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Slayr
Slayr performing at Rolling Loud Orlando
Slayr performing at Rolling Loud Orlando
Background information
Born
Evan McDonald[1]

(2007-05-22) May 22, 2007 (age 19)
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S
Genres
Occupations
  • Rapper
  • singer
  • songwriter
  • producer
Years active2021–present
LabelColumbia[a]

Evan McDonald (born May 22, 2007), known professionally as Slayr (stylized in lowercase), is an American rapper, singer, and record producer from Philadelphia. He is widely known for the release of his seventh mixtape, Half Blood, in 2025 and a deluxe reissue titled Half Blood (BloodLuxe) in 2026.

Early life

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Evan McDonald was born on May 22, 2007[5] in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.[6] Both of his parents are Jamaican immigrants.[7] He grew up in Philadelphia and was interested in video games such as Sonic Colors and Kingdom Hearts; he has credited video game soundtracks with getting him into music. McDonald later started experimenting with music inside FL Studio.[8]

Career

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2021–2023: Career beginnings and Gaia

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McDonald first became involved in music through the online messaging app Discord.[3] His first viral song was "Fourth Gear Cypher", released in 2021.[3] Following the single's success, McDonald released his third mixtape Gaia in 2023. It was inspired by artists Pi'erre Bourne and Kanye West.[3] He has described the mixtape as a major development for his sound.[3]

2025–present: Major releases, Half Blood, BloodLuxe, and Avant Nova

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In 2025, McDonald released his sixth mixtape Half Blood.[9] Subsequently, he has garnered millions of views on YouTube and "been subjected to irrational aura debates".[9] McDonald also signed a major label deal, which was later revealed to be with Columbia Records.[9] The mixtape featured rapper Lucy Bedroque.[10]

In April 2026, Pitchfork reviewed Half Blood (Bloodluxe), rating it a 6.7.[8] Writer Mano Sundaresan argued that the mixtape reflected a commercial accessible take on the rage rap genre, stating that McDonald made "maximalist, crowd-pleasing rage rap that prioritizes craft over feeling".[8] He added that, "if rage rap ever makes its way onto a Target store playlist, it might sound a little like Slayr."[8] On May 10, 2026, McDonald performed at Rolling Loud in Orlando, Florida.[11] On June 13, 2026, McDonald performed at Summer Smash 2026,[12][13] he also made a guest appearance on PlaqueBoyMax's set as well.[14] His debut headlining tour, in support of Half Blood, is scheduled to begin in August 2026 in San Francisco and conclude in September 2026 in Milwaukee, the tour will have Egobreak as the main DJ to help support throughout the tour.[15] On July 2, 2026, during Anime Expo 2026 in Los Angeles, California, it was announced that Slayr, alongside other notable artists will be featured on the upcoming 2026 fall EP Beyond Borders Vol.1: Emerge Mode Miku.[16] Then, on July 10, 2026, he released Avant Nova,[17] a six-track EP with production from Underscores, and a single feature from Prettifun.[18][19]

Artistry

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McDonald has cited Lil Uzi Vert, XXXTentacion, Kanye West, Playboi Carti, Ken Carson, and SoFaygo as influences on his music.[20]

Reception

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His music has generated positive reviews, with fans and critics praising his creativity.[2] Additionally, McDonald was listed as one of the "32 coolest artists of 2026" by The Fader.[21] On June 24, 2026, it was announced that McDonald was featured in the Freshman XXL class of 2026.[22]

Discography

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Mixtapes

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Title Album details
Lost Files (Exclusives)
BeFour My Creation
  • Released: August 17, 2022
  • Label: Self-released
  • Format: Digital download, streaming
Gaia
  • Released: May 22, 2023
  • Label: Self-released
  • Format: Digital download, streaming
Stay Safe
  • Released: February 10, 2024
  • Label: Self-released
  • Format: Digital download, streaming
Gaia 2
  • Released: October 4, 2024
  • Label: Self-released
  • Format: Digital download, streaming
HeavenTunes
  • Released: May 30, 2025
  • Label: Self-released
  • Format: Digital download, streaming
Half Blood
  • Released: November 5, 2025
  • Label: Self-released
  • Format: Digital download, streaming

Reissues

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Title Album details
Half Blood (BloodLuxe)
  • Released: March 6, 2026
  • Label: Columbia[a]
  • Format: Digital download, streaming

EPs

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Title EP details
Destruction
  • Released: April 30, 2022
  • Label: Self-released
  • Format: Digital download, streaming
Chaos (#B4Gaia)
  • Released: February 8, 2023
  • Label: Self-released
  • Format: Digital download, streaming
#B4G2
  • Released: 2023
  • Label: Self-released
  • Format: Digital download, streaming
17
  • Released: May 22, 2024
  • Label: Self-released
  • Format: Digital download, streaming
Enter My Mind for a Second
  • Released: July 19, 2024
  • Label: Self-released
  • Format: Digital download, streaming
Luxe 0.1 (as Countdragons)
  • Released: December 21, 2025
  • Label: Self-released
  • Format: Digital download, streaming
Avant Nova
  • Released: July 10, 2026
  • Label: Columbia[a]
  • Format: Digital download, streaming
Seventh Heaven
  • Scheduled: 2026
  • Label: Columbia[a]
  • Format: Digital download, streaming

