FM Duke broke into the industry by participating in an underground grassroots movement around Cincinnati, OH. Guided by midwest distributor Judy Jones who also introduced him to Quincy “Big Heff” Taylor.
Over the past 5 years he has been a part of the “Street’s Most Wanted Tour” as well as throwing showcases and parties. In addition, Duke is involved in the Boys to Men program for the youth to show them how to do some of the basic things men need to know how to do such as give themselves a shave or tie a tie. He also does an apprenticeship program through his construction company.
“I didn’t just get here, I’m the OG, so if you didn’t know me then, you know me now!” FM Duke said.
Currently, FM Duke is a part of Capital Structure Entertainment, an independent record label. The label is extremely busy with the recent releases of Ty Bri and DJ Ryan Wolf. However, Duke also has a Cincinnati project he is working on, an EP that showcases three young Cincinnati artists.
After meeting at a show in Cinncinatti, FM Duke and Layzie Bone decided to collaborate on a track.
“The mix of pain, struggle, and evironmental elements make up the gritty Midwest flavor we have come accustom to” – FM Duke
“Get This Money” is now available on all streaming platforms.
Stay tuned for more coming soon from FM Duke.
For more information on FM Duke, check out his social media pages below:
Instagram: @ogfmduke
Twitter: @mrBTC