Wrld Tour Mafia

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Wrld Tour Mafia
Origin Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
Genres Hip-hop, trap
Years active2019–present
LabelsIndependent
Members
  • Solid
  • Rafa
  • DaeMoney
  • Miles
  • Amex
  • Re
Past members
  • Scoob

Wrld Tour Mafia (often abbreviated as "WTM") is an American hip-hop group from Detroit, Michigan. [1] Wrld Tour Mafia consists of members Scoob, Rafa (otherwise known as WTM Milt), Solid, and DaeMoney. [2] Since its formation, WTM has become a prominent force in Detroit's underground rap movement. [3]

Contents

History

2019–2021: World Tour Mafia or Die

Wrld Tour Mafia started as a group chat of friends which later led to the music group. [4] They debuted in 2019 as part of Detroit's underground hip-hop movement.

On August 21, 2021, they released their debut project, World Tour Mafia or Die, which featured collaborations with Babyface Ray and Veeze. [5] This release helped establish WTM as a serious contender in Detroit's rap scene, gaining them a dedicated following. [6]

2022–2023: Mob Ties

The group followed up in 2022 on September 11, 2022, with, Tourmania, a 20-track album that showcased their evolution as artists. [7] [ better source needed ]

On September 29, 2023, WTM dropped Mob Ties, a 10-track album that focused on themes of loyalty, the streets, and the complexities of their environment. [8] [ better source needed ] The album reinforced their standing within the Detroit hip-hop scene and helped them gain more mainstream recognition.

2024–present: Tourmania II & Blood Sweat & Tours

Tourmania II, released on April 20, 2024, is the third mixtape by Detroit-based trap collective Wrld Tour Mafia, consisting of members DaeMoney, Rafa, Miles, Re, and Solid. [9] [ better source needed ] This project serves as a sequel to their earlier release, "Tourmania," and was launched as a celebration of 4/20. [7] Collaborations on the mixtape feature artists like Luh Tyler on "Money in the Bank," bringing an atmospheric feel, and BabyTron on "W.T.M.D.$.M. (WRLD Tour Mafia Dog $hit Militia)," which boasts a futuristic beat says Legends Will Never Die. The project also includes tracks like "SmackDown vs. Raw," named after WWE brands, and "B.O.D. (Brothers of Destruction)," referencing the WWE tag team champions.

Blood Sweat & Tours is the fourth studio album by Detroit-based hip-hop collective Wrld Tour Mafia, released on November 22, 2024. [10] [ better source needed ] The 15-track project continues the group's exploration of street narratives, ambition, and the challenges of the music industry, all while maintaining their signature trap sound. The album features notable tracks such as "LAWYERS / ACCOUNTANTS," "PRIMETIME," and "GRADUATION," which highlight the group's lyrical skills and thematic depth. Upon its release, Blood Sweat & Tours received positive reviews from critics and fans alike. Legends Will Never Die praised the album for its cohesive storytelling and production, noting the collective's growth and maturity as artists.

Discography

Albums

Wrld Tour Mafia's albums
YearTitleLabel
2021World Tour Mafia or Die
  • Released: May 20, 2021 [11]
  • Label: Self-released
  • Format: Digital download
2022Tourmania
  • Released: March 18, 2022 [12]
  • Label: Self-released
  • Format: Digital download
2023Mob Ties
  • Released: June 9, 2023 [13]
  • Label: Self-released
  • Format: Digital download
2024Tourmania II
  • Released: April 20, 2024 [14]
  • Label: Self-released
  • Format: Digital download
2024Blood Sweat & Tours
  • Released: November 22, 2024 [15]
  • Label: Self-released
  • Format: Digital download

Singles

Singles by Wrld Tour Mafia
YearTitleAlbum
2022No TimeoutsNon-album singles
Backdoor OpenTourmania
This It Right Here
Re Birthday (featuring Lucki)
Blow MoneyNon-album single
2024CitgoTourmania 2

References

  1. "Inside Whitehouse Studio, Detroit's New Creative Haven". Passion of the Weiss. 2020-05-22. Retrieved 2025-02-14.
  2. Pierre, Alphonse (2021-07-07). "Listen to WTM Milt's 'On My Own': The Ones". Pitchfork. Retrieved 2025-02-14.
  3. "The Rap Report: Rob49 and Real Boston Richey throw down, Destroy Lonely's stylish return, and more". The FADER. Retrieved 2025-02-14.
  4. Overlooked (2025-04-02). WTM Solid Interview: Wrld Tour Mafia Origins, Building Solo Catalog, Love for Spider-Man, Fashion . Retrieved 2025-11-07 via YouTube.
  5. Wrld Tour Mafia Or Die, 2021-08-21, retrieved 2025-02-14
  6. Pierre, Alphonse (2021-08-24). "Listen to World Tour Mafia's "John Wall" [ft. Brooks and G.T.]: The Ones". Pitchfork. Retrieved 2025-02-14.
  7. 1 2 Tourmania by Wrld Tour Mafia on Apple Music, 2022-09-11, retrieved 2025-02-14
  8. Mob Ties by Wrld Tour Mafia on Apple Music, 2023-09-29, retrieved 2025-02-14
  9. Tourmania 2 by Wrld Tour Mafia on Apple Music, 2024-04-20, retrieved 2025-02-14
  10. Blood Sweat & Tours, 2024-11-22, retrieved 2025-02-14
  11. BLOOD SWEAT & TOURS by Wrld Tour Mafia on Apple Music, 2024-11-22, retrieved 2025-02-28
  12. Tourmania 2 by Wrld Tour Mafia on Apple Music, 2024-04-20, retrieved 2025-02-28
  13. Mob Ties by Wrld Tour Mafia on Apple Music, 2023-09-29, retrieved 2025-02-28
  14. Tourmania by Wrld Tour Mafia on Apple Music, 2022-09-11, retrieved 2025-02-28
  15. World Tour Mafia Or Die by Wrld Tour Mafia on Apple Music, 2021-08-21, retrieved 2025-02-28