Russ knows he's 'Handsomer' than the competition
If you ever needed a reason to go with independency and creative freedom, look no further than New Jersey’s own Russ. The hip-hop artist made sure to come through correct with his ‘Handsomer’ anthem and it’s pure audio fire.
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Multi-platinum artist and producer Russ shows off his rapping skills in the most self flattering way with his new single “HANDSOMER.” Just weeks after the release of the start-studded CHOMP 2, & and launching his “Open Verse Challenge” and tapping Hailey Knox for the “Remember Remix”, Russ immediately hops back into the rap game with “Handsomer,” Russ boasts his money and success while being cautious of the women who are only attracted to his wealth.
Last month Russ continued his weekly single releases with “Remember (Remix),” launching a TikTok “Open Verse Challenge” for artists to tap in with a verse on his newly released single “Remember.” 22-year-old New Yorker, Hailey Knox added a wistful second verse and won the challenge. Loving the verse so much Russ asked Hailey to hop on an official remix and went on to tout the freedom of being independent dropping the remix with Knox just a week after the original release. This isn't the first time we are seeing RUSS exercising his A&R chops as he recently A&R his whole CHOMP 2 EP with notable names such as Snoop Dogg, Westside Gunn, Joey Bada$$, Big Sean, Jadakiss, Hitboy, Wale, and even a verse from the elusive Jay Electronica. This also won't be his last time A&R ing a record with an exciting announcement coming in Q2.
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In December 2021 Russ dropped CHOMP 2 the follow-up to his critically acclaimed EP CHOMP. The sequel boasts a host of rap-heavy hitters and celebrated producers. Arguably making a run for Best album rap album of year the project went on direct sale to fans for $4 and was able to sell over 7,000 units in just a few days - this not including streaming downloads. You can read more about the project from the street week press run he did for CHOMP 2: Ebro, LA leakers, Breakfast Club, and Rory & Mal.
His first single of 2021 ”Ugly” ft. Lil Baby is the No.1 added song to urban radio, and single “Take You Back” ft. Kehlani currently sits at #39 on radio charts. Other 2021 releases include “Own My Masters” by Jackboy Ft Russ, “Fck Boys” by Blxst Ft. Russ, “Hard for Me”, “Misunderstood” video and single, “SMALL TALK” single, and “BANKRUPT” single and music video with accompanying merch. These singles follow the success of Russ and Bia’s RIAA platinum-certified viral hit “Best on Earth,” which has over 400 million streams worldwide to date off his final studio album SHAKE THE SNOW GLOBE (DELUXE) released top of last year. He then surprised fans by releasing his first independent project “CHOMP EP” ft. Busta Rhymes, BlackThought, Benny the Butcher, Alchemist and more a few months later. Changing lanes Russ also dropped a book last year called “IT’S ALL IN YOUR HEAD,” where he reflects on the lessons he’s learned from his career, family, and relationships. In the book he pushes readers to bet on themselves, take those leaps of faith, and recognize struggles as opportunities.
ABOUT RUSS
Twenty-eight-year-old rapper, singer songwriter, and producer Russ walks his own path, at his own pace. By doing so, he proved that he didn’t need a major label to surpass over 10 billion streams on Spotify/Apple Music, get on Forbes’ 2019 “30 Under 30,” make the Forbes‘ “30 Under 30 Cash Kings'' at number 20 for most earned, sell out arenas across the U.S. and around the globe, and become one of the most popular and engaged rappers right now. In his 10+years of releasing music, the 28-year-old has developed an extensive catalog of music that has collectively surpassed over 10 billion streams and over 2.5 billion video views. His method was simple: love and believe in yourself absolutely and work hard no matter what. In this self help book “It’s All In Your Head” Russ inspires readers to walk to their individual rhythms and beat their biggest obstacles: themselves.
