Issa Gold is a New York-born, Los Angeles-based artist and producer best known as one-half of The Underachievers and a founding member of the influential Beast Coast collective, which includes A$AP Mob, Pro Era, and Flatbush Zombies. With a reputation for introspective lyricism and spiritually charged themes, Issa has long been a defining voice in the East Coast hip-hop renaissance. In 2025, he showcased his versatility by producing the entirety of The Underachievers’ highly anticipated comeback album Homecoming, blending psychedelic textures with hard-hitting drums and soulful melodies. The project marked a new chapter in his creative evolution and earned him widespread praise, including being named a "Producer to Watch in 2025" by Splice. Now based in L.A., Issa continues to expand his sonic palette while staying rooted in the raw, conscious energy that first set him apart.