Eminem

USA, 1996–now

American rapper (b. 1972, Marshall Mathers III). Known for rapid, densely rhymed lyrics and the alter ego Slim Shady. Broke through with The Slim Shady LP (1999), produced by Dr. Dre; one of the best-selling music artists of the 2000s and among the first white rappers to gain broad critical acceptance.

Influenced by

• Dr. Dre
• Rakim
• Beastie Boys
• Run-DMC
• Public Enemy

Influenced

• 50 Cent