Singles

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List of singles as lead artist, showing year released and album name
Title Year Album
"Fourth Gear Cypher!" 2021 Lost Files (Exclusives)
"Feel the Thrill" 2022
"Got Me Thinking" Non-album singles
"Victorious! Freestyle"
"Zah Zah"
"See It All" BeFour My Creation
"Fairy Dust"
"#DumbDumb"
"Idol"
"A King Needs a Throne" Non-album singles
"Sweep" 2023
"X"
(with 666Rehab and Kaisani)		 2024
"Jealous"
(with Kaisani)
"Poster Child (Power 3)" 2025
"Missedplay"
"Move Her Body"
"Body Parts"
"Set in Stone" Half Blood
"Just Like Mine" Non-album singles
"Slay Pro"
"Turn It Up"[23] 2026
"Homerunner"[5] Fabula Nova
"Constantly"
(with Tiffany Day)[24]

Other charted songs

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List of other charted songs, with selected chart positions shown
Title Year Peak chart positions Album
NZ
Hot
[25]
"Promise" 2026 31 Avant Nova

Notes

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  1. 1 2 3 4 Although streaming platforms attribute the phonographic copyright solely to Slayr, he is signed to Columbia Records.[4]

References

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  1. ↑ "Information on Slayr's songs in ASCAP ACE database". ASCAP. Retrieved April 6, 2026.
  2. 1 2 Press-Reynolds, Kieran (May 8, 2026). "Toward a Theory of Burger Music". Pitchfork. Retrieved May 12, 2026.
  3. 1 2 3 4 5 Vivian, Medithi (March 12, 2026). "slayr on Bloodluxe and making heart-on-his-sleeve digicore". The Fader. Retrieved March 28, 2026.
  4. ↑ "Slayr Team Roster". ROSTR. Retrieved May 23, 2026.
  5. 1 2 Spencer, Tallie (May 22, 2026). "Homerunner - Song by slayr". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved May 22, 2026. The track drops on the artist's 19th birthday
  6. ↑ Crone, David. "Slayr Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bio & More". AllMusic. Retrieved April 7, 2026.
  7. ↑ "Slayr Interview: Aura, Half Blood, Greek Mythology, Lil Uzi Collab? Diss Wars, Rage, Sloppy Joe". Kids Take Over. Retrieved April 4, 2026 – via YouTube.[timestamp needed]
  8. 1 2 3 4 Sundaresan, Mano (March 18, 2026). "Slayr: Half Blood (BloodLuxe)". Pitchfork. Retrieved April 7, 2026.
  9. 1 2 3 Medithi, Vivian (March 30, 2026). "Slayr to open for Yeat on upcoming LOVE/LYFE Tour". The Fader. Retrieved April 6, 2026.
  10. ↑ Corcoran, Nina (March 6, 2026). "8 New Albums You Should Listen to Now". Pitchfork. Retrieved April 12, 2026.
  11. ↑ Lindert, Hattie (May 8, 2026). "Rolling Loud 2026 Livestream Schedule & Details Announced". Pitchfork. Retrieved July 14, 2026.
  12. ↑ Smentkowski, Elena (April 13, 2026). "Lyrical Lemonade Releases 2026 Summer Smash Lineup". Secret Chicago. Retrieved June 14, 2026.
  13. ↑ Braboy, Mark (June 14, 2026). "Why is EDM playing at a hip-hop festival? Summer Smash shows why the genres go hand in hand on day two, as Skrillex headlines". Chicago Sun-Times. Retrieved June 14, 2026.
  14. ↑ Medithi, Vivian (June 17, 2026). "Your next favorite rapper performed at Summer Smash 2026". The Fader. Retrieved June 17, 2026.
  15. ↑ Medithi, Vivian (June 24, 2026). "slayr announces 23-date tour this summer". The Fader. Retrieved June 25, 2026.
  16. ↑ Green, Walden (July 4, 2026). "Exclusive: First Details and Trailer Revealed for BEYOND BORDERS Vol.1: EMERGE MODE MIKU, a New EP Featuring Hatsune Miku Singing With Grimes, slayr, and More". IGN. Retrieved July 28, 2026.
  17. ↑ Corcoran, Nina (July 7, 2026). "Slayr Readies New Avant Nova EP". Pitchfork. Retrieved July 9, 2026.
  18. ↑ Corcoran, Nina (July 7, 2026). "Slayr Readies New Avant Nova EP". Pitchfork. Retrieved July 9, 2026.
  19. ↑ Green, Walden; Corcoran, Nina; Lindert, Hattie (July 10, 2026). "12 New Albums You Should Listen to Now: Kelela, Jack White, and More". Pitchfork. Retrieved July 10, 2026.
  20. ↑ Torres, Bianca (July 8, 2026). "Slayr - 2026 XXL Freshman Freestyle, Interview and More". XXL Mag. Retrieved July 14, 2026.
  21. ↑ Hess, Tobias (June 3, 2026). "The 32 coolest artists of 2026 (so far)". The Fader. Retrieved June 4, 2026.
  22. ↑ Cline, Georgette (June 24, 2026). "2026 XXL Freshman Class Revealed". XXL. Retrieved June 26, 2026.
  23. ↑ Cole, Alexander (March 21, 2026). "Turn It Up - Song by Slayr". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved June 11, 2026.
  24. ↑ Giandurco, Jillian (June 17, 2026). "Tiffany Day Finished Her New Song "Constantly" In Four Hours". Nylon. Retrieved June 17, 2026.
  25. ↑ "Hot 40 Singles". Recorded Music NZ. July 17, 2026. Retrieved July 17, 2026.
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