Blackalicious
Genres
hip-hop & raphip hophip-hop/rapalternative hip hopturntablismcontemporary hip hop
Influential: 58.02%
Fanbase: 40.81%
Trending: 66.62%
Report Date: 2025-08-16
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Total Streams
38,605
Social Media Followers
00:00:00
Hours Airplay
Scores
Score: DMDB 58.02% |
Fanbase 40.81% |
Trending 66.62% |
CAREER STAGE: MID_LEVEL
Biography
Blackalicious, known for their positive and spiritual lyrics, formed in the early '90s when founding members Gift of Gab and Chief Xcel reunited in Davis, California. The duo released their debut single "Swan Lake" in 1994 through SoleSides Records, which later became Quannum Records. In 2000, Blackalicious signed with MCA and released their full-length debut album "Nia," followed by "Blazing Arrow" in 2002 featuring various guest artists. The group took a hiatus, with Gab releasing solo albums and Xcel collaborating with Burning House, before returning in 2015 with "Imani, Vol. 1," their fourth album.
Despite a ten-year break between albums, Blackalicious members remained active in the music scene, with Gab releasing solo projects and Xcel forming Burning House. The duo also collaborated on "Imani, Vol. 1," released in 2015, featuring guest appearances from artists like Lateef, Lyrics Born, and Zap Mama. Their music continues to reflect their positive and spiritually uplifting approach, showcasing their unique blend of alternative rap.
Despite a ten-year break between albums, Blackalicious members remained active in the music scene, with Gab releasing solo projects and Xcel forming Burning House. The duo also collaborated on "Imani, Vol. 1," released in 2015, featuring guest appearances from artists like Lateef, Lyrics Born, and Zap Mama. Their music continues to reflect their positive and spiritually uplifting approach, showcasing their unique blend of alternative rap.
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Report Date: 2025-08-16
Artist Affinity estimates how strongly an artist’s audience overlaps with interest in specific brands, products, and categories. It is derived from aggregated social and behavioral signals—who fans follow, save, click, and engage with—normalized across platforms. Higher affinity suggests better partnership fit and higher likelihood that fans will respond positively to branded content or offers. Use it to shortlist natural brand partners and product concepts that feel authentic to the audience. Combine affinity with Connection Strength (ER) and reach to balance fit with impact. Treat affinity as directional—validate with creative tests and small pilots before scaling.
ER = (likes + comments + shares) ÷ audience per post
≥ 3.0% = Very Strong
2.0–2.99% = Strong
1.0–1.99% = Moderate
< 1.0% = Low
How to read it: Higher ER means a tighter, more responsive fan connection.
Pair ER with reach (views/followers) to gauge both intensity and scale. Spikes can occur during
viral moments—use 30–90 day averages for steadier context.
Connection Strength
Artist Blackalicious score
2.78% — Strong bucket.
Brand: Akai
Brand: Mixcloud
Brand: MOOG
Product: Merchandise (apparel, accessories)
Product: Vinyl records and special editions
Product: Music production software
Followers:38,605
Engagements:1,074
Rate:2.8%
Posts:269
Views:57,163
Avg Likes:1,043
Avg Comments:46
Avg Views:57,163
Audience Demographics & Key Stats
| Metric | Value | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Social Snapshot |
Followers 38,605 · Engagements 1,074 · Rate 2.8% Posts 269 · Views 57,163 · Avg Likes 1,043 · Avg Comments 46 · Avg Views 57,163 |
Combine reach (followers / views) with ER to size both impact and responsiveness; posts show cadence, likes/comments/avg views proxy content quality. |
| Age Breakdown |
25-34: 43% 18-24: 31% 35-44: 17% 45-64: 6% |
Largest: 25-34 (43%); next: 18-24 (31%) |
| Gender Split |
Female: 21% Male: 79% Non-binary/Other: 0% |
Skews male (79%) |
| Top Countries |
UNITED STATES (43%) UNITED KINGDOM (10%) CANADA (6%) AUSTRALIA (5%) FRANCE (3%) |
Top regions: UNITED STATES (43%), UNITED KINGDOM (10%), CANADA (6%) |
| Platform Engagement | Instagram: 482 avg likes/post · Youtube: 57,163 avg views/post | Best reach: Youtube 57,163 avg views; best engagement: Youtube 561 avg likes |
Top Brand Affinities
Akai
Consumer Electronics
Score: 48.86
Mixcloud
Entertainment & Media
Score: 43.14
MOOG
Automotive
Score: 25.32
Ableton
Audio & Music Gear
Score: 18.79
Pro Tools
Tools, DIY & Garden
Score: 15.62
Pioneer
Audio & Music Gear
Score: 13.97
Beats Electronics
Audio & Music Gear
Score: 13.40
Amazon Music
Entertainment & Media
Score: 12.17
Marc O'Polo
Apparel & Fashion
Score: 10.46
Everlast
Sports & Outdoors
Score: 8.88
SoundCloud
Entertainment
Score: 7.99
