Mike Sherm

Mike Sherm has cemented his legacy in the Bay Area rap scene, with anthems like “Add Me Up” and “Blue Faces” still being blasted through speakers across California and beyond. It was 2017 when I first witnessed the opening piano chords of “Asshole” act as a magnetizing song, pulling everyone onto the dance floor to sing every ratchet verse word for word. Sherm isn’t gang-affiliated, but he’s about that life, and his flow and lyrics showcase his pursuit of money and street respect. Sherm claims he’s just talking and not rapping, but his style is consistent with the current Cali rap sound, featuring resonating piano chords and explosive bass that will rattle and clip your audio devices.

Mike Sherm • Thu, Jan. 23 at 8 pm • $40-$70 • All ages • Knitting Factory • 919 W. Sprague Ave. • sp.knittingfactory.com