Producer, rapper, and songwriter Black Milk (born Curtis Cross) has built a reputation as one of Detroit’s most innovative musical voices. Emerging in the early 2000s, he first turned heads as part of Slum Village’s production circle before launching a solo career blending soulful samples, live instrumentation, and sharp lyricism. With acclaimed albums like *Tronic*, *Album of the Year*, and *FEVER*, Black Milk continues to push hip-hop’s boundaries, crafting soundscapes that bridge classic Detroit grit with futuristic experimentation.