Vince Staples
Vincent Jamal Staples (born July 2, 1993) is an American rapper and singer. He is a member of the hip hop trio Cutthroat Boyz alongside fellow California rappers Aston Matthews and Joey Fatts. Staples was once a close associate of Odd Future, Mike G and Earl Sweatshirt in particular. He is currently signed to Motown and Talib Kweli's Blacksmith Records.
Staples rose to prominence with appearances on albums by Odd Future members and his collaborative mixtape titled Stolen Youth with producer Mac Miller. In October 2014, he released his debut EP Hell Can Wait, which included the singles "Hands Up" and "Blue Suede". His debut album, Summertime '06, was released in June 2015 to critical acclaim. He was also featured as a part of the XXL 2015 Freshman Class. His second album Big Fish Theory, which contains the singles "BagBak", "Big Fish" and "Rain Come Down", incorporates avant-garde, dance and electronic influences. It was released in June 2017 to further acclaim from critics. In November 2018, Staples released his third studio album, FM! In July 2021, he released his self-titled fourth studio album.
May 11, 2022
Vince Staples Says Lil Baby Waived “East Point Prayer” Verse Fee—Which Baby Has Said He Charges at Least $100K For
In a new interview with Big Boy, Vince Staples revealed Lil Baby waived his feature fee for his verse on 'Ramona Park Broke My Heart' cut "East Point Prayer."
April 21, 2022
Vince Staples Is Writing Masterful Songs About Home
Vince Staples’ ‘Ramona Park Broke My Heart’ is a brilliant reflection of his complex relationship with the idea of home. Here are our thoughts on the album.
April 19, 2022
Vince Staples Says Black People Are Looked at 'Like We’re Entertainment'
Staples—who unleashed his album on April 8—shared his thoughts on the music industry, and how he feels Black people are often looked at for 'entertainment.'
April 18, 2022
Flume joined by Beck, Caroline Polachek, Tove Lo and Vince Staples for Coachella 2022 set
The collaboration-heavy set came ahead of the release of the Australian producer's third album 'Palaces' The post Flume joined by Beck, Caroline Polachek, Tove Lo and Vince Staples for Coachella 2022 set appeared first on NME.
April 17, 2022
Watch Flume Bring Out Beck, Vince Staples, Caroline Polachek at Coachella 2022
The producer also enlisted Tove Lo and Kai during last night’s star-studded performance
April 8, 2022
Best New Music This Week: Pusha-T, Jack Harlow, Fivio Foreign, and More
Complex's best new music this week includes songs from Pusha-T, Jay-Z, Fivio Foreign, Jack Harlow, Lil Baby, Vince Staples, EST Gee, 42 Dugg, and many more.
April 8, 2022
Vince Staples’ ‘Ramona Park Broke My Heart’ is (Almost) His Best Record Yet
The Long Beach rapper's fifth album is richly detailed, musically sharp, and vocally casual.
April 8, 2022
8 Albums Out This Week You Should Listen to Now
Stream new releases from Father John Misty, Vince Staples, Pavement, Syd of the Internet, Romero, Wet Leg, Omar Apollo, and Grizzly Bear’s Daniel Rossen
April 8, 2022
Vince Staples Releases New Album 'Ramona Park Broke My Heart' f/ Lil Baby, Ty Dolla Sign, and Mustard
Vince Staples has shared his new album, 'Ramona Park Broke My Heart,' which includes contributions from Lil Baby, Ty Dolla Sign, and Mustard.
April 5, 2022
R&B Fresh Picks of the Week: 42 Dugg, Vince Staples, A$AP Ant & More
Listen to 10 new must-hear songs from emerging R&B and hip-hop artists like 42 Dugg, Vince Staples and A$AP Ant, all released within the past two weeks.
March 28, 2022
Vince Staples Reveals Album Release Date, Shares Video for New Song “Rose Street”: Watch
Ramona Park Broke My Heart, the follow-up to 2021’s Vince Staples, arrives April 8
March 28, 2022
Vince Staples Drops "Rose Street," Shares Release Date and Cover Art for 'Ramona Park Broke My Heart'
Ahead of the release of his forthcoming album 'Ramona Park Broke My Heart,' Long Beach's Vince Staples has shared his new song and video "Rose Street."
