Macklemore

Benjamin Hammond Haggerty (born June 19, 1983) was born in Seattle, Washington, United States. He is an American rapper. He is professionally known as Macklemore. His journey began in the early 2000s, marked by the release of several independent works, including "Open Your Eyes" (2000), "The Language of My World" (2005), and "The Unplanned Mixtape" (2009), under the moniker Professor Macklemore. However, it was his partnership with producer Ryan Lewis that catapulted him to global recognition.

Collaborating as the duo Macklemore & Ryan Lewis from 2009 to 2016, the pair achieved unprecedented success. Their breakout single, "Thrift Shop" featuring Wanz, dominated the charts in 2013, topping the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. Notably, the song's ascent was remarkable as it marked a departure from the traditional industry model, with Macklemore's unique contract allowing him to maintain creative control while leveraging the promotional support of Warner Bros. Records...Read More »