FREEZE CORLEONE
The enigmatic master of dark rap, Freeze Corleone, will perform a special concert at the Dour Festival on July 17!
Freeze Corleone, real name Issa Lorenzo Diakhaté, born June 6, 1992 in Les Lilas, Seine-Saint-Denis (93), is a French rapper of Senegalese and Italian descent. The son of a history teacher, he developed a keen interest in social issues, history and, more controversially, certain conspiracy theories, which are reflected in his lyrics.
Founder of the Ligue des Ombres collective, the elusive Freeze Corleone has established himself as a figurehead, deploying dark, incisive rap that defies mainstream codes.
From Dakar to Paris to Montreal, he cultivates a singular artistic identity.
On the commercial front, Freeze Corleone boasts impressive results: a double platinum disc for his LMF album and a platinum disc for his latest project, ADC. His works, rich in references to various universes such as Star Wars, testify to his talent as a storyteller. These successes have also earned him prestigious collaborations with renowned artists such as Central Cee, Rim’K and Gazo, consolidating his influence in the music industry.
Freeze Corleone’s visual universe is just as striking: dark album covers, minimalist music videos and elaborate aesthetics. His rare, enigmatic communication fuels impatience for his projects and reinforces his mysterious aura.
Freeze Corleone is a major figure on the French rap scene. With millions of listens on streaming platforms, he inspires a new generation of artists.
Since the resounding impact of Projet Blue Beam, Freeze Corleone has continued to seduce an ever-wider audience. With a bold style that blends darkness, geopolitics and complex metaphors, he has established himself as a singular voice in a sometimes formatted musical landscape, affirming his status as an artist not to be missed.
