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Mike Bleed Da BlockStarr
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Mike Bleed Da BlockStarr in 2014
Background information
Birth name Michael Kerry McFarland
Also known as Mike Bleed Da BlockStarr, Michael Carlione, Yung Coke
Born (1985-08-22) August 22, 1985 (age 40)
New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
Genres
Occupation(s)
  • Rapper
  • entertainer
  • actor
Years active 2002–present
Labels BlockStarr Incorporated

Michael Kerry McFarland (born August 22, 1985), known as Mike Bleed Da BlockStarr, is an American rapper from New Orleans, Louisiana. He is famous for his unique music style.

Mike Bleed's Music Journey

Michael started his music career in 1999. Back then, he used the name Camaro Callione. A mentor named Walter McCallon helped him get his first big chance. Michael sang the chorus on McCallon's song "Toss It Up."

Changing His Stage Name

Later, Michael changed his stage name to Michael Carlione. This was a nickname given to him by a friend of his father. In 2008, he got his first big break as a solo artist. His song "BlockStarr" became very popular.

Big Breaks and New Styles

"BlockStarr" led to a performance on BET's 106 & Park. He also received an offer for a record deal from Universal Republic. The music video for "BlockStarr" was shown on MTV2.

After taking a break from music for four years, Michael changed his name again. He became Mike Bleed Da BlockStarr. This new name matched his own music style, which he calls HipRock & RnBleed.

Popular Songs and Achievements

His song "Dats My Team" became very popular in 2012. It was a theme song for the New Orleans Saints football team. Mike Bleed has released many songs on his own. These include "Burn Out," "Losing It," and "I Keep A Bag." He releases music through his own company, BlockStarr Incorporated. In 2015, he became a voting member of the Recording Academy. This group is known for the Grammy Awards.

Mike Bleed's Music Collection

This section lists the songs and albums Mike Bleed has released.

Singles

List of singles, with selected chart positions, showing year released and album name
Title Year Peak chart positions Album
US US
R&B		 US
Rap
"BlockStarr" 2008 - - - I'm Here
"Dats My Team" 2012 - - -
"American Dream"
(featuring S. Jay)		 2014 - - - Own My Own; The Alter Ego Prequel
"Burn Out"
(featuring Jay R.)		 2015 - - - Own My Own; The Alter Ego Prequel
"Don't Wanna Lose Ya"
(featuring S. Jay)		 2016 - - - Own My Own; The Alter Ego Prequel
"When It Storms In Hell"
(featuring S. Jay)		 2016 - - - Own My Own; The Alter Ego Prequel
"I Keep A Bag" 2016 - - - Alter Ego; The Fallen Of Michael Carlione
"—" means the song did not appear on the music charts.

Albums

List of EPs, with selected information
Title Album details Peak chart positions
US
 US R&B
 US Rap
BlockStarr Reloaded - - -
Own My Own; The Alter Ego Prequel - - -

Music Videos

These are the music videos Mike Bleed has released as the main artist.

As Lead Artist

List of music videos, with directors, showing year released
Title Year Director(s)
"BlockStarr" 2008 Dark Rivers
"Burn Out" 2014 DeMichael Young
"I Keep A Bag" 2016 DeMichael Young
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