Mess Kid
Introduction
Artem Emelianov (born 1987), better known by his stage name Mess Kid, is a Latvian born producer/DJ raised in Detroit, MI. He is a frequent collaborator with hip hop artist Le1f, and went on tour with him in 2013 after producing the popular track "Psy Lock." He is also involved in the fashion world, working with companies such as Alexander Wang (designer), DKNY, Dior, and Balenciaga. Mess Kid is currently based in Los Angeles. His first EP is scheduled for release in 2017.
Early Life and Career
Mess Kid was born Artem Emelianov in Riga, Latvia in 1987. His family moved to Detroit, Michigan when he was six years old. He began to take interest in music at an early age. When he turned 18 he moved to New York City and started DJ'ing at clubs like 1Oak and Beatrice. Since then he has collaborated with Giorgio Moroder, M.I.A, IloveMakonnen, ASAP Ferg and most notably Le1f, with whom he went on tour in 2013.
The Fader has released several of his original songs and remixes, such as "Assembly Line" and the recent remix of Niia's "Bored To Death." He was recognized as a "Discovery DJ" by Interview (magazine) in 2013. His first full-length EP will be released in 2017.
Style and Influences
His music takes inspiration from the underground electronic scene and incorporates a bit of Detroit’s ghetto-tech vibe.