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.

Not to be confused with Stigg of the Dump.

Stig of the Dump
Stig of the Dump, September 2009
Background information
Birth nameSteve Dixon
Also known as
  • King Grizzly
  • Piff Rhys Jones
OriginNewcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, England, United Kingdom
GenresHip hop, dubstep
Occupation(s)Rapper
Years active2006-present
LabelsLewis 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
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See also

References
  1. "End Of the Weak MC Challenge – Born in NYC: A Global Hip-Hop Competition – End of The Weak". Eodub.com.
  2. "Stig Of The Dump". Facebook..com.
  3. "Ashley Walters aka Asher D vs Stig in MC Rap Battle at Jump Off". YouTube.
  4. "DON'T FLOP - Rap Battle - Jonny Storm Vs Charron". YouTube.


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