A pioneer for Elko, Nevada’s Hip-Hop music scene. ILL ZakieL is one of if not the first rap artists to make it onto Elko’s local radio waves with his hits “NV Summertime” and “Nevada Love” ILL made his name by staying close to his roots and paying homage to the state that raised him. He’s since had songs placed on several radio stations across the country. Also probably the first rapper to headline his own shows in Elko and sell shows out as a headliner dating back to 2014! He’s played a key roll in the growing local rap scene having his hand in almost everything rap related. From engineering, recording, mentoring and producing virtually everyone and anyone in town making Hip-Hop music or doing local shows today. On his own he’s produced an immense amount of work so far, 7 studio albums, 2 EP’s a plethora of singles and collaborations and another album in the works, totaling over 160 songs. 6 million combined plays across all platforms and over 10 million video views on social media. Tour life being a staple in his growing fan base ILL has toured North America. 175k online followers and listeners, and growing. ILL has worked with many of Hip-Hops underground heavyweights such as Dizzy Wright, Kid Frost, Misfit Soto, ¡Mayday! , Kung Fu Vampire, Apathy, Celph Titled, Mr Capon-E, Snow Tha Product and more. He’s shared stages with Ludacris and Jelly Roll. Work hustle grind is a lifestyle for this seasoned vet in the game.