoting shows in Colorado. Krookid Hooks is a hardcore underground Emcee and digital creator who has worked with REKS, A-F-R-O, Eyvre, Status and more. Status and Hooks have collaborated with Slaine, Son Doobie, Nine, Sadat X, El Da Sensei and more. REKS is a legendary Emcee from Massachusetts and is currently dominating the underground scene with hit after hit. He has collaborated with DJ Premier, Artisin and more. Find CONNOISSEUR on all digital platforms now!

Status The Marlboro Man feat. Krookid Hooks & El Da Sensei "Too Many Styles"

 

TOO MANY STYLES is the new single written and performed by Status The Marlboro Man, Krookid Hooks and El Da Sensei of Artifacts. The collaboration came together at a show in a venue in Denver Colorado. What started as a casual conversation about hip-hop and culture cultivated to an underground - cult classic - boombap banger. TOO MANY STYLES celebrates the range and diversity in approach to hip-hop music. From the gritty storytelling of a streetwise pusher, to the boombastic boisterous art sprayed on an alley wall - hip-hop is the common place for so many different styles to merge.

TOO MANY STYLES is produced by Status on the Akai Mpc with traditional break beat drums and old-school horns. The vintage news anchor loop is a reminder of the early days of beats and rhymes. El Da Sensei brings the classic New Jersey flow with an effortless suaveness. Status is gruff and sarcastic while paying homage to the influences hip-hop has over the pen and paper. Meanwhile, Hooks hits the beat with punchlines and battle ready raps. Together the three emcees have created a hip-hop classic with modern overtones. 

Status and Hooks have pioneered the Hardcore hip-hop scene in Colorado for over twenty years. They've collaborated with legends Sadat X, Son Doobie, Nine and more. El Da Sensei is from the legendary hip-hop group ARTIFACTS, hailing from New Jersey and carrying the torch for true hip-hop fans for decades. 

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Krookid Hooks feat. Status The Marlboro Man "Doom Bap"

"Doom Bap" by Krookid Hooks featuring Status the Marlboro Man is a gritty, no-nonsense hip-hop banger that hits like a brick wall. Packed with sharp punchlines and dripping with sarcasm, the track takes aim at topics like death, religion, and pop culture with a mix of dark humor and unrelenting swagger. Krookid Hooks and Status fire off their verses with the precision of sharpshooters, delivering smart-ass quips and clever wordplay that demand multiple listens to catch every layered reference. Their irreverent approach makes "Doom Bap" as thought-provoking as it is hard-hitting, striking a balance between lyrical depth and raw energy. 

The production, crafted by Kunya, is a high-octane anthem with booming drums and a ferocious, in-your-face vibe reminiscent of M.O.P. It’s a beat built for wrecking stages and blowing out speakers, providing the perfect backdrop for the duo's relentless verbal assault. Adding to the track’s impact are the scratches by The White Shadow of Norway, whose precision turntablism adds an extra layer of dynamism and flair. The cuts serve as a reminder of hip-hop's roots while amplifying the track’s rugged, unapologetic energy. 

"Doom Bap" isn’t just a song—it’s a declaration of dominance. Krookid Hooks and Status the Marlboro Man bring their A-game, delivering verses packed with wit, grit, and personality. With Kunya’s explosive production and The White Shadow of Norway’s expert cuts, the track captures the essence of raw, unfiltered hip-hop. It’s a battle cry for fans of real lyricism and high-energy beats, cementing "Doom Bap" as a powerful anthem in the underground rap scene.

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Status The Marlboro Man & Krookid Hooks feat. Lord Goat "Know Em Out The Veins"

 

KNOCK EM OUT THE VEINS is the latest single from Status The Marlboro Man and Krookid Hooks. The new Underground banger features legendary hardcore emcee Lord Goat AKA Goretex of New York legends Nonphixion. 

The song immediately reminds one of classic 2000's Premier-esque MPC driven bangers. KNOCK EM OUT THE VEINS clocks in at just under three minutes but packs a mean punch. The no-nonsense beat, with thinking pianos and subtle organs, is more uplifting than one would expect. The drums loop perfectly allowing Goretex, Status and Hooks time to pattern streetwise metaphors and dark lessons with their uniquely distinctive rhymes. KNOCK EM OUT THE VEINS is produced by Status and will be included on his next Solo album titled STILLETTO, releasing late fall of 2024. 

 Status and Hooks have made a name for themselves in the Underground Hip Hop scene for years, hailing from Denver CO, releasing dark underground bangers regularly. They've worked with many artists including Sadat X, Nine, A-F-R-O and more. Lord Goat is one fourth of the legendary Hip Hop group NONPHIXION and has released many important solo projects. KNOCK EM OUT THE VEINS is available on all digital platforms.