New Era
Apparel & Fashion
Score: 7.62
Recommendations
Products & Services
- Merchandise (apparel, accessories)
- Vinyl records and special editions
- Music production software
- Concert tickets and VIP experiences
- Collaborative music projects
- Online music lessons or workshops
- Exclusive content subscriptions
- Brand partnerships for co-branded products
Marketing Angles
- Highlight the positive and spiritual themes in their music
- Engage with fans through interactive social media campaigns
- Leverage nostalgia for 90s hip-hop culture
- Promote collaborations with other artists in the genre
- Utilize storytelling in marketing to connect emotionally
- Focus on community-building through music events
Content Themes
- Behind-the-scenes looks at music creation
- Fan stories and testimonials
- Live performance snippets
- Music video teasers
- Collaborative projects with other artists
- Interactive Q&A sessions with fans
Partnership Brands
- Akai
- Ableton
- Mixcloud
- SoundCloud
- Beats Electronics
- Amazon Music
- Pro Tools
- Pioneer
- MTV
- ESPN
- Coachella
- Nike
- Hennessy
- Carhartt
- Comedy Central
- Warner Bros
Top Brand Affinities
| Brand | Category | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Akai | Consumer Electronics | 48.86 |
| Mixcloud | Entertainment & Media | 43.14 |
| MOOG | Automotive | 25.32 |
| Ableton | Audio & Music Gear | 18.79 |
| Pro Tools | Tools, DIY & Garden | 15.62 |
| Pioneer | Audio & Music Gear | 13.97 |
| Beats Electronics | Audio & Music Gear | 13.40 |
| Amazon Music | Entertainment & Media | 12.17 |
| Marc O'Polo | Apparel & Fashion | 10.46 |
| Everlast | Sports & Outdoors | 8.88 |
| SoundCloud | Entertainment | 7.99 |
| New Era | Apparel & Fashion | 7.62 |
| DeLorean Motor Company | Automotive | 6.45 |
| Spotify Music | Entertainment & Media | 6.21 |
| Coors | Alcoholic Beverages | 5.82 |
| Jameson | Alcoholic Beverages | 5.68 |
| Paramount Pictures | Entertainment & Media | 5.57 |
| Columbia Pictures | Entertainment | 5.44 |
| Capcom | Gaming & Esports (Software/Titles) | 5.44 |
| CNN | Entertainment & Media | 5.33 |
| ESPN | Entertainment & Media | 5.27 |
| Los Angeles Lakers | Sports & Outdoors | 5.04 |
| Pacific Northwest Wonderland | Apparel & Fashion | 4.85 |
| MTV | Entertainment | 4.61 |
| Sneakerhead | Footwear | 4.61 |
| iHeartRadio Music Awards | Entertainment | 4.57 |
| Sega | Entertainment | 4.55 |
| Pilsner Urquell | Alcoholic Beverages | 4.54 |
| Kickstagram | Apparel & Fashion | 4.18 |
| Comedy Central | Entertainment & Media | 4.15 |
| Nixon | Accessories (Bags, Eyewear, Etc.) | 4.05 |
| Nice Kicks | Apparel & Fashion | 4.00 |
| Kickstarter | E-commerce & Marketplaces | 3.98 |
| NHL | Sports & Outdoors | 3.93 |
| Hennessy | Alcoholic Beverages | 3.85 |
| NBA | Sports & Outdoors | 3.79 |
| Carhartt | Apparel & Fashion | 3.77 |
| Taco Bell | Restaurants & Food Service | 3.76 |
| Coachella | Apparel & Fashion | 3.76 |
| NBC | Entertainment & Media | 3.72 |
| NFL | Sports & Outdoors | 3.71 |
| Warner Bros | Entertainment | 3.66 |
| Showtime | Entertainment | 3.61 |
| Leica | Cameras & Photography | 3.58 |
| Stüssy | Apparel & Fashion | 3.33 |
| WWE | Entertainment | 3.31 |
| Matrix | Beauty & Personal Care | 3.21 |
| Nickelodeon | Entertainment | 3.15 |
| Star Wars | Entertainment | 3.03 |
| Emporium | Apparel & Fashion | 2.88 |
Total Streams (2025-08-23)
Total: 0 — Est. Royalty: $0.00
| Platform | Total | Royalty ($) | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [+] |
Anghami |
0 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
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Audiomack |
0 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
| [+] |
Jiosaavn |
0 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
| [+] |
Last.fm |
0 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
| [+] |
Pandora |
0 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
| [+] |
Spotify |
0 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
| [+] |
Tidal |
0 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
| [+] |
Yandex |
0 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
| [+] |
YouTube Artist |
0 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
Radio Spins (2025-08-23)
| Aired At | Song | Station | Location | Duration (s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Popularity (2025-08-22)
| Platform | % |
|---|---|
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Daily Report: 2025-08-21 ? 2025-08-22
Streams: 0 ? 0 (+0.00%)
Royalties: $0.00 ? $0.00 (+0.00)
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Streams & Royalties
| Metric | 2025-08-21 | 2025-08-22 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Streams | 0 | 0 | +0 |
| Royalties | $0.00 | $0.00 | +0.00 |