March 28, 2022
Listen to Vince Staples’ new single ‘Rose Street’
The latest preview of the rapper's new album ‘Ramona Park Broke My Heart’ The post Listen to Vince Staples’ new single ‘Rose Street’ appeared first on NME.
March 22, 2022
Ice Cube Falls for False Claim Druski and Vince Staples Are Starring in 'Friday' Prequel, Calls Casting 'Blasphemy'
Ice Cube responded to a fake claim on Twitter that a 'Friday' reboot was in the works and that Vince Staples and Druski would be starring in it.
March 16, 2022
Vince Staples remembers Mac Miller: “He gave me advice but also opportunity”
The California rapper has praised Miller for playing a big part in his career The post Vince Staples remembers Mac Miller: “He gave me advice but also opportunity” appeared first on NME.
March 15, 2022
Vince Staples Reflects on the Ways Mac Miller Helped His Career, Says Music Industry Sees ‘Money in the Violence'
In a new interview with Peter Rosenberg, Vince Staples reflected on what Max Miller’s early support—from tour co-signs to business advice—meant to him.
March 8, 2022
Watch the new video “commercial” for Vince Staples and Mustard’s ‘Magic’
The clip follows Staples at a house party where things quickly go wrong The post Watch the new video “commercial” for Vince Staples and Mustard’s ‘Magic’ appeared first on NME.
February 17, 2022
BLACKPINK’s Jennie Stars in New Calvin Klein Campaign | Billboard News
BLACKPINK’s Jennie has joined an all-star roster including ‘Euphoria’ star Dominic Fike, Solange, Vince Staples, Arlo Parks and Burna Boy for Calvin Klein’s Spring 2022 campaign.
February 16, 2022
BLACKPINK’s Jennie Stars in Calvin Klein’s Spring 2022 Campaign: See It
Jennie joins an all-star roster including Dominic Fike, Solange, Vince Staples, Arlo Parks and Burna Boy.
February 15, 2022
Listen to Vince Staples’ new single with Mustard, ‘MAGIC’
It's the first preview of Staples' forthcoming album 'Ramona Park Broke My Heart' The post Listen to Vince Staples’ new single with Mustard, ‘MAGIC’ appeared first on NME.
February 14, 2022
R&B/Hip-Hop Fresh Picks of the Week: Vince Staples, Omar Apollo, Fana Hues & More
Listen to 10 new must-hear songs from emerging R&B and hip-hop artists like Vince Staples, Omar Apollo and Fana Hues, all released within the past week.
February 14, 2022
Vince Staples and Mustard Share New Song “Magic”: Listen
The first single from Staples’ forthcoming album Ramona Park Broke My Heart
January 28, 2022
Raveena recruits Vince Staples for alluring new track ‘Secret’
The singer's second album, 'Asha's Awakening', is due out next month The post Raveena recruits Vince Staples for alluring new track ‘Secret’ appeared first on NME.
January 28, 2022
Kilo Kish and Vince Staples Share Song “New Tricks: Art, Aesthetics, and Money”: Listen
From Kish’s forthcoming sophomore album American Gurl
January 28, 2022
Raveena Details Album, Shares New Song Featuring Vince Staples: Listen
“Secret” is the latest single from her sophomore LP Asha’s Awakening
January 11, 2022
Earl Swavey, Los Angeles Rapper, Dies at 26
"Rest in Peace to the great Earl Swavey," Vince Staples tweets.
December 29, 2021
Vince Staples makes his case to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe
The rapper seems keen to join a possible ‘X-Men’ reboot The post Vince Staples makes his case to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe appeared first on NME.
September 15, 2021
Mac Miller’s 2014 mixtape ‘Faces’ coming to streaming for first time
The project which features Rick Ross, Thundercat and Vince Staples will also be released on vinyl The post Mac Miller’s 2014 mixtape ‘Faces’ coming to streaming for first time appeared first on NME.
August 19, 2021
Watch Vince Staples perform ‘Take Me Home’ with Fousheé on ‘Fallon’
A special live performance of the 'Vince Staples' track The post Watch Vince Staples perform ‘Take Me Home’ with Fousheé on ‘Fallon’ appeared first on NME.
August 19, 2021
Vince Staples Taps Fousheé for ‘Take Me Home’ on ‘Fallon’
The track comes off his new self-titled album