Big Makk's peers already knew the Orlando-based producer born Samisoni Koroitamudi was going to do big, big things, and an LP released a week after his untimely death in Casselberry, Florida proves that.
"He was the most humble and down to earth human being even though everyone knew he was destined for greatness," Tampa's DJ Ku told CL in a statement after news of the fatal automobile accident came to light.
The new LP, titled The Makk Tape, shares some of that potential. It was slated to be his next release.
"Sam, he had 3 loves in his life; His Family/Friends, His Music, & His Shoes (mainly Vans)," wrote his management in a Soundcloud post. "We also know there is nothing more he would have wanted than for everyone to listen and share this music as was planned. We miss you Sam and we couldn't think of a better way to honor your beautiful soul than to have your music live on forever."
Listen to the effort below. Proceeds from sales on iTunes will benefit Big Makk's family.
This article appears in Sep 8-15, 2016.