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BONES

BONES built a cult following by treating albums like a diary, releasing record after record that blurs the line between hip-hop and metal. His murky, lo-fi sound—equal parts Memphis rap influence and depressive shoegaze—became the blueprint for the SoundCloud underground that followed.

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TeenWitch (2014). TeenWitch is where his worlds collide most clearly, pairing icy, atmospheric beats with distorted screams. The record captures the mix of melody and abrasion that defines his best work.

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Biography

Elmo Kennedy O'Connor (born January 11, 1994), known artistically as BONES, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter from Howell, Michigan. He is also the founder of the music collective TeamSESH.

O'Connor is known for his pioneering work in sub-genres of hip-hop referred to as emo rap and trap metal. Since 2010, O'Connor has released an extensive discography and developed a large fan base. As of 2024, he has released over 100 albums, mixtapes and EPs across several aliases.

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