May 21 2021
Just released is Reed's newest body of work: '$OUTH $IDE SAPLING', an EP produced by local beatsmith piines bb.
$$S is a retrospective look at Reed's childhood and early adulthood from the window of his parents South Minneapolis…
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Apr 6 2021
The first video from 'RxB' has just dropped! Shot and Edited by Jysa Films at Mystery Box Studios, this simple stylistic video showcases the mixed emotions displayed on the record. Check it out now on YouTube!
Mar 31 2021
Reed's 'RxB' EP was the culmination of a lifetime of R&B fandom. While best known as a rapper for most of his career, Reed was heavily influenced from a young age by R&B music. Growing up on Earth, Wind &…
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Feb 22 2021
An experimental immersive dive into Reed's favorite genre: R&B. Fusing his trademark lyricism with a melodic cadence, 'RxB' is a project in the vein of other rapping singers like Bryson Tiller, Jeremih and Drake. Featuring production from Reed regulars Free…
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Nov 12 2020
From Reed's EP 'Life & Death of the Human Heart' comes a video for one of his most personal tracks to date. "Spoiled" is the culmination of a 4-track story, expressing both gratitude and love for his partner, Natalie, while…
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Oct 17 2020
Originally released in August for Twin Cities producer Clout Lord's debut album "Under the Act", Reed has now released "In A Western" on all platforms as a single as well. If ever there was a timely Reed Benjamin record, this…
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Oct 13 2020
After a summer long hiatus, Reed Benjamin returns with a fitting message for all listening and watching: Brotherly Love. Featuring two of his closest friends and collaborators, FreshVs Sellers and Free City, this up-tempo jam delivers it's themes in a…
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Jun 5 2020
Hi All,
Out of respect for the current Racial and Social Justice movements happening in our country, I will be holding off on releasing music for the summer. I was born and raised in South Minneapolis, less than one mile…
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May 18 2020
Check out this exclusive verse over Jay-Z's "Dead Presidents" for Minnesota media outlet MinniAux's #MinniAuxChallenge.
Apr 20 2020
This new video from Reed's "Sixteen" EP just dropped to celebrate today's national holiday! For all our 4/20 enthusiasts, this smooth jam showcasess three stellar verses from Reed, RAW Toon and Svanoe over a silky Free City produced beat that…
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Apr 4 2020
The final EP in Reed's '4x4 Series' is the April installment "Sixteen". His most feature-heavy EP of the series, Reed drops crazy 16's on a variety of subjects including:
Apr 2 2020
Reed has just released his new video "Legacy", from his March EP "Heirlooms". Dedicated to his late uncle Peter Schimke, Reed raps about his shifting perspective on success, relationships, and what their true value is in his life. Shot and…
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Mar 5 2020
Reed has dropped his 3rd EP in the 4x4 series, titled "Heirlooms". The theme is family, discussing fatherhood, loss, estrangement and heritage. LISTEN HERE!
Feb 10 2020
The Official Music Video for Reed's song "Frostbitten" with FreshVs Sellers and Svanoe is OUT NOW! Watch it HERE!
Feb 4 2020
February is upon us, and with it comes Reed's newest EP in the 4x4 series "Life & Death of the Human Heart". On this project, Reed puts the listener in the front seat on a journey of the heart. It's…
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Feb 2 2020
February is officially upon us! Reed Benjamin just dropped his first song of the month, a midtempo ode to foreplay and staying warm in the winter. This begins a month long dive into all things romance, from heartbreak to new…
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Jan 30 2020
Reed has released the video for "Winterblue", the flagship song on Blue Winter. Shot on-location at majestic Lake Harriet in South Minneapolis on a ten-degree day, the song has true winter vibes.
The wintertime eminates a beautiful yet sinister…
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Jan 27 2020
Reed enlists the talents of frequent collaborator FreshVs Sellers of the Deeply Rooted Tribe and up and coming Minneapolis rapper/singer Svanoe and takes you on a journey of betrayal, hurt, and the aftermath of the these experiences. Produced (as usual)…
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Jan 23 2020
Reminiscing on days gone by, mistakes made and friends lost as tracks in the snow, while creating new memories in fresh powder. Reed takes us on a winter journey with his dad (his past) and his son (his future). This…
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Jan 16 2020
Reed elaborates on the title and content in relation to the color BLUE on his new EP, Blue Winter.
Jan 12 2020
Tonight at 10PM CST, Reed Benjamin's single "Going Clear" makes it's radio debut on GoMN Radio 95.3 FM, the Twin Cities radio destination for hip hop! Check out 'First Impressions w/ Chaz Kangas' to hear "Going Clear" on radio as…
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Jan 11 2020
Reed goes into the deeper meaning of '4' in his new "4x4 Series".
Jan 8 2020
Reed Benjamin presents "The 4x4 Series". Throughout the year 2020, Reed will be releasing a 4-song EP on the 4th of every month, in a series titled "4x4".
Jan 4 2020
Today, Reed Benjamin has released the first EP of his 4x4 series, titled "Blue Winter". It's an introspective journey into the sounds and feelings of wintertime in the upper midwest. Produced entirely by Free City, this emotional retrospective touches on…
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South Minneapolis born-and-raised Rapper and Producer. Lyrically savvy, yet unflinchingly honest, Reed Benjamin blends humor with tragedy, darkness with light, and older rap styles with a contemporary sound.
Fueled by his high energy and emotionally captivating performances, Reed Benjamin is championed as one of the most sought after emcees in many circles. Providing something for fans of the genre, both old and new.
Along with his solo work, Reed is also the host of Twin Cities hip-hop showcase "Bars + Brews" and 1/2 of the duo Diehard Two.
