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Published on March 15th, 2020 | by Guest Contributor

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DKE Author Drops Debut Mixtape “Respect The Dark”

DKE Author connected with some major heavy hitters for his debut mixtape Respect The Dark, available now on all streaming platforms. Respect The Dark features production by Go Grizzly (Future, A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie), Hitmaka (Meek Mill, Big Sean) and Smash David (Chris Brown, Khalid). The project also boasts guest appearances by Quando Rondo, Kevo Muney and Lavish the MDK. Respect The Dark chronicles DKE’s turbulent journey in the slums of South Florida and how those experiences molded him into a man striving for a better life.

South Florida hip-hop artist DKE Author brings a level of introspection, humor and character to his music, drawing from his roots as a bonafide storyteller to craft relatable narratives over lavish soundscapes. DKE first began exploring his talents in music as part of the local church choir around the age of 8, going on to try his hand at piano, drums and guitar. Growing up, DKE was drawn to the art of taking pen to paper as he matured, experimenting with writing poetry and turning his penchant for freestyling into a way to entertain his classmates. After graduating from high school in West Palm Beach, DKE went on to attend Garden City Community College and earn a degree in Psychology. While the spirited rapper initially wanted to become a marriage counselor, DKE found he best expressed himself in his music, making the decision to focus on his artistry in a serious capacity, an organic one.

After relocating to Miami, where he is currently based, the now 23-year-old established his brand utilizing his artist moniker, with the DKE in his name an acronym for Dark Knight Empire. Drawing inspiration from medieval times, where the Dark Knight was one of the most powerful figures in the kingdom, the historic reference speaks to DKE’s propensity for making an impact. After releasing a series of loose singles, he began carving a name for himself on social media and in the South Florida scene alike. In 2019, DKE released his breakout debut single “That Guy” which generated over 2 million streams and received airplay on SiriusXM Hip Hop Nation.



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