Milli Banks

It’s a dope climate to be a woman in today’s rap music industry. But it’s important to remember that a major record deal with a label, or even the “Queen of Rap” title, are not the only end goals for Black women who have chosen music as one of their creative outlets. In fact, there is a huge gray area inhabited by people like Milli Banks. The multi talented Los Angeles native, has an enormous vision and is flexing her muscles as a rapper, creative and visionary. A bona fide jane-of-all-trades, Milli understands there are many routes to “making it.” If nothing else, she 's out to prove that for independent female artists, that there are levels to this sh*t. Born Alexzandria Duncantell the youngest of 9, says her LA roots by the way of her experiences on the east coast played a major role in her vision for herself. At a young age, Milli knew rap was what she aspired to do. Having spent the majority of her formative years moving around a lot, music became her first language. Milli has everything from upbeat energy to style and has plans to change things up, showing versatility to broaden her market and fan base. Although Milli will have many critics, there is one thing they will all agree on, and that is through her music, her bigger than life personality, and unbelievable live performances, this young lady is destined for greatness.