Mike DFG and Your Stepdad Join Forces on Their Ambitious New Collaborative Single $EVEN (7)

New Music

May 13

Chicago, IL, April 8, 2026 – $EVEN (7) is a high energy rap collaboration between duo Mike DFG and Your Stepdad, with support from Chicago’s LSD Studios and StudioSHAPES, capturing the raw sound of the #NEWCHICAGO scene featuring two of the most notable driving forces behind the movement. Driven by hard hitting production and confident punchline flows the track reflects ambition momentum and street energy. The two artists bring distinct styles that create a sharp back and forth keeping the record engaging from start to finish. In Mike’s words, this project was meticulously designed to capture “ambition” and “street confidence”. It comes one month after Mike dropped his highly regarded Detonated Free$tyle, which has since risen to be his most popular recent track on Spotify. Some can’t help but wonder, what might be in store for the future of Mike DFG’s discography?

Artist Biography

Mike DFG is a powerhouse from Chicago’s West Side, blending raw storytelling with anthemic energy to become one of the city’s most versatile and prolific artists. Known for his distinct voice, genre-spanning catalog, and captivating stage presence, he’s carved a lane that’s as dynamic as the city that raised him. His music reflects both the struggle and the soul of Chicago – unfiltered, unapologetic, and unforgettable. He solidified his sound with two of his most ambitious releases to date: the self-mixed and mastered Line of Fire EP and his debut mixtape Love Letter To The West, which immediately turned heads across the city upon its release. From performances at legendary venues like Metro, Reggie’s, Subterranean, SXSW, Riot Fest, and Lollapalooza, Mike’s live shows prove he’s not just next up – he’s here.

Outside the booth, Mike DFG is deeply rooted in his community. He serves on the Recording Academy’s Chicago Chapter Grammy Board, is a proud member of the John Walt Foundation, and runs his own non-profit known as Bigger Than The City, a platform dedicated to uplifting local creatives and giving them real opportunities to be seen and heard. His impact goes beyond music, proving he’s not just building a career – he’s building a legacy in real time.