Kool Keith

Ever since he started rapping in the ‘80s, Bronx MC Kool Keith has been known by many names, including Dr. Octagon and Dr. Dooom. With the exception of a single major-label release (1999's Black Elvis/Lost in Space) Keith has remained independent as a hip-hop artist, harnessing his eccentric flow with the help of producers such as Dan the Automator and DJ Qbert. Continuing a holiday tradition, Kool Keith headlines a December performance in Chicago, this year moving from Logan Arcade to the larger stage at the Empty Bottle.