Release Date: 2026/08/12
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Born in Japan and having spent his childhood in the U.S. and Cambodia, Kingo is a hip-hop artist whose multicultural upbringing has shaped his unique artistic perspective. Armed with bilingual lyricism in both Japanese and English, he continues to carve out his own distinctive style.
Nearly three years after his previous EP, Kingo returns with his second EP, "cheqpoint.". Consisting of six tracks, the project captures where he stands today as he navigates a new environment and a new stage of life while continuing to pursue his artistic vision. Built around club-driven production and deeply personal lyricism drawn from his own experiences, the EP presents the most authentic portrait of Kingo to date.
Released as the advance single from the EP, "push me now." (Prod. by PALMYRA) explores the pressure, frustration, and reality of chasing success when results don't always come as expected, while expressing the determination to keep pushing forward through self-belief. The track also showcases Kingo's technical prowess, culminating in a rapid-fire climax that recalls the dynamic delivery of artists such as Eminem and Busta Rhymes. Serving as the first glimpse into the world of "cheqpoint.", the single sets the tone for the EP's overarching themes.
Born in Tokyo in 1998, Kingo is a rapper and hip-hop artist based primarily in Tokyo. Although born in Japan, his experience of moving between post-war Cambodia and the United States has shaped a distinctly international perspective and story. He continues to expand his global reach through bilingual rap in both Japanese and English, as well as collaborations with artists from overseas. Drawing inspiration from a wide range of artists and genres, including Kendrick Lamar and Funkadelic, Kingo has developed a distinctive and versatile style of expression. In 2022, a video of his band-style street performance gained significant attention on Twitter, surpassing 100,000 views. His recorded work includes "Always Around," produced in collaboration with music producer A.G.O., which has been featured on numerous official playlists across major streaming platforms. In 2023, Kingo made his debut appearance at FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL 2023, performing on the ROOKIE A GO-GO stage. In August 2026, he released "cheqpoint.," his first EP in three years.
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