Rap world reacts to the murder of Atlanta artist Bankroll Fresh

Rap world reacts to the murder of Atlanta artist Bankroll Fresh

Police are reporting that Trentavious White, known to the rap world under the names Yung Fresh and Bankroll Fresh, has died after a shooting incident in Atlanta. Fresh was shot outside Street Execs Studios on Friday night; police have reportedly recovered more than 50 bullet casings from the scene.

Fresh was a rising star in the rap world, making a name for himself with his 2014 mixtape Life Of A Hot Boy and its 2015 follow-up, Life Of A Hot Boy 2. He was also a frequent collaborator with fellow rapper 2 Chainz, who jumped on social media today to express his condolences for his murdered friend.

2 Chainz’ words were joined by several others in the rap community, including Lil Wayne and fellow Atlanta-based rapper Future, speaking out against gun violence and expressing grief at the loss of a talented young artist.

[via Pitchfork]

 
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