Meet $ikario a.k.a Panemera Panama, a Panamanian native with roots in Brooklyn, currently calling Schenectady, NY, home. This multifaceted artist embodies two personas: $ikario, the hitman with razor-sharp bars, and Panemera Panama, the smooth-talking alter ego that sets the club on fire. Growing up in the vibrant borough of Brooklyn, $ikario drew inspiration from legends like Jay-Z, Biggie, Jadakiss, and more lyrical giants. His journey in music took a pivotal turn when his freestyle, the “Banned from TV Freestyle,” secured the top spot on the Funk Master Flex Freestyle contest leaderboards. Since then, he’s graced countless stages, opening for mainstream artists and DJs like DJ Dramos, DJ Self, DJ Drewski, and DJ Clue. Noteworthy performances include sharing the stage with Dave East, Uncle Murda, and Rustee Juxx. His electrifying set at the All Nations Lounge in Brooklyn even made it onto cable television, featuring fellow Brooklynite Maino. $ikario has garnered radio acclaim from hotspots like Hot 97 and Power 105 FM, with his track “Drip Like This” landing in the top 5 on Hot 99.1 FM in Albany, NY. He’s been recognized by influential blogs such as Geena Heelz, Dope Cuz We Said So, GENZHIPHOP, Indie Hip Hop, and This is 50.com. Keep up with $ikario a.k.a Panemera Panama on all social media platforms @sikariodahitman, and visit his website at www.sikariodahitman.com.
Song Review: Somebody You Love
$ikario’s latest track, “Somebody You Love,” is a captivating collaboration with none other than Benny The Butcher. This dynamic duo showcases their prowess with witty bars and impeccable lyrical abilities, painting a vivid narrative through their verses. The song exudes an old-school Hip-Hop vibe, steeped in conscious themes and grounded in the essence of BoomBap. The production quality is top-notch, with a seamless fusion of beats that resonate
