Open Mike Eagle

I'm Very Much a Dictator: An Interview with Open Mike Eagle

Paul Thompson speaks with the L.A. underground legend on the occasion of DOOMED!, his new album with Kenny Segal.

Aug 13 • Paul Thompson

The Rap-Up: Week of October 6, 2025

Danny Brown's new single, 8-bit autotune croaks from the UK via YT, a shit-talking showdown betwween 1900Rugrat and Rio Da Yung Og, and more.

Oct 6, 2025 • Anthony Seaman

Previous Industries (Open Mike Eagle + Video Dave + Still Rift): Above the Influence

Will Schube has Open Mike Eagle, Video Dave & Still Rift of Previous Industries choose five albums, singles, or collections emblematic of their…

Jul 18, 2024 • Will Schube

On Open Mike Eagle, the Importance of Underground Memories and "Another Triumph Of Ghetto Engineering"

'Another Triumph Of Ghetto Engineering' is a reminder that participating in underground culture is an act of resistance in itself.

Aug 30, 2023 • Son Raw

“I Think I Need Armor for Dealing With the World”: An Interview With Open Mike Eagle

Matthew Ritchie speaks to the Chicago-raised rapper/producer/comedian about exiting a deeply vulnerable era of creativity with his new project, the…

Oct 26, 2022 • Passion Weiss

A Pocket Full of Quarters: "Multi-Game Arcade Cabinet" by Open Mike Eagle

OME is no stranger to the posse cut. On his latest, he maintains the continuity of playing well with others, writes Chris Daly.

Mar 29, 2022 • Chris Daly

"My Best Songs I Think Are Made for Me:" An Interview with Open Mike Eagle.

David Brake speaks to the art-rap innovator about writing intimately personal music, being in therapy on 9/11, and whether or not rap serves as escapism…

Nov 23, 2020 • David Brake

"I’m Talking to People who Have Regular Jobs": An Interview with Video Dave

Will Schube speaks with Video Dave about his relationship with Open Mike Eagle, retiring from rap, and the freelance television industry.

Aug 18, 2020 • Will Schube

Song of the Day: "Whiskey and Push-Ups" featuring Open Mike Eagle

Will Schube offers a few words on the newest session featuring the art-rap pioneer.

Sep 12, 2019 • Will Schube

The New Danger: Open Mike Eagle and Baron Vaughn's Soundtrack

Will Schube offers some insight on the burgeoning cultural watershed moment.

Jun 6, 2019 • Will Schube

The New Negroes and the Bridge Between Hip-Hop and Comedy

In advance of the launch of "The New Negroes" on Comedy Central, Will Hagle explores the relationship between hip-hop and comedy.

Apr 17, 2019 • Will Hagle

"I Want People to Humanize Trauma": An Interview with Open Mike Eagle

Will Schube talks with Open Mike Eagle about Jeffrey Lewis, Chicago versus LA, and his new LP, 'Brick Body Kids Still Daydream.'

Oct 30, 2017 • Will Schube

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