Mike D

Mike D
Diamond performing in 2007
Diamond performing in 2007
Background information
Also known as
  • Mike Diamond
  • Country Mike
  • The King of Lunch
  • Meshach
  • Sweet Lou
  • Malibu Mike
  • Mike D 5D
Born
Michael Louis Diamond

(1965-11-20) November 20, 1965
Manhattan, New York City, U.S.
Genres
Occupations
  • Rapper
  • musician
  • songwriter
  • producer
Instruments
  • Vocals
  • drums
  • percussion
  • keyboards
Years active1979–present
Formerly of
Spouse
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(m. 1993, separated)​
Signature

Michael Louis Diamond (born November 20, 1965), known professionally as Mike D, is an American rapper, musician, and music producer. He is a founding member of the hip-hop group Beastie Boys. In 2026, he began performing and releasing music solo with his new band Mike D 5D.