This episode of Gems with Shom features Mikey D, the Queens MC, battle rapper, and member of Main Source and LA Posse.

Mikey D and Shom get into his early years coming up in Laurelton, Queens, discovering rap, and building his reputation as one of Queens’ most respected battle MCs.

The conversation explores LA Posse, working with the legendary Paul C, joining Main Source, the New Music Seminar Battle for World Supremacy, and stories about LL Cool J, MC Shan, Kool G Rap, and Melle Mel.

🎙 In this episode, we dive into:

• Growing up in Laurelton, Queens
• Battle rap and the New Music Seminar
• LA Posse and Paul C
• Joining Main Source
• LL Cool J, MC Shan, Kool G Rap, and Queens legends
• Creativity, authenticity, and leading a life focused on music over the years

For fans of battle rap, Main Source, LA Posse, Paul C, Queens hip-hop, golden era rap, and deep hip-hop culture, this is a real gem.