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Divine Council was an American rap group originating from Richmond, Virginia. They were made up of artists Cyrax!, ICYTWAT, Lord Linco and $ILKMONEY who was named to Rolling Stone‘s “10 New Artists You Need to Know” in 2016.[1] The group’s single “P. Sherman (PS42WW$)” peaked at #1 on the Billboard Spotify Viral 50 chart in May 2016,[2] with the release of their Gold debut EP in August that same year.[3]

Divine Council
Background information
Also known asDB$B • DivCo • DirtbagShawtyBwoyz
OriginRichmond, Virginia
GenresExperimental Hip-hopR&B
Years active2013 – 2017
LabelsEpic Records
MembersCyrax!
$ILKMONEY
Past membersICYTWAT
Lord Linco
Websitewww.council-world.com

History

The idea for Divine Council started with Virginia-based rapper Lord Linco.[4] He was then joined by Cyrax! and $ILKMONEY, two other Virginia-based rappers.[4] The group released several tracks including Shorty and FOOLIE with most of the group’s production handled by ICYTWAT. The group then gained recognition in the underground hip-hop scene and amassed a large following on social media.[5]

Divine Council played local gigs around the Richmond area prior to getting a New York show for CMJ‘s “Leaders of the New Cool” artist showcase in October 2015, founded by Chris Turner & Dominique Maldonado of Hollywood East ENT .[4] In New York, they met André 3000 who introduced himself as a fan of the group. Divine Council managed by Chris Turner & Dominique Maldonado later signed with Epic Records with André 3000’s endorsement.[4] The group played SXSW and Rolling Loud in 2016[6] and released their debut EP on Epic Records in August that same year.[7]

In September 2017, ICYTWAT stated that he was no longer a member of Divine Council and hasn’t been actively a part of the group since July, he has also stated that Cyrax! and $ILKMONEY are the only remaining members of Divine Council although this hasn’t been confirmed by either member.[citation needed]

Later in 2017 Linco confirmed his departure from the group on Instagram Live, stating he and ICYTWAT remain close friends. Linco stated his departure had to do with a girl he fell in love with and should not have, admitting his group mates were right all along. ICYTWAT’s departure from Divine Council remains a mystery and he has avoided the question in interviews but neither has removed their DB$B tattoos. $ILKMONEY talked about Linco’s departure on the song “BAF” off his solo album, I Hate My Life And I Really Wish People Would Stop Telling Me Not To, stating that he still views him as a brother and their feud does nothing for either party. Cyrax! has remained silent on the matter, but wishes his former group mates well in their respective careers.[citation needed]

Sometime in 2018, Divine Council was dropped by Epic records, with several tracks and their debut album all going unreleased. Only small leaks are available online. Some suggest it had to do with Linco and ICYTWAT leaving the group, while some claim it was a mutual departure on both sides.[citation needed]

As of April 2020, Cyrax! and $ILKMONEY have both released solo projects that have been well received by the fans, with the idea of carrying on the Divine Council name. Since leaving Divine Council, Lord Linco changed his name to Loveybone and released a solo album. His career has been strained by frequent stints in prison since 2018.[citation needed]

There are no public plans of an album or group reunion, however ICYTWAT has stated he would be interested in returning under the right circumstances.[citation needed]

ICYTWAT has the letters DB$B tattooed on his right hand. In August 2022 ICYTWAT posted pictures to Twitter and Tumblr showing his updated hand tattoos. The new photos show both B’s and the D in DB$B have been crossed out with a red X. The $ still remains.[8][9]

Discography

EP’s

List of EP’s
TitleAlbum details
Council World
  • Released: 1 August 2016
  • Label: Epic Records
  • Format: Digital Download
DBSB
  • Released: 29 April 2017
  • Label: Epic Records
  • Format: Digital Download

Singles

TitleYearPeak chart positionsAlbum
Spotify Viral 50
“P. Sherman (PS42WW$)”20161[2]Non-album single

Cyrax’ Discography

List of EP’s
TitleAlbum details
Lone Bwoy
  • Released: 1 July 2015
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
Stay Active
  • Released: 1 September 2018
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
Stay Active 2
  • Released: 26 February 2020
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download

