Killer Mike

After Killer's sophomore release, Ghetto Extraordinaire, was shelved, and he had business disagreements with friend and label head Big Boi, it'd be understandable if Outkast's top lieutenant sounded bitter on his independently released double album. Instead, Killer Kong showcases his newly formed Grind Time Rap Gang, with "Sag's 'n Flags" showing S.L. Jones' star potential when his smooth flow collides with the menacing bassline. On his own, Killer uses black humor with sped-up soul samples ("Dueces Wild") and keen introspection ("Comin Home Atlanta") to entertain, whether speaking on the rap or crack game. Bang, Bang, Bang!