Stig of the Dump (rapper)
Steve Dixon better known by his stage name Stig of the Dump, is an English rapper from Newcastle upon Tyne, who built a reputation as a battle rapper in London. He lived in Spain for many years but has now returned to the United Kingdom.
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 Stig of the Dump, September 2009 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Steve Dixon |
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| Origin | Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, England, United Kingdom |
| Genres | Hip hop, dubstep |
| Occupation(s) | Rapper |
| Years active | 2006-present |
| Labels | Lewis Recordings |
Career
Stig's first major release was The Homeless Microphonist EP in 2006, followed by the Braindead 12", which featured RA the Rugged Man. He released his first full-length album, Mood Swings, in 2010. He is signed to Lewis Recordings.
Stig is a regular on the battle-rap circuits; his titles so far include two World End of the Weak Challenge Champion of Champions, two UK End of the Weak Challenge Champion,[1] UK Battlescars Champion and Jump Off Tag Team Champion.[2] He also gained notoriety for his impromptu battle with Asher D, at the film premiere of Life and Lyrics in 2006.[3] He has also appeared as a judge on Don't Flop.[4]
Discography
- The Homeless Microphonist EP (2006, Beer & Rap)
- "Braindead" 12", featuring RA the Rugged Man (2007, Beer & Rap)
- I Got Game CD single (2010, Lewis Recordings)
- Mood Swings LP (2010, Lewis Recordings)
- "Cannon Fodder EP" (2012, Lewis Recordings)
- "Record 1" (2013, Lewis Recordings)
- Kubrick (2015 Lewis Recordings)
Collaboration albums
- "Project Goon" - Legion of Goon (2017, Lewis Recordings)
See also
- Stig of the Dump - 1963 children's novel