If the term legend ever was deserved and applied to an MC, it would be fitting for Michie Mee.She is the first Canadian MC to make an impact in the United States before Drake, Kardinal Offishall or even Maestro Fresh-Wes.
The Basement Flavor compilation released on First Priority Music featured two of the pioneer’s singles. I was in high school when the On This Mic/Victory is Calling 12” single was circulating and sought-after by the DJs and collectors of the day. Either song could wreck a party. With the co-sign of lady label mate MC Lyte at the beginning of Victory is Calling, Michie Mee and Canada were indeed victorious.
Like Backbone and Drop the Needle, Michie Mee’s singles destroyed high school dance floors and parties. At that time, those songs and artists being Canadian were after-thoughts. Now, they are at the forefront of our minds.
It was almost yesterday that Michie Mee was inducted into the Stylus DJ Awards Hall of Fame. Not too long ago, I learned that Michie Mee will be getting her own stamp along with fellow Canadian hip hop icon Maestro Fresh-Wes.
Like Backbone and Drop the Needle, Michie Mee’s singles destroyed high school dance floors and parties. At that time, those songs and artists being Canadian were after-thoughts. Now, they are at the forefront of our minds.
Congratulations again to Michie Mee for yet another crowning career achievement.
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Do you know who did the illustration, two pics from the bottom? Thanks.
Unfortunately I don't know who did that illustration. I wouldn't mind finding that out myself. Have you had any luck since?
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