Flint, Michigan’s own Rio da Yung OG is back and making an unforgettable mark on the music scene with his first project since regaining his freedom. After serving three years and eight months in prison, the rapper has dropped RIO FREE, a ten-track project that highlights his gritty storytelling and unwavering resilience. The album features the viral hit “RIO FREE” and fan-favorite “WYDT,” both of which have dominated streaming platforms, with “RIO FREE” surpassing 35 million streams in under a month.
Rio’s comeback is further amplified by a sold-out Welcome Back show at Detroit’s Masonic Temple on January 12. He’s also kicking off a massive 41-date Rio Da Yung OG Welcome Home U.S. tour, which will take him through major cities like Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, and NYC before concluding in Flint on April 5.