Run the Jewels, also known by the initials RTJ, is an American hip hop duo composed of Brooklyn-based rapper and producer El-P and Atlanta-based rapper Killer Mike. They released their critically acclaimed self-titled debut studio album as a free download in 2013 and have since released the follow-up albums Run the Jewels 2 (2014), Run the Jewels 3 (2016), and RTJ4 (2020), all of which have been released for free and received critical acclaim.

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Killer Mike Seemingly Arrested At 2024 Grammy Awards

It came after the rapper won all three of the Grammys he was nominated for.

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Watch: Killer Mike - Run feat. Dave Chappelle & Young Thug

Run the Jewels MC teams up with Thugger & legendary comedian for first solo track in 10 years.

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Brace Yourself: Run The Jewels' JU$T has been remixed by What So Not, and it's huge

The low-slinging, bass-heavy hip-hop remix is What So Not's first release since 2019, and here's hoping there's more to come..

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The Top 30 Albums Of 2020 (So Far): Run The Jewels - 'RTJ4'

'The Music' team on the albums you need to hear from 2020.

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Album Review: Run The Jewels - 'RTJ4'

Best enjoyed while protesting.

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Album Review: Run The Jewels - RTJ4

"Truly a record for its time and of its time."

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Run The Jewels’ Killer Mike Responds To Backlash From Controversial Pro-gun Interview

"That was unfair to you and it was wrong."

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Live Review: Run The Jewels, Flatbush Zombies

"El-P took a moment to point to the 'over 35s' in the seated section and exclaimed, 'I'd be there, too, if I was watching me!'"

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This Is What Live Music Looked Like Last Week

It's been a big 'un.

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Live Review: Run The Jewels, Flatbush Zombie

"Although it's only January, as far as hip hop gigs go, this is one's going to be hard to top."