The RX is Uproxx Music’s stamp of approval for the best albums, songs, and music stories throughout the year. Inclusion in this category is the highest distinction we can bestow and signals the most ...

Hip-Hop is constantly evolving and KOTA The Friend stands out as a beacon of authenticity through his dope lyrics, genuine storytelling and insanely great melodies. Lyrics To Go Vol. 5 marks KOTA the ...

Last year, Kota shared Lyrics to Go, Vol. 2 and shortly afterward, he teamed up with Statik Selektah to release To Kill A Sunrise. Outside of his own releases, he can be heard featured on recent ...

Brooklyn rapper Kota The Friend may seem atypical compared to the average person’s idea of a hip-hop star. For one thing, he says his ultimate goal is to help other artists surpass him — an ostensible ...

For those captivated by the lyrical prowess and soulful beats of Kota the Friend, “YUMA” is a testament to his evolving artistry and a harbinger of more captivating narratives to come. Kota the Friend ...

Over the last several years, Kota The Friend has been busy intentionally carving out a very normal life compared to other rappers. While his rap peers may be chasing fame, fortune and relentless ...

“I’m good at introductions … I keep it sweet and simple.” This was Kota the Friend’s confident response when asked what he would do if he met Jay-Z, his favorite artist and biggest hero. His ...

The indie rapper from Brooklyn says he’s creating some of his best work to date with a little structure, unitasking—and watching Pixar’s ‘Soul’ 30 times. “Quarantine really revealed myself to me,” ...

Brooklyn's own Kota the Friend is bringing his soulful lyricism and laid-back energy to The Midway this September 5th. From his early days playing trumpet in public school music programs to turning ...

From the start, Kota the Friend’s newest single “‘96 Bulls” sounds familiar. The lazy marimba chord progression sets the tone for the song, giving it a laid-back, almost tropical feel: a variation on ...

KOTA The Friend and Statik Selektah have teamed up to deliver their collaborative album, To Kill A Sunrise. Clocking in at just over half an hour, the 10-track project introduces the no-frills, modern ...