Their chemistry was undeniable from the start. The first song Mike ever recorded was over the first full beat Tyrell ever composed. That spark led Tyrell to New York City, where he spent three years sharpening his craft ā sleeping on floors, showering at Manhattan gyms, and recording in studios near Times Square. He could have gone home. Instead, he stayed and learned to apply a relentless Chicago work ethic to the music industry at its highest level.
Early in his career, Tyrell studied under seasoned producers like Bangout (Phillip Pitts) and had the rare opportunity to sit with Timbaland during a recording session. Watching one of the greatest producers of all time work in real time was the moment everything crystallized ā the realization that elite-level music production wasn't reserved for a chosen few, but for anyone willing to put in the work. That session only happened because Timbaland heard the IDMG sound before IDMG even had a name. Antuan Teasley ā their manager, close friend, and Timbaland's personal chef at the time ā played Mike's vocals over Tyrell's production in the kitchen one night. Timbo's family loved it. Soon after, they were invited to Miami.
What was supposed to be a quick studio visit turned into five days at the legendary Hit Factory. Mike got in the booth and recorded over Timbaland's tracks ā and Timbo loved what he heard. Mike's voice had that rare quality that made people stop and listen. For five days straight, they worked alongside one of the greatest producers in history, absorbing everything. That experience wasn't just a milestone ā it was confirmation that the IDMG sound belonged on the biggest stages in music.
In 2019, they relocated to Atlanta and officially launched IDMG. When the pandemic shut the industry down, they stayed locked in. They connected with CMG (Yo Gotti's record label), handled artist development across the roster, and Tyrell secured production placements with Big30 and Pooh Shiesty. Concert partnerships with Moneybagg Yo, Shiesty, Big30, and others solidified their reputation in the city. Those relationships opened the door to Smoot Films, film scoring, and soundtrack work.
Today, IDMG stands on a foundation with no cracks. Over 100 million streams and views. Two decades of concert promotion across the Midwest ā working with Migos, Lil Durk, Machine Gun Kelly, Ty Dolla $ign, DaBaby, Moneybagg Yo, and more. Major production credits with French Montana, Max B, Blac Youngsta, and more. Film and television placements including "The Inevitable Defeat of Mister & Pete" and BET+/Tubi's "I Got a Story to Tell" Season 2. The core team ā Marisha Sommerville, IDMG Kat, Vincent Berry II, Curtis Stephens III, Craig Clay, Fitzroy Constantine (Art Teacher), and Drew (IDMG Smokey) ā are the backbone of IDMG. Every one of them has been rocking with the team for over a decade. Loyalty isn't a slogan here. It's a requirement.
Beyond the music, Mike Page carries IDMG's mission into the community through the Mike Page Foundation ā a nonprofit dedicated to youth mentorship, community outreach, and creating opportunities for the next generation. The foundation reflects what IDMG has always been about: lifting people up and building something that lasts beyond the records.
IDMG doesn't just make music ā it builds infrastructure. TapIn is a digital press kit platform for artists and professionals across every industry. IDMG Opus is an AI-powered audio mastering engine built for independent creators. My Station is a curated music discovery network. All three are powered by Digital Innovation Enterprise, the technology arm behind everything IDMG builds. And every fall, the culture comes together at Love on the Lawn (LOTL Day) ā IDMG's flagship outdoor music festival featuring major headliners, local talent, food, and community. LOTL Day holds an official proclamation from the mayor, making it a recognized holiday ā a testament to the impact LOTL has made beyond the stage.
What started as two friends making music has become an ecosystem ā and IDMG is just getting started.