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Status the Marlboro Man - You Already Know (feat. A-F-R-O & Krookid Hooks)

Produced by: Status the Marlboro Man

Video Animation/Artwork by: Krookid Hooks

Label: Kadava Records

Status The Marlboro Man feat. A-F-R-O & Krookid Hooks "You Already Know"

 Ladies and Gentlemen, allow me to introduce to you a spectacle in Hardcore and Underground HipHop. A song so Underground it's literally played in the colosseums of hell. A Boom Bap track so Hardcore it's turning cyphers into mosh pits across the globe. YOU ALREADY KNOW, a brand new song from the minds of the great emcees Status The Marlboro Man, A-F-R-O and Krookid Hooks is available now on all conspiracy blogs and occult websites across the globe. 

YOU ALREADY KNOW is the second collaboration between Status, A-F-R-O and Hooks, following the underground classic COMPADRE released in 2023. This time the trio gets dark and dirty with creature feature punchlines and murderous metaphors. The Status produced eerie intro and insidious beat are the perfect backdrop for this macabre HipHop collaboration.

Status The Marlboro Man and Krookid Hooks are anchors in the Denver Hip Hop scene. They've been releasing some of the best Hardcore Underground Boom Bap music since the early 2000s. They've collaborated with HipHop Legends Sadat X, Slaine, Nine and more. 

Status is also known for his beat production, done primarily on the Akai MPC. 

 The original cover art for YOU ALREADY KNOW is by Krookid Hooks, a professional artists in addition to being an emcee. A-F-R-O hails from California and is famous for his collaborations with Marc Polo, RA the Rugged Man and more. 

Find YOU ALREADY KNOW now on all digital platforms. 

Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/album/0n7hltQig2clvKo16be6x6?si=p4_p85gQRrWa00N8K5XFFQ

Status The Marlboro Man feat. Nine & Krookid Hooks "Put It On Wax"

 

PUT IT ON WAX is a new single by HipHop producer/emcee Status The Marlboro Man. The song features legendary HipHop Artists Nine as well as long time collaborator Krookid Hooks. The epic production and gritty rhymes come together to create an instant underground classic. 

PUT IT ON WAX is produced on the Akai MPC 2000xl using brooding symphonic hits and dirty break beats. The scratch chorus boasts the phrase "War-Time.. Put it in Wax". A fitting hook for such a hard hitting boom bap banger.

Status The Marlboro Man and Krookid Hooks have been releasing hardcore underground HipHop since the early 2000s, spearheading the Denver rap scene for over 20 years. Status and Hooks have worked with many hip-hop legends including Sadat X, Young Zee, Slaine and more. They are proud to present their latest collab with Rapper Nine. Nine has been a favorite emcee to many since the early nineties. Famous for his gravely voice and dark punchlines, Nine has helmed such classics as 'Lyin King,' 'Wutcha Want,' 'Red-Rum' and more. Nine has most recently worked with famed producers The Snowgoons. 

Find PUT IT ON WAX on all streaming platforms and look for the new album by Status The Marlboro Man coming soon. 

"Put It On Wax" Streaming Links

Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/album/1wywdpF74xl02LSTz6IY4z?si=LhaHmV1CRWavxj5wVfYINw

Apple Music

https://music.apple.com/us/album/put-it-on-wax/1759131092?i=1759131104

Status The Marlboro Man feat. Timboking & Krookid Hooks "Chime In"

 

CHIME IN is a new track geared towards Underground fans and Wu-Tang song collectors. The hardcore beat features Wu Affiliate Timboking and Denver Emcees Status The Marlboro Man and Krookid Hooks. Dark bells and heavy drums create an atmospheric loop that will get heads nodding across the globe. 

Three Hardcore Underground emcees kick three banging 16-bar verses aimed at opening the minds of true Hip Hop lovers. The track is hypnotic and mesmerizing. Fans will appreciate the no-thrill straight forward production and layout. The mediphoric bars will take multiple listens but the beat will forever stay fresh as these underground masters slice and dice their way into your subconscious. 

Timboking is famous for his work with Royal Fam, RA the Rugged Man, Rza, IAM and more. Hooks and Status have been holding down the Hardcore Hip Hop scene in Colorado for over 20 years; working with HipHop legends Sadat X, A-F-R-O, Son Doobie, Young Zee and more. Together they've created a timeless Boom Bap banger! 

Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/album/2SAO6Wg2bgCOLSoLhYsrPA?si=bZwovmpLT6mX-hAH_myb5w

Apple Music

https://music.apple.com/us/album/chime-in-single/1745936856