M. I.A. is considered one of the most interesting as well as controversial artists of our time and also stands for a cheeky sound mix of hip-hop, dancehall, grime and electro. M. I.A = "Missing In Action" - yet the British multi-talent is bursting with action right now. After her Top 10 success "Maya", she was inspired by the Hindu goddess of the same name for her new album "Matangi". M.I.A. is supported by top producers Surkin and Switch, who are known for their work with Santigold, Beyonce and others. She was named one of the most important artists of the last decade by Rolling Stone as well as one of the 100 most influential people by Time magazine. Her hit song "Paper Planes" charted at #5 on the Billboard charts. Together with Madonna and Nicki Minaj, she released the Top10 single "Give Me All Your Luvin'." With her song "O...Saya" M. I.A. was already nominated for an Oscar.
