Doomtree

Doomtree is an American hip hop collective and independent record label based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Founded in the early 2000s, it brings together a rotating roster of rapper-performers and producers who collaborate on group projects as well as solo releases. Core members have included Dessa, P.O.S, Cecil Otter, Mike Mictlan, Lazerbeak, Paper Tiger, and Sims, with additional artists joining the collective over the years.

As a music label and collective, Doomtree operates as an integrated ecosystem. Artists release music through its own imprint, Doomtree Records, and frequently collaborate on multi-artist projects in addition to pursuing individual work. The group is known for energetic live performances that showcase both group dynamics and individual talents, as well as for collaborative storytelling and production across tracks.

Doomtree has contributed to the Minnesota hip hop scene and gained national attention within independent and alternative hip hop communities. The collective is often highlighted for its DIY ethic, ownership of creative output, and emphasis on collaboration, which has influenced other artists pursuing independent routes in the genre.

Today, Doomtree remains a significant reference point in the Minneapolis scene and in independent hip hop more broadly. The collective continues to release music, organize performances, and foster collaborations among its members and associated artists, maintaining a visible footprint in underground and alternative rap circles.