Olexesh & Amo

Olexesh, born Olexij Kosarev on February 25, 1988, in Kyiv, Ukraine, is a German rapper of Ukrainian and Belarusian descent. At the age of six, he moved to Germany with his mother, settling in Kelkheim and later in Darmstadt-Kranichstein. His early exposure to the challenges of urban life in these areas heavily influenced his musical themes.
Olexesh began his music career by releasing self-produced videos on YouTube, which caught the attention of Frankfurt rapper Celo from the duo Celo & Abdi. This led to his signing with the Frankfurt-based label 385idéal. His debut mixtape, Authentic Athletic, released in 2012, showcased his aggressive, street-oriented rap style.
He gained significant recognition with his debut studio album, Nu eta da (2014), followed by Masta (2015). His 2018 album Rolexesh achieved commercial success, reaching number one on the German charts. Olexesh is known for his collaborations with artists like Vanessa Mai, with whom he released the genre-blending single "Wir 2 immer 1" in 2018. His music often addresses themes such as poverty, crime, and social issues, reflecting his personal experiences.
In 2024, he released his eighth studio album, Matador, and was granted German citizenship in August of the same year.

Amo, whose real name is Mišel Ristov, is a Slovenian rapper, writer, slam poet, actor, and entrepreneur from Ptuj, Slovenia. He is also known by the extended stage name Amo Socialec. Apart from his artistic endeavors, Amo works as a social worker in a hospital, highlighting his commitment to social issues.
Active in the music scene since 2009, Amo's work is characterized by conscious hip-hop and hardcore rap genres. His lyrics often delve into social commentary, reflecting his background and experiences in Slovenia. He has released music under labels such as Infected Records and Wudisban Records.