The Madison show comes as Skitz is already several dates into a tour that will take him to more than 20 cities across the country. But playing the Majestic carries a little extra meaning for an artist who grew up in the area.

“I grew up staring at that marquee walking by it,” Skitz said during the interview.

Now, his name is on it.

From the High Noon Saloon to the Majestic Theatre

Skitz Kraven’s return to Madison follows his previous sold out performance at the High Noon Saloon. This time, he’s stepping into the larger Majestic Theatre, with early ticket sales giving him reason to be optimistic about another strong hometown crowd.

For Skitz, however, the Mind of a Killer Tour isn’t designed to simply be a concert.

He described the roughly 90 minute performance as something closer to a “therapy session,” moving the audience through different emotions over the course of the show.

“There’s a lot of highs and there’s a lot of lows,” he explained. “It’s like a rollercoaster throughout the hour and a half that I’m on stage.”

The set combines deeply emotional, mental health focused records with high energy songs built to get the crowd moving.

“People are going to cry. People are going to laugh. It’s just a true performance.”

And Skitz has a simple measurement for whether he’s done his job.

“If you’re not sweating by the end of this show when you’re walking out, I didn’t do my job.”

Music That Became Therapy

Mental health has become an important part of both Skitz Kraven’s music and his relationship with his audience.

What originally began as a personal creative outlet has grown into something much bigger.

“It was therapy for me, and now it’s therapy for other people. Full circle.”

That connection extends beyond the records themselves. Skitz talked about intentionally remaining accessible to the people supporting his music, remembering what it felt like when he was a young fan reaching out to artists he admired and never receiving a response.

“If I open your message, I respond to it because I know what it’s like to be that kid that reached out to his favorite artists and got ghosted.”

Today, he sees himself as a voice for people who may not always feel heard and wants his audience to have a space where they can connect without judgment.

“I’m now a voice for a lot of people that are not heard, and I can’t stop. I just got to put on the gas.”

Skitz Kraven Continues to Push Horrorcore Forward

Skitz Kraven has developed a distinct lane through horrorcore, combining a hip hop foundation with darker imagery, storytelling and cinematic visuals.

Interestingly, he didn’t originally set out to make music that fit into the genre. Fans began applying the horrorcore label to what he was already creating.

“I was just making what I call a Skitz Kraven movie,” he explained.

Since then, he has embraced the niche while putting his own spin on it and introducing its horror influenced elements to a wider audience, including listeners discovering his work through platforms like TikTok.

The cinematic side of his music isn't accidental either.

Skitz directs his own music videos and writes treatments for many of them, working with a creative team to bring his ideas to life. Eventually, he hopes to take that experience beyond music videos and further into filmmaking.

“I want to focus on film, and I have a lot of stories I want to tell and a lot of stories I want to write.”

For now, the videos serve as a preview of where that creative direction could eventually take him.

New Single “Life Without Color” Tackles Depression

During his visit to 93.1 JAMZ, Skitz also introduced his new single, “Life Without Color,” one of the most personal and emotional songs he has released.

The record was written during what he described as a deep period of depression, and revisiting it can still bring back difficult memories.

At the same time, he says listeners have been connecting strongly with the song.

“It’s helping a lot of people right now. People are really resonating with it.”

He hopes “Life Without Color” can reach people dealing with depression themselves as well as friends and family members trying to understand what someone close to them may be experiencing.

Supporting Local Artists Along the Way

Even as the Mind of a Killer Tour travels across the country, Skitz has made it a priority to create opportunities for artists in each market.

Rather than filling every opening slot with the same touring acts, he encourages promoters to give local performers a chance to get in front of their hometown audience.

It comes from remembering his own experience as an emerging artist trying to earn opportunities to perform.

“I want to give local talent opportunities to perform in front of their hometown.”

Following Madison, the tour heads to Minneapolis before continuing through cities including Iowa City, Chicago, Pittsburgh, Columbus, Indianapolis, Nashville, Orlando and Dallas, among other stops.

