El-P of Run The Jewels was born March 2, 1975
Written by Mister Anderson on March 2, 2023
El-P of Run The Jewels, born Jaime Meline on March 2, 1975, is a rapper, producer, and label owner from Brooklyn, New York. With a career over two decades, El-P has established himself as a prominent figure in the underground hip-hop scene. El-P is known for his unique style that blends underground hip-hop, industrial music, and dystopian themes. He has released several critically acclaimed solo albums and produced for numerous artists, including Aesop Rock and Cannibal Ox. He founded and ran the independent record label Definitive Jux, which helped launch the careers of artists like Aesop Rock and Mr. Lif. In 2013, El-P teamed up with Killer Mike to form the group Run The Jewels, which became an instant sensation and elevated El-P’s profile even further.
