'Show Me The Money 12' Unveils Stellar Producer Lineup Featuring ZICO, Crush, Jay Park, and More

Mnet's 'Show Me The Money 12' has officially announced its highly anticipated producer lineup, promising an exciting new season for hip-hop fans.

The impressive roster includes some of the biggest names in the Korean hip-hop scene. First, ZICO, a renowned producer and artist known for his unique musical style, will team up with the soulful vocalist CRUSH. Their collaboration is already generating significant buzz, given their broad appeal across genres from hip-hop to K-pop and R&B.

Following them, GRAY, a hitmaker with a versatile musical spectrum, and LOCO, a rapper who has consistently proven his artistry, are joining forces once again. Both have a history with the show, with GRAY having led a winning team in 'Show Me The Money 5' and LOCO being the show's first-ever winner, making their reunion a point of keen interest.

Adding to the mix are JAY TONG, a rapper respected for maintaining his authentic style, and HAWKEYE SEBASTIEN, a multi-talented artist and producer known for his work with prominent hip-hop artists. This duo marks their first appearance as producers on 'Show Me The Money', and their dynamic is expected to bring a fresh energy.

Rounding out the producer team are Lil Moshpit, a producer recognized for expanding the horizons of Korean hip-hop with trendy and high-quality sounds, and JAY PARK, a global icon in the hip-hop scene who has been actively involved in music production and even idol group creation. Their partnership is anticipated to deliver innovative performances.

The production team stated, "To showcase a diverse range of rappers during this transformative period for the hip-hop scene, we have gathered irreplaceable artists who continuously expand their territories and embrace challenges without boundaries." They added, "We will do our best to deliver a genuine story with a producer lineup that can convey the essence and appeal of hip-hop."

'Show Me The Money 12' is currently accepting applications for rappers until Friday, October 26th, at 11:59 PM (KST). The application is open to anyone regardless of genre, experience, or nationality, with options to apply via email, the official website, or Instagram.

ZICO, as the head of KOZ Entertainment, has successfully guided the group BOYNEXTDOOR and established himself as an irreplaceable producer and artist by creating numerous hit songs with his unique musical color. He has built his own musical domain, crossing various genres beyond just hip-hop, including K-POP, R&B, and electronic music. His musical spectrum and relentless challenges are highly anticipated to impact 'Show Me The Money 12'.