Jay Rock

Hip HopWest Coast hip-hopWatts rap lineageTDE collective

Johnny Reed McKinzie Jr. (born March 31, 1986 in Watts, Los Angeles, California), better known by his stage name Jay Rock, is an American rapper. He was named one of the top 13 most street artists by XXL. His voice has been called a cross between The Notorious B.I.G. and Shyne. He is a part of the rap group Black Hippy which also features Kendrick Lamar, Schoolboy Q and Ab-Soul. Rock signed to Strange Music and released his long-awaited debut studio album Follow Me Home on July 2011.

Influenced by: The Notorious B.I.G., Shyne, Kendrick Lamar

Label:
Strange Music
Active:
2011-present
Scene:
Los Angeles / Watts
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