$ilkmoney’s Discography

List of EP’s/Mixtapes
TitleAlbum details
Wan Lovey: A Love Story EP
  • Released: 11 June 2015
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
I Hate My Life and I Really Wish People Would stop telling me Not
  • Released: 11 December 2018
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
G.T.F.O.M.D: There’s Not Enough Room for All You Motha Fuckas to Be on It Like This
  • Released: 15 December 2019
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
Attack of the Future Shocked, Flesh Covered, Meatbags of the 85
  • Released: 20 May 2020
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
I Don’t Give a Fuck About This Rap Shit, Imma Just Drop Until I Don’t Feel Like It Anymore
  • Released: 15 November 2022
  • Label: DB$B Records
  • Format: Digital Download

Lord Linco’s Discography (Past Member)

List of EP’s/Mixtapes
TitleAlbum details
Unlit
  • Released: 19 October 2013
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
Dutty
  • Released: 13 December 2014
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
Moonchild EP
  • Released: 2015
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
Yardie EP
  • Released: 7 February 2015
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
LHDY: The Sessions EP
  • Released: 15 August 2015
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
Love Hard, Die Young
  • Released: 21 November 2015
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
Virgo EP
  • Released: 2016
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
Love Hard, Die Young 2 EP
  • Released: 8 March 2018
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
After i Self Destruct
  • Released: 27 July 2019
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download

ICYTWAT’S Discography (Past Member)

List of EP’s/Mixtapes
TitleAlbum details
Hawaiian Juug
  • Released: 25 March 2014
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
Cyber Palace
  • Released: 4 June 2014
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
i c y C a t h e d r a l
  • Released: 25 July 2014
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
06 Elegance
  • Released: 28 November 2018
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
Fendi EP
  • Released: 1 January 2015
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
Dior Junts
  • Released: 14 February 2015
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
I Think Im Fabo EP
  • Released: 2015
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
Stain EP
  • Released: 2015
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
Im High as a Bitch,Lol
  • Released: 7 August 2015
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
Throwaway EP
  • Released: 2016
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
Milk
  • Released: May 12, 2017
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
FUBU Vs TWAT EP
  • Released: 2 March 2018
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
Dream Bwoy EP
  • Released: 25 May 2018
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
Good Pussy EP
  • Released: 2 November 2018
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
G4ost EP
  • Released: 19 February 2021
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
Siddhi
  • Released: 28 January 2022
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download
Siddhi World
  • Released: 23 September 2022
  • Label:
  • Format: Digital Download

References

  1. ^ “10 New Artists You Need to Know: June 2016”. Rolling Stone. 15 June 2016. Retrieved 5 August 2016.
  2. ^ a b “Spotify Viral 50 – May 21, 2016”. Billboard. 21 May 2016. Retrieved 5 August 2016.
  3. ^ Simmons, Ted (29 July 2016). “Divine Council Releases ‘Council World’ EP”. XXL Mag. Retrieved 5 August 2016.
  4. ^ a b c d Staten, Joseph Henry (11 April 2016). “Welcome to the Unholy Chaos of Divine Council”. Vice. Retrieved 5 August 2016.
  5. ^ C.M., Emmanuel (22 July 2016). “The Break Presents: Divine Council”. XXL Mag. Retrieved 5 August 2016.
  6. ^ Harrington, Jim (10 March 2016). “SXSW 2016 music lineup: Here’s the complete list”. Mercury News. Retrieved 5 August 2016.
  7. ^ Blackwell, Marcus (1 August 2016). “Divine Council Releases Their Debut EP, Council World”. Stashed. Archived from the original on 4 August 2016. Retrieved 5 August 2016.
  8. ^ Twitter https://twitter.com/icytwat/status/1556143129106886656. Retrieved 2022-09-29. {{cite web}}: Missing or empty |title= (help)
  9. ^ https://64.media.tumblr.com/cadd6d39c05a07c497c25c70e0d6a314/99801a3d39f960c9-26/s540x810/989da4bde7cbea236f9d7943b0d4323a6798fb52.jpg. {{cite web}}: Missing or empty |title= (help)

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