Mike Kosa

About

Rapper and music producer esteemed for having pioneered the underground Pinoy hip-hop music scene and for co-founding Dongalo Records along with fellow rapper and former manager Andrew E. Throughout his performing career, he became best known for studio albums including "Ako ang Hari ng Sabi" and "Mga Grupo ng Liberal." He also earned recognition for his victory in Fliptop, the Philippines' largest and longest-running professional rap battle league nationwide.

Before Fame

After he began rapping at the age of 16, he first gained fame through the Rap Olympics freestyle challenge by IBC 13 and Destiny Cable, where he became a finalist in the Freestyle Battle. Also competing as Dos Talentos with DJ Jon DMJ, the duo's prison-inspired orange jumpsuits helped them win the challenge's award for Best Costume.

Trivia

He made his official debut in April of 2006, with the release of his track "My Game." The track reached the #1 spot on local music charts. In his hometown of Tondo, he was declared the "King of Pinoy Rap" for the substantial contributions he made to the style and its acceptance as a respected genre. 

Family Life

His birth name is Michael Castro. He and his wife are the parents of three children, including two sons and a daughter. 

Associated With

He has collaborated with an extensive list of renowned artists throughout his career, including rappers Nik Makino and Skusta Clee, to name a few.ee7789