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“I've been approached by major labels every single year of my existence as an artist. Since 1996.”

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El-P, born Paul Demers, is a Canadian-born American hip-hop artist and music producer. Known for his unique style and profound lyrics, he is a significant figure in the New York underground hip-hop scene. Active since the mid-1990s, El-P's music blends hardcore hip-hop, industrial music, and experimental electronic elements, profoundly influencing later hip-hop music. more

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