MF DOOM’s story is unlike any other in music history. In this episode of Gems with Shom, SKIZ—writer, music producer, and author of The Chronicles of DOOM: Unraveling Rap's Masked Iconoclast [Astra Publishing House] takes us deep into the life of the masked supervillain.

From his early days with KMD and the tragedies that nearly ended his career, to his reinvention, the Madvillainy masterpiece, and his underground-to-global cultural impact, we explore how DOOM became one of the most original and influential artists of all time.

We also dive into SKIZ’s own life as a multi-hyphenate creative, world traveler, and lifelong learner, sharing his perspectives on artistic independence, freedom, and building a life around doing what you love.