Agent M

Agent M is a band from Brooklyn that started in the early 2000s. Their music mixes experimental hip-hop with jazz and electronic elements, and their 2008 single 'Araablane New Yorgis' got them wider attention. CJ Dippa handles vocals and lyrics, with other musicians like Jonathan Goldblatt and Jen Shyu contributing to the sound.

Their first album was called 'The Sword Is Mightier Than the Pen,' and they followed it with records like 'Black Utopia' and 'PhantomLimb.' Songs like 'Kolm Kuuli' and 'Painaja' show their range, from raw to more polished approaches. They've kept working with a core group rather than shifting lineups constantly.

Some of their lyrics touch on social or political themes, which has drawn occasional criticism. But they've generally stuck to their approach without much compromise. The band name itself suggests something shadowy or secretive, which fits the music's sometimes elusive quality.