AL MAL aka AdotWAKE is an internationally touring hip hop artist based out of the city of Philadelphia PA. Born on Long Island New York, he was raised all over NY and the 5 boroughs but he's called Philly his home for almost a decade now. He has a unique sound rooted strongly in classic hardcore, conscious hip hop and he uses no profanity in his music just as some of the greats before him like the legendary Rakim. His sound is said to be similar to Vinnie Paz, NAS, WU-TANG, AOTP, or Immortal Technique but he's still known for his own raw, artistic east coast style.
To date, AL MAL has released a total of 6 different independent projects including a mixtape, several collab albums, and 2 full length studio albums. His 1st studio album titled "AL MAL", and his latest 2018 release titled "Struggle Strength". He has worked with popular artists such as Twiztid, Non Phixion, Madchild, Slaine, Slum Village and the list goes on. His most recent international solo tour included headline shows in Las Vegas, Toronto, Philadelphia, New York and many other cities throughout the US & Canada. However, things haven't always been going this good for your favorite insomniac...
He was born to 2 addicts that both got caught up in the system in the thick of the New York crack era. Both of his parents struggled with addiction until their dying days. Starting at a young age AL MAL not only grieved the loss of both of his parents, but the loss of many of his family & close friends over the years to murder, suicide, overdose, disease, and unfortunate accidents. These challenges and more that AL MAL had to Struggle through, he feels ultimately are what gives him his Strength!
AL MAL spreads his empowering story & message through his music. His lyrics are more in tune with Malcolm X’s ”by any means necessary” slogan and by many he is considered to be an anti-hero that will fight for the people. The anti-hero known as AL MAL will continue to fight to keep the true culture of hip hop alive and he will never Sleep until his goal is reached.