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    5 Songs to Celebrate Yasiin Bey Before He Retires

    The artist formerly known as Mos Def confirmed his retirement with the announcement of several farewell shows.

    Sameer Rao Nov 23, 2016 2:35PM EST

    Yasiin Bey Announces Retirement, Details Treatment in South Africa in 10-Minute Message on Kanye West's Website

    The artist formerly known as Mos Def also announced an upcoming album and detailed aspects of his recent arrest.

    Sameer Rao Jan 20, 2016 4:09PM EST

    Mos Def Goes Back To Being Mos Def, Releases Classic-Sounding New Song

    The man still known as Mos Def is, for at least this new song, going back to his old name and old sound. 

    Sameer Rao Aug 28, 2015 4:59PM EDT

    'Mos Def & Talib Kweli Are Black Star' Turns 17 Today

    The legendary album harkens back to a time when duos ruled hip-hop and these two ubiquitous stars represented the vanguard. 

    Sameer Rao Aug 26, 2015 11:30AM EDT

    VIDEO: Check Out Yasiin Bey with Kendrick Lamar in Montreal!

    The rap superstar and legend teamed up on Kendrick’s “Alright” at Montreal’s Osheaga Festival this weekend. 

    Sameer Rao Aug 4, 2015 12:41PM EDT

    Yasiin Bey is Working on a Prequel to a Classic Quentin Tarantino Film

    Watch the trailer.
    Jamilah King Jun 27, 2014 10:00AM EDT
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