Skitz Kraven at the Majestic Theatre in Madison

Skitz Kraven’s Mind of a Killer Tour hits the Majestic Theatre in downtown Madison on Friday, September 11, 2026.

Doors are expected to open at 8 PM, with Skitz Kraven joined by local opening talent.

Fans looking for tickets are encouraged to purchase directly through Skitz Kraven’s official website or through the venue rather than third party resellers. Skitz also offers a meet and greet VIP option for fans who want the opportunity to meet him in person.

For an artist who grew up walking past the Majestic Theatre marquee, Friday night represents more than another date on a 20 plus city tour.

It’s a hometown full circle moment.

And when Skitz Kraven walks out and sees his name above one of downtown Madison’s most recognizable music venues, he already knows it might hit him.

“It’ll probably get me choked up a little bit when I see it.”

Listen to 93.1 JAMZ for more local music, artist interviews and Madison entertainment, and hear Skitz Kraven’s new single “Life Without Color.”

Event Details

Artist: Skitz Kraven
Tour: Mind of a Killer Tour
Date: Friday, September 11, 2026
Venue: Majestic Theatre
Location: Madison, Wisconsin
Doors: Approximately 8 PM
Tickets: Available through Skitz Kraven’s official website and the Majestic Theatre

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In a recent sit-down with DJ Fusion on 93.1 Jams, the duo discussed their mission to spotlight Wisconsin’s monumental contributions to music history through their latest project: "Hip-Hop in Madison: Our Story, Our Culture, Our Future."

More Than a Coast: Wisconsin’s Influence Behind the Scenes

While Wisconsin might not always get the "on-camera" credit, its influence is woven into the fabric of the industry. From the 608 to the 414, Wisconsin artists and producers have been "getting busy" since the culture first figured itself out in the 80s and 90s.

"Even though our coast isn't represented, we are influential behind the scenes in a great way," says Manku. "From Beyoncé to Dr. Dre, Wisconsin is in the midst of it all."

Local Legends and Global Hits

This highlights a "who’s who" of Wisconsin talent that has shaped the Billboard charts and the evolution of rap:

• Clyde Stubblefield: Often called the "foundation of hip-hop," his drumming remains the most sampled in music history.

• Speech (Arrested Development): While many associate the group with Atlanta, Speech got his start as a DJ for Khali Tribe in Milwaukee and Madison.

• Koo Koo Cal: Representing Milwaukee with a #1 hit on the Billboard charts.

• Fresh Force & Def Khali: Early pioneers who took Wisconsin hip-hop to national screens like BET.

• Rico Love & Skylar Gray: Powerhouses who have penned and produced hits for the world’s biggest superstars.

Preserving the History: The Wisconsin Historical Society Exhibit

To celebrate 50 years of hip-hop, Pyramidal Productions has curated an immersive experience at the Wisconsin Historical Society. This isn't just a collection of facts; it’s a tactile journey through time.

The exhibit features:

• Vintage Tech: From cassettes and Walkmans to VHS tapes, giving the next generation a hands-on look at how the music was originally consumed.

• Interactive Art: A community graffiti board and a custom 3D lenticular poster.

• "Lead Between the Rhymes": Insights into the upcoming movie produced by Pyramidal Productions that documents this rich history.

The Movement: Past, Present, and Future

The goal of the movement—and the upcoming community town hall—is to stabilize the culture. By discussing the past and envisioning the future, Pyramidal Productions aims to ensure the Wisconsin hip-hop scene has longevity for the next 50 years and beyond.

As DJ Fusion noted, "This isn't just about Madison; Madison is a piece of the puzzle. This is about the culture that our entire state—the 608, the 715, the 920—brings together."

How to Get Involved

If you want to learn more about the documentary, the exhibit, or the future of the local scene, stay connected with the architects of this movement.

• Visit the Website: PyramidalProductions.com

• Follow the Movement: Join the community town halls to help shape the future of Wisconsin music.

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