Dublin alt rapper Khakikid drops high energy single ahead of Electric Picnic

Khakikid share a new single/video called DONT TOUCH THE CDJ’ from Irish alternative rapper KhakiKid that is dropping on Thursday!

The Dublin based artist is dropping this collaborative single ahead of Electric Picnic this weekend, KhakiKid will be performing on The Electric Arena Stage (12,000 Capacity) and he will perform the single for the first time. ‘DONT TOUCH THE CDJ’ is a high-energy, genre-defying collaboration with London based producers Aki Oke.

Blending sharp lyricism, and experimental production, the track further cements KhakiKid as one of the most exciting and original voices in Irish rap. He is still riding the wave of his acclaimed EP ‘Moanbag’, featuring the viral hit “Date Nite”, which he recently performed on The Late Late Show.

– Raised on a Council estate in Dublin

– Irish / Libyan heritage, Middle child in a family of 6

– Co signs from Anderson .Paak, Lola Young and Jessie Reyez

– Previous collaborations with Bricknasty, SOFY, and Saint Demarcus,

– Headline show at Olympia Theatre in Dublin in November

– Dazed Mag ’Ones to watch 2025’ and NME ‘100 Essential Artists’

– Influenced by Tyler The creator, Mac Miller, Bricknasty and Kojaque

– He directs and edits his music videos

KhakiKid is helping to redefine what Irish rap can sound and feel like. ‘DONT TOUCH THE CDJ’ marks the beginning of a bold new